Ch 67: Imperial Castle - The Finale

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When they entered the room, what caught their eyes was a monotonous space with very little decoration and a table long enough to seat more than 30 people. In the presiding position was the emperor of the Hoelscher empire, Gahard D. Hoelscher, propping his chin with a fearless smile.

There were two people behind him, they gave off a sharp atmosphere as if implying "We'll accept it all" and stood waiting for orders.

And, even though he didn't show his face, in that room, there were still 2 people on either side of the wall, 4 people on the ceiling, and Hajime also saw 2 people hiding their breath outside the door they went through Rimuru is already awake of their presence even before they Enter since Rimuru's Universal perception.

Not only were there two people behind Gaharudo, but those who were hiding also had remarkable skills.

"So, are you Nagumo Hajime and Nagumo Rimuru?"

When Rimuru, Hajime, and the others entered, Liliana also guided them, after quickly skimming the greetings of the hero Kouki, Gaharudo released pressure as he looked at Rimuru and Hajime with fierce eyes.

It was the pressure of a man who ruled over a few hundred thousand people, and everyone was wild, strong, and believed in strength.

Not a joke. Liliana who was also in the royal family let out a small groan from that pressure, Kouki and the others also instinctively retreated.

However, facing that tremendous pressure, the Ten Rimuru, Hajime, Yue, Shia, Tio, Kaori, Ciel, Akame, Sakura, and Chloe remained calm.

From the beginning, even Kaori had some experience from surviving fighting the undead monster that existed since ancient times in the Merujinee Seabed Ruins.

So even if the emperor emitted incredible pressure, compared to the monsters in the Great Labyrinth, it was like a breeze.

(Hooh His trying to intimate us but Sad to say his attempt are Noting but a joke even King Gazel Is more intimating even if he doesn't do anything) Rimuru thought

Gaharudo's lips gradually raised more and more with interest as he saw that Hajime and Rimuru's group did not waver, then Hajime replied.

"Yes, I am Nagumo Hajime and This is my brother Nagumo Rimuru. It is an honor to know your name, the emperor of the empire."

" " " " "!?" " " " "

Placing a hand on his chest and bowing his head slightly, Hajime received the shocked looks of Kouki and the others at his words.

Their eyes were wide and clearly stating, "You, who!". Especially Liliana, her body was shaking. When she was under Gaharudo's pressure and let out a small groan, although her expression changed a bit, it was nothing compared to her terrified expression as she looked at Hajime right now.

Even Rimuru and Ciel Got surprised by that Hajime did

Hajime has also been a human who knows TPO *Time, Place, Occasion*. However, he often ignored it.

But, since he had work to do in the imperial castle this time, he didn't want to be thrown out for disrespecting the emperor.

Since he no longer believes in god, the title "Apostle of the gods" is probably not useful anymore. The only way to pass is the title of the hero. That's why he realized he needed to at least keep a minimum of politeness.

Even though the person standing there was exactly Hajime.

"Kukuku... I haven't even thought of this. What's with your normally arrogant attitude? Hmm? Is it a little different from the description of some wet princess?"

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