'Court Jester'
«What's up?»
'What exactly are you? If you're truly a skill, is this all you do? What are your abilities?'
«Only now you're asking something like that? After you got kicked out of the county?»
I'd been curious about this for a while... A skill that talks, with a condescending tone that feels all too familiar. Why?
Because that's exactly how I talk, of course.
«That's an odd question, and I think you already know the answer... So, perhaps I'll just address the real question you actually want to ask?»
'!!! The real question...?'
«Here's an answer: no, I am not you. And neither I am your alter ego. I am simply, your skill. And I've been observing you since that day, since the day Rimuru-san gave me to you.»
'Ha, as I thought, It was Rimuru-san... then I suppose the reason for my situation right now is...'
«Correct: You died, transmigrated, and the world experienced a "reset." This all happened because I was unsealed. Those 10 years of observation felt incredibly long, you know? I thought I'd have to wait another 100 years to talk to you since your enlightenment granted you the Body Reformation»
Body Reformation, when a warrior reaches this realm, undergoes a transformation of their terrestrial bodies. Bone and muscle structures reshape themselves to achieve the pinnacle of martial arts prowess, rejuvenating a frail body to its prime youth. This is why many "Masters" of the Murim appear as if they are in their twenties, regardless of their actual age.
"I can't believe such terms exist even in this world," I muttered. The demonic faction refers to it as 'Emerging Demon,' whereas the Righteous faction calls it the 'Creation Realm.' Despite the differing names, both describe the same phenomenon— a phenomenon when a 'master' is created.
«Anyway, my job is to guide you. Rimuru-san made me precisely to guide you with this world. Information is stored clearly inside of me, with this... you can meet "The both of them" again.»
Ha, you should've said that earlier... The information he provided was remarkably clear, detailing every event and tragedy documented by the skill "Court Jester."
Well, according to his information, there's still five more years until Rimuru-san arrives in this world. All future potential enemies are clearer than ever.
With this knowledge, I can prevent harm from coming to Rimuru-san's subordinates. She won't have to soil her hands seeking vengeance. It's the least I can do to repay her kindness.
«...Rimuru-san was a man by the way.»
'...Ha?'
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So, after calming myself—actually, never mind that. I skipped the part where I asked Jester some "unnecessary" questions and instead had him review what I should be focusing on right now. I've managed to assess the situation quite well.
«You were freaking out since your first crush is a ma-»
'Shut'
Jura Forest. I wanted to go there immediately and look for them, but... wouldn't that be a waste? Now, I am a noble in the country that caused Rimuru-san to awaken as a demon lord. Shouldn't I use this situation to my advantage?
Which is the exact reason I came to this place, "Y-young master... are you sure you want me to drop you off here? here is... a tavern."
A rundown spot where the "commoners" hung out, as the other aristocrats would scoff. Yet, for me, it was the perfect starting point.
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TENSURA: But It's Murim?
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