The Emergence of Shinsha: A Hidden Legacy

Chapter 3: The Chaos Begins

Rimuru, now more confident than ever, sat at his desk in his office at the heart of Tempest, reflecting on the changes over the past hundred years, or rather, the few seconds that had passed in the outside world. Inside his personal dimension, he had spent what felt like centuries nurturing Shinsha, watching her grow and evolve into something far greater than he had ever anticipated. She was no longer just a pink slime with an ancient soul; she was his daughter, powerful and intelligent, with abilities that could rival even the most formidable beings.

As he leaned back in his chair, Rimuru grinned. Ciel's words echoed in his mind: There's no need to be concerned about the other Demon Lords. You've surpassed them by a wide margin. He had taken those words to heart, and now, for the first time in a long while, he was completely at ease. He didn't have to worry about the Demon Lords, not even the perceptive Guy Crimson or the fiery Milim. They couldn't touch him, and more importantly, they wouldn't be able to touch Shinsha, even if they knew about her.

But Rimuru wasn't quite ready to reveal her just yet. He wanted the stage to be perfect. His fellow Demon Lords were sharp, especially Guy, and they would certainly press for answers once they sensed anything unusual. So why not have a little fun in the meantime?

A mischievous smile crept across Rimuru's face. "If they're going to keep snooping around, I might as well give them something to think about."

Living up to his title as the "Chaos Creator," Rimuru began releasing his aura, ever so subtly at first. He let it ebb and flow unpredictably, sometimes spiking it with immense power, other times pulling it back until it felt like he had vanished from existence entirely. He made sure to change the quality of the aura itself, sometimes it felt dark and menacing, other times it radiated with overwhelming peace and calm. And on rare occasions, he altered it in ways that made it feel completely alien, as if a new, unimaginable force had entered the world.

It was the perfect way to mess with the Demon Lords. The sudden fluctuations would send them into a frenzy of speculation, forcing them to guess at what was happening in Tempest.

Far away, in the icy reaches of Guy Crimson's domain, the Lord of Darkness sat upon his throne, sipping a glass of wine when the first spike of Rimuru's aura hit him. His crimson eyes flickered with interest, a smirk tugging at the corner of his lips.

"So, Rimuru's finally up to something," Guy murmured. "About time. I've been waiting for him to show his hand."

The aura vanished almost as quickly as it had appeared, leaving behind an unsettling calm. Guy's smirk deepened. He could sense that this wasn't just some random burst of power. Rimuru was doing this intentionally, trying to send a message, or perhaps simply toying with him. Either way, it was intriguing.

Leaning back in his chair, Guy chuckled to himself. "Chaos Creator indeed."

Meanwhile, in Milim Nava's domain, the Dragonoid Demon Lord shot up from her seat, her eyes wide with excitement as she felt the strange fluctuations from Rimuru. Her senses, finely tuned to detect changes in power, could feel something off, something different in his aura.

"Rimuru!" she exclaimed, practically vibrating with anticipation. "What are you doing? Is it a new power? A new fight?! I want to see!"

Without a second thought, she darted out of her chambers, already plotting a visit to Tempest to investigate the strange aura firsthand. Whatever Rimuru was up to, Milim wasn't going to miss it.

At the same time, Leon Cromwell, the stoic and calculating Demon Lord, frowned as he felt the sudden shift in Rimuru's aura. It was subtle at first, but Leon had known Rimuru long enough to sense when something was amiss. He tapped his fingers on the armrest of his throne, deep in thought.

"Rimuru's playing a game," Leon muttered to himself. "But why?"

Despite his calm exterior, Leon couldn't deny the unsettling feeling creeping up his spine. Rimuru was always an unpredictable element, but this felt different. It was as though Rimuru was deliberately keeping them on edge, teasing them with power but never revealing his full hand.

Back in Tempest, Rimuru could feel the reactions from the other Demon Lords. Milim's excitement, Guy's amusement, Leon's suspicion, all of it washed over him, and he couldn't help but chuckle.

"Looks like they're taking the bait," Rimuru mused, leaning back in his chair. "Good. Let's keep them guessing for a while longer."

Ciel's voice cut through his thoughts. [Master, is this truly necessary? You could reveal Shinsha now if you wanted.]

Rimuru smirked. "Oh, I know. But where's the fun in that? I'm just giving them something to think about while we prepare the right moment. Besides, it'll make the reveal all the more satisfying when they realize what's really been going on."

[Understood,] Ciel responded, though there was a hint of amusement in her tone. [You do enjoy your games, Master.]

Rimuru's grin widened. "I can't help it. They've been poking around too much. It's only fair I mess with them a little."

The next few days were filled with more of the same. Rimuru continued to manipulate his aura, creating confusion and intrigue among the Demon Lords. Sometimes, he let his presence feel overwhelmingly powerful, as though a new entity had appeared in the world. Other times, he withdrew his aura entirely, leaving behind a void that made him seem like he had disappeared off the face of the earth.

The rumors among the Demon Lords grew. They speculated endlessly about what was happening in Tempest, some thought Rimuru had unlocked a new, unfathomable power; others believed he had discovered something that changed the very nature of existence itself. All of them were eager to know the truth, but Rimuru kept them in the dark, enjoying every moment of their confusion.

Finally, after several days of playing his game, Rimuru felt satisfied. The stage was set, the Demon Lords were thoroughly perplexed, and the time to reveal Shinsha's existence was drawing near. He had achieved exactly what he wanted: their undivided attention, wrapped in uncertainty and curiosity.

Rimuru stood in front of the mirror in his chamber, adjusting his clothes. The next Walpurgis was only days away, and he knew this would be the perfect time to introduce Shinsha to the world. It would be a grand spectacle, a moment that none of the Demon Lords would forget.

He glanced over at Shinsha, who sat quietly on the bed, her pink form glowing softly. She was now more in control of her powers, her aura refined and calm. But even as she remained still, Rimuru could feel the immense strength that lay dormant within her. The time spent nurturing her had paid off; she was ready.

"Shinsha," Rimuru said, smiling down at her. "Are you ready to meet the world?"

Shinsha pulsed softly, her response gentle yet excited. Rimuru could feel her eagerness, her curiosity about the world beyond their sanctuary.

"Good," Rimuru said. "Because the next Walpurgis is going to be... interesting."

He chuckled to himself, knowing that the chaos he had started would pale in comparison to the storm that was about to unfold.

The Demon Lords thought they had figured out Rimuru. But they hadn't seen anything yet.