Ahok Reborn as Rimuru Tempest

Chapter 4

In the Previous Chapter :

Ahok and his companions are traveling north, following the Ameld River. They're headed for Dwargon, the Kingdom of the Dwarves, in search of artisans who can help make clothing and houses for the Goblins.

His band includes Rigur, two other Goblins, and their guide, Gobta, who claims he's made this trip before.

Opening :

[Ahok Tempest] Ahok and his companions are traveling north, following the Ameld River. They're headed for Dwargon, the Kingdom of the Dwarves, in search of artisans who can help make clothing and houses for the Goblins.

His band includes Rigur, two other Goblins, and their guide, Gobta, who claims he's made this trip before.

[Ahok Tempest] The Tempest Wolves, who evolved from the Direwolves, run as fast as the wind.

[Ahok Tempest]"Be careful not to push yourselves too hard!"

[Ranga] "Right!"

[RANGA] (screaming)

[Ahok Tempest] "That didn't mean go faster, Ranga!"

[Ahok Tempest] (chuckling softly to himself) "Overzealous as always..."

[Ahok Tempest] "Hey, Rigur. I've been meaning to ask: who gave your brother his name?"

[Rigur] "Sir, he received his name from a passing demon named Lord Gelmud. Apparently, Gelmud saw potential in him."

[Ahok Tempest]"Gelmud, huh?"

Ahok's eyes narrowed slightly. A passing demon, giving out names without regard for the consequences? His mind instantly began weighing the implications. Names held power, and the fact that a demon had taken an interest in the Goblins could mean trouble down the line.

[AHOK] (thinking)

A demon wandering these parts, naming monsters at will? Could be random, or it could mean we're dealing with someone working toward a bigger plan. Gelmud, from the Demon Lord's army... Hmm, I'd better keep that in mind.

[Ahok Tempest] "So, Rigur, you said he's from the Demon Lord's army? Any other details about this Lord Gelmud?"

[Rigur] "I'm afraid I don't know much more, my lord. He appeared suddenly, named my brother, and then left."

[AHOK] (internally)

I see. A mysterious figure, tied to a Demon Lord... that might come back to bite us later.

[Ahok Tempest]"All right, thanks, Rigur."

[Ahok Tempest] (internally)

Gelmud, the Demon Lords... Veldora mentioned a hero, too. It's all connected somehow, but I'll figure that out later. Right now, I need to focus on building our foundation and getting the Goblins prepared.

Ahok continued to scan the landscape ahead, his mind churning with plans and possibilities. He never let his guard down. Always thinking, always calculating.

[Ahok Tempest] "Say, Ranga."

[Ranga] "Yes, my lord?"

[Ahok Tempest]"I've been wondering. Since I was the one who killed your father, has it ever crossed your mind to seek revenge? You know, maybe take me out when I least expect it?"