Money-grubbing Necromancer (242)
Can you relinquish your position as Demon Lord?
According to the information I found in the Demon World, it was possible. However, there were very few monarchs who could do so.
In fact, it was a natural thing.
When you become a monarch, your ‘rank’ increases, so even if your level is the same, you will have overwhelming abilities that are incomparable to before.
‘Not only that, but it was said that even power was strengthened.’
Powers are granted to high-level demons above a certain level.
For example, Balkan is good at handling fire. It is the power of flame.
The power to detect treasures that Andromalius had given him. It was also a power that was strengthened as he ascended to the position of Demon Lord.
And that wasn’t the end of it.
A vast territory was given as a gift, and the taxes from that territory were basic, while the respect and reverence received from the residents of the Demon World were a bonus.
Why would he give up all this when he is not even a practitioner of the Way? That is why it is very rare for demon lords to give up their positions.
however…….
―… … Did I hear that correctly just now?
To yield the throne of that great monarch to Balkan and fight in the hierarchy as a mere proxy?
“Why can’t I let it go?”
―Balkan. To us demons, the position of the monarch is everything. You know that, don’t you?
“I know. I know very well. I once aimed for that position and failed miserably. That’s why I’m saying this.”
-So that’s why?
“You said. There are few monarchs who would treat a human like Kim Min-woo. But you are different. So let’s join hands.”
-That’s right.
“Why on earth? Why do you treat Kim Min-woo so well? He’s just a human, just like you said. Isn’t that because your asshole is so full of shit?”
-What the… … .
“You may be lucky enough to get the hat, but that doesn’t change the fact that you’re at the bottom of the hierarchy. Naturally, it’ll be hard to find a suitable replacement.”
Balkan continued speaking absentmindedly, picking his nose with his little finger.
“It’ll be tough. Other demons will attack from below, but if you look up, it’ll be as strong as an iron fortress.”
―That is no reason to accept your proposal. Give up the throne because it is difficult? Even a passing dog would laugh.
“Ah, think carefully before you refuse, my friend. In the end, we’ll just have to go find another demon lord.”
Andromalius was silent at Balkan’s words. It was certainly true, as he said, that Kim Min-woo had many alternatives.
He sighed and said, covering his temples as if his head was aching.
-Mr. Kim Min-woo.
“say.”
―What on earth do you plan on giving me to make such a proposal? You know very well that it is not easy to give up the throne.
“How about second place?”
-……yes?
“Second in rank. In other words, the second-in-command of the Demon World. How about this?”
―Ha! Now that I think about it, you’re quite the joker. Second place? Do you know who second place is?
“I know. Vasago.”
I met him at an arrangement.
All of them from 1st to 7th place.
It’s a kind of rotten water, so maybe that’s why it’s still in its place so well.
―You promise me that position knowing that? Don’t you know how powerful a monarch Vassago is?
“The important thing is that I promise you the position. So why should I think about anything else?”
―Ha! I treated you well because you seemed like a useful piece, but you’re blinded by arrogance! Get out! Now!
Andromalius sat up. This was nothing more or less than a madman.
That was when.
Kim Min-woo said with a grin.
“Of course it’s hard to believe. But what if this side is Baal’s clear enemy?”
―… … What does that mean?
“Baal and I can’t live under the same sky. I stole some of his powers.”
-gibberish!
What kind of monarch is Baal?
Baal was the monster of monsters, who had not come down from the top spot in the hierarchy for thousands of years.
After obtaining the Stone of the Demon, it was known that even if all the powers of the upper lords were combined, they would barely be able to defeat Baal alone.
How can a mere human steal the abilities of such a powerful monarch?
-Stealing Baal’s power? That makes sense… …Huh?
Andromalius, who was about to become so angry, fell silent for a moment.
His powers were threefold.
Finding where treasure is hidden. And recovering stolen items.
finally…….
Even finding the culprit of something.
however…….
‘Why is my power being activated?’
The power within my body stirred.
Immediately afterwards, visions began to appear in my head.
-Kuaaah! Kim Min-woo! I’ll kill you!
Three faces running wild.
Baal was seen running wild in anger.
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Although he was the lowest ranking member, he was the Demon Lord in name. There was no way his enhanced power would lie… … .
At that moment, Andromalius had a gut feeling.
Who is the ‘culprit’ who stole Baal’s power!
―Why is this…? Is this real? No, how on earth did you steal Baal’s power?
“There were some complicated things.”
Andromalius sat down immediately.
He rubbed his hands together, a friendly, salesy smile on his lips.
– This is interesting. Very interesting.
“I heard last time that you also have the ability to return stolen items.”
-Yes, that is also one of my powers.
“Then are you going to give it back to Baal?”
―Haha! Just kidding. I told you. I’ll get the ‘thing’ back. Power isn’t a thing. It’s not for me to get it back.
Andromalius, who was laughing heartily, asked slyly.
―By the way… … Are you having a hard time right now? If that’s the personality of Baal, he would be running to the banquet with his eyebrows raised by now. It’s been a while since I’ve seen that expensive face.
“Do you know I’m here?”
―That would be true, given his information power. Well, it would be hard to see blood on this fine day. Haha! I think I sent you the invitation at a really great time. Thanks to that, the two of us had time to have a deep conversation.
Andromalius’ face became serious as he said that.
―I understand why you asked me to give up the throne. It would be very difficult for you without it, right?
This was the point.
In the first place, the battle of the hierarchy was a sacred battle created by the god Mashin so that monarchs would not see each other in blood.
In other words, if you are not a ‘monarch’, you can shed blood as much as you want.
It also meant that since he was strong, he could just be killed.
Of course, doing so would ruin their reputation, so it rarely happens that they just kill someone without thinking.
But now it was different.
Baal was very angry, and Kim Min-woo and Balkan were nothing more than vagabonds with no support from the demon world.
Even if Baal runs towards you with a grunt and you crush him to death with force, there won’t be any particular problems.
“It’s not difficult. Even though I stole one power, Baal is still strong.”
―You must be in a hurry. Well, one way would be to go in as another monarch’s agent and use the umbrella… … If it were me, I would rather abandon the agent than fight against Baal.
“That’s true too. That’s why you want my seat. So, are you starting to get interested?”
– It happens. A lot.
Until then, I simply thought it was the ravings of a madman.
How can a mere insignificant human attain the number one spot in the Demon World hierarchy?
Even if it was a structure that went through an agent, it was the same.
But now it was different.
Let’s think about it.
The monarch cannot directly participate in the hierarchy. It is a structure where he must only trust and pray to his representatives.
But Kim Min-woo was originally a blue chip as an agent.
Even now, the famous Baal’s power has been stolen?
As an agent, he was truly a first-class player.
‘If Balkan is established as a monarch and the author himself participates as an agent… … .’
Number one in the hierarchy.
It was definitely a possibility.
‘Of course it won’t be easy… … .’
Would other monarchs have called in a bunch of random agents? The higher monarchs have long employed talents from all levels, from one hand to ten.
But even considering that, the fact that he had stolen Baal’s power was truly a super-powerful variable. That was the reason Andromalius sat down in his seat and put on a friendly sales smile.
“Let’s make a big decision here. All you’ve lost is a low-ranking position. But what about the future?”
―Whew… … This is so scary.
Of course, there was an insurmountable four-dimensional wall between 72nd and 2nd place. What if I rejected Kim Min-woo’s offer like this?
I’ll have to find a proxy somehow. But even if I do that, I’ll probably end up at the bottom, or maybe not even at the bottom. Andromalius’s life will end there, just like it has been so far.
‘On the other hand, if you accept it… … .’
I will become an enemy of Baal.
But his immediate safety would be guaranteed. He was no longer the Demon Lord, so he could participate as Kim Min-woo’s agent.
Kim Min-woo wasn’t bad either.
‘Let’s look at it in a bigger way.’
Andromalius.
He is the last-ranking monarch who is most likely to give up his seat.
Also, when I brought it up later… … .
‘It’s useful to use.’
The higher the monarch, the stronger his power.
I used the one-time treasure hunting power I received at level 72 so usefully.
What if you receive that power while in second place?
It would be painful to even talk about the effects.
That’s why.
What drew him in was.
The story inside the secret room was getting deeper and deeper.
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Demon Lord.
The highest position in the Demon World.
Also, everything in the Demon World.
That is why the change in the Demon Lord’s rank was something that all the residents of the Demon World watched with keen interest.
However, changes in the sequence did not occur frequently, and the reason was simple.
This was because the cycle of the series was quite long, about once every 100 years.
In the absence of a hierarchy, no changes in the hierarchy occur other than the Demon Lord giving up his position.
It definitely should be that way.
Stone of the sequence.
An object that displays the names of all the Demon Lords from 1st to 72nd, and instantly reflects any changes in ranking.
Now, the contents of that stone have changed.
[72nd – Balkan]
-uh?
-The rankings changed?
-Balkan? Is that the Balkan?
Although it was a lowly position, the news of a new demon lord’s ascension to the throne spread throughout the Demon Realm in less than ten minutes.
And now the Balkans… … .
[‘Andromalius’ transfers the title of monarch to ‘Valkan’!]
[Legion Commander ‘Valkan’ ascends to the throne as the Demon Lord!]
[All of Vulcan’s abilities are greatly increased!]
[The Balkans’ ‘Power’ is strengthened!]
Under the leadership of Andromalius, he was handed over the throne of the Demon World.
[‘Balkan’ has earned the right to participate in the Demon World Series!]
“Haha! Finally… … I’m back in my place!”
Is it really that great to be a monarch?
He had the widest, most manic smile I’ve ever seen.
“Quickly appoint an agent.”
“Good! Here, I will nominate Kim Min-woo and Andromalius as the agents for the series!”
[‘Vulcan’ designates you and Andromalius as his agents!]
[Do you agree?]
“I agree.”
-I agree.
[I became the agent of the series!]
After becoming the proxy for the serial war on good terms with Mr. Ahn Mo.
I left the secret room.
Woof!
The eyes of all the demons gathered in the banquet hall were drawn towards this direction.
Andromalius’s renunciation of the monarchy.
Even the name ‘Balkan’ came to the throne later.
That group right now was literally the center of the typhoon.
And at that moment.
―The great king of all demon realms, the three-faced lord of terror, the absolute being who holds the demon stone, the immortal being who guards the throne for a thousand years, the supreme monarch who commands the seventy-two legions, His Majesty Baal enters!
A loud voice echoed throughout the banquet hall.
The demons inside the banquet hall split apart like the ocean.
Through the strange silence, a three-headed monster appeared walking towards me.
A familiar face.
A demon filled with hatred that seems to burn between his eyes.
Baal revealed himself.
