Episode 210
The conversation with Ozges came about in a completely unexpected way.
He came to the 8th Division headquarters first.
“It’s been a while.”
Raidrun calmly welcomed the large demon who had suddenly visited.
Ozges, commander of the 5th Army Corps.
It was similar to Raidrun, but the atmosphere was completely different.
Scars covering his entire body, his skin black.
His physique was so large that it made Raidran, who was sitting opposite him, look small.
Ozges sat down and looked at Raidran.
“Yeah. Last time, the clan
“I think it’s the first time since the meeting.”
“yes.”
Before becoming a commander, Ozges was the leader of the Cowden clan, to which Raidran belonged, and was also Raidran’s uncle.
A situation where someone who should be treated with utmost respect shows up without even contacting you.
Although he was understandably flustered, Raidran’s expression was calm.
‘I am also a commander, even if it is temporary.’
Leaving aside their personal relationship, the two are demons belonging to the Demon King’s Army.
It’s the same corps commander.
As a demon representing the 3rd Army Corps, I could not show myself bowing down to the same Army Corps Commander.
“I heard the news. Although it is not official, I am proud to hear that you have become a legion commander.” “Thank you. It seems that Lord Ozges has also become stronger than before.”
The two lightly ask each other how they are doing.
On the surface, the conversation flowed peacefully.
However, underwater, the two were busy observing each other.
‘You’ve definitely gotten stronger. You’re still lacking in the spirit to be called a corps commander, but… considering Raidrun’s skills, you can’t compare yourself to a division commander.’
Ozges measured the extent of Raidrun’s power.
In his opinion, Raidrun’s current level is that of a deputy commander.
Since the 3rd Army Corps did not have a deputy commander, he could have become the corps commander straight away.
‘You are not the one who would come simply to congratulate me on becoming a legion commander. Do you know that Lady Sidriel is here?’
Raidrun racked his brain to figure out Ozges’s purpose.
“Ahem.”
Ozges cleared his throat.
I decided to get to the main point first.
“Let me get straight to the point. The Demon King has passed away.”
“I know.”
“Then the story will be quick.”
Ozges’s voice lowered and gained strength.
“The First Corps Commander, Dorritugs, wishes to become the next Demon King. You should join him.” “Why?”
“What are you talking about?”
“Didn’t Lord Ozges say this before? Doritugs is not fit to become the Demon King.”
Ozges nodded.
That’s definitely what he said in the past.
And that thought hasn’t changed even now.
Dorritugs is a demon tribe that lacks many aspects to become a demon lord.
Still, there is only one reason why he follows Doritos.
“Because there is no other way.”
In order for the Demon Tribe to survive, there is no other way than to elect Doritugs as Demon King.
“In the current situation, who else but Doritugs can become the Demon King? The three nobles
Family? Those arrogant people are only interested in preserving their positions. They are no different from the Doritugs.”
Ozges shook his head and said.
“Dark elves? Vampires? They are extremely closed off. Their own clan.
“I have no interest in anything else, and even if I do, I won’t be able to gain the support of other demons.”
“…”
“There’s no need to mention the Orc Chieftain, the Master Goblin, and the Demon Lord.”
The Demon Race is a union of several races.
There were also many demons who lived without necessarily belonging to the Demon King’s army.
Those who Ozges just mentioned are such demons
Those with the strongest power among them.
At the same time, he was also a delegate with the right to speak and elect the Demon King at the meeting that decided the major affairs of the Demon Clan.
“Only Doritugs can succeed the Demon King. Although his vessel may be small, he is certainly the strongest and most intelligent demon at the moment.” “What if there is another alternative?”
Ozges’s eyes twitched.
“An alternative?”
Raidran continued speaking calmly.
“Yes. There is an alternative, not Doritugs. No, there is a best option.”
“What is that?”
“Tegrad’s child.”
For a moment, Ozges’s eyes filled with bewilderment.
“How did you do that…”
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The existence of Sidriel was something that even Ozges only learned of a few days ago.
Hemis suddenly appeared.
I would never have known if she hadn’t told me.
“no way…?”
“Yes. Hemis told me.”
“I see.”
Ozges made a complicated expression.
“Raidran. I know your heart well. Preserving Tegrad’s bloodline is certainly important. However, it cannot be done now.”
“Why?”
“Because the Demon Clan is divided. Dorritugs will not give up his position as Demon King easily.”
Ozges has been watching Doritugs for a long time.
Although he thought he was hiding it, Ozges clearly saw Doritugs’ ambition.
“Not only that. We don’t know what kind of person that demon named Sidriel is.”
Ozges cannot trust Sidriel.
It’s a given.
Because I’ve never seen it before.
“I heard he was locked in the basement of the Demon King’s Castle for a hundred years. It would be hard to expect him to be of sound mind.”
The time of the demons is long.
So it is true that compared to humans, they have a higher threshold for tolerating boredom.
However, even taking that into account, if he had been alone for a hundred years, there was a high possibility that he would have been mentally unsound.
“No matter how much I think about it, the answer is Doritugs. There are no other options.”
Ozges also thought about it for a long time.
After much deliberation, we concluded that Dorritugs must become the Demon King.
But there was something Ozges was missing.
“What if I could meet and talk to you, Cidriel, right now?”
“What?”
Instead of answering, Raidran looked at the entrance.
“You may come in.”
“Could it be, here…?”
The door opens at the same time as Ozges’s panicked voice.
“Nice to meet you, Ozges.”
“you are…”
“Tegrad’s daughter. Her name is Sidriel.”
***
Ozges and Sidriel talked for a long time.
The conversation was mainly conducted in the form of Ozges asking questions and Sidriel answering.
Ozges looked at Sidriel as if he could see through everything.
Sometimes direct and sharp.
Sometimes in the form of setting traps that lead to wrong answers.
It made Cidreel’s head spin while simultaneously revealing her true nature and potential.
Sidriel expressed his ambitions with a calm expression throughout.
She also had no trouble answering because she had spent a long time alone gathering her thoughts.
“Phew…”
Finally, the long conversation ended.
Ozges sighed deeply.
‘It’s difficult. It’s hard…’
After talking to him, I found out that Sidriel was an excellent demon.
Even though he is not yet an adult, he has the aura of a legion commander.
The thoughts were mature and he also seemed very smart.
Even if he is lacking now, he may definitely become a great demon lord in the future.
‘Our current military power is too weak. Moreover, if things continue like this, the Demon Tribe will inevitably split up.’
At that time, Ozges’s worries were deepening.
Raidrun opened his mouth.
“I have already decided to follow you, Sidriel. No matter what Ozges decides here, my decision will not change.”
“I see…”
The wrinkle between Ozges’s eyebrows deepened further.
“Just say one more thing.”
Sidriel looked at Ozges and said.
“I know that I am weak right now. I am far from being able to become the Demon King.”
She calmly accepted the current situation.
“However, the virtue that the Demon King of this era must possess is not only absolute strength. After all, individual strength eventually reaches its limits.”
“…”
“I intend to learn and use anything that is necessary. Even if it is something human. If it is for the future of the Demon Race, I cannot refuse.”
Were the last words decisive?
Finally, Ozges opened his mouth.
“great.”
Ozges decided to support Sidriel.
Even though it would be the dishonor of committing betrayal twice.
For the sake of the future of the Demon Race, I can easily accept being branded a traitor.
“If Lord Sidriel wants to become the Demon King, he must hold a great meeting.” “A great meeting… I heard about it from my father.”
At the mention of the conference, interest dawned on Cidreel’s eyes.
“It’s a meeting held when important matters of the Demon Clan are decided. The five legion commanders and ten delegates appointed by the Demon King gather together and exercise their voting rights.” “Indeed. So we’re going to decide who will be the next Demon King there?” “Yes. The decision made at the meeting is the same as the will of all the Demon Clan. It’s absolute. No matter how much of a Doritugs you are, you have no choice but to follow it.”
“I see.”
Cidriel nodded and asked.
“Who presides over the meeting?” “The Demon King or the Chairman presides over it. Since I am currently the Chairman, there is no problem in holding the meeting. However…”
Ozges’ expression darkened.
“I doubt they will crown Sidriel as their Demon King.” “That is something I must do.”
This is something I am already prepared for.
The Demon King must be recognized by all demons.
It’s a process that we have to go through anyway.
“Do I have the right to vote?” “Yes. Originally, Lord Tegrad was the Demon King and a delegate. Lord Sidriel is his successor and can exercise the right to vote.” “That’s fortunate. If I nominate myself, I get one vote.”
Since there are only a few participants, each and every vote counts.
If a convention were held, it would certainly bring one vote, as it would be okay to nominate oneself.
“I can cast two votes, one as the commander of the 5th Army Corps and one as the representative and head of the Cowden clan.” “Then… I guess I’ve secured three votes.”
Then Raidrun raised his hand.
“As a commander, don’t I have a vote?”
Ozges shook his head.
“It must be an official legion commander recognized by the Demon King. Even though you are currently the 3rd Legion Commander, the right to vote belongs to Hemis. And that person…”
Ozges sighed deeply.
“I don’t know what you’re thinking.” “If I could meet you, I could ask you a favor, but… your current whereabouts are unknown.”
Hemis informed Raidrun of the news and immediately left the 8th Division.
It’s hard to ask for help from someone who doesn’t show up.
“I’ve already received enough help. Now it’s my turn. If you give me this week’s time, I’ll try to gather the support of the delegates.”
“That won’t do.”
“Why?”
“There will soon be a full-scale clash with the army of the temple. If time is delayed, Dorritugs will use the crisis as an excuse to quickly ascend to the Demon King.”
That was Doritugs’ intention from the beginning.
To put the Demon Tribe in danger and take the Demon King’s place in a chaotic situation.
It was an event that could have easily led to the annihilation of the Demon Race, but he was arrogant and thought that he could sufficiently stop the humans.
“I’ll give you three days. That’s the best I can do.”
“three days…”
Time was so pressing.
How many people can you convince in just three days?
There won’t be enough time to visit the delegates scattered across the vast territory of the Demon Tribe.
However, there is no choice.
No matter how difficult it is, I have no choice but to try.
“Leave it to me.”
Cidriel nodded with a solemn expression.
***
Dorritugs frowned deeply.
Because I received a report that was simply unbelievable.
“You’re going to hold a general meeting? Are you in your right mind?”
A conference that will decide the future of the Demon Race.
The agenda was, ‘Which of the 1st Corps Commander Doritugs and Tegrad’s daughter Sidriel will become the next Demon King?’
Dorritugs immediately activated the communication port connecting to Ozges.
After a while, the communication port lights up.
Doritugs asked out of the blue.
“Ozges. What are you doing?”
Ozges answered in a flat voice.
-I just made a choice for the future of the Demon Race.
“The future of the Demon Tribe? I didn’t know you were such an idiot.” -…
“Even if you hold a meeting, the results won’t change. Why don’t you know that?” – I’m sorry.
Dorritus He sighed deeply.
“It looks like you have no intention of breaking the convention.” – Yes.
“Okay. I’ll see you in three days.”
Dorritugs immediately ended the communication.
bang!
He slammed the table down and smashed it, spitting out the words.
“You idiot. Nothing will change even if you do that.”
The Doritugs are the three nobles representing the Demon Tribe.
Coming from a noble family.
He may also cast one vote as a legion commander.
That is, even if a convention is held, your votes are already confirmed.
‘There are six votes in total since Hemis and Onyx have decided to join forces. We just need one more vote to reach the majority.’
Rather, I didn’t know that it might have been a good thing.
I was able to sit on the Demon King’s throne faster and more steadily than planned.
“I’m Tegrad’s daughter… I hope I can resemble Tegrad if possible.”
Three days from now.
He smiled, thinking of the distorted expression on Cidriel’s face.
