Published: September 9, 2025
From Arisa’s perspective.
Level 140?
Wait, the Demon King with a dog's head? No way, I don’t know anything like that—no, that’s not an opponent as tame as a Demon King.
Yes, that’s the one recorded in myth.
The Death God who burned temples worldwide and devoured the angels who descended to the surface.
The Apostle of the Demon God who fought the army of gods and scattered the Celestial Dragons.
So why is it here in this place?
Could it be because I was here?
Because of me...
When my mind started to spiral down a dark path, that being gently embraced my head.
Yes, that’s right. I have to protect everyone.
I’ll combine indomitable will and full power unleashed to banish it beyond dimensions.
If it can’t be done in one try, then I’ll do it as many times as it takes.
The god who gave me this power told me that the usage limit is a soul limiter.
Then I don’t mind using my entire soul. I wanted to be lovey-dovey more, but if it means saving everyone and my beloved, it’s a small price to pay.
This life wasn’t bad. I can smile and die now. If possible, I want to be reborn next life beside this cheerful Master.
Taking a deep breath, I activated my unique skill—huh?
Suddenly, the scene before me changed.
Is this Pochi’s instant movement? In an instant, I was transported to where Nana and the others are.
My reckless Master must be planning to fight alone.
â—‡
I tried searching with spatial magic for the Master who teleported along with the Demon King, but I couldn’t find him.
No way, someone who knows well should find him immediately!
"Arisa, this is the lord of the layer. We’re retreating to the rear for now."
Following Liza’s orders, everyone evacuated to a safe zone behind.
I was being carried like luggage under Liza’s arm, but there was no time to complain about such treatment. I used full power unleashed to search, but nothing matched. I tried once with full power unleashed, but he wasn’t found. It’s as if “Satou” had vanished from this world.
“No good, can’t find him.”
"What was that just now?"
"It gave me the chills, like a demon race!"
"No. It must be the Demon King."
“No way?!”
“Is that true, Mia?”
Mia seemed to understand.
"Don’t worry~?"
“But I’m worried!”
Tama seemed to be the only one not worried. How can she trust this much?
Lulu’s face was pale, and even Liza and Nana looked unsettled.
"Seriously, only Tama is calm. Breathe deeply!"
Suddenly, the masters nearby scolded us.
"Inhale—exhale—in—inhale—in—inhale—"
I couldn’t inhale fully and ended up blowing out air loudly.
But I felt a little calmer.
"Seriously, the shield bearer should always remain calm and composed."
"I sincerely apologize. I self-analyzed that I was at a loss doing nothing during Master’s crisis."
"Satou isn’t the type to choose a suicide attack against an unbeatable opponent, right? He’s the kind who’d flee without hesitation if he can’t win. Leaving you all behind probably means he thought he wasn’t strong enough yet or believed he could easily beat the Demon King without your help."
Ugh, it’s not about logic. My feelings just want to chase after him!
"I’m bound by secrecy, but since you’re all trustworthy—I saw Satou instantly defeat tens of thousands of jellyfish monsters in the void! Seeing that ridiculous scene, worrying about Satou just seems silly."
So he was doing that while claiming to be exterminating vermin...
While listening to the masters’ talk and feeling restless, intermittent tremors around magnitude 3 struck.
"Shaking~?"
"It’s all wobbly!"
"Eek, is it okay?"
"The labyrinth is sturdy. I guarantee it won’t collapse from tremors this mild."
"Are these tremors from Master fighting the Demon King?"
"Probably an earthquake. There’s a dormant volcano nearby—it might have erupted."
This earthquake is long-lasting. Imagining the epicenter is scary.
â—‡
"I'm back. Sorry for worrying you."
"Welcome back~"
"Welcome home!"
"Master!"
"Satou."
"Master, we celebrate your safe return."
He came back acting like he’d just been out shopping.