Reincarnated Devil's Strongest Hero Training Plan ~The baby he picked up has grown up so well that his father is confused~ - Chapter 108

Reincarnated Devil’s Strongest Hero Training Plan ~The baby he picked up has grown up so well that his father is confused~

Chapter 108   Proposal from Archangel Preanis

On the evening when they witnessed Ars’s graduation ceremony,

As they remembered Gaius, who had already left this magical castle and embarked on a journey elsewhere, they sat in the garden, sipping coffee while lounging against the massive body of the fire dragon Ballus.

“Seriously. That guy is always so serious and focused once he decides to do something.”

They said something about how they should have taken it easy for a bit and left with Amanda-san, but they hurriedly left before they could be convinced otherwise.

Well, I can understand their feelings to some extent.

There must be some feelings of a mentor towards their disciple.

Amanda-san seemed to understand that too, as when Gaius mentioned leaving today, she said without hesitation that she would go with him.

Truly, they are a harmonious couple.

I can’t wait for their first child to be born.

And also…

“As numerous as the stars in the night sky, my achievements shine, and the gentle moonlight illuminates me…”

“…?”

Although I don’t understand what they’re saying, Chibisuke, who was standing alone behind the magical castle’s base, reciting poetry with a slightly smarter air than usual.

She doesn’t seem to notice me, but the area around this magical castle is all territory of this low-rank demon. I came to check on her because I was worried she might do something again, but it seems this time she’s just lost in thought and doesn’t intend to take any noticeable action, which is a relief.

It would be dangerous if she used the power of the ley lines to conjure up a campfire or something, so I can’t take my eyes off her while I’m nearby.

“Well… I can’t just stop here, not with this medal I received from everyone.”

So, now that it’s confirmed that Chibisuke is safe today, she seemed to be making a serious declaration while holding a gold medal up to the night sky.

For her, that gold medal seems to be her pride itself, and while I don’t know the full story, it’s evidently something she holds dear. She talks about achievements and such, but I haven’t looked into the details, so I’m not entirely sure.

I understand that she’s reflecting on past adventures, digging up memories as a sort of compilation of past events.

There were things like that, and things like this…

I often wonder, what is she really?

Occasionally sensing waves of power similar to those of angels, I think she’s somehow related to the heavenly realm in this world, but her true identity is a mystery.

Even though I’m no slouch, I can’t just barge into heaven to investigate, so I only have limited information, making it hard to grasp her background fully.

The only thing I know for sure is that she’s dispatched to this earthly realm from heaven for some reason, occasionally reporting achievements to her superior, an angel named Preanis, or something like that.

That angel is quite troublesome too. She may be less powerful than earth-dimensional angels, but given that she’s the supervisor who dispatched Chibisuke, she has quite the peculiar personality.

Moreover, she seems unusually concerned about her subordinates. Whenever I approach carelessly, she subtly exerts pressure from the shadows. It seems she’s overly worried and overprotective, behaving like a very anxious and protective guardian.

For instance, if I were to slightly increase my power and direct it towards Chibisuke like this…

“Oh, what a lovely poem, Mermel.”

“Ah! It’s the Archangel!”

See? Just as I mentioned…

As soon as rumors start flying, here she comes.

Archangel Preanis, sensing Chibisuke’s distress, hurriedly appeared and embraced her protectively from my power.

As a low-rank demon who always watches over Ars, I can empathize to some extent, but isn’t this a bit too overprotective?

Well, they’re not causing any harm, so I don’t really mind.

However, this time she seems a bit upset, perhaps because I deliberately provoked her. After affectionately patting Chibisuke’s head, she turned her gaze towards me with a stern look.

What’s with the hostility today?

“How about you come out already, visitor from another world? You’ve become quite the topic even in heaven.”

“Sigh… So, you found out after all. I thought I was hiding quite well to avoid suspicion from heaven, but I guess I’ve reached my limit.”

Chibisuke, seemingly confused and resembling some drinking buddy with her raised sunglasses, asked, “What’s going on?” But as expected, her sharp superior, the Archangel, remained keen.

It seems like she appeared today more for my sake than anything else.

“So, what brings you here?”

“…After confirming again in the lower realm, is this the power of the Demon King from another world? Indeed, it seems like quite an entity beyond my capabilities.”

Ignoring my question altogether, Archangel Preanis began some sort of analysis of our forces.

Well, that’s just rude, Archangel-san…

If she completely ignore the question I threw out there, even the heart of a low-rank demon might get hurt, you know?

Sigh

“Oh my…”

“Why are you suddenly pretending to cry in such a pathetic manner? If you’re the Demon King from another world, then act like one and pull yourself together.”

“Got it.”

“…Do you want to get punched?”

Yikes!

It was just a little low-rank demon joke, there’s no need to glare like that.

Besides, I’m only trying to lighten the mood here, but it’s tough when you start analyzing everything without even acknowledging my presence.

And why am I suddenly being hailed as the Demon King from another world? Hmm.

When did that even become a thing?

I can’t even evolve into a higher demon, let alone a Demon King, so it’s quite an overestimation.

I wonder how I’m being talked about in heaven.

Sigh

“You’re quite the laid-back Demon King, aren’t you? It’s frustrating because I know you don’t have a hint of malice, so I can’t even scold you… Is this how it feels to be an adult?”

“Huh? What are you talking about?”

Such harsh words.

And Chibisuke, you probably came up with a new poem again because the conversation’s dragging on, didn’t you? I can tell by the look in your eyes.

Also, let me know when you’ve finished another poem. Your nonsensical ramblings are surprisingly entertaining.

…Anyway, enough of that.

This banter isn’t getting us anywhere.

Shall I ask about the matter again?

“So, I’ll ask again, what’s the matter?”

“Ah, yes, that’s right. It’s about that. I’ve come to visit because there’s something I’d like to request of you. It’s not something I would typically discuss with someone who is supposed to be the Demon King, but it seems that you, who have come from another world, have a different perspective from our demon clan here. How about it? Would you be willing to entertain my proposal?”

The proposition from Archangel Preanis was not bad for our family, surprisingly, it was an interesting negotiation offer…