The Infinite Journey of a Certain Flame

"On the contrary, because I know some inside information, I also agree with you using your methods to protect your own interests. But after all, your demon race has already encroached on human land on a large scale. If this continues, it may lead to the destruction of the human race."

"If things develop to this point, I will certainly not stand idly by."

Kiana opened her eyes after speaking, and an indomitable fighting spirit surged in her beautiful blue eyes.

Upon seeing this, the demons in the hall whispered amongst themselves, all becoming intimidated.

Before long, Rimuru's figure slowly appeared.

"I think you can also see that humanity is now putting pressure on us to stop killing humans."

"Then stop. You have already instilled deep fear in humanity. If you continue fighting, you will face the wrath of the entire human race."

Kiana said nonchalantly.

"what?"

Rimuru's eyes widened, his expression shifting between light and dark, as if he felt mocked.

He didn't expect the other person to speak so casually, as if they were just talking about the weather.

Unbelievable!

"I'm not forcing you to do anything, but rather to rationally analyze the current situation."

Kiana said calmly, "The demons have already occupied a lot of human land. If this continues, it is likely to lead to large-scale displacement of civilians and internal conflicts. When the conflicts accumulate to the point of being irreconcilable, I'm afraid even if the demons want to retreat, they will have no chance."

"That's why you advised me to initiate a ceasefire, right?"

Rimuru took a deep breath and then spoke slowly.

Kiana nodded.

"If you are unwilling, I will not say anything more, but I cannot guarantee that I will not take corresponding countermeasures in the future."

At this point, even the slow-witted Rimuru understood.

The woman's meaning was simple: continuing this war would benefit neither side. If you insist on fighting...

In the future, we will inevitably become her enemies.

Recalling Kiana's formidable strength and her seemingly unpredictable but deadly move that still had room for maneuver.

Rimuru pondered for a long time, then finally let out a cold snort:

"Oh..."

"There's no need for Lady Kiana to trouble herself with that."

Rimuru chuckled.

"If you humans want a ceasefire, I certainly won't stop you. But if you dare to take this opportunity to attack our country or our cities, then don't blame us demons for being impolite."

"I see. Don't worry, I think the parliaments of Western countries would never do that."

Rimuru's expression softened slightly upon hearing Kiana's reply.

But then he suddenly frowned.

"how do you know?"

"Because next, I'm going to talk to them."

“...An interesting woman.” Rimuru chuckled, then continued, “I’m starting to wonder, are you human or a demon?”

He is highly capable, but he is not greedy for power.

They were not even led astray by witnessing the brutality of the battlefield.

This woman seems to be quite extraordinary.

At least their inner strength is undeniable.

Rimuru thought to himself.

"I am nothing more than an unknown traveler."

"is it?"

In response to Kiana's answer, he pointed at Solia with some surprise: "Then what about her?"

Seeing that Rimuru had steered the conversation toward her, Soria immediately bared her teeth as if she were not to be trifled with.

Seeing this, Rimuru suddenly had the strange feeling that he was being scolded by a child.

Kiana, however, explained with a wry smile, "A friend of mine entrusted me with taking care of a child, um... she's a demon, and she'll definitely become a Spider Queen of the Demon King level in the future."

"Oh? Hehe, interesting."

Rimuru's interest was piqued upon hearing this: "Interested in joining the Demon Kingdom Federation? Little Spider, I can allow you to have your own power, but on the condition that... you must pledge allegiance to me."

Upon hearing this, Solia was dumbfounded.

Faced with such an invitation, she didn't know how to respond.

"how?"

Seeing this, a mocking smile flashed across Rimuru's face: "You don't dare?"

"Of course not, how could I dare not? It's just that, this matter..."

Solia turned her head and looked at Kiana with some hesitation.

"Then come find me again when you've thought it through."

After saying that, Rimuru walked towards the entrance of the hall.

Seeing Rimuru's actions, Kiana's eyebrows twitched slightly, her eyes flickered, and her expression became serious.

What's it like to be human in a world where the Demon Lord of Slimes is around?: Chapter Fourteen: Managing a Demon Branch

Isn't this demon king a little too arrogant?

Kiana never expected that someone would try to steal her boyfriend right in front of her.

That's way too arrogant!

However, his explanation is not entirely unreasonable.

Although Rimuru's condition was that he had to pledge allegiance, Kiana felt that at this moment, the Demon King of this native world had already accepted Soria, this foreign demon.

Then things will be easier from here on out; all I need to do is listen to Soria's opinion.

After all, the matters concerning the demon race must be resolved by the demon race itself.

"Solya".

Not long after leaving the Demon King's palace, Kiana asked the spider girl behind her, "Do you have any thoughts?"

"Me? I find that blue-haired brat a bit annoying."

Solia gave a rather blunt assessment.

Honestly, if she had said those words in the Demon King's palace, she would most likely have massacred the Demon City.

Kiana thought to herself.

Then, she sighed and frankly said:

"Annoying as it may be, what do you think about becoming the Demon King? Do you have any reservations about it?"

"Demon King? Hmm..."

Although it was a gift personally handed over by the Demon King of another world.

However, Soria didn't have any clear understanding of the term "Demon King".

She scratched the back of her head, looking confused, and asked, "Sister, what is a Demon King?"

"Your question... has stumped me."

It must be said that Solia can be quite unreasonable in some ways.

However, in some places, it is as pure as a blank sheet of paper.

Kiana thought and thought for a long time before finally taking a slow step: "The Demon King is a very powerful demon who can command other demons to obey him, eat lots of delicious food, and live in lots of beautiful houses."

Is that about it?

As she walked, Kiana shared her thoughts on the concept of a Demon King.

Honestly, if Rimuru himself were here, he would definitely burst out laughing at such a naive answer.

However, it cannot be denied that Kiana's explanation was quite appealing to Soria.

"Is that so? Then...I want to become the Demon King!"

"Huh? You made up your mind so easily? Hmm... good, you're good to have the energy to do anything."

Kiana nodded and smiled slightly, then turned her gaze to Benimaru, Shuna, and the other demons who were sneaking around behind her under the guise of hospitality, monitoring her.

"Uh..."

Upon realizing they had been discovered, both of them looked embarrassed.

Kiana was well aware of the little schemes the brother and sister were harboring.

She knew very well that at this moment, these nobles and high-ranking officials desperately wanted her to leave.

But you want people to leave before the matter is even finished?

It's not that easy.

"Alright, you two."

Kiana, one hand on her hip, looked at the two with confidence: "I don't want to say anything more. If you want me to leave, fine, but you need to tell me one thing."

"what?"

"Around here, or rather within your demon realm, are there any places that haven't been conquered yet?"

Kiana pondered for a moment before asking.

Although the Demon King of this world possesses skills and knowledge that are ahead of his time, the kingdom he has established is not much different from other human kingdoms.

It still has the inherent limitations of feudalism, so there is an absolute vacuum in the degree of land control.