Master of Noble Phantasm Outsider

Now there is Rex, the leader of the Sarkaz in Kazdel, his deputy Saga, and three Sarkaz youths that Conan is not very familiar with.

One of them was Aaron, a survivor of the neutral faction who had been rescued before. He could barely be considered a half-noble, and he had certain abilities and fame, so Rex entrusted him with many tasks during the disaster relief, and he completed them all well, so now he has become one of the so-called new senior executives.

As for the other two, Aaron, the grandson of the neutral elder, was not as powerful as them. They were both Sarkaz civilians, but they were considered relatively capable among ordinary civilians. They were chosen by Rex to help during the disaster relief.

One is called Carl, a standard Sarkaz warrior, and the other is called Emma, ​​a Sarkaz magician.

"We have already sent messengers to look for our compatriots who left Kazdel for refuge during the civil war. We now need a lot of manpower and material resources to support the revival of this place..."

Regarding the Heroic War that took place in Kazdel, Rex decided to keep the relevant matters secret.

He destroyed the entire Kazdel and caused countless Sarkaz to die, which was defined as a civil war and civil strife.

Although this statement may be difficult for people to accept, considering the history of the Sarkaz on the Terra continent, most people should not have too many doubts.

After the Sarkaz Demon King's hegemony was defeated by the coalition forces of various races, the Sarkaz race wandered all over the Terra continent and reestablished Kazdel in many different places.

During this long period of time, the Sarkaz often engaged in internal strife due to their own fighting instincts, and Kazdel was destroyed again and again for various reasons.

Rex considered that if the matter of the War of Heroes was made public, it might cause a lot of unnecessary trouble, such as the intervention of the Ministry of Magic in the magical continent, or the spying and temptation of neighboring countries, so he wanted to suppress the matter.

Even if one looks at the history of the Sarkaz, a civil war that involved countless civilians, collapsed a mountain, and destroyed the entire Kazdel is unusual. It's good that it has never happened. At least it is a reasonable excuse.

Anyway, the two sons of the Demon King who caused this civil strife have already died in battle, and their subordinates and confidants are all gone. Even if this huge pot is thrown over, no one will vindicate them.

What's more, this matter was not the so-called blame, this is an indisputable fact.

"We may have to find a suitable place to rebuild a new Kazdel. The Windbreak Mountain has been destroyed and is no longer suitable for reconstruction on the original site..."

So far, the number of confirmed survivors of the disaster is approximately five thousand.

Apart from the 3,000 people who had been staying in [Rhodes Island] before, the number of survivors who could be rescued in the city that was completely destroyed and submerged by a large amount of rocks was definitely not large, but it was more than expected.

At that time, Rex really thought that except for the refugees protected by Rhodes Island, all the others had died.

After all, the situation at that time was quite bad. There was a natural disaster in front and a terrifying rotten beast behind. Then there should be the collapse of the windbreak mountain used to protect the city. Even if there were a large number of survivors, I am afraid that not many people could survive safely under these successive blows.

In fact, this is true. A large number of corpses have been found in these days. It is already very good that about two thousand people can survive.

"We have too many injured people here. Even with the help of Rhodes Island, we are almost at our limit. We must find more medicines, and also look for medical organizations or doctors outside who can help us..."

[Rhode Island] This treasure has extremely comprehensive functions, especially the medical area which occupies a considerable area. If it were not for the various magical and incredible medical instruments and tools inside, the number of casualties during this period would probably increase dramatically.

But even if this treasure is so magical, it is impossible to bear the huge number of injured people.

Rex had already sent several messengers out to look for possible help, but he didn't have high hopes for it.

It is difficult to expect neighboring countries to be kind enough to provide help. As for the civilian medical groups and doctors, even if someone really comes voluntarily, it will not be possible for just a few people to solve the problems here.

　Of course, it is better to have help than to have no help. As long as someone is willing to help, even if they have to pay, Rex will be very grateful.

"that……"

As the meeting was about to end as one topic after another was discussed, Aaron raised his hand timidly for some reason.

"Aaron, what's wrong? Is there anything you want to say?"

Rex had noticed that the atmosphere had become somewhat subtle.

Aaron seemed a little uneasy for some reason, and Carl and Emma beside him seemed a little nervous.

Conan-san, who was sitting quietly in a row wearing an iron mask, glanced at them calmly.

"Are you finally going to say it? I thought they wouldn't bring it up in this meeting."

Conanshan knew what these three Sarkaz wanted to say.

After all, they had discussed it quietly before, and it was a secret talk on [Rhodes Island], so of course he would notice it.

[Lodo Island] is Conan's treasure. He can completely grasp all the conditions inside the treasure. Even if there is no surveillance in the place, it cannot escape his eyes and ears.

It might be impossible for Conanshan to grasp the situation of everyone at the same time. After all, he would not focus all his attention here all the time. However, since the behavior of Aaron and the other two was suspicious before, he paid attention to them.

"Lord Rex, it's like this... The situation can be said to have stabilized, but many people are still uneasy... What I mean is, we want to say..."

Aaron was taller than Rex, but he was unconsciously shrinking his body at this moment, looking timid and completely lacking in momentum.

"Master Rex... I think it's time for us to confirm that matter... about the new Demon King..."

Rex shuddered slightly.

He already understood what the other party wanted to say.

"Lord Rex, in order to stabilize people's hearts and so that we can better plan for the future... please take over the throne and become the Demon King as soon as possible!"

Aaron, who had been hesitating, finally finished his words in one breath.

"........."

Rex fell silent.

He really hadn't thought about it.

"Successor to the Demon King..."

Rex glanced left and right at his two reliable companions.

Saga tried hard to control his expression, but Rex, who grew up with him, could see that this friend seemed to understand his thoughts, so he was patient at this time.

As for Conan-san who was sitting on the other side, his expression could not be seen clearly because he was wearing a mask, but he should be waiting for his reaction and opinion.

Rex stood up from his seat and looked straight at Aaron, who was a little nervous.

"Aaron, I understand what you mean, but... I will not succeed to the throne and become the new Demon King."

072 Refusal

"…I won't become the new Demon King."

Rex's tone was calm, but very firm.

"But... why?! I don't understand, Master Rex..."

Aaron probably had never expected that Rex would reject this proposal. He now looked very flustered, with a look of helplessness written all over his face.

"Lord Rex, even if you are the illegitimate son of the previous Demon King, you are now..."

"I know. I am your leader. I am your chief. I am your chief. I understand this very well. I will not reject this identity. However, this is different from becoming a demon king."

Rex didn't know what expression he should have now. He had never thought that one day someone would ask him to become the Demon King.

Moreover, he refused.

"I remember telling you clearly before that the civil war happened because of my father and the plan of the previous demon king... Although my two brothers twisted my father's plan, this plan can still be considered a success..."

"Destroy the king's swelling and turning □:② Jiu△⑷〔:lin≡⊥si３ Wuliu④ Court..."

When Aaron first learned this secret, he felt extremely complicated.

It was because of this subversive plan left by the previous Demon King that Aaron's grandfather and several blood relatives were killed by the heroic spirits.

You know, Aaron and his family can't be considered real aristocrats. They are far away from the royal court. They are just representatives elected by the general public.

But even so, they were still cleared out.

The fact that Aaron was able to survive at that time was probably just due to the willfulness of that unknown heroic spirit, or perhaps the other party simply didn't care about such weak beings as them.

Perhaps, the reason why that heroic spirit appeared was not to eliminate the power of the neutral factions and elders among the people, but to weaken the forces supporting Rex.

No matter what, the root cause of this matter will not change. Everything is caused by the plan of the previous Demon King.

"Now, there are no so-called ten royal courts anymore. As far as I know, the main powerful figures of the royal courts, as well as the successors of the next generation, are all dead."

The power of the Ten Great Sarkaz Royal Courts is certainly not only in Kazdel, there must be some noble members in other places.

However, the core forces and important figures of the royal court were indeed gathered in Kazdel at that time.

After the Heroic Spirits completely destroyed these core forces, even if there were other noble members outside who said they wanted to inherit these titles and continue to maintain the existence of the Royal Court, they would only be in name only.

"Everyone, I think you haven't forgotten that the Demon King is also one of the Ten Royal Courts."

Rex never knew about his father's plan, and now that he knows he won't support it, but now that things have developed to this point, many things are irreversible.

From his perspective, based on his personal feelings, he felt that the so-called royal court and nobility should completely disappear and should no longer appear in the future history of the Sarkaz.

"I hope so. In the future there will be no more royal nobles, and no more demon kings. We are just our old friends. We are the Sarkaz."

Rex didn't know what his father was thinking, and his brother hadn't fully told him the details of the plan and future plans.

Or maybe his dead father just wanted to concentrate all power and strength in the hands of the Demon King, so that he could better lead the Sarkaz.

There may be other reasons, but they are not important now.

"The absence of the Demon King does not mean that we, the Sarkaz, will stop here. I want us to move forward in another way... a future that is freer and not bound by the so-called nobles and the Demon King, a future that is chosen by us."

Rex didn't know if he could convince Aaron and the other two. Since they chose to propose that he inherit the throne of the Demon King at this time, it must have been a well-thought-out decision, and maybe there were other people's support and opinions behind it.

But even so, Rex wanted to stick to his opinion.

"Let's end today's meeting here. Let's disband and think about this carefully."

Thus, this meeting, which was originally intended to discuss future plans, ended in a subtly awkward atmosphere.

"……PhD."

The three people led by Aaron left, but Rex and Saga remained in the bridge of [Rhodes Island].

Rex said that his decision to refuse to succeed the throne as the new Demon King was his own and he had not yet asked for the opinions of his two companions.

He wanted to take careful note of the ideas of his two companions.

If necessary, he might overturn his previous statement and become the new Demon King.

"Do you think my decision is right or wrong?"

"God knows."

Conanshan, who had basically not expressed any opinions during the meeting, shrugged irresponsibly.

In fact, it was not his responsibility, at least that's what he thought.

"There are not so many right and wrong things in this world. It's just a matter of different methods and choices... Anyway, if you want to ask for my opinion, I will support your idea."

"I am also 9◇∪丝∮±爬◆°二四ˉ三～san″≈跉wu中＊≌转Qun:."

Without waiting for his friends to ask, Saga took the initiative to express his opinion at this time.

"I will support your idea. Since you don't want to be a demon king, then don't be one. I think you are right about one thing. Even if there is no demon king and no nobles, there will be none in the future. Will we be unable to survive without those people?"

Rex already knew what his two companions were thinking.

He smiled somewhat sheepishly.

"This is actually my willfulness... Aaron wants me to become the Demon King. I don't know why, but I think I should refuse... Or maybe, without the Demon King, we can develop better..."

Rex paused and shook his head slightly.

"I think I may have said too much, but I won't change my mind."

"Then, you have to think carefully about what you should do to lead the Sarkaz without the identity and title of Demon King."

Conan sometimes observes the situation of the Sarkaz refugees on Rhodes Island.

Many people are actually secretly looking forward to the emergence of a new demon king.

Rex's refusal is contrary to the public's wishes.

It must be very difficult to stick to your own ideas and concepts.

"At this point, it's impossible for you to just let it go. Even if you don't want to do it, the people here will force you to become their leader. Who told you to be so stupid as to take that position from the beginning... I have a suggestion."

For some reason, Rex felt that Conan's smile under the mask had some malicious meaning.

"Rex, are you planning on studying medicine?"

"……Eh?"

Because the topic jumped too far, Rex was completely unable to react and he even found it a little confusing.

"You should have witnessed during this period that my treasure, Rhodes Island, has various functions, especially the medical equipment and systems. They are so amazing that they are simply incredible."

Conan Shanswollen*｜ＺhUaｎｑun:９０ˉ△④⑻4}∧er=⑨跉伍∧*'s proposal seems a bit unreasonable, but it actually makes some sense.

"I was wondering, if we use the equipment in Rhodes Island, is it possible to develop a quick-acting treatment for the magical diseases here? For example, taking a pill can cure the disease."

Well, to be honest, Conan actually just wanted to try a classic remake.

The Terra continent cannot exist without Rhodes Island, just like a Heroic Spirit cannot exist without a Noble Phantasm.