Chapter 404

Chapter 404

Otherworld Demon King Survival Guide.

Episode 404: Elf’s Hidden Treasure (1)

“Oh, dear.”

After a nap, it seemed both women had woken up at some point and were now sleeping while embracing me.

If they managed to crawl all the way here and fall back asleep, they must have regained consciousness. Let’s see, how many hours did I sleep? Six hours? To regain consciousness in such a short time, they truly are strong women.

“Ho-ho.”

Perhaps it was because I had such a deep sleep.

My body was overflowing with power. Thanks to proper rest, the strength I gained from my recent growth felt well-integrated into my body.

“I should show this to Karuti soon.”

Having grown this much, perhaps I could finally be considered a high-ranking demon? I might not know everything, but if I only trained my combat skills, I was sure I’d never be outmatched anywhere.

Let’s gently wake them up.

“Empress Lilianne.”

“Mmm…”

As I shook her awake, the woman started acting cute.

After gently caressing her for a bit, I softly pulled her ear.

“Ah…!”

“Are you awake?”

“Yes, yes… I-I’m sorry. It felt so good sleeping here…”

She had completely entered submissive mode.

“Hehehe, as it should be.”

Currently, Lilianne has returned to her elven form. Although she had awakened as a succubus earlier, it seemed that her awakened state had now been released. I suspected she’d transform again if I injected more power into her next time.

“Anyway. Empress Lilianne? I just saw something very suspicious.”

“Suspicious?”

“Yes.”

I immediately explained about the entity presumed to be the World Tree.

“Huk…!”

Lilianne, greatly surprised, covered her mouth.

“That’s right, it must be! It’s definitely the World Tree!”

“As expected.”

It’s confirmed.

“Then please explain about the World Tree.”

“Understood.”

Lilianne immediately began to explain about the World Tree.

At first, it was all familiar information. The elves worshipped the World Tree. The World Tree was the mother of the elves and an entity that protected and guarded them.

“But in truth, the World Tree isn’t as transcendent and powerful an entity as to deserve the absolute worship of the elves. Furthermore, the creator of the elves? That’s a lie.”

“Is that so?”

All elves believed the World Tree was their creator, but the Elven Empress knew that was not true.

So, the information known differed by hierarchy.

“Yes. Whether human or elf. Their exact origins are unknown, but they weren’t suddenly created as other religions claim. Ah, there are related documents in the secret archives if you’re interested…”

“Next time.”

The origin of humanity in this world.

As someone from Earth, it was intriguing, but it was not important right now. I asked her to explain more about the World Tree.

“The World Tree… I suppose you could call it the spirit of this giant tree. It enriches the forest and is a guardian deity that protects the elves from evil forces.”

A guardian deity.

“According to suspicions passed down to successive empresses, the origin of the World Tree faith is that in the past, elves, who were nomadic like humans, discovered the World Tree, made it their home, and worshiped it as their guardian deity. Afterward, they added details to it to use for governance.”

“Is that so? Interesting. But Empress Lilianne, have you ever communicated with or met the World Tree?”

At my words, the Empress shook her head ambiguously.

“Communication… I’ve done it a few times. But it was only hearing a faint voice in my dreams. But for the Demon King to meet it directly… It’s truly, so astonishing… Is this also some kind of destiny?”

“Hmm?”

It seemed she was greatly moved by my words about meeting the World Tree, but just now, I was about to flirt with the World Tree.

“Well, I suppose so. Anyway, Empress. You are now my subordinate. Do you know that?”

“Yes. I will pledge my loyalty.”

“Since you say so, I’ll tell you. My goal is none other than to conquer this world.”

“Yes, yes? World conquest…?”

Surprise flashed across her face.

“From now on, the elves must assist in that task. Of course, there will be rewards for it. I will help you expand your territory beyond the forest.”

“Ahhh!”

As I finished speaking, Lilianne exclaimed in great admiration.

“I see!”

—Thud.

Lilianne clasped her hands as if in prayer. But her eyes had changed, just like those of a fanatic.

“You intend to conquer this world! And in the process, you plan to give the elves the world beyond the forest!”

“That’s right. How does that sound?”

“Of course, of course! I will pledge my loyalty with all my body and soul!”

Good.

“Truly amazing…! In fact, as the Elven Empress, I also harbored the ambition to expand the elves’ territory beyond the forest.”

I knew.

“This war was part of that, but to think the Demon King had an even greater goal in mind…! My goodness! This is destiny!”

“Let’s work together well from now on. Currently, not only the Dark Elves but also the Lady and even the Saintess have become my subordinates. With this, we’ll get rid of the Count.”

“You’re going to strike the angels!”

“Yes. And the angels too, with this item of mine.”

I pointed to my penis and said.

“I will conquer them all.”

“I heard that all angels are female. With the Demon King’s item, they too can surely be made into subordinates…! If so! If even the angels become our allies!”

“Conquering the world will be no big deal. I plan to overthrow even those human kingdoms and dwarf kingdoms in the west.

At those words, Lilianne nearly fainted.

“Naturally, the land of the elves will grow even larger.”

“Ahhh!”

So, from now on, you must provide great assistance to me.

Not only a very strong elven army, but also the method to summon those special combat spirits.

If I can even command combat spirits, I would truly be the Demon King’s army itself.

“Demon King.”

—Thud.

Lilianne stood up. Her pure white, naked body stood before me, and she spoke with a very serious demeanor.

“Yes.”

“The token of loyalty… I will prepare it, please accept it.”

“A token?”

“Yes. I want to give you things that will be helpful to the Demon King. Please accept them.”

“What is it?”

“Please wait a moment. I’ll go to the treasure vault in the divine realm and be right back.”

“Understood.”

With those words, Lilianne began to move.

A token of loyalty? No, more importantly, a treasure vault in the divine realm?

“This smells sweet, doesn’t it? Don’t you agree, Your Majesty?”

“Hmm, I wonder what it could be? I’m curious.”

The Queen, who had woken up at some point, was now lying on her side, propping up her cheek with her hand, looking at me.

“More than that, world conquest. My heart pounds every time I hear it. To be able to participate in that endeavor, walking with my own feet as Queen. It’s moving.”

“Things will get busier from now on. But Your Majesty, shouldn’t you become stronger?”

“What do you mean?”

“The Empress said that the Elven Royal Guard Captain is stronger than you.”

“Nonsense. We haven’t even fought, have we? If we fought, this Queen would win.”

Then, if the opportunity arises, I should make them fight. Since the Empress is mine, dealing with the Royal Guard Captain should be no problem.

I will completely infiltrate elven society.

“I won’t lose in a one-on-one fight, anyway.”

“Hehehe, come to think of it, you were caught using a cowardly method.”

“There’s no such thing as cowardice in battle. At that time, this Queen was lacking. I’m grateful you made me realize that.”

“Is that so?”

While I waited,

“Demon King.”

The Empress returned.

“You’re back?”

“Yes. I’ve brought the most valuable items first.”

She was holding a luxurious box. Could there be treasures inside?

“Hehehe, I’m looking forward to it. What is it?”

“The hidden treasures of the elves.”

“Pardon?”

Hidden treasures?

“Among them, the most precious ones. I’ll take them out for you.”

—Swoosh.

As the Empress opened the box, light streamed out. As my eyes adjusted to the light, I gazed at what was inside.

“Ohh?”

Upon inspection, they were spheres. Brightly glowing magical spheres. Are they objects? Or is it energy condensed into a specific shape? It’s hard to tell.

“From left to right. The Orb condensed with the power of the forest. The Orb condensed with the power of water. And the Orb condensed with the power of wind.”

“Orbs!”

So these were Orbs!

“They are the three great Orbs of the elves. When the Elven Forest is in crisis, they possess the power to summon the highest-ranking spirits. Besides that, a great deal of power is condensed within them, so you can use them effectively. Please accept them. They are offerings from me, the Elven Empress, to my new ruler.”

“Thank you, Empress Lilianne! They’re very beautiful!”

“Hmph, hehehe… That’s a delightful compliment.”

I immediately took the box and stroked her head.

“Good heavens! Orbs condensed with the power of nature!”

The power to summon the highest-ranking spirits?

This was a very good strategic weapon, no, wait.

“Forest, water, and wind?”

This… reminded me of some certain beings.

“Yes? Is there a problem?”

“No. It’s nothing. Empress Lilianne. Thank you very much. I think these will be very useful.”

“Hehehe, I’m glad to be of help.”

Seeing her smiling with such a happy face, I started to get aroused again.

“Ah, by the way, can these only be used to summon spirits?”

“Hmm… I don’t know the details, but whether it’s magic or spirit magic. One could assume that someone who knows them well could use them effectively.”

“For example, beings like forest fairies?”

“Fairies?”

I briefly explained the fairies I knew about. Dryads living in the forest. Rusalka living in the water. Pixies living in villages.

“Ah, I know them.”

As expected, the elves also know them.

Of course, the names they used were different from mine, but when I described their characteristics, she understood perfectly.

“So you were also combining forces with such beings? It will probably be a great help.”

Ohh!