Bab 45: 45:The Dungeon
"Don't mind it. Why don't you start the class? There are some people who would love to hear your lecture," Anos said as he walked back to his seat.
Although he didn't show it, he was very disturbed. When he was transferring Avis's memories, he found there was no memory of him. At first, he thought Avis had used some spell to prevent him from seeing those memories. But looking at the clueless Avis, he doubted that. You can't act so ignorant in front of your king, right? But to be safe, he should probably talk to Rimuru about this later.
Nodding to himself, Avis also started his lecture, which was about Fusion Magic that the Necron family is famous for.
School continued as normally as it could if we ignore Anos modifying another original spell like it was nothing. But apart from that, the day was normal.
After class, Anos and Avis were having a secret meeting in one of the many corridors.
"I see, so from what you are saying, you are my master, the Demon King of Tyranny," said Avis after hearing Anos's story of how his name was seemingly replaced.
"Yeah, that Avos Dillheavia is fake. Someone must have rewritten your memories," said Anos calmly.
"Be that as it may, how would I know that the someone isn't you?" asked Avis questioningly, his aura leaking out.
Anos just shrugged, not bothered by the aura that could make any average mezoku faint, and said, "While I have no evidence to prove my innocence, you'll just have to take my word for it."
After staring at Anos for a while, Avis finally replied, "I see. In normal cases, I would arrest you for the suspicion of being an enemy of my lord, the Demon King of Tyranny. But since I have yet to find why you feel familiar to me, I shall stay neutral for now. Besides, if you are truly an enemy, the Advisor wouldn't stay silent." Saying so, Avis walked away.
As he walked away, Rimuru emerged from one of the corners. She looked at Anos, who was still leaning against the wall.
"Anos, while I won't interfere with your methods, what you are doing is quite risky," said Rimuru.
Chuckling a little, Anos said, "Isn't it fine? If the mastermind has even a little bit of brain, they would undoubtedly take the bait I prepared for them. And don't worry, Rimuru, the worst-case scenario is me killing a god."
Rimuru sighed exasperatedly. "You brat, don't go trying to kill gods left and right. Even when those guys are just utter trash, they still have a purpose in this universe. And trust me, picking replacements for them is more annoying."
"Hahaha, well, I wouldn't do it if I can help it. At the end of the day, they are Militia's kin, and I don't want to have a lecture about balance from her," said Anos, getting ready to go home.
"Wait, Anos Voldigod," shouted a voice as Emilia appeared from another corner. She briefly nodded at Rimuru, showing respect for being a Royalty and the supposed Advisor.
"One of your members lost their badge in the classroom, so could you give it to her?" She then handed him a school badge with a six-sided star on it.
"Hmm, who could it be?" he asked, trying very hard to remember his other teammates' badges.
"It's not Rimuru's or Sasha's," Emilia said bluntly.
Anos blinked and said, "Well, that's a weird way to say it, but okay, I'll pass it on to Misha."
Emilia nodded and was about to leave when she remembered something and said, "Oh, right, tomorrow we will hold an exam in the Delsgade dungeons, so be sure not to be late." Saying so, she left without explaining any further.
Anos blinked and asked, "Hey, since when did we have a dungeon?"
But Emilia was long gone before he could get an answer. So he turned to Rimuru, who most likely knew the answer.
"Hey, Rimuru, do you have any idea where this supposed Delsgade dungeon is? Because as far as I remember, we didn't have one."
Rimuru chuckled and replied, "Well, you're right, we never had a dungeon. No, more specifically, we never considered that place as a dungeon."
Anos thought for a little while, then suddenly remembered a place that would certainly be called a dungeon, but, "Don't tell me those guys thought my Treasure Hall was a dungeon?" said Anos with a bit of displeasure. This place was a bit precious to him, and him storing his treasures there was not the only reason.
"Yeah, that's the one. The rumors say that the Demon King of Tyranny created it for his elites. They even say that you put a reward for the one who is most worthy. Well, putting those rumors aside, what happened in reality was that the maze we created began to house some monsters who, after a few generations, completely made it their home. And after another century or so, one of the professors found this place suitable for the students, so here we are: the Delsgade dungeon," Rimuru said dramatically.
"Sigh, I just hope they wouldn't destroy or loot the treasury," Anos said, rubbing the bridge of his nose.
Rimuru deadpanned at him. "No, they didn't. In fact, I would be surprised if they could find it."
"Hmm, well, whatever. Let's go home for now. I miss my mother's cooking," said Anos, to which Rimuru nodded.
Since both Misha and Sasha had already left for their homes, both of them then teleported back home immediately.
The next morning, groups of students were gathered near a very small castle. But unlike the other castles where one could expect wealth and style, this castle looked like a shrine with its simple design. But ignoring the castle, a bunch of students were gathered around two sisters.
"Sasha-sama, would you please tell that misfit to let us join his group?" asked a member of Sasha's former team.
"I already told you, I have no way to make him agree to something he already refused. And if you really want to join, just ask him again," explained Sasha.
"But we don't want to talk with that misfit. And Sasha-sama, why do you even listen to him anyway? You are of noble birth. Why should you and the reincarnation of the Advisor listen to a half-blood's orders?" questioned another.
"Heh, are you telling me what to do?" asked Sasha dangerously as her Demonic Eyes of Ruin activated.
All the students stiffened. They were not like Anos or Rimuru, who could negate the effects of Sasha's eyes. Hell, them being able to do that was already an anomaly.
"You know the one you guys are badmouthing is the person who upgraded Fusion Magic and earned the recognition of my family's ancestor. He also defeated us in a fair fight, and we as nobles must uphold our part of the agreement. So think your next words carefully."
"Fine, let's go, everyone," said another as he and his party left the Necron sisters alone.
Looking at their departing backs, Sasha sighed deeply but was taken aback by a voice that was strangely close to her.
"You actually seemed like my subordinate there. Such a thrilling rejection," said Anos with his usual cocky smirk.
To his side, Rimuru sighed and said, "Sigh, ignore his dark humor. He is already a lost cause; trust me, I've tried."
Sasha and Misha nodded, not sure how to take that information.
Looking at their uncomfortable faces, Rimuru elbowed Anos to give Misha her badge.
Anos, getting the signal, took the badge from his pocket and presented it to Misha. "Hey Misha, you dropped your badge yesterday in class."
Misha took the badge with a little smile and said, "Thank you."
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