Taking a Break in Another World

Prologue

Spoiler ahead (I think): please read at your own risk also this will be an AU.

The sun slowly dipped below the horizon, painting the sky in brilliant shades of crimson and gold. Another day had come to an end.

Rimuru rose from his chair and walked toward the floor-to-ceiling window overlooking the bustling capital. Countless lights illuminated the city beneath him a city that had prospered far beyond what he had once imagined.

A lot had changed over the years.

Not just Tempest.

Not just the world.

Even he had changed.

The once youthful-looking Demon Lord now stood over seven feet tall. His body had become lean and muscular, broad-shouldered yet elegant, possessing an almost unnatural beauty that effortlessly drew the attention of anyone who saw him. His long bluish-silver hair rested neatly behind his back while his golden eyes carried the weight of countless centuries.

Without another glance at his office, Rimuru exited the building.

A black limousine was already waiting at the entrance.

As always, Diablo stood beside it.

Opening the rear door with impeccable elegance, the primordial demon bowed.

"Your carriage is ready, Rimuru-sama."

"To the Tempest Estate."

"At once."

The limousine quietly departed the capital.

(Tempest Estate is Rimuru second house and not built like traditional japanese house)

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Located far from the crowded city, the Tempest Estate served as Rimuru's personal residence whenever he wished to escape politics and paperwork. Unlike the official palace, this place was peaceful, surrounded by forests, lakes, and beautifully maintained gardens.

Upon arriving, Rimuru immediately changed into casual clothing a simple black shirt and loose trousers.

Much better...

He could finally breathe.

Soon after, he entered the grand dining hall.

Rows of maids and butlers greeted him with synchronized bows.

"Welcome home, Rimuru-sama."

Dinner had already been prepared.

Every dish before him had been personally planned by Shuna, ensuring they perfectly suited his tastes. Freshly baked bread, grilled meat, seafood, vegetables harvested from Tempest's finest farms, and a warm bowl of soup filled the long table with comforting aromas.

The estate itself operated like a small kingdom.

The maids and butlers were under Diablo's command.

The kitchen staff answered directly to Shuna.

Meanwhile, the estate's security and elite guards were led by Feldway, ensuring not even the smallest threat could approach unnoticed.

The dinner passed peacefully.

After thanking everyone for the meal, Rimuru stepped outside onto the spacious terrace.

The cool evening breeze brushed against his face.

Taking a cigarette from his pocket, he lit it with a lighter before taking a slow drag.

"..."

Silence.