Nfirea: we'll be at Carne village soon.
The group continued their walk to the village at dawn break Ainz stayed next to you and Narberal as you explained to them that you had mentioned Narberal was supposedly your sister a detour of the edgy backstory he gave you Narberal while flustered enjoyed the idea that no one would mess with her with a menacing sibling at her side you spot Ninya looking back at you three
Lukrut: ah yes! it seems pretty wide here, so maybe we don't have to stay in line as we move.
Lukrut's attempt at breaking the silence failed not because no one wanted to talk, but because as guards you shouldn't lower your guard even if the scene was clear
Peter: it's important to stay alert, so lets...hm lets go to the village first.
Dyne: indeed! we need to stay on guard at all times least we get attacked!
Ninya: mumbles" maybe a dragon might attack us from far away.
Lukrut: what kind of shitty adventure would that be? logically speaking, how could such a thing happen, Ninya?
Ninya: you're right, it's impossible the stories near E-Rantel are nothing more that stories although I remember a story that the thirteen heroes would speak off regarding a black dragon whose scales shone purple in the light, it was so powerful that when it breathed it's fire it would get so hot it shot out in a beam the impact caused explosions, and was able to summon the souls of the cursed to fight in it's stead a true dragon god worshipped by it's kin "Ainz was interested in the story of the dragon, but couldn't help feel that the dragon sounded so familiar looking back to you walking next to Narberal" I think there's a colony of frost dragons living along the Azellisia mountain range towards the north.
Back in Yggdrasil dragons were one of the most powerful bosses you could fight boasting high stats and unlimited amount of skills and spells named dragons were the most powerful of them all the devs were infatuated with dragons easily pointed from the amount of items related to dragons as far as locking the race behind NPCs only it was truly a miracle they let you achieve dragon through the Ouroboros
Ainz: could someone tell me the name of that dragon which could breathe an explosive beam of fire?
Ninya's head perks up at Ainz's questioning smiling that Ainz was finally speaking with them
Ninya: I'm sorry I think it was Midir, but I'll look it up for you when we get back to the city!
Ainz: hm, "if it was you then the dragon would've been called Gier, so it worried him a bit a dragon more powerful than you existed" Ninya could you help me find out if time permits?
Ninya: Understood Momon.
You smile under your scarf glad that Ainz could reprimand your relations with the SOD
Nfirea: all right, we're almost at Carne Village now...
His cheerfulness is silenced when the village comes into view you raise your eyebrow walking to the front nothing out of the ordinary the hamlet was still there with smoke coming out of the chimneys
(Y/n): what's wrong Nfirea is something the matter?
Nfirea: ah no it's fine just... I don't recall seeing a sturdy fence like the one in front of us...
(Y/n): it looks like an ordinary fence it wouldn't be a surprise that a village we are escorting you to would have a sturdy fence to protect against monsters.
Nfirea: how strange, did something happen?
Ninya: maybe I'm worrying too much, but I grew up in a village I still remember life there so there's two things I find suspicious the first is that the fields haven't been tilled yet even at this time and the other is that they've already harvested some of the wheat.
Nfirea: I see looks like perhaps something happened?
Ainz: gentlemen, let us handle this Nabe go invisible and scout the village with flying magic join her too (Y/n).
Nodding at his command Narberal turned invisible and dirt picked up from where you sprinted from once you were far enough you began increasing in speed the world moving slow around you looking around the village finding the village people doing whatever medieval villages do returning back to the group
Narberal: the villagers seem to be moving normally around the village, and I did not sense that they were being controlled or ordered.
(Y/n): the villagers are working on the fields on the other side of the village.
Peter: it should be fine then let's move on... shall we?
The group moved down the path the wheat had overgrown onto the path while not dangerous it proved hard to walk in without tripping in the tall wheat you walked behind the wagon you didn't want any grain to stick to your clothing you turn to the wheat field hearing footsteps grabbing at your sword
???: could you put down your weapons, please?
???: yo! please put down your weapons could you tell the people behind you to do so too? we don't want to have to shoot them with arrows.
Peter: could you spare our lives?
???: sure we could, if you surrender that is.
You look around seeing movement in the fields getting closer to the wagon you give a growl bordering on animalistic you were about to cut through the wheat when Ainz places his hand on your shoulder calming you down you realize that these goblins are the ones summoned by the horns you gave that girl standing up from your stance
???: we hope you don't make any sudden moves chap in the full plate we don't want to start a fight.
Ainz: relax if you don't attack, neither will we.
???: thanks for that these guys are strong, but they aren't scary you however are a different matter and so are your buddies beside you when I think about the three of you as enemies, my hairs stand on end.
Ainz doesn't respond shrugging his shoulders
???: then please wait here for a bit before Mistress arrives.
Nfirea: who's this Mistress you're talking about did she take over Carne village!?
Ninya: Nfirea, calm down a little it should be pretty obvious who has the advantage here in addition there's a few more oddities about the village based on Nabe's and Huntsman's words.
You chuckle a bit Nfirea had every right to be angry if you recall that special lady he loves resides in that village, you only hope it wasn't somebody that they had to bury
???: Mistress's village was recently attacked by people dressed up as Imperial knights, we're just staying on guard.
Nfirea: the village was attacked! is she all right! "to ease his worries that girl you saved appears escorted by more goblins" Enri!
Enri: Nfirea!
(Y/n): 'oh shit...'
Back in the tomb Sif trained in the amphitheater with the twins branding her rapier against Aura swinging her whip at her rolling away from her lashes dashing to attack Mare providing defensive support for what Aura lacked
Aura: your lucky I can't tame you, Sif.
Sif: even if you could my master is Lord Gier.
They're playful banter continued until they decided to take a break sitting on the amphitheater seats eating a meal provided by Sous-chef
Aura: how is it like being treated like a princess?
Sif: treated like a princess?
Mare: your Lord Gier's daughter, he's command the Tomb's legions your like a princess.
Sif was one of the few members of the tomb besides his sister that he wouldn't struggle to speak of because of his nervousness
Sif: I never have realized it now that you mention it Sous-chef always makes me special meals three times a day, Lupusregina playing with me when I have spare time, and whenever I ask for training by Cocytus he always obliges there's also Albedo and Shalltear who always try to act like a mother to me Albedo with her very motherly strict ways with Shalltear being the opposite acting more like a young mother still filled with energy to have fun...I'm not even my father's biological daughter.
Aura: don't make it sound bad at least you have your father, you have no idea what me and Mare would give to meet Bukubukuchagama.
Mare: not everything, we're still loyal to Lord Ainz and Gier.
Aura: of course! Lord Gier created you take pride in it you get to explore this world with him and experience new things together even when your apart it's so he can protect you not because he doesn't think your ready, but because he cherishes you.
She smiles down at her meal at Aura's words looking at the rapier gifted by you to her
Sif: I always though of myself as a failsafe for my father, but I understand what you mean I'm fortunate to have my creator in this new world with us.
Aura: see! were the youngest members of the Tomb we have to stick together if you ever feel sad come to us! and when we feel the same you better be there for us too.
Aura brings the two into a hug much to the two's dismay trying to push themselves away
Sif: it's difficult seeing you sad Aura.
Mare: isn't Sif is older than us Aura.
Aura: well, what's the age difference between an elf and lycanthrope?
Sif: I'm ten months old?
Aura: we're both seventy-six years old.
...
Sif: well maybe Demiurge knows, he knows everything.
Aura: maybe you should ask him?
Sif: you know what "she stands up holstering her rapier hand on her hips" I will.
Aura: well I'll go see what Lord Ainz and Gier are up to.
Mare: but sis we can-
She snaps her fingers thanks to the ring Ainz gifted her she teleports in front of Demiurge who is just leaving your room
Demiurge: ah, Sif how may I help?
Sif: I wanted to ask if you knew what the age difference between an elf and lycanthrope?
Demiurge: hm, it insults me that I can't fathom an answer unfortunately I do not know Sif.
Sif: oh, still I thank you Demiurge.
She tries to walk past him to your room, but his tail stands in her way
Demiurge: why don't you join me and look for the answer in the Tomb's library.
Sif: really, reading?!
Demiurge: I have you know young lady knowledge prevails all.
Sif: fine, only if you tell me about your experiments.
He pushes his lenless glasses up with a smirk
Demiurge: spreading knowledge to Lord Gier's daughter would be an honor.
He offers his hand Sif taking it leading them to the library away from your room, but Sif's nose wiggles picking up a floral scent
Sif: why does my father's room smell like Albedo?
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You looked over the villagers aiming their shoddy short bows at straw targets being trained by the goblins your RTS side of gaming coming into play as you studied them amused at the progress that has happened in the village you remembered ten days ago when you first arrived in the village all too weak to defend their loved one as they were slaughtered returning to Ainz and Narberal atop the hill
Ainz: is there something that amuses you, Huntsman?
(Y/n): I merely amazed at the progress these villagers have accomplished.
Narberal: are they really that good?
(Y/n): while it is not something to easily get excited over it amuses me to see future prospects to bear fruit, compared to when we first arrived as they coward away from the impostors now ready to at least give a struggle should it happen again.
Narberal: my deepest apologies I had not thought this far.
(Y/n): don't worry much about it Nabe their skills are little of desire.
You stood next to them overseeing the village listening to Ainz's mumbling most likely regarding the new world you two and the guild reside in when you three spot Nfirea running towards you all in such a frantic manner his eyes were finally visible
Ainz: why the rush? did an emergency crop up again?
He stops in front of you panting with his hands on his knees awaiting for him to speak
Nfirea: Momon...Huntsman, are you Ainz Ooal Gown and Gier?
Your eyes dart between him and Ainz it was a simple enough motion to confirm his admission
Nfirea: so it was you, thank you for saving this village as well as saving Enri.
Ainz: no...we...
Nfirea: yes I understand why you might want to go by different names, but I still have to thank you for saving this village...for saving Enri the girl girl whom I like.
You smile under your mask feeling nostalgia at his deep bow, to be young again and to fall in love again with your wife...your smile quickly disappears altering your voice to it's original pitch
(Y/n): that's enough raise your head.
He stands normally hearing your real voice as it sticks to the air in an echo
Ainz: yes, I can see when I'm defeated.
Nfirea: yes, Ainz Ooal Gown the truth is I've been hiding something from you.
AInz: come with me, Huntsman Nabe stay here and wait for instructions.
You two nod as he leads Nfirea into the forest once the their out of sight Narberal deeply bows apologizing
Narberal: I apologize Lor-
(Y/n): huntsman, I've already forgiven you Nabe it is Ainz who needs to hear your apology.
Narberal: of course, huntsman.
(Y/n): how has Lukrut been treating you?
Narberal: ever since you've declared me as your sister in this disguise of ours he has toned on his feeble attempts.
(Y/n): good, what's mine stays mine.
She blushes at your comment looking down at her she looks away smirking never knowing doppelgangers could blush making you chuckle
(Y/n): go to Ainz, I'll check more of the village see how valuable will they do as a protectorate.
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Once everyone had regrouped Nfirea lead everyone into the forest Ainz had told you of Nfirea's plan to learn how to recreate your potions through this job offer remarking on how he told him he wouldn't prefer your version of the guild's potion and more of the streamlined ones nonetheless you still had a job to do as Nfirea reminded everyone of the job as well as the Wise King of the Forest
Nfirea: although it's hardly something that I need to warn you gentlemen about, I hope everyone will remain on guard.
Peter: well with you around we should be fine, Momon.
Ainz: if that monster called the Wise King of the Forest appears let us hold it back, you should escape first "they stare in awe at him due to his confidence you merely rolled your eyes knowing how he really is when he's praised more surprised that he hasn't started blabbering nonsense" if there's a need to run could you please leave without delay if the Wise King of the Forest is strong I'll need to face it with my full power and I don't want to get everyone caught up in it.
Peter: understood if that happens we'll protect Nfirea and flee the forest, but don't push yourself too hard either, Momon.
Ainz: thank you, I'll escape when it get's dangerous.
Nfirea: then...Momon could you not kill the Wise King of the Forest, but instead chase it away?
Ainz: why is that?
Nfirea: Carne Village has not been attacked by monsters because the Wise King of the Forest's territory is nearby if you defeat the Wise King of the Forest...
Ainz: I see...
Lukrut: that might be a bit much Momon is strong, but his opponent is a legendary monster wouldn't he be in trouble if he couldn't defend himself with his full strength? How would he have the luxury of-
Ainz: I understand.
Lukrut: wha-!
Ainz: it might be difficult, but I'll try to go easy on it and merely chase it away.
You retrieve your sword from it's sheathe Narberal nodding behind Ainz the Sod staying silent in your group's overconfidence
Lukrut: even if your opponent is... a legendary monster that's lived for centuries.
Dyne: is this the sort of attitude that only the strong have.
Ninya: judging by Momon's personality, he probably isn't exaggerating or bluffing.
Compared to the SoD Nfirea had a mental image of yours and Ainz's strength even if you did kill the beast simply replacing it will do, he reminds everyone of why they're in the forest
Nfirea: all right! Now, let's move on the herbs I'm looking for this time look like this if anyone finds them let me know.
He opened a book revealing the herb something called ngenac grass or something by Dyne's remarks as a druid while you never dabbled in potion making a lot of your levels wasted on classes and stats for your glass cannon build still the way Nfirea talked of his family's apothecary it seemed completely different compared to Yggdrasil's mechanics you and Ainz standing on the sidelined confused with their conversation
Nfirea: then, let's begin the herb collection-
Momon: I have a suggestion actually.
Peter: please, tell us Momon.
Momon: since Nabe can cast something like the [Alarm] spell we used when pitching camp, could we temporarily split off when we reach the destination?
They were hesitant at first the idea of their muscle leaving them in a dangerous part of the forest
Nfirea: that's fine however please don't go for too long.
Ainz: of course, in order to avoid getting lost I'll tie a rope to myself tug on it if there's anything.
Lukrut: then, could I go too? I need to watch carefully in case you and Nabe do something weird in the bushes.
Narberal: die, inferior lifeform is lust the only thing left in your head?
(Y/n): have I need to remind you, must I castrate you then would you be satisfied?
Ainz: that's enough Nabe Huntsman, Lukrut there's no need to go that far although I'd like to ask Ninya if there's a spell which can tell you where members of your group are when you're scattered in the forest it would be convenient if such a magic existed.
Ninya: I've never heard of such a spell. It would be very handy if it existed.
Nfirea: then, Momon, Huntsman, and Nabe will leave us for a while, and we'll pick the herbs after they return.
Once everyone agreed you all ventured in your own directions the forest was eerie at first, but as you walked further in you couldn't help feel joy looking up at the canopy of trees your dragon enhanced hearing picked up the noise of scurrying smiling it also seemed that Ainz noticed the presence that not even the ranger Lukrut could with his five senses finally you all reach a clearing
Nfirea: we've arrived at our destination we'll spread out from here and pick herbs.
Ainz: then we'll move as planned earlier.
Nfirea nodded in affirmation tying a rope around a tree you hand it to Ainz grabbing it you three begin walking deeper into the forest you grab a nearby growing flower smelling the sweet nectar of it's pollen something you have never done since the destruction of the biodomes in Europe
(Y/n): Blue-planet would've loved this...
Ainz: yes, he would...
You two reminisce in the nature lover's antics as he designed the 6th floor when the rope almost ran out looking back seeing the trees and vegetation blocked your view of the other half of the group giving you three some breathing room even if they would come your fourth member would deal with it
Ainz: here should be fine.
(Y/n): yeah, there's no way their hearing us this far.
Ainz: then let us discuss how to improve my reputation here.
Narberal: may I ask how you plan to do that? does it involve finding a lot of the herbs they want?
He nods his head no
Ainz: I plan to fight the Wise King of the Forest "Narberal was confused on his plan explaining it to her" my aim is to impress my might upon them in an easily understandable way.
Narberal: was the battle with the ogres not enough to convince them of your power?
(Y/n): while you're not wrong to say that Narberal, but goblins and ogres are not enough when they discuss Ainz's accomplishments back in town there's a difference between saying he slew an ogre in one blow and saying he defeated the Wise King of the Forest, one of them will be viewed as a grand show of might that will spread much faster and further than the other.
Narberal: I see! as I thought your plans take everything into consideration, my Lords! still how will we find that Wise King of the Forest?
Ainz: I have already planned that.
A fourth voice joins your conversation before she can respond
???: yup, that's why I'm here
She almost shoots a spell at the dark elf stopping when she spots who it is
Narberal: Lady Aura, please don't scare me like that.
Aura: sorry.
The dark elf walks out from behind the tree with a smile on her face rubbing the back of her head
Narberal: may I ask when you arrived?
Aura: Hm? I've been following behind you and our Lords ever since you entered the forest.
It was no blow that a ranger of Aura's level was capable of tracking you three in the forest compared to Lukrut their abilities as rangers was to grand a difference to note
Aura: so my job here is to find the monster called the Wise King of the Forest then urge it to attack Lord Ainz.
Ainz: that's right according to our previous intelligence the Wise King of the Forest is a four legged beast with silver fur and a snake like tail, does that remind you of anything?
Aura: ff that's the case do you want me to tame it directly?
(Y/n): that is also an alternative, but let's not we are trying to set up Momon as a bravado type of adventurer it would cause a commotion if people were to find out he was fraud.
Ainz: by the way Aura how's the progress on that matter I asked you to handle
Aura: the order you gave me to investigate and control the interior of the forest, verify if there are any lifeforms willing to obey Nazarick, and set up a resource storehouse is going well Lord Ainz still the construction of the storehouse will take a long time to complete.
Ainz: that can't be helped after all it has only been a short while since I gave you that order.
(Y/n): even with golems and undead you've given her Ainz it would still take some time to complete all the construction, so take as much time as possible to make it perfect wouldn't want to fall short on defenses in case it's attacked.
Aura: yes! thank you Lord Gier!
Ainz: very well then, Aura I'll leave the matter of the Wise King of the Forest to you.
Aura: yes!
(Y/n): Aura, before you go how fares Sif?
Aura: she's doing well Lord Gier before I arrived in the forest we were sparring on the 6th floor amphitheater she later left to talk with Demiurge.
(Y/n): thank you Aura.
She bids farewell running into the forest to influence the Wise King of the Forest to attack the main group
Ainz: well then, let's return to the others.
(Y/n): come along Narberal.
Narberal: yes, my lords.
You reached the clearing with the others a small bundle of herbs collected already when Lukrut's ears twitch
Lukrut: something's coming.
You three already knowing what it was still brand your weapons holding tight on the hilts
Nfirea: is it the Wise King of the Forest?
Lukrut: this is bad "for once Lukrut spoke seriously" something massive is coming I don't know why it's moving in a serpentine pattern, but from the sound of trampled grass it should be here soon however can't be sure if it's the Wise King of the Forest.
Peter: let's fall back it doesn't matter if it's the Wise King of the Forest or not staying here is very dangerous even if it's not the Wise King of the Forest we've entered its territory, so the chances of it giving chase are very high "he looks to Ainz" Momon, can we trouble you to be the rear guard?
Ainz: no problem leave it to me we'll take care of the rest.
Nfirea: Momon, please don't over do it.
They quickly left as their figure shrinked in the distance once sight of them was gone you two got to worrying about the Wise King
Ainz: damn, they might think it's not the Wise King of the Forest and even if I bring it back to Nazarick, I need some proof of having beaten it...should I cut off one of its legs?
(Y/n): if were cutting legs "you grab your straight sword locking it to the scabbard transforming it into it's great sword form" which one would you prefer...if it even has legs to begin with...
Narberal: my Lords.
She stares deep into the forest following her gaze you two spot the massive shape of what you infer is the Wise King you think you spot a shine of silver on it's body
Ainz: has our guest arrived?
Ainz stepped forward boasting the highest defense of you three it was safe regarding the creatures strength once he stopped a serpentine tail strikes out of the shadows crossing his great sword blocking the attack pushing him back a little moving around him it aims for Narberal dashing you grab her by her waist pulling her close blocking the attack as it retreats into the shadows
???: how spectacular to think thou could endure the blow of this one perhaps this is the first time this one hath encountered a foe possessed of such prowess "you furrow your eyebrows confused on it's linguistic" then, oh trespasser upon mine demesne shouldst thou decide to quit the field this one shall not pursue thee in honor of thine magnificent defense...what say thee?
Ainz: what a foolish question of course I plan to defeat you for my own gain...speaking of which, are you so insecure about your appearance that you have to hide in the shadows or are you shy by nature?
???; what a wild tongue thou hast oh trespasser! now behold this one's mighty form! Stare with eyes wide and tongue tied, and tremble in dread and awe!
The creature walked out of the shadows revealing it's silver fur with glyphs and symbols adjourned it's body curling it's scaly tail around it's long fat body...it was a hamster with a snake tail, you tried your best to hide your laughter
Ainz: what is this? I have a question, what is the name of your species?
???: this one is known in thy tongue as the Wise King of the Forest, apart from that this one holds no other titles.
Ainz: your species... might they be called Djungarian Hamsters?
The hamster lowered it's guard in curiosity of the mention of it's supposed species asking Ainz multiple questions regarding where it had learnt of it's kind when he mentioned done of your fellow guildmates you recalled the species and how sad it was when they didn't log in for a week after their pet had died he slightly angered it when he questioned it's motive for seeking more of it's kind nevertheless Ainz still had to duel it even as embarrassing as it looked
Ainz: Huntsman, take Nabe and fall back.
(Y/n): say the word and I'll end it in a sec.
You hold her tighter sprinting a good distance away to let him duel the creature this was the only way of him proving his worth without you ending the fight in seconds, the two began their fight as it charged him managing to counter it the Wise King blocking the swing with it's claws retorting to using it's own spells Ainz being undead and resistant to lower tier magic easily resisted the spells he would use it to his advantage after failing to use a blindness spell he interrupts its attack striking at it's forearm surprisingly it's skin was left unmarked from the sideline you watched the fight a look of disgust on your face while Ainz used [Perfect Warrior] he was still sloppy relying on heavy swings in your arms Narberal blushed at the close proximity you two where pressed against your chest
The Wise King swung once again blocking the attack and countering with his own swing he recalled his guildmates that were branded as the strongest in the terms of warrior there was Touch Me wielding a sword and shield regarded as one of the strongest in Yggdrasil, you being second to him with your main armor and weapon wherever they may be you beared the highest attack power in the guild, Nishikienrai who similar in build to you was second in highest attack power with his twin kodachis, and Warrior Takemikazuchi with his drive to be able to defeat both you and Touch Me creating variants of weapons to achieve that goal he then recalled the kingdom's warrior captain Gazef Stronoff while minuscule compared to the ones mentioned before he was still regarded as a worthy emissary
They still continued trading attacks until he breaks through the Wise King's defense you lick your lips as the sent of blood begins seeping into the air patch of blood staining the Wise King's fur jumping back Ainz take it as a sign of retreat failing to realize it curl up using it's body's momentum to swing it's tail in an overhead swing he blocks it, but provides a way for the tail to ricochet off the fuller before he can block again it impacts his shoulder guard pushing him back a step
???: now, we are one for one "you could imagine the illusionary twitch of his eyebrows of the smugness this hamster was radiating at the prospect of touching him" that armor, tis truly amazing nay thy strength and swordplay are both breathtaking to behold thou art truly a superlative warrior art thou a man of fame in human society?
Ainz: do I look like a warrior to you?
???: why dost thou ask? what wouldst thou resemble save a warrior? mayhaps thou might be better addressed as a knight?
Ainz: the Wise King of the Forest...well, you've been misnamed or rather everything started going wrong once I discovered you were a giant hamster.
This angers the, literal hamster with a snake tail Ainz in truth had all rights of being disappointed he did not expect the Wise King of the Forest to be a literal hamster with a snake tail having lost the will to fight he lowers his swords much to the literal hamster with a snake tail dismay opting to point his right great sword at the literal hamster with a snake tail
Ain: that's enough...[Despair Aura V].
A blue mist exited his forearm once it hit the literal hamster with a snake tail it's hair stood on end quickly rolling with it's belly faced up
???: craven! this one yields to thee!
Ainz: in the end it was just a beast.
(Y/n): truly, a story to tell I'll gladly share with the others should we find them...Ainz Ooal Gown famous duel with a literal hamster with a snake tail.
Narberal: m-my Lord, may you please let me go.
You look down at Narberal her eyes transfixed with your chest a deep blush on her face
(Y/n): oh, does my maid not like her master holding her tightly.
Narberal: t-that is not it my Lord! I would like to also attend to Lord Ainz as well!
(Y/n): ah, you tease...fine.
You let her go as she tries to calm herself down
Aura: should we kill it?
You lean forward spotting her next to Narberal her skills in stealth have proved to has surpass you dragon heightened senses nodding with a smirk Ainz looked down at the literal hamster with a snake tail as it looked up at him tear filled eyes it's whiskers twitching with a sigh he decided
Ainz: my true name is Ainz Ooal Gown if you are willing to serve me, I will spare your life.
???: th-thank you very much! this one shall offer absolute fealty to thee for the gift of this one's life! the life of the Wise King of the Forest shall be an offering to the great warrior, Lord Ainz Ooal Gown!
With the literal hamster with a snake tail now under his domain he lead the literal hamster with a snake tail back to the main group who all shared great admiration of Ainz taming the literal hamster with a snake tail expressing it in their own ways with that both the herbs collect and the Wise king of the Forest, otherwise known as the literal hamster with a snake tail tamed, but you couldn't simply remove it from the forest as it would ruin the balance of power in the region leading to the potential destruction of Carne Village something not only the Sod and Nfirea wanted to prevent but you as well viewing them as a potential vassal
Whilst the SoD discussed how to protect the village Nfirea asked you two to speak secretly whispering as he requested to join your team hoping to learn under Ainz in order to become a great magic caster so he could protect Enr- sorry, the village as he kept stammering you two looked between each other recruitment in the guild was a very sensitive topic in that you were all very picky on who joined it was the reason why there were only 41 members compared to other guilds which is justified when most who wanted to join were for their own monetary value and espionage returning your gaze upon Nfirea who merely wanted to protect his love inter- sorry the village not join because of the name Ainz Ooal Gown carried you two burst into laughter
You two remove what covers your faces bowing to him apology must to Narberals deep breath of disdain at seeing her Lord bow to someone like him
Ainz: forgive us for our laughter that was a mistake on our part, but I would like you to understand that we were not laughing at your determination in order to join our team you must meet two criteria.
(Y/n): at the moment you have only met one of them therefore we are sorry, but we cannot let you join.
The guild had two requirements in order for you to join one you had to play as a heteromorphic race otherwise a monster you were a dragonoid and Ainz was a skeleton, secondly you had to be a functioning member of society you a law enforcer and Ainz a salaryman, and lastly the hidden requirement was the approval of a majority of the guild members you two would not be enough to represent the whole guild unfortunately
You recall when you first applied to join the guild at the behest of Peroroncino and Bukubukuchagama who told you there guild was looking for new members, at the time guild was very new still building it's seventh floor boasting probably twenty members besides those two you already knew Touch Me from contests and Yamaiko personally in the real world so with the four combined they managed to convince the others to let you join especially when Touch Me sealed the deal when he started talking about the classes you managed to achieve, it was an experience you would never forget on...Nfirea's terms though he was a very loyal kid so Ainz pitied him on it or rather abused it
Ainz: I understand how you feel and I will remember that you wished to join my team as for protecting this village I will exert all my power to aid you however I might need your help.
Nfirea: yes! please, I'm eager to help!
Ainz: is that so, then we'll discuss that matter later before that I have an interesting story to tell everyone about the taming of the Wise King of the Forest.
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With no time to spare everything was loaded into the wagon and quickly left back for the fortress city their journey of two days and three nights coming to an end
(Y/n): hgm hgm...you look ridiculous.
Ainz: I know...
While it was a personal opinion it was one Ainz shared as he rode the literal hamster with a snake tail the way he rode it was a piece of art having to stick his ass out with his legs wide due to the size difference of the literal hamster with a snake tail you were so glad Narberal and the others joined you when you pester him to ride it, though the city folk though otherwise looking in awe and pride of him riding the literal hamster with a snake tail
Peter: since we're back in town it seems the assignment is over.
Nfirea: indeed, you're right the request is at an end then while I've already prepared the arranged remuneration I still have to pay the bonus we negotiated in the forest could you come to my family's store with me?
Thanks to the taming of the Wise King of the Forest it had allowed you all to explore further within the forest finding lots of valuable herbs Nfirea offering to pay a bonus for all that you could collect
Nfirea: Momon, you should go to the Adventurer's Guild first!
Momon: hm, indeed since I brought a monster into a city I need to register the Wise King of the Forest with the Guild.
Peter: it's troublesome, but it can't be helped.
Lukrut: well we wiped out those ogres and other monsters too so how about it want to all go to the Guild together?
Peter: no, I think not Momon basically did all the heavy lifting for this job, so we should go to Nfirea's house first to help with the chores and unload the herbs otherwise I wouldn't be able to accept getting the same fees as Momon.
Nfirea: there's no need to trouble everyone...
Peter: well you did agree to pay us a bonus, so consider this a free service on our part.
Nfirea: then when you come to our store for potions we'll give you a discount.
Peter: nothing would please us more then Momon, please head to the Guild first and meet us at Nfirea's home afterwards we'll proceed directly to Nfirea's home, take care of the chores, and then go to the Guild to take care of paperwork unfortunately we'll have to trouble you to come again tomorrow because we can only claim the bounty on the Ogres then... we'll meet at the same time as the last time we met you.
Ainz: understood then we'll let you take care of business.
The two groups nod to each other going on their separate ways the SoD accompanying Nfirea to his home and yours to the guild to register the literal hamster with a snake tail as apart of your party for future guild jobs