Great time travel

Chapter 567, Self-inflicted can't live

Chapter 57

Seeing that Ainz finally took off his mask reluctantly under the oppression of the king's order, Baron Alziru, who thought he had won a small victory, couldn't help but smile smugly.However, he still hasn't forgotten what his duty is.

"...Then, now let's convey His Majesty's will." Baron Alziru said this, and at the same time pulled out a roll of parchment from his arms, and after confirming the wax seal with the royal family's coat of arms on it, he handed it respectfully with both hands to Ainz.

In contrast, Ainz also stretched out his hand, wanting to take the parchment. In his opinion, this was a matter of course.

But in the eyes of Baron Alzirou, such behavior is simply outrageous.

"……what are you doing?!"

Baron Alziru hurriedly put the parchment back, and asked Ainz in surprise what he meant.

——He didn't intend to hand over the parchment to Ainz just now, but just showed Ainz the royal family's coat of arms printed on the wax seal.

Because a long time ago, there were bold thieves in various countries who forged edicts and bluffed everywhere.Therefore, before the envoys read out the edict, they would ask the person receiving the edict to look at the wax seal with the royal family's coat of arms on the parchment scroll to show the authenticity of the edict.

Even the lowest-ranking maids and guards in the court know about such things, but why does this guy in front of him seem to know nothing?

Therefore, even the warrior commander Gazef who was standing next to him looked at Ainz with an embarrassing look on his face, not knowing what to say.

"...What's wrong?" Ainz's voice contained confusion and displeasure, obviously he really didn't know the rules.

As a result, Baron Alziru's mood became even worse—during this short contact, he thought he had fully understood Ainz.ur.The essence of Gong's character: vulgar speech, rude behavior, ignorance of all kinds of customary etiquette, even worse than ordinary people.

In other words, Baron Alziru was to Ainz.ur.Gong's evaluation has fallen to the same level as that of a vulgar savage—the kind of dirty savage who eats with his hands instead of knives and forks.

However, it was such a lowly and vulgar person who wore gorgeous clothes that he could not afford even if he broke his fortune... This fact filled Baron Alziru's heart with resentment and jealousy.And the way he looked at Ainz was as if he saw some lowly creature.

"...Okay! Now let's convey His Majesty's will."

Baron Alziru stood back to his original position, announcing to Ainz in a voice that was harder than before. At the same time, he tore off the wax seal and opened the parchment.

Ainz was about to listen, but the other party spoke in an exceptionally cold voice, as if a policeman was scolding a criminal.

"...Then why don't you kneel down?"

In an instant, Ainz felt his mind explode with a "buzz"!You want to kneel down by yourself? !Does this old man know who he is talking to?Well, well, this old man really doesn't seem to know anything...

"...Didn't you hear me? I condescend to come to such a rural place to convey His Majesty's will, and you should also show the corresponding etiquette!"

Seeing that Ainz froze and didn't respond, Baron Alziru let out another angry roar.

This made Ainz feel as if a black flame was ignited in his heart, but he still chose to endure again after all.

For a Japanese who is used to kneeling on tatami mats, kneeling is not a heavy shame.

Then, Ainz knelt down on his knees and sat upright just like before the time travel.This made Baron Alziru couldn't help but sneer full of superiority in his heart again: the correct etiquette is to kneel on one knee, what does it matter for this ignorant idiot to kneel down on both legs?

Alas, although I already know that the other party has no education, but this is the first time I have seen someone who can be ignorant to this level.

Baron Alzirou thought so, and at the same time opened the parchment, and read out the content written by the king himself.To be honest, the article was quite complicated and awkward, with many inexplicable allusions, and the tone of the announcer was also very strange. In the end, I didn't understand what the above said at all.

So, after finally receiving the parchment, Ainz had no choice but to ask again: Thank you for reading, but what exactly does this edict say?

Thus, Baron Alziru finally couldn't help laughing out loud, but in the end he managed to explain: In simple terms, Ainz was canonized as a court baron, and he was ordered to report to the capital within a month, and then divided into two. Sent to a certain earl's men to charge the battle!

"...What? You want me to work in the royal capital? So what should I do in Kaen Village, um, Kaen Town?"

Although it is true that he lacks some basic social understanding of this world, as well as common sense of communication in the aristocratic circle, Ainz has worked as an office worker after all, and he has been fascinated by all kinds of intrigues in office politics. Fool.

So he was very confused, the ruling class of this kingdom was already in turmoil, how could they dare to despise a strong man like himself so much?

He really thought that with just a piece of imperial edict and an empty title, he could make himself a cow and a horse for them?

But Baron Alziru really regarded Ainz as an idiot: this guy doesn't even understand basic etiquette, obviously he has no education, no knowledge, no noble blood, no brains, he is just a powerful barbarian , is not qualified to be treated with caution.

"...Of course it is to seal up the warehouse, clean up the account books, and wait for someone from the capital to take over! This land is the property of the kingdom, don't you still treat it as your own territory? Steal the property of His Majesty the king without authorization, but The death penalty of treason!"

Baron Alziru announced with a face of reason, while Warrior Captain Gazef made a look of helplessness to Ainz.

As a result, the anger in Ainz's heart suddenly ignited!But looking at the surrounding situation, after all, he didn't explode immediately, but planned to forcefully deal with it first.He put on the mask again, and at the same time made a gesture to let Sebas, the dragon steward who was guarding the door, come in.

"...I have already understood the king's will. Please let your envoy follow me to the humble house to rest. I have already prepared a little wine for hospitality."

"...It should have happened long ago!" said Baron Alzirou arrogantly. "...Will you go with me in the carriage?"

"...carriage? No, that's too slow. I have more convenient means of transportation here."

Ainz replied, and at the same time asked Sebas to move a huge mirror in from outside the door.This mirror is about the height of an ordinary person, and the outer frame is carved with fine patterns, but the reflected scenery cannot be seen on the mirror surface, only a colorful iridescent film shining with golden light.

"...This! What is this... What is this?"

Ainz felt the anger slowly burning in his heart subside a little at the surprised Baron Alziru.

"...It's a magic tool! It's used for space transfer. Opposite the mirror is my residence! Please come in here." Ainz said this, and at the same time he led the way into the mirror, while Baron Alziru and Gazef The warrior commander hesitated for a moment, but followed closely behind.

In the next moment, they found themselves in an extremely magnificent and wonderful place.

Well, this is a very spacious corridor with no windows on both sides, but it is decorated with all kinds of tapestries and flags. The floor under the feet is carefully polished marble, and there is a colorful velvet carpet in the middle.Even the ceilings are painted with exquisite patterns and colorful murals.Then, on both sides of the corridor, there were dozens of amazingly beautiful maids standing there, bowing together to greet the guests: "...Welcome!"

Baron Alzirou was stunned for a moment, standing here with his mouth open.Even in the royal palace, it is difficult to see such a luxurious place.

The tall and magnificent corridors and the beauties lined up side by side are as brilliant as a dream, just like walking into a fantasy world.

He and Warrior Gazef walked through this luxurious corridor almost in a daze, and then entered an even more luxurious hall.

——The magic crystal chandelier on the ceiling is shining brightly, the floor paved with pure white jade is not a trace of dust, the long dining table is covered with luxurious tablecloths embroidered with gold and silver thread, and beautiful fake flowers made of colored silk are placed.Each seat is carved and polished like a work of art, and other furniture is also decorated with style. There are several exquisite oil paintings hanging on the wall. The themes inside are flowers and landscapes, as well as fairies. half naked girl.Even the corners of the fireplace are inlaid with a pair of lifelike glass birds.

Baron Alziru and Warrior Commander Gazef looked at everything in front of them almost dumbfounded, feeling that even the king's palace was nothing more than that.And the maids walking through the hall like butterflies are much more beautiful than the maids in their memory.

So, the two of them just stood there, unable to speak a word.

"...Please come here. The dishes are not ready yet, let's drink some juice first."

Ainz pointed to the dining table gracefully. At this time, the table was empty, and there was no food on it. There was only a set of teapots and cups on a silver tray. They were all top-quality white porcelain, with colorful paintings on the edges. The gorgeous pattern is really a treasure that the baron has never seen before.However, treasures like this, which should have been treasured in the cabinet, were taken out to entertain guests without hesitation, which shows the financial resources of the owner of this place.

Aware of the sense of superiority hidden in Ainz's words, Baron Alzirou felt an unknown fire blazing in his heart.If a certain prince or king had such a luxurious hall, he might feel admiration and admiration.But instead of being such a lowly and vulgar low-class barbarian, he owns a luxurious house that he can't even imagine. This really seriously stimulated the baron's self-esteem.

"...It's incredible, how did you build such a luxurious house in just a few months?"

——In the imagination of Baron Alziru, he should be in the newly built mage tower outside the town at this moment.But this is not the case. This is the most luxurious and gorgeous "Royal Suite" on the ninth floor underground of the Nazarick Tomb ten kilometers away from the town.

"...Besides, it's daylight now, why don't you open the windows here, but turn on the lights? Isn't it too wasteful?"

Baron Alzirou looked critically at this luxurious hall everywhere, and said slightly sarcastically.

"...Uh, this place is actually located underground, so the windows can't be opened. Besides, this room is not built recently, but has been completed for many years." Ainz didn't seem to hear the baron's sarcasm, but was just interested Vigorously introduced, "...this is the work that my companions and I are most proud of."

"... Then, how did you get so much property?" Baron Alzirou said in a stiff voice.

"...Of course I got it during the adventure with my companions." Ainz said frankly and proudly. This place is the guild base in the game. Naturally, he and his player friends fought monsters and upgraded together. It was his last recollection of his past life that he had saved money to collect treasures.

But in the mind of Baron Alzilu, it was another matter: Obviously, this resplendent and magnificent underground hall should be an ancient relic, which was discovered by this guy named Ainz. , and ostentatiously took it as his own.

As for the various luxury items displayed around, they were probably also dug out from the ruins, or bought with the money dug out from the ruins!

It's really unreasonable!How can a mere pariah occupy such a huge wealth!They should immediately pay tribute to these nobles who are lords!

Thinking of this, his mood became more and more unbalanced.

"...I see! But, although you have accumulated such amazing wealth, have you ever paid taxes?"

"... Huh?" Ainz couldn't help being stunned by Baron Alziru's sudden question.

"...I'm asking you! Have you ever paid your taxes properly! This is the territory of the kingdom, governed by the laws of the kingdom! Since you live here, you should pay taxes for any wealth you have! Wait! Even this house is illegally occupied by you!"

Baron Alziru spitting and cursing, "...Whether it is the above-ground town or the underground ruins, they all belong to the kingdom's property! Without the approval of the imperial court, how can you steal the things inside?! You damned thief!"

"..." Ainz seemed a little dizzy from the scolding, and remained silent for a while.

And Baron Alzilu continued to chase after the victory: "...Leaving aside what happened before, even you are just a court baron without a fief, how can you illegally occupy the territory of the kingdom and seize the property belonging to the kingdom? According to the law, this is..."

"...Wait! Wait! Your Excellency Alziru, it's almost enough!" The warrior commander Gazef, who was also a little dazed because of this inexplicable conflict, finally came to his senses at this moment, and opened his mouth to try to smooth things over. , "...as a guest, how can you treat your host like this?"

"...Guest? Are you confused? Warrior Commander! Bah! This is clearly the kingdom's property stolen by thieves, and it belongs to His Majesty the King! I am reprimanding the thieves out of my loyalty to the king!" Baron Alzilu roared, At the same time, he spat hard on the floor.

"...Warriors! As the king's favorite, don't you know how empty the national treasury is to cope with the current war against the undead, and the soldiers are also poorly paid and hungry? However, just now Under such circumstances, someone has stolen a large amount of property belonging to the state and is squandering it!" He pointed at Ainz, and sternly reprimanded him.

"...This..." Soldier Gazef was confused for a long time. Hearing such a statement, it seemed that he could take the opportunity to knock a sum of money from Ainz?In this case, the logistics supply will be more generous, and the current battle situation may not be so tight, right?

Therefore, his attitude began to waver, and his eyes on Ainz became more and more unkind.

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At the same time, Ainz's shoulders began to tremble violently, and it took him a while to straighten his body again.

"... Enough! I don't have the heart to play with you anymore!"

There is no trace of emotion in the calm voice, but it is enough to make people shudder.

"...I don't think I'm a great person, so it doesn't matter if you look down on me. Even if you insult me ​​occasionally, I can barely bear it. But! My patience has a limit! After all, do you regard me as a What's up? Scumbags!"

Listening to these unabashedly vicious words, both Baron Alziru and Warrior Commander Gazef took a deep breath.But at this moment, their mentality was quite calm, because based on Ainz's obedience to the royal decree before, it was estimated that at most he would complain.

And Baron Alziru even thought that since he was backed by the majesty of the kingship, no matter how powerful this guy who doesn't know etiquette is, he shouldn't be able to do anything.Thinking about it this way, he began to think about how to punish Ainz for his crime of rudeness.

But in the next moment, Baron Alziru realized that he was wrong.

"...Since you don't want to enjoy my hospitality, then go drink with Death! Kill this guy!"

The maids who were dragging the dining car over immediately retreated after hearing the words.And in the corridor behind them, ominous footsteps came.

Baron Alziru was stunned for a moment, and looked at Ainz in disbelief: "...Bastard! Do you know what you are talking about? I am His Majesty's emissary! Do you think His Majesty will forgive you! Get on your knees!" Apologize! Otherwise, I will let His Majesty punish you to death!"

Ainz snorted, looked at Baron Alziru, and said in a calm, really calm tone, "... so what?"

In that low tone, there was obviously a murderous intent.

"...Since you take my politeness as weakness, then pay the price for your stupidity! No one can save you!"

——The trump card that he thought he was invincible in his heart was easily broken, and Baron Alzirou's mind went blank.

And Captain Gazef finally realized that this seemed not to be an empty threat, so he hurried up to try to persuade him.

"...Please wait a moment! Your Excellency Ainz! Please don't get angry! I am really sorry, can you accept our apology? Although he said some rude words just now! But he is the king's envoy after all, please Just be patient, okay?"

"...I can't bear it! I don't want to hear anything other than screams and curses."

Ainz waved his hand, and a huge werewolf flew in from the corridor, biting Baron Alziru's head in one bite.

On the other side, Wang Qiu, the full-level cheater player who had been squatting at Ainz's feet pretending to be a pet cat, also raised his paw, and threw a [Black Hole Technique] at the still dazed Warrior Commander Gazef, making him Before I could react, it was gone.

[Kill important plot characters, Li.Gazef, the warrior commander of the Kingdom of Yestij.Stronov, get [-] bonus points. 】

Then, looking at Gazef's original location, Ainz was silent for a while before asking, "...Why did you kill him too?"

"...I have killed Zhengshi, do you still want to continue to be friends with him?" Tabby cat mage Wang Qiu replied calmly.

Ainz was silent for a while, and finally sighed faintly, "...Well, whatever, you did the right thing. But he is the first famous person I met in this world after all. How should I say it? To the first People who meet for the first time can only have the same feeling as treating insects... But after in-depth conversations, there will be nostalgia for treating small animals. Although it is clear that we cannot be friends, we still want to be friends in the end. Have another drink with him and entertain him. Forget it, since we've already done this kind of thing, let's get ready to clean up! Yuri!"

"...Yes! Master Ainz!" The Headless Horseman stood up and replied immediately.

"...Lead the other members of the envoy to the mage's tower outside the town, and say that you want to arrange for them to live there. Then it's your business." Ainz looked down at Wang Qiu, "... It’s just a few kingdoms’ miscellaneous soldiers, you guys who use cheats should be able to deal with it!”

"...No problem, we promise to kill them all without leaving any traces meow!" Wang Qiu raised the cat's paw and said it was okay.

"...The next step is to issue a notice to the residents of the town after everything is over, saying that the members of the mission were attacked by undead on the way home, and unfortunately the entire army was wiped out... Wait, if this kingdom doesn't even exist, Then there is no need to post any announcements, right?"

Ainz thought for a while, then suddenly changed his mind, and then activated [Message] magic to contact the commander of the undead army far away on the battlefield, the demon gentleman Demiurge, "... Demiurge! How is the battle situation? Can we launch an attack on the capital in a short time?"

"...Uh, it may take a few days to adjust the deployment, but generally speaking, it should be fine." Demiurge replied.

"...Very good! Demiurge, gather all your undead army outside the capital city, and then I will send you a support army from the Great Tomb of Nazarick. Next, just Launch a general attack on the royal capital! Destroy this city completely!"

Ainz made a cold decision: "...It's getting cold, let this kingdom be destroyed!"

——Although it was clear that this order would lead to a cruel scene of mountains of corpses and seas of blood, Ainz was completely indifferent.

Ever since he became the body of the Lich King, he gradually no longer felt taboo about acts like massacre.It wasn't that Ainz had become fond of violence and killing, it was just that he no longer felt that he was of the same race as humans.Killing people feels like killing insects.

In his heart, even if all the humans in a city were slaughtered, it would be like a child flooding an ant nest with water, without any sense of guilt at all.

And in the confrontation just now, the last sliver of human spirituality that Ainz had reluctantly retained in his heart was also annihilated.

So far, he finally got rid of the "residue" of human thought, and truly became an evil demon king with the heart to destroy the world...

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In the late autumn of this year, after half a year of tug-of-war, Li.The capital of the Kingdom of Yestij was finally captured by an army of undead creatures, and the old king died of panic on the eve of breaking the city.Although there are still a few princes and princesses who escaped in chaos, the end of the country's destiny is inevitable.

All of a sudden, the nations were shaken and the whole world was shaken.

However, the impact and fluctuations caused by all these have nothing to do with Wang Qiu and the others.

"...Finally, I've collected enough reward points... It's getting colder, and I've spent enough funds. Let's stop this game now!"

(There will be another update in the evening, which is also the final chapter of this volume. Stay tuned.)