“Enough, Albedo.”
With those few words, Albedo stopped moving.
“… Bu-, but Ainz-sama, these lower life forms….”
“—That's enough, Albedo… Other than the weakness of the angel, everything was within my expectations, what else is there to be angry about?”
Hearing that, Albedo with one hand to her chest, bowed:
“… As expected of Ainz-sama, prudence is the most suitable word to describe you. Truly admirable.”
“No no no, for Albedo to worry about me and even get angry, makes me very happy. But… your smile is definitely more charming.”
“Guuhuu—! Cha-, charming! — Well, thank you, Ainz-sama.”
“Alright, I seem to have kept you waiting, sorry.”
Nigan looked at the two of them who were still taking things easy with puzzled eyes, then finally recovered and shouted:
“I know… I know your true identity! — Demon gods! You two are demon gods!”
Within Nigan’s knowledge, there were only a few beings able to be on par with the highest level angel’s power.
The six gods that Nigen had placed his faith in.
The strongest of all the dragon race the — Dragon King.
The Legendary monster that was capable of destroying cities — Landfall.
And also — Demon god.
Even hearing that the Demon gods were all sealed by the thirteen heroes. From the look of the pulses of evil from before, that should have been able to release the seals on the Demon god.
Meanwhile Nigan held on the faint hope, if it was a Demon god, then the highest level Angel would still have a chance to win.
“Once again! Activate 「Holy Smite」”
Just now Ainz said he felt pain, which means that he had been hurt, maybe even standing was difficult for him.
Countless “Maybes”, came to his mind, if he did not think this way, he would have gone mad.
But Ainz would not allow a second attack.
“…. Looks like now it's my turn…. Feel despair 『Black Hole』.”
A small dot appeared on the bright body of Dominion of Authority. Then it slowly grew into a huge hole.
Everything was being sucked into the empty hole.
Simply everyone was stupefied, so much so that it was ridiculous, there was already nothing in front of their eyes.
The light from Dominion of Authority was gone, the surroundings lost its glory.
There was only the wind blowing across the grasslands, and the sound of crickets. Suddenly a hoarse cry broke the silence.
“Just what are you…”
Nigan once again asked the incomprehensible figure.
“I have never heard of the name Ainz Ooal Gown the Magic Caster… No, there is no one that should be capable of destroying the highest level Angel. There is no such existence…”
Nigan weakly shook his head:
“I only know that you have far surpassed the power of a Demon god… This is really going too far… Who are…”
“… I already said, I am Ainz Ooal Gown. Other than this name, I am still not something well-known. Let us skip the small talk, continuing to say anything more would be a waste of time. Also, in order to not waste your efforts, I have to tell you some things, I have already stopped the ability to use teleportation magic here. In addition my subordinates nearby are waiting in ambush, so you have no means of escape.”
The sun had completely set, and the surroundings were slowly being engulfed in darkness.
Nigan knew it was over, this was absolutely true. Just as all his men felt demoralised, a hole appeared from out of nowhere, like a clay pot. But it quickly disappeared, returning to the original scene.
While Nigan was confused, Ainz answered:
“Oya oya… You guys better thank me. Looks like there is someone who has been using Intelligence Magic to monitor you, but because I am also within range of effect, so I was also able to resist the spell by using an Anti-Information Magic Wall, so I won’t be subject to surveillance… Ahh, if I had known this would happen, I would have prepared some more high level counter spells.”
That speech made Nigan understand why.
The Slane Theocracy must definitely be monitoring him.
“With some strengthening, I could influence a huge area with 『Burst』 and maybe let that peeper learn a lesson… With that, the game is now over.”
Understanding the meaning of those words, Nigan felt a chill up his spine.
They were usually in the other position, but now they were the victims.
He was afraid. Afraid that of all the lives that he had taken on his own, now his life was able to be taken. His subordinates saw the fear in his eyes, truly making them upset.
They were on the brink of crying.
He wanted to kneel down and beg for mercy, but Ainz did not look like a person that was that compassionate. So Nigan held back his tears and tried desperately to find a lifeline. But no matter how much he thought, he could not think of any foreign aid. The only way he could think of was to appeal to Ainz’s compassion.
“Wa-, wait a moment! Lord Ainz Ooal Gown… No, Master! Please wait a moment, We… No, I want to make a deal with you! It will definitely be no loss to you! As long as you can spare my life, I will prepare any amount of gold you want!”
Throughout his field of vision, he could spot some of his subordinates showing expressions of surprise, but they weren’t significant to him anymore. At the moment the most important thing was one’s own life, everything else is insignificant.
Also, he could always replace his troops, but he himself would be irreplaceable.
Ignoring the countless sounds of complaint, Nigan continued:
“To satisfy a great Magic Caster like yourself, would surely be difficult, but I will definitely prepare you a satisfactory amount of gold! I have a strong position in my country, the state will be willing to spare no cost in saving me! Of course, if you have any other demands, I would gladly oblige! I beg of you! Please have mercy!”
With those words Nigan began panting.
“S-, so how is it? Master Ainz Ooal Gown!”
Towards Nigan’s pleading face, the gentle voice of Albedo replied:
“Did you not previously refuse Supreme Ainz-sama’s compassionate deal before?”
“That was!”
“… I understand what you want to say. Because even if you had accepted the offer, it would have ended with a dead end, so you wanted to beg for mercy is it?”
The black helmet slowly shook her head, as if she couldn’t take it anymore:
“I see you are confused about the situation. As Ainz-sama, the one who holds the power in Nazarick, has already said, humans, you lower life forms should bow your head down and be thankful, waiting for death.”
Albedo with an unyielding tone, flatly said so.
Crazy. This woman is completely insane. Realising this, Nigan look at Ainz with a glimmer of hope.
Quietly listening to this conversation, Ainz knew that they were waiting for his decision, he shook his head and said:
“It… is so. Do not struggle unnecessarily, lie down obediently and await death. This way, I can send you off without any pain.”
Part 2
Walking on the grass plain after night had fallen, the beautiful stars were visible when you looked up.
Ainz was in awe after seeing this scene a second time and walked silently to the village.