"Kenya, it seems you've summoned a High-ranking Spirit of Light."
Rimuru reminded the dazed Kenya.
"Eh?!"
Kenya let out a cry of disbelief.
"Oh~ so your name is Kenya. I'll call you Ken-kun from now on."
"I sense potential from Ken-kun, so I will definitely save Ken-chan."
"Furthermore, I will protect Ken-kun before he grows up."
"Maybe Ken-kun will even become a Hero."
Saying this, the boy of light turned into a streak of white light and merged into Kenya's body.
"A Hero?"
"Wow~ Kenya-chan is so amazing."
"This is truly incredible."
The children began to discuss amongst themselves.
Above the five basic elements are Light and Dark, and at the highest peak of time is 'Time.'
Whether it is a Spirit of Light or a Spirit of Darkness, their duty is to select a Hero and grant their protection to the chosen one.
Gaining the recognition of either a Light or Dark spirit is a prerequisite for becoming a 'Hero.'
In this world, Heroes are divided into two types.
One is the True Hero, who, after receiving the spirit's protection, must also awaken their own 'Heros Egg.'
This is similar to a Demon Lord Species, but the difference is that a Demon Lord Species is a necessary condition to become an Awakened Demon Lord, so a Demon Lord Species is definitely weaker than a True Demon Lord.
The 'Heros Egg' is different; you might already possess strength rivaling a True Demon Lord, but your 'Heros Egg' hasn't awakened yet. Once it awakens, your strength will experience another terrifying increase, even far surpassing an Awakened Demon Lord.
The other type is the common self-proclaimed Hero, which anyone can be.
However, calling oneself a Hero is a very dangerous move. From the moment one proclaims themselves a Hero, whether they have received a spirit's protection or possess a 'Heros Egg,' they will eventually become a Hero under the push of fate.
At the same time, they will inevitably have countless ties to Demon Lords.
It's just like how the first Hero was born alongside the first Demon Lord.
For instance, the Platinum Saber King Leon was originally a Hero but eventually fell to become a Demon Lord, while his sister Chloe became a Hero.
The causal relationships involved are very complex. Unless one truly possesses peerless strength, no one would call themselves a Hero lightly.
"Te-Teacher, is... is this okay?"
Kenya asked nervously.
"Ah, well... everything is according to plan, haha, hahah..."
Rimuru could only comfort Kenya this way.
"I see. As expected of Teacher."
Kenya immediately relaxed, a confident smile appearing on his face once more.
After that, it was Ryota's turn to summon.
This time, two different spirits appeared. After being integrated by Raphael, a pseudo-High-ranking Spirit with both Water and Wind attributes was obtained.
Everything had gone smoothly so far, and now it was finally Chloe's turn.
Like Alice, she was carried to the center of the platform by Rimuru.
Chloe's cheeks were rosy, looking very cute.
"Um... um, Teacher... I love you most..."
She shyly leaned into Rimuru's ear and said this.
"Ah, Teacher loves Chloe most too."
Children's words carry no harm; she's only 10 years old.
At least wait until eight years later.
Rimuru, maintaining the mindset of treating a child, showed a kind smile.
Chloe nodded heavily, her face full of happiness.
Ah~ these kids are really precocious.
The summoning ritual officially began. Chloe pressed her hands together and silently began calling for her 'big version' to arrive in her heart.
In the next moment, above the Fairy's Lair, a wave of pressure emanated from the sky glowing with holy light.
*Buzz~*
Silver light filled the sky, and holy radiance enveloped the platform. Like the descent of a deity, a wave of pressure fell from above.
A beautiful young woman surrounded by divine aura slowly materialized in the void.
A powerful gust of wind blew Ramiris away. Rimuru narrowed his eyes, sizing up the person before him.
Susu's seven tails surged in the wind, protecting the children.
The girl had smooth black hair that shimmered with silver light, highlighting her skin that was as white as jade.
Between her dark, elegant brows was a hint of faint melancholy, yet she also exuded a resilient, noble, and cool temperament, like the moon in the sky, incomparably noble.
Her pure white dress looked like a wedding gown, and she wore a white veil on her head, which was ethereal and beautiful.
«Notice. Target is a spiritual body of the same type as a High-ranking Spirit, possessing the attribute Time. Speculated to be from the future... Anomaly detected, interference from an unknown power... Failed.»
The girl slowly opened her eyes. When she saw Rimuru, she was slightly stunned, and then a stunningly beautiful curve formed at the corners of her mouth.
Trailing bits of radiance, the girl flew toward the still-dazed Rimuru, cupped his face with both hands, and slowly kissed him.
However, because she was a spiritual body, the girl passed right through Rimuru's body.
A flash of regret and loss appeared in her beautiful eyes.
"Damn it, this is my territory. I will never let you do as you please!"
Seeing an unidentified being dare to intrude upon the sacred ritual, Ramiris suddenly became furious.
"Hey, what's going on exactly?"
Rimuru looked at her, somewhat puzzled.
"You idiot, can't you see? This person is very dangerous."
"How exactly are they dangerous?"
"I'll explain that later, first I'll..."
Before Ramiris could finish her sentence, the mysterious girl turned into a five-colored glow and surged into Chloe's body.
"It's over, she's hosted."
"Ah!! It's all over, I don't care anymore, I don't know anything, it wasn't my fault..."
Ramiris babbled on, her eyes filled with frustration.
"It seems like there's no problem."
Rimuru watched as the chaotic Magicules inside Chloe's body returned to calm; clearly, the High-ranking Spirit had resolved the crisis of the Magicules riot.
"Well, this should be fine then."
Since the root problem was solved, everything else was a minor issue.
"I see..."
Hearing Raphael's explanation, Rimuru completely let go of the worries in his heart.
"Teacher, did I... did I succeed?" Chloe asked weakly.
"Of course, everything is within my plan, hahaha."
Hearing Rimuru's answer, Chloe lunged into Rimuru's arms.
*Mwah~* A kiss.
After the kiss, Chloe tilted her chin toward Alice in the distance, then shyly hid in Rimuru's embrace.
Rimuru didn't think much of it; after all, she was just a child.
Picking her up, he left the platform.
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