Except for Rimuru, Milim, and Draco, whose territories were redefined, the rest basically remained unchanged.
The Giant Race, Dagruel, was in the barren lands of the far west—the site of the former Super Magic Dynasty, Kazarim's old home, which was currently being ravaged by the Chaos Dragon.
Cranel Zalor remained in the frozen continent of the far north, Leon Cromwell in the El Dorado of the far south, and Luminus in the Holy Empire of Lubelius.
Ramiris lived in her Labyrinth anyway and had no territory.
Milim unified Carrion and Frey's lands with her own, becoming the Demon Lord with the most extensive territory.
As for Dino... he just freeloaded everywhere.
It was clearly unrealistic to expect him to manage a territory.
Next, Cranel Zalor gave a ring of the demon lord to Rimuru to facilitate future contact.
The atmosphere of the Banquet turned into a tea party, with everyone eating snacks and chatting about their recent situations.
At this time, Draco received a message from Shuna. Because the Banquet site was blocked by a barrier, only those with a deep Soul Corridor could transmit sound. Demiurge couldn't reach Draco, so he had to have Shuna report the battle situation.
The battle in the Puppet Kingdom Kistav was proceeding exceptionally smoothly.
Led by that sly fox Adalman, they easily broke through the self-defense force led by 'Pinky' Pironne.
After capturing the central city, Demiurge used it as a center to expand outward, quickly capturing over a dozen surrounding city-states.
In a single day, the Puppet Kingdom directly changed hands.
Draco paid no attention to this campaign; with Demiurge leading, there was no possibility of defeat.
Now, in the entire world, except for the Western Nations still under Rozo's control, a state of grand unification seemed to have formed.
It seemed it was time to encourage the Demon Lords to launch an attack on the Eastern Empire.
Once the Banquet ended and Draco dealt with the isolated Yuuki, the general trend would be set.
He needed to brainwash Cranel Zalor properly. Rudra had already been reborn, so why was he still clinging to that thousand-year promise? Just attack the Eastern Empire directly, and the world would be at peace.
Draco plotted quietly in his heart, but he felt as though he had forgotten something important. What could it be?
Forget it, if I can't think of it, I won't... A moment later, Raine and many demon maids arrived at the venue carrying various delicacies.
Just like a normal banquet, everyone ate and drank.
Leon Cromwell did not participate and chose to take his leave.
Luminus had also planned to leave early, as she was somewhat worried about the safety of the holy coffin and Hinata.
But she was persuaded to stay by Draco, with an agreement to head to the Jura Tempest Federation together later.
At this moment, Hinata and the Holy Knights were resting in the Jura Tempest Federation. If it weren't for the fact that Rimuru hadn't returned, Rigurd, the 'King of Banquets,' would have already started a celebratory feast.
However, they didn't have to wait long.
The Walpurgis soon ended in a relaxed atmosphere. Draco, Rimuru, Luminus, Milim, Ramiris, Carrion, and Frey all entered the teleportation gate together.
This made Dagruel and Dino look a bit out of place.
The two looked at each other. Should we... also go over together?
Obviously, Dino chose to go back to sleep.
The two returned to the Giant Race's territory together, and Dino continued his freeloading... Inside the Jura Tempest Federation.
As soon as the group emerged from the teleportation gate, a large crowd surrounded them.
The Three Beastmen found Carrion, while Lucia and Clea sought out Frey.
Hinata and the Ten Great Saints went to the aloof Luminus's side and bowed respectfully.
Seeing that Hinata was safe and sound, Luminus breathed a sigh of relief.
"Ri! Mu! Ru!"
At that moment, Veldora's angry roar came from the distance, and he arrived before everyone in the blink of an eye.
He stared at Rimuru in a rage. "Why is the final chapter of the manga gone?!"
"...Uh, that, don't get so excited. I'll give it to you now."
Rimuru laughed awkwardly.
Previously, out of a bit of mischief, Rimuru had replaced the final chapter of the manga with a different one, causing Veldora's curiosity to explode.
He had almost charged into the Walpurgis to demand an explanation from Rimuru.
Now, Veldora was sulking.
But even angrier than him was Luminus; when enemies meet, their eyes blaze with hatred.
After getting his manga, Veldora also snapped out of it and looked at Luminus, falling into thought.
She looks a bit familiar.
"Who was it again?"
"Hmm..."
"Oh! I remember now, isn't this Demon Lord Luminus, that female vampire whose entire city I blew away?"
Veldora's loud voice made sure that all the Holy Knights present learned of this news.
"Pfft—"
A rapier stabbed directly into Veldora's kidney.
"Damn lizard, it's always you!!"
Unfortunately, it was too late.
Luminus's identity as a Demon Lord was exposed, causing the surrounding Holy Knights to fall into silence.
"Boom—"
"Ah!! Ouch, ouch, ouch..."
"Go die for me!"
Two thousand years ago, that Rose Palace, which combined the wisdom of the Primordial God and the vampire race, had completely vanished into the river of history due to Veldora's mischief.
Now, one thousand five hundred years of planning had been ruined in an instant by this lizard's words.
This sent Luminus into a state of extreme rage.
The two began a duel directly in the sky above the Jura Tempest Federation.
For a time, the roaring sounds were deafening, making people unable to help but cover their ears.
Seeing this, Draco snapped his fingers, and a golden barrier enveloped the city, protecting it from the aftermath of the battle.
"Little brother, oh little brother, even if you don't die today, you're going to lose a layer of skin."
Draco shook his head; the trouble one makes for oneself must be endured, even with tears in one's eyes.
Hinata sighed helplessly at the sight and had no choice but to explain the matter to everyone.
Fortunately, under Hinata's leadership, the faith of the Holy Knights had shifted to their captain. As long as the justice they upheld remained unchanged, what did it matter if she was a Demon Lord or not?
After a long while, Veldora passed through the barrier and hid behind Draco and Rimuru.
"I've already magnanimously apologized, why is this woman still hunting me down?"
Draco patted Veldora on the shoulder. "Brother, you're in for it this time."
Seeing the furious-looking Luminus slowly descending, the crowd scattered away from Veldora to avoid being caught in the crossfire.
Pointing her longsword, Luminus said with a cold expression, "Hand over this lizard!"
Rimuru knew this was trouble Veldora had caused himself, and he wouldn't learn if he didn't reflect properly.
So, grabbing Veldora by the head, Rimuru dragged him out and handed him over to Luminus.
This action actually stunned Luminus.
But soon, a sinister smile appeared on her pretty face, sending a chill down Veldora's spine.
Not good, this woman must have thought of some way to mess with him.
-------------------------
If you enjoy this story, you can read 70+ advanced chapters on Patreon!
Webnovel will keep getting 1 new chapter every day but Patreon readers can stay far ahead.
Maybe it's not a big deal now… maybe it will be later.
[email protected]/Greyhounds
"And If you're enjoying it, drop a Power Stone for me!"