It's been Few weeks since Rimuru and his party had returned from their trip to Dwargon. The Village Now has a Gifted Blacksmith, Kaijin. Several of the Male Hob-globlins have been sticking to him like glue watching him work and form Metal.

The Oldest of the Three younger Brothers Garm was now acting as the Villages Armor smith. He worked with Mostly Hides but also metals. He's spent the last few hours Teaching the Villagers how to Tan Hides to make them more Durable.

The Middle Brother Dord Showed himself to be a skilled Crafter. He could craft almost anything with the right materials. Recently hes busied himself showing Several Goblina how to craft Jewelry, He finds alot of Joy seeing the Lady Goblins faces light up when he hands them jewelry.

Meanwhile the Youngest and quietest Brother Myrd Became the Villages Architect. Myrd Proved himself to be skilled in the whole process of Building Different structures and planning ahead. Despite his quiet Nature he's also proven himself to be a good teacher by showing the villagers the process of building a home step by step and walking them through it.

While Rimuru and his Party had been gone to Dwargon several Goblin tribes had heard about Rimuru and had traveled to his villlage to join him. When He returned he had over 500 hundred new villagers waiting for him.

Rimuru welcomed them with open arms. It took him almost three days to name all 500 hundred of the newcomers.

XxX

Rimuru walks along side Ranga down the Road leading up to his Village. He had spent the Morning Alone With Ranga further getting to know his Tempest Wolf Companion. As he walks down the path he spots Gobta off to the left. He gets into hearing range

"Ok! Watch Closely because I'm Only gonna do it Once!" Gobta tenses up and makes a face that makes him look constipated. after a few seconds Gobta's shadow Darkens to nearly Pitch Black and a Tempest Wolf Jumps out of the Shadow. The wolf lands Beside Gobta.

Rimuru's eyes Widden He's teaching them how to summon the Tempest wolves! I only Learned I can summon Ranga a few days ago! Well done Gobta! I hope you succeed in teaching them. The Better everyone can defend themselves the less I have to worry over you.

"Lord Rimuru!" Rimuru turns and Spots Rigurd running toward him. After the New arrivals Rigurd had been promoted From Goblin Lord to Goblin King. He's in Charge of all the other Goblin elders who Joined the village with their tribes.

Rigurd runs up to Rimuru and takes a few deep breaths "Whats going on Rigurd? What's the hurry?"

"Lord! I just got word from one of the Security teams. They spotted some suspicious Beings in the Forest."

"Monsters?"

"No, Humans My Lord."

"Humans?"

"Yes! It's possible they're scouts sent here from another nation to expand their dominion"

Rimuru pats Ranga on the back and looks at Rigurd "I'll go check it out. Where did the Security team spot them?"

Rigurd points east "About a mile up that way My Lord."

Rimuru nods "Ranga go back to the Village, Keep everyone safe until I get back."

"You Got it Master!"

XxX

Rimuru makes his way through the forest at a steady Jog. He keeps his Sense Area skill Active as he searches for the humans. Adventually he sense's them. Four Humans. Two of them have weak Magicule counts. One of them is Slightly higher, The last one has enough to be a serious Threat to his village.

Rimuru can feel they're being pursued. He jumps up onto a high tree branch and looks down into a clearing. He Spots her, The White Masked Wearing girl from the Crystal ball.

Rimuru's eyes latch onto her, He ignores the other humans Completely. He watches as she turns on her heel and pulls her sword from it's sheath. The Blade of her sword catches on Fire. She points her sword at her parties pursuers, A group of Giant Fire Ants.

Fire Shoots out of her sword at the Giant Ants like a wave of Hellfire. Rimuru watches as she burns dozens of the Giant Ants to a crisp, She's definitely strong.

She walks up to one of the Fire Ants and stabs her blade into it's skull. She yanks her blade loose. One of her party members screams out "Shizu look out!"

Rimuru watches as Shizu spins around to face the Giant Ant that had been sneaking up on her. She raises her Blade, Suddenly she falls onto her knee. Rimuru's eyes widden. Gotta help her.

Rimuru points his hand palm first toward the sky Black Lightning!

BOOM! Black Lightning arks down from the sky disintegrating the Ant and causes a shockwave. Shizu's White Mask goes flying.

Rimuru watches The mask careen upward. He jumps from his spot and snatches it out of the air. He lands on the ground amist the dust cloud his Black Lightning caused "Man Black Lightning Might have been overkill"

The Dust clears. Rimuru gets a good look at the party and they get a good look at him "A human?"

Rimuru smirks lightly "Not Exactly. I'm not your enemy though." Rimuru walks forward slowly, He gets a good look at Shizu without her mask on.

She has pretty dark blue eyes and a soft face, Under her left eye are what look like Birthmarks that are shaped like tanned lines. Rimuru holds out her mask infront of her "Here's your mask back. I hope I didn't hurt you with my spell."

Shizu takes the mask and smiles "No I'm Fine. You saved me, Thank You"

XxX

Rimuru escorts the group of Four back to his village and Leaves them in Rigurds care while he takes care of some things around the Village.

After an Hour he returns to Regurd "How are our guest?" Rimuru can hear the sound of arguing inside the Tent.

Rigurd scratches his cheek "Well... It's all my fought My Lord. They said they where starving so I brought them some food!"

Rimuru Chuckles and pats Rigurd on the Shoulder "Don't feel bad Rigurd. Helping People In need is a good thing! I'm Proud of You!"

Rigurd bows his head slightly "You Honor me with your Praise my Lord! In that case I will dedicate myself to helping others!"

Rimuru chuckles "Thatta Boy!... Now then." Rimuru turns toward the Tent. Rigur opens the Tent flap for him "After you My Lord."

Rimuru takes a step into the Tent and looks at his guest. Now that I'm getting a good look at them... I've seen these three before.

Answer: This is the group that Entered Veldora's Cave While you where Leaving.

Rimuru's eyes widden as he remembers them The Idiots! I remember! they couldnt sense me even though My aura was running rampant.

Rimuru's eyes are drawn to Shizu. She has her Mask back on. He watches as she raises a piece of meat to the front of her mask. Suddenly the Meat gets sucked into the mask. Rimuru raises an eyebrow She can eat through that thing!?

Rigurd clears his Throat and stands up straight "My apologies. I fear we have little to offer you. But we welcome you as our Honoured Guest. Please allow me to make Introductions! Here! May I present to you the Master of our village The Great Lord Rimuruu!"

"The Leader!?"

"The Leader!?"

"The Leader!?"

Rimuru crosses his arms, Hes alittle Offended at their surprise "You gotta Problem with that?"

Kaval chuckles nervously "No not at all."

Rene puts her finger on her lip in thought "We knew that you weren't a ordinary Monster... But it's shocking to hear you're the Lord of a village full of Goblins..."

Kaval bows his head "Forgive our Rudeness. It's just we thought we where done for back there and we Never expected to be rescued by a Monster. Thank You so Much."

Rene leans forward on the table "Yeaah and thanks Alot for feeding us too! Everythings really delicious!"

Gido Bows his head like Kaval "We appreciate your Hospitality. The Last thing we expected to find here is a bunch of Goblins Building a village."

Rimuru looks past Gido at Shizu She sure is quiet. I wonder what's on her mind... Rimuru focusses back on the subject at hand "So why exactly are you guys in the forest?"

"My names Kaval, Not that it's saying much but I'm the leader of this Party. Back there's"

"My names Eren!"

"And you can call me Gido! It's a Pleasure to meet you!"

Kaval gestures toward Shizu "While she's not a permanent Party member this girl is tagging along with us because we where going the same way."

"Shizu."

Rimuru starres at Shizu for a few seconds. his eyes Narrow as he finally pieces together what's throwing him off She sits just like... She... She's a Otherworlder! Like me!

Rimuru blinks and looks back at Kaval "And?"

Kaval crosses his arms "Well our Boss is this cranky old guy who ordered us to come here. He wants us to investigate the Monster Activety in the area. He's our guildmaster so we cant really say no to Master Fuze."

Rimuru Brings his hand up to his Chin, I see. It looks like Veldora's absense is having a bigger effect than I thought. Especially since people are being sent to investigate not only Veldora's cave but also the surrounding area."Well as you can see here all we're doing is building a Goblin village. So uh, You don't think that will be a problem with the Guild do you?"

Kaval Shrugs "I don't think so..."

Eren leans forward and looks up in thought "It should be fine. and I don't think the guild has any say in it. But I'm not sure about the Country."

Gido rubs the stuble on his chin "To be honest I have no idea."

Rimuru nods lightly and smiles kindly "Ok, No worries. We'll figure it out. You can stay the night if you want. Our village is your village."

Kaval, Eren, and Gido bow their heads "Thank you so much." Shizu silently observes what's going on.

Rimuru turns toward Rigurd "Take Care of them."

"Right!"

XxX

The suns beginning to set. Shizu stands on a hill watching the way the horizon changes colors. Slowly Rimuru walks up the hill behind her "Hey you got a minute."

Shizu looks over her Shoulder, Rimuru looks out at the Horizon "You're like me aren't you."

"Yes."

Rimuru crosses his arms. Shizu looks out as the sun slowly dips lower. Finally she speaks again "I was from Japan."

"So was I." Rimuru sees Shizu shift out of the corner of his eyes. He turns and watches as she slips off her mask and Smiles at him "I see. I'm Glad I met you... So Tell me, How did you come to this world?"

"I fell. From two stories onto a Marble Floor. I died Instantly."

"I see, So you where Reincarnated into this world. I bet it was very difficult for you."

Rimuru looks at Shizu "Was it different for you?"

Shizu frowns lightly "Yes, abit. I'm What you call a Summon"

Rimuru remembers what Veldora told him about summons Is she someone's weapon? Does she have a curse on her soul?... It would be rude to ask something like that... Rimuru hums lightly and looks toward the sunset "So when where you summoned to this world?"

"Awhile ago. There was Fire, The town was burning."

"A war?"

"Bombs where falling from the sky"

"The Air raids..."

"My mother and I tried to get to safety. But then she..." Shizu's bottom lip quivers lightly.

Rimuru frowns. He turns and looks down at her "What happened to her... Did she make it?"

Shizu closes her eyes and slowly shakes her head. Rimuru's lips purse. He feels bad about bringing it up. He tries to think of a way to distract her "I Know! You wanna see something cool?"

"Like what?"

Great Sage. I'm gonna use Telepathy to show her some of my memories.

Initiliazing...

Shizu's Blue eyes Shine with a Golden halo in them as Rimuru's mind connects with hers. Rimuru Focusses on his memories traveling and seeing Great sights "Check this out Shizu."

Rimuru focusses on his memories of Parris. He shows her the effiel tower and the Beautiful streets and architecture. Next he shows her his Memories of America, Of his time at Disney World.

Shizu giggles and smiles as she experiences the various rides the park has to offer through Rimuru's senses. Next he Shows her the Grande Canyon. Shizu lets out a loud Whoooah as she sees how Huge and Beautiful it is.

Rimuru focusses and Conjures up a Image of Tokyo's night life rooftops and Billboards "It's Amazing. It reminds me of a post card I saw of New york city once."

Rimuru smiles "After the War ended Peace came to japan. The towns and the Economy Flourished."

Rimuru looks at Shizu, He blushes at how Beautiful her smile is "That's great! I'm so glad. I wish my mother could have seen this."

Suddenly Shizu falls forward grabbing her stomach. Their Mental link Breaks. Rimuru reaches out and touches her Shoulder in worry "Shizu?"

Shizu shudders "I-I'm Sorry."

"Are you Ok?" Shizu slowly stands up straight regaining her composer.

"I'm fine. Thank You." Shizu slips her mask onto her face.

"Hey Rimuru!" Kaijin stops halfway up the hill and crosses his arms "Can I get your expert opinion on something? We need to talk about where to build the new house."

Rimuru smiles Sheepishly at Shizu then he turns toward Kaijin "Sure!" Rimuru looks at Shizu "Bye Shizu. I'll see you later." Shizu nods slowly.

Shizu watches as Rimuru walks away with Kaijin. Once she cant see them anymore she turns to face the sunset. Her hair waves lightly in the wind as she's lost in thought.

XxX

Shizu jerks awake breathing heavily. The memories of her childhood still fresh on her mind, She takes several deep breaths trying to calm herself.

Shizu reaches over and places her mask on her face. She takes one more deep breath in through her nose before forcing herself to get out of bed.

Shizu spends the Majority of her Morning walking around the Village observing what's going on. She finds the concept of a village made up of Monsters and a few dwarves to be intriguing. Shizu doesnt talk to anyone. She keeps her distance for awhile.

After a few hours she walks back up to the Hill from Yesterday. She looks out across the newly formed village. She can tell there's still much construction to be done, But the village is Thriving even now.

"Good Morning Shizu. Do you like Our Little Village?" Rimuru walks up with Ranga walking at his side.

Shizu turns around to face them. She bows her head lightly and slips off her mask "Yes. I love it."

Ranga's tail starts wagging. The Tempest Wolf does his best to control his tail. Rimuru grins "That's Great Shizu! You're more than welcome to stay here if you'd like."

Shizu smiles lightly "I appreciate the offer. But I really should be going."

Rimuru's smile falters "Why is that?"

"Because if I do stay here I'm afraid I'll bring you nothing but trouble."

"Huh."

Shizu looks away in thought "There's still something that I need to do."

"Like what?"

Shizu looks back at Rimuru "I'm on a quest to find the man who summoned me to this world"

Rimuru starres at Shizu, He's not sure what she's thinking or feeling by her soft facial expression "What happens when you find him?"

Shizu looks off into the distance. The wind picks up making her hair sway. She stays silent for several seconds. Rimuru sighs lightly and joins her looking off into the distance "Well then, Promise me you'll come back and visit? You're always welcome here Shizu. Right Ranga?"

"Yes of Course!"

Shizu smiles softly "Well, I'll do my best" Shizu slowly walks forward, She lightly pats Ranga's head. Then she leans up and wraps her arms around Rimuru. The top of her head buries into his shoulder. Slowly Rimuru returns her hug. He squeezes her lightly "Thank you Rimuru, I mean it."

XxX

Eren drags a brush down her hair repeatedly infront of a mirror "Hey Shizu, Come back with us! It'll be fun!... Honestly, I'm just not ready to say goodbye yet."

Shizu looks at Eren and smiles "Eren You're all exceptional Adventurers, and I have no doubt that traveling with the three of you will probably be entertaining."

Eren spins around with a bright smile "So is that a Ok!?"

Shizu closes her eyes and shakes her head slowly "Joining with you all has shown me how good it is to adventure with a group of friends. And I want you to know that I am truly grateful that my Last journey was with you guys."

"W-Wait hold on, What are you trying to say?"

Shizu smiles and looks at Eren "I've been around for a few decades now. I may look young, But I'm not." Shizu slowly slips on her mask.

"Oooo~ I get it! You're just making a silly joke huuuh. Jeez you shouldn't scare me like that Shizu!"

XxX

Rimuru along with Rigurd, Rigur, and Kavela and Gido are waiting on the Road. Eren and Shizu make their way toward them. Rigur spots them first "Ah here they come!"

Eren waves as she walks up "Sorry to keep you all waiting!"

Gido lets out a long sigh "We've been standing out here foreeever."

Kavela places his hands on his Hips "Yeaaah. And why do women take so long to get ready anway?"

Suddenly Shizu stops walking. Everyone looks at her. Both Rimuru and Eren notice something wrong with her instantly. Eren turns around and looks at her "Why'd you stop? Shizu?"

Shizu stumbles backward grabbing her stomach and groaning "N-No it cant..."

Rigurd takes a step forward "Is something the matter miss?"

Shizu falls onto her knees, She throws her shoulders back and screams loudly. Her mask cracks on the right side. A golden fiery glow seeps through.

Out of the crack shoots a beam of fire straight up. Rimuru's eyes widden as he feels her Magicules spiking "Everyone get back!"

BOOM! A fiery explosion rockets upward out of Shizu into the sky. The sky darkens as Thunder cloud form overhead.

The explosion dissapates. Shizu starts floating off of the ground slowly ascending. Fire arcs off of her. Suddenly Fire explodes off of her again throwing everyone backwards. Rimuru slides backwards from the force of it He looks around quickly "Is everyone Alright!?"

Kavela coughs loudly and sits up "What the hell is going on?"

Rimuru watches as fire Continues to ark off of Shizu. His eyes Sharpen "Rigurd, Rigur Evacaute the Town."

"Are you sure?"

"What about you?"

"That's a order. Go!"

"Of course! As you wish Lord Rimuru!"

Rimuru focusses inwardly on his connection with Ranga. Are you There Ranga? "of Course!" Be Ready, I may need to summon you.

Shizu's mask falls off and hits the ground. Rimuru looks up at her. Her eyes are a demonic red. Tears are evaporating in the corners of her eyes.

Suddenly a Humongous Fireball Surrounds Shizu. It explodes Outward. Shizu is gone. Now floating there is the Infernian Fire Spirit Ifritt.

Kavela's Jaw hardens "Theres no Doubt in my mind now. Thats the Flame Giant Ifritt... That Means Shizu is 'The Conquorer of Flames' From the Legends! She's must be almost 80 years old! I dont understand how she looked so young though!"

Eren slaps Kavela on the back of the head "Now is not the time!"

Ifritt rears his head back and lets out a loud Roar. Pillars of Fire explode upwards around him. From the Pillar Flying Demon Lizards appear. They fly around Ifritt as if waiting for his Command.

One of the Lizards Breaths out a fireball. The fireball slams into one of the newly Built houses. Rimuru's eyebrow twitchs "Hey asshole! We just built that Yesterday!"

Rimuru takes a deep breath and looks over his Shoulder at the three adventurers "You Guys Should get to safety. This isn't your fight."

Kavela slowly stands up with a sigh. He reaches over his Shoulder and drawls his Short sword "We're not going anywhere"

Eren stands up beside him and grips her staff, It starts to glow Bright Blue at the end. Gido rolls his Shoulder and reaches into his boot. He pulls out a Large Dagger and holds it in a reverse grip.

The three of them take a fighting Stance. Kavela starres up at Ifritt "I don't know what's going on. Or why Shizu's out for blood all of a sudden. But-"

Gido narrows his eyes at Ifritt "She's still a Member of our party! She's still out friend!"

Eren takes a step forward "We Won't Abandon her! We can fight!"

Rimuru smiles lightly and turns toward Ifritt "You three are good Friends. Alright. Lets try to take out those Demon Lizards then we'll Focus on Ifritt."

"Right!"

"Right!"

"Let's Do It!"

Rimuru lowers his stance and points his palm toward one of the Lizards Take this you arsonist asshole!

Skill activated: Black Lightning

BOOM! Black Lightning arks down Rimuru's arm and shoots off toward the Lizard creating a Shockwave around it. The Lightning hits the Lizard and goes through him Making a hole in it's Chest Cavity. The Lizard falls to the ground below Dead.

Rimuru smirks. Eren runs up beside him and points her staff at one of them. "Take This! Icicle Lance!"

A Spike of Ice shoots out of Erens Staff and Pierces one of the Lizards in the stomach going all the way through him. The Lizard screams and Spits up blood. Eren grins "I got one!"

Kavela runs up beside her, One of the Lizard Flies down toward them. He places himself Between Eren and the Monster. With a scream he swings his Sword downward cutting into the top of the Lizards head.

Rimuru focusses intently for a second, His Shadow turns black, Ranga jumps out of his Shadow and lands Beside him. Rimuru pats him on the head "Stay with them Ranga. Keep them safe."

"Right Master!"

Rimuru looks up at Ifritt. The Infernians eyes burn with a fiery malice. Rimuru walks toward him at a steady pace while keeping his eyes on the Infernians face "Give us back Shizu. Or I'm gonna kick your fiery ass."

A royal Purple Aura wafts upward off of Rimuru. Ifritt looks down at Rimuru. The Infernian crosses his arms across his Chest. Suddenly Copies of him start appearing in Fireballs

They appear above Rimuru in a Large circle. Ifritt and his clones descend to ground level. They have Rimuru surrounded Completely.

Rimuru licks his dry lips from the Heat coming off of Ifritt "Cheap Trick. illusion Magic this weak won't fool me!"

Rimuru throws both of his arms outward, A scythe of water shoots out of him. It cuts through all the fake Ifritts. The Water Scythe turns to steam before it can hit the real Infernian.

An annoyed Expression overcomes Ifritts face. He throws his arm forward. A fireball shoots out of his hand toward Rimuru.

Rimuru's eyes follow the fireball as it gets close to him. The Arch Demon holds out his hand palm first infront of him. Water Vortex!

A Vortex of Water shoots out of Rimuru's hand. The fireball disappears into it. Ifritt flies upward before the Vortex reaches him.

Ifritt Roars and Throws his arms out to his sides. Rimuru's eyes widden as he feels the ground Below him heating up. Ifritt speaks for the first time "Flare Circle!"

Rimuru looks down in time to see the Magical glyphs forming around him in a large circle "Shit!"

BOOM! White Hot Fire explodes upward from the circle straight up into the sky. Rimuru's head snaps back from the force of it. He almost Screams, In fear more than actual pain.

Rimuru's eye snap open inside of the Flare Circle Why aren't I dead? This Doesn't even hurt!

Answer: Flare Circle is not powerful enough to pierce your Aura Shield.

Rimuru raises his hand up infront of his face, His Purple Aura is Glowing lightly keeping the Flames from touching him. Rimuru smirks.

Rimuru slowly walks forward, He looks up at Ifritt as He walks out of the Flare Circle. Ifritt has his back to Rimuru thinking the fight had ended "You Are Weak."

Ifritts Shoulders Stiffen up. He turns around hia face that of Shock. Rimuru grins "Your attacks are no Match for me Flame Spirit." Rimuru extends his hand toward Ifritt. his Steel Threads shoot out of his palm Wrapping around the Infernian.

Rimuru grips the Thread and yanks toward him "Get over here!" Ifritt flies through the air toward Rimuru. Once he gets Close enough Rimuru takes a step toward Ifritt and slams his fist into the Infernians Stomach. Ifritt spits out a glob of Multon Spit.

Rimuru brings his foot up and kicks Ifritt hard in the stomach. The steel threads snap as Ifritt flies backwards. Ifritt hits the ground hard and rolls.

The Flame Spirit comes to a stop and pushes himself up off of the ground. He looks toward Rimuru. Said Blue haired man has his hand Pointed at Ifritt. The Flame Spirits eyes widden "You made the mistake of hurting my friends, and Destroying My village. Now your Power will be mine, and You will Cease to Exist."

Skill Actived: Gluttony

A Black Vortex rushes out of Rimuru's hand Overtaking Ifritt in mere milliseconds. The Vortex Recedes back into Rimuru's palm. He clinches his fist

Level up!

Stats Increased!

Stat points earned!

New Skills acquired:

Flame Control: You can Now control Flames Completely. Fire is your tool to use as you see fit!

Flame Nullification: You are now Immune to Fire based Attacks and Spells.

Illusion Copy: You can now make illusionary copies of yourself.

Flare Circle: A trap spell That Incinerates Enemies caught within. Is very effective against weak Enemies. Moderately Affective against demon races. Ineffective against Spiritual Beings.

Rimuru takes a deep breath. A sudden sadness washes over him. Shizu... Rimuru looks up at where the Flame Spirit stood. His breath hitches as he spots Shizu's unconcious Form "Shizu!"

XxX

Inside of Rimuru's Mindscape The Flame Spirit slowly looks around unsure where he is. He extends his palm and shoots his flames into the Darkness. His flames fail to illuminate anything beyond the Stone floor below him.

"You might as well Give up Ifritt." The Flame Spirits eyes widden as the Towering Dragon Form of Veldora appears in the darkness "You cannot Escape this Place. The Only Reason you are Alive now is because I felt the need for some Company in here until Rimuru finds me a suitable Body."

Ifritt Shudders in fear of the Great Dragon infront of him "Lord Velduruha..."

Veldora's laugh Booms in the Mindscape "That is not my name. I have been given a new one. I am Now Veldora Tempest. It's nice to meet you Infernian Spirit."

Ifritt bows lowly on one knee with his head lowered and his eyes on the ground "Oh Great One. The Honour is truly mine... But Where Exactly are we Great One?"

XxX

Rimuru doesn't waste time trying to use one of his healing potions on Shizu. When that doesn't work he tries his Aura Healing Ability directly.

She doesn't wake up. After failing to wake her up with his healing Methods Rimuru picks her up in his arms and carries her to one of the Houses Still standing. This Particular house has Several cots in one room. The goblins had been bunking up until more houses could be built.

Rimuru lays Shizu down on a Cot and pulls the Blanket up to her chest. He quickly leaves the room and returns a few seconds later with a Bamboo cup full of cool spring water.

Rimuru gently opens her mouth by cupping her chin and slowly lets her drink the water. Even in her sleep Shizu instinctly knows to drink the water. She gulps down the water like a parched woman in a desert.

Rimuru bites his lip as he thinks what he could do to help her. After a few minutes he remembers the others. He focusses on his mental connection to Ranga. Ranga, Tell the others it's safe to come back to the village. tell them to start cleaning up the damage and salvaging anything we can use. also tell them I'm looking after Shizu until she recovers. Tell Rigurd to do his best keeping everyones Moral high. This attack was a setback but we Will Recover. Our village will Thrive!

Rimuru hears a affirmitative gruff from Ranga. He then cuts off his Mental connection. He takes a deep breath and pulls a cot over so he cant sit beside Shizu.

It takes almost an hour before Shizu comes too. She lays still in bed with her eyes closed. Rimuru knows she's awake by how her breathing changed "Mister Rimuru... Thanks so much... Ifritt took over, and I very nearly killed people I care about... Like last time..."

Rimuru reaches out and softly grips Shizu's hand. Shizu slowly opens her eyes and turns her head. she looks up at Rimuru "I was wondering... Can I tell you something?"

Rimuru squeezes her hand softly "You should save your strength Shizu. You'll be out of this bed in no time..."

Shizu smiles at Rimuru "But I want you to know my story... To know that I lived."

Rimuru starres Shizu in the eyes. He smiles softly, He doesnt understand why he feels like crying "O-Ok then... I'll listen."

XxX

Shizu speaks to Rimuru about her life, How her memory is abit Fuzzy. She spoke about Ifritt, How the Flame Spirit possessed her when she first Arrived in this world. She told Rimuru how she had killed her own friend accidently, How she blames herself for her death. She Told Rimuru everything.

"When Pirinou died, I stayed. I had to serve the Demon Lord. I was his closest aid... But then, I met someone."

"Who was it?"

"A Hero."

"A Hero?"

"Yes, That's right... There was a battle. The Demon Lord had abandoned his Castle and had left me Behind as the rear guard... I had to stay there because it was the Will of Ifritt. or maybe it was simply my own Violition... I'm still not sure... The Hero, I couldn't win... I was certain she would end my life there on those steps. But she surprised me by speaking instead. She wanted to know why I was there, and how I managed to Stay Alive. I was her enemy, Yet she still believed everything I told her... Then, She said 'It's alright now.'"

"She was able to unlock my emotions after they had been gone gone for so many years... After that, The Hero took me in. The Mask I wear, It's hers. Or it was. She said it would boost my Magic resistance and Help surpress Ifritt"

Shizu looks toward her mask that's sitting on a nearby table. She weakly reaches for it. Rimuru stands up "Allow me." Rimuru picks up the mask and hands it to Shizu.

Shizu lays back down on her back. She clutches the mask with both of her hands above her heart "We traveled around together. I learned about the world. And She taught me about Magic. Thanks to this Mask I even learned how to utilize Ifritts Power. To some extent anyway. By helping otherd, and fighting."

Rimuru smiles lightly "Doing those things is how you got your Moniker 'The Conquorer of Flames.' It suits you. I'm glad I got to see you in action. You're really strong."

Shizu giggles softly and smiles at Shizu "Being with The Hero made me Very happy. So I studied, and Became her partner. But... One day, She disappeared and Left me behind."

"Why?"

"I'm not sure. I wish I knew. But I don't... 'I'm Certain we will meet again.' Those where her last words to me... That day, I decided to become stronger. I wanted to Help people who where suffering... So! I worked really hard! Over several decades. Doesn't that sound Impressive?"

Rimuru nods "Yeah, It sure does."

Shizu smiles and looks up toward the ceiling "People called me a Hero, and a Champion. But even though my body alleared Young I was still aging. As I got older it became more difficult to control Ifritt... One wrong step, and I could release him by mistake... When I thought about that, I got scared. I didn't want to hurt someone, N-not again like I had done with Pirinou."

Rimuru squeezes Shizu's hand softly. a stray tear travels down the corner of her eye "Because of that. I decided to Retire and become an Instructor. I was a Teacher at a school"

"There are schools here?"

"Yes. In the Kingdome of Ingrassia. I taught kids, some of them from our world."

"You did? Thats amazing! I geuss that means Otherworlders are more common than I thought!"

Shizu turns her head toward Rimuru, She smiles Remembering something "It was alot of fun. Those where peaceful times... Some of my students left to pursue their own adventures. In Fact, one of them is now the Grand-Master of Overseeing all the guilds in the surrounding Countries."

"Wow! they sound like a Big deal!"

"Yes, She certainly is. Naturally I felt like their was nothing I could teach anyone... But then, as I neared the end of my life. It became more difficult to surpress Ifritt's Will... And I remembered, What I needed to do. I set out on a new quest."

"What Kind of Quest?"

"To find the man who summoned me to this world."

Rimuru looks at Shizu softly "Do you want revenge?"

Shizu looks up toward the ceiling "I don't know... There was something I needed to find out. Then I found them, Eren, Nevala and Gido. They're really good people. If not alittle danger prone."

Rimuru Chuckles lightly "Yeah That's true."

Shizu smiles "I had alot of fun. But now... Hey Mister, Can you please tell me your name?"

"Huh, I'm Rimuru Remember?"

"Your Real name silly."

"Oh!.. It's Kaino. Kaino Isutara."

Shizu hums lightly then smiles "I am Shisui. Shisui Izumay." Shisui takes a deep breath and her eyes close.

Rimuru looks down at her face "Shisui, You should try and get some rest."

Shisui keeps her eyes closed. Her voice comes out Barely aboce a wisper "Kaino... Can I ask you something? A favour?"

"Of course. Whatever you need."

Shisui takes a deep breath through her nose. her lips slowly turn upward "Could you... Do to me what you did to Ifritt? Right now... I feel like I'm at peace. I'm so glad... I don't Love this world, and yet I can't hate it either. Kind of like the man who summoned me here. That's why... Why I don't want to be absorbed by this world. So Please..."

Shizu reaches out with both of her hands and gently holds Rimurus hands "This.. This is my last request. Please, Let me rest in the one place I'll feel safe..."

Rimuru's bottom lip shakes, Tears prickles the corners of his eyes "O-Ok"

Shizu smiles, Tears form in her eyes and stream down sideways across her face. Rimuru takes a deep shuddering Breath "W-what's the mans Name?"

"Leon, Cronwell."

"Leon Cronwell."

"He's a powerful Demon Lord. Take Care."

"What did you want to find out from him?"

Shizu's lips quiver, her breath shutters, She speaks up barely hearable "I... I just wanted him to Ackowledge that I, A Human girl Existed... You can Still help those kids... Maybe they can Return, to their worlds..."

Rimuru squeezes Shizu's hand "I Swear on the name Kaino Isutara, No on My Name Rimuru Tempest That Leon Cronwell will hear your final Wishes."

Tears stream down Shizu's cheeks Her eyes slowly close "Thank you."

Rimuru lets out a low sob as He watches Shizu age rapidly, Within seconds she looks like an elderly woman. Rimuru's lip auivers as he looks at her Shizu... Find Peace in the Afterlife... Rimuru's hand shakes uncontrollably as he tries to hold it above Shizu. He lets out a loud sob as tears stream down his face "G-Goodbye Shizu..."

Unique Skill Activated: Devour.

XxX

Rimuru sits on a Cot with his back straight and his hands resting on his thighs. He can't raises his eyes to look at the three humans, Rigurd, and Ranga who are infront of him.

"So then, Shizu Has Passed away?" Kaval's face is that of someone doing his best to hide his emotions behind a indifferent vacade. Everyone Present can tell He's Hurting.

Gido's fist clinch at his sides, He doesn't even try to hold back his own tears "D-Did she atleast go peacefully?"

Rimuru finally manages to look up, He fights back his own sadness "Y-Yes. She told me she was at peace with herself before she passed..."

Eren brings her hand up to her mouth, Tears form at the edges of her eyes. She looks down at the ground "If nothing else I just wish I could have said goodbye to her."

Rimuru takes a deep shuddering breath reigning in his emotions "Before she Died, Shizu told me she had alot of fun traveling with you three. She also Mentioned you three are abit Danger Prone."

Eren Blushes Sheepishly. Suddenly Eren and Gido look at Naval "H-Hey Don't blame me!"

Eren smirks "Well You're the Leader."

"Yeah!"

Kaval points at Gido accusatory "What about You Gido! Remember the Pitfall?"

"H-Hold on! That Only Happened Because Eren pushed me!"

Eren puts her fist on her hips "Nuh-uh! You fell cause your clumsy!"

Rimuru smirks, Honestly this behaviour suites them more than being all sad and stuff... Don't ya think Shizu?

XxX

The trio of Adventurers spend the Majority of the day helping the villagers Clean up and Begin Rebuilding. The Next day The trio Find Rimuru alone on a Hilltop. See same Hilltop he had his first full conversation with Shizu.

Rimuru slowly turns around as they approach. He has Shizu's Mask in his left hand. Kaval Runs his hand through the back of his hair "We Appreciate all your help Rimuru. But we should be heading out."

Rimuru nods "Back to your Country then?"

Kaval hums lightly with a nod "Yeaaah. We gotta Report to the Guildmaster. About what we found Here and About Shizu. Don't worry we only have good things to say about your village." Naval gives Rimuru a wink.

Eren nods quickly "We'll tell him about you too Rimuru!"

Gido crosses his arms "If anything ever comes up, You can count on us"

Rimuru smiles softly and bows his head lightly "Thank You. I'll keep that in mind.. Before you go, What's with that Junk you call gear?"

Rimuru smirks as all three of the adventures make Offended noises of Protest. He chuckles "Come on Guys. Lets go see Kaijin and Gorm."

Rimuru leads the group of three back into the village. He shows them Kaijins tent where the brothers keep their armors, Clothes, and Weapons. Rimuru lets them choose whatever they want.

Kaval puts on a set of Black Steel armor "No way! This Stuff is like my dream Armor!"

Eren grabs a White set of Mage robes and a Pink Ribbon she ties loosely around her neck. "Whoooah~ Look at the quality of this robe! It's light but sturdy! Not to mention Gorgeous!"

Gido puts on a set if leather armor and a new green Tunic. He also grabs a new Dagger "Someone Pinch me! I've never owned such fine Equipment before! Whoah! It's even lined with Fur from a Dire Wolf!"

Rimuru smiles and crosses his arms "Consider those Parting Gifts. Some of our artisons Best work."

kaval scratches his Cheek "Artisons?"

Kaijin walks up with a deep chuckle "I wouldn't call them our best work They're only Prototypes."

Gorm walks up beside his elder brother and leans his arm on the taller dwarf "So do they fit you alright?"

Dorm walks up beside Gorm "It's all about craftsman ship Y'know!"

And Finally Myrd walks up and gives the adventurers a thumbs up "Mhm!"

Rimuru Chuckles "I introduce you. From Right to left. Kaijin, Gorm, Dorm, and Myrd."

kaval leans forward and his eyes widden "Wait! Kaijin!? No waaay."

Eren brings her hands up infront of her chest and leans forward "As in Kaijin the Worlds Greatest Blacksmith!?"

Kaijin Chuckles Deeply "You youngster flatter me."

Kaval leans forward and grabs Kaijins hand. He shakes it vigourisly "Thank You So Much Great Kaijin!"

Rimuru leans against a crate as the three adventurers proceed to Gush over Kaijin and his work. They also praise Th three younger brothers but not to the same extent. Wow, I never knew Kaijin had such a prostegious reputation. He's basically a National Treasure!

XxX

Rimuru, The dwarves, Ranga and atleast a Dozen Goblins Follow The Three adventurers to the edge of the village. Alot of goodbye's are said. At some Point Ranga had really bonded with Eren. The Large Tempest Wolf nearly knocks her off her feet when he jumps up and licks her face.

Rimuru crosses his arms and smiles as they walk away I'll admit it. I'm gonna miss those three.

Rimuru raises up Shizu's mask and looks at it. And I'll Miss you Shizu. We might not of known eachother Long. But for the short amount of time we did. I Loved You. Something about you just made it impossible for me not too. I feel like... Losing you I also Lost a part of myself... I hope we meet again. In our Next life