Cardinal Meeting room, Slane Theocracy…

Cardinal of Darkness, Zarg Raymond POV:

Ah… this meeting is gonna be a headache. I bet we're about to receive a lot of bad information aren't we?

The Pontifex begins, "Unfortunately, the Cardinal of Earth will not be joining us today. I trust I don't have to explain why?"

The other cardinals nod, and he sighs.

"Now then, addressing the major ogre in the room. The gargantuan golem that appeared outside of Kami Miyako a day ago. I've talked with Thousand Mile Astrologer, and discovered something. On the golem's shoulder were three people. Two were dark elves with heterochromatic eyes, and the other was a pale human boy with shoulder length black hair. The important part is what they were wearing. All three of them wore swimsuits, and on the swimsuits was the flag of the Sorcerous Kingdom."

"What!?" All of us screamed.

"Yes yes, I'm sure you all have questions. I'll answer them all in due time, but allow me to finish my report. These two elves are the same ones we've seen in the invasion of Re-estize, the druid and the beast user. We haven't been able to confirm the identity of the human child yet, so we don't know if he's important or not. He didn't look that strong, and he has no magical talent, so I don't think he's that vital to the undead. However, we can't say that he's not important either, as he was with the elves and golem."

"Why was the golem even in front of Kami Miyako in the first place?"

"A show of power perhaps? Undead like to flaunt. He's already shown us his power though, with Jaldabaoth and Re-estize. Maybe a warning? We know too little right now."

"Mhm. I advocate to maintain the status quo."

"Yes. Same here. Our military has been too weakened, we cannot put up a proper fight. Plus, we can't fight two wars, we need to finish what's going on with the elves."

"Should we possibly enter into diplomatic relations with the Sorcerous Kingdom? Or at least make a peace treaty?"

"Do you really think the undead will accept a peace treaty?!"

"He's been shown to be capable of reasoning. Although I can't say the people would agree with diplomatic relations. Perhaps we can talk to him in private?"

"Hold it! Where did they even hide that damn golem!? That thing was huge!"

"There's lots of places. The mountains, caverns, lakes, and caves. The problem is how he got it here without us knowing."

"It was probably the 'gate' spell."

"Ah, we've gotten a lot of reports about that spell. He used it to transport his armies, and he now used it to transport the golem. It only goes to emphasize on the point that we can't beat him right now."

"So, are we all in agreement to simply continue watching for now?"

"Mm."

"Yes."

"Yes.

"Mhm."

"Good. Now then. Should we attempt to make contact with him? Or should we continue to rely on our spies for information?"

"I think it's quite clear he's only letting our spies see what he wants them to see. I think we should pull them back and start relations with him."

"I think not! He's an undead, the enemy of living! We'll be chastised by our balls by the public, and we'll be betraying the gods as well!"

"I think it's worth a shot. Eventually, we'll revolt. But we must buy time to build our scriptures back up. Although… If we do establish relations, perhaps we can get the crown of wisdom back? If we regain the last Miko Princess, that will heal a gaping wound in our side."

"Oh! Good idea. Although, it was Momon who killed Clementine, so it's rightfully his. We'd be asking for it back, relying on his compassion."

"Speaking about adventurers, should we talk to Blue Rose? Having them reside in The Theocracy would give us quite a bit more defense."

"Indeed. We just missed them during the war, where are they now?"

"I believe in the Council-States."

"Hrgk-!"

"That may be a problem then."

"Mm."

"Alright. Who is in favor of establishing contact with the Sorcerous Kingdom?"

"I am."

"I am.

"I am not!"

"I guess I am…"

"Then, I'll call on you all tomorrow, and we shall discuss this in further detail, yes? For the time being, every scripture except for the Holocaust Scripture is to stay in Kami Miyako, on standby. I'd prepare the Extra Seat of the Black Scripture as well, in case things go wrong. Prioritize finding a new holder for Downfall of Castle and Country, we'll most likely need that as well."

"Got it."

At that, we all begin to stand up, and file out of the room. I was right, this was bad news… to have to talk to such an unholy being for the sake of survival… forgive me, Lord Surshana!

Unknown Meeting room, 9th Floor of Nazarick…

Albedo POV:

This report is… interesting. Suzuki-sama went outside? He didn't even have a world item on him! The guardians should know better! Just because Suzuki-sama changed forms, doesn't mean the rules he made before don't apply. It seems this is one more thing I must address at the meeting.

The door opens, and in steps Cocytus. Normally, I don't call all of the guardians to a meeting like this, but we must decide on what to do now.

"Greetings. Albedo."

"Mm. Hello. The other guardians should be here shortly, take a seat."

The door opens again, and this time it's the Twins and Demiurge. After a few minutes, Shalltear comes in. Then, in walks Pandora's Actor and Sebas.

"Good. We're all here, so the meeting can begin. First order of business, why was Suzuki-sama allowed outside without a world item?"

At this, the offenders freeze up.

"U-um…"

"Well-arinsu…"

"Err…"

"Because you forgot. Although, some of this can be seen as failure on my part, for not taking the proper countermeasures beforehand. So, I shall remedy this after the meeting. Speaking of which, do you know where Suzuki-sama's world item went, Pandora?"

"I do not, mademoiselle, as it is not in the schatzkammer."

"Mm. I see."

"I would like to ask something, Albedo."

"What is it Demiurge?"

"What are you planning?"

"Hm? Whatever do you mean?"

Of course, I know exactly what he means.

"Suzuki-sama has gained a flesh and blood body, so I'm confused as to why you aren't smothering him at night."

Mm. Of course Demiurge would wonder about that, in fact, I'm sure all the other guardians have such thoughts.

"Do you honestly think I have such little self control? I-"

All of the guardians nod, even Aura and Mare. Honestly! I'm not that deprived of love!

"Eventually I'll introduce myself more to him, but for now, I'm letting him get accustomed to Nazarick. However after that…"

I cannot wait to pin Suzuki-sama down and have him bless me with his children… ah, maybe I can cook for him! I can dress him up in all sorts of outfits, and then…

"Hehehehe…"

"Albedo."

Sebas's voice brings me back to reality.

"Ah. Mm, forgive me. First, we must establish if Suzuki-sama still has control over the Eighth floor Hierarchy. While he's on the eighth floor, we can also see if he can still use the Staff of Ainz Ooal Gown. That's all for what he should do in Nazarick, next is the outside world. I'm sure we'll face some repercussions from the Slane Theocracy due to Gargantua, as they're likely very intimidated now. Not to say they weren't before, but he really pushed the point that we're better than them. I'd also like Mare to continue training Suzuki-sama, so that way he isn't completely defenseless when he goes outside. I trust I shouldn't have to say this, but Suzuki-sama is not allowed outside without two members of the Pleiades, or a Guardian. That's all I have to say for now."

"Thank. You. Albedo. Should. We. Begin. Sharing. Experiences. We've. Had. With. Suzuki. Sama?"

"Ah- um- well… Suzuki-sama is v-very talented! He can l-learn any magic he h-hears about!"

"I have heard that Suzuki-sama has begun calling Yuri Alpha, 'Oka-san'."

"Suzuki. Sama. Calls. Me. Uncle. Cocytus."

Oka-san? Ah… if only Suzuki-sama would call me that… alright! That's my first goal I'm going to work towards. Having Suzuki-sama give me a nickname…

"Oka-san? Hm… it would be nice to be called Nee-sama-arinsu."

"I doubt he'll call you that, lamprey. He'll be too scared."

"Hoh? And you think he won't be scared of those saggy bags you call boobs on your chest-arinsu? At least I look like someone his age-arinsu."

"Little boys are naturally drawn to motherly figures."

"Indeed they are, but your assets are too oversized-arinsu. They're drawn to motherly figures, not overly inflated balloons-arinsu."

"Me and Suzuki-sama hugged! For a really long time too…"

Shalltear and I snap out of our quarrel, turning to the smug looking elf. It seems I underestimated Aura. I ignored her before because she was too young, but now that Suzuki-sama is also young, he might find her attractive. Hm… what to do…

"Father has tough times ahead…"

"Indeed. However, I cannot wait to see what happens. If they do procreate with Suzuki-sama, I wonder how powerful the children will be. Although Shalltear cannot get pregnant, I wonder if Suzuki-sama will come up with ways to bypass that…"

"I think we should keep Suzuki-sama away from such acts right now. He's only a child."

"Of course you want that, Sebas. Suzuki-sama's age matters not, as you can tell, his magical ability and mental prowess have not decreased in the slightest. It almost makes me wonder… was all of this part of a larger scheme? Perhaps he transformed for the exact reason to bless us with heirs, or he had something much greater in mind. Once again, I cannot comprehend him."

"Hm. Heirs… To. Not. Only. Have. Suzuki. Sama. Call. Me. Uncle. But. His. Children. As. Well? What. Did. I. Do. To. Deserve. This?"

Uwah... quite the short chapter! I havent been writing at all recently, so I apologize for not getting this out sooner! Im going to begin work of another chapter of Shota Suzuki after this, so do not worry.

Although, theres another story im going to work on. Im also putting Climbing the Steps on hiatus, as that storyline wont really go anywhere.

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