Hey guys! It's your resident neighbor BlueTomatoGhost here! I just wanted to take the time to thank everyone for showing an interest in this little story I'm so very lazily writing, lol. I know I know that I said I'd write a lil something something every month and I apologize for misleading you all. When I finally checked my email I haven't used in a while I saw a lot of friendly reviews from everyone. Seeing those gave my lazy ass the boost I needed and I got to writing as soon as possible to respond to your reviews! I know this little story isn't much and that the writing I didn't in 2017 and~ 2018 was pretty bad, but I paid extra attention to improving it in this chapter! Yay. That said there might be some errors because I only skimmed it when I proofread XD. Once again, Thank you all for reading this story and I hope you enjoy!
P.S: If you've got any more of them reviews to write I'd appreciate it. It doesn't have to be all nice and fluffy though I'm not opposed to it, it can also be hard, cold, and wicked like a pineapple that's been in the sun on a nice summer day and then suddenly cut into nice small triangle shapes and put on pizza, OH GOD this is not going to a happy place for me... Anyway, critiques are welcome, lol. A fella can get a bit lonely out here in the desert.
On the 9th floor of the Great Tomb of Nazarick, one of the 41 maids Etoile quietly dusts off the corridor diligently with a look of intense focus upon her face. Like her many sisters, she takes great pride in her duties as a maid. Any job that is given to them must be handled with absolute care and attention, such is her creator's will. As Etoile approaches a certain room in her assigned area a violent shiver takes hold of her body, under this intense feeling her legs buckle under and she falls to her knees unable to breathe steadily. Her terrified gaze slowly looks over to the room she was supposed to enter and clean was occupied by the highest-ranking beings within Nazarick at the moment. As she searched her memory she recalled that room was the 4th of the many conference room located on the 9th floor. Mustering up her courage she tremblingly walks over toward the door and knocks twice with the little strength she could gather.
As on cue the overwhelming killing intent coming from within suddenly vanishes.
"Ah~... This is Etoile, I have been assigned to clean this area of the 9th floor may I enter to complete my duties?"
"You may enter - de arinsu"
"Yes"
Opening the door Etoile was greeted with a sight of six of the seven-floor guardians present.
"Apologies Etoile, we had not intended for our meeting to go on this long please forgive us for interfering with your duties" - says demiurge as he gives her a slight bow.
"It is of no concern. May I ask why you have gathered within this room sir Demiurge?" - Etoile says stiffly.
"Ah yes, we guardians have been tasked with naming Lord Ainz's heir. This meeting is specifically for that task"
"It is as he says Etoile-san, which is why we should go with the name I suggested from the start!"- says Aura who has her arms crossed and is nodding her head in an approving manner.
Exhausting is cold breath in a forceful manner Cocytus loudly pounds his lower left arm onto his knee expressing his displeasure.
"That. Name. Does. Not. Befit. A. Name. Worthy. Of. Our. Lords. Heir!"
Speaking up from his right, as she quietly files her fingernails.
"Oh~ Then Cocytus the name that you proposed earlier is? It would seem that we cannot come to an agreement."
Exclaiming in an exaggerated manner then stands up from his seat and walked over to an empty space. With his back turned to everyone, he then turns around in a stylish and crisp manner raising his left arm while placing the right upon his chest.
"Glorious! Such a beautiful name that befits our heir! Truly I have thought of the most honorable, the most suitable, and supreme name-"
Clapping is his hand for attention.
"Yes yes, Pandora's Actor we understand which name you have proposed is indeed suitable, however, we as the ones tasked with this assignment must come to a consensus together."
Quietly floating over his seat, the only one of the guardians to have not said a single word during this meeting speaks up.
"Uoy ssabmud rehtom srekcuf deen ot ediced no a gnikcuf eman won I tog tihs ot od dna sehctib ot llac. I t'nod tnaw ot eb dnuora uoy tihs decaf selohssa yna regnol."
[ I propose that we make a list of names then have those who weren't directly tasked with this vote on which name they believe is most befitting]
"What an excellent idea Victim! I must say this is indeed a good way to get past our current dilemma"
After drinking a sip of juice and placing the cup back onto the table he sits back up into his chair.
"I. I~ a.. Agree with Victim as well." - Mare says with a stern a determined look on his face.
As all the other guardians agree to the idea Demiurge draws the list of name each of the guardians proposed.
"I believe it would be best if we made an announcement and set multiple voting boxes around Nazarick. I believe one day should be enough time for each person to deliver their vote."
As the Guardians, all nod in agreement Demiurge hands said list to Etoil.
"Since you are here, please give this list and note to Pestonia when you report to her. In the meantime, I shall report back to Ainz-sama about our decision. This meeting is adjourned for the time being."
As the Guardians exit, the room Shalltear stands by the doorway waiting for the last to exit the room.
"Demiurge, I have a message from Ainz-sama."
With a twinkle in his diamond eye, Demiurge gives Shalltear a slight smile.
"Ah yes, I have already discerned what his orders might be, with that said, I will inform the other guardians during our next meeting of the reason for your absence. Is that all you wished to tell?"
A bit shocked by his response, but not entirely unexpected Shalltear thought.
"Ah - yes that is all. I'll take my leave now."
Bow to Shalltear as she walks away Demiurge smiles with a wide grin.
"Do work hard for the benefit of Nazarick."
In a lavish restaurant fit for only those of the noble society and those few wealthy merchants who manage to build themselves up to a point in the high society of the Baharuth Empire. A man sits in a corner out of place, while clean and un-dirty his suit face, and hair is subpar and lacks the elegance of those well made around him. He knew being in such a place was not for him. His mannerisms and improper table etiquette invited scorn by those closest around him which further made him feel insecure. However he Ignoring the noble men and women audibly talking about him, he focuses his attention on his current job, as he eyes two other guests across the room. From what he was told it looked to be an old nobleman and what could be his niece or mistress having a conversation while enjoying their meal. By observing them closer he notices that the woman enjoys talking much of the time, it would seem that she is talking about names and their meanings while the old man listened carefully. He didn't understand why they were talking about names and he didn't really care. His only job was to lead these two to the factory which were his only orders for tonight. His boss gave him a pouch of money to spend telling him to spend what was necessary to keep tabs on the two until they left. Normally he would never dream of eating at a five-star restaurant as such he was so happy he was the one who was chosen for this part of the mission.
"Sir, may I take your plate?"
Snapping back from his focus, he didn't quite hear the annoying waiter standing next to him. His stupid face obviously showing how upset he was that he had to attend such an improper man he thought. Normally he would never dream of eating at a five-star restaurant as such he was so happy he was the one who was chosen for this part of the mission. So he decided to make the best of this opportunity while it lasted.
"Ah~ yes take it. I'll have a desert next"
Picking up the messy plate the waiter takes out a menu with the details of the few deserts the offer.
"Yes, here is a list of deserts that we offer for tonight. We have Simon Milk Pie, Yon Grizer Noots Seck Cream Jelly, and a new refreshment delicacy called Gamur garl Buth Wutir."
Thinking to himself the man didn't know which of the deserts he wanted, of course, he would want to try them all, however, he didn't think he had enough money to cover that together with the three-course meal he just had.
"I'll shall leave the decision to you" he thought would be the best answer.
"Then I will choose the desert that shall delight your palate, please excuse me sir" he bows then walks away.
Looking back over at the two people it would seem they are in the middle of eating their dessert as well which means they'll be leaving soon. As he observes the two eating the women suddenly leans forward, placing a hand on the old man's face removing a bit of cream stuck to the side of his bird. Leaning back she licks the cream from her thumb smiling. The old man almost frozen by the sudden experience lets out an uncomfortable but warm chuckle.
"Here you are sir, I present the Gamur garl Buth Wutir." the waiter places the elegant glass cup on the table.
Looking at the sparkling clear liquid the man eyes it with doubt of its quality. Believing it to be nothing but sweat water. Taking a mouthful of the drink the man mouth bursts with an exquisite flavor, unlike anything he has ever had before. The water-like fluid flows with a nice cream like texture down his throat and leaves a delightful after taste that pleases the mouth and leaves it watering for more.
"Waiter I would like another of this!" he says in a hurry.
"Apologies sir, that was the last we had prepared tonight. To make your first experience better we've included our new topping that hasn't been released which is Puu'be Uf De Gamur. Our signature dessert's full name, Gamur garl Buth Wutir With Puu'be Uf De Gamur. Please enjoy"
Noticing movement from the corner, the two targets were getting ready to leave. Downing the rest of his drink the man gets up from his seat pays for his meal and dessert and follows suit.
Leaving the restaurant to continue their date, both Sebas, and Tuare stroll thru the Baharuth Empire, this was Tuare's first time visiting the Empire as such Sebas wanted her to explore this place and see its many breathtaking sites. While exploring the outside of the calcium district they hear gossip about the Sorcerer Kings feat at defeating the Marcial Lord in the arena. Their battle is still fresh in the minds of the Baharuth citizens.
"To think Lord Ainz-sama, would participate and even capture the hearts of citizens from another country in a battle arena is unbelievable. He truly is an amazing and absolute ruler!" - Tusae says while watching all the passersby talking about the battle.
"Indeed you are correct in thinking so, Lord Ainz-sama is a great man with unrivaled intellect. He is the only one among the Supreme Beings capable of leading them."
"Sebas-san, I've heard mention of the Supreme Beings once before, who are they exactly?"
"Ah yes, as a new member of Nazarick you would not know much of them. The forty-one Supreme Being are the creators of all that you see in Nazarick and Ainz-sama is their leader. Each of the Supreme Beings possesses unrivaled power and knowledge that far exceeds my own and my fellows." - Sebas says with a prideful tone.
"Does that mean Sebas-san was also created by the Supreme Beings?"
"My creator's name is Lord Touch Me-sama. He is a man worthy of being called the incarnation Justice, among all the Supreme Beings he is the strongest."
"Lord Touch Me-sama, sound like a very interesting man, though I may sound rude, I would like to meet him if I could."
While walking on for a short time smiling within his heart, Sebeas rarely gets to talk much about his creator to anyone within Nazarick. He could always ask Lord Ainz for such information but it would be rude to take up his masters precious times for idle chit chat.
"That sadly will not be impossible, out of the Forty One Supreme Beings only One has stayed behind with us, Lord Ainz-sama." - Sebas says with a heavy heart.
"What do you mean Sebas-san, have they gone somewhere very far?"
"I do not know where they have gone or why they left, but it would seem they have chosen to leave the world. The only person who would know the exact reason would be Lord Ainz-sama himself"
"When you say left the world, are the Supreme Beings Gods? To have created Nazarick and the many beings who dwell within is such a feat only Gods would be able to achieve" - Tuare says in an amazed tone.
"You may be correct about that, the Supreme Beings are capable of unimaginable things and I dare say they could not create an entire wor -
"Hm, is there something to matter Sebas-san?" - Tsuare says looking up a Sebas.
"Hm, it would seem that we are being followed" - Sebas says with a stern icy voice.
Rummaging through the thick bushes to find the exit Hamsuke follows closely behind the pouting Pinison who did not pay attention to the thick bushes as she floats right above them. The two of them are currently heading towards the largest tree on this floor known as the Gigantic Tree which is the current home of Aura and Mare. The only other residents of this simple home that closely resemble that of a log cabin are a few elves that were spared during the night of the Worker massacre.
"Pinison-san you shouldn't be so rude to someone you just met. Walking away without saying the proper goodbye can leave a bad impression on one" - Hamsuke says in a weighty voice with the undertone of displeasure.
Knowing full well of Pinisons personality she'll most likely lash out yelling at him Hamsuke thinks as he watches Pinison float above the bushes a few minutes go by as the two continue to walk be for an unexpected reaction comes from Pinison.
"Grr I! Eh err~ I... I suppose my actions were a bit rude back there. Hmph I, I guess I will give that Lizardman an apology the next time we meet"
Hamsuke who is completely dumbfounded stops in his tracks watching Pinison float away. To think that she could apologize for something she did wrong is simply amazing!
"What's keeping you? The big tree is this way, right?" Pinison says turning around at Hamsuke.
Quickly recovering himself Hamsuke continues walking.
"Wow Piniso-san this one is simply amazed that you are capable of apologizing!"
An annoyed look appears on Pinisons face as she responds.
"Why wouldn't I capable of responding?! I am after all a great Dryad after all and I must conduct myself accordingly."
Where did this pompous attitude come from! She's such a weird person and her personality is all over the place Hamsuke thinks.
"Ah well, this one didn't think… Never mind; Oh! Look Pinisan-san it seems Lady Aura and Lady Mare have arrived!"
Standing on his hind legs and walking in the direction of the Gigantic Tree where Aura and Mare stand about to enter their home.
Taking notice of the approaching presence she noticed was heading in her direction for some time now Aura turns in its direction. Knowing exactly who the two are Aura figures they're just here to annoy her with ridiculous things again. However, today she doesn't have time to pay much attention to them because her duties are not yet done. As Hamsuke and Pinison approach Aura watches with her arms crossed and an irritated look on her face. Leaning to her right she quickly taps her foot on the ground impatiently waiting for them to arrive.
"W-what's the matter sis?" - Mare says with a puzzled look as he turns around before shrinking down to enter the tree.
"It looks like that one named Hamsuke and Pinison are approaching. I know they're heading straight here so I'll see what they want before I go on patrol."
Not interested in what they might want Mare put it out of mind. Instead, he continues thinking about what's been on his mind since he left the meeting room.
"I- I see weh-well I'll just leave it to you then." - He says excitedly.
"Of Course you will, all you want to do is go sleep even though you don't need to!" - he says with a smirk on her face.
"Ahh~ b-but sis! Y- you eat food even though you don't need to eat."
"Hmph! I can eat food because Bukubukuchagama tells me it's lunchtime!"
Smiling at his sister her who has just lost her high ground Mare thinks he got her now. She won't be able to bother him while he sleeps because she is doing something unnecessary as he is, so she won't be able to complain about it much further. As Mare thinks this Hamsuke and Pinison walk up to them.
"This one is happy that you two have come back so soon!" Hamsuke says in a joyful tone as he approaches with Pinison.
Taking this as his cue to leave Mare turns and shrinks down to enter the tree before Arua could stop him from escaping her expected barrage of verbal complaints.
"Yes yes, I sense you two were approaching so I waiting to see what you wanted. I don't have much time to talk because I have still have rounds to make so make it quick, okay?"
"This one is sorry to take up your time Aura-dono. I will make my question quick. Pinison-san here doesn't believe that Milord Ainz-dono and his noble friends have created the sky above us and that we are underground."
"You see here Aura! I can't believe that! It such a thing is only achievable by gods!" - Pinison says as she clutched her head yelling at the top of her lungs.
"Sigh~ The Supreme Being including Ainz-sama are gods, there is no way they can't be. Also, Ainz-sama and the Supreme did create the sky above us, I believe for them anything is possible including make everything you see in Nazarick, for them it was a simple matter. Does that answer your question?"
"See Pinison-san, it was just as this one told you." - Hamsuke says satisfied.
"Though it still sounds unbelievable considering how strong you people are it would make sense."
"Great! Now I have work to do, I'll see you guys later!" Aura runs off into the direction of her beats nests.
"Ah~ She's gone. Well then, it seems it is time for this one to go train. This one will see you later Pinison-san!" Hamsuke walks away into the direction of the teleport gates.
"Hmph! Like I can believe something so ridiculously unbelievable. I guess I should start making planes to escape this place. Maybe I'll ask the others in the village what they think."
As per-usual before he meets his beloved master he inspects his clothing thoroughly as he approaches the room down the corridor. At the end, one of Cocytuse's subordinates stands guard next to door determined not to allow any enemy to pass him. Though the likelihood of that ever happening is zero. With every step he takes a great sensation of heat builds up within his chest and expecting to relish in peering into his master meticulous plans through their conversation gives him tremendous joy. Arriving at the door paying no attention to the guard he knocks on the door. A moment later it opens and one of the forty-one maids reveals herself from behind the door. Thinking to himself he tries to recall her name -
"Ah it is you Demiurge-san, I shall let Ainz-sama know you have arrived"
"Please do" He says with a smile.
The door closes and then opens the next moment.
"You may enter" - she says opening the door.
Walking past the maid to towards his sitting master at his desk he stops just shy of three feet from it. Glancing to his master side observing the smiling women who stand next to his master, he like always still can't read what's on her mind, which is a slight frustration for him, but that feeling quickly melts away.
"Ah Demiurge, I thank you for coming all this way. What news do you have for me?"
"Lord Ainz-sama, I have come to personally inform you on our decision you have entrusted to us guardians." - he says while bowing.
"EH?! Ahem, you've already come to a consensus on the name together?"
"Ah, you see Ainz-sama, we had different ideas on which names to choose as such after much debate we decided to draft a list of the names each guardian thought of and let the rest of Nazarick vote on the final decision, of course, if you are not satisfied with the name you can always change it Ainz-sama."
"As expected of you and the other guardians, good work Demiurge" - giving Demiurge a slight nod.
"Nono, thank you Lord Ainz for bestowing such a task upon us. We are grateful for this wonderful opportunity to develop such a close relationship with the soon to be heir"
"Ah well yes, I am happy you all have taken this task to heart. I'll leave the voting process to you and the others."
As he has foreseen his master has left the task to him, the trust his Lord Ainz shows in him to complete this weighty task fills him with joy.
"I shall and the other guardians shall complete this task with the utmost heist and delicacy. Before I take my leave, would you like for us to handle the matter of Shalltear in the same manner Lord?"
"Huh?... Wha; yes do handle it the same way." - he says waving his hand in a dismissing manner.
"Understood Lord Ainz-sama. I shall take my leave then" - once again bowing Demiurge turns around and leave the room.
Ugh - he's gone! It's always so stressful talking with that man, it felt like he was looking into my soul for a second there. What did he mean by the matter of Shalltear? Could it be… Oh~
"Albedo, it would seem I have forgotten to inform Demiurge of something important. I would like for you to attend the meeting inform him and the rest."
"Ainz-sama? What might you have forgotten?" - Albedo says quizzingly.
"Ahem yes, about that -
Leaving his master's room with a satisfied look upon his face. He walks off fully confident in discerning what his master's intentions were for this task.
"Ah, it is about time that I contact that person," - he says with a smile but a hint of displeasure present.