That Time I Got Reincarnated as a Slime (転生したらスライムだった件)

Umm, I'd like to thank you all for coming to this eve of the Founder's Festival.

My name is Rimuru. I have recently been appointed a Demon Lord.

Today I'd like to set the difficult topics aside

and hope that all of you here will enjoy the dishes of our nation.

I was never one for long speeches,

so let's get this started without further ado.

Cheers!

Cheers!

I lean against the big tree to have a chill time

Hoping even the clear wind that passes by briskly

won't lose patience with me

If we take up the sword

while we're still young at heart

there's no turning back

If I end up hurting someone, I want to apologize

So do you You have your reason, right?

This story won't end as just a dream

Let's weave this love

Make me believe it's being tied by an unbreakable thread

Widen your angle of view Make it so there is no death zone

Let's immerse ourselves in this dizzying world

Not because of someone else's doing

Let's stay together today

Let's sleep while holding hands

Day by Day Our lives won't last forever

I embrace my anxieties

There's absolutely no right answer, so let me try this

I turn on my headphone

I feel nostalgic again today

I want to treasure things that touch my heartstrings

I want to stay barefoot

I want to keep my promises

I want to be myself

These are good! I expect no less from Shuna and Mr. Yoshida.

Our guests seem to be enjoying themselves, so that's a relief.

What's that, Rimuru?

Oh, it's starting.

What kind of fish is that?

What a fearsome look.

Wow! They look tasty!

Ah, but...

Nobody's taking them...

We have no customs of eating raw fish in this world, after all.

Sorry man, I'll have to pass on this one.

So they think this is some low-grade garbage food, huh.

All right.

I'll take one.

Oh, by all means...

Enjoy!

This is the best, Hakuro!

That it is, I'm sure!

I was concerned such fine fish may not last for long,

but it seems I wouldn't have to worry about that.

I'll look forward to eating these after this, no doubt!

Would you make me a piece of tuna underbelly without the wasabi, please?

What are you, a child?

Oh, shut it.

I don't like the way it stings in my nose.

Also...

A little more variety would be nice.

You sure are asking for a lot.

A real connoisseur knows how to enjoy the flavor of the wasabi, you know?

Who cares?

What's that even matter?

If it tastes good, it tastes good.

Kept you waiting!

This is really the best.

It pisses me off, but I respect you for this, Rimuru.

I'll have one too, then.

Oh, and I'm not a kid, so I'll have mine with wasabi.

Whoa! It just melted in my mouth!

Man, it's kinda touching how I can eat sushi this good in this world.

It's really different from a freshwater fish.

I asked Free Guild for a fish like this, but they turned me down.

And I can't get them teleported with magic, so I had given up on it.

But now I have more things to look forward to in life.

There's nothing we can do about that.

The northern seas are too dangerous with all the giant sea creatures.

And the south is too far away to transport them all the way here.

You can't make a profit off just shipping the seafood from the inland waters.

I knew it. There are still a lot of issues with transportation in this world.

All according to plan.

If our guests learn the existence of delights exclusive to Tempest...

Sir Rimuru.

May we have some of those as well?

Yes, of course.

Excellent as always.

Mmmh! This is good!

I had no idea that monster fish could be this delicious.

I thought all you can do with fish is to grill them.

Hey, if it tastes good, there's nothing wrong with it.

Me too! I'll have that as well!

So am I!

Me too!

Urgent news!

What's the matter? Did something happen?

A large flying object has flown into the town!

A flying object?

Reporting!

S-Sorcerous Dynasty of Thalion's guardian dragon has appeared!

It's an emergency! Emperor Elmesia El-Ru Thalion herself has set foot upon this land!

Her Excellency Elmesia and her entourage are walking toward this reception hall!

Oh, that's a relief.

I was wondering what was up.

You're just as thoughtless and ignorant as ever, eh?

This kind of reaction is to be expected if that Emperor Elmesia left her borders.

What do you mean by that?

The Sorcerous Dynasty of Thalion is a large nation.

They boast military prowess on par with Dwargon's,

and is an entirely independent nation, not involved with the Council of the West.

And as their name "Dynasty" implies,

it is a federation of thirteen distinct kingdoms.

The Emperor Elmesia is hailed as a descendant of divinity,

and hold immense power that lets her declare herself as the Heavenly Emperor.

Dwargon has existed for a thousand years.

And Thalion is said to have existed for over two thousand years.

That means not even I can raise my head high against her.

Humans who have much shorter life spans would never have the chance to meet her.

I see.

I meant to invite only Archduke Erald,

but I ended up landing someone much bigger, huh.

Oh, seems like they've finally arrived.

Don't let your guard down, Rimuru.

Think of her as the sliest old fox you'll ever see.

I have accepted your kind invitation.

It gladdened me.

Likewise, it is an honor to meet you...

Report. Detecting mental interference. Blocked.

This is likely not an attack, but an effect of her Heroic Aura skill leaking.

Oh crap! This lady's Heroic Aura is on a whole 'nother level compared to Gazel's!

Looks like it'd be better not to get on her bad side.

I'd love it if you could enjoy your visit here this evening!

Yes.

I do look forward to this festival tomorrow,

and I hope they prove to be eminently enjoyable.

Also...

It doesn't have to be today, but could you make time for me?

There's something I wanna discuss with you in a more relaxed environment.

All right. I'll let you know once we figure out the time.

Man, I'm beat.

You were so close to getting swallowed up by her, weren't you?

If you hadn't kept yourself sharp, that old hag would've...

Seems like elves have good hearing. I should watch out, too.

Great Rimuru!

Oh, Mjöllmile! How's the preparation going?

It's all going well!

The merchants had a good first impression of the town

and I think we can build good ties with them from now on.

Sounds like it's all good on your side.

Yes, sir. It's all in good hands.

But... Well... Umm...

It's fine.

Hm? What is it?

Hm, I hope it's just my imagination,

but I am recognizing rather few of the tradespeople working here

alongside the large merchants I have close ties to.

It caught my attention, so I decided to look into it...

But well, there's no problem to speak of.

Perhaps being given such a large task has made me a tad high-strung.

Well then, if you excuse me.

You're not going to stay and eat?

I still have to prepare for tomorrow's battle tournament. I can't rest just yet.

See you.

You're such a hard worker, Mjöllmile.

Hey, look.

They're finally here.

Yeah.

They're late, so I got kinda worried.

Sorry, I have to go greet them.

Oh, Milim's here?

Looks like she got all dressed up today.

The Demon Lords have arrived.

With no wasabi.

No wasabi, okay?

Hello, Rimuru!

The day's finally here!

I hope you'll get us food that'll make Middray knock his socks off!

Yeah, no worries there.

More importantly, did she get angry with you?

I-It's fine!

I convinced Frey that I've built up awareness as a ruler

and was out protecting my territory!

You were out protecting a dungeon, not your territory, though.

And looks like her cover's been blown...

Thank you for inviting us today.

I apologize for our tardiness.

Lady Milim, our new master, was missing for quite a long time.

So we didn't have much time to fit her for her formal wear.

We certainly don't mind it at all, so please, enjoy yourselves.

Yes, of course.

You were so kind to build a new city for us,

so I'm so grateful that you also invited us to this fantastic event.

Well, I hope our food is to your liking as well.