The Demon King Seems to Conquer the World

At the border of the city wall, which outside the city gate, there were familiar people lining up with Galloping Bird. When they saw me coming, they saluted me all at once.

I came closer.

It might be that there was a strong sense of royal family reverence, some of them were sobbing with tears when they saw Carol. When I thought about it, it wasn’t unusual that they were deeply moved.

“Carol, call them out.” (Yuri)

As I said that, Carol nodded. She approached, and stopped in front of them.

“Everyone! I’m sorry to make you worry! Thank you for your hard work during my absence!” (Carol)

All soldiers had a trembling face when they heard the clear voice of Carol.

‘After all, only Carol can do this role. If you’re not a human being who has lived in splendor by nature, you won’t be able to give such an impression.’

“Leaving that aside, you guys did really well. Liao, you can take a break.” (Yuri)

“All members, take a break!” (Yuri)

—

As I got off the Galloping Bird, Liao walked over.

“First of all, let me say thank you. You’ve returned safely.” (Liao)

I was asked to shake hands, so I shook his hand. It was a powerful handshake between men.

“Yeah. Goodness, it was a disaster.” (Yuri)

“It’s fine as long as you’re alive. I thought you were dead, I didn’t feel alive, you know.” (Liao)

He looked really relieved. When he heard the report from Myaro, he wouldn’t have believed it completely until he actually saw me.

‘I understand that worry. If I were in his position, I would be the same. There’s no way I’m not concerned.’

“I see… Sorry, but I’ll talk about it later. I’m taking care a difficult task.” (Yuri)

“Yeah. I heard it from Myaro.” (Liao)

“Hey, let’s talk over there. Carol and Myaro, you both come as well.” (Yuri)

We couldn’t talk too much in the range of soldier’s ears.

The four of us walked to a distance.

“It seems that a person who was wearing a night robe and looked like the Queen’s Sword had explained it. So, how much have you heard?” (Yuri)

I said while looking at Liao. Myaro knew a lot of information, so it’s not weird even if he had heard it.

“I heard it somewhat. We were supposed to escort a young princess here, young Knights as many as 300, and 1000 people. Also, we will get a medal if we return. That is the extend of the information.” (Liao)

“Is that so? Yes, there are about fifty gold coins included with the medal. It’s not just about honor.” (Yuri)

‘It’s appropriate to say fifty, but well, that much is probably good enough. Is it about five million yen? By the way, when I developed the vaccination for chicken pox, Her Majesty the Queen gave me thirty gold coins.’

“With that, you can play a lot.” (Liao)

‘Play a lot, huh?’

“If I couldn’t receive it, that would be a regrettable amount of money.” (Yuri)

‘Cash is precious, so most Knights will be overjoyed if they get fifty gold coins.’

“Hmm, what… did you ask for it?” (Liao)

“That’s the kind of promise I brought them with. I don’t want them to go to the scene of life and death as a matter of course.” (Yuri)

‘I also ask ‘Do you want to do it even if you may die?’ to those people who threw the Molotov cocktail. I want to give them that option.’

“I don’t mind if Yuri-dono says so. They can think that you’ve put it into consideration.” (Liao)

“Is that so?” (Yuri)

“The Knights will inevitably go out for battle whether they are willing or not. You care a lot, but that’s the job from the beginning.” (Liao)

‘Hmm… Sure, that’s true. The Knights, in exchange, have interest in the privileged class.’

“However, this unit isn’t going into battle with any official notice. They were giving me the option to decline, so basically, they were giving them the same option.” (Yuri)

‘Actually, it wasn’t completely free will, but it was in the form of peer pressure. Even if it was just for the public appearance, I feel that it is different when there is such a choice or not.’

“I understand that.” (Liao)

“Well, inform the Galloping Bird unit. Don’t say it in a way that that is the conclusion.” (Yuri)

“Understood.” (Liao)

“Now… let’s move on to work.” (Yuri)

—

“For the time being, I will briefly explain the strategy I’m thinking about.” (Yuri)

I said it in front of them.

“The preparation for the cargo to carry food out of the castle is expected to be completed by noon, and the goal is to get the refugees out of the city by that time. Liao, you haven’t looked at what’s happening inside the wall. They are carrying a bag full of luggage and a chest of drawers. They have to leave them all except valuables. We can’t have them slowing down our speed.” (Yuri)

Liao distorted his mouth like the ‘へ’ character.

‘He’s probably thinking that this is a difficult job.’

“First, we will incorporate 300 soldiers, who will be coming out from the castle, under our order. 300 people… Is there 24 people in the Galloping Bird unit?” (Yuri)

“Yes.” (Myaro)

Myaro replied.

‘So, a person will… uhm, a little bit over twelve people per person. It’s difficult with twelve people.’

“Let’s bring in some people from the Eagle unit. I heard that some of the eagles are in bad condition. Tell the people in the castle that we want to exchange it for horses or birds.” (Yuri)

‘We will have to pay for the eagle later, but this should come out of the budget. From the perspective of the castle, it’s no longer a maneuver warfare, so the exchange should be appreciated. It can be used for anything such as for contact, reconnaissance, suicide attack and escape.’

“So, each person will be in charge of approximately ten people, and they will lead them. For convenience, let’s call it a platoon.” (Yuri)

‘The 300 people over there aren’t particularly selected, unlike our unit members. Our people are selected people, so they probably can lead ten people.’

“If you are a particularly talented person, you can lead a bit more people than average. Combine as much as possible to suit your age group. From the looks of it, they’re about 19 years old. If you incorporate them to our people who are under 16, it can cause trouble.” (Yuri)

Liao nodded.

“Once that’s done, use them to lay inspections at the city gate. Let them throw away the refugees’ luggage, and start walking by the end of the day.” (Yuri)

Liao raised his hand.

“Yes. Go ahead.” (Yuri)

“I was thinking. If you tell them to throw away their luggage, it’s probably quite difficult. I think they will resist, so should I threaten or abandon them?” (Liao)

“I was thinking of that too. So, first, let’s do emergency food distribution outside the castle.” (Yuri)

When I said that, Liao looked surprised.

“We’ll give food to those who throw their luggage away. If they know that they won’t starve, they won’t be reluctant to throw their luggage away, right? It’s better to feed them to walk, and that’s killing two birds with a stone.” (Yuri)

“…Well, you’re right.” (Liao)

He looked impressed.

“Alright. Do you have any other questions or suggestions?” (Yuri)

I looked over those three, and there seemed to be no question.

“Then, Myaro. Follow Liao and help him with the incorporation. Carol and I will go back to the main unit and ask if anyone can let go of their eagle.” (Yuri)