Demon World.
It is said to be a “parallel world” that exists in a space separate from this world.
And the intelligent beings who inhabit the Demon World are collectively called “demons”.
Demons have been secretly visiting this world since ancient times, and some of them have stayed in the human world, being treated as subhuman beings.
The country founded by these demons residing in the human world is precisely the “Demon Kingdom” where I am now.
“We are settlers. However, among humans, there are those who call us ‘invaders’. These people gather and regularly form armies to overthrow the Demon Kingdom, leading to a war against the Demon Kingdom…”
“So, the invaders are actually humans…?”
“At first, perhaps it was so. However, some of the previous Demon Kings have invaded human countries, so now the situation is a complete mess.”
Vila sighed.
“All I wish for is peace… but it is a fact that within this country and among the demons of the Demon World, there are radical factions advocating for ‘destroying humans’.”
“There is a variety of demons, right?”
“Yes, just like there is a variety of humans.”
Vila spoke with sadness.
For now, Vila decided to investigate the “true Demon King” with the help of her subordinates and patiently wait for new information to emerge.
With that, our emergency meeting, Vila and I, came to an end.
Handling cursed objects and the matter of the “true Demon King” were the main topics for the time being.
“Thank you for everything, Sion,” Vila expressed her gratitude.
“I’m glad to have you here.”
“I just wanted to protect you.”
I smiled at her.
“…I’m grateful.”
Vila said, embracing me.
“Vila…?”
“Can I trust you again in the future…?”
“Of course. I will always be here to help you if you need anything.”
Unintentionally, those words came out of my mouth.
The awareness that she was my sworn enemy had completely disappeared.
I no longer saw her as an enemy…
I was starting to feel something more for her…
