I, the “Clock User”, Was Kicked Out of the Craftsmen’s Guild for Being Incompetent, but at the Dungeon’s Depths, I Awakened My True Power – Even Though I Was Told to Return Because They Couldn’t Handle the Work, It’s Too Late Now, and I Will Live Freely as an SSS-class Adventurer V9C5

Translated by Hamster


**Volume 9: A Moment of Respite**

**05. Meeting with the Demon King**


After the Demon King's coming out, the group returned to the mansion and continued their conversation in the drawing room.

Given that the Demon King was involved, they couldn't allow unrelated individuals to hear their conversation. Thus, they decided to continue in the mansion's drawing room.

"Well, there seems to be some suspicion, but first, I would like to talk about our purpose and circumstances. Is that alright?"

At the Demon King's suggestion, everyone nodded in agreement.

"I want to make it clear from the start that I am not here to do something that would disadvantage the Rustgard Empire, nor am I siding with the Heimburgh Kingdom. I've come to seek your cooperation for my personal objectives, which I believe will benefit the Rustgard Empire in the long run."

Cyclo and the others showed a slight understanding of the Demon King's words. The claim that the proposal wasn't against their country's interests was natural, and it made sense even with this sudden request for cooperation.

"But it depends on what kind of cooperation you're asking for, doesn't it?"

Cyclo asked, still on guard.

"Oh, that's a given. That's why I also want to discuss our circumstances."

With that, the Demon King began to explain his situation and conditions.

"---You might already know, but this world is being threatened with domination by four gods who have rebelled against the God of Creation. One of them, deeply involved with the Heimburgh Kingdom, was the God of Judgment, which I heard you defeated."

"...Yeah. Indeed, we did defeat the God of Judgment."

Upon receiving confirmation from Cyclo, the Demon King nodded in satisfaction.

"Just like that God of Judgment, a god deeply connected with the Rustgard Empire also exists. One of the remaining three, the Demon God. He is plotting to dominate the world through a mechanism called the 'Demon King Skill'."

Cyclo was convinced by the Demon King's explanation. There was no contradiction with the information they had received from the God of Creation beforehand.

"The Demon King Skill, in simple terms, is a skill that is inherited across generations. It accumulates the experiences, techniques, and abilities of its bearer and passes them on to the next holder. And when the bearer dies, it is passed on to the next holder---you can think of it as a skill that endlessly learns and grows."

The moment they heard about the performance of the Demon King Skill, everyone was shocked and started murmuring.

"Such a skill really exists?"

"Of course. I can even demonstrate it myself... Would you like to see?"

Feeling the slight increase in magical power from the Demon King, Cyclo shook his head.

"No, if you have strength like yours, then having such a special skill makes sense. No proof is necessary for now."

"That's good. Let's continue then."

The Demon King nodded at Cyclo's words and continued.

"The Demon God has bestowed this Demon King Skill upon three races: the Black Wolf Tribe, the Black Dragon Tribe, and the Black Oni Tribe. These three races' Demon King Skill holders are called 'The Three Dark Beasts'---the Demon God has diversified his risk."

"So, the 'Three Dark Beasts' refer to the three Demon Kings themselves?"

"More or less, that's how you should consider it."

The Demon King then continued with a serious expression.

"The trouble is, to erase the Demon King Skill, you must conquer three dungeons corresponding to each skill---similar to the Judgment Dungeon that the God of Judgment created to wield power in this world. And this is also a problem: if too much time is spent conquering these three, the Demon God will create new dungeons, and there's a high chance the Demon King Skill will revive."

"I see," Cyclo nodded in understanding.

"So, you want us to help with the conquest, that's the content of the request?"

"I'm glad you catch on quickly."

At Cyclo's words, the Demon King nodded, impressed.

"The Demon King Skill of the Black Wolf Tribe is maintained by a dungeon beneath the ancient castle within the Rustgard Empire---the castle that the Heimburgh Kingdom calls the Demon King's Castle. While I could destroy it myself, the other two---the dungeons of the Black Dragon Tribe and the Black Oni Tribe---are located outside the empire. As the Demon King, and thus the head of the empire, I can't just casually invade and take the time to conquer them."

"By the way, where are these places?"

When Cyclo asked, the Demon King readily shared the information.

"The Black Dragon Tribe is located in the 'Dragon's Nest' in the northeastern part of the mountainous region of the northern Heimburgh Kingdom. And the Black Oni Tribe is beyond the cluster of city-states to the west, on an island nation known as the 'Night Country.' Neither are places where I, the Demon King, can easily set foot."

With a resigned shake of his head, the Demon King continued.

"...I understand the request and its reasons to some extent. But there's something missing, isn't there?"

Cyclo threw this question at the Demon King.

"You haven't talked about your motives yet."

At Cyclo's words, the Demon King nodded.

"You're right. A grand reason like 'I hate the Demon God's domination' won't satisfy you, right?"

"Naturally. At the very least, the existence of the Demon King Skill should be advantageous for the Rustgard Empire. If you want to eliminate it, you must have a personal reason."

Upon hearing this, the Demon King finally began to talk about his reasons.

"Alright. So, let me tell you why I've come to despise the Demon King Skill that resides within me."

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