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Feb 9

A Caged Bluebird [ A Demiurge x oc Story ]

(Sooo… I have never posted a canon x oc story before… But after reading all of @the-blind-geisha Demiurge's work and @baphymittens demiurge/mc quotes… I decided to give it a try? My writing is not good so this is written poorly. I even got all the books to help with plot stuff. )

( I do hope some of you enjoy this! I will work on the next part soon! - Yellow 💛🌻)

(Final count- 13,378 words.)

𝐀 𝐂𝐚𝐠𝐞𝐝 𝐁𝐥𝐮𝐞𝐛𝐢𝐫𝐝: 𝐂𝐡𝐚𝐩𝐭𝐞𝐫 𝐨𝐧𝐞 - 𝐓𝐡𝐞 𝐅𝐢𝐫𝐬𝐭 𝐓𝐢𝐦𝐞 𝐈 𝐄𝐯𝐞𝐫 𝐋𝐨𝐨𝐤𝐞𝐝 𝐢𝐧 𝐚 𝐌𝐢𝐫𝐫𝐨𝐫 𝐢𝐧 𝐚 𝐃𝐫𝐞𝐚𝐦.

I don't know how long it's been, and yet, I still don't know how I arrived in this world and this body. The last thing I remember was being with my guild; the doctors were kind enough to let me have my laptop with me, and I was on my deathbed. Just waiting for death to take me. The doctor said they did all they could to help me, but I was going to die anyway. I remember being with my guild; we were in the middle of a raid. It was some High-level Monster that they needed my character for. I had the rare race of a Gargoyle, which was a limited time off for a race. Stone by day, warriors at night, unless you had a certain skill to undo the curse. I was in the middle of helping them fight when I felt extremely tired.

My eyes were slowly starting to close. I thought it was just tired do lack of sleep with the number of visits from the doctors and checkups. I felt my eyes start to close, and once they did. The next thing I knew, my whole body was submerged in water. Then I woke up here after dragging myself out of the water, of course, I found myself and my avatar. My avatar was a bit different from the normal Gargoyle. I had a long, thick tail and wings, which most Gargoyles had, but mine were strong due to being used constantly. Of course, I panicked, not knowing where I was or how I got there, but I wasn't alone. My two NPCs are there as well, while I don't know what happened to my body in my world or what happened to the rest of my guild. All I knew now was that I was my character, and the woman I was had died in a hospital. In my mind, I was my character, and that's the life I needed to focus on then and there. Not my past, to be honest, I prefer it that way. In my world, I was a dying human with trauma. The same goes with my character in a way I guess. I trauma dumped on her a bit too much, but it was a way to help let it out.

That was over 200 years ago, and there's still no sign of my guild here. The first thing we caught on right away was that non-humans were treated disgustingly, horribly. And seeing how I was a Gargoyle, my first NPC is a Tiefling, and my second NPC is a humanoid spider, we were not treated so kindly. So the three of us headed north, where we were told that there was a town that accepted humans and non-humans together. I never got to introduce my NPCs to the rest of the guild. I made them in a separate area away from Nazarick. I had a small shack in a forest where I like to do my work. After the raid, I was going to show them and show everyone their past, their bios, and their abilities.

But now in a way, there are Guardians that never were. I still do plan on fighting Nazarick someday. I refuse to believe I'm the only one for my guild in this world sure, there are other MCs in this world, but the ones we ran into our cruel and evil. I've got to run to a good one, and they're rare it's best to blend in to pretend that you don't know anything about it.

"Lady Moonstone, Lady Cassie O'Finn is here to speak with you."

A quiet voice came from the right side of the room, or two large stories or I looked up from my desk at Naira Shimmermoon. My humanoid spider NPC. She had four bright blue eyes and her skin was a fuzzy light green, she had three arms on each side of her, and she carried around a walking stick with a bit of a cobwebs on the top of it. She wore a poncho that was a light tan color and then light brown pants with a hole for her tail to stick up. She was a shy spider; she hardly liked talking. She knew how much she made people fear her, and she always felt bad about it. But she was the sweetest person in all of the North. Most people feared her at first, but once they got to know her, she was the sweetest thing on the planet. She was very kind to all the people here and did everything she could to help others. Her webs could be used for healing; she was often seen helping people with injuries, wrapping them with her silk-like threads around the injury so it would heal better. Some of the men became protective of her. Whenever she works through town (Even though she can defend herself and as a high-level class NPC.) they would always form a protective circle around her and make sure nothing bad happens. Those men view her as a little sibling and would do anything in their power to protect her. She was often times in my room as unlike her fellow NPC- did not like leaving my side too much or leaving any room at all. Again, it comes with her fear of people fearing her for her appearance.

"Thank you, Naira, I'm afraid the time has passed by so quickly for me. Somehow…… Doing all this paperwork. Please, let her in, please."

She nods before giving me a bow, moving to open the door slightly as a woman steps in and she closes our softly behind. Giving a bow to the woman who just entered before walking over to the side of my desk. Her arms are crossed in front of her as she looks nervous. My tail moves without thinking and gives her leg a gentle pop, reassuring her that she will be fine. I see that she smiles slightly. It helped a bit but she was still nervous with any human.

"My apologies for coming so late, your majesty."

"It's no trouble at all, I know that you are quite busy with your farm. Thank you for coming on such short notice."

"It's no trouble at all my grace, thank you for indulging me in this foolish idea of mine."

"No ideas are foolish, they're all special and unique. Please, share with me what you had to think about."

Cassie bowed before standing back up straight. In the background, I can hear the crackling sound of my candles on my desk, the sound of soldiers and armor marching past the door, and the sound of people discussions happening outside of my room. My hearing was sharp, I was able to hear most things that happened outside of my room whether I liked it or not. So I had to focus on what she had to say a bit harder than normal. there was a lot going on apparently outside. Another thing to do wants this conversation is done.

"Your majesty, forgive my boldness. I know that you have a disdain for attending those… Gatherings with the other kingdoms."

I frowned, I had a feeling this was where she was going with this, every other kingdom was ruled by humans. And their disdain for non-humans was well known. They still did not accept me as the true leader of the North with myself being non-human. So I didn't bother intending many of those gatherings. I focus all of my attention on my people and improving my own kingdom.

"I know you did not wish to attend them, but the next one is coming up and a few months. I know it is a lot to ask but if you would just attend this one-"

"And why would I do that?"

My voice came out a bit harsher than I realized. But honestly, all those Royals angered me. Cassie looked up at me with a frown on her face. "It's not like our kingdom is doing poorly. Our kingdom is thriving very well, even if we're in the north. And the weather here is terrible." Both she and I smiled at this. I chuckled as she looked at her. "You're still not used to it yet?" "I don't think anyone can ever be used to this much snow!" The three of us laughed before getting back on the topic at hand. "But it would be best to make some more allies. Having dragons is nice. Having no fear of anyone attacking us for quite some time is a bit concerning. It would be better for us to have more than just one Ally if something were to come up."

"Can you tell me who the kings are that would align with us?" She shrugged, honestly not having an answer to my question. "I don't know your grace, but it wouldn't hurt to look. And if it doesn't work, at least we tried. At least people know we exist. We can plan to seed and watch it grow, watch people think about a kingdom more, and think about the outcome of aligning." I leaned over my desk, my chin resting on my hands and my elbows on my desk. My tail was gently moving from left to right. "It's an interesting proposal. Not one that I plan to dismiss so soon, but I will have to think about that. I think everyone knows how much I despise this meeting and the Nobles." She smiled a nodded. "I'm well aware. Thank you for taking the time out of your busy day to talk to me about it."

"It's no trouble at all. I thank you for coming to speak to me about this. if my people have ideas to improve our kingdom, I want to hear them. And that's exactly what you're doing." She smiles. "Well, I will get back to you once I think about this more. You should go home now for now. It's about to get dark soon, and you've had a long day." "Thank you, your grace." She bowed before when she was shown the way out. Closing the door behind her, she was gone at a distance so she wouldn't hear a conversation. She turned to look at Naira. "Do you think it's a wise idea, my lady? Even if you attend with a baby dragon. Do you think it would work?" I push my chair back as I stand up, my wings wrapping back around me as I walk over to her.

"It's certainly an idea that I can't deny right away, but she is right, we do need more than one All,y and trades from different areas would be nice, but."

She looked up at me worried. "You're worried about the non-humans here." I nod. "And the humans as well, everyone who lives here has different thoughts and opinions from everyone else in the world. I'm worried that if we do trade in business with others. They'll treat our people poorly. We can send goods. But there's no telling what they would do once they enter a different Kingdom."

I let out a sigh, closing my eyes briefly. "People not knowing where we are is an advantage to us… I would rather keep it that way."

She sighed as she pinched the bridge of her nose. 'The humans here were a lot like the ones back in YGGDRASIL. People hate others who have picked different races. Sometimes it would lead to full-on attacks and raids. While most were able to defend themselves. They would often go for the weaker NPS, or place down traps. Nazarick was always well prepared for these attacks, even with numbers fading. We were still able to defend ourselves from outside attacks. Now with this kingdom. I'm not sure if we're able to promise the people transporting good safety. Maybe if I sent Cherry with them when they transport them? That could work with her teleport ability. If things do start to go bad, she could get the people to safety.'

I looked over at Naira with a gentle smile.

"Now, where is Cherry?"

"She's at the tavern, my lady."

I closed my eyes, shaking my head.

"I shouldn't have expected anything else. Celebrating with the dwarves again?"

"I believe so my lady? I don't go into that part of the town so much…"

"I know, and that is quite all right. you do whatever you feel comfortable doing."

I told her as I reached over to take my coat off of my chair.

"I will be back in a bit Naira, I'm going to discuss something with Cherry."

Naira nods her head, giving me a slight bow. "As you wish, Lady Moonstone." I walk up to her and gently pat her head. "I will send the sibling in here to keep you company till I return, how's that?"

"That would be… Very nice, thank you Lady Moonstone."

I nod my head. Getting my wings through the two holes in the back of my coat before I started to make my way out of the room, I asked two of the guards standing nearby to have the siblings give Naira company while I was away. They agreed, and one of them went right away to fetch the boys. Once that was done, I started to make my way down the hallway to exit the castle. It was getting late, so it wouldn't make sense if there weren't that many people in the castle still. Most of them are heading home before the storm hits. One of the older men stopped me as I was about to exit the building.

"You're not going out with that winter storm about to hit, are you my lady?"

I smiled. Reinfred was one of the older humans still working here. He was a good man who helped take care of the others here in the North. I nod. "I'm on my way to fetch Cherry."

"I see, she's probably at the tavern again."

We both let out a chuckle. "Somehow, that doesn't surprise me at all." He shook his head. "Not at all. She's probably started another drinking contest too."

I sighed. "Ugh, that girl."

"You can't blame her! I have yet to see anyone out drink her yet!"

"She's still young, it could happen."

He waved me off. A gentle smile on his face. "Well, I shouldn't keep you then. You both don't want to get caught in that storm." He bowed. I bowed back. "I hope you have save travels, Mister Reinfred."

"And I to you, my lady."

I walked down the stone road in my snowy kingdom under the cloak of night, a lantern held aloft in my hand. Though my eyes could pierce the darkness with ease, I knew not all my subjects possessed this gift. The flickering glow of the lantern illuminated the way for the common folk, casting long shadows that danced upon the snow-covered cobblestones.

The biting cold nipped at my cheeks and nose as I strolled through the quiet streets, my breath misting in the frigid night air. I hate it.

The cold. I've always hated the cold, even when I was human. I hated the cold. Not like I could have left the hospital at all to fully experience it. The UK was not as old as some places, but it was enough for me to hate it.

The silence was deafening, broken only by the occasional hoot of an owl or the gentle crunch of snow beneath my feet. I could feel the weight of my responsibilities heavy upon my shoulders, the burden of ruling this vast, frozen realm. One hundred years. That's how long I have been in this new world. With none of my guildmates here with me. It was up to me to build a land that they could safely live in, one where they would not be outcasts for their race. This kingdom is open to all.

I looked up at the moonlit sky. staring at the moon hidden behind the clouds. Yet, there was a certain peace to be found in the stillness of the night, a tranquility that eluded the bustling, noisy days. I savored the solitude, my mind drifting to the memories of the past and the dreams of the future. I never attended the meetings that the other Kingdoms have. It always ends up with them arguing and fighting with each other. Still, even if I sent a human in my place to know what happens. That still puts one of my people at risk.

The lantern bobbed gently with each step, casting a warm, inviting glow upon the path before me, guiding me ever deeper into the heart of my winter kingdom. In that moment, I was not just a ruler to these people, but a guardian, watching over as they slept, ensuring their safety and well-being in the dark of night. The lantern, a beacon of hope and protection, lit the way for all who wandered the cold, stone roads of my frozen domain.

As I approached the pub, the boisterous laughter and cheerful shouting of its patrons grew louder, spilling out into the frigid night air. Two burly dwarves stood outside the heavy wooden door, their bearded faces flushed from the warmth and the drink. They clutched tankards of some hearty ale, the froth sloshing over the rims with each enthusiastic guzzle.

The dwarves, noticing my approach, quickly set down their mugs and stood to attention. Their eyes widened in recognition as they took in my regal bearing and the lantern I carried. As I drew closer, they bowed their heads respectfully, their voices booming out in unison.

"Your Majesty!" they greeted, their deep, resonant tones echoing off the stone walls of the pub. "Welcome to The Hanged Man. We are honored by your presence, my liege."

I offered them a warm smile, feeling a sense of camaraderie and kinship with these stalwart warriors. "You may rise," I said, my voice softer than their own but still commanding. "I am pleased to see you both in good spirits and high morale. The gathering within seems lively indeed."

One of the dwarves, his beard a fiery red and his eyes a piercing blue, dared to speak up. "Aye, Your Majesty, the lads are in high fettle tonight. The latest shipment of dwarven ale arrived just today, and we've been...celebrating its arrival."

I chuckled, shaking my head in amusement. "I can hear that, my friend. I trust you are being...responsible in your revelries?"

The other dwarf, his hair and beard a deep, dark brown, his eyes crinkling with mirth, spoke up. "Oh, aye, Your Majesty. No worry, we'll be in top form for the morrow's duties. But tonight..." He paused, then grinned widely. "Tonight, we celebrate the bounty of our ruler's wisdom and the prosperity of our kingdom."

I felt a surge of pride and affection at their words. "Then I shall not interfere with your festivities," I said, my tone light. "Enjoy your evening, my friends."

I pushed open the heavy oak door, the warmth and noise of the tavern spilling out to envelop me. The hinges creaked softly, announcing my presence to the room full of dwarves. As I stepped inside, a hush fell over the assembled crowd, hundreds of eyes turning to stare at the towering figure of their ruler.

The tavern was a sea of rugged, bearded faces, the air thick with the mingled scents of roasting meats, hearty spirits, and the faint, underlying musk of sweat and toil that clung to the dwarves. Flames danced in the hearth, casting flickering shadows across the rough-hewn timbers of the walls and the sturdy, scarred tables that filled the room.

I walked forward, my head held high, my cloak billowing behind me. My eyes scanned the room, meeting the gazes of my subjects with a regal nod.

A path opened before me, a corridor of awestruck silence and respect. The dwarves I passed bowed their heads, their hands over their hearts, their voices rising in a chorus of acclaim.

I made my way to the center of the tavern, I climbed the short staircase to the raised platform where the barkeep, a jovial man with a thick black beard and a twinkle in his eye, stood ready to greet me. His hands clasped before him. Up close, I could see the fine craftsmanship of his tunic, the intricate stitching, and the gleaming buttons that bore the insignia of my kingdom. His beard, while thick and dark, was well-maintained, a sign of the pride he took in his appearance and his station.

"Your Majesty," he said softly, his voice a deep, respectful murmur. "It is a great honor to have you grace our humble establishment. How may I serve you this evening?"

I offered him a warm smile, my eyes crinkling at the corners. "You may serve me well by continuing to tend to others with the same care and hospitality that you have shown me," I replied. Smiling at the man. "How is your evening, Bobby. I take it the celebration is going well."

The barkeep, whose name I knew to be Bobby, grinned broadly as I used his name. "Indeed, Your Majesty, the evening has been most splendid," he said, his deep voice pitching up with enthusiasm. "Our hearty folk have gathered to celebrate the bounty of the season and the wisdom of your rule."

He leaned in a bit closer, his eyes sparkling with a hint of mischief. "I dare say, the Ale has been flowing freely, and the laughter and camaraderie are as warm as the fire behind me. Cook has outdone himself with the feast, and the bards have arrived to regale the crowd with tales of your deeds and the glory of our kingdom."

I nodded approvingly, feeling a swell of pride at the festive atmosphere and the clear contentment of my subjects. "It warms my heart to see it, Bobby. The joy and unity of my people are the greatest treasures of my reign."

Shifting slightly in my seat, I then asked a question that had been on my mind since I entered the lively tavern. "You mentioned the good cheer and the celebration, but I don't see young Cherry mingling amongst the crowd as I would expect. I know she has a particular fondness for these gatherings. Do you happen to know where she may have got to this evening?"

Bobby's gaze turned back to the room. "I haven't seen her. I would have expected her to be in the center of things. But I have not seen her once. Cherry is usually the life of the party, her laughter ringing out louder than any other. But I must confess, I haven't laid eyes on the lass since the celebrations began."

I rose from my chair, the fabric of my gown whispering softly as I stood. I placed a gentle hand on Bobby's shoulder, giving it a light squeeze. "You've been most helpful, my friend. I'll go look for her myself and ensure she's... accounted for."

With a nod and a warm smile, I stepped away from the raised platform, descending the short staircase. The chatter and laughter of the dwarves rose up around me as I moved through the crowd, their faces alight with mirth and cheer. I wove between the tables, my eyes scanning the room, seeking any sign of my absent subject.

As I approached the staircase leading up to the next floor. I climbed the creaking wooden stairs, my gown trailing behind me as I ascended to the second floor. The hallway was quieter up here, the laughter and revelry of the tavern below muted to a distant hum. I walked slowly, my eyes sweeping over the closed doors lining the corridor, seeking any sign of my elusive subject.

Near the end of the hallway, I spotted a familiar figure standing by a small, arched window. The pink skin of her pointed ears and the delicate curve of her horns were unmistakable in the moonlight that spilled through the glass. I approached her silently, not wanting to startle the tiefling.

As I drew near, I could see that Cherry was leaning against the window frame, her arms crossed over her chest. She seemed deep in thought, her gaze fixed on the snow-covered landscape beyond the glass. The moonlit scene was a canvas of whites and grays, the barren trees standing like skeletal sentinels against the star-studded sky.

I cleared my throat softly, and Cherry startled, whirling around to face me. Her eyes widened in surprise, and a soft gasp escaped her lips.

"Moon!"

She cried out, a smile quickly taking over her face, the deep look in her face disappearing.

I walked the remaining distance to the window, the floorboards creaking softly beneath my feet. As I drew near, Cherry straightened up, her hands falling to her sides. I could see the faint blush coloring her cheeks, a rosy hue that stood out starkly against the soft pink of her skin.

"Why the long face, Cherry?" I asked, my voice gentle but curious. "Why aren't you down there, celebrating with the others? I thought you loved these gatherings."

I tilted my head slightly, studying her expression in the moonlight. Cherry's gaze flicked away briefly before meeting mine again, a hint of nervousness in her eyes.

"I do!! It's just.... Well." She glanced back at the window. "I have a strange feeling."

Cherry bit her lower lip, a furrow forming between her brows as she met my questioning gaze. She took a deep breath before responding, as if steeling herself for my reaction.

"Yeah a feeling. A strange sensation in the pit of my stomach, like… like something's not quite right. I couldn't focus on the revelry, not with this weight on my mind."

Her eyes searched mine, a glimmer of fear and uncertainty in their depths. "I couldn't put my finger on it at first, but then I saw… or sensed, something in the distance, out there in the forest."

Cherry turned back to the window, pointing a slender finger at a distant point in the shadowy woods. "I swear I saw a flicker of light, a glow that shouldn't be there. And it was followed by… I don't know how to describe it, but I felt a cold chill run down my spine. A darkness, lurking among the trees."

She turned her gaze back to me, her expression etched with worry. "I tried to dismiss it, to tell myself it was just my imagination playing tricks, but the feeling persists. And I couldn't bring myself to join the festivities, not with this unease gnawing at me."

Cherry shook her head, her horns glinting in the moonlight. "I know it sounds dumb, but I couldn't shake the feeling that there's trouble brewing out there in the darkness. I just wish I knew for certain what it is! It's like that feeling we had when we first came to this world!" She said as her tail swished behind her.

I raised an eyebrow. If what she says is true, it could be others finally arriving. But... It's a coin toss if that is a good thing or not. "Do you believe that others from YGGDRASIL are finally arriving in this new world?" I ask. Cherry glanced back out the window again.

"I'm not sure Moony. I just know something is out there!"

"I believe you, Cherry." I said, my feet moving closer to her as I myself looked out the window. If it really was other from YGGDRASIL, we would have to be careful about who it was. It could be a human player or.... One that hunted down people with inhuman avatars. My fight tightly clenched, I had to keep everyone under my care safe. Who knows what was brought into this world besides us.... It was that unknown variable that brought me much discomfort. The wind gently moved the lost pices of hair that have falen out of my braids. Cherry;s green eyes were watcting out of the window as well, her tail flicked every now and then. Keeping an eye out for what I could not see.

"Go. Join the celebration, Cherry." I smiled at him, trying ot hide my worry from her. "I will watch over the entry point into the city. I'll even have Canablie help me serve the sky.

"You're gonna wake him up? Isn't he gonna be grumpy?" Cherry asked as she hopped down from where she was sitting. Her feet hit the ground as I turned to face her. "He's a big dragon. He'll be fine."

Her gaze lingered on me for just a moment, glancing past me at the window, then back at me. "You'll call us if you need us. Right?" Her gaze was heavy with a look of worry. I held my breath for just a moment. Adjusting the cuffs of my dres shirt as we could hear the party below us continue. "I promise. I will call for you both if something happens." I said, a smile softly appearing on my face as Cherry thought about what I said. There was a loud laughter below us as Cherry smiled. Moving in to give me a tight hug. "Ok... I trust you."

I smiled as my wings wrapped around myself, moving to wrap around both of us. "Thank you, Cherry." I saidas we hugged. The candles that light the room around us flicker.

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In the vast, shadowy expanse of the Tomb of Nazarick's Throne Room, Ainz Ooal Gown observed the glowing monitors of the Mirror of Remote Viewing, an artifact capable of displaying various locations within and around the tomb. The luminous screens cast an ethereal light across Ainz's skeletal visage as he scrutinized the images before him.

Albedo, standing gracefully by Ainz's side, her eyes fixated on the monitors, inquired with a hint of concern laced in her voice, "My lord, it appears we have an unexpected visitor at our doorstep. Shall I dispatch the Floor Guardians to intercept?"

Ainz, his fingers steepled before his chin, pondered the situation "No, let's not be hasty, Albedo. They pose no immediate threat, and I am curious to see what brings them to Nazarick's gates," he commanded with composed authority. This could be the distraction I need to break this monotony. Let's see how this unfolds; it might even be entertaining. He mused internally, his thoughts starkly contrasting his outward calm.

The guardians and their Overlord watched on, their presence unknown to the stranger at the gates, the potential threads of fate spinning silently in the dark. Naira and Cherry walked through the halls of the first floor, Cherry with her arms behind her head, and Naira holding her staff. Cherry turned her head to glance at the spicer as her pink tail flicked behind her. "You really think the other are here still? Normally, fake boobs would have stopped us by now if anyone was still here."

The spider sighed, annoyed as she kept walking. "I can smell others through these walls. They are here." "Ughhhh... Then why are they not showing up or greeting us?!"

The spider rolled her 8 eyes. "Maybe they remember how often you pranked them and don't want to greet you." Cherry smirked as she summoned her guns in her hand as she walked. "They werent that bad of pranks!!"

"Annoying."

"No, they weren't!"

"Slow."

"My pranks were never slow!"

"Useless."

"All my pranks had a reason!!"

"I was describing you."

"Oi!!!"

Ainz watched the exchange between Naira and Cherry through the mirror, his expression unreadable. He turned to Albedo and the others, his voice low and thoughtful. "It seems our visitors are none other than Nazarick's Angle's NPCs - Naira and Cherry. I had thought them lost to us after... her passing." He paused, a flicker of old pain in his eyes before he continued. "It appears they retain their personalities and mannerisms, uncanny in their similarity to how I remember them."

Albedo's eyes widened slightly, surprise coloring her tone as she spoke. "lord Ainz, if I may ask - I do not recall a 'Nazarick's Angel' Nor do I recall any NPC with those names."

Ainz's gaze turned distant for a moment, lost in memories of the past. He sighed softly before replying to Albedo. Right... He had forgoten that most of the other guild members had deleted Her lore from their NPC. Her death was too painful for most... Shit. Oh wait shit! If none of the NPC in Nazaricktember her or her own NPCs. Shes going to ask him why and want an answer. Ainz was quiet, slight from the hope to see one of his old friends back from the dead.... The other part of him is dreding reveling all that had happen after she left.

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'I'm going to do it you know mate.'

The British women said as she turned to face Demiurge as he stood idel on the 7th floor. Ulbert was busy tro to find a certain item for Bukubukuchagama, Momonga and Peroroncino were sitting on some near by steps leading up.

'Do what exactly?'

Peroroncino asked as Momonga's attention also turned to the gargoyle.

'I'm going to marry Demiurge!' She said happily. Making Ulbert force in his tracks. Momonga and Peroroncino looked at each other before Peroroncino collapse onto the ground.

'Like one of those cheese animes where the mc get transported into the game and then falls in love with a character from that game! Yeah that!'

Peroroncino clenched his hand over where his avatars heart would be. Rolling around on the ground.

'I thought you only read H-manga Pero.'

Moon teased as she leaned in closer to Demiurge. Pero sat up quickly at that comment. 'Your talking about a anime trop!! Of course I know about those!'

He swaked as TouchMe logged in. Glancing around in slight confusion.

'Hey TouchMe.' Momonga said. Emoting a smile face. 'What... is happening here?'

Ulbert huffed as he placed some gems onto a box as he keep digging around for something. 'It seems our maxed out Good Karma paladin plans on marrying my creation.'

TouchMe glanced over at Lumin0us.

'Really?'

'Yeah!' Swaked Peroroncino. 'You would think she would fall for your NPC given both of their stats!'

Moon huffed as she rolled her eye, shooting the KFC a glare.

'There's nothing wrong with Sebas. But I like Demiurge.'

'He's the most evil NPCs we have Lum.'

Ulbert grumbled as he pulled out a gold goblet from the box.

'But, if evil. Why is he so hot with a sluty little waist?'

'.... Don't even use his name and 'sluty little waist' in the same sentence again.'

'You made him Ulbert!! KFC! Back me up on this!'

Peroroncino glared at Lumin0us. His feather ruffled. ' Watch it Lumin0us! Or I'll book a flight to kick your ass!'

'Your can't even drive! How are you planing on getting around the UK?'

'I have your address! I will say it outloud I do not care!!'

The gargoyle laughed as she fully turned away from Demiurge. Her hands on her hips.

'You threatened that so much but you never do it. Go ahead.'

The room quickly grew quickly as everyone looked at the two. Momonga gasped as TouchMe sighed. Bukubukuchagama now loging in to see what this was all about. Looking at Momonga and at her brother.

Momonga laughing as the slim looked back ang forth. 'You- you have concent Pero.'

'Yeah he does.' Ulbert commented.

Peroroncino preceded to say her address fully as Lumin0us tried desperately to stop him. Bukubukuchagama sighed as she shook her head, moving over to sit with Momonga.

'Would you really marry him if we were taken into a video game?'

Momonga asked as Moon was kicking Peroroncino. Pausing to glance over at Momonga noding her head rapidly. 'Absolutely! This man would treat me so much better then anyone has ever!'

Bukubukuchagama moved one of her arms to point at her. 'But, what would he sound like. The NPCs don't have voices here.' She paused to look at Ulbert. 'Ulbert! What would he sound like?'

Ulbert sighed as he closed the lid on the box, standing up to dust his knees.

'Are we really talking about this?'

Moon let go of the bird and walked over to the goat. 'How about this, if I make it out of this year alive. I can marry him.'

'That's just you marrying my NPC.'

She smiled and walked around to the other side of him. 'Think of this as my 'You made it another year!' Gift!'

Ulbert crossed his arms and huffed, he could feel the other guild members eyes on him. '... Fine. We can do that.'

'Yes!!' Moon tossed her hands into the air. Doing a kissing emote Demiurge's way. 'I'm gonna go make rings!' She said before using her ring of Ainz Ooal Gown to teleport out of their.

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"Ah, forgive me, Albedo. Nazarick's Angel, or rather, Lumin0us_t0rrent, was a dear friend of mine and the guild from our old world - YGGDRASIL. She was a gentle soul, always looking out for the best interests of the guild and its members." His voice carried a tinge of melancholy. "Sadly, one day she vanished, and her NPCs vanished from our midst shortly after. I had not expected to see them here, in this realm."

Albedo bowed her head again. "I see..."

Ainz watched as Naira and Cherry continued their playful bickering as they made their way deeper into the Great Tomb of Nazarick. Their dynamic was so reminiscent of how he remembered them from the old days in YGGDRASIL. It's almost as if no time has passed at all... he mused internally, a wistful smile playing on his lips beneath the skull.

He turned to address his guardians, his voice low and contemplative. "It seems our guests are not aware of the recent... changes in our ranks. Let us not be hasty to reveal the full extent of our power just yet." His eyes gleamed with an idea. "This could prove to be an opportunity to learn more about my old friend's fate in this world. We shall observe them further, for now."

Ainz's gaze drifted over to the arguing duo on the screen. He had not expected to be reunited with her like this. But perhaps, through her NPCs, he can uncover the truth of what became of her in this realm. His skeletal hand absentmindedly stroked his chin as he pondered their next move.

"Ughhhh!!! This is taking too loooooong!" Cherry complaing as Naira stoped in her steps. "Then what am I ment to do about that?" Naira said.

"Come onnn!!! Let me teleport us to the throne room and see if anyone's there!! Then we can wake up Moon and tell her what we found!!"

Ainz watched the exchange, his interest piqued by Cherry's mention of 'waking up Moon'. He turned to his guardians, a thoughtful expression on his face. "Did you hear that, Albedo? They mentioned someone named 'Moon'. I do not recall any being in Nazarick with that moniker." He pondered for a moment before continuing. "It is possible that this 'Moon' is somehow connected to Lumin0us_t0rrent.

Albedo cocked her head, her yellow eyes narrowing as she considered Ainz's words. "Lord Ainz, if I may say so - this 'Moon' individual they mentioned could potentially be a key to unraveling the mystery surrounding your old friend's fate. It's quite possible that this being knew Lumin0us_t0rrent in life or has some connection to her in this world." She paused, then continued with a hint of curiosity in her voice, "If we can find this 'Moon', we may gain valuable insights into what happened to our former guildmate after… the change." Albedo's gaze drifted back to the mirror, observing the antics of Naira and Cherry, her eyes narrowing at the two.

Ainz nodded slowly, a calculating glint appearing in his eye sockets as he gazed at the mirror, watching Naira and Cherry's continued banter. "You may be onto something there, Albedo. If this 'Moon' is indeed connected to Lumin0us_t0rrent, then discovering their identity and fate could provide a missing piece to the puzzle of what happened to our long-lost friend after…" He trailed off. Moon could be Lumin0us's new name, just as he took on the name Ainz in this new world. All of the suddon, there was a poof, and the two npc were now standing in front of Ainz and Albedo.

Ainz and Albedo turned abruptly as they sensed the sudden teleportation, eyeing the now-familiar duo who had appeared without warning right before them in the throne room.

The teifling, Cherry, took one look at the imposing figures of Ainz and Albedo and immediately took a step back, her earlier bravado evaporating. "Uh, hi there! We didn't mean to intrude… Please tell me we didn't show up when you both were about to make out-" she started to say, before being cut off by her spider companion, Naira, elbowing her companion in the side.

Albedo's eyes narrowed as she gazed at the two NPCs, her voice cool and somewhat annoyed as she said, "It seems our visitors have taken it upon themselves to invade the privacy of our lord." She turned to face the duo directly, her tone sharp and commanding. "You dare teleport into the presence of Lord Ainz Ooal Gown without invitation? Impudence-'

Albedo's eyes widened in surprise at Ainz's sharp rebuke, and she quickly bowed her head in apology. "Forgive me, Lord Ainz. I did not mean to overstep," she said, her voice now softer and more respectful. She let her own jealousy and possessiveness cloud her judgment. Of course, these NPCs would be precious to Lord Ainz, being creations of his lost friend.... Turning back to Naira and Cherry, she added, "Please, do not be frightened. Lord Ainz is right - you are welcome here as guests of Nazarick."

Cherry looked confused, Naira also looked... Confused. Cherry lowered her arms from behind her head. "Do... you not remember us 'bedo?" Cherry asked confused. Naria added. "I understand treating Cherry like this with her history of her.... Annoying being." "Hey!!" Cherry said, looking at Naria. But the spider went on. "But that was... Different, even for you Lady Albedo."

Ainz stepped forward, his voice gentle yet firm as he addressed the confused duo. "Naira, Cherry, please do not be alarmed by Albedo's earlier outburst. She merely wishes to protect me, as is her duty." He paused, his gaze softening as he regarded them with a mix of nostalgia and curiosity. "I remember you both, and I assure you, you are most welcome in the Great Tomb of Nazarick. Tell me, what brings you here after all this time?"

Cherry looked at Naira before she spoke. "We came looking for the other Suprime Beings, Lord Ainz." Naira nods her head. "Lady Moonstone, Lady Lumin0us name she has taken in this new world. Wanted to know if others would ever arrive here like she has. My Lord."

Ainz felt a chill run down his spine at the mention of his old friend's new name in this world. Moonstone… Lumin0us. Could it be that she truly has found a way to carry on her legacy, even after all these years? He quickly composed himself, not wanting to reveal the depth of his emotions to the two NPCs.

Turning to his guardians, he gave a subtle nod to Albedo before addressing Naira and Cherry directly. "I see. And have you had any contact with… Lady Moonstone recently?"

Cherry smiles, nodding her head. "She's resting in her stone from right now. But she's alive!" Naira added. "We have been in this world for 100 year,s my lord." Naira bows.

Ainz's eyes widened slightly at the revelation, a flicker of emotion briefly visible in their depths before he regained his composure. 100 years… and all this time, he thought she was lost forever. He cleared his throat, stepping closer to the two NPCs as he inquired further.

"I see. And tell me, Naira, Cherry - how is it that you came to be in this world, and how can you confirm that your mistress, Lady Moonstone, is truly the same being as the one I knew in the past?" His gaze intensified as he awaited their response, a glimmer of hope and anticipation coloring his tone.

Cherry laughed. Her hands moving back behind her head. "Oh that easy!! She's in love with Lord Demiruge!"

Ainz couldn't help but chuckle softly at Cherry's blunt revelation, shaking his head in amazement. "Indeed, her affections for Demiruge were no secret among the guild. But to think that those feelings would follow her into this new world…" He paused, considering the implications before turning his gaze to Naira.

"Tell me, Naira - is Lady Moonstone truly happy in this reincarnation?"

Naira nod her head, bowing to him. "She is, and will be even more now knowing that you all are finally here."

Ainz felt a wave of relief and happiness wash over him at Naira's words, a genuine smile gracing his skeletal features. "I am truly glad to hear that Lady Moonstone has found happiness in this new world, even if the circumstances of our arrival here are…unorthodox." He paused, considering the implications of their reunion before continuing.

"Tell me then, Naira - how can we go about reuniting with the other Supreme Beings? It is my deepest desire to be reunited with all those who shared my journey in the past." Naira looked over at Cherry before back at Ainz. "She is in stone now. We would have to wake her up. But that will not be hard to do my lord."

Ainz nodded, a determined look on his face as he considered the best approach to waking his old friend. "Very well. I will accompany you both to where Lady Moonstone resides in this world. It is past time we were reunited after so many long years." He turned to Albedo and gave her a commanding nod. "Albedo, ready the guard for our departure. We shall leave for Moonstone's location immediately and reunite me with my lost companion."

"Oohhh! You should have Lord Demiurge wake her with a kiss!!" Naria jabbed her staff into Cherry's side. "OW!!!"

Ainz raised an eyebrow at the playful bickering between the two NPCs, a hint of amusement in his voice as he replied. "While I appreciate your enthusiasm, Cherry, I believe a more…gentle approach may be in order for reuniting with my old friend. After all, she has been resting for some time." Turning to Naira, he inquired, "Is there a more conventional way to awaken your mistress? I would prefer not to startle her unduly upon our first meeting in this realm."

Naira closed her eyes with a sigh. "Yes. All we have to do is speak to her; she can hear us in this stone form. Please forgive Cherry's words. She is at times. Stupid."

Ainz chuckled softly, shaking his head in mock exasperation. "There is no need for apologies, Naira. I remember well the… color commentary that Cherry was known for in the past." Turning to Albedo. She bowed to him again. "Shall I gather the rest of the Floor Guardians here my Lord?"

Ainz held up a skeletal hand, stopping Albedo mid-step as she prepared to move to carry out his order. "No, Albedo - I believe a more discreet approach would be best for this particular reunion. Gather only a small, trusted contingent of the Floor Guardians to attend us. I would have our reunion with Lady Moonstone be a private affair, at least at first." His gaze turned thoughtful as he added, "Have Demiurge join us as well, of course. If indeed, his presence is what allows her to hear us in her stone form."

Cherry laughed as a wide grin appeared on her face. She was going to comment on something, but Naira hit her with her staff again, harder this time.

"Oww! Hey, watch it, Nai- oh… aahh…" Cherry yelped in pain, rubbing her bruised side. "My apologies, Lord Ainz. I'll keep her in line," Naira said, giving Cherry a warning glare.

Ainz couldn't help but chuckle softly at the exchange, shaking his head in gentle reproach. "Please, let us maintain some decorum as we prepare to reunite with my old friend. I would have our first meeting in this realm be a more dignified affair."

"Yes my Lord. I will keep her in line." Naiar said. Ainz moved his hand up to where his ear would be to call Demiurge. "Demiurge. I require your presence in the Throne Room at once." he commanded, his voice carrying a hint of urgency. As he waited for Demiurge's response, Ainz turned to Naira and Cherry. "While we await Demiurge's arrival, tell me more about Lady Moonstone's current circumstances. I am eager to understand the life she has built for herself in this world."

"Lady Moonstone is the ruler of the Hidden Kingdom. A Kingdom where humans and Inhumans live in peace." Naira said.

Ainz nodded slowly, a thoughtful expression on his face as the implications of Naira's words sank in. "A kingdom of humans and inhuman races living in harmony… that is quite remarkable, indeed." He paused, considering the significance of this revelation before turning his gaze to Naira.

"And tell me, Naira - in what capacity does my old friend serve as ruler? I would understand the nature of her reign and how she has united such a diverse populace." Ainz's curiosity was genuine, eager to learn how Lumin0us had adapted to this new role in this strange world. Albedo turned her head to Ainz. "I havenever seen a 'Hidden Kingdome on anyof the maps my Lord."

Ainz glanced at Albedo, a slight frown on his face as he considered her comment. "That is not surprising, given the… unconventional nature of our arrival in this realm." He turned back to Naira, his expression thoughtful.

"Naira, I must know - is this 'Hidden Kingdom' difficult to reach? And what manner of ruler is Lady Moonstone to the various peoples within her borders?"

Naira shook her head no. "We have a spell covering the city, keeping us hidden from those who wish to harm us."

Ainz's eyes widened slightly at Naira's revelation, a hint of admiration coloring his tone as he replied. "A spell to conceal an entire kingdom… now that is a feat of magic I could not have envisioned from my old friend in the past." Pride swelled within him as he continued, "It seems Lady Moonstone has truly carved out a new path for herself in this world."

"Ehhhh… Moony still doesn't use a lot of magic. Even for a Paladin."

Naira ignored Cherry and continued. "We have mages that are able to do 8th-tier magic."

Ainz raised an eyebrow at Naira's revelation, a mix of surprise and faint amusement playing across his skeletal features. "A kingdom with mages capable of 8th tier magic… and yet, you say that Lady Moonstone herself does not rely heavily on her magical prowess as a ruler?"

He shook his head, marveling at the notion. "It appears my old friend has taken a rather unconventional approach to leadership in this realm. Tell me more about how she governs without extensively utilizing her own considerable magical talents."

Cherry looked at Ainz as her tails flicked behind her. "When she talks, people listen. People trust her word and follow her."

Ainz listened to Cherry's simple yet profound explanation, nodding slowly as he processed the implications. "Trust and respect… the most valuable assets a leader can possess. It seems Lady Moonstone has honed her natural charisma and wisdom to unite her people, not solely her magic."

He smiled softly at the notion, feeling a swell of pride and affection for his former guildmate. "To command such loyalty and obedience through mere words and presence… that is a skill I have always admired in Lumin0us. It warms my bones to learn that she has not only carried this strength into this world but has used it to forge a new life and community."

Albedo listened to Ainz's words, her brows furrowing slightly as she felt a pang of envy at the praise he lavished upon the absent Supreme Being. "My Lord. You speak highly of this… 'Lady Moonstone'. It seems this former guildmate of yours possesses qualities that have earned her the respect and devotion of her subordinates in this realm." She paused, considering her next words carefully before adding, "I must confess, I had not expected such… lofty opinions of one you had not seen in a hundred years."

"Aww! is someone jealous!" Cherry teased.

Albedo's eyes flashed with annoyance at Cherry's taunt, and she quickly retorted with a sharp tone. "You watch your tongue, teifling!!"

Ainz shot both Cherry and Albedo a stern look, silencing them with a minimal gesture even as Albedo's cheeks flushed a faint pink beneath her porcelain skin at the accusation. "Cherry, please - let us maintain decorum in this discussion," Ainz chided gently yet firmly.

Turning to Albedo, he gave her a reassuring smile, his voice softening. "Albedo, your dedication and loyalty are beyond question, as are your own exceptional qualities. There is no need to feel envy or comparison." He paused, contemplative. "Lady Moonstone's strengths simply highlight the truth - we were blessed to have such steadfast and remarkable individuals in our original guild."

Ainz smiled warmly at Cherry's apology, giving her a gentle nod. "There is no need for such formality, Cherry. I know your heart is in the right place, even if your tongue sometimes runs ahead of your thoughts." He chuckled softly before turning back to Albedo.

"Now, let us focus on the task at hand. Albedo, I would have you accompany Demiurge and myself to Lady Moonstone's hidden kingdom, along with a small, trusted contingent of our guard." Ainz's gaze turned serious as he considered the sensitive nature of their mission. "We must tread carefully, for the sake of old friendship's sake. But most importantly, the future of Nazarick hangs in the balance."

"You do not need to hide yourself my lord. Undead live in the city as well." Naira said.

Ainz raised an eyebrow at Naira's revelation, a glimmer of intrigue in his voice as he inquired further. "You say undead reside in this Hidden Kingdom alongside the living? Now that is a development I had not anticipated." He paused, considering the implications before adding, "Tell me, Naira - how do the undead and the living coexist so harmoniously within the realm of my old friend's rule? I would understand the nature of this unprecedented peace."

"The Hidden Kingdom has been around for 90 years. People there have always lived amongst inhumane. Theurre were 4 slave city's that ones made up the Hidden Kingdom. Lady MoonStone killed all the slave owners and traders. Offering the free slaves to go free. Or to live in piece amounts her. All of the slaves chose to stay with her."

Ainz listened intently to Naira's explanation, his eyes widening slightly as the full scope of the changes his old friend had ushered in became clear. "Lady Moonstone abolished slavery and granted freedom to all within her realm... And yet, the former slaves chose to remain under her protection?" A sense of awe and admiration colored his tone.

He shook his head slowly, marveling at the transformation. "In but a mere 90 years, she has not only united the living and undead but forged a new society built on the pillars of freedom and choice. To have achieved such a feat is nothing short of extraordinary."

"Surely humans are not treated the same as her." Albedo commented. Naria's and Cherry's eyes narrowed at her. "And what if they are?" Grumbled Cherry. "Moony has put in a lot of work to keep her city peaceful... But that might be too hard for someone like you to grasp." Cherry commented coldly on Albedo. Ainz cut Albedo off quickly. Holding up a hand, silencing both Albedo and Cherry with a sharp look. "Enough. I will not tolerate such discord, especially not in matters concerning one who was once precious to me." His gaze turned to Albedo, his expression stern.

"Albedo, I expect better discretion and respect from you. Lady Moonstone's methods, while perhaps unconventional, have clearly brought peace and unity to her kingdom. To question them so flippantly is beneath you." Ainz's voice carried an edge of reproach before softening as he addressed the group.

"Now, let us put aside our differences and focus on the task at hand - reuniting with my old friend and forging a new alliance between Nazarick and her Hidden Kingdom."

Everyone paused as the doors opening to the throne room could be heard opaning. Naira and Cherry both turn their heads to see Demiurge approaching them. Ainz wondered.... He knew that Moonstone's passing was hardest on Ulbert then everyone. He knew for a fact that Ulbert deleted all mention of her from Demiurge's lore and programing. So he alredy knew that he wouldn't remebr her at all. "I appreciate you come Demiurge." Ainz said as Demiurge walked up and bowed down to him. "Tell me. Do you remember a Supreme Being name, Lumin0us_t0rrent?"

Demiurge paused, a flicker of confusion crossing his sharp features as he climbed to his feet. He shook his head slowly. "I... do not. The name is unfamiliar to me." A hint of genuine puzzlement colored his tone, with no trace of the usual arrogant grin or sly smirk. It was clear that the name Lumin0us did not resonate with him, likely due to the careful editing of his backstory by his creator, Ulbert. Shit... If this really was her. She was going to be mad. And then she'll start asking him why her favorite NPC can't remember her.

Naira and Cherry looked at each other.

"Shit... Well this ain't good." Cherry said as Naira looked a bit worried. "Do you remembrance us Lord Demiurge?" Naira asked. Demiurge shook his head, a look of genuine confusion on his face as he replied. "No, I'm afraid I do not. I have no recollection of either of you, nor the Supreme Being you mentioned earlier." He paused, intrigued by the concern etched on their faces. "I assume that you two somehow connected to this Lumin0us character?" His crystalline eyes narrowed slightly as he studied Naira and Cherry with newfound curiosity.

"Ummm...." Cherry tried to lie. But she had a horrible lying face. Glancing off to the side, Naira had a more annoyed look on her face. Cherry's tail flicked more as she tried to lie to Demiurge. "Nooo-" "-Yes," Naira said.

Ainz listened to the exchange, his expression growing more somber as the implications of Demiurge's lack of memories sank in. He turned to Naira. "Cherry and I are creations of Lady MoonStone. Or formerly known as Lady Lumin0us_t0rrent. Is a Supreme being of Nazarick. Yet. It seems that only a few here can fully remember her. It may be due to something in this new world attempting to fully block it." Naira said as she put three of her eight arms behind her back. "I believe that it may be an effort of a World Level Item.

Ainz listened intently to Naira's words, his skeletal jaw clenching slightly as the weight of the revelation settled upon him. He knew the true reason behind the lapse in Demiurge's memories - Ulbert's decision to erase all traces of Lumin0us from their collective histories was a painful one, a final act of grieving and coping with their loss. Her death was hardest on him then anyone else. There was a rumor that the two of them had feelings for each other, but those were never brought up again after her passing.

However, Ainz could not bring himself to reveal the harsh truth, knowing that it would only cause further distress and division among his remaining companions. Instead, he chose to focus on the path forward, on reuniting with his old friend and forging a new alliance.

Turning to Naira and Cherry, he gave them a reassuring nod. "I see. Thank you for your honesty, Naira. It seems we have a mystery to unravel, indeed." He paused, considering his next words carefully before adding, "For now, let us concentrate on reuniting with Lady Moonstone."

Naira bowed to Ainz. "Would you wish for me to teleport us all to where she is, my lord?" Ainz nodded slowly, considering Naira's offer. "Yes, please do so. Let us make haste to reunite with my old friend." He turned to the assembled group, his gaze sweeping over them.

"Albedo, Demiurge - stay close and maintain a respectful demeanor in the presence of Lady Moonstone. She is still a Supreme being of Nazarick. "Ainz's voice held a note of anticipation and longing, eager to lay eyes upon his lost friend once more.

"Lord." Both of them said as they bowed their heads to him. Naira bowed her head as one. The only one who was still slightly lost was Cherry as she looked around the room. As well as Ainz, as he thought back to different times.

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'So what are we doing exactly?'

Lumin0us asked as she sat in a chair on one of the levels in the Tomb. Bukubukuchagama, Momonga, TouchMe, Ulbert, and Peroroncino waited around as well.

'There's a fall event!!' Peroroncino said excitedly. Momonga added on.

'Oh yeah. What up with that? Because fall is ment to be exercise session.'

'Guess gso! Beat the event and get a tracksuit!' Peroroncino added a bit too excited. But then he slammed his fist onto the guild's round table. 'What a letdown...'

Peroroncino said as he finally sat down sadly. Momonga agreed. 'Yeah, modern track suits seem out of place in a fancy game.' Peroroncino shook his head as he crossed his arms.

'Nah, I'm saying they should have gone with the bloomers for the female avatars!' Peroroncino said proudly.

Momonga slowly turned his head to him. 'Is your taste stuck in the Showa era???'

'Eh, guess that could have used panties or bikini bottoms insted.'

Lumin0us leaned over to Ulbert. 'Was... that actually a thing?' She asked as Ulbert crossed his arms with a huff. 'I'm taking no part in this coverensation.'

Peroroncino pointed over at Lumin0us. ' Hey!! If the guys were shirtless and shorts and shirtless- you would be asking Ulbert to have Demiurge were it!!'

Lumin0us made no verbal comment as her head snapped over to Ulbert. The goat crossed his arms over his chest with a huff. 'Don't even think about it Lum.' He grumbled as Peroroncino shouted 'cowered!' at him.

Ulbert waved a dismissive hand at the walking KFC as he continued to talk to Momonga.

'We were thinking about taking a group photo with all of us in the track suits.' Peroroncino said as both he and Ulbert thought about the guild recreating one of those dumb class photos in the trachsuits.

'The Ainz Ooal Gown school mandrake harvest memorial photo.' Ulbert added.

Momonga and Lumin0us looked at each other before Momonga said. 'Why not just make it a sports festival?' 'Though, I guess when you watch old shows set in high schools, they were those tracksuits for all kinds of events, there are plenty of scenes you could stage with them.' Lumin0us added, thinking about the older anime she had watched over the years, stuck in the hospital. Not being able to leave due to how bad the air had gotten in the UK.

Ulbert glanced at who was at the table before thinking more. 'what else... Hmm... I know! Lets do it!' 'The Ainz Ooal Gown class trip!!' Both Peroroncino and Momonga said as the same time. making the gargoyle quickly look at the three of them. 'The Ainz Ooal Gown class trip..??' Lumin0us said confused.

Lumin0us looked over at TochMe and Bukubukuchagama. 'Are you two wanting in on this?' she asked as they looked at her. 'I would have to make sure my wife and child were well before I do so' TouchMe said. Lumin0us smiled as the other paladin. 'Aww... How's she doing?'

'She is well. She does have what hair you should add to your player model next. I'll dm it to you.'

Small 'ooohs' could be heard as the two paladins talked. Lumin0us took a moment to pull up TouchMe's message.

'Awww! Long braids? I love it! I'll change that and send a screenshot to you when that's done!'

'Ohhh! Let me see!'

Bukubukuchagama asked as Lumin0us went to upload the photo in their group chat. 'Give me a seccc... There. It's in the group chat.'

Peroroncino went to look before coming back to say.

'It's just like this one game I played where the maim character has people pull on her hair like--'

Bukubukuchagama muted her brother's mic as he clearly kept talking. Not knowing he had been muted until he was done speaking.

Ulbert sighed before he went on speaking.

'The class trip allows all the students in the same grade to travel to some decent location for sightseeing and social education. While the trip is educational, there's nothing more exciting than traveling with friends. And then there's the most thrilling part of all... ' It didn't take long for the group to move to a fake otomarikai by the time he was done talking. 'Group sleepovers!!' Ulbert yelled as Momonga walked over to him, everyone now wearing the tracksuits. 'I wouldn't call them the main event.' He added.

'Look I mostly work off of manga and video games here.' Ulbert added as Lumin0us looked around at the tatami on the ground. 'Do you not have these in the UK?' Punitto Moe asked Lumin0us as she looked around the room. 'I don't... think so? Father never told me about having things like this back in his school days. I had to do homeschooling with my condisons..' She said as she sat down on the tatami. 'Were these fun?'

She asked, looking up at Punitto Moe moved one of his vine hands up to his chin as he thought. 'From what I've seen in anime. They look fun. In the 20th and early 21st centuries, pollution and economic disparity weren't nearly as bad, so it was normal for even the lower classes to go on middle and high school class trips.'

'You're talking like over a century ago.' Takemikazuchi added, walked over to the two, and put a hand on his hip. Both of them are in the tracksuits as well.

But you've all watched at least one show like that right?' Ulbert asked as he looked over at TouchMe and Peroroncino. 'Yeah I have.' Peroroncino said as he leaned down on a bed. TouchMe crossed his arms under his chest as he added on. 'And it was more or less like this.' 'True.' Momonga walked over to the group on the bed. 'There's always a pillow fight on the class trip sleepover right?' Ulbert said as he bent down to grab a pillow. 'Let's do it!! We even got enough for each--'

'Sorry, but both the futon and the pillows are defined as a single object. You can't actually pick up just the pillow.. The blankets are separate, though.' Tabula said as Ulbert tried to pick up a pillow. 'Your right-- This sucks!! The hell!!?' Ulbert yelled angrily. 'We could throw the whole futon.' Nishikienrai added as Takemikazuchi shook his head. 'Who ever heard of a futon fight?'

'I'm pretty sure the shop sells pillows, I'll go buy some-- be right back' Tabula said as she turned to leave the room. Momonga waved his hand back and forth quickly. 'Huuh!? No, I'd feel bad making you go through trouble.'

'Oh I don't mind it's on me for ordering the wrong item in any case.' Tabula added on as he turned his head to look at Momonga.

'Surely we own something that can make do, so you don't have to go buy some cushions Maybe?' Peroroncino said as he sat down fully on the futon. Nishikienrai had sat down next to him as well, taking a peek at his inventory. '

'I don't have any, but the guild shared storage might.' Nishikienrai said as he looked over at Peroroncino. Lumin0us was lying down on the futon. looking around at the others. Then stared at Ulbert for a bit with her chin in her hands. 'Oh here's something close-ish!' Takemikazuchi said as he held up a bag of flour. TouchMe also found something as he showed it to the group. 'I've got a white bag.' 'Way to go TouchMe!!' 'What's in it?'

Takemikazuchi looked down at the bag of flour, then back up at the other. 'Bags of flour look pretty similar, don't they?'

'They do, they look about the same so.... Sure? Why not?' Ulbert said as he looked over at Lumin0us lying down. TouchMe glanced over at Ulbert. 'They're close but- wouldn't a white bag be better?' TouchMe hummed as he tapped his foot on the ground, before looking at the whole group.

'Diatomite. Who's up for a diatomite fight?' 'Diatomite??' Lumin0us mumbled oncfused as Ulbert added on. 'Like we're goofing off while stacking sandbags!?

Lumin0us was still staring at Ulbert as she was staring off into space. The door to the room slammed open by Bukubukuchagama and Yamaiko.

'Yo whazzup? The girls are here to hang in the boys' room!' Bukubukuchagama said as Yamaiko held some pillows in her arms. 'Put some pants on sis!' Peroroncino yelled as the pink slim yelled at her younger brother. 'Shut up! It would look weird if I did!'

'They were running late, so I asked him to pick up some pillows.' Momonga said as Lumin0us finally glanced away from Ulbert.

'That's our Guild Master.' She said with a smile. 'Thanks?' Bukubukuchagama noticed that Lumin0us was already here. 'Heyyy! You aredy in here Lum!'

'Huh? Yeah? It's a group sleepover?' She said, a bit confused. Bukubukuchagama had a smirk on her face, even though she did not really have a face. ' We brought enough for everyone!' She said as she pulled out some pillows from her inventory. Yamaiko held out some pillows as well. 'Everyones here but Luci★Fer?'

Tabula looked over at the group getting pillows. 'If he comes to, we'll be short a pillow.'

Momonga turned over to Tabula.

'No, we'll have enough. He said he wanted to play the teacher role. You know- the whole "Teachers coming!! Everyone pretend to be asleep!!" thing. ' 'I've seen that!' Peroroncino said as he pirked up. Tabula mumbling. 'Is that really fun for him?'

Perorncino shoots up. Poinging at the group. 'I know what this is!! The teacher comes to check on us while the girls are visiting.... And they're not allowed to be here- SO! They have to hide in the futon with you and avoid getting caught!!! It's a classic trope!'

'I vote the NPC be brought in then--' 'Were not being in Demiurge just for you to lie down on his chest Lum.' Ulbert cut her off.

Tabula crossed his arms and looked over at Perorncino . 'From the porn games you mean?'

'Noooo from all ages Rromcom manga!!'

Punitto Moe. walked over to hit Pereoncino on the back of his head. 'Well this time we know in advance that there's teacher coming so...'

'Takemikazuchi-san and Yamaiko-san are too big to share a futon so they both need one of themselves. Yamaiko-san pull your head under the covers too!!'

'Teapot-sanis tiny enough to share with anyone, but even though this is retrospace, as a woman, she should go with her brother for priority's sake!'

'Finally. As a ninja, Nishiki-san can hide with basically anyone.'

'Okay I think we have a solid shot for the teacher Tekken' Punitto Moe said as both Ulbert and Takemikazuchi both raised their hand. Lumin0us raised her hand as well.

'Agreed.'

'Agreed.' 'You can tell we're all veterans of raid prep.' Momonga said as Pereoncino looked panicked. 'I don't want to share with my sister!!' 'You should Rejoice! I'm a girl!'

TouchMe looked around the room at the walls. 'Come to think of it, this is actually a room of the Ninja mansion. Nishikienrai didn't need to bother hiding under the futon. He can just use a spinning wall to evade into another room.' 'But- they don't have spinning walls on a school trip, I think?' Lumin0us mumbled confused. 'If This Were a real class trip, we'd be in a Ryokan! No ninja mansion gimmicks allowed!!' Tabula raised his arms into the shape of a x. Ulbert pointed at TouchMe.

'Yeah!! respect the sitting!'

'But isn't the Ainz Ooal Gown class trip already traveling all over Yggdrasil's setting??' TouchMe added on confused. Nishikienrai walked over past TouchMe to the closet, opening it.

'If we're pretending it's a standard Ryokan 'hide in the closet' is the classic option.'

Opening the closet to see a broken pot with seals all around it. '...... There's something in here.'

'It's a pot with a ghost sealed inside of it.'

'How does that fit the setting!?'

'What kind of old Ryokan where you go to for a class trip doesn't have a sealed Ghost or two?'

'.....Tablula-san. what is this theory based on!?'

Nishikienrai moved things around on the top shelf a bit. 'I'll just hide on the top shelf to avoid tipping over this pot.' Momonga nod in agreement as he looked back t everyone gathering around them.

'Okay, never ready, even if the teacher comes without warning. Now, let's start the pillow fight!'

Everyone grinned as they all reached for a pillow. Lumin0us finally stood up as well, reaching over to grab a pillow. Huh, this would be her first-ever pillow fight. She.... Was excited. Everyone was getting ready to start when TouchMe interrupted.

'Sorry, what rules are we playing by?'

....... Everyone paused as they glanced at eachother. What rules?

'Who need 'em!!?' Ulbert yelled as he was the first one to throw a pillow at TouchMe's face. 'Seriously? What were you thinking!? This is about a battlefield, where violence ranges supreme!!' Ulbert yelled as he pointed at TouchMe. 'It's a ryokan. A class trip hotel. We don't need no rules, you admit defeat, you're out, last man standing wins!!'

'So a free-for-all?' Yamaiko asked politely.

'In that case I have no fear of losing an endurance match to a Caster who always runs out of gas in about 5 Seconds' TouchMe said drectly to Ulbert. Ulbert snas his head over at TouchMe. 'Nuh-uh, whoever hits hardest went and who cares about fuel efficiency and a pillow fight!!' '.....' Lumin0us watched the two fight as Pereoncino walked over to Momonga with a pillow in hand. 'Let's ignore those two and get started.' 'Yeah.'

Bukubukuchagama, Takemikazuchi, Tabula, and Pereoncino all start to throw their pillows at Nishikienrai, who uses his shadow cons to avoid the attacks. Momonga had to cut in and tell Nishikienrai no shadow clons allowed. Yamaiko smiled as she watched everyone start throwing pillows. While Ulbert and TouchMe were still fighting.

TouchMe was fighting with Ulbert when his body froze. 'Wait!! Everyone froze! Do you hear that?'

'Hear what?' Punitto Moe asked. 'Oh a music box?' Bukubukuchagama mumbled. '..... Is it getting closer?' Takemikazuchi asked as he looked around. 'It's coming from outside. I'll take a look.' Momonga said as he set his pillow down. Pereoncino nod his head. 'I'll go with you.'

Luci★Fer was walking down the hall, knife in one hand. a music box in the other. ' ' Creepy. ' ' Both Momonga and Pereoncino said. Quickly going back into the room, both Pereoncino and Momonga looked at everyone. 'The teacher is coming!!' Pereoncino whispered. 'And he has a knife- for some reason.' Momonga added as everyone quickly made their way to a bed. 'Pretty sure that's a serial killer not a teacher!!' Someone added. Ulbert also grabbed Lumin0us to share a bed with her. The girls all found someone to share a bed with and to hide under the covers.

'We all good?' Momonga whispered.

'No more footsteps.' Ulbert added.

'He's coming!' Punitto Moe whispered.

'Eee-Hee Hee-Hee. Any baad children still up after curfew....? Hee-Hee.' Luci★Fer sang as he entered the room. He made his way through the room, and over to the closet where Nishikienrai was hiding. 'Eee-Hee Hee-Hee...'

Luci★Fer opened the closet door where Nishikienrai was. Making the ninja jump. 'Hee-Hee Ehh. All I have to do is destroy this seal and I'll be free of this place.'

'Wait he's not a teacher at all he's the ghost of the pot!!' Pereoncino whispered. 'That setup paid off.' Tablula whispered. 'Were you two in cahoots Tablua-san!?' Momonga whispered. Lumin0us was trying to stay still ontop of Ulbert. Not being able to see what was happening, and they were on a bed that was close to the closet.

'What have you done with our actual teacher!!' 'Be gone ghost, be gone!'

'That won't work hee-hee- ehee!'

Yamaiko peeked out of her hiding spot when an alarm went off for her. 'Oh, look at the time, I got plans with me sister. I gotta run guys.' Bukubukuchagama nodded her head in agreement. 'kay, the girls are heading out to hang with akemi-chan.' Momonga peeked up from his bed, giving the girls a thumbs up. 'Got it. Thanks for coming!' 'No prob.' 'It was fun!' Bukubukuchagama clanced over at Lumin0us. 'You hopping off? Do you have any check-ups after this?' 'Thankfully no. Doctors should be bothering a bit. So I'll hang out here for a bit longer. Probably till I pass out.'

Bukubukuchagama waved by as Yamaiko logged off before she did as well. Momonga looked over at the others in their bed. 'So what do you say? Do we call it a night?' Pereoncino laughed as he shook his head. 'Are you kidding me!? The class trip sleepover has just begun!' 'We got to lie in bed and chat about random stuff until we all drift off' Pereoncino said as most everyone turned on their side to look at each other. The lights were still off, and now Luci★Fer had crawled into Nishikienrai bed.

'Eee-hee-heee-hee.. sounds fun.'

'.....Why is the ghost in my futon?'

Lumin0us let out a tired yawn as the boys talked about what they could be talking about. Ulbert glanced down at the tired gargoyle. 'Are you feeling alright?' He asked as she nodded her head. 'Yesh.. It's fine, it's probably due to some of the new meds my doctor has me on. I'm just a bit more sleepy now...' 'Did you take your last round of meds on time?' 'Yeah, I paused during the pillow fight and took them. I don't have anymore till tomorrow morning.' 'And headaches at all?' 'No.. (Yawn) No. I'm ok... I'm just tired.' TouchMe looked over at the two. 'Is it too loud in here for you?' 'No, actually it's nice. The hospital is always too quiet for me. So I don't mind sleeping here like this.'

Pereoncino had gone on rambling about love and H-games. Then they started to talk about the women NPC of Nazarick. Ulber did pip in here and there. Lumin0us was still slightly awake. So she added. 'You guys can... (yawn) have the women. But Demi... Demi is mine...' She mumbled as the boy turn there heads to look at her. Ulbert rolled his eyes at her comment. 'Why don't you make a ring and give it to him.'

'... Can I.... Please?' Lumin0us mumbled as Ulbert sighed. 'Sure.' 'See! See! This! A Player x NPC!! This is the good shit!' Pereoncino. After a bit, Lumin0us did fall asleep against Ulbert. The voices of the rest of the guild are fading into the back.... And the sound of heart monitors alerting went off, waking her up.

#coming back to my dead blog just to reblog this #awesome

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