Chapter 5: Conquering the World

The two left the Treasury Hall and arrived at Momonga's weapon vault, a place where all the weapons used by guild members in the past were stored—of every level and type.

"We're here for this?"

"I want to see if I can wield other weapons," Momonga said as he picked up a sword.

However, the sword seemed to reject him; the moment it touched his hand, it was repelled and flung away.

"Could it be because of your class equipment? Your robe might be resisting other weapons," Peroroncino speculated.

"High-Rank Item Creation!" With the activation of the skill, Momonga donned a black suit of armor.

He picked up another sword and swung it forward with great force. A shockwave shot out, crashing against the mirror in front of him.

"Let me try!" Peroroncino picked up a katana, but just like Momonga, the weapon rejected him as well.

"Perfect time to test that World Item the administrator sent over," Peroroncino said with a grin.

"Universal Humanoid Transformation!"

Peroroncino pulled out a gadget resembling a smartphone, its screen featuring a single red button. Without hesitation, he pressed it.

A flash of light enveloped him, and Peroroncino transformed into a strikingly handsome young man with a well-proportioned figure—neither too slim nor too bulky. He looked like the ideal prince charming every girl would dream of.

Excited, Peroroncino tried to pick up a weapon nearby, but no matter how much strength he used, he couldn't lift it.

Momonga reverted to his original skeletal form and used the Staff of Ainz Ooal Gown to inspect Peroroncino's stats. (The staff could view the attributes of all entities within Nazarick.)

"Level: 1."

"Strength: 10."

"..."

All his other attributes were also 10. This would be considered an overpowered start in the game.

Back when Momonga and Peroroncino were level 1, none of their attributes exceeded 5.

For any class, at level 1, no attribute could surpass 10.

However, the weapons in front of them had a minimum requirement of level 10 to wield, which Peroroncino's current level couldn't meet.

"Damn it!" Peroroncino, frustrated, reverted to his original form.

"Give me some time to find someone to help me level up. I'm tired of playing with the bow. Now I really want to try using a cool katana."

"What time is it now?"

"Reporting to Lord Momonga, it's 2:54," Narberal said from the side.

"At this hour, there shouldn't be any creatures active outside. How about we take a look outside Nazarick?"

"Hmm, I was thinking the same."

"Lord Momonga, Lord Peroroncino, the guard unit is ready and on standby."

"No need, the two of us will be enough."

"Please reconsider. If it's just the two of you and something happens, we wouldn't be able to fulfill our sworn duty to protect you."

"We want to leave discreetly. Do not follow!" Momonga said, reverting to his usual imposing demeanor.

"As you wish!"

The two used their Ring of Ainz Ooal Gown to teleport to the first floor of the Great Tomb of Nazarick.

"You were really commanding back there, Lord Momonga!"

"Stop teasing me. It's exhausting trying to maintain the image of a flawless supreme leader in front of them."

With that, they headed toward the passageway leading outside.

As soon as they reached the gate of the passage, they were met by three ferocious-looking creatures.

"Greed, Wrath, Envy."

The three beasts, upon seeing Peroroncino, immediately knelt in reverence.

While they didn't recognize Momonga in his armor, they recognized Peroroncino.

Not far away, Demiurge noticed his three subordinates kneeling. He also spotted Momonga and Peroroncino.

"Isn't that Lord Momonga and Lord Peroroncino? Without the guard unit? And, Lord Momonga, your outfit is…" Demiurge said as he dropped to one knee.

"I see now. As expected of rulers with such foresight."

Momonga: "???"

Peroroncino: "???"

"What did we even do?" the two wondered silently.

"But I cannot pretend I didn't see that you're traveling without escorts," Demiurge said, implying that even if they refused his company, he would follow anyway.

"Fine, I'll allow you to accompany us," Momonga relented.

"To have my selfish request granted, I am truly grateful," Demiurge said sincerely.

The three made their way to the outskirts of the Great Tomb of Nazarick.

The starry sky above captivated both Momonga and Peroroncino.

"What a clear sky," Momonga marveled.

"Indeed!" Peroroncino agreed.

Momonga retrieved a flying item from his inventory.

<Fly >

Peroroncino flapped his wings and soared into the sky, followed closely by Demiurge, who shifted into his true form and spread his wings.

The trio pierced through the clouds, rising until they were near the moon.

"Although the sky of the Sixth Floor is stunning, it pales in comparison to this," Momonga remarked.

"Yes, what a beautiful starry night," Peroroncino replied.

"Just the moon and stars are enough to illuminate everything. It's hard to believe this is the real world."

"In our previous world, it was always so hazy. You couldn't see anything clearly," Peroroncino added.

Demiurge, flying slower, hadn't overheard Peroroncino and Momonga's earlier conversation.

"The stars twinkle like jewels in a treasure chest," Peroroncino mused.

"This beautiful world, perhaps it exists to adorn the two Supreme Beings, with the stars shining like gems for your sake," Demiurge commented.

"Perhaps," Momonga replied casually.

"Maybe we are here to claim this treasure chest that belongs to no one else," Momonga continued.

"If you give the command, I will dedicate the entire Nazarick army to presenting the entire world at your feet," Demiurge declared solemnly.

Momonga chuckled lightly. "We don't even know what this world holds yet."

"Still," he added, "conquering the world does sound fun, doesn't it?"

"Indeed," Peroroncino agreed, "who wouldn't want to go down in history as the greatest of all time?"

Nearby, Demiurge's face was one of awe, as though he had discovered a new world.

"So this is Momonga-sama's grand vision! I will dedicate myself entirely to this cause," Demiurge thought to himself.

Momonga and Peroroncino's attention was drawn to movement on the ground—a disturbance in the dirt.

"What skill is that?"

"Earth Surge! But the range has been expanded, and they're even using class abilities."

"My lords," Demiurge interjected, "may I inquire about your plans next?"

"We're going to check on Mare," Momonga replied.

"I'd like to admire the stars a bit longer. You can accompany Momonga," Peroroncino said.

Momonga hesitated, regretting his decision. He also wanted to continue enjoying the starry sky, but as the highest authority in Nazarick, he couldn't take back his words. Begrudgingly, he flew toward Mare's location.

Demiurge hesitated, glancing at Peroroncino.

"I know what you're thinking. I won't leave Nazarick. Go with Momonga. I'll call Shalltear to keep me company," Peroroncino assured him.

<Message >

"Shalltear, come keep me company above Nazarick."

"My apologies for my rudeness, and thank you for your understanding!" Demiurge said before following Momonga toward Mare.

"What do you think would be an appropriate reward for Mare?" Momonga asked.

"I believe just speaking with him will suffice, Momonga-sama," Demiurge replied.

...

<Gate >

A portal opened beside Peroroncino.

Shalltear emerged from the portal, in her second form with wings extended, but she wasn't wearing armor—just a nightgown, clearly having either been asleep or bathing moments ago.

"Master!"

Upon seeing Peroroncino, Shalltear blushed with excitement.

"Hold me!"

"Yes!"

Shalltear wrapped her arms around Peroroncino from under his shoulders, holding him close.

Peroroncino stopped flapping his wings, leaning back against Shalltear, his head resting on the softest part of her body.

"Shalltear, have you ever thought about the question, 'Who am I?'"

"Who am I? I am the Shalltear Bloodfallen you created, am I not?"

"True! Then I am Peroroncino," he said with a small laugh.

As he gazed at the bright and beautiful starry sky, memories began to resurface.

When stargazing with Momonga earlier, Peroroncino had flashes of two different skies from the real world. One was hazy and dimly lit, while the other wasn't hazy but had only a few scattered stars, hardly deserving to be called a "starry sky."

It was clear he had two distinct sets of memories, though he had no idea why. Since entering the game, his memories of real life had gradually faded without him even realizing it.

End of chapter

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