Chapter 26 - Exchange

(MC POV)

Smiling slightly, I listen as Shizu asks me to help her students with the backlash of their summoning at a young age.

I will help her with the problem Rimuru solved in the anime, not only because I'm infinitely merciful but also because, without it, I might not get the time traveler to remember.

My eyes, filled with amusement, stay on her. "Well, I indeed know a way to help them, but..."

She, understanding I want something in exchange, immediately says, "I will give anything, but please help them." Her voice is desperate, filled with determination.

Rimuru, standing next to her, seems to want to say something but stops himself. "Well, I will ask for payment when I think of something. For now, let me give you the solution."

She bows, grateful. "Thank you, Katharos. It means a lot to me."

It seems she really cares for them, huh? Well, not that it changes anything. Just in the show, it was never really shown that much, and while my knowledge should cover anything, I ignore any knowledge that isn't from the souls I consume, as that would be completely boring. This made me use anime as my information source.

Stretching my body like any cat would, I look at her and reply, "No need to thank me. I'm just fulfilling my part of the deal. Now for the solution: all you need to do is find Ramiris's labyrinth and make the children contract with a spirit."

Rimuru, who was listening, seems to get the idea, thanks to his Great Sage. "It makes sense, but where is the labyrinth?"

That's already your problem, but Shizu should know the location.

Shizu, who also understood why that is from her experience, says, "Don't worry, Rimuru. I know the location, but there's something I'm concerned about: wouldn't they have the same problem as me with Ifrit?"

Shaking my head, I reply, "They won't. Just make Rimuru devour them beforehand, and he will take care of the rest."

Rimuru then says, surprised to be mentioned, "Wait, why would I need to do that?"

While my tail moves from left to right, I turn around and start walking away from him.

I also hear him mutter, 'Of course you won't answer,' but I don't react as Shizu starts to lead me to her students.

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Arriving at a classroom filled with kids, my gaze moves toward a little girl. Ignoring the others, I jump onto her desk. "O Teacher brought a cat."

She says this while bringing her hands toward me to pet. Shizu and Rimuru are shocked to see this, while other kids come closer to Chloe to pet me.

Awkwardly, Shizu says, "He is Katharos, not just some cat, so please be a little respectful and let him go."

Before Chloe can do as Shizu asks, I say, "No need. I can stay in your arms."

Poor girl, confused, replies, "Oo, okay," before her mind processes what happened but doesn't want to break her word, continuing to hold me this time without petting.

Shizu and Rimuru, still a little awkward, come closer, with Shizu saying, "Well, kids, as you already see, I came today with two guests today. Here is Rimuru, with blue hair and a face similar to mine, and the cat is Katharos. Be sure to treat them properly."

The kids nod and greet us, saying, "Hello, Rimuru, Katharos." After this, they proceed to introduce themselves.

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(Alexander POV)

Two days is all the time Luminous will remain in control, and I know it will be like this. The plan is simple: Luminous plans to attack the cult's base she found, and while she is doing it, I will attack when both are tired, making them submit to me.

I already have many people who will follow me, which is weird but welcomed. With my knowledge, I know they should be without real ambition because of Luminous's way of ruling, but they seem to be ambitious, and what a change.

Going toward the same room where my teacher was last seen, I look around the decorated halls. Finally, going inside the training room, I stop.

My teacher disappeared the same day I won, without any news, as if he never existed in the first place. The only things he left behind are the techniques and memories of his figure. As much as I asked my subordinates, they said such a person never existed in any of the churches.

But know this: I won't give up. When I get Luminous under me, I will find you and make you show me your face, no matter what, Master.

With my hand clenched, I stop and take one of the swords, swinging it using a specific technique. As I continue training, I speed up more and more, making the air aggressively push against the walls.

When I finish with Luminous and Zephaniah, I need to do something about Rimuru and Yuuki while protecting myself from the curious eyes of Guy Crimson.

With one last swing, I drop the sword and move toward the door.

While Guy Crimson shouldn't be aware of Luminous's situation, I can't bet on that, so let's start planning countermeasures.

Shaking my head, I move to a big room filled with my people, saying, "Only two days left, and we will finally be free from oppression, making our goals easier....."

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A/N:Changed the cover. I personally believe it's better now but what do you think?

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