The Demon General-san probably thinks it’s impossible to regenerate an arm. In fact, even for a genius of healing magic, growing back a lost arm is unheard of.
Healing magic in this world is not omnipotent.
General items like potions are just degraded versions of magic, so they’re not even worth mentioning.
I’ve heard that warriors who can use life energy called “Touki” have regenerative powers comparable to healing magic, but even then, regenerating an arm isn’t realistic.
“I have your word, then?”
“Hey now… are you serious? That’s a feat impossible with modern magic.”
“Yeah, it’s probably impossible. With modern technology and magic, that is.”
While stalking the Hero’s party, I went through ancient ruins with them.
Along the way, I obtained medicine produced with lost technology. Since the Hero’s party was only collecting the bare minimum of items as they progressed, I helped myself to some as well.
Of course, I planned to use it if the Hero ever got into danger.
But the Hero’s party was too strong. They didn’t get injured, and their healer was excellent, so they didn’t need items…
“Do you recognize this?”
“……You’re joking, right? You aren’t going to tell me that’s the Panacea Elixir, are you?”
There was a spring in those ancient ruins.
The elf girl, the spirit user, must have said that it was a panacea. Even though there was a massive amount, the Hero’s party only collected the bare minimum.
I’ve already collected quite a large amount in preparation for the Hero’s party getting injured.
“……Besides, where did you just pull that out from?”
“An ‘Item Box’ is a must-have, right? Even demons should be using them.”
“Not a pouch, but a ring type… how rare. Was it made by a genius of spatial magic?”
“Who knows?”
I don’t know the creator of this ring either. After all, I also picked this ring up while following the Hero’s party.
To be precise, I borrowed it from a corpse I found in a high-difficulty dungeon. I’ve reconciled with myself that it’s for the sake of my fan activities, so I use it gratefully.
“You… you’re unfathomable.”
When I handed over the Elixir, the Masked Demon General-san used it on his missing part while still being skeptical. Then, his arm regenerated in an instant. He seems to be dazed while staring at his restored arm… I’m a bit worried if he can use it as well as before, so I’ll ask.
“How is the condition of your restored arm? Do you think you can make a mask?”
“Yeah… it should be possible.”
“How long will it take to finish? I may not look it, but I’m a busy man.”
“I’ll give you this.”
He hands me a single mask. It seems like something he already had.
“It’s a failure I made long ago. If you’re in a hurry, you can have it. I’ll be able to make as many masks as I want from now on. But, let me ask you one thing.”
“What is it?”
“The Demon King-sama desired peace… Did you make use of that person?”
“No, I had no interest in the Demon King.”
“……I suppose so. The Demon King-sama was acting on his own will. I didn’t believe in the existence of a ‘Mastermind’ either. But after seeing you, I’m not so sure anymore.”
What does he mean by that?
“You’re overthinking it… I was just watching over the growth of the Hero’s party.”
“Is that so. Even if you are the Mastermind who used even the Demon King-sama, I no longer care. It is our loss for not being able to crush those intentions…”
Wait, what…?
He seems to be convinced that I’m the Mastermind. Even though I’m saying I’m not!
“Are you going to take revenge on the Hero?”
“I have no intention of doing so. Curiously, I don’t feel like killing you either.”
Well, of course.
I’m not the Mastermind, and I didn’t participate in the war between humans and demons.
I’m a complete outsider.
“As expected of the Commander-in-Chief. I wondered what kind of person could lead those ruffians and criminals, but you are even more bottomless than I imagined.”
“Um…?”
What is this person talking about?
There’s no way I, a fugitive, have subordinates. In the first place, I don’t even have friends…
“You seem to be a bit too drunk…”
“Yeah… it’s pathetic to get drunk on my own defeat and rot away in a place like this.”
“Uh, yeah, right.”
He seems really drunk on alcohol. The conversation isn’t connecting.
“How about it? Do you have any interest in making use of me as well? I feel something from you that is different from the Demon King-sama…”
“I have a policy of not having subordinates. But if you say you’re coming along, I’ll ‘accept’ you.”
“Instead of making me a servant, you just ‘accept’ me?”
“Wouldn’t that be more interesting?”
Having a Demon General as a subordinate is way too scary, I’d hate that.
I’d like to get along as acquaintances with a reasonable distance… and I’m too scared to reject him.
“To just ‘accept’ those monsters… you’re quite the eccentric.”
“Eh…?”
“I shall prove that I can be of use. Tell me your ideals.”
“I want to see Heroes. Heroic epics that are told forever—I like that kind of thing. That’s all.”
“I see, so that’s it…”
It seems the Demon General-san understood.
I’m relieved that we finally seem to be on the same page…
“I think your policy is interesting, but if you’re going to manage a group, you’ll need a symbol.”
“Hm…? Well, I guess a group would need one.”
What is he suddenly talking about?
“I’ll make a mask that can serve as a symbol. Though it won’t have as much influence as it did in its prime.”
“I think you should do whatever you like.”
“What shall be the name of the organization?”
Is the Demon General-san going to start a club with his friends?
I wish he’d decide the name himself.
“How about the ‘Hero Cheer Squad’ (Hero Ouen-dan)?”
“The ‘Hero Order’? Not bad.”
He didn’t hear me correctly at all… what the heck is an “Order”? This is why drunkards are trouble…
“Just as per your policy, I shall do as I please.”
“Ah, yeah.”
The Demon General-san said that with a meaningful look and left after putting on a different mask.
What should I do now?
“For now, should I leave the city? I can change my face with this mask.”
I check the mask I received once more.
This is a super-item that allows you to register someone you’ve looked at and become their face.
For now, I decided to head to a popular area.
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“Hey, have you heard? That story.”
“Yeah…”
“Apparently, someone who looks like that rumored most-wanted criminal was spotted in a nearby back alley.”
“It’s probably just a tall tale, right?”
“Not necessarily. Because—”
I am currently in a tavern in the city. It was a very ordinary pub where men who looked like ruffians but were actually commoners gathered.
Judging by their appearance, they seem to be about C-rank adventurers.
Since I have a policy of not drinking, I’m listening to the rumors while just snacking on appetizers.
“Apparently, he was seen talking to a remnant of the Demon King’s army.”
“Hey, hey…”
“So the Mastermind theory was true, then.”
“If so, then that rumor also—”
It seems I was spotted talking to the Demon General-san.
By coming into contact with a remnant of the Demon King’s army, I seem to have given weight to the Mastermind theory. In the first place, they should have heard the content of the conversation if they knew he was from the Demon King’s army, so why didn’t they explain that part…?
“Why does the suspicion deepen after hearing that conversation? Should I just spread rumors myself?”
My face is different now.
I used a random stranger I passed by on the street as a reference, copied him, and put on the mask.
He was quite a handsome man, so I thought it would be useful.
“Hello there, boys.”
“A-ah, you are…!”
“No way…?”
I spoke to the pair of men who were gossiping.
I think they’re the type to overreact, or maybe their reactions are just exaggerated. Though this face is handsome.
I’m starting to regret talking to them…
“That Emo-sugiru man in the rumors isn’t a bad person. He’s just a bit… enthusiastic.”
“A-are you also one of Emo-sugiru’s subordinates…?”
“You’re kidding, right…”
Hmm, should I just go with being a subordinate?
To convey that I’m a good person, I’ll say that he’s been kind to me.
“Emo-san has been very good to me.”
“Seriously…?”
“For a person like you to say that…”
Yes, yes. Since such a handsome man says he’s kind, they should believe it.
I have to clear up the misunderstanding, or it’s the death penalty. I’ll do my best.
“I’ll pay for your drinks. Since it seems the misunderstanding about Emo-san has been cleared up, you’ll spread the word, right?”
“A-ah, yeah…”
“Thanks… So we just need to tell the other guys about this, right?”
“Yes, that’s very helpful.”
What honest people, I’m grateful.
If I don’t manipulate the impression like this, I’ll be a fugitive forever. I want to walk through the city with my real face too.
I’ll change my face after I leave this tavern. Should I leave quite a bit of money to ensure they spread the rumor that I’m a good person?
“Well then, excuse me.”
“Take care. No, I guess those aren’t the right words for someone like you…”
“That’s right. Someone like this is bound to do well under Emo-sugiru.”
“Hm…? Well then, have a good night.”
I don’t really get it, but they seemed sad to see me go?
What nice people!
I felt good and skipped out of the shop.
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“He’s gone, huh.”
“Yeah… to think we’d run into the ‘Sword Saint,’ that S-rank adventurer.”
“And to think he’s become Emo-sugiru’s subordinate…”
“We need to tell the Guildmaster about this immediately.”
“Good grief, I wonder if he’ll believe we met him in a tavern? Well, it’s a promise.”
Looking at the money left on the table—which was quite a lot—the two laughed. As expected of an S-rank adventurer, they thought, he’s generous.
“But still? If even the Sword Saint is on his side, maybe he isn’t a bad guy?”
“Who knows. There are bad guys with charisma, after all…”
“An ‘Evil Charisma’ who can even charm the Sword Saint… if such a man were the Mastermind, that would make sense.”
This rumor spread through the city in the blink of an eye.
The biggest victim was the “Sword Saint,” but that is another story—
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