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Chapter 2 - Reunion

"Ainz-sama, are you there?" she asked, more worried, seeing that she wasn't getting a response.

I froze for a moment. I didn't expect Albedo to finish her tasks so quickly.

"Yes, Albedo, please come in." It was inevitable; better to address this sooner rather than later.

I noticed how my voice was the same as always, despite the change.

In any case, Albedo rivals Demiurge in intelligence. Surely, she'll understand the situation.

And so it was. Instead of shouting angrily, she simply stood there in shock.

Just in case, I said things only an NPC from Nazarick would know: "As you may have noticed, I am Momonga. Your creator is Tabula. Do you believe me?"

"Oh, Ainz-sama, it's an honor to see your new form. It's as magnificent as the previous one," Albedo said, kneeling.

I was surprised she didn't pounce on me like a beast in heat and that she understood the situation.

It was a little disappointing. Unlike Satoru, I don't see the NPCs as "children of my friends," so watching Shalltear and Albedo literally fight over my bones was always satisfying.

"Come here, Albedo. Let me touch you."

"Yes, Ainz-sama!" the succubus said excitedly.

Albedo almost ran to where I was.

I started with her chest, removing her dress and exposing her two enormous breasts.

"Mmm," Albedo moaned in anticipation.

I began to touch Albedo's marshmallows with my hands, much to the fallen angel's extreme delight.

Impatient, I removed my mask and started sucking on her nipples like a newborn.

"Ainz-sama!!!!" Albedo let out a muffled scream in my ear.

Did she just… from just me sucking her chest?

What am I doing?! I only wanted to talk in the first place.

Well, mission accomplished.

Ignoring my erection, which was noticeable through my robe, I dismissed Albedo.

Yes, I was only wearing a robe. Otherwise, I was naked. I need new clothes.

The succubus must have seen the bulge in my robe because she was drooling.

"Albedo, we'll continue this later. Call the Guardians, except for Victim and Gargantua. I want them in the throne room in two hours. Announce my change of form."

"Eh, but my lord, I can still continue…"

"Albedo, behave. I said we'll do it later."

"Yes, my beloved Ainz-sama," she said happily, realizing what I had implied.

"Oh, and one more thing." I grabbed her horn and brought her face to mine to kiss her.

These horns would be useful in the future.

"Mmmmm," Albedo moaned as I slipped my tongue into her throat.

"You may go now. Put your clothes on. You're my woman."

"Yes, Ainz-sama!" The succubus was euphoric. I had said she was "my woman."

"Oh, and call the head chef, Shihoutu Tokitu. I want a banquet with the Guardians now that I can eat."

Once Albedo left the room as happy as a lark, I sat on my bed.

"I need to prepare my speech. What reasons do I have for this form…"

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The two hours felt like an eternity.

Anxiety and nerves took over me.

Although deep down I knew it would go well, I had become quite an expert at pretending to be Satoru.

The minutes passed, and the Guardians were already in the throne room.

Reactions weren't long in coming. I noticed how everyone's eyes widened, except for Albedo, who already knew.

Although Cocytus's reaction was a bit hard to read, I guessed he was surprised.

The most notable were Shalltear's eyes, which were currently drooling.

"You have permission to speak."

"My lord, what a magnificent form. I am honored to serve you," Demiurge said.

"You are as beautiful as the dawn," Shalltear said, lovestruck.

"I agree," Aura said excitedly. "You look great, Ainz-sama!"

"Shalltear, Aura, do you think the dawn is comparable to Ainz-sama?" Albedo said slyly. "Ainz-sama is simply the most beautiful being in existence."

"No, of course not. I'm sorry, Ainz-sama," Shalltear apologized, while Aura glared daggers at Albedo.

I ignored it. Their catfights were entertaining to me.

"Ummm, y-you look good, Ainz-sama," Mare stammered. "B-but why did you change your form?"

"I think the same. It doesn't matter how you look, Supreme One. But why did you decide to change?" Cocytus asked.

"What are the objectives of your magnanimous plan?" Demiurge said excitedly.

"Guardians, if I give you all the answers, how will you improve?" I said, dodging the question.

"I apologize, Ainz-sama. I will strive to serve you better in the future."

"Also, I've arranged a banquet with all of you. Now that I have basic needs, make sure everyone in Nazarick knows."

This impressed the Guardians, who had varied reactions.

"I understand. I will inform the head chef. I'll have them prepare food worthy of a Supreme Being."

"That won't be necessary. I already informed him beforehand," Albedo said, smiling.

"Understood."

I understand what's happening here. By informing Albedo first, I'm giving her more importance than the other Guardians. This makes Demiurge uncomfortable, as he's in a power struggle over who is the most useful NPC.

I'll have to assign more work to Demiurge. A shame, since I don't know what to order him to do now.

In this story, I had forbidden Demiurge from experimenting on innocents under the pretext that Ulbert wouldn't have wanted it.

"Ulbert hated how power was concentrated in a few who irresponsibly abused the weak, polluting the world. I'm sure he wouldn't want you to mistreat the weak, even humans."

Thanks to that, Demiurge has been more selective with his prisoners from his farm. But like the original Ainz, I don't really know what he does, and I prefer not to know.

"Demiurge, I entrust you with the relocation of the Quagoa to the Abelion Hills. Also, I want something else from you. You will be my emissary to the Holy Kingdom. I want to send a message to the queen of that nation."

"Then, is the plan for the Holy Kingdom canceled?" Demiurge said, surprised. Despite my speech about Ulbert believing in justice, the demon still did as he pleased.

He thought the end justified the means.

The end, of course, was that all would fall under my perfect reign.

"I'm afraid so."

"I know you said earlier that I can't expect all the answers, but did I do something wrong?"

I saw Demiurge's desperation and Albedo's smile.

"Not at all, Demiurge. Your performance for Nazarick is remarkable. I've simply found a better way to bring the Holy Kingdom into the fold."

"I… understand, Ainz-sama. Forgive my audacity," the archdevil said, his tail on the ground and his ears drooping.

Now, with all that said, I was about to close the meeting, but a voice interrupted.

"So how will Ainz-sama conquer the Holy Kingdom?"

"Shalltear, I believe Ainz-sama said we have to find our own answers."

"No, let her speak, Albedo. It's a good question," I interrupted. "The answer is simple: I will court the queen."

Silence filled the room.

Until the three girls in the room screamed.

"What?!"

"What?!"

"Huh?"