Chapter 52: The Octagram Restructuring
The ash that was once Clayman drifts across the obsidian floor, a final, pathetic dividend of a failed hostile takeover. I stand at Rimuru's side, my silver-white hair shimmering under the ancient magicule lamps of the banquet hall. I adjust the cuffs of my obsidian-silk suit, feeling the raw, primordial power of the surrounding entities—The Board of Directors of this world.
"Asset liquidated," I state flatly, my voice cutting through the stunned silence. "Lord Clayman has officially defaulted on his existence. I believe we can move to the 'reorganization' phase of this meeting."
Guy Crimson, the red-haired Primordial at the head of the table, lets out a low, dangerous laugh. "Well. That was certainly more entertaining than the usual bickering. You've proven your value, Rimuru. And your... associate here seems to have a very sharp eye for the ledger."
Azathoth, give me a full status audit. We've integrated a massive amount of high-tier logic from this encounter. I want to see the current portfolio before we engage in further negotiations.
Notice. Optimization complete. Soul Capacity is stable. Displaying the current status panel for Master SHINJI SATOU TEMPEST.
📊 EXECUTIVE STATUS PANEL: SHINJI SATOU TEMPEST
| Category | Data Entry |
|---|---|
| Name | Shinji Satou Tempest |
| Species | Demon Slime (True Dragon Variant / High-Tier Diamond Slime) |
| Title | Risk Manager of the Jura-Tempest Federation |
| Aura | [Dragon Spirit Haki] (Lord's Ambition) |
| Existence Value | Immeasurable (Infinite Jura-Storm Network Link) |
| Soul Capacity | 38% (Optimized) |
Ultimate Skills
* [AZATHOTH, Lord of Continuity]
* Analytical Appraisal: 360-degree environmental and law analysis.
* Law Manipulation - Copy: Duplication of information particles.
* Universal Synthesis: 100% success rate merger of skill blueprints.
* Reactive Evolution: Automated resistance allocation.
* [Gourmet Capitalist, Croesus]
* Capitalist's Inventory: Infinite spatial storage.
* Luxury Manifestation: Creation of high-end commodities via magicules.
* Monetary Conversion: Bribery Clause for spiritual/physical influence.
* Transaction Domain: Total control of density and movement cost in radius.
Tactical Offensive Suite (New Acquisition)
* [Total Liquidation Logic]: All attacks bypass standard spiritual and physical defenses.
* [God's Wrath (Megiddo)]: Concentrated thermal light-speed lasers.
* [Hell Flare] / [Black Flame]: Anti-regeneration high-heat destruction.
* [Soul Eater] / [Heartless One]: Instant repossession of spiritual energy from the fearful.
Inherent & Resistances (Immunity Suite)
* [Obsidian Aegis]: Physical/Natural/Status/Spiritual/Holy-Demonic Nullification.
* [Eternal Asset Preservation]: Infinite Regeneration + Perfect Memory.
* [Universal Perception]: Absolute awareness of all energy and matter.
* [Shadow Step] / [Spatial Transfer Gate]: Dimensional mobility.
"So," Milim Nava chirps, bouncing in her seat as she continues to snack on a dragon-fruit. "Now that the boring clown is gone, what are we calling ourselves? 'Ten Great Demon Lords' doesn't work if there's only eight of us left, plus the new guy's friend!"
"Actually," Rimuru says, looking around the room. "The 'Ten Great Demon Lords' was a bit of a mouthful anyway."
The room falls silent as Rimuru looks at the stars visible through the ceiling of the hall. "How about... The Octagram?"
A ripple of power flows through the room. The World Voice resonates, acknowledging the new naming. Guy Crimson smiles, a terrifyingly sharp expression. "Octagram. I like it. A new era, a new brand."
I step forward, my [Dragon Spirit Haki] flaring just enough to make the floor beneath me hum. "A rebranding is a strong start, Lord Crimson. However, a brand is only as strong as its territory. The Jura-Tempest Federation is now a sovereign partner. I'll be sending over the proposed trade agreements and border definitions to each of your domains by the end of the week."
"Negotiating trade during an induction?" The Demon Lord Leon Cromwell scoffs, his golden eyes narrowing. "You're as arrogant as the dragon who named you."
"Arrogance is for those who can't back their claims, Lord Cromwell," I respond, my sea-grey eyes meeting his. "I call it 'Due Diligence'. We have the resources, the power, and now, the seat. It's only logical to optimize the market."
Rimuru stands, his presence finally solidifying as a peer among these ancient monsters. "We're done here for today. Let's go home, Shinji. I think we've spent enough magicules on one board meeting."
"Agreed," I say, manifesting a [Spatial Transfer Gate] that glows with a silver-black light. "I'll have Shuna prepare a victory feast. And Rimuru? Don't forget to add the Primordial's salary to the overhead. Diablo isn't going to be cheap."
Current Magicule Reserves: Infinite (Linked). Location: Walpurgis Hall -> Tempest. Status: Octagram formed. Jura Sovereignty secured. Soul Capacity: 38%.
Azathoth, archive the signatures of the Octagram. I want a full risk profile on Guy Crimson and Leon Cromwell by tomorrow. The market is ours now—let's make sure no one tries to short it.
Chapter End.