First Meeting with the Hero King

Seeing this, the onlookers' mouths dropped open in shock.

It's not that there weren't strong individuals around, but none of them were confident they could withstand Mo Li's rock spears.

At this moment, a look of seriousness flashed in the proprietress's eyes.

The subsequent developments unfolded just as they did in the original story.

News of Besta being beaten by Kaigin quickly spread.

Before long, a group of dwarf soldiers appeared and apprehended Kaigin's three brothers, Rimuru, and Mo Li.

Mo Li did not resist during the arrest because he knew there was no danger. If he had wanted to resist, these dwarf soldiers wouldn't have been able to stop him. In Mo Li's opinion, everyone in the Dwarf Kingdom, except for the Dwarf King Dovagon, was no more than a paper tiger.

However, to avoid further trouble, Mo Li had no choice but to endure it.

He knew that if they resisted, he and Rimuru might be able to escape, but it would have a massive impact on their territory. If that happened, it would be too much trouble to handle.

But according to the plot, Rimuru and Mo Li shouldn't be in any trouble. The Dwarf King Dovagon was a very wise ruler. He already knew about all the scummy things Besta had done and was even giving Besta another chance. It wasn't Mo Li's place to lecture him.

To be honest, the Dwarf King Dovagon reminded Mo Li of a certain character: the tyrannical Conqueror of Kings from the Type-Moon world setting. Though they had nothing in common, Mo Li still thought of that big oaf.

Dwarf Kingdom Prison Cell.

The prison gate was made of numerous hard metals, incredibly sturdy, with very narrow gaps. Anyone looking to escape would be half-discouraged at first glance. The entire interior of the prison was extremely grim. The only way to leave normally was to be released or to possess the power to shatter everything and break open the entire prison.

Mo Li and Rimuru might have that power, but they wouldn't do it. Mo Li knew that if they really did that, establishing diplomatic relations with the Dwarf Kingdom later would be impossible. Moreover, Mo Li knew that the Dwarf King Dovagon was a wise ruler, so he wasn't panicking at all.

Just then, Kaigin walked up to Mo Li and Rimuru.

"I'm sorry, Lord Mo Li and Lord Rimuru, I've implicated you both."

Kaigin bowed to Rimuru and Mo Li, apologizing with a voice full of guilt.

Rimuru quickly waved his hands upon seeing Kaigin's demeanor.

"It's okay, it's okay. You were just standing up for us. We don't blame you; on the contrary, we should thank you."

"Yes, Rimuru is right. This isn't your fault. You should be glad it was you who beat Besta. If I had acted, I truly doubt he would have been able to leave the Night Butterfly safely."

Mo Li's tone was filled with killing intent.

"Yeah, I mean, how dare he insult Lord Rimuru and Lord Morax? Beating him up is the least he deserves. And this guy even dared to splash wine in my face when I was drunk! Just let me find an opportunity, and I'll finish him."

Gobta said indignantly.

"Exactly, big brother! This Besta deserved to be beaten by big brother. Who told him to insult big brother's benefactor? Beating him up is the least he deserves."

Kaigin's brothers chimed in.

Hearing everyone's words, Kaigin was deeply moved, tears streaming down his face.

"Thank you, everyone..."

A few days later.

As usual, Mo Li, Rimuru, Kaigin, and one of his brothers were playing mahjong. These past few days in prison had been incredibly boring for Mo Li and Rimuru. Fortunately, Mo Li had the skill "Knowledge Transfer," allowing Rimuru to use his Great Sage to replicate a set of mahjong and poker cards to pass the time. At first, Kaigin didn't know what these things were, but after a few rounds, he became addicted. Then, his brothers also became addicted. And so, they were still playing today to relieve their boredom.

Just then, a soldier opened the prison gate and approached Mo Li, Rimuru, and the others.

"You can all go now. Our Hero King will judge you according to our country's laws."

Hearing the soldier's words, Mo Li knew it was time.

"Ah Li, can we really go out?"

Rimuru put down his mahjong tiles and quietly asked Mo Li.

"Yes, let's go meet the king of this country. Kaigin, call Gobta. We're leaving. Remember to keep up."

Mo Li said as he picked up Rimuru from the ground and walked towards the prison exit.

The Dwarf Kingdom's court was the institution responsible for judging criminals.

Looking at the highest seat in the courtroom, a middle-aged man sat there. He was none other than the King of the Dwarf Kingdom, Dovagon, known as the Hero King.

At this moment, the Dwarf King Dovagon's expression was calm, as if he knew everything.

Only Mo Li knew that this king truly knew everything; he was just playing dumb.

Beside the Dwarf King were figures resembling judges. They wore hats and official robes, quite different from the judges in Mo Li's previous life, but quite good for this world.

The entire courtroom occupied a considerable area, as large as a sports field.

Furthermore, the courtroom's location was excellent, not far from the royal palace.

Around the entire courtroom stood guards armed with weapons. They stood tall and proud, clearly elite troops.

Mo Li, Rimuru, and Kaigin were enclosed by a railing, looking like the defendants.

And the one accusing them was undoubtedly Minister Besta, who had been beaten by Kaigin.

At this moment, Besta, upon seeing Kaigin, Rimuru, Mo Li, and the others, desperately wanted to rush forward and teach them a lesson to wash away his humiliation.

Now, he was leaning on a crutch, looking pathetic. Both his hands were in casts, making it seem like they were broken. Coupled with his grief-stricken expression, it was as if he had suffered some immense injustice.

Seeing this scene, Rimuru was about to say something when Mo Li stopped him.

"Whatever it is, we can talk about it later."

At this, Rimuru looked at the serious atmosphere around them and nervously asked.

"Ah, Ah Mo Li, are we in danger?"

Rimuru's face was filled with worry.

"Don't worry, I have it under control."

Mo Li reassured Rimuru.