An Unexpected Development: The Appearance of the Chaos Dragon (Earth Emperor Dragon)

When Kagurazaka Yuuki saw Brother Azhdaha again, he was somewhat puzzled by his identity. After all, Brother Azhdaha wore a mask, and after awakening, his appearance and bearing had changed ever so slightly, so Yuuki failed to recognize him.

But due to his urgency, Kagurazaka Yuuki did not dwell on it. This was merely a ruin exploration, and they already had two Demon Kings, Rimuru and Milim, so he could not have been anyone important.

Just like that, Brother Azhdaha was directly overlooked by Kagurazaka Yuuki.

And when Kagari saw that her own boss had said nothing, she did not pay much attention to him either.

Thus, the ruin exploration—or adventure—officially began.

Because the exploration team was quite strong, they quickly arrived at the entrance to the ruins.

And with the help of Milim, Rimuru, and Brother Azhdaha—two Demon Kings and a Dragon King—they broke through to the final level of the ruins in less than two days, arriving before the gate to the lowest floor with ease.

Since there was basically no danger, and they had a Calamity-class Ancient Demon King, a Calamity-class Dragon King, and an Awakened Demon King protecting everyone, there were almost no casualties at all. The expedition members were even remarkably relaxed.

This was the easiest expedition of their lives, and naturally the safest as well.

Some who were so idle they could barely stand it had even started chatting.

But just as everyone was shooting the breeze, Milim's Dragon Eye sharpened, as though she had discovered something.

Brother Azhdaha, who was likewise Calamity-class, narrowed his eyes. Rimuru, who possessed the Ultimate Skill King of Wisdom, also realized that something was wrong after receiving its warning.

Seeing the expressions of those three big shots suddenly turn solemn and grave, the expedition members could not help