"This was not something we could interfere in. Even if we wanted the Supreme Beings to leave behind descendants, we could not use that to force them."
"That was unrealistic, Demiurge."
Hearing Demiurge's proposal, Sephis nodded, then quickly shook his head.
He was very tempted by the proposal. After all, he also wanted Father to have another child and for himself to have another family member. He had no objection to something that benefited them both.
But as he had said, as Guardians, they could not interfere with the Supreme Beings. If the Supreme Beings had no intention of leaving descendants behind, then there was no need to carry out their plan at all.
"I know, Sephis. But as I said, this is merely a safeguard. As long as the Supreme Beings have not explicitly objected, there is still a chance."
"As Guardians, we cannot seek the Supreme Beings' approval for everything. We must also repay the Three Lords' kindness in our own way."
Demiurge shook his head at Sephis's words and patiently explained.
"If the Supreme Beings learned of their Guardians' thoughts, they would surely be very pleased."
"No, perhaps this was also a test the Supreme Beings had set for their Guardians, to judge their abilities. Ah, as expected of the Supreme Beings. I was still far too inadequate."
Demiurge thought somewhat vexedly. He still could not fully comprehend the Supreme Beings' profound foresight.
"So, there should be no more issues now, everyone?"
After silently praising the Supreme Beings' greatness several times, Demiurge addressed the gathered Guardians.
"I agree. I have absolutely no objection to leaving descendants for my beloved Lord Momonga."
Albedo was the first to respond, speaking with a radiant smile across her face.
As Albedo had had her settings altered by Momonga, her love for him had nearly reached the point of madness. She was therefore one of the strongest supporters. If she were not somewhat embarrassed, she would have rushed off to find Lord Momonga and create descendants with him right away.
"I have no objection either. Lord Herohero's tentacles have been deeply etched into my mind, and I cannot free myself from them."
Shalltear, who had been squatting all this time, spoke in an intoxicated tone, leaving Aura and the others beside her rather puzzled.
"Why have you been squatting this whole time, Shalltear?"
"Under the pressure of the Three Lords, I kept imagining Herohero's tentacles, so things have become a little troublesome."
Shalltear's answer completely exceeded everyone's expectations, giving the other Guardians quite a fright.
"Y-You actually dared to do something so improper before the Three Lords?!"
Aura shouted at Shalltear in exasperation. She was truly shameless.
"You little runt, and you have the nerve to criticize me? Dare you say you have never fantasized about Lord Naiyuan?"
Shalltear looked at Aura with a mocking expression, as though saying that she was no different, so she should stop pretending to be innocent.
"I-I have always regarded Lord Naiyuan as a father! How... how could I possibly have such thoughts?!"
Feeling Sephis's strange gaze from beside her, Aura flailed her hands wildly and protested loudly.
"Ahem, Aura, if you really... I actually would not mind."
"If it is my sister, I will support her."
Sephis coughed, then looked at Aura with an approving expression and encouraged her.
Mare beside him also looked at her supportively as he spoke.
"Why are even you two...?"
Looking at the two people encouraging her, Aura spoke despairingly. Heaven knew she truly had not harbored any improper fantasies about Father. At most, she merely missed his warm embrace a little.
"Not a bad idea. If the Three Lords succeed, it will be a joyous occasion for all of Nazarick."
Demiurge looked at the Guardians below, each reacting differently, and clapped with a pleased expression.
"Then, everyone, please do your best—for Nazarick's glorious future!"
"For Nazarick! ×7"
"If there is nothing else, I shall take my leave first. As a butler, I must remain at the Three Lords' side at all times."
Sebas, who had been quietly listening from the side, spoke to everyone first when he saw that it was over.
He needed to find the Supreme Beings now. After staying here for so long, it would be a dereliction of duty if the Supreme Beings needed anything.
"Mm, go ahead, Sebas. Oh, and serving the Three Lords alone may be too much for you. Have the Pleiades help you."
"For example, you could arrange for Solution to serve Herohero."
Demiurge nodded at Sebas. Although their relationship was not good, that did not matter when it came to the Supreme Beings.
Thinking that Sebas was alone, Demiurge considered it for a moment before making the suggestion.
Arranging for Solution was also part of his plan. As an existence created by Herohero, he could sense Herohero's peculiar feelings toward her. If possible, having her be with Herohero would also be a good opportunity.
They could not place all their hopes on Shalltear alone. If possible, Demiurge still preferred to make preparations on two fronts. Only then could they ensure nothing went wrong.
"Solution? Understood. I will make the arrangements later."
After considering it, Sebas readily accepted the suggestion. Just as Demiurge had said, he was only one person and could not possibly serve three Supreme Beings at the same time. Having the Maid Corps help him was indeed a good proposal.
"Why can't it be me? I can serve Herohero too!"
Shalltear spoke with some Envy. She could serve a Supreme Being as well.
"Stop fooling around, Shalltear. You are a Floor Guardian. Are you saying you intend to defy the arrangements given to you by the great Peroroncino?"
Seeing Shalltear throw a small tantrum, Albedo warned her. As Guardian Overseer, she had a duty to reprimand her here.
"Ah, how could I possibly dare defy Peroroncino?!"
"Fine, I understand. I will not go, then."
The moment Shalltear heard Albedo mention Peroroncino's name, she quieted down and spoke somewhat unwillingly.
"Mm, then that settles it. Everyone, return to your respective floors."
Seeing that Albedo had resolved the matter, Demiurge nodded in satisfaction. He then spoke to the gathered Guardians before taking the lead in leaving and returning to his own floor.
"Then, farewell, everyone!"
"Mm, farewell."
"Goodbye, Sephis."
"Mm, goodbye, Aura."
The Guardians bade one another farewell and chose to return to their respective floors. Aura also ran over to Sephis and said goodbye to him.
Sephis gave her a deep look before choosing to leave as well. In the blink of an eye, only Aura and Mare, the two Guardians, remained on the entire Sixth Floor.
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