Rimuru said that he accidentally stepped into the high and mighty realm of the gods and met Odin, King of the Gods who rules the Asgard. He originally thought he would encounter harsh difficulties or unfamiliar exclusion, but to his surprise, Odin saw through his potential and strength at a glance.
Not only did they not make things difficult for him, but they also personally issued an edict, officially appointing him as a registered Asgard, granting him a legitimate divine position and divine power.
At this point, Rimuru's tone rose slightly, his eyes brimming with undisguised joy and excitement. He specifically emphasized to Pepper that during his trip to the Asgard, he had completely undergone a transformation in power, successfully ascending to become a top-tier Ultimate Demon Lord.
This is the highest achievement he has made through his own hard work, a huge breakthrough that far surpasses all his previous levels of ability.
Pepper listened quietly, her delicate brows gradually relaxing.
She didn't understand anything about the divine realm Asgard, and she had no idea what the " Demon Lord " was, nor did she know what kind of terrifying combat power and status this title represented in other worlds or the multiverse.
In her mind, words like "god" and "Demon Lord" were too ethereal and fantastical, completely beyond her comprehension.
But when she looked at Rimuru, who was usually so carefree and lazy, her eyes were now shining with an unprecedented brightness—a genuine, heartfelt joy and pride.
Although Pepper was oblivious, she vaguely sensed that this was definitely a super amazing event, worthy of great celebration.
The weight that had been hanging over his heart finally lifted, and his tense shoulders relaxed completely. It seemed that Rimuru's journey had truly been safe and sound, without encountering the slightest danger.
She looked up and carefully examined Rimuru's brand-new clothes. The design was exquisite and the outfit exuded a powerful aura, making him appear even more radiant and dazzling, with a completely different temperament.
He was clean and neat from head to toe, without the slightest trace of dishevelment or injury.
Now Pepper was completely relieved of all her worries and was certain that her special little one had not only not suffered any mistreatment outside, but had also gained an incredible opportunity.
After Rimuru finished recounting his experiences, Pepper spoke softly, her tone tinged with lingering fear and filled with tender admonition.
"Next time, no matter where you're going, whether it's to train in other places or travel to other universes, be sure to let me know in advance."
She sighed softly, her eyes filled with genuine worry. "You always disappear suddenly, without warning. I know nothing about it, and every time I can't help but overthink, always wondering if you've encountered a powerful enemy or are in danger. I can't put my mind at ease."
Rimuru obediently, looking well-behaved and compliant, as if he had firmly remembered every word of Pepper's advice.
But his mind was already racing with complaints, and he couldn't help but mutter them to himself.
Are you kidding me? Kidnapping me? In danger?
With my current dual identity as both Demon Lord and a God of the Asgard, there are very few beings in countless universes and myriad Asgard who can defeat me.
Who has the guts to kidnap me? Who has the power to imprison me?
In the current situation, let alone being bullied by others, I'm already being exceptionally well-behaved by not wandering around "looking after" others!
(▼へ▼メ)
However, Rimuru dared not utter these arrogant thoughts for a moment.
Seeing Pepper's concerned expression, he obediently lowered his eyes and pretended to listen, quietly staying by the side of the person who was worried about him.
The warm and peaceful atmosphere inside the room was slowly spreading when Tony suddenly broke the silence.
He leaned against the sofa with his arms crossed, raised an eyebrow at Rimuru, and spoke with a playful, teasing tone.
"Hey, you went all the way to the realm of the gods and even took Odin's godhood, didn't you bring back any souvenirs?"
Tony's eyes were full of curiosity as he pressed for more information.
"For example, bring some gadgets with magical abilities, or special treasures from the Asgard, so we can broaden our horizons."
Upon hearing this, Rimuru, who had just been looking quite pleased with himself, froze instantly, standing there dumbfounded.
He blinked his round eyes, his brain racing as he carefully recalled all the scenes from the Asgard.
There really isn't one.
The Asgard may look magnificent and shrouded in celestial aura, but it's actually barren and has no special products whatsoever.
There were neither dazzling arrays of magical artifacts nor ubiquitous spiritual treasures.
Are you really going to bring back a few pots and pans from the Asgard as local specialties? If word got out, Odin would probably laugh at us on the spot.
Rimuru was a little embarrassed, scratched his head softly, and honestly confessed.
"Um... I really didn't bring any amazing gadgets back."
Fearing that Tony and Pepper would be disappointed, he quickly added an explanation of what Asgard truly looked like.
"Actually, the Asgard isn't as mystical as the legends make it out to be. The idea that it's filled with divine artifacts is just a rumor. The gods there are essentially more like a group of advanced aliens who possess special powers."
"Those seemingly powerful artifacts, like Thor's hammer, aren't made of special materials at all; they rely entirely on Odin's divine power and the effects granted by Rune Runes."
At this point, Rimuru, and he immediately took on the task.
"But I've completely mastered those runes now! If you want, I can make one custom-made for you right here and now!"
As soon as he finished speaking, Rimuru raised his hand and condensed a wisp of soft divine light.
With a flick of the fingertips, without any complicated procedures, a few simple kneading and outlining strokes, a delicate and exquisite metal dagger appears out of thin air in the palm of the hand.
The dagger is sleek and understated, looking no different from an ordinary tactical dagger, but its interior is covered with simplified Asgard Rune Runes, giving it the same autonomous recall ability as Mjolnir.
He casually tossed the dagger to Tony, and then a faint light emanated from his fingertips, quickly condensing into a smooth, warm silver bracelet.
The bracelet has a simple and versatile design without any fancy decorations. Rimuru has imbued it with a layer of solid defensive divine power, making it specifically for protection.
He then handed the bracelet to Pepper, thoughtfully adjusting it to fit her wrist perfectly.
Tony reached out and caught the dagger, holding it in his hand and examining it with great interest.
He threw the dagger again and again, whether he threw it against the wall or tossed it far to the other end of the living room, the dagger would instantly break free from its momentum and fly steadily back into his palm.
After trying it several times, Tony quickly figured out the principle behind it.
He raised an eyebrow and pondered, a clear contrast instantly forming in his mind.
The principle behind this is actually not complicated; it's very similar to the locking and repositioning mechanism of his remotely summoned Mark Armor.
However, Rimuru uses divine power runes, while he relies on artificial intelligence and technological positioning.
Tony thought to himself, "Give me some time to study and disassemble it; I might be able to replicate the exact same effect using technology."
But he also had to admit that this ability was indeed unique.
The runes make them completely invisible, attaching to ordinary daggers and accessories without altering their appearance, maximizing their stealth capabilities.
If it were his technological modification, it would inevitably require adding parts and altering the structure, making the alterations immediately noticeable and impossible to achieve such a seamless and natural result.
On the other side, Pepper gently put the silver bracelet on her wrist.
The moment the bracelet touches your skin, a gentle, soothing warmth washes over your entire body, flowing slowly through your veins and bones.
My tense body and mind instantly relaxed, and most of the fatigue accumulated from the busy days dissipated, leaving me feeling exceptionally comfortable and at peace.
But after carefully sensing it for a moment, she also clearly perceived the boundary.
It doesn't have the miraculous effects described in myths; it can't maintain youth forever, nor can it achieve immortality or defy fate.
It's a gentle, long-lasting protective barrier, discreet yet reliable, just right to safeguard your safety in times of crisis.
Pepper gently touched the bracelet, her eyes filled with a tender smile, and looked up at Rimuru, who was standing to the side, pleading for praise.
Even without any earth-shattering divine power, this special little gift was enough to warm her heart.
Seeing the satisfied looks on the two men's faces, Rimuru secretly breathed a sigh of relief.
Luckily, I was able to conjure runes and create artifacts on the spot; otherwise, I would have been quite embarrassed to return from the realm of gods empty-handed.