That time I got reincarnated as a slime,no, a DRAGON?

CH-92

Testarossa's POV

I was busy dealing with all the problems which came up due to the war with the Empire, especially in the Western Nations, but suddenly I was contacted by Rimuru-sama.

'Testarossa. Listen, take Carrera and Ultima with you and go to Dwargon. It appears that Velgrynd has made a move. I want you to stall her for me.'

Huh? The Scorch Dragon? So she finally decided to move. Unfortunately, even if all three of us fight together, the chances that we will win is quite low, but if it is just about stalling her, then...

'Understood milord.' i tell Rimuru-sama.

I quickly contacted the other two.
'Listen, I don't have time to explain, but quickly teleport to the coordinates i sent you. Rimuru-sama's order.' I tell them and teleport without waiting for a reply from them.

Gazel's POV

Why is this happening now?
"Quickly, give me a report."
"Hai. It appears that the enemy is not concerned regarding the time taken. The entire battalion sent to deal with her has been wiped out." Henrietta gave me the truth that i wanted to deny.

"So she really is her?"
"Yes. All the evidence point towards her being the Scorch Dragon."
"Send a message to Rimuru. It might not be possible to defeat her here, but if Rimuru were to attack the Empire, then we might be able to do something."

"There is no need to do such a thing. Rimuru-sama already knows about the situation here, and has sent the three of us here." A voice echoed. Henrietta who had been on guard all this time was surprised to see that someone was able to hide from her, but seeing who they were, she didn't say anything.

"You are, Testarossa?"
"That is correct King Gazel. And she is Carrera and Ultima." Testarossa said, introducing the other two to him.
"If I am not wrong, you three are the White, Yellow and Purple Primordial."
"That is correct." Testarossa replied.
"I see. But even then, strong as you three may be, can you really take on a true dragon?"
"To tell you the truth, I don't think we have much of a chance."
"Then-"
"But don't worry. Rimuru-sama has a plan. He only told us to stall her."

So he has already thought up a plan? That's good.

"Very well, then. I will assist you as well."
"With all due respect, we cannot allow that."
"Huh? Why are you acting all haughty?"
"Letting an ally king fight against a true dragon, that is a risk we cannot take. King Gazel, as the king of Dwargon, you are one of highest priority target for the enemy, so, we cannot allow you to enter the battlefield."

3rd Person POV

"You two, ready?" Testarossa said as she had finished talking with Gazel.
"Huh? Why are you acting all haughty?" Carrera retorted.
"Rimuru-sama ordered me and not you. And as much as I would like to show you who is stronger, dealing with her comes first."
"So? What's the plan?" Ultima asked.
"There is no plan. Let's go and defeat her quick. I am sure Rimuru-sama will praise me once I defeat her." Carrera said.

Just as Carrera was about to fly off, Testarossa grabbed her shoulder.
"Listen Carrera, she is strong. I know you want to defeat her, but she is too strong for us to handle. All three of us must work together."
"What are you?"
"I am sure Rimuru-sama would be angry with you if he heard about what you did."
"That... Fine."
"Good. Both me and Ultima will be the vanguard. Carrera, you will use your magic to attack her."
"Alright. Let's go. I am raring to go all out." Carrera said.
"That's right. Let's go. Also, remember, our goal is to buy time, not defeat her."
"I know, i know. No need to tell me."

Saying so, the trio made their way towards the True Dragon.

Some time later....
In a burnt forest...

"You sure took your time. You are that Demon Lord's subordinates, aren't you?" Velgrynd asked, as she stood in the centre of a burnt section of the forest.
"That's correct. I am Testarossa, a subordinate of Demon Lord Rimuru. And this is Carrera, and Ultima."
"Is that so? Well, why don't you bring that demon lord here, i have proposal which might save his life."
"Sorry. But i will have to decline."

"Is that so? Oh well, die then."

As soon as Velgrynd said that, she released a large flame. All three were quick enough to dodge it, but Velgrynd had already foreseen that, and had already shot a flame ball towards the direction that Testarossa had dodged. Testarossa, upon noticing the attack, blocked it with her sword, which she had created with her mana. The sword, obviously, broke, taking a direct attack from a True Dragon. But it did do its job and prevented Testarossa from getting any major injuries. Both Ultima and Carrera did not let this chance slip. Ultima quickly shot thousands of poison needle at Velgrynd, which were too small to be dodged. Meanwhile, Carrera also shot Nuclear magic at Velgrynd.

For the next few minutes, perhaps for the entire fight, Velgrynd was on the defensive. Velgrynd had underestimated her opponents, which caused her to be on the defense. But soon enough, the tables turned, and the trio had to face off against barrage of attacks from Velgrynd, who wasn't even serious.

They were able to hold on for nearly three hours, before they lost their bearings, and this fight finally came to an end, with a defeat for the trio. The three had used all of their trump cards, yet they were not even able to get Velgrynd to become serious.

The three, now on the ground, were not even able to muster enough strength to get up.

"Well, i have to say, you surely were stronger than expected. Well then, let's end this quickly, shall we?"
"Well, i guess this is the most we could have done." Testarossa said.

Both Ultima and Carrera didn't even have enough strength to talk back.

"Then, say goodbye to this world." Velgrynd said, as she raised the fan in her hand. Just as she was about to bring it down to decapitate her head, her hand was stopped.

"Whoa. Let's keep these dangerous weapons aside." The blue haired figure said, who had just appeared.

"Huh? Who are you?"
"Me? I am the Demon Lord Rimuru, the one you wanted to meet."
"Well then. That makes things easier for me."
"Before that, you three" Rimuru said, looking at the demoness trio," you should go back and rest at Tempest. You three did a good job."

The trio didn't say anything. They just nodded and teleported away.

"So? I heard you wanted to talk to me?"
"That is correct, Demon Lord Rimuru. Rudra has decided to allow you to come under his wing, as his subordinate."
"Is that so? That's quite a good offer, but i would have to decline. Rather, shouldn't Rudra come here himself?"
"Who do you think you are to call Rudra by his name?"
"So? How else am I supposed to address him? His majesty? I don't serve him, so I don't think so."
"Tch. Anyways, come to the Empire with me. Rudra wants to talk to you."
"Again. Why should I be the one to go and meet him? His side lost in the war. Shouldn't he come to meet me? Why would I willingly go to an enemy's territory."

"Alright. I tried giving you a chance. You were the one who didn't take it. Regret for your mistakes in your afterlife." She said as she quickly took a battle stance.

'Looks like she has quite the short temper.' Rimuru thought.

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