Tensura: The Epic Tale of Rimuru Tempest!

Chapter 59: Veldora's Punishment.

"It's not about perfection; it's about consistent effort. And when you bring that effort every single day, that's where transformation happens. That's how change occurs."       
                        - Probably Someone.
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"Ciel POV:"

Right now, we are having lunch: Master, Shizue, Milim, Veldora, and me.

Many things have happened since yesterday. For instance, Shizue and Milim had a fight, which went just as I expected. However, I think Master should get back at Velzard for pulling that trick on him with Milim. She taught Milim some words that are not appropriate for her; she is still too young for that. Well, it's their way of trying to have some fun, so it's fine for this time.

Thinking back to the fight, it was truly a spectacle. The sheer power and determination displayed by Shizue was awe-inspiring. She fought valiantly, her golden flames blazing with intensity. Despite being pushed to her limits, she never backed down. Milim, on the other hand, showed why she is one of the strongest, unleashing attacks that shook the very foundation of the battlefield.

I am truly proud of both of them, as I am the one who helped them become stronger. They still have a long way to go, but I am proud of my work.

I could see the exhaustion in Shizue's eyes towards the end, though she would never admit it—that's the kind of person she is. The battle had already ended when Milim decided to use the Drago Nova. Milim's Drago Nova is a force to be reckoned with; if used at full power, no one besides me, Master, Veldora, and him would be able to block, deflect, or negate it. It's one of the strongest attacks in existence for a reason. The battle had reached a point where it was no longer safe for Shizue to continue.

It was clear that this would be the end of the fight. After all, Shizue didn't fight with everything she had; she used just a little more than 60% of her power. Still, it's commendable that even with exhaustion, she was able to force Milim to use a little more than 25% of her actual power.

As I glance around, I can see that the fight has left its mark on both of them. Shizue is quieter than usual, likely reflecting on her performance and thinking of ways to overcome her weaknesses. Milim is her usual energetic and eccentric self, but there's a newfound respect in her eyes when she looks at Shizue.

Veldora, of course, is more interested in the food than anything else, but still occasionally shoots betrayed glances at Master. It's understandable, considering he whined so much when we returned after the fight, and Master told him about the battle between Shizue and Milim. He complained that we left him, and he's been saying things like Master's been growing more distant from him lately and not acting like a true brother.

He also wanted to fight or at least see the fight, but if we had brought him with us, then he would have nagged Master to no end, saying that he wanted to fight Milim since it has been a long time he has gone all out and his body is starting to get rusty, or he has some pent-up fighting spirit and if he doesn't release it, then he could go berserk or create some story like that in order to fight Milim, even though he had just fought Milim the other day.

It wouldn't be wise to let them fight again because if we do, they'll go all out and cause too much destruction, and lately, neither me nor Master are in the mood to deal with their aftermath. Well, let's leave him as he is for now; I am sure after his fight with Master, he will be quiet for some time.

Master observes us all with a pensive expression. Everyone thinks he's proud of how far they've come, and all, but I know exactly what he is thinking. His thoughts are focused on Veldora's punishment; Veldora has to take responsibility for his actions. Master is thinking a form of punishment will be a good way to make him aware of his responsibilities and the aftermath of his actions that he does without giving a thought.