Overlord (book 1)

Ainz threw his sword onto the ground. It originally belonged to one of the knights lying on the

ground and its sharpened blade was stained with dirt.

"...I already mentioned it, but I'm really envious of its physical damage resistance and its ability to reduce the damage it receives."

"Ainz Ooal Gown-sama."

"... Ainz is fine, Albedo."

Hearing Ainz's wish how he wanted to be referred to, Albedo was somewhat confused:

"Guuuguuuhuuuh -! Can, can I really?! To refer to the supreme leader of the forty-one rulers of Nazarick, who is even using the name meant for the 41 masters of Nazarick for himself, with a

nickname would be too disrespectful!"

Ainz thought this wasn't a big deal.

Since Albedo thought otherwise, it showed she held the name of Ainz Ooal Gown in high

esteem. Ainz felt quite happy about it and responded in a gentler tone:

"Well, it's okay Albedo. Until my past companions appear again, this will be my name and I

allow you to call me by that."

"Okay, no, no let me add a honorific. How, how about ...... -sama, Ainz-sama, Hehehe ...... right, this is it...... "

Albedo shyly twisted her body.

Because she was still wearing her full body armor which covered her beautiful face Ainz thought

she looked really strange.

"Could, could it be, Heheheh ...... Because I... I am more special, that I can call you ......"

"No, calling me such a lengthy name every time is a bit awkward, so I just want to make it

shorter for everyone."

"...... So this—yes—you are right——"

CoCayn: [Albedo received 9999 mental damage]

Namorax: More like [Albedo is now ‘Depressed']

After hearing this reason, Albedo's mood instantly hit rock bottom. Feeling a little uneasy, Ainz

asked her:

"...... Albedo, when you call my name, what do you think of it?"

"I think the name fits you perfectly and I love——*Cough*, it shows the integrity of you, our

Supreme Master, very well."

"...... This name originally belonged to all our 41 members, including your creator Tabula

Smaragdina. I disregared your other masters and assumed this name without permission.

Considering this, how do you think they would feel about this? "

"...... Although it might offend you ...... please allow me to say these words. If it upsets Ainz-sama, you may even order me to end my own life...... If Momonga-sama were to use that name,

I'm sure that the other rulers who have left us behind would have their own opinions about it.

However, during the time the other masters abandoned us, only Momonga-sama stayed until

the very end, so if he were to use that name we would certainly feel overjoyed. "

Albedo bowed her head and Ainz was speechless.

Only the words "abandoned us" were echoing in his mind.

His past companions all had their own reasons for leaving. YGGDRASIL was just a game, there

was no reason to abandon their real lives for it. This was true for "Momonga" as well. But to abandon Ainz Ooal Gown and also the Great Tomb of Nazarick, wouldn't one feel some anger

towards those past companions?

They even abandoned me.

"...... Perhaps they will, perhaps they won't. People's emotions are rather complicated ...... There is no correct answer ...... Lift your head Albedo. I understand your intentions. I decided ... This

shall be my name. Until my companions come forth and object to it, the name Ainz Ooal Gown

shall refer to me."

"Yes, my Supreme Master ...... For my most beloved person to use such a noble name is indeed

very pleasing."

Her most beloved person...ah.

The uneasy Ainz decided to temporarily ignore this problem.

"... Is that so. Thank you."

"So Ainz-sama, do you want to spend some time here? Though just standing beside Ainz-sama

and accompanying you is satisfying... yes, taking a walk would also be fine."

This couldn't be done since Ainz came here to rescue the village.

The parents, which the sisters begged him to save, had already been found dead.

Remembering their bodies, Ainz scratched his head.

Seeing their bodies, Ainz's reaction was like seeing dead bugs on the street, not feeling any pity,

sadness or anger.

"Well, leaving the walk aside, there is currently nothing urgent coming up. The Death Knight

also appears to be dedicated to its work."

"An undead worthy of being Ainz-sama's creation. His perfectly executed work is admirable."

Ainz utilised magic and special skills to create undead monsters. Monsters created through with

Ainz' special skills were stronger than the average Monster. Of course, the recently created

Death Knight was a lot stronger than the average Death Knight. However, the Death Knight is at

most a level thirty-five Monster. To summon Overlord Wiseman and Grim Reaper Thanatos,

Ainz would have to consume his experience points. Compared to them, the Death Knight was a

small fry and since it was still able to fight, it meant that the enemy wasn't very strong.

Which meant there was no danger.

He actually wanted to assume a victory pose, but considering the need to play the majestic

master, Ainz represses the urge in his heart and hid his clenched hand underneath his robe.