The Bloody Valkyrie

After this, he bowed, every movement exaggerated as if he were putting up an act.

“...Let it be. I need to head to the Mausoleum soon. Has anything happened here?”

“Nothing at all, because everything here belongs to Momonga-sama and the Supreme Beings. How could anything happen.”

He said in a dramatic tone, and pointed to his surroundings.

“However, I am somewhat regretful since Momonga-sama came, I thought that you had some task for me .”

Ainz stopped, and evaluated the alien.

Correct, Ainz thought about using him. Pandora’s Actor’s setting, whether it was intellect or strategic thinking, was of the top level in Nazarick. Although he would normally put this wisdom and tactical thinking to some obscure use, when in a pinch it would be difficult to forgo utilising his intellect.

Moreover, Pandora’s Actor’s ability had a wide range of applicability, and depending on the situation, could even prove to be useful as all of the Floor Guardians combined.

However the reason Ainz created him was neither for battle or for business. It was for the purpose of preserving the identity of 「Ainz Ooal Gown」, leaving behind the images of his companions.

“...You are our final trump card. I wouldn’t want to send you to do chores.”

“...Your words are too kind.”

An expression like he wanted to say something——probably——Pandora’s Actor exaggeratedly lowered his head in a bow.

“I hear and obey. So then, today onwards I shall continue to look after the Treasure Hall.”

“Ah, good work. Also, from now on call me Ainz; Ainz Ooal Gown.”

“Ah! Understood, my creator Ainz-sama!”

After Pandora’s Actor’s salute, Ainz, having finished speaking, turned around. At this moment, a voice spoke out from behind him.

“However, Ainz-sama, although this may be disrespectful, if a situation has arisen which merits the use of the World Class items, it would be better to allow me to leave the Treasure Hall and operate on some other floor.”

“............”

Indeed, he had a point.

Although Pandora's actor was a treasure, it would be foolish to let him sit around doing nothing if this resulted in losing an even more valuable treasure. This situation should rightly be viewed as an emergency and make use of his abilities. And the gold coins in Treasure Hall also needed to be moved to the Throne Room.

Having decided so, Ainz turned around just in time to see Pandora’s Actor place a hand on his chest in recommendation of himself.

Ainz also heard the expressionless Shizu softly let out a ‘uwah’ sound.

This sound deeply hurt Ainz——but he pulled himself together.

Pandora’s Actor’s movements were definitely too exaggerated, from the perspective as his creator, his posture and especially his behavior, they all seemed to radiate a ‘I am cool’ feeling.

If it was from a handsome man, that kind of mannerism might fit. However, since the person was an egghead, it was simply too incompatible. Furthermore, it made the witness Ainz feel embarrassed.

Ainz silently observed Pandora's Actor for a moment before he took a ring out of his Item Box and tossed it at him.

The ring drew an arc through the air, landing neatly in Pandora’s Actor’s hand.

“This is…...a ring of Ainz Ooal Gown, and the item’s ability is……”

As Pandora’s Actor was about to continue his explanation, Ainz held up his hand and brought him to a halt. Although he had a sorrowful expression, this was not the time to be concerned about that.

“This is preparation. Albedo, first inform the battlemaids of Nazarick about Pandora’s Actor’s existence. Before that, Pandora’s Actor, you may only travel between the Throne Hall and the Treasure Hall.

“I hear and obey.”

After the two spoke, Pandora’s Actor placed his legs together so forcefully that it was almost audible. His fingers were so straight and his fingernail could not be stretched any further. This earnest salute, if one were to put it in a negative way, was too showy.

Ainz gently shook his head as he watched the egghead.

He wasn’t a bad person, in fact, his ability and efficiency were impressive, but it was a shame that——

“Uwah——”

Why did he have to be set to have such a personality. The past me certainly thought this was very cool. Well, I still think at least the uniform is a bit cool……

If Ainz could blush, his face would be as red as a tomato right now.

“Hey, Pandora’s Actor. Follow me.”

Ainz grabbed Pandora’s Actor’s shoulder and pulled him to one side. Of course, he had incidentally instructed Albedo and the battlemaids to stay in their positions.

“Let me ask you an important question. I am your creator, the person you are most loyal to, right?”

“Absolutely correct, Ainz-sama. I am your creation. Even if you ordered me to battle against the other Supreme Beings, I would not hesitate to give it my all!”