The Executed Sage Reincarnates as a Lich and Begins a War of Aggression Chapter 12: The Sage Offers the Prisoner a Bargain (2)

I calmly observed Henry.

I could kill him if I was serious.

I could simply use my nearly inexhaustible magic power to launch a series of large scale magic spells capable of changing the terrain.

If I attacked with a force that could annihilate the entire capital city, even Henry would not be spared.

It was possible for to do that.

In the first place, Henry was not able to kill .

No matter how good he was at physical attacks, it wasnt enough to make disappear.

Even if he destroyed this body, I could easily take control of another undeads body and revive.

In the long run, I would inevitably win.

But I was beginning to take an interest in the man called Henry.

It would be a pity to kill such a capable person here.

Fortunately, he was extrely capricious.

Since he was already a near-villainous character, I had a feeling that I could negotiate, and persuade him to join the Demon Lords Army.

With that in mind, I decided to make a suggestion as he braced himself for my next attack.

Henry Blakin. Would you like to make a bet with ?

What did you say?

Henry loosened his stance and gave a puzzled look.

He was indeed not expecting it, and he seed intrigued.

It was not a bad reaction, seeing as he didnt attack even though I was full of openings.

He assud an attitude of being willing to listen, at least for the ti being.

Lets have a prize for the winner of our one-on-one combat. If I win, I want you to join the Demon Lord's army. If I lose, I'll grant you a wish, within reasonable limits.

W-Wait, Demon Lord!?

This ti, it was Luciana who was surprised.

She tried to run up to , but I stopped her with my gaze.

It was a critical stage.

I knew how she felt, but I didn't want her to interfere.

Luciana nodded with a ek look on her face and returned to her position, where she observed calmly.

She seed to trust for the ti being.

She would have forcibly interrupted the conversation if she thought it was really dangerous.

anwhile, Henry was lost in thought.

He was seriously considering my proposal.

After a few monts of pondering, he gave a fierce smile.

If I defeat you, give the Demon Lord's Army itself. I'm not sure what to do next, now that my ti as a prisoner is over. It could be fun to go to war with the world.

I stiffened at Henry's words.

It wasn't an answer I anticipated.

I knew he was a moody sociopath, but I truly didn't expect this.

Suppressing my emotions, I spoke to Henry in a nonchalant tone.

The Demon Lord isn't a role you can hold with half-hearted resolve. I don't think you're up to the task.

And you have that resolve?

Of course.

I answered imdiately.

At the bottom of the Valley of the Dead, I decided to bear all of it.

There is no one who can replace .

It was certainly not a role that you could casually take up.

Henry stared at intently.

What was he thinking about? I couldnt guess.

He looked serious, unusual for him.

Are you going to accept the bet or not? Tell your answer.

"Hmm

When I prompted him, Henry folded his arms and pondered further.

A different emotion began to grow in his eyes.

It was neither hostility nor fighting spirit.

In fact, it sohow felt familiar.

Before I could figure out what it was, Henry gave his answer.

Of course I will. I cant miss such an interesting turn of events. Let's get on with it.

Henry stated happily, then laughed as he readied his fists.

He then charged towards .