I am the emperor of Mengwang

"Rimuru-sama, dinner will be served soon, don't be anxious."

Shion was still in the back room, saying words to reassure Rimuru.

Rimuru felt even more relieved after hearing what Shion said.

"I'm definitely in for a treat today."

At this moment, Rimuru was still fantasizing about the feast in his dream.

Hongwan, Bai Lao, and Cangying, who were standing by, couldn't help but murmur in their hearts when they saw this scene.

"Sir, would you like to remind Lord Rimuru?"

Hongwan whispered to Bai Lao beside him.

Watching the interaction between Hongwan and Shirao, Gobuta, who was waiting for dinner, became even more excited.

"Big Sister Shion, the food you cooked is definitely delicious. Benimaru and the master must have been plotting behind my back. How did they steal it? I must be quick later. I want to eat more."

Thinking of this, I moved my seat a little closer to the table.

Old Bai, who was standing by, was watching this scene, his eyes revealing complex emotions.

"Disciple, I will burn incense for you on this day next year."

Then he looked at Rimuru again, who was full of expectation.

“Forget it. Looking at Lord Rimuru’s expectant expression, let’s not disturb him. Let’s think about how to escape.”

Old Bai thought about it carefully and decided to give up. He could hardly save himself, so why would he have the time to think about others?

"Then Mr. Bai, how did you run away?"

Feeling the time passing by, Hongwan looked towards the back room and anxiously asked Bai Lao how to escape. If Shion came out, they would have to eat first even if they had a good reason. By then, it would not be a question of whether to eat or not, but someone would die.

"You are still young indeed. Come watch my performance."

Bai Lao glanced at the anxious Hong Wan and couldn't help but sigh. Isn't this simple? Can't you just say that there is something unfinished at work and go and finish it?

Before Bai Lao could show off his acting skills, a familiar voice came. Bai Lao turned around and saw that it was Cangying who had been silent just now.

Souei transformed into six clones, and they all knelt before Rimuru, speaking respectfully to him.

"Rimuru-sama, I just remembered that I was just assigned to a post and there are some things I forgot to take care of, so I'll take my leave now."

The respectful words were not at all flustered, and they were obviously genuine.

Seeing this scene, Bai Lao and Hong Wan couldn't help but open their mouths wide.

"Good fellow, you seem to be a very obedient young man, but I never thought that you, with your thick eyebrows and big eyes, would stab me in the back. How dare you steal my reason."

Old Bai looked at Cangying and his beard was so angry that it hummed.

"Is that so?"

Rimuru saw Souei's expression, which showed that he devoted everything to his work, and immediately believed it. Who would dislike someone who likes to contribute to the collective?

"Why don't you do it after dinner?"

Rimuru thought about it and gave Souei a good suggestion.

“No, Rimuru-sama. I can’t even eat until I finish my work.”

When Souei heard Rimuru's suggestion, he was so frightened that his facial expression almost went out of control.

"Okay, go ahead and do it."

Rimuru was becoming more and more satisfied with Souei. He was truly a good subordinate who made him worry-free.

After hearing Rimuru’s reply, Souei instantly disappeared from the spot.

Looking at Souei's efficiency, Rimuru couldn't help but give him a thumbs up in his heart.

And then Old Bai slowly stood up.

“Rimuru-sama, I am not very hungry either, so I will take my leave now.”

Bai Lao said slowly. Of course, if you didn't look at his slightly shaking hands, Hong Wan beside him would really believe it.

"What's wrong, Mr. Bai? Are you feeling unwell?"

Rimuru saw that Bai Lao was about to leave, and asked with concern.

Seeing Rimuru's worried expression, Bai Lao felt condemned in his heart. But thinking about the food made by Shion, he decided to condemn it. It was better than lying in bed for a few days.

"Nothing. I'm just old and always thinking about things. I'm a little worried about that boy Souei. I'll go check on him. Don't worry about me, Rimuru-sama. You guys can eat first."

As Bai Lao spoke, he began to silently circulate the magic elements in his body. Then, his figure slowly disappeared at a speed visible to the naked eye.

Hong Wan, who was standing aside, looked at Bai Lao's slowly leaving back, his eyes full of despair.

"Mr. Bai, how can you stand by and watch someone die without helping him?"

Benimaru roared in despair in his heart.

Feeling Hongwan beside him, Bai Lao felt a little bit reluctant, so he simply turned his head away from looking at Hongwan, and hurriedly circulated his magic element and left.

At this time, Hongwan didn't know how to run.

All the good excuses had been used up by Cangyi and Bai Lao, and with his intelligence, he really couldn't think of a good solution.

Who made him put all his attribute points into fighting?

As the time for dinner drew closer, Hong Wan began to sweat.

Looking at Benimaru's expression, Rimuru said with some concern.

"Benimaru, are you okay?"

“No, it’s alright, Rimuru-sama.”

Hong Wan said stutteringly.

At this time, I saw the big water cup belonging to Gobuta on the table.

"Gobta, can you lend me your cup so I can drink some water?"

"no problem."

When Gobuta heard such a small thing, he agreed immediately.

After hearing Gobuta's answer, Benimaru picked up the large water cup and drank it down.

"???"

Gobuta was confused at this time. Is he so thirsty?

"And is everyone so busy?"

At this time, Gobta did not realize the seriousness of the problem, but then he changed his mind.

"But that's great. Now no one will fight with me for food. This way, all the meals made by Big Sister Shion will be mine."

“As for Rimuru-sama, with his thin arms and legs, and no butt and breasts, how much can he eat? It’s all mine.”

"Wa hahaha!!!"

Thinking of this, Gobuta laughed inwardly, his eyes sparkling.

"That Benimaru, aren't you going to eat?"

Seeing this scene, Rimuru frowned slightly.

"It's okay, Rimuru-sama. I just lack water. You don't have to worry about me."

After saying this, Hongwan started guzzling water.

"So that's how it is? I thought it was because of a landmine."

Rimuru suddenly realized. After all, it was really hot today.

At this time, Rimuru had not yet sensed that the crisis was slowly approaching.

"Okay, lunch is ready."

At this time, a familiar voice was heard. It was Ziyuan who was cooking for them in the back room.

Hearing this voice, Hongwan was frightened and quickly put down the cup of water.

I saw Ziyuan wearing a big apron and coming out carrying two big plates.

Hearing this voice, Gobuta immediately became excited.