When a God of Destruction Was Reincarnated in Tensura:

The Western Saints Church had fallen into utter disarray. The moment the reports of Storm Dragon Veldora's revival surfaced, panic swept through the halls of the Grand Cathedral in Ruberios. The Church's upper echelons, already on edge due to their failed subjugation attempt against Rimuru Tempest, now faced an even greater calamity. News of Rimuru's battle with Guy Crimson during Walpurgis had reached them as well, shocking even the most devout.

Rimuru wasn't just a Demon Lord anymore—he had ascended to the ranks of the Abyssal Lords, the most fearsome beings in existence.

Even more terrifying was the fact that Rimuru had fought Guy Crimson, the Lord of Darkness, in a duel witnessed by the entire Council of Demon Lords. Now titled The Unchained Fury, Rimuru's strength was unmatched, and his status as an unstoppable force was undeniable.

Amid the chaos in the Church, Hinata Sakaguchi, the Knight Commander, was summoned by none other than Luminous Valentine, the true ruler of the Holy Empire of Ruberios and one of the Abyssal Lords herself.

Luminous' Warning to Hinata after Walpurgis

Hinata knelt before Luminous in her private chambers, her head lowered. Though she was known for her unwavering confidence and cold demeanor, she couldn't help but feel small under the gaze of the ancient vampire.

Luminous (calm but firm): "Hinata… you have made a grave mistake."

Hinata's eyes widened slightly, but she remained silent. She knew exactly what Luminous was referring to.

Luminous: "You attacked Rimuru Tempest, didn't you?"

Hinata clenched her fists, the humiliation of that battle still fresh in her mind.

Hinata (quietly): "Yes… I underestimated him."

Luminous let out a soft, bitter laugh, shaking her head.

Luminous: "Underestimated? Hinata, you didn't just underestimate him—you jeopardized the entire Church with your recklessness. Do you have any idea how strong he is now?"

Hinata looked up, meeting Luminous' piercing gaze.

Luminous (coldly): "Rimuru is stronger than all of us. Stronger than me. He is as Strong as Guy Crimson. He has ascended to a realm beyond anything we could hope to challenge."

The weight of those words crushed Hinata's pride. She had always seen herself as humanity's greatest shield, the strongest warrior of the Western Saints Church. To hear that Rimuru now stood at the same level as the leader of the Abyssal Lords was almost too much to bear.

Hinata (stiffly): "He spared me… during our last battle."

Luminous (narrowing her eyes): "Of course, he did. Because he could afford to. You were no threat to him, Hinata, and that's the only reason you're still alive."

Luminous leaned forward, her tone sharp and unyielding.

Luminous: "Listen carefully. You will not antagonize Rimuru again. At no cost. Do you understand me? If you ever act against him again, even I won't be able to save you."

Hinata's pride bristled at those words, but she knew better than to argue.

Hinata (quietly): "But… he's still a monster. How can we trust him?"

Luminous: "He's a monster, yes, but one who values peace. He's far more rational than most of us Abyssal Lords. He spared you, he spared the Church's forces, and he has never attacked without provocation. Do not mistake that mercy for weakness, Hinata. If you push him too far, he won't hesitate to annihilate us."

Hinata remained silent, her mind racing.

Luminous (softening her tone): "I know it's difficult for you to accept, but you must. Rimuru Tempest isn't just a monster anymore—he's a force of nature. And if you value the lives of those under your command, you'll heed my warning."

Hinata's Memories of Her Defeat

As Hinata left Luminous' chambers, her mind drifted back to her battle with Rimuru. She had been so confident, so sure of her victory. Armed with her Holy Spirit armor and her sword Dead End Rainbow, she had thought herself invincible.

But Rimuru had dismantled her. Every strike, every spell, every maneuver had been effortlessly countered. His movements were fluid, his techniques flawless. She hadn't just lost—she had been humiliated, beaten down like a child playing at war. And he spanked her, who does that.

She remembered the look in his eyes as he disarmed her, the calm yet stern expression that seemed to pity her.

Rimuru (in her memory): "You're strong, Hinata. But not strong enough. Not against me."

The words still stung, not because they were cruel, but because they were true.

Now, standing alone in her quarters, Hinata clenched her fists.

Hinata (thinking): Luminous is right. I can't let my pride dictate my actions anymore. Rimuru spared me once, but if I cross him again…

The thought of Rimuru's power made her shudder. She had always prided herself on her strength, but she couldn't deny the truth any longer. Rimuru Tempest had surpassed her in every way.

But there was something else, too—something that lingered in her mind. Rimuru's words during their battle, his insistence on coexistence, his refusal to kill her despite having every opportunity to do so. Was it possible that he truly desired peace?

Hinata (thinking): He's strong, yes. But… could he really be trusted? Could a monster like him truly seek coexistence with humanity?

She didn't have the answers, but one thing was certain: she couldn't afford to act recklessly again.

Back in the Grand Cathedral, the Church's leadership continued their heated debate. Some argued for a preemptive strike against Rimuru, while others called for diplomacy.

Cardinal Nikolaus: "We cannot sit idly by! If we do nothing, Rimuru will continue to grow stronger, and soon he'll be unstoppable!"

Bishop Lucas: "He already is unstoppable! Do you not understand? He almost defeated Guy Crimson! If we provoke him, he'll wipe us off the map!"

Hinata entered the room, silencing the arguments with her presence.

Hinata (coldly): "Enough. Rimuru is not our enemy… not yet."

The cardinals and bishops looked at her in shock.

Cardinal Nikolaus: "Commander Hinata! Surely you don't mean—"

Hinata (interrupting): "I mean exactly what I said. Rimuru has made it clear he desires peace. For now, we will observe. If we provoke him, it will mean the end of the Church."

Her words left no room for argument. Though the leaders of the Church were uneasy, they knew better than to question Hinata's judgment.

Beyond the Church, the world was abuzz with the news of Rimuru's ascension. Nations scrambled to gather information on Tempest, seeking alliances or preparing for war. The name Rimuru Tempest now carried the weight of a god—a being who could rival and even surpass the greatest of the Abyssal Lords.

And as Hinata prepared for what lay ahead, she couldn't help but feel a sense of dread. Rimuru Tempest was no longer just a monster or even a Demon Lord. He was a legend, a force of nature that could reshape the world as he saw fit.

Hinata (thinking): For the sake of humanity… I must tread carefully. Rimuru Tempest isn't someone we can afford to make an enemy.