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− | ==Chapter 5 『If The World |
+ | ==Chapter 5 『If Malice Fills The World』== |
===Part 1=== |
===Part 1=== |
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While everyone was having a heavy-atmosphere meal without talking, the conversation from the surroundings entered my ears------I found out that the incident in the afternoon has already spread out. |
While everyone was having a heavy-atmosphere meal without talking, the conversation from the surroundings entered my ears------I found out that the incident in the afternoon has already spread out. |
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− | It looks like the source of the information was the students that were at the hall; the fact that we fought Miyabi in a <<Unit>> was spread out. Thanks to that, several speculations and |
+ | It looks like the source of the information was the students that were at the hall; the fact that we fought Miyabi in a <<Unit>> was spread out. Thanks to that, several speculations and sights were directed to us and we had to pass the time uncomfortably. |
Our meal soon ended and right after we got out from the cafeteria, I asked Lilith something. |
Our meal soon ended and right after we got out from the cafeteria, I asked Lilith something. |
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Now that Miyabi was used for their plan, the situation now is different from before. |
Now that Miyabi was used for their plan, the situation now is different from before. |
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− | Even if we can’t do anything about it, I want to gain as much info |
+ | Even if we can’t do anything about it, I want to gain as much info of the enemy as possible. |
− | “I’ll treat you all |
+ | “I’ll treat you all milk tea. Come to my room” |
After only replying that, Lilith took Sara and went back to her room; I followed her with Julie and Tora behind me. |
After only replying that, Lilith took Sara and went back to her room; I followed her with Julie and Tora behind me. |
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Originally, I was supposed to feel nervous for entering a girl’s room but, my feelings were far from that now. |
Originally, I was supposed to feel nervous for entering a girl’s room but, my feelings were far from that now. |
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− | Lilith kept quiet even though she reached her room |
+ | Lilith kept quiet even though she reached her room and the room was filled with the heavy-atmosphere just like what we had in the cafeteria just now. |
After awhile, Sara distributed the milk tea to everyone and only then, Lilith finally opened her mouth. |
After awhile, Sara distributed the milk tea to everyone and only then, Lilith finally opened her mouth. |
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− | “It’s Dawn’s confidential secret regarding him. That’s why |
+ | “It’s Dawn’s confidential secret regarding him. That’s why; my answer is the same as like time. Don’t make me say it twice” |
“……….so basically, you aren’t going to tell us” |
“……….so basically, you aren’t going to tell us” |
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“No need! Tooru, Julie, let’s go!!” |
“No need! Tooru, Julie, let’s go!!” |
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− | I understand Lilith’s position but, since I also understand Tora’s feeling for getting enraged, I was about to leave the room after |
+ | I understand Lilith’s position but, since I also understand Tora’s feeling for getting enraged, I was about to leave the room after giving up to gain info of the enemy. |
“Sorry, Lilith. I’ll take your treat next time okay” |
“Sorry, Lilith. I’ll take your treat next time okay” |
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She suddenly said that without looking at us. |
She suddenly said that without looking at us. |
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− | “<<Equipment Smith>>-----his real name is Edward |
+ | “<<Equipment Smith>>-----his real name is Edward=Walker, an expert of Mechanical engineering; he’s an enthusiastic person that develops engine and propulsion systems, while on the other hand he develop things like artificial muscles……..if I remember correctly” |
“Ojou-sama………!” |
“Ojou-sama………!” |
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− | “This is just a mumble to myself. Don’t make |
+ | “This is just a mumble to myself. Don’t make say it twice, Sara” |
The butler flat out said that in panic but, Lilith told her to quiet down instead. |
The butler flat out said that in panic but, Lilith told her to quiet down instead. |
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Lilith took a sip of the milk tea before continuing. |
Lilith took a sip of the milk tea before continuing. |
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− | “The Gogmagog is a secret organization tied to America’s military. However, they are mainly devoted to developing military weapons and with that power behind them, it’s an organization that has the highest influence in current North America…………unlike the Dawn Organization, it does not have a surface and I wonder if the fact that they |
+ | “The Gogmagog is a secret organization tied to America’s military. However, they are mainly devoted to developing military weapons and with that power behind them, it’s an organization that has the highest influence in current North America…………unlike the Dawn Organization, it does not have a surface and I wonder if the fact that they are doing nasty things is true, I wonder?” |
Lilith took another sip and sigh before I asked a question. |
Lilith took another sip and sigh before I asked a question. |
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Lilith looked down at the milk tea and mumbled. |
Lilith looked down at the milk tea and mumbled. |
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− | “Edward |
+ | “Edward is originally Dawn organization’s development bureau number 2” |
We gasped when we heard those unexpected words. |
We gasped when we heard those unexpected words. |
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“On top of leaving the organization, after he was confirmed to have introduced himself to the enemy organization, the whole organization went into ruins. What’s more, he deleted all of the in-development data, data of completed developments and of course his personal data too when he left…………thanks to that, the whole organization was in chaos………….seriously it was one annoying event” |
“On top of leaving the organization, after he was confirmed to have introduced himself to the enemy organization, the whole organization went into ruins. What’s more, he deleted all of the in-development data, data of completed developments and of course his personal data too when he left…………thanks to that, the whole organization was in chaos………….seriously it was one annoying event” |
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− | After making a sigh, Lilith faced |
+ | After making a sigh, Lilith faced towards and opened her eyes wide. |
“Oh my, why if isn’t Tooru. You came to drink milk tea I guess” |
“Oh my, why if isn’t Tooru. You came to drink milk tea I guess” |
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− | With that one sentence, |
+ | With that one sentence, Lealith has implicitly ended the talk. |
“Aah. I want the others to know about Sara’s milk tea too. Both of you sit down, it’s exquisite” |
“Aah. I want the others to know about Sara’s milk tea too. Both of you sit down, it’s exquisite” |
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− | [Ja---. I’ll drink] [Fuun. Well…….. |
+ | [Ja---. I’ll drink] [Fuun. Well……..i guess I’ll join in] |
After Julie and Tora sat down, Sara made another batch of milk tea. |
After Julie and Tora sat down, Sara made another batch of milk tea. |
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What’s more, I was not the only one that was call out; Julie, Lilith, Tachibana and also Tora were called too. |
What’s more, I was not the only one that was call out; Julie, Lilith, Tachibana and also Tora were called too. |
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− | Everyone here thought it was going to be about yesterday’s incident but, Tora wasn’t |
+ | Everyone here thought it was going to be about yesterday’s incident but, Tora wasn’t in the place yesterday. |
It was lunch time and while we were talking about what the business was going to be, we reached the office and united with Tachibana who came back from the infirmary. |
It was lunch time and while we were talking about what the business was going to be, we reached the office and united with Tachibana who came back from the infirmary. |
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I asked if there were any wounds on her from the check up but, I became relieved anyway. |
I asked if there were any wounds on her from the check up but, I became relieved anyway. |
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− | Even though I know it’s going to be alright since I attacked her with a <<Blaze>> |
+ | Even though I know it’s going to be alright since I attacked her with a similar bashing-type <<Blaze>> but, it was still fact that I launched <<{{Furigana|Thunder god’s strike|Mjolnir}}>> at Miyabi. |
− | “But, she will be there for a few days just in case after considering the influences she might get |
+ | “But, she will be there for a few days just in case after considering the influences she might get her surroundings” |
Now that one night has passed, many students now know that Miyabi worn the <<Unit>>. |
Now that one night has passed, many students now know that Miyabi worn the <<Unit>>. |
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“Also, this is my request but-------please don’t visit her for a while…………especially you, Kokonoe. Well you know” |
“Also, this is my request but-------please don’t visit her for a while…………especially you, Kokonoe. Well you know” |
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− | “…………. |
+ | “………….i understand” |
Although it was inevitable, I wanted to apologize to Miyabi. |
Although it was inevitable, I wanted to apologize to Miyabi. |
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The thing waiting for us in the office was the talk personally by the chairman about the training. |
The thing waiting for us in the office was the talk personally by the chairman about the training. |
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− | “You all will be joining the actual training |
+ | “You all will be joining the actual training in the day after tomorrow” |
It seems students that turned <<{{Furigana|III|Level 3}}>> will join the Dawn organization’s public maintenance order team----Ethnarch’s mission. It was the organization’s consideration, so that we could have a smoother entrance into the team after graduation, by joining many actual training in an early stage. |
It seems students that turned <<{{Furigana|III|Level 3}}>> will join the Dawn organization’s public maintenance order team----Ethnarch’s mission. It was the organization’s consideration, so that we could have a smoother entrance into the team after graduation, by joining many actual training in an early stage. |
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However, the introduction was taken over by Mikuni-sensei. |
However, the introduction was taken over by Mikuni-sensei. |
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− | “People that would cause hindrance to others during the mission because of their wounded state----which means, Tachibana-san will not be joining in. However, by your wish, we will consider allowing you in if you choose to |
+ | “People that would cause hindrance to others during the mission because of their wounded state----which means, Tachibana-san will not be joining in. However, by your wish, we will consider allowing you in if you choose to look instead…….” |
− | “…….. |
+ | “……..i am very sorry but, I will leave this one out. Right now Miyabi-----no, I think of being beside Hotaka-san” |
− | In terms of gaining experience, joining in even if it’s just |
+ | In terms of gaining experience, joining in even if it’s just looking would be a good idea but, Tachibana honestly picked to be beside Miyabi. |
The chairman clapped her hands to Tachibana, who chose to leave this one out for personally reasons. |
The chairman clapped her hands to Tachibana, who chose to leave this one out for personally reasons. |
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− | “The feelings of taking care of your partner <<Duo>>, it’s wonderful. Within the students in the same year, you are a skilled |
+ | “The feelings of taking care of your partner <<Duo>>, it’s wonderful. Within the students in the same year, you are a skilled and smart excellent student so, I wanted you to experience the field as fast as possible but, it can’t be helped if you have that reason” |
− | “Thank you, Chairman. |
+ | “Thank you, Chairman. |
After making one nod to Tachibana, who bowed down, the chairman looked back at us again. |
After making one nod to Tachibana, who bowed down, the chairman looked back at us again. |
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“-----!! E-<<Equipment Smith>>….!?” |
“-----!! E-<<Equipment Smith>>….!?” |
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− | I |
+ | I raised my surprise when the chairman told me the unexpected name. |
“Judging by that reaction, it seems you know about him to a certain extent” |
“Judging by that reaction, it seems you know about him to a certain extent” |
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The chairman told us that there will be a fork path here. |
The chairman told us that there will be a fork path here. |
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− | “I don’t mind if anyone says that they want to |
+ | “I don’t mind if anyone says that they want to leave this one out you know? All of you are still students after all” |
But-----not a single person wanted to leave it out. |
But-----not a single person wanted to leave it out. |
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“And that’s……….?” |
“And that’s……….?” |
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− | “This is in a special shape but----this is a Jet |
+ | “This is in a special shape but----this is a Jet injector” |
“-----!!” |
“-----!!” |
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“Kokonoe Tooru, I hereby give you the permission to perform the <<Sublimation Ceremony>>………This is my thanks” |
“Kokonoe Tooru, I hereby give you the permission to perform the <<Sublimation Ceremony>>………This is my thanks” |
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− | My heart |
+ | My heart beat loudly. |
There was no way that I wouldn’t understand on how big of a deal it was. |
There was no way that I wouldn’t understand on how big of a deal it was. |
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This was already common knowledge but, it’s not like I will successfully sublimate. |
This was already common knowledge but, it’s not like I will successfully sublimate. |
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− | On top of that, I was told that full-body muscle pain and high fever will attack the person for a few days if the sublimation failed. It seems Miyabi and Tatsu had a rough time waking up for a few days after failing the sublimation |
+ | On top of that, I was told that full-body muscle pain and high fever will attack the person for a few days if the sublimation failed. It seems Miyabi and Tatsu had a rough time waking up for a few days after failing the sublimation and continued sleeping in their room without coming out. |
However, to me who wants to gain <<Power>>, the risk doesn’t matter to me and the chance to increase the sublimation is like a wish come true but------ |
However, to me who wants to gain <<Power>>, the risk doesn’t matter to me and the chance to increase the sublimation is like a wish come true but------ |
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“Yes, this is something I wanted to tell only to you” |
“Yes, this is something I wanted to tell only to you” |
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− | “………why am I the only one? There |
+ | “………why am I the only one? There are several people that moved to save the chairman. Julie, Lilith, and Imari too. Tora too even though he wasn’t at the spot……..but even so, what kind of reason do you have to give me special treatment-----“ |
“……….It’s because you are an <<Unrivaled>>, Kokonoe Tooru” |
“……….It’s because you are an <<Unrivaled>>, Kokonoe Tooru” |
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The only person that knows about the incident with him was Julie, that person and none other than myself. |
The only person that knows about the incident with him was Julie, that person and none other than myself. |
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− | “I will now repeat myself, Kokonoe Tooru. I give you the permission to perform the <<Sublimation Ceremony>>. Considering the possibility of failure after using this permitted sublimation, I don’t mind |
+ | “I will now repeat myself, Kokonoe Tooru. I give you the permission to perform the <<Sublimation Ceremony>>. Considering the possibility of failure after using this permitted sublimation, I don’t mind it performed after the training----“ |
“Wait” |
“Wait” |
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The black clothed girl looked a little shocked before narrowing her eyes. |
The black clothed girl looked a little shocked before narrowing her eyes. |
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− | “*Giggle*. I am happy to the bottom of my heart that a proud and noble student has enrolled into the academy………. |
+ | “*Giggle*. I am happy to the bottom of my heart that a proud and noble student has enrolled into the academy……….i understand, I will respect your determination. Let’s end the conversation here” |
After she said that, I bowed down the chairman who was facing her back to me and I was about to leave the room but, at that moment, |
After she said that, I bowed down the chairman who was facing her back to me and I was about to leave the room but, at that moment, |
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The chairman standing at the window turned around and told me this. |
The chairman standing at the window turned around and told me this. |
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− | “No matter how wonderful your determination may be, the world will not guarantee you its acceptance……………that is even more so, |
+ | “No matter how wonderful your determination may be, the world will not guarantee you its acceptance……………that is even more so, since this world is filled with ill intents” |
− | Ill intents will bear |
+ | Ill intents will bear its fangs towards you no matter what determination one has. |
− | I found that out with my body |
+ | I found that out with my body with a feeling that cannot be compared with pain from 2 years ago, and also yesterday. |
That was why the chairman’s words pierced deeply into me. |
That was why the chairman’s words pierced deeply into me. |
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− | After 2 days, it was on Saturday evening----- |
+ | After 2 days, it was on the Saturday evening----- |
We gathered at the quay at the edge of the southern back gate and the chairman and Mikuni-sensei were waiting for us there. |
We gathered at the quay at the edge of the southern back gate and the chairman and Mikuni-sensei were waiting for us there. |
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− | We were going to depart |
+ | We were going to depart with the pressure boat and after we were dropped off somewhere in the city, we will meet up with the Ethnarch and switch to a car. |
“Be careful, Kokonoe. Please refrain from forcing yourself” |
“Be careful, Kokonoe. Please refrain from forcing yourself” |
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“Why------!?” |
“Why------!?” |
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− | Even though she was still in crutches, she ran away |
+ | Even though she was still in crutches, she ran away if tremendous speed. |
Tachibana passed by Mikuni-sensei and Tsukimi accompanied by the chairman. |
Tachibana passed by Mikuni-sensei and Tsukimi accompanied by the chairman. |
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“What are you talking about?” |
“What are you talking about?” |
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− | “I am obviously talking about miss- |
+ | “I am obviously talking about miss-goodie. Her face was super red. What did you do this time? What words did you attack her with? Did you suddenly put your tongue in? Did you fondle her huge tits?” |
“Like hell!! And also, that isn’t playboy anymore, its pervert!!” |
“Like hell!! And also, that isn’t playboy anymore, its pervert!!” |
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“You only can call it that!!” |
“You only can call it that!!” |
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− | I got tired from retorting |
+ | I got tired from retorting Tsukimi and *Zeehaa* started breathing heavily. |
“I-in the first place, what did you come here for? We aren’t going together in this mission right” |
“I-in the first place, what did you come here for? We aren’t going together in this mission right” |
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− | “Well yeah. Give me a break, |
+ | “Well yeah. Give me a break, I have to baby-sit oh give me a break…………” |
Tsukimi placed her hands on my shoulders in an overly-friendly manner and it seems that she was made to house-watch to avoid causing any troubles there. |
Tsukimi placed her hands on my shoulders in an overly-friendly manner and it seems that she was made to house-watch to avoid causing any troubles there. |
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I won’t doubt her ability since she easily took down over 20 enemies alone during the attack in the seaside school. |
I won’t doubt her ability since she easily took down over 20 enemies alone during the attack in the seaside school. |
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− | By any chance, the <<{{Furigana|God’s Destruction Team|Libel}}>> commences a two-point attack like last time, Tsukimi staying back here will really |
+ | By any chance, the <<{{Furigana|God’s Destruction Team|Libel}}>> commences a two-point attack like last time, Tsukimi staying back here will really helpful……………leaving out her personality though. |
− | “Hohoo, the <<Irregular>> feels reassured about me huh? Finally fell in love?” |
+ | “Hohoo, the <<Irregular>> is feels reassured about me huh? Finally fell in love?” |
“No way” |
“No way” |
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“Tooru, we are going” |
“Tooru, we are going” |
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− | “Opps, I |
+ | “Opps, I am coming” |
Right after I entered the boat, the boat engine started producing sound and we slowly started moving. |
Right after I entered the boat, the boat engine started producing sound and we slowly started moving. |
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“……….Tooru” |
“……….Tooru” |
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− | When I looked behind, Julie, Lilith and Tora |
+ | When I looked behind, Julie, Lilith and Tora was looking at me. |
“Let’s protect our promise” |
“Let’s protect our promise” |
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“Aah, of course. Let’s come back, everyone!” |
“Aah, of course. Let’s come back, everyone!” |
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− | + | 3 of them made a strong nod at my words. |
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===Part 2=== |
===Part 2=== |
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− | After 20 minutes, Tooru and the gang were no longer on the sea and were ascending |
+ | After 20 minutes, Tooru and the gang were no longer on the sea and were ascending the river. |
− | The boat reached the dock for aquatic |
+ | The boat reached the dock for aquatic busses located at the riverside, which was among one of the several spots including the dummy place scheduled for us to dock as a pre-caution for surprise attacks. |
− | We met up with the |
+ | We met up with the Etharch, and switch to a car. |
− | While taking caution |
+ | While taking caution of an attack from <<{{Furigana|God’s Destruction Team|Libel}}>>, the car shook around for 30 minutes and curtains for night time fell-------nothing particular happened and the moment Tooru was told that he could see their destination, he made a relieved sigh. |
However, Tooru opened his eyes wide immediately when he saw their destination. |
However, Tooru opened his eyes wide immediately when he saw their destination. |
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− | The area was surrounded with tall fences and after we passed through the door guard, the area was so wide that it was unbelievable that the premise was inside a metropolitan area |
+ | The area was surrounded with tall fences and after we passed through the door guard, the area was so wide that it was unbelievable that the premise was inside a metropolitan area and there was a western garden filled with properly organized flowers and shrubs. |
After a while of loitering into the garden, we reached the dazzling mansion that looked like a palace. |
After a while of loitering into the garden, we reached the dazzling mansion that looked like a palace. |
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Even though she’s the <<Exception>>, she was powerless in this place controlled by the Dawn organization and could only see her off. |
Even though she’s the <<Exception>>, she was powerless in this place controlled by the Dawn organization and could only see her off. |
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− | After the two of them disappeared into |
+ | After the two of them disappeared into the door which was twice as tall, the gold girl looked up at the building. |
It looked like a carefree action at first glance but, it wasn’t peaceful inside her. |
It looked like a carefree action at first glance but, it wasn’t peaceful inside her. |
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There was a wide atrium hall after passing through the door and there was a huge staircase leading to the 2nd floor inside. |
There was a wide atrium hall after passing through the door and there was a huge staircase leading to the 2nd floor inside. |
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− | Sakuya and Mikuni followed the guide up the |
+ | Sakuya and Mikuni followed the guide up the stair, and eventually stopped in front a big door. |
“Over here please” |
“Over here please” |
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After the guide pushed open the heavy door, Sakuya and Mikuni entered the luxurious room. |
After the guide pushed open the heavy door, Sakuya and Mikuni entered the luxurious room. |
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− | A dazzling chandelier was on the roof |
+ | A dazzling chandelier was on the roof illuminating the room, a mat with a beautiful pattern was spread out on the floor and a luxurious round table was place in the middle. |
− | There were 7 chairs placed around the table and 4 of |
+ | There were 7 chairs placed around the table and 4 of it were filled. |
− | Which means leaving aside Sakuya, who has just arrived, 2 people |
+ | Which means leaving aside Sakuya, who has just arrived, 2 people has not come yet. |
“You’re here, the <<Blaze>> Ojou-chan” |
“You’re here, the <<Blaze>> Ojou-chan” |
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After the door behind Sakuya and Mikuni closed, a rude man putting his legs on the table talked to her. |
After the door behind Sakuya and Mikuni closed, a rude man putting his legs on the table talked to her. |
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− | The 40 year old man’s cheeks were a little red and it could be guessed that it was from drinking alcohol. When he stood up, his body crossed over 190cm and a normal person would be frightened if they |
+ | The 40 year old man’s cheeks were a little red and it could be guessed that it was from drinking alcohol. When he stood up, his body crossed over 190cm and a normal person would be frightened if they contront him. However the man smiled and his teeth could be seen, making him feel friendly. |
Sakuya pinched her gothic dress and lowered her head. |
Sakuya pinched her gothic dress and lowered her head. |
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− | “It has been a while, <<Grave Phantom>>-sama. And also, it’s nice meeting all the other <<Rein>> members. I am the one that inherited the <<Blaze>>----<<Diabolica>>. Nice to be |
+ | “It has been a while, <<Grave Phantom>>-sama. And also, it’s nice meeting all the other <<Rein>> members. I am the one that inherited the <<Blaze>>----<<Diabolica>>. Nice to be your acquaintance” |
“Ouu, nice to meet you….ah, Jou-chan your seat is there so go ahead. The Onii-chan you brought has none so sorry” |
“Ouu, nice to meet you….ah, Jou-chan your seat is there so go ahead. The Onii-chan you brought has none so sorry” |
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− | “I will take you up |
+ | “I will take you up for your words” |
“No, I don’t mind” |
“No, I don’t mind” |
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“…………by the way Jou-chan, how is he?” |
“…………by the way Jou-chan, how is he?” |
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− | “I brought him here. You can go check if you |
+ | “I brought that him here. You can go check if you are curious you know?” |
− | “Hnnn, |
+ | “Hnnn, it’s not to that extent but I’ll pass” |
While hearing the big man’s reply, Sakuya sat down and Mikuni stood behind his master. |
While hearing the big man’s reply, Sakuya sat down and Mikuni stood behind his master. |
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“Okay then. Before we start, let’s introduce ourselves for the new face <<Diabolica>> here. First off, I am <<Grave Phantom>>. Nice to meet ya, Ojou-chan…………alright, next you, <<Disaster>>” |
“Okay then. Before we start, let’s introduce ourselves for the new face <<Diabolica>> here. First off, I am <<Grave Phantom>>. Nice to meet ya, Ojou-chan…………alright, next you, <<Disaster>>” |
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− | <<Phantom>> |
+ | <<Phantom>> Looked towards the young man sitting at his left side. |
− | “…………<<Dark |
+ | “…………<<Dark ray Disaster>>” |
− | Not caring that it was in the summer, after the man slightly lifted his face which was half |
+ | Not caring that it was in the summer, after the man slightly lifted his face which was half ocvered with a muffler, he took a glance at Sakuya before telling her his <<Sepher Name>>. He then lowered his sights to show that he had nothing more to say. |
But, hearing his <<Sepher name>> was more than enough for Sakuya. |
But, hearing his <<Sepher name>> was more than enough for Sakuya. |
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Even though it wasn’t much, <<Rien>> written inside Dawn organization’s secret data’s. |
Even though it wasn’t much, <<Rien>> written inside Dawn organization’s secret data’s. |
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− | (A <<Holy knight>> affiliated |
+ | (A <<Holy knight>> affiliated to <<Holy>>) |
− | A <<Holy knight>> is a title given to someone who is affiliated |
+ | A <<Holy knight>> is a title given to someone who is affiliated to the Anti-heretic organization <<Holy>>, which is a bureau that won’t see sunlight even within historical giant sects based in Western Europe. Above judging heretics in the name of god as a <<Holy Knight>>, he is rumored to have high battle abilities. |
− | Also, since the Dawn organization’s biological enhancement nano-machines-<<Lucifer>> was a research |
+ | Also, since the Dawn organization’s biological enhancement nano-machines-<<Lucifer>> was a research stray from the path of god, they weren’t in good terms with <<Holy>>. Sakuya felt that the reason for <<Disaster>>’s unsociability was probably related to that. |
“Okay next goes to you, <<Diva>>” |
“Okay next goes to you, <<Diva>>” |
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− | <<Phantom>> moved his sights to the beauty with a tidy air around her, who was sitting beside Sakuya. |
+ | <<Phantom>> moved his sights and moved it to the beauty with a tidy air around her, who was sitting beside Sakuya. |
“It’s <<Silent Diva>>. We are both females so let’s be friends, <<Blaze Diabolica>>” |
“It’s <<Silent Diva>>. We are both females so let’s be friends, <<Blaze Diabolica>>” |
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Leaving aside her age, Sakuya who was the most out of character person here, thought that while giving back a smile. |
Leaving aside her age, Sakuya who was the most out of character person here, thought that while giving back a smile. |
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− | “Of course. I have heard a lot of |
+ | “Of course. I have heard a lot of you, <<Silent Diva>>-sama” |
− | There were only a few |
+ | There were only a few numbers of people in the surface world that knows about <<Rein>> but, <<Silent Diva>> was the most famous within them all. |
That’s because she’s a princess of a certain country in Eastern Europe. |
That’s because she’s a princess of a certain country in Eastern Europe. |
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The person who devoted herself to advance the medical healthcare system of her motherland, and simultaneously, the gentle and beautiful heir to the throne who looks like a holy lady----- |
The person who devoted herself to advance the medical healthcare system of her motherland, and simultaneously, the gentle and beautiful heir to the throne who looks like a holy lady----- |
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− | However, as long as she’s someone whose name is listed in the <<Rein>>, Sakuya |
+ | However, as long as she’s someone whose name is listed in the <<Rein>>, Sakuya bear in mind that she was not someone to take light with. |
“Okay, next would----“ |
“Okay, next would----“ |
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Suddenly, a round glowing ball of light appeared above an empty seat. |
Suddenly, a round glowing ball of light appeared above an empty seat. |
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− | The mysterious light that was inside the pattern |
+ | The mysterious light that was inside the pattern, flicked over to the vacant seat----- |
− | Immediately, a young man in a showy military uniform filled the seat that was supposed to be empty. |
+ | Immediately, a young man in a showy military uniform filled in the seat that was supposed to be empty. |
“{{Furigana|Salut|Long time no see}}, ladies and gentlemen. And also------{{Furigana|Enchante|first time meeting you}}, <<Blaze Diabolica>>” |
“{{Furigana|Salut|Long time no see}}, ladies and gentlemen. And also------{{Furigana|Enchante|first time meeting you}}, <<Blaze Diabolica>>” |
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The grim reaper’s scythe that would definitely reap the life of others in one swing, made a flash ----- |
The grim reaper’s scythe that would definitely reap the life of others in one swing, made a flash ----- |
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− | But the blade stopped right just before the <<Tempest Judge>> |
+ | But the blade stopped right just before the <<Tempest Judge>> neck. |
---no, it was stopped. |
---no, it was stopped. |
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“*Tsk*……!” |
“*Tsk*……!” |
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− | <<Disaster>> clicked his tongue before landing |
+ | <<Disaster>> clicked his tongue before landing to his chair by kicking the table again. |
“Well, it’s a great help to the host if you choose to be like that” |
“Well, it’s a great help to the host if you choose to be like that” |
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Magic----- |
Magic----- |
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− | Even though it’s something treated as fiction in the current world, it exists, just like what was seen here. However, its existence is hidden and |
+ | Even though it’s something treated as a fiction in the current world, it exists, just like what was seen here. However, its existence is hidden and is not taken as fact in the surface world but, that goes for the <<Lucifer>> and <<Unit>> too. |
“Is it your first time seeing teleportation magic?” |
“Is it your first time seeing teleportation magic?” |
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− | “Yes, it’s magic itself though. It’s embarrassing for me to say this but I am quite distant from that field and I didn’t have the time for it too so, I only have |
+ | “Yes, it’s magic itself though. It’s embarrassing for me to say this but I am quite distant from that field and I didn’t have the time for it too so, I only have small knowledge about it” |
− | “Fufu, mine is just all knowledge and the magic itself doesn’t happen. The teleport I performed just now was thanks to a tool with magic engraved in it” |
+ | “Fufu, mine is just all knowledge and the magic itself doesn’t happen. The teleport I performed just now was thanks to the a tool with magic engraved in it” |
Sakuya felt that it was a statement not worth believing. |
Sakuya felt that it was a statement not worth believing. |
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That’s because, she won’t know when she can use their relationship for her purposes. |
That’s because, she won’t know when she can use their relationship for her purposes. |
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− | “Next |
+ | “Next of is my-----“ |
“I know enough so it’s okay, <<Equipment Smith>>-sama” |
“I know enough so it’s okay, <<Equipment Smith>>-sama” |
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After <<Phantom>> said that, he made a grin. |
After <<Phantom>> said that, he made a grin. |
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− | “Okay then. Now that things |
+ | “Okay then. Now that things quiet down and everyone his here. Oiii, wait for me! Someone’s dirty leg caused a stain so change the cloth!” |
− | The big man played innocent since it was caused by |
+ | The big man played innocent since it was caused by putting his legs on the table and made a loud laugh while pointing that out. |
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Why would they do such a thing? |
Why would they do such a thing? |
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− | That’s because the |
+ | That’s because the each <<Rein>> weren’t comrades. |
− | Even though the <<Absolute Duo>> was their core, they walk |
+ | Even though the <<Absolute Duo>> was their core, they walk in separate paths-------basically, they are all competing each other. |
− | That’s why they would hide their own information and use speech skills to gain their |
+ | That’s why they would hide their own information and use speech skills to gain their opponents information. |
Sakuya was also imitating that but----- |
Sakuya was also imitating that but----- |
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“You can’t figure that out from the point that I came here?” |
“You can’t figure that out from the point that I came here?” |
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− | “Oh my, please accept my apologies. I haven’t drank alcohol with |
+ | “Oh my, please accept my apologies. I haven’t drank alcohol with her before after all” |
It’s a weird question to ask about the <<Blaze>> to the <<Blaze Diabolica>>. |
It’s a weird question to ask about the <<Blaze>> to the <<Blaze Diabolica>>. |
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“Of course” |
“Of course” |
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− | After making a deep nod, <<Smith>> started conversing with her while the other <<Rien>> was showing interest |
+ | After making a deep nod, <<Smith>> started conversing with her while the other <<Rien>> was showing interest to them. |
− | “Fufu, |
+ | “Fufu, Looks like a fun conversation is about to start. I would like to hear the rest quick” |
“Haha, we are expecting a fun talk here, old-man” |
“Haha, we are expecting a fun talk here, old-man” |
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− | “Sadly, it might be more of a ghost story |
+ | “Sadly, it might be more of a ghost story to a fun talk for you all” |
The old man replied back with a smile that makes one feel his inner mischief, to both <<Judge>> and <<Phantom>>. |
The old man replied back with a smile that makes one feel his inner mischief, to both <<Judge>> and <<Phantom>>. |
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Edward nodded at Sakuya’s reply and the <<Tempest Judge>> raised a voice of admiration. |
Edward nodded at Sakuya’s reply and the <<Tempest Judge>> raised a voice of admiration. |
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− | “{{Furigana| |
+ | “{{Furigana|Tresbien|Wonderful}} . I never would have imagined that a member of <<Rein>> would suggest to team up” |
“Now that’s interesting. It’s true that the old man’s <<Unit>> and the jou-chan’s <<Exceed>> has great compatibility” |
“Now that’s interesting. It’s true that the old man’s <<Unit>> and the jou-chan’s <<Exceed>> has great compatibility” |
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The plan for the new-model <<Lucifer>> was established during the several years the old man was missing. |
The plan for the new-model <<Lucifer>> was established during the several years the old man was missing. |
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− | This means that, there was no way for |
+ | This means that, there was no way for Edwawrd to know about the new-model and he currently holds more secrets than the <<Lucifer>>. |
− | (………….I should think that there is a |
+ | (………….I should think that there is a betrayer among us. Judging by the number of people that knows about confidential information, there are only a few but………..) |
Her reasoning was correct. The reason why the previous attacks could easily succeed was because one of the researchers was secretly working for Edward. |
Her reasoning was correct. The reason why the previous attacks could easily succeed was because one of the researchers was secretly working for Edward. |
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“That’s bold, old man. So that’s the path you are on” |
“That’s bold, old man. So that’s the path you are on” |
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− | “{{Furigana| |
+ | “{{Furigana|Tresbien|Wonderful}}. Surpass and destroy god-----so that’s why you named them <<{{Furigana|Ell.Libel|God’s Destruction soldier}}>>” |
“Everything huh, that’s quite grand I see” |
“Everything huh, that’s quite grand I see” |
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− | “……………..To think that you would mention killing |
+ | “……………..To think that you would mention killing got in front of someone affiliated to <<Holy>>” |
And the crucial Sakuya remained silently looking at <<Smith>> without moving her expression. |
And the crucial Sakuya remained silently looking at <<Smith>> without moving her expression. |
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“Houu…….?” |
“Houu…….?” |
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− | “The <<Power>> you seek is only on the surface. It’s clear from the complete soldier as a machine example you said just now………….however, we are also seeking the <<Power>> of the <<Soul>>. Even if, the fields we are aiming |
+ | “The <<Power>> you seek is only on the surface. It’s clear from the complete soldier as a machine example you said just now………….however, we are also seeking the <<Power>> of the <<Soul>>. Even if, the fields we are aiming are different, and that’s what I think” |
At this moment, the small <<Diabolica>> made a smile which was enough to give anyone looking at her the chills. |
At this moment, the small <<Diabolica>> made a smile which was enough to give anyone looking at her the chills. |
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Edward slightly moved his eyebrows when he heard Sakuya’s words. |
Edward slightly moved his eyebrows when he heard Sakuya’s words. |
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− | “<<Equipment Smith>>-sama. I know that you lost to my grandfather, the <<Blaze Innovator>> 12 years ago. You then found out about the <<Absolute Duo>> and instead of the path my grandfather reached, you chose the road of destruction-----as a result, you separated yourself from Bristol-sama and the others, from the {{Furigana|Varan|3 head of the organization}}” |
+ | “<<Equipment Smith>>-sama. I know that you lost to my grandfather, the <<Blaze Innovator>> 12 years ago. You then found out about the <<Absolute Duo>> and instead of the path my grandfather reached, you chose the road of destruction-----as a result, you separated yourself from the Bristol-sama and the others, from the {{Furigana|Varan|3 head of the organization}}” |
“--------!! I-I didn’t lose!! Take those words back, you brat!!” |
“--------!! I-I didn’t lose!! Take those words back, you brat!!” |
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Even though the old man slammed the table and vented out his anger, that loss of composure was just the same as telling her that her words were true. |
Even though the old man slammed the table and vented out his anger, that loss of composure was just the same as telling her that her words were true. |
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− | “You damn doll for Tsukumo!! I will make you regret insulting me!!” |
+ | “You damn doll for Tsukumo!! I will make you regret for insulting me!!” |
“Oi oi, old man. I told you that fighting in this banquet is prohibited” |
“Oi oi, old man. I told you that fighting in this banquet is prohibited” |
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“*giggle*, just what are you going to do to make me regret? From what I see, it seems you are alone today so I don’t think you can do anything” |
“*giggle*, just what are you going to do to make me regret? From what I see, it seems you are alone today so I don’t think you can do anything” |
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− | “Just like you, I avoided doing something boorish like bringing anyone other than <<Rein>> members into the <<Rein Conference>>. If you wish for it then, I can have the <<{{Furigana|God’s Destruction Team|Libel}}>> standing-by break into this place you |
+ | “Just like you, I just avoided doing something boorish like bringing anyone other than <<Rein>> members into the <<Rein Conference>>. If you wish for it then, I can have the <<{{Furigana|God’s Destruction Team|Libel}}>> standing-by break into this place you now” |
Sakuya chuckled when she saw the old man turned explosive. |
Sakuya chuckled when she saw the old man turned explosive. |
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− | The biggest reason why she |
+ | The biggest reason why she join tonight’s banquet was because she was expecting something to happen------and if that doesn’t happen the, she would have to cause something to make it happen. |
But at this moment------ |
But at this moment------ |
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− | “Wait up, both of you. I think it’s a good idea to cool your |
+ | “Wait up, both of you. I think it’s a good idea to cool your head okay?” |
<<Judge>> cut in to mediate them. |
<<Judge>> cut in to mediate them. |
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The impression given by him shrugging his shoulder and head swinging from the left to right was completely different from his words and that made Edward grind his teeth. |
The impression given by him shrugging his shoulder and head swinging from the left to right was completely different from his words and that made Edward grind his teeth. |
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− | At that point, |
+ | At that point, another person in concern--Sakuya joined in too. |
− | “…………. |
+ | “………….i am interested. It’s an idea from <<Tempest Judge>> after all, it’s not a simple game right?” |
“Oi oi, <<Judge>>. What nonsense are you saying” |
“Oi oi, <<Judge>>. What nonsense are you saying” |
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“Haaa, I get it. Go on, <<Judge>>” |
“Haaa, I get it. Go on, <<Judge>>” |
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− | “Since both sides brought many game pieces, how about we have them compete? Of course, there |
+ | “Since both sides brought many game pieces, how about we have them compete? Of course, there is going to be rules since it’s a game. |
“That is an interesting idea. How about it, <<Equipment Smith>>-sama?” |
“That is an interesting idea. How about it, <<Equipment Smith>>-sama?” |
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Both sides were smiling---- |
Both sides were smiling---- |
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− | At this moment, a game which |
+ | At this moment, a game which also can be called a representative war was established. |
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<noinclude> |
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+ | ==Translation Notes and References== |
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