A few days later, at the New Recruiters Training Center.
'Not enough energy! Can you move 'Inspire Hydra' for that!
The man in scarlet robes - the 'Instructor Mage' - shouted to the trainees in line.
''Yes! I'm sorry! Instructor Mage Lord of Vermilion which!
The 'trainees' lined up on the shore answered upright and immobile.
The "Instructor Mage", sword in hand, walked back and forth in front of them...
This 'rookie training' was started by you of your own volition, even though your employer told you to do it. No matter what happens, you are responsible for it. If you don't like it, you can leave at any time!
Really? Well, I'd better get to .......
However, anyone who leaves in the middle of the day is a no-good person who can't even finish what they set out to do! Report to your employer, guild or chamber of commerce that way. You'll have to figure out what the rest of the job will be!
............ Oh.
After running, we'll do calisthenics. This is how you gather magic power to me. It's a good idea to unite everyone's minds to move the messenger. This is a good place to find out if you have enough cooperation.
The "Instructor Mage" clapped his hands.
On cue, the trainees began to move in.
This is the coastal area in the northern part of the resort area of Mishlila.
The trainees are on the beach. They had come for the "Newcomer Training Program" on the recommendation of their workplace or acquaintances.
They were of all genders and ages, but all wore the same clothes.
They were tattered cloths held together with strings that served as an obi. On the surface were the names and numbers of the groups.
Group A to Group E. The names of the groups and their numbers are painted on the surface. Group A to Group E. Call the roll and start the Kumiteisou!
「「「「「「──yes 」」」」」
The trainees started to prepare for the 'magic power presentation exercise' with a depressed expression on their faces.
I'm sure you'll be able to find a way to make it work.
The effects of my own "curse" are minor. Can you move for another hour?
Checking the cloudy state of the crystal, the 'Instructor Mage' murmured, "This crystal ball is a magic item that has the effect of preventing a curse.
This crystal ball is a magic item with the ability to prevent the curse. It's not just a matter of time before it is affected by the curse on its owner's behalf, and when it reaches its limit it turns completely black. It is currently gray. His own work wasn't over yet, and he planned to continue his activities for a bit longer.
The influence of the 'curse' is still weak on this beach. With the amulet, it will keep it.''
The 'Instructor Mage' looked around.
At the end of the sandy beach, there was a small boat parked, and beyond that, a large boat that housed the 'trainees'.
On the other side is a rocky mountain.
Towards the north, the sandy beach was gone and the waves were crashing directly into the sheer cliffs.
It is in that area that the mermaids lived, and it is also the place where the influence of the "curse" is strongest.
It is said that there is a dungeon in the mermaid's dwelling place that was sealed a long time ago.
It's the center of the 'cursed land'. Even if you have a talisman, you can't stay there for a long time.
That's why they first had to find someone who was resistant to it. That's what the training is for.
Furthermore, this also has the effect of creating obedient workers.
After the training was over, they would work in the nobleman's mansions, guilds, and merchant associations without turning aside. Their employers are all happy.
As for the 'Instructor Mage' organization, they would send their own collaborators. It was a two birds with one stone.
''But ...... all of them are so crushed by the 'curse' that they don't even think about it. No use.
The instructor mage murmured, his black hair fluttering in the sea breeze.
In the sandy beach, the trainees have started doing gymnastics.
It's a pyramid exercise in pairs of 10. It's an effective way to gather magic power when everyone is united. A magic circle is drawn on the beach. It is a system that allows the 'Instructor Mage' to use the magic power they have collected.
Kyoshi, 'Instructor Mage' which ...... is no more, it's impossible.
'Who said I could talk! Group D. Number 1 to 10!
No, ......, with this many people, it's just not the right shape for ......
No excuses!
The 'Instructor Mage' shouted.
The 'Magic Presenting Gymnastics' was beautifully arranged on the sandy beach.
It was a beautiful sight, but only Group D's was warped and snarled.
'............ number 4 is ...... not there. ......'
Fourth? You got away: ...... What's his name?
............
"You should at least remember the names of your friends! Solidarity. You all follow me.
The 'Instructor Mage' starts running with the trainees in tow.
This 'rookie training' is an important job requested by the Marquis Hilmut. I won't allow you to escape.
The "Instructor Mage" turned his gaze to a large ship that was parked in the shallow water.
You will find the Marquis Hilmut and - another "instructor" inside that boat.
The "Instructor Mage" remembered that face and involuntarily gritted his back teeth. The other "instructor" who is his rival has already found some people who are resistant to the curse. I'm not going to be the only one.
The other two are already being evaluated for it. It's a good idea to have a good time with them.
"I'm going to look for 'D Group 4. I don't know his name. Gender is female, hair blue. That's what you're looking for.
The 'Instructor Mage' said to the trainees.
"The rest of you will continue with the gymnastics. You will have to wait until I return. You will be allowed to take a break later to hydrate and breathe deeply.
「「「「「 yes 」」」」」」
The trainees on the sandy beach replied with downcast eyes.
After looking at them with a satisfied look, the 'Instructor Mage' murmured, "The one who runs away has some resistance to the 'curse', but does not follow orders.
''Those who run away have some resistance to the 'curse', but they do not follow orders. Those who obey have no tolerance. It's a difficult one.
The "Instructor Mage" Lord of Vermilion has started running.
Near the rocky mountains near the coast, near the area cursed by the curse, Letitia team...
All right, let's get to work.
Leticia said to her gathered companions.
This is a rocky mountain close to the coast. The hillside. It's the safe zone that Saint Delilira taught me about.
The area affected by the land's "curse" has been carefully mapped out by Nagi after listening to Delilira's opinion. She also took into account the margin of error to get a safe distance. There should be no impact here.
Rafilia-san. Have you received a message from Nagi-san?
It's 'mind-linkage reform', isn't it? It's coming!
Raphilia nodded, hiding behind the trees that grew in the rocky mountains.
The masters are about 20 minutes' walk from here, and they'll be waiting. They'll be on the move if we cause a scene.
Is Ms. Cutlass ready?
I'm calling Fynn now!
Cutlass touched the equipped 'Balluar's Breastplate' and closed his eyes.
'Another Boku, Fynn! The search for the enemy, please!
Yes, sir!
A girl with the same face as Cutlass - a little longer hair and different colored eyes - suddenly appeared.
Then, I'm going to take a look at the surroundings from the top of the tree. The details are for Cutlass!
Saying that, Fynn lightly kicked a branch and jumped up into the air.
With a body made of magical power, Fihn can fly. I'm very good at spotting and scouting.
Well, I don't think there's anything there.
Fynn climbed up to the highest branch, hiding between the branches and leaves.
'We only have to get their attention, that's all. If there's nothing else, you can have Raphilia and her teammates fire a few fireballs at you and... oh no! Someone's coming.
There is something wrong with you, isn't there?
Cutlass on the ground turned to Letitia and said.
'Someone's coming this way,' he said. For more information ...... hmmmm. It's a young girl, with blue hair and ...... looking terribly tired, says Fynn.
Are you armed?
I've heard that he doesn't have ....... It's not that I'm in any condition to fight, it's just that I'm not. His complexion is pale and his eyes are downcast, and he is wearing clothes with numbers drawn on them ...... Perhaps he is a trainee in a 'rookie training' program.
Having said that much, Cutlass finished his report.
''What are you going to do? A nobleman's daughter.
A voice came from Letitia's back.
It's the Leggy of the Magic Sword, entrusted to me by Nagi.
"You are the leader of this team.
We believe the 'trainee' has escaped from the new training program. We'll protect him. You can at least get the information. Raphilia-san, you should tell Nagi-san about that.
Okay.
Could it be that you're trying to make them think you're an escaped convict and attack those who come looking for training? What will you do if that happens?
I mean, it's our job to get their attention anyway.
Leticia grabbed the magic sword Leggy.
''If there's a trap (trap), we'll just use 'Chiito Sukiru' to bite it off. You will cooperate with me, won't you? Mr. Leggy.
'Of course. The Lord has asked me to help a noble girl. You owe me one.
Okay. Boom, boom, boom.
Leticia smiles wryly and Reggie snaps his scabbard.
Meanwhile, up in the tree, Fynn continues to scout out the tree. Cutlass continues to pass on the information he's gleaned from her.
As per the plan, Raphilia has disappeared. She is the communicator to Nagi. This is because it's troubling if she doesn't stay safe until the end.
─ ─ She is coming!
When Cutlass gave the signal - a skinny girl appeared from behind the trees.
"...... haha. Huh. ...... I can't do this anymore. I can't work any more ......
A girl comes running out on wobbly legs, scrambling through the grass with trembling hands.
She is sweaty, and her hair is shaggy. She is wearing simple clothes, just a cloth held together with an obi. The words "D Group 4" are carefully written in the lower right corner.
The girl kneels on the ground and tries to stand up - noticing the presence of Leticia and the others ......
'Hi...... hi! I was just trying to drink water. I was just trying to drink water ...... I know I can only drink it for a set amount of time, but I'm already thirsty, and I'm feeling pretty ......
Relax. We're just passing through.
............-e ......
What's your name?
"I'm number 4 in the ............D group, ...... the blue-haired little (Kogara) .......
The girl said in a dry voice.
'I'm in the third group on breakfast duty. I have a small voice, so I'm allowed to do duty three times a week to do ...... as punishment. I really wanted to learn magic, but I didn't have enough requirements to join that group, so I'm in the close combat group. That one is rank E and .......
That's not your name, is it?
Leticia locked eyes with the girl and asked gently.
'...... ah, ah ...... ah.'
Calm down. No one will blame you if you can't put it into words right away.
Oh, I'm an adventurer.
Yes, sir.
"My seniors told me that if I went to 'rookie training' I'd be strong ...... but I wasn't qualified for it. He even told me what I was born for, and I was ...... scared.
It's hard to resist, isn't it?
The girl nodded at Letitia's question.
Cutlass holds out a water bag to her mouth. The girl dipped her mouth into it as if she were devouring it and drank the water inside. The girl's hands and feet were covered in sand and her skin was scaly.
'I'm ...... going crazy in that place. ...... I'm going crazy. Everyone's saying weird things, but ...... it's starting to feel like that's normal, and I'm afraid ...... I won't be able to go back.
Even ...... said that if you run away, you'll start spreading rumors that you're a ...... bad person and you'll never work again. I couldn't resist spreading bad news ...... but I couldn't resist.
The intern girl hugs her shoulder and starts to tremble.
'...... I'm crazy, right? I'm the one who's crazy, aren't I?
'No. I think you've made the right decision.
Letitia touched the girl's shoulder.
'Even the Adventurer's Guild isn't that stupid. If you are still worried about it, go to the adventurers' guild in the port city. The lord has just changed and the place is full of activity. You can get a decent job there if you don't want to.
............ yes ............ yes!
The 'trainee' girl crouched down and began to cry.
Cutlass speaks into Leticia's ear as she stares at it.
'I have a report from ...... Feen. The tracker is coming,
'-The Tracker. Maybe ...... 'Inspire-Hudra'!
Suddenly, the 'trainee' girl shouted.
''Instructor Mage,'' she said! Those who aren't willing to do it ...... Those who don't want it are going to be eaten by the "Inspire-Hudra" that they say appears on the beach! Oh. Ahhhh!
When the girl screamed - the grass shook again.
At the same time, the sound of human voices and footsteps approached.
Oh, you're an adventurer in a place like this. I don't know what to do.
The one who appeared was a man wearing a scarlet robe.
Behind him stood nine men and women. All of them are wearing the same clothes as the girl. Are they also 'trainees'? They all hold a club in their hands. On the surface of the stick is written the words 'motivational injection'.
Leticia and Cutlass, who instantly understood how to use the stick, widened their eyes.
''I'm sure we've made a 'request' to the Adventurer's Guild in the recreational area. Since the Marquis of Hilmut (Koshaku) is holding a 'training' at this place, he said that ordinary people should stay away from it as much as possible.
Oh, I'm so sorry to hear that.
Leticia stood up and went in front of the escaped 'trainee' girl.
'But that's only a 'please', right? It's not compulsory, is it?
Yes, sir. Voluntarily. I just 'asked' you to decide of your own volition to 'stay away'. I'm not forcing you to do anything, just like that 'trainee'. Just like that 'trainee'.
...... 'Instructor Mage' Lord of Vermilion, Dear ......
Hmm?
At the trainee girl's trembling voice, the man in the robe - the 'Instructor Mage' - looked at her.
''What's wrong, 'D Group 4'? I wonder if you're tired. If you had told me, I would have given you a break later, but why are you here? What do you say?
...... Hee.
The girl in Escaped Trainees backs away.
The words of the "Instructor Mage" are kind. But her face is not smiling.
Her eyebrows are raised, her lips are twisted up, and she looks as if she's about to be eaten.
''Can't you say it? That's a shame. Didn't we do the whole "let each other in on the secret" thing? And yet, to keep such a tight-lipped mouth, was there not enough training time?
Wow, I'm quitting ....... I'm leaving!
"Ho, .......
When I left the ...... training facility, I found out ...... that I was pushing myself too hard, and I'm sorry I had to leave. I'm sorry I threw up in the middle.
The girl stood up on wobbly legs and bowed deeply.
''That's what I mean. In the spirit of mutual aid among adventurers, we will take her back to town.
...... I thought you were just passing through.
Didn't I say "mutual aid"? If an injured adventurer needs help, the other adventurers have the right to help them on a priority basis.
Letitia took the trembling girl's hand.
Next to her, Cutlass moves in next to her. He holds his shield in his left hand and stands in a position to protect Letitia and the girl.
Both Leticia and Cutlass are staring straight at the 'Instructor Mage'.
They do not move their gaze as much as possible.
The position of the other two (・・・・), so that they don't know.
''We will not interfere with you guys. But we will rescue those adventurers who have difficulty returning on their own. That's all.
I know this because I tried to take a difficult exam in the past.
Cutlass took over Letitia's words.
She said, "The qualifications and training are all about me, so I'm excited! I started with, 'But I'm already not amused! You can quit at the end of the day.
Oh, that's a very good point.
I recently found a master of 'cool lines'.
Really? I'm sure that master will be able to help us at the right time.
Hmm. It's very promising.
Leticia and Cutlass looked at each other and nodded.
The first thing that comes to mind is the fact that you're not going to be able to get your hands on any of these things. I'm sure you'll be happy to see me.
...... is yes.
Letitia and Cutlass take the hand of the 'trainee' girl and step back.
The "Instructor Mage" is holding something behind her back. The other "trainees" are shouting behind them.
'Number 4, mmmm...' 'Let's go back to training!' 'We're all waiting for you!' 'We've worked so hard together to get here!'
I'm not sure what to make of it, but I'm sure it's a good idea.
I'm sure you can do it, but if you work together, nothing is impossible.
'Hmm. If that's the consensus of Group D, we can't afford to let Number 4 get away with it.
The "Instructor Mage" held his sword in his hand and announced.
"And it seems that number four has an 'immunity' to curses - no, a hidden talent. I'll have to educate you a bit more to get you to do your job!
We're all friends." "I'm waiting for you." "Come home with me." "Go home." "Go home." "Go home!
We'll respect your autonomy. You can seize number four and, by the way, those adventurers!
「「「「 yes. Dear Instructor Mage: 」」」」
The "trainees" with clubs in hand, run towards Letitia and Cutlass...
Sticky.
A sticky substance is entangled in its legs.
We're all friends." "Hang in there and come home." "Let's go home." "Let's train." "Let's do it." "That one." "That one." "That one.
Zuza-zuza.
The trainees fell in unison.
They were so focused on capturing Leticia and the others that they didn't look at their feet. As it was, they literally froze like a single creature, rolled over and began to struggle.
'...... slime? Ridiculous! When did he show up! I didn't even see that thing in sight!
''Instructor Mage'' shouted.
''As I thought, 'Trainee', you're not very good at applying it, are you?'''
Letitia sighed.
Previously, she and Cutlass have been fighting the 'post-training' people in the merchant's Dolgor's mansion.
We've already confirmed that they are 'vulnerable to irregularities'.
' "...... Thanks for the backup (engo) (that is, there is).
Letitia and Cutlass gave a thumbs up, "Guh", out of sight of the 'Instructor Mage'.
In the grass, Rafilia, who is in an 'optical camouflage' state, is lurking. She was the one who released the slime. She and Rafilia are in the "Optical Camouflage Cloak" after eating their underwear before coming here. She appeared at the same time as the trainees ran out and scooped up their legs as a 'dangerous puddle to touch'.
'You useless bastards. Enough, you're just a source of magic!''
The instructor mage raised his sword and shouted.
"Summon, use the magic power you have stolen from the trainees, and come to this land and devour my enemies!
It's a summoning spell! Something, a demon is coming!
At the same time Raphilia's voice echoed, the grass behind the 'Instructor Mage' shone with light.
''Come, 'Inspire Hydra'!
The ground shook.
Something big was about to rise from the trees.
'Huiiiiiiiiiiii!
A snake with multiple heads screamed.
It was about three times the size - about three times the size of an adult. If it were a goat, I would say less than four meters.
Its body is as clear as crystal. There was a sound like grass scraping the glass, and Leticia and Cutlass frowned involuntarily.
The creature rises, and it has five heads. It is shaped like a snake. It looks around with its long tongue outstretched, gyrating. And inside its head is a crimson crystal body. It is sucking up something like glowing particles from the fallen 'trainees'.
"This is──the demon that inspired the 'Hydra' ......?
I've never seen a Hydra-like creature before. Do they look so strong?
No, no, it's a zapper compared to what Master and Cecil-sama defeated.
"Summoning such a thing is a trivial enemy. Psssssst.
The voices of Leticia and Cutlass were surprised, and the voices of Rafilia and Reggie overlapped with each other...
"Oh, can you beat it with 'Chii and Sukiru'? Then it's a piece of cake!
After some convincing, Letitia and Cutlass each held their weapons at the ready.
''I've been told to use this to crush the defectors and intruders if they can't be caught. After I incapacitate you and throw you into the land of the curse, I will carefully examine you to find out who you are...
It's the Flame Arrow!
Activate. Fetra.
Raphilia's voice was heard, and the 'Arrow of Fire' flew from the empty grass.
Furthermore, Cutlass extended the spear aimed at the 'Inspire Hydra' at once. The tip of the spear flew out like a bullet and flew at the demon.
But...
Snap. Kink.
'Huh-ha, no use! I'm sure you'll be able to find out what's going on. Its skin and flesh are made from altered crystal...
It's a physical defense. They seem to recognize it as skin and flesh.
''That crystal body is absorbing magic. So we should think of it as the power source.
I told the master to go to ......, and here comes the mission.
"Then get it done! Elf girl!
Opponents with cheat skills are used to it.
After completing the analysis in the blink of an eye, Leticia's team makes their move.
Leticia and Cutlass took their weapons in hand and headed towards the 'Instructor Mage'.
And Rafilia deactivated the 'Optical Camouflage' and readied her bow.
''Abominable──are you the owner of the voice?''
We'll talk later. Activate! ''Gououkyou Kyoujutsu'' plus ''Physical Penetrator''!
(with a) whizzing sound
The five arrows released by Raphilia flew through the air.
''That magic crystal! I'm going to destroy it all at once!
'Nonsense. That thing's skin and flesh are getting harder. No one can pierce it with that arrow!
It doesn't penetrate skin and flesh, sir.
Flipping over the 'Optical Camouflage Cloak', Rafilia struck a 'cool pose'.
'Just ignore it.'
I'm not going to be able to get it right.
I'm sure you'll be pleased with the results.
I'm sure you'll be able to find out more about this.
Crack!
The crystals shattered, five at once.
"Hyahhhhhhhhhhhh!
The body of the "Inspire Hydra" fell apart.
The sound of glass shattering could be heard. It was a loud sound.
This would have echoed all the way to the seaside. Thinking that, Leticia and the others nodded to each other.
Their objective is 'to attract the attention of the people in the training hall', and that's enough of an achievement.
''Now all we have to do is get this girl to a place where she'll be safe.
Yes, sir. That's a tough one, isn't it, trainees who have escaped? Please put it on my back.
I gave the master the information about the mage. According to Cecil-sama's analysis, she has the ability to manipulate 'magic power' at will.
"You've been absorbing the magic of the trainees, haven't you? Hmmm.
Letitia held her sword towards the 'Instructor Mage'.
She lent her shoulder to the girl from Cutlass and the 'Escaped Trainee'
Raphilia takes an alert position behind Leticia as she talks to Reggie.
'I'll protect your back. Mr. Cutlass, take the child to a place of safety.''
What are you people?
'Instructor Mage,' he shouted.
''This can't be happening! As an instructor of "training" approved by the Marquis, I can't even catch the ...... escapees!
'You're so stiff! There are some things in the world that you just can't see coming!
Leticia pulled out her magic sword Leggy.
''Strengthening,'' ''Both legs,'' ''Acceleration'' - I'll capture you!
The "Instructor Mage" chants a spell and kicks the ground. Both of his legs emit light.
''It's just as Master and Cecil-sama analyzed! This guy has a 'Chiito Sukiru' that gathers magic power into a part of his body and 'strengthens' it!
Yes, sir! We'll intercept!
"Cover for you, sir. "Flame Wall!
Raphilia cries out and a burning wall is created in front of the "Instructor Mage".
But...
"'Enhanced'! resist rise, fire resistance! Focus your magic on The Sword!
The "Instructor Mage" swung his sword and cut through the "Wall of Fire".
''─Focusing the magic power on the weapon and strengthening it? You cut the magic?
Because of this ability, I have been given the job of instructor!
In addition, the "Instructor Mage" swings his sword.
With his magical sword, he obliterates the wall of fire and fleshes out Letitia.
To be a hero, you cannot fail! Prepare yourself!
You ought to at least say hello! Activate 'Forced Civility (Manners Geass)'!
Hello! I'd like to say hello to you: ────!
Leticia lightly bows to the 'Instructor Mage' who came crashing through the wall of fire.
The "Mandatory Etiquette" is to force the person who greeted you to return the greeting.
But──.
"......-o, my body returns the greeting on its own, so if ...... is ...... 'inject all magic power into the resist value increase'!
Ggggghhh. Guguuguugu.
The entire body of the 'Instructor Mage' emits light.
He stiffens with the sword in his hand. With his upper body slightly tilted, he stops.
''Resist ('Compulsory civility') (is) (is) (is) (jatte)!''
'It's the same if you can't move! Tsk!
Letitia waved the 'Magic Sword Leggy'.
''──Chi!
The 'Instructor Mage' flies backwards.
The blade of the "Magic Sword Leggy" only made a small wound on his arm.
"...... forgive me. You've injured me. I'm going to give you the ultimate in great magic!
"Not good: ...... Aristocrat girl.
The magic sword leggy trembled in Leticia's hand.
When I cut off his arm just now, I activated the Condition Changer. However, he has increased his resistance with his full magical power. That's why the roulette was full of ska. Only the weakest effect was given. ......
I'm glad it worked. And how does it work?
"Sneeze.
Let's go! I'm going to concentrate all of my remaining magic power, enlarge my right arm, destroy it, and send more explosions and black smoke into the air.
The chanting broke off and the magic power gathered by the "Instructor Mage" scattered.
"Wha-what is this──Heck!
The "Instructor Mage" clenched his mouth.
''I'm sneezing - I can't stop sneezing. My magic for this nonsense!
You mustn't chant your magic in that state.
Shut up! You all are a bunch of hooligans!
Flipping over his scarlet robe, the 'Instructor Mage' raised his arms to the heavens.
''Come on, heck! The sky is turning upside down. "Utterly ridiculous! Yes! When this happens, speak up quickly and say, 'Concentrate my residual magic power on your right arm, and use the power of destruction to give all of your enemies the power to destroy and turn them into ashes. I'm going to turn all of my enemies into ashes.
Whoa, whoa, whoa, whoa!
The magic of the "Instructor Mage" has erupted.
The incomplete chanting caused the magic power to swirl around and blow the scarlet-robed mage away.
The mage rolled on the ground and stopped after hitting the base of a tree.
''...... such ...... stupid ...... kushun.''
The "Instructor Mage" fainted as it was.
The ...... chanting (eishou) is dangerous if not done correctly, you know. Especially with giant magic.
...... I'll just tie him up for now, won't I?
"...... Later on, I'll ask the maidservant to do something about my memory.
Raphilia takes out the rope and Leticia quickly ties the mage to the tree.
'...... What in the world is ...... you guys aren't training ......, right... ...?
The girl in the "Escaped Trainee" watched the series of events in awe.
Her body has stopped trembling.
Clinging to Cutlass' back, the girl just opened her mouth.
If possible, I hope you'll put aside what just happened.
Cutlass asks the girl in The Escaped Trainee, "We're just passing through.
'We're just passing through. We helped you because you wanted to be free. That's all right, sir.
I'll drive you to safety.
Fynn comes down from the air and lines up next to the girl.
At the same time, Fynn reports to Cutlass.
The 'trainees' and people who seem to be instructors have gathered on the beach. The environment to launch the second phase of the operation is ready.
'Now it's up to Arujidono.
We're the support system, aren't we?
Cutlass and the others still have their work cut out for them.
Anyway, let's get out of here and move to a safer place.
...... Oh, what the hell are you guys doing at ......?
The girl from the 'escape trainee' asked at Cutlass' back.
'We're 'just passing through,'
Then Cutlass laughed.
'We're just doing what we want to do. I just wish the world could be a kinder place, though.
"I know, I was pushing myself too hard a while ago.
...... Really? ......?
So don't worry about it. Now, you just take your time and get some rest.
Cutlass smiles at the girl on his back.
"Calmly ...... if you can remember your name, you can tell me ...... a little bit about your situation. That alone makes you very valuable to us, you know.