On that day, Lenore lurked in an abandoned factory in the city of Eubasullah.

At this point, checkpoints are being laid at the entrances and exits of each city.Meltina suggested using a snowy waterway to snorkel through it.Well, it's a means to get everyone's attention.

In the future, this exit will be mainstreamed.

So she's been out in the city for the last few days making a map to show the location of the drain in the canal.Complete this and make it safe to move between cities.

This city is close to the imperial capital, Istenrich, and has a small number of soldiers.If anything happens, we're supposed to try to escape ourselves.Now, there were some dangers that had to be recognized and acted upon.

I have more time to act differently, but don't worry about Meltina.

Disguise well and be socially bright unlike yourself.You can pretend to be someone else.Recently, I have never been noticed even if I went to buy it.If you were soldiers, you'd feel like you've suddenly lost sight of Meltina.

This situation has been going on for a while.



Should it be a matter of course? When Lenore went out to buy it, he noticed that the soldiers were watching us in the distance.

(sooner than I expected... this is how far I can stay in this city.)

Due to the nature of this city as an industrial city, merchants' carriages also come and go very often.

Since it would take a great deal of time to carry out the inspection, it had not yet been introduced and had been put forward.Then you can escape using a carriage.

(A lot of people... preferably want to escape before they're surrounded)

Silver armor visible between buildings and plumbing.

Lenore escapes the city immediately.

I planned to stay in an accommodation that I had agreed to in advance, but if I was unable to rendezvous after the time limit, I would assume that something unexpected had happened and I would be moving to another city in separate actions.

"Ku"

― ― In conclusion, it was an unprecedented chase.

These soldiers didn't come in a hurry to find Lenore.I discovered it beforehand and kept watching.A siege net with enough people to think so.

A considerable number of players are in command.Even such a person knows or does not know the truth... they are trying to capture Lenore.

Nevertheless, we defeat the confronted soldiers, shake them off, and keep running - we get there.

The roof of the carriage union, which has seen a gentle uphill.The only thing left is the straight path that leads there.

Its length is less than fifty miles.As long as we cut through here and exit the main street, the rest will be fine.

But - the only road is the turning point that determines fate.

A dark path that splits between buildings.I can't see from here, but there are many more similar paths leading to it.There is no better place to ambush.

Above his head are thick and sturdy pipes crawling like roofs.Communicating these as scaffolding makes it easy to ambush from above.Rather, nothing can happen in this environment.

Nevertheless, there is no exit to Lenore now.We have no choice but to break through here with our bellies in our bellies.

"... okay"

Techniques, physical traps, and assassins.

Assuming everything that could be thought of, the chased girl ran away.

Even if Svorne shows up, he decides to be positively prepared.The proud and long-written brother.You might be able to surprise your nose pillar, which is dripping loosely on your front mouth, and escape lightly.

Prepare positively and gain momentum for running.Thirty miles to the main street. No ambushes yet.

"You look good on your hair, Lenore."

Throwed, it was an unexpected voice.

It wasn't supposed to be, it was a voice.

――――――

It was a completely unexpected event, prepared for all disruptions.

The leg that was kicking the ground with its big crotch stopped to wrap.I forgot my position, I forgot even the situation, Lenore just stood there stunned.

Stand in front of the person who appeared in a way that blocked his way.

You can't be here.For a moment from that preconception, I thought it was someone else.I tried to.

But there's no doubt about it.

I suppose because I have come to a distant northern country.Susceptible to the cold, she was as thick as she had ever seen.A beauty that looks so wild but doesn't even show signs of being compromised.

Long, thin, ice-colored "Ice Blue" eyes.Beautiful blue hair stretched to the waist.

It's not a mistake. It's not a mistake.

There was one of my best friends who had spent two years in college together.

"... Be, Le"

His nickname, Lenore, was stunned.

I didn't think anything would rock anymore.

Somehow we can settle this whole country with Meltina.

Yes, I should have consolidated my will.

Even though it is.

"... what are you doing here?"

I don't even think about it. I can't possibly.Why... why is Bergrette, who is supposed to be at Raindeer's... Middle Academy here?

"Why... are you so sure? I'm here to pick you up.How many days do you think it's been since the new year started? "

"Son, nnh...!"

With your usual face. What are you saying in the wrong place?

Certainly, you will be suspicious that you will not return to the Academy for long.

But with that, from Raindeer to this Badalnois...

"What is it, Lenore? Even you are such a jerk."

Along with those words, they emerged from the alley on the other side.

"... Ed, Vin"

Middle College's "Rabbit" and the famous bad boy.Still a very emotional young man.

"Oh, don't get me wrong.I didn't come all this way to get you back.It just so happens that you're going to Halschwart, and then you're kind of doing Udauda.That's why... and then... "

"Why are you acting like such a fucking tundelle, Edwin?"

And finally, the voice I heard from behind.

"......! Until you...!"

"Hello, Lenore. Long time no see."

Looking back at Lenore, he raised his hand as easily as he did at the academy.

"You know, I promised you before.If anything seems to be going on in Lenore, I'll get into the country and bring him back.That's why I actually came like this. "

"... uhh! That's not true...!"

Remember, a very unlikely verbal promise made in a casual conversation.

"I can't believe I'm really coming...! Do you understand the current situation...!?"

It was always a habit of Lenore, a conversation that took place between breaths.If you open your mouth so aggressively, you won't get the guidelines yourself.Only feelings precede and follow.

Bergrette responded quietly to the narrowed voice.

"I know, I know what you're being arranged for, I know what's happening..."

Everything, then.

They will believe in their innocence.He understands. I'm sure you'll be on my side.It seems that only three of them have come here.Diegos and Mia didn't show up.However, it would be pleasant if the three of us were on our side.

"Then....!"

As I was about to say, Lenore noticed.

Shadow of the building. Corner of the aisle.On the plumbing. Some kind of sign of breathing in there.I don't even have to think about who it is.

"... bell.... I have one question for you."

What is it?

Returned to the bottom of the abyss, thinking a little light had shined.

"... I asked the Badalnois army to help me."

"Inverse"

It wasn't Bergrette who answered immediately.

From the side alley emerged a big man with a tight figure.

"General Bendism....!"

Who knows? The famous general of Badalnois.Though it is not the Mage who boasts outstanding strength like Mertina and Svoorn, it is a war veteran who calls for victory with elaborate strategies, mastery, and a steady stand.

"Badarnois, who was so worried about his runaway granddaughter, fell down and prayed for their help."

……

Again, as a strategist who can deploy the siege network to this point, I am no longer qualified.

But what is the situation?

Even a wise man like him has been danced and used by this false arrangement....

"We're not trying to capture you by force either.I want to be calm if possible. "

"... I want to say that the gentle tactics and tricks are 'persuasion' by the Bells."

Well, that's going to happen.

And... even Bergrette.

Even those who could call themselves friends, but never wanted to get involved in this kind of situation...

I don't know the details. But I can easily imagine.

I went all the way to this Badalnois to see a classmate who would never return to college.So I learned the fact that Lenore was being arranged as a prize neck.And to stop the "guilty friend", work with soldiers and the royal palace...It wouldn't be far without hitting it, or something like that.

"Lenore, I'll do my best.May you be pardoned.That's why... "

As a result, even that Bergrette was' put on '.

"Where is Mertina Snow?"

With the words of General Bendism, his calm... readiness returns.

For example, some of the soldiers who are surrounding Lenore right now may have a connection to that thing.

No, it's the enemy that's going to make this happen.There can be no doubt in the labor force chasing Lenore.

That would put Bergrette and the others in danger.

They'll be on our side.Believes in yourself. Fight with me.

That's why.

... we can't get into any more of this. Never.

For fighting enemies you don't know or have no guarantee of winning.

"Go home."

I have to go.

Go back to Raindell now.

Whatever.

Keep these people safe. Go to Raindeer.

"Les, nore...?"

My chest tingles and aches as Bergrette looks stunned.

I really want to rely on you. I need your help.

But more than that.

"... the prospect is sweet, General Bendism.... you think if you convince them, they'll catch me?... even though Kirin is said to be inferior to a horse when he's old. "

Dare to throw a provocative crossword.The soldiers around me are very upset.

"Hmm... you can tell me."

The humiliated Bendism laughs back without moving.

It's only natural to afford it. Only one Lenore.Soldiers surrounding us. That's the overwhelming advantage.

"Then what are we going to do from here, Lord 'Frozen Snow Storm' Ventisca '?I'd really like you to teach the old, dull elementary school boy. "

Lenore laughed with her nose at the bendism that responded to the provocation with rudeness.You don't have to deal with them.

"... bell, just say it again.... both of them."

What we need to do now is

"... I spent a while at the same academy, and I'll miss it.... go back to Raindell now. "

Return them safely to Raindeer no matter what.

What you need to do is

"... hey, what the fuck are you talking about?What do you mean, "I'll miss it", Cora?What are you talking about, Ola? "

Thoroughly, 'throw them out'.

If you let Bergrette and the others make a friendly gesture here, you could be noticed by enemies lurking somewhere.

That increases the risk that they will be used.Worst case scenario, you could be taken hostage.That's all you have to avoid.You can't put irrelevant people in danger.I definitely don't want it to happen.

That's why

"... if you don't go home... I'll kill you right now"

So...

Throw it out thoroughly.

Even if you spit out words you don't want to say, even if you don't think about it, even if you're wrong.

Don't let them be used any more.Don't put yourself in danger.

――――――――

Lenore's chest suddenly complained of a strong pain in his stunned Bergrette expression.Never put it on the table, though.Don't let your enemies realize that they are important to you.

"... the three of them seem to be out of line to persuade me.... if anything, I can prove it myself. "

Spit out words that don't bother you. Pretend calm.

The enemy will be mistaken in the army.

For Lenore, Bergrette and the others said, "Nothing."

And so did Bergrette himself.

Lenore was such a terrible guy.Now I want you to cut yourself loose and get back to Raindell.That way, I won't have to go out with this stupid thing anymore.

"-Oh, don't get on your nerves, you cheeky bitch."

He responded first.

"Mad Dog" by Edvin Gaul, with an unhidden expression of anger.

He summoned a vermilion current into his arm and threw it in a straight line towards Lenore. Too stupid.

I am grateful for his intuitive character at this time.If you really look angry, it should be clear to your enemies that the rivalry and rift between them is clear....

Orah!

As if he were a weapon, the arm of flame waves as he leans forward.

Stay the same, fully open without the back. It seems to be him.

Lenore skipped Edwin's blow with a slight backwards turn, quickly kicking off one of his legs, which was flabbergasted by underdevelopment.

Remember it like it was a long time ago.It was always like this in school simulations.

"Ugh...!"

After shaking in the sky, Edwin, who had been paid for his feet, collapsed with the momentum to keep turning forward.

Ugh!



It's not just Lenore. Bergrette was also eye-catching and surprised at the protection.

Edvin threw his back fist as he twisted his body.A swinging blow from the bottom to the top.Too much force, too much forced behavior.

Ugh!

With that, Lenore's cheek shaking his neck, his fist... scratches the remnants of the flame.

A completely unexpected blow.

(Hot....)

But yes, Edwin has been working hard ever since he met with a current-protector.Continue your training on your own.The slight tingling on this cheek is the result of that effort.That he is growing up too.

Having chased him from his reckless posture, Edwin now fell on his back, swinging in the sky.

(... yeah, that was a good shot)

I want you to keep up the good work.... I can't watch him grow anymore.

"― ―" Blizzard, Snow Fairy (Welz Schnaze) ""

Raise a blizzard.

Edwin, who was lying at his feet, took a direct hit and blew up.It may hurt a little, but I want you to bear with it.

Lenore jumped into the alley near the gap, stripping the party of sight with a flashy dazzle.

It was impossible to escape beyond the siege.

Soldiers capture me quickly and fill me up quickly.

Wow.

Gua!

One or two attackers in a rush.The ice bullets struck directly, and they rolled on the spot, spraying snow and smoke.

But there are a lot of them. After all, we're surrounded again.

Slightly wider corridor. Five in front and five in back.

Behind them comes a shadow of calm steps.



Black hair and black eyes. A boy in plain costume.Because he is wearing thick clothes, his characteristic forged flesh is hidden under his clothes.This shows a bit of plain civilian youth.At the very least, no one thinks that a warrior has crushed a confronting enemy equally with his fist.

"Hey, Mr. Lenore."

In the instant air, the boy - with the current protection - calls out in a completely normal tone.I'm trying to convince him.

Mia was worried.

In that name, Lenore felt the impact of being caught by an eagle in his heart.

No, don't be upset. Stay out of the way.Don't be understood. Patience.

"It was hard to get out of there.Mia says, "I'm coming too!I didn't ask. "Don't waste it on your kids anymore. "

Oh, that sounds exactly like him.

"At the end of the day," I don't care what happens to me if Lenore is safe!Say '. That's when Belko got angry and slapped her in the cheek saying, "Don't say that."

I can see the sight in my eyes.

Don't put it on your face. Don't be shaken.If you react here, there's no point.We can't let our enemies find out who they are.

"... it's none of my business."

I think I spit out words instead of blood.But while pushing it and killing it, Lenore said so.

Self blame swirls around your chest.It looks like my chewed teeth will break.

I'm sorry, Mia.

It doesn't matter, does it?You made me feel that way because of me.

Am I acting cold?

Are you standing around as an ice woman like the attributes you were born with?

"... well, there it is."

In response to the words that I tried to squeeze out, Yufu smiled halfway... but he clutched his fist tightly.

"Let me ask you a few questions about Lenore's attitude."

With the quiet anger of the godsend, Lenore was relieved.

Success. Angry. The fact that you were angry meant that you didn't realize the true nature of Lenore.It's worth pretending to be rude.

"Lugo!"

And there, Bergrette caught up from behind.

Soldiers came one after another from the other trails.There were two men and women who thought they were mercenaries or adventurers.Edwin, who was blown away earlier, also came holding his shoulders.

In addition, it appears that the corner of this place has become an abandoned factory, with soldiers on top of pipes that extend endlessly vertically and horizontally from the second floor.

In total, it will be around thirty people.

As a result, the number of people who preferentially exceeded the number mentioned earlier surrounded Lenore.

Don't give up.

General Bendism, who has caught up with him at a slow pace, seeps a dazzling emotion.

... in fact, the situation was terrible.There is no escape anymore.

(So far, so...)

All I have to do is pray that Mertina will unconsciously escape in this gap.I'm sure she can fight alone.Rather, even if you were there, you could get your feet together.

If there is any danger, I have decided in advance to escape by myself.To expose the shadows lurking in this country and remove the threat.Meltina wasn't quite convinced.

(Mel... don't wake me up when I get caught.The enemy is after you.If you... if you're the hero Mertina Snow, you'll be alone...)

Looking at the cloudy sky, she sighed a little.

"... that's enough"

I did everything I could.I'm sick of being chased around like this.

It was a word that came out of such thoughts.

Besides, if we get caught here, at least Bergrette and the others will return home in peace.Their goal is to bring them back.Whether that happens or not, if the noise subsides, there is no reason for the Bergrette family to remain in Badalnois.

--If you decide otherwise. All you have to do is play the bad guy.Don't be unnatural.

Lenore fires an ice bullet technique.

"Lenore...!"

Bergrette cuts this out with a sharp sword.

No doubt. In the past few months, her swordsmanship has grown into stages.It would be the result of an untiring effort on the part of this serious girl.

Let's finish this mess.

On the other hand, the boy shakes his neck sideways without suffering.

I can't wait to be treated as an easy shot.But that's fine. With that strength, I want you to keep everyone safe.

At the same time, they ran towards Lenore.

The ice and snow girl also stood up and made a clear intention to intercept.

Stream Guard and Bergrette approached each other from left to right in a way that intercepted them.When I put these two together at the same time, I won't have five seconds to say I really stood up to them.

(That's it?)

It was just after I secretly fell asleep.

My eyes were dyed white.



The first thing I felt was a faint earthquake.A snowstorm that occurs almost simultaneously.And then he stood up to protect Lenore.

"Brr...."

The magnificent person who followed the powdered snow.

"--- I won't let Len do it."

It was the voice of a tall woman who was accustomed to hearing.

Everyone on the spot had a clear vision.Its appearance, as if it had descended. Look at him.

"Mel, what are you doing...."

And Lenore stood before him, and called unto his back,

"You're out, Meltina Snow...!"

General Bendism, standing behind the formation, lowered his name.

He jumps on the platform of a running carriage and breathes for a moment.

……

With Mertina's rush, Lenore was saved almost instantly.

But going through your head is more important than your own crisis today.

"I'm surprised. A friend of the academy?"

The voice of gentle Mertina.

When she nods silently, she peeks at a bad smile.

"I know you're not hurt... but I think you did something wrong."

Nevertheless, you wouldn't have been able to cut through without it.Especially when it comes to "Boxing" and "Rackels".After all, he is not unusual.This is the first time someone has woken up instantly after being shot by Mertina.

And then...

"Well, that's the Bell girl.I see, as I was told, you look beautiful and brilliant. "

While soothing his expression.

"... and... what a power of action. You've come to this country for Len."

Really. I never thought I'd come this far.

Outside the window, the scenery is blurring.

"... I don't want to get involved..."

The voice of Lenore, who somehow vomited, trembled shamefully.

"... I definitely don't want to get Belle into this..."

Meltina hugs her shoulders.

"... Mel... what should I do?"

Even a hero couldn't find the answer right away.I was just holding my arms in my arms.