"Ray-chan. I'm really sorry."

A few days later. Carol was officially coming to apologize to Ray. Carol was also responsible for all the repairs to the room, and now he was apologizing with his forehead on the ground in front of him. It is in the form of a so-called underground seat.

Did you think Carol had done too much of this barbarism on the boulder, so it looks like he's lowering his head sincerely.

……

As for Ray, I can't wipe out the fear of that time. However, I understand that Carol is not a bad person, even if she is not good at it.

The person said that his emotions had run wild because he loved him too much.

There are shameful aspects to being loved, but it's not that I don't like it. The problem is that much. It is unacceptable for Ray to go too far.

After thinking a little, he stares at Carol again, rubbing his forehead against the ground.

"I was really scared."

"Er... I'm sorry!!

"Don't do that in the future. I want you to think about the feelings of others."

"I see. Yes....."

And next to Ray, Lydia stood. I wonder if the anger has subsided yet. I'm staring at Carol.

"Listen. Carol. I stopped this attempt... but thank you for Ray's generous handling. As far as I'm concerned, Ray says it's okay. Be careful in the future. Think about the distance."

"Yes, I understand. I'm really sorry...."

Over the next few years, Carol has grown up, but no one had expected that feeling to explode again...

Far East Battle.

Finally, the war in the Far East began to be called by its name.

The Far East battle is a small-scale conflict between small nations that will not develop into a large-scale war. That was the view of the original Arnold kingdom and countries. But recently... the number of casualties from the conflict has increased dramatically.

So the Special Selection Unit, Astral, was sent to investigate, but there was one problem.

"What the hell is this?

Lydia's voice echoes indoors. But that's not the usual light voice.

It clearly contained anger.

"It's an order from above. I will not allow you to disobey me."

Henrik tells the facts indifferently. The rest of the crew are staring at the situation.

"I respect Lieutenant-Colonel Farrenheit. I am grateful that you have always led this unit. But this is... no way to forgive me!!

Dunn! I slammed my fist against the desk. The desk couldn't stand Lydia's fist and there was a huge crack in the vertical.

Her anger is understandable in terms of her behavior.

Why is Lydia so angry? That was due to a member who was summoned to the Special Selection Unit Astral.

"Ray wants to join this unit!!? Don't be ridiculous!

The fury echoes indoors. And Carol agreed.

"That's right! It's like... using Ray-chan like that!!

Everyone knew.

It's as if they took it from the beginning to use it as a soldier.

I knew he was originally a talented boy. But that's why I couldn't allow it to take the form of military use of its talents.

Lydia didn't raise Ray to be a soldier. However, the military superior's judgment did not go well.

"You knew. Such a day will come eventually. It is only natural that his presence was known and convenient. You can't avoid counting him as a fighter."

"─ ─ ─ ─!!

Lydia's fist was bleeding. My nails were swallowed because I gripped them too hard. But thanks to the bleeding, she calmed down a little.

"We've heard a long time ago that the Special Selection Unit, Astral, requires additional combat power. However, no one met the criteria. Except for him."

Henrik told me about Ray.

Abby, who had been silent until now, also opened his mouth.

"Commander, maybe I was taking Ray out before...."

"That's right. I was doing his aptitude test. Overwhelmingly exceeds all standards. Clear brain and excellent motor skills. And even that extraordinary magic. We can do magic fights. The army couldn't leave him alone."

The expression seeped with regret. Henrik knew this would happen again three years ago.

In the meantime, I wanted to do something about Ray and arrange for him to stay away from the army... but his abilities were too strong.

Even though I had been educated not to be swallowed by that talent, it was as if I had exploited my power for the army from the very beginning.

Although Lydia had no intention of doing so, she was distressed by the conflict in her heart.

What should I have done? Should I have abandoned it like that?

Even though the magic aptitude was high, without Lydia's education, Ray could be swallowed by huge talents. And it can only be taught by Lydia, who has the same talent.

But she knew that being close to Lydia would eventually lead to such a future. I've been exploring alternative paths for a long time, but the military intervened sooner than expected.

Lydia thinks.

─ ─ I don't know what was right...

Thinking like that, the sound of knocking from the door went indoors.

"I don't mind coming in."

"Excuse me."

Yes, Ray was there. He came here with a serious look through his sleeve in a bespoke uniform.

Looking at Lydia's angry atmosphere and desk tragedy, Ray could understand what was going on.

"Master, no, Captain Eins. Best Regards,"

"Ray... do you know what you're doing!!?

Stuck close.

I've coached Ray severely before, but by comparison, Lydia is now like a power of rage. Those eyes are stained with anger.

Only this time, she seems to be furious about restraining herself.

"I know."

"... do you understand!? Your readiness to become a soldier means that you are in this unit!!?

"Yes"

"... there's no way you know!!

Dunn, hit the desk again. This time, the desk was completely in half. Seeing the anger, Ray was calm.

"Ray... this unit is a special operative. This includes actual combat. Magic battle. Killing someone can be part of a mission."

"Yes, I've already received all the explanations. On top of that, I'm standing here."

"Why!? I admit you're talented! But there's no need to stain it with blood! Please understand, Ray... please understand..."

I beg you.

Slip your head down and touch Ray's body.

Lydia realizes that her powers are absolutely necessary for her defense. Perhaps one of the best fighters in the Arnold kingdom as a single sorcerer. According to the opponent, its power is rated as capable of targeting more than 1,000 enemies at once.

That's why she didn't hesitate to stain her hands with blood. For at the end of that bloodshed is the peace of the country. But it was something I was prepared to choose.

When it comes to Ray, it's like there's only one option.

As Lydia, I thought it was time to go to college and live as a normal student. Of course, I pay for my tuition myself, and I try to become a formal guardian...

That's what I was thinking. It wasn't impossible for Lydia to get angry.

"... Master. Your teachings live in you. Some of those words have been burning in my head forever."

……

Stay staring at Ray.

Ray, on the other hand, kept talking as he gazed at Lydia.

"─ ─ After all, humans can only follow their own decisions."

"That's...."

The words were sent by Lydia. No matter what someone says, no matter what they correct, they will eventually have to follow their own mind.

"I am already aware of the abnormality of my abilities. That's why I want to repay you. This unit is like a family... no, I think I'm a family. If the family consists of a country, you can fight for it. I can't just see the master's spiritual appearance anymore."

"Ray... you ─ ─"

Is that what you were thinking? I always thought I'd be a child.

At my age, I am smart and my strength as a magician comes with origami. Still, I thought it was a child... and now Ray's readiness is not a child's.

Understand.

I'm sure it's just my arrogance. Even if Ray was in such an environment, it was Ray who ultimately chose him. I realized that I was just making noise on my own.

And Lydia gently touched her cheeks.

"Ray, are you sure?

"Yes, I'm already ready."

She tells Henrik that she flips.

"Commander, I apologize for the disturbance. I apologize."

"No, it's okay. I'm not going to change my mind."

"Just..."

Tell her. She lighted up her absolute readiness and put out her words.

"I accept Ray's participation in the operation. I'm sure it'll be quite a force. However, it is unacceptable to impose an excessive burden on Ray. In that case, I will perform the task on your behalf."

Very well.

"Thank you."

Thank you.

Lydia faces Ray. She had already grown in height and didn't have to look so low to get better. Again, Lydia feels Ray's growth.

"Ray, can you train with me again?

"Of course. Master"

"Very well. I will teach you seriously from here on out. I'll teach you everything about me."

"Yes, thank you"

Finally, Ray became part of the Special Selection Unit, Astral. At the same time, the world began to move big.

The gear of fate gradually accelerates ─ ─.