Far East Battle.

Finally, the conflict in the Far East came to be known by its name. The kingdom is located in the west, so I thought I would not participate in this Far East battle. However, the situation continued in an unexpected direction.

"Nobody else gathered here this time."

In the briefing room, Henrik decided to hold an emergency meeting. All for the current Far East campaign.

"As you already know, the damage caused by the conflict in the East has grown considerably. We have already intervened several times, but the damage has spread significantly faster than then."

Lydia raises one concern about the words.

"─ ─ The Aywell Empire. You must be in the back, Commander."

The Yewell Empire. This Far East battle began with the simultaneous conflict between the smaller countries and did not involve as many Powers as the Yewell Empire. However, the higher ranks of the army were beginning to think about the speed at which the damage was spreading.

Behind the scenes, some are intentionally prolonging or expanding the war.

"... that's what the military superiors are already thinking. Therefore, the Special Selection Unit" Astral "was tasked with infiltrating the Empire."

The words told by Henrik were a surprise to everyone.

"Ray and Einsworth. I'll have these two mainly infiltrate. The rest of the members are backups."

Lydia still understands, but Abby voices her concern because she wonders what Ray will do to the boulder.

"Commander, isn't Ray too quick on the boulders?"

"The concern is legitimate. I know what Garnett said. But Ray is above all else. It's enough to be the main force in our unit. And there's something else that other members have to do. I'll leave the rest to you two."

"... okay."

If that's what they say, until then. Indeed, Ray's excellence was about to be recognized by Abby. And Lydia and Ray's combination is already perfectly equal. Rather than Abby, Ray admits it because she's better at aligning with Lydia.

Ray is good at imitating everything. The ability to support the opponent as they breathe, and the courage to deal with it calmly, even in life-threatening battles. Abby approximately valued the skill above anyone else.

"Even though there's a backup, it's Ray and the two of you...."

"Master has a lot of problems. I'm here to help."

"Ah? You're starting to sound so cheerful...?

"Oops!"

And Ray noticed that Lydia had a fist in her head. Recently, I was able to avoid it, but I still didn't think I could handle the speed at which Lydia really shakes the boulder.

Members of the Special Selection Unit Astral were also aware of it. Lydia and Ray are special. That, of course, means being a magician.

Ray's growth has been particularly impressive these days. Probably because this unit also boasts some of the best magic skills. Lydia may have been influenced by her education, but there was something he couldn't do alone.

Ray and Lydia were to infiltrate the Awell Empire first.

I see you.

"Ah, finally."

The Yewell Empire came to shake me in a carriage. A great power located just east of the kingdom. Over the past few decades, exchanges with countries have flourished and trade and other initiatives have been actively pursued. Therefore, it is not easy to break into the country itself.

But that is something that the Yewell Empire understands. Probably because they have enough power to repel even if hostile humans or organizations invade.

This country is a magical power after the Arnold kingdom. No, in fact, I haven't settled the argument as to which one is higher... The Arnold kingdom is sometimes regarded as the birthplace of magic and is regarded as the world's largest magical power, but the truth remains unknown.

You got it.

"Yes"

Lydia and Ray successfully completed the immigration screening and entered the Awell Empire. The purpose of entry is tourism and the stay is about a week. They set themselves up as cousins and passed through their huge gates safely without being asked particularly deeply.

A huge pure white exterior wall not found in the kingdom. It seems to have been set up to protect the country from foreign enemies, but it was different from what I actually saw in the rumors.

It's huge.

"Oh, I've never been here before, but it's quite something."

It is also a kind of appeal. Our country has this much power. It was true that there were aspects to it that were implicitly indicated.

"Even so, there are many people."

I see. The population is larger than ours. And this is the Imperial Capital. It's the first place to gather. It's not impossible. "

As they speak, they move forward. Lydia said we should start by securing a place to stay, and we'll go through the Imperial Capital together.

The brick building is well paved. The Arnold kingdom is well advanced in terms of infrastructure, but the Eiwell Empire is equal to or greater than that.

From Ray's subjective feelings, this place seems to be more advanced than the kingdom... that's what I thought.

The people of the city are examining the goods at the shops open on this main street. It was a country full of laughter.

Approximately, if you look at this scene alone, you will think of it as a peaceful country. That's why I don't think I'm in the Far East.

"Ray, what's going on?

She stopped and called out to Ray, who was staring at the sight.

This is the first time Ray has come outside the kingdom. He doesn't remember his past so clearly in the first place. However, there was a sense of pre-vision in this scenery.

It feels like I saw it somewhere... like that.

But I'm sure it's because of my mind, and I'll answer Lydia right away.

"No, nothing."

He went after Lydia and disappeared into the crowd.

"Ray, I'm going to go through the hotel process. Wait for me."

"Yes"

They decided to stay in the most famous inn in the Imperial Capital. Currently, there are various relationships with different times, and there were many people in the inn.

And while Lydia was in the process, Ray sat stunned in the back seat and watched the baggage. Nothing in particular, but no time to do anything.

"Ah...."

When I was thumping, I saw a girl fall flashy in front of me. Ray was rushing out as soon as he hit the ground.

And he took over the little girl's body.

"Are you okay?

"Eh, eh... thank you. Because I really thought I fell."

"No, thank you for being safe."

The girl is wearing a bright red dress with silver hair flowing smoothly. However, she seems to be wearing a hat deeply, and overall she doesn't see much of her face.

"Thank you again. Thank you for your help."

Lifting her skirt lightly, she thanked her.

"No, I don't. I did what was right."

When she did, Lydia called out that she had taken the room. Ray immediately grabs his luggage and tries to move.

Well then, I'll do it myself.

"Yeah. See you later, Ray."

The moment Ray told me... I turned around. I shouldn't have told you my name. But she did say her name was Ray.

Standing alone in the noise. It was as if world time had stopped.

Who was the girl now? Was it just a daydream?

It was too realistic for that... Ray thinks, but soon Lydia will call me, so I switch my mind.

"Ray, let's go!

"Yes"

What impact will this encounter have later?