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Mira had the map of the laboratory and was heading down the hallway to the "Water Control Technology Comprehensive Research and Development Department".
After you've seen this, let's go to the infrastructure technology department next.
And, today is also the time when I was planning to enjoy it to the full until the next time.
Is something wrong? In the hallway, a group of people dressed in majestic gear rushed in.
"Hurry, hurry, let's go!"
"Don't be late, I'll leave you!"
Would ──it be better to call it a reinforced garment rather than an armor? Those who wore the near future tic protectors were hurrying up and carrying the equipment.
(Somehow, it's an atmosphere that's not just a thing.)
Everyone passing through was fully armed and weighed with weapons that could tell that everything was of the highest class.
Just by looking at it, it's a group with a tremendous amount of power.
(Hmm... maybe these guys are the demon crusaders we talked about yesterday?)
Mira suddenly remembered what Mike and I had talked about.
The true rumor of the city was the devil's leap. When we were having this conversation, she was saying that she had a specialist department.
And the group that passes in front of me will certainly be able to fight enough demons from their armament.
And what bothers me so much is what such a group is in such a hurry to do.
By the way, something has happened that would make it the turn of the specialist department.
I'm sorry to keep you busy, but can I help you?
Thinking of it, Mira called out to the one who was on the verge of passing by. The question is simply, "What happened?" That's what it was. "
"Oh, there's a ghost ship again!"
The man who stopped said such an answer with a serious but boyish face.
"Ghost ship... don't!?"
Perhaps the devil did evil somewhere. Mira, who had such anticipation, was relieved that it wasn't, but she was stunned by the impossible reason.
The word "ghost ship" I heard in a rumor yesterday. Sometimes it has reappeared in this place, but after all, these armed groups are rushing out in such a hurry for such a reason.
So what kind of a group are these fussy lords?
It was not a major incident, but a group of demons and even Raid-class demon beasts who were about to launch an emergency operation to follow the rumors.
Mira, who was surprised at the fall, asked with unusual interest at the same time.
The answer was, "We're the hottest ghost ship surveyors ever! That's what it was."
According to him, it was the first time in a long time that we got sightings, so we were getting ready and heading for an investigation.
It was also said that the survey was scheduled for about two or three days.
"Huh! Then why don't you take me with you?" There's plenty of means to defend yourself, so you can't just stand it! ”
The Ghost Ship. Mira, who was curious to hear it from Mike, had not spoken a word or two like that.
A ghost ship whose identity is still unknown, even with the skill of this committee. But these people don't seem to have given up on their pursuit at all. "Come on, let's go!" ”The eyes of those who rushed through were full of curiosity and motivation.
Unstoppable in their pursuit of urban legends, romance and mystery, they shine as if they were chanting youth.
That's why Mira was inspired too.
Plus, now that we have a decision to wait for three or four days, it shouldn't matter if we're chasing a ghost ship for a couple of days. Even if it takes a long time, there are a number of ways to get home.
However, from the looks of it, the group is an elite team. It was also true that it was not so easy to intersect there.
It's just a means── of self-defense, huh?
Of course, it's not easy enough to take them with you. The man tried to answer that question.
However, she looked at Mira's figure and noticed something. She swallowed the words, "You can't take her with you."
Are you perhaps the spirit queen who came yesterday?
Having confirmed the characteristics of Mira's appearance, he spoke such words instead. Besides, he looked like he was expecting something.
There was no doubt that there was some interest in the Spirit Queen. Mira, who saw through it, was a little proud and replied, "Um, these days, such a way of being called has become entrenched."
"I knew it! Yeah, I see..." Are you sure you were a summoning magician? Well, then.──
The man who laughed at this in an interesting manner said one question after some thought. The content was about what kind of summoning magic related to the sea could be used.
"Hmm, so much so that..." When it comes to the ocean, that's right. First of all, it's the Spirit of Water. I also had a Selkie. After that, the Great Sword King Tortoise. If the ship is empty, you can ride on its back. "
When it comes to ghost ships, of course, the sea. I'm sure you'll be able to accompany me if you know that you can do well in the ocean.
Compared to land, Mira claimed to be elite.
And then, as to whether such a confident attitude had borne fruit, the man nodded, "It certainly seems very helpful," and promised to tell the leader to acknowledge Mira's accompaniment.
This is another fine sailboat!
Running down the hallway with a man was a huge sailboat docked in a large port.
A dedicated research vessel prepared to pursue the Ghost Ship. At first glance, it was the ship itself that was pushing through the ocean plains during the Great Navigation.
But, as the man said, the contents are completely different.
Since it is loaded with magic engines developed by magic engineering, it is a sailboat that can sail quickly even without wind.
In addition, it has several warships and bright blue weapons, so even if they encounter large monsters, they can afford to fight back.
In addition to radar and communication equipment, it is also equipped with various enemy detection functions. It seems to be much more comfortable than any other ship because it is constructed thoroughly in the living space.
Fully packed with the latest technology, it's better to have a fortress floating in the sea than a boat.
But it still looks like a big old sailboat. When asked about that point, the man replied that he could not defeat the Ghost Ship.
All of the testimonies about the Ghost Ship were pirate ships that exhibited a great and overwhelming sense of intimidation.
That's why it is said that this survey ship was completed after finishing it to the best condition while matching the stage of the opponent so that we can compete when we encounter it.
He said it wasn't romantic to challenge a classic classic car with a modern electric car.
That said, I can't say that given the convenience. That's why I thought about at least doing the same thing on the other side. That's it.
"Hmm, I don't know, I don't know..."
I understand what you're trying to say. But where is the meaning of confronting a ghost ship?
As a result, Mira truncated herself without knowing and forced the man to go to the leader earlier than that.
"──You mean comrade." Then we welcome you! "
That was the word that came back from the leader of the Ghost Ship Survey.
I tried to negotiate with the leader by giving him persuasive materials such as whether I could accompany him or help him with his summoning spells. The leader said, "Is a ghost ship romantic? When asked," I'm a romantic! "" When I answered vigorously, it was just an instant.
In addition, a man named── Morley who promised to accompany Mira told me that the leader was passionate.
Therefore, it was decided to embark the ship without romance. Recently, it was introduced after others confirmed some suitability.
”Hmm... a leader who has a centripetal power, but who can support it is a must”
"That's right, that's how it is." That's why there are four deputy officers to adjust those details, and rules like those were made just now so that they wouldn't get in the way. But if we just do something about it, Captain Astro will be the ideal captain. ”
Astro, that was the leader's name.
It's a hot-blooded temperament, and somewhere around Rastrada and the horses seem to match.
Thirty-four members of the Ghost Ship Survey Team were led by Astro. Most of them were hobbyists chasing romance and mystery, and this survey was also close to circle activities rather than work.
However, this is the laboratory of this committee. And above all, adults who are serious about their hobbies sometimes exhibit a higher potential than they do at work. If you look at it, you'll be even more grown-up.
As a result, the ghost ship survey team's equipment and equipment were up to date, and the morale of its members was also very high.
Once ready, the research vessel leaves the laboratory port and sails to investigate the ghost ship.
Along the way, Mira remembered that she forgot to tell Mike and the others that she would be out for a few days.
However, it is a fully equipped survey vessel. Communication was completed immediately because the communication device was placed as it should be.
At that time, Mike protested, "I didn't hear anything about it!?"
She likes it so much that she recreates urban legends. Of course, he was part of the Ghost Ship Survey.
However, this time, I was in a hurry to make the equipment for the special production request── Mira, so I didn't ask to be disturbed, it was Astro's words.
And Mike left a curse saying that when he turned off the communication, it would definitely end without results as usual this time.
"Hmm, at that distance."
I'm sorry for Mike, but Mira was motivated to fully chase romance. Now, in front of the nautical chart in the steering room, confirm the location of the sea area where the sighting testimony was given.
Target point is southwest of here. At a distance of about 800 kilometers.
Exactly around the southern tip of Cadia Smite Island. Opposite the north end of the laboratory. It was where the rumored Ghost Ship originated.
It's going to take quite a while, though.──
Mira shifted her gaze out of the window from the chart, and while looking at the scenery that seemed somewhat relaxed, she uttered such words.
In the distant view, what is visible in the distance seems to be immobile, but even so, the speed of the survey ship will be less than 20 kilometers per hour, due to the situation on Kadiasmite Island, which is gradually moving away.
At this rate, it will take more than forty hours to get to the scene.
But as you know, this ship is very different from just a ship. When Mira looked at Astro as if she were expecting him, he said, "I don't want this ship with every ship in the world!" and laughed, "Come on, let's go full speed!” he exclaimed.
Eyes!
Again, the sailors answer with an answer.
So, what are you going to do? The sails that had been subjected to the wind were folded from one sail to the next. And as the crew operates the lever, the full contents of the lever will gradually become clear.
The roar was as if it was coming up from the bottom. A mechanical sound that gradually raises the tone. A vibration in which one or two gears engage.
Yes, just because it looks like a sailboat, its sails are like decorations. The main power of this survey ship is the latest magic-engineered engine.
"Oh, this is so refreshing!"
If the engine exits the steering chamber to the deck, the performance of the engine can be better understood.
The wind blowing from the front was severe, and when I dropped my gaze from the abyss of the deck to the surface of the water, I saw the bow of the ship cut through the waves lavishly.
“It's a specially developed engine. If it's a place connected by the sea, you can go anywhere."
Molly came out with a confident face, as if she was somehow herself. According to him, this specially made engine allowed him to run across the ocean plains at a speed of nearly 60 kilometers per hour.
I was even proud to say that if they were connected by sea, they would be able to rush everywhere quickly.
"Oh, that's amazing!"
At a time like this, I usually say, 'With summoning magic, you can go anywhere from the sky quickly!' But this time Mira didn't say anything wild. Instead, they give praise to Molly and the others who are chasing the romantic.
However, in my heart, I didn't grow up to be proud of winning "Well, if you're serious, you can't afford more than a hundred kilometers".