episode_0047

– Splash!

What started as small droplets soon turned into heavy raindrops.

The clear sky was now filled with clouds, and the shining sun no longer illuminated our surroundings.

The weather quickly turned gloomy, and the rain pouring from the sky began to drench everyone on the streets.

As the car made its way through the rain towards the academy, Elisha spoke up.

“But, Bern…! Is the castle gate okay..!! The explosion seemed quite big..!! Could it be that the gate has been destroyed?”

“I don’t know. But, it should be fine. Even if the castle gate is destroyed, there’s the barrier.”

The barrier.

The barrier surrounding this academy city is constructed through various mediums.

Whether in the original world or this one, it has never been breached.

If the barrier were to crumble, it would mean the end of a record that has never been broken before.

But even if the barrier were to break…

“…”

It’s okay, even if the barrier breaks.

He went in that direction.

So, I need to think about something else.

What are the Requiem guys after?

I have some guesses, although they lack confirmation.

Where did I get such information from already?

Quite intriguing, isn’t it?

It feels like treading a completely new path.

Although only a handful of people at the academy know.

There exist books left by sages underground in this academy.

Yes, the last book written by the sage who founded this academy.

Anyway, Requiem must be targeting that book.

Though an item one cannot obtain directly, those who dissected the clues mentioned.

It was described as ‘a book containing all the truths of this world.’

While it was an item you couldn’t see or acquire in the game directly.

It was definitely a real item.

“Hah, such information unraveling so soon. Quite perplexing, isn’t it?”

Regardless, with attention now focused on the castle gate.

They must be sneaking into the academy to steal something.

However, what they were looking for might have already been taken.

No, that wouldn’t be the case.

Users who barely discovered the item through struggles wouldn’t find it so easily.

Even if they managed to sneak underground, they probably didn’t find the item.

Nevertheless, a book containing all the truths of the world.

Sounds more dangerous than a devil’s manuscript.

“Elisha, let’s hurry to the academy…”

– Ber, Bern!

Just as she was about to speak to Elisha, someone’s shout interrupted her.

Such a loud voice in this chaotic street.

Who could it be?

Turning around, someone was rapidly approaching.

Even amidst the falling rain, their distinct pink hair and blue eyes were clearly visible.

Carrying a white bag in one hand, the person running towards them was…

“Ellin?”

….

Today, for some reason, the academy seems deserted.

On a day like today, I’d like to meet Bern and have a chat…

But Bern has been elusive lately.

According to rumors, he’s been following around a certain female student…

That doesn’t seem like Bern.

It hasn’t been long since I met Bern, but I know.

He’s not the type to pursue women.

Bern may struggle to express emotions, but he’s incredibly affectionate.

I know this better than anyone else.

So, these rumors circulating…

Probably spread due to helping the rumored female student.

And if Bern did show interest in a woman…

With such a beautiful fiancée by his side, there’s no reason for him to stray.

Honestly, I’ve never seen such a stunning person before.

Skin as white as snow, radiant silver hair, and features so perfectly sculpted that even if she were the same woman as Elisa, it would leave one in awe…

Compared to such Elisa, I am…

With my pink hair that invites ridicule, timid personality, and lack of talent…

Though the rain stopped a while ago, my heart still feels heavy.

Just thinking strangely makes me feel gloomy.

-Thwack!

To snap out of it, I slapped my cheeks hard.

“Sigh, no use dwelling on these thoughts. Nothing will change. Let’s take a walk and clear our head.”

Yeah, Bern isn’t avoiding me either.

It’s probably better to take a walk and clear my head.

So, I decided to go outside for a snack.

-Boom!

A massive explosion erupted from the direction of the castle gate.

“What… What’s happening..!”

That insane cult, Requiem, was it?

Are they causing trouble there?

I heard they switched their target from the mainland to the academy.

Isn’t that too serious?

“Should I go back to the dorm?!”

But there must be many people near the castle gate..!

What if someone got hurt..!

How did he handle it?

He lifted me up when I couldn’t move properly due to injuries.

He didn’t treat me like a burden.

He treated me kindly, despite being a commoner.

He listened to me silently.

Even though it must have been exhausting to carry me around all day, he went to rescue people.

What would Bern do?

-Thud, thud

Standing helplessly on the street.

Something fell on my shoulder.

Droplets, thick droplets started falling from the sky.

The raindrops increased in number as the sky darkened, and soon it began to pour.

-Shhhhhh

Rain falling endlessly as if there were holes in the sky.

As I gazed up at the darkened sky, a familiar scent passed by me.

I can’t describe it exactly, but it was a warm and comforting smell.

Being more sensitive to smells than others, I could tell.

This is Bern.

….

“Bern..!!”

“Ellin, huh. How did you get here.”

“Well, I smelled something… and followed it. But, Bern, what’s on your face? Are you hurt..?”

Smell?

What smell are they talking about?

Do I smell bad?

I’m sure I showered and slept well yesterday.

“Anyway, Bern!! There was a huge explosion over there..!!”

“I know.”

“Then let’s go to the castle gate and help evacuate people!”

“No, we’re heading to the academy.”

“Ellin, we don’t have time for this now. We need to get to the academy as soon as possible.”

“W-what are you talking about?”

“Even if the castle gate is destroyed, as long as the barrier remains, we’ll be fine.”

“But still, with that kind of explosion, people might have gotten hurt! We should go help..!”

“Even if the Requiem guys came in, it should be fine. Someone trustworthy went over there.”

“A trustworthy person…?”

Yeah, I saw Ian heading towards the castle gate where the explosion happened.

So even if the Requiem guys came in.

That guy will take care of it.

The protagonist is strong.

So let’s leave that to the protagonist and do what we can do.

….

An explosion.

Is it related to that girl I saw last time?

Requiem, was it called?

A cult terrorist group.

By the way, that direction leads to the castle gate.

It feels unpleasant.

I knew they were a terrorist group, but aren’t they too blatantly luring us in?

It seems obvious that they are drawing attention with the explosion.

-Thud

Raindrops start falling on my head one by one.

“It’s raining.”

Let’s not worry; this academy city has its share of skilled individuals.

Even if there was an explosion, they would have handled it well.

And by now, the academy would have sent people too.

Hmm, the academy sending people.

It feels unsettling.

Let’s just go back to the dorm.

This academy is known as the world’s best academy.

The security must be tight.

Oh well, why am I worrying about anyone.

Although I’ve found someone intriguing lately, I’m still fed up with this place.

What, suddenly making a soul oath.

Even though joining the club and talking to people after a long time wasn’t that bad.

Still, what annoys me is annoying.

Everything is bothersome and irritating.

Well, I’m intrigued by that black-haired guy.

Should I hold back from killing them all?

Even if I’m half-demon, in the end, I’m a demon.

It’s annoying when someone treats me like a human despite knowing I’m a monster who feeds on blood.

It wouldn’t hurt to observe a little longer.

Anyway, I can’t die because of the oath.

Ugh, why did I write the oath like that back then?

I regret it even now.

As I’m regretting what has passed, I see a familiar figure in front of me.

A guy with black hair and black eyes.

The guy who has been bothering me lately appears in front of me.

….

“Luna, huh.”

What day is it today?

It’s not easy for us all to meet like this.

“What are you guys up to?”

“We’re heading to the academy right now.”

“No, that’s not it. Why is there another girl with you? Weren’t you two on a date?”

“Bern? I was on a date with Elisha…”

“W-what are you saying? Ellen…!! And you with black hair, what are you talking about? We were just shopping for clothes with Bern… and eating… together…”

“That’s a date. What else would it be if not a date?”

“S-so… recently, Bern has been avoiding me…”

“That’s not the issue. We need to go to the academy quickly. Requiem is targeting the academy right now. They are looting vacant houses.”

“Bern, didn’t you break up with Elisha…? That’s why you were avoiding me?”

“This guy is completely clueless. Tsk tsk. He’s really trying to hit rock bottom. Poor pink-haired girl.”

“No, black hair! What are you talking about! And Ellen, this is a misunderstanding. Misunderstanding. Bern and I did break up. This is just…”

“We don’t have time for this. We need to hurry…”

No, hey.

Ellen, why are you looking at me like that?

Silvia, why are you acting like that again!

If you suddenly do this, I’m in trouble too. Huh?

Hey guys, are we being targeted for looting vacant houses right now?