Chapter 1248 – 1248. The Dark Moon
“Terror! Some madmen committed terror!! Scoop! What are you doing, announcer! Get ready to move right now!”
The cameraman exclaimed. It was a voice filled with maddening joy.
“Yes! Director!”
The camera director and other cameramen left the battlefield without looking back. In the meantime, the announcer is explaining the situation of being terrorized to viewers.
Number 31 and I looked at each other awkwardly.
I touched the mask and radioed.
“Instructor Vinus. Can you hear me?”
-… Terrorism occurred. Terrorists hiding in the VIP and general seats aimed at His Majesty the King.
I frowned.
It is not because of the fact that the king was terrorized. It didn’t matter to me whether the king followed or not. What makes me offended is that this terror was not in the original story.
“Is His Highness the King all right?”
-It was fortunate that the patron saint was nearby. Thanks to her use of her strength, His Highness the King and the guests are safe. There were casualties among the general public, but it was not a big problem.
There was a hint of anger in Instructor Vinbas’ voice. If it was natural, it was natural. Because Instructor Vinubis was a patriot.
“How are things now?”
-The terrorists scattered and fled as soon as the terror failed. The number of terrorists is about 80, and it is estimated that they are Resistance Echoes. The current headquarters has issued a chase order to all units. We are no exception.
“You mean we have to go after the terrorists.”
-Yes. Already moving This time, the pride of the Freecell Armed Forces was at stake. We must catch the terrorists.
The situation was being broadcast live. Terrorism has already taken place, but they even miss the terrorist? It would be an international disgrace. In order to deal with this situation, the terrorist must be caught. In particular, those of high stature will have their poop ropes on them.
-Some terrorists are running there. Be sure to catch It doesn’t matter if you kill me Don’t miss out.
“I will move right away.”
-No. 211. I believe in you. No. 31. You wait on the spot
A disgruntled voice came out of Room 31, which had been quiet.
“I will move too. Room 211 is more likely to succeed if you work with me than if you move alone.”
-No. 31. I won’t say it twice. You wait there
The voice of Instructor Vinubis, who usually took care of Unit 31’s convenience, was extremely resolute. No matter what Instructor Vinus says in this state, it doesn’t work.
“…… All right.”
31 answered. Do not protest 31 and I were well aware that the cost of protest was horribly severe.
I checked my armament once and confirmed the location of the terrorist sent by Instructor Vinubis.
Just before leaving, #31 spoke to me.
“Room 211. Be careful. They’re the ones who are targeting His Highness the King. They won’t be normal guys.”
“I know that much.”
I answered briefly and started running.
•••
I found three terrorists running away in a hurry. Helicopters in the sky are tracking the terrorists.
Fight, fight, fight!
Machine gun fire from helicopters. The three fleeing terrorists stopped and activated the barrier. However, the bullets from the machine gun were magic bullets. The barrier is easily penetrated and one of the terrorists is killed. Two terrorists gritted their teeth and used black magic. Black sparks from their hands hit the helicopter.
The helicopter crashes to the ground and explodes. Unfortunately, the pilot could not escape and shared his fate with the helicopter.
The two surviving terrorists started running again.
“Instructor Vinus. An enemy has been found. One is dead, two are on the run. I’ll chase you. … Instructor Vinubis?”
I tried radio several times, but there was no answer.
It’s not like you’re intentionally ignoring it. The radio is broken, or there is no time to radio. Looking at the current situation, it probably looks towards the latter.
The moment I tried to chase the fleeing terrorists, a strong urge came. I thought that if I ignored catching the terrorists and ran away, I would be able to escape my current slave life.
Slave seal? For the past time, I have been studying slave seals whenever I have time. And the problem is not only with slave seals. The tracker implanted in the neck area half a year ago also needs to be addressed.
‘… Magic can disable a tracker for a few days. In the meantime, you can go see an illicit doctor or whatever and get the tracker out. Once you run away, the money will use magic….’
I immediately thought of a way to escape and a plan, but I couldn’t put it into practice.
It wasn’t because he was afraid of Instructor Vinus’ pursuit.
It was because it reminded me of the female classmates who mixed with me, including Lexi and No. 212. Is it right for me to abandon them and run away? Is it okay?
I gritted my teeth.
‘To take advantage of this opportunity… I’m not ready yet.’
The opponent is the military of a country. There are too many dangers to act impulsively without a prepared plan.
Shaking off the urge, I focused my mind. The terrorists were riding in a car prepared on the outskirts of the city.
[Uses a moment. Stacks Remaining: 6]
Calculate magic formulas in a slowed down world.
[Shock Wave]
The shock wave hit the car the terrorist had just boarded. The car was lifted up into the air by the shockwave and rolled across the floor.
Pop!
An explosion occurs on the bonnet of the car, and black smoke billows out. I could see blood dripping from underneath.
[Barrier]
Not all cars exploded, so I approached while remaining cautious.
[Strength]
Temporarily strengthen strength by using level 2 auxiliary magic. I grabbed the passenger side door and forcibly ripped it open. He pulled out a man sitting in the passenger seat with his eyes closed. The man was still alive. It’s just fainting.
‘Where is the other….’
Clink!
A man in black burst out from the back seat by breaking a window. The man exclaims with the intent to kill.
“Dark Flame!!”
A black flame overtakes me. The barrier surrounding my body melts at a rapid rate. Instead of defending by overlapping barriers, I chose to attack. Activate telekinesis. Broken fragments floated upward and flew to the warlock.
“Kuuuuu… !”
The warlock screams. The black flame that melted the barrier disappears.
[Electric Spark]
An orb of electricity gently landed on the warlock’s head. Dozens of thunderbolts occurred and the black magician was electrocuted and killed.
I dragged the two corpses and walked some distance away. Because you never know when the car will explode again.
‘For now, one man is alive. The other one died by my hand, and the one that was attacked by the helicopter is elsewhere.’
Also look at the living man. I can see it from a closer look. This guy is also a black magician. Perhaps the guy who got hit by the helicopter was also a warlock.
“Instructor Vinus. This is room 211. Instructor Vinubis?”
The radio was still jammed.
I sighed and sat down on the floor. Cast one’s eyes far away bang! Quaang! Bang! Black smoke billows from everywhere along with the sound of an explosion.
There are probably less than 10 terrorists who are likely to get out of here.
“Are you taking a break in a place like this? Well, I understand. The rest you taste while others are working is as sweet as honey.”
A blonde man in a black suit appeared. While he was over 2m tall, his body was slim. A black mask was worn on his face.
I reflexively pointed the gun at him.
“Who are you?”
“Take it easy. Not a terrorist. I would like to speak with you.”
“… Tell me.”
“I want to get rid of my ears before that.”
His gaze turned to the still living terrorist.
“Suddenly I lose interest in you.”
“Battle Mage Project. Mana essence. 667 troops. I can help you.”
“… To be precise what do you want?”
“I want materials and mana essence from the Battle Mage Project. In the process, we will help you spread the Battle Mage Project to the world. Although the Freecell Armed Forces cannot permanently dismantle the project, it will not be able to proceed with the project for at least 10 years.”
“…… Hafeil Republic and Heist Empire. Which one?”
“Did you notice that far already? You are amazing.”
“Answer me.”
“Is my affiliation that important?”
“It is important.”
“It’s a heist empire.”
The hand holding the gun moves. The gun was not directed at the blond man in front of him, but at the fallen black magician. He pulls the trigger The bullet fired accurately pierced the black magician’s forehead.
“A bold decision. Thank you. But would you have killed him even if I said it was the Republic of Hafeil?”
“No, the bullet must have been aimed at your head.”
“Why don’t you believe in the Hafeil Republic?”
“We know that the upper echelons of the Republic of Hafeil and the Kingdom of Freecell are secretly holding hands. For now, both want a truce. I don’t want to make a big fuss.”
“Okay. But aren’t you suspicious of me?”
“Your true identity is roughly grasped.”
“Hoo. I never gave you any information about my identity, did you?”
“…….”
I couldn’t say that I guessed my identity based on the information from the original story, so I kept my mouth shut. When I was silent, he shook his head quietly.
“Looks like you don’t want to talk. Okay. I respect you.”
“Any specific suggestions?”
“Will you accept my offer?”
“Because I’m not in a position to cover this and that.”
“As I said before, I want two things. Data and mana essence from the Battle Mage Project.”
“The mana essence has no choice but to raid the research institute next to his unit and take it away.”
“I know. Preparations are underway for him. The plan is almost perfect. It will be more perfect if you cooperate.”
“… Why me?”
“In fact, even contacting you was a pretty big gamble. Of course, now the gamble seems to have worked out nicely. The reason I chose you… No big deal. Because you are the strongest except for number 31. Above all, if you only look at the mission success rate, it’s more than 31. 92% mission success rate…. It is thrilling.”
“… Do you know the identity of Unit 31?”
“Yes. She is the illegitimate daughter of Duke Reltius, one of the three dukes of Freecell Kingdom. It’s a mix of witches. The Duke of Leltears will nominate her as her successor.”
“Why?”
“Because the right person in Reltius right now is too stupid.”
“… Right.”
She knew that No. 31’s status was unusual, but she could never have thought that she was the daughter of a duke. She was quite surprised.
‘Duke Reltius… It’s only mentioned in the original work, so I’m not sure.’
As expected, there was a reason why Instructor Vinus was stumped by #31.
“The plan starts in two months.”
“Three months.”
“Yes?”
“It starts in three months. Not until three months later.”
“… It’s difficult. This side has already set D-Day two months later and is moving.”
“In three months, I can kill Instructor Vinubis with my own hands. If only I could kill Instructor Vinubis… Will your plan go smoothly?”
“Exactly… If only Instructor Vinus could be killed with certainty… The success rate will increase by 10% or more. Good. We will postpone D-Day by a month.”
