Chapter 170: The Borderline between Life and Loss of life

Similar to the day earlier than, the monsters didn’t ambush in the course of the night hours, and the entrance line quietly greeted within the morning of the third day. As a result of fierce battle, among the troops have been unable to struggle due to the accidents that couldn’t be healed with remedy magic. Quite the opposite, they have been capable of retain the identical stage of combating energy as the primary day because of the reinforcements and provides by their dwelling nation, Sandor.

Nevertheless, they didn’t know when the emergence of the monsters would cease. The extra days handed by, the bigger and extra distinctive monsters appeared. Right now, there was one thing like a shifting mountain displaying up.

“A shifting mountain, is that Gigateint? It appears bigger than the one I noticed earlier than.” (Beast King)

“Is that the monster? I’ve seen its identify within the doc I learn, however the actual factor is greater than I anticipated.” (Sirius)

The Giganteint spoken by the Beast King was a monster that inhabited the Demonic Continent. If it might be represented with one thing, it was closed to the animal known as camel within the earlier life. The general form was comparable, however the particulars have been totally different from camels.

First, there have been six legs, the neck was abnormally thick. There have been additionally lengthy feelers across the nostril that resembled a whip. And the apparent characteristic can be the scale of the physique. It was happy with the scale which surpassed the monsters that we had seen thus far. It was prone to attain the highest of the wall the place we stood solely by its top. The expression that the mountain was shifting wasn’t an exaggeration, and the sense of distance grew to become unusual when it like this. Nevertheless, because it was too far to assault and even to intercept it, the Beast King defined concerning the monster within the meantime.

“It appears huge, but it surely’s a comparatively mild-mannered monster. Should you don’t assault it unnecessarily, it gained’t assault you.” (Beast King)

“I heard that it solely inhabits the Demonic Continent, however why is there that info? I’ve heard there are only a few folks coming into the Demonic Continent.” (Sirius)

“It’s extraordinarily uncommon, however it might come throughout the ocean from the Demonic Continent. It’s additionally stated that it has fled on a whim or from different monsters.” (Beast King)

Certainly, with that massive physique, it was seemingly to have the ability to stroll within the backside of the ocean, particularly within the shallow space. I felt like I might simply depart it alone if it was a mild-mannered monster, however there was a case that it acknowledged the wall as an impediment. Principally, we needed to take care of it as quickly as they confirmed up.

In different phrases, it ought to be simple since this wasn’t their first time going through the monster, however whether or not folks might keep alive or not was one other story. Because the two of them might be seen within the distance this time, the stress and uneasiness appeared to be working in the entire unit.

“It’s simply huge, and so they’re carrying monsters on its again. They’re going to stay to the wall, and hit it instantly right here.” (Beast King)

“We have now to take it down earlier than that occurs. However, I’m unsure if I can cease it with my [Tempest] in relation to such an enormous physique…” (Emilia)

There have been so-called siege towers that have been in-built excessive place of the frontline base. Had been they utilizing it to come across the Gigatient?

Anyhow, that monster wanted to be handled earlier than it approached right here. Then, by Cayenne’s order, I might see the motion of Julia and her unit from the primary gate. Yesterday, we had nothing however provides to guard the primary gate, however at the moment we had horses with mobility, and the troops have been divided into two giant items.

“Everybody, pay attention properly! Any more, we can be a single spear! A spear that may take all of the enemies in entrance of us!” (Julia)

It was an assault unit consisted of Julia and the imperial guards, which enabled by the excessive mobility horses. Julia, who rode a advantageous horse with its personal armor, spoke loudly to the troopers behind her.

“Present your pleasure as a courageous Sandor soldier and as one who fights with me. Now, let’s kill these monsters together with your physique!” (Julia)

“““Sure!””” (Troopers)

“““We’ll accompany you all over the place!””” (Troopers)

Julia and her unit have been in command of attacking the monsters and destroyed the Gigatient. At the day past’s marketing campaign assembly, Cayenne proposed an assault pressure, anticipating the potential of a much bigger monster showing, and Julia instantly volunteer for that position.

A few of them stated that it was too harmful for the princess to leap into the place of her demise, however her dedication was stable, and she or he insisted that there was no appropriate particular person aside from herself, together with the which means of bettering morale. Though they disagreed, Julia’s position was granted and that was as a result of everybody trusted her capability. Except Reus and Keith, Julia was the almost definitely particular person to have the ability to storm right into a horde of demons and return safely. In fact, we… Hokuto and I had a way of doing large-scale assault, have been additionally requested to assist.

[Sirius-dono, Hokuto-dono, I would like you to concentrate on the sky. Please only change your target when the monsters on the ground have approached us.] (Cayenne)

Since I used to be informed that I must be ready in case the technique didn’t work, I nodded to agree. Briefly, we have been the insurance coverage.

When Julia, who was supposed to steer the assault unit, Shouted and raised the morale of the items. Then, Reus, who had obtained my instruction, known as on to Julia on horseback.

“Julia, take this with you.” (Reus)

“Wha-what’s this!? To obtain a present from my future companion at occasions like that is one thing I don’t choose..” (Julia)

“That’s not my present. Aniki made this, and he requested me to provide it to you.” (Reus)

“This isn’t from you…?” (Julia)

“Don’t really feel unhappy. Hear, this pendant is…” (Reus)

The magic stone connected to the pendant handed over by Reus was engraved with a magic formation with a number of features. It was one thing ready in a rush for Julia’s, and it had been modified to choose up the encompassing sound and delivered it to me in order that I might perceive the state of affairs on the entrance line. Since I didn’t need her to see this as an eavesdropping, I requested Reus to clarify it upfront. Julia was solely depressed by the truth that it wasn’t a gift from Reus, however she didn’t appear to object it particularly.

“I see. The data on the entrance line is essential, and if this will help Sirius-dono, I’ll take it. It might have been nice if it’s from you although…” (Julia)

“Aah, I do know. I acquired it. I’ll do one thing as soon as this example over, so cheer up.” (Reus)

“Actually!? I’m wondering how lengthy it has been since I’ve had a lot enjoyable with a present.” (Julia)

The motivation appeared to have gone up clearly to the promise from Reus. Julia, who had been a courageous maiden of conflict, confirmed a stunning smile suited her age, so Reus suggested her with a bitter smile.

“It’s advantageous to look ahead to it, however don’t be careless, and retreat if it’s an excessive amount of.” (Reus)

“In fact. I’m not going to overdo it as a result of I’m taking good care of everybody’s life. Reus, you need to be the one to watch out, you understand?” (Julia)

By the way in which, Reus additionally needed to be within the assault unit, however on this state of affairs, items have been divided. Due to this fact, he was within the different unit because it was troublesome to guard the primary gate.

“There are additionally Keith and Albert. We’ll deal with this place the place you’ll return.” (Reus)

“Hmm! However, there’s one mistake there. The place the place I ought to return now could be subsequent to you and Marina. There’s no level to return should you’re not there, so I hope you’re protected and ready for me to come back again.” (Julia)

Albert and Keith, who stood close by, appeared on the two of them with combined expressions.

“Hmm, they’re like a husband and a spouse on their approach to conflict…” (Albert)

“However the scene appears the opposite method round, isn’t it?” (Keith)

It was a scene the place Reus was trying up at Julia who was on horseback. They weren’t improper, and I might perceive them. Properly, since they didn’t actually thoughts, nobody stated something. And because the troopers have been prepared, Julia, who was on the head of the unit, held up her sword and issued the order.

“By no means cease, and chase after my again solely! Let’s go!” (Julia)

“““Oooh!!!””” (Troopers)

The space to the monsters was nonetheless far-off, however Julia and her unit have been charging earlier than the formation of the opposite facet occurred. So as to make issues simpler, they went out of the vary earlier than the arrow and magic from allies pouring down.

To begin with, they appeared to be aiming on the Gigatient on the left wing. Whereas altering path, Julia and others saved shifting, and so they accelerated without delay when approaching the monsters on the entrance. They have been charging into the flock with out hesitation.

“They’re superb. Though they’re mowing down the monsters, there appears no slowdown.” (Emilia)

“It’s proof that not solely Julia but in addition the entire unit is succesful. Now, evidently we’re about to start out attacking, however I’m wondering if it should work out over there…” (Sirius)

No matter uneasiness, the assault unit continued to interrupt by way of the group of monsters, and so they have been approaching the Gigatient with out a single particular person dropped out.

It might take effort and time to kill the monster of that measurement, however fortuitously there was no monster across the Gigatient. Maybe, it was as a result of the motion was giant as a result of its huge physique, the monsters have been prone to take the gap to keep away from being caught. The Gigatient observed the approaching enemies. It tried to intercept with its feelers. Nevertheless, Julia and her unit moved to the left Gigatient and acquired out of the vary.

Julia, who prevented the foot of the monster that would crush her, gave orders whereas aiming for 3 legs.

[Disperse and aim for the foot! Don’t be trampled!] (Julia)

Because the voice reached me by way of the manastone, Julia and her unit ran by way of and attacked the Gigatient’s toes. With spears and swords that struck one after one other, and Julia’s sword, which cuts by way of the flesh deeply, the three left toes that have been now not capable of assist her weight collapsed, and the Gigatient’s posture dropped significantly. With out lacking the chance, Julia leaped from the horse, and ran up the physique of the monster with a splash, and pointed her sword at its again.

[This monster can’t move any further. Jump off quickly from your horse or choose to be cut by me!] (Julia)

The monsters approached to eliminate Julia, however the sharpness of sword swings didn’t again down even with the unstableness of monster’s again. Quickly, all of the monsters have been minimize down with a purpose to safe its again. Julia confirmed that among the assault unit troops used robes and getting on it one after one other. Within the meantime, she ran to the Gigantient’s neck and stopped her toes when she reached its head.

[It would be fast if I drop your head, but is it difficult for me now? However, next is…] (Julia)

Even along with her talents, it appeared to be troublesome to chop off its subsequent which was a number of occasions thicker than her sword. It was good if the neck might be minimize with a single swing. I additionally thought that it will be attainable if she swung many occasions, however since she couldn’t end it with a single swing, the neck shook violently. This was taking longer than anticipated. Julia personally restrained herself from reducing it, so she known as one of many younger males who had adopted her.

[What’s the matter, Ian? Is your weapon still heavy?] (Julia)

[I can already treat it like a limb of mine. You’re the only one who can treat it lightly, Julia-sama.] (Ian)

The younger man known as Ian was a soldier with sturdy full-body armor and an enormous hammer. He was barely older than me, however he was the deputy captain of the heavy unit in Julia’s imperial guards. She had beforehand defined that he had a promising future. As Ian replied with a lightweight tone, he arrived on the head of the Gigatient with a number of comrades regardless that they’d misplaced the stability a number of occasions.

[Sorry for the wait. Get ready now!] (Ian)

[I’m counting on you. Don’t rush. Just take care of it properly.] (Julia)

When Ian and his crew reported to Julia, they ready a big pile fabricated from metal. The metal pile was longer than Reus’ greatsword. It appeared to be a custom-made product with a sharper tip. Certainly… Cayenne’s plan was to get onto the Gigantient, and hit the vital level instantly with that iron stake.

Anyhow, the monster couldn’t be simply finished with superior magic. Such a plan was made due to its enormous physique and it might hardly struck by weapons. It was a really harmful plan that required acceptable power and expertise, but when it have been Julia and her imperial guards, they have been judged to be succesful sufficient and that was why the plan was put into observe.

As certainly one of his companions pointed the tip of the iron stake towards its head, various folks started to really feel uncomfortable, and the lengthy feeler of the Gigatian grew to Ian.

[Stay there! Just be quite a little bit more!] (Julia)

Nevertheless, Julia, who was standing close by, swung her sword, defending Ian by slicing the feelers. On the similar time, some flying monsters reacted and attacked, however Julia was additionally coping with all of it. Since, Ian and his comrades believed that Julia would defend them, they focused on their work with out trying round.

[The vital point is here. Alright, do it!] (Shane)

[I’ve been waiting. Oryaa!] (Ian)

The metal pile was stabbed shallowly on the pinnacle of the Gigatient, after which, Ian swung down the hammer with all his may. The metal pile that had been precisely caught within the heart, simply penetrating its flesh. The pile most likely went by way of the bones and reached the mind because the Gigatient’s physique shook for a second, and it crumbled right down to the bottom whereas leaning ahead. The troopers on the frontline base who have been watching the scene, cheered. The morale that appeared to fall with the looks of the Gigatient had risen up once more.

“Properly finished. With this momentum, Sirius-sama’s and Hokuto-san’s help shouldn’t be wanted.” (Emilia)

“Julia, is she alright? I don’t assume she’s going to be crushed on the pinnacle, but when she falls alongside the way in which…” (Marina)

The one who stood by Emilia, Marina appeared fearful, however then, she set free a breath of reduction when she noticed Julia strolling on the bottom. Apparently, they jumped off when the monster fell to the bottom. However, there was yet one more Gigantient there. With out returning to the primary gate, Julia instantly joined her comrades, and went to the suitable Gigatient.

“Properly, there’s no time to observe this leisurely. We must always begin as properly.” (Sirius)

“Understood. Lets go, Marina?” (Emilia)

“Sure!” (Marina)

Because the archers set on the frontline base have been beginning to prepare, we, who primarily centered on the flying monsters, have been beginning to struggle. Then, as Julia and her unit approached the suitable facet Gigantient, we began the assault unexpectedly.

—

After that, Julia succeeded in defeating the suitable Gigatient similar to earlier than. They ran across the battlefield for a bit and disturbed your complete group of monsters earlier than returning to the primary gate. Though there have been some casualties, a lot of the items returned safely. They’d defeated their whole goal, the Gigatient, so the plan was positively successful. The assault unit that had finished sufficient was taking a small break, however in any case, Julia alone returned to the entrance line and shook her sword with Keith.

“She is overdoing it. She simply returned. She dislikes staying behind, isn’t it?” (Ian)

“In contrast to Ian and others, she isn’t drained simply by swinging sword. Don’t fear.” (Reus)

Julia was changed by Reus who then confirmed their situation. Alternatively, Julia appeared to have sufficient stamina to slice monster one after one other in entrance of the primary gate. The monsters relentlessly attacked the wall. The world which was being pushed steadily started to appear.

“Rattling it, I’m working out of arrows! Someone, please deliver extra!” (?)

“This unit is out of mana. We’ll withdraw without delay!” (?)

“The enemy’s annihilation charge is slowing down! Rotate with the troops on the rear!” (?)

Apart from the standard of your complete monsters had improved, these folks have been working out of stamina due to intense battles daily. Even when they might sleep at night time, there have been only a few of them who might sleep sufficient because of the anxiousness and pressure. As well as, psychological fatigue had additionally accrued.

Though Julia’s achievements helped sustaining the morale, there was a decline in judgment due to fatigue similar to they have been late to note the remaining variety of arrows and the encompassing state of affairs. Because of the buildup of such carelessness, there have been items that allowed monsters that climbed the partitions and flying monsters to method.

“Don’t panic! They’re coming nearer imply the time once we can totally show our power. Let’s make them remorse by leaping into this place!” (Beast King)

“If stones are ineffective, do it with scorching water! Get them off from the wall!” (?)

“This chanting is about to finish! Watch out to not get caught!” (?)

However, with the short directions from the Beast King and the captain of every unit, we might handle it with the assistance of others. When seeing the entire state of affairs… might this be a state of affairs of fifty-fifty? I assumed that this was regular because it went properly till now. Whereas serving to the unit at risk, I saved dropping the flying monsters. Then a query got here up whereas watching the motion of the monsters.

“…Is it solely this a lot?” (Sirius)

Regardless of how a lot we defeated them, the monsters appeared endlessly. Once I calmly considered this, if we saved on combating like this, the troopers would turn into sluggish inside just a few days, and the frontline base can be deserted. However… wasn’t it unusually overstretched?

Definitely, an enormous monster known as Gigatient appeared at the moment. That elevated the extent of enemy may. If the state of affairs was orchestrated by the enemy, wouldn’t it really feel like he would quickly get bored and needed to make some adjustments? The opposite facet was a commander who made monsters to kind a formation. As I shot magic whereas pondering that there was another plan… ‘that’ appeared.

[I’m a messenger from the frontline base! Julia-sama, please prepare for the assault again!] (?)

Cayenne, who was all the time calm, gave an order in a rush. On the far horizon the place monsters appeared, the Gigatients confirmed once more. However what I used to be involved wasn’t there have been three of them. Along with that, there was a determine on the again of the Gigatient.

“Properly, the particular person himself comes instantly this time,huh…” (Sirius)

After confirming by enhancing my imaginative and prescient to the restrict, that determine was Lambda himself who appeared to be the offender of this time. He had a peaceable smile that didn’t appear to go well with for this battlefield whereas he was on the again of the swaying monsters. That created an odd environment.

I used to be curious that Luka and Hilgan weren’t there, however lastly, a transparent aim appeared. It was additionally a possibility to show the tide of the battle. Julia observed the existence of Gigatient and Lambda who approached earlier than lengthy. Then, she spoke as the pinnacle of the reassembled assault unit whereas pointing her sword towards Lambda.

[You have the courage to appear before us. Do you have that much leeway?] (Julia)

[Well, I wonder about that. I just came to see you all, but it seems you look better than expected.] (Lambda)

Even when the gap between the 2 was far, the dialog was advantageous with the magic [Echo]. Lambda spoke provocatively, and Julia returned it with an invincible smile.

[Sorry but, it is as what you’re seeing. If you want, I’ll show it to you when you get closer.] (Julia)

[Hehe, alright. Shall I take a closer look at it?] (Lambda)

It was unclear whether or not Lambda confirmed up due to that, however at the least, he didn’t appear to run away. In fact, there was additionally a risk of a entice. Both method, the Gigatients have to be defeated if attainable. If attainable, they needed to seize Lambda to acquire info, however they couldn’t do it with out attacking him. Since Reus and Cayenne informed Julia to watch out, she assembled her unit once more and dove right into a horde of monsters.

Julia appeared as if she was provoked, however her motion was calm as she jumped out to the facet. She didn’t assault the middle Gigatient that Lambda rode. First off, they have been attacking the opposite two Gigatients. Because the left Gigantient was defeated, they instantly went to the suitable one. The central Gigatient, that had been approaching the frontline base, modified path to goal at Julia most likely due to Lambda’s order. At this charge, her unit would prone to face two monsters on the similar time. So, she informed them as she tried to verify the incoming monster.

[That movement… is it targeting us? Listen, I will earn time by attacking Lambda! I leave the others to you all!] (Julia)

[It’s dangerous if you go alone! Please take a few with you.] (Ian)

[Hmm, in that case, you three, follow me.] (Julia)

Julia selected Ian and different two as escorts. They separated from the unit heading to the suitable Gigatient, and charged to the middle Gigatient. The 4 of them broke by way of a bunch of monsters with out drawback. After reducing the foot a number of occasions to decelerate the monster’s motion, Julia ran by way of the crotch of the Gigantient Lambda rode.

—

— Julia —

“It’s been a very long time since we’ve met one another like this.” (Julia)

“Certainly. I’ve recognized your power, however I’m shocked because you’re extra tenacious than I anticipated.” (Lambda)

“It’s not simply my energy. It’s the ability of my nation and companions.” (Julia)

I used to be capable of attain right here due to everybody. The frontline base would have been pushed if certainly one of them was lacking. Nevertheless, since Lambda’s look may have the ability to change the tides of battle, it was good to pressure my method by way of the monsters and got here to the Gigatient’s again, the escorts together with Ian have been late, so it will be a struggle between me and Lambda.

It was apparent that Ian, who had introduced lots of tools, to be late, however as a swordsman, I needed to struggle Lambda similar to this, however the struggle ought to be thorough. I attempted to strike a dialog with Lambda as I waited for Ian.

“Lambda, I do know that you simply need to get revenge as a result of your loved ones acquired killed. Nevertheless, the culprits have been the individuals who set you up, so there’s no have to hate the entire nation. Father informed me that he was prepared to supply these prisoners in order for you. Cease the struggle. So, will you give a spot to barter?” (Julia)

“You’re the similar as Sanger, and also you don’t know something. I’m not doing this for revenge. I simply can’t permit the nation known as Sandor to exist. Cease this meaningless negotiation.” (Lambda)

I had already anticipated this. Negotiation appeared to be pointless. He didn’t have the thought to get revenge with all of his energy, however I couldn’t forgive what he had finished. ‘Let’s make up my thoughts.’

Then, as Ian and others had arrived concurrently Lambda’s phrases ended, I had declared this once more with my sword.

“If that’s the case, there’s no different method. As a princess of Sandor, and as a swordsman who protects her nation, I’ll cease you right here.” (Julia)

“That ambition is admirable, however is it alright to do it alone?” (Lambda)

“Didn’t I inform you? There are lots of people I can rely on. Not less than, it’s value it even when there’s a risk that you simply’re controlling these monsters.” (Julia)

“Ooh… Do you assume so? That’s a bit harsh. I hope you gained’t remorse later that this can be a reckless cost.” (Lambda)

He raised his arms along with these harsh phrases, however there have been many alternatives to assault. So as to penetrate the gap and attacked, I leaped into his vary in a single breath and minimize his proper arm. Then, I minimize off his left arm in return. When the brother-in-law minimize his fingers, he was healed. So, if he had arms, I might minimize it with out hesitation.

In fact, I’d goal for his neck, however there was one thing I actually needed to ask this man. Concurrently I completed swinging my sword, I made a decision to take a distance and noticed the state of affairs.

“As anticipated, you’re fast. However, shouldn’t you goal the pinnacle first?” (Lambda)

“I’ve one thing to ask earlier than I minimize your head. First off, did you embed manastones that detonate the monsters?” (Julia)

“You’re proper. To be actual, it’s a plan that Luca considered. It takes a little bit of effort, however isn’t advantageous to make good use of the monsters that you simply needed to eliminate?” (Lambda)

“It looks as if there are extra causes to kill you. Let me hear yet one more factor earlier than that. Is there a approach to cease these monsters?” (Julia)

“I’ve no motive to show you. Aah, properly perhaps be the monsters might return if I die? Properly, after I acquired again, I don’t assume the monsters will cease attacking you although.” (Lambda)

“…I perceive. I’ll contemplate every part after killing you.” (Julia)

I didn’t understand how critical it was, however there have to be some measures since he was appearing leisurely. This time, I needed to make it possible for I killed him. Then, Ian lined as much as defend me and the spearman, Shane. And after confirming the state of the magician, Dyna, who excelled in flame magic, I saved searching for the suitable alternative.

“Julia-sama. If he doesn’t have each arms, his assault can be restricted. Ought to we assault without delay?” (Dyna)

“No, don’t consider him the identical method we do. Even when he doesn’t have arms, he will need to have some measures… arms?” (Julia)

That was unusual. Wasn’t there lots of blood flowing after I minimize his arm? The colour of the blood was gentle crimson. I felt that it was totally different from the blood we shed…

“Dyna, take away his gown!” (Julia)

“Sure! Severing with a wind blade… [Air Slash].” (Dyna)

Though her aptitude was hearth, if it was wind, she might solid magic as much as intermediate stage. In that method, the gown that coated Lambda’s entire physique was torn, and his physique was uncovered. Then, I confirmed his physique… it wasn’t very human. The entire physique, besides the pinnacle, was vines of planes that have been intertwined within the type of an individual.

“…Not solely the thoughts, however the physique grew to become a monster?” (Julia)

“I would really like you to name this evolution, not a monster. It is a determine that goes past the restrict of the vessel known as human.” (Lambda)

‘He known as this… evolution?’

It was true that residing in a state of affairs like that might be known as evolution, however there was no approach to familiarity come to the looks that threw one thing essential as a human. Ian and others additionally felt the identical. They couldn’t disguise the disgust.

Did he felt good about our response? He fortunately continued talking along with his mouth distorted right into a crescent moon.

“Let me inform you yet one more factor. Crops have a robust life pressure, and even the foundation is damaged, it might develop when it’s buried within the floor. To place it merely, should you deliberately break it and develop, you possibly can develop the identical plant.” (Lambda)

“Identical plant? Identical… don’t inform me you bastard…?” (Julia)

“Sure, it’s as what Julia-sama imagined. The me right here is Lambda, however not Lambda.” (Lambda)

In different phrases, the one earlier than us wasn’t the Lambda that was with us? However, it was near the actual factor… No good, the brother-in-law and Cayenne might a lot better. I couldn’t perceive properly anyway.

“And my goal is… you, Julia-sama. Issues can be attention-grabbing should you, the pillar of your folks, disappear.” (Lambda)

“Wha!? Get down!” (Julia)

Once I tried to significantly leap from the spot as I had a nasty feeling from his disturbing phrases, numerous tentacles dyed in inexperienced got here out from my toes. I used my sword to slice the approaching tentacles because it was, however the true nature of those tentacles was just like the vine of a plant. Because the toes of the faux Lambda have been sinking as to take root on the again of the Gigatient, it appeared these tentacles have been prolonged from there.

“Aah, my unhealthy. Is it nonetheless troublesome at this stage?” (Lambda)

“You’re a parasite that lives in a monster. As a mercy for them, let’s minimize it straight away.” (Julia)

I didn’t perceive properly, however that didn’t change my plan from killing him. I whispered to Ian and others whereas reducing the approaching tentacles.

“…How about that?” (Julia)

“I’ll end chanting quickly, however when contemplating the vary of the magic, whether or not it reaches him or not is…” (Dyna)

“It’s adequate. I’ll match accordingly. So, simply unleash the magic as quickly because the chanting is over.” (Julia)

I ended the dialogue shortly. When Dyna activated the superior flame magic, a number of pillars of flame have been born and the encompassing tentacles have been roughly burned out. Then, I ran ahead whereas avoiding the pillars of fireplace. New tentacles popped out, however since Ian and Shane have been those to cease most of it, I used to be capable of drive in with out dropping momentum. Whereas reducing the tentacles from the entrance, I leaped into his chest, and minimize off his head as I run to the facet of the faux Lambda.

“Good! Let’s go and deal with this Gigatient…” (Julia)

“It’s not over but.” (Lambda)

“Wha!?” (Julia)

Though I had extreme his head, why I might nonetheless hear his voice? Once I rotated in a rush, I observed that the pinnacle of the faux Lambda which separated from the physique, was laughing. So, I instinctively swung my sword at his head. However, the second that man’s physique that remained subsequent to the pinnacle entered the nook of view, the sensation of hesitation appeared on the tip of the sword.

“No method, you…!” (Julia)

“With this physique, the downside is that it takes a little bit of time to activate it. Now, how a lot the time of this has been delayed?” (Lambda)

The vine on the chest got here out. There was a manastone used for suicide that I’d seen many occasions on the battlefield. Furthermore, it was larger than the one used on the monster. It was comprehensible even when it was disagreeable, but it surely was disagreeable to become involved. Nevertheless, this was a possibility if I thought of the alternative. The faux Lambda would self-destruct if left alone, so we simply wanted to go away this place earlier than the manastone exploded.

“Retreat! Get away from right here.” (Julia)

“That’s an apparent selection. However understanding your character, will you retreat from right here?” (Lambda)

He was speaking about one thing, however I didn’t have time for this jerk. I began to run whereas pondering that it will turn into a troublesome state of affairs the place it was laborious to get out, however I had to have a look at Ian and others first.

“What’s with this sudden motion!?” (Ian)

“Everybody, come right here shortly! Kyaah!?” (Dyna)

“That’s one after one other! He’s not useless!” (Shane)

Once I rotated, I discovered that Ian and others have been entwined with false Lambda’s tentacles. Nonetheless, Shane and Dyna had succeeded in reducing the tentacles with spears and magic, however Ian, who was closest to me, was in a nasty state of affairs. That was as a result of his weapon was a hammer. It wasn’t appropriate for reducing tentacles. Though he was attempting to chop it with a spare knife, coping with tentacles that got here one after one other with an unfamiliar weapon didn’t go properly.

“Ahahaha! How is it? You possibly can’t escape, proper? You possibly can’t sacrifice your subordinates since you’re a noble and proud particular person!” (Lambda)

“Rattling… it. Julia-sama! Please escape with out worrying about me!” (Ian)

I didn’t prefer to be informed by others, but it surely was true that I couldn’t deny his phrases.

I approached him with out pondering twice, reducing the tentacles that restrained him. Then, I despatched him flying to Dyna and Shane who simply acquired out from the tentacles.

“““Julia-sama!?””” (Ian/Shane/Dyna)

“Go forward! His goal is me.” (Julia)

“There isn’t a method we are able to depart you, Julia-sama!” (Ian)

“It’s advantageous, simply go! Put together to get down!” (Julia)

Whereas new tentacles appeared to separate us, Ian and others started to descend from the monsters again with a regretful expression. They most likely understood that they have been getting in the way in which as I yelled at them significantly.

“…Sorry.” (Julia)

I used to be sorry for making them lose all hope of defending me, however I needed to put it within the reverse method in entrance of a nasty man. Slightly than Shane, Ian was good at protection, and Dyna had much less mana due to the sooner magic. If I introduced a swordsman, it may be totally different, however I used to be the one who selected Ian within the first place. I couldn’t get my subordinates concerned due to my failure. Whereas doing so, my retreat was utterly blocked by numerous tentacles. I couldn’t break by way of, however I didn’t assume that it was the time for the manastone to blow up. In that case…

“I’m amazed because you’re contemplating till this far. Does the royal have the responsibility to to go away their bloodline on the expense of their folks?

“I perceive the logic, however I don’t need to act detached.” (Julia)

I simply wanted to chop the manastone and pretend Lambda earlier than that! Nevertheless, I used to be blocked by tentacles. The space between us was a mere few steps, but it surely was laborious to kill him in a single breath. I had no spare time to assume. In the meanwhile I held my sword and thought that I had no selection however to place my life on the road, one thing had handed proper subsequent to me. The manastone which appeared to be activated at any second was damaged.

“…Did he hit it even on this distance? Goodness, the most important miscalculation is that he visited this nation.” (Lambda)

“He? May or not it’s Sirius-dono!?” (Julia)

Reus proudly boasted that Sirius-dono’s magic might hit enemy wherever they have been, however might he actually hit till right here? Though he ought to be busy with flying monsters, I didn’t anticipate that she might cowl me. How grateful I used to be to him. No, I must thank him later. With out dropping this chance, I ought to minimize his head and physique, and stab him.

“Nevertheless, it’s nonetheless too early.” (Lambda)

“Kuh!?” (Julia)

How a lot preparation he had finished? How far forward was this man trying forward? As I ran ahead whereas slashing the tentacles, I noticed the physique of him with a gap remained within the chest. Nevertheless, manastones got here out from his limbs. There have been seven of them. It was even laborious to me to chop six occasions in a single breath.

“Don’t be afraid! The sword won’t reply to a weak thoughts!” (Julia)

There was Strongest Sword’s method known as [Shattering Strike] that would minimize eight monsters on the similar time. The quantity was one lower than that. It wasn’t an inconceivable quantity!

“Haa!” (Julia)

My physique screamed because it was shook past the restrict. The sword that I swung out whereas my knees have been going to break down… succeeded in reducing and crushing all seven mana stones.

“Properly finished. In the long run, how about this?” (Lambda)

“Aah…” (Julia)

What I noticed was the faux Lambda’s head that had turned out to be a lump of plan with human pores and skin peeled off, and a manastone spewed out from his mouth. The manastone was activated than my response. The flame and the shock waves hit me…

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“…Aah, kuh!?” (Julia)

I used to be confused, however I appeared to be alive. I didn’t understand how I survived that explosion. I’d give it some thought later. My eyes have been hazy. I couldn’t hear the sounds round me, however from the feeling of the pores and skin being minimize by the wind, I might see that I used to be falling from the again of the Gigatient.

I’d say that the technique of killing him was profitable, but it surely wasn’t over but. It wouldn’t be an actual success until I used to be alive. I used to be nonetheless… holding my sword, and there was a little bit of energy and mana left in me.

The remainder was whether or not or not I might land safely on the bottom. With this top and the momentum of falling, it will be harmful even when I put a defensive posture. To start with, I didn’t know the gap to the bottom. However, I didn’t must be impatient. If the eyes and ears weren’t dependable, I solely wanted to imagine my instinct and expertise. I predicted the gap to the bottom with the presence of monsters, after which, I shook my sword simply earlier than I crashed into the bottom.

“Break… Thrust!” (Julia)

This was the method that I heard from the one who boasted ‘Single Strike Final Destruction Sword Model’… Break Thrust. Though I succeeded in killing the momentum of falling by swinging the sword, and releasing the shock wave on the similar time, it appeared to have been utterly inconceivable as I used to be struck to the bottom. Even so… I managed to outlive. I couldn’t breathe properly as a result of I hit my again, but when I might be a part of with everybody…

“Haa… goodness, it’s you guys… isn’t it?” (Julia)

This incoming disaster didn’t permit me to relaxation but. A close-by Orc shook down a membership, aiming at me who had fallen into the middle of the monsters, however then, I sliced its leg whereas rolling round. I acquired up with that momentum. Once I stood on my knees and held my sword, my eyes and ears have been again to regular. It turned out that I used to be utterly remoted. However, there was nonetheless hope.

“…Take out… the spear…” (Shane)

“…Geh! Defend… if that’s it… it may be prevented!” (Ian)

“…It’s Julia-sama!” (Dyna)

With the environment groan of the monsters, I might barely hear my unit coming for assist. I hoped I might maintain on till the reduction got here, but it surely was laborious to even maintain the sword.

However… I nonetheless needed to come again alive. As a swordsman, as a girl, I promised to return to the 2 who believed me. Nevertheless, the thoughts didn’t sway the monsters. On the time after I was attempting to wield my sword to the monsters attacking from all instructions with out mercy, he appeared earlier than me, blowing monsters on the similar time.

“Get out of the way in which! Dorasyaa!” (Reus)

Why was he right here? I entrusted the primary gate to him, and but, he clearly answered me. Why did he come to assist me? And he was alone and deep into the enemy camp. With the confusion working throughout my head, Reus, who jumped in, swung his sword like a twister, reducing away the encompassing monsters one after one other. After securing my security, he appeared again at me with a regretful expression that didn’t go well with him.

“Sorry, I’m late for coming to assist.” (Reus)

“Aah… even should you’re late, it’s greater than sufficient.” (Julia)

“However, I actually needed to assist earlier than you fell. Nevertheless, I can’t do it like Marina.” (Reus)

Reus appeared a bit disillusioned, however there was no want for him to apologize. In any case, I used to be the one who fell into the enemy’s scheme. I used to be sorry for making so many individuals fearful.

“What occurred to the primary gate?” (Julia)

“You don’t have to fret as a result of Albert and Keith are working laborious.” (Reus)

“…Is that so?” (Julia)

It was laborious to say thanks. Maybe, I couldn’t overlook his habits as a commander. This was as a result of it wasn’t simple to forgive egocentric habits when everybody was working collectively. I couldn’t conceal my emotion as a result of I used to be exhausted, so the dissatisfaction may need appeared on the face. Reus tilted his head when he noticed me.

“Hmm? Was it unhealthy that I got here right here?” (Reus)

“Th-that’s not it. I requested you to guard the primary gate, however I’m offended at myself since you depart that place for me.” (Julia)

“There’s no place that may maintain me again. Since I’m your subordinate, I’ll go the place you go, proper?” (Reus)

“…That’s actually true. Sorry for displaying you this depressing look.” (Julia)

I got here to hate myself as a result of I couldn’t swing sword alongside them, and I used to be being protected. Whereas I felt that, Reus saved protected me by swinging his sword. Then, he spoke to me with a barely critical tone.

“Haven’t you fought on the entrance line for these three days? Any more, I’ll take cost, so don’t maintain the sword till you’re utterly healed, alright.” (Reus)

“What!? If it’s this a lot, I can return instantly if I relaxation a bit after having the remedy…” (Julia)

“Hey, I do know you have got some type of duty, however can you allow it to me a bit extra? It’s early to say this, however married {couples} share the enjoyable and hardship collectively. Aniki and Reese-ane stated that, you understand.” (Reus)

“!?” (Julia)

Actually… though I had declared that I needed to be with Reus, I didn’t anticipate that we have been going to be a married couple. Reus was a companion that I needed to cuddle with, so I needed to do not forget that I might spoil myself.

“…I perceive. I need you to encourage everybody as a substitute of me. Sorry for saying this late, however thanks for saving me.” (Julia)

“Ouh! It’s advantageous, however say that to Aniki later, alright. He protected you from that explosion.” (Reus)

“He did?” (Julia)

Once I checked out my physique that ought to had been broken by the explosion, solely the chest a part of the armor was noticeably broken. This was the place I put brother-in-law’s pendant which was given earlier than the assault. I spotted now that there was nothing left there.

“The shock wave was offset by the ability unleashed by the manastone… one thing like that. Please ask Aniki for the main points. Simply look forward to a bit as a result of your companion will come quickly.” (Reus)

“Aah.” (Julia)

There appeared to be no time for me to be depressed. I couldn’t thank my brother-in-law and all of the troops who have been attempting to avoid wasting me with this depressed face. Once I observed, my coronary heart had turn into a lot better. In the meantime, the assault unit broke by way of the group of monsters. They saved working in a circle round me to guard me from all instructions.

“Protection unit, hurry!” (?)

“Make a wall! Grow to be a meat wall to guard Julia-sama!” (?)

“Don’t let even a goblin to go right here!” (?)

Among the many assault unit, I might see Ian and others. They have been letting out a breath of reduction. Was it as a result of they have been capable of be a part of me after separating from me? Whereas everybody was holding down the monsters desperately, the captain of the imperial guard got here to me. He was on his knees with tears streaming down his face.

“I’m glad… I’m glad that you simply’re protected!” (?)

“Aah. I’ve proven you all a shameful sight, however I used to be saved due to everybody’s assist. I’m grateful.” (Julia)

“You don’t must say that! We’ll defend you, so depart the remaining to us.” (?)

“Sure. However… I don’t assume I can do this.” (Julia)

Once I appeared as much as the noise, there was a single Gigatient approaching right here. I requested them and so they informed me the opposite Gigatient was disposed by the assault unit. In order that monster was the one whom the faux Lambda was using. Even when its again was hit by the explosion, it was nonetheless alive. This had exceeded my expectation. However, Reus was right here. I assumed that we should always entrust it to the brother-in-law and Hokuto-dono. Maybe, I ought to depart half of the unit to them. However then, Reus held his sword on the shoulder, and stated it whereas watching the monster.

“Julia. Take everybody again. I’m going to kill that.” (Reus)

“Wa-wait. In that case, take some from my unit…” (Julia)

“It’s advantageous, I can do it alone. If attainable, it’s advantageous to have a look at me whilst you retreat. I realized this from Lior-jiichan. I’ll present you the true ‘Single Strike Final Destruction Sword Model’.” (Reus)

With out ready for my reply, Reus started to run. He rushed towards the Gigatient from the entrance. Usually, someone would yell, however I couldn’t say something, and I might solely noticed him off. I used to be curious, however I supposed I ought to imagine in him and retreated.

The formation was rearranged by my order. Whereas attempting to start out shifting with the captain, Reus approached the Gigatient. As an alternative of avoiding the feeler, he used it as a foothold and leaped excessive. He jumped over the pinnacle of the monster with that momentum, and arrived on the entrance of the thick neck connecting to its physique. Then, he shouted.

“Single Strike… Final Destruction!” (Rues)

As I used to be questioning whether or not Reus’ sword was shining, it was swung down. The neck of the Gigatient, which was a number of occasions longer than his sword, was minimize off with a single swing. Was that the true ‘Single Strike Final Destruction Sword Model’? It was so highly effective. Wasn’t it a fantastic sword type? It made me trembled pondering that sword was the place I ought to goal. Though I used to be on this state, I couldn’t assist however desirous to swing my sword.

“Sometime… I additionally will…” (Julia)

Nevertheless, it may be as a result of the stress had disappeared as a result of Reus’ manly look along with his sword, I misplaced consciousness there.

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Additional/Bonus – The final blow…

The time when Ian and others have been standing on the pinnacle of the Gigatient to unleash the final blow…

[The vital point is… here. Alright, let’s do this!] (Shane)

[Thank you for waiting. Oryaaa!] (Ian)

*Slash* ← The sound of stabbing *in sluggish movement*

“…In some way, this looks like a scene the place you possibly can play music.” (Emilia)

“It’s not a stone, however the opponent is large, you understand?” (Sirius)

“How are you aware that!?” (Marina)