Chapter 179 – Resolute Ladies

— Beowulf ※Proper Wing Unit —

“Ojii-chan goes to the left!” (Emilia)

“Understood. Carry the fifth and sixth squads to the entrance!” (?)

“Fourth archer squad, fifth mage mage, prepared to fireplace! We’re going to fireplace it suddenly to the other aspect of Strongest Sword!” (Beowulf)

Emilia, who learn the intention of Shishou and Hokuto-san and assuredly moved Lior-san, and the unit chief, who moved their troops in accordance with them, we led our right-wing unit to assault deeper into the enemy line. Nevertheless, regardless of how good we had been, the enemies had been monsters that had been near infinity. At first look, it appeared like we had been doing effectively, however it occurred many instances that a few of the troops had been about to be decimated due to carelessness as a result of stress and never capable of stand up to the onslaught of monsters. We managed to get via by the encircling’s assist every time, however this time, the scenario was actually unhealthy.

“Kugh!? This bastard, they’re making sudden actions… guhaa!” (?)

“We’re going to get out of the best way! Watch out” (?)

“Help them! Don’t cease!” (?)

Our unit was about to be divided since we had been focused on the place the place the road was stretched as a result of carelessness and fatigue. Along with that, there have been many injured individuals, so it was tough to withstand. Thus, if the unit was fully divided, the injury can be huge. Relying on the scenario, it is perhaps essential to rebuild the unit to the unique dimension of the unit, and we’d must consider that we’d be part of the central unit. I attempted to assist to stop the injury from spreading anymore, however Emilia stopped me.

“Please wait, Beowulf. You don’t have to again them up.” (Emilia)

“However we will’t go away them alone!” (Beowulf)

“There’s no drawback. They are going to be cleaned up quickly.” (Emilia)

Earlier than I mentioned ‘What’s going on…’ Hokuto, who was speculated to be preventing in one other place, appeared and ran previous us whereas blowing away the monsters that had been attacking the troops. It was a really fast occasion, however due to that, the onslaught of the enemy eased. It appeared that we managed to cease the injury by in some way rebuilding the unit together with the encircling assist.

“The eighth squad has been rebuilt! There was injury, however there is no such thing as a hindrance to the motion.” (?)

“Did you handle to beat it? Nevertheless, contemplating the variety of injured individuals, it could be time to contemplate retreat.” (?)

“Emilia-dono. I’m fearful about Strongest Sword-dono’s fatigue, and I believe we should always go right down to the middle and modify our power.” (?)

“No, Ojii-chan continues to be positive, and we have now already taken steps to replenish our power.” (Emilia)

Emilia was proper, we may nonetheless battle, so we didn’t have to retreat now. Nevertheless, since we needed to spare some provides with a view to return to the middle the place we may obtain replenishment, the unit leaders mentioned it wasn’t good to stick with it with the scenario. Then, a messenger got here on the identical time Emilia denied.

“Mora’s squad! Henry’s squad! We got here to assist by the order of Cayenne-dono. We’re going to affix the command of the suitable wing unit!” (?)

“Ooh, I actually respect it. As anticipated of Cayenne-dono.” (Emilia)

“Emilia-dono is admittedly skillful at studying the scenario. Alright, this may maintain us shifting ahead with none worries.” (?)

“Sure. We’re going to comply with Ojii-chan!” (Emilia)

Not solely the reinforcement, however the escort squad that introduced again the injured individuals had been collectively. So it appeared that the power of the suitable wing unit had recovered enormously.

After that, our troops had been attacked abruptly many instances, however we managed to get via with Emilia’s fast wit and everybody’s fast response. Then, Emilia murmured, as if she had learn the motion, we started to fully forestall surprising assault from the aspect.

“…One thing massive is coming.” (Emilia)

“Sure. I’m wondering what it’s.” (Beowulf)

The monsters had been attacking in a horde, however principally, they only moved ahead or attacked close by opponents, however the variety of actions that had been clearly instructed elevated. In different phrases, there was a excessive risk that Lambda or his companions had been close by, which was mentioned to be manipulating monsters. Nevertheless, we hadn’t discovered such an opponent but, and Lior-san, who fought in entrance of me, continued to swing his sword in temper. He didn’t appear to be drained in any respect, and once I thought that he was slashing enemies with out care, a sudden disagreeable feeling ran via my physique.

This was… the identical as when Lior-san was making an attempt to do one thing… I didn’t see any suspicious actions from him, however once I tried to warn the environment, since I couldn’t ignore the sensation that got here from my previous expertise, Emilia, who was on the identical alert as me, shouted.

“Everybody, defend!” (Emilia)

“Wha!? Understood. Defensive formation!” (?)

“The entire unit, solidify your protection! Heavy armed troopers, hurry up!” (Emilia)

When Emilia, who sounded impatient for the primary time because the starting of this battle, gave directions whereas concentrating her mana, a line of sunshine started to run on the bottom simply in entrance of Lior-san. The road of sunshine was scattered over a large space, and it was late to understand that it was a magic formation because the dimension was so massive. In any case, it was ten instances greater than the magic formation that I normally noticed. Whereas everybody judged that the dimensions was harmful, Emilia, who moved the quickest, tried to defend it with wind magic, and… because of this, there was no have to defend.

“Insolent!” (Lior)

Once I thought that I may see a flame for a second, it was blown away along with magic formation by Lior-san’s [Break Thrust]. I believed that the facility was barely exceeded even an Superior magic, most likely due to the magic formation’s dimension. So, he was a extremely ridiculous man. Was there any magic that could possibly be understood by that individual? Properly, due to that, there was no injury. Whereas we had been respiration a breath of aid, Lior-san shouted whereas displaying his anger.

“Bastard… what if Emilia’s face will get soiled with mud! Present your face shortly!” (Lior)

“Present face is it? Doesn’t he have sufficient?” (?)

“Properly, most likely no.” (?)

Troopers and adventurers had been muttering with a dismayed expression at Lior-san’s shout. It was a shock wave that even modified the terrain and it wouldn’t be unusual in the event that they received caught, however Lior-san was nonetheless in situation. Emilia and I had been additionally alert as a result of our senses weren’t regular. Instantly, the mud that was blocking the view was cleared by wind magic, and there was a girl, who had black shade on her complete physique, stood calmly there.

“Goodness. That was horrible. To blow away my treasured magic so simply.” (?)

“Are you kidding me, girl? I received’t forgive you because you had been aiming for Emilia!” (Lior)

“I wasn’t simply aiming for her, .” (?)

Once I noticed the lady on the opposite aspect, she plunged into Lior-san. Though she was a bit soiled with mud, I couldn’t discover any wounds. It was shocking that she was calm after receiving that shock wave, however it is perhaps convincing once I checked out her. She had three horns on her head, 4 wings on her again, and the entire physique was coated with black scales. The lady who was human however near a dragon… In different phrases, that girl Luca, who was a subordinate of Lambda. Luca, who was one among our priorities, had her entice destroyed and he or she was gazing Lior-san in a grumpy method.

“I don’t find out about asking for forgiveness. Nevertheless, I’ve to kill all of you on Lambda-sama’s order. So, will you cease interrupting me any extra?” (Luca)

“Hmmph, if you are able to do it, strive it. However earlier than that, the place is that filthy individual?” (Lior)

“Who’re you speaking about?” (Luca)

“The one who tried to the touch Emilia! The man who is named the Tempura Sword.” (Lior)

“It’s Heavenly King Sword, .” (Beowulf)

“Hmm? Aah, may it’s Hilgan? I believe he’s someplace round right here.” (Luca)

It appeared like she was making an attempt to deceive since she didn’t actually give data, however I had a sense that she wasn’t to know the place Hilgan was. Maybe, Lior realized that it was pointless to speak, so with out saying something extra, he swung his sword up. Nevertheless, Luca unfold the wings on her again huge and leaped into the sky on the identical time.

“I acknowledge your power. However can your sword attain this far?” (Luca)

“Ugh!?” (Lior)

From a top that the sword couldn’t attain, Luca shook her arm and fired one thing at Lior-san. Lior-san repelled numerous photographs together with his sword, however when one among them fell in entrance of us, I may see that Luca shot her personal black scales.

“Everybody, that individual had attacked with the scales from her complete physique suddenly. Please watch out to not get caught.” (Emilia)

“Understood!” (?)

“In the event you don’t have a protect, retreat a bit of bit or conceal behind heavy troopers!” (Beowulf)

Because the scale appeared to have the ability to penetrate armor simply, we continued to search for a niche whereas strengthening the protection in order to not get caught. Fortuitously, Luca was concentrating on Lior-san alone, and he continued to repel her assaults, so we had been capable of calmly put together for her assault.

“What occurred to your proud sword? Come, attempt to slash me.” (Luca)

“Don’t joke round! Girl, don’t you will have braveness to come back down right here and battle me!” (Lior)

“I don’t.” (Luca)

“…Alright. The enemy is unknown. I’ll do my finest from the start!” (Lior)

“Depart her to the mage unit! Archer unit, hearth!” (?)

Then, the troopers fired magic and arrows by the command of the unit chief to make the most of the openings. The Superior magic by those that had ready their mana in preparation for a powerful enemy which was big fireballs and rocks hit one after one other. Then, rain of arrows fell suddenly on Luca. If the assault was concentrated that a lot, it could be regular to assume that she wouldn’t stand an opportunity, however she was an opponent who was calm even after receiving Lior-san’s [Break Thrust]. We tried to chase her additional with out giving her a gap, however scales flew to our aspect by the blast that magic created.

“Beowulf!” (Emilia)

“Sure!” (Beowulf)

Emilia and I managed to dam it, however Luca, who was forward of the blast, remained unhurt. I didn’t assume we may beat her now, however I used to be stunned the assault didn’t join in any respect. Furthermore, Emilia-san muttered that her scales is perhaps regenerating since there was no change within the physique of the opponent even after throwing all of the scales away. Along with the regeneration capacity and protection energy of the luxurious scales, she was an opponent who may fly within the sky, which was unfavorable for swordsmen. Once I was questioning how you can assault such a powerful enemy, I got here up with the concept I ought to purpose when she was distracted. Lior-san unleashed [Shattering Strike] that he had completed many instances on the frontline base.

“Oraaa-!” (Lior)

When he poured mana alongside the blade, it may cut up even an enormous monster as massive as a mountain into two, and it appeared it may attain the sky. It was a sudden blow, however Luca flapped her wings and prevented it with out drawback.

“Too unhealthy. Even when it’s quick, it’s straightforward to deal with if I do know when it’s coming.” (Luca)

Her response pace… No, may it’s… had she familiarized with Lior-san’s method? She ought to have met him for the primary time, however the best way she prevented it was as if she had recognized his method. Even when the gap was lengthy sufficient, the blade that was expanded by mana wouldn’t be delayed that a lot, and since she was within the sky, she ought to assume that the sword wouldn’t attain her. Thus, the response must be delayed. Whereas we couldn’t conceal our shock on the scenario, we should have decided that it wasn’t a menace. Emilia, who was calmly analyzing the opposite aspect, opened her mouth as we had been fearful how you can go towards Luca, who had began aiming for Lior-san’s once more.

“Maybe, she was observing the battle on the frontline base. She by no means will get on with provocation, and he or she continues to assault with out breaking the dominant place in consideration of compatibility with the opponent. It appears that evidently she is a superb opponent, not solely talents but in addition for her intelligence.” (Emilia)

“Then, I’ll assist him too! Emilia, please persuade him.” (Beowulf)

She was capable of keep away from his sword, which might make me really feel that he was dropping. Lior gave the sensation that we shouldn’t contact her anymore, so I wished Emilia to calm him down, however she stopped me from making an attempt to maneuver ahead once more.

“Please wait. I’ll be staying right here, so that you and everybody else will retreat to the rear…” (Emilia)

Though varied explanations got about future actions, there was one factor that I simply couldn’t perceive. It wasn’t solely me, however different squad leaders argued. That was as a result of she would take care of Luca alone.

“Wait a sec, what are you saying impulsively!?” (?)

“Our assault didn’t appear to work, however there should be one thing we haven’t tried but.” (?)

“Whereas her defeat is necessary, we shouldn’t spend any extra time on one opponent. That’s why I would like all of you to prioritize the monsters on the rear.” (Emilia)

As Emilia identified, within the rear the place Lior-san’s [Break Thrust] didn’t attain, there have been many big monsters and Chimeras with an enormous presence. Based mostly on the purpose of being round Luca, they should be particular monsters led by her. So, the command energy of the monsters had elevated, and it had grow to be potential to provide positive directions. It appeared that was the explanation why they hit our gaps. I didn’t know the explanation for dividing the unit from that scenario, however it was determined that it was higher to cooperate with Lior-san or me. I attempted to desperately convey that that means, however Emilia simply calmly talked concerning the present scenario.

“Properly then, is there anybody right here who can do aerial fight? I’m sorry if it sounds impolite, however I can battle even when the opponent is within the sky.” (Emilia)

“We will nonetheless present assist, !” (?)

“This battle isn’t over as soon as she is defeated. In an effort to scale back the injury right here in preparation for the long run, every ought to battle an acceptable battle.” (Emilia)

Absolutely, I didn’t assume Lior-san would lose, however it appeared that it could take a while if the scenario remained because it was. Alternatively, not solely Emilia may fly excessive with the wind magic, she may transfer round to a sure extent. Within the case of the flying enemies, it could possibly be used as a step within the air. Zenodora-san and his companions had been busy with flying monsters, so I perceive that the suitable individual in the suitable place was necessary, however to depart Emilia-san here-…

“My battle goes to be a bit tough. You’ll get caught should you’re close by. In the event you go away, I can battle with all my may.” (Emilia)

“Do you will have plans?” (Beowulf)

“Sure, I wouldn’t say it if I can’t win. I’m not simply going to cease her, I’ll defeat her.” (Emilia)

“…Understood.” (Beowulf)

“Depart them to us. We’ll transfer at our discretion after it’s over.” (?)

Emilia answered with full confidence, so the unit leaders additionally accepted it with a bitter expression. Though we trusted Emilia that a lot, we should settle for the ruthless alternative so long as we moved within the troops. I wasn’t fully satisfied, however I didn’t assume that she, who was Sirius-san’s disciple, would lie on this means, so I might attempt to imagine it.

“Then, I’ll persuade Ojii-chan, so please maintain everybody prepared to maneuver.” (Emilia)

Emilia was doing her finest to profit from Lior-san’s energy. I noticed her off as she headed right down to Lior-san with a cheerful smile. Then, I renewed my willpower that we couldn’t lose.

— Emilia —

“Hehe, is the assault over?” (Luca)

“Ugh…” (Lior)

After speaking to the troops, I approached to cover behind Lior Ojii-chan, who continued to repel scales shot by Luca. Then, Ojii-chan known as out whereas going through the entrance.

“Ooh, is that you just Emilia? Sorry, I’m going to kill that little girl immediately, so wait a bit longer!” (Lior)

“No, I’ll be her opponent. So, Jii-chan, please take care of the monsters that means.” (Emilia)

“What did you say!?” (Lior)

As I anticipated, Ojii-chan turned solely his face to me, as if he couldn’t imagine it. Even so, he nonetheless prevented numerous scales that flew. I used to be impressed since he was on a unique degree. I shortly defined my ideas and the percentages, however Ojii-chan started to make a fuss as if he couldn’t stand it.

“Hey, you possibly can’t! I’ll minimize her, so that you wait!” (Lior)

“I don’t need Ojii-chan to be on protection greater than this level. Moreover, isn’t there one thing else extra appropriate for the sword that Ojii-chan wields?” (Emilia)

“Hmm…” (Lior)

“I’m simply guessing however I believe the enemies that Ojii-chan desires to kill are on the left or within the heart space.” (Emilia)

If Luca, who was the enemy’s fundamental pressure and one among Lambda’s right-hand males, was positioned within the heart of the suitable wing unit, it was potential that Hilgan was prone to be on the opposite aspect, or guarding the enemy basic. Anyhow, to ensure that Ojii-chan to indicate his true essence sooner or later, I couldn’t let him face Luca any longer.

“So, should you defeat the monsters on the rear, you possibly can proceed as a lot as you need towards the middle or left wing aspect.” (Emilia)

Because the starting of this battle, I had determined the route of Ojii-chan’s progress, however I believed that if we defeated Luca and the monsters within the rear, the principle pressure on the suitable wing unit would disappear. Subsequently, I believed that there can be no drawback even when Ojii-chan moved on his personal sooner or later. He had a stronger intuition towards sturdy opponents, so he would go after Lambda or Hilgan even when I left him alone.

“I’ll comply with Ojii-chan as quickly as that is over. So, can you allow her to me?” (Emilia)

“…Do you will have a motive to battle that little girl?” (Lior)

“Sure. It’s a really private motive.” (Emilia)

“Superb. I’ll go away her to you. Certainly… that is what he was saying, the one who’s happy along with your development is-…Alright!” (Lior)

For Ojii-chan, he should assume that he ought to shield me, however I believed that he would perceive if I advised him sincerely. He was an previous man who normally went his personal means, however he would admit it if I advised him instantly.

Then, after calming down Ojii-chan, who continued to shed emotional tears, I went to the opponent whereas making ready my mana.

“…Now!” (Emilia)

“Hmm!” (Luca)

I took a slight hole when she unleashed the scales, and I gave a sign whereas restraining it with [Air Shot]. Similtaneously my voice, Ojii-chan rushed towards the monsters within the rear of the enemy line, and the unit led by Beowulf and the unit leaders began to maneuver accordingly. Nevertheless, Luca seen this intention with a mocking smile. She unfold her wings.

“Oh my, it’s boring. Why don’t you kill me?” (Luca)

“Ahead! Kill all of them!” (Lior)

“I see… You’re ignoring me. Then, I received’t hesitate to-… Hmm?” (Luca)

“I received’t allow you to!” (Emilia)

I used to be satisfied. When Luca tried to purpose at Ojii-chan’s again since he was working with out trying again, I instantly launched [Air Shot] and stopped her. On the identical time, I magically created an updraft and flew to the identical top as Luca. I fired [Air Shotgun] repeatedly. It appeared that she couldn’t ignore me and he or she shifted her purpose to me.

“That’s annoying. Crawl beneath me now!” (Luca)

“No thanks. Why don’t you cease trying down on individuals?” (Emilia)

Luca threw scales with out listening to my reply, however I moved to the aspect to keep away from it. Nevertheless, it is perhaps as a result of she was studying my motion, the scales had been launched earlier than I prevented it, so I kicked the scaffolding made with mana and escaped to the underside as if falling.

“How lengthy are you going to run away!? When you cease shifting, it is going to be your last-… Hmm!?” (Luca)

Maybe, she was aiming for the opening once I landed on the bottom. Luca, who twisted her physique, was displaying a salvo motion, however she abruptly stopped that motion. That was as a result of I, who ought to have fallen to the bottom, began to rise in an arc, and was nonetheless within the air like she was.

“Heh… you possibly can fly too. I used to be actually stunned.” (Luca)

“This isn’t the one benefit I’ve although.” (Emilia)

“So? Do you assume you’re on an equal footing with me?” (Luca)

Luca, who recovered from agitation, unfold her arms with a fearless smile, and the magic formations engraved throughout her physique started to emit a suspicious gentle. Then, the monsters that had been flying above us started to descend one after one other, and commenced to collect round Luca. Up till now, the monsters within the sky had barely appeared on the troops on the bottom and solely proceeded to the partitions that protected Sandor, however now, it appeared that they had been known as by Luca’s orders.

“I’ll reward the braveness to problem alone. However sorry, you’re not equal to me. I’ll do my finest to kill you.” (Luca)

“Do you imply that delight and dignity don’t matter to guard your grasp’s life?” (Emilia)

“It’s not that I don’t perceive it. What good is delight when killing one another?” (Luca)

“…Certainly. I additionally didn’t say you’re a coward both.” (Emilia)

I additionally understood that there was no hesitation in struggling stigma for Sirius-sama, and that it was meaningless if I couldn’t survive because of this. Thus, I wouldn’t complain, however I didn’t like this example the place we had been outnumbered by a lot of enemies. I didn’t assume I may actually battle, but when the opponent meant to take action…

“Properly then, I’ll do my finest to problem you. I believe you misunderstood one factor, however I’m not the one one preventing you.” (Emilia)

“The place are they? Are you going to ask assist from the previous man or the individuals working down there?” (Luca)

“That’s not it. I’ll be preventing collectively… with my household!” (Emilia)

Similtaneously my phrases, a considerable amount of water spouted from the bottom, knocking the monsters round Luca to the bottom one after one other. The monsters had been attacked by fist-sized pebbles of water launched from a mass of water, however it was virtually no totally different from a rock as a result of it was fired with great velocity. Whereas Luca was opening her eyes to the sudden assault, the water steadily started to vary form and it turned an enormous water golem earlier than lining up beside me.

“Reese, let me know instantly should you assume it’s unimaginable.” (Emilia)

[I’m fine. Leave them to me!] (Reese)

I heard Reese’s voice via the magic device, however to be trustworthy, I used to be a bit fearful. Reese herself was close to the wall, so the hazard was the least since she was now treating the injured on the spot regardless that she created a water golem and helped me out. Because the distance to this spot was far, the burden of dealing with the water golem shouldn’t be regular. Nonetheless, I took affirmation from one other household, whereas remaining reliant on Reese to battle along with me.

“Fia-san, the burden is prone to improve for some time. Please maintain me.” (Emilia)

[Understood. Don’t hold back!] (Fia)

I additionally borrowed the assistance of Fia, who had joined the central unit and was sniping monsters with a bow from a really lengthy distance. Honestly, I may leap excessive with my magic, however I couldn’t fly or keep freely within the sky. Nevertheless, simply as the person who may see the Hearth Spirit that we fought as soon as amplified the facility of the Flame Wolf, I borrowed the facility of the Wind Spirit via Fia, and I used to be capable of fly freely because it was. In fact, it wasn’t solely that…

“That is the true equal footing to you. [Air Shot].” (Emilia)

“Such magic on me huh… Gyaahh!?” (Luca)

The ability of magic had additionally jumped up a number of instances. Luca was calm even after getting hit with superior magic, however my magic amplified by the Wind Spirits was highly effective sufficient to blow her away. Nevertheless, that didn’t damage Luca, and he or she quickly regained her posture and got here again right here.

“I see. You appear to be value researching.” (Luca)

“There’s no want for that. Your analysis ends at this time.” (Emilia)

“What an attention-grabbing response. Then, strive me.” (Luca)

When Luca unfold her 4 wings, gazing me abominably, the magic formations engraved throughout his physique started to shine. It was going to be severe… any longer. I took a deep breath and held my favourite knife in my hand.