I sometimes don't really understand women's thought process. After telling Luna about the dungeon and that it might be dangerous even for us, the only thing she was.
“Let's do it!”
“...Luna, did you hear what I just said?“
“Yes?“
“What's with the question mark?! I just told you it might be dangerous even for us three.“
“It's fine~”
“...“
Nothing is fine! I don't care if others get hurt, but not you. I won't let you get hurt untill I'm beside you.
“Listen Ai. This dungeon is dangerous but more than being dangerous it's more interesting.“
“How so?“
“Have you ever heard of monsters that don't leave the dungeon even after the grace period?“
“No.“
“Yes, exactly! That means it's an artificial dungeon! A dungeon in command of someone. And what if it's in command of a demon? It will be more dangerous but we will kill an intelligent demon. Intelligent enough to control a dungeon. That's why I want to go.“
“That's... why I don't want you to go there...“
“..? Why? Is it something... you know?“
“No no no. Well, atleast I don't think I should know it. But the characteristics of the monster is similar to somewhere I have been before.“
“Huh? You mean the place you were forcibly transported to?“
“Yes. That's why—”
“Then we should go for sure!“
“Huh?!“
“We will be able to find the culprit who sent there!“
“... What?“
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It was now five days after that event with Luna. I don't understand her reasoning but she says that I don't have to worry. But, that thing or dungeon... might be related to me. I am not sure. I can't be sure. I... don't know anymore.
We were called to the Headmaster's office, today. It's probably about the dungeon and after entering the office, it certainly was about it.
They talked about how they would put our safety above others and what not. I didn't say anything. It was all on Luna and Mira, and somehow... she managed to convince Mira for this, too.
“So, you guys are going, confirmed?“ (Grikl)
“Yes!“ (Luna)
“Yes” (Mira)
“Alright, you will be assigned with the other confirmed teams.and groups. Aces and Raid Parties from multiple Empires will also be escortimg them.“ (Grikl)
“Okay.Also, can we get the information about the dungeon?“ (Luna)
“Yes, should I send it to your individual residence or give it here?“ (Grikl)
“Residence, please.“ (Airu)
“Alright.“ (Grikl)
“Then, we will be going.“ (Luna)
“Yes. Also, Airu, can you stay for a bit?“ (Grikl)
“Hmm?“ (Airu)
“Why? Can't you tell it in front of us?“ (Luna)
“Ahh... It's... Something confidential.“ (Grikl)
... Probably about the dungeon. Ian also told me that they will request something of us.
“Alright.“ (Airu)
“But—” (Luna)
“It's okay. No need to worry. You both go to the plaza outside the academy a bit. I will meet you guys there, okay?“ (Airu)
“Okay...“ (Luna)
After consoling Luna a bit more, she finally left with Mira. I can understand her worry, and I love her for that.
“Now, let's get to the point Head Master.“
“Yes. So, about this dungeon, I think you already know about it right?“
“Yes, mostly.“
“Alright, then I won't beat around the bush. This dungeon is dangerous. Too dangerous in fact. There is a reason why we are asking the students for this dangerous reason and also giving them time to think about it.“
“About the Raid Teams sent, right?“
“Yes... The fact that we didn't get much out of it regarding the sacrifice, is saddening. But, we can't do anything about.“
“...“
“Now, it's a dungeon that doesn't let much mana or aura use. And there isn't many around us that can fight much without their energy beside... you.... Your fight with Sir Krawel, was one of the reason why we decided something.“
“Hmm?“
“We want you to be the head commander...“
“...Even though there would be multiple Aces present?“
“Yes. Sir Krawel, was going to be the commander, but he isn't present due to... his injuries. He strongly recommend you.“
“Sorry, but no.“
“Huh? B-but—”
“Listen, I don't wish to or want to command a bunch of kids with grown adult. I am even going due to Luna. I strongly rejected the idea of us even going. The sole reason I am even going is to protect my beloved.“
“...Beloved???“
“... You don't know?“
“???“
“I am dating Luna.“
“...“
What the? What's with the gaped face?
“What is it?“
“N-no, nothing. You... uhh, you do know her status right?“
“Yes.“
“Then—”
“Then what? I don't really care if she is royalty or not. I love her and that is all there is.“
“Hmm, Alright. Again, you won't consider being the commander?“
“No.“
“... Alright. Besides that, there is something else.“
“..?“
“The assassins we encountered during your trial, well... They are all dead.“
“Dead? How?“
“That's what we would like to know too. We had a pretty good security but they died. After examining the body, we found some placed magic on them that we couldn't detect.“
“Is that so... Well nevermind that. I wasn't worried about it.“
“Haah... Okay. Forget what we said. I hope you guys will be safe in this adventure.“
“Yes, thank you. I will be going then.“
“Yes.“
..
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I was currently in the plaza shopping with Luna and Mira. They didn't ask me about what the Headmaster told me and I appreciate that.
“So, do you guys have any plans about the dungeon?“ (Mira)
“Yes, but still we are not even that sure ourselves.“ (Luna)
“Is that so... It has really weird characteristics.“ (Mira)
“Yeah, and that's why I want to go that much!“ (Luna)
“Calm down, Luna. It's also that much dangerous.“ (Airu)
“I know, that's why we are shopping!“ (Luna)
“Huh? You are shopping clothes due to that?“
“... Dummy.” (Luna)
“I agree.“ (Mira)
“???” (Airu)
What the!? Why the 'dummy' though? And that was a serious question, no???
TBC-
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