As I walked deeper into the laboratory, which was half destroyed by the black roar, I found a spiral staircase leading to the basement.

　As I slowly descended the stairs, I found a huge number of creepy machines lined up all around me.

"What the heck is this ......?

　The huge beaker in front of me was filled with a clear orange liquid, with a pale stone floating in it.

It's ...... not a very comfortable place to be.

　In the direction of Rose's gaze, there was a mysterious machine that looked like a water reservoir, beeping high-pitched like an electrocardiograph.

Hmmm... ....... It looks like they're studying the Reishougan here.

　Dr. Leia muttered to herself as she picked up the pale blue ore.

　As he walked straight through the dim, stagnant air of the lab, he encountered five researchers.

You are ...... Kuro Fist!

And Thor and Zaku were killed by ......?

Oh, ....... It's over, .......

　I'm not sure if this is a good idea or not.

I don't think I need to introduce myself. I'm sure you'll be able to figure out what's going on.　You can resist if you want, but you'll only end up hurting yourself.

　Then the doctor snapped his fingers.

"What?

　The researchers screamed in unison.

　And then.

"This is .......

　One of the researchers took the lead and began to lead them to the back of the room.

　At the back of the room, there was a prison with bars down, and in it was Leah, her hands and feet bound.

"Hi, Leah!

Oh, Allen!　Rose, Leia, too!

　From the looks of it, she's not seriously injured.

　I'm relieved to see that she's okay.

"Where are the keys?

"It's right here: ......!

　After receiving the key from the researcher, the doctor unlocked the cell and then removed the chains from Leah's hands and feet.

　Then.

"Allen!

Whoa!

　Leah was released from her restraints and jumped into my chest.

I was scared ....... I was really scared. ......

　I'm not sure what to do, but I'm going to do it.

I'm sorry I'm late. ....... I'm sorry it took me so long to find this lab. ......

No, it's fine. ....... Thank you, Allen. ....... I knew you'd find it. ......!

　She had tears in the corners of her eyes, but she smiled like a big flower.

"......!

　I'm not sure what to do.

I'm not sure if I'm going to be able to do that.

　I turned my head away slightly and asked the question.

Yes. They drew a little blood, but other than that, they didn't do anything to me.

Well, I'm really glad to hear that. ......

　And as Leah and I were talking.

"...... Leah. I know how you feel, but you're being a little too goofy .......

　I'm not sure if this is a good idea, but it's a good idea.

I'm not sure what to say. I'm sorry, Allen ....... I got a little carried away. ......

"Oh, ...... don't worry about it .......

　And as Leah and I slowly pulled away.

This is an unexpected windfall,.......

　I'm not sure if you've seen this before, but I'm sure you've.

"A great harvest, ......?

Oh. As far as I know, this is the first time in the world that the Kuro Organization's laboratories have been seized. This is a big deal, Allen!

　She said, and slapped me on the back.

It's because of you, Rose, and Lise's help.

Haha. ....... You're as humble as ever. ....... I'm the opposite.

　The teacher laughed for a moment and then clapped his hands.

Now, it's time for you to go home.

What are you going to do?

I've got a lot of work to do, including detaining these guys, throwing them in the holy knight's jail, and then accompanying them to ...... a crime scene inspection.

　She said with a shrug.

I'm not going to lie, I could really use your help too. ....... This is the job of the "Chancellor of the Five Schools", as you know. ....... You can't force your duties on the students.



　Apparently, it's not something we can help you with from here on out.

Thank you very much for your help. We'll be right here.

Thank you, doctor!

Excuse me.

　Just as Leah, Rose, and I were about to leave, we heard someone running down the spiral staircase at a tremendous speed.

"Who is it?

　I stood in front of the exhausted Leah and Rose, and immediately drew my sword.

　And then...

I'm sure you'll be happy to hear that,....... I'm back. I'm back,......!

　A large amount of sweat appeared on his forehead and he was breathing heavily on his shoulders.

I'm not sure.

　I'm sure you've heard that he's out on border patrol,........

You're late. ...... Where have you been grazing, No. 18?

"I'm sorry, too. ...... As soon as I got the call, I started running as fast as I could. ...... As you can imagine, it took me quite a while. ......

　He explained, breathlessly.

You can't help it. ....... --Here's the next job. Just in case, escort Allen and the others to the Thousand Blade Academy. It would be great if you could take care of Rose, especially since she's so worn out.

I'm sure you'll be happy to hear that.

　I'm sure you'll find a lot of people who'd like to have a look at it.

　And.

"Well, well, well, folks. ......!　I'm here,......, and I'm going to be on a big boat,....... Let's go ......!

　We climbed up the spiral staircase with No. 18 in the lead.

I'm sure you'll agree.　I'm not sure if you'll be able to find the right one for you.

　I'm not sure if I'm going to be able to do it, but I'm going to try.

I'll be back.

　In the forest, far north of the institute.

"...... Hey, come on, Usnoro. You're alive, aren't you?

　The unharmed Thor called out to the wounded Zaku.

I'm sure you can handle it. ....... But I can't ...... move a single finger.

　He then shook his head weakly.

It's a good idea to have a good idea of what you're doing. I'm not sure what to make of it.

I'm not sure what to say. If it weren't for that, there wouldn't even be a piece of meat left. ......

　This is a great way to make sure you are getting the most out of your time with your family.

I'm not sure what to say. I'm not sure if this is a good idea, but it's a good idea.　It's a great way to make sure you're getting the most out of your money.

　I'm sure you'll be happy to know that I'm not the only one who's a bit of a jerk.

I'm not sure what to make of this. It's a good idea to have a good idea of what you're looking for.

　I'm sure you've heard of it, but I'm not sure if you've seen it.

I'm not sure what to make of that. I'm sure you'll be able to figure it out. Were you able to beat Kuro Fist?

You can't do that, can you?　It's impossible to beat the transcendent in the first place. I ran away as fast as I could with my tail between my legs.

　Thor said this without any hesitation.

　From her point of view, the battle with Kuro Fist Leia-Rasnaught was only good as long as she was alive.
　There was no way she could win in the first place - she had made up her mind.

I'm not sure what to make of this.

I'm not sure what to make of this. It is dangerous to assume that there is only one soul armor, right?

　Thor then took out two daggers.
　＜The Mimic Art is a rare two-for-one soul armor.
　The only person who knows about this is Zaku, my partner of several years.

You're still using the same cunning tricks. ......

You can say what you want, but my philosophy is that life is victory.

　And so, once the information was shared.

"Well, ......, let's go home for now.

"Oh, yes.

　Thor carried the Zaku on his small body and disappeared into the night.



It's so heavy, man!　Lose weight, right here, right now!

"Ha, ha, ha. ....... Don't be absurd. ......

I'll be back.

　After returning safely to the dormitory, Leah and I decided to have a very late supper.



　I guess she was really hungry. ...... Leah ate really well that day.

I wondered, "Isn't it possible to eat that much and not get fat? ......? I wondered, but I swallowed hard because it was not polite to ask a woman about her weight.

　Anyway, the sight of a huge refrigerator full of foodstuffs being emptied out in just one meal was quite spectacular.

　Afterwards, Leah, who had finished her bath earlier, was brushing her hair, humming in a good mood.

"Mmmmmmmmmmmmmmmmmmmm ......!

　I'm not sure what to make of this.
　It's a great way to make sure you're getting the most out of your vacation.

I'll take a bath with you then.

"Oh, yes. Take your time and get rid of the fatigue.

Oh, thank you.

　By the time I got out of the bath and finished getting ready for bed, it was already around 2 am.

I'm going to turn off the light, okay?

Yes, please.

　I turned off the light and got into bed with Leah.

　The soft mattress gently supports my body, and the warm quilt wraps around my body.
　I felt my body relax, and at the same time, the fatigue of the day seemed to melt away.

"Good night, Leah.

"Good night, Allen.

　And so we fell asleep quietly.



　--Five minutes and ten minutes later.



"...... Hey, Allen. ...... Are you still awake?

　Leah whispered in a small voice.

"...... I'm up.

"...... I see.

Oh. What's wrong, ......?

　I asked her.

I said, "...... I'm feeling a little restless.

　She muttered in a weak voice with a hint of anxiety in it.

　She'd been kidnapped by the Kuro Organization and held in that creepy laboratory all day.
　I guess it's understandable.

"Well, ....... Then let's talk about something fun, shall we?　Or ...... well, how about I fix you a hot cup of tea?

　I said a quick, soothing idea.

"Well, ...... if you'd like... ......

　She was mumbling, which was unusual for Leah.

"......?　Anything you want, just say it.

　I said as gently as I could.

"Well, you know, ....... Can I hold your hand ......?

　She said, her voice quivering.

She said, her voice trembling, "Oh, yeah. ....... Sure, sure. ......

　I was a little surprised by the unexpected request, but if this is what Leah wanted, there was no reason to refuse.

　A little nervous, I reached out my right hand to Leah.

"Oh, thank you .......

　Her small hand gently covered mine.

　So I went to sleep with her again today, a little nervous about the distance between us that was getting closer and closer every day.