89 Chapter-88 Dealing with "Blanche" pt-4
(Elsewhere)
"Hehehe....this is it!" (Mob)
"We have successfully bypassed the security, all we need to do now is copy all this data of the drive...." (Mob)
"...and we will have access to all the cutting-edge technology of this country!" (Mob)
Four individuals could be seen standing near the mainframe located deep within the library, in the restricted section.
Three of them wore black uniforms, symboling their status as the members of [Blanche] whereas the individual wore the [First-High School] dress.
The individuals wearing the black uniforms had a similar disturbing grin on their faces.
But strangely, the last individual had a lost expression on their face, as if they were debating their choices.
(Mibu Sayaka POV)
I was lost in my thoughts.
So much so that I didn't even care about what my teammates were doing.
I was questioning the morality behind my actions.
The leader told us that the reason behind our actions was to establish equality among magicians and authorities.
But if that is true, then...
Why do we need to steal the cutting-edge technology of the country?
Why did we attack the hall?
What was the gain from our actions and how were we contributing to making our goal a reality?
Was I doing the right thing?
I had so many questions but no one to ask.
Chuuu!...
Huh?
I turned to look at the door which was making a strange noise.
Chuuu!...
What is happening?
Suddenly, the gaps between the door started giving off lots of light.
"Guys!? The door seems to b—" (Mibu)
Bam!...
A snapping sound resounded throughout the room and the metal door was sliced into two halves!
A handsome man with a few feminine features entered the room through the sliced door.
He wore an army-green shirt and pants, a serious expression could be spotted on his face as he looked towards the 'enemy'.
"Alright, I wouldn't hurt you if you guys surrender..." (Naotsugu)
Even though the tone behind his words didn't sound at all threatening but the atmosphere immediately solidified.
It was as if a terrifying animal was looking at them, warning them to not make any stupid decisions and act rashly.
"D-Damn it! W-Why is Chiba Naotsugu here!?..." (Mob)
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(Third person POV)
The [Blanche] members had a terrified expression on their faces as they seemed to realize the identity of the newcomer.
It wasn't their first time seeing Chiba Naotsugu the latter had been deployed a lot of times to oppose them before.
Unfortunately, this fact also implied that they had witnessed the terrifying power the said individual possessed.
They knew that they couldn't hope to win against him if the latter decided to confront them.
But what they couldn't understand was; what was the youngest sword master doing here at [First-High School]?
"Shit!..." (Mob)
Knowing that there wasn't anything that they could do currently, one of them raised his hands towards Naotsugu.
A spell sequence appeared in front of his hand unfortunately before he could launch his attack.
The said person immediately disappeared from his place and smashed his elbow, deep into the terrorist's stomach.
Knocking the air out of the enemy's lungs as the latter rolled on the ground, holding their stomach in pain.
Naotsugu waved his left hand towards the other two as a powerful force burst out of his body, launching the other two into the machine.
"Argh!..." (Mob)
"I warned you didn't I?" (Naotsugu)
Naotsugu looked towards the three individuals that he had restrained and let out a smile.
Mibu immediately rushed out of the room while Naotsugu was busy restraining one of the terrorists.
The army officer had no interest in dealing with a student, whatsoever. Knowing full well that there was no place for Mibu to hide!
He let her rush outside the room.
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(Sayaka Mibu POV)
Terrifying!
I couldn't even hope to stall for time against someone of his caliber!
Chiba Naotsugu, the youngest sword saint and also one of the strongest members of the Chiba Main Branch.
I ran out of the room while ditching the other three, I knew that if I stayed then there would be no escaping.
After all the things, I helped them do...
There was no turning back now!
"Going somewhere, Mibu Senpai?" (Erika)
I immediately stopped and looked in front of me.
"What are you both doing here?" (Mibu)
In front of me, stood Watanabe Mari and Chiba Erika!
How am I supposed to escape with both of them blocking the way!?
"I can ask you the same question..." (Mari)
"Tch!..." (Mibu)
I have no choice then.
I must fight!
Looking around, I say a sword laying beside me.
I immediately picked up the fallen sword and took a stance.
"It's meaningless to fight, Mibu." (Mari)
"You can't beat either of us much less both of us." (Mari)
"How will you know without trying!?" (Mibu)
"Alright, have it your way!" (Mari)
"Mari-nee, let me fight Mibu Senpai." (Erika)
"Huh? Bu—" (Mari)
"Please!..." (Erika)
"...alright, don't hurt her too much though." (Mari)
"Erik asked us to make sure that no harm befalls her." (Mari)
"Oh? Alright!" (Erika)
"I will try my best!" (Erika)
I saw Erika step towards me, her extendable baton in her hand.
She pointed the tip of her baton in my direction, the same fighting style that Mari-san uses.
I need to be careful.
I will show you that I am no weakling.
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(Inside the hall)
(Erik POV)
After I left the stage, we moved to backstage, after all, I still needed to answer some questions.
So, after arranging for some portable chairs.
We all sat down and hence began the discussion.
"Can you explain what is going on here? Also, weren't you busy with the release of your project?"
Mayumi asked in a confused manner, she wanted to know what was happening and why was her fiance here rather than handling his project.
Erik had a calm expression on his face as he looked towards his fiance.
"Well, as I explained previously." (Erik)
"[Blanche] had been planning to steal the data from the mainframe located deep within the library." (Erik)
"I was able to get this information through certain means, so I decided to collaborate with Katsuto and make sure that the enemy doesn't succeed in their plan." (Erik)
"Also, the news about me being busy was fake, my absence would have certainly made them more carefree." (Erik)
"So why didn't you tell me, Erik?" (Mayumi)
Even though Mayumi tried to not question Erik after he just saved everyone...
...she just couldn't stop herself from asking the question that had been plaguing her mind all this time.
"You were being monitored, Mayumi." (Erik)
"Every original member of the [Student Council] and [Public Morals Committee] was being monitored..." (Erik)
"...so in order to keep [Blanche] from getting suspicious, I chose not to inform you." (Erik)
"What about the Course-2 students who helped you?" (Mayumi)
"There are no Course-2 students involved in the decisions and actions, I made." (Erik)
"What?" (Mayumi)
"The story was just a lie to bridge the differences between the two Courses." (Erik)
"Your approach to the situation was effective but it wasn't enough." (Erik)
"So for convenience sake, I did the necessary." (Erik)
"But doesn't that mean that we are just lying to everyone?" (Mizuki)
"You have a better plan?" (Erik)
"...I-I..." (Mizuki)
"Nevermind, keep the students safe until everything is settled down." (Erik)
"We will do the introductions once everything is back to normal." (Erik)
"Alright..." (Everyone)
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(A/N:-Mayumi's character devlopment in chapter-94.)
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