Volume 9 Chapter 30 The Princess And The Hunter
As Kanami was engulfed by the enormous magic circle, the moment she regained control of her body, she aimed her Ferger at both hands and put her finger on the trigger.
"W-Wait...!"
There stood a hooded boy in a leather jacket, Nest Anguise.
He raised both hands and stepped back in response to the aimed gun.
Kanami quickly lowered the gun.
"I apologize."
"No, it's fine. More importantly, do you know Bertina;s location?"
Upon Nest's question, Kanami activated Clairvoyance with 'Shayka Eyes.'
The place where the two were seemed to be within a forest, with large trees surrounding them.
It was not the mountain they were in just a moment ago. The vegetation and the density of the trees were completely different.
A magic circle floated in the sky.
It seemed that they had been transported to a different place by that magic.
The issue was that, no matter how much she used Clairvoyance, she couldn't see any sign of her other companions.
Naturally, there is no sign of Lisha and Bertina, whom the two should protect.
"Bertina..."
"She's not here. I don't see anyone else either."
"No way!"
Nest let out a desperate voice.
"Was I unable to protect her again...?"
Despite being on high alert, Nest was shocked by how easily the "key" was taken from him.
Seeing him like that, Kanami spoke with a resolute attitude.
"As a guardian, what good does it do to be shaken by such things? If the enemy can freely move through space, it's natural to think that Lisha is being held in another place. If the 'key' requires magic expertise, there should be life."
"I-is that true...?"
"Yes"
Kanami nodded.
'Where is such certainty to be found, I wonder.'
From the choker around her neck, Talim's voice was emitted to Kanami alone.
There can't be any certainty.
However, in this situation, there is no other way to think.
Without hope, humans cannot move. Kanami is able to stay motivated because she has hope that Yuusuke and the Four Heroes are there.
"...What is that?"
While using Clairvoyance, Kanami noticed something.
Among the trees that looked like copy-paste, it stood out as being different. The trees were clearly twisted with some intention, forming an arch.
Yes, it was just like...
"A door――?"
"Yes."
The moment the voice was heard, Kanami and Nest aimed their guns and bows.
Kanami didn't notice.
Even though Clairvoyance was activated, she didn't notice their existence until she heard the voice.
For Kanami, it was a familiar sight, a man wearing armor that could be considered an antique in modern Japan.
In his right hand, he wield a lance, and in his left hand, a kite shield.
"He's!"
Nest trembled as he drew his bow.
On the other side, the man prepared his armor as if to raise the lance and let out a war cry.
"I am the grimoire of justice, Vincent Luger! Invaders, stand before my justice and face me fair and square!"
A thunderous shock was unleashed from Luger, causing the trees to sway.
The lance he held trembled and hummed.
—Here you are, the Grimoire.
Kanami had naturally heard the rumors. She didn't know who would come, but the ones who appeared were the enemies who had fought Mevia and Sebas, suffering a defeat with no chance to retaliate.
From the situation, it can be inferred that their other companions were also divided and welcomed in the same manner.
Kanami took a step forward, repelling the pressure unleashed by Luger, and raised her voice loudly.
"I am Kanami Ländtor Sith Fador! The guardian of the 'key' entrusted to me! Vincent Luger, boasting fair and square while drawing others into his castle, is quite amusing!"
In a battlefield where even seasoned warriors flee, Kanami fulfilled her duty from the rear, just as formidable in her vocal strength as a Luger. The courage she displayed was extraordinary.
In response, Luger expressed surprise,
"Hmm, I thought you were a delicate maiden, but it seems you have quite the courage. Nevertheless, it's laughable. Your presence here is a result of your own weakness. Those who sneer at tactics on the battlefield are not present."
"Isn't it despicable to exploit the situation for personal gain and abduct people?"
Criticizing the New World (Try Order) for intervening in the God-Demon War between humans and demons, Luger replied without hesitation,
"Of course. In the face of a grand cause that looks far ahead, cowardice and despicableness are insignificant. Eliminating the invaders who obstruct our lord's long-cherished wish is our justice."
"...A self-righteous person intoxicated with justice, huh?"
Kanami gave up on breaking through with dialogue. No matter how much she talked, it was meaningless.
In this situation, there was no choice but to use bullets instead of words.
When Kanami put her finger on the trigger, surprisingly, it was Luger who stopped her.
"Wait, invader. Although I would like to thrust a spear into your head immediately, there is something I must tell you about this battle."
"What is it?"
Luger pointed his spear towards the back, as if indicating something.
"As you might have guessed, the 'key' and your comrades are still alive. Your comrades, just like you, are probably about to start the fight now. There is a door ahead."
Kanami recalled the arch of trees she saw earlier with Clairvoyance.
"Beyond that door, my lord and the hero should be facing each other. And further ahead, the 'keys' are waiting."
"If you want to help, why don't you go first?"
"That door is where we play the role of the lock. If you can defeat me, the door will open. But that's impossible."
Even from Kanami's perspective, he has no idea at all what principles this space is based on.
Even considering the disappearance of Yuusuke and Kougaru's magic, it's unlikely that Kanami can do any magic to change the situation.
If that's the case, the only way to reunite with the other comrades is to defeat Luger.
"I understand the rules. Well then, let's make a hole in the top of that helmet and pierce through."
"Go ahead and try, invaders. Our justice will never break, no matter what hardships we face."
Spears and guns are pointed at each other, and magic power flows.
The next moment, both attacks hit head-on in a straight line.
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