第７８０堀：新編成 (Part2)
"If you say that, then Solo is also in danger. Besides, I’ve navigated through countless life-or-death situations, so don't worry about it, just as I said before. And I assume it’s fine to mobilize Kirue and the others as well?"
"Of course."
That was the very reason I brought them to the New Continent. The plan was for them to swap places with Kaya and her team, providing support here in the New Continent. They claimed they wanted to see the new land and take a breather, but I feel guilty knowing they’ll likely be buried in work. I’ll have to make sure they get some time off later. Overworking is never good.
"Alright, Deryu, stop by Baide to rendezvous with Kirue and Sasari, then head to Haiden with Solo. I’ll follow once I’ve heard the analysis results on that pseudo-gun."
"Understood. I’m eager to hear the results regarding that weapon as well. Even if it’s just an enchanted staff, I want to know where that design originated. I’ll leave the rest to you."
"Yeah. And Deryu, I don’t think we’ll be late, but don't do anything reckless, alright?"
"Hmph. I know what I’m doing. Well then, shall we go, Solo?"
"Yes. I’ll be in your care."
With that, Deryu, Kirue, and Sasari were officially dispatched to handle the request for protection in Haiden. With those three on the job, they should be able to handle any minor issues that arise. In the meantime, I decided to focus on gathering information regarding the gun.
"Though, for now, all I can do is wait for the analysis results."
As I muttered that, Shera and the others, who were acting as my guards in Ria’s stead, spoke up.
"But it is vital information."
"That’s right. Yuki, you’re always saying that gathering information is important, aren't you?"
"That is correct. Gathering information is essential."
"Yup, yup. If we investigate properly, we can act precisely, right?"
It makes me happy to see all three of them growing so capable.
"Well, you’re right. If we diligently collect even the smallest scraps of information, something might come to light. By the way, the four of you are on New Continent duty this time, right?"
"Yes. This time, we are swapping with the three police officers, Kaya and her team, as well as the three diplomats from the If Continent, Samantha and her team."
"I see. So, Milly, you’re taking Ria’s place?"
"Yes, that’s right!" Milly replied, looking delighted.
Ria was finally taking a break from guard duty for a while—though not exactly to relax, as she was busy looking after the children. Ever since I was kidnapped and summoned here, she had been glued to my side from morning till night. She insisted she was fine, but with Jessica becoming swamped with intercontinental diplomacy, the burden of being my sole guard had become quite heavy.
When I was first kidnapped and brought to the New Continent, Vilia, Hiiro, and Dressa served as my guards due to the emergency. But they are now incredibly busy assisting the Ministry of Foreign Affairs, and above all, they are still students. Well, the same could be said for Aslin and the others, but since their experience is overwhelmingly superior, we decided on Aslin’s group over Vilia’s.
"Though, Seraria and Rurua wanted to come as well," Labyris added.
"What are the Queen and the authority on medicine thinking?"
"If you’re going to say that, Yuki, aren't you the Prince Consort?"
"If we’re going down that road, everyone here is a pillar of Weed."
"Geez, you always have a comeback for everything." Labyris puffed out her cheeks and gave me a light tap.
"Sorry, sorry. Still, I should create an opportunity for Seraria and Rurua to come here as well. Well, Rurua has visited once before, though."
"I have serious doubts about whether that counts as a 'visit'."
"I heard it was terrible. The church basement."
Ah, the torture room. Well, it wasn't just that, but it certainly left quite an impression.
"True, she probably doesn't have good memories of it, so I should bring her here once to change that image."
"Indeed. Now then, let’s go hear about that gun."
"Right, that’s the main point."
I can't afford to get distracted. First, I need to hear about the gun and see if we can figure anything out. And so, with our new formation, we set out once again to face the problems of the New Continent.
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**New Continent Response Team**
Yuki, Deryu, Shera, Milly, Kirue, Sasari, Aslin, Firia, Labyris, Kagura, Mikos, Solo
**Weed Diplomatic Team**
Seraria, Rurua, Eris, Ratz, Ria, Tori, Riel, Kaya, Jessica, Samantha, Cleena, Vilia, Hiiro, Dressa
And thus, the new New Continent countermeasures team has been formed!!
Milly, Kirue, and Sasari are back on the adventure stage for the first time in a while.
Will Aslin, Firia, Labyris, and Shera be causing a ruckus too?
Oh, and of course, if anything happens, reinforcements from Weed will be dispatched immediately!