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The school was half destroyed, so we started summer break early.

Most of the students have gone back home, and it's quiet in the dorms.

I don't have anything to do at home, so I decided to stay here.

But it turns out, there's nothing to do here either.

Then I got a letter from Alpha.

So the time has come to settle old accounts.

Yes, of course, it's the final resting place of ancient memories and demonic

grudges.

The sacred land, Lindworm.

Another day.

Another beautiful me.

Perfection.

When I met Lord Shadow, I gained the power to fight against two fates.

What is that?

This is the power to change your fate.

When you can change your form at will, You can change a fate doomed to defeat.

You can be victorious.

Fate?

Change your fate.

And take hold of the truth that lurks in the shadows of this world.

Take hold.

Take hold?

Of the truth?

My lord, I swear to you, I will claim victory.

Over nature.

Crimson eyes that sparkle brighter than the moon in the heavens.

Supple locks whose luster put the finest silk to shame. The words he speaks cause

even the demons to cower in fear. A man in the purest black that is virile yet

beautiful. I see.

So you, with your muscles finely sculpted and your visage a sublime

perfection, you're the stray dog that's been snapping at the cultists of late.

You would call Lord Shadow a stray dog?

My name is Shadow.

He who lurks in the shadows and hunts the shadows, I will be the one to lead

that beautiful young elf to her salvation.

Lord Shadow!

My apologies.

I shouldn't have kept you waiting, my charming elf.

Now that I'm here, I will... I will... No good.

It seems just a little too overly dramatic.

Maybe I should go outside and get some fresh air.

Where did I leave my clothes?

Good morning, Beta.

Good morning, Epsilon.

Is it my imagination?

I feel as if our Lord Shadow has been looking my way more frequently as of

late. Many times I have felt the intense passion of his gaze right here at my

supple bosom, you see.

That can't be right! It must be some mistake!

Oh, it's no mistake.

Please, surely you've noticed it yourself, Beta.

After all, you and I are definitely much more aware of those sorts of glances.

That's true.

But is it right for me?

Little old me to charm our eminent master like that.

I Mean you felt the Lord's impassioned gaze yourself.

Haven't you after all your boobs are far larger than my meager bus What I mean,

no, I what's this? Have you not felt his gaze?

See what are you two doing? May I ask? Oh, oh Hey, good morning there

new is there something the matter?

We have received a directive from Lady Alpha.

This is a very successful business, I see. Everyone in the capital is talking

about this place. They have everything, and it's all the best quality.

Well, I really only came to help you shop for your upcoming trip.

But I see.

It's a fascinating place.

Isn't it? And you really should be aware of the trends in the royal capital.

You can follow the trends if you want, but don't forget why you're here.

You're heading off to the Sacred Land as a special guest for the Goddess' trial.

I know, I know.

But it's normal for the special guest to mingle with the Archbishop, remember?

I can use that time as an opportunity to look into the dark rumors about

corruption and missing orphans.

And since I'm just a helpless little princess, no one will suspect a thing.

It's true that people are less guarded around you than around me.

Now I'm starting to think that maybe I shouldn't have told you about the

investigation.

Pardon me, your highness.

I'm terribly sorry I didn't pay my respects sooner.

I am the president of this humble establishment, you see?

My name is Luna.

Delicious.

The citrus one is really good, too.

It's an unusual flavor.

I will take both of them. Send them to my dorm, please.

Thank you for your patronage. It's very much appreciated.

If you have any more new products, will you choose some for me?

Absolutely, I will, your highness.

Alexia, the reason we came here was to prepare for your trip. I know, I know.

Oh, you will be traveling?

To the sacred land.

My, my, my.

Then allow me to select some items that you may need.

Oh, thank you.

I won't be needing it for my trip, but I wonder if you could show me some

articles of clothing that perhaps you would recommend?

If you're looking for party dresses, we already ordered you several that should

suffice. Oh no, it's nothing like that. I want something that's more for

everyday wear, you know? Something that's more casual. Are you meaning as a

gift for a friend?

Um, not exactly a gift.

But it's not exactly for me either.

Then may I suggest something along these lines?

Wait, but those are... Those are women's undergarments. They are called thong

underwear.

Thong underwear?

Um, I feel that there is not enough fabric coverage, and I can also see

through some of it. It is my understanding that these are very

pleasing to the menfolk.

Menfolk?

Alexia, don't tell me that you... Iris.

I... I am confident that I have a finely shaped buttocks. That is not the issue.

Unhand... those panties look iris i am confident that i have a finely shaved

you have already said that your highness you may try them on if you like i'd love

to oh you will not You're plotting to put them on, then take advantage of my

confusion to buy them.

Princess Iris, I believe you've been given the wrong impression.

A thong is an undergarment that was made for women.

That's not what you said a minute ago.

I happen to be wearing one right now.

See? Even under a dress of such thin fabric, there's no panty line visible.

Amazing, Iris. You have to see this. No, thank you.

I'll just step into the dressing room.

Alexia! Hold it right there, Alexia.

Now see here. You need to take off your shoes and fold your clothes. So nice to

the touch.

Now how does it feel to wear?

Alexia! How can you... Those garments are completely see-through. They cover

just barely enough. That is not enough. It is clearly revealing your... Anyway,

no. You can't have them. I won't allow it. And you won't change your mind?

I will not change my mind.

I see.

But Iris... Alexia, what are you... Look, Iris.

I refuse to be bombarded with words I don't need to hear.

I want to value the words of those who will acknowledge me despite my worthless

existence. But that's... Please, you... If you refuse to allow me this thong,

Iris, then I, of course, will yield. I very much want to wear a thong to win

him. I mean...

I have a strong personal desire to wear a thong, but I will yield.

So please answer me this, Iris.

Do thongs really deserve your absolute and unwavering rejection?

Iris.

I wouldn't necessarily say absolute.

Then I will take them.

I'd like to buy this, and a few of the same in different patterns.

Oh, and that G-string. Can I wear that on?

Oh well... This way's no good either! Break it down!

Stop the fire from spreading! If it goes underground, it'll do more damage! I

found another one! These wounds are deep! Get him to the infirmary! It's a

separate building! The fire won't reach it!

Sit, Kagano.

I'm dead.

Thank heavens.

I'm so glad you're alive.

Your unwavering effort and love must have produced a miracle.

I acknowledge and accept all of your feelings for me.

You sacrificed yourself for my life.

So now I... I will give you my heart.

In that moment, I felt the hand of destiny.

My dear Cid, you are the one.

Yeah.

I'm gonna need some space.

We won't be arriving in the Sacred Land for two days, so let's relax and get

plenty of rest.

Good idea.

The sacred land's so close. I could have just sprinted at full speed and I'd be

there. Taking an economy class seat on the train like a proper background

character? Big mistake.

Are you okay?

I'm fine. It's nothing.

She happened to find me at the station. She said we should go together and

wouldn't take no for an answer.

Say when.

When.

I assume you're going for the Goddess' trial then as well?

Uh, yeah. That would be correct.

I figure that's what Alpha summoned me for.

I've seen the real you, Cid.

I know how very brave you are.

I am quite certain that our path together will be a thorny one.

No one will give us their blessing or approve of our union.

The most popular religion in this world is the Divine Teachings.

It's a faith that worships the sacred tenants of the goddess Beatrix.

But it is said that after the goddess granted the legendary heroes her powers,

they built up wealth from humble beginnings and married the princesses of

great kingdoms.

So I believe that at the end of every thorny path there awaits a blessed and

happy future.

If you can make it through the goddess' trial, I will be able to speak to my

father of an incredibly brave young man.

One of the holy sites in these divine teachings is where we're headed now,

Lindworm.

It's where the goddess descended upon the earth to grant power to three

heroes.

Supposedly. We will follow this thorny path and overcome its obstacles

together. In consequence, our love will be bound ever more tightly.

This is that thing.

Unfortunately, we can't speak of this to anyone yet. But let us do all that we

can for our bright, happy future.

Love, happiness, the future.

It's such a typical cliche.

She's trying to convert me to her religion.

Yeah, I'm gonna need some space.

Somehow, I evaded her non-stop two-day missionary efforts.

And I finally arrived at the sacred land of Lindworm.

Just then, a black rose shone in the night sky.

And its petals rained down upon the warriors.

The beautiful petals fluttered down and touched the warriors on their right

hands. Why is every one of these a left arm? Legend has it that this is where

the hero Olivier cut off the left arm of the demon Diablos long ago. And

somewhere within the steep mountains surrounding the sacred land are ruins

known as the Sanctuary.

They say that is where they have sealed away the left arm of Diablos.

Yeah, that makes sense. Which would explain the sword and left arm.

My favorite author Natsume is having a book signing. I'm her biggest fan.

Natsume? She's a popular novelist known for her tremendous imagination and her

fresh and original world building.

Romance, mystery, action, fairy tales.

She even writes literature in the classic style.

She's a master of every genre and her stories are so diverse. It's like

they're written by different people. It's amazing.

Sounds like she covers everything. Almost like she's been reborn. I mean,

never mind. I didn't say anything.

The Midsummer Natsume Collection.

Hmm.

Hmm?

I am a dragon.

Romeo and Julieta.

Asherella. Crimson Riding Hood.

Star, it's a trap wars.

The One Purse. Dragon Ball X.

Kageno Jitsuiku.

I can't read it.

The plagiarism is so blatant, it's almost refreshing.

This can't be a coincidence.

There must be someone else who's been reincarnated from... Guess I'm going to

need to make sure.

What does she think

she's doing?

So how's business?

Well, I really can't complain.

My name's getting out there, people know me.

And it's all thanks to your wisdom, my lord.

First Gamma, and now her?

Beta told me she likes literature, so I told her a few stories from my past

life.

The idea was that she could use them as inspiration to come up with a cool

story.

I didn't expect her to steal them wholesale to make a profit.

Here you-

It contains all the details of the mission.

Beta, beta, beta.

I'm disappointed in you.

I didn't know you were a fan of Natsume's work, too.

No, I just... Oh, look at this!

She personalized it with my name when she was signing her autograph.

Signing autographs? Has she absolutely no shame? So, did you also get your

autograph personalized?

Oh, now that you mention it.

Wait, are those ancient letters?

Looks like it, yeah.

Can you read them?

Ancient writing isn't a required course, so I really only know the very basics.

And these letters look like they are written in extreme shorthand, so I'm not

sure if the meaning would come across even if I could read it.

Uh-huh. But why would she write in the ancient alphabet?

Why would she... Because it's cool, obviously.

Because it's...

It's cool?

Yeah, it's very cool.

Yeah, very cool.

I didn't realize that's the kind of thing men were into.

It is time. We want to know the truth.

Great hero Olivier, what did you really do at the place they call the Sanctuary?

The more we unravel the threads of history's darkness, the more fact

mingles with fiction.

Tell me, Archbishop Drake.

What is it you were hiding all this time?

If you were only able to speak, I would love to hear your answers.

Who killed you?

Would they dispose of a man even of your high status?

Tomorrow we wait for the moment that the doors finally opened.

Your Grace!

Archbishop Drake!

What sacrilege! Lock down the cathedral at once!

Don't let the murderer escape!

The bells ring out to announce the arrival of Chaos.

And I look down on the proceedings from my high vantage point.

Yes, this is how I like it.

I won't fault you for making that choice.

But it won't be enough to change the ultimate outcome.

A magically infused sword strikes your victim.

I must say I would expect nothing less of Epsilon the Precise.

I got Alpha's letter. I mean, the mission.

Yes, the mission.

How's it going?

The target was eliminated by the cult executioner.

We took out his henchmen, but the executioner has gone into hiding.

An executioner?

How cool.

We are moving on to plan B.

So cool.

Very well, then. Well, you do know what that means, right? We are prepared for

the consequences.

I will proceed with my own plans.

Do not fail me. Sir.

Epsilon is a very proud woman.

I can tell by the amount of slime she's piled onto herself.