#55
The upper level of the District 1 Frontier Headquarters.
Temporarily improvised emergency response team meeting room.
“How is the situation on the ground?”
“All the VIPs who were poisoned with the ingredient “Luzolin” were safely transported to the temple. It was discovered early and the sequelae were judged not to be very serious… … It looks like we have to wait and see.”
When the Frontier Headquarters turned upside down from dawn.
When the teachers who went out to understand the situation opened the door of the practice observation room, the distinguished guests and their escort knights were all in a deep sleep due to some kind of terrorism.
But my heart was pounding.
The pulse was also normal.
I just fell asleep really.
As a result of analysis by Tyler Lebeguin, a member of the Epic class faculty member, who has superior efficiency and ability compared to the professors in the general class, fine grains containing the ingredient “Luzolin” that can be collected from “Shimeori Mushroom” are mixed in the air. said to have been heard
A very powerful sleeping powder that, when passed through the respiratory tract into the body, puts the target to sleep, preventing them from waking for up to 72 hours.
It was used in a crime.
“There must have been restrictions on distribution.”
「Shimeori Mushroom」is a mushroom that grows only in a very special environment, so it cannot be easily harvested.
“I heard that “Shimeori Mushroom” was used in the research that Robert Gnome was conducting until recently. It seems that they were trying to alchemy an anti-fatigue drug by taking advantage of the peculiarity that even a very small amount causes a deep sleep.”
“It will rot. Who gave permission for such a study?”
“It would be the Alchemy Society. Anyway, this is not the time to hold accountable for useless places. We are here for a countermeasure meeting.”
The general supervisor and first-year supervisor of this Epic class practice, Robert Guillaitin, was a professor in the Alchemy Department of the general class who majored in alchemy like Tyler Lebeguin.
Therefore, if a research permit is obtained, some rare materials necessary for research—even if there are restrictions—can be imported at their discretion.
Perhaps that route had the sleeping powder used in the crime.
“I heard that this incident was done by Robert Gnome alone. The figure of the gnome was also confirmed in the recovered recorded video. Destroying all the entrance routes including the portals that were placed in each supervisor’s office and escaping… … ”
“It’s not alone.”
Halo Steyton, Deputy Director of the Frontier Central Security Agency.
He, who had not had a good complexion since the terrorist incident in District 4 not long ago, said while stroking his chin with a somewhat sullen face.
“The wizard who signed an agreement with the vice president of the Epic Class organization and even made a ‘contract’—Neviros was also presumed to be an accomplice. It is most likely that he is the real culprit who led all of this.”
The Archmage of Jaya, Nebiros.
He must have received a ‘contract’ for the safety of students from him, who acknowledged his amazing magic and ability, but lacked trust, just in case… … As to why such an accident had occurred, Halo’s deputy director couldn’t quite understand.
‘… At this time, where did the dean and vice-dean go?’
They were not here now.
In some cases, there may be a possibility of being dismissed.
Suddenly, someone said.
“It was probably the wizard’s job that put the distinguished guests to sleep. Traces of a fairly high level of magic were found at the site.”
It was Professor Zeppelin von Ernest, who was in charge of the magic class, a member of the Epic Class faculty meeting gathered in the conference room.
Halo’s Deputy Director said with skepticism.
“… … Are you sure?”
“As it is a completely new type of magic that did not exist before, it was impossible to accurately analyze it, but as a result of the reverse calculation, I was able to understand that a structure similar to the “Slip” magic was added… … I’m sure. The wizard would have acted first, and Professor Robert would have covered the site with “Luzolin” powder.”
Everyone in the conference room did not object.
When it comes to magic itself and the analysis of magic, there was no one here who could follow Professor Zeppelin von Ernest.
Therefore, Zeppelin’s words had some credibility.
“If that’s true, why would you… … ”
Were you trying to pretend it was your own fault?
… … Why?
Why was it ‘sleep’ in the first place?
If the purpose was to cause great chaos inside the Frontier, they would have used a poison with strong toxicity rather than sleeping powder.
Or, that wizard–Neviros’s infinite magic could have been used to slaughter Fibora.
If it did, the Frontier would be the most splendid city of the Empire, leaving an indelible mistake.
It was really fortunate that Nebiros and Professor Robert didn’t do that, but there was nothing he could do about leaving a small question in the corner of his brain.
“Professor Robert… No, I heard that criminal Robert Guillaitin fled the Empire after committing the crime. Didn’t the sheriff send a tracer?”
“right. You will be caught soon.”
“Then it’s time to interrogate. Now is not the time to delve into the facts of the case, but the time to think about how to rescue the victims.”
No one knows what Robert’s motive was.
His usual conduct was neat and honest. People were nice too. His personality was also on the good side. Therefore, despite being a relatively recently appointed professor, Professor Robert Guillaitin succeeded in gaining the trust of his colleagues.
He had committed such a sudden crime. A felony that is rather lax to be seen as planned, and for which the death penalty would be certain if caught.
It may be that he has been waiting for the right time while hiding his darkened true intentions until now, but he has been acting as a good person… … The detailed story could only be investigated after interrogation after the successful arrest of the perpetrator.
“Are the victims still unable to escape?”
“for now.”
The blue-haired boy who was quietly in thought with his arms crossed—though he only looked like that—but Abel Lioner suddenly opened his mouth, and Halo shook his head.
Years 2 and 3 are all safe.
It is said that he was forcibly released from the training site immediately after the incident. The same was true of some students in the first year, excluding the students who were directly victimized.
When they left the scene and went to inform the headquarters staff, seniors, and professors of the situation, the second and third graders were already aware that something unusual had happened.
“What will happen to the list of victims?”
“Epic Class 1st year 1st Mu, 2nd Yuri von Artina, 3rd Stella de Feltrein, 5th Rubia, 15th Ezio Cranil. More than five people.”
However, the victims of the incident—a total of five students from the first year of Epic Class have not yet escaped.
“If it’s Artina and Feltline… … ”
someone muttered
Except for commoners and families whose names are unknown.
Not only the Artina Kingdom, which is one of the most powerful kingdoms among the Principalities, but also the Feltline Duke family, which has been gaining power through “viscous magic” since the Inma War ten years ago. The children of the royal family and imperial dukes of a country may suffer serious injuries.
nobles and commoners.
The Imperial Frontier Academy was originally an educational institution that was established to provide a differentiated educational opportunity based solely on one’s own abilities and talents regardless of his or her status, but it is a different story when it comes to work outside the academy.
When students leave the frontier, they will return to their original status.
Because of this, the prince of the dynasty, the heir of the giant upper rank, the high-ranking nobleman of the empire, etc… Aristocrats from each country attending Frontier often form their own social churches to form networks.
Either way, from this incident, there may be a big backlash both inside and outside the empire. As a result, it was difficult to even dare to predict to what extent the high status of the Frontier would fall.
It is true that there was a major accident a while ago.
If this doesn’t work out well… … Gulping, the necks of some of the people who were seated in the conference room drew highs and lows.
Meanwhile–
‘… … Then again, is it ‘that student’? I’ll take care of it.’
When most were thinking of Yuri von Artina and Stella de Feltrein, Halo’s deputy director was only thinking of the names of other students.
No, I’m not just thinking about it now.
From the time of the major terrorist attacks in District 4, Halo has always been keeping an eye on the student.
The main event at the time.
A target targeted by demons who were secretly invading the empire.
Above all else, the war hero- Elena Crymore is the most favored (presumed) male student at this point for some reason.
‘Are you lucky amidst misfortune? As ‘the student’ is entangled, it will surely help with the resolution of the case and post-processing… … ‘
Elena Crymore is already retired. Whenever possible, he does not show himself well in front of others. I try to find it but I can’t find it Even if you search this wide continent like a mouse, you won’t find a single nostril. Because he was such a newcomer as Nebiros.
However, Elena Crymore was in the process of communicating with the Frontier after accidentally entangled with ‘The Student’.
Now, as an Epic Class graduate, I have a duty to supervise my juniors, but… … Elena is well aware that the subject she usually communicates with is the work of ‘the student’, Ezio Cranil.
This also raises a small question.
Personal curiosity is curiosity.
Why, that student?
After graduating, I didn’t even have any perception of my alma mater… … Was it because of that one student, the beast, which had thrown away anything if it didn’t make a fuss, obeyed him?
When you do, a thought comes to mind.
‘I’m not old enough to have left my soul this year… … only… … Gee, I think I’m going to vomit.’
Halo felt hives on his forearm.
Surely that ignorant person—even though I’m not quite sure if he’s really a human—has not had a deep heart for a mere seventeen-year-old male student.
Halo recalls the image of a black wolf running wild like a demon on a burning battlefield. That will never happen, I’m sure once again.
“… How is the restoration of the portal going?”
As he struggled to contain his nausea, Halo deputy director asked Professor Zeppelin to shake off the disgusting thoughts.
“It didn’t go well, so I must be where I am now.”
“… What does that mean?”
Halo asked, and Zeppelin tapped the tabletop.
“First of all, the restoration of the portal itself is possible.”
“Then why don’t you do it right now—”
The entire access route to the practice area has been completely blocked. For now, the only hope was the restoration of the portal used for entry. When Robert Guillaitin escaped, he destroyed all of the supervisor’s portals and escaped, but it seemed that a person with the same skill as Zeppelin could easily restore it.
“But it will not function.”
“… … What do you mean?”
Eyes full of doubts gathered in one place.
Zeppelin just cut it off.
“Restoring the portal will be of no use. The coordinate system that we need to set as the destination no longer exists in the dimension.”
“… … Doesn’t it exist?”
“Yes. It’s a simple abbreviation I just said, but to put it more simply… It’s like the house you want to return to is burned down. If the house is gone, can the act of ‘going home’ be established? No.”
Yes, it was a bit harsh, but everyone understood it clearly. Since there is a starting point but no destination, the portal that has to go back and forth between the two sections does not function.
Here, Halo’s eyes calmed down.
“Does that mean the entire space where the students were supposed to be confined is gone?”
“For now, it is understood that way.”
“… … ”
space evaporated.
Then, the students inside.
… … how is it going
“Maybe we moved the coordinate system arbitrarily, but… It is a task that has to be reversed from the origin of subspace, so it is hard to predict that it would have been done in such a short time. Moreover, correcting the source of such a space in a short time is… No other archmage can do it.”
The conference room was enveloped in a chilling silence.
Only Zeppelin’s voice echoed in the hall.
“The labyrinth used in this practice site belonged to the wizard. A subspace that the wizard pioneered and created by himself. So, the wizard is the only one who can finally decide whether to get someone into the space and kick them out.”
Epic Class 2nd and 3rd year.
Some of the first graders.
The distinguished guests were seated in the practice observation room. their escorts.
Everything is fine for now.
“So, if we don’t catch the wizard, we can’t get into the space where the victims will be locked up, no matter what we do.”
The culprit will be caught soon.
In the case of Nebiros, it would be a massive wanted.
If you are a person, you will not be able to live your whole life without being noticed by someone. Most of all, the pursuers of the Frontier will pursue Nevirus until he dies. So, it’s bound to be caught one way or another.
however.
Then, it’s already too late.
“… … In fact, if the space had not disappeared and remained there, it would have attempted to drill a hole. No, I definitely had to do it. Because that is the only way left.”
It’s such a big event.
The actual casualties have surprisingly still converge to zero, so it was truly a miraculous lifetime.
Now, if we succeed in rescuing only the remaining victims, the Frontier will be able to maintain its status without being thrown into hell. It may be a little shaky, but it has to be endured.
on the other way.
If you don’t succeed… …
“But now it is impossible. Because the space has completely disappeared. Perhaps the wizard destroyed the subspace by himself… In this case, it makes little sense. As I am a single wizard, I am well aware of how valuable the things that permeate into that subspace are… ”
Five students—— die.
It’s also an epic class.
The Epic Class symbolizes the Frontier. The frontier is the epic class, and the epic class is the frontier. A group of brilliant stars like an imperial castle that has firmly maintained its status since long ago. Its reputation is about to be broken from the ground up. This was a very serious matter.
“Then the number of remaining cases is… Perhaps because of the death of the owner of the subspace, the subspace also disappeared. is.”
Climbing the cliff is difficult.
However, falling off a cliff… Very easy.
Its speed is also unparalleled.
“In this case, it would be the worst.”
Where did Neviros go?
No one has seen his last appearance.
However, if Nebiros went into the labyrinth to do something to harm the first-year students he had targeted, but died there for some reason… …
“No one can open the door to the space, and the space is completely annihilated. ──As if it never existed from the beginning.”
Students who have not left yet.
It will perish with the collapsing space.
There is no way to save it.
“… … ”
“… … ”
“… … ”
A creepy silence was pressed inside.
There is no way. may have already died. That cold and cruel fact made the people in this place chew and swallow the despair as heavy as a stone.
His breathing stopped as if dead. Only minute heartbeats flew through the intestines. No one could open their mouth.
“… Apologize to you in advance.”
In such silence, someone mustered up the courage.
Halo Steyton Frontier Deputy Director of Central Security.
He took off his hat and laid it down on the table.
Inside the hat with a pattern symbolizing his position, his hair that he couldn’t catch because he ran out from the dawn of the day was tangled up. Her hair was as thin as a thread, and something was forming on the top of her head in a somewhat round shape.
“All of this… It is no different than my responsibility.”
Already, more than twenty years have been devoted to the Frontier. The students, faculty, and members of Frontier, as well as the Frontier itself, gave everything to protect the Frontier itself. Lately, I’ve been giving away my hair. That’s why he worked his entire life on the frontier’s security. However… …
“It’s all my fault. My incompetence brought this tragedy. You and the students have done such a great mistake.”
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Despite the basic security system as well as thorough preliminary inspections and security checks, such a large incident occurred in a chain. Many innocent students died.
Only then can it be said that he has the qualifications of a ‘guardian’.
“So, I… … ”
“You must not give up yet. Deputy Chief.”
It was the words of an agent dispatched from the secretariat.
“… … ”
Halo quietly listened to that.
“I never said I would give up.”
He said, putting his hands on the table and got up from his seat.
He puts the hat on again, which he had taken off.
After a deep breath, he declared after returning to Halo Steyton, the deputy director of the Central Security Agency, who showed such solemn and strong honesty.
“Even though I felt a great sense of responsibility and decided to step down, until the very end, surely— the students somehow.”
at that time.
—Ah, ah. Can you hear me?!
A bright light flashed from the communication crystal ball that was placed in front of Professor Zeppelin.
“… … ”
Everyone listened.
Professor Zeppelin hastily received the communication.
“I hear it. what… … ”
─It has appeared!
It was the voice of a professor.
However, without revealing who it was, he cut off Zeppelin’s response with a single knife and shouted with a passionate voice.
“… … Yes? appeared.”
Zeppelin wrinkled her eyebrows for a moment.
─Outside, outside! Outside HQ!
Then, his eyes widened.
Other professors and teachers were no different.
no way.
Hopefully–
The professor, whose name he did not know, screamed in a hurry with the size of a crystal ball about to break.
─The imprisoned victim students have appeared! First of all, everyone is safe!
OK.
Everyone’s hearts sank and fell.
And after a while it popped up.
pounding like it’s about to explode
A chilling goose ran down my back and spread all over my body, and my stiff limbs were barely stretched out.
“… … ”
The heated excitement rushes in late. A strange heat filled the conference room.
Students are alive.
didn’t die… …
What to do next has already been decided.
The moment they were about to move quickly.
─And… … Well, I guess everyone should come! Like the victims, the unidentified… …
at that time.
supportive-
“… … Unidentified?”
─… …
“… … It’s broken.”
Is there a communication error?
The crystal ball squeaked, and eventually communication was cut off.
“… … ”
A moment of dark silence.
In the next moment, the members of the conference room gathered their eyes to the center of the table as if they had worked together.
“Come on, let me go.”
rumble-
With the Halo deputy chief, who had changed the brim of his hat, he began to quickly run out of the headquarters.