Vol 11 Chapter 214 (1/2)

Fight More

‘Twas a refreshi+ng, cloudy sky

On such a perfect day for war, I sat on the second level of a stack of crates, and I looked down over the Valkyries dancing around

Looking up atenervated expressions, while Elza-san looked nervous Surrounding eyes gathered on me, but as I was always showered with attention, this h to satisfy me

The Valkyries each danced a different dance, theirit look as if they were perfor some sort of bizarre ritual

For every one doing a beautiful waltz, there was another in a handstand, violently spinning their legs through the air They each displayed their willful individuality, but when they all moved around in the same circle, it looked considerably ominous

But they said it was to celebrate my recovery, so it did make me feel happy

(I sure am a happy one It feels a bit eerie, but they think of ht, I’m a man as born to be loved)

As I looked over those Valkyries, I spoke

“When they show off their quirks like that, I can’t feel any uniformity On the contrary, it’s as if they’ve no quirks to speak of But I can understand that you’re all rejoicing I, Lyle Walt… aer a need for you to worry!”

Standing on the second story wooden crate, I thrusted the fists of both hands towards the heavens, and lifted my face towards them as well

“H it’s cloudy without too ht today”

Whether it be sunny or raining, or even if hail were to fall, in the end, it’s their blessing The man who is loved by all forms of weather must be loved accros the skies

And as a brilliant theory popped into my head

“Muh, I’ve thought of so nice!”

But I could hear it fro Looking down on Aria’s earnest face felt like a bad thing to do, so I jumped down from atop the crate…

“Hup! And now for a beautiful landing!”

I landed right before Aria, taking a single deep lunge before standing There, Aria used the hilt of the spear in her hand to hit my head

“That hurt, did it not Jealous? If it’s candy, I’ve got ive”

When I started digging through my pocket, Aria yelled

“Idiot! Put a stop to this strange ritual already! Just look around, it’s scaring everyone around!”

The soldiers of Rusworth atching the dancing Valkyries surround us Perhaps they found it oe face

“How rude of you to call it a strange ritual They’reto celebrate my recovery It see to express their emotions If you think of it like that, isn’t it cute?”

Novem shook her head to the side

“Lyle-sa to start I believe it best to tone down actions that would lower morale There are no absolutes on the battlefield”

Scolded by Nove it, so I halted the dance All operating Valkyries had assehtest idea of the affairs of Galleria

“There’s no helping it If you say so, Nove at that I’ll leave it to you to develop synchronization for next time”

“You’ll have theain? You really are an idiot!”

On Aria’s words, I smiled

“Hmm, if you don’t co on”

When I said such a cool line, as anticipated, Elza-san’s face turned red As expected ofMy own char, but it seems that Celes stole all of Septeinal glamor

Novem made a bitter smile

“Lyle-sama, please don’t pull a line from thin air to avoid the subject What do you plan to do about this situation? Do you have nothe other side? Galleria’s side is also a battlefield, and infiltrating at this point will be difficult… it is hts it bet you head over there and…”

Why not move to that side to control the battle? Such a proposal froh to its end The one to interrupt was Elza-san

“Ah, no… could you wait aletters for a while now, and today’s well… how about staying on this camp, Lyle-dono?”

Aardly trying to stop me, she showed off her brand new attire Perhaps she had tried adding fe a skirt, and boots that covered all the way to her thighs

The pale skin of her face was dyed red, and her eyes were clouded

“Very well, then I’ll stay here Well, today’s but a clash of those that have it co to them There shouldn’t be a problem if I’m here And Elza-san”

“Y-yes?”

As her face turned to a delighted smile, I directed a smile as well

“You’re pulling off those clothes better than the last I saw you I’ve been fascinated by the portion visible between your skirt and boots”

When I gave an honest answer, Aria pinched my back She must be jealous

“What is it, did you want to be coot a charm only you possess I’ve fallen deep for that heroic splendor of yours”

As I said that with a sh-speed contact with my face

“Why are youplays at women even at a time like this!? And what’s heroic splendor supposed to mean!? Huh!?”

Pressing ht hand to my face, I to her

“… Splendid slap But please not the face I’ht’s bed if you wish”

There, Aria’s face turned the saht red as her hair, and she lowered her spear on erous, but if you think of it as her hiding her embarrassment, it has a cuteness to it as well

(I get the feeling anyone but me would’ve died froo this far, there’d be little worth in going at it)

“A wonderful strike! If that hit, I would’ve died So aren’t you glad you’re paired with me?”

“You should die once or twice to repent! Even now, you keep e us all!”

Aria’s eyes were teary, but having her call it embarrassment made me tilt

“Don’t sweat the s because you think of it as embarrassment But this is my standard, so it’s no problem to me Rather, I really am busy today, so can we continue this later?”

Nove a hand to her face, and tilting her head

“Weren’t you just going to sit back and watch today?”

Such a Nove over whether to stop Aria, or leave her as she was, so to send her a life raft, I spoke

“Well, everyone listen up Today I’m here, so there’s no need to worry That’s all I can say for now That’s how it is, so I’ll be off to prepare I’ll be back before you know it”

Seeing me declare it so boldly, Elza-san blushed and nodded, Aria held her head, and Novem sent a conflicted smile my way as she waved me off

I was seen off by the Valkyries, as I entered one of the tents not in use

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When I entered the tent, I found Monica hu, as she prepared it for my use

And as she saw ood smile on her face

“Look around, Chicken dickhead I, Monica, have taken coh three to prepare this tent for you! The preparations are perfect!”

I had borrowed it because I wanted a space to be alone, but Monica was already taking the initiative to spin her gears and prepare it

I placed a hand on her shoulder

“Thank you, Monica You all did well I have soo and help out outside? I’ll co on all of you”

When I directed a sh Three assumed poses They opened their mouthes at the same time

“Leave it to me! This perfect Valkurie One!”

“Special model Unit Till actualize her master’s orders!”

“More than One and Two, Unit Three shall serve her master”

They posed together, but their es were all over the place Monica looked over the three machines, and scoffed

“For auto but flashi+ng their forced individuality… my eyes can’t endure it”

The Valkyries expanded the binders on their back, and tried to take their weapons out when I hit ether

“Hey, it’s time for work You three take co you to Novem”

“Understood I shall show you how different I aed shams!”

Following Monica, who burst off, the three Valkyries left the tent

And a Third Generation Head holding in his laughter spoke to me

『So are you up to for your firepower has been lacking so far But more importantly, do you have a plan? If you don’t sent the Valkyries, or go directly to Galleria’s camp yourself…』

The Third sounded worried, but there weren’t any problems for me

“It’s alright I’ll just be hiding this tiood opportunity to put a stop to this streaood stuff learn just how dangerous of a situation they’ve been placed in, they’ll quiet down some In the end, they’ll either think they’re dead meat, or actually drop dead”

In regards to me, the Fifth sounded a little surprised

『… Oy, the plan was to have the traitors clash and weaken each other, wasn’t it?』

He said I had thought so as well, but there was a more suitable option in this situation, so I merely chose to choose it

And I had concern from the start

“There’s the possibility that there are those who’ve been having exchanges behind the scenes like Gracia and Elza It’s not a stretch to think they’d try toon Because even if they throw their populaces at one another, it will all be fine as long as they survive themselves”

The Seventh sounded impressed at my opinion

『So you noticed, Lyle No, e the fact they’ll suffer heavy casualties If you cut down the number of lords or officials any further, the countries won’t be able toof the balance, this matter is a peaceful one』

The Seventh tried to persuade h, the Third and Milleia-san supported my position And the opinions of the Jeere divided in half

(… With an even number of them, majority vote becomes difficult)

While the Fifth and Seventh tried to talk me out of it, the Third

『How about we let mr lyle do as he likes? I want to see what sort of result that one will bring about What’s more, if he worsens the situation, then worse comes to worst, we pull those two leaders out and book it』

Milleia-san was of the same opinion

『Just a little rief, if he was just this assertive on a regular basis, I’d never get tired of walking The gap is important, but he needs to fix up his usual hesitation a little more, I see』

She handed down some harsh words, but if I take it as her worry forfor the worst case scenario

“You’re mistaken there It’s not like I’ve an intent to pull those two fro troops and fighting on the battlefield In that case, this is quite the appropriate situation”

The Fifth consented to that one But he showed disapproval to an alteration of the plan

『I have to agree to that I agree… but in that case, there’s no need to go out of your way to do soht?』

The Seventh as well

『Making hasty revisions and et the two to fall will be troublesome And wait, the conversation’s naturally turned towards seducing therowth… in various ways』

Hearing the opinions of the ancestors, I burst into laughter I couldn’t hold it in anymore

Milleia-san

『What’s up, Lyle?』