Chapter 1: One Crisis Over, Another Begins
Several days had passed since we returned from the depths of Gallar Blue.
Camilla, who had come to our rescue, was about to return to Vardzur, where the state military headquarters were located. Amidst all this, I was called to meet with her alone.
Entering the office of Yarzak, the state military outpost in Doodle Valley, I was greeted by Camilla and Yarzak.
“How are you holding up? Has the fatigue worn off?”
“Yes. Thank you for everything. I’m also grateful for the cherry blossom tree and the kindness you’ve shown me.”
“Don’t be so formal. You’ve accomplished something unprecedented. Surviving Gallar Blue, ascending the ranks so quickly, and even defeating a Celestial. It’s still hard to believe.”
Camilla spoke with a half-amused, half-exasperated smile. I had just been desperately running for my life, after all. While the results might seem impressive, I couldn’t have done it without the help of many, including Kimijima. It wasn’t something I achieved alone.
Seeing my troubled expression, Camilla shrugged.
“Well, you’ll come to understand the gravity of it all in time. Anyway, before I leave, I wanted to discuss your future.”
“My future?”
“Yes. It’s about the Celestial you defeated.”
According to Camilla, the man I had defeated, Carton, was a member of a notorious group of adventurers called Disaster. Disaster was famous—or rather, infamous—for having two Celestials among its ranks.
The group consisted of five members, all of whom were high-ranking adventurers and considered brothers in arms.
Carton was the second-in-command, while the leader, Gordon, was ranked 73rd in the hierarchy.
“So, you’re saying this Gordon will come after me?”
“Warwickians like Gordon and Carton have a strong sense of kinship. If one of their own is killed, it’s almost certain they’ll retaliate.”
Warwickians, like Carton, were a race of towering individuals, often over two meters tall, known for their immense physical strength and prowess. They were often seen as bold, even barbaric by some.
“In terms of rank, Gordon is undoubtedly stronger than Carton.”
“…I see.”
Just as I was starting to relax after surviving Gallar Blue, I was already facing the next challenge. I couldn’t help but feel overwhelmed.
“That’s why, Shigeto, I think it’s best for you to join the Federal Army.”
“The Federal Army?”
“After this incident, Takato and Miki have already decided to join the state military. While I’ve heard that you and Yuzuki are considering the same, I don’t think that’s the best move.”
“Why? Is the Federal Army more advantageous?”
“That’s right. In this world, many who aspire to the celestials position think about rising up by defeating the celestials one, just as you did this time.”
“N-No way……”
“It’s tough just to imagine, isn’t it? But things change if you’re affiliated with the Federation Army. Trying to defeat you would mean picking a fight with the nation. It becomes a deterrent.”
“I see. In that case, I’d like to take your advice.”
“I’ll start the process once I return to headquarters.”
“Thank you.”
“Still, you should aim to climb the ranks. Strength is the key to survival in this world.”
With that, Camilla left for Vardzur, leading the state military contingent.
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The Republic of Rigarland’s capital, Fede, was a port city by the sea. In terms of scale, it was second only to the capital of the Glenvarren Dynasty, Shumel.
In a bustling tavern in Fede, a man sat drinking alone in a corner booth. Even for a Warwickian, his massive frame was striking, and his capacity for alcohol was equally staggering. A waiter approached cautiously, placing another drink before him.
“Perhaps you should slow down a bit…”
“I’m not even tipsy. Don’t you have anything stronger?”
“But…”
“Don’t worry about the money. I’ve got plenty.”
The waiter knew the man had money. In this city, few didn’t recognize the name of “Celestial” Gordon.
As the first seat of the infamous Disaster, Gordon’s reputation preceded him. The news of Carton’s defeat had already spread, and the waiter could tell Gordon was in a foul mood.
Suddenly, the tavern door slammed open, and a group of adventurers entered, laughing and shouting.
“Did you hear about Carton?”
“Yeah, serves Disaster right!”
“Always acting so high and mighty. Guess they got what was coming to them.”
“Can you believe it? A guy who’s only been here a month took him down. Maybe Warwickians are all bark and no bite, huh?”
The group, already drunk, was using Carton’s fall as a topic for their revelry. The waiter paled, glancing nervously at Gordon.
Gordon’s eyes have a hint of a sword fight in them.
“Sir Gordon, please, stay calm—”
“Move.”
Gordon stood and walked toward the adventurers. One of them noticed him and froze, but the others, oblivious, continued their taunts.
“Honestly, even Gordon’s probably not that—”
“Hey, watch it—”
“Huh? What’s—”
“What did you say about Warwickians?”
“N-no, I didn’t mean—”
“Say it again. What about me?”
Crack. Crack. Gordon’s arms began to harden like stone. The waiter backed away, knowing there was no stopping him now.
“Choose. Who’s first?”
“W-what?”
The adventurers, though outmatched, weren’t the type to betray their comrades easily.
“Even if you’re a Celestial, there’s four of us!”
“Four pieces of trash are still trash.”
“Don’t underestimate us!”
“You’ll never reach the heights of a Celestial.”
Crack. Crack. The stone-like texture spread further across Gordon’s body. The adventurers attacked simultaneously, but Gordon effortlessly deflected their strikes.
Soon, they realized their attacks were useless, and despair filled their faces.
“Had enough?”
Gordon’s arm swung down, crashing into the adventurers with devastating force.
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