Chapter 43 Chapter 43: Assassination Plan

When I woke up early in the morning, what I had talked with Katz until late at night yesterday seemed like a dream.Heng rubbed his eyes a few times on the plain big bed.Dazzling sunlight poured in from the window. I got up.wake up.A new day begins.That thing was not a dream. Katz revealed a whimsical plan to Gen last night.An elite unit of the Highlanders infiltrates the Northern Unified Empire to assassinate Emperor Jamma Aglias VII, and Hope Gen is also involved in the plan. "The assassination plan itself has been under deliberation for a long time, but there are limited ways. During the trading season, sneak into the merchant's sailboat. However, because this method is too dangerous, it has never been implemented. However, because you have a dragon in your hand Di, the situation has changed. You can take a dragon to enter the north from the air, and you can go straight to the city where the emperor is."

In other words, what is actually needed is not me, but the dragon, which is a bit dumbfounding. But what Katz told me yesterday at the lookout was right.I must pursue Meihe relentlessly. Gen quickly changed his clothes, took out the dragon flute hidden under the pillow, and quietly put it in his pocket.There is only one more chance to use it to summon Jozo. "Be prepared and be ready to go at any time." Katz said, "Since the escapee, the four chiefs of the security stations in the southern continent have gathered together and held top-secret consultations. What we are talking about now is that if the final decision is to implement Assassination plan, Chief Jill will come here with the order."

The implementation will be between today and tomorrow. In short, it will be operated within a few days, and then it will start. "What about the other members?" "In the original plan, I and three other volunteers. That is to say, one representative from each of the four countries of Nahato, Boao, Aliquida, and Shashaya." "Then I'm piggybacking." "Then there will be a strong entourage. The other three are scheduled to come with Chief Jill. Join forces. I am really looking forward to it." That's five people, few but good, sounds good... "By the way, I am the captain of the elite team." Katz smiled fearlessly: "You have to ask why, the reason is that I proposed the assassination plan first. I will take the command and responsibility. Understand?"

"Understood. Um... this mission. I understand that I can't talk about it. But... but..." "Torun knows. Because he is the deputy here, you shouldn't hide it from him. He also knows that I want to take you. You won't take Ki Kima and Mina and leave without saying goodbye. It's just that you must never let others people have heard about it.” Gen nodded solemnly, and lay down in bed last night with a heavy secret in his heart. When it comes to getting ready to go, Gen's luggage is clear at a glance.When the time comes, set off and bring the sword of the brave.Gen tightened the belt on which the sword was hung, and walked out of the room.

When I came to the police office downstairs, I saw Torun reading the documents solemnly.After he noticed that Gen came in, he greeted him in a normal way: "Hey, you're finally awake? Sleepy bug. Go and have breakfast before you come back." He didn't mention any top-secret missions or anything like that.So calm and composed, it can be described as the style of a general.In the cafeteria of a nearby hotel, Wataru was meditating while eating his meal between breakfast and lunch.The rice was delicious, but he found it tasteless. How should I explain this to Mina and Ki Kima?His mind was so full of such thoughts that he could not take care of the functions of his tongue and stomach.

Impossible to bring two people.Too dangerous.Although Ki Kima was strong and capable, and Mina was nimble and light, but this attack was not the same as beating a screwhead wolf.In terms of Wan's mood, I don't want the two of you to get involved again. If it is true, the two would say that they will go together, and they will never back down.You have to lie, but what lie?Said that there is no need for the two to help each other?Say it's because of a disagreement, so you're no longer friends?Hate this statement.Can't hurt the hearts of Ki Kima and Mina. Katz once said, if you can't say it, I can say it. "As the person in charge of the security station, I ordered the two of them to stay here. Because the chaos in 'Hanela' is still going on. Fortunately, Gasala is calm, but everywhere is in chaos and the police station is understaffed. The two of them There's a lot to run around."

Even if Katz takes the blame like this, there is still a problem.No matter what the outcome of this battle to the north, Heng will never return to the Southern Continent. What result is waiting for him, at this moment he doesn't know.Meihe arrives at the Tower of Destiny, is he a pillar of humanity in his own time?Or try to defeat Meihe, go to the Tower of Destiny, meet the goddess to change fate, and return to the present world? Or, did the author fail and kill the northern emperor's capital? No matter what kind of ending is waiting for him, all in all, it is a farewell to the two of them, and since this is the case, no matter what form it is, he wants to say goodbye to the two of them.I hope to tell them what is in my heart: when they are by my side, I feel at ease in my heart, and how I like the two of them.I hate gradually alienating and breaking up.

but.How should I say it?Can't think about it. While gnawing bread blankly, the hotel lady spoke to him: "Hey, I don't believe my appetite today. Would you like another bowl of soup?" There were no other customers in the cafeteria, and the aunt was cleaning up the dishes.She said that she came late today, and she still couldn't figure out why. "Excuse me." "No need to apologize. Everybody gets up late sometimes." In the town of Gasala, the chaos and commotion caused by "Hanela" feel far away.In this clean and comfortable cafeteria, the idea of ​​assassinating the emperor of the North in order to protect the peace of the United States of the South is so illusory.

There was a lot of people outside the cafeteria window, and Dalu Babache wanted to miss it.Newsboys with bells around their necks ran around making a "ding ding" sound.Newspapers are not uncommon in this world, but in the fantasy world, they are a recent "invention" and are extremely popular.When the Lulu German Camp Observatory disclosed the truth about "Haneira", some people were not satisfied with the official announcement, but wanted to know more details, so they asked everywhere, wrote the report as a report, and came up with the appearance of engraving, which was printed and sold way.This approach immediately caused a sensation, and several newspaper offices appeared here and there in a short period of time.The content of the report is not all "Hanela", urban traffic news, events in various cities are known.Gradually, hotels and wine shops began to promote it.

Perhaps the same is true of the origin of modern newspapers.The newspapers here will soon publish novel serials or four-panel comics.If the assassination plan is successful, it will of course be reported.Definitely hit the headlines. What is it like in this present moment?What's the news in the newspaper? Mother.In the warm atmosphere of the cafeteria, Gen's heart drifted away from his body.Mom, Uncle "Lu".Are you ok?I am in a faraway place, and I want to go to a farther away place.Although I promised to come back, maybe it will never come back... "Gen? Here, here - good morning!"

Mina's lively voice awakened Gen. "Hey, have breakfast? Let's sleep in." Mina jumped from the door and lightly landed beside Heng's chair, looking at Heng with a pair of bright eyes.The pair of pupils are gray when there is sunlight, and dark blue-gray from dusk to night. How much encouragement did they give Wataru.The tip of his nose was sour, and he lowered his face, his cheeks were swollen from the bread he had just swallowed. "Don't eat in such a hurry, you'll choke." Mina laughed out loud and rubbed Wat's back. "Oh, oh, Mina, what's the matter? You seem very happy." "Do you know?" Mina jumped on the chair a little, "There is good news. Captain Bubuhe and the others are coming to Gasala!" Mina's original "trapeze circus" is on its way to perform in Gasala. "The Darubaba transporter who arrived this morning brought me a letter from the head of the group, saying that it is because it has arrived nearby, and it will arrive within today!" The haze in his chest was washed away.If Captain Bubuhe and his party come to Gasala, it will be much easier to leave Mina behind.If Mina claimed that she wanted to go with Wat no matter what, Captain Bubuhe would definitely help persuade her.As far as Wataru is concerned, it is very easy to say goodbye to Mina in this way. "That's great, Mina." "Oh! But, the good news is not that they are coming." Mina whispered next to Gen, "Hey, when I met the group leader and the others before, did you talk to the old lady? Do you remember?" Zeng Xianggen, an old woman of the Anka tribe known as the "grandmother": What do you plan to do if you don't see the goddess?Gen replied that he hadn't thought about the situation when he didn't see him.Now, said the old woman, there is nothing left to ask.That's all. "I do remember..." "Although we didn't talk about it in detail at the time, but Gen, the old lady is a very powerful fortune teller. She can see the future. Although she can't see too far, she can still see it. Because she has supernatural powers. In fact, it is said that when I first met Gen, The old woman has seen the evil star in the north, and immediately knows that Hanela is coming." Was it because he already knew the future that he asked Wataru that kind of question?Because even the "Haneira" is coming soon, and the possible selection of the human pillar has also been seen? "Is that so... and then?" Gen can't be happy with Mina yet.However, Mina took Won's hand with both hands, and held it tighter against her body. "Then, Wat. After I experienced what happened in Suo Nuo Town, I wrote to my mother-in-law. I said, please tell me the future of Heng, and then, if there is a way to change that future, please tell me. The old lady received the letter, I have seen Gen's future. She divination, and it was reflected on the big crystal jade. She said, this time, I saw it! I saw Gen climbing on the steps passing through the Tower of Destiny!" Gen stepped back and looked at Mina's face fixedly. "Then, what does that mean..." "What's the point! It's your future! You can go to the Tower of Destiny! You won't become a human pillar! You will meet the goddess and realize the purpose of traveling!" Because of this, Captain Bu Buhe rushed to tell Mina.Then, in order to encourage Heng to cheer up, I hope the old lady can tell Heng personally, so I came to Jiasala specially for this purpose. "Right? Good news, right? I'm so happy! I didn't lose to the kid named Meihe, and I will win. Because the old lady's revelation can't be wrong!" The encounter with Mizuru in Sono Town made both Mina and Ki Kima know the truth about the "Traveler" and Renzhu.Afterwards, there were several discussions between Wat and Ki Kima.Every time Ki Kima pointed out that the journey is not over, let's continue to search for the remaining two gems.When Gen shook his head in denial, Ki Kima's huge body curled up, saddened by his powerlessness.In the end, both were too sad for each other to talk about it.Even after settling down in Gasara Town, Ki Kima was busy with work every day, so he couldn't deal with Heng calmly. However, Mina is different.She was as cheerful as before, chatting with Heng, and never leaving him, but when he brought the topic to the pillar of people, she didn't answer, and there was a stubborn look under her smiling face. So behind her attitude, is there such a reason hidden?Gen once again lamented Mina's strong heart. "I hate it, why are you so stupid." Mina waved her hand in front of Gen's eyes, "Do you understand what I said? Hey, there is no better news than this, right? It is said that the crystal jade also reflects several other things. What a scene. That must be the clue to find the two precious jades behind! We will see the old woman, listen to her in detail, and then set off immediately. We will definitely find it. We are going to the Tower of Destiny!" Unable to restrain her excitement, Mina stood on the chair and cheered. The hotel lady was startled and rushed over from the kitchen. "What happened?" "Hey, hey, it's nothing, I'm sorry." Gen pulled Mina off in a hurry, and put his hands on her shoulders to prevent her from jumping up, "Mina, Mina, thank you." Gen Ye's thoughts were chaotic, and he didn't know where to start.All in all, just let the words come out of your mouth. "I'm very, very grateful that you worried about me like that." "What are you talking about, so alien. Aren't we good partners? And I decided, didn't I say it in Lurud? I, no matter where I go, I will follow to the end." Mina almost danced with Gen, unable to hold back. "Mina, be quiet. I have something to say, understand?" The bouncing Mina stopped instantly, her pupils shining with anticipation.She tilted her head, put one hand on Gen's hand that was supporting her shoulder, and asked, "What's the matter, Gen? Are you unhappy?" "Very happy." Gen tried his best to calm himself, and spoke carefully. "I still have a chance. The old lady's revelation tells me that." "Yes, that's it." "But, Mina," Gen took a deep breath and continued, "I can no longer embark on the journey to find the rest of the precious jade, because there are other things that must be done." Mina's eyes suddenly froze, as if the sun froze instantly. "Other—what's the matter?" "I'm going to the North. Assault on the Northern Unified Empire." After Gen finished speaking, he glanced at the cafeteria.No one was there.The aunt also hid in a corner of the kitchen. "As the Highland Guard, I have accepted a mission that must be completed. We will head to the north with Katz and take Jozo. It is good to come back after completing the mission, because it is very difficult, and I don't know what will happen. However, even then I will Do it. Because I made up my mind to do it." For about three deep breaths, Wat and Mina were relatively speechless, staring at each other rather than looking at each other.Under the tense silence, the aroma of food wafting in the cafeteria lost its alluring power. "You're going north?" Mina whispered. "right." "Not as a 'traveler', but as a Highlander?" "Yes, for the assassination of Jamma Aglias VII..." Suddenly, Mina exploded in front of Gen. "Strange. Why would you do such a thing? Are the Confederate States going to start a war against the North? It's futile. The plans for the power ship have fallen into the hands of the Northern Empire. Lose." "This is to buy time." Gen explained, "If the emperor is assassinated, there will be a lot of troubles in the Northern Unified Empire. Just because the other party is a country under the emperor's dictatorship, when it suddenly loses its leader, it will become an uninhabited country." The ship at the helm. It is said that Jamma Aglias VII is about 40 years old, so the successor must be young. Even if he takes over the throne of the emperor, he will not be able to do it for a while. If there is turmoil in the opponent's country, For a long time, it would not be possible to develop power ships, or cross the sea to attack. During this period, the Confederate States could strengthen their defenses and prepare to meet the Empire. They could even consider the conditions of diplomatic negotiations. Or, perhaps, there could be peace. Opportunities. All in all, now it takes time." These words were exactly what Katz said, but Wataru quite agreed with them. "About this plan, I also just heard last night. But, Ms. Katz said, she needs my power. I think so too. Only I can summon Jozo, and even if I don't, since Jozo is involved I can't help but participate in such a task." Mina was expressionless.Gen felt that she just wanted a puppet that had just been made without a soul.What is the heart, what kind of expression should be shown, because it is too abrupt, I am afraid that Mina is also at a loss. After a while, Mina said with the same expression: "Then, I will go together." The moment the words were spoken, Mina's face returned to life, and her eyes were burning. "I'll go north with you too. I'll help you. Yes, that's it." The smile returned.The hand holding the back of Heng's hand became stronger. "Did I say that? I've decided. Wherever you go, I will follow. Oh, that's it, let's go to the Northern Empire. That's good, the old lady's revelation must include this. Go to the North, catch up with the United States." Crane, get the precious jade earlier than Meihe, and then go to the Tower of Destiny. Alright, alright..." While the words were pouring out of Mina's mouth, Wataru kept shaking his head, but Mina didn't notice it.After she finished speaking, Gen's head was still shaking from side to side, and Mina stared at him in bewilderment. "……you?" "No." Said.The voice didn't tremble.This surprised him too.He has the composure of a grown man and speaks with an unshakable tone. "You can't act together. You stay in the Southern Continent." Blank, and then Mina pounced on Wataru. "Why? Why? Why can't I go together? Why are you so wicked?" "I don't have a bad heart." "You have!" Your slam.Gen almost fell off the chair, but was grabbed by Mina again. "Understood! Is it Ms. Katz's order? That's right, she said to leave me behind, right? That's easy, I'll beg her. I will stick to her until she says to take me away. do not give up!" "No, Mina. It's my decision." Mina grabbed Wataru's collar hand and began to tremble. "I……" "I'm sorry, but Mina, I don't want you and Ki Kima to be in any more danger. So you can't go together." Tremors spread from the hands to the arms, and even the lips began to tremble. "Danger... that kind of thing... I'm not afraid..." "I'm afraid." Gen said.That was the real mood, and he knew it was more accurate than explanations and excuses. "Taking you and Ki Kima, I might be involved in danger and die. I'm afraid of that. It's much more terrifying than the possibility of my own death. If it was me, I could accept my fate and accept it. But you are different. You are my cherished partners and friends, and you cannot die because of me." "It's not doomed," Mina muttered. "Maybe, but I'd have to anticipate that, it's too likely." Just adjust your breathing.This time, he realized that there was a small part of himself hidden inside him, trembling just like Mina.Wait a little longer, and then you will be able to show your face. "Maybe everything will go well. We kill the emperor, and I will reach the Tower of Destiny before Meihe." "Oh, yes." "However, at that time——if I let you or Ki Kima die in order to achieve my goal, I will regret it for the rest of my life. Even if I can meet the goddess at the Tower of Fate, change my destiny as I wish, and return to the present world, I will It is impossible to spend the rest of my life happily.” So—Wen knew it was a sophistry, but still said: "Just because we are friends and partners, I hope you stay in a safe place for me. Please, Mina." Mina covered her face with her hands, weeping silently.Gen put his hands on her shoulders again. "I don't know the exact departure time yet. However, it must be soon. As soon as Chief Jill arrives in Gasala, he will leave immediately. So I want to say goodbye now. Thank you all the time. I can't express my gratitude to you. .real." Mina's voice leaked from between her fingers, as if moaning: "To Ki Kima..." "I'll talk to him later." Because Mina is not moving.Gently stood up. "Thank you, Mina. You must always be a happy Mina. You must become the star of the trapeze circus and bring happiness to the people of the Southern Continent—no, the entire fantasy world. Okay? We agreed. .” Mina didn't answer.