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2	Using the new information retrieval ability looking at the picture in perspective, he first found and "spread out" one by one all anti-personnel radars. Then he destroyed the inner chambers of the ship. Although all this was not used as a weapon, but during the invasion of the inside of the hidden dock, he destroyed various systems of this ship when they came across his "eye."
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6	When the control room of the dock, disguised as a tanker, discovered Yanagi and the others, it was already too late for the detachment of the deserters of the Great Asian Alliance.
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8	- There is no response from the remote fire point!
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10	The officer responsible for the ship's defensive systems shouted.
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12	"Use the gas!" - Major Daniel Liu, who crossed from submarine to dock, shouted in a usual orderly tone.
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14	"But then our allies will fall under him!"
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16	- Never mind. Stopping violators is more important.
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18	- There is! ...Useless! The exhaust gas valves do not open! "However, the response of the subordinate only increased his irritation.
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20	- Hey, what are you waiting for !? Close the partitions! By any means, delay the invasion!
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22	"The partitions ... do not move!"
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24	"What happened there!"
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26	At Liu's cry, none of the people present had an answer.
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30	In the rear, Tatsuya released his magic.
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32	... The remotely controlled turret on the path of Yanagi and Lu Ganghu was destroyed.
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34	Tatsuya freed his magic.
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36	... The electrical installation of the gas outlet was cut.
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38	Tatsuya's magic was free.
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40	... The power line of the electric motors of the partitions was cut off.
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42	Maybe not as spectacular as the cracking of Fujibayashi or Sanada, but it did not work at the hardware level, which gave the advantage of a longer recovery.
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44	He did not destroy the hull of the ship directly, but "decomposed" all the insides of the hidden mobile dock.
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46	- It's enough. - From Kazama, walking next to Tatsuya, came the call to stop. "It seems Yanagi and Colonel Chen have reached their destination." There is no longer any need to risk showing your magic.
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48	- There is. - Tatsuya nodded at the words of Kazama, and the last "decomposition" broke the assembly of the propeller and the shaft of the submarine.
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52	Yanagi and Lu Ganghu invaded the dock at the same time. After that, they looked at each other in the eye for a moment. Lu Ganghu jumped to the submarine, and Yanagi ran further along the aisle dock.
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54	From the other entrance to the dock appeared enemy soldiers. There were not so many enemies. Probably because deserters have a limited number of people, and left the majority on land.
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56	They also had insufficient weapons. In the Yokohama incident, not only the main forces, but also the penetration unit possessed high-power rifles, and the soldiers who appeared here, except for conventional rifles with bayonets, had nothing.
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58	In this case, the battle should be simplified by the bulletproof properties of clothing, but Yanagi had no intention of indulging the enemy. He rushed into contact with the enemy ahead of his subordinates. The enemy was not even given time to pull the trigger.
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60	Assault rifles, apparently, were created for use inside a vessel or building, using a pull-and-pop system to reduce the total length of the handle and with an inner grip for the left hand to eliminate the deflection of the barrel direction.
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62	The nearest enemy Yanagi struck his hand under his chin. The enemy flew into the air. The height to which it took off will never be possible when struck by physical force alone. Activated at the moment of contact, the Speed Magic acted not only on the chin, but on the whole body, throwing it.
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64	From two different sides, bayonets rushed towards Yanagi. It seems they did not shoot, afraid to hit their own. This decision, in principle, was not a mistake. However, looking at the result, they did wrong.
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66	Yanagi approached the right enemy and, grabbing the assault rifle of the enemy by the handle, sharply pulled. Leaning forward, the enemy soldier Yanagi even more pulled forward for the collar, and he sideways leaked to the enemy behind his back. As a result, bayonets pushed the soldiers into each other in the chest. Yanagi added speed, striking the enemy in the back. A cutting scream was heard. After dropping assault rifles with blood-stained bayonets, a moment later, two men fell to the floor.
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68	Confusion came to the ranks of the enemy. Yanagi was right in the middle of the enemy. If you shoot at him, the bullet is likely to hit the ally. However, if they choose the battle on bayonets, they saw what kind of future awaits them on a bad example, shown just killed comrades.
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70	They were in the narrow corridor of the hidden dock. There's nothing to be done either. Soldiers detachment of deserters of the Great Asian Alliance, sent to interception, were mistaken in tactics. They crowded together in one place. It was natural to think that you need to take advantage of the number of people, but that was until you had to stop, because the enemy had come to close combat. In addition, Yanagi was followed by his subordinates.
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72	Suddenly Yanagi crouched down. From a distance, two Yanagi subordinates opened heavy fire from short submachine guns the size of a submachine gun.
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74	Since the enemies were also in bulletproof vests, it was not their complete destruction. However, the damage received by shots from a distance of three meters was not easy. Thanks to this, Yanagi and his subordinates ascended the final attack and completely suppressed the enemy soldiers in this place.
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78	- Three, follow me. The rest, cover behind, and get busy with these guys. - Without waiting for the answer of his subordinates, Yanagi moved on down the aisle. Three of the subordinates followed him, and of the remaining four, one remained on Yanagi's orders to bind the recently defeated enemies, and the three began the covering fire.
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86	"Is Daniel Liu caught?" - Chen Xiangshan answered the question with Lu Ganghu who came to the connection.
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88	"No, he was not on board." Bradley Zhang is also not found.
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90	"Leave the detainees to the others, Captain, return to us immediately."
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94	It is very likely that Bradley Zhang acted separately from the very beginning. On the other hand, Chen Xiangshan was convinced that Daniel Liu is here. If not on a submarine, then it is in the mobile dock command room.
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96	"The Japanese must have already reached this place ..."
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98	Reflecting on this, Chen Xiangshan was not at all nervous. The main instigator of the sabotage, Daniel Liu, and commander of the advanced lines, Bradley Zhang. If you catch these two, then, of course, all the plans of the faction of opponents of reconciliation will collapse. However, Chen Xiangshan did not care to catch Liu with his own hands. After all, it did not matter when the main goals were achieved, namely stopping diversion and catching a detachment of deserters.
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104	They were both students of Yakumo, but their relationship was not like that of close friends. It's not that they achieved any kind of harmony, but it seemed, under the influence of one master, they formed a similar mindset, so that one could understand the intentions of the other without words.
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106	Internal cameras and other surveillance equipment were recently destroyed. The bridge is now blind. Even if the enemy commander wants to escape, a natural procedure for him now will be to send people to the reconnaissance.
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108	Tatsuya and Kazama have already met two groups of two people, four scouts in total. The enemy soldiers coming in front did not notice Tatsuya and Kazama. Tatsuya was sure that he also somehow became invisible. Bypassing the opponents one by one, he did not remember that he knew the technique with which he could escape detection by other people.
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110	"This is one of the" Technician Tengu ", developed by Kiichi Hogen," Cloak of invisibility "? This technique is somewhat reminiscent of the" Hiding Mantle, "ancient magic from Europe."
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112	Kiichi Hogen was a famous exorcist from the legend, who stole knowledge (learned?) Of Minamoto-no Yoshitsune's military art, and was also known as a kenjutsu master, the founder of the ancient style of the sword Kyohati-ryu. ["The style of the eight capitals"]
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114	However, with the recognition of the real existence of magic, another list has been added to the list of legends about Kiichi Hogen.
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116	In his relations with Minamoto no Yoshitsune, Kiichi Hogen from ancient times was identified with Kurama Tengu. [Tengu is a mythological ugly being with a red face and a long nose, something like a goblin, Kurama is a mountain, i.e. verbatim Goblin from Mount Kurama]
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118	The art of kenjutsu Yoshitsune taught Kurama Tengu, and martial arts - Kiichi Hogen. If you look from the point of view of Yoshitsune, then it will be natural to consider these two as one person.
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120	But why was Kurama "Tengu"? Kurama is understandable. The monk from Mount Kurama taught Minamoto the art of the sword, which later became the beginning of the Kyohati-ryu style. But none of this leads to the notion of "Tengu".
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122	According to the theory put forward by the researchers of the history of magic, Kiichi Hoheng was called Tengu, because he systematized the art of exorcism for use against people, he invented the "Tengu-jutsu" [Tengu Techniques], later presented as "Ninjutsu" [Secrecy Techniques]. This thesis received many supporters and is now accepted as an established theory.
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124	Kazama practiced these Techniques Tengu even before he became a disciple of Yakumo. From this ancient magic, and the nickname of Kazama "Daitengu" [Big Tengu] happened. Despite the fact that he learned many techniques of ninjutsu from Yakumo, the main weapon and strength of Kazama is still "Tengu-jutsu".
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126	The magic that prevents detection, "Cloak of invisibility" - one of the characteristic representatives of magic from "Tengu-jutsu". She looked like an innate magic (BS-magic) It Haruki.
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130	Instead of changing light or sound waves, it invades consciousness and makes the enemy think that you are not there.
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132	The power of concealing presence is inferior to Ono Haruka's similar inborn ability. However, "Cloak of invisibility" of "Tengu-jutsu" cannot be found by any of his current companions, even Tatsuya himself.
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134	The range of magic coverage depends on the skill of the operator. Kazama could hide up to four people, including himself.
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136	Tatsuya was not seen by the scouts of the enemy precisely because of the "Cloak of Invisibility" of Kazama.
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138	They approached the entrance to the bridge room. It was the control room [giving orders], not the steering room. Even with a tanker-looking tanker, the internal structure resembled the characteristics of warships.
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140	Kazama opened the door to the control room. The head of the detachment of the deserters of the Great Asian Alliance, who was inside, turned to the sound, but when he saw Kazama, he turned away, as if losing interest.
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142	- Report the situation! Hey, hey! ... It's useless, major donor. It looks like the intercept unit was destroyed.
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144	- Those who remain on the submarine also do not answer. I think we need to run by ourselves.
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146	Three people remained in the control room. Others were sent to the dock or, as now, to scout. Unfortunately, Tatsuya did not know what they were talking about, but Kazama understood Chinese. The view of Kazama gave Tatsuya a sign that he was sure that these three were the leaders of the detachment plotting the diversion.
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148	"Decomposition" Tatsuya has made holes in the bodies of the officers of the detachment of deserters from the Great Asian Alliance. Both shoulders, both hips - 4 points for each person. Summoning magic at the same time for 12 targets, Tatsuya instantly neutralized the enemy leaders.
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156	Captain Johnson was still at sea when the troops of Kazama and Chen Xiangshan completed the operation of taking control of the submarine and the disguised dock. Arriving at the meeting point until noon, he descended from the mini-submarine into the sea and surfaced in a wet suit. Seeing that there, as expected, an anchored ship was disguised as a private yacht, Johnson gave an unpleasant sigh of relief.
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158	His partner, Captain Jasmine Williams, was waiting on board.
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160	"Jas!" Something happened?
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162	According to the plan, she had to wait in the shelter on the island of Kuma. Jasmine was not such a person who would back away from the plan on a personal whim. Johnson asked about the reasons for changing plans with a serious face, not giving himself the reason to joke.
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164	- Do not you know? ... No, you do not seem to know. - From Jasmine's response, Johnson's unpleasant premonition grew stronger. Unfortunately, it was not an unnecessary fear. - The main forces of tomorrow's operation are captured by the Japanese army. Therefore, I want to hold a meeting as soon as possible to organize everything from the very beginning.
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168	"... Understood." I'm going to change my clothes.
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170	"I'm waiting in the dining room."
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172	Watching the departed Jasmine, Johnson went to the cabin, appointed locker room.
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176	In the dining room (the mess-room) Jasmine was waiting at the table and one of the leaders of the detachment of deserters from the Great Asian Alliance, Bradley Zhang.
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178	Zhang often looked at Jasmine, apparently because he could not believe in her real personality.
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180	Jasmine tried to avoid other members of the detachment of deserters, except Liu. The meeting with Zhang was inevitable, because Liu was captured.
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182	Today, Zhang first saw her face. Naturally, with her 12-13-year-old appearance, it's hard to convince him that she is a magician in the rank of captain.
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184	The place where they waited, though called the dining room, but there was only a mini-kitchen and a small table with chairs. The giant Zhang here seemed to be very crowded, but there was not even a hint of complaint on his part. As with Johnson.
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186	"They were caught, was it an inspection?" The mobile dock was supposed to be in international waters.
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188	- This is not an inspection. I do not know the details, but it seems that it was an illegal surprise attack.
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190	- Piracy by the regular army! Johnson spat in anger.
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192	"It's not for us to condemn the Japanese army in this regard." "Jasmine did not reassure him, but said to look at what they themselves did."
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194	"... Do you know anything else?" "A little calming down," Johnson asked in a more subdued tone.
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196	- It seems that the search party of the Great Asian Alliance also participated in the attack.
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198	- I knew that the Japanese army cooperated with the army of the Great Asian Alliance, it's bad. Does this mean that there was a leak of information about tomorrow's operation?
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200	- The other party also decided to resort to illegal operations. I have no doubt that they are now resorting to truth serum. "There was no reproach or disgust in Jasmine's words. Brainwashing and torture were not unusual for her, specializing in covert operations. - That is, the operation itself, has already failed.
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202	In the current operation, the Australian army plays the role of a reserve in the faction of opponents of reconciliation of the Great Asian Alliance. They had to remain a direct physical support, but now the Jasmine and Johnson pair is the only available fighting force.
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204	They did not plan to participate as the basis of the force in the sabotage operation. In an agreed plan, Australia supported a faction of opponents of reconciliation, provided that the main task is to monitor the situation to the last, and intervene only in the event of unforeseen circumstances.
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206	Of course, the Australian army did not forbid to engage in battle completely. If they did not want a battle, they would not send these two. This intention reflected British influence, without it Australia would not have gone to these actions.
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208	Nevertheless, Australia will not try to seize the operation with a low chance of success. This time Australia acts as a secret ally of Britain, which organized this operation, planning to stop Japan's growing global presence.
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210	- The operation must be carried out. It will be a vain sacrifice if we stop now. - But Bradley Zhang's position was different. He insisted on conducting sabotage at any cost.
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212	Naturally, Zhang had such a point of view. They deserted from the army of Hong Kong, part of the Great Asian Alliance and engaged in this operation.
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214	It's no secret that Hong Kong is under the political influence of Britain. And yet the country to which they belong, is still the Great Asian Alliance.
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216	Zhang cannot return to Hong Kong, there he is already considered a criminal. The punishment that awaits him there, as a highly qualified combat magician, will at best be in the form of heavy correctional labor, but more likely he will be turned into a puppet soldier with brainwashing ... that is, degradation to the state of a living weapon without free will.
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224	"But we lost the submarine, which is the main force of the operation."
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226	As Jasmine noted, tomorrow's operation consisted in the fact that Zhang with a detached detachment distracts the attention of the guard, while the attack from the submarine follows from the sea. In addition, it was not planned to launch a direct attack with missiles or torpedoes, but secret dispatch of agents who, having approached, would install bombs on the pontoons holding the island afloat.
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228	"There is still a small boat left." In principle, because you just need to get under water imperceptibly. The presence of a submarine is not absolutely necessary for the operation.
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232	- In our detachment there were magicians who are well versed in underwater activities. Although our number has decreased, this will not be an obstacle to the operation.
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236	- We cannot make a decision on our own. Please give me time to contact your country. Instead of Jasmine Johnson, he suggested to Zhang. It was not an attempt to delay time. It was an indisputable fact that you need to get permission from Australia.
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248	"Senior Lieutenant Fujibayashi, good work."
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252	Fujibayashi's second name, Electron Sorceress, was obtained mainly for the hacker's ingenious skills, but also reflected her magician skills. She is a skilful user of the magic of systems of scattering, concentration and oscillation, by which she interferes with the electromagnetic signal. Instead of using an electromagnetic wave as a means of attack or intelligence, this "sorceress" specializes in magic interfering with communication, whether wireless or wired. The optical coupling is also included in the area of its influence, since it is still ultimately converted to an electrical signal. In addition, Fujibayashi has special skills not only to intercept the actual connection, but also data from rewritable and erasable magnetic, electronic and optical media.
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256	"Sanada, did you decrypt it?"
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260	Sanada could crack most of those ciphers that were difficult even for Fujibayashi. Sanada is not only excellent in magical engineering, but also an expert in cryptography.
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262	"And what does it say?"
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264	- A question was asked whether the operation scheduled for tomorrow should be stopped. The Australian army postponed the response.
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266	"Seeing their position, I would be grateful if they would continue ..."
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268	If Tatsuya were here, he would dispute the words of Kazama. For him, the incident was far from over. However, from the point of view of Kazama, some victims are inevitable for obtaining a favorable result, no, rather, he believed that these were the necessary costs to achieve the goal. A detachment of deserters from the Great Asian Alliance has already lost the ability to be active. Kazama and his entourage analyzed this situation. The probability that they will be able to replenish their forces during the day is zero. It is predicted that even if they decide to conduct a sabotage, they will not cause much damage.
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280	- The response of the Australian army came. - Still thinking about the possible deception of Kazama Fujibayashi reported on the interception of the message.
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282	"And what do they say?"
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286	- Yes, it says: "It is allowed to continue the operation tomorrow." To successfully complete the assignment, cooperate with the faction of opponents of reconciliation from the Great Asian Alliance. "
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288	- I see. Yanagi. - Having answered "Is", Yanagi came up from the corner of the room. - Inform Chen Xiangshan about this and form a detachment with him. I entrust you with the details of the interception.
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290	- I got it. - Having given honor to Kazama, Yanagi left the room. His gait was a bit easier than usual.
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292	"Despite everything, Australia seems to be self-confident. Maybe they have some new weapons? Sanada turned to Kazama in a tone that did not feel serious.
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294	- No, I do not think that they will achieve serious success. - However, the answer of Kazama contained no signs that he took it as a joke.
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300	- Such thinking is for the big bosses who usually stand behind such matters. In addition, instructions issued from afar often will not match the situation on the ground, and management always wants to control the situation as accurately as possible. - Kazama, speaking with sarcasm, had in mind a more general case, applicable not only to the military. Due to the fact that he was treated with a cool attitude because of false accusations of arbitrary actions, even if he was eventually promoted to rank, he still had a tendency to make vicious expressions with respect to his superiors. Naturally, given that they will not hear it.
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302	- And vice versa, when no specific instructions are given, it often means foreseeing failure and unwillingness to take responsibility. In our case, it seems, it happened.
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304	- The commander's opinion can be understood, but do not you think that if the operation is considered to be failed beforehand, then they will expose their agents to danger? - With a person who does not agree with Kazama, Sanada expressed his opinion.
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310	"Will they just throw their magician agents away?"
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312	In contrast to the surprised Sanada, Kazama nodded with an unflappable face.
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314	"If they really did not want to lose their magicians, they would not have put them on such a dangerous operation." This is not just what is called a big risk. It's like walking on a rope without a safety net.
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316	- They were considered one-time garbage from the very beginning ...? - The voice of Fujibayashi, who asked instead Sanada, who was speechless, was trembling slightly.
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318	"Suppose a magician appeared in the USNA, who was recognized as an immediate threat to Japan. Would you send Tatsuya alone to the USNA?
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320	- No ... at least I think that you need to organize enough support. Fujibayashi nodded understandingly in response to the specific example given.
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322	- Are there any shortcomings in abilities, or in physical terms ... They were assigned to a mission of penetration. I think, although they are competent, but I think their loss will not be pitied.
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324	Kazama picked up the tablet terminal from the table. It was the same one used during the meeting with Tatsuya on the second floor of the steak house. He called on the screen the same thing as at that moment. A photograph of a mustached man and a girl 12-13 years old in a straw hat.
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326	- For example. What if the look of this "girl" was not due to taking medications, but because of a genetic anomaly that appeared as a side effect of the adjustment?
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328	- Commander, this is ... - The phrase "side effect of adjustment" paralyzed the language of Fujibayashi.
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330	"It's only a guess." But do not you think that this is possible?
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332	- And the truth. - Instead of Fujibayashi, Sanada became again the opponent of Kazama. - Very much can be. Moreover, it is not surprising that, if this is an improved magician, her body can burn at any time. The likelihood that Australia conducts research, similar to the said commander, is very high.
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344	Finally, it was March 28.
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346	Miyuki's public affairs as heiress of the Yotsuba family ended yesterday. For today, it is planned to attend the party at the invitation of a friend, and Tatsuya should go with her for the company.
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348	... This is an official timetable.
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350	However, the main task for today is the work entrusted to the current head of the Yotsuba family. Initially, the job entrusted was to contribute to the successful holding of the party, stopping the sabotage.
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352	- Miyuki-sama arranged an arrangement for her presence at the party, but now it has become unnecessary. - Shirakawa, the butler with a soft smile, sent by the head of the Yotsuba family, said.
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354	He has the 6th rank among 8 butlers and is not in the top three with access to Yotsuba's secrets.
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356	However, these were secrets, except for the head of the family, only a handful of people from the main and secondary families, rank 1 among the butlarians - Hayama, rank 2 - Hanabishi, rank 3 - Kurebayashi, as well as engineers associated with the central object of the former Fourth Laboratory. But this did not mean that from the 4th rank, butlers, including Shirakawa, did not know the facts about the rest of Yotsuba's activity, hidden from the world.
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358	Shirakawa also had the necessary knowledge to support the fulfillment of the mission. That's why he was sent here.
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360	"However, it is difficult to judge whether Tatsuya-sama's participation in the party is necessary or not.
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362	Tatsuya could not blame Shirakawa for lack of attention, as the main representative of the reinforcements sent. After all, Miyuki is looking forward to Tatsuya accompanying her there, so he was a little upset.
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364	"I'm sure that the enemy's activities will be extremely limited, because this time we know when and where their target is." Support is also good.
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366	These were arrogant words. But these were Tatsuya's real thoughts. However, not only Miyuki, but Minami and Shirakawa knew that these arrogant words did not carry pride in themselves.
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368	Knowing the attacked object and not taking any measures, the enemy will be able to defeat by force only if the defense forces are limited. This does not apply to the present case. Since there was no need to look for where the enemy was hiding, it was easy for Tatsuya.
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370	Tatsuya and the rest were now on a yacht prepared by the Yotsuba family. Immediately after the incident of Yokohama, predicting that the work at sea will be greater, the second rank among the butlers of the main house Hanabishi ordered it at the Nagasaki shipyard, and arrived yesterday in Okinawa for assistance in the current mission. Looking like a yacht for leisure, it was a "wolf in sheep's clothing," a high-speed ship stuffed with equipment for battles.
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374	This time, at the helm was Shirakawa. Both Tatsuya and Minami were technically able to manage, but only Shirakawa had a license to operate small vessels capable of entering the open sea, at a time when Tatsuya was not due to age restrictions.
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376	In addition, Tatsuya should focus on intercepting the enemy, and Minami should always be next to Miyuki as an escort at the party. Shirakawa's management was a natural choice.
377
378	- Good.
379
380	After Miyuki gave her permission, Shirakawa started the engine of a fast boat disguised as a yacht. The departure was so soft that there was no movement at all.
381
382	Three days ago the ship, borrowed from the army by Joseph, was convenient, but this fast boat was more comfortable.
383
384	Apparently, this was achieved with the help of some magical trick. The ship itself was a magical device, similar to a weapon with integrated CAD. Tatsuya with his perception found another servant Yotsuba, who, apparently, got on board as an engineer to activate the magic, relieving the pitching and vibration.
385
386
387
388	â—Š â—Š â—Š
389
390
391
392	An ordinary plane from the main island of Okinawa to the island of Kume flies about three hours, but the speed boat reached the port in the east of the island in two hours.
393
394	"At maximum speed we would have reached an hour, but I chose the movement with maximum comfort." Said the butler of Shirakawa.
395
396	They did not go directly to the artificial island "Saikashin", but arrived on the island of Kume, because the party will begin in the evening, and now there is still no noon.
397
398	- Miyuki.
399
400	- Tatsuya-san!
401
402	Shizuku and Honoka were waiting in the port. Miyuki informed them in advance about the planned time of arrival.
403
404	- Honoka, Shizuku. Did you come to meet us?
405
406	Miyuki did not tell Tatsuya that she had sent a message to the two. Although for him the appearance of Honoka and Shizuku was unexpected, but he was not surprised. Perhaps because he was thinking about such an opportunity? Or unconsciously thought that this does not affect his work? At least he did not think about Honoka and Shizuku that "it does not matter whether they need it or not."
407
408	"Have you two already had lunch?" If not, how about joining us?
409
410	Here he got to the point, because they themselves wanted to say it.
411
412	- Of course! Certainly! With joy!
413
414	"Honoka, you're overexcited." ... We also were going to have a snack.
415
416	Tatsuya hardly smiled noticeably, looking at the ready dance with the enthusiasm of Honoka, and embarrassed by the unexpected offer of Shizuku. It was a kind smile, and not that ironic expression with a tight smile, which he used to demonstrate from the first days after admission to high school.
417
418
419
420	On the advice of Honoka, they took the "Shrimp hamburgers." Honoka justified her choice by the fact that the party will be in the style of receiving guests with a buffet with expensive food, so it's better to eat something simple in the daytime. There were hamburgers with shrimps of two kinds of frying, fries and saute. Five people (Tatsuya, Miyuki, Honoka, Shizuku and Minami) took one hamburger, cut it into pieces, and tried food that is hard to get in Tokyo.
421
422	"By the way, Tatsuya-san, where are you going to change?"
423
424	For dessert thereafter, there was the Okinawa zenzay (shredded syrup with grated ice), during which Shizuku asked Tatsuya while looking at Miyuki. Shizuku was probably worried that they, staying at a hotel on the main island of Okinawa, nowhere to change clothes. It was really a topical issue.
425
426	- If you want, there is a beauty salon nearby.
427
428	- Thank you. But everything is in order. We change our clothes on the yacht.
429
430	However, for Miyuki everything was already provided. Although not as good as in a beauty salon, but on a yacht (a disguised speedboat), a cabin with a full-length mirror and accessories for make-up was allocated for this business. So she could go to the party right from the ship.
431
432	Tatsuya felt anxious, is this enough when he heard this question.
433
434	"Miyuki, why do not you accept Shizuku's offer, because she tried for us."
435
436	Tatsuya believed that Miyuki is incomparable in beauty and without makeup specialists. And also thought that if the expert is unprofessional, it can even spoil the charm of Miyuki. Because of this subconscious thought, he did not even think of reserving a place in the beauty salon on the main island of Okinawa or on the island of Kuma.
437
438	However, the specialist who hired Shizuku is unlikely to be a "layman". Most likely it will be a first-class specialist, who at least somehow, but can still improve the image.
439
440	Miyuki felt Tatsuya's unconscious mind.
441
442	"If Tatsuya-sama says so, then ... can I ask that?"
443
444	- Yeah, good. - Without showing any irritation, Shizuku answered Miyuki, who had rejected her previous words. - Minami too.
445
446	Hearing an unexpected name in Shizuku's speech, spoken in an address to Miyuki, Minami looked at Tatsuya.
447
448	"It would be nice to take care of Minami too."
449
450	Pushed by his principle of necessity to give an immediate answer, Minami with the words "Yes, please," bowed to Shizuku.
451
452
453
454	â—Š â—Š â—Š
455
456
457
458	At 2 pm Tatsuya took a taxi to Miyuki's and Minami's dresses at the hotel where Shizuku stopped. And when the preparation was over, Miyuki contacted him two hours before the party, at 16:30. The waiting time was unexpectedly short. Quicker than expected, Miyuki returned from a first-class stylist who prepared the proper image for the party to. No, better to say, not ashamed of the beauty of Miyuki, he showed his talent. It can be said that managing at two and a half hours is a pretty quick result.
459
460	However, also the fact is that there is not much time left. Having met Miyuki with Minami, Tatsuya decided to go immediately.
461
462	In addition, Shizuku and Honoka said that they plan to go to the venue of the party by helicopter. The artificial island "Saikasin" was built 30 kilometers west of the island of Kume. The helicopter will fly there for 10 minutes. These two (especially Honoka) were persistently called to go together by helicopter.
463
464	Indeed, with the presence of a helicopter, you do not have to worry. However, for the convenience of his present work, Tatsuya could not accept the offer of Honoka and Shizuku. Miyuki cannot act separately from Tatsuya, Minami's job is to protect Miyuki. In such circumstances, these three led by Tatsuya returned to their fleet and headed for an artificial island.
465
466	When Miyuki and Minami were preparing for the party, Tatsuya did not sit around too. He visited a military base in the north of the island, where he met with Kazama and gave him the latest data on the location of James J. Johnson, obtained by the "Elemental Sight." After the meeting, he flew around the artificial island on the reconnaissance aircraft of the Air Force, checking the situation both with his own eyes and with his "eyes."
467
468	He returned to the eastern port at 4 pm. He quickly changed into a costume for a party and went to pick up Miyuki with Minami.
469
470	This compressed schedule was tiresome for Tatsuya. Although it would be a little easier, if there was not lunch with Honoka and Shizuku, but he was not going to complain about it. And the fact that he was able to finally take a breath when the boat went off was not a sham.
471
472	Tatsuya took off his jacket, hung it on the hanger, and sat in a chair in the cabin. Although it was not a sofa, the chair was with a soft high and wide headboard back, giving a feeling of complete comfort.
473
474	For a moment, the thought came to his mind that the suit might have been wrinkled, another change of clothes would be a problem. But he stayed in the chair.
475
476
477
478	"Onii-sama?"
479
480	No one answered the knock. Surprised that there was no answer to either the knock or the voice, Miyuki carefully opened the door.
481
482	- Oh! Involuntarily making a surprised sound, Miyuki covered her mouth with both hands. It was not noticeable that Tatsuya woke up. Relieved, putting her hand to her chest, Miyuki entered Tatsuya's cabin, trying not to make noise.
483
484	To see this defenseless sleeping face was happiness for Miyuki. She knows. Even during a strong sleep Tatsuya feels signs of activity around him. Even in a dream, he is always ready for battle.
485
486	He still has not woken up just because he does not consider Miyuki an enemy in every sense of the word. This was evidence that Tatsuya fully trusts Miyuki and sees no reason to defend himself against her.
487
488	Miyuki advanced further, closer to Tatsuya.
489
490	Looking back, she was convinced that the door was tightly closed. Still worrying, she looked around several times, then calmed down, as if realizing what her behavior looked like from the outside. Closing her eyes and putting her hands to her chest, she regained her breath. Opening her eyes, holding the hair with one hand and the edge of the skirt with the other hand, Miyuki slowly brought her face closer to Tatsuya.
491
492	Two days before the competition of dissertations, in October of the year before last. Late in the evening two days before that incident of Yokohama. Remembering her failure in a similar situation when her hand slipped, Miyuki supported her body, not touching the handrail chair on which Tatsuya sat.
493
494	Meanwhile,
495
496	Lips of Miyuki approached Tatsuya's lips.
497
498	There was still no sign that Tatsuya was awake.
499
500	The distance was even less than when the breath starts to mix,
501
502	Probably less than a millimeter remained.
503
504	Miyuki, closed her eyes tightly,
505
506	And suddenly turned around, ran away from the cabin Tatsuya, blushing to the ears.
507
508
509
510
511
512	â—Š â—Š â—Š
513
514
515
516	Saikashin has an underwater mining plant on the ocean floor, and itself is an octagon of the right form, floating afloat on 12 cylindrical pontoons, and also having 4 pipes as a route for lifting the ore. The artificial island platform itself is a five-layered structure divided into residential areas, among which there is a luxury hotel for the guests of the island.
517
518	Today's party will take place in the banquet hall of the hotel, located in the first layer on the top ("floor") of the platform. 30 minutes before the opening ceremony, invited guests one by one gathered in the lobby in front of the banquet hall.
519
520	- ... I'm sure I will not be unnecessary here? - Sayaka said, looking at the crowd of gentlemen and ladies in expensive clothes and with expensive accessories, which showed their high social status, although she did not understand this.
521
522	- Everything is fine. Mibu-san, you really are.
523
524	- Is it true?
525
526	Even Azusa's words were not convincing for her, Sayaka nervously fingered the tip of her stole. [cape on the shoulders, such as a scarf]
527
528	- Excessive experiences, Sayaka. As you can see, there are other students besides us. In addition, this party is not the main event of this trip. You need to discard superfluous thoughts and come off to the fullest.
529
530	"D-really." "Sayaka finally calmed down when she heard words of enthusiasm from Kanon. As Kanon said, in the lobby everywhere you could see young people aged 20-25 years, as well as girls who look like their peers.
531
532	Suddenly, Sayaka's and Kanon's eyes attracted their cohays, descending the stairs to the lobby.
533
534	- Chiyoda-sempai, Mibu-senpai, you came early.
535
536	Careful not to disturb the rest of the guests, Honoka approached them and spoke to them.
537
538	Approached with her, Shizuku bowed slightly.
539
540	"Mitsui-san, Kitai-san, have you come together?"
541
542	Kanon group was invited on behalf of the Isori family, Kanon herself accompanies the groom, and the remaining five are friends of Isori. However, in the case of Shizuku, her parents were originally invited guests, and Honoka and Shizuku - their escort. Therefore, when entering the venue, they should not be separated from their parents.
543
544	"No, over there." - As always, the laconic Shizuku showed the direction with a glance. In the place where Shizuku was looking, there was a high school student and a married couple from China, Ushio and Benio, who exchanged greetings with famous politicians, whom Kanon also knew.
545
546	- It's amazing. - Azusa's conversation, which stood next to them, was delighted.
547
548	"This man was quite an outstanding politician, after all?" That one who came up to say hello from the other side ... - In the voice of Kanon was heard not only the impression, but also surprise.
549
550	"Are you saying something remarkable?" This is one of the senior ministers. He is a very influential person from the family associated with JSDF, but there's nothing to worry about. - Said in a whisper unknown when the Isori came up.
551
552	The family of Ushio does not belong to any company directly related to weapons. However, the corporate group of the Ushio family holds a large share in the production of intermediate goods for weapons, from bullets to fighters. Since the production of ammunition for the internal needs of the army is not the main activity, then losing the favor of Benio Ushio, the supply of the army could be stalled, and sales could be transferred to civilian use or exports. The expression "do not worry" used by Isori, one might say, reflected this state of affairs.
553
554	"In that case, we too will go greet them."
555
556	"Whom?"
557
558	"Both sides, of course." - Pushing Kanon from behind, Isori went to Ushio, Benio and the politician talking with them.
559
560	"Do not worry so much." - Sayaka and Azusa watched the back of the departing couple with their eyes, and, whispered in a whisper to Shizuku, blinked continuously, like a dove, caught off guard by a shot from a toy gun. Even if they do not go to the greeting now, there is still Shizuku. Even after the party starts, there will be plenty of opportunities for conversation. As a result, a serious expression appeared on the faces of these two people.
561
562	Outwardly looking calm, Isori was far from complete self-control.
563
564	"Honoka, what's wrong?" - Shizuku, in turn, has not yet seen how Isori's affairs are there. She talked with Honoka, who kept looking around uneasily around the lobby. Nevertheless, she knew, without asking who was looking for Honoka.
565
566	"Tatsuya-san, it seems, has not come yet?"
567
568	- Exactly. As soon as Miyuki's group arrives, everyone will understand this at once. - Shizuku had in mind "you forgot about Miyuki and Minami," but her words never reached Honoka.
569
570
571
572	â—Š â—Š â—Š
573
574
575
576	At the time when Honoka expressed her excitement, the speedboat with the Tatsuya group had long arrived at the port of the artificial island. Miyuki did not appear in the lobby, because she did not like being surrounded. Covered with many mysteries, Yotsuba Princess is of considerable interest among the masses, who will strive to communicate with her. And Miyuki's astounding appearance will only exacerbate this situation.
577
578	Tatsuya did not approach the venue for another reason. He was heading for the newly opened underground shopping center of the artificial island. Full-value sales in all stores will begin next month with the start of the mining subsea plant, but some souvenir shops and convenience stores have already been opened.
579
580	He found James J. Johnson in front of a well-known store that had offices all over the country. Johnson changed his hair and eye color, and also shaved his mustache. In addition, with the help of the book, he changed the look of his body. However, Tatsuya's "look" does not deceive. He initially did not find with ordinary eyes, but with "Eyes of Spirits" fixed and read the location.
581
582	The enemy also had to understand Tatsuya's approach. In particular, because Tatsuya was not at all hiding. Nevertheless, one could say that the absence of even a little nervousness was a good sign.
583
584	With Johnson was a girl looking for 12-13 years. Red hair and green eyes. The colors differed from those shown by Kazama in the photo. But Tatsuya would never be mistaken, although she was wearing clothes that slightly increased her visual growth, and she also changed the image very much, changing her hair.
585
586	The girl looked up. Her and Tatsuya's eyes met.
587
588	- I apologize. With a slight bow, Tatsuya turned to Johnson. - Today we are holding a private party, so ... I would advise curious glances to stay away.
589
590	"No, please do not worry about it." Johnson answered in a nervous voice and tried to hurry away from Tatsuya. However, Tatsuya could not let them go away just like that.
591
592	- Mistress, also accept my apologies. Such treatment in relation to the lady is unacceptable. I apologize. - Looking at the girl ... Captain Jasmine Williams directly in the eye, he made a formal apology, which is not used in communicating with children.
593
594	"... Thank you for being courteous." In fact, do not worry about it. - he answered the girl with her high, firm voice to her appearance and bowed. After that, Johnson and Jasmine turned and left.
595
596
597
598	â—Š â—Š â—Š
599
600
601
602	Having made sure that behind Tatsuya entered the store, Johnson quickened his pace. Jasmine had to run a little to keep his pace, but he did not slow down. Johnson calmed down only when they turned a corner and left the line of sight of the store. But he was still walking, just dropping the speed to normal for Jasmine.
603
604	After reaching the blind spot in the surveillance cameras, Johnson stopped. Johnson and Jasmine quickly looked around. After making sure that there was no one, they opened the door to the ladder for the workforce in advance with a prepared key and went inside. After that they, Johnson very deeply, and Jasmine slightly, sighed.
605
606	But this relaxation was only for a moment.
607
608	- Jas.
609
610	- What?
611
612	- How do we notice ... in your opinion?
613
614	- No idea. - On a nervous voice Johnson's question, Jasmine shook her head with a serious face.
615
616	- There were no signs of persecution. There are no signs of using magic either ...
617
618	The voice of Jasmine was unexpectedly messy.
619
620	"Jay, there were no signs of using magic?" We did not do anything, did we?
621
622	Jasmine called Johnson a friendly name, not a military appeal, as usual. This was a sign that she was in a state of confusion.
623
624	"Jas, what happened?"
625
626	Jasmine is one year younger than Johnson. But now in his eyes she was helpless, corresponding to her appearance, a girl.
627
628	- I do not know ... There was no sign of magic. There was no sense of magic attack. So why? Why did this feeling of anxiety arise? What is this eerie feeling when suddenly you realize yourself with a rope wrapped around your neck, tightening all the same?
629
630	"Jas, calm down."
631
632	In truth, Johnson already had a memory of the feeling that Jasmine felt right now. Hearing her words about the "tight loop", he remembered the shock that he himself experienced at that time. However, he somehow managed to suppress the feeling of anxiety and calm the trembling, after which, making the most fearless expression, looked Jasmine in the eye.
633
634	"I did not see anything done to you either." At least this guy did not even touch you with a finger.
635
636	Jasmine's breathless breathing slowly returned to normal.
637
638	"... I'm sorry." This is an unusual disorder for me. This Yotsuba magician looked as if he understood too much.
639
640	- Yes. Undoubtedly this guy felt some mystery.
641
642	Jasmine relaxed slightly, because she thought Johnson was joking. However Johnson was absolutely serious.
643
644	"Jas, will we stop this time?"
645
646	Jasmine took several seconds to understand the meaning of these words.
647
648	"... Do not say nonsense." The order for the resolution of active actions has already been obtained.
649
650	"I deliberately said that." This mission ... is dangerous. - Johnson hinted at the refusal of the mission.
651
652	"Captain Johnson, these words are drawn to a military tribunal."
653
654	"It's just us." This means that we ourselves are the ones who make decisions in this operation. If a serious deterioration of the situation is expected, we, at our discretion, may decide to evacuate.
655
656	- This is only in case the fatal situation is predicted with high accuracy! Nothing so specific has happened yet.
657
658	"Is this an ordinary magical fight in our mind !?" This is a secret battle between magicians. It is not known what kind of threat can wait!
659
660	- All the same is in normal work! This is not an excuse to run away!
661
662	Johnson and Jasmine stared at each other. The first person to look away was Johnson.
663
664	"... I'm sorry." I do not know what came over me.
665
666	"... This time I'll pretend that I have not heard anything."
667
668	Jasmine accepted the apology of Johnson, who admitted his mistake.
669
670	- Yes. ... It's time to return? The party will begin soon. That guy is probably gone.
671
672	- Let's go to.
673
674	Johnson walked up the stairs to the aisle and headed for the other door. Jasmine, who was following him, tried to suppress her own desire to abandon the mission, which she undoubtedly felt, too.
675
676
677
678	â—Š â—Š â—Š
679
680
681
682	Tatsuya bought mineral water from the store and returned to Miyuki waiting on the yacht. He did not want to drink. Simply, he considered that leaving the store without buying anything would look unnatural.
683
684	- Onii-sama, is it time to go to the venue?
685
686	When Tatsuya left the yacht alone, he said that he would return when the time came to go to the party. But he suddenly shook his head at Miyuki's question.
687
688	- A little time still remains? Give me five minutes.
689
690	"It's okay ... Really, Onii-sama?"
691
692	The reason he returned to the ship. Probably that the third party did not leave his observation. Reflecting on this, Miyuki realized that Tatsuya was going to do from the phrase "do not escape from observation."
693
694	"I'll call you when the time comes."
695
696	- Thank you.
697
698	After answering the suggestion of Miyuki, who had understood everything, Tatsuya went into his cabin.
699
700
701
702	Although Miyuki and Minami will not enter without permission, Tatsuya still locked the door just in case, took off his jacket and sat on a chair. And immediately closed his eyes. Of course not to take a nap. And in order to direct your "view" to a world that cannot be perceived only by the five senses.
703
704	Tatsuya can "see" the information dimension even at a time when he looks at the ordinary world with the naked eye. However, it is much easier to do this by observing slowly and with a lowered stimulation of the five ordinary senses.
705
706	Using the pioneer bullet released earlier through the Idea as a guide, he got access to information about the "girl" he met on the eve.
707
708	"Jasmine Williams, Captain of the Armed Forces of the Australian Armed Forces." So all the same age and appearance do not coincide? "
709
710	Improved magician with a genetic anomaly.
711
712	Even realizing this, Tatsuya did not flinch. To treat the enemy prejudiced because of this would be very frivolous for him. As an enemy, for Tatsuya they are only a target to be neutralized. If it ceases to be an enemy, then the attitude towards it can change.
713
714	To be sure, Tatsuya also checked the label of James J. Johnson. It was still being tracked without problems. He realized that it would work for another three days, unless of course found.
715
716	"Maybe it's reckless ... but it will be a good practical test."
717
718	When he had finished, Tatsuya opened his eyes and looked at the clock in the cabin. It took more time than he expected. When he was already up and began to put on his jacket, there was a knock at the door.
719
720	"... Onii-sama." It's almost time.
721
722	- I got it. - Having answered Miyuki, he opened the door. Miyuki's hair was without her usual ornaments and gathered up into a bun, and on her open neck shone a tricolor necklace well balanced from pearls of white, black and gold colors.
723
724
725
726	â—Š â—Š â—Š
727
728
729
730	The party dedicated to the completion of Saikasin began. The door to the hall opened, and people wandering around the lobby began to slowly go inside. There are people with two types of thinking: when the boss should go first, and when the big bumps come in after everyone. Today, it seemed, none of them applied, and people just started to enter from the neighbors to the entrance. For this reason, the Tatsuya group that was not waiting in the vestibule was the last, but was not considered late. In other words, Miyuki, accompanied by Tatsuya and Minami behind her, entered the hall already filled with people.
731
732	At the moment of its entrance, the hall, before full of noise, died down. As if the main character appeared. No, at this moment, Miyuki, of course, was the star of this place. People, holding their breath, without stirring, as if losing their self-awareness, looked at this beauty, which a mere mortal cannot have.
733
734	Miyuki smiled slightly embarrassed under all these glances and, standing in the center of the hall, bowed slightly.
735
736	Thus, the fetters of the mind with the people in the hall were removed.
737
738	The noise of the voices returned. Almost all of them were about Miyuki: "Who is this beauty?", "She is from Yotsuba ...", "What, she !?". There were only a few exceptions. Of course, these were long-time students and graduates of First High, as well as Shizuku's parents, who knew Miyuki.
739
740	Tatsuya with Minami first of all accompanied Miyuki to greet Ushio. This is quite natural, because they were here as his guests.
741
742	- Long time no see. Thank you for today. Tatsuya bowed politely. After him, they bowed: Miyuki was elegant and cute, and Minami was innocent and reserved.
743
744	- Thank you, too. Thank you for your courtesy. - Having gathered many views from the audience, Ushio answered Tatsuya with a smile. Tatsuya and Miyuki also met with Ushio last month, after the incident with the terrorist attack in Hakone. So, although in fact it was not "long time to see", but it was not necessary to honestly tell the truth in a situation where someone can overhear. In addition, with the wife of Ushio, Benio, they really have not seen each other for a long time, so this was not a strange greeting.
745
746	"Since your previous meeting, you have become much more grand."
747
748	Benio spoke to Tatsuya of the suitable position of her in a sociable tone. However, Tatsuya was able to read in her words a hidden complaint: "You deceived me well at that time."
749
750	- And Madame still looks great, and has not changed at all. It's an honor to see you today. "Nevertheless, Tatsuya did not feel guilty at all. Benio, looking at him with an evil look, somehow managed to keep a friendly smile on his face.
751
752	"Wataru-kun, have not seen each other for a long time." You're already in high school? "Trying to defuse the situation, Miyuki spoke to Wataru, who stood tensely next to Benio. A beautiful voice, suitable for a beautiful appearance, sounded like a bell in the hall and again made many, irrespective of their age, stiffen.
753
754	- Yes, from this April I am a high school student!
755
756	Wataru's tension was justified. Despite the meaningless answer, it was worthy of respect even that he was able to speak at all.
757
758	Talking with Tatsuya, Ushio watched with such a sad smile.
759
760	"My daughter is here, too." Do not want to go talk to her? - Where Ushio pointed with his gaze, gathered in one group, stood Shizuku, Honoka and graduates.
761
762	"In that case, we will use your offer."
763
764	After bowing once more, Tatsuya's group left Ushio.
765
766	Only after that, people around were able to realize that their behavior was impolite. They hurriedly turned their eyes away from Tatsuya's group and returned to chatter with the nearest interlocutors. Miyuki herself was relieved only when she reached Azusa, Hattori and others.
767
768	- I thought that I had already got used to it, but ... looking at this beauty, I again amazed. - Kanon force of will was high enough, since she managed to say this, because Azusa, Sayaka and others were completely absorbed in Miyuki's aura (except in the usual sense this cannot be called "aura" in the conventional sense).
769
770	- Guys, the people of the Yotsuba family are all unusual. - Miyuki answered without modesty and compliments. After she had gathered so many views on herself, if Miyuki praises the appearance of Kanon now, it will sound like sarcasm. Miyuki also realized this.
771
772	At this point, the organizer of the event climbed onto the stage. After a short greeting, congratulations of about a dozen people followed. When, among others, Ushio spoke, Shizuku looked a little out of place.
773
774
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776	â—Š â—Š â—Š
777
778
779
780	Approximately 60 kilometers west of the island of Kume was a ship, heading northwest. The ship was just a bit larger than an ordinary fishing boat. Even if it was a fishing boat, it did not catch fish, it was clear that it was returning to its port at effective speed.
781
782	A few years ago in this area patrol boats often chased the illegal fishing vessels of the Great Asian Alliance, among which were even disguised warships of both countries. After the incident 5 years ago of the invasion of Okinawa, such cases were a covert provocation of the Great Asian Alliance. But after the conclusion of the peace treaty last year, this ship could openly cross the sea on the surface.
783
784	"Lieutenant-dono, do you really want to go?" We cannot take you back ...
785
786	"We'll figure something out later." First of all, the success of the operation is important. - Lieutenant Bernard Zhang said and lay down on his stomach in a capsule of a controlled torpedo.
787
788	[note. there is no error in the name. but nowhere is it explained why Zhang suddenly has a different name. further everywhere he is again Bradley]
789
790	Zhang is the second number among the detachment of deserters of the Great Asian Alliance. He became the leader in the current situation, when the first issue, Major Daniel Liu, was captured by the Japanese army. Nobody dared to argue with Zhang when he announced that he had chosen a one-way ticket.
791
792	However, this meant that Zhang fully understood what was going on. The phrase "something we come up with" was his assessment of the situation. If the diversion is successful, even if the artificial island is not sunk, the chaos caused by this is inevitable. It will not be so difficult to hijack a ship capable of long navigation in all this mess.
793
794	- Close the hatch.
795
796	- There is.
797
798	At the command of Zhang, the hatch behind him was closed. Zhang's eyes were filled with pitch darkness, but a moment later she was driven away by the dim light of the switched-on appliances.
799
800	In total, they had five such torpedo capsules. Zhang was alone in his own, and another two climbed in two others. These nine men formed a detachment of suicide bombers, going to their last task.
801
802	Capsules were thrown into the sea through an opening at the bottom of the ship. The torpedo capsule propeller was closed with a metal cover completely covering the rear part. This was done to prevent the detection of sound blades.
803
804	Thus, moving solely by the magic of people sitting inside, five torpedo capsules began to advance towards the artificial island of Saikashin.
805
806
807
808	â—Š â—Š â—Š
809
810
811
812	The banquet hall of the hotel, located on the first tier of the underground layers of the artificial island, ended with cheers and it was time for free communication. The gathered representatives of the elite finally regained their composure and began to cast their glances at Miyuki less. A group of graduates, also getting rid of the tension on their faces, went to the table with food.
813
814	- I thought that Isori-senpai would also appear on stage. - During the selection of snacks, Tatsuya spoke with Isori. Taking a snack from the same plate as Tatsuya, Isori shook his head with a smile.
815
816	- Generally, I had such an opportunity, but I preferred to refuse. I have no one here to please with their speeches.
817
818	- It is not true! I'd like to see Kei's gorgeous performance! - Kanon reacted instantly. From her tone it was obvious that this topic was not raised for the first time.
819
820	"By the way, sempai." Could you give me some of your time?
821
822	"Tatsuya-sama?"
823
824	Who was surprised at this proposal, so it's not Isori himself, but Miyuki. What she did not say at the moment "Onii-sama" showed that she, it seems, had already gotten used to it during this time. Actually Isori was also puzzled, but Miyuki overtook him by reaction.
825
826	- ... Something happened? - It seems instead of surprise, Isori felt wrong. From Tatsuya's expression, he realized that his reasoning had come true. - I got it. Let's go there.
827
828	The Isori family has to do with the design of this artificial island. So he knew about the presence of a small room next to the banquet hall. It was a room prepared for changing clothes, so today it should not be used.
829
830	"Miyuki, wait for me here." Minami, I trust Miyuki to you.
831
832	"... Understood."
833
834	"Yes, Tatsuya-sama."
835
836	"Kanon, wait, too."
837
838	Tatsuya stopped Miyuki, who tried to follow them, and Isori - who was also leading Kanon, after which these two, without attracting attention, went to the next room.
839
840
841
842	â—Š â—Š â—Š
843
844
845
846	"So, what really happened?" - Although there was no one in the room, stopped, Isori immediately addressed Tatsuya in a whisper.
847
848	- This party was aimed at deserters from the Great Asian Alliance. - Also stopping, Tatsuya honestly answered Isori's question. From Isori's mouth came a sound. It was not the sound of swallowing saliva, but more like a muffled cry.
849
850	"Why now ..." With a hoarse voice Isori reproached Tatsuya. The broken phrase should be "Why did not you tell me before?".
851
852	"Please do not get me wrong." - Lifting his right hand in front of him, he stopped Isori with a stop gesture to calm down. - Countermeasures against the planned attack have already been completed. They cannot do anything.
853
854	Although it seemed that he did not fully believe Tatsuya's words, Isori still made it clear that he was ready to listen further.
855
856	- Saboteurs approach the artificial island under the water and plan to place bombs to puncture the pontoons.
857
858	"... In that case, this island of Saikashin will not sink."
859
860	- However, today's party will be canceled? If they carry out the plan.
861
862	It seems, Isori, at last, has restored calmness and the ability to reason normally. He directed a questioning glance at Tatsuya.
863
864	"Your words sound pretty confident, but ... why did you tell me all this?"
865
866	"To ask you to be careful if the battle does begin."
867
868	"Even if you did not say, you're not going to be involved in some dangerous business?" - asked Isori with his usual expression of a pacifist on his face. However, Tatsuya's face read an obvious answer.
869
870	In addition, Tatsuya laid out the cards that destroyed Isori's poker face.
871
872	- I know about the defense system of this artificial island, made by the engraving magic. Sempai can also freely activate this magic.
873
874	Isori opened his eyes wide. However, immediately nodded quickly with an understanding face.
875
876	"It's normal for Shiba-kun to know this." In that case, do you know that it is impossible to install a bomb without the help of the defense forces?
877
878	Isori is one of the direct participants in the Yokohama incident. He knows that Tatsuya is a special officer of the national self-defense forces.
879
880	"To begin with, they cannot even get close." The repulsive force field, generated on the surface of the pontoons, in order to drive away large marine inhabitants, will also affect people. They will not be injured, but bioelectromagnetism will not allow them to approach pontoons or to a mining facility.
881
882	- Correct. In addition, the adherent deposits are also peeled off by ultrasonic cleaning. Therefore, it is impossible to install a bomb while there is a magician capable of activating the magic of engraving my family, even if it's not me.
883
884	- Exactly. The fact is that the saboteurs also know this.
885
886	The complexion of Isori changed. He was not stupid enough not to understand the meaning of these words.
887
888	"... Will they target me, too?"
889
890	- Correct. To be precise, they already aimed at sempai, right? Tatsuya nodded in his calm, unbiased manner. "But be calm." A magician of the self-defense forces is on the spot and will guard this person.
891
892	At the moment, as Tatsuya said this, Behind Isori, the presence of a man appeared. Hurriedly turning Isori gave the honor to the magician in the uniform of the waiter.
893
894	- When he...
895
896	Without answering Isori's question, the magician, disguised as a waiter, introduced himself:
897
898	"The National Defense Forces, Chief Sergeant Haebaru, is at your service." I apologize for not being able to say which division I belong to, this is a military secret.
899
900	The soldier, who introduced himself as Haebaru, was a lean man of about 30 years of age. However, even poorly versed in this Isori realized that he is not in such a physical state, as can be seen at first glance.
901
902	- Sergeant Major - escort specialist. He is excellent in personal protective magic, and also has extensive experience in battles. Please tell the sergeant about your plans for movement.
903
904	Confirming that Isori nodded, Tatsuya suggested:
905
906	- Then, come back.
907
908
909
910	â—Š â—Š â—Š
911
912
913
914	Returning to Tatsuya Hall, a beautiful woman in a modest dress called at first sight that left her impression of "the secretary of the president of the famous corporation."
915
916	"Senpai, come back, please, continue without me."
917
918	- I got it. - Guessing Isori, without asking who this woman was, returned to the table, where Kanon and the others crowded. Because he recognized her, too.
919
920	"Is that the eldest son of the Isori family?" What a sweet boy. He should have a dress.
921
922	"Only do not say so, please." I can guess for him this is a painful topic.
923
924	- I will not talk. Do I look so careless?
925
926	- No, I just in case. "Tatsuya replied carefully. She showed the furious smile of Fujibayashi.
927
928	- They came? He asked in a tone of secular conversation.
929
930	- Yes. They will come into contact with the line of defense in five minutes.
931
932	Around them was activated "Barrier" Fujibayashi, protecting from listening, set so that no one noticed it. It was not a modern magical soundproofing field, but the inherited ancient magic of the Fujibayashi family. Unlike strong modern magic, this ancient magic was poorly perceived by sensors, which suited this place well.
933
934	"So it's about ten minutes to surf to the surface?"
935
936	"Maybe a little earlier."
937
938	- I got it. Then I will also begin to prepare for the performance.
939
940	- I got it. I'll tell the commander.
941
942	Already intending to leave, Tatsuya stopped, noticing in the look of Fujibayashi's desire to say something.
943
944	- Something else?
945
946	"Tatsuya-kun, it seems ... not at all baffled."
947
948	- What are you speaking about? "Tatsuya did not pretend to be a fool." The words of Fujibayashi were too vague, and he did not know what she was hinting at.
949
950	- I heard that five years ago Tatsuya-kun also lost a loved one.
951
952	- It's true. So what? Tatsuya's voice could only be called unfeeling.
953
954	- The same terrain, the same enemy, everything is the same. ... I would also like to become so strong.
955
956	It seemed that Fujibayashi did not address Tatsuya, but spoke to herself.
957
958	- This is absolutely not the same. The nature and position of the enemy are different from that time. "However, Tatsuya gave an honest answer. "Besides, there's only one really important person for me."
959
960	The name of this person was not necessary to ask.
961
962	"... Even if you do not lose Miyuki-san, do others not matter?"
963
964	- This is a meaningless assumption. While I'm alive, this will not happen. - Tatsuya responded with absolutely no tension and this time left Fujibayashi.
965
966
967
968	â—Š â—Š â—Š
969
970
971
972	Curious views gathered on Tatsuya's table that had come back to him. In fact, Kirihara and Hattori were already ready to open their mouths to ask.
973
974	- Excuse me. "But Tatsuya took the initiative." - They contacted me from the main house of the family, I had to solve one thing.
975
976	Until last year, Tatsuya was cautious about various things in order to keep the secret of the "family". However, now one can use the pretext that he is a relative of the Yotsuba family. If you hint that this is the case of the Yotsuba family, then there will be no unnecessary questions because of the bad reputation. Honestly, Tatsuya felt that it would be imprudent to use this "excuse" every time. Now also the question "What's the matter?" Was not followed.
977
978	- The case is not yet complete. Miyuki, I'll be back at the end of the party.
979
980	"Yes, Tatsuya-sama." I'll wait with impatience.
981
982	Tatsuya nodded and went to Benio Ushio. To also inform about the unfinished business.
983
984	"So you're calling him Tatsuya-sama now?" - With the gaze of Miyuki, she spoke up Azusa.
985
986	- Yes. Because "Tatsuya-san" sounds unsuitable. - Despite the sudden (Miyuki long standing in front of Azusa and already many times using "Tatsuya-sama") a raised topic, Miyuki did not panic and with a radiant smile answered this question. On such frank rectitude, Azusa could not react in any way, except to smile.
987
988	- Ha ~, no, well, what can I say ... Shiba-san in his repertoire. - Kanon with the expression "thank you for eating" on your face, looked at the ceiling. - For me it seems impossible ...
989
990	"Kanon is as good as it is." So I'm happy.
991
992	"Ehehe ... is it true?" "Kanon pressed closer to Isori's standing beside him.
993
994	"Ah, those two are again in their own separate world." Indeed, where did the modesty of Yamato Nadysiko go? [expression describing the ideal Japanese woman] - Kirihara turned away his gaze from those who began to spread the love atmosphere and began to complain.
995
996	- Said one who is here with the girl.
997
998	Tsukkomi Hattori had no effect on Kirihara, but:
999
1000	"So Kirihara-kun likes modest girls?" Well, then I'll decide to abstain for a bit.
1001
1002	- Hey! "He could not hide his frustration at Sayaka's gag."
1003
1004	While the graduates, including the "created their world Isori and Kanon" all laughed together, Honoka and Shizuku spoke in a low voice with Miyuki.
1005
1006	"Miyuki, do not you have to go?"
1007
1008	- Can we help?
1009
1010	- I believe that to be calm is the main help that we can render.
1011
1012	With her answer, Miyuki did not disclose the real state of affairs. Initially, it was even included in the operation plan that Miyuki will play an important role in the final stage. But now she could calm down.
1013
1014	Miyuki's answer was justified from the point of view of minor civilians, and Honoka and Shizuku were convinced. However, there were those who did not retreat. Those who have been foresighted from the very beginning in anticipation of impending disaster. Tatsuya (although Miyuki too) slightly underestimated the hot blood of graduates.
1015
1016
1017
1018	â—Š â—Š â—Š
1019
1020
1021
1022	Approximately one kilometer west of the artificial island of Saikashin. Illuminated by the light of the full moon, a man stood on the waves. Giant in white armor in Chinese style. It was wrapped in the magical "Armor of the White Tiger" Lu Ganghu.
1023
1024	"They'll be here soon."
1025
1026	- There is. I start the dive.
1027
1028	"I think you know that although the armor of the White Tiger does not belong to" Fire, "they are still poorly compatible with" Water. "
1029
1030	- I understand. But if you do not give them a head start, it will not be interesting at all.
1031
1032	"Well, we are talking about the captain, who does not consider the" Fire "as something significant. We have nothing to worry about.
1033
1034	"Please leave it to me."
1035
1036	"All right, go ahead."
1037
1038	On the orders of Chen Xiangshan, the body of Lu Ganghu began to sink underwater. This was not strange in itself. On the contrary, the man standing on the surface of the water looked abnormal. However, instead of falling into the sea, splashing water, the figure slowly went under the water - that's what looked strange.
1039
1040	Lu Ganghu did not have an oxygen balloon behind him, nor a breathing tube. But he breathed as usual. If you look closely, his body does not touch the sea water. The huge body of Lu Ganghu, dressed in the Armor of the White Tiger, was covered with a thin air layer.
1041
1042	He stopped dipping and looked straight ahead. Neither the light of the stars nor the light of the moon reached that depth. The water of the night sea was filled with darkness. Nothing was visible even at arm's length. ... This is about physical light.
1043
1044	The vision of Lu Ganghu could see the psion light emitted by the body accompanying the use of magic.
1045
1046	Leaning with his feet on the sea water, Lu Ganghu stretched his left hand forward, and pulled his right back from it.
1047
1048	The layer of gas covering his body became thicker. To the air taken from the surface of the sea, he added the oxygen extracted from the sea water. Usually this leads to oxygen poisoning, but Lu Ganghu's body consumed highly concentrated oxygen to increase "strength."
1049
1050	Pulling forward his right hand, he released the energy accumulated by this "technique" of energy in the form of a powerful "wave." This "wave" did not move water, but acted only on living beings. Lu Ganghu felt the response of the "wave" oscillation, which sprang from something. Starting from the water, he ran forward.
1051
1052	Going ahead of the rest of the torpedo capsule, he kicked his foot from below, throwing it up. Two people were thrown out of the capsule, which lifted its nose upward. They panicked and tried to surface.
1053
1054	Of the other capsules, one by one, the deserters jumped up and began to climb to the surface. Lu Ganghu followed them with a fierce smile.
1055
1056
1057
1058
1059
1060	â—Š â—Š â—Š
1061
1062
1063
1064	At the time when Lu Ganghu came into contact with the torpedo capsules, Tatsuya moved on the sea on a hydrocycle. He was not alone. On each side of him, on a small boat, the same course was followed by Higaki Joseph and Yanagi.
1065
1066	"Major, did you see this?"
1067
1068	"Did you see it, too?"
1069
1070	Tatsuya and Yanagi caught in their various perceptions the "wave" that had spread across the sea.
1071
1072	"Enemy agents are rising to the surface."
1073
1074	- I will go. Cover me.
1075
1076	- There it is.
1077
1078	Immediately after the answer, Tatsuya and Yanagi jumped from the boat. He had in his hand a pole about two meters in length.
1079
1080	Yanagi landed on the surface of the sea. It should be said that it splashed down, but when it was clear that the legs did not sink in the water at all, it could only be expressed as "landed."
1081
1082	Standing on the waves, he stuck a pole into the water. Grabbing a pole with his left hand over the upper end, and right by 50 cm below, he made a "lever" by pulling his left hand down and his right up. The enemy soldier was dragged out of the water. Yanagi sent a soldier into the air. The soldier's cries drowned out the noise of the hydrocycle. The fact that heavy damage was inflicted could be seen only by the sight of the flying body.
1083
1084	The soldier who was thrown by Yanagi, fell directly into the boat, which Joseph led. Joseph quickly tied the fallen man. Yanagi, meanwhile, was already heading for the next enemy, which had already surfaced.
1085
1086	The sign of someone strong quickly approached the surface. He chose a position for Yanagi's attack from behind. At the moment when Yanagi, by a rowing movement, attacked the head of the emerging enemy in front of him, a giant human figure jumped out of the water, like a jumping whale.
1087
1088	Tatsuya aimed magic at this big figure. But the imaginary trigger did not pull. Because I realized that the more ferocious, than this person sign, pursuing him, was approaching to jump out of the water.
1089
1090	He already realized that the big man is a deserter from the Great Asian Alliance, Lieutenant Bradley Zhang. And his pursuer is captain of the army of the Great Asian Alliance, Lu Ganghu.
1091
1092	Bradley Zhang surpasses Lu Ganghu in body size. However, according to the amount of energy contained in the body, Lu Ganghu is 1-2 steps higher. Tatsuya left Zhang to Lu Ganghu and decided to help Yanagi deal with the remaining trifle ... however ...
1093
1094	At that moment, something so unexpected happened that even Tatsuya could not have foreseen.
1095
1096	"Destruction!" - With a little incomprehensible battle cry, the familiar figure rushed in a flying blow to the enemy who had risen to the surface of the sea. After the attack, drowning the enemy, deftly reacted and landed on the second seat of the Tatsuya hydrocycle, the young man turned out to be his sempai, a former member of the disciplinary committee, Sawaki.
1097
1098	"... Senpai. What are you doing in this place?
1099
1100	- Mmm? I see, you're not surprised.
1101
1102	- Well, that's because I learned by the shape of the jump with a blow that it was sempai. - Tatsuya's answer was not a lie. He knew that the one sitting behind was Sawaki, because the unidentified enemy would have been shot down in the air.
1103
1104	"Could you understand this in such darkness?" As expected from Shiba-kun.
1105
1106	"... No, it's not that dark." There is a moonlight. To some extent this is enough.
1107
1108	Today is a full moon and clear weather. It cannot be said that there was "not a cloud", but at the moment the moonlight unhindered the entire southern sea. As Tatsuya said, it was not difficult to distinguish human outlines.
1109
1110	- Seryaaaa! [note. perev: probably some random battle cry, such as "cue". did not change, left as it was]
1111
1112	Suddenly he heard a familiar voice coming from a short distance. Tatsuya felt a phantom pain in his head.
1113
1114	"Kirihara-sempai, too?"
1115
1116	- OU. And Hattori is with us too.
1117
1118	From the answer sitting behind Sawaki came no longer phantom, but a real headache. Tatsuya unfolded the hydrocycle to the side where he heard Kirihara's voice.
1119
1120	After shooting a couple of times with weak magic for Yanagi's cover, Tatsuya drove up to the hydrocycle that Hattori was driving.
1121
1122	"Not only Sawaki-senpai and Kirihara-sempai, but even Hattori-senpai ... What are you doing?" Especially in this form.
1123
1124	Tatsuya changed from a costume for a party. But not in a wetsuit, but in special naval combat clothing, which will not interfere, even if it falls into the water. But all three graduates stayed in the same suits that were on them before.
1125
1126	"I thought that such an admixture would not hurt, since we were going to have fun!" Shiba, taking all the fun yourself is not good! - Kirihara shouted joyfully, holding a 120-centimeter stick, which was replaced by a wooden sword. Perhaps he borrowed it from someone from the guards of an artificial island.
1127
1128	- We left the girls in a safe place. Unlike Yokohama, here you can tackle the extermination of bad guys without hesitation. - Answered Sawaki, it seemed, was serious.
1129
1130	From the words of Kirihara and Sawaki, Tatsuya felt the headache intensify, and wondered if they had lost a few screws from their heads. The share of surprise was also present in the impression "is this his true nature?" from Sawaki.
1131
1132	"... Hattori the senpai." And about you ...
1133
1134	- No, I was against it! But I thought that it would be better than letting them go alone!
1135
1136	In Tatsuya's eyes, Hattori also seemed to call on magic with great enthusiasm. But he did not dare say it out loud.
1137
1138	"Lieutenant Colonel Kazama." "Instead, he decided to complain to Kazama."
1139
1140	- ...What? - The answer came with a little delay. Tatsuya thus realized that Kazama already knows about the runaway graduates.
1141
1142	- Why are civilians released during an external alarm?
1143
1144	As expected, a bad answer came to the question posed with emphasis on "external alarm".
1145
1146	- Officially, there are no military operations in this area at present.
1147
1148	Since the defense forces intend to hide the attack, it is common practice that this battle will not remain in the official records.
1149
1150	"But this is not a reason to allow civilians here."
1151
1152	- Unlike airspace, free navigation by sea in waters where there are no military operations, we cannot prohibit. Moreover, we cannot officially say that the battle is going on.
1153
1154
1155
1156	Obviously, Kazama insisted that he himself would not say what was happening. However, to explain to the graduates that they were in the center of the battle and stop the reckless attempt to break into the middle of the battle - these are different things.
1157
1158	- Anyone can come up with a pretext. Lieutenant colonel. I have no doubt that you could easily stop them.
1159
1160	- The addition of civilians to the front line was not our initiative.
1161
1162	In other words, they just agreed to it.
1163
1164	"Do they want to assess their fighting strength for the future? ..."
1165
1166	Tatsuya realized that further questions were useless. As was seen by the names of Hattori, Kirihara and Sawaki, none of them belonged to the "Numbers". They were outside the mainstream of the representatives of the magical world centered around the Ten Master Clans. For a Separate, magically equipped battalion, no, for the commander of the Brigade 1-0-1, Lieutenant General Saeki, they were suitably talented candidates. That is, Saeki wanted to take advantage of this in order to deepen the relationship.
1167
1168	"You mean you cannot drive them away?"
1169
1170	This meant the approval of their participation in the battle.
1171
1172	Hint asked Tatsuya,
1173
1174	- That's that came quite an expected answer.
1175
1176
1177
1178	Returning Sawaki to the hydrocycle Hattori (he was triple, but with reduced mobility), Tatsuya continued to cover fire for Yanagi.
1179
1180	Despite the fact that most of the enemy agents were already cleaned, two of the remaining three people, Sawaki and Kirihara happily treated, one with their fists and the other with a stick. The skills of the opponents were not very high. Therefore, it was not bad to leave them to do what they like.
1181
1182	But there was one more person left. It was not enough to simply say that the level of his skills was higher. But here, too, there was no problem, because there was someone to trust. More precisely, it was useless to interfere.
1183
1184	Lu Ganghu ran along the surface of the sea. Sliding on the surface of the water, Zhang stood up in a protective stance. The left hand of Lu Ganghu and the right hand of Zhang rushed forward. The hands of these two clasped hands. But this did not turn into a clash of four hands. Just after a moment of struggle between the two hands, Zhang was severely discarded. Lu Ganghu went to Zhang, who had been sunk into the water.
1185
1186	Zhang's body began to sink. Lu Ganghu stamped his foot on the water. The surface of the water shook. Waves did not spread. Within a radius of 5 meters the water began to harden and shook like a bell. Having hardened, the water immediately turned back, foaming and swelling upward.
1187
1188	Zhang jumped out of the waves and foam. Directly on him Lu Ganghu was already approaching. There was an ascending elbow blow. Zhang, distorting his face in agony, flew into the air and fell into the water.
1189
1190	Tatsuya noticed this, watching the battle of these two. Bradley Zhang did "points of support" over the water. Lu Ganghu was making a "road" over the water. Tatsuya could make a "foothold", but did not know how to make a "road". Lu Ganghu used a system of magical techniques that differed from that used by Tatsuya.
1191
1192	"I would like to better consider, but ... it is unlikely to work out."
1193
1194	It was not the only place Tatsuya had to "see". In order not to make a mistake, he kept his curiosity.
1195
1196	Something else was also happening in this place. The battle between Lu Ganghu and Zhang came to an end. But he did not finish this end.
1197
1198
1199
1200	Assessing the enemy's skills as low, Tatsuya based his opinion on the comparison with the level of Yotsuba, the Independent Magic-Equipped Battalion, and also Kokonee Yakumo. But for Kirihara and Sawaki, it turned out to be quite strong opponents. Neither Kirihara nor Sawaki have yet learned how to run freely on the water during a battle. Kirihara could make points on the water for 8 steps, and Sawaki - for 5. However, Sawaki could, after jumping into the air, make after this another five steps.
1201
1202	But in any case, during the battle and Kirihara and Sawaki constantly had to return to the hydrocycle, which led Hattori. The borrowed hydrocycle was large, accommodating three people, so even if those two jump on it simultaneously, they will not collide. However, tracking the positions of Kirihara and Sawaki, and forced to travel between them so that they do not fall into the water, Hattori was even more nervous than the two men fighting in close combat.
1203
1204	Tatsuya saw that the combat capabilities of Kirihara and Sawaki themselves are higher than those of the enemy soldiers. But the enemies, who fought these two, in a disadvantageous situation, went under the water and aimed at their feet. The soldiers-deserters from the army of the Great Asian Alliance had activated magic, allowing free movement on the surface and under water. If to compare with the Japanese ancient magic, it is similar to one of the techniques of ninjutsu, "Water escape".
1205
1206	The magic of the army of Hong Kong, to which they originally belonged, is based on ancient magic from the continent and ancient magic from Britain, and is now in a chaotic state with admixtures of modern magic and magic of enemy Japan, so it cannot be classified as any "style." Criminal organizations, like the "No-Head Dragon" are faithful enough to the traditions. The deserters themselves, using their techniques, probably do not know which system they belong to.
1207
1208	However, "Use, if you can." This is the correct way to use "techniques" as a tool. By itself, such thinking will not affect the outcome of the battle.
1209
1210	- Seryaaaa! - Kirihara slashed a stick on the shoulder of the enemy. Even with a high-frequency blade, the stick did not give the attack power of a real sword. Nevertheless, a vibrating with a high frequency stick tore the clothes and skin of the enemy, sending damage to the bone.
1211
1212	Even when the enemy accepted the attack on the knife, the vibration spread through the blade and fingers into the palm of your hand and caused numbness. The enemy did not drop the knife, because it had hand protection, into which the fingers were pushed. Having fallen on one knee, the enemy raised sprays and completely disappeared under water.
1213
1214	"Again?" Wooo !?
1215
1216	With such an unexpected underwater speed, Kirihara was finally knocked down. Attack from under the feet - this is not what you usually expect. Even in using magic "kenjutsu".
1217
1218	Kirihara fell to the surface of the sea. He simply began to sink. The hand of the enemy turned around his neck. At the same time, the enemy soldier tried to strike Kirihara with a knife, which he held in the other hand.
1219
1220	Directly under them was an explosion. The formed blast wave pushed to the surface and threw the bodies of Kirihara and the enemy into the air. While Kirihara was still in flight, the body of the enemy suddenly pulled down to the surface of the sea increased gravity. At the moment when surface tension began to support the enemy on the surface, electric current flowed through the water. It was a weak electric attack, which is not enough to neutralize a person. However, the strength was enough to make it difficult to act for a short time and make a breach in the defense.
1221
1222	Underwater explosion, acceleration of falling, electric shock. This magic chain was built by Hattori.
1223
1224	- Kirihara, now! - Hattori used remotely applied magic. He also continued to move on the hydrocycle. Even if you shout loudly, it is more likely that words will not be heard.
1225
1226	- Yes! - But Kirihara did not miss these words. He did not miss this opportunity.
1227
1228	Kirihara changed his trajectory with the help of the magic of the air "jump", and, leaving the drop to the force of attraction, rushed to the enemy with a stick wrapped in a "high-frequency blade". The sea water, affected by the high-frequency vibration of the stick, evaporated, bubbling violently. The resistance absorbed the strength of the stick. But as a result, everything went well.
1229
1230	Having pushed all the water on its way by evaporation, Kirihara's stick reached the body of the enemy soldier. But instead of slashing motion, he pressed the stick to the enemy, and he, furiously shaken in a bubble pillow, lost consciousness.
1231
1232
1233
1234	Kirihara who had risen appeared on the surface of the sea, and raised the captured enemy soldier. The battle between Sawaki and the enemy soldier still continued. The battle between an enemy attacking from under the water and an attacker from the air of Sawaki.
1235
1236	Simply put, they did not grapple straight. Obtained substantial damage from attacks Sawaki hands and feet, the enemy soldier completely switched to attacks from the water. On the other hand, Sawaki did not run on the sea, but jumped high, and, sharply changing the trajectory in the air, dived down when the enemy showed up on the surface.
1237
1238	Each time this sequence of actions was repeated. Sawaki tries to kick the enemy. The enemy tries to grab Sawaki by the foot and drag him into the water.
1239
1240	- Oh, that's bad. Can I help him better? - Frowning, muttered floating on the waves Kirihara, who could already afford to watch the battle of the ally. Constantly jumping Sawaki, and the enemy, waiting for the moment in the water. Apparently, Sawaki will be the first to die out.
1241
1242	Kirihara was not the only one who felt it. The head of the enemy appeared over the water. The next moment a tightly compressed thin disk from the water, flying close to the sea level, attacked the enemy, slightly touching it. The enemy immediately returned under the water. The water disk suddenly stopped over this place and fell vertically.
1243
1244	Although this was not visible, it could be understood that the suddenly increased water pressure caused damage to the enemy under the water. Looking at the picture unfolding in the light of the moon, Kirihara involuntarily whistled as a token of praise.
1245
1246	Even without checking, one could say that this was also the magic of Hattori. The behavior of this disk was not the result of rewriting magic on the fly. He pre-programmed the trajectory, predicting that the enemy will dodge, dropping down. A sharp look, versed in the weak places of enemies, and a magical control that allows you to use it.
1247
1248	- Truly "the general". Not at all like me. - Kirihara muttered a secret nickname in a whisper so that Hattori could not hear, because it was obvious that he would not like it.
1249
1250	"GENERAL"
1251
1252	At the sight of this word appear images of adjectives "not an expert, but ordinary", "simple", "universal."
1253
1254	For example, speaking of the "universalist", in addition to the original meaning: "a person with experience, extensive knowledge, not limited to his own area," is also used for ridicule the meaning "one who cannot become an expert."
1255
1256	[note. The author describes a play of words where the English word "general" means "ordinary" and similar meanings, if used, as an adjective. Hattori's nickname is pronounced in English.]
1257
1258	However, modern magic, based on the use of a CAD, was originally developed taking into account the "almighty soldier who can do anything alone". "Not a specialist" means that "he is not attached to any area of activity", that is, "he can do anything." This was exactly what modern magic sought.
1259
1260	Kirihara and his classmates believed that Hattori best realized the educational policy of modern magic among all of the same generation as they, from the Mayumi and Katsuto generation a year older, and also from the Tatsuya and Miyuki generation a year younger.
1261
1262	Marie, sempai older than 1 year, also certainly has a lot of magic variations in the arsenal, however she is extremely concentrated on melee combat, and also has a lack of abilities against mechanized troops.
1263
1264	But Hattori does not have this. His main field of activity is a group battle at the middle and long range, however, both hand-to-hand combat and sniper shooting can be performed at a high level. Kirihara, specializing in close combat, could not easily defeat Hattori in training battles.
1265
1266	The nickname "general" also had one more meaning. The Hattori family is not from the "Numbers". And also not some famous family of users of ancient magic. The name only coincided with the famous family of users of "ninjutsu" Hattori, he was not associated with them. They are among the oldest members of the "One Hundred Families", but do not form part of the magical world.
1267
1268	Nevertheless, Hattori, who was on an equal footing or even higher than "Numbers", in the future was to become a leader, "Shogun" for the same numberless classmates, like Kirihara and Sawaki.
1269
1270	[note. Translation: "Shogun" = commander, general. those. the first meaning of the nickname is "universal [soldier]," and the second, in fact, "general"]
1271
1272	Neither Kirihara nor Hattori saw this. Sawaki's lips moved slightly in the air. Like Kirihara, he, perhaps whispered the same unknown Hattori nickname.
1273
1274	Seen on the surface of the enemy soldier looked sluggish. The magic of Hattori, as calculated, inflicted damage on the enemy underwater pressure. Bouncing off the air, Sawaki attacked the enemy floating on the surface of the sea. The enemy soldier tried to grab Sawaki by the leg.
1275
1276	The enemy's hands stretched upward. Sawaki held up both his legs. Using not only the lower part of the body, but also the lower back and the upper part, as a spring, he sharply extended both legs forward. With the magic of self-acceleration, the feet reached the speed of sound. Surprised by the surface of the sea, the air wall completely cut down the enemy soldier.
1277
1278
1279
1280	The battle between Lu Ganghu and Bradley Zhang was also at the final stage. In a direct confrontation, Zhang cannot defeat Lu Ganghu. Having the nickname " The Man-Eating Tiger", Lu Ganghu is a warrior, considered one of the strongest melee magicians in the world.
1281
1282	He was mistaken during the Yokohama incident because he was wounded in a battle with the same considered one of the strongest melee magicians, "Illusory Blade" by Chiba Naotsugu, and also because Tatsuya and Mayumi were his enemies. Even then wounded, he could not be defeated by melee fighters, such as Marie, Erika, Leo and others. Lu Ganghu has a better command of both martial arts and magic.
1283
1284	Perhaps Zhang, finally, also realized this. From his presence, all signs of strength disappeared. No, probably he could only be called surrendered. Zhang knew what to do after the fight with Lu Ganghu. His goal is not to defeat Lu Ganghu, but to achieve a successful diversion of the artificial island. However, at this rate, he will be defeated here. Zhang understood this.
1285
1286	Bradley Zhang's eye color changed. From his body, the psions were bursting uncontrollably, covering the whole body with a veil that wavered like heat waves.
1287
1288	"Ho-ho." - Lu Ganghu smiled joyfully and narrowed his eyes. The white armor worn by Lu Ganghu was covered with a layer of psions with properties of increased density and hardness.
1289
1290	Zhang bent heavily, standing on the waves. With his hands on the surface of the sea, he began to resemble a four-legged predator, preparing to attack prey. Water crawled over these hands. The sea water crawled up arms and legs, covered the huge body of Zhang and lifted him into the air. This water did not limit the actions of Zhang. The water mass moved up and down, forming something resembling the mouth of a giant snake.
1291
1292	From the mouth of this supposedly giant snake, or dragon, Zhang looked at Lu Ganghu. Lu Ganghu looked at it ... not hiding a smile. Joyful, fierce and wide in all teeth.
1293
1294	Lu Ganghu took the first step at the same time when the dragon Zhang set in motion. A big wave in the form of a water dragon swallowed Lu Ganghu. Immediately after that, a roar was heard from the waves. He did not belong to the "dragon". It was the roar of a "tiger". After rising, the water mass dispersed, forming the shape of the bowl. At the bottom of the "cup", breathing heavily, stood Lu Ganghu.
1295
1296	The surface of the sea began to return to its normal state. Before the waves converged on him, Lu Ganghu jumped out of there. Hanging in the air, Zhang attacked Lu Ganghu with a stream of water bullets.
1297
1298	"White Tiger Armor" Lu Ganghu is the creation of ancient continental magic and is subject to the law of the Five Elements.
1299
1300	"Kinjosuy" means that the Element of Metal gives power to the Element of Water. ["Kindzosui" - literally "gold gives birth to water"]
1301
1302	And if you look from the other side, the Element of Water takes power from the Element of Metal. This is a different interaction, in which one participant is strengthened and the other is weakened.
1303
1304	"White Tiger Armor" refers to the Element of Metal. Therefore, with such reliable protection, victory is assured. Cold in nature, they are designed to control anger.
1305
1306	The armor of the White Tiger, having the property of the Element of Metal, is no longer valid from the Element of Water. Just a large amount of water will not affect it in any way, but if you attack with the Element of Water, the force will gradually decrease.
1307
1308	The attack of the detached Bradley Zhang reached Lu Ganghu, taking advantage of the law of the Five Elements. However, this was not enough to stop a man known throughout the world as the "Tiger-Ogre."
1309
1310	With the pain from the impact of water bullets, "Anger" became stronger. By transforming the enemy's attack into energy for his attack, Lu Ganghu with his right foot brushed aside the technique surrounding Zhang!
1311
1312	All right, with one kick. The blow of Lu Ganghu, inflicted in full force, destroyed Zhang's technique and threw away his gigantic body. Zhang's body flew, drawing a big arc
1313
1314	Was it a coincidence or a last will? Bradley Zhang was flying toward Tatsuya. Tatsuya's actions were the simplest. He just hit the gas. The hydrocycle suddenly accelerated and Bradley Zhang fell into the water and began to sink.
1315
1316
1317
1318	â—Š â—Š â—Š
1319
1320
1321
1322	As Kazama suggested, the battle at sea did not affect the party. But those who know the circumstances, have not weakened their vigilance. Warned by Tatsuya, Isori stayed in the banquet hall, and, together with Miyuki and Minami, they watched the group associated with First High. However, there was absolutely no time for other actions. There were some unavoidable things.
1323
1324	For example, here are these.
1325
1326	"Kanon, where are you going?"
1327
1328	Instead of blushing, Kanon replied with a smile:
1329
1330	- Collect flowers.
1331
1332	- And me too.
1333
1334	- I'm with you, too.
1335
1336	This meant that Kanon was going to retire for an unavoidable reason, and Sayaka and Azusa wanted to go with her.
1337
1338	[note. Translation: Kanon used the Japanese "secret" female phrase, meaning a trip to the toilet, if anyone did not understand]
1339
1340	"Will Kei go too?"
1341
1342	"... Go, go."
1343
1344	Reddened Isori made Kanon smile to her ears.
1345
1346	Miyuki and Minami exchanged glances. They both heard from Tatsuya that Isori can become a target. In fact, their task was to observe Kanon and the rest. But Miyuki is alone. And for Minami there can be no question of leaving Miyuki. In the end they decided to stay in this place.
1347
1348
1349
1350	â—Š â—Š â—Š
1351
1352
1353
1354	The duo of Jasmine and Johnson of the Australian army moved independently, without waiting for the result of the division approaching the sea. They both understood. Having lost the main forces, the detachment of deserters from the Great Asian Alliance will not be able to show good results in this operation.
1355
1356	And now they were whispering in the corner of the corridor, so as not to be noticed.
1357
1358	"Can you get control?"
1359
1360	- It's impossible. - Answered Johnson to the question of Jasmine.
1361
1362	- Apparently because there were a lot of important people, a whole crowd of soldiers was in front of the control room. Moreover, as a bonus, among them is "Daitengu".
1363
1364	" Harunobu Kazama?" ... It's impossible.
1365
1366	The commander of the Independent Magic-Equipped Battalion, Lieutenant Colonel Kazama Harunobu, was known among foreign magicians, both under the pseudonym "Daytengu", and under the abbreviated name "Kharu Kazama." At the end of the 21st century among the English-speaking soldiers 「大 天狗」 they began to pronounce "Dai-tengu" in Japanese instead of translating "The Big Long-nosed Goblin".
1367
1368	According to one theory, this was the result of the export of the subculture, but the truth was covered in darkness.
1369
1370	- Does this mean that now it is best to escape?
1371
1372	"This conversation is over." - Jasmine answered so quickly and sharply, because the same thought came to her mind.
1373
1374	"Wow, what the hell was that?" ... Then how about you, Jas?
1375
1376	"At least it's too tough for me." To crack the magical system established on this island, we still need to interact with Kei Isori .
1377
1378	"So you cannot do it without kidnapping this boy?"
1379
1380	"It's more realistic than meeting with Kazama."
1381
1382	- Well, that's for sure ... op.
1383
1384	Johnson noticed the approaching people and closed his mouth. Jasmine also reacted well and quickly returned to the behavior of the "ordinary girl".
1385
1386	"These girls ... they're Kei Isori's escorts, are not they ?"
1387
1388	They talked, sitting on the couch near the toilet. The faces of those who entered the toilet Kanon, Sayaka and Azusa were easily distinguishable.
1389
1390	- True?
1391
1392	- Without a doubt.
1393
1394	It seems that Johnson did not remember about them so well, but he was confident in his reliable partner, Jasmine, with whom he went through a lot.
1395
1396	- It's good. Captain Johnson, hide. Take them hostage and take Kei Isori .
1397
1398	According to Johnson, none of them possessed fighting power, which is a threat. A girl with a hair-tail, it seemed to be able to show something, but she was not the enemy that Jasmine, who had taken seriously, was unable to do.
1399
1400	- I got it.
1401
1402	Carefully, not to make noise, Johnson opened the door to the service room, and hid there.
1403
1404
1405
1406	â—Š â—Š â—Š
1407
1408
1409
1410	Released from the restroom after the correction of makeup Sayaka noticed that they are watching a smart little girl. Though small, but age 12-13 years. Europeans usually look older than the Japanese, so it could be smaller.
1411
1412	"Ah ... really, Jas?"
1413
1414	- Yes , Sayaka.
1415
1416	It was the girl they helped the other day to avoid being kidnapped, she remembered in some way.
1417
1418	- Eh? But the hair color ... - As Kanon said, the hair color was different from what was at that time. Her chestnut hair turned red. The brown eyes turned green. The impression was quite different, given the change in colors and clothes, but after she herself admitted it, doubts fell away.
1419
1420	"Jas, what's the matter?" Where is your dad?
1421
1422	- Yes, so we had a small problem.
1423
1424	"Uh, what happened?"
1425
1426	There was no sound of fear in the voice, but Kanon, who, as usual, lacked vigilance, approached Jasmine. But in this case the enemy is a girl looking for 12-13 years. It would be a little strange to blame Kanon for carelessness.
1427
1428	- Actually ... Do not move! - The result was, as expected. Quickly twisting his arms, Kanon, kneeling on the back, Jasmine put a knife to her throat, which she hid under the clothes.
1429
1430	"Jas, what the hell !?"
1431
1432	At the shout of Sayaka, Jasmine answered a soulless smile.
1433
1434	- Do not judge people in appearance. You better remember this. - Keeping Sayaka and Azusa in sight, Jasmine said her demand. "Bring Kei Isori ."
1435
1436	"Kei?" What are you going to do with Kei!? Uk! - Kanon tried to free herself, but since her hands were firmly fixed from the back, she could only complain.
1437
1438	"I have no intention of directly harming him." Bring him as soon as possible.
1439
1440	- No! I cannot force Kei to be in danger because of me!
1441
1442	Azusa and Sayaka exchanged glances. At the moment there were no signs of harming Kanon of movements from Jasmine. However, looking into her cold eyes, they knew that she would not hesitate to use the knife.
1443
1444	"Do not go calling me." I'm here.
1445
1446	- Kei!
1447
1448	The voice of Isori was heard because of the puzzled Sayaki and Azusa.
1449
1450	" Kei, why did you come!" Ay!
1451
1452	"Please be a little quieter." You interfere with the conversation. "Tightening her hands harder to silence Kanon, Jasmine looked at Isori. Isori also looked at Jasmine. Anger burned in his eyes.
1453
1454	"First release Kanon." After that we can talk.
1455
1456	"Try to understand the situation better before you talk." I put forward demands here, not you. So ... to begin with, let the soldier standing next to you step back.
1457
1458	Squeezing his teeth, Isori nodded to the standing Chaebaru. No, did he rather bow? Without saying anything, Chaebaru took two steps back.
1459
1460	Learning that a man dressed in the form of a waiter, in fact, turned out to be a military man, Sayaka and Azusa rounded their eyes. However, they both realized not to say anything, so as not to interfere with what is happening.
1461
1462	- That's better. Then, back to the main topic. Mr. Isori , please follow us.
1463
1464	"... If I go with you, will you release Kanon?"
1465
1466	- Yes. James.
1467
1468	Called by name so as not to betray his identity, James appeared.
1469
1470	" Mr. Isori , come here."
1471
1472	- I got it.
1473
1474	" Kei, stop!"
1475
1476	At that moment, Jasmine's mind was directed to finding out what to do with the recklessly leading Kanon. If Kanon is left here, the negotiations will fail. Johnson's attention was directed to Isori, Chaebaru and Sayaka. Johnson, a combat melee sorcerer, knew that Sayaka could not match his appearance.
1477
1478	He considered unnecessary anxiety about Azusa. Jasmine was also not afraid of her. The face of Azusa made me judge prejudiced about the level of her threat.
1479
1480	But the one for whom Jasmine was supposed to look after most of all in this place, in fact it was Azusa.
1481
1482
1483
1484	... There was a sound of strings.
1485
1486	... The sound of the strings, similar to playing the harp, sounded from nowhere.
1487
1488
1489
1490	The Magic of Psychic Intervention by Azusayumi.
1491
1492
1493
1494	Consciousness of Jasmine was divorced from reality, seduced by the tone of the sound.
1495
1496
1497
1498	Jasmine could not understand where this sound came from. It was also unclear whether the ears could hear a sound, or it was an auditory hallucination. Simply put, Jasmine's mind was distracted by the question of where the sound comes from. Her mind was focused on the question of when and where the sound would come next time ...
1499
1500	While everyone forgot how to move, Azusa activated the following magic, using the CAD taken from the handbag as a mobile terminal.
1501
1502	The knife, attached to the Kanon's throat, jerked violently. The feeling of a knife from the right hand returned Jasmine to consciousness. However, it was not perfect. In her fingers there was no strength and the knife was torn from her hand.
1503
1504	The knife fell to the floor.
1505
1506	- Yaya! - Having seen this, Sayaka began to move. She aimed her hand against Jasmine's head. Jasmine released her hand from Kanon and quickly retreated.
1507
1508	"Jas!" - Recovering from " Azusayumi " Johnson took Jasmine in his arms. In time, the darts flew to Chaebaru to stop the two men. Johnson took them with them from the hotel's playroom. Chaebaru easily repulsed three darts, but during this time Johnson and Jasmine ran away to the entrance to the service room.
1509
1510	"Kanon, are you all right?" - With relief on his face, Isori ran to the liberated Kanon.
1511
1512	- Uh-huh ... I'm sorry. Forgive me please. Kanon that saw Isori next to her suddenly burst into tears. Isori did not panic, but gently pressed his head to her.
1513
1514	- It was scary?
1515
1516	- No. Not true. Not at all!
1517
1518	- Then what is it?
1519
1520	"Because of me, Kei was in danger." All because of my carelessness!
1521
1522	Isori repeatedly and gently stroked the head of the reproachful Kanon.
1523
1524	- Why do you apologize? You did not do anything wrong.
1525
1526	- But!
1527
1528	Isori brought his lips close to the ear of Kanon continuing to repent.
1529
1530	"I'm glad that everything is good with Kanon."
1531
1532	Kanon's apologies ceased. She just sobbed, buried in Isori's chest.
1533
1534	"Uwaa ... He's such a gentleman."
1535
1536	Fortunately, these two did not hear Azusa's messy comment. Sayaka's look, saying "how enviable" also did not reach Isori and Kanon, again gone into their separate world.
1537
1538
1539
1540	â—Š â—Š â—Š
1541
1542
1543
1544	"Somehow they escaped ... Jas, how are you?"
1545
1546	"I screwed up." The fact that Azusa Nakajou uses the magic of psychic interference ...
1547
1548	- There was no information about this. Its not our fault. You better tell me what to do now.
1549
1550	With regret biting her lip, Jasmine looked at the floor and thought. In the end, she looked up, making a decision.
1551
1552	"I did not want to do this, but ... I use my magic at the party venue."
1553
1554	"Yes, it looks like it's left ..." Johnson's words, too, were indecisive. The use of Jasmine magic, the "Ozone Layer", at a party is the same as a poison gas attack.
1555
1556	They will not be able to excuse themselves by justifying this. The whole world will oppose them with more harsh criticism than in terrorist attacks with bombs. The government of their country may refuse to communicate with them in order to avoid criticism of other countries.
1557
1558	However, the operation of an external detonation cannot be successful (in fact, it has already failed), the option of capturing machine control and the variant of hacking the magic system also ended in flight and failure. The only remaining remedy is the "Ozone Circle". As the high command from the headquarters of the Australian army ordered to complete the diversion, it is impossible to destroy their expectations without doing so.
1559
1560	"Jas, we'll go to the lifeboats first." After using the "Ozone Layer", access to the port will be blocked. Therefore, it is better to prepare for an escape beforehand.
1561
1562	- Agree.
1563
1564	They descended the service ladder to the staff, and made their way to the workers' recreation room, located next to the port. Not to be seen, they did not go directly to the port. The room they came to was deserted. In this remote place, people's presence was not felt.
1565
1566	"How convenient that no one is there."
1567
1568	"It seems to me that this is too good ..." Unlike the optimistic Johnson, Jasmine could not get rid of suspicions.
1569
1570	- Apparently they were distracted by the recent hype.
1571
1572	However, they could not afford to chill out here. Jasmine mentally ordered herself to agree with Johnson.
1573
1574	- Watch your back.
1575
1576	"Leave it to me."
1577
1578	If magic only generates ozone, then it is not that difficult. However, relying only on relative information about a place that is not visible in order to generate highly concentrated ozone in a short time, the mind must be strongly concentrated. Thus, the magic operator becomes defenseless. Therefore, in order to use "Ozone Layer" in enemy territory, it was absolutely necessary to have a partner for an escort.
1579
1580	The CAD started downloading the activation sequence. Closing her eyes and concentrating, in the magic calculating area, she began to form a magic sequence.
1581
1582	This contradictory action deliberately changed the contents of the magic calculation area, which is in the subconscious. Both consciousness and subconsciousness had to simultaneously concentrate in one act. Even forgetting how to breathe, Jasmine built a sequence of magic "Ozone Circle".
1583
1584	Coordinates were recorded. Jasmine activated the Ozone Circle (not realizing how many people it will affect) to the venue of the party.
1585
1586	However, there was an unexpected problem.
1587
1588	"... Did the invocation of magic fail?"
1589
1590	- What!? - Instinctively asked Johnson, forgetting about the observation of the surrounding area.
1591
1592	- Activation of the "Ozone Layer" ... seems to have failed. There was no effect.
1593
1594	- Stupidity! "It's amazing, but Johnson seems to have raised his voice and forgot that they're hiding."
1595
1596	No, he was right that this is impossible. Jasmine Williams was an improved magician optimized for Ozone Layer, and Ozone circle developer William McLeod personally supervised the process of setting up her genetic code. He failed to reproduce the scale, allowing to classify magic as the Strategic Class, but the activation speed and identity exceeded the original magic of MacLeod himself.
1597
1598	Not only in theory. Jasmine has used the Ozone Layer in real combat many times already. Up to this point, she has never failed to activate it. Four days ago, there were also no problems with using the Ozone Layer to get rid of the pursuit of the Japanese army.
1599
1600	- I'll try again! Jasmine closed her eyes again and concentrated her mind. Johnson forgot his role as a security guard and stared at her. Opening her eyes, Jasmine, with a shocked face, fell to her knees, exhausted. - Not activated ... Why? Was my power gone?
1601
1602	- No. Suddenly, a beautiful, clear voice, like the sound of a bell, interrupted them. Immediately after the voice sounded, the presence of a third party emerged from nowhere. Johnson wanted to release an air bullet in the direction of the apparent presence. However, his magic was never activated.
1603
1604	Before the speechless duo appeared one man and two girls. The man is a colonel of the division of special forces of the Great Asian Alliance, Chen Xiangshan. And the girls were Miyuki and Minami.
1605
1606	- You two did not lose the ability to use magic techniques. Miyuki spoke to Jasmine and Johnson. In her speech, there was a faint pity. - The secret technique of the Yotsuba family, "The Gatekeeper." How is it for you?
1607
1608	"The secret technique ... Yotsuba?"
1609
1610	Miyuki smiled back at Jasmine, who had croaked her question. Jasmine's question was in English, but Miyuki responded in Japanese.
1611
1612	- Yes. Usually I do not explain this, but today is a special day. Because we were also given a look at interesting techniques.
1613
1614
1615
1616	Saying this, Miyuki turned her gaze to Chen Xiangshan. He grinned slightly in response. Miyuki looked again at Jasmine.
1617
1618	- The sequence of magic, built in the subconscious, is transferred to the bottom, the "root" of consciousness from the upper layer of the subconscious and projected onto the target of magic from the "Gate" existing in the gap between consciousness and the subconscious.
1619
1620	- So what? Johnson asked in an irritated voice.
1621
1622	- ...Cannot be!? - It seems Jasmine realized what Miyuki is trying to say.
1623
1624	- The gate is the magician's mind and the Eidos platform on the border with the Idea. The gates face the Idea. Otherwise, you would not be able to make the consistency of magic work outside of you.
1625
1626	- Damn it! Whatever look, it means ...
1627
1628	"It seems that you have already understood." The magician neutralization magic of "Gatekeeper" is installed on the Gate of the target magician and destroys the sequence of magic immediately after passing through. You cannot use magic until the "Gatekeeper" is canceled.
1629
1630	Miyuki's explanation was partly true.
1631
1632	She said the "secret technique of the Yotsuba family", but it was "Tatsuya's secret technique." At least for now, in the Yotsuba family, only Tatsuya could follow the "gates" of other people. It was presented as a "Yotsuba secret technique" to avoid too much interest in Tatsuya. But neither Jasmine nor Johnson could do anything about it. Because now, in fact, their magic was sealed. Jasmine struck the floor with both hands.
1633
1634	Johnson silently attacked Miyuki. But before his body bumped into the barrier by Minami, a sharp drop in body temperature took away his strength to stand on his feet. Miyuki kindly turned to Johnson, who crawls unattractively on the floor:
1635
1636	- Do not worry. Because it is already proven that sleep is temporary.
1637
1638	Chen Xiangshan again grinned. Because he himself was exactly that example of proof.
1639
1640	- Guys, please. Miyuki shouted to someone outside the door. As if on command, the door opened and the soldiers in uniform entered to detain Jasmine and Johnson. Behind this door was not the expected port of Jasmine, but quite another room.
1641
1642	From the open door, music was barely audible. Realizing that they are very close to the venue of the party, Jasmine was shocked.
1643
1644	"You probably did not notice?" It seems it's called "Kimon Tonko". You two wanted to go down the stairs, but actually went down and down. So, if it had happened that "The Gatekeeper" did not work, then the method of aiming the Ozone circle through relative coordinates would not have yielded results.
1645
1646	- Hahahahaha .... What is this. From the very beginning, we were at your place, like in the palm of your hand? ... "Realizing that this was the final defeat, Jasmine burst into laughter.
1647
1648
1649
1650	Chapter 7
1651
1652
1653
1654
1655
1656	When Tatsuya returned to the artificial island, Miyuki returned to the party.
1657
1658	- Tatsuya-sama, thank you for the work done.
1659
1660	- Miyuki too, good work. It seems that everything went almost as planned.
1661
1662	- Yes. In the end, I had some unexpected work, but it was better to do this than to just explain.
1663
1664	As Tatsuya promised, he was able to return to the end of the party. The suit looked like new, the shoes were polished to shine. He looked neater than when he left. Seeing the appearance of Tatsuya, Honoka and Shizuku quickly approached him.
1665
1666	"Tatsuya-san, have you finished your work already?"
1667
1668	- Yes. It seems like it took a little longer than planned.
1669
1670	"It's only about the middle."
1671
1672	According to the schedule, today's party will last two and a half hours. In fact, it was already farther than "about the middle", because it stayed about one hour.
1673
1674	"Moreover, sempai."
1675
1676	"By the way, where did they go?"
1677
1678	As Shizuku and Honoka said, all graduates of First High, including Isori, one of the main invited guests, left the venue of the party. Both Tatsuya and Miyuki knew what had happened, but they were not going to tell these two. Honoka and Shizuku understood this, and did not raise the topic of the graduates anymore.
1679
1680
1681
1682	â—Š â—Š â—Š
1683
1684
1685
1686	With regards to graduates, Azusa and Sayaka were in the port of an artificial island. They met Hattori, Kirihara and Sawaki.
1687
1688	- Well! So wet! From sea water, clothes and shoes are spoiled! - Under the rain Sayaka's reprimands for the appearance of Kirihara, not only he, but Hattori and Sawaki shrank and became smaller.
1689
1690	- Mibu-san, now it's a bit ...
1691
1692	Around them were also present soldiers who were engaged in the collection of neutralized enemy agents. Azusa could not help but worry about watching the curious looks of the soldiers.
1693
1694	"But look at this." This is hopeless.
1695
1696	The material of an expensive costume for parties was wrung under the influence of sea water. Leather shoes were also all swollen, saturated with salt water. For ordinary people, like Sayaka, it was quite justified to regret in terms of lost money.
1697
1698	"That's all right." - With a desire to finish everything quickly, Azusa forgot about the surrounding views and activated her CAD.
1699
1700	The magic of Azusa enveloped Hattori, Kirihara and Sawaki at the same time. Salty sea water was divided into liquid and powder and fell to the floor. Despite the absence of wind, the powder and droplets moved to the sea and disappeared there. Clothes and shoes became dry. Leather shoes returned their shape, wrinkles of clothes were smoothed. As if the wind blew, and the short hair of Hattori, Sawaki and Kirihara spread a stiff feeling of drying. In just 10 seconds, signs disappeared that these three plunged into the sea.
1701
1702	- So good? Let's go back to the party.
1703
1704	Azusa did not notice that her magic attracted attention. Not realizing that the military are looking at her for another reason, she suggested that this is mainly because of her proposal to "return."
1705
1706	- ... No, first you have to go and see how things are at Chiyoda-san.
1707
1708	Sayaka wondered if Azusa should be told why she was being looked at, but finally decided that "happiness in ignorance" was answered in this way.
1709
1710	"Did something happen to Chiyoda?"
1711
1712	- I'll explain it later. Come along. - Asked by Hattori, Sayaka pushed Azusa from behind and went.
1713
1714
1715
1716	Because of what happened to them, Isori and Kanon singled out a separate room in which there were no other people.
1717
1718	"... What happened?" - Entering the room where these two rest, asked really surprised Hattori. Kanon no longer cried. There were no tears or sobbing. But she still sat, buried her face in Isori's chest.
1719
1720	- Ahahahaha ... Yes, yes. Something shocking happened. - Isori tried to laugh it off. But that was not enough to convince Hattori. In the end, they left a couple embracing. While Azusa and Sayaka were told about the "hostage incident", it was time for the party to end.
1721
1722
1723
1724	â—Š â—Š â—Š
1725
1726
1727
1728	Chen Xiangshan and Lu Ganghu went back to their country on a speedboat with the deserters on board. From the boat disguised as a fishing boat, Bradley Zhang was also caught. The mission was almost complete.
1729
1730	"Captain, I'm offering you a drink."
1731
1732	- With pleasure.
1733
1734	Watching the full moon on the deck of a ship heading west, to the port of Xiamen through the Taiwan Strait, Chen Xiangshan and Lu Ganghu picked up a glass.
1735
1736	- This time the mission was fruitful.
1737
1738	In the words of Chen Xiangshan,
1739
1740	- Really.
1741
1742	Lu Ganghu answered without his usual tone of subordinate.
1743
1744	"And yet, sooner or later we will have to fight again with the Japanese army."
1745
1746	- I agree with you.
1747
1748	Having come to an agreement, both looked at the moon.
1749
1750	- It's a pity that we failed to see the skills of Lieutenant Colonel Kazama himself, but the abilities of his guys, in general, are understandable.
1751
1752	- Yes. Especially formidable is Major Yanagi.
1753
1754	- Hou.
1755
1756	Chen Xiangshan poured wine into a glass of Lu Ganghu. Lu Ganghu politely took the glass with both hands.
1757
1758	- But.
1759
1760	- Yes.
1761
1762	"It's only a stepping stone to a more complex opponent."
1763
1764	"As you say."
1765
1766	- Shiba Tatsuya. Shiba Miyuki. Heirs of the annoying Yotsuba.
1767
1768	In response to Chen Xiangshan's words, Lu Ganghu's eyes flashed, reflecting the burning morale.
1769
1770	"They're dangerous." It is a great achievement that we could at least confirm this again.
1771
1772	- Yes.
1773
1774	"Then we are enemies." From now on.
1775
1776	"Count on me."
1777
1778	- Yes.
1779
1780	Chen Xiangshan gulped down the contents of the glass, as if swallowing the moon reflected there.
1781
1782
1783
1784	â—Š â—Š â—Š
1785
1786
1787
1788	After the end of the party, Tatsuya reported on what happened to Maya through the communicator of the yacht.
1789
1790	"You did a good job today."
1791
1792	"Thank you."
1793
1794	This time the mission ended without problems. If it was a test, then it was 90 points. Not 100, because there was no "plus-alpha". [note. Additional points for optional side achievements]
1795
1796	- I am satisfied with today's results.
1797
1798	- Many thanks.
1799
1800	- I also heard something interesting. "Gatekeeper" ... a pretty good-looking magic, is not it?
1801
1802	- After improvement, I think it can be used by someone else besides me.
1803
1804	- Does this mean that at last magic will appear, that in a real sense can neutralize magicians? I'll wait for it.
1805
1806	"I will make every effort to reach practical application as soon as possible."
1807
1808	- The magic of the Great Asian Alliance was also very interesting. I'd like to receive a detailed report directly, so go to the main house when you return to Tokyo.
1809
1810	- Good. Then we leave immediately.
1811
1812	"Ara, do not hurry. Rest there for a couple of days, regain strength, before returning. You can come with a report in April.
1813
1814	"Thank you."
1815
1816	- I look forward to our meeting next month.
1817
1818	After these words, the connection was interrupted. Bowed before the camera, Tatsuya, making sure that the call indicator went out, raised his head.
1819
1820	Tatsuya slightly stretched. Despite the success of the operation, the conversation with Maya greatly exhausted him. To freshen up, he left the cabin on deck. There, Miyuki, accompanied by Minami, watched the moon.
1821
1822	"Onii-sama." Have you already finished the conversation with both?
1823
1824	- Yes. After returning to Tokyo, it will be necessary to report directly. But it was ordered to come only in April.
1825
1826	"Oh ... Both of you now seem to be busy."
1827
1828	It seems that Miyuki thought that there would be an order to come with a report as soon as possible. She covered her mouth with one hand and slightly widened her eyes.
1829
1830	"Perhaps you are right."
1831
1832	Tatsuya remembered the time when he was assigned this case, then Maya left the main house for a reason unrelated to the Conference of the Main Clans, which was very rare. Perhaps some urgent issue with sponsors was also solved.
1833
1834	- But then we have a little free time?
1835
1836	- Exactly.
1837
1838	Tatsuya stood next to Miyuki. Having understood the atmosphere, Minami disappeared into the cabin. Left alone on the deck, Miyuki came closer to Tatsuya. Still dressed in a dress and with gathered up hair, she gently laid her head on the shoulder of his suit.
1839
1840	- This time the mission was ... a fun trip.
1841
1842	"I was having fun too."
1843
1844	"But next I'd like to go on a trip without a mission." Onii-sama ... Tatsuya-sama.
1845
1846	- Onii-sama will come down.
1847
1848	Worrying not to disturb Miyuki's head touching his shoulder, Tatsuya looked at her profile.
1849
1850	"Onii-sama and Tatsuya-sama." What is better? I'm still ...
1851
1852	- There is no need to hurry. Time still exists.
1853
1854	- And the truth. Time still remains ...
1855
1856	Tatsuya could not read what was on Miyuki's mind, in anticipation of having closed her eyes.
1857
1858
1859
1860	Epilogue
1861
1862
1863
1864
1865
1866	In the waiting room for the departure of the airport there are 6 kinds of people.
1867
1868	People who see off with a smile. People who escort with tears. People who escort with different from the first two persons. Discarding the detailed classification, it will be any exception, except for smiles and tears.
1869
1870	Similarly, there are three species that are escorted. People who go with a smile. People who go with tears. People who depart with different from the first two persons.
1871
1872	However, we dare add one more species. People who go home with a tired face.
1873
1874	There were differences between working and playing, there was a difference between physical and mental exhaustion, but those who now waited for the return airplane had exactly such persons. Even the girls were exhausted.
1875
1876	March 29. The day after the party on an artificial island near the coast of Kume Island.
1877
1878	"It was a tiresome trip ..." Naha Sayaka, who came to the airport departure hall, grumbled, leaning both her hands on her suitcase to relieve the load of her own weight. Azusa, who heard her, giggled with restraint. It was like saying "I agree!", Because she could not say aloud the same thing to the invited classmate.
1879
1880	- True? But was it fun? "But her partner, Kirihara, had a different opinion." He objected with a cheerful expression. The excitement of yesterday's evening has not yet passed. The excitement is not from the party, but from the battle.
1881
1882	"... So Kirihara-kun was fun?" As a child, who rejoices when getting wet in a puddle.
1883
1884	Looking at Sayaka with sad eyes, Kirihara immediately looked away. He remembered how she got angry last night for a spoiled suit.
1885
1886	"Er, that's not because we wanted to play in the water." Hey, Sawaki.
1887
1888	Sawaki nodded strongly, although he did not understand well what that meant to "hey."
1889
1890	- Yes. It was a good fight. I am happy that for the first time in a long time I had to give my best.
1891
1892	In Sawaki, many shots flew from Sayaka and Azusa. However, even if he became a hedgehog with invisible arrows instead of thorns, it looks like Sawaki it did not work at all. At that moment Isori joined in with an apologetic face.
1893
1894	"Forgive me for all this." You were dragged into these unexpected events ...
1895
1896	- Oh, no! It is not true! - On Isori's apologizing words, Sayaka quickly waved her head. "I'm sorry to say strange things." Sure, I was having fun.
1897
1898	- Yes, I understand. - With a smile nodded Isori fussily explained Sayaka. "Everybody is tired of getting into such an incident." I would like to rest another day.
1899
1900	- I agree! - Kanon reacted to one of the words of Isori.
1901
1902	- Refuse today's flight and stay one more night! - Accusing his hand in the hand of the groom, Kanon spoiled with a spoiled voice to persuade Isori.
1903
1904	- Such a reason will not work.
1905
1906	- Correctly. Although there are still a few days before the ceremony of entering the university, you still need to start preparing in advance. "Has confirmed Azusa's words to Hattori, but Kanon did not seem convinced:
1907
1908	- Yes, what is there to prepare?
1909
1910	- By the way, you have already passed the registration for landing? - Ignoring Kanon's objection, Hattori turned to Isori.
1911
1912	- Exactly. - Answered was Sawaki. He pushed his suitcase toward the check-in counter for landing.
1913
1914	- Wait! Hey, do not ignore me!
1915
1916	Followed by Sawaki Hattori, looked back at the protest Kanon:
1917
1918	- It's not a different country. Maybe we'll come again in the summer?
1919
1920	- A good idea. Will we go again with this line-up? He responded vigorously to Hattori's words.
1921
1922	"Uh, I'd like to see Kei and I together." - Kanon immediately expressed discontent.
1923
1924	"We do not know if the summer holidays will be really free."
1925
1926	Speaking to the National Academy of Defense Kirihara, entering the same course Sayaka nodded with a disappointed face.
1927
1928	- It is not necessary to be limited only in the summer of this year, and it is not necessary to be limited in the summer. A chance can be given at any time, because risks are everywhere.
1929
1930	"Hattori, is this some sort of philosophy?"
1931
1932	On the hob of Kirihara Hattori with a smile shook his head.
1933
1934	- It's not entirely in philosophy. Simply words of consolation.
1935
1936	"I do not understand what you mean."
1937
1938	"It's like saying that next time you have to do better." - Sawaki, who finished registration, looked around. "Then, next time, let's deal with the problem only on our own."
1939
1940	- Well, something like this. Smiling, Hattori nodded at Sawaki's words.
1941
1942
1943
1944	â—Š â—Š â—Š
1945
1946
1947
1948	Unlike the group of graduates of First High, which, as planned, flew to Tokyo on the plane the day after the party, a group of current students swam carefree in the morning. The tour of Kumejima, interrupted by the attack of the submarine, was organized anew on the same ship with a transparent bottom.
1949
1950	- Suddenly it became "not a mission, but a trip". - said Miyuki with a bitter smile.
1951
1952	- I think this does not count. - Tatsuya also smiled ironically.
1953
1954	- What do you mean "does not count"? - Immediately asked with curiosity Honoka.
1955
1956	"The trip to Okinawa this time was a job, so I talked about going out of work next time. "Because there was no need to hide, Tatsuya honestly answered the question of Honoka. In a conversation last night, Miyuki requested that next time he be out of work. It was during their conversation on board a yacht returning from an artificial island to the main island of Okinawa. Since then, only half a day has passed. When it was mentioned that this cruise can be considered a "trip without work," Tatsuya and Miyuki showed bitter smiles, feeling that the conversation last night was continued.
1957
1958	"Hmm, what do you mean?" - Honoka did not go any further. She, probably, has understood, that questions, like "it is possible if I go with you?" will receive undesirable answers.
1959
1960	"How long will you stay here?" - Feeling the sufferings of the best friend, Shizuku decided to change the subject, referring to Miyuki.
1961
1962	"We plan to return to Tokyo tomorrow or the day after tomorrow."
1963
1964	"There's not much left after all."
1965
1966	- In fact, we planned to return today's flight. But in the end we had extra time.
1967
1968	- Hmm ...
1969
1970	Miyuki did not explain where the extra time came from. Shizuku also did not ask.
1971
1972	- We will soon have to organize preparations for the opening ceremony.
1973
1974	- Here's how.
1975
1976	Since Shizuku is an ordinary member of the disciplinary committee, she needs to participate only in the school events themselves, but there is no need to participate in their training. But Miyuki is the president of the school board. She must participate in a large number of preparations for the ceremony of admission.
1977
1978	Annually in March, preparations are made for the opening ceremony, various events at the beginning of the year, an acquaintance with the first-graders' representative is being held, etc., but this year Miyuki left Tokyo immediately after the closing ceremony to fulfill something similar to official duties although this was not "official" duties in fact, but were close to this). Most of the preparations were completed before the spring break, but a meeting to prepare the speech before the newcomers had not yet been held.
1979
1980	- This year, a representative of first-graders - after all, again a girl?
1981
1982	- Correctly.
1983
1984	"She's from the Top Ten Clan Clans?"
1985
1986	- Yes. Flying Siyin-san. The youngest daughter of the Mitsuya family. But we have not met.
1987
1988	- So this is how it is. That's why you cannot stay longer.
1989
1990	- Yes. I'm afraid that is it. "When Miyuki said this, not only herself, but Honoka also had a depressed face.
1991
1992	But not because Tatsuya will also leave when Miyuki goes to Tokyo. Honoka is also in the school board, so she also needs to participate in the preparation for the welcome ceremony. Honoka and Shizuku planned to return to Tokyo on the 31st, but if Miyuki returns on the 30th to prepare for the admission ceremony, they would also have thought about a return flight the same day.
1993
1994	"... Anyway, let's rest while we're here!" It's a little early in the sea, but why not swim in the hotel pool, where we stayed? It is quite spacious! - Returning motivation Honoka approached Tatsuya. Speaking to her Shizuku thought that from the face of Miyuki, watching this, a bit of calm disappeared.
1995
1996
1997
1998	â—Š â—Š â—Š
1999
2000
2001
2002	The report on the capture of the Japanese army by Jasmine Williams and James J. Johnson reached William MacLeod in Britain in the middle of the following day.
2003
2004	The incident, with an attempt to sabotage the artificial island in Kumejima, was apparently carried out by a detachment of deserters from the Great Asian Alliance with the support of the Australian army, but in fact it was Britain that organized the two forces together. If the details come to the surface, it will be impossible to avoid revealing that the British army is the culprit.
2005
2006	Knowing this, the intelligence department of the British army was surrounded by a tense atmosphere. Of course, there was not much noise, as if the hive had been turned over. Even in the building of the headquarters of the military intelligence department in the White Hall (the Government Center of Britain in the business district), this case was not loudly voiced, for fear of information leakage. It was unnecessary to create a depressing atmosphere. Therefore, there was nothing but reproach from the people, by which MacLeod was passing. The staff involved in this operation knew that MacLeod had a leading role in nominating a detachment of magicians of the Australian army.
2007
2008	MacLeod understood why these reproachful views were aimed at him. He was already asked to explain himself. The fact that his reputation worsened was clear to all. However, William MacLeod did not need to worry about the hostility directed at him. During interrogation by senior officers before government officials, he was treated like an aristocrat, as before.
2009
2010	First, he expected that the British government would not be negligent towards one of the official magicians of the Strategic Class from the Thirteen Apostles. The fact that he was calm, spoke of confidence in the safety of his position, despite the fact that he was involved in an independent trip to Australia, where he directly supervised the operation.
2011
2012	MacLeod left the headquarters of the so-called DIS and entered the old building next to the First Block. There was a branch of the government communications headquarters (formerly MI1), which was in charge of the British SigInt (engaged in interception of communications, eavesdropping, interception of radio signals, radar waves, etc.). For passers-by it was completely unclear what this building is, but it was MacLeod's workplace. Roughly speaking, in one of the rooms adjacent to the GCHQ building Macleod had a private office.
2013
2014	Not meeting anyone on the way, he went into his office and locked the door. In general, there were people walking back and forth through the building, but MacLeod's office was on a technical floor, where ordinary employees usually did not go. And access to the office itself was hidden from the rest with the help of a dedicated elevator.
2015
2016	MacLeod included the most modern communication terminal, incompatible with the appearance of the old building. A figure of one man immediately appeared on the display. Apparently, the interlocutor approached his terminal before the appointed time.
2017
2018	"Hello, Sir William MacLeod." How is your health?
2019
2020	- Hello, Dr. Clark. Health is normal. For my age.
2021
2022	"I did not mean anything like that ... I'm sorry."
2023
2024	- No, sorry for being rude. This was just a joke.
2025
2026	The name of the man, smiling puzzled from the terminal screen, was Edward Clark. He is a scientist from the National Academy of Sciences of the United States of America and a specialist in large-scale information systems.
2027
2028	"You are an evil man, sir." By the way, it seems that the question we discussed earlier, as expected, ended in failure.
2029
2030	"There's nothing to hide from you, Doctor."
2031
2032	- I apologize. So, the introduction of the "Trojan horse" was successful?
2033
2034	- Not yet. Jas is caught by Haru Kazama .
2035
2036	- How? ... And I thought Yotsuba would be interested in getting such a sample.
2037
2038	"I still think there's still a chance." Because it seems that there is a special connection between the division of Kharu Kazama and Yotsuba.
2039
2040	- Through the telepathic network of the "Brothers Williams", having the same genetic code, I hope to find out some secrets of Yotsuba.
2041
2042	- In the case of Jas, you should say "Sister", do you not? Although there is no confidence in the conscious use of telepathy, it has the advantage of being difficult to detect to the enemy. In combination with the "system" of the doctor, the limits in which our eyes and ears can penetrate will increase significantly.
2043
2044	"Information is what you need to manage the world." Sir William, USNA thank you for your cooperation, regardless of the success or failure of the operation.
2045
2046	"Thank you." For the prosperity of Britain, Doctor, continue to provide us with your wisdom.
2047
2048	- Of course. Because we are allies.
2049
2050	From the screen of the communicator, Edward Clark uttered a friendly farewell "Well, see you soon." Immediately after this, the screen goes out. MacLeod also turned off the communicator, carefully closed it, and left this secret cabinet.
2051
2052
2053
2054	 â—Š â—Š â—Š
2055
2056
2057
2058	Two days after the incident, an attempt was made to sabotage the artificial island in Kumejima. Maya visited a prestigious residential area near the city center.
2059
2060	The house looked like an old big mansion. But in fact it was a kind of fortress, which, in addition to the latest security equipment, was protected by a large number of ancient defensive spells.
2061
2062	The owner of the house was called Todo Aoba. Also known as His Excellency the priest Aoba, he was one of the secret players (also known as Yokai [ghosts, demons]) in the political and business arena of Japan. He was the true owner of the former Fourth Laboratory, and also the Yotsuba sponsor.
2063
2064	Elder Todo rarely summoned Maya. Although this was called sponsorship, the relationship with the Yotsuba family could not be called a one-sided patronage. In terms of funding, the Yotsuba family can do without the help of Elder Todo.
2065
2066	The Yotsuba family once won freedom from the army, destroying all workers of the former Fourth Laboratory.
2067
2068	But before that the army had already deprived the Todo family of power over the Fourth Laboratory.
2069
2070	That's why Elder Todo and the head of the Yotsuba family still had friendly relations. Just as the Yotsuba family depends on the influence of Elder Todo, so does the strength of the Yotsuba family. Relations of mutual support. Therefore, since Todo called Maya, the problem was really important.
2071
2072	After a formal welcome, Maya and Todo immediately moved on to the main topic.
2073
2074	- The day before yesterday in Kumejima you did a good job.
2075
2076	"Thank you."
2077
2078	The work to prevent diversion, commissioned by Maya Tatsuya, was the request of Elder Todo.
2079
2080	"Then you captured magicians from the Australian army."
2081
2082	- Yes. One of them is an ordinary magician, but the other seems to be a very interesting specimen.
2083
2084	- And there is. "Elder Todo nodded at Maya's words. - It is natural for you to be interested. But never bring this person to the heart of Yotsuba.
2085
2086	Hearing the words of the elder, Maya slightly rounded her eyes.
2087
2088	"Ara ... Is it a trap?" Like a living bomb?
2089
2090	"It's worse than a bomb." This woman is "ears".
2091
2092	Despite the abstract way of expressing the elders of Todo, Maya accurately realized that "ears" is a person with a special intelligence ability.
2093
2094	- As you wish. I will ask Ms. Saeki to get rid of this person immediately. "Maya did not doubt the words of Elder Todo. And she did not ask where he got it from. The Yotsuba family was not the only development of the former Fourth Laboratory. In the organization that preceded the Fourth Laboratory, mating was also practiced. And Elder Todo also had with him those who once offered their "blood" to the Yotsuba family.
2095
2096	- Correct. It will be much more effective to inform Saeki through you than to simply give the order from here.
2097
2098	On the orders of Elder Todo, Maya bowed with a heartless smile.
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2101
2102	(The end of the arch "Zavarushka in the South Sea")
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2104
2105
2106	Afterword
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2112	Thank you very much for reading us. How do you like "Smash in the South Sea"? I hope you enjoyed it.
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2114
2115
2116	Initially, it was planned to begin the third year of training in the 20th volume. But for some reason, I had to insert an additional episode, which fit into one volume.
2117
2118	In this volume, at the development stage, 3 main courses were taken:
2119
2120	1) Make a separate storyline that is not related to the main story.
2121
2122	2) Give more activity to characters a year older, who have not received much attention before.
2123
2124	3) The situation is a graduation trip to Hokkaido or Okinawa.
2125
2126	But as a result, it grew into an amazing story that you read. It was possible to show the team work of Hattori and other scenes and situations that fit into the taken courses ...
2127
2128	Since in the arch of the Tatsuya Grand Clans Conference and others there was a failure, I did not think that success this time would be such an excellent idea. Tatsuya got too comfortable exceptional ability. What will happen if you give him freedom?
2129
2130	With ordinary enemies, there are no problems anymore. Well, from now on we will face situations where one force does not break. Expect it.
2131
2132	In the epilogue, we introduced a character who will actively participate in the main story.
2133
2134	Returning to the original plan, I cannot call this an addition to the plot. But as a result it is good that we managed to present it now.
2135
2136	Of course, it was only a name and class. Originally it was planned to be called "Fumino", but the idea was abandoned because of the existing "Fumia". Then I came up with "Sino", but this idea died when I remembered that this is the name of the famous heroine of some very famous work. As a result, "Sine" was born. It will receive many characteristic features, so look forward to the next volume.
2137
2138	Reserves of minerals from the seabed are a reference to the "place" found in 2015 with oil deposits. Also in February 2016, the discovery of a geothermal field in the sea near Okinawa was confirmed. Would it be good if technology progressed forward so that we too could access such places?
2139
2140	Model artificial island was peeped at the "Aquapolis" at the 1975 International Ocean Fair in Okinawa. Although the scale and structure are completely different.
2141
2142	Although I myself think that bottom structures are more effective for developing the seabed, I chose a floating island for the convenience of history. I wish I could see the realization of this as long as I'm alive.
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2144
2145
2146	Well, in the next volume, the third year of training will really begin. In the final year of the main character's training, I left a lot of "here it's turning", so read us to the end of the whole series. I'll try my best to make you say "it was interesting."
2147
2148	So, see you in the next volume No. 21, "The Beginning of the Troubles."