Episode 372: It’s Your Fault!
Yuma boarded the military vehicle that Akito and the others had arrived in, heading for the Sydney municipality.
It was where the submarine crew members were being sheltered. Having heard that Captain Brace and Alicia were also safe, Yuma was looking forward to seeing them again after a long time.
“If I can meet everyone, we’ll go home together, right? But how are we going to get to America without a submarine?”
Yuma, sitting in the passenger seat, asked the question, and Rui, who was holding the steering wheel, answered.
“There were people related to the Australian military over there. Captain Brace should be negotiating to get a submarine or aircraft. If it goes well, the deal should already be done, right?”
“I see. But even if we can procure an aircraft, the sky is full of Dragons, right? Isn’t it impossible to return safely?”
Akito, who was in the back seat, snorted at Yuma’s anxious question.
“What are you saying so pessimistically! We’re way behind schedule. We have to push ourselves a little to get home quickly. At worst, we’ll have to massacre all the Dragons and break through.”
“Well, maybe…”
It was quite an extreme statement, but it was true that they might not be able to return to America quickly without doing that much.
Yuma faced forward, looking ahead on the road, and pondered what would happen in the future.
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Arriving at the Sydney Federal Prime Minister’s Office, Yuma immediately met with the politicians and military officials who governed this region.
Although the Australian government had collapsed, it did not mean that the country’s leadership was gone.
They seemed to be gathering people from all over Australia to counter the Seekers who had become terrorists.
Yuma and the others were also asked for cooperation, but of course, they didn’t have time for that.
They politely declined and begged to be allowed to meet the submarine crew.
In this way, Yuma was reunited with Captain Brace and Alicia at a hotel in Sydney.
“Oh, Mitaka-san! I’m so glad. I’m really glad you’re safe…”
“Yes, I’m doing great. I’m glad Alicia-san is uninjured too.”
Alicia, who was in the hotel lobby, rejoiced at each other’s safety. Tears welled up in Alicia’s eyes.
It’s nice to have people who care about you. He also greeted Captain Brace and shook her hand firmly.
Many of the other crew members were also safe, and they rejoiced at the reunion.
“Preparations for returning to America are complete. Shall we depart immediately?”
At Captain Brace’s words, Yuma answered strongly, “Yes!”
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Sydney International Airport–
Yuma and the others, along with Alicia and the submarine crew, were walking on the airport runway.
Looking at the terminal building, they could see that part of the building had been destroyed. It must have been attacked by Monsters.
As they walked further, they saw two aircraft parked at the end of the runway.
“Those are the C-130J transport aircraft that the military prepared. They are slightly older aircraft, but two of them can carry all the crew members.”
Captain Brace, who was walking next to him, explained.
“I see… who will be piloting them?”
“We can’t pilot them, so pilots from the Australian Air Force will accompany us.”
“I’m glad they agreed. They won’t be able to return if they come with us.”
“Yes, so negotiations were difficult. In the end, they seemed to value the connection with America. If the situation calms down to some extent, American Seekers will be able to come to Australia. If that happens, they can fight the terrorists here.”
“I see.”
Yuma nodded in agreement. Nearly a hundred crew members immediately began boarding, and luggage was loaded onto the aircraft.
Yuma and Akito watched the scene from the runway.
“Are you sure aircraft are okay? The sky is full of Dragons…”
When Yuma asked, Akito frowned with his arms crossed.
“It can’t be helped. It’s been found that there’s a Blue Dungeon in the sea around here. If we use a submarine, we might be attacked again. If that happens, everyone might die next time.”
“Well, that’s true. There’s no guarantee I can save you next time. Submarines are too dangerous… but it doesn’t change the fact that aircraft are dangerous, right?”
“That’s why the two of us are outside! You’re not going to say you’re stopping now, are you!”
“Ugh… I won’t say that.”
The conclusion that Captain Brace and the others reached in order to escape Australia was to “exit the airspace while escorting the aircraft.”
In other words, Yuma and Akito would escort the two aircraft in the air until they left Australian airspace.
Certainly, it might be the most realistic plan.
Yuma thought so too and decided to cooperate with the operation.
–If Akito and I are there, it will be fine.
The aircraft engines started, and the four propellers on the left and right began to turn. They slowly advanced on the runway and gradually took off.
“Well, let’s go.”
“Yeah.”
Yuma activated Metallization and transformed into a black monster. He shifted his gaze to the ten Jewels lined up on the back of his hand.
“What, are you going to fly with wings again?”
“No, I’m going to try becoming a Black Dragon since I’m here. It looks strong.”
“But you can’t breathe that powerful Breath, right? If so, it only looks strong.”
“That’s your fault!!”
Yuma glared at Akito with a strong tone. Because Akito had defeated the Black Dragon, he was unable to recover the Demon Ore.
Yuma was angry about that, but Akito completely ignored him and jumped onto Gae Bolg, saying, “Let’s go.”
“He’s in a good mood…”
Yuma watched Akito ascending, concentrating his consciousness on the Jewel in his right hand. Black Mana gushed out, transforming from Metal Armor into a huge body.
Black, large wings, a long, rugged tail. He raised his ominous head and glared at the sky.
Perhaps even Dragonkind wouldn’t approach this Monster.
With that expectation, Yuma kicked off the ground and flapped his wings. The giant body lifted off, creating a strong wind and soaring into the sky.
Yuma chased after the aircraft and Akito flying ahead.