◆ Avangarde Castle Town, Alley ◆ Having returned early from the Nation of Negesta, I reported the situation to Lord Hast. I recounted the events that transpired during the prophetic ritual, the transformation of the Uzei Religion, and the rise of the so-called Religious Founder. My grandfather didn’t respond immediately; instead, he gave me and … Counter Stop – Chapter 274
◆ Kingdom of Noibranz, Surroundings of the Royal Capital, Southern First Defense Line ◆ The soldiers were all crammed into the Jailsaurus, while Kurinka and Private First Class Bikuro’s Servants hoisted it up. Even though they were under Enhancement Magic, the ropes dug painfully into the base of the Kurinka Dragon’s wings. As for me, … Counter Stop – Chapter 273
◆ Eastern Region of Noibranz Nation – Agada Wasteland ◆ “It is a testament to the honorable soldiers of Noibranz that we fight! Grab your weapons!” “Long live King Braamd!” The Killing Worm looms large, its body towering high enough to make us look up in awe. At this rate, it wouldn’t even be a … Counter Stop – Chapter 272
◆ Kingdom of Metallica, Research Facility No. 5 ◆ “Wonderful! Subject No. 533 has yielded results beyond our expectations!” “In just one year, the synergy rate with the Machine Maiden has been raised to over 70%… This is a sufficient operational range.” “Next in line is No. 82 with 30%… The rest are all over … Counter Stop – Chapter 271
Six Years Ago, Kingdom of Metallica, Platiu’s Home “Why is this child like this?!” I felt a sharp sting as my cheek was slapped. It hurt, and I didn’t understand why my mother was hitting me. She had told me to apologize if I did something wrong, and I had said I was sorry. “If … Counter Stop – Chapter 270
◆ Outside the Avangarde Royal Capital ◆ One of the Ten Destroyers of Noibranz, Maternya. A girl clad in something resembling a fur bikini, her messy brown hair forming cat ears, yet she is undeniably human. She excels in combat techniques that mimic the power of beasts and can even fly. Her physical abilities rival … Counter Stop – Chapter 269
◆ Outside the Avangarde Royal Capital ◆ “What did I do?! Let me go!” “You are suspected of spreading Divils Bacteria. We will restrain you and take you in.” “Ugh! I can’t move!” Natchu was bound with something resembling a belt and was being carried on a stretcher. The remaining subordinates were treated similarly. The … Counter Stop – Chapter 268
In Front of the Airship Silverwing “I’m afraid you cannot meet with them right now. Please leave.” “So when can I meet them?!” “Undetermined. Please leave.” The cold voice of Harp echoed from the massive airship, offering no warmth. Normally, when you visit someone, the door opens, and a person comes out to greet you. … Counter Stop – Chapter 267
◆ Near the Royal Capital of the Kingdom of Avangarde, Noibranz Army Garrison ◆ “How are the results, Assistant to the Early Brigade?” “Y-Yes… I must report that due to the intervention of the Kingdom of Metallica, the expected outcomes have not been achieved. It seems we cannot compete with the medicines provided by Lady … Counter Stop – Chapter 266
◆ Avangarde, Forest Northwest of the Royal Capital ◆ 【The Earth Beast Titanis has escaped!】 Its speed of blending into the ground was slightly faster than I anticipated; my sword struck the earth with barely a second to spare. More accurately, I was slow to recognize that it had escaped. It performed a similar maneuver … Counter Stop – Chapter 265