Volume 5 Chapter 29 Reinforcement (Remote)
Frain had been taking a temporary nap until evening.
Despite the trouble with Wade collapsing and other issues, there were things that needed to be done. So, until just before evening, Frain thought about resting his mind and body.
And then, in the evening, Frain was woken up by Kadras, who said, "Hey, you little brat, wake up!"
"What time is it now?"
"It's 5 pm. The exact time I was told to wake you up."
"Okay. What about the deployment?"
"There's no problem with the Rebellion Flame. We've even given weapons to the cooperating defectors and had them take defensive positions. The girls from Wade's party still haven't arrived, though."
"Okay. Whether we're stalling or losing, it doesn't change what we need to do."
Frain got up and then took a transformed staff in his hand. Frain's magic had started to grow differently from the usual flame magic since a certain time. To respond to that, a special item had been prepared.
At that moment, Frain felt the ring shaking. He narrowed his eyes.
"That's the Calling Ring I got from Lord, right?"
Frain remained silent, and then a voice came from the other end.
'Whoa, connected! Yeah, Frain, it's Wade.'
"...What's going on. Did you revive or something?"
Frain's breath caught naturally. Kadras, who was grinning, nudged him with his elbow, and Frain kicked him.
'What's up? Are you worried about me or something?'
"Do worry. I just reconfirmed that it's weird for someone like you, who's hard to read, to die. So, if you've revived, hurry up and join us."
'Aah...that's the thing. As I am, I can go there, but... "No way!"...the people around me are saying I absolutely can't go, like I'm still recovering from an illness...'
A noisy, high-pitched voice came from beside Wade. Frain furrowed his brow and said roughly.
"...I'll cut the connection."
'Wait, wait, wait! I didn't just call to report my safety. During this time, I've been training a bit, and I've become capable of doing more things.'
"What the hell are you, anyway? Who are you?"
While he was taking a big break, he heard that he can train to increase what he can do, but he's never heard of that. So, he thinks, "Get up quickly," but it seems like he's been through some kind of hardship. He doesn't know.
"...So, what's this 'what I can do'?"
'Frain, you're alone in the room with Kadras right now, aren't you You were sleeping just a minute ago.'
Frain glanced around sharply, but there was no sign of Wade's shadow or presence.
"What's going on? How did you know?"
Frain asked sharply, and Wade, with a cheerful tone, replied through the ring.
'You know, I've become able to use clairvoyance. There are many other things, but for now, if I can support Frain, it'll be somewhat useful, don't you think?'
"...Wade, you're really an idiot who doesn't understand the meaning."
Frain replied with a bitter face, but he's the type who uses what he can. He equipped the crystal sword he received earlier and stood up.
"Well, it's fine. If you're going to assist, I'll use it. Do your best."
'Hahaha, at least it's a good feeling... Ah, so everyone, can I just leave for a bit?'
'No way...!' 'Yeah, no way!' 'Rejected!' 'Nope!'
"Can I cut in?"
'Ah, sorry sorry. Then, everyone, except for me, don't say anything, okay?' 'Okay, got it!'
Frain thought, "What a pain," and left the room. Outside, Sylvia was standing with her back against the wall.
"Frain, you're up."
"Yeah. Has the situation outside changed?"
"No, it's still quiet."
"...Well, it'll probably start at night. The sun will set soon, and from there, this place will become a battlefield."
Then, Wade said through the ring.
'Frain, the surrounding area of that building is heavily surrounded.'
"...What?"
'The enemy is... I've seen it before, this. Puppets, right? There are many of them, hiding in the shadows.'
"..."
Wade said it as if he was seeing it right now. Or maybe he really is seeing it. Anyway, he's not the type to make annoying jokes in a situation like this.
"Wade, is that certain?"
'It's certain... Everyone, they're all wearing the Puppet Master's attire. Masks and hats, black clothing. Is the real one mixed in?'
At Wade's report, Frain and the others exchanged glances.
Then, Frain told him.
"All of them are the real deal. A Puppet Master is that kind of adventurer. I just found out about it a little while ago. No matter what kind of puppet it is, if you dress it up in an eerie costume and perform a special ritual, it can become his alter ego. In other words, everyone can become the real Puppet Master."
'...What's with that, it's creepy.'
Wade's straightforward words made Frain burst out laughing.
"Hahaha. That's right, it's a real freak. Moreover, the puppet itself is also a product of an evil, created by manipulating someone else's body and brain. So―――"
Frain said, his expression turning serious.
"So, we have to send him to hell."
'...That's right. By the way, Toxy, didn't you send Swallow to hell?'
'Yeah!'
"As for that, I feel sorry for Swallow."
'Why's that?!'
Ignoring Toxy's protests from the other side of the ring, Frain headed downstairs. The other members, the shop owner, and the guide were all on high alert, armed and ready.
"Ah, Frain-san! You're awake!"
"Yeah... Don't get too worked up. We'll try to avoid fighting as much as possible. But if worst comes to worst, we'll all work together to take it down."
"Got it, understood."
Going outside, he asked Kadras, "Are there 3 of them?" and he replied, "They're standing by in an invisible spot." That's fine, he suppose. They're probably quite skilled too. They can move on their own without his instructions.
"Wade, is the Puppet Master lurking around?"
'Yeah. It's basically hiding in the shadows. But, yeah, there are pedestrians around, which is a problem. Since it's evening, there aren't many people yet, but the crowd will increase as night falls, right?'
"That's right. That's why..."
Frain took out the silver stealth weapon's badge, an adventurer's badge given to him by Lord.
"This crowd-clearing tool will come in handy."
He removed the pendant. With a sharp "clank" sound, the magic from the Adventurer's Badge spread, repelling people. Since he had informed the city about the possibility of a battle, the effect would cover a radius of several kilometers.
"It's going to get dark soon."
Frain said.
"The repelling magic will prevent unnecessary casualties. So, you guys, go all out and kill the Puppet Master. You three can hear me, right? That's how it is."
In short, Frain summarized.
"You idiots, just go wild without thinking. I've got the strategy covered. I'm the smart one, after all."
"""""Got it, Stupid Leader."""""
Kadras and Sylvia, who were standing by, and the remaining 3 voices from somewhere, responded. Frain puffed out his chest, holding his warped staff under his arm.
If Wade saw him, he would probably say, "He's holding it like a submachine gun."
"You idiots, let's go. It's an annihilation battle."
"""""Ready!"""""
The Rebellion Flame stepped into the evening darkness.
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