𝐓𝐡𝐞 𝐝𝐞𝐜𝐢𝐬𝐢𝐯𝐞 𝐛𝐚𝐭𝐭𝐥𝐞 𝐢𝐬 𝐧𝐞𝐚𝐫 ① / 𝐀 𝐠𝐢𝐫𝐥𝐬’ 𝐟𝐞𝐞𝐥𝐢𝐧𝐠𝐬

The Kingdom of Asgard announced to all its citizens the news of the 『Demon Emperor’s invasion』.

At the same time, the deployment of the Asgard Kingdom Army, Peacemaker squad, and the S-class summoners was reported.

Only twenty days remain until the day proclaimed by the Demon Emperor. The populace was divided between those who chose to flee the kingdom and those who stayed, believing in their victory over the Demon Emperor. As a result, the bustle of the town decreased by more than half.

However, there were still those who continued their businesses and daily lives.

With just twenty days left, students of the Summoning Academy were also preparing for war.

The majority of A-Class Summoners were assigned to the army. B-class took charge of the kingdom’s security, while C-class and below were tasked with guarding the academy.

The young summoners too, were determined.

Meanwhile, the S-class. . . . . .were discussing matters in the student dormitory.

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“Let’s confirm.”

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In the conference room, Yorha brought in a board and tapped it with a pointer.

The board had the operation details pinned to it.

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“We are a completely independent unit. Our target is Shin・Asgard itself. Got it? We will transport Albero to Shin. We’ll defeat all enemies on the way.”

“So, we’re leaving the small fries for the small fries?”

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As Kid spoke while smoking, Yorha nodded in agreement.

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“Yes. The path towards the Demon Emperor is surely not going to be easy. After all, the demon 『Greed』 still remains.”

“Don’t worry! We’ve grown stronger too. . . . . .”

“Right. We’ll take them down.”

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Ridelle and Kid nodded strongly.

Lapis and Ashe also nodded to each other.

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“Our role is to transport everyone.”

“Yes! We’ll definitely deliver!”

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Everyone was fired up.

And so were Leivinia and Nisrok.

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“I’m going too. With my 『ability』, I can somewhat understand thoughts from the scent of Summoned beasts. . . . . .it’s an application of 『Past Smell』.”

“I, I also think I might be able to control Demon Emperor’s Summoned beast to some extent.”

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The two former demons were also eager to fight.

And then, there was Albero. Albero looked at his right hand and spoke.

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“Shin・Asgard. She’s powerful. It’s like. . . . . .she’s the complete opposite of me in every way.”

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King and Queen. Black and White. Red and Blue. Male and Female. Right hand and Left hand.

It was a mysterious fate. Thus, Albero had to fight.

Albero clenched his right hand tightly.

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“Everyone. This is probably our final battle. Let’s end it all. . . . . .and reclaim our school lives!”

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At Albero’s determination, everyone nodded.

Asgard Summoning Academy. The S-Class Summoners.

Albero’s 『Jabberwock』, Kid’s 『Headsman』, Ashe’s 『Gryphon』, Lapis’s 『Marcosias』, Ridelle’s 『Red Queen』, Leivinia and Nisrok, and Yorha’s 『Gate・of・Isolde』. . . . . .they just have to believe in their Summoned beasts and fight.

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“S-class, let’s go!”

“Heh. . . . . .it’s still twenty days away, you know.”

“It’s fine. It gets us pumped up, right, Lapis?”

“As Ashe said, I’ll do my best!”

“That’s right, Kid. It’s okay, right?”

“Tsk. . . . . .”

“Nisrok. Let’s do this. . . . . .when the time comes.”

“Yeah. I will fight.”

“. . . . . .Fufu, everyone’s all fired up. Alright!!”

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Yorha clapped her hands together.

Then, she took out her wallet from her pocket and slammed it onto the table.

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“Today’s a pre-celebration! It’s on me. Albero, Kid, go buy lots of ingredients!”

“Alright! Let’s go, Kid!”

“Don’t order me around. Hmph, I’ll empty that wallet of yours. . . . . .”

“Alright, alright! I’m going too! I want to buy snacks!”

“Me too~.”

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Holding onto Yorha’s wallet, Albero and Kid left. Chasing after them were Leivinia and Nisrok, leaving only four girls behind.

Yorha seemed to have anticipated this and sat on the sofa.

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“Well, shall we talk? About our future.”

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Without any warning, Yorha said,

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“I will become the queen of this country. I won’t marry, but plan to adopt a child as the next ruler. . . . . .that’s the official stance. Publicly, the child will be treated as adopted, but I intend to have a child with Albero.”

“”What?!””

“Woah. . . . . .You’ve thought it all out. That’s amazing.”

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Ridelle’s face turned red.

Ashe and Lapis seemed puzzled.

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“While Otou-sama and Onii-sama are only focused on the current crisis, I’m also considering what happens after we defeat Shin・Asgard. Thanks to that, I can operate freely in the background. My faction’s power is growing, already surpassing the faction supporting Onii-sama for the throne. If all goes as planned, I’ll be queen by the age of twenty. So, I’ll have a child with Albero at eighteen, spend two years raising the child, then at twenty, adopt the child officially. I’ll tell the truth when the child becomes an adult.”

“That’s. . . . . .specific. Thinking that far. . . . . .”

“”. . . . . .””

“Ashe, Lapis. Tell me how you feel. You both love Albero, right?”

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Perhaps taken aback by Yorha’s straightforward question, Ashe replied.

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“Yes. I’ve loved him. . . . . .since we were kids, I’ve always wanted to be Albero’s bride.”

“I. . . . . .I feel the same. I’ve always wanted to be with him, even as an adult. I want to go to Isavel with Albero.”

“Then it’s decided. Lapis, you’ll be the official wife. Ashe, you’ll be a concubine. . . . . .just in name. This is the best arrangement. Ashe, are you okay with being the second wife?”

“”What?””

“Why are you surprised? Albero is a noble, and a Baron at that. It’s common for him to have a concubine.”

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Ashe and Lapis exchanged glances.

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“Well, as long as he loves me. . . . . .”

“And me. Besides, I’d be happy if it’s with Ashe.”

“Then it’s settled. Once the battle is over, we’ll be on full attack mode. Albero seems dense, so I’m considering using my charm too. Both of you, be prepared.”

“””What?! Oh my god!”””

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Both of them turned beet red.

Ridelle could only give a wry smile. However,

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“Ridelle, you’re going to study design in Isavel, right? And Kid found work as a shepherd. You never know what could happen, so make sure you get Kid.”

“What? M, Make sure I. . . . . .whaaat?!”

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The girls’ conversation continued until Albero and the others returned.

With faces flushed, Ashe and the others greeted Albero and the group, who looked at them puzzled.