Simulated Lanes

Chapter 19 - Imminent Battle

The next day have arrived, and (Y/n) woke up groggily after last night's talk with Kuroto Dan. In addition to the revelation of the Siren's plan with the Bugster Virus, Kuroto decided to live within the Dangerous Zombie Gashat to hide himself from the shipgirls, as per (Y/n)'s request to keep everything a secret.

He get up from his bed, looking outside as he sees the clear blue sky in the morning. He stretch for a bit before doing his morning activity of washing his face. He then recalls of what to do next after the discussion.

~~ Flashback Start ~~

"Obviously, we're going to get the ten Gashats." Kuroto said in a flashback. "Barring some of the... unique ones, those ten are the bare minimum to activate Kamen Rider Chronicle. You have four of them already, but knowing that each of the factions made Clone Riders, the only way to get those two is by getting them at the source of the Riders. And that counts six of them."

"But the tricky part will be getting Dragon Knight Hunter X." Taiga then added. "It's the wild card out of all of them. Who knows where it'll appear..."

"You're right. But I do hope that the enemy doesn't have it, otherwise..." (Y/n) said, worrying the idea that the Crimson Axis or the Sirens might have the coveted Gashat...

~~ Flashback End ~~

'Then again, We can't do anything right now. Doing another infiltration is a risky one, especially if we're infiltrating the main base...' He thought to Taiga.

"Right. All we can do now is to wait for the enemy to attack." Taiga said. "And besides, you deserve a break for bringing God here with us."

'But you did all the work though...' (Y/n) sweatdropped. He then went to the cafeteria, when he passes by Belfast, which he promptly greeted her. Belfast greeted back with a soft smile, and continued her way, which is a bit weird for (Y/n), but he shrug it off and continued his way.

'Sir (Y/n) does sounded the same as usual.' She thought, with last night's possibility still fresh in her mind. 'But that other voice is still suspicious. I'm afraid that I have to learn more about you personally, Sir (Y/n).'

Meanwhile, our protagonist have arrived at the cafeteria, grabbing some breakfast before taking a seat. As he begin his breakfast, someone else sits right next to him, making him notice.

"W-wah! Miss Enterprise!" He exclaimed, surprised by her sudden appearance.

"Oh, morning. This is my usual spot." Enterprise, who is holding her cup of coffee, then said.

"I-in that case, I'll be leaving so I won't disturb you, miss." (Y/n) then said after realizing his supposed rudeness. He tried to lift his tray, but Enterprise stopped him by holding his left forearm.

"It's alright. I don't mind company." She assured him, prompting him to sit down. Despite his nervousness, he complied and continued his breakfast, while making sure that he won't disturb Enterprise. But the latter wanted to ask him something, something that might be personal to him.

"Do you... miss your home?"

(Y/n) stopped after hearing Enterprise question. It hit him like a brick since he's been in this world for roughly three weeks now. He knows that he still can't go home until he finished his quest, but now that Enterprise brought that up, he fall saddened by the image of his sister flashing in his mind. Enterprise quickly realized what happened, and holds his hand to comfort him.

"I'm sorry, I shouldn't ask you that this early." She apologized.

"... No, it's alright..." (Y/n) then replied before regaining his composure. "I do miss my home, and also my sister. But for now, all I can do is to be strong and wait. I know that Miss Hood and everyone else are working their best to find a way home for me, so I trust them for that." He then said. While it does sounded hopeful, he's knows that they won't be able to find his home. Enterprise then nods before removing her hand.