Alternate Reincarnation

A Glimpse of Eden

Hello again! Time for the currently longest running arc of the fanfiction - which begins with chapter 14, "A Glimpse of Eden"

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"Let's begin. How about we start by confirming the legitimacy of your offer?"

Kannazuki began the meeting with that question.

It was not that Kannazuki doubted the opposition. The vice-commander had thought that it was highly unlikely for Nightmare and Ruler-to be bluffing at this point.

Especially seeing as the Ruler's Angel, [Cassiel] was active.

Because of Rio's presence -as her Spirit mana had flooded the entire room- it was difficult for Kannazuki to precisely determine the thickness of Rinne's mana surrounding the ten strings of her lyre.

However, it was not enough to blind the experienced Wizard's senses. He could tell that as faint as it was, Cassiel's strings possessed enough power to tear apart not just the Territory of [Hrasvelgr], but likely the entire aircraft as well.

And yet, despite the overwhelming advantage they had in an enclosed space of the aircraft, the opposition didn't display any hostile intent. It was probably because of Rio, but that also meant they were willing to go through with their offer.

Still, he went through and asked the question anyway. Being cautious against everything, except in regards to Kotori, was natural for Kannazuki.

"Yes, I should only drop my guard when I am around the Commander."

As he waited for a response, his question was replied with a giggle.

It came from the Nightmare Spirit, the one who didn't take a seat and stood behind the Ruler's chair like a bodyguard.

"You are still in doubt about that? It can't be helped then."

Kurumi opened her hands as a flintlock pistol flung itself out of her shadow, and into her hand.

"I'll explain."

Shido -who was sitting next to himself- tensed. However, Kannazuki himself kept his composure. There was no reason to panic, no matter what situation you were in. Much less, a situation where your opposition wouldn't attack you.

Sensing what happened despite not seeing it directly, 'the other Kurumi' who took a seat turned her head to the Kurumi who summoned a gun.

"Ara, you don't mean to..."

"Yes, I do. He doesn't seem to mind all that much, anyway."

And with that said, the gun-wielding Kurumi stared Kannazuki down with a challenging grin.

"As Shido-san might have told you, the [Tenth Bullet] of my [Zafkiel] is capable of reading the past of objects it has pierced. Therefore, gathering information is relatively easy."

Kurumi touched her lips as she paused. The Nightmare obviously enjoyed what she was about to say.

"I shoot a Wizard, then I know about their branches. I shoot a superior officer, then I know about their secrets and more important branches."

As she explained with glee, Kurumi pointed the gun at Kannazuki's direction.

"I can confirm it here and now by transferring the memories I have received to you. Do you want to give it a shot?"

"I don't mind, so long as it can confirm your stance in your offer."

Kannazuki replied easily.

Shido glanced at him with some anxiety, but Kannazuki paid no heed. Seeing this, Kurumi let out an amused snicker.