The Mist Train left the garrison depot for the location where Mary's previous Knight Commander that looked like Bluerose had been seen. |
![Story Yuuzen.png](/images/9/9c/Story_Yuuzen.png) Yuuzen |
"Blargh, were ya born under a star where trouble is bound to come yer way?" |
![Story Mary.png](/images/8/82/Story_Mary.png) Mary |
"Aah, it was mostly just inherited from Ricardo to me. I'd rather say she was the creator." |
![Story Mary.png](/images/8/82/Story_Mary.png) Mary |
"Eh, kept me occupied." |
Conductor |
My mother Ricardo. I wondered what she was like, but it sounded like she was even more of a maverick than Mary, and I'm surprised every time I hear her talk about her. |
![Story Yuuzen.png](/images/9/9c/Story_Yuuzen.png) Yuuzen |
"Ya seemed to enjoy it when you knew you were in trouble too. I wish you'd put yourself in our shoes who get caught up in it every time." |
![Story Mary.png](/images/8/82/Story_Mary.png) Mary |
"Oh, you thought that? But it's nice now. We've gone from living on the streets to living inside a dormitory, and it must have been very boring for you." |
![Story Yuuzen.png](/images/9/9c/Story_Yuuzen.png) Yuuzen |
"I didn't really drown my boredom in travelling, and I don't mind being cooped up." |
![Story Yuuzen.png](/images/9/9c/Story_Yuuzen.png) Yuuzen |
"Regardless, I'm probably the only one ya can name, so I'll keep ya company." |
![Story Mary.png](/images/8/82/Story_Mary.png) Mary |
"Hmm, thank you. If I had to choose a partner, I couldn't think of anyone else but you." |
![Story Yuuzen.png](/images/9/9c/Story_Yuuzen.png) Yuuzen |
"I don't know what's going on in the Order of St. Iris, but I'm sure I'd be a pretty good match for ya former Knight Commander." |
![Story Mary.png](/images/8/82/Story_Mary.png) Mary |
"She's perhaps a fake, but a half-hearted warrior wouldn't even be able to step on her shadow." |
![Story Yuuzen.png](/images/9/9c/Story_Yuuzen.png) Yuuzen |
"Hey, there are plenty of ways to fight that don't require stepping on shadows." |
![Story Mary.png](/images/8/82/Story_Mary.png) Mary |
"I like that about you. I'm going to step straight into the shadows." |
![Story Mary.png](/images/8/82/Story_Mary.png) Mary |
"I'm surprised however. I didn't expect you to say 'I want to take someone with me'." |
![Story Yuuzen.png](/images/9/9c/Story_Yuuzen.png) Yuuzen |
"Really? She's strong and trustworthy enough. Ya wouldn't have any problem taking her with me, would ya?" |
![Story Mary.png](/images/8/82/Story_Mary.png) Mary |
"Yes, she's a perfect asset. We'll be relying on her." |
![Story Miyako.png](/images/2/21/Story_Miyako.png) Miyako |
"Excuse me." |
At that moment, Miyako, who had been on alert in the lead car, came back to report. |
Conductor |
Yes, it was Miyako that Yuuzen offered to take with her. |
![Story Miyako.png](/images/2/21/Story_Miyako.png) Miyako |
"We have safely passed the danger area along the way. We are almost to the drop-off point." |
![Story Mary.png](/images/8/82/Story_Mary.png) Mary |
"Thanks for your help, Miyako. Get some rest in preparation for the drop-off." |
![Story Yuuzen.png](/images/9/9c/Story_Yuuzen.png) Yuuzen |
"Just keep resting. There's no guarantee ya'll get any later." |
![Story Miyako.png](/images/2/21/Story_Miyako.png) Miyako |
"No, I am not tired at all, I am fine." |
![Story Miyako.png](/images/2/21/Story_Miyako.png) Miyako |
"But If you say so, Yuuzen-san." |
![Story Mary.png](/images/8/82/Story_Mary.png) Mary |
"Hmmhmm, you are quite honest." |
![Story Miyako.png](/images/2/21/Story_Miyako.png) Miyako |
"I'm always honest, is there something wrong?" |
![Story Mary.png](/images/8/82/Story_Mary.png) Mary |
"I just thought you were likeable. Not to worry." |
![Story Blackfriar.png](/images/5/54/Story_Blackfriar.png) Blackfriar |
"Okay, everyone, we're all here." |
![Story Finchley.png](/images/1/15/Story_Finchley.png) Finchley |
"Now for a final check. Our destination, the abandoned mining city, is not served by rail and cannot be reached directly by Mist Train." |
![Story Finchley.png](/images/1/15/Story_Finchley.png) Finchley |
"Thus we will disembark at the nearest stop and enter on foot, then split into two teams to search. Please note that there have been sightings of Wandering Lives, so please be very careful." |
![Story Blackfriar.png](/images/5/54/Story_Blackfriar.png) Blackfriar |
"I don't need to tell you, but this is only an recon mission, so don't go too far. I'll leave it to Conductor to make the final decision for our team, though." |
Conductor |
Yeah, leave it to me. I won't leave anyone out. |
![Story Miyako.png](/images/2/21/Story_Miyako.png) Miyako |
"The target bridge is in sight. When we pass over there, we'll be disembarking, yes?" |
![Story Yuuzen.png](/images/9/9c/Story_Yuuzen.png) Yuuzen |
"Yes. Make sure ya follow us." |
![Story Miyako.png](/images/2/21/Story_Miyako.png) Miyako |
"Of course. I won't cause any trouble for Yuuzen-san." |
![Story Finchley.png](/images/1/15/Story_Finchley.png) Finchley |
"I was going to call out to Miyako to relieve her tension, but I guess I didn't need to." |
![Story Blackfriar.png](/images/5/54/Story_Blackfriar.png) Blackfriar |
"When Finchley was about Miyako's age, she was always stiff and nervous when she went on missions." |
![Story Finchley.png](/images/1/15/Story_Finchley.png) Finchley |
"S-Sir. Please don't drag this out here and now." |
![Story Blackfriar.png](/images/5/54/Story_Blackfriar.png) Blackfriar |
"What are you talking about? You've been through the death and now you're standing here. Stand proudly next to me." |
![Story Finchley.png](/images/1/15/Story_Finchley.png) Finchley |
"Y... Yes!" |
Conductor |
At that moment, the Mist Train began to slow down gradually. Everyone prepared to disembark. |
![Story Blackfriar.png](/images/5/54/Story_Blackfriar.png) Blackfriar |
"As soon as we disembark, Finchley and I will secure the perimeter. Miyako to help us only at this time. I'll request Mary and Yuuzen to escort Conductor." |
![Story Mary.png](/images/8/82/Story_Mary.png) Mary |
"I'm in charge." |
![Story Yuuzen.png](/images/9/9c/Story_Yuuzen.png) Yuuzen |
"Well, now it's time. Let's find out if this Bluerose is ya former boss." |
![Story Mary.png](/images/8/82/Story_Mary.png) Mary |
"Thank you once again for taking my invitation, Yuuzen." |
![Story Yuuzen.png](/images/9/9c/Story_Yuuzen.png) Yuuzen |
"It's not going to change, now. Let's go." |
Conductor |
Yuuzen got off the train with an aloof acceptance. |
Conductor |
Mary smiled happily while watching her back. |