The powerful hero unit "Isla, Queen of All Bugs".
After successfully summoning her, Takuto and his team have a private discussion in the royal palace while loosening their tense feelings.
"It's been a while, Isla. Or should I say nice to meet you?
I didn't ask for details earlier, straight to the point, do you remember playing Eternal Nations with Takuto-sama?"
Atou is sharply staring at Isla.
Although it not the brink of war, she is a loyal vassal who always ready to move any time if needed.
The image of a guard dog barking next to her master slipped into Isla's mind. She smiles with facial muscles that are different from humans.
"Oh, Atou-chan is so enthusiastic. You are desperately want to protect Takuto-sama. that's cute, I'll pet you."
Isla seems happy and giggled. She moved her secondary arm and stroked Atou's head.
Atou surprised and shook it off to protect her mussed up hair.
She puffs out her cheeks, distorting her serious expression. She is feeling uncomfortable and losing her battle spirits.
"Hey! Stop it! Answer the question!"
"She's really a stiff child. But that's her good part. By the way, the answer is YES. The time I spend with Takuto is all in my heart. Isn't that natural?"
While stroking Atou head, Isla's gaze was fixed on Takuto.
Her gaze seemed to say, "I am your loyal servant".
Even though the only time they spent together was in the virtual world, her loyalty would never change ....
Takuto was a little touched by her attitude.
At first, he thought that Atou, who came to this world together with him, is the only person who remembered him.
However, according to Isla's story, it seems that the other heroes also remember Takuto.
And they all cherish the time they spent together with Takuto, and they still acknowledge him as the king, even here in the world outside the game.
There is a very nostalgic and sentimental feeling in Takuto's heart that made him think of his long-time friends.
However, since Mynoghra's hero units were powerful, they were more like bad friends than old friends.
Takuto took his mind off the other heroes who had very troublesome personalities and setting,
He shifted his eyes to Isla that he just summoned to this world.
"Yeah, that's right! When there is an enemy with a skill composition that can blocks Atou's ability or his battle strength is higher than Atou's. When such an enemy appears, and we get stuck, I will use Isla's physical quantity operation to cut the opponent's national power."
When it comes to games, Takuto talks very fluently.
They are talking about their nostalgic memories and keep digging up their memories of those fun days.
Atou, who desperately fixed her messy hair, joined in, and after that, they talked about "Eternal Nations" for a while.
However, although such memories are pleasant to be discussed, Isla remembers what she had to do first.
When their lively conversation over Takuto and Atou took a breath, Isla suggested what they should do first.
"By the way, my Lord. It's about time - would you please tell this Isla about the situation? If you didn't give me any explanation I'll be sad."
"Oh! That's right! Sorry, I'll quickly explain then."
It was impossible to know what her compound eye was reflecting - but it was clear that she is still confused.
That's why when talking about the game, she occasionally looked around as if she were checking her surroundings.
The current royal palace is different from the Mynoghra royal palace in the game. The dark elves' culture is strongly expressed in building architecture and decoration.
The unfamiliar sight would make her feel a little uncomfortable.
However, Takuto has to get her used to it quickly.
Takuto is thinking of spending as much time as possible with Isla to quickly getting her accustomed to this country.
"Please wait, Takuto-sama!
We don't know yet if Isla will be loyal and serve you properly, so please wait a little longer before explaining the situation to her.
We need more time to investigate her! "
"Its okay, Atou-chan. I understand, Isla won't take Takuto-sama from you."
"Grrr!"
Takuto also wishes they could get along with each other sooner...
The heroes are basically selfish beings. It was explained in the game settings, and troubles between heroes are often drawn in the inserted short stories.
There is something that makes Atou dislike her and criticizes Isla.
Fortunately, Isla can stay calm and respond to her casually.
But, her response only makes Atou more irritated...
Takuto sighs, looking at his troublesome heroes. He claps his hands and stopped the brewing conflict.
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"I see, so that's what happened..."
When Isla heard the whole situation from Takuto, she was a little surprised.
As the queen of bugs, she was both astonished and confused.
To be honest, she had no idea what was going on.
She convinces herself that there must be some meaning for her existence here.
"Honestly, there was many thing that I didn't know, but thanks to Atou, I managed to get here."
"That's not true. I was able to do my best because Takuto-sama standby me.
If I had come to this place alone, I would drown by the despair and die."
"*not even a dog will eat."
Takuto and Atou have entered their own world.
Isla vaguely remembers their past in "Eternal Nation". She remembers that Atou is Ira Takuto's favorite hero unit.
Getting along with each other like this is good, but being always in this condition isn't good either.
However, Isla did not comment further on that. There were more important things she had to do.
There was no denying that she would be under Takuto's control.
Isla, the Queen of Bugs, is here to assist him in reaching his goal. That power is for Mynoghra and their great leader Ira Takuto.
"Anyway, I understand the strategy and master's desire to build a peaceful country in this mysterious land. Although I am just a minion, I hope I can help you fulfill that ambition."
Isla shows her loyalty and respectful gratitude to Takuto. Takuto assures her that she'll be fine and ordered her to carry out the strategy.
"Isla, you will be in charge of Mynoghra defense."
"Oh? Are you sure, my Lord?"
Isla mysteriously tilts her neck and questions her master's decision.
She's still a newcomer.
Unlike Atou, Isla is the first hero to be summoned in this real world.
A hero who still has some unknown part, is it okay for her to be placed in a critical position in national defense? She is questioning Takuto's decision.
Of course, Isla herself had no intention to do foolish acts like treason. Still, it seemed a bit hasty that Takuto makes such a decision at this stage.
"I believe in you."
Isla can't read Takuto's facial expression. She is not sure what Ira Takuto is thinking about her.
Like Atou, she only knows Takuto when he plays the game on his sickbed.
Therefore, she also understood Takuto's personality and preferences to some extent. She intended to understand his behavior and way of thinking, but ....that doesn't mean she knows all of them.
In Isla's eyes, Ira Takuto looked like a black-painted doll.
Anyway, her thoughts immediately switch to the orders given to her.
The reason why Isla was entrusted with the defence of Mynoghra is simple.
She is not a battle hero.
Of course, she can become a battle hero if her level goes up. She can become stronger by acquiring various skills as a level-up bonus.
However, her real value is the skill "Bug Reproduction" that can secure infinite combat units and labor units. She also has a unique skill that increases the combat power of all insect units by +2.
Since her special skill affects all insects in the world, insect units that belong to other countries will also be strengthened. Still, the nation that using insect units is rare, so there is virtually no demerit.
Therefore, the basic strategy is to stay in her own country, boost national power with labor bugs, spawn combat bugs, and boost their strengths.
She is a hero who showed her real value in defense.
And there is a hero in Mynoghra who showed its real value in the offensive.
"I'm so touched with the trust that the Lord has given to me. Then, the force to be dispatched to Fawncaven is ..."
"Uh, I'm lonely!"
Of course, the one who will be sent to Fawncaven is the lone and dispirited girl.
If Isla, Queen of All Bugs, is the hero of the defense, then the offense's hero is Atou the Sludge.
Although Atou initial ability is weak, her skill that can rob the opponent's skill is brutal.
Particularly against an opponent with relatively low battle power, such as barbarians
It can be said that it is an easy way to level up because she can take away enemy skills with low risk.
The barbarians have useful skills such as "superhuman strength", "regeneration power", and "outdoor activities" that will strengthen her battle power.
Even if Fawncaven betrays them, she would be able to quickly retreat to Daijukai.
Because Takuto and Atou can always talk with each other through telepathy, there won't be any communication problems.
Sending Atou as reinforcements was a natural decision.
However, how Takuto and Atou feel about that is another story.
Even though they can talk telepathically, it's a temporary farewell.
Because of Takuto's communication disorder, he always depends on Atou to manage the country.
Atou's absence is a big challenge for him, as he has to give orders to various people on his own. At the same time, Atou must conduct operations in a mentally stressful environment separated from her beloved Takuto.
It feels like a lion cub being dropped on a cliff by his parent.
However, the trials cannot be avoided.
They must press down their own feeling and act like a real demon. Takuto just made a difficult decision for Atou and for himself.
"I will be lonely, too. But I can only count on you."
Their eyes meet, and their feelings overlap with each other.
Even without telepathy, the two understood each other's feelings.
And when that feeling reaches its peak, the two rushed to each other.
"Takuto-sama!"
"Atou!"
They embrace each other warmly.
They seriously feel sad as if it is going to be a long life farewell.
Even if this decision aims to strengthen their weak heart
and particularly Takuto's communication disorder issue, but....
"*Not even a dog will eat."
While watching the situation, Isla was worried about whether it would be okay. She ignores that feeling and focuses on her own mission.
"Fufufu, anyway I will be your shield."
Isla happily giggling, Isla was grateful for the miracle that just happened. Previously she was only data in the game, and now she had come to life.
Like Atou, she didn't know what had happened to herself.
But she fully understands what she has to do.
At the will of the great Takuto Ira, she will do her best to make this new game enjoyable for her master...
She intended to fulfill her role with all her heart.
"Leave it to this Isla. Let's gather all the insects in this world and answer my Lord wishes."
Now, how this game going to proceed?
Isla had no idea how long her lord gameplay would last,
She decided to watch over Takuto's actions with mother's compassion.
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Translator note:
犬も食いません
"*Inu mo kuimasen-ne" (not even a dog will eat)
One should not interfere;
Avoided by everybody;
Disliked by everybody;
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𝗘𝗽𝗶𝘀𝗼𝗱𝗲 𝟮𝟴 [𝗦𝗶𝗱𝗲 𝘀𝘁𝗼𝗿𝘆]: 𝗧𝗵𝗲 𝗱𝗲𝗰𝗶𝘀𝗶𝗼𝗻𝘀 𝗼𝗳 𝘁𝗵𝗲 𝘀𝘁𝗮𝗳𝗳 𝗯𝗲𝗮𝗿𝗲𝗿𝘀
Tonukapoli returned to Crescent Moon, the capital of Fawncaven.
She immediately called all the staff bearers to held a Fawncaven leaders meeting. She explained everything to them without miss any details.
At first, the other staff bearers were shocked, but when the story got to the part about Ira Takuto, everyone fell silent. The atmosphere was quiet and awkward; only the voice of Tonukapoli can be heard.
Everyone looked like they were biting worms. Clearly, there is confusion and bitterness on their faces.
Eventually, Tonukapoli's story reaches the last part, where they make an alliance with Mynoghra. Tonukapoli left Pepe to manage the Dragon Town, and she back to the capital city to inform the elders.
An unpleasant silence filled the place.
All the elders were silent and deep in thought.
Even though Tonukapoli was prepared to face criticism or accusations, this silence felt very uncomfortable for her.
The silence that seemed to last forever eventually came to an end. The human staff bearer, who also the mediator in the Elderly group, slowly spoke.
"Well, I don't know what to say."
After he spoke, the other staff bearers also speak similar words to express their mind.
Most of those are empty words, such as "we are in trouble" or "what's going on."
Even the most senior staff bearers who studied for years and have tons of experience cannot make an immediate decision on this situation.
"From the beginning I never expect anything from the Idiot Pepe's, but you…it just too rush to make such decision."
"Huh! Too rush?! Do you understand our situation? We don't have any choice. If I hadn't asked them to help us, the Dragon Town would have fallen within a few days."
"Uhh….."
Maybe they were too old, or perhaps they had too many things to protect.
However, Tonukapoli realized that the staff bearers were too slow to analyze and make decisions as leaders,
She planned to immediately raise her position in this place right now.
Tonukapoli also understood that her actions were not quite right in their eyes.
However, she made this decision for the survival of her homeland country and sure the decision is right.
At least a decision has been made, and things are starting to move.
If she is too concerned about small details such as matters of accountability and so on, maybe she will make a big mistake and endanger this country even more.
"Aren't you being manipulated? And I've heard many stories about the devil cunning from my dead grandfather.
The old wolf's staff bearer asks in a slightly violent tone.
Although he has a rough temper like a carnivore, he is also a staff bearer with sharp instinct.
Tonukapoli smiled when she heard that.
"I don't see it that way myself, and the meeting was sincere. What all of you think of that?"
"Stay still for a while."
The lizard staff bearer quietly raises his staff.
The tip of his staff glows faintly, and at the same time, a tingling sensation cover Tonukapoli's body, and a faint animal smell flows through the area.
Small omnivorous beasts with an excellent sense of smell are said to detect foreign enemies. This detection magic borrowed the ancestor spirit's power.
"......"
All eyes turned to the lizard's staff bearer.
Even Tonukapoli afraid that the possibility might be real and waiting for his response.
The lizard staff bearer takes a moment and carefully examine Tonukapoli.
Fawncaven believes in the spirit of the earth and nature.
The top staff bearer in their history using this magic.
It is no exaggeration to describe it as the highest detection magic that they can use at present.
"I can't feel anything. Or the spell is too complex that we can't even notice it..."
After hearing his words, they all feel relief and let out a sigh.
If it turned out that Tonukapoli had been manipulated, there is no hope for Dragon Town and Pepe, who left behind there.
Everyone in that place was relieved to know that the worst possibility was not happening.
However, they are still facing a difficult situation. The fact that Tonukapoli wasn't being manipulated poses further challenges.
"It would be easier to understand if they were just trying to manipulate us. The King of Ruin wants to get along with us. I have a headache, I don't know how to deal with that."
"King of Ruin ... Hey, if that's true that would be really scary."
The elder who acts as the mediator crosses his arms while looking up at the ceiling.
There are various supernatural beings in this world.
They rarely appear, but they usually bring chaos to the human world when they show up.
Therefore, the staff bearers never doubted its existence. However, when Tonukapoli told them about the King of ruin, they can't even imagine his appearance or predict his action.
"When you actually see it, you won't be able to stand. Old people like you would be shocked to death! "
"I'm sorry to hear that."
"But what we going to do? A staff bearer has went out control and the conversation has gone this far. We can't turn it over now? "
The wolf staff bearer forcibly returned the flow of conversation to its original course.
Nobody thinks this is Tonukapoli's own responsibility.
It would be a lie to say that there is nothing to worry about. There is sympathy in the other staff bearer's heart because they also don't know what kind of decision they would make if they were in the same situation.
Above all, they could not afford to spend time on such things now. A leader often has to hold back his own emotions.
"If we can't believe Mynoghra, we can tell Qualia everything and ask for their help."
"Oioi, after Mynoghra then is Qualia the next one? How many times do you want to be manipulated before you satisfied?"
While laughing, the beast staff bearer replied Tanukapoli with a joke.
"A group of demi human can live a human life only by obeying the law of God."
"Qualia's arrogant and nonsense pastors don't dare to call us the savage tribe, but you should praise me for not break the neck of those rotten missionaries."
"If we didn't stop you, you would have eaten them all? That's why you're called a barbarian."
"Huh! My ancestors were carnivores! But I couldn't possibly eat rotten meats like that!"
While seeing the two staff bearers making a fuss about it, the mediator staff bearer sighed.
Qualia is well known for discriminating against races other than humans and elf.
In the first place, they don't even think of it as discrimination.
From the bottom of their heart, they believe that demi-human is a stupid race that is pathetic and should be saved.
How to build a friendly relationship without equal footing?
Refusal is the emotion the Fawncaven staff bearers felt from them. No, it was an emotion that most Fawncaven peoples have.
"You see my point here? There is no other option. Can you see the bright future if we cooperate with Qualia? They will treat us like livestock and just make use of us. "
"Well, that's true."
"That's right, that's right."
After all, there was nothing else I could do.
Only by making rational decisions can the benefits of accepting the cooperation of Mynoghra become apparent.
In the end, there was nothing else they could do.
If they think it rationally, accepting Mynoghra's cooperation is more profitable.
Besides, Pepe decided that it was a good idea.
Emotional aspects aside, there is no denying that this is the most reasonable choice.
"For now. Let's put off the Qualia jokes for a while. Now regarding Mynoghra, it would be nice to have their help."
The meeting finally continued in the right direction.
They all accepted the idea of working with Mynoghra.
Under normal conditions, it was not surprising that the situation would become even more confusing. The story that Tonkapoli brought home really shocked them.
But somehow, there was a strange belief in their minds. They believe that everything will be fine.
Until the end, they did not realize the miraculous phenomenon that had happened to them.
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"I will summarize the story."
The mediator claps his hands.
The meeting took a long time to make a decision, but in the end, they confirmed the agreement between Mynoghra and Fawncaven.
In the future, other staff bearers may also be involved in negotiations with the Mynoghra, but this will be far in the future because currently, they still busy defending the city.
But there was a glimmer of hope. If they can get Mynoghra help to defend Dragon Town, they can focus on Fawncaven defense and start counterattack operations.
Besides, they still have a dragon vein hole.
Although it is a regrettable story that Mynoghra found out about the dragon vein hole, there are some benefits.
It seems that Mynoghra has already established a way to use the massive mana that blows out of the dragon vein hole.
If so, it will be a powerful trump card for both countries when ready.
The reason for the barbarian outbreak is still unknown, but now they can investigate the cause and prepare the countermeasure.
The only concern is, what is Mynoghra's real intention?
"In the end we can only go with the flow."
"I'm worried about Pepe. I wonder if he's doing okay?"
"I'm more worried that kid will bothering other people there...."
"But I'm sure Pepe will do fine."
Before they realize it, the staff bearers were all talking about Pepe.
The best successor they are proud of. Pepe is the candidate that will become their great leader in the future.
If it's Pepe, like usual, maybe he will survive from this difficult situation with his stupidity and personality that always can't read the situation.
Everyone in that place vaguely has the same thinking ...
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"By the way, Tonukapoli."
"Hmm? What?"
"Your skin looks brighter. Did they feed you delicious food there?"
"Ugh ..."
Tonukapoli was afraid that she would be interrogated about the food served in Mynoghra.
During the meeting, she tried to distract them by putting on a serious face from the start to the end. Still, she couldn't escape the observation of the veterans with long military service.