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Chapter 40 - Unwavering

Kazumi, Lucas and Leo soon arrived stood before dense foliage. They entered maneuvering through the tall English oaks that blocked out nearly all sunlight. Every step muffled the sound of fallen leaves, along with the earthy aroma of moss and damp soil. "It's really peaceful here...",Leo commented. "It's just the calm before the storm." Lucas added, shrugging. "Are these Ponies really that bad?" "You'll see it for yourself."

They continued to traverse the woodland until they came to a colossal wooden wall, similar to Howling's. The gates, however were made from sculpted stone the color of graphite. A peculiar emblem was etched into the center of the gate, the head frame of a horse, with three vine like projections shooting out from behind it. Leo, mesmerized, blurted out,"That's incredible...." "Lucas, Leo. Get ready...were going in...." With that, Kazumi with his strength alone, pushed against the towering stone walls, giving them passage into the base."How'd you do that-.." "Don't underestimate the Captain, Leo. He's much stronger than you think. Now come on, Let's go in." Lucas shoved Leo into the camp and followed right behind him."You've got to be kidding....." "I know....."

The sight inside those walls were a marvel. An enormous castle sculpted out of stone and other ubiquitous minerals stood as a centerpiece. Streams of crystalline waters meandered through the landscape, reflecting the vibrant hues of surroundings flowers. Lushly huts nestled delicately around the castle, home to enchanting women, who wore darkcloaks of pink and black stripes. Some of the women bathe in the river, the sun illuminating their forms, whiles others went about various household activities.

"Th-this place is--",Leo stuttered as he marveled at the scene. Lucas giggled lightly before turning to Leo, "That's right. Pink Ponies faction....is a girl's only camp." A few of the women approached Kazumi and requested to escort him to the leader. "Oberlin, Lucas, Let's go. Stay close." Kazumi made his way towards the castle like structure as the others followed behind. The women stared at them with alluring gazes that turned Leo's cheeks red. Ignoring the stares, he conversed with Lucas," These people seem really calm. Are they not threatened by us? I thought they'd treat us with a lot more hostility, considering we just barged in here..." "Howling and the Ponies have a neutral relationship. We don't like each other....but we don't hate each other either. The one thing we have in common is that we despise O.R.C.A. That's the only reason we can tolerate each other. That's also the only reason why The Captain thinks the leader of the Ponies will take up this proposal...The final Showdown." Leo considered what he had just heard. "I hope this all goes perfectly....If the leaders of O.R.C.A or Ponies refuse this offer....Asahi's plan will fail. I have to do everything I can...To makes sure this mission is successful!"