Suka, awakened by the first rays of the sun, goes to the window. He opens it to welcome the fresh morning air and take full advantage of the soft rays that bathe his face. The day begins, imbued with calm and light.
Suka, after waking up the other members, heads towards Merphis' room. Opening the door, he discovers that the window is wide open and that Merphis is lying on the ground , Merphis, after Suka pours extremely cold water on him, points out that it has no effect on him. He suggests Suka drink the water to quench his thirst. Suka remains completely stunned by this revelation . Suka, intrigued by the situation, questions Merphis about sleeping on the floor with the window open. Merphis simply explains that he opened the window to admire the glow of the moon the night before, adding a mystical touch to his enigmatic behavior.
Suka comes out of Merphis' room. Merphis gets up, takes a shirt, and goes to shower before going to eat. After he's finished, he walks into the dining room and sits down at his table. Baru, Miya, Suka, as well as Yamero, are already present.
- Suka: By the way, how long have you been awake?
Merphis: I'd say 20 minutes before you arrive.
Suka: Come on, come have your lunch.
Merphis : I'll come, I'll get ready and I'll join you.
Suka comes out of Merphis' room. Merphis gets up, takes a shirt, and goes to shower before going to eat. After he's finished, he walks into the dining room and sits down at his table. Baru, Miya, Suka, as well as Yamero, are already present.
Merphis asks Miya how Maki is doing. Miya replies that the problem hasn't changed and that Maki is still unconscious. Suka then says that they must do something to help Maki recover from this scourge.
- Baru wonders: "Is there any way to neutralize this evil spell that is holding her back?"
- Yamero adds: "We can't stand by and do nothing. If we can do something for Maki, we must do it."
- Miya reflects, "The key lies in the alchemical components of Griselda's spell. If we can know them, we can craft an antidote."
- Merphis, determined, offers: "I can go spy on Griselda, she has a slaughterhouse where she experiments with her spells. I will obtain the necessary information."
- Suka, worried, said, "But it's dangerous, Merphis. Promise me you'll be careful."
- Merphis assures, "I'll make sure to return with the necessary information to help Maki. Take care while I'm gone."
- Yamero concludes: "Let's go together. You never know what can happen."
- Suka refuses and tells Yamero to stay with Baru, Miya and Maki.
- Suka explains: "We have to divide ourselves to act better. Yamero, stay here with Baru and Miya. I will accompany Merphis to make sure he is not in danger alone. We will meet again soon."
- Yamero, although hesitant, agrees: "Okay, you two be careful. We're counting on you."
Merphis and Suka prepare to leave for the delicate mission of spying on Griselda.
Baru, interrupting the discussion, turns on the television, and the announcement of the master corporal of the Japanese army sounds. "I inform you that yesterday the Ginza district was attacked by a ferocious flame-breathing creature. It deliberately committed inhumane attacks. That is why we are launching a hunt for this creature, and the bounty on its head is 35 million yen. Good luck gentlemen." The announcement cuts off abruptly, leaving a tense silence in the room.
- Suka asks, "How could such a creature end up in our country?"
- Baru replies, "Surely it must be someone who has lost control over their mythical power."
- Yamero adds, "It's possible, but either way, this creature becomes one more threat to our society."
- Miya criticizes, "The government doesn't respond to the destruction and robbing of poor people, but when nobles are attacked, it screams scandal. It's really pathetic."
- Suka mentions that mercenaries, bounty hunters, will likely be mobilized to eliminate the threat.
- Baru asks, "Should we take part in this witch hunt?"
- Miya replies, "Absolutely not, maybe it's a trap to lure us into their net."
- Suka said, "Let's not forget our main mission, we need to find information on Griselda's alchemical component to create an antidote to help Maki."
- Merphis replies, "You're absolutely right, we need to focus on that."
Lunch ends, and everyone goes about their personal business before going on their mission.
Merphis is lying alone in his room, constantly throwing a baseball and catching it to pass the time.
Suddenly Suka opens the room and enters the room. He sits on the chair in front of Merphis' bed.
- Suka said, "Merphis, you're having trouble with your mythic power, is it possible that you're the one behind this?"
- Merphis replies, "Absolutely not, I remember very well what I was doing last night, and that was sleeping."
- Suka retorts, "You might not remember at all what happened to you during your transfiguration, that's very common."
- Merphis Scream and Say "I tell you no, Suka, I am not behind these vile acts. I would never be capable of such atrocities, ever."
Miya, through the microphones built into their ears, asks everyone on the team to join her in the computer room right away. Miya explains the news by showing a video of Griselda who has just arrived at a hotel, accompanied by the senator from Japan. The team members carefully observe the scene on the screen.
- A surprised Suka comments: "It's strange, it's noon, and Griselda happens to be in a hotel accompanied by a senator. That's definitely hiding something."
- Miya replies: "Actually, the extremist organization is trying to open some kind of company that produces sophisticated robots."
- Baru asks: "Sophisticated robots? What is this crazy."
- Miya exclaims, "I don't really have a lot of information on this, but it's basically it."
- Merphis adds: "It's the perfect time, a national event. There will surely be plenty of people there, which will make our mission easier."
- Baru comments: "Merphis is right, now is the time. You have incredible luck, but stay on your guard even if the situation seems to our advantage."
- Miya replies: "Baru is absolutely right, but hurry and go before Griselda leaves."
The minutes pass after this meeting, Suka and Merphis prepare for their part by taking all the arrangements offered by Miya to help them in this mission. Merphis and Suka are ready. Suka is equipped with very advanced devices and a technological weapon that shoots red rays. Merphis, preferring his traditional methods, that is to say his saber, completely refutes the weapons proposed by Miya.
Merphis and Suka decide not to take a vehicle so as not to reveal their headquarters, but also not to attract the attention of the authorities. Merphis teleports with Suka, Merphis and Suka find themselves in the heart of a lively neighborhood, surrounded by the opulence of the elites. The streets sparkle with luxury, passers-by stroll around dressed in refined suits and high-end furs. Ultra-luxurious cars line the avenues, testifying to the high status of this part of the city. Merphis, with his dark appearance and Suka equipped with high-tech devices, blend strangely into this picture of opulence, ready to continue their mission in the shadows of this golden reality.
Armed with the valuable information provided by Miya, Merphis and Suka stand in front of the illustrious hotel. Miya's call rings in their ears, revealing her successful hacking of the facility's computer network. Miya registered them as special guests, giving them privileged access. With the digital cards provided by Miya in hand, the two friends prepare to infiltrate the hotel under the cover of this new identity. Inside the hotel, Merphis and Suka deftly navigate through security checks, taking advantage of the ingenuity of the digital maps provided by Miya. Managing to overcome each obstacle, they now head towards the reception, striving to maintain the appearance of legitimate guests while keeping their true mission in the shadows.
- The man at the reception: Good evening, gentlemen. How can I help you ? Your names, please?
- Suka: We are Mr. Saito and Mr. Fukuza.
- The man at the reception: Ah, of course! You are our distinguished guests. You have room 234. Feel free to move around the hotel.
- Suka: Thank you very much.
- The man at the reception: Before you go upstairs, what can I offer you? A good wine, a whiskey perhaps, or do you prefer fruit juice?
- Suka: We'll have a good whiskey.
- Merphis: For my part, a glass of juice would be perfect.
- The man at the reception: Very good, your order, with additional food, will be delivered to your room. Have a pleasant stay.
Merphis and Suka go up in an elevator and arrive at the top of the skyscraper. Looking out the window, they see an incredible view. Then, a hotel employee escorts them to their room.
- Merphis: Could you tell us where the event announced by Griselda regarding the robotics company is taking place?
The employee replies that there will be some sort of conference led by Griselda to present her project.
The hotel worker reveals to them that their room is right next to Griselda's.
- Merphis, whispering to Suka: We are incredibly lucky. Let's remain discreet and observe carefully.
Suka insists that they wait a while before spying on Griselda.
Merphis replies that he can become invisible and enter Griselda's room to observe her more discreetly.
Suka exclaims that it's really dangerous and too risky.
Merphis assures him that he will be able to manage without being spotted by anyone.
Suka accepts, and enters the room, while Merphis turns invisible.
Miya and Merphis communicate through the communication device attached to her ear.
Merphis asks Miya to unlock the code to Griselda's room, which is blocked with a code.
Miya informs Merphis to give her a few seconds to open the room.
Merphis manages to successfully unlock the room and enters it. The room is luxurious, full of sophisticated gadgets, and above all, guards are present everywhere: in the bathroom, the library, the terrace, the dining room, and even the living room.
- Merphis said to himself: "But it's really annoying to be so surrounded."
Merphis moves quietly in the room, no guard manages to detect him. Despite the presence of cameras monitoring every corner of the room, Merphis remains imperceptible, escaping constant surveillance.
Merphis wanders into the living room where two guards stand guard outside the door. He meticulously inspects every corner of the room. Just as he is about to leave the living room, one of the guards receives a call. Promptly, the guard walks to the living room wall and moves a brick slightly, revealing a facial recognition device. After a brief analysis, the device allows entry to the guard. Taking advantage of this opportunity, Merphis slips into the secret passage, determined to discover what secrets Griselda might hold.
Merphis follows the guard into the secret passage, down a long series of dark steps, populated by bats and rats. They finally reach an elevator. Merphis slips in with the guard, and the elevator begins an even deeper descent, hinting at secrets buried in the mysterious depths of Griselda's business.
Merphis and the guard emerge from the elevator to discover a disturbing scene. Human bodies are immersed in enormous vats filled with a purple liquid mixed with black. Researchers, equipped with notebooks and assisted by robots, meticulously examine the submerged human subjects. The atmosphere is thick with mystery and disquiet, raising questions about the sinister experiments taking place in this secret location.
Merphis, remaining invisible, watches silently from the shadows. The guard, ignoring his presence, walks towards a cabin upstairs, revealing Griselda who is carefully monitoring the scientists' work. The scene confirms growing suspicions that Griselda is involved in strange and potentially dangerous experiments.
The scientists rush to free one of the humans from the tanks, obeying Griselda's orders. A man, still unconscious, is carefully lifted out of the purple solution. An ethereal glow surrounds her hands, and she attempts to channel her spell onto the lying man. The scientists watch in anticipation, wondering what mystical power Griselda will manifest.
Griselda's eyes light up a bright red, crossed by dark lights that wind like smoke. With a powerful gesture, she imbues her spell into the victim. Within seconds, the man stands up, his now scarlet eyes emitting a sinister glow. He humbly bows before Griselda, testifying to the success of his occult power.
- The white-haired man, elegantly dressed in a suit, approaches Griselda, probably her right hand, and asks her: "Lady Griselda, what effect does your spell have and how does it work?"
- Griselda turns to the man in question and responds in a confident voice: "I imbue some of my enchanted shadows into the bodies of my targets to control them. When the target has no alchemical energy, he "It's very easy to control them, and the spell spreads in a few seconds. However, if the target has alchemical energies, it will be more difficult, and the spell will take a long time to take effect."
- The white-haired man then asks, "How much exactly, Lady Griselda?"
- Griselda responds with an enigmatic smile: "I would say between 4 and 10 days. It can be much more, depending on the target and its power."
Merphis, wasting no time, uses her dragon eye to analyze the alchemical circuitry infused into the body of the man controlled by Griselda. With remarkable precision, his eye pierces alchemical mysteries, discovering the weak points of the spell. After careful analysis, Merphis manages to detect a backlash, a flaw in the control exercised by Griselda. He realizes he finally found a way to save Maki
- Griselda: Scientist Nao, how is research progressing to create genetically modified humans?
- Nao: Lady Griselda, I manage to easily modify the human body, imbuing it with a circuit that promotes the circulation of alchemical energy.
- White-Haired Man: It's nice to be able to do that, but can they transform if you infuse spells into their bodies?
- Griselda: That's an interesting question. I'll test it right away.
(Griselda conjures a macabre grimoire into her hands and prepares to perform the test.)
Griselda opens the grimoire, releasing gray shadows that escape to envelop the man already under her control. With a calculated move, scientist Nao selects another human, presenting his body to the grimoire which also touches him, infusing the mysterious energy. The shadows seem to move with evil intent, creating a dark atmosphere in the room. Griselda, accompanied by the white-haired man, carefully observes the effects of this genetic manipulation, ready to exploit these new creations for her mysterious purposes.
The two men struck by this mysterious spell begin to scream horribly in pain, their screams echoing throughout the room. The pain seems intense, and after a few excruciating seconds, they pass out. The room regains an apparent calm, but the shadow of the unknown still looms, leaving a feeling of worry about the consequences of this genetic experimentation carried out by Griselda and the scientist Nao.
- **Amadeus:** All this effort, Nao, and nothing to show for it. This operation is a total failure.
- **Nao:** You are wrong, Amadeus. My genetic manipulations are not to blame. The spells may simply be too powerful for a human. No test succeeds the first time, you know that.
- **Griselda:** (calm) If it worked. The spell has integrated the body. All that remains is to wait a few moments before their transformation is completely complete. Patience, Amadeus.
Merphis, aware that Griselda is about to do something inhumane, receives Suka's call at the same time.
- **Suka:** What are you waiting for? The conference will start in a few seconds, hurry up.
- **Merphis:** I'm coming, Suka. I have golden information. And most importantly, I managed to obtain the necessary information about Griselda's fate. Maki is saved.
- **Suka:** That's really great news. Now hurry up and come, I'll be waiting for you.
Merphis follows in the footsteps of Griselda and her subjects as they leave the secret lair. Finally arriving at the room, he takes advantage of the moment when the door is left open by Griselda and joins his friend who is waiting for him inside.
- Suka: "Merphis, you finally found some information to help Maki, right?"
- Merphis: "Yes, that's it, but more than that, I found out what Griselda is up to."
- Suka: "What? What do you mean?"
- Merphis: "Griselda is creating genetically modified humans for purposes that are still unclear."
- Suka: "Genetically engineered humans? What the fuck is this nonsense?"
- Merphis: "She stores humans in machines that contain a purple liquid imbued with black color, and then she uses a spellbook to enchant them."
- Suka: "She camouflages her macabre act under her pseudo-company which creates sophisticated robots. What a calamity, this woman."
- Merphis: "Exactly, that's it, Suka."
- Suka: "If she's doing this, she must surely be planning a terrorist attack during the conference."
- Merphis: "It's possible. Let's go to this conference room and find out."
The attentive hotel worker was waiting just outside the door to Merphis and Suka's room. She deftly guides them through the hallways to the conference room. Upon entering, they discovered an imposing audience of more than 5,000 people, made up of senators, high-ranking officers and even seasoned entrepreneurs from Japan. The atmosphere is electric, every eye turned towards the stage, ready to welcome Griselda who is about to speak.
Griselda enters a few seconds later, dressed in a graceful and elegant outfit which immediately attracts the attention of the assembly, except that of Merphis and Suka, who remain vigilant. Draped in extremely expensive fur, she takes the stage and positions herself in front of the microphone, ready to speak to the attentive audience. Several thousand flashes crackle, the cameras capturing the image of Griselda. The best journalists from around the world are present, ready to document this international event.
- Griselda begins her speech:
Ladies and gentlemen, distinguished guests, I address you today on behalf of a visionary company committed to redefining the future of our society. Welcome to this presentation of our company dedicated to the creation of sophisticated robots.
In this ever-changing world, our goal is clear: harness technology to transcend current limitations and deliver innovative solutions that improve everyone's daily lives. We envision a future where seamless collaboration between humans and robots will redefine the standards of efficiency, safety and support.
Imagine medical robots capable of assisting doctors in complex tasks, thereby increasing the speed of diagnoses and the precision of interventions. At the same time, our police robots will help strengthen public safety by effectively monitoring sensitive areas and reducing risks for our law enforcement officers.
But our vision does not stop there. We believe in creating robots that go beyond their simple functional utility. Robotic companions designed to accompany and support individuals in their daily lives, whether it be household chores, elderly care or simple social interactions.
Today, we invite you to embrace this technological revolution, to support our quest for a future where human-machine collaboration becomes the norm, bringing tangible benefits to society as a whole. We are proud to be at the forefront of this innovation which will mark a major turning point in the history of humanity. Thank you for accompanying us on this adventure towards a more sophisticated and harmonious future.
Griselda, delighted by the audience's ovation and the flashes, smiled confidently, greeting the assembly. The applause resonates like a symphony of recognition for this bold vision of a future where technology redefines our daily lives.
As the excitement persists in the room, Merphis and Suka watch closely, aware of Griselda's double life and the dark designs behind the light show. They remain on guard, ready to reveal the truth and prevent any evil plan from coming to fruition.
- Merphis alerts Suka of the imminent threat: "Suka, I have a bad feeling. I sense two evil presences heading straight for us."
Before Suka could finish his sentence, a huge monster with multiple rows of teeth, skeletal wings, and a body wrapped in bandages like a mummy burst out of the walls, causing panic in the room. Confusion and terror grip the assembly as the two heroes prepare to face this new, unexpected threat.
The chaos reaches a fever pitch as the first monster mercilessly devours the people in the room, emitting terrifying screams. Meanwhile, a second monster with cylindrical shapes, multiple eyes and sharp mandibles appears at the exit door. He joins the killing spree by violently attacking those present, devouring them as if they were simple cookies. Screams of horror and terror echo through the room as the nightmare unfolds before the frightened eyes of those desperately trying to escape. Suka and Merphis, armed with determination, prepare to face these demonic creatures to protect the innocent.
Merphis reacted with impressive speed, drawing his saber and pouncing on the first monster. It generates a shockwave of remarkable power, propelling the creature out of the room through the window. Without wasting time, he follows the monster as it falls. At the same time, Suka jumps out of the window to confront the second monster that is chasing him , They threw themselves from the top of a 571 meter skyscraper.
- Suka said to Merphis, "I wasn't going to let you have fun like that alone, you bastard." Suka throws this sentence at Merphis with a mixture of humor and camaraderie, emphasizing their complicity in this critical situation. The two heroes stand ready to face the monsters and protect the people threatened by this unexpected attack.
- Merphis cried, "Which one is the ugliest, Suka?"
- Suka responds, "Mine is so ugly, why this question?"
- Merphis said, "For the ugliest must die first. I'll let you begin the hostilities."
- Suka replies, "But it's not a refusal, comrade."
Suka, with his summoning power, summons a lady with a hidden face who has a sword. She rushes towards the monster and decapitates it without wasting any time, reducing it into several pieces , The creature summoned by Suka grabs him, and he manages to cling to the window of the building without falling.
Suka says, "Okay, Merphis, now your turn" and the two high-five each other.
Merphis, with his ability to fly, rushes towards the monster which also flies towards Merphis.
Merphis cuts off the monster's right wing as well as its right arm, causing the monster to scream in pain and bleed profusely. The monster, having been unbalanced, is hanging by a thread. Merphis uses his spell, firing a beam of plasma at the monster and disintegrating it completely, leaving no trace behind.
Memphis approaches Suka while flying.
- Suka says, "It was a breeze, I must say you're doing well."
- Merphis replies, "Yeah, you could say that, and you're doing pretty good for a summoner too."
- Suka says, "You..." Before Suka even finishes his sentence, a spear thrown out of nowhere comes between them and creates a huge shockwave that separates Merphis and Suka. Merphis manages to protect herself from the impact, as does Suka.
Merphis, alerted by the movement, turns his gaze towards Suka and notices with amazement that a gigantic hand passes through the windows, grabbing both Suka and his creature in its colossal palm to bring them back inside the building. The surreal scene arouses growing concern in Merphis about the nature of this new threat which seems to defy all the laws of reality.
Merphis, displaying remarkable agility, skillfully dodges the fatal blow aimed at his neck, counterattacking with lightning speed. However, his opponent manages to block his assault, creating an intense confrontation. In this face-off, Merphis's eyes undergo a dramatic transformation, changing from natural to a bright red with a yellow glow, revealing green scales on her face. A metamorphosis evoking the draconic nature of Merphis. As the fight continues, both opponents land, creating a crack in the ground, leaving a tense atmosphere.
- Kurugi: "So it's you, the famous creature who attacked poor innocent people."
- Merphis: "What are you talking about? I have nothing to do with it."
- Kurugi: "But yes, of course, that's it. You are the only being with dragon powers known in Japan, they even call you the dragon of Shibuya, Merphis. Stop your nonsense."
- Merphis: "How do you know about me?"
- Kurugi: "Lady Griselda informed me of your case, and I was present among the guests observing you and your friend."
- Merphis: "Let me guess, you're a bounty hunter?"
- Kurugi: "Yes, that's right. I mainly came to bring justice for the several lives you took, you dirty monster."
- Merphis: "I'm not a monster, and I've never killed innocent people."
- Kurugi: "That's rubbish, you're no more worth than the monster you just killed. Now you have to die too, Merphis."
- Merphis cried, "If it's a fight you want, then you'll get it."
Kurugi amplifies his aura, creating a powerful wave that is felt, propelling several cars elsewhere and damaging buildings. He unleashes his mythical power, [Achilles], standing ready to face Merphis.
Kurugi cried out: "Heroes of old, heroes of justice and warriors, offer me your power to defeat this monster!" pointing his sword at Merphis.
Merphis in turn amplifies her aura, pointing her saber at Kurugi. A legendary showdown is about to begin, with the mythical energies of the two powerful beings creating a palpable tension in the air. The determined gazes of the two adversaries meet, ready to engage in a fight that will mark history.
At the same time, Suka is dragged into the basement by the giant hand, but he manages to get rid of it thanks to his creature which completely cuts the hand. Suka lands on the ground, still shaken from the incident, wondering what just happened. It is then that a man of the same age as him, with white hair, wearing a green hat with yellow eyes, dressed in an elegant outfit, mainly green, appears. He wears white gloves and a cane, appearing before Suka with an enigmatic aura.
- Suka asks: but who are you? .
- The man responds: I am responding to the name of Suzaku, one of the greatest bounty hunters in the country.
- Suka says: bounty hunter? Since when was a bounty put on my head? .
- Suzaku replies: Since Lady Griselda asked me to also kill those who accompany the Shibuya dragon and that by doing so the bounty would increase.
- Suka retorts: I see, it's obvious that you care about money given the way you dress.
- Suzaku says: obviously very expensive, money is the ultimate power in this world.
- Suka replies: absolutely not.
- Suzaku says: debating this subject with a primate is a waste of time, let's get down to business.
Suzaku releases his aura to the fullest, creating immeasurable waves of energy. He reveals his mythical power, [Jack the Ripper].
- Suka says, "Jack the Ripper?"
- Suzaku replies, "And yes, my dear, you are in some serious trouble."
- Suka lets out a smirk and says, "Not so much."
- Suzaku retorts, "Oh, you must surely know the reputation of Jack the Ripper and his wonderful deeds."
- Suka replies: "Wonderful facts? But you're completely crazy, my word."
- Suzaku exclaimed, "Not only crazy, but I also love torturing my victims and watching them suffer so much. Hahaha, I fucking love it."
- Suka says, "Stop talking about your fantasies and come compete with me instead."
- Suzaku replies: "Let's go, my good fellow, amuse me."
Suzaku takes out two very sharp hooked blades in green color. He starts licking one of them and glares at Suka , Suka, in turn, concentrates his aura and is accompanied by his creature, ready to attack. An unusual confrontation is about to begin.