Draken was responsible for bringing Yujin and Mando down to the base of the headquarters. If there was one thing that was absolutely essential for Yujin to comprehend, it would be the resources that were made available to him throughout each and every one of his missions."Before I discuss how you can actually enter the fortress, it was only natural that you would want to know how you can get in there with our assistance. Is that right, kid?” Draken instantly asked Yujin.Yujin, whose gaze was wandering at the time, responded, "I am not really confident that I could get in on my own or even with Mando around you know, so yeah right, I really would need your resources just to get in." At the time, Yujin's eyes were wandering around the next facility beyond the glass wall. Where there a lot of compute screens and even laboratory equipment.They were in the central research division of the headquarters, which was located in an area underground. This was the location where the majority of
“This is Commander Robalt. He is going to be in charge of the operation moving forward. He will be assisting you and the rest of the troupe inside. Corn, who serves as your tactical support, is standing next to him. Amil and Huge are going to be your extra hands in case of close combat because they are pretty damn tough to last on that, and Vestrel is going to be your weapon specialist and your medic.” Draken started to introduce each of the five members who would be accompanying Yujin and Mando on their raid inside the crystal fortress as he continued to name each of the members individually.If Draken truly believes that they can turn the mission into a success despite being heavily outnumbered, then all that Yujin needs to do is just trust the process. This is something that Yujin tried to convince himself of, despite the fact that Yujin found the entire setup to be such a big joke for him.In the end, he was powerless to complain about it because he knew that in order to learn w
"You did hear me correctly, young man." Draken said to him, "Now, if you seriously come out of that door now, you will seriously be taking that chance off of your hands." The words that Draken chose to use served only to convince Yujin that he had no other option but to return with Draken's plan. In a fit of annoyance, Yujin reached out with his left hand and grabbed one side of Draken's collar almost immediately. His hand was shaking. The others stood up with the intention of taking action in response to what Yujin was doing with their boss, but Robalt spread his arms far enough to prevent the others from doing so.It was as if Robalt's action was a message to them that they should refrain from interfering for the time being and allow Draken and Yujin to work things out on their own.While this was going on, Yujin, who was still holding onto Draken, immediately said to him, "You better make this plan work out because the moment this one flops, and something happened with my parents,
“Damn you, Takeru!” Yujin screamed at the top of his lungs as he rose from his bed.Even after Mando fell off the top bunk of the bunk bed, he was in a state of shock as a result of Yujin's hysterical screaming.“Geesh, maboy. Did you just have a nightmare? You screamed like a little girl, man. " As soon as Mando was able to stand back up on his own, he started to complain about his condition. He was so confused about what Yujin could have dreamed about that he was even scratching his head because the recent scream from Yujin had completely ruined his good night's sleep.After a moment of pausing to catch his breath, Yujin eventually responded, "I am sorry about that." He had not yet moved on from the current thought process regarding his dream. Even though Yujin was already awake, the mere thought of Takeru going back in time in this timeline in the same way that he does continues to torment him, even though it was surely too real.The fact that Takeru had actually put Aera to death
A moment of silence came between Aera and Yujin. While they were still looking at one another, a sudden gust of wind blew, but both of them managed to keep their gaze fixed in the same direction. It was as if both of them were even in a state of shock when Aera only told Yujin about his apparent death if he even was to head to their raid tomorrow."What you said just a moment ago. Was that even true?” Yujin's question was a startling one that finally allowed him to break the eerie silence that had been between him and Aera.After what seemed like an eternity, Aera was finally able to get the words out, "If you do not wish to believe me, then go ahead and have your meet and greet with the soul reaper tomorrow." The silence that followed seemed to border on hesitation. Following that, Aera abruptly turned her back on Yujin and started walking away from him.Then all of a sudden, Yujin took the initiative to bring Aera back. He simply could not allow Aera to leave in such a manner withou
"You expect me to believe this nonsense?" Yujin said calmly, shattering Aera's hope that he would eventually come around and believe her.Then, with a wicked chuckle, Yujin tossed his head back and laughed. After letting out a hearty chuckle at Aera's confession, he blew off some steam by exhaling deeply. “Especially coming from someone who has repeatedly tried to kill me, do you seriously think I would believe that?"Aera was almost reduced to silence by Yujin's comments. She felt both shocked and ashamed at the same time. Aera was so shocked that she was at a loss for words and could only react by dropping her jaw.“I take back what I said about not being interested. After what you did to me, I am even more curious as to where you get the nerve to keep your thick face. And now you think I would be such a fool as to believe you again?”The tone of Yujin's words had grown so hostile that Aera had lost her chance to respond.In his final words, Yujin turned to Aera and said, "I do not
Yujin could be seen cringing in the corner in silence as a result of Robalt's words. He had absolutely no idea that Robalt would respond in such a way that would be able to intimidate him so successfully. It was not until eventually when Robalt said, "Come on, kid. The trip to the crystal fortress is going to be a lengthy one. I’m sure everyone is already out there searching frantically for the two of us.” as he abruptly rose from his seat and got up to leave.“Wait, weren’t you—” When Yujin reacted unexpectedly, Robalt stopped dead in his tracks.. Upon hearing Yujin's response, Robalt turned his gaze beyond his shoulders and looked back at Yujin. "What?" he asked.Despite the fact that Yujin attempted to provoke Robalt into aggressive behavior, Yujin was somewhat taken aback by the fact that Robalt did not even bother to act aggressively. It appeared to Yujin as though Robalt had just displayed the composed demeanor of a true commander in front of his eyes, and as a result, Yujin
“You wanted me to be the one to take it? Are you seriously out of your mind? What gives you the impression that I would actually comply with what you say, huh?” Yujin abruptly asked. His tone of voice contained a mixture of arrogance and a hint of self-doubt at the same time.Draken was in no way discouraged from pursuing Yujin in order to actually start working on that mission, and he did not face any kind of resistance in doing so. He believes that all that was necessary was for him to further convince Yujin regarding the issue. "I knew you would not simply act on and obey me because I was the one who asked you to do it. However, you should be aware that even if we complete the map details of the dungeons, it will be difficult for you to successfully complete the raid. This is especially true considering the fact that you have a skill with which you are not even very familiar.”Yujin fell silent for a moment. He gave the information that Draken had just shared with him some serious
Yujin surged forward, his body propelled by a surge of adrenaline, as he unleashed a flurry of strikes with his energy sword, each blow resonating with fierce determination. The beast, a formidable adversary, stood its ground, its monstrous form looming before him. The clash of steel against scales reverberated through the air, a symphony of violence and defiance. Yujin's heart pounded in his chest, his every movement a testament to his unwavering resolve. In this battle of wills and strength, he refused to yield. The monstrous creature evaded with uncanny agility, a testament to its formidable prowess. Undeterred, Yujin's resolve burned fiercely as he brandished his energy sword, poised to cleave through the beast's sinew and bone.Yujin's grip tightened around the energy sword, its blade shimmering with an iridescent fury that seemed to mirror the tumultuous emotions coursing through him. The energy orb shimmered with an intensity that surpassed its previous radiance, mirroring t
The final words that Yujin uttered were barely audible before he fell into an eerie silence. It seemed as if the very air itself was holding its breath in expectation as the weight of the unspoken words hung heavy in the air. It was a steady rhythm of terror and disbelief that pounded in his chest as his heart raced. An oppressive haze of pressure pressed down on him as the weight of the terrible fate that had befallen his fellow students and even the faculty staff of the entire establishment pressed upon him like a weight. He was in a state of great shock because the gravity of the situation was so much greater than he had anticipated. The foul odor of death permeated the atmosphere, serving as a gloomy reminder of the bloodbath that had just taken place. It was a spooky sight to see dead bodies lying around the ground in such a disorganized manner. It was a massacre, the likes of which are only mentioned in the most sinister of stories in hushed tones. The beast, a hideous creatu
[INSIDE YUJIN’S THOUGHTS]Yujin stirred from his slumber as the scent of aged timber wafted through the air, teasing his senses and coaxing him back to consciousness. In the very instant Yujin's eyes fluttered open, he found himself once more within the confines of the classroom, nestled within the hallowed halls of the thirteenth colony's esteemed educational institute. To his astonishment, a sense of desolation greeted him as he stepped into the room. Not a soul could be found, not a whisper of life. The emptiness hung heavy in the air, casting a shadow over his expectations.His mind wandered, contemplating the whereabouts of the other students in this moment. Yujin was left perplexed and bewildered, wondering where on earth the other students could have possibly disappeared to at this juncture. Driven by an insatiable curiosity, Yujin promptly rose from their seat and cast his gaze out through the window. In the ordinary course of events, his eyes would swiftly alight upon a mo
Aera stood there, her heart pounding in her chest, unable to fathom the words that had just escaped Doctor Karin's lips. The air around her seemed to still, as if time itself had frozen in that very moment. How could this be? How could reality twist and contort in such a way? Aera's mind raced, desperately searching for a logical explanation, but finding none. The world she thought she knew was slipping away, replaced by a surreal landscape of uncertainty and disbelief. Anticipation coursed through her veins as she yearned for the moment when Doctor Karin would, perhaps, alter her stance and align herself with her fervent desire to fix the broken pillar. Doctor Karin's inquiry ignited a flicker of hope within Aera. "Yes," Aera murmured, her voice barely audible. “Yes, it is," she added, her voice tinged with a hint of hope. The words hung in the air, a delicate thread connecting them in a moment of shared understanding. Aera's response was swift, her gaze fixing upon Doctor Karin a
The worn wooden door groaned in protest as it swung open, granting passage to Aera. She stepped into the dimly lit room, her presence casting a shadow across the worn floorboards. Doctor Karin awaited her arrival. As Aera stepped into the room, a sense of déjà vu washed over her. There, in the same spot as before, sat Doctor Karin, engrossed in a stack of books generously supplied by the stray dog headquarters.Aera pondered, her mind swirling with the possibility that it was Draken who had proposed the notion of stowing away those books within the confines of Doctor Karin's chamber. The suggestion was undeniably astute, for within the confines of that room, where Doctor Karin languished in detention, she managed to carve out precious moments to peruse those written works on a daily basis.Aera stood there, her eyes fixed on Doctor Karin, a mixture of displeasure evident on her face."It's you again," Doctor Karin, however, said, her voice tinged with a disappointment at the presenc
The question hung in the air, heavy with uncertainty. The dilemma had gnawed at their resolve.“So does this mean that no matter how fervently we endeavored to aid Yujn in reclaiming his consciousness, and restoring him to his former self, it would all be in vain? Would he inevitably succumb to his monstrous nature once more?” Robalt asked.The room fell silent, the weight of their shared apprehension palpable. Each person present grappled with their own doubts, and confusion. They had witnessed the transformation firsthand, the terrifying metamorphosis that had rendered Yujn unrecognizable. It had been a harrowing sight, one that had left an indelible mark on their minds, most especially Robalt. Yet, despite the odds stacked against them, they had refused to give up. They had rallied together, pooling their knowledge, their resources, their unwavering determination. They had delved into the depths of their understanding, seeking any glimmer of hope, any shred of insight that could
The sun hung low in the sky, casting a warm golden glow over the bustling city streets. People hurried along, their footsteps echoing against the concrete ground.The morning sun cast a soft glow through the curtains, gently rousing Aera from her slumber. As she blinked away the remnants of her dreams, a vivid image lingered in her mind. Yujin, his eyes filled with an unspoken plea, had reached out to her, urging her not to abandon him. With a newfound resolve coursing through her veins, Aera knew that she could no longer stand idly by. The time had come to confront the formidable obstacle that stood between her and Yujin's heart—his mother. Aera's determination burned like a flame within her, fueling her every thought and action. She would not allow herself to be deterred by the countless tales of Yujin's mother's unwavering disapproval. No, she would find a way to persuade her, to make her see the depth of her love for Yujin. The path ahead was treacherous, fraught with uncertain
Aera stared at him, her eyes wide with disbelief. The words before her seemed too good to be true, too fantastical to be real. Doubt gnawed at her, whispering in her ear, questioning the authenticity of what lay before her. She gazed at him, her eyes filled with a mixture of curiosity and skepticism. "Are you truly awake now?" she asked, her voice tinged with a hint of doubt. Aera's senses returned to her, and she mustered the courage to finally ask the question that had been lingering in her mind. Her cheeks were still tinged with a rosy hue, a telltale sign of the lingering embarrassment she felt. The memory of that impulsive kiss she had shared with Yujin played on a loop in her mind, causing her heart to flutter and her thoughts to scatter. How had she allowed herself to succumb to such a reflexive act? It was as if her body had acted independently, driven by an unseen force that she couldn't quite comprehend. The intensity of the moment had left her breathless, her senses heig
Aera was still processing the evaluation that Draken had provided her with earlier in the conversation. In the isolation chamber, she was the only other person there except Yujin.Her head was cluttered with unrelated ideas at the time, and almost all of them were related to Yujin. After considering all that Draken had shared with her, Aera couldn't help but feel a twinge of embarrassment when she realized that she had just recently begun to consider the possibility that Draken's explanation was accurate.It's possible that what Dr. Karin saw in Aera was the possibility of a love connection between her and Yujin. This possibility is what drives Aera to put her pride in danger in order to assist Yujin.Aera thought that this must be what Dr. Karin was thinking about her as a driving motive for assisting Yujin. After all, individuals who are in love are known to do the most unselfish things conceivable, and Aera believed that this must be what Dr. Karin was thinking about her.When Aera