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Posts from The Empire of Reimia (3)Auto-translated
- And it's not far to intercontinental competitions! Thank you," Latro took a sip of the scorching drink and barely held back tears. "It's strong, damn it... We won, but I didn't expect to be hit so skillfully with random spells, so now I'm thinking - how can I avoid getting into such a situation in the future? School tournaments are probably a piece of cake compared to the upcoming ones. What's it like there, is it a bloodbath? Maybe there are some special rules? Do you have any advice?
— Well, it depends, in some ways they are more difficult, but in some ways they are easier. It varies, there are no points, it's all simple and without any special nuances, so everything will depend on you, the third party won't spoil the plans. I'd like to say that the opponents won't be easy, but I can't guarantee that: I haven't seen them. Well, except for those guys who broke into our place that time, they might cause problems, they're like little kids.
As agreed, Mia and Eli set off together for a walk in the forest. It was hard to say what made the latter want to visit this place, but it was clear that the fresh air, as well as the flora and fauna inhabiting the forests of Akkerwald, appealed to her. Time passed, and the couple did not slow down and continued to move further and further away from the city.
This was not just a walk; Eli was clearly determined to reach a specific destination. Mia remained silent, focused on her friend, waiting for her to say they had arrived. Wherever they were headed...
-I am glad to welcome you to our academy, Sapphire - Parphinora said politely - I share your desire to learn more about each other and about the academies we represent. After all, one of us will have the privilege of defending the honor of our country at the international level.
- Yes, undoubtedly. Today we may be rivals in the fight for the national championship, but we pursue the same goal, and one day, if it comes to that, we will become battle comrades. For this reason, we must help each other grow. Sapphire and Parphinora reach the academic park. - Allow me to ask, are you satisfied with the results of the victory achieved in the Competitive?Ment
It wasn't just a walk; Eli was clearly determined to get somewhere. Mia was silent and looked intently at her friend, waiting for her to say they had arrived. Wherever they were headed...
A couple of hours later, it became clear that Eli had no plan or specific goal; she simply lost track of time and got lost in the beauty of the place. Their prolonged walk stopped when the sound of branches cracking under someone's feet reached their ears. - Hey, who's there? Five armed men surrounded the couple. It was clear that they were not expecting guests, but they did not seem afraid. On the contrary, they gave the impression that they were in control.
— Yes, undoubtedly. Today, we may be rivals in the fight for the national championship, but we share a common goal, and one day, if it comes to that, we will become battle comrades. For this reason, we must help each other grow. — Sapphiros and Parphinora reach the academic park. — Allow me to ask, are you satisfied with the results achieved in the competition?
— I must admit, not entirely. And it's not even because our team was completely destroyed – in the given chaotic conditions, it was difficult to expect a different outcome. What upset me even more was that I expected an attack from the eastern passage, prepared its defense – and it turned out to be insufficient. I am concerned that my planning at the tactical level may have been... imperfect.
Where do we go? Where do we end up when we save the world?
— It’s never perfect. War isn’t chess; it’s impossible to prepare for everything and completely control the course of events. Not to mention that the soldiers under your command aren’t pieces on a game board. And that’s not even considering all the other nuances. Are you ready to give your life to fulfill a strategic objective, to put your loved ones in danger? What about the opponents on the other side of the barricade, are you ready to take their lives? What if the orders from your superiors don’t align with your personal moral code? — Sapphiros cast a brief glance at the blue sky above them. — Perhaps I was too insistent with these questions. I apologize if that was the case.
After a couple of hours, it became clear that Ely didn't have any plan or specific goal; she simply lost track of time and got lost in the beauty of the surroundings. Their prolonged walk came to a halt when they heard the sound of branches snapping under someone's feet. — Hey, who's there? Five armed men surrounded the couple. It was clear that they weren't expecting guests, but they didn't seem afraid. On the contrary, they gave the impression that they were in control.
A chill ran down Xenomia's spine from the surprise, but she tried not to react outwardly. "Where did these armed people come from? Isn't it safe in Rheims and its surroundings? Okay, don't be afraid, you're not alone, you have a friend with you. Your actions, Mia, also affect her!" Xenomia assessed the escape routes and which one was closest to Ely, took a step forward to shield her friend, and then introduced herself: — Mia. We're students, we were taking a walk in the forest... — she smiled friendly. "As soon as things start to look bad, we run, hiding behind the trees!"
-Every soldier must be prepared to give their life for the empire, if necessary. And to take another's life, if ordered to do so. As for your last question..." Parfynora trailed off. Earlier this year, she had listened with enthusiasm to Eugen's speech. It was only a few months ago, but it felt like an eternity had passed. Then, peace was on the horizon; now, war was inevitable. Then, there was a kind and merciful emperor, whom she wanted to support; now, there was a despotic empress, who was allying herself with recent enemies and terrorists, a woman who laughed upon learning about the young man who killed himself for her.Eugen Reime
And if our country ever has to go to war, remember that your task is not to die for your country, but to win, survive, and return to a peaceful life, for it is young people like you who are the foundation of the empire and its future. Never stop moving forward, enjoy life, and support each other – that is my command to you.
-I have disobeyed your command, Your Majesty," she blurted out involuntarily. She looked up at Sapphiros, and her eyes were filled with bitterness: -When we started the school year, our old emperor, Eugen Reime, spoke to us. He told us that we should not die for our country. We must live for our country. But Rinze came to power, and I don't think she expects the same from us. She will want us to carry out her orders – even if it means giving up our lives. And I am already ready to do that, Sapphiros. What choice do we have? We are soldiers of the empire. The empress's will is the will of our country. And we are the executors of that will. No more, no less.
Where do we go? Where do we end up when we save the world?
- So, is that bio-scum going to be there? Are they attending school? - Latro was surprised. - You wouldn't be able to tell by their appearance and manners. I heard that guy is some spoiled brat, the son of a big shot, and he's forgotten everything he learned in school. He can just start shooting people anytime, right? Is it okay for him to be a lackey for the higher-ups? He's a loser, basically.
He scratched his head.
- I still regret not reacting in time and putting a bullet in his forehead... I didn't think he would jump on me in broad daylight right on the territory. If that had happened, you wouldn't have gotten hurt, and there would be one less bacterium, - Latro hesitated, but then said with fire in his voice. - But I swore I would never let that happen again! I've been training like crazy ever since, waiting for the chance to show you. So, what do you think?
— I understand. — Sapphiros placed his hand on Parfynora’s shoulder, and she felt that he was almost cold. Looking at him again, she realized that although his gaze was clear and full of compassionate warmth towards her, he himself was very unwell. As if remembering himself, he removed his hand from her shoulder. — Please excuse me. — He caught a petal that had fallen from the tree with his long fingers and looked at it mysteriously. — Perhaps this sounds too arrogant of me, but in my opinion, a suicidal order is not the worst thing that awaits us. I just hope that none of us will have to face a moral dilemma. But enough about sad things; I didn’t intend to burden you with heavy thoughts. Tell me, how is Shogo doing these days?
— Oh, so you're students? That's good. And where do you study?
"If I lie, they might expose me, and everything will go wrong... And also, the bracelet might give me an extra shock, I'll get distracted, and I'll lose time. If I tell the truth, they might decide that we're definitely going to betray them if they're bandits... And then... Maybe they're just hunters? It's strange, but what if?" — Just a military academy...
— I understand. — Sapphiros placed his hand on Parfynora's shoulder, and she felt that there was almost no warmth in it. Looking at him again, she realized that although his gaze was clear and full of compassionate warmth towards her, he himself was very unwell. As if coming to his senses, he removed his hand from her shoulder. — Please, excuse me. — He caught a petal that had fallen from the tree with his long fingers and looked at it mysteriously. — Perhaps this will sound too arrogant, but in my opinion, a suicidal order is not the worst thing that can await us. I just hope that none of us will have to face a moral dilemma. But enough about sad things, I didn't set out to burden you with heavy thoughts. Tell me, how is Shogo doing these days?
—Sh-Shogo? — This question caught Parfynora off guard — Do you know him? — Remembering the scene with him in the park and Shogo's conversation with the former curator, she quickly put the pieces of the puzzle together in her mind — To be honest, I don't know, we don't communicate, except for school matters. We have slightly different views on life — she smiled awkwardly — May I ask how you met him?
Where do we go? Where do we end up when we save the world?
- So, is that bio-scum going to be there? Do they go to school? - Latro was surprised. - You wouldn't think so, judging by their appearance and manners. I heard that guy is some spoiled brat, the son of a big shot. What's he doing in school? He could be shooting people anytime he wants. Does he really enjoy being a lackey for some higher-ups? He's a loser, basically. He scratched his head. - I still regret not reacting fast enough and putting a bullet in his forehead... I didn't expect him to jump at me in broad daylight, right on the premises. If I had, you wouldn't have gotten hurt, and there would be one less bacterium. - Latro hesitated, but then spoke with fire in his voice. - But I swore I would never let that happen again! I've been training like crazy ever since, waiting for the chance to show you. So, what do you say?
— It's a done deal, no point in dwelling on it. I just should have been stronger, and then things would have ended better, at least for me, haha, — apparently, this was already his first bottle of alcohol for the day, and Gengoro was more relaxed than usual, — but if you want revenge, crush them in the Competitive arena, that would be much better. Anyway, I'm unexpectedly taking a vacation because of all this, so I'm going north to visit a friend for a while, but don't put your gun down, okay? Well, come on, show me what you can do.
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"If I lie, they might expose me, and things will get bad... And the bracelet might even shock me, I'll get distracted and lose time. If I tell the truth, they'll decide that we're definitely going to betray them, if they're bandits... And then... Maybe they're just hunters? That's strange, but what if?" -- It's just a military academy...
— From the capital, or something? — One of them clearly didn't like that answer. — Ah, it's that one that the bitch empress is overseeing. Ugh, what a scumbag. We had a great business going under the idiot Yujian, but now she's starting to tighten the screws, the bitch. Now we'll have to shut down and move to another country. — Yeah, it's total bullshit, you're living a good life, and then bam, everything changes. — But there are also pleasant surprises in life, aren't there, girls? — The third one, bypassing Mia, approached Eli. — So, how about it, don't you want to have some fun with us? — Haha, — Eli laughed, and when the man tried to hug her, she pulled a pistol from her inner jacket pocket and shot him through the lower jaw, — no, I don't! The shocked men rushed behind trees and other cover, Eli threw her second pistol to Xenomi and prepared to fight.
-Sh-Shogo? - This question caught Parfinora off guard - Are you familiar with him? - Recalling the scene with him in the park and Shogo's conversation with the former curator, she quickly pieced together the puzzle - To be honest, I don't know, we don't communicate, except for school-related matters. We have slightly different views on life - she smiled awkwardly - May I ask how you met him?
— He and Galmey were like younger brothers to me, but I decided that we should all find our own path in life and try not to show up in front of them unless necessary. — There was sadness in Sapphire's gaze. — I assumed you might be well-acquainted with Shogo since you're in the same class, but apparently, my intuition was off.
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