Story/Chapter 38: Difference between revisions

*{{StoryIcon|Winster}} '''Winster:''' ''In any case, I would like to learn more about how Calonne is doing. But alas, the poisonous gas here makes this place unsuitable for such conversations. If it is alright with you, I would like to invite you all to our village. I'm sure the villagers would be happy to meet a friend of Calonne's''

*{{StoryIcon|Winster}} '''Winster:''' ''How's this? If you accept my invitation to visit our village, I will use the special transportation device I used, to lead you to the surface. I will act as your guide, and you can supervise my actions.''

*{{StoryIcon|Winster}} '''Winster:''' ''... Thank you for accepting my offer. I will lead you to the village. This way.''

*{{StoryIcon|Winster}} '''Winster:''' ''It's because of the powerful sea current below the tunnel. If you are swept away, you will be lost forever. Of course, I suspect with your skills this is rather unnecessary, but why waste energy if there's an easier way?''

*{{StoryIcon|Winster}} '''Winster:''' ''Just because it's beautiful doesn't mean it's a great place to live. This cold, barren, desolate winter sea... We call this place, Rigomor.''

*{{StoryIcon|Winster}} '''Winster:''' ''Well, you see... The deep sea creatures here have strange... habits. They collect hard, or shiny objects to build their nests.''

*{{StoryIcon|Winster}} '''Winster:''' ''... I have one more request. The reason why they've taken the energy core is merely because it's in their nature to do so. They do not intend harm in anyways. Would it be possible... Not to harm any of the creatures?''

*{{StoryIcon|Lu}} '''Lu:''' ''If he were planning something, he would have already done it. I reckon he's trying to figure out something, by requesting us to bring back the energy core with a condition. Though I also find him slightly suspicious... Let's go along with it for now. In any case, could you make sure not to tell him that I'm a demon lord?''

*{{StoryIcon|Haivan}} '''???:''' ''... And you just left him there? I mean, it's not really my problem, but I'm surprised you left him alone. He could be calling reinforcements with all of you here, you know?''

*{{StoryIcon|Haivan}} '''???:''' ''Hey, hey, relax. I know I'm the one who brought it up, but I'm sure it's fine. Father's the representative of the village, and all he cares about is the safety of the villagers. Since you all managed to come here without a single injury, I don't think we'd be able to stop you anyway.''

*{{StoryIcon|Haivan}} '''Haivan:''' ''What? Of course it's important. I'm just stating the facts, no need to get all worked up like that. I'm Haivan. I'm the son of the village representative, Winster. As you can see, I'm a Nous.''

*{{StoryIcon|Haivan}} '''Haivan:''' ''Oh, that's what we're called. Since it seems like you don't know, I guess you're not from around here? At least... Not all of you.''

*{{StoryIcon|Haivan}} '''Haivan:''' ''Whatever for? My father's guest is my guest! Come on, I'll show you the way. The creatures here are kind of troublesome. I'll leave them up to you when they appear.''

*{{StoryIcon|Haivan}} '''Haivan:''' ''Uhh... Sort of? I've met a Garen, but she wasn't an enemy. I was born after we've settled in Rigomor. There's still those who've experienced the war, but that's already like, several centuries ago.''

*{{StoryIcon|Haivan}} '''Haivan:''' ''Oh, so you know. Our ruler is one of the 4 Lords under the demon king. The ruler of the Northern Beasts, the White-Ghost King Aegirp, that's the name.''

*{{StoryIcon|Haivan}} '''Haivan:''' ''I've heard a lot about this ruler, and they were all great. A wise ruler, a compassionate ruler... My father's especially loyal. Maybe it's because he experienced the changes personally.''

*{{StoryIcon|Haivan}} '''Haivan:''' ''Haha, now you're putting words in my mouth. Father represents the village, which means his will is also the village's. As long as I live in the village, you can say that my belief lies in tandem with his.''

*{{StoryIcon|Haivan}} '''Haivan:''' ''I told you they'd be troublesome. Fighting really isn't my forte, so I'll leave it to you guys.''

*{{StoryIcon|Haivan}} '''Haivan:''' ''... You're not much of a demon either, are you. Oh well. We've found the energy core, so let's go back. I found what I was looking for, too.''

*{{StoryIcon|Winster}} '''Winster:''' ''... I see. Please forgive me for my insolence, Steel Queen.''

*{{StoryIcon|Winster}} '''Winster:''' ''Yes, although you look different than before, it wasn't hard to recognize you. So initially, I was thinking about destroying the tunnels. I couldn't just stand idly knowing that the villagers will be hurt, and the village destroyed.''

*{{StoryIcon|Lu}} '''Lu:''' ''I'm glad I was able to prove myself, even though the process was cumbersome. Now, speak. Why did you bring me and my allies down here, when we could endanger your village?''

*{{StoryIcon|Winster}} '''Winster:''' ''... Others think that my lord was murdered, but it actuality, you could say that my lord is sealed. When the world was changing, my lord felt there were those who threatened this world, and devised a method to keep her soul in case she is fatally injured. That day of the betrayal, her soul was hidden in a safe location, and to this day, we are guarding one of her soul fragments.''

*{{StoryIcon|Winster}} '''Winster:''' ''Unfortunately, with our body, we were not capable of keeping even a single soul fragment. Lord Aegirp also was not prepared for enemies from within. Unless the demon in contact with the soul is powerful, the demon will go berserk. However, as a demon lord yourself, you should be able to endure it. Please collect the rest of the souls and aid us in my lord's resurrection.''

*{{StoryIcon|Add}} '''Add:''' ''Before you go ahead and make a deal without our consent, I just want to say I don't agree with any of this. Reviving not just any demon, but a demon lord? Isn't that just making our own enemy?''

*{{StoryIcon|Winster}} '''Winster:''' ''... I didn't know you already heard from Calonne. I wonder how much he trusted you. My lord believed that the reason why the Nous and the Garen were in conflict were because of the barren lands. She believed that if we had enough resources, there wouldn't be any reason to fight.''

*{{StoryIcon|Winster}} '''Winster:''' ''You are right. We didn't have much to offer. However, there were still some things you couldn't get in Elrios. For example... Like this gem here.''

*{{StoryIcon|Winster}} '''Winster:''' ''We had foundation. When our lord was thinking of a way to gain resources, she found something underground. There was a secret laboratory with detailed research on portals.''

*{{StoryIcon|Winster}} '''Winster:''' ''That data was just one method of realizing our dreams. The laboratory contained many research that helped us. After many trial and error, we were able to complete a portal. But for whatever reason, we were unable to activate the portal that was in the laboratory.''

*{{StoryIcon|Winster}} '''Winster:''' ''We knew that the portal inside the laboratory needed special energy to operate, but it was impossible to find related data to continue with the research. Since your technology is more advanced, you might be able to use the portal.''

*{{StoryIcon|Winster}} '''Winster:''' ''It would be ideal if we can borrow all of your help, but what we really need is Queen Luciela's power. Because the laboratory that holds the portal is important to us, we can only take those who we trust as allies.... So? What will it be?''

*''Lu:''' ''......... Alright. I can agree with that.''

*{{StoryIcon|Eve}} '''Eve:''' ''He's not wrong. We should help when our return is guaranteed. Winster, could we check the condition of the portal immediately?''

*{{StoryIcon|Haivan}} '''Haivan:''' ''The secret laboratory holds important things other than the research and the portal, so father created a complex security system. So we're going to make a key.''

*{{StoryIcon|Winster}} '''Winster:''' ''In order to go through the laboratory's security system, we need a special power source from this plant. While we create the power source by operating the plant. We need help from you to make sure nothing goes awry.''

*{{StoryIcon|Winster}} '''Winster:''' ''Yes. It's one of very few resources we can use here. It's a green, ice-like mineral with wave patterns. You will be able to recognize it easily.''

*{{StoryIcon|Haivan}} '''Haivan:''' ''If you put it in water, it starts to boil and produce this pink gas. From there, you... Wait, you didn't know? I thought you fought the machines from the tunnel. Didn't you see it?''

*{{StoryIcon|Haivan}} '''Haivan:''' ''We use the raw material for daily usage. But it's impossible to create enough energy to unlock the security system with that. Everything's there for a reason, my friend.''

*{{StoryIcon|Winster}} '''Winster:''' ''Sometimes the deep sea creatures settle by the chimney. Unlike others, they consume icerites, so they like being near the plant. We chase them away whenever we need to operate this place. Looks like we'll have to do it this time as well.''

*{{StoryIcon|Winster}} '''Winster:''' ''If they've settled by the chimney, I suspect the inside is just as infested. It's best if we split up. If it's just our usual maintenance, Nichel would be enough, but seems you are in a hurry, I will designate some of you to the upper level as well.''

*{{StoryIcon|Elsword}} '''Elsword:''' ''We've all had no time to rest since we've come to the demon realm... I'm sure we'll be fine, but don't overdo it.''

*{{StoryIcon|Rose}} '''Rose:''' ''I can make Zero scout the areas first. Since he's no use to us in battle, we should use him in any other way possible.''