Strange Grief Wants to Retire ~ The Weakest Hunter Dreams of a Hero ~

Chapter 391.2: Prisoners

“He seems to be a Magi specialized in lightning. Magic should be almost impossible to use inside this Code, but we have never let such a powerful lightning Magi inside before. His Magic could damage Code’s system. A special room was created in this prison to imprison him. Also, the tools created by Code to restrict his actions may be ineffective against him.” (Prison Staff Member)

“That sure is dangerous.” (Cry)

“It’s so dangerous that, despite his great fighting power, no one can apply for release. Even “Her Highness Princess Nora (Nora-Ojou Denka)”, who at first glance said she wanted him as her Royal Guard, has not yet released him. She has come here countless times to meet with him and try to persuade him, but to no avail. Oh, by the way, this is the second reason why I don’t recommend you apply. If you were to be successful in releasing him, you would incur Nora-ojou’s wrath.” (Prison Staff Member)

………… Wasn’t the other Princes and Princesses held captive by the noble? Maybe she means the Princess’ captors?

But I understand the desire to have Kryhi. He is just so strong, handsome, and a vessel for a Level 8. It would have been great if we swapped our roles. If you ask me if he has a weakness………… I would say that he has no sense of crisis.

As I sigh, the staff member informs me of something.

“The release is now ready. They can be released in order. We have already explained the situation to the criminals inside, but this release does not mean that they have been forgiven for their crimes. If the criminals act against the city’s rules outside, the system may attack the target without warning. Also, as you probably already know, if a released criminal commits a crime again, the responsibility will fall on you, the one who applied for the release.” (Prison Staff Member)

“…… Okay, okay, let them out.” (Cry)

Maybe the reason why Jean-san and Olivia-san didn’t choose the Royal Guards from among criminals was because the responsibility would fall on the person who applied for release. Well, I think the people coming into Code from the outside are also quite dangerous.

Her clothing has changed from simple ones to a robe similar to those worn by Alchemists, and she is carrying a *boroboro* tattered leather bag on her back. She comes out while *boribori* scratching her head and when she sees me, she says bluntly.

“Oh, thanks for the pick up. Took your time didn’t you.” (Kutry)

“Heeeh, somehow you look kind of used to this.” (Cry)

“I’m used to getting caught……………… It’s because I’m the worst, you know?” (Kutry)

So this is 《Lowest Mountain Range (Saitei Sanmyaku)》 …… This is the first time I have a conversation with her, so I am curious to know if this is a character trait she is playing or just her true nature.

Next, the door of her Imouto (I don’t know if she is really her Imouto or not), Zuri Smyart, opens. Zuri, now dressed in Thief attire, blinks frequently as she looks at me.

“…… Good job pretending to be dead.” (Cry)

“Her health is constantly being checked, so pretending to be dead will not work.” (Prison Staff Member)

“Hh…………” (Zuri)

When the staff member points that out, Zuri’s face turns bright red and, without saying a word, she quickly hides behind Kutry without saying a word. However, her attitude oozes confusion. She probably doesn’t understand the situation at all.

The third room to open is Kool Saiko’s room. The door opens. Kool has bandages wrapped around him here and there. It looks like he got hurt when he tried to jump at the glass and got knocked back earlier.

He takes a deep breath, steps out of the room, pushes his glasses up, and says in a cool and awesome manner.

“*Kohon* Ahem…… My apologies for earlier. It is nice to meet you and I am grateful for freeing my comrades. I will be working under you from now on.” (Kool)

I see, so it is a pretense of us meeting for the first time. He is thinking way more than Luke…… He is not wearing glasses just for show. *Yoshi* Okay, let’s borrow his brain for the mission this time until we meet up with Kaiser and Saya.

“Un, un, that’s right. By the way…… Where is Anthem?” (Cry)

“!? …………We stopped recruiting. We, well…… We have turned over a new leaf.” (Kool)

Answers Kool in a *hisohiso* hushed manned as he gets closer. Ain’t, Elise, a new girl, here!

What’s more, they even attacked Code…… Apparently, they have been through a lot since we parted.

Next, Rusha’s door slides open silently. When I think I cannot see her, I see her sitting flat on the floor. Her *gushagusha* messy hair has changed into twin tails like the one I saw before, and her eyes, bloodshot with dark circles under her eyes, look at me. Then, tears begin to gather in her eyes and she begins to cry as if she is on fire.

“Uwaaaaaaaaaah, did zuh game to helb Onii-zan? Zank god, zaaank goodness! *Gusugusu* Sniff, sniff……” (Rusha)

“!? H-Hey, Rusha! Stop whining, don’t you know what is going on!?” (Kutry)

Kutry rushes to Rusha, grabs her by the arm, and helps her to her feet. When you see that Kool pretended that we didn’t each other, she is, after all, still green.

The staff member continues to look the same even after hearing Rusha’s extremely suspicious words. She is simply doing her job.

Now all that is left is Elise.

The door opens. Elise comes out slowly with somewhat sluggish movements.

After changing, Elise is wearing a white armor. Moreover, it is a full armor that protects both arms, legs, and torso. She is carrying a large shield and a sword. She isn’t wearing a helmet, but if she was the real thing, it would be rare to see her in that outfit. It is because Eliza prioritizes agility.

Elise looks at me intently, then looks at Kool and nods slightly. Wow, she looks exactly like Eliza…… Looking at Elise, who is waiting nearby without saying anything, I say coolly.

“Kool, can you introduce her?” (Cry)

“…… She is, well………… Elise Peck, who recently joined our Party. That is her real name. No, I wasn’t planning to add any more members either. I learned my lesson during the “Supreme Martial Arts Festival (Buteisai)” …… But when I found a member like this, I had no choice but to let her in. I don’t know what the real one looked like, I only know her name.” (Kool)

Kool introduces her in a seemingly very reluctant way. Real name? Seriously? And you say you only know her name, but the rest are pretty similar too.

Feeling a bit *wakuwaku* excited, I ask for more information.

“What about her Alias?” (Cry)

“………… She doesn’t have an Alias, but if you are talking about that, it would be 《Last (Toko1)》. Elise, the 《Last (Toko)》 ………………………… Um, this is the last one, so… This contains the meaning of how sorry we are.” (Kool)

So you are apologizing………… After all, you guys are the best.

Thanks for reading! Thanks Chulbom for the ko-fi! Love how Cry is fixated on Anthem look-alike. But maybe he is the one who is lost and we won’t see him before 5 more Arc.

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1. Toko: it means surrender