Balfraim Palace, the reception area.

The Empress Elfin and the Prince of Olibat are waiting here to see off Group VII who have made great contributions to this summer solstice festival.

To everyone's disappointment, the originally promised trip to the hot spring town fell through for various reasons. On the one hand, it is because the facilities on the Yumir side are not yet in full condition, and on the other hand, it seems that it is difficult for the school to convince. So after going back and forth, this surprise-like gift was finally postponed again and again, saying that "I will definitely make up for it when I have the opportunity in the future".

The so-called "chance in the future" is basically gone - that was the first thought of everyone present. However, it is not incomprehensible, after all, no matter how you say that the school curriculum is not over yet, it is better to say that it is a critical period because it is now.

"Thank you for taking care of me. My brother and sister are so grateful to the Military Academy. Once again, Oliebat formally thanked him for what happened two days ago.

"You really don't dare to be a ......," the ordinary students naturally said modestly and flatteredly. Only Heliga, who knew Olibat well with his nature and was closest to him, dared to say, "Yes, but no one needs to help you...... Didn't Mr. Mura say that if it weren't for the wrong situation, you might have ridden your horse and played with those terrorists like that? ”

"I don't have that much courage." Olibart said this, but his eyes lit up, I'm afraid that next time if there is such a chance, he will really play like this.

Of course, Helliga doesn't care about that. Leave these evasive behaviors of Olibat to Mr. Mura for a headache - I'm sorry, Brother Mura.

"Ahh In the lounge near the pre-function hall, Mura, who was drinking hot tea, couldn't help but sneeze for some reason, and an ominous chill rose above his head.

"Where." Elphine was also full of sincerity, "If Elysée and I were captured like that, I don't know what the situation would be...... No amount of thanksgiving is enough to express my gratitude. Obviously, Elfin was speaking specifically to Helliga, so the other students didn't interject in funny.

"It's fine if you're okay." Heiliga originally wanted to say something else, but suddenly remembered that Faye was on the side at this moment, so he could only end up talking with such a piece of soup. But it was too late: there was already an inexplicable atmosphere between the two, which made everyone present couldn't help but be attracted to it. Fei coughed lightly. Signaling Helriga to restrain a little - in principle, it does not mean that it really does not mean nothing. In this regard, Heiliga, who got cheap, could only smile embarrassedly and said no more.

"So is Elyse." Li En touched his sister's head affectionately, and only this hopeless brother/sister controller could ignore the strange atmosphere of the other group in front of him and show off on his own. It was also thanks to the two of them that Hailiga was relieved.

"The rest of the members, thanks to you for protecting Cedric." Olibat's serious appearance is used to seeing it too much, although the image of the bard with exaggerated manners is always flickering and lingering.

"It seems that the kindness of setting up the "VII class" can be regarded as a reward to a certain extent." For some reason, when the atmosphere on Riene/Elyse and Heliga's side wasn't quite right, Instructor Sarah seemed eager to get the conversation back on track, "It's just ...... the 'Imperial Liberation Front'...... The name, really. ”

"Hmm." At the mention of this, Oliebat's eyes also became serious, "The Nolde Plateau, the provocation of the border conflict between the Republic and the Empire, and the events that have caused various turmoil in the western part of the Empire - although there have been many signs of covert activities before, but this time it can finally be regarded as their so-called "official debut". Although their debut looked messed up because of Heiliga...... But it still deserves our attention. They are undoubtedly a group of terrorists through and through, and now the Intelligence Service is conducting a thorough investigation of their identities. ”

"That's what I said." Heiliga secretly scolded herself, "Actually, the intelligence bureau has known about it for a long time. Of course, he just complained in his heart, and didn't really say it.

"Burning with quiet rage, punishing ignorant and stubborn dictators...... Hmph, what an easy-to-understand slogan. Jusis snorted.

"yes...... This is already very obvious. Olibat agreed.

"Everyone!" The voice of an immature teenager interrupted the conversation. In terms of prestige - he is a handsome young man about fifteen years old, who looks quite similar to Elfin. And he was accompanied by Carl Regnitz, the head of the imperial capital.

Cedric...... The timing is just right. Elfin smiled, and Olibat, who was on the side, also showed an approving look. It seems that his appearance was expected by the two members of the royal family.

"His Royal Highness the Crown Prince...... Did you come here to see you off? Among the people present, Jusis had the highest title and was closest to the crown prince, so he asked on behalf of everyone.

"yes...... Thank you for your care, and if you don't, you won't be able to do anything about etiquette. Cedric nodded, "Thank you again for your help...... This side is. He paused, "Helliga ...... Right? It's been a long time...... Thank you very much for saving my sister's crisis. ”

“…… Did you tell him something weird? Heliga looked at Oliebat, his eyes strange, "I don't remember the last time we met, His Royal Highness Cedric was so reserved......

"Haha...... After all, you're really in the limelight this time...... Compared to what I told him before, our story in Liber is more than a notch more authentic and shocking. Cedric. He patted his brother on the shoulder affectionately, "He's a guy who will be embarrassed when he is complimented...... So don't be so inhibited, just call him by his name normally. ”

"Yes, after all, I'm not like a certain person who has a thick skin over the city walls, and can actually row a boat in front of two groups of people who are arguing and scare them away, and finally it can be said that it is the power of music and beauty." Heiliga immediately replied.

"Hey......" said Marchias in a nervous whisper, "is it okay to talk like this?" ”

"That's how the two of them get along." Fei is obviously used to it.

After a burst of laughter, everyone was no longer inhibited.

"Speaking of which, it's really strange to see the two of you together." Olibart was clearly referring to Mayor Regnitz.

"Haha, after all, it's a rare opportunity, and it's good to be able to watch them leave." Mayor Regniz smiled, most of the bandages on his hands have been removed, and he seems to be recovering well, but the movement of his arm is still a little unfavorable, "Although the process is a little unusual, but as a director of the Non-commissioned Officer Academy, the way the class is used, and the three directors with different positions, although everyone must have their own ideas, I still hope that you can have a good life in your academy...... At least on this point, Lord Lufas and Ms. Irina should have the same thoughts as I do. His Highness can also rest assured. ”

"Haha, I see. I trusted you a lot. Olibart was also very relaxed and laughing, "It's just your ally......"

"Looks like everyone is here." Said Cao Cao, Cao Cao arrived - a majestic voice suddenly sounded in this hall, low and magnetic, and extremely oppressive, all of which showed that the person who came had a strong sense of existence and courage.

"Woo......" For some reason, when this voice sounded, Li En, who was still intimate with his sister, suddenly felt a tightness in his chest, which was very uncomfortable.

However, no one noticed his unusual behavior, as everyone was attracted to the comer.

"Prime Minister Osborne." Cedric exclaimed, revealing the identity of the comer—though everyone knew who it was without him.

"Actually, we just accepted His Majesty's summons together." Mayor Regnitz explained why the Prime Minister was here.

"It's great that His Highness Elphine is safe and sound. This must be the guidance of the goddess. Osborne ignored the surprised gazes of the crowd and bowed to Elfin with a very low bow.

"Thank you, Prime Minister." Alfanti's skirt squatted slightly, which was considered a return of courtesy, but it didn't have the usual elegance with a hint of casualness, but it looked a little nervous.

"His Highness Olibat, too." He greeted Olibard, "Please rest assured that I have issued a wanted notice to the whole nation regarding the 'Imperial Liberation Front', and I will also thoroughly investigate their respective backgrounds. ”

"Oh, that's a good arrangement." Oliebart didn't know whether he was admiring or sarcastic, "It seems that next month's "trade meeting" can also be relieved, right?" ”

"Well, leave everything to me." Osborne said in a tone of non-deception, then turned to the students: "It's rude. I haven't said hello yet. I'm the representative of the Imperial government of Erebonia, Gillias Osborne—and while I'd like to say so, the name "Iron Will" should be more widely known. ”

At this moment, the atmosphere on Oss itself reached the extreme, and even the students of Class VII, who had seen the big world, were a little overwhelmed by this momentum.

Except for one person.

"You're quite calm, aren't you...... Those terrorists, no matter how you think the target is your life. Is it really good to not do more targeted arrangements? Naturally, the man who said this was Helriga, who had already met Osborne once, and naturally had a way to deal with him. Besides, having all the power of the Dragonborn as a hole card also makes him not afraid of this big monster within the empire at all.

"Naturally, there is no need to worry about this...... I did make some extra arrangements. But for the sake of secrecy, I won't disclose the details to you. Osborne nodded, "But...... It's been a few months, and it looks like you're going to change your old style? ”

"How?" Hailiga stared at the prime minister with interest and said.

"When we first met in Liber a few months ago, you weren't such a high-profile person." Osborne said, "At that time, you obviously made no less meritorious deeds in the Liber Mutation than His Highness Olibat......" At this point, he paused slightly and glanced at Olibat's reaction, "but then deliberately eliminated his own presence, so that almost no one in the Empire knew about your existence - even I, if I hadn't been to Liber at that time and was able to meet you, I am afraid I would not have known many of the details." As for the way you have been careful in what you have done in Crossbell since then, the poor fellow of Harutman, who is dying of death, does not know where the embankment of a thousand miles he has built has collapsed. At this, Osborne smiled eerily.

"His empire of power had holes as early as the first day it was established. After that, all his actions were just to tear down the east wall and make up the west wall, and it was only a matter of time before it collapsed and destroyed. "But I don't think you're going to be complimenting me on these actions." ”

"The downfall of corrupt officials like Harutman is naturally something that the people like to see, even if it is praised?" "But it does...... I'm just curious about your change of attitude this time. Why did you, who had deliberately wanted to eliminate your sense of presence in the country, act so high-profile this time? Single-handedly rescuing His Highness Elphin and showing his presence in the eyes of the entire Empire - this is completely inconsistent with your previous style. ”

"It's a time and a moment." Heiliga didn't answer directly, "People always change...... I felt the time was right, and I did that. Any questions? ”

"No...... Hehe, offended, I'm just curious. Osborne coughed twice, and then turned his gaze to the other classmates - at this moment, because there was too much information in the conversation between Heliga and the Prime Minister, and the Prime Minister actually didn't bargain for Heiliga under that kind of momentum, everyone showed a look of surprise - "Okay...... Group VII students, I've heard some rumors about you. The "Special Internship" that has traveled all over the country is an interesting attempt for me, so please continue to do it in the future. And ......" He fixed his gaze on Instructor Sarah, "It's been a long time, guerrilla." I heard that you have a new career and it seems that you are doing well. It's just wonderful. ”

"yes...... Thanks to you. Sarah clasped her hands to her chest, and her tone was full of gunpowder, but unlike Heliga, who had no fear of the prime minister, Sarah's side was purely because anger overshadowed the fear in her heart, "You really took care of that incident." ”

Osborne was unimpressed by this, and said with a smile: "Marshal Van Dyck was also my commander before, and in this sense, I also intend to give even insignificant, but further assistance in the future...... Anyway, stay tuned. ”

"That means......" Sarah and Olibart behind her both changed their faces.

Osborne saw the expressions of the two, but did not break it, but said to the students solemnly: "You are the same—please actively cultivate the bonds behind you, and exercise your iron will and body in order to meet this 'era of drastic change' in the future." ”