In such a state as if everyone was in danger, he gradually became suspicious of anyone around him-

Although the status quo is not going to get so bad now, if it is left unchecked, it will definitely usher in such an outcome.

There is no doubt about that. But even Riveria and Loki, as well as everyone in the Knights, were well aware of such negativity......

But for a while, there was no solution.

"We will die soon; It's going to be the monster's meal! ”

Such an idea is not unfounded, and more and more people think this way over time.

And even if Riveria and Lemuel racked their brains, they couldn't completely dispel everyone's uneasiness. Some people even thought of extreme methods of escape -

That's right, suicide.

In such a cruel way, they would rather say their final goodbyes to a world that has hitherto been devastated by this!

At least that way, you won't be tormented by a fear that seems to be ingrained day in and day out......

And you don't have to endure the unbearable pain in the first place.

"Mom!?"

Obviously, the moment Riveria thought of this possibility at first, it was too late-

What she had been excluded from thinking was impossible still came as expected......

And when the two of them heard the wailing and arrived as fast as they could, the woman in front of them was no longer saved-

Apparently, judging by the scattered scraps of twine, there was no doubt that she had strangled herself to death with the rope.

There was only a corpse in front of him, almost naked, cold, stiff.

And next to the corpse, there is a page of messages carefully pressed with a pen, which can barely be called a suicide note-

"Why is this happening?"

But that's all there is to it. I can't even complain.

"You don't have to force yourself to endure it, if you want to cry, just cry, right?"

In a few moments, Riveria came to the little girl who had just lost her mother, and then tried to ...... gently with the force that would not disgust her

She gently hugged her who couldn't even express her sadness at this moment—

“......”

At this time, Lemuel, who was watching this scene from the sidelines, felt even more uncomfortable in his heart.

After all, he undoubtedly understands the feeling of losing his family and loved ones.

However, in any case, neither she nor Riveria could replace the child's mother......

Obviously, this is the most unacceptable and helpless.

Seeing the girl hugging Riveria tightly and crying tears, he hated this helpless reality at this moment.

"Why is this happening?"

It's like an unanswered, unsolvable problem!

In the middle of the night, Riveria, who had managed to lull the child to sleep, knocked on the door of Lemuel's bedroom, as expected—

"It's me, can I come in?"

She knew better than anyone that after witnessing something like that, Lemuel must be as sleepless as she was at this moment.

So, Riveria, who originally wanted to go out to breathe, came here unconsciously.

"It's really, it's a kind of 'inevitable'......"

Then, after such a sigh, she walked in—

"At least turn on the lights! Don't think about saving me money on my electricity bill. It's a flat ...... anyway."

She didn't know if such an opening statement was appropriate, but the original purpose of "easing the atmosphere" had obviously been achieved.

"Is that really the case? You can't sleep, can you? ”

"That's it, that's why I'm here to talk to you like this!"

Lemuel, who had been tossing and turning, slowly sat up from the bed—

"Wait, I'm going to make tea......"

He just wanted to stand up, but ......

Before the words could be finished, he was interrupted by Riveria-

"Okay, okay, it's okay if you keep it like that. I'll do this kind of thing......"

Then Riveria walked into the kitchen and pulled the utensils out of the cabinet. Skillfully, after a while, he brewed tea for two people with boiled water.

By the way, according to the mood at this moment, I made some desserts.

Of course, most of the flavors are to Lemuel's liking-

He prefers sweetness, so sugar is indispensable.

"Give."

Then, when she came to the living room unhurriedly, she poured him a glass with the same ease.

Then I poured myself a glass too.

"I always feel like something like this has happened before—"

Using this sentence as a starting point, Lemuel unconsciously opened the conversation.

"That's right, but at that time, it was more like I was unilaterally pulling you to pour bitter water. Similar to a troublesome discussion? ”

Speaking of which, he couldn't help but be happy.

"And it looks like someone was eavesdropping at that time, huh?"

Riveria took advantage of the situation to add a sentence. As a result, both of them looked at the center of the square table......

It's a pity that the people who were supposed to be there are no longer there.

So, in order to avoid overwallowing in this self-evident sadness, Riveria naturally brought up another topic.

At the same time, this is the main reason why she came to Lemuel tonight-

Genuine "troublesome consultation".

"Even now, the folds are expanding, right? You know that, right? ”

Lemuel nodded.

After all, this kind of thing happens in the sky that seems to be just one step away, and you can see it if you look up slightly. So even if he wanted to pretend to turn a blind eye, it would be impossible.

However, at the same time, he was also having a headache about this question, and he didn't expect it to be at the moment when he made up his mind to speak......

Riveria took the initiative to mention it-

"You wanted to ask me if there was a solution for this, right? And it's also because of this can't sleep? ”

Lemure could only nod as if he was unwilling.

In fact, this is the reason why I can't sleep no matter how much I toss and turn. And if this problem is not solved -

There is no doubt that the tragedy of that child will happen again!

As long as the "imaginary space" still exists; If that "monster" still exists! That will only lead to more people falling into the misfortune of "never recovering".

So on the basis of fully understanding such facts, he finally spoke-

"Is there a way to defeat that monster and then close the 'imaginary space'?!"

INTERVIEWER Now that you have a general understanding of the nature of the "imaginary space" and the way in which it exists, it is natural for you to think so......

"Of course there is, otherwise wouldn't the time I spend on this week's research be meaningless?"

"You mean that?"

"The only way to stop the 'imaginary space' from expanding its scope and stop it from eroding the real world is to do everything possible to defeat that monster......"

"That's why I want you to enter the 'imaginary space' and find a way to destroy that guy!"

At this point, Lemuel finally understood why Riveria was in such a hurry to update and upgrade the performance of the air.

"I see, for this reason, have you made an organism that can adapt to the imaginary space environment in just one week?"

After saying that, he really admired Riveria's ability to act. ——

"Do what comes to mind" is undoubtedly one of her strengths, and it always comes in handy when it matters most.

"Of course, what do you think it's for?"

In an instant, each other was amused by such a mischievous rhetorical question.

It's just that, although Riveria's ability is not to be doubted, there is really nothing to worry about......

However, he still couldn't say yes neatly. After all, no one knows what will happen once they step into the "imaginary space" that they have never set foot in.

But in any case, Lemuel is not going to back down!

"Okay, since you said it was necessary, then I'll do it-"

Because, even if you keep being confused, nothing will come of it. So this time he won't hesitate any longer......

Especially as a man, that kind of habit can only lead to negative results.

"Really, you're hesitating!"

Unexpectedly, it made someone unhappy!

"Huh? Why......? ”

As a result, when this stupid rhetorical question blurted out, he was glared at mercilessly......

What's worse is that Lemuel has no idea why he makes Riveria unhappy.

"To be honest, I probably don't want you to go at all......"

Then she confessed as if giving up first - as if she felt that gambling with herself on this kind of issue would only seem naïve and boring.

"Why?"

But someone's innocent and aggrieved expression is really angry and funny. ——

I know why, but I have to get to the bottom of it? What kind of cruel torture is this!?

"Because there's a chance you won't be able to come back!?"

As soon as the words fell, Riveria could no longer hold back her emotions, and couldn't help but drag Lemuel, who was caught off guard, and kissed him!

"It's good if we can successfully eliminate that guy before the 'imaginary space' closes. And if you can't, then you're—"

"And Allen, they will be imprisoned in the 'imaginary space' forever and will not be able to return to the real world!"

"Do you understand that?!"

The more she spoke, the more excited she became, and she couldn't even sort out the emotions that seemed like a volcanic eruption in that moment. Indeed, there is another alternative......

"Really? So what happens if you choose to leave it alone? ”

"If that's the case, the real world will eventually be completely eroded, and we'll rightfully become food for that guy—"

Rivelia paused for a moment, then added......

"But that's actually the most optimistic scenario, you know, right? If my previous explanation was really correct—"

"Then it is impossible for human beings to adapt to the 'imaginary space' which is itself an unreasonable aggregate......"

"That is, if it becomes like that, will our existence be erased?"

Riveria nodded silently.

"It's clear that it's something more terrible than death itself. That's why I hope you don't go......"

However, if this level of persuasion could make Lemuel give up, then he would not have been able to start with a serious face on the subject.

There is no doubt that this time, he was serious-

"If a possible tragedy cannot be avoided no matter what, it is better to try to resist desperately."

Then, from his eyes, Riveria saw such an awareness!

"Maybe a miracle will happen?"

However, for her, she never believed in the so-called "miracle". Because it doesn't happen, it's called a miracle!

"I never believed in so-called miracles. But you're serious, I still know that. ”

"So, I'm not going to say anything more."

As she spoke, she kissed Lemuel softly for another moment......

"Something unexpectedly positive today?"

"Don't like it?"

Unexpectedly, Lemuel denied it without even thinking about it-

"How is that possible! I want to ......."

However, Riveria immediately put on a "stop here" attitude......

"In that case, make a pact with me—"

"What?"

"You'll definitely be back...... Can you assure me? ”

As soon as the words fell, even Riveria herself knew that this was clearly a problem for Lemuel, but she seemed to think-

"Only by doing this can I feel at ease."

That's why I say such things. But fortunately, I also got the answer I wanted......

"Isn't that a matter of course? After all, I'm not going to face it for the sake of death. So, will definitely be back! ”

A week later, at the moment when everyone decided to launch a raid on the "imaginary space" and a crusade against the "beast" that could be the last......

And then they ran into a block!

In short, the mother beast is constantly sowing seeds-like things into the earth.

However, according to Riveria's analysis, those things are more than seeds...... In fact, it is closer to the form of "egg".

And at the moment when Lemuel, Vane, and Alan and his companions, plus Natalie and Hatfield, all completed the fusion......

There are already so many of them!

And it looks like the growth process from hatching to maturity only takes a few minutes! There is an essential difference between it and the fact that it takes decades for human beings!

"This kind of thing is really ......"

However, the time left for them to hesitate or marvel is already stretched, and if they don't find a way to break through this pile of "miscellaneous soldiers......

Trying to break into the "imaginary space" is a pipe dream!

As a result, Alan and Stella had to lead the others to concentrate on them first, while Lemuel and Vane managed to take advantage of their cover to advance little by little!

However, it soon became clear that it was impossible to implement this idea!

Because, although they are not worth mentioning "miscellaneous soldiers", their combat effectiveness is not weak at all! Even one-on-one words can't be parried at all!

"Shhhh I didn't expect these guys to be so strong?! ”

After a while, everyone realized that the situation was not good...... Attack and defense are gradually becoming indecisive!

However, anyone knows that hesitation at this time will reveal a fatal flaw -

Sure enough, it didn't take long for Lemuel and Vane to ......

Everybody was hit!

The body was so destroyed that some of the skeletons were even exposed! And then, in order to get nutrients from the larvae -

Naturally, the easiest method will be chosen!

Like they've been doing all the time before-

"Stop me!?"

At this moment, Lemuel desperately launched an attack that was close to "crazy" against the hordes of hatchlings!

The hatred that emanated from all over his body was that even Vane was taken aback!

It seems that at this moment, she really understands how strong her brother's hatred for "beasts" is. However, she couldn't just watch her brother fall into a siege!

"I've had enough! Don't want to lose anyone in this way anymore! ”

"So, get the hell out of my brother!!"

As soon as the words fell, she relied on her domineering combat power to disemboweling more than half of the hatchlings!

“Maste

Please exercise some restraint. And so on...... The energy will bottom out soon! ”

However, Vane had no intention of listening to persuasion at all-

"Anyone who hurts my brother must die!"

In the midst of all this roar and roar, she finally came to Lemuel's side. But at this time, he was even unconscious!

"Brother, cheer up!?"

The energy core in his chest flickered and flickered, as if it was dripping blood......

"...... Vane?"

"It's me! Brother, are you okay?! ”

Lemuel nodded, and in an instant the two of them had to face a tide of enemies again......

"How so?! Everyone was ——! so easily ”

At this moment, Riveria is racing against time to transform Noah's Ark -

Originally, it was just a "ship" for escape, and although it was equipped with a plasma element barrier to block most attacks, it lacked attack weapons!

At this moment, Riveria is making changes in this area in the hope of helping Lemuel and them.

"Damn!"

But at this moment, another never-before-seen ship appeared in the clouds......

"Who?!"

Later, through communication, it was learned that it was originally made by the "Dark Division" at the same time to fight against Noah's Ark......

"Really, you'd make such a mess...... It's ugly! ”

That's Levi's voice!

"I wanted to ask you, what the hell does this guy mean when he's still in the mood to play missing at such a critical time?!"

"That's right...... Well, force majeure? ”

Levi scratched his head and told the truth—even if it sounded perfunctory......

"Well, Professor Riveria, it took a lot of effort to get this ship! For the sake of this, you will forgive him, right?! ”

In an instant, there was a panicked voice from the other side of the communicator -

"Senior! Didn't you promise me a good explanation?! ”

Listening to the "noise" between the two of them becoming more and more serious, Rivilia finally couldn't bear it anymore......

"Shut up, y'all! Are you here to help, or are you here to make trouble?! ”

"Yes?! I'm sorry ......."

Suddenly, the two people who were unexpectedly angry were instantly silenced.

"Really, Levi, you're in charge of keeping those guys in check, and I'm in charge of recovering the damaged mech—"

"Got it!"

After a few hours, the transformation of Noah's Ark was completed, and the repair of the damaged body was completed...... And with Levi's help—

The situation is getting worse and worse. However, the sowing of the "seeds" continues!

It seems that it is impossible to enter the imaginary space with all the members, so ......

"I'll leave it to us, Lemuel...... Look for an opportunity to enter the 'imaginary space'! ”

"Got it! Brother—"

"Well, let's go!"

Faced with Allen's suggestion, the two of them did not refuse; Didn't hesitate...... Because both Lemuel and Vane know that—

This is undoubtedly a group of companions who deserve their lives!