Something to cherish;

But something that had to be discarded.

Matching Point (Belief)

There is only one pattern for all stories, that is, four stages - [Beginning - Development - High - Tide - Ending], as long as the story is described according to this routine, it can be considered complete.

Of course, in some novels, it is not impossible to describe the end before it begins, simply put, it is a flashback - [ending - beginning - development - high tide].

Such a story can be completed at the stage of high tide, leaving readers with a sense of aftertaste and making them look forward to a possible sequel.

It's just that for Hiiragi, he thinks that his story only needs to be [beginning] and [end] is enough, but in fact, it has to go through many, many [developments].

The reason why only [beginning] and [end] are needed is because Hiiragi also thinks that [development] is often the trickiest paragraph, so he wants to skip it.

But even if you have the ability to read files, you can't reverse the determination of the development of the story, and you must go through the so-called development and high-tide stages.

Nangong Hiiragi is not a person who expects how great he can become, but in the face of the current situation, he has to do this and try to become the strongest.

Before becoming the strongest, the person in front of him is an insurmountable cliff......

This is the imperial capital half a month after the last battle, and Hiiragi also went outside for a long time to see the minister and Estes in order not to be caught by Estes's fox tail.

"You can follow General Estes in the future, as for what to do, you should know what to do, right? General Estes is the most important force in the Empire, and I don't need you to protect her, but there are other things to be aware of. ”

This was what the Chancellor had said before leaving, and it was clear that Estes had snatched himself from the Chancellor......

Hiiragi doesn't think it's a good thing, and it's certainly not a completely bad thing.

Standing on the streets of the imperial capital, Hiiragi was also carrying two huge bags in his hands, and Will next to him picked up more things.

Ahead, three women walking together were going to look at other stores, not knowing whether to buy clothes or snacks.

"Hey, Nan, it's weird, although it's a leisure time after training, but why did we come here to pick up things, and that guy Lan used some kind of 'sorting paperwork' as an excuse to escape, and Mr. Porus went to reunite with his family......"

"That's what you say...... But it seems to have been peaceful lately. ”

"Well, the guys at NightRaid don't seem to be in action, are they training like us?"

"Perhaps, this possibility is not impossible, which is the so-called 'calm before the storm'."

In fact, it is not a maybe, but a certainty, and all the members of the current NightRaid are practicing in the deep mountains.

In the ensuing battle, they will become stronger, and Hiiragiya's Jaegers force will have a great conflict when they return.

"You two, hurry up and keep up with us."

"Lord Estes, it's a pleasure to shop with you! I also sanctioned a few thieves just now! ”

"Yes, you can shoot, but don't execute it in front of everyone, even if it is to cut off the opponent's hands and feet."

Hiiragi also remembered the situation he had just encountered, those thieves were really miserable, and they actually ran into Seleuc at this time......

"I see."

Seleuc bowed his head in response.

"So."

Straightening his hat with his hand, Estes looked to the end of the street, which was crowded with people and a bazaar.

"Let's go over there and have a look, Black Hitomi, don't eat it."

"Lord Estes, do you want it?"

Estes glanced at the black pupil with a 'I really can't do anything about you' look, and his eyes fell on Hiiragi and Will.

"You'd better buy some clothes for the two of you, too? There's a store I know over there. ”

Hiiragi and Will glanced at each other, not knowing how to answer, only to keep up with them at the urging of Seleuc.

On his side, Hiiragi was only carrying two huge bags, but Will was four bags and a backpack hanging from his shoulders, and sweat was profusing from his forehead.

"Hiiragi, you're just too lazy."

"No way, this is Lord Estes's orders."

"Hmm...... It's obviously biased in favor of you, really, what the hell did you guy, right......"

As if something had suddenly occurred to Will, he closed the distance between him and Hiiragi

"In the NightRaid, the wanted criminal named Red Hitomi is Black Hitomi's sister."

"Yes, but at that time, you also saw the beliefs and thoughts of the black pupil, I'm afraid it is not something that ordinary people can easily change."

"No, I have no intention of rejecting her beliefs, I just want to try to make their relationship less sad...... I want to change the whole country from within the empire, not just as a reward for the benefactor who saved me. ”

"Then why are you asking me?"

"Because since General Estes and you met, a lot has changed, and in the past, I was a General Estes who could tear apart the dragon with one hand."

Will continued before Hiiragi could speak

"One thing is for sure, I'm definitely not going to change my mind."

Will is a determined man, but the environment he is in is completely different from what he imagined, and it is definitely not so beautiful.

Everyone's happiness will be different, and Hiiragi has no reason to refute him or change him here.

From the beginning, Hiiragi never expected anything from others, which is why he was alone most of the time.

It's not because 'socializing with others reduces the intensity of people', and it's not because 'others only cause trouble for themselves', but because Hiiragi can't be who the other person thinks.

It's like being a traverser now, and now I'm still alone.

Hiiragi doesn't hate being alone, at least it's very convenient when moving, and with the abilities and weapons he has, it can be said to be very strong.

So what are you looking forward to?

A partner to think with? A friend struggling together in an infinite world?

No, at the end of the day, Hiiragi also expects something that has nothing to do with others, but rather what he expects from himself.

It's a belief, and like Will, it will never change it.

Of course, Hiiragi also understands that having a companion is not a bad thing, after all, there will be a kind object in many cases, regardless of whether the other party is male or female.

In fact, many times Hiiragi will also start a small meeting in his mind [Hiiragi No. 1] [Hiiragi No. 2] to talk and debate.

This is not schizophrenia, but an imaginary temporary personality in order to see things from multiple perspectives.

Speaking of which, Hiiragi has already understood that he is not normal.

The number of deaths, the thinking of problems, the interference with others, and the control of the mind are all beyond the scope of the average person.

Is this the real traverser? - Of course I lied to you.

At the end of the conversation, the two men followed Estes and the others in front into a clothing store.

There weren't many people inside, only the shopkeeper was sitting at the counter near the entrance reading the newspaper.

It was a store manager who looked to be a little old, and after seeing Estes, he immediately put down the newspaper and nodded.

Walking down the somewhat narrow corridor to the inside, Hiiragi and Will, who put things at the entrance, saw a lot of men's clothing.

Closer to the outside were women's clothes, but Estes and Seleuc, with the addition of the black pupils, had no intention of showing themselves clothes, so they walked directly and headed inside.

Estes, who was at the front, picked up a piece of clothing and said to Hiiragi with a smile

"You just try this, there's a locker room over there."

"Will, wear this to see ......"

Estes chooses a gray-black suit, while Black Hitomi gives Will a denim suit.

Glancing at Will, Hiiragi sighed and entered a different locker room with Will.

As mentioned earlier, Hiiragi doesn't like formal occasions either.,I like the casual atmosphere more.,It's obvious that it doesn't match these clothes.,It's just-

After changing their clothes, two people walked out of it.

"Well...... Nan, unexpectedly suitable for this weak scholarly clothes. ”

"Lord Estes, I'm half an athlete too."

"When you run away from me?"

"Hmm......"

Hiiragi also shifted his gaze to Will.

On the other side, Will, who was wearing a wild breath, heard laughter.

"Poof...... Haha, haha...... Will ......"

"Laugh at what! This is obviously the clothes you chose! ”

"Don't get excited, Will, it's not bad, you can try using a pistol as a weapon in the future! Xiaobi thinks so, too. ”

Seleuc said very heartily, and Xiaobi ran at Will's feet.

In this case, Estes clasped her hands on her chest, and she frowned and saw a few clothes.

Those clothes are not everyday clothes, but clothes that are used to wear while sleeping, that is, pajamas.

"Very well, by the way, I'll show you this."

"No, Lord Estes, I don't think I need to be casual."

"What do you mean? Could it be that you are a naked sleeper? I didn't find it before, but it was hidden? ”

Estes's question made the other three look at Hiiragi with strange eyes.

Indeed, Estes is a powerful and domineering person in the eyes of these people, not a casual person, but in private he is a guy who acts casually for the sake of fun.

Well, especially asking about his knowledge of those plants, torture or something, Hiiragi doesn't want to touch it at all.

"In that case, Will will buy it too, right?"

Black Hitomi tapped her forehead with her hand, and with Seleuc's help, they once again picked out a dress for Will.

Here, the pajamas chosen by Estes turned out to be animal!

Since birth, Hiiragi has no intention of becoming a moe character!

"Wear it, or do you want me to help you?"

"I guess I'd better do it myself."

Hiiragi also chose to compromise.

After changing their clothes with Will and coming out of the locker room again, all three women burst into laughter.

"Ahaha, you look like mascots!"

Seleuc tilted his head

"It's like Xiaobi's food."

Frightened, the two of them took a step back.

"Well, it's a good look, it's better than I imagined, and it's good to do it once in a while."

"Will ...... Funny......"

Estes and Black Hitomi didn't make any detailed comments, and they were quite satisfied from the situation.

As far as the results are concerned, Hiiragi also bought the two outfits he chose with Will at the beginning, and the pajamas in the back chose to refuse fiercely!

After the afternoon shopping time, I will return to work tomorrow.

The Jaegers' job during this time was to protect the nobles and officials who might be attacked by the NightRaid, as well as some wealthy merchants.

These people secretly have dealings with ministers and exploit the people in various ways.

Even so, Hiiragi and the others still need to protect them due to the order.

It's just that with the recent disappearance of NightRaid, all protection has not helped.

Trying to wait for the rabbit is also not effective.

……

After a shopping trip that consumed a lot of energy, Hiiragi also returned to the royal city.

So far, the Imperial Tools he has are [Military Dream (Scream)], [Two Great Axes (Belwack)], [God's Imperial Hand (Perfect)], and his own Imperial Equipment [King Kaguya (Dragon's Claw)].

Hiiragi also trains in the blank time, but if you want to use it all, it must be at the most critical time.

After all, using these imperial tools is equivalent to being an enemy of Estes, and at the same time, you have to deal with NightRaid, which is quite troublesome.

In addition, Hiiragi also tried to make some sophisticated weapons using [Kami no Mide (Perfect)], and the results were all successful.

For example, a bomb with a piece of iron that explodes when squeezed, or a drug that dissolves when poured on an object, even the most complex things cannot be completed, and it requires a lot of basic knowledge.

Thinking of this, Hiiragi, who came out of the room, also walked towards the courtyard, preparing to meet Estes, and at this time, ran into Ran.

"Good afternoon."

"Hello, are you going to find Lord Estes?"

Hearing Hiiragi's question, Ran nodded

"The days of idleness are over, and the accidents caused by the inferior reinforcements are just the beginning."

"Refers to ......"

"As mentioned above at the meeting, it was a reinforcement from Dr. Fashion's other research institutes, and someone must have released it on purpose, but now, I have gathered a piece of information."

Want to hear it?

With such an expression, Lan walked towards Estes sticking out of the courtyard.

Hiiragi didn't hesitate, but followed directly to the courtyard.

There, sitting on a chair, is the queen, Estes.

"Lord Estes, believed to be the characters of NightRaid Red Hitomi and Mayne, was sighted on the streets of Romarie to the east."

Standing up from his chair, Estes waved his hand

"Gather all the hunters."

The battle of their respective beliefs is about to begin.