Lucy's Episode

Hah... hah...

Wait, Sweetie! This time, I'm definitely going to settle the score!

You! How far are you planning to follow me?! Huff... huff...

We couldn't settle it last time. I was interrupted a few times and you arrogantly avoided the fight... but this time, I'm going to finish it!

Take it easy. You're separated from the soldiers too. At this rate, we'll both end up lost...

Gotcha!

Huh? Wait! The ground!

...Oh dear.

Hey... are you okay...?

Ugh... ugh... uuuugh...

Where are we... It feels squishy and soft...

T-that's... ahh... my chest... Hehe! I didn't know you were this bold...

Ah! Sorry!

You just casually touched it. Isn't this moving a little too fast?

Well, since we're stuck here... if Sweetie wants it... Hehehe...

It was just an accident! Did you think we were going to lie down together?

H-Hey... Sweetie... are you alive? I'm starting to feel uncomfortable...

...Looks like it for now. I wouldn't be surprised if I die soon.

You can't die!

You were chasing me and attacking me earlier... now you're saying you don't want me to die...

I need to take you with me, that's why.

In this world, that's normal. To survive, I have to kill others, attack, and steal. Don't you know that, Swordbringer?

How would I know that. I didn't become a Swordbringer because I wanted to...

Anyway, I have no intention of surrendering. That's not the issue right now, though.

It's my mission.

So, you're the diligent type despite what you look like? I thought you were chasing me so hard because you were into me...

You're still making light of it. It seems like it's not that painful for you.

Let's get out of here first. You agree?

...Yeah.

Then, let me out. After that, whether we escape or fight, I'll go along with you.

Sweetie... I have something to tell you.

What is it?

...I'm stuck too.

You idiot!

Sweetie...

Why...

I don't think I can wait here much longer. If I run out of energy, I'll really turn into a fossil.

You just figured that out? If we don't get out of here, it'll be the end.

So, you've already come up with an escape plan?

No. I've given up.

...

...

...Since it's come to this, should we just make a child? It's our last hope.

Why is the story going in that direction?

Hah... Hey, you... don't you think about cooperating this time? If you help, I feel like I won't have to give up.

Is there a way?

You said your legs are stuck. I'm the opposite, my upper body is crushed by the rock. I can't breathe, I feel like I'm going to die.

Anyway, in this situation, it means that by combining our healthy parts, we'd make one whole person, right?

I see... That makes sense.

So, you, move the rock off me. Then I'll free your legs.

No way! If you get free, you'll run away for sure. Are you telling me to die alone in this darkness?

You seduced me and now you want to throw me away like trash... Ugh, you!

I didn't seduce you, I ran away!

Either way, I'm not running away. I don't want to live as an ungrateful trash.

How should I trust you?

Even if I get free, there's no way I can push the rock away and run alone. I'll barely be able to move.

So help me, Lucy.

...!

You... know my name...

Of course I know the name of the enemy who always talks like a villain. What do you think? It's a temporary alliance for survival.

...I understand.

But if you run away, I'll curse you for the rest of your life. Got it?

I got it, so hurry up and move it. If you keep talking, I feel like my ribs are going to break...

Fortunately, I can reach with my hands. Alright, now let me show you my true power! Urrrryyaaah...!

Amazing, Lucy! Just a little more!

I made it! I'm alive!

You idiot! If you get up now...! Kgh... Kyaah!

Oh no! The balance!

Ugh! Why are your hands going to my chest? Is that how much you want me, Sweetie... Hah!

I-I couldn't help it...

I'll help. Huryah!

Ha... Finally, I can move my limbs.

If you're out, move a little. It's fine to charge at me at any time, but being this close is exhausting.

Tch, damn it... How about over there?

No way. It looks like it collapsed a lot.

I thought we could get out once our bodies are free, but in the end, we're stuck together with the enemy.

Can't help it. We should be thankful for the little space we have.

This is all your fault, you fool, Sweetie! So why did you run that way?

Because you stubbornly followed me...!

Ha... Forget it. Arguing with you just doesn't help.

Lucy. Why do you hate me so much?

I don't hate you.

What?

I said I don't hate you. I'm chasing you because it's my job. On the contrary, I might be a bit interested?

Then how about you join hands with me...

If you keep talking nonsense, I'll bite you!

...Sorry.

...I have to carry out my mission. I owe it to Chief Hengest, who trusted me, and to His Majesty, who entrusted me with this responsibility.

Hengest? Vortigern? Do you even know what the Empire has done to the whole continent?

What does it matter? I told you, surviving is the most important thing to me.

Why are you doing this...

I'm from the barbarian tribe in the outskirts of Titania. My parents were killed by the Britannian army.

I struggled to survive. I followed the teachings of the Tiamat Church strictly, and I did whatever it took to catch the eye of Chief Hengest.

Thanks to that, I was able to lead the army.

Lucy...

If you understand, stop asking annoying questions. The reason I told you my circumstances is because I didn't want to argue with you.

The Empire's atrocities? What does it matter? The Emperor, who killed those who made my parents die and seized power, is a better person to me.

In the end, you too must have dreamed of a peaceful life... but it collapsed, and now you're driven by revenge.

Yeah. Is there a problem?

There is a problem.

Revenge only breeds more revenge. What about the families of those who were sacrificed by the army you raised...?

I feel sorry for your actions, but war isn't the answer. In the end, Vortigern's way will leave nothing behind.

Don't act like you know better, Sweetie. In this world, there's no other way.

And I... didn't harm people recklessly...!

So you're not going to kill me?

I said it's because of my mission.

No. Lucy, you're...

Don't say things like that. If you keep talking nonsense, I might just kill you right here.

You won't do that. You know that when someone dies, it leaves pain and suffering for those who remain.

When I think back, even when you were chasing me, you could've fought harder, but you always retreated without a fight, didn't you...?

Ugh, seriously, stop it!

Enough! If I keep arguing with you, I'll run out of the little strength I have left!

...Ugh, it's cold. Why is it so cold down here?

Should I take off my clothes for you?

I don't know, you idiot Sweetie. The excitement's gone now.

No matter which way, I hoped a rescue team would come, but... I can't wait any longer. Let's settle this here.

You don't have to say it. I know you'll do the same. Use all your remaining strength.

When I signal, push with all your might at the same time.

One, two...

Hey... wait a second...!

What's wrong?

Do we really have to do this, all squished together, holding hands so tightly?

Are you complaining? There's no other choice here. It's cramped, so this position is inevitable if we want to exert force.

Well, at least you come to the front! If you stay back there...

I can't focus because I feel such a huge cushion sensation on my back.

Hmph, troublesome. Fine.

Ugh, uhm...

Is this right? It's turned into a back-hugging position. It feels good, but it also kind of feels like we're a couple?

Ahh! Change it back!

It's probably ridiculous looking, but thankfully it's too dark to see. Now, are we really going to do this?

Okay. I'm ready too.

One, two...

Go!

Eeeek...!

Light!

Finally... we're out of this hell...

Phew, it's still evening. If the sun had completely set, we would've been in big trouble even if we managed to escape.

True.

Alright, then...

...! Lucy, are you still planning to fight?

...Tch.

I'll stop. If I take you now, it'll feel wrong.

Let's call it even for escaping that pit. I've repaid the debt from today. Got it?

Haha, got it.

Nonsense! Why should I eat with you and get along?

Damn it... I'll get you next time!

Sounded like a third-rate villain's line...

Shut up. You idiot, Sweetie.

I'll take care of it, so don't worry!

Anyway... thanks for today, Sweetie. See you again?

Just give me a break...