"Uh...thank you, Katie-sister."

"Hmph, you're welcome."

Sixia and Yunfa thanked her in confusion. Katie seemed pleased, raising her hand to brush her twin ponytails, looking very proud.

Her attitude seemed exactly the same as before. But for some reason, the aura they exuded was completely different. Her gaze was sharp, like that of a warrior who had experienced countless battles.

"You...are you really Katie and Dylan-san?"

They were awake, which was certainly a cause for celebration, but the situation before them was truly confusing. Dilan and Katie smiled wryly.

"After all, our souls are mixed with the spirits of ancient warriors."

"We weren't just sleeping in during this time!"

As they spoke, the two men swung their swords repeatedly. While the magic swords themselves had the power to "slay demons," the sight of them easily dealing with all incoming magic bullets and other attacks was truly breathtaking.

The adults around were also surprised when they saw Dilran and Katie who had just awakened.

Although they knew Oscar's artifact could awaken them, that was supposed to be five months from now. In reality, aside from the two of them, the other children were still in deep sleep. Even more unexpected was that the two would become powerful fighters, unleashing the exquisite combat skills of masters.

In reality, after being initially influenced by Mei's "regeneration" magic, they learned about their brothers' struggles as liberators, and were inspired to experience the memories of ancient warriors whose souls had blended into their own spiritual worlds, learning the essence of their fighting techniques. This is a fact that will be revealed in the near future.

"We'll discuss the details later. First, we need to stay alive."

"Let's buy some time! Colleen, quickly hide inside the ice wall!"

The demon soldiers crossed the front line one after another and attacked. Dilan and Katie stepped forward to deal with them.

Even with the addition of two superhuman-level fighters, the situation is still extremely dangerous.

The adults were busy lifting the injured people who had fallen off the sled onto the sled. Sixia also went to help. Ruth was busy repairing the sled, and Colleen and Yunfa got on the sled first.

At that moment, a massive explosion erupted in the eastern sky, followed by a terrifying blast. A powerful shockwave swept through, slicing through the frost trees. Everyone dropped to the ground, steadying themselves to avoid being blown away.

"That's... Miss Margaret and the others!?"

It seems that something has happened to the Xuni clan who were towing the flying fleet on the other side.

However, before they could confirm the situation, a new wave of crisis came.

There was a rumbling sound, as if the earth were shaking. A man with a sullen face shouted.

"It's an avalanche! The avalanche is coming!"

The worst had happened. Everyone boarded the sleds that were still moving and began to move.

"Ruth, that's enough! Get up there!" an adult yelled. Regardless, it was too late for the gray-clad men and experimental subjects fighting on the front lines to evacuate.

"Damn it! Damn it!" Ruth almost cried and hurried back to the sled with Colleen and others.

The front line was buried by the avalanche. Dylan and Katie also got on the sled.

The situation is urgent and extremely critical.

Yunfa looked at the sleds and called out anxiously, "Sister Si? Where is Sister Si!?"

Everyone was startled and looked around. Si Xia, who had just been helping to rescue people, was now nowhere to be seen...

No, she was there. She was at the edge of the crevasse, her head and a hand poking out. She'd been blown away by the sudden gust of wind and nearly fallen into the crevasse. She couldn't seem to climb out on her own, so she could only desperately hold on.

Sixia saw the avalanche approaching and turned her eyes to the other side.

"Si-sister! Wait, I'm coming to save you!"

Seeing Yunfa about to jump off the sled, Colleen and the adults around her were trying to stop her with serious expressions.

"Don't come over here!"

Sixia shouted. It was the harshest tone she had ever used, enough to make Yunfa and the others stop.

The two sisters' eyes met, and Sixia's face showed a loving smile.

Yunfa paled when he realized his sister's intention. Then...

“…I’ll leave that person to you.”

Si Xia took the initiative to let go of her hand, and her figure disappeared into the ice crack.

“No! Nooooooooooooooooooooooooooooo!”

Yunfa's screams echoed. Kelin cried and hugged Yunfa tightly.

The sled raced forward, desperately trying to escape the avalanche.

They survived, even though they lost many important things.

Just one day later, Oscar and Natsu arrived.

Prequel 06 Chapter 5: The Contract that Continues the Future

The sun is gradually setting in the west.

The evening sky usually looked beautiful, but now it was just unsettling.

In her eyes, it seemed as if the whole world was engulfed in flames.

Meredith bit her lower lip, swallowing the blood for the umpteenth time. Flying at high speed, she glanced at Mel and Ross, who were flying with her.

Both of them stared straight ahead, looking very strong.

However, Meredith could see that they were both very depressed. The sadness in their eyes and the heartache that occasionally appeared on their faces were impossible to hide.

Meredith didn't know what to say to the two of them.

Mel and Ross both lost their precious family members. What should I say at this moment?

The only thing to be thankful for was that her sister, Tigne, whom Mei held so carefully in her arms, was still safe. Furthermore, I heard that Sharon and the others had also successfully escaped the Dragon Kingdom.

"Laurel...Sharon will definitely be fine. Because..."

Why? Because he had Leonheide and Nesica with him, so he was definitely still alive—should I tell Ross that?

There are no absolutes in the world. This is what Mireidi and the others have always believed, and it's true. Now they're suffering for it.

In this world, the Dragon Kingdom was a safe place second only to the "Sea of ​​Trees where the Queen resides." But now it has completely collapsed, and many of my companions have perished there.

The Magical Armor Melkine was half-destroyed and abandoned in the mountains. Sarus, Mikaela and other companions on the ship were all dead.

Rouse's resurrection magic can only save lives within a few hours after death. Even with the effect of sublimation magic, it can only be extended to about half a day at most.

However, when the bodies of their companions were discovered, they had already died several days ago and could not be saved. All they gained was a resurrection of the past.

In the past, the trustworthy dragons betrayed them, a scene they had witnessed, a scene they found unbelievable. Furthermore, Sarus left a warning before his death, allowing Meredith and the others to see it through his rebirth. Following his warning, Meredith and the others infiltrated the Dragon Kingdom.

There, they saw the bodies of His Majesty the Dragon King Tragudi, Dragon General Gleis, and many other dragons who had been executed nailed to the wall, and many dragons had also been imprisoned.

Facing such a bleak scene, the one who spoke loudly about the future of the Dragon Kingdom was none other than Princess Sylvie. No, she should be called the new Dragon King. Apostles and knights lined up on either side of her, and thousands of her fellow dragonkind, mainly young dragonkin, were lost in a frenzy of enthusiasm.

Looking at this scene, you can tell what happened at a glance.

It is undoubtedly a nightmare come true.

Fortunately, the group looked around to see if there were any companions hiding through the recreated scenes of the past, and finally found that many dragon people still fled to the mountainous area.

In the video, we can also see Nesica driving Sharon, Ryan Hyde and others away.

"Middley, don't worry about me."

Just when Meredy hesitated and didn't know what to say, Ross said this to her in a very hoarse voice.

"I'm not the only one who lost family members."

Rouse was right. To Meredith, Sarus and his companions were like family.

Mireddy was also heartbroken at losing them.

"Furthermore, Sarus and the others, Kagu, and Lord Grace have all fulfilled their duties."

How should I explain this to Oscar?

After finally reuniting with his grandfather, he passed away forever so soon. What would Bandhu think?

Meredith saw everything that happened to them before they died.

They didn't die in vain; their deaths were valuable and meaningful. But...

"In the end, Kaim and Shem both chose their own paths. You saw their expressions. They looked triumphant and content."

The two brothers fought against the Apostolic Knights led by Darion until the very end.

Lykolis and Deborah ultimately refused to relinquish their faith and, following Darion's orders, attacked Kaim and Shem, just as they had done to Sharon. However, the brothers remained unwavering.

With such a firm resolve, the two rebelled against the church and everything in their previous lives.

Finally, by the end of the aerial battle, the two brothers had managed to hold back Darion and a large number of knights.

Therefore, it was definitely not just Sharon and his group who escaped, but many other people as well.

But, but. The sight of Royce holding the brothers' battered bodies and silently shedding tears was truly heartbreaking.

The group didn't have enough money to take the remains away, so Rouse had to dig a grave for his family in the nearby woods. That figure looked so helpless. The mightiest knight, shouldering so many burdens, only at this moment looked like an old man with a vicissitudes of life.

Witnessing that figure, as the leader of the liberators, Meredith still wanted to...

"I'll say it again, don't worry about me. I... my sons..."

Rolls expressed all his emotions in this sentence. Although his tone was trembling, it was clear and firm.

"I'm proud of them."

"…………Um."

Meredith pressed her lips together, holding back her tears and nodded.

"Mei'er, it's the same with you, isn't it?"

Hearing Ross ask this, Mei'er looked into the distance.

"...I still can't help but think of it."

What came to mind was the scene he witnessed in the mountain where the pirate group was hiding on the way to the Dragon Kingdom.

There, they found the corpses of the pirates piled high. Reliving the past, they saw—

"No, the number difference is too big!"

"We're almost completely surrounded. There's no escape!"

"We'll be the bait! You guys take this opportunity to find a place to hide!"

"Tigne, that's enough! Don't use "Recovery" again, or you'll die!"

"This is the order from the mate! Katie, lead Tigne out of the encirclement!"

The pirates continued to resist tenaciously, and after realizing that there was no hope, they fought to the end with all their might in order to keep Tigne alive.

Knowing it was time to say goodbye to her companions, Katie, with tears in her eyes, smiled and said, "Leave it to me!" She lifted Tigne up and ran away. Tigne, carried on her shoulders, reached out behind her, crying out that she, too, was a member of the pirate group and would die with them. Her cries from that moment still linger in my ears.

"Captain, I'm sorry, I have to leave first. At least we saved our princess, so please don't bother with me."

These were the last words Chris left.

He kept his promise and finally saved the pirate princess.

Then, Meredith and the others came to a large waterfall at a high altitude near the top of the mountain. Inside the waterfall was a hidden cave, and Katie and Tine were inside.

Katie fell to the ground, several arrows lodged in her back. Even with her fatal wounds, she persevered and ran here with Tigne, where she finally died.

However, she also held on to what she should protect, the treasure of her best friend.

Beneath Katie's body, Tigne was found unharmed.

She had cast "Recovery" countless times, overusing her power, causing her soul to weaken and her condition to become critical. However, she was still alive.

After receiving treatment, Tigne regained consciousness after a while.

"Sister, I'm sorry, I'm sorry. I couldn't protect you all."

Tigne kept apologizing, constantly apologizing to May.

Her cries were heartbreaking. She cried continuously, then fell into a deep sleep as if fainting, and has not woken up yet. Mei'er stroked her sister's head in her arms and muttered to herself.

"No remains of any Principality soldiers were found at the scene."

This meant that even in desperate situations, they still adhered to their principles as "Liberators" and did not kill any combat forces outside the church.

Therefore, Mei'er couldn't help but think this way, she had to think this way──

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