Xingtie, started with a guitar, and made a living by singing

Natasha stopped her recklessly. Facing this kind-hearted doctor, she couldn't act recklessly. She could only suppress her restless mind and listen to her patiently.

"The most urgent task now is not to seek revenge on those who have suffered equally devastating losses, but to find enough medical supplies to treat everyone."

Natasha admonished with a serious look.

“…They have some over there too.”

Xier said in a somewhat unhappy tone.

"If you do that, won't you be just like them?"

Natasha's tone became a little more severe.

"But--!"

This made Xier feel inexplicably aggrieved and angry, but when it came to big issues, she could not win the argument with the educated Natasha.

Therefore, when she looked at Wendy and was about to signal him to say a few words quickly, Bronya, who had been silent beside her, took the initiative to speak.

"Well, could you please let me say something?"

"Who are you?"

"Um... didn't we just talk about this before?"

"Who cares about that? I mean, where are you from? The mechanical settlement or some other homeless family? Or—are you actually from the upper class?"

This seemed to touch upon the secret that Bronya did not want anyone to know, and she immediately denied it.

And Xier also keenly noticed something from her fleeting panic expression.

She had done the same thing in the past when she'd tried to lie to her boss or Natasha.

Now, the people from the upper class district happened to appear at such a time, and they looked like they were specially disguised. It was obvious at first glance that they were guys with ulterior motives.

"No? No why are you so nervous?"

Seele's expression gradually became unfriendly, and the sickle in her hand made Bronya have no doubt that if she couldn't answer, the other party would definitely not have any "sympathy" for her.

She didn't bring her specially made sniper rifle with her on this trip. Even if she did, she wouldn't gain any advantage in such a narrow space, engaging the enemy in close combat.

The atmosphere suddenly became tense, and Natasha looked at Wendy. She knew that this girl had come with Wendy before.

If the other party is willing to guarantee her, she is also willing to invest her trust.

As everyone's gaze gradually focused on her, Wendy stopped watching and spread her hands.

"Natasha is right. What we need to do now is to treat the injured instead of wasting time on suspicion of each other."

Seeing Wendy express her opinion, Xier's attitude softened a little, but she still spoke unwillingly.

"That's true, but what if she's a spy from the upper district..."

"I'm not!"

Bronya, who had been subjected to groundless doubts and hostility, finally exploded.

This attracted a lot of unnecessary attention to her, and she realized it belatedly and subconsciously pursed her lips, just staring at Xier stubbornly.

In response to this, Xier, who had never lost before, naturally glared back with an expression that said, "If you want to fight, I'm here to accompany you."

It was not until Wendy reluctantly stepped into the center of their gazes that the eye contact that was about to create sparks came to a temporary end.

Natasha also asked at the right time.

"Wendy, who is she?"

"She's Bronya. A—"

Wendy seemed to be thinking about how to give her an identity. She deliberately stretched out her voice, and after attracting a somewhat reproachful look from Natasha, she chuckled and spoke.

"Someone similar to me, a kindhearted person with good intentions towards the lower class."

"Is it just that simple?"

Xier still felt suspicious, so Wendy had to be honest.

"Well, she's actually the heir to the Great Guardian, and her status is much higher than mine. She came here this time to sympathize with the people and contribute to the better life of the lower districts in the future."

"Do you think I'm some idiot with a foolish face? How could a guy like that, who's in a high position, stoop down to us, the outcasts?"

Xier said disdainfully.

Although Bronya was relieved that her true identity was not revealed, she felt guilty and helpless when she heard such hostile remarks.

The Lower Realm has long since despised the Great Guardian, even going so far as to dislike him. They no longer consider themselves Beloberg's subjects and are hostile to the Upper Realm's inhabitants. However, this isn't without reason...

"While that makes sense, who can say for sure? What if they just come over on a whim?"

And a certain malicious bard continued to speak carelessly.

"Also, Xi'er, although you're clumsy and picky, and you get sleepy after reading just two pages, you honestly admit your shortcomings, which I find very straightforward and endearing."

"Hmm—who are you calling cute?! You slick singing scoundrel!"

Xier's cheeks flushed, and she could only try her best to hide her embarrassment while scolding.

"Also, don't think I didn't hear you calling me stupid!"

Bronya looked at the two noisy people, feeling a little jealous and even harboring resentment towards a certain bard.

You create problems for others on your own and then solve them on your own, causing them to worry for nothing!

Moreover, he had clearly praised her beautiful name not long ago and always had a lot of words to cheer her up.

But after arriving here, they ignored her and just chatted with others. They did not fulfill the duties of a "tour guide" at all. No wonder they were given such an ugly nickname.

"Hmm? What does that look mean? It's really annoying! If you don't have anything else to do, could you please just leave quickly and cleanly?"

Bronya, who was watching the fight, was dragged into it again by Seele, and was easily provoked by her few words.

"Why do you always pick on me like this!"

Just as the two were about to start arguing again, a chilling gaze made them stop and turn to look at the source of the gaze.

Natasha maintained a faint smile at this moment. The gentle smile that should have made people feel comfortable was a little scary at this moment.

"I say, since the three of you have so much energy to quarrel in the clinic and disturb other patients' rest, could you please help me get some medical supplies?"

Although it was a question, the tone was undeniably strong. Even Wendy, the "prime offender" who had started the conversation, didn't dare to add fuel to the fire.

The three people who were kicked out of the clinic looked at each other, and Xier snorted again and stood next to Wendy, which made the young lady who was the heir of a certain great guardian frown.

As if to show the closeness of their relationship, she followed Wendy closely, almost touching her shoulder, which made Xier almost unable to hold back her expression.

The bard, feeling that he was a great enemy, quickly gave up his position in the middle and walked to the front to lead the way.

The third stop in the lower area, the purpose has changed——

Chapter 26: Advance and Retreat Together

The lower district originally had a dedicated factory for the production of medical supplies, but with the erosion of the Rift worsening day by day and the blockade order severing logistics channels, the factory was soon forced to close due to its lack of new material supplies.

Natasha obtained most of these medical supplies by purchasing them from others and making them herself, but doing so naturally has its limits.

The shortage of painkillers alone was enough to give her a headache.

Currently, the place with the largest known stock of medical supplies is Rivet Town, followed by various human settlements.

The former are scattered in various areas, and the latter cannot be bought in such large quantities even if one wants to, unless one robs them openly like a looter.

Therefore, sending Wendy and others out to look for medical supplies was a last resort.

However, Rivet Town is the main activity area for the Rift Monsters, so even a skilled fighter like Seer would try to avoid going deep into the enemy territory alone.

Otherwise, if you are dragged down by the monsters from the Rift, it will not be easy to escape with just a few minor injuries.

Even if Xier possesses the power of destiny and can freely travel between quantum states, it is obvious that the same cannot be done for medical supplies.

For this reason, she frowned as she decided to head to Rivet Town.

At the same time, he also looked at the two "burdens".

"You two stay outside to support me, so you don't have to go in together."

"How can that be! Natasha said that the three of us should go together to get it. If we let you go into such a dangerous place alone, what will happen if something unexpected happens?"

Although she doesn't get along well with Seele, Bronya is ultimately a kind-hearted Silvermane Guardian with some experience fighting monsters from the Rift.

Individual combat like this is the practice that Beloberg most discourages, or in other words, in an organized army, this kind of individual heroism is most unacceptable and may even be a disaster.

Even elite soldiers like Garrison Officer Jeppard and Lieutenant Dunn, who possess good individual capabilities, will never abandon team combat for the sake of temporary prestige.

"Hmph. Don't act like you know a lot about this place. All you need to know is that there are only three ways to do things here—"

Xier raised three fingers towards her and said something along with it.

"Right, wrong, and my way of doing things. And you, just listen to what I say and do what I say."

"--you!"

Just when Bronya was about to argue with her, Wendy had to act as a lubricant again.

"Alright, alright. Didn't we agree not to argue beforehand?"

There was no way. For some reason, these two people were fine when chatting with me alone, but when they met each other, they were like a powder keg that would explode at any moment.

"I have no intention of arguing with her. I'm just stating the objective facts."

It has to be said that when arriving at this area close to the rift, Xier's condition gradually returned to her usual cool and stern feeling.

"Yes, yes. But even if it's Lady Xier, you still need someone to help you, right?"

Wendy, who knew the girl's itchy spot, said appropriately.

"Well—so I say, just let you stay outside."

The effect was good, and Xier's attitude softened a lot.

"But if that happens, you won't be able to admire Xier's glory anytime, anywhere. I've always wanted to compose a song for you."

Wendy winked at her and laughed playfully.

"How about calling it Fantasy Sea Dream Butterfly?"

In response to this, Xier was silent for a while before speaking again.

"You... you're clearly the weakest among us, yet you act like you're just here for a trip. Do you really understand the dangers of the Rift?"

"I know. The monsters in there are all ferocious and murderous, but—"

At this point, Wendy changed her playful attitude and spoke seriously.

"Asking us to leave our companions to risk their lives while we ourselves sit back and do nothing is no easier than facing danger head-on."

"...Wendy is right. You may be very strong, but one more person means more support. Don't worry about us hindering you. I will follow your command."

Although it is unclear why Seele thinks Wendy is the "weakest" one, the poor situation in the lower area has led Bronya to a certain extent of misjudgment.

To survive in such a harsh environment, perhaps they all have to desperately stimulate their potential.

Therefore, it is natural for a person to be strong, but this does not mean that Xier does not need help.

Anyone who can survive such a difficult situation must understand the basic common sense that “many hands make light work”.

Faced with the two people's persuasion, Xier finally turned her face away as if she had admitted defeat, just carried the sickle on her shoulder and walked inside.

"Great. It seems Xier agrees. Let's follow!"

Wendy followed closely behind, and Xier had no way to deal with his behavior. She could only look at him with disgust while reminding the two of them of various safety matters.

Although verbal threats and physical contact were inevitable when talking about the deepest things, the concern in them was not fake, and Bronya could understand why she did so.

During the exploration process, Wendy used her rhetoric and the excuse that "she happened to have seen the map of Rivet Town before" to share the responsibility of leading the way.

Bronya was on guard while following the two of them.

During this period, she was naturally saddened by the dilapidated state of the town. She has always had a strong ability to empathize, which is why the previous scenes had such a great impact on her.

However, facing a completely fallen town like this is a completely different feeling.

This place was once home to many people, but it fell into ruin due to my mother's radical policies.