Reawaken the World

Underground Exploration (Part 2)

(“What's wrong?”) 

 

"Ts: This code is the sign → (“..... ”) to show the conversation bubble."

"But Elena encouraged him to continue."

 

(“Don't worry, it's okay. So, what do you want to say about those rumors? ”) 

 

(“Ah, right, about the boy, you know. I'm sure he found his way underground, this place is still on the outskirts of Kuzusuhara ruins, isn't it? So I just thought that he must have found the entrance somewhere and got his relics from the underground city. There were still not many Yarata scorpions back then, so there were almost no scorpions on the surface, it would explain why the boy was able to return alive. Sounds like a good explanation, don't you think?”) 

 

"About who knows exactly what happened, pretends not to know. He didn't want to say anything because it would probably reveal his secret."

 

"Elena thought for a moment before answering."

 

(“Well, that sounds pretty reasonable.. You didn't think to look for another entrance to carry the relic, did you? Just so you know, I won't help you. ”) 

 

"Elena firmly told Shikarabe that she would not help. He gathered the layout and topology information of the area and made a rough map using that information, so he might be able to find another entrance if he used that rough map."

 

(“I know . I also have no plans to fight with the city. I'm just saying that because I think that's probably a good explanation for that rumor. Relax, I don't plan on causing any problems. ”) 

 

"Elena then told Shikarabe why his mood was bad."

 

(“Thankfully you didn't plan anything dangerous. Now that you bring up those rumors, it reminds us of the past. We also followed the rumor and something bad happened because of it. ”) 

 

"Shikarabe finally understood why Elena was in such a bad mood."

 

(“Ah, so, sorry about that. Are you Akira too? ”) 

 

(“Yes, something similar. ”) 

 

"In fact, Akira is actually the source of the rumor. He was attacked by several Hunters when he had just started without any real equipment, he was then attacked once again by a former Hunter who wanted to rob his relics when he returned. The rumors only brought trouble for him."

 

"Shikarabe knew how powerful Sara and Elena were, even if they went to the outskirts of Kuzusuhara where the rumor was referring, it would not get them into trouble. That's why he's kind of wondering why Elena and Sara are in such a bad mood."

 

 

(“But still, I never thought it would bother you that much. What exactly is going on? Did you miss a good request just to chase that rumor? ”) 

 

"Sara was silent for a few seconds before replying."

 

(“Well, a lot of things happened, but in the end, we came back with more money, so I guess that was a plus in the end. Not to mention we met someone who was kind and got valuable experience, it was a good trigger to reevaluate ourselves. In terms of results, it ended well, so I think it was pretty good. But of course, I can only say that now that it's all done. What about you, Elena? ”) 

 

"Elena smiled and replied."

 

(“ . I guess it ended well. I guess I will finish it because it will only continue to bother me if it does not. So yeah, I think I'm glad I was behind that rumor back then. ”) 

 

"How to laugh."

 

(“Ya, true. Not to mention our luck has gotten better since then, or rather, we've done quite well since then. ”) 

 

(“... Now that you mention it, it's true. I think we've really started to do well since it happened. ”) 

 

"Elena and Sara remember about that time. That is when they are having money problems and many other things to worry about. Now that they think about it, they realize that they started doing better since Akira saved them."

 

"At that point, their luck was at an all-time low. But then Akira saves them and they can overcome their situation. After that, everything always went well for them."

 

"Looking at how Elena and Sara were quickly overjoyed, Shikarabe felt it was a bit strange. But she then turned to Akira and asked him."

 

(“.... How about you, Akira?”) 

 

(“Good. Despite everything that happened, I think it ended well too. ”) 

 

"If Akira hadn't helped Sara and Elena at that time, she would probably have been killed while being attacked by a swarm of monsters while she was traveling together with Katsuragi. Putting aside his motives, what he was doing back then allowed him to survive a few days ago."

 

"Elena and Sara rejoice while Akira returns to her usual mood, but instead, Shikarabe's mood deteriorates."

 

(“Oh good, so in the end, only I have a big loss huh. Back then, I was sent by Drankam to search for relics that also double as training for the young Hunters in the gang. I was sent along with them. Stupid.. They didn't want to listen to me and it was very troublesome to help them. Shit, remembering it made me angry again. Let's end this topic here and continue exploring. I will vent this annoyance at any monster I can find. Akira, let's change positions, I'll take the lead. ”) 

 

 

"Shikarabe took the front position again as they continued their exploration of the underground city. They had to meet some monsters as Shikarabe expected, therefore, he could vent out all of his pent-up anger."

 

"During his exploration, they often encountered Yarata Scorpions."

 

"About shooting the head of the Yarata Scorpion who was about 5 meters in front of him and instantly killed him. He then continued to shower the other scorpions with his live bullets, fatally wounding them and rendering them unable to fight."

 

"The flocks they encountered were annihilated without even a chance to retreat. They can easily defeat 30 scorpions without any problems. Though unharmed, their faces were grim."

 

"Shikarabe saw the scorpion's corpse scattered, he kicked one of the corpses and said."

 

(“Their number is growing. It doesn't seem like it will decrease at all even after we kill this much. I wonder if there's a big nest around here. ”) 

 

"Ts: This code is the sign → (“..... ”) to show the conversation bubble."

"Elena reevaluated their situation. If there was indeed a large nest around them, they would have to hand the nest over to the extermination team. They had moved quite far away from the nearest transmitter station. Therefore, it is impossible to contact the nearest transmitter station in case something bad happens."

 

 

"Elena decided to order the entire group to return."

 

(“Come back now. We've got enough information and we're almost done one full shift, it's a good place to complete the exploration. ”) 

 

"So, the whole team headed to the nearest safe spot which was the 19th defensive point. Elena relied on the rough map she created to navigate through total darkness."

 

"About thinking their exploration would be completed without any problems at this speed, but Elena suddenly stopped and tilted her head."

 

(“...That's weird.”) 

 

"Elena's words somehow felt like a bad omen. Akira who noticed that asked her."

 

(“Is something wrong?”) 

 

(“Rute blocked the ruins, but this debris was not there when we passed it. ”) 

 

 

"When he saw the retracement results, he noticed there was debris and debris blocking the way back."

 

"Shikarabe then made a guess."

 

(“Other exploration teams may have encountered some monsters and used explosives at fragile points in the underground city. This damage should not be so fragile at first, but with scorpions digging holes all over the place, it's no wonder some areas are becoming fragile. ”) 

 

"Sara was confused as she asked Elena."

 

(“Elena, is there a detour we can take?”) 

 

"Their path back to defense point 19 is already closed. He wished he didn't have to wander around the underground city to look for another entrance. Elena gave a positive answer, but the answer didn't make Sara feel safer."

 

(“Don't worry, there are still many other routes we can take, but. Actually we've changed the route three times, you know. ”) 

 

"Elena's words made the other 3 Hunters tense. It had happened 3 times, so it was impossible to dismiss it as mere coincidence."

 

"Shikarabe then said calmly."

 

(“There may be a battle going on in the upper floors of the underground city or maybe even on the surface, that might be the reason why some weak points of the passageways were destroyed. I don't want to be buried alive here. It was the right decision to come back. After all, even though we decided to look for another route, we need to maintain our stamina and ammunition. ”) 

 

"They all understood that panicking there, even if it was unconscious, would be very dangerous given their situation. Elena tried to calm herself down as she said."

 

(“You're right, let's go. The next route we will take will be longer, but let's stay calm as we move forward. ”) 

 

"Elena, Sara, and Shikarabe were preparing to start moving again. Just as Akira was about to follow them, Alpha suddenly stopped him."

 

[About, tell Elena to stop and take the shortest route instead.]

 

"Ts: this code → [....... ]mark to indicate special speech bubble 'nano' or mechanical device."

(“I'm sure we've done that without even you telling us. ”) 

 

[That's not what I mean.]

 

"It looks a bit confused, so Alpha explains everything to him. Although the explanation includes many assumptions, if the assumption is correct, it will be very bad unless they immediately find a solution. His face immediately turned grim."

 

"It sounds terrible when he calls Elena."

 

(“Elena-san, can you stop for a moment?”) 

 

"When Elena saw Akira's serious expression, she immediately tensed up. It wasn't because he put his vigilance on Akira, but it was because of the situation they were in."

 

(“Akira, what is it?”) 

 

"Ts: This code is the sign → (“..... ”) to show the conversation bubble."

(“I want to check the debris blocking the route back to defense point 19. They weren't there when we came here. If possible, I want to get there as soon as possible. Is that okay?”) 

 

"Of course, Akira couldn't tell Elena that it was because Alpha told her to do it. She was actually worried that Elena would ask the reason because she asked him without explaining anything."

 

"Elena looked at Akira, she stared deep into her eyes trying to understand the meaning behind her words. He then made a decision."

 

(“Alright, let's go. You're in a hurry, aren't you? I'm sure you're in a hurry so you don't have time to explain your reasons. ”) 

 

(“Iya.”) 

 

(“Then go through here. ”) 

 

"Elena just said that before quickly starting to run. Akira and Sara immediately followed behind him. Shikarabe also followed even though it was a bit late."

 

"The team ran quickly through the underground city with Elena leading them. Therefore, they did not have the leeway to check his surroundings, they could be ambushed at any time. In the worst case scenario, the situation could be fatal. Although Elena knew that, she spurred the team faster."

 

"Shikarabe doesn't understand why Akira gave that suggestion and he is surprised that Elena accepted Akira's advice without even asking him the reason. He then shouted from behind while observing the wings."

 

(“Hai !! Can you at least tell me the reason why we're doing this? !! ”) 

 

"It was perfectly understandable that Shikarabe would ask that question, but Elena immediately rejected the question."

 

(“Do that later, you promised to obey the command of the team leader, right? If you don't want to, you are welcome to stay. ”) 

 

(“.... I will definitely ask you later, okay? !!”) 

 

"After he said that, Shikarabe clicked his tongue and continued running."

 

"Since they don't spend time scanning their surroundings, they can reach their destination faster. Akira reached the place first because he had already caught up with Elena. He suddenly stopped not too far away from the ruins blocking their path. Elena and the other Hunters who saw her also stopped behind her."

 

"Alpha looked worried as she said to Akira."

 

[About, grab your CWH anti-material rifle. You can thank the applicant for paying your ammunition fee again today.]

 

"Akira's face turned grim."

 

(“What is it again?”) 

 

[Yes]

 

"About changing his rifle from an AAH assault rifle to a CWH anti-material rifle, then he prepared his weapon and aimed at the ruins in front of him."

 

"Elena, who saw that, was shocked."

 

(“Akira, what do you do?”) 

 

(“Those things are not ruins !!”) 

 

"About just saying that before pulling the trigger."

 

"The "special CWH munition left the muzzle of the weapon and pierced through the object blocking the passageway. The bullet penetrated and tore the scorpion shell and blasted it into small pieces."

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