In The Middle Of Two Sides

Chapter 10: Praeludium (prelude)

When they arrived and entered, they saw that there was no one inside, but there was a note that said, "We had to leave due to a new attack. We'll be back soon. Yui, Tetsuya, and Haruto."Kouta: Hmmm, something doesn't appeal to me. I can't feel their energies anywhere near here. Where could they be?

Sanae: Do you want me to call reinforcements to look for them?

Kouta: Don't worry, it won't be necessary. I'll call Adeus to tell him that his surprise will have to arrive first.

Sanae: Oh, surprise? I love surprises!

Kouta: Yeah, well, I liked this surprise too when I found out, so if you'll excuse me, I'll call him now.

And after that, Kouta proceeded to call Adeus. Shortly after, the soldiers arrived thanks to an angel sent by Adeus to bring them.

Kaede: We've arrived, Mr. Kouta. Tell us, what do you need us for?

Kouta: Okay, guys. I'm sure you've heard about my teammates, so I want to ask you to help me find them inside here. And whoever finds them, please send a strong signal.

(Everyone): Yes, sir! *disperses*

Sanae: Hmm, so the surprise is that you now have servants?

Kouta: Soldiers. They're soldiers for the team. They'll help us complete our missions and also help us with our training.

Sanae: Yeaaah, of course, whatever you say. soo... we'll go find them?

Kouta: Yes, but first, get ready, okay? We have to be ready when they send the signal.

Sanae: Okydoky, Mr. Kouta.

Kouta: You're not going to stop calling me that, are you? *embarrassed expression*

Sanae: Nope, I like calling you that, hehe

Kouta: *sigh* Fine, whatever

And after that, Sanae started to put down her things and get ready while Kouta waited for the signal from outside, when suddenly, the signal finally appeared, to the southeast. Kouta