Saturday, July 3
While the Sun Rangers had been able to sneak into the underground people's factory, they were now obviously a lot more alert. The soldiers would patrol more often, and they were clearly armed. They didn't want to allow any more intruders.
“I'm really glad we hurried.”
Kiriha observed the factory on the other end of the forest through her digital binoculars and let out a small sigh of relief. Confused by Kiriha's reaction, Koutarou who was watching the factory next to her asked her for her reason.
“Why? Isn't it more problematic if there are more guards?”
“While it is problematic, it means there is still something left to be guarded.”
“I see, so it would actually be worse for us if it wasn't as guarded.”
“Precisely.”
The fact that the guards had increased around the factory meant that the radical faction still needed it. Since Koutarou and the others wanted to find out what they were doing, the fact that the guards had increased meant that the evidence they wanted was still inside the factory. A decreased guard meant that the factory was no longer producing anything, and it would be too late even if Koutarou and the others infiltrated it. While more enemies was troublesome, it wasn't all bad news.
“There's also one more reason I'm glad we hurried.”
“And that is?”
“The fact that the guard is so obviously armed means that it won't be long until the factory won't be needed anymore.”
“You mean that they no longer need to worry about being seen?”
The factory guards were quite obviously more armed than a general corporations guard. The factory guards weren't even trying to hide their weapons as they patrolled the factory site. In Japan there were practically no factory were the guards were armed with guns. That's why if they were spotted by someone, they would easily be able to tell that something is wrong. At this rate it was only a matter of time before they were reported for engaging in terrorism.
But what if they wouldn't be for long?
Before the police or mass media could reach the factory, it would have outlived its purpose. Or, they might already have begun their attack on the surface. If that was the situation, it didn't matter if the general population spotted them. The primary risk was having the enemy infiltrate them once more.
“Satomi-san, don't go too far ahead. You'll step out of the area of the camouflage spell.”
“Ah, sorry, Yurika.”
Koutarou and the others were approaching the factory while being protected by Yurika and Maki's spells. While there was still some distance, magic was perfect for closing in as the radical faction still hadn't noticed them. However, they should have access to magic as well, so they couldn't be careless.
“Baron-san, it's about time we split up.”
“You're right. Red Shine, take care of my friends.”
“Of course.”
From here, they would split into the diversion team and the infiltration team as planned.
Kiriha was the leader for the infiltration team, and it would consist of her, Koutarou, Clan, and Harumi. The diversion team consisted of the remaining people with its leader being Red Shine, Kenichi. The diversion team would distract the enemy, to allow for the infiltration team to sneak into the factory and gather information, and if possible, sabotage the factory.
“Then we're going.”
“See you later everyone.”
“Theiamillis-san, don't mess up.”
“You're the ones more likely to be in danger. Be careful.”
After saying their farewells, the infiltration team disappeared into the woods. The remaining diversion team remained on the spot until they could no longer see the others.
“... By the way everyone, can I ask you something?”
Once Koutarou and the others couldn't be seen, Kenichi asked the remaining girls of room 106. It was something he hadn't asked, but wanted to.
“I don't mind. What is it?”
Theia represented the group and answered. As she did, Kenichi asked hesitantly.
“I've been wondering, but what relationship do you all have? Your group is so rich in variety that I can't even imagine.”
Kiriha was from the underground and the remaining members were helping her, that much he knew. However, he had no idea as to why they began working together.
A leader of the underground people, Kiriha. Theia, Ruth, and Clan who had extremely advanced technology. Yurika, Maki, and Harumi who could use magic. Sanae who had spiritual powers. Shizuka who was overwhelmingly strong with martial arts. And finally Koutarou who brought them together.
Kenichi couldn't fathom why such a varied group had gathered in one place.