Hybrid x Heart Magias Academy Ataraxia Volume 11 - Ch Ch Side Story

The wind made the blonde hair flutter and passed through while licking the brown skin.

Standing on a tall cliff, that soldier was staring at the sky far away.

Her gaze was staring at the territory of Vatlantis empire ahead.

There wouldnt be much more time until a large fleet would arrive from that sky. The moment that fleet came into view, the spark of battle would be lit.

Gravel looked behind.

Over there was the territory of Izgard. And then the whole army of Izgard was massing at that land. Several dozens of battleship and several thousands of magic weapon and magic knights wearing magic armor were all looking up at Gravel.

Listen ladies! Vatlantiss fleet will arrive after this! Its likely that they even combine the third, fourth, and fifth fleet of the subjugation army to form a large fleet!

The soldiers of Izgard were listening to those words without even feeling particularly surprised.

But with you ladies the proud soldiers of Izgard, our veteran heroes here, they arent worthy of fear! Even if they will attack us many times, then we will also repel them back as many times as they come!

UOOOOOOOOOO, such war cry was raised. There wasnt even a speck of fear in them. Rather all of them were even smiling.

Rout the Vatlantis!

We arent going to let those pretending imperial bunches to go home alive!

We will beat into them the decorum of Izgard-style at them!

The rough soldiers changed the excitement welling up from inside their body into scorn and jeer toward Vatlantis and spitted them out.

And then at the same time, words of praise for Gravel were also yelled from their excited mouth.

Gravel!

Izgards hero!

The dark brown beast is with us!

Dark brown beast.

People called Gravel like that.

Soft and supple body that gave the impression a wild carnivore. That body was hiding speed that was like wind and strength that was like steel.

It was like a flesh for the use of battle. And then tough force of will was dwelling in that flesh.

The magic power that force of will produced took shape and protected her body.

That was magic armor Zoros.

Clad in the rare Ros-series magic armor, the hero of the frontier.

That was the existence called Gravel.

She was a soldier of Izgard, a small country in Atlantis world. In order to put Izgard under their rule, the large country Vatlantis empire shook Izgard financially and politically before the situation finally developed into a military clash.

Izgard was greatly late behind Vatlantis in the development of magic mechanism technology. The difference in performance of magic weapon and battleship between the two countries was clear, furthermore there was also an overwhelming different in battle power regarding the amount of material resources.

The battle would likely be decided within a few days.

The Vatlantis army was able to float a composed smile like that was about a month ago.

Along the border of Vatlantis and IZgard, the wreckages of Vatlantis magic weapons were increasing. The complexion of Vatlantis army was also changing along with the height increase of the mountain of wreckage.

No matter how many times they attacked, they couldnt break through the defense line of Izgard.

The one who was leading the army of that Izgard was exactly Gravel.

The brown skinned soldier with fluttering blond hair, who entirely repelled back the invasion of Vatlantis with her huge gunsword. Vatlantis army called that soldier the dark brown beast and feared her.

However the subjugation army of Vatlantis who was fighting at the front line wouldnt receive any forgiveness if they were defeated by more than this. Finally today they would launch an all-out attack without paying attention to their appearance.

So they come.

Gravels orange pupils caught the enemy silhouette that appeared from the sky beyond. She waved her arm and looked back at the Izgard army.

The prey appeared! All hands, prepare to fight!!

UOOOOOOOOOOOOOOOOOOOOOO! Izgard army raised their war cry. The battleships landing on the ground were starting to float up. And then light ran through the whole body of the magic weapons. They stood up and started advancing as though they were awakened.

Gravel opened a floating window and enlarged the image of Vatlantis fleet. The silhouettes that were reflecting back the sunlight and emitted light of magic power were gradually increasing in number.

That number was no less than two hundred.

The difference in military force was roughly thrice that of Izgard.

Gravel sweated coldly inside her heart.

She had obstructed the enemys invasion somehow until now. However this time she honestly didnt have the confidence that she would be able to protect her country.

With wave of light ejected from magic mechanism trailing behind, the fleet of Vatlantis Empire was advancing through the blue sky. The fleet was advancing solemnly, in order to perform the last rite over the country called Izgard with certainty.

However, currently at this timing a political bargaining was also being attempted. Even during the battle that was performed in the battlefield, the higher-ups were hastening a peaceful negotiation.

A voice from below called out to Gravel on the cliff.

Gravel! Give the instruction!

We cannot stay patient anymore here! Let us beat them to death already!

The hotblooded bunches yelled with spittle flying from their mouth.

Yosh! Magic weapon force, from the right wing

Gravels voice that was giving instruction was interrupted.

A strange figure was reflected in her orange pupils.

The enemys flagship. There was a figure standing on the prow.

Green hair and green magic armor.

The green of madness!?

So thats the berserker of the imperial guard from the rumor.

Her name was Aldea. Ally killer, battle junkie in the form of a lady, shield of madness of the imperial guard, etc., etc., nicknames to describe Aldea were too numerous to mention.

Why is that woman in the subjugation army?

The subjugation army was composed with personnel from people with low social status or soldiers conscripted from the countries ruled by Vatlantis.

On the other hand, the imperial guard Aldea belonged to was composed from basically only nobles, a true elite group that an enlistment into it wouldnt be recognized without high ability.

But Gravel heard that Aldea was a heresy among that imperial guard.

She was a battle junkie which couldnt be imagined from seeing her beautiful and elegant appearance. She was an abnormal that felt supreme happiness in a fight where life was risked. She put her desire above everything, where violation of command and military rule was like everyday meal for her. Furthermore the target of her aggression even frequently reached her ally when just enemy couldnt satisfy her, there was rumor that it was also common for imperial guard member to almost lose their life because of Aldea.

A soldier who also found the figure of Aldea like Gravel raised their voices in panic.

Gravel-sama! Those Vatlantis bunches, they finally send imperial guard

However Gravel shook her head and she yelled with very clear voice to assure the soldiers.

No, the fleet isnt the imperial guards fleet! I dont know why the green of madness is over there, but her force itself is the subjugation army! There is nothing to fear!

Following Gravels voice, the soldiers raised their weapon and raised a high-spirited yell.

Thats right! Smash them!

Send out the magic weapons! The enemy is the same like before, we are going to chase them the same like all these times until now!

It doesnt matter even if thats the imperial guard themselves!

The hero Gravel is together with us!

War cry rose from all units.

Gravel whispered inside her heart that didnt show up on her face.

How much will we be able to endure the enemy attack?

Honestly speaking, she understood that it was impossible for Izgard to end up victorious. The focus of the peaceful negotiation that was currently progressing was about how many advantageous conditions Izgard could obtain by entering under Vatlantiss jurisdiction.

The worse the battle situation became, the stricter the requirement of peace became. That being the case Gravel wanted to end the fight with good conditions while they were still fighting in equal standing.

And yet, a troublesome opponent appeared here.

Gravel was staring at the green figure reflected in the floating window.

Inside the window her eyes met the eyes of Aldea who looked like a lady. The other side was also similarly staring at Gravel. She smiled sweetly with a passionate gaze.

Her eyes were shining in anticipation, looking really happy and looking forward to it. As though she was unable to wait longer for the fun time that would start after this. Her attitude was restless without any composure. She even looked like a girl that was waiting for her date with her lover.

A smile unconsciously leaked out from Gravel.

Whats with that woman?

No, I must not hold interest or emotion at her.

Most likely today one of us will die.

However, I pray,

Right now in this instantwont the peace be established?

Gravel pulled out gunsword from her back.

Hey, geez Graveeel~, whats the matter?

Aldea rubbed her body at Gravel like a cat that acted spoiled at their owner.

Nnno, its nothing.

What was called life was actually something baffling.

Gravel swallowed back those words when he was about to say them.

That first confrontation at that first meeting. She never thought even in dream that the opponent with whom she tried to take each others life right after they met would now in this kind of relationship with her.

It was a bloody battle where they deeply wounded each other. The next attack would decide the battleit was at such time that the report of armistice ran through the battlefield.

Both countries entered into a peace treaty.

If that communication only entered ten seconds later, perhaps one of them would die already.

And then now,

They werent at the wasteland near the country border, but at Ataraxia that was recreated by Nayuta. They werent wearing military uniform, but uniform worn by student, and they werent at the captain seat of a battleship, but sitting on the cafs sofa. In front of the comfortable sofa for two people, was a largish table with short legs. On the wall were mirror and bookshelves. A carpet was spread on the floor, the interior looked like the living room of someones house. The outside was hot, but a cooling was turned on inside here and it felt really pleasant. There was also no other guest and the two were completely relaxed.

Fufu, there is no one here.

There is no customer, but there are the workers. Stop with any strange act.

The woman who came to aim for her life persistently once was now snuggling on her shoulder. And then, when she let her guard down then she would soon try to caress her body. Her hand went in from Gravels opened collar and touched at the springy brown skinned breast.

Gravel lightly knocked that hand like scolding a mischievous cat.

Sheesh, its fine right, its just this much.

Thats because if the first defense line is broken through, your distinction will be gone.

Myy? Doesnt that refer to Gravel yourself?

Shut up.

Gravel lifted her upper body and reached her hand at the coffee on the table. The coffee that she drank had grown lukewarm. In here she was mostly flirting with Aldea.

After the armistice came into effect, she heard the rumor that Aldeas eccentricity became even worse among the imperial guard.

One day Aldea was finally demoted.

And then of all things she arrived at Gravels sixth subjugation army.

Gravel who never even imagined that Aldea would be assigned at her force was filled with trepidation along with everyone other of the subjugation army, but Aldea who finally came changed completely, she was now showing excessive affection at Gravel.

That being the case made Gravel stumped, but even so that was better than her needing to watch on for attempt at her life. Besides Aldea seemed to really have calmed down and she did her work properly.

Although, she still couldnt stop her disregard of order and independent action.

Gravel thought once more.

It was unknown what would happen in life.

Being at this Ataraxia was also the same. This was a place where she once embarked at alone, fought the people of Lemuria, and inflicted a tremendous damage to the city.

And right now, she was sitting on the same desk with Lemuria people and had her fill of student life.

For her who had spent her days soaked in blood and gunpowder smoke, these days were too dazzling and happy. Gravel felt the inside of her chest that was gradually getting warm. She wondered if this was what they called happiness. She was staring at the street that was visible from the window while soaking in such feeling.

However, this was a transient happiness.

The world was destroyed by Deus ex Machina. Izgard, Vatlantis, and also Lemuria didnt exist. What remained right now was only this Ataraxia. This place was the whole world.

However Deus ex Machina held the configuration information of the world they disassembled. If they stole that back, it was possible to recreate the world with Nayutas power.

In front of the caf, students of Lemuria people, Izgard people, and Vatlantis people were walking while talking in enjoyment. Gravel whispered inside her heart while looking at their figure.

She would cast this body into battle once more.

Of course, she planned to joyfully take her sword if it was to protect this peaceful world. But the problem was, her current self didnt have the strength to fight Deus ex Machina equally.

Her skirts pocket vibrated faintly.

Hm?

The information terminal that was distributed to all students was vibrating repeatedly, emphasizing its existence to her. She took out the terminal from her pocket and displayed the mail she received on the screen.

Gravel opened her eyes wide seeing the content and her throat gulped audibly.

Who is it from?

Aldea narrowed her eyes and stared fixedly at Gravel with scooping up gaze.

Its from the command headquarter. It seem tomorrow there will be a briefing session about Deus ex Machinas extermination.

Hmphwe will sortie soon then.

Aldeas eyes looked down and she put her head on Gravels chest. Gravels slender fingers gently combed Aldeas green hair that looked glittering, and then she spoke persuasively.

Perhaps, we have spent slightly too much enjoyable time. Once we had tasted this kind of peaceful days, it become troublesome to return to the hellish battlefield huh.

What are you saying?

Aldea separated her body from Gravel and showed a bewitching smile.

Im happy, that I can return to hell. Because, this place is a heaven. Its not interesting at all.

Gravel replied with a wry smile.

Thatsnice.

Aldea hugged at Gravel and leaned on her.

Yes. When I think that I can fight together with Gravel again, my heart is fluttering. But

Aldea suddenly fell silent. Gravel made a dubious expression toward such Aldea.

Is there something that worried you?

Nope. Just, its a bit sad, that even though its what make me flutter the most, but I wont be able to reach out my hand to it anymore.

The most? What is

When we tried to kill each other.

Aldea lifted her face and looked up at Gravel with an upward gaze. Gravel stared back at those eyes with bright red face.

Even now you are wanting to kill me?

Both of them stared at each other fixedly.

Killing each other or act of love, one of the two could possibly happen after this. Such atmosphere was flowing between the two.

Before long Aldea opened her mouth.

The best way to die I can imagine is to be killed by you.

What a troublesome woman, Gravel complained inside her heart.

But see, my greatest happiness, is fighting with you, and killing you.

This isnt the level of being troublesome anymore huh, Gravel dropped her shoulders inside her heart.

You wont be sad even if I die?

Its obvious that Ill feel sad. Its going to be sad, so sad, that Ill die. Perhaps, after killing you, I think Ill follow after you right away.

There was a limit even in being unmanageable.

Youre really a troubling woman.

Thats right. You know it already right?

After saying that, the green of madness showed an innocent smile.

By the time the sunset sunk into the horizon, Gravel and Aldea returned back to the student dormitory. It was built a bit far away from the dormitory where the members of Amaterasu lived, but the buildings structure was almost the same.

Aldea wanted to sleep together with her, but Gravel refused because today she had work, and she took her bath not at the large bath but at the bathroom of her room.

She soaked inside the bathtub longer than usual, and she rose from the bath after washing her body attentively. And then, her figure without a single string covering it was reflected in the large mirror at the washstand. She used the bath towel hanging on her shoulder to absorb the water from her hair and body. Gravel observed her own body while doing that.

Am I, a bit toomuscled?

She tried to stroke the area around her stomach with her own hand. Hard muscle proclaimed its existence right under thin layer of fat. She also felt like her legs were slightly thick. And then at that part too, she could understand the shape of her legs muscle quite distinctly just by looking.

When she bent her arm, muscle bulged up solidly.

It wasnt really a girly body. She thought so when she stared at her body that was reflected in the mirror.

All the members of Amaterasu had feminine and beautiful body. Himekawa Hayuru who was currently her classmate was slender, delicate, and looked really feminine. Perhaps because she was the same race with Kizuna, when the two stood side by side, it felt like they were truly the same class of living thing.

Even among the human of Atlantis world, there were females who suited Kizuna. For example, Ainess. None other than the current emperor of Vatlantis empire. Her name if in this world was Chidorigafuchi Aine. She who was thought to be currently imprisoned in the world of machine god was truly beautiful. Her body line that was depicted with curve that looked soft to the utmost, and her abundant breasts.

Before she recovered her memory, she belonged to the