Hybrid x Heart Magias Academy Ataraxia Volume 2 - Ch 2

Well then, Ill explain the outline of the operation.

Hida Reiri looked over the Amaterasu members who were gathering in Nayuta Lab.

It was an emergency summon.

Kizuna, Aine, and Himekawa lent their ears to Reiris story with obedient faces.

In contrast, it was only Yurishia who looked around at the surroundings with a face that looked as if she would break out humming anytime.

Reiri was not even much concerned with Yurishias behavior, she turned to the console in the center of the room and called out.

Kei, Ill let you explain.

In front of the console that looked like a cockpit, a petite girl was sitting.

She was the researcher in charge of this Nayuta Lab, the person in charge of Ataraxias research department, Shikina Kei.

Her hair was held back with several pins, her eyes settled behind the glasses didnt show anything of what she was thinking about.

Kei didnt reply back and only moved her fingers with amazing speed. Thereupon, in the middle of the research room, several floating windows appeared.

A window each appeared in front of Kizuna and the others, displaying the text that Kei inputted.

{Yesterday, at 2.10 AM of Megafloat Japans standard time, we caught a weak radio wave.}

On the floor surface, a map of the Pacific Ocean with Megafloat Japan as the center was displayed. Currently, the Megafloat was cruising between Papua New Guinea and Philippines. A red blinking line was stretching from Megafloat Japan on the map.

{When the radio wave was analyzed, we understood that it was undoubtedly something used by mankind for transmission. That dotted line is displaying the direction from where the radio wave was sent.}

The map was scrolled following the stretched dotted line.

Before long the scrolling of the screen was stopped at the end point of the line which was an island.

Guam?

Yurishia raised a questioning voice.

Correct. The transmission wave was delivered from around Guam. Yurishia, have you ever been to the American military base in Guam?

Only to the degree of stopping by there. It was before the 2ndAnother Universe Conflict, so I didnt have any impression of it other than a normal resort area but, naturally that place also has an Entrance right?

The origin was unclear, but Entrances that occurred due to the collision of world space existed only above land. In addition, it only appeared on land with a certain degree of size, it wouldnt appear in a place like a small island.

But, Guams land size was more than 500 square kilometers, it was a large island. There was a high chance that an Entrance with AU existed there.

{There is a record that an Entrance appeared there in the 2ndAlternate Universe Conflict and it turned into a battle. However, after that no one knows how it turned out there.}

Keis words were not generated as sound, but conveyed to them as text on the window. It was not like she had a disability that made her unable to speak. She was just extremely poor in communicating with people.

We dont know if there is anyone in Guam, or if it was the people of AU using human facility. However, in any case there was supposedly someone there sending us a transmission. The mission this time is to infiltrate an area under the control of AU, and to make clear of the source of the transmission. All of you are to land at Guam Island.

What!?

Kizuna reflexively raised his voice.

There is an Entrance there right? Thats too dangerous!

The situation wont change for the better if we keep getting scared of the enemys shadow forever and only run around.

Reiri said flatly.

Then, we are going to march into the enemys controlled landand start a full-blown war?

Even until now they were using the phrase of war with AU, but in reality there was no battle or anything. Mankind was only one-sidedly exterminated, their countries stolen, and they escaped above the sea where the hand of the enemy couldnt reach.

And then even now, they were cowering from that shadow, running from place to place above the sea.

Certainly, they defeated the enemys battleship with Zeros Corruption Armament, but saying it in reverse, they were merely sinking one battleship after all this time.

Before the war happens, we first need to know about the enemy. Our knowledge about the AU, is nonexistent.

The map projected under their feet began to move once more.

Kei manipulated the console and tapped the keyboard.

{The main objective of this mission is to collect information of the area that fell under the control of the enemy. Originally, we want to perform investigation of mainland Japan and the neighboring islands, but in the current situation the danger is great. From our experience until now, when we entered the range of two hundred until three hundred kilometers from the land, the possibility of the enemy detecting us is high. In other words, the more we are approaching a large land, the danger is also increasing. In that meaning, the land of Guam which doesnt have any other Entrance in its vicinity is suitable as the first test.}

First Megafloat Japan will approach Guam until 300 kilometers from it. Amaterasu will all take off from there. Separate into two groups, then investigate the center urban area Hagania and Tamon, and Andersen airbase at the north side. For the dividing of the group and the instruction on the actual sceneKizuna, you take control.

Eh! Me?

Kizuna was shocked from the sudden appointment.

N, no, its impossible even if you suddenly told me to do it

The shoulder of the panicked Kizuna was lightly tapped.

Fufufu, take care of us. Novice captain-san

Yurishia showed a wink from a close distance.

No, really, there is no way me as a captain

Its not impossible or anything, perhaps this can be said as the right man in the right place.

Aine unexpectedly talked as if in endorsement of Kizuna.

Aineno, I never thought that you will say that about me. Now I feel a little shy.

Because, Kizuna usually doesnt have any combat ability, you are just being useless. Thats why, I think its fine for you to be the captain in a place far from the front line. So that you wont be a hindrance to us.

So you are just getting rid of a nuisance!

Having said that, what Aine said also made sense. Kizunas Eros almost didnt have any combat ability, it had no redeeming feature other than its Life Saver.

However, even such Eros had a method to obtain a wonderful combat ability.

[Climax Hybrid]

With that phenomenon which was even more superior than Heart Hybrid, it would bring result that was truly miraculous. It could power up the partners Heart Hybrid Gear, and added a special weapon called the [Corruption Armament]. And then at the same time, Eros would copy the ability of the partner Heart Hybrid Gear, making it possible for Eros to exhibit similar combat ability.

However, just by getting near, the enemy will quickly find us isnt it? Besides, if there is an amazing number of army stationed there, we are going to fall into a really bad situation

As if to flaunt off, Aine brushed off her silver hair that was shining from the lighting.

Well, at that time I will show you how I exterminate the enemy with my Corruption Armament [Pulverizer].

She was truly smug. Her face looked like it couldnt be more triumphant than that.

Yurishia chuckled mockingly fufun to that.

Myy, arent you unable to use Pulverizer anymoree?

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Aines mouth was shut tightly.

It disappeared when time passed correct? That prided Corruption Armament

After that battle, Zeros was tested in Nayuta Lab. However, when Aine tried equipping Zeros, Zeros had returned to its default state and Pulverizer was also gone.

Kizunas Eros was also the same, it was reversed back to the usual useless gear.

The, then, I just need to do it one more time, the Climax Hybrid.

My, this time I should be the one testing it though. Hey? How about around tonight? Lets go on a date, and together to a hotel

Please stop! Thats really shameless!

Himekawa yelled with a bright red face.

You all, stop playing around.

With a single sentence from Reiri, the place returned to dead silence.

Well then, breakup. The operation will begin tomorrow night. Until then, study the necessary information like the local map.

Reiri said that and exited from the room.

Her head hurt from watching the three continuing to quarrel.

A window appeared in front of Kizuna who heaved a deep sigh.

{If you find yourself in need of a love hotel, say it anytime. Ill prepare it.}

Shikina-san.

From the other side of the console, he could see Kei making a reserved thumbs up.

The sunset of southern country was really beautiful, one wouldnt get tired of seeing it no matter how many times.

Standing at the edge of Ataraxia, Kizuna was gazing at the horizon that was dyed by the sunset.

The large sun was sinking on the sea, the curtain of night was gradually lowered down above the head. That state which kept changing moment by moment was exactly the showtime of mother nature.

This spot was the testing ground that was adjacent to Nayuta Lab. The width was close to a 400 hundred meters track-and-field running track. Since the past, this was the facility used for Heart Hybrid Gear activation experiments and the like. Kizuna too had his first flight in this place when he was a child.

At this time he had already finished wearing Eros. At the same time, Aine, Himekawa, and Yurishia too were also wearing their respective Heart Hybrid Gears.

In front of Kizuna, Keis floating window appeared.

{The check of all gears is finished. There is no problem, you can go anytime.}

Kizuna raised his hand to Shikina Kei who was in a slightly separated place to show his acknowledging thought.

Then, lets depart soon. We will separate into two groups, me and Himekawa, Aine and Yurishia. We are going to the urban area in the center, Hagania and Tamon, Aine and Yurishia are to investigate Andersen air force base in the north.

Yurishia nodded.

Roger. I more or less know about that base.

After separating on-site, start the investigation. Two hours after that, we are going to meet at the airport site in the center of the island. The enemy might be intercepting, so we basically wont use our communication. However, emergency situation doesnt count. Thats all, any questions?

Aine raised her hand.

Why are Kizuna and Hayuru together?

Eh? No, its better for Yurishia who has familiarity to go to the base right? If Yurishia and Himekawa are grouping together, then that means me and Aine will group together.

Is there any problem I wonder? Though depending on your answer, your neck might break.

Dont say anything scary! A group with me who doesnt have offensive power and you who is a specialist of super close range, the balance is just bad.

If, if thats the problem, then its fine if we just do Climax Hybrid isnt it?

Certainly Pulverizer has an amazing power, but its big, just shooting it once will make a large commotion. It cannot be used in an infiltration investigation right? Even I will only get the ability of Zeros, so it will only become two people with the same ability.

What a useless man.

Next, there is also a choice where I go to the base but

Aine compared the face of Yurishia and Himekawa.

It cant be helped then

Aine faced away with an irritated face.

She looked dissatisfied, but for the time being it seems she understood the situation that Kizuna could be relieved inside his heart.

Yosh, all gears take off!

Together with Kizunas command, the four Heart Hybrid Gears flew to the sky.

Light was ignited from the thrusters, four colors of light drew lines in the madder red sky. Before long those lights separated into two, becoming two streaks of blue-golden light and red-pink light.

After Amaterasu departed, Reiri and Kei were watching over the progress of the operation in Nayuta Lab.

Nonetheless, they couldnt understand the situation detail from Ataraxia. In the end, they were just waiting for contact. Reiri and Kei separated from the other staff and secluded themselves in the center control room.

Re-ri, want a drink? There is also local beer you know?

Aah, that thing created in Ataraxia. Where, lets try drinking it.

Because both of them were best friends since their time as students, the atmosphere between them was amiable. They were supposedly in the middle of duty, but the atmosphere was actually relaxed.

Reiri took out a beer bottle with Ataraxia label on it from the refrigerator and opened the cork with the corkscrew that Kei handed to her.

Kei opened a bottle of cola and held it out towards Reiri.

For the success of the operation.

Cheers.

The bottles raised clanking sound.

The two put their mouth directly on the bottle. The cold carbonic acid stimulated the tongue, watering the throat.

Fuh, its unexpectedly good.

Right?

After drinking the bottle dry in the blink of an eye, Reiri opened a second bottle.

Re-ri. That radio wave, what do you think of it?

Nine out of ten, its just a coincidence. Something like an old communication facility malfunctioningor something.

I think thats a sensible judgmentbut, by some chance, it might be human.

Do you know something?

That radio wave is sending data. Some kind of theory and..graphic file like a map.

Reiri raised her eyebrows.

The detailed content?

Thats still unknown. But, perhaps its related to the Entrance.

I seehowever, the sender might be an AU person.

Kei nodded briefly.

Re-riyou dont think, that it might be Professor Nayuta?

Reiris hand that was carrying the bottle to her mouth stopped.

She put the bottle on the table and dropped her body heavily on the sofa.

No.

I see.

Silence flowed between the two.

Kei, you want to meet that person?

Keis lips looked slightly smiling.

I dont know. But, perhaps thats so. That person isa genius after all. She is something like a target of worship.

Even you are a genius you know?

Kei shook her head with a wry smile.

The dimension is too different. In front of Professor Nayuta, someone like me is a mere ordinary person.

Reiri once again gulped her beer.

Re-ri yourself, Professor Nayutayour mother, what do you think about her?

Reiri put the bottle she finished drinking on the floor.

And then, she spoke while looking at something far away.

My ultimate enemy.

Yurishia and Aine were standing in front of the US military base at the northern part of Guam Island.

The sun had sunk into the sea already. There was not a single artificial light, only the moonlight was creating silhouettes of the building where the headquarters and office were in, and the hangar of the aircraft jets.

When there is no human presence here, it feels like a different place.

Yurishia boldly entered inside the grounds from the entrance that was left ajar.

Aine too continued after her.

Has nothing changed since the last time you came?

Hmmm, it was only two, three days for me, so honestly I dont remember thoughhbut, I think nothing really changed. Thats what makes it eerie instead.

Eerie?

Because, there is no sign of battle see?

Aine once again looked around at the entrance they came through and the fence, then the buildings inside the grounds.

Certainly there was nothing destroyed here. On the contrary there was not even a single bullet mark. People were only gone from here, leaving only large containers without anything inside. That was her impression.

Did they escapeor else, they surrendered without resistance I wonder

Yurishia pondered with a difficult face.

Aine manifested several windows around her face and searched the surroundings with all sorts of sensors.

There is nothing really standing out. Just completely abandoned buildings, I wonder if its fine to call them so?

What happened here, its great if we could just find some clue thoughh.

Yurishia whispered with a carefree tone, but her eyes were vigilantly observing the surroundings.

Aine too responded while staring at the sensor.

And, we also want information regarding the AU. We are the first ones infiltrating a place that had come under enemy control right?

Perhaps. At the very least, I have never heard of any story about information brought from this kind of place.

After walking ahead, they found a large steel tower. Yurishia stopped walking in front of the building without lighting in front of that tower.

There should be a communication facility here. First, lets confirm this place.

After they entered through the door left ajar, there was a pitch dark corridor continuing to the inside.

Yurishia drew out the gun on her waist. It was a [particle gun] that fired particles produced by the Heart Hybrid Gear as bullets.

Ill go first. Aine, please take care of my back.

Roger.

The dark corridor was dimly illuminated by the luminescence of the Heart Hybrid Gear.

The two of them were advancing forward while paying meticulous attention.

Everythingis really spotless.

.Rather, there is nothing here.

Rather than calling the place clean, there was nothing.

Not to mention traps, even equipment and machine was not left behind sufficiently. The isolated bookshelves left didnt have a single book in it. The drawer of the desks were empty. And then, not a single electronic device like PC or anything could be found.

Although this was a military base, the operation here was similar to a government office. There should be a mountain of books and paperwork here, without PC or monitor here there would be no work that could be done.

Hey, Yurishia. Is the US army destitute? I wonder if they sold their furniture to the pawnshop.

There is no way thats true

The dark corridor continued straight. A few meters ahead was only darkness. That darkness felt like it was continuing towards a different world.

?

Ahead of the corridor, a dim light was visible.

Thats

Yurishia erected her index finger in front of Aines eyes. Dont talklooking at such sign, Aine nodded silently.

Both of them killed the sound of their footsteps and advanced.

Little by little the light became bigger.

A door.

Light was leaking out from the door.

Yurishias heart beat became faster.

Is there, someone?

Yurishia prepared her particle gun.

She clung