Chapter 326: Chapter 185，Part2: 2 - Trust ③

Chapter 185 Trust ③

Part 2

There is no doubt. The man in front of me is a member of the “Fox (Kitsune)”.

After seeing Cry Andrich’s blatant reaction, Kechakchakka was convinced.

Ask if you have a 『Tail』. It is a sign known by all the members of the “Fox (Kitsune)”.

It is rarely used, but it is used by lower members to confirm the identity of higher-ranked members when they are sure of their identity.

The higher-ranking members who are on the other end of the message can either lie or reveal themselves. It is a system that is only possible because the top-rank members know about the lower-rank members.

《Infinite Variety (Senpen Banka)》 who had kicked Kruz out of the room, raised both of his hands as if he surrendered, smiled and said in a brusque way.

“I don’t know where you learned about it, but you shouldn’t say it outright. It will get me in trouble.” (Cry)

“………… Did you think we wouldn’t notice? Your behavior was too suspicious.” (Term)

Term Apokris is a fearsome man. He has the power befitting of a level 7, and the prudence befitting of a level 7.

From the way he handles his Magic, he is one of the top five Magi that Kechakchakka has ever seen. At least in terms of pure killing ability, Kechakchakka was not even close to his level.

Term concentrated his Magic power that was circulating in his body and took up an attacking stance. At first glance, it looked natural, but Kechakchakka, a Magi, could see its sharp Magic power and sharpened killing intent.

However, 《Infinite Variety (Senpen Banka)》 was even more natural than Term. Even in face of Term’s killing intent, his complexion didn’t change color at all. It was as if he didn’t understand anything at all.

“Etto…… It’s my loss. Did I ever act suspicious?” (Cry)

“So you admit, that you are a 『Fox (Kitsune)』?” (Term)

“???? 『Fox (Kitsune)』? No………… As you can see I am a 『Human (Ningen)』, though.” (Cry)

《Infinite Variety (Senpen Banka)》 answered according to the sign. What a terrifying acting ability.

Even with all those circumstantial evidence, Kechakchakka couldn’t help but see the man in front of him as just another regular human being.

As if he was troubled, he had a half-hearted smile on his face. Term quietly continues his cross-examination.

“What is your tail number……?” (Term)

“Eh…………? It is the thirteenth one, though.” (Cry)

“!?” (Term)

I involuntary opened my eyes when I heard him say that.

Among the “Fox (Kitsune)”, the highest rank is the ninth rank. There is no such thing as the thirteenth rank. Maybe because Term also didn’t expect that answer, for the first time, his expression became distorted.

Leaving the confused Kechakchakka behind, Term says in a stifled voice.

“Impossible…… There should be only nine tails.” (Term)

“Eh……? Aaah, others grew anew. It grows up every time it gets more strength. I see, you didn’t know about it……” (Cry)

There was no indication that he was lying.

If what he said was true, it meant that this twenty-year-old young man in front of me was incredibly superior to us.

I didn’t expect this. I have fought beings of higher rank than myself many times before. But still, Kechakchakka couldn’t help but shudder at his words.

How much talent and accomplishments does it take to reach the highest rank of the 『Nine Tail Shadow Fox (Kyubi no Kage Kitsune)』 in just 20 years? In order to reach that level in an organization that is so thoroughly secretive, it must be much more difficult than being certified as a Level 8 Hunter by the Explorers Association.

“Is Kruz a companion?” (Term)

“No, she is irrelevant” (Cry)

“Fumu…… Then, let’s see your 『Tail』…..” (Term)

『Seventh Tail』. Term Apokris or 《Still Water (Shisui)》, a high-ranking member of the 『Nine Tail Shadow Fox (Kyubi no Kage Kitsune)』, showed no sign of being upset and asked.

《Infinite Variety (Senpen Banka)》 blinked and said the correct answer in an idiotic voice.

“No, 『I can’t show it to you now』. I left it to my “Sister (Imouto)”.” (Cry)

Sister (Imouto)……?

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What the hell was that exchange right now?

Term asked me briefly, leaving me unsure of the situation.

“Let’s hear the plan.” (Term)

Apparently, we don’t need to talk about the tail anymore. Apparently, it seems that Term also has a tail as well…… Oh well, whatever.

Since we got a tail, it wouldn’t be surprising if Term and others had also gotten one. It was a miraculous odds, but it wasn’t something to talk about during escort.

The tail is a mass of magical power. For a Magi, it was extremely useful but also extremely dangerous.

Seeing as he said it only had nine tails at that time, he may have gotten it long before we did.

………… How old is Term, seriously? I am pretty sure that fox bastard said it grew its thirteenth tail a hundred years ago.

“As I said before, the pairing is the same as always. Basically, we will follow what Franz-san told us.” (Cry)

“Can we trust Kilknight?” (Term)

“Hmm? Aaah, he is a little suspicious, right? No problem. I can control it too.” (Cry)

I replied in a light tone when Term made a serious expression on his face. Apparently, he hadn’t shown it on the surface, but he was concerned about it.

I wonder where the controller went……

Well, I don’t think there is anything wrong with leaving it in autonomous mode…… And also, it is fine as it is Sytry who gave it to me.

“No need to worry. I don’t think anything’s going to happen for a while.” (Cry)

“Keke……” (Kechakchakka)

“Rather, the problem starts when we are in the air. Because, if anything goes wrong, there is nowhere to run.” (Cry)

“Fumu…… Understood.” (Term)

Term nodded with a serious expression. Maybe because we turned out to be members who had a tail forced on us, the distance between us seemed to have shortened a little.

Isn’t it possible to get along well with Term and resolve the feud I have with 《Abyssal Fire of Destruction (Shin En Kametsu)》……? Probably not.

“I will leave the fight to Term. Your Magic was wonderful. Maybe it even surpasses 《Abyssal Fire of Destruction (Shin En Kametsu)》, no?” (Cry)

“Rose is too flashy. We each have our own field of expertise” (Term)

“Kechakchakka too, you are pretty good. I am counting on you. You can use your spell? To your heart content.” (Cry)

“Hihihi……” (Kechakchakka)

Kechakchakka nodded his head in response to my instruction when I was in badass mode. Apparently, he seems to be a much nicer guy than he looks. I hope Liz and the others can learn from their cooperative spirit.

“It is alright. We are the best team. You should be able to handle a request like this with ease. Let’s do our best.” (Cry)

When I nodded strongly, I enthusiastically raised my arms in an “Ei, Ei, Oh” manner.

TL notes:

Thanks for reading!

Hahaha I’m the 13th tail looool

What were the odds of Cry answering all the secret questions right!

Say yes if you are asked if you have a tail.Say that you are a Human when you are asked if you are a Fox.Say that you don’t have your tail when you are asked if to show your tail!

He succeed to hack the organization even with a triple protection code XD

Hacker Cry!

Tchao à plus!