Chapter 171 Mynes World

When I opened my eyes once more, I was no longer in the white world, but in a place bustling with people.

I didnt know where this was, but each one of the people around carried a weapon.

A roaring sound came from the distance, one that sounded inhuman in nature.

[Greed!? Luna!?]

We shouldve entered Mynes mind through the spiritual world.

However, both Luna and Greed were nowhere to be seen.

It seemed that I got separated from them.

But that aside, whats going on here? A war?

While I was looking around perplexedly, a flash of white light shone from behind me.

[Uaaaa.]

I jumped away in reflex, seeing a gigantic creature from which the light originated from.

[The machine angel!?]

This type looked different from Haniel. Its core was covered by a shield, so I couldnt look at whats inside.

This is badnot to mention that I had no weapons in hand at the moment. The situation shifted way too fast.

Peoples mind is like a labyrinth, and earlier I had been told that if I got lost in it, I might never be able to come out

[Not saying that Im not afraid.]

Theres no time to complain more.

The machine angel was advancing towards me. The other people around, most likely soldiers, started to shoot their weapons.

But its like tossing burning rock into water.

That machine angelits size was also different from Haniel.

Not only was it one size bigger, it also had six wings.

After another flash of light, a mans vibrant voice could be heard.

[Get the hell out! Youre in the way!]

It was a man holding a black sword that looked very similar to Greed. His hair was fiery red, and his skin tanned.

Apart from his distinct equipment from the other soldiers, his tall and forged body made him easily noticed.

He headed straight toward the machine angel.

Even against the beam of light, the black sword still easily cut through all in its path.

[Amazing]

His swordsmanship was precise and there was no wasteful move. The fighting style reminded me of Aaron. No, hes on a level much greater than even Aaron.

[Ill handle the machine angel. All of you press onward!]

Everyone around, presumably his subordinates, obeyed to his command and marched ahead.

He could wield the black sword? Then was he a Mortal Sin skill holder as well?

Perhaps I could dig up some clue about that in this world.

I picked up a long sword that was lying around nearby, intending to assist the man.

I rushed forward

Soon I found that I could move my body just like how I could in the real world. This should do.

I called out to the red haired man ahead.

[Ill help out as well.]

[Nn? I havent seen you before. Black eyes and black hairyou arent a Gallian.]

[About that]

[No matter. The more people helping us the merrier. After all, everyone in this world will soon meet their demise.]

He said as he waved his hand at me, now adjusting his pace to run in parallel to me.

[However, this is my prey. My stomach is hungry. The skill inside me told me so. I need to devour that to sate my hunger.]

He sped up even more, the black sword flashing.

The machine angel reacted by shooting exploding beams from its wings. However, its as if those beams were in standstill as the man easily weaved through them.

A single slash. Thats all it took.

The gigantic machine angel was cut vertically along the core.

[Kuuu~! Grosss~!! This taste, but I cant afford to stop eating the big thingy!]

Theres no doubt. This man was the holder of Gluttony skill.

It was also the case with me. When I devoured Haniel, I didnt feel the usual exhilaration just like when I did with other strong enemies. Just like Greed said It ran in the family.

[Wellthat was unpleasant. Then, who in the world are you?]

The red haired man finally turned around and spoke to me, with the machine angel falling over to the ground behind him.

[ImFate. It seems that I got lost]

My explanation was replied with a loud laugh.

[What? You actually got lost, in the middle of the battlefield no less? Youre an interesting guy alright. But your willingness to help me, and your bravery despite standing before the machine angel, I like that a lot. By the way, Im Kairos.]

Kairos was strong. I could tell when he forcibly took and shook my hand.

[Alright, let me take you to our base. Cant eat in the middle of all this, can we? And Im still hungry. I cant certainly eat properly here.]

[Thank you. Honestly, I felt troubled as well.]

[I know right? I can tell from your face. You, Fate was it? Let me tell you this. On the battlefield, you should never show your emotions.]

[I heard that a lot.]

[Wahahaha. Well, being honest has its merits. Especially in a fucked up world like this.]

Kairos put his black sword back to its sheath.

With the machine angel defeated, the enemy forces had started to retreat.

[Alright, todays battle is over. Next time theyll come back with stronger forces. We should get enough rest before that.]

Turning my eyes to the black sword on Kairos waist, I praised.

[Thats really one hell of a sword. Being able to cut down such a large enemy.]

[This fellow is called Greed. An unsavory, but still a good guy.]

[You sure took a beating first before saying that last part, Kairos.]

[Did I? Its just so this fellow doesnt get mad. You see, its a talking sword.]

Kairos said as he stroked the black swords handle.

Apparently the current Greed was somewhat different from the one I knew.

For example, the Greed I know could only talk with me via Mind Reading, but here he seemed to be able to talk with others normally.

Which means, Kairos had unlocked Greeds fifth tier.

The level I hadnt reached yet.

By the way, are we in Gallia right now?

The place was certainly different from the barren Gallia I knew. The place still has plants I couldnt identify growing around. Despite having been ravaged by war, the greens were still there.

[No worries. Our base is located north from here. Lets go.]

[Alright, Kairos-san.]

[No need to be so formal with me. Just call me Kairos. Like everyone does.]

I followed Kairos afterward, heading north.

After a while, a familiar black wall entered my sight.

[Babylon..]

[What do you mean by Babylon?]

[No, nevermind.]

Apparently the place was not yet known as Babylon.

Kairos tilted his head slightly, as if he was thinking about something.

[I like how that sounds. Babylon! Theyve been telling me to find a good name for the fortress. Thanks for the idea.]

[Is that really fine like that?]

[Its fine. I want to get back at those people who kept forcing me to think up a name for our base anyway.]

As we got closer, the place was indeed a lot different than the Babylon I knew of.

No, it hadnt even become Babylon to be more exact.

When I looked around, I found that some of the walls were still in construction.

[We dont have enough material just yet. Getting Adamantite from our enemies is hella hard. Honestly I think that its easier for me to just fight alone.]

Kairos greeted the construction workers amiably.

I came to notice that this man didnt show any sign of fatigue despite having just fought a battle.

Moreover, Kairos seemed to be different from me in regards that Gluttony skill didnt seem to influence him too much. So far, I didnt see any sign of that.

After a while, Kairos guided me to the dormitories.

[Alright then, its meal time.]

[Errmmis it really okay, treating a stranger like me so well?]

[I told you, didnt I? I like people like you. Moreover..]

[Moreover?]

[You have a very similar smell. You know, just like me. Get it?]

I was lost for words. Should I say that its probably because both of us were Gluttony skill holders?

But seeing me unable to give any reply, Kairos simply muttered [Well, doesnt matter.]

Then proceeded without showing any sign of being offended.

[A newcomer similar to you joined us recently.]

[Newcomer?]

[Look, over there. Always brooding in the corner. Fighting prowess might be topnotch, but everything else is meh. What a troublesome fellow.]

Kairos smiled as he said so. That said, he was pointing at a girl with silver hair and tanned skin.

Other than that, she had a pair of crimson eyes.

She was sitting while hugging her knees, staring up to the sky.

[Myne!?]

I mightve said that way too loudly, everyone around us turned their heads towards us instantly.

And as such, Kairos also squinted his eyes at me.

[What is this? So shes someone you know? In that case, you two should be able to get along well. Im counting on you, Fate.]

After saying so, Kairos left, apparently to handle other matters.

Mynes piercing gaze was now focused on me. Why of course

After all, I spouted her name out loud just now.