This place definitely counted as a type of hidden oasis . Just its beauty alone made it quite breathtaking .

Although Seiji was a little curious what might be hidden here, he was most worried about finding Hos.h.i.+ right now .

After Seiji and his friends entered the "flower garden", they soon located the beautiful boy sleeping under the red-leafed tree!

Hos.h.i.+ was sitting quietly against the tree bark . He had a peaceful expression and his eyes closed… Seiji couldn't help but think of a certain knight king's final ending when he saw this scene! Fortunately, Hos.h.i.+ was only sleeping normally, not eternally .

Seiji crouched down next to Hos.h.i.+, took off his helmet mask, and called out to Hos.h.i.+, "Hos.h.i.+, wake up . "

There was no reaction .

"Wake up! Fourth Knight!!" Seiji increased his volume and shook Hos.h.i.+ slightly by his shoulder .

"En…" Hos.h.i.+ muttered a light sound .

The beautiful boy then furrowed his eyebrows and opened his eyes slightly . After blinking a bit, he slowly opened them more .

Hos.h.i.+ had a confused expression for a moment when he first noticed Seiji's presence . Hos.h.i.+ then widened his eyes slightly . "…Senpai?"

"It's me . " Seiji smiled at him . "It was quite difficult for us to find you . I never expected that you were sleeping in such a beautiful place . "

Hos.h.i.+ stared at Seiji in surprise for a moment before he slowly turned to glance at Mika and Hisas.h.i.+ who had also unmasked themselves .

"Ueha.r.s.enpai… Juumonji-san… Are you guys real?"

"This humble one doesn't think that he is an illusion . " Hisas.h.i.+ chuckled . "This is reality . You're not dreaming at all, Fourth Knight . "

"It's wonderful that you're alright, Amami-san . " Mika also smiled .

Hos.h.i.+ then looked back at Seiji again . The expression on Hos.h.i.+'s face gradually turned to one of delight .

"Senpai… Team Leader!" Hos.h.i.+ suddenly jumped towards Seiji and hugged him!

Seiji was rather startled by this . He never expected that his junior would be excited to such a degree .

"Calm down… How are you feeling right now? Are you injured anywhere?"

"Not at all… I'm fine… It's just…" Hos.h.i.+ sniffled his nose . "I was a little afraid…"

"I'm sorry for leaving you alone for so long . " Seiji patted him on the back . "Everything's alright now . There's nothing to be afraid of anymore . "

The moment Seiji said this, he felt as if he had just uttered a cla.s.sical death flag… er, everything should be fine, right?

"Wah… Team Leader…" Hos.h.i.+ did his best to repress his tears so that he wouldn't cry .

Everyone fell silent for a moment .

Hos.h.i.+ then let go of Seiji after he managed to calm down his emotions . Still, Hos.h.i.+'s face remained somewhat red .

"How did you arrive in this district?" Seiji asked what he wanted to know the most .

Hos.h.i.+ instantly recalled something upon hearing this . He hurriedly looked at the red-leafed tree .

The mysterious gold-haired girl was no longer there!

Seiji, Mika, and Hisas.h.i.+ were all rather mystified by Hos.h.i.+'s action .

They also followed Hos.h.i.+'s line of sight to the red-leafed tree . However, they only saw red leaves and some black fruits .

"Is something there?"

Seiji asked this quite seriously as he recalled how strangely Hos.h.i.+ had behaved right before the Domain changed .

"No… she… isn't there anymore . " Hos.h.i.+ then looked all around him but still couldn't find that girl .

"She?"

"Yes, an extremely beautiful golden-haired girl…"

Hos.h.i.+ told the other three about his experiences .

"That girl is highly likely to be an existence from another world . " Seiji thought about it as he rubbed his chin . "Although she's also a bit different from the ones I met before…"

This girl was able to easily slay a boss monster with a single flick of her finger . She was even capable of opening up portals within Kazuko's Domain, as well as teleport Hos.h.i.+ to such a secret garden-type location . It was obvious that she was completely different from Lloyd and Lana .

Was she much more powerful than Lloyd and Lana? Or was she a completely different type of existence?

"She brought you here so that you could rest here safely . She helped you out… But, it's also possible that she was the one who caused the Domain to transform and us to become separated . " Seiji had quite a serious expression .

Hos.h.i.+ remained silent . Although he had also considered this possibility, he didn't want to think that it could be true .

"I… don't think that she's evil," Hos.h.i.+ muttered . "I think that something else caused the change in the Domain, not her…"

"She helped you out, so I want to believe in her as well," Seiji told him .

Seiji recalled the so-called "Cliff Squad" that he just met not long ago . It was also possible that the change in the Domain was because of those people, although Seiji felt that was unlikely . Perhaps he could have tried to obtain some information when communicating with them earlier, but Seiji felt that would have likely been a waste of time . Finding his missing companions was his first priority right now . Seiji wanted to avoid any trouble he could . But just in case, he also saved a file earlier right before he made contact with the Cliff Squad .

"Let's not think too much into things right now . We can first focus on finding the others . "

Seiji was about to use [Interdimensional Locator Spell] again, but was interrupted by the sound of some footsteps approaching in the distance .

Seiji instantly reacted by decisively putting on his helmet mask again . He also indicated to Mika and Hisas.h.i.+ to put on their masks while he pulled down Hos.h.i.+'s helmet mask for him .

"What's the matter?" Hos.h.i.+ was confused about this .

"Someone's coming," Seiji told him .

The moment he said this, the same people from earlier appeared at the entrance to this district .

Nirou Iwazaki led his team to the target location . He discovered that the True Knight Order was here already!

He was now absolutely certain that the True Knight Order also had their sights set on this place .

'I didn't think that things would be so troublesome . ' Nirou furrowed his eyebrows .

There were three of them earlier, but now there was one more person… It wasn't important why another apparent Awakened had joined them . The important part right now was how to eliminate them!

No matter who they were or what faction this True Knight Order belonged to, this wasn't a place that Nirou's organization would possibly give up .

In a normal direct battle… the possibility of winning would be very low . Regardless of the three Awakened on their side, just the Spirit-branded Retainer alone would be quite difficult for his own team to deal with .

Call for backup… their support likely wouldn't arrive in time .

In that case, there was only one choice Nirou could make . . .

Nirou instantly made his choice when he saw the jacketed Spirit-branded Retainer walking over .

"Kill them all!" Nirou coldly gave such an order to his three team members that possessed spiritual weapons .

His three team members didn't hesitate one bit upon receiving such an order . They immediately rushed over towards the jacketed Spirit-branded Retainer with excited expressions on their faces .

They had gotten bored of slaying monsters . They wanted to try killing a real person!

However, the three didn't notice that right after they rushed forward, Nirou immediately took out a black remote from his pocket and pressed three red b.u.t.tons on the remote .

The blood-red spiritual weapons that these three people were holding instantly started emitting mist that entered their bodies . The three felt great pain as their powers greatly increased and their consciousnesses went hazy . Their visions became bright red and an insane desire to kill welled up within their minds!

"Grahhhh!!!!!"

All three individuals roared just like monsters .

*Boom!!!*

The greatsword-wielding individual demolished a large portion of a flower patch with a single swing of his greatsword . This even left a large crack on the ground from the impact!

Seiji had an astonished expression under his mask as he managed to dodge this attack .

Why did they suddenly attack him with such strong killing intent!?

Was it to escape from the Inner World? Did they find it impossible to leave this gigantic maze-like Inner World, so they despaired and wanted to kill an outsider to achieve the condition of a person dying so that everyone else could leave?

But, these people didn't look like they were anywhere near despair earlier at all . And, they were in rather strange manic state right now…

Seiji had many questions in his mind, but no free time to ponder any of them . That was because a spear that was flas.h.i.+ng bright-red swiftly stabbed at him from the side!

*Clang!!*

Seiji pulled out his sword and managed to knock away the spear .

He then immediately felt a gust of wind arriving at his back . Seiji felt an incredible sense of danger . . .

[Bullet Time] automatically activated for him!

Thanks to his pa.s.sive ability's a.s.sistance, Seiji barely managed to dodge the hoodie-wearing youth's double dagger backstab . Seiji also counterattacked with a kick .

The a.s.sa.s.sin managed to dodge the powerful kick by jumping backwards . The dagger-wielding youth then adjusted his posture and turned to attack Mika and the others!

"Careful!!" Seiji shouted .

The next moment, Hisas.h.i.+ shout out a thunderbolt that hit the hoodie-wearing youth . However, this didn't manage to stop the youth's attack at all .

Mika brought out her s.h.i.+eld and stood in front of Hisas.h.i.+ to protect him .

However, the a.s.sa.s.sin transformed into a shadow and went around her . He aimed directly for Hos.h.i.+! The blood-red sharp daggers were filled with killing intent as they aimed directly for Hos.h.i.+'s neck!!

Chapter 632: There's nothing to be afraid of anymore. Translator: imperfectluck Editor: Kurisu This place definitely counted as a type of hidden oasis . Just its beauty alone made it quite breathtaking . Although Seiji was a little curious what might be hidden here, he was most worried about finding Hos.h.i.+ right now . After Seiji and his friends entered the flower garden, they soon located the beautiful boy sleeping under the red-leafed tree! Hos.h.i.+ was sitting quietly against the tree bark . He had a peaceful expression and his eyes closed… Seiji couldnt help but think of a certain knight kings final ending when he saw this scene! Fortunately, Hos.h.i.+ was only sleeping normally, not eternally . Seiji crouched down next to Hos.h.i.+, took off his helmet mask, and called out to Hos.h.i.+, Hos.h.i.+, wake up . There was no reaction . Wake up! Fourth Knight!! Seiji increased his volume and shook Hos.h.i.+ slightly by his shoulder . En… Hos.h.i.+ muttered a light sound . The beautiful boy then furrowed his eyebrows and opened his eyes slightly . After blinking a bit, he slowly opened them more . Hos.h.i.+ had a confused expression for a moment when he first noticed Seijis presence . Hos.h.i.+ then widened his eyes slightly . …Senpai? Its me . Seiji smiled at him . It was quite difficult for us to find you . I never expected that you were sleeping in such a beautiful place . Hos.h.i.+ stared at Seiji in surprise for a moment before he slowly turned to glance at Mika and Hisas.h.i.+ who had also unmasked themselves . Ueha.r.s.enpai… Juumonji-san… Are you guys real? This humble one doesnt think that he is an illusion . Hisas.h.i.+ chuckled . This is reality . Youre not dreaming at all, Fourth Knight . Its wonderful that youre alright, Amami-san . Mika also smiled . Hos.h.i.+ then looked back at Seiji again . The expression on Hos.h.i.+s face gradually turned to one of delight . Senpai… Team Leader! Hos.h.i.+ suddenly jumped towards Seiji and hugged him! Seiji was rather startled by this . He never expected that his junior would be excited to such a degree . Calm down… How are you feeling right now? Are you injured anywhere? Not at all… Im fine… Its just… Hos.h.i.+ sniffled his nose . I was a little afraid… Im sorry for leaving you alone for so long . Seiji patted him on the back . Everythings alright now . Theres nothing to be afraid of anymore . The moment Seiji said this, he felt as if he had just uttered a cla.s.sical death flag… er, everything should be fine, right? Wah… Team Leader… Hos.h.i.+ did his best to repress his tears so that he wouldnt cry . Everyone fell silent for a moment . Hos.h.i.+ then let go of Seiji after he managed to calm down his emotions . Still, Hos.h.i.+s face remained somewhat red . How did you arrive in this district? Seiji asked what he wanted to know the most . Hos.h.i.+ instantly recalled something upon hearing this . He hurriedly looked at the red-leafed tree . The mysterious gold-haired girl was no longer there! Seiji, Mika, and Hisas.h.i.+ were all rather mystified by Hos.h.i.+s action . They also followed Hos.h.i.+s line of sight to the red-leafed tree . However, they only saw red leaves and some black fruits . Is something there? Seiji asked this quite seriously as he recalled how strangely Hos.h.i.+ had behaved right before the Domain changed . No… she… isnt there anymore . Hos.h.i.+ then looked all around him but still couldnt find that girl . She? Yes, an extremely beautiful golden-haired girl… Hos.h.i.+ told the other three about his experiences . That girl is highly likely to be an existence from another world . Seiji thought about it as he rubbed his chin . Although shes also a bit different from the ones I met before… This girl was able to easily slay a boss monster with a single flick of her finger . She was even capable of opening up portals within Kazukos Domain, as well as teleport Hos.h.i.+ to such a secret garden-type location . It was obvious that she was completely different from Lloyd and Lana . Was she much more powerful than Lloyd and Lana? Or was she a completely different type of existence? She brought you here so that you could rest here safely . She helped you out… But, its also possible that she was the one who caused the Domain to transform and us to become separated . Seiji had quite a serious expression . Hos.h.i.+ remained silent . Although he had also considered this possibility, he didnt want to think that it could be true . I… dont think that shes evil, Hos.h.i.+ muttered . I think that something else caused the change in the Domain, not her… She helped you out, so I want to believe in her as well, Seiji told him . Seiji recalled the so-called Cliff Squad that he just met not long ago . It was also possible that the change in the Domain was because of those people, although Seiji felt that was unlikely . Perhaps he could have tried to obtain some information when communicating with them earlier, but Seiji felt that would have likely been a waste of time . Finding his missing companions was his first priority right now . Seiji wanted to avoid any trouble he could . But just in case, he also saved a file earlier right before he made contact with the Cliff Squad . Lets not think too much into things right now . We can first focus on finding the others . Seiji was about to use [Interdimensional Locator Spell] again, but was interrupted by the sound of some footsteps approaching in the distance . Seiji instantly reacted by decisively putting on his helmet mask again . He also indicated to Mika and Hisas.h.i.+ to put on their masks while he pulled down Hos.h.i.+s helmet mask for him . Whats the matter? Hos.h.i.+ was confused about this . Someones coming, Seiji told him . The moment he said this, the same people from earlier appeared at the entrance to this district . Nirou Iwazaki led his team to the target location . He discovered that the True Knight Order was here already! He was now absolutely certain that the True Knight Order also had their sights set on this place . I didnt think that things would be so troublesome . Nirou furrowed his eyebrows . There were three of them earlier, but now there was one more person… It wasnt important why another apparent Awakened had joined them . The important part right now was how to eliminate them! No matter who they were or what faction this True Knight Order belonged to, this wasnt a place that Nirous organization would possibly give up . In a normal direct battle… the possibility of winning would be very low . Regardless of the three Awakened on their side, just the Spirit-branded Retainer alone would be quite difficult for his own team to deal with . Call for backup… their support likely wouldnt arrive in time . In that case, there was only one choice Nirou could make . Nirou instantly made his choice when he saw the jacketed Spirit-branded Retainer walking over . Kill them all! Nirou coldly gave such an order to his three team members that possessed spiritual weapons . His three team members didnt hesitate one bit upon receiving such an order . They immediately rushed over towards the jacketed Spirit-branded Retainer with excited expressions on their faces . They had gotten bored of slaying monsters . They wanted to try killing a real person! However, the three didnt notice that right after they rushed forward, Nirou immediately took out a black remote from his pocket and pressed three red b.u.t.tons on the remote . The blood-red spiritual weapons that these three people were holding instantly started emitting mist that entered their bodies . The three felt great pain as their powers greatly increased and their consciousnesses went hazy . Their visions became bright red and an insane desire to kill welled up within their minds! Grahhhh!!!!! All three individuals roared just like monsters . *Boom!!!* The greatsword-wielding individual demolished a large portion of a flower patch with a single swing of his greatsword . This even left a large crack on the ground from the impact! Seiji had an astonished expression under his mask as he managed to dodge this attack . Why did they suddenly attack him with such strong killing intent!? Was it to escape from the Inner World? Did they find it impossible to leave this gigantic maze-like Inner World, so they despaired and wanted to kill an outsider to achieve the condition of a person dying so that everyone else could leave? But, these people didnt look like they were anywhere near despair earlier at all . And, they were in rather strange manic state right now… Seiji had many questions in his mind, but no free time to ponder any of them . That was because a spear that was flas.h.i.+ng bright-red swiftly stabbed at him from the side! *Clang!!* Seiji pulled out his sword and managed to knock away the spear . He then immediately felt a gust of wind arriving at his back . Seiji felt an incredible sense of danger . [Bullet Time] automatically activated for him! Thanks to his pa.s.sive abilitys a.s.sistance, Seiji barely managed to dodge the hoodie-wearing youths double dagger backstab . Seiji also counterattacked with a kick . The a.s.sa.s.sin managed to dodge the powerful kick by jumping backwards . The dagger-wielding youth then adjusted his posture and turned to attack Mika and the others! Careful!! Seiji shouted . The next moment, Hisas.h.i.+ shout out a thunderbolt that hit the hoodie-wearing youth . However, this didnt manage to stop the youths attack at all . Mika brought out her s.h.i.+eld and stood in front of Hisas.h.i.+ to protect him . However, the a.s.sa.s.sin transformed into a shadow and went around her . He aimed directly for Hos.h.i.+! The blood-red sharp daggers were filled with killing intent as they aimed directly for Hos.h.i.+s neck!!