Chronicles of the Red Sovereign

Chapter 129: Reasons

The tour was quite informative really, although Bernard did tell me that he was only showing us the less complicated areas of the ship. The rest would be revealed (or rather Youll probably stumble on them on your own one of these days. His words, not mine) at a later date.

To be honest, the ship was very impressive as it was massive. Ideas I only read from books that were only available in Avalon Isles (apparently), as well as things I only heard from Athena and Hephaestus when they recount their stories of their previous world were implemented in the ship.

The most impressive one, I think, was the hangar (except for the bridge that is). It had these vehicles I had only seen on books.

Theyre called jets. Its powered by magic ores which needed to be replaced every once in a while so I have to remind you that we need to secure a place to replenish our supplies. Bernard said and motioned to the five black jets in the hangar.

-Wow, he really did make vehicles from that world only run on magical energy. The guy really is a genius. But then again, he has an artificial spirit working for him.

And its airborne too, right? I added. Everyone looked at me surprised but Bernard only smiled.

So you know.

Athena and Hephaestus talk about those a lot. I even thought it would be nice to have such modes of transportation in Afasia, only that their inner-workings are complicated. I replied.

Not when youre like me. I used to design and create stuff like this in my previous life. Well that and many more.

Obviously. I said, shrugging. So, why do we need such vehicles again? I thought SS Archangel can fly?

It can, but the Archangel is built for high altitude and long periods of being airborne. And besides, I dont think its a good idea to fly over a place with such a big ship. People will think were enemies, or worse, aliens.

-True. That does make sense.

Bernard then pointed to the ones that looked like different kinds of carriages, only without horses, and another set of vehicles with only two wheels. Those are called cars and motorcycles. Theyre mostly land-based. Like the jets theyre powered up by magic ores and has a few enchantments on them for their intended purpose.

I couldnt help but raise an eyebrow at his words. But rather than Bernard explaining to me, it was Anubis who took the limelight.

Some of those cars look like ones used by the military back in our world. he said. Usually theyre sturdier than regular cars.

Exactly! If we ever have to scout an area or visit an area we are not sure is safe, such cars are the go to ones.

But they dont exist in this world. Senior Andrei, no, Andrei (he told me to call him casually a while ago) said. Dont you think theyre too eye-catching?

I suggest not using it inside cities. Freya suddenly voiced out. We can use it in the wilderness or places without much people. And if some of those cars are really used for military purposes, then theyre useful in a battle. We all know theres an incoming one.

Everyone seemed to agree on it.

Everyone can learn how to operate them. I set a simulation room in the ship so you can all go practice.

The tour ended with us going to what supposedly were our rooms. Bernard led Anubis and I to mine. Well it was connected to an office so we ended up there anyway.

-As for Anubis, we still have to talk. Does he even want to be on our little group?

Think of this place as our new home. Bernard said as he made himself comfortable to the visitors area of the office. I already programmed Sally to give you the highest level of clearance since youre the captain of this ship.

Why?

Bernard looked at me with a confused expression. I sighed and gave him a small smile. I then turned to Anubis. Hey can you give the two of us some privacy? Sally? Give Anubis a room in the ship and show him the way.

[Affirmative captain.]

-Already? Now then

Once Anubis left, I faced Bernard who was making his way to the couches.

Sally, can you secure the room so no one can eavesdrop on us?

[Yes captain.]

And please call me Nyxtriel.

[Affirmative Captain Nyxtriel.]

I gave Bernard a pointed look but the idiot only shrugged.

-I guess Ill just have to deal with it.

Bernard, why are you doing all of this? Like creating this ship, giving me the highest authority of this ship and Sally, and probably a lot more. So why? he was about to answer but I cut him off. And dont say because were friends. Sure I cherish you guys as my best friends but I want to know why youd go through all these lengths just to be my subordinates. Im pretty sure youre aware of the dangers Im about to plunge into.

A few seconds of silence enveloped the room. Bernard was looking at me with a confused expression but then it morphed into understanding and then he started chuckling.

Its simple. Because I want to. All of us want to. And your sister gave us the necessary push to realize it and act on it. he snorted. In my previous life, theres this genre called isekai. Its about people summoned from another world or reincarnated into another world, like me, and becoming heroes. The content on those stories are adventures and magic, and Ive always loved those stories. Ive always dreamed on going on adventures and whatnot. And now, Im experiencing it, well half of it. I may not become a hero like the protagonists of those stories but I am grateful on supporting you on becoming one and go on an adventure with you.

I only sighed, agreeing about wanting something and wanting to achieve it.

The others have their reasons which I think you can already take a guess what, but were here for you. Whether you like it or not, were stuck together now.

I scoffed which turned into a giggle. I looked at him and he only smiled.

Fine. I suppose I dont have to remind you of the dangers were going to face once I start whatever it is I have to do.

Yep. Wait, what do you have to do? Do you have plans?

Yeah. I have to get my tails back.

I fished out the map Hestia gave me from my Item Box and laid it to the coffee table. This map is magical; it will show you the location of what you want the most. See the red dot? Thats the location of one of the things I want most.

Its like Jack Sparrows compass, only its a map.

I only looked at him with a raised eyebrow, but he shrugged. Never mind. Uh, a fox tail, I guess its one of them?

Yes.

Red Moon Castle, in the Island of the Giants?

Ive been there before for a short time. Its an island ruled by pirates.

Huh, the irony. Sally, scan the map and upload it to the system.

[Yes Mr. Thesax. Would you like me to set the ship on route to the coordinates shown in the map?]

No, not yet. I inserted. We need a plan first.

[Affirmative Captain Nyxtriel.]

With that settled, we only needed to form some plan to get my one of my tails.

Oh, one last thing. Here. Bernard handed me a small metal box. Everyone have one already. I figured we still have to have some means of communication and access to Sally even if were apart so I made those things.

I opened the box and saw a small circle device, a pair of glasses and a small glass container.

The circle is placed on the ears, its for audio purposes. It has a sticking enchantment so itll never fall off. The glasses enable you to see information and whatnot, same with the contact lenses. All three are connected to Sally and doesnt really have a limit on range. Unless some form of magical EMP is present then those will stop working.

-EMP? I think I heard that term before.

They also double as tracking devices so we wont have a problem locating any of us. he added.

Are you sure its safe? What if somebody else can track us using it?

No worry. Its set on a frequency only available to us. I doubt this world has any hackers or something considering such technology doesnt even exist yet. It also has protection spells so its all good.

Okay? These are impressive.

Yep!

[Sorry to interrupt your conversation Captain, Mr. Thesax, but a Poseidon is looking for you outside the ship.]

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A.N:

Hey everyone. Sorry for vanishing for like a week. I have been busy lately. I just finished a week long virtual seminar and Im currently sick (one of the cons of taking the vaccine). To make up for it, Im updating two chapters today! This is basically my apologies to you. Also, theres an announcement in the next chapter (Chapter 130), so do please give it a read.

Thank you!

Xoxo,

Niche_Bezarius