Chapter 433: Method of Escape
“Four Seasons Envoy? How is that possible!”
The young girl appearing in her field of vision instantly awakened the memory deep within Kazumi’s mind, recalling the hero’s hero name.
In truth, it couldn’t be blamed on Kazumi’s lack of clear understanding in this regard. Just like the divine officers in shrines or the chief superintendents in police stations, these psychics who also possessed powerful abilities were independent of the Heroes Association. Not only was their system different, but their information was also not as easily collected as that of heroes who frequently appeared in the association.
And this woman, known as the “Four Seasons Envoy,” was also an exception within the association. Born in a southern country with constantly changing climates, she possessed powerful and versatile abilities. However, due to her personality, she only protected some cities in the south and her name couldn’t even be found in the association’s rankings.
If it weren’t for the young girl’s extraordinary memory and reading comprehension, it would have been difficult for anyone else to recall such a hero.
Moreover, this one possessed four completely different forms even in her normal state. It was quite normal not to recognize her at first glance.
“If that’s the case, that method won’t work either.”
Shaking her head, Kazumi felt somewhat fortunate that she had stopped that rather irrational action earlier. After all, judging by the abilities the other party had displayed, she was a strong psychic capable of rivaling Andre’s powerful flame abilities.
As for Kazumi, who possessed a considerable number of Frost Cores, she had some ways to cope. If necessary, she could replicate the method she had tried before. As long as she was careful and ensured her own safety, if she could release such powerful ice abilities again, it would be a significant problem for flame-type psychics.
But now, it seemed that this method was completely unworkable. Although the information recorded wasn’t too detailed, it was known that as the “Four Seasons Envoy,” she also possessed the “Winter” form. Such a simple attribute-based counter would be difficult to achieve any effect.
“I can’t stay here anymore.”
The originally azure sea surface was instantly occupied by scattered patches of green. In just a few breaths, the sparse green madly grew into a mass of seaweed covering the entire sea surface.
The cruise ship where Kazumi was located was also enveloped by the vast expanse of seaweed. A piercing metallic sound rang out from the stern. From the Corpse Crow’s perspective, the toothed seaweed was actually gnawing at the metallic cruise ship, and at no slow pace.
Seeing Andre being pulled out from the vines, Kazumi instantly understood the current situation. Listening to the news from Igarashi Aya through her earphones, she no longer intended to hide in the cabin. She decisively pushed open the door and headed towards the deck.
“[Coffin] Miss, the situation is urgent. What we need to do is get to shore as quickly as possible.”
Kazumi’s room was not too far from the central deck. After a few quick steps, the young girl soon arrived at the place where the metal cage had been placed earlier.
The people on the deck seemed to be preparing something as if they had received orders. Igarashi Aya, the commander, was busy using her abilities to release something onto the surface of the cooled cage. Seeing Kazumi arrive, she briefly stopped her actions and began to explain.
“I understand, but this is…”
Looking at the goo-like substance hanging on the metal cage like large phlegm, Kazumi felt a strange sense of déjà vu. She shook her head, casting aside the unwarranted association, and asked uncertainly.
“[Coffin] Miss, you can try this. The method might be a bit crude, but this is the best we can do at this stage.”
Reaching out and adjusting the position of the slime, Igarashi Aya demonstrated by inserting her hand into the slime, signaling Kazumi to try it.
Kazumi nodded and, following suit, inserted her hand into the slime. A strangely soft sensation instantly enveloped her, but it was immediately followed by a firm touch, as if her hand had been welded in place.
“Hm?”
Exclaiming in questioning surprise, the young girl instantly understood the miraculous nature of the slime. It possessed a very strong fixing effect, and bearing the full weight of a person was not a problem. Internally, it had enough space for movement, so there wouldn’t be the stifling situation of being fixed too tightly, preventing one from retaliating when attacked.
But in the next moment, the young girl’s previously calm expression suddenly fell. Looking at the large chunk of slime arranged in a four-point configuration that conformed to the human body structure, Kazumi seemed to understand the other party’s plan.
Kazumi could somewhat understand that with the current number of people, it was understandable that Igarashi Aya couldn’t afford enough slime to envelop a person. However, this method of fixation, which looked like preserved meat hanging to dry, was it perhaps a bit unseemly…
“I’m sorry, Miss [Coffin]. It happened so suddenly, I could only do this. However, I can guarantee your safety. Our team will not abandon the life of any member.”
Seeing the young girl’s expression darken for a moment, Igarashi Aya thought Kazumi was worried about the safety of this plan and quickly reassured Kazumi.
“…”
Nodding silently, Kazumi had nothing more to say. Considering the current situation, this really was the only way. After all, their objective was rescue, not to defeat someone. Perhaps these people could help Andre considerably in combat, but it was more likely that they would be surrounded by reinforcements from the opponent if the fight lasted too long. Therefore, it had to be said that Igarashi Aya’s decision was extremely important.
However…
What truly made the young girl worried was how this so-called method of escape would work.
Looking at the others who were inserting their limbs into the slime, Kazumi still couldn’t bring herself to have the same unconditional trust in them.
With only her limbs fixed in the slime, Kazumi believed only in herself when it came to matters of life and death.
“Boom—”
“Everyone prepare!”
Just as Kazumi hadn’t had time to fully contemplate what Igarashi Aya’s so-called method of escape was, the violent sound of metal squeezing and the feeling of weightlessness interrupted the young girl’s brainstorming session. The furious seaweed had already devoured the bottom of the ship, and the ship, having lost its support, began to descend bit by bit with gravity, falling into the green hell full of teeth.
Igarashi Aya’s voice also rang out. Then, a strong gust of wind swept in front of them. Kazumi instinctively looked up, only to see a tall green figure.
Countless parasitic vines directly wrapped the tall figure in a green outer layer, and from the vaguely discernible external features, Andre’s identity could still be recognized.
Completely ignoring the killer plants entwined around his body, Andre walked two steps to the pre-prepared position, grabbed the two large pieces of slime that served as handles, subtly lowered his body, and slowly exerted force to the left.
[Wait, it can’t be happening again!]
Feeling the cage shifting little by little, a look of realization flashed across Kazumi’s face, but it quickly turned into despair. She no longer cared about trusting herself and rushed to insert her remaining limbs into the slime.
In the next moment, Andre, having fully charged, began his actions. Just like a perfect demonstration of shot put, after a few rotations, he suddenly exerted force. Accompanied by a sonic boom that pierced the air, the giant metal cage shot straight towards the sky like a cannonball.
