Chapter: 137. Help from the Heavenly Academy
The supernatural ability of the Shadow of Finality granted Tianyu unimaginable power. After the collapse of the Infinite Domain, she almost simultaneously merged her shadow into the shadows of the entire artificial academy island, thus mastering the movements of the whole island.
Whether it was the meeting between Kanade and Nagi, or the special instance SEMA and the abilities of the Infinite Academy receiving the order to “find Star Palace Nagi,” or the direct confrontation between Kanade and the special instance SEMA’s ability users, all information was under Tianyu’s control.
So when Kanade used her abilities to leave the Infinite Academy from the sea’s surface, she traced the fluctuations of that magic power, sneaking into the shadows and following along.
Until just now, she had been utilizing the secrecy of the Shadow of Finality, hiding in the shadows under the park bench where Kanade and Nagi were sitting, eavesdropping on everything that Kanade just said.
In the end, Tianyu could no longer endure the cringe-worthy interaction between the young couple and had to reveal herself before the goosebumps rose further.
In the park, illuminated by the moonlight and starlight.
Kanade stood protectively behind Nagi, confronting Tianyu before them.
He did not know whether Tianyu was friend or foe. If possible, Kanade did not want to have a direct confrontation with this junior.
This was not only due to their past friendship but also because if a battle of abilities broke out here, the Infinite Academy not far away would detect the magic reaction and dispatch personnel.
At that point, Kanade would once again have to face multiple opponents.
After the battle with the invading fantasy monsters, Kanade had a clear understanding of the strength of the ACE-level ability users of the special instance SEMA.
Without using “Rewrite,” relying solely on the physical capabilities and abilities gained during the Rewrite of the “Chimera,” it would be difficult for Kanade to combat the true elite ability users of special instance SEMA. The abilities gained from rewriting “Finality” and “Infinity” were too one-sided; they could almost only exert their full effect when facing these two.
Therefore, Kanade wanted to avoid falling into a direct confrontation with the ACE-level ability users of special instance SEMA.
“Tianyu, there’s actually a deep reason behind all this…” Kanade could only try to communicate and persuade Tianyu.
Although he did not believe he had a chance to convince her with his words.
Unexpectedly, before Kanade could finish speaking, Tianyu took the initiative to drop her defensive stance.
“…Actually, I heard everything just now, Senpai Tsukimi.” Tianyu shrugged.
“The words you just spoke were just an attempt to see if Senpai Tsukimi was lying, but since you protected Sister Nagi right away, you probably do care about her safety.” Tianyu’s words were not lies, but when she learned about the so-called “Protagonist Plan” from Kanade, she held a doubtful attitude.
Because for Tianyu, she knew that the protagonist of her previous life, the “Elemental Sovereign,” had not died. Since the old protagonist was still alive, was it really possible for a new protagonist to be born?
However, she had indeed heard the people from special instance SEMA ordering Nagi’s arrest just moments ago.
Coupling that with Kanade’s earlier reaction, Tianyu ultimately decided to trust him.
“Tianyu… thank you, thank you for believing in me.”
Upon hearing this, Kanade could not help but breathe a sigh of relief. He felt no hostility from Tianyu, who had already entered a beastly state.
“…Although I don’t know why special instance SEMA would issue such an order, at least one thing is certain: it won’t be easy for Senpai Tsukimi alone to escape their surveillance.” If my brother were to intervene, it would be another matter… Tianyu secretly muttered to herself.
“So, let me assist Senpai Tsukimi on this escape journey.”
“…You want to assist me, Tianyu?”
“Well, to be precise, I will have the Heavenly Academy family assist you, Senpai Tsukimi.”
“But, but if that’s the case, Tianyu might also be considered an accomplice by special instance SEMA—” Kanade said anxiously, concerned that this escape, which he was attempting with no other options, should not involve more innocent people.
“Don’t worry, I won’t reveal myself personally. I’ll send someone else to help you, Senpai Tsukimi, and Sister Nagi… Koharu.” After saying that, Tianyu clapped her hands.
Suddenly, a whirlwind stirred in the shadows at her feet, and a girl of similar age appeared from thin air.
Such a way of appearing reminded Kanade of ninjas who always served the family head in film and television works.
“This is my personal attendant, named Koharu. She will now use the resources of the Heavenly Academy family to assist you, Senpai Tsukimi, in this escape plan,” Tianyu assured Kanade earnestly.
“I am Koharu, and I will do my utmost to assist the two of you in escaping from special instance SEMA’s pursuit. Please take care of me.”
Koharu then politely bowed.
During the investigation of the Noah Pavilion undercover operation at the Ark Academy, Tianyu had long had Koharu prepare a plan to assist Nagi and Kanade in escaping from the artificial academy island. So, at this moment, there was no need for additional preparation. It was just that even Tianyu hadn’t expected this day would actually come in handy.
“Senpai Tsukimi, and Miss Nagi, could you please hand over your phones to me?” Koharu took a step forward, pulling out a black rectangular box from the backpack behind her.
“Phones?” Kanade and Nagi exchanged glances but took out their phones from their pockets.
Long before their escape from the artificial academy island, Kanade had turned off both their phones.
“Yes, I will help you transfer the necessary data to the new phones we are preparing.” While explaining, Koharu opened the box, and the black glove box instantly transformed into a laptop.
Koharu connected Kanade’s and Nagi’s phones to the sides of the box, and the light emitted from the screens brightened her pretty and poised face.
The scene before Kanade and Nagi reminded them of some spy movies.
“Koharu is helping you transfer the data to secure phones to prevent you from being tracked by special instance SEMA.” Tianyu explained from the side: “During this time, Senpai Tsukimi and Sister Nagi, please change into these.”
As she spoke, Tianyu pulled out two bags from the shadows and handed one to Kanade and the other to Nagi.
—Are you Doraemon?! Where did these things even come from?
Kanade couldn’t help but mutter in his heart.
He weighed the bag he received and determined that it contained clothes.
“There’s a public restroom in a nearby park. I’ll take Sister Nagi over to change, and Senpai Tsukimi, you can figure out a way to handle it yourself. The clothes you take off can be given to Koharu; she will help dispose of them.” After Tianyu finished speaking, she led Nagi towards the public restroom.
Kanade, not thinking too much, jumped into the nearby bushes to change clothes.
It must be said that with Tianyu’s help, Kanade, who was initially confused about the escape, seemed to have found direction and method.
The assistance from the Heavenly Academy family made Kanade feel that this time, the escape plan had a chance of success for the first time.
Tianyu had prepared both for the two a set of very ordinary casual clothes, simplistic and straightforward, almost impossible to leave much impression on others, except for Nagi’s incomparably cute and stunning face and her long, smooth hair as deep as the night sky.
Therefore, Tianyu helped Nagi tie her hair into a simple ponytail and put a large pair of sunglasses on her unbelievably cute face, trying to cover up her unforgettable beauty.
When both of them changed into this gray-themed casual outfit and wore baseball caps, they transformed into ordinary passersby… even making it hard for people to notice they were still high school students.
Although both Kanade and Nagi looked very young on the outside, Kanade’s gaze at this moment lacked the innocence and whimsy of a high school student, his sharp eyes resembling those of a beast, which somewhat countered his childlike demeanor, making him appear more like a troubled adult.
Nagi’s beauty, which was beyond typical high school student standards, combined with her development far surpassing that of her peers, could easily pass as an adult without anyone doubting her.
Standing together, they looked like ordinary tourists traveling during their vacation.
“Senpai Tsukimi, and Miss Nagi, here are the new phones prepared for you by the Heavenly Academy, and these are your new identification,” Koharu efficiently handed two phones, one black and one white, to Kanade and Nagi, then took out two driver’s licenses and presented them to them.
Those were new identities prepared by the Heavenly Academy for the two.
