Oh, it's you, Yumina.
I wish this could last forever.
Hold on!
What is Yumina doing here?
I know I went to bed by myself last night!
Also, I've never slept with anyone else before!
Oh, Touya.
Good morning.
She's cute like this, too!
Uh, I mean...
What are you doing here, Yumina?
My, there's nothing odd about a wife and husband sleeping in the same bed, you know.
Uh, but we're not married yet, you know.
Besides, lately,
you've been all focused on the nation, and you haven't spent any time with me.
So you owe me at least this much.
How much is "this much"?!
It's almost time for breakfast.
I'll go get ready.
Huh?
I'll get changed.
Gather up your tears
And release your unhindered light
That shines like a diamond
Don't worry, don't care
Follow your heart
Every time I spoke of my dreams, they felt closed off
Even that bird and that sky seemed monochrome to me
Yet you were there in my path, your eyes brimming with strength
Time then stopped, and deep within my heart something began to stir
Don't be afraid, and run forth
If we only have one life to live
Then be true to yourself, so you don't regret it
Gather up your tears
And release your unhindered light
That shines like a diamond
Don't worry, don't care
Follow your heart
"Chapter 7 The Hangar and Frame Gears"
That was so forward of Yumina-san.
Five wives for one husband...
You have a rough ride ahead.
Master.
I just received word from one of the birds we sent scouting.
Oh, they found something already?
They describe it as a pitch-black pyramid made from some unusual material.
That sounds similar to the Alchemy Ward's ruins.
This might be a jackpot.
So where are these ruins?
There you have it.
So I know it's pretty far, but I'm planning to go via Babylon.
The location is on the western side of the Kingdom of Sandora.
The island is a lot smaller than Brunhild.
So this will be the fourth Babylon?
Yeah, if we're lucky.
I hope it's either the Storehouse or the Hangar this time.
The Library would be good as well.
I'd actually be more grateful if it was.
I think it's probably the Tower.
I think it's the Research Lab.
Then I'll bet on the Rampart.
Come on, let's not turn this into a betting pool.
Ende also said it's only a matter of time before Advanced Phrase appear,
so I hope we can obtain the Frame Gears soon.
Please! Let it be the Hangar or the Storehouse!
It looks like the ruin is straight ahead.
Is there really no one living here?
None that my search is showing.
Maybe that just means there are that many animals and monsters roaming wild there.
Looks like a strange one has already shown up.
No, Paula, you don't need to fight.
Here it comes!
Entwine thus, Ice!
Frozen Curse: kzebind!
Here I go!
Time to finish it!
That wasn't a very impressive monster.
It was around Green rank, I'd say.
It has a pretty tough hide, though.
We might be able to use it to make something.
Shall we take some home with us?
There was no need for me to step in.
But this time...
--Everyone, let's go! --Aye!
Th-This time...
--There! There! --Piece of cake!
--Yeah. I can really count on you all. --As expected from us!
This is definitely it!
A teleportation circle to Babylon!
I found it.
I'm teleporting now.
Understood.
Be careful.
Oh, I'm here.
What's that?
Hey, that's dangerous!
Not bad.
You're the first to dodge my instant-kill attack.
Though no one else has ever come here before, either!
So this girl is the administrator of this Babylon?
She's tiny, though.
Uh, who are you?
I am the administrator of this Babylon, Fredmonica!
Call me Monica!
And you are?
Oh, I'm Mochizuki Touya.
I'm the Master of... let's see... the Garden, the Workshop, and the Alchemy Ward.
I see.
So you've already obtained several Babylons, then.
Then prove your strength to me!
Slip!
I saw her panties.
Y-You saw, didn't you?
Huh? Uh...
I think you're a little young to be wearing black.
...erase...
Huh?
I'll erase your memory!
Shield.
I saw them again.
I can still see them.
Damn it!
I can still see them.
I give up!
Why do I feel so guilty?
I now recognize you as compatible!
And as of this moment, Unit #28,
code name "Fredmonica," will be transferred to your command!
Now help me up, Master!
Registration complete!
Master's genetic information recorded!
Ownership of the Hangar is now transferred to Master!
The Hangar?
Yes! Bingo!
Bihgg?
Hey, Monica! The Frame Gears!
The Frame Gears are here, right?!
Y-Yeah.
This is awfully spacious, isn't it?
Bet you're surprised, huh?
Spatial magic is used on the interior of the Hangar,
so it's a lot bigger inside than it looks!
--Uh, want me to push it? --Damn it... You little...
You bastard!
Whoa, whoa!
You're too quick to snap!
So this is a Frame Gear?!
This is the original Frame Gear, so it's an old model.
Hey, can I get in this?
You can get in it all you want!
It won't run, though.
Huh?
Why won't it run?
Because it has no fuel.
What does this thing use for fuel?! Gasoline?!
Gasoline?
This thing uses Ether Liquid for fuel!
If I remember right, the administrator of the Research Lab can make it.
So you're saying we have to find the Research Lab to make them run?!
D-Don't be disappointed, Master!
It's possible that Flora might know how!
Huh?
Ether Liquid?
It's not impossible to make.
All right!
Though what I can make here will be inferior
to what the Research Lab administrator could make.
That's no problem!
Now we can operate the Frame Gears!
Good for you.
So, do you have any Ether Ore?
Huh? Ether Ore?
It's an ore with the ability to amplify, store, and release magic energy.
We would need some about this large.
Um, are you talking about spell stones?
There's no doubt.
These are Ether Ores.
So, problem solved?!
What's wrong, everyone?
Well, I mean...
To be blunt, there aren't any spell stones that large.
Huh?
Spellstones are incredibly precious items.
If there was a spells tone that large...
You wouldn't be able to put a price on it.
You're kidding me!
Could we not search for one using your smartphone, Touya-dono?
Huh?
Oh!
Search.
A spells tone bigger than 30cm.
Oh, look at this!
There's one in Brunhild, too!
You're right!
All right! Then our next step is mining spell stones!
How's this?!
Oh, my. It's rather big.
Half of this should be plenty.
Just a month until the Ether Liquid is complete...
I can't wait!
Oh? Is that you, Master?
What are you two up to?
It has been 5,000 years, so I figured we should do some light maintenance.
The Hangar comes equipped with magic that prevents corrosion and deterioration,
but dust and the like can still build up.
I told you, they ain't covered in dust!
I've been taking proper care of them!
Have you really?
Oh, right, Master!
Would you like to try sitting in the pilot seat?
Really?! Can I?!
Yeah, not bad.
Once you understand the basic motions for piloting it,
the rest is just practice.
The unit itself handles all the detailed assistance and adjustments
by reading the pilot's mind.
Though that also means a lot is dependent on the pilot's thoughts and experience,
so a veteran warrior would be even stronger,
while those who aren't would only be able to pilot it so well.
I see...
Oh, man, I can't wait to try piloting it.
It'll take time to get used to it, too.
I had a feeling this might happen!
So I actually made you something in secret!
This is the Frame Unit, a simulation system for training with Frame Gears!
Is it one of those things that provides a simulated experience?
It is!
And it operates solely on magic power!
How does it feel to pilot one?
Great! It pretty much moves as I will it to!
What now?
Looks like you're getting used to it, Master!
Now I'll teach you how to pilot it in actual combat!
Now I get it.
The second unit was for communication and competition.
All right! Let's go!
I'll get you!
There, there, there!
D-Don't look!
We can use these as mueh as we want?!
That's exactly why I had the Workshop make copies.
Play around with them whenever you're free.
Eventually, we'll make them available to everyone in the castle
and have them practice as well.
During that time, we'll work on mass production of actual Frame Gear units.
Though that will still mean only one a day.
But in several months' time, we should have enough for everyone in the oastle.
Good.
Now we should be prepared if any standard or more powerful Phrase attack.
TO Llya!
I know! "Mass-Produced Frame Gear" is a pretty boring name.
So let's call them Chevaliers, the word for knights!
Sue?
Touya! Make me your wife, too!
Let's get married!
What?!
You like younger women, right?
Who told you that?
I heard it from your maid, Cesca!
And I'm the youngest one so far!
--So there's no issue!
--Young lady, that's enough. --So there's no issue!
You're troubling His Royal Highness.
What is going on here, Leim-san?
I'm not following the conversation.
The truth is, Lady Sushie has received an offer for an arranged marriage.
Huh?
I won't marry anyone other than Touya!
I refuse!
So who would be her partner?
His Highness Zabune, the first prince of Linhea Kingdom.
The first prince? That would make him the future king, right?
That doesn't sound like a bad arrangement.
How doesn't it?!
I refuse to wed some mysterious man!
Indeed.
Huh? You, too, Leim-san?
Personally, I'm opposed to it.
First of all, Prince Zabune has a bad reputation.
Especially in his relationships with women.
There are countless noble ladies and city girls
who have been brought to tears by his violence and awful treatment,
and rumor has it that is why he still hasn't been
able to succeed the throne despite being well past 30.
Hey! W-W-Wait a minute!
He's over 30?!
Their ages are that far apart?!
That's right!
So, what? Are they just getting engaged for now, and then marrying after Sue is older?
No.
He wants to marry her right away.
He claims he fell in love with her at the social party.
I refuse!
So Touya, please! Take me!
You don't have to treat me the same as my sister Yumina!
Just keeping me at your side would be enough!
ls that too much, Touya?
I'm also opposed to you marrying a stupid prince like that.
TO Llya!
But this is a problem between nations,
so I don't think it's something I can resolve at my own discretion.
I guess I'll consult with the others.
I don't see any issue with her marrying you.
Seems past due, really.
I don't think it's a problem, either.
I kind of had a feeling that it would turn out this way.
I'm happy to have more companions.
W-Well, setting that topic aside for now,
the question is how to refuse Prince Zabune's marriage proposal.
I can just turn him down by telling him I'm going to be Touya's bride.
That could still cause some problems.
I've heard that Prince Zabune is quite vindictive.
Worst case, he could sever all relations between his nation and ours.
I can't cause trouble for others...
If only there was some way that would work...
It would solve everything if we just crushed the life out of that prince.
That's violent.
A stupid prince acting that selfishly at his age is doing no one any good.
A loathsome, perverted pedophile in his thirties who toys with women
should be put out of his misery quickly.
You're sure letting him have it!
How do you plan to kill him?!
I would manufacture a sniper rifle.
A little potassium cyanide and he'd be out like a light.
I just need one blow with my pipe wrench!
Well, setting these idiots aside...
At any rate, let's start by visiting the duke.
We can tell him how Sue feels and have him try to think of something, too.
Maybe there's something we can do together.
I've been quite troubled by this problem as well.
If you were to agree to marry Sue, I would at least have some options...
And what would happen in that case?
All of that stupid prince's resentment would be turned toward Brunhild.
That's mean!
Getting back to this stupid prince...
If he has such a bad reputation,
the question is why he hasn't been expelled from the royal family.
It's the power of Wardack, the Prime Minister of Linhea.
It's no understatement to claim that man holds all the authority in Linhea.
Rumor has it their king is just a figurehead.
Just who is this prime minister?
Wardack is from the same family as Queen Dacia, Prince Zabune's mother.
He uses that status to get away with whatever he pleases.
I hear the only decent person in that royal family is the second prince.
Huh? There's another prince aside from this stupid one?
He's a concubine's son, though.
Apparently he's been forced to live away from the palace in shame,
but I hear he's a man of quite good character.
If he's from a different mother,
that means he doesn't share Wardack's bloodline.
However, the second prince's mother is kept isolated due to illness,
and she has no backing.
Apparently, all that prince can do is just barely keep her alive.
That's tragic.
Master, the emissary from Linhea has arrived.
I guess they ran out of patience.
All right, I've made up my mind.
I'll formally decline.
Okay, then, I'll be going--
Huh?
"Anxious" "Anxious" Anxious... Teary...
"Anxious" "Anxious"
Your Grace, Duke Ortlinde.
Please pardon the interruption, but I have come to receive your answer
regarding the recent proposal.
Thank you for coming all this way.
To get to the point, while we are truly honored by your gracious proposal,
I will have to decline.
Might I inquire the reason?
The truth is, my daughter has already settled on another man to wed.
--Huh?! --May I ask who he is?
This man here.
His Royal Highness, the Grand Duke of the Duchy of Brunhild, Mochizuki Touya.
This man is the Grand Duke of the Duchy of Brunhild?!
Oh, um, you don't need to do that for me.
I never thought I would be able to meet Your Royal Highness here.
I give my thanks to God!
No, no, no...
I have heard your achievements spoken of in many circles.
Pardon me for asking,
but is it true that you can use teleportation magic?
Huh? Oh, yes, I can use it.
Oh!
In that case...
In that case, please! Please save my mother!
Huh? H-Hold on a minute!
Could you explain things from the beginning?
Yes.
My name is Cloud Zeph Linhea.
I am the second prince of Linhea Kingdom.
Huh?!
Every day is bittersweet
(Bubbly bubbly)
I might still blush when your eyes are dose up
Our love affair goes around with the 1, 2, 3 beat of I, My, Me, Mine
But “Look solely at me“
ls something I can't say; I want you to notice my jealousy
My hero glimpsed through a lens
I want you to take everything, even your flawed kindness
And fill me up with goodness even more
(even more)
Until I burst
My heart races and aches deep within because I love you
My love is rapidly rising, but, but, but, but
I can't help that we're in another world
Let's sing about this joyous occasion illuminated by the brilliant sun!
"Together forever!"
I may not be much, but I want you to hug me from time to time,
English Translator: John Pickett Translation Editor: Tara "tylnnec" Campbell Translation Checker: Becky Cottrill I may not be much, but I want you to hug me from time to time,
English Translator: John Pickett Translation Editor: Tara "tylnnec" Campbell Translation Checker: Becky Cottrill
English Translator: John Pickett Translation Editor: Tara "tylnnec" Campbell Translation Checker: Becky Cottrill And if you're far away, that's okey-dokey
English Translator: John Pickett Translation Editor: Tara "tylnnec" Campbell Translation Checker: Becky Cottrill
English Translator: John Pickett Translation Editor: Tara "tylnnec" Campbell Translation Checker: Becky Cottrill We'll live happily ever after!
We'll live happily ever after!