World Record - Chapter 67

Chapter 67

67. Sequel -Each Resolution-

After that, the Special Forces couldnt conceal the incident completely.
Because the sound of the Renard Apocalypse and the girl sent flying by Iwato and the hospitalization of Minister Kanekura, people witnessed various things or heard it. Theres no way to falsify it by saying that Its just a small explosion accident.
Hence, the Special Forces concealed the important thingthe traitor who sneaked into this townand reveal everything else. The people were shocked that several Sacred Beast cla.s.s and two Divine Beast cla.s.s appeared.
And, these words that Tsukie said with a painful-looking state, ripples more.

This time, the one who subjugated two Divine Beast cla.s.s that appeared at the Special Forces headquarters is the Special Forces top leader, World Recorder, Black Pandora . In addition, another World Recorder, Vorme Kaiser, A rank member Isakai Manabu, Sumikawa Ayame, and a powerful civilian provided cooperation with the Special Forces, and we manage to reduce the damage to the minimum

Buchi.
Iwato turned off the television that was showing the recording, and upon seeing that, Tsukie pouted.

[Geez! Thats the press conference that I tried my best attending with such wound! Iwato should watch it until the end!]
[No, in the first place, its Kaa-san fault that you got heavily wounded because you were careless. And also, your shadow clone disappeared midway]
[Ugugu]

Tsukie leaks such voice when hearing Iwatos merciless words.
They are now at the Sapporo central hospital.
Tsukie attended the press conference once, but her wound opened midway. So she was sent to the hospital. And, currently, shes being monitored in this complete bed rest state.
And, Iwato who thought that as a son, he should at least visit her, came here and nurse Tsukie reluctantly, but

[Oh? I surely thought that you would say Im not the King of Black Coffin]
[I wont, and whats with that tone?]

Iwato denied Tsukies words.
Which one did he deny.
Tsukie thought of such thing, and took a breath. At the same time, Iwato cast his eyes down.

[Actuallytheres something I want to consult with you]
[Oh, Iwato is rarely honest]

Tsukie blinks in surprise upon seeing the unusually timid Iwato, and she muttered so instinctively.
However

[I thinkits about time to tell the tworegarding the incident three years ago. About Tsumu and I,that personand the Special Forces andeveryone]

She understood everything upon hearing that.
Iwato clenched his fist tightly, and spat out those words that he continued to persuade himself many times.

[I think thatits bad if it doesnt change. I know that Karen and Ayame want to know about my past. But still, I feel the kindness of them not trying to press for the matter. Above allI know it well that Tsumu is being considerate to me]

Saying that, Iwato held down his chest tightly.
Tsukie saw his figure overlapping with his figure three years ago.
When I recall nowthe sin is probably too heavy and harsh for a 13-year-old boy to carry.
And, deep in her heart, she regretswhy at that time, I moved as a Minister of Defense instead of a Mother.

(Haaits natural that he hates me)

I cant help but to think that its a miracle that he opened his heart this much. To that extent, she felt guilty.
Tsukie mutters s

o in her mind, and looks straight at Iwato.

[I know that Im not in the position to be able to say anything, but even if you tell the fact to the two, only the two will be satisfied by it. You wontbe saved from anything]

Thats telling the past.
Thats only licking his own wound, and for sure, Karen and Ayamewill sympathize him.
Nothing will change even if hes symphatized. The pitiness will not fade. The feelings of guilt will not disappear. Iwatowont be saved from anything.
Iwato smiled wryly while knowing all of that, and yet, he talks.

[But still, I think I will tell. Otherwise, I wont make any progress]

If I dont take actions, a change will never happen.
If a change doesnt happen, I will never grow.
By those words, Tsukie leaks a sigh, and opens her mouth in amaze.

[By some chance, the two will hate you after hearing your past, you know?]

Iwato stands up.
He loosens his expression, and said this like its a matter of course.

[If those two will be happy because of that, then Im satisfied]

Thats the dark past smeared with sin.
Everyone whos related to it, will carry the sin, and as a result, no one will be rewarded. And, the most hard-working boywill never be saved.

Going back in time. About 10 seconds after the battle between Iwato and Tamamo Gozen.
Outside of the wall.
The town that was full of people, is abandoned in a miserable state now, and the tall and huge building had vines around it.
In the town, Unknowns run rampant, and the cry and breath of the monsters can be heard everywhere.
In such town, a golden flash suddenly flew in a straight line, and the sound of destruction resounded in the surroundings immediately after that.

Zudoooooooon!!

Cloud of dust scatters around, and the wild Unknowns around, ran away quickly.
The cloud of dust gradually disperse, and what comes into sight is a very huge crater.
In the center of the crater, theres a golden-haired woman lying down there, and she held down her abdomen and spat blood.

I-I didnt expect to be this much

SheTamamo Gozen survived.
Just before receiving that attack, its fortunate that she jumped backwards quickly. In spite of that attack, the wound she received is at most a serious wound. Not to the extent of dying.
Thats the proof that shes strong, but what occupying her now is none other than delight.

Finally, finally I found it! My Master!

The device equipped on her neck is already broken, and the language coming out from her mouth is not j.a.panese.
However, she straighten up her body without minding it.
Zukin!
The next moment, the intense pain on her body strikes her brain. Regarding her abdomen, it seemed that several bones of her ribs are broken, causing the pain. Judging from the pain, her spine might crack if shes reckless.
She grimaces in pain, and activates her superpower.

GuC-Cure

The next moment, her eyes light up, and at the same time, a faint light starts to leak from her abdomen.
Her superpowerCurse Cleansing Eyes.
Its the ability that governs curse and blessing. An omnipotent superpower that can buff, debuff, heal, and on top of that, deploy attack techniques.
Although I say that, the original use of it is for general housework. Thats why, its quite abnormal that use in in battle.

After she heals her wound, she stands up.
Having said that, the pain still have not fade, and she somehow manage to get out of the crater while walking unsteadily. And, arrived at the asphalt road.
Her transformation has already been released, and the sound of the wooden clogs echoes in the silent town.
And, she opened her eyes wide upon seeing the town.

T-Thats!

Before her eyes, theres a rusted green statue with vines twined around.
Even she who dont know much about human society, knows the G.o.ddess statue with just a glance. The once most huge advanced countryssymbol of liberty.

H-Heres America!?

Before she knew it, she shouted so.
Speaking of New York, its the name of the town that was destroyed by the repeating Unknown attacks during the Disastrous Year.
However, thats not what the thing to pay attention on.

Although I know the power because I experienced itimpossible, in this 10 seconds

She muttered so in half-shock and half-amaze, and she looked towards a book dropped nearby.

T-This?

This is written on the bookEnglish.
However, she who cant read it, poked the black planksolar panel on the front cover.

Fumuas expected, I dont understand human civilization.

She muttered so, and opens the book.
Inside the book, theres various drawings, and the names are written in English. And, under the name, theres a black b.u.t.ton.
She looked at all of those, and she looked towards the first drawing.

This isan apple? I dont remember since I have no ate it for dozens of years, butwhat a well-done drawing.

The thing drawn there is a red apple.
She placed her hand towards the apple while thinking of [I want to eat it], andtouched the b.u.t.ton.

apple

Hyai!?

A weird voice came out.
Before she knew, she has dropped the book.
She looked around restlessly.
And, eventually, her eyes turn to the book.

P-Perhaps..the language just now, came from the book?

She picks up the book.
She presses the same b.u.t.ton once again, and the word apple was p.r.o.nounced in English.

RingoA-Apoo? I-Is this b.u.t.ton saying this countrys language?

She reached such possibility.
The book has a solar panel attached on it which means that it can be used continuously, and its intended for babies. Its to teach English to babies who cant speak.
And, a grown woman is looking at it.

Personally, I want to head to his side immediately, but even if I go there, I cant communicate with him. On top of that, because theres a wall, I cant even enter. Because theres a language barrier, I cant even negotiate

In such time, a certain sentence pa.s.sed her mind.

So come again after cooling down

Thats the words Iwato said to her.
Upon recalling that, she opened her eyes wide and looked down at the baby-intended book.

Dont tell me! The words come again after cooling down is an excuse with the meaning of its fine even if it takes time! And, theres no way that such a precious and difficult book will drop in this kind of place by chance!Then, that means these all are his considerations!?

No way.
If Iwato was there, he would probably say that instantly.
However, theres no one who can stopher from having a misunderstanding in this abandoned town.

Hmph, then I will do it! I pledge to clear this super hard mission, and return to your side!

She shouted so, and presses the black b.u.t.ton.

apple

[A-Apoo!]

When will she return to his side?
For now, its certain that it will be a very long journey.