Anderson POV
3 Days Later
It has been 3 days since I last met with Lieutenant General Hazama from the JSDF and the meeting will commence around 11 AM on the dot.
Having gone through the rewards I had received from the previous achievements I had decided to summon the mining mechs and start hollowing into the side of the mountain.
Fortunately enough, the drilling mechs had their own self charging battery packs so after a couple hours they would pop right back up and continue mining until it was finally cleared out enough to make a 5 story building inside.
With the previous building materials from the rather large containers we managed to build the two floors before materials ran dry but it was enough to fit a couple more Solar Auxilia who I had Commander Raziel convince them not to attack the Nightwatch.
Having summoned another 300x Solar Auxilia, I decided to make contact with other villages near our established headquarters and to see the situation with bandits pillaging almost every village I sent the Solar Auxilia into.
Another useful thing was the Vox-casters that could translate and communicate swiftly from afar back to headquarters. It seems the Lord of this Kingdom was called to war by the Empire to fight the JSDF at Alnus Hill.
Knowing that the JSDF had superior weaponry and tactics I believe their King was either killed or taken prisoner.
Guess the bandits took the chance to raid all major provinces of the Kings who went to battle with their armies.
While the Solar Auxilia familiarized themselves in what they believe is the old Holy Terra I simply chuckled and told them to enjoy themselves without being constantly at war during their Holy Crusade.
At the same time, I had received a new mail by the system about saving 10x Villages in danger from bandits.
[Congratulations Host! You gained the following! [Legendary] 1x Blacklight Virus, [Rare] 2x Claimh Solais Class Battleship, [Uncommon] 1x Ammunition Factory Blueprint, [Rare] 2x Vanships, [Rare] 5x Shipments of Claudia, [Rare] 3x Corvus Blackstar, [Uncommon] 3x Promethium Storage Tank, [Uncommon] 4x Universal Ammunition Containers, [Rare] 1x Astra Militarum Company, [Common] 6x Large Material Containers]
Once I saw the large material containers I summoned them first to continue the rather large five story building that was about 60x60 for our headquarters and with the excess material I built a 100x100 warehouse to try and fit the giant Baneblades.
But we had to increase it to 120x200 once I realized how massive the iron fortress was compared to the building.
Knowing that the Solar Auxilia had more Heavy vehicles I wanted to try and summon them but decided against it unless necessary or we fought another behemoth of a dragon.
For the Claimh Solais Class Battleship…lets just say that it is a proper battleship incredibly larger than the Prydwen but I still prefer the Prydwen as my main battleship due to its aesthetic design and Vertibird Capacity.
But then again I can increase the size of the Prydwen but the only problem will be if the two nuclear reactors will explode with a sudden increase.
Nontheless, the Claimh Solais Battleship was approximately 541m, 219m in height, a max speed of 100 knots and can hold up to 2,267 Crew and a full-battalion. Its size is twice and a half as long as the Armored Prydwen which is 212 in size and has full battleship cannons which can pierce the Prydwens armor.
It did cause some commotion during the time I had summoned it but I stopped the Solar Auxilia and the Nightwatch from attacking the floating battleship.
It also appeared to have been fused with me as I felt the grateful and proud emotions of the machine spirit within it just like the Prydwen's own machine spirit.
But the question now arises if I should head with the new Claimh Solair Battleship or with The Prydwen…hmm..
As I thought in my office, I heard footsteps approaching and looked up to see Raziel, and the second commander of a Sub-Cohort Valenze.
Anderson: "Ah, what may I do for you Raziel and Valenze?"
Raziel: "Lord Millitant, all of the men have prepared their weapons and the Corvus Blackstar are waiting for your orders!"
Valenze: "The Veletaris Storm Section are prepared and ready to defend you incase of assasination attempts, Lord Millitant!"
I chuckled and grabbed the Prydwens speaker before I started speaking loudly for the Nightwatch and the Solar Auxilia outside to hear me.
Anderson: "Loyal Soldiers of the Imperium!!! We march forwards to seek an alliance with our fellow people of Humanity!!!"
Anderson: "While this may be just another world to be reclaimed they are fellow humans in need of our assistance and we shall provide it!!!"
I swiftly summoned one of the Claimh Solair Class Battleships and let the 2,400 Solar Auxilia board it as I told Alpha to lift the Prydwen above the sky and for the Claimh Solair Battleship follow us and stay stationary incase something goes wrong.
The first 100 Solar Auxilia from earlier I had them stand guard on the Prydwen which I declared would be the Flagship and to defend it fully.
Not long after, the Corvus Blackstars lifted with a mix of Veletaris and Nightwatch who would act as the outside defense of the Prydwen.
And leading them is Cliff Unger, who was outfitted with the Solar Auxilia void armor and surprisingly enough even his ghosts became equipped with the same void armor and the Kalibrax V-I Pattern Lasrifle.
His arrival and abilities had surprised most of the Veletaris Veterans as Psykers were rare and banned from joining an army.
The first time I had summoned him made all the Solar Auxilia acknowledge me using powers without the corrupting force of the Warp.
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Flashback
Anderson: "Time to summon 'The Veteran' but I wonder if his abilities still work here…"
I focused on Cliff Ungers figure before I summoned them forth as the fortified steel floor in my office had a viscous black puddle appear before a man in military uniform and gear rose from it.
As I stared at the man before me I couldn't help but smile as he materialized an cigarette from thin air and took a long drag before exhaling.
At the same time, the Valetaris from outside the room swiftly entered Lasrifles raised at the man who seemed not to care about the men aiming weapons at him.
Anderson: "Lower your weapons, he is a military veteran with quite the power"
Anderson: "Mr Cliff Unger, it is a pleasure meeting you and joining me in my endeavors"
Cliff: "…After finding out that my own son is still alive and grew tall…I found closure in that… yet I have been summoned back…"
Anderson: "I'm sorry for having interrupted your peace Mr. Cliff, I wanted to know
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Flashback End
Anderson: "Guess it is better to show our forces than just sit back in the shadows…"
They can always underestimate us if I just show up without enough force especially if I want to operate in the Kingdom of Elbe…
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Narrator POV
JSDF Special Region HQ
2 Hours later
Hazuma: "Hmm…"
Yanagida: "They are still not here on time even after we agreed…"
Hazama: "They are far from here Yanagida…"
???: "Hah, I do wonder if they will be interested in our terms"
Hazama: "Hmm? It appears our friends have arrived…"
As soon as Lieutenant General Hazama spoke, in the far distance the clouds suddenly parted and a rather massive black clad airship descended from the cloud and with it were numerous Vertibirds flying beside it.
On its sides and behind its back rotors were the Corvus Blackstars, flying protectively around the Prydwen. Many of the JSDF Soldiers looked on in wonder and amazement at the scene until they realized just how large the Prydwen was.
???: "T-thats the faction you were talking about!?"
Hazama: "Sigh, why can't things be simple…"
Yanagida: "It seems we greatly underestimated how technologically advanced they were…"
Hazama: "Still, they don't want to be bothered within the Kingdom of Elbe…"
???: "Then I believe it is time for us to welcome an ally within this new world for Japan"
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Anderson POV
10 Minutes later
Whoosh
Thud!
???: "Move it!!! Secure the Landing Area!!!"
Whoosh
Thud!
Whoosh
Thud!
Whoosh
Thud!
???: "Oh damn! Are they the special forces that guy has…?"
???: "Gleaming iron plated armor and a large rifle?"
???: "But why are their weapons magazines glowing red…?"
Swiftly the Corvus Blackstars opened up their frontal heavy doors and the Veletaris had jumped off with the Nightwatch following closely behind weapons raised.
???: "What the-!"
???: "Weapons raised!!!"
Itami: "Weren't they supposed to be here for a meeting!"
Kurokawa: "They have strange weaponry and armor…"
???: "Hmm~ They feel quite strong… wonder how they will fare if I kill them~"
Itami: "Uh…Rory they are our guests at the moment so you probably shouldn't…"
Rory: "Itamiii~ You can't keep a lady waiting…"
Itami: "I-…."
???: "Ready up the tanks!"
The JSDF responded in kind by raising their weapons and Tanks aiming their barrels straight at the Corvus Blackstars and their AA Batteries aimed at the seemingly threatening black armored Prydwen that approached before Anderson's voice came through the speakers.
Anderson: "We are here not to hurt you men of the JSDF!!! I have returned to fullfill the agreement for today!!!"
Whoosh
I had jumped down over the rails from the Prydwen's docking bay as I prepared for the landing with my vastly improved physique as a demi-god.
Boom!
Thud!
Swiftly I was guarded by the Veletaris and Caesar Nightwatch who shielded me from harm as I started walking towards the straight entrance of the fortified cement walls around the JSDF headquarters.
???: "H-Halt! Mr. Anderson, Lieutenant General Hazama wants you to follow us back to his office with your trusted Soldiers!"
Anderson: "Very well, Companions follow with five Veletaris and the rest wait outside in case something goes wrong"
???: "Yes Lord Millitant!"
I followed the armed JSDF soldiers back to the Lieutenant General Hazama's office in the four story building.
Once I reached his office I entered and saw the Lieutenant General Hazama sitting down with a man in a black piece suit with a smile on his face.
???: "Nice to meet you Mr. Anderson, my name is Kōji Sugawara of the Foreign Affairs Department of Japan"
Anderson: "Nice to meet you Mr. Sugawara! I am Anderson Blackwell leader of Blackwell Industries and they are my bodyguards"
I say as I mentioned the companions who wore ceremonial yet reinforced void armor with small shield generators that help them in close quarters combat.
Suguwara: "Then let us begin this meeting"
Suguwara had taken the papers from under his arm and put them in front of me as I sat down on a chair.
Suguwara: "These are the agreements that we have agreed upon with your cooperation with the JSDF"
I nodded as I started taking a read for the next couple of minutes before I sighed and looked back at the man known as Suguwara.
Anderson: "I will assume most of your Ministers and fellow superiors didn't think much of our group when Lieutenants General Hazama most likely explained my current forces then…"
Suguwara: "That is…true…"
Anderson: "Lets simply make an better agreement that we both will be very satisfied with"
One of the Caesar Nightwatch stepped forth and opened his chest and reached into his chest before pulling a stack of papers within and putting them ontop of the table.
Anderson: "This is a better terms of agreement between our groups that will determine our territories and exploration of resource nodes as implied days earlier"
Suguwara had grabbed it before he started reading through the stack of papers that could only be summed up to this.
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[Article I - Recognition of Spheres of Influence
1. The JSDF shall retain full military, administrative, and operational authority over its established zone of control centered on Alnus Hill within the Synadean Empire.
2. Blackwell Industries shall preside within the Kingdom of Tybe, which is hereby recognized as its primary operational and developmental domain.
3. Both parties formally recognize each other's sovereignty and authority within their respective areas of influence.
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Article II - Non-Interference Claude
1. The JSDF shall not deploy forces, conduct surveillance, or interfere in any political, military, or industrial matters within the Kingdom of Tybe without the explicit consent of Blackwell Industries.
2. Blackwell Industries shall likewise refrain from interfering in JSDF military operations, governance, or diplomacy within the Synadean Empire and surrounding JSDF-controlled territories.
3. Accidental encounters or proximity between forces shall be resolved through immediate communication and de-escalation
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Article III - Mutual-Neutrality
1. Blackwell Industries and the JSDF agree to maintain a position of mutual neutrality toward one another.
2. No hostile actions shall be taken by either party unless:
• Their strategic interests formally align in a joint operation within the Special Region, or
• A state of open war or existential threat arises within the Special Region that directly endangers both parties.
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Article IV - Strategic Reconnaissance and Intelligence Support
1. Blackwell Industries agrees to act as a long-range reconnaissance and exploration asset for the JSDF across the wider Special Region.
2. Reconnaissance activities may include, but are not limited to:
• Surveying uncharted territories
• Identifying natural and magical resources
• Monitoring major military movements of regional powers
• Assessing threats beyond the immediate JSDF operational range
3. Intelligence shared shall be limited to strategic relevance and shall not include proprietary technologies or sensitive internal developments of Blackwell Industries.
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Article V - Resource and Logistics Cooperation
1. In exchange for reconnaissance support, the JSDF may provide Blackwell Industries with:
• Access to non-exclusive resource claims
Trade facilitation
• Logistical coordination where interests align
2. Such cooperation shall not create dependency or command authority between the parties.
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Article VI - Development and Exploration Rights
1. Blackwell Industries shall be free to explore, experiment, and develop its military and industrial capabilities within the Special Region, provided such activities do not threaten JSDF forces or interests.
2. The JSDF shall not obstruct Blackwell Industries' expansion, testing, or exploration efforts within Tybe Kingdom or beyond, barring direct security risks.
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Article VII - Conflict Resolution
1. Any disputes arising under this Accord shall be addressed through diplomatic channels prior to any military response.
2. Emergency communications shall be maintained to prevent misunderstandings or unintended escalation.
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Article VIII - Duration and Amendment
1. This Accord shall remain in effect indefinitely unless amended or terminated by mutual consent.
2. Amendments must be agreed upon in writing by both parties
Signatures of both Parties
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Suguwara: "This….can work out between both sides!"
Anderson: "As eager as you are, I believe those previous agreements from your side must need a talk and proper discussion with your superiors I assume?"
Suguwara: "Right, then if you would excuse me for the mext possible hour"
Anderson: "Go right ahead"
It wasn't long but I had quite the talk with Lieutenant General Hazama about the possibility of ever having a joint military exercise either within Japan or the Special Region to prove our worth to their higher ups which I agreed to.
Sigh…god even after making this agreement possible it still seems impossible with these politicians…
As I sighed Lieutenant General Hazama chuckled and ordered someone to bring green tea as refreshments and I was curious of how it would taste.
5 minutes later
A JSDF soldier entered with a tray full of green tea cups as everyone looked at it curiously except the Lieutenant General Hazama and Yanagida who started sipping their tea and exhaling with a relieved smile.
The Solar Auxilia Companions wanted to stop me from drinking incase it was poison but I stopped them to not be rude.
I copied the way they held the green tea and took a sip of the steaming green tea and was surprised by the taste before I continued to wait until an hour later my cup was empty.
1 Hour Later
Suguwara: "Sorry about the rather long wait! But Japan agrees to become to the new terms and wishes you will come and visit us within our Country"
Anderson: "When I have time I will be sure to visit your country but I have some matters to attend to gentlemen"
Anderson: "Lieutenant General Hazama thank you for your hospitality and I wonder if you have your own communication line set up to talk in case of emergencies?"
Hazama: "Indeed, do you want to form one know?"
Anderson: "Yeah, but if you don't mind me wandering around the base while you set one up, I will let Omega handle the emergency line connected"
Omega: "Understood Commander…"
Hazama: "Very well then, I hope we can have a great cooperation between our two forces"
Anderson: "Likewise, now to wander around…"
Chuckling as they heard my words I walked out the room with Omega being left behind to set up the proper channel with Lieutenant General Hazama's telephone.
The Companions and the Veletaris Storm Section followed behind as I wandered about their base going to the Cafeteria where I saw multiple soldiers sitting down and watching me curiously.
Anderson: "Don't mind me gentlemen…just trying what your country's food tastes like"
I spoke casually but they still ate their food while watching me as I started eating and I couldn't help but love it even if it was just a simple meal.
Anderson: "This is..cutlets, rice, and broth…? They taste great!"
Ah…that's right I hadn't had any type of food intake these past few days…guess this new body of mine has vastly lowered my appetite.
Thud
Thud
Thud
I sighed but continued eating and I heard the Auxilia Companions step forward weapons and powerblades raised as a few figures walked towards us.
Whoosh
Shing!
Whirl!
Whoosh
Shing!
I turned around and saw the previous group I had seen a few days prior along with the blonde elf who had smiled at me back then.
Anderson: "Stand down, they mean no harm except for you…"
I said to the goth chick from before but I felt a familiarity with her even though I have never met her.
At the same time she stared back at me with a devilish smile on her face and I chuckled as I moved to look at the other young woman with blue hair and a mages clothes…?
Anderson: "Well first off, nice to see you are feeling well miss!"
???: "Ah? T-thank you for saving my father before the Fire Dragon had…devoured him…"
Anderson: "It was a problem I had brought to your people and I made sure to finish it before it could cause even more deaths I was responsible for…"
???: "I-…at least you took responsibility for your actions and saved more lives of our younger generation…"
Anderson: "Yeah…my name is Anderson Blackwell or just Anderson miss?"
???: "Right! My name is Tuka Luna Marceau of the Forest Elves"
Anderson: "Nice to meet you miss Tuka, and you two are?"
???: "My name is Lelei La Lalena, second disciple of the Elder Sage Cato El Altestan"
Anderson: "Nice to keet you too miss Lelei"
Anderson: "Now then, what is your name miss whom has had her gaze set on me since the beginning…?"
???: "Hah, to think I would meet with another god's Apostle…I wonder if you will give me the thrill I need~"
Anderson: "I-….what…?"
???: "I am Rory Mercury, Apostle of the God of War, Emroy~"
An apostle! Is that why she seems sadistic and kinda bloodthirsty? I sighed and just when I was about to get up and move away I saw the same group of people I had last seen during the Fire Dragons death.
Anderson: "Right then, thank you all for helping me recover and I hope you don't take it to heart Kurokawa, I am deeply sorry about that"
Itami: "No problem, helping others is our duty as the JSDF!"
Kurokawa: "While it being a first time, I accept your apology and I will think they were simply trying to take you back to safety Anderson-kun"
I chuckled nervously before I got introduced to Lieutenant Itami's Recon Group and all their members.
Anderson: "Nice to meet all of you and thank you from helping me during my deathbed"
Itami: "Don't worry about it but I hope we can continue working together!"
Anderson: "No problem"
After getting to know them better and speak with them I realized how disciplined they were except for Itami who was lax and chill.
Seeing Omega walk towards our talking group, I bade my farewell as Omega updated me on the Emergency Line being set up officially.
Anderson: "I hope we can continue cooperating as allies and partners to one another my friends"
Itami: "Sure thing man!"
I climbed aboard one of the Corvus Blackstar vehicle's that held Cliff Unger waiting for me as I simply nodded to him and soon enough once the Companions boarded, the Auxilia Pilots flew up first.
Whirl!
Whoosh
Once the rest of the Solar Auxilia and Veletaris got into the other two Blackstars and the Solar Auxilia into the Vertibirds did we leave in formation back to the Schwarz Forest.
2 Hours Later
I hummed to myself as I stared at the rather interesting Gauntlet that looks eerily similar to the one Jack Cooper picks up to destroy the Planet Annihilation Weapon.
While knowing that the gauntlet can let you time travel, the question becomes more of if the concept remains the same as I remember it or if it changed.
I tasked Alpha to monitor everything and if new things happen to appear to let me know if it is still the same.
Alpha: "Understood Commander"
I nodded and took a deep breath before I raised my arm with the time gauntlet and flexed my hand before the device lit up in a blue light and I felt my entire vision change.
I stared at the sudden darkness and slickness in the strained slimy tunnel I was in before my mind immediately remembered where I was.
I had a grin plastered on my face before I summoned BT-7274 onto my position and I didn't need to wait long.
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Narrator POV
As the Fire Dragon flew higher with its flame sacs ready to burn the swallowed Anderson to Ash, it failed to notice a rapidly descending shadow above it.
Whoosh
ROOAAA-
BOOOOMMM!!!
THUD!
CRACK!
TEAR!
Before it even realized there was a looming shadow descending, it was already too late as the massive figure of BT-7274 crashed onto the Fire Dragons back stopping his flame breath as its heavy mechanical feet tore through flesh and bone in one go.
Whoosh
Tear!
Crack!
ROOAAAR-
Tear!
Crack!
BT-7274 grabbed both of the Fire Dragons large wings as all three plunged downward and right before the fire dragon would crash onto the tall tree forest a light shone brightly.
Within the Fire Dragons esophagus, Anderson raised his hand as three small Steampunk Mechs jumped off his hand before Anderson used his ability to raise the size of the steampunk mech trio.
Whoosh
Squish!
Clang!
Anderson climbed up into one of the steampunk mechs opened hatches before the mechs forcibly tore through the Fire dragon's esophagus from within blood and torn flesh.
Whoosh
TEAR!!!
CRACK!!!
TEAR!!!
TEAR!!!
BOOOMMMM!!!
Had Anderson not jumped inside the Steampunk Mech, the very fall would have killed a regular human, not to mention his vastly enhanced form who would suffer numerous broken bones due to his body not fully utilizing his body's strength.
Chirp!
Chirp?
What remained of the Schwarz Forest animals walked towards the very being that destroyed their home with faint green light coating their bodies.
Those who were covered with dragon blood had grown stronger, bulkier, and a shade of green now showed on their mane.
The elves had chased down the Fire Dragon to ensure it wasn't still alive and for their savior who had saved them.
Many stared in awe at the figure of BT-7274 in its massive hulking form then at the three Steampunk Mechs whom all were covered in the Fire Dragons blood and visceral chunks of its flesh.
???: "By the gods…"
???: "Don't let the children witness this scene!"
One of the Steampunk Mechs opened their hatch and up climbed Anderson who had blood and viscera over his T-90 Power Armor.
Anderson: "Cough! Fucking christ! Guess it worked in the end…"
I stared at the gathering crowd of blonde haired elves, animals, and the three vehicle convoy of the JSDF who just arrived.
As Itami's squadron approached cautiously with the vehicle gunners aiming with grim expressions across their faces.
Anderson: "Hmm? Oh it's you guys!"
Looking at the man speaking in an armored suit, the JSDF soldiers looked on confused until Anderson chuckled as he properly explained himself.
Anderson: "I am Anderson Blackwell or you can simply call me The Machinist, as all of them are my very creations!"
Itami: "Wh- The Machinist….?"
Anderson: "Indeed, and let me answer a question you might have on your mind"
Anderson: "There are no additional Gates I have walked through, and I am not involved with any country back on Earth"
Itami: "Is…that so? Then let me ask if you guys are a long standing group in the area and if you will join us as it appears you guys are pretty damn strong…"
Anderson: "Firstly, we have just arrived in this new world's continent known as Falmart"
Anderson: "Secondly, we don't mind accompanying you in your journey as I want to settle an agreement between both groups as we're both outsiders in this new world"
Itami: "I agree with the first part but the last part will have to go through my superiors Mr. Anderson"
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Anderson POV
As I stared at the now serious Itami I couldn't help but sigh at how he can switch from his goofy self to serious when needed.
Itami: "But if you don't mind me asking… how will you fit all four of those giant…mecha?"
Anderson: "Hmm? Like this!"
I waved my arm towards the towering Steampunk Mechs and BT-7274 whom all had shrinked as metal creaked loudly and soon all appeared in my hands bundled together.
Itami: "N-Nani!?!?!?"
Kurokawa: "Oh my…"
???: "What type of…"
Kurata: "Nani!? Theres no special effects!?"
Kuribayashi: "HAH!?!?"
As all of their group stared in shock and awe ar the sudden transformation I couldn't help but grin as all four mechanical figues grabbed onto my black suit.
Itami: "I-So The Machinist isnt really just a title!?"
Anderson: "Hah, indeed but before we go let me sincerely apologize to the people whom I have caused trouble for…"
I walked towards the group of blonde haired elves and before the man whom I had saved could even speak I bowed.
Anderson: "Allow me to apologize for the pain and suffering I have brought your people as I hunted down the Fire Dragon that had destroyed one of my own vehicles"
Anderson: "I did not think there was an entire village of elves living here and I took my time trying to survive knowing I could not beat it by myself"
???: "I-"
Anderson: "I hope you agree to my apology and I will help find your people find a new home or help rebuild your burned down village…"
Anderson: "That I vow as an Apostle of Wareharun who is to protect and defend the forests and its inhabitants"
While many of the elves were surprised by the words of "An Apostle of Wareharun," the village elder stared at me seriously before he spoke softly in a melancholic voice.
???: "We accept your apology human apostle, you did not run from your mistakes but fought back, you saved childrens lives before they were buried beneath flames, you saved my own son and granddaughter"
???: "Unlike others of your own kind, we sincerely accept your apology and promise of helping us find a new home…"
I nodded seriously and sighed in relief before I remembered the Calth High Guard that I could summon to bring these people back to our base but it will take a few days before that happens.
Then theres the fact that whatever choices I make in the past can cause an butterfly effect in the present and change everything so it's best to try and follow the present somewhat than deviate from it.
Anderson: "Thank you…within three days time or earlier, I shall come retrieve your tribe and house you all until the Schwarz Forest is regrown"
???: "Very well then human apostle, we shall await your return…"
I nodded and followed the Reconnaissance Unit led by Itami as I entered one of the leading vehicles with the small mechs holding onto the T-90 Power Armor or standing ontop of my armored T-90 Helmet.
I smiled and hummed a tune before the purple haired woman known as Kurokawa approached me and asked if I had any relevant injuries from the crash site.
Anderson: "No, I am fine miss…?"
Kurokawa: "Kurokawa Anderson-san"
I nodded and relaxed myself as I had genuine curiosity of how the JSDF managed to have an Apostle of War join them.
While I continued chatting with the rest of the group I took the time to take back the Fullload Berties into the inventory.
Now all thats left were the miniature Steampunk Mechs and BT-7274 who are with me hidden within my armor plates or on the side of my armored helm.
3 hours later
After quite the bumpy drive we appeared to make it into a small village that the JSDF seemed to have already traveled to judging by the childrens exited voices.
I stepped out and admired the rather peaceful village until I heard a sudden commotion from the front where Itami was speaking to the Village chief.
Watching as the old man changed his expression from fear to shock, then to awe as he turned to look back at me before he sighed and spoke depressedly.
While they were somewhat farther from me, thanks to my enhanced body and the language I had learnt over the past few days from Alpha I heard him talk about a Blue Dragon..?
Don't tell me it wants revenge for me killing its mate or something right? But then again that Fire Dragon was quite wrathful in its every attack burning everything to the ground.
The village chief walked over to me and shook my hand before he sighed as he looked back at the village.
???: "Regrettably we must abandon the village before the Fire Dragon's mate searches for the mighty Fire Dragon"
Itami: "That…there is… ano-another one?…"
As I listened to Itami trying to speak the lands language in a slow yet uncoherent language I sighed.
Anderson: "I see, then if it is within my power I shall ensure both the JSDF and myself keep you all safe during your travels!"
???: "Ah, thank you very much kind dragon slayer!"
The village chief sighed in relief at my words as I put a hand on Itamis shoulder as he nervously chuckled.
Anderson: "No problem, Itami was already planning on helping you guys out regardless of my choice"
Itami: "That…"
???: "Thank you two for helping our village, with the regional army having bren sent out to Alnus Hill, bandits started springing up"
I nodded as the reports Raziel submitted mostly talked about their encounters with bandits pillaging villages.
As we talked, I saw the same light blue haired girl from our earlier meeting in the present time on a floating carriage with the old sage or her master.
While the JSDF were helping the young and old gather their things in an organized manner many couldn't help but be in awe and surprise as they looked at me in my T-90 Armor.
???: "Pilot, will we continue traveling together with the Civilians?"
Anderson: "Yeah BT, they are our priority until they reach a safe place if the elders words rang true with the Fire Dragons mate searching around"
BT-7274: "Understood Pilot"
I nodded and after about half an hour all the villagers had packed up and I got back to the armored vehicle or Komatsu LAV as Itami called it and it sure is interesting.
Whoosh
Vroom
Whoosh
Vroom
Now off we go towards their headquarters and I do wonder if we would have the chance to meet up with Rory.
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To be Continued