Chapter 82: Chapter 82: No. 11's Emotions
But even if most of the rebels escaped, it was just a dying struggle. The rebel troops who stayed behind to hold the rear were eventually persuaded to surrender by No. 11. While finding out the mole's escape route, Wise also learned from No. 11 about some of her matters regarding private punishment. Although she didn't say it explicitly, the general meaning was that she herself would not use private punishment and would only obey the orders of her superiors. So if her superiors had instructions in this regard, then she would also follow them.
That's it for the digression. Afterward, under Wise's command, No. 11 and her team chased the rebels all the way until they had captured all of them.
"This... how is this possible? To be able to inflict such heavy damage on our army, even the real Phaethon couldn't possibly do it, right?"
Seeing that it was the final moment, Mr. Mole's voice came through the communication, filled with disbelief, like a person in darkness who had lost the last glimmer of light.
"How dare you, how dare you! Although we are indeed very amazing. Oh, right, brother, No. 11 sent a message saying they have to evacuate first, probably to take in the prisoners." Belle also took this final moment to speak to the other party. This should also be considered an alternative form of interaction with a fan, right? Although this was the first time and also the last time...
"Th-who is that speaking? A completely different voice from the fake Phaethon..." After hearing Belle's voice, Mr. Mole on the other end suddenly became emotional. And Wise, at this final moment, told him the truth.
"Your calculations were almost successful... you only got two things wrong. First, you underestimated that soldier's strength. Second—we actually are Phaethon."
"Wh-what?!"
Mr. Mole, who learned the truth, was almost too shocked to speak. But Wise couldn't be bothered with him at this time. After all, Fairy had detected that this Hollow was about to collapse. If they didn't get out soon, they would probably be in danger. And just at this moment, Mr. Mole also spoke again.
"...Wait! Save me, Lord Phaethon! I'm willing to be your d—... Aaaahhh!!!"
He didn't finish his sentence, but Wise also knew what he wanted to say. It's just that it wasn't important.
"Sigh, no matter how many times, it's always a bit sad at times like these," Belle sighed lightly at this time. After all, they had lost a loyal little fan. Although the other party was a bit of a pervert, and also not a good person... uh, thinking about it this way, it didn't seem so sad anymore.
In any case, this commission was over at this point. And after retrieving Eous, Wise once again went to the same old place to have a final handover with No. 11. After meeting, No. 11 was also a little pleasantly surprised. "That's great, you're okay. I'm sorry, the condition of some of the prisoners meant they couldn't stay in the Hollow for too long."
"It's fine. The mission is important, after all."
"You are also very important!"
"Hm?"
"Ahem, what I mean is, besides the mission, the comrades who we spend our days and nights with are just as important." After subconsciously saying something incredible, No. 11 explained with some embarrassment. But the unnatural blush on her little face still revealed a little something. "Anyway, Hermit of the Crimson Eye... no, after the mission is over, I should call you Wise. Your acting, and your adaptability, not to mention your Rope-master skills, all left a deep impression on me. If there's a chance, I hope to introduce you to my comrades."
"Uh, you might not believe me if I say this, but I actually am Phaethon."
"The performance is over. You did act very much like him. I believe that one day in the future, you will definitely gain the same fame as Phaethon."
No. 11 said this with a slight smile. It was really unknown whether she was playing dumb or if she really just thought it was acting. In any case, no matter what Wise said next to prove it, the other party probably wouldn't believe him. After all, his main account had already been deleted, so he might as well just skip this topic.
"But since the mission is over, then the time for my exclusive witness has also ended, right?" Wise suddenly mentioned this. And No. 11, hearing this, was also clearly stunned. It was clear she hadn't expected him to suddenly say this.
"Mmm, I guess so. After all, I'll be attending the commendation ceremony later, and my comrades will also know about my mission this time."
It was unknown why, but although it was something to be happy about, No. 11 felt a little lost. Why was that? The complicated emotions made her decide to first find a way to temporarily forget about these things.
"Well then, I'm going back right now. Before I go back, I want to stop by and eat some ramen. I heard there's a super spicy ramen over there that's worth trying. If it's really good, you should be able to see me around here often. Oh, right, do you want to go together?"
"Since it's your invitation, then it would be rude of me to refuse."
No. 11 had originally asked Wise with a "might as well try" attitude, but after hearing the latter agree, she felt very happy. "Mmm, let's go together then."
After arriving at the ramen stall, No. 11 directly ordered a bowl of super spicy ramen. The fiery red ramen soup, paired with a large amount of chili peppers, looked as if it were about to catch fire. But the other party was actually able to eat it without a change in expression, and even looked as if it were very delicious. This made Wise even want to try it a little, but he quickly gave up this idea, because after No. 11 fed him a spoonful of soup, he felt as if his tongue was about to break. In the end, he still ordered the flavor he usually ate.
"Speaking of which, how is Little Black doing at your house?"
During the meal, No. 11 suddenly brought up the matter of Little Black. And Wise, hearing this, naturally told her without reservation. "Mmm, Little Black is very well-behaved. Although she almost got into a fight with the other cat in my house at first, fortunately, they reconciled in the end. Oh, right, I live in the video store nearby. You can come over and see her sometime."
Wise didn't say directly whether he meant to see the cat or to see him, but in any case, No. 11 nodded in agreement.
After finishing the ramen, the two of them also had to part ways. And at this time, No. 11 also offered to take Wise home, and at the same time, take a look at his address to make it convenient to come over in the future. Wise also readily agreed to this.
"So this is where Wise usually lives? A powerful Rope-master who on the surface runs a video store for cover?" No. 11, standing in front of the video store, thought of the TV shows she usually watched and said such words.
"Mmm, that's right. But it's already very late. No. 11 should also go back soon. Don't make your comrades worry."
"Mmm."
Watching Wise who was preparing to turn and walk into the store, the emotions that No. 11 had suppressed for a long time finally erupted at this moment.
"Wait a minute!"
"Hm? What... mmph!"
Hearing No. 11's shout, Wise subconsciously turned around to look. However, before he could finish speaking, the other party had already grabbed his collar and pressed her lips against his.
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