Chapter 233: The Rise of the Brigade (Bonus)


    Shinji didn''t need to ask thatst question. When Hermit publicly revealedthe shocking factthatthe new captain was evenly matchedwith Lorelei, no one dared to question Shinji''s strength anymore.


    Thebrigadevalues strengthandevery member of the Chelon Canticle Brigade had been defeated by Lorelei before joining the squad.Lorelei''s powerful image was deeply rooted in everyone''s hearts.Now, a monster emerged who could rival the youngdy herself, and it was acknowledged by the youngdy herself.Who wouldn''t be convinced?Looking for trouble?


    Some even startedto believethat this new captain might beeven strongerthan the youngdy.During asional internalbat drills, Lorelei had also fought against the Pentacle squad, and although she emerged victorious, it wasn''t as easy as Shinji.


    The main reason for this oue was Shinji''s C-level resistance to magic.This skill wasn''tvery usefulwhen facing experts like Lorelei, but it yed a significant role againstopponents withrtivelylower levels.Shinji could resist direct attack magic from the Pentacle squad, such as magic bullets and curses, either within his resistance range or weakened by defensive runes to a manageable level.Thisessentially nullified Pentacle One and Pentacle Two.


    Without long-range and support constraints, how could Pentacle Three, whocked proper skills, be Shinji''s opponent?


    As for Pentacle Four, he deserved his misfortune. His concealment magic was shadow magecraft, and he wasquiteskilled at it. But no matter howskilledhe was,pared to Queen Scathach, the ruler of thend of Shadow, he was still child''s y. As a disciple who had been beaten up by Scathachall the way, Shinji didn''t even need special detection magecrafttoeasilylocate the enemy.


    It''s not an exaggeration to say that Shinji hadplete control over the entire Pentacle squad. He could win even with his eyes closed.


    However, only Shinji knew the reasons behind this. In the eyes of all the members of the Chelon Canticle Brigade, the new captain effortlessly suppressed the pentacle squad, possessing unfathomable strength. Being led by such a person was not embarrassing.


    Shinji didn''t rify these misunderstandings. He established his authority like this and smoothly carried out his duties as the captain.


    Shinji''s first order was: "To celebrate the youngdy''s sessful inheritance of the Lordship and my appointment as the new captain, let''s go and cut off the heads of two dead apostates as a gift."


    Thiswas not a joke; it was aserioumand. Of course, themainpurpose was not the celebration but training.


    In Shinji''s eyes, the current Chelon Canticle Brigade was far from reaching the heights of "The Dark Six,"andtheirbat power didn''t match the squad''s title. There were reasons for theck ofmanpower, and the immaturity of the existing members was also a significant factor.


    This newly established team has not yet undergone sufficient integration andcks extensivebat experience.Theyare not ignorant rookies,buttheycannotbe consideredveteranseither.


    To be the legendary Holy Squad thatmands respect from the Magic Association and instills fear in the Dead Apostles, they have a long way to go and need enough blood, fire, and smoke to grow.


    Entrusted by others, loyal to the cause.


    In one''s position, n for its governance.


    Since Shinji has taken on Lorelei''smission, he must devote himself wholeheartedly.Thisis Shinji''s principle. Therefore, he will do everything possible to improve thebat power of the Chelon Canticle Brigade, and hunting Dead Apostles is the most efficient method, aligning with the principle of "strength above all" in the post-Lorelei.


    Perhaps there will be casualties among the members in the battles against the Dead Apostles, but this is not the tranquil Clock Tower Academy. Before joining, Lorelei had already informed everyone of the dangers of bing a brigade member. If they have chosen toe, they mustbe preparedto die in battle. Shinji, as the captain, is no exception. Ever since hemade up his mindto kill Zouken, he has been mentally prepared for this.


    It''s either life or death—just as Scathach demanded of Shinji back then, Shinji demands the same from this greatly anticipated squad entrusted by Lorelei.


    Under Shinji''s leadership, theBrigadeis like a fully fueled tank, speeding into the battlefield with brute force.


    In Romania, they killed a Dead Apostle who imed to be a descendant of Count Drac.


    In Norway,they crusaded against the Dead Apostle of the Lake, Louvre, and his blood-collecting faction.


    In Denmark, they found the infamous "Bloody Mary" of the Dead Apostle world and sessfully killed her after a fierce battle. In this battle, the squad experienced its first casualty. Sword Three of the Sword Squad, a very handsome guy who loved to smile, died from the curse of Bloody Mary before her death.


    His death brought immense grief to the entireBrigadeand made everyone realize the brutality of the battlefield. Under Shinji''s guidance, all members of theBrigadejoined forces to escort their fallenrade''s remains back home. At the funeral, Shinji established his first rule—a fallenrade''s sacrifice must bememoratedwith the heads of five enemies.


    Afterward, theBrigadereturned to the forefront of hunting Dead Apostles with a more insane and mature demeanor. Following the clues obtained from Bloody Mary, they systematically exterminated the entire Dead Apostles faction she belonged to.


    It was during this battle thatthe Holy Squad, Chelon Canticle Brigade, officially stepped onto the grand stage of the mysterious world, and even the Holy Church, which specializes in eradicating heresy, took notice.


    Just as various forces,such as the Magic Association (especially the Wandering Sea and the As Institute, while the Clock Tower had long been keeping an eye on them), the Holy Church, and the 27 Ancestors of the Apostates, began to pay attention to this newly emerged magusbat unit and anticipate their next move, the squad retreated to their castle headquarters on the outskirts of London and remained silent for half a month.


    After relentlessly hunting down numerous Dead Apostles, the entire squad had reached their limits. It was time for them to rest and recuperate, to rx their bodies and minds, and to reflect on their achievements during this period.


    The members of theBrigadeare all magus. Although they are considered outsiders in the eyes of mainstream magus, they still need seclusion and study to improve themselves. It is almost impossible for the magus to level up through battles.


    Shinji also needed time to handle another task—eliminating dissent and striking against hostile forces on behalf of Keh. That was his fundamental purpose foring to London. Even duringthe period ofhunting Dead Apostles, he did not forget his priorities. As long as Keh entrusted him with a task, he would make time toplete it.


    Even if he couldn''t spare the time, he would find an excuse to have a few of his subordinates, with whom he had good rtionships, "take care" of it. For example, Pentacle Two and Pentacle Four became his fans after being defeated by Shinji once, and their magical abilities were suitable for underhanded actions (curses, assassinations).Shinji was notthe kind of selfless person; asionallyusinghis power for personal gain wouldn''t hurt.


    Juggling these two roles, he was busy for three months straight. Then, on a sunny morning, Shinji received news from a distantnd in the Far East.


    "Shiki and an unidentified man are living together."


    PS: If you are familiar with the Original story of Kara no Kyoukai, you caneasilyknow the identity of the unidentified man.


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