"That's exactly it," Yuuka says, leaning against the door, her expression grim. She's just learned Game Dev plans to raid Seminar.
"Hard to believe. Such cute girls planning an attack? Appearances deceive," says Akane, a classic maid-dressed girl from C&C.
"They're pure, no doubt. But that's why they pull crazy stunts. And Veritas is involved," Yuuka sighs.
"Veritas? Unusual pair," Akane notes.
"Not really. Both will do anything for what matters. But… why when he's involved?" Yuuka groans.
"He?" Akane asks.
"Another ally with Veritas," Yuuka says, slumping with a heavy sigh.
The raid itself is trouble, but the real issue is their ally—Mash Burnedead.
"Schale's Mash Burnedead is joining," Yuuka says.
"Schale's Sensei? Impossible. He wouldn't risk his position," Akane argues.
A Sensei from Schale attacking Seminar would imply Schale disrespects or opposes them—unthinkable, Akane believes.
"You don't get it, Akane," Yuuka smirks.
Why's that annoying? Akane thinks.
"Mash-sensei doesn't care about status or power. He'll help anyone in trouble, no matter the risk," Yuuka explains.
"A total softie, then. But even with his strength, we won't lose," Akane says.
"No, we could. Easily," Yuuka counters.
"What? They outnumber us, but…" Akane starts.
"Not enough. Seminar and C&C alone can't handle him," Yuuka insists.
"He's human, isn't he?" Akane asks.
Yuuka shows her phone—Mash training.
"Huff huff huff!"
Clang clang clang!
"Supporting a barbell while doing a Cossack dance?" Akane gasps.
"It's 10 tons," Yuuka says.
"Ten tons!?" Akane exclaims.
"Don't be shocked yet. The day I met him, he caught a sniper bullet bare-handed," Yuuka adds.
"Not a hallucination?" Akane asks.
"Dead serious," Yuuka says.
"…"
"Can we contact Neru? She's our only shot against him," Yuuka asks.
"Neru-senpai's away on personal business," Akane replies.
"She's… absent?" Yuuka falters.
"C&C's strongest with our leader, but for defense, we're better without her. She's built for destruction. I accept the request," Akane says.
"Thanks… Oh, one more thing," Yuuka adds.
"Yes?"
"His fists can crush tank armor and deflect shells," Yuuka says, giving a thumbs-up.
"What!?" Akane blinks.
"Be careful," Yuuka warns.
Akane resolves to gear up and warn her fellow maids.
Neru, Millennium's strongest and C&C's leader, is absent—a major boost for Game Dev's chances.
"They're still plenty strong without her," Momo says.
"So we avoid direct combat, grab Mirror, and escape," Midori says.
"We can handle one of the three maids, but the other two are on you, Sensei," Hare says.
"Got it," Mash nods.
"But… is this okay? Challenging Seminar…" Momo hesitates.
"You started this," Midori points out.
"I know, but…" Momo trails off.
Momo prioritizes Game Dev's survival but not above Midori, Yuzu, or Alice. The risk lingers in her mind.
"Let's do it, sis!" Midori urges.
"Midori…"
"She's right. We'll lose our place if we don't," Mash adds.
"Sensei…"
Midori grips her gun, resolute.
"Our clubroom's old, cramped, leaky… but it's not just for gaming anymore. It's our place together. If there's a chance, I'll take it, even against C&C. I'll protect it—for Alice, Yuzu, all of us," Midori says, eyes blazing.
Alice steps forward, inspired.
"We can do this. Heroes defeat demon kings to save the world. I've played 45 RPGs and know the greatest power: bonds with comrades," Alice says.
"Hacking?" Momo guesses.
"Arm beams?" Midori tries.
"Muscles?" Mash suggests.
"No… our bonds," Alice corrects.
"Right. Absolutely," Momo agrees.
Momo nods firmly, glancing at Yuzu and Mash, resolute.
"Let's do it! Infiltrate Seminar's vault and take Mirror!" Momo declares.
All four Game Dev members agree.
"Sensei, it's risky, but please!" Momo pleads.
"Sure," Mash says.
"Hare!" Momo calls.
"Plan's ready," Hare says.
"Awesome!" Momo cheers.
"But we need prep—bugs, EMP shocks, and… accomplices," Hare grins.
Hare leads them to their accomplices.
Engineer Club, Millennium
"It's a solid plan. Only we could pull it off," Utaha says.
"Really? Engineer Club has tons of achievements. Why risk this?" Momo asks.
"Maybe," Utaha shrugs.
"Why join this dangerous plan?" Midori asks.
"Sounds fun," Engineer Club says.
"That's it!?" Momo gasps.
"Plus, seeing Sensei fight up close? No-brainer," Utaha says.
"Hope he uses that staff," Hibiki adds.
"I'll use it when needed," Mash says.
"Yes!!" they cheer.
"That's that. Count us in," Utaha says.
"Thanks!" Momo replies.
Game Dev secures Engineer Club as powerful allies.
The battle looms near.
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