Strange Grief Wants to Retire ~ The Weakest Hunter Dreams of a Hero ~

Chapter 399.2: Captive Lightning Emperor ④

In other words, from this point onwards, the only ones being held captive here are those the city system has determined to be of the same level as Kryhi. Even in the outside world, there are few people as powerful as Kryhi. I thought it was just a rumor and not too far cry from a lie, but it turns out that the people imprisoned there are far more powerful than those imprisoned in the upper level.

I instinctively swallow my saliva. Unlike the upper levels, the rooms on the lowest level do not seem to be transparent. While walking down the corridor lined up with inorganic metal doors, I get goosebumps for some reason. Even I, whose senses aren’t that sharp, can feel it, so the others must be feeling the same. Zuri, who is walking next to me, has a grim expression on her face.

The staff member is walking nervously. Nora-ojou has a difficult look on her face, making it hard to tell what she is thinking. The only one who is acting the same as usual is Cry.

And then, Nora-ojou once again calls out to 《Infinite Variety (Senpen Banka)》. This time in a hushed voice.

“…… What is your relationship with the 《Lightning Emperor (Raitei)》?” (Nora)

At that question, 《Infinite Variety (Senpen Banka)》 answers in a casual tone.

“Hmm? Nothing special. We are just――Friends.” (Cry)

“Hh!?” (Nora)

At that moment, I certainly see a look of agitation across Nora-ojou’s face.

Her eyes which had been like burning flames when she first jumped in the room are now opened wide, and her gaze darts from left to right.

We are in the same Party as Kryhi. I am sure that even if we said the same thing, it would have been impossible to get Nora-ojou to react the same way as she did.

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Cry goes silent again. Nora-ojou’s mouth trembles slightly and she speaks up. Her voice sounds confused, the complete opposite of the angry one she had before.

“Cry Andrich……!? Th-This name――” (Nora)

Did she look it up just now? 《Infinite Variety (Senpen Banka)》 says to Nora-ojou, who cannot hide her shock.

“? Aaah, it sounds like a lie, right? The truth is――I am a fake him.” (Cry)

“A fake name――N…… No way, you――You came to this city, in order to save the 《Lightning Emperor (Raitei)》!?” (Nora)

“Eh……? ……………… There’s no way that’s true. It was just, a passing thought, a passing thought.” (Cry)

《Infinite Variety (Senpen Banka)》 gives a half-hearted smile.

No way that is true. It definitely isn’t like that.

《Strange Freak (Nageki no Akuryo)》 attacked Code by our own decision, not by anyone else’s will but Kryhi’s own decision. And no one knew about this, let alone other Hunters or friends, even the Explorer Association didn’t know.

Cry Andrich is not a fake name, nor is he a fake in the first place. If anything, it is Kryhi who is the fake. The name Kryhi Andrichhi is not a fake name, but we deliberately adjusted everything to resemble 《Infinite Variety (Senpen Banka)》.

Nora-ojou’s expression changes rapidly.

Then, the staff member suddenly stops and fearfully looks at Nora-ojou.

“…… Nora-ojou, we have arrived. This is the 《Lightning Emperor’s (Raitei)》 room.” (Staff Member)

Nora-ojou does not reply. Her slim body wrapped in the crimson dress just *bikuri* twitches.

The wall becomes transparent.

The person there――Is none other than Kryhi Andrichhi, the person we have been working so hard to help all this time.

Kryhi’s treatment is a far cry from what we received.

A few months have passed since the “Supreme Martial Arts Festival (Buteisai)”. His well-trained body is covered in wounds, and his limbs are attached to thick chains stretching out from the four corners of the room, suspending him in mid-air.

Unlike us, he has probably always been chained up. It is clear that he is at his limit physically and mentally. Rusha almost lets out a shriek, then quickly covers her mouth.

Nora-ojou, who said she would negotiate first, does not move. Next to her, 《Infinite Variety (Senpen Banka)》 leisurely passes by and stands in front of the suspended Kryhi.

Nora-ojou says nothing. She just stunningly stares at 《Infinite Variety (Senpen Banka)》 that has stepped forward.

And then, after putting his hands over his mouth and thinking for a few seconds, 《Infinite Variety (Senpen Banka)》 looks up at Kryhi and speaks to him leisurely.

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“*Yaaah* Heeey, it’s been a while. You look terrible. No, you are still in pretty good shape compared to Kool and the rest. They look like they are about to die at any moment……” (Cry)

“!?” (Nora)

No one would have expected such a casual, relaxed greeting, completely devoid of any substance whatsoever. Nora-ojou gasps.

What on earth can this greeting mean? And it happens just as I am thinking that.

A violent flash of purple lightning scatters throughout the prison cell.

It isn’t caused by the city system. It is the power of lightning, Code’s natural enemy. The power that earned him the name of 《Lightning Emperor (Raitei)》 was far smaller than when it was unleashed outside, and it didn’t do a single scratch to the chains or the walls.

The staff member’s expression stiffens and (Although that cannot be the case) Cry takes a step back in a panic.

Kryhi’s head, which has been down, lifts slightly. His slightly open eyes hold a light that is hard to believe coming from someone who has been held captive for over a month. His dry lips curve into a slight smile.

Before anyone knows it, Nora-ojou is on her knees. Her eyes are wide open in shock. Her exposed shoulders shaking slightly.

《Infinite Variety (Senpen Banka)》 looks down at Nora-ojou in wonder and says.

“I am done with my greetings. Nora-san?” (Cry)

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Nora-ojou remains frozen for a while, but then, as if she has given up, she answers with her face down.

“………………………… It is my defeat, Cry Andrich. You can do whatever you want with the 《Lightning Emperor (Raitei)》.” (Nora)

Part 2

Thanks for reading! Wait whaaat? What happened!? Why did Nora give up on Kryhi!? But damn, that scene looks so cool, Kryhi chained up and in tatter but still full of determination and Cry saying hello in full chill.

And here is my impression of the 2nd episode of Strange Grief:

No way, are we going to have young Strange Grief in every introduction of the episode!? Please, please, please say yes! Oh so the one who register Strange Grief is Kaina! And Sytry says that it’s fine as long as they don’t do bad deeds, we all know where that ends up ;D And Cry you drawing skill is not bad too! What a nice symbol! Don’t skip the opening, looks like they are putting some conversation right before the end.

Let’s go Teito Saikyo Senpen Banka! Tino is really like a small animal, her pouting face is so cute. And seriously the animation on the face, so good! Greg’s face when Gilbert shove his finger in his nose XD But damn that micro-second with just Cry eyes just after Gilbert challenge Cry, he looks so badass.

We got some good shot on Tino’s stretch, huh… So lewd XD Cry is right, Gilbert is so dumb giving up his sword to fight barehanded. It is funny how Tino is trying to get Gilbert to give tribute to her, she learn from Liz who ask her the same thing. Poor Gilbert getting a reality check from a “member” of Strange Grief. That usually end up in getting beaten to a pulp. Did you notice the blank space on the left when all member of Strange Grief showed up? Yeah, Eliza got lost… Oh yeah that scene where Cry use Gilbert’s Relic! I remember how everyone is saying that Cry is a genius in relic handling. For me, I don’t think so, it is more because he got more opportunity to use Relic and that’s why he got “good” at (Remember the Buteisai incident with a certain key).

A full map of Zebrudia. What a nice castle, but with this pace I doubt we are going to see the Onsen Dragon Egg incident in the castle. Why do we not have 26 episode!!! TT.TT

Sasuga Eva, Infinite Variety’s source of information. She doesn’t get enough credit! Also the camera is lingering a bit too long on low angle on Eva for my comfort, although some people won’t say no, right XD The loan! More than 10 digiiiiit!

Rip random caravan Hunter and the 3rd knight order? Where is Franz! Where is Infinite Variety favorite knight! Ah no he is in the zero knight order And random Magi girl, are we going to see you during the Magi Infinite Trial? Looks like you need it as you are having difficult just to charge Silver, the dog’s chain.

What do you think Tino’s will is? Something like I give everything to Master~ Funny how Cry’s reputation is always going up the fastest when he isn’t here. Where is my Master~ wa kami!

Why did Cry bring a bag that he is going to drop right after taking off? Also the echo in Night Hiker, hiker… XD

Finally, ending is nice, but it feels strange to hear a not serious Eva in the next episode trailer

TL;DR

Another good episode, didn’t see a drop of quality even though it is the second episode The face animations are still my favorite, love how everyone can have so many different expression. Got some flash of badass Cry, not bad, not bad. Keep it up Zero-G

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