Become A Human In Another World
ACT 1: Chapter 20 - Escape Plan
"I have to run away! Whatever happens, I have to get out of here!" My mind wobbled as I walked back home, to the second-floor living room.
It's getting darker outside. And of course, the time limit is running low.
I did not mind the power of the party formed by my father, but I was more concerned about the speed at which they were looking for Suzu's group.
("I can't possibly beat them, and neither can I go running now.") obviously I won't be able to fight the guards that are there now. That wastes energy.
("At least, in the event of a battle I should be able to choose one of them!") I'm back to thinking.
As I expected, I was placed in a chair in the middle of the room, and Seuird and Ruly's brother were around me.
But still lucky, the guard who took me home is now gone. My chances of clashing are reduced at the very least.
("Will they be waiting for me here? Well, I expected it too, anyway!") I just sat in silence.
All righty! I'll try to negotiate! I'm stabilizing myself.
"A-Anu, Seuird." I tried to speak slowly.
"I've heard everything. I'm not letting you go!" said firmly.
Ughh, he's a little tough huh?
"Bu-not that. I want to ask how Edna is doing right now." I ducked down. While Ruly's brother has an upset face now.
Heh? Why is Brother Ruly's face really creepy?
"Well, I keep it as hard as I can. I will keep my promise to you!" hmm is he safe now? I can assume that right now.
"Then, that's okay. The problem is that if we add to the casualties they've been given to capture." now my face turns grim.
Seuird seemed to be looking at my face, now taking a look of guilt.
"Well, I've also heard that the one who can find the facts is you. To be honest, I was also surprised that it was all a fact." he scratched his head.
"Sadly, you're not allowed, no. Ordered not to come. Obviously I'm sure you'll be useful there." humm! he said his heart!
Looks like a little more I can affect Seiurd!
"You're right. Are you not considering letting me go?" I started the invasion.
"Only I know how and where they are. So, you could say, I am the key to carrying out this mission!" I said slowly.
Seuird was silent, but I could feel a worried look on my brother's face.
Don't he oppose Dad? There's a possibility, too, right?
"Sorry, Ren. I can't help you!" seuird replied while bowing his head.
"But! Only I promised to protect Suzu, you know!" I began to raise my tone.
"I told you, Ren! It's orders!" Now Seuird said firmly.
I sighed slowly, looking towards Brother Ruly. Brother Ruly just turned her face away, perhaps feeling a dilemma.
And that means, only I'm here to help myself? Well, even though I'm used to doing everything myself, right?
("All right. Negotiations over. I won't be able to negotiate with them. I have to think of a way out myself. In other words, I should run away.") I started thinking in my mind.
("First, is there a way out of the second floor?") I always talk to myself.
A window? Wasn't it! I won't be able to escape through the window! If I can, how should I try to fool them?
Do I have to run to avoid them?
I can only do it in a hidden place. And such a place would not exist now, unless I created it myself.
So, I should be able to create a condition where I have to be alone!
Did I make a little fuss outside using magic? In that case, they would definitely be a little worried about the circumstances outside. And if I'm lucky, one of them will leave!
But, given my high Fehl capacity, it would be risky if I cast magic right now.
It could be that I will fall instantly when I come out of the barrier, because using magic can make my Fehl leak more and more.
And if that happens, I'll just be useless!
Alright. I can't make a fuss with magic. So, I can only search for a place with the criteria I need, right?
A library? Or maybe my room?
Ah no! The bathroom! Damn right! I just have to go to the bathroom, and they won't accompany me inside. In other words, I am free to do anything there.
Alright. It's been decided I'm gonna run away through the bathroom.
After that, I have to think about the next way.
To be honest, I want to only fight Seuird if I can. But there seems to be a chance that my brother is supporting me.
Hmm, do I have to attack Seuird? But, even if it looks like it, Seuird is actually quite strong. I cannot waste my strength.
I think I could ruin the bathroom a little? Bathroom near the river! And that'll take me to the city.
From the city, I will carry out my next plan!
My thoughts found a bright spot after a few minutes of silence. I smiled slowly.
A smile that is not usually shown by a 6-year-old.
"Hey! This tense atmosphere makes me stumble, you know! I could ask Seuird to drive me, right? Instead, I felt bad to have Brother Ruly meet me. Can you, Seuird?" I started to stand up, looking at the two of them.
Seuird nodded, and started to stand up. Meanwhile, Brother Ruly smiled meaningfully while looking at me sharply. I quickly passed by while passing by Brother Ruly.
For some reason, he kept looking at me sharply, as his lips moved, but made no sound.
I flinched, stopping for a moment. I understand what he said to me! What is this, you mean?!
"Hey! Come fast!" Seuird seemed to be in a bad mood. Maybe I'm interrupting his time with Mr. Ruly.
But I'm sorry, it looks like Brother Ruly is on a different side to you!
Yep! Brother Ruly clearly said "be careful" to me earlier. Which means, he knows what I'm planning, and doesn't try to stop it.
Whatever it is, I will repay her for not revealing it!
Thank you, brother! I promise to bring Suzu home!
The hallway looked lonely at that time. Perhaps everything was busy for those who were about to set out in search of Suzu and the others.
The toilet is quite far from the family room.
"You're not going in, are you?" I stared at Seuird with suspicious eyes.
"Yes! Please use your time as best you can." He crossed his arms and then turned around.
This way I seem to get rid of the problem a little. I went in and then turned on the water.
Here the water is flowed through a stone that has a magic seal on it.
So by touching it we can remove but the water from this stone is very limited.
I listened carefully, no. The rumbling sound of water coming from the river behind the bathroom.
"The current is pretty heavy as it seems. I don't know if it'll destroy my body or not later."I spoke freely while I was in the bathroom.
"But it seems like this is just the only option I have. Want to die even if I don't have a problem. After all I've had a nice life here," I slightly closed my eyes thinking that.
"No no! I don't want to die! At least before I see the outside world!"I shuddered considering I was thinking of such a horrible thing!
I started to damage the ventilation a little. The wood is hollowed out so that light enters. Pretty small, but I'm sure I can get through it.
"Yeah!" My screams were stifled as I tried to jump through the vents.
I put my foot on the ground. It was easy for me to get through that vent. Terrible enough, I immediately checked Seuird's whereabouts.
"He's still calm there, huh?"I muttered softly as I saw Seuird staring up, counting the stars!
I groaned slowly seeing that. But I can't keep on being dumb here.
I walked slowly towards the clear sound of water. It's like saying "hey are you sure?" it continues to roar like music.
"It's been there so far, I won't be able to retreat again. I should be able to save Suzu!" I was determined, as I slowly stepped towards the edge of the abyss where the river had been waiting for me.
I calmed down, jumped into the river water which was quite swift!
I could feel my body drifting for a moment, before it finally fell down on the water.