Isekai No Gakusei: Students From Another World
Spying and Spying

A Few Days Before...

The world is being shocked by the appearance of the Demon King who destroyed Europe to the ground. Many countries formed alliances in anticipation of the demon lord's next attack.

Erobernesians, already victims, asked Friedlich for military assistance for the next investigation of the Demon King.

They held a meeting attended by state officials. Everyone was there to fill the small room.

"Taiji Kuroba, the best fighter of Erobernesia, has died at the hands of the Demon King" said Axel Davel, King of Erobernesia. "We have lost someone with fighting ability equal to a thousand people."

"What exactly is the demon lord's will?" Said Michael while frowning his chin. "He destroyed the whole city without taking any casualties."

"Yes, let alone that attack happened just as we were about to launch a massive attack on the animal-human village" continued a royal sorcerer named Accel.

"I felt that the Demon King had other intentions" Michael said. "Did he have anything to do with the fugitive?"

"A fugitive like him can attract the attention of a Demon King? No way," Reply Accel.

"Don't underestimate the fugitive. He is no ordinary man. Even I believe that the power of the fugitive is equivalent to that of a real demon" Michael continued.

"Michael, you fought alongside Taiji, right?" The King suddenly.

"Yes, right."

"Did that Demon King say something or something?"

"Yes, Milord. He told me: Your life I still forgive, because it is not my destiny to kill you." Michael Yelled. He himself felt creepy when he heard those words.

"That's all?"

"Yes,Master. I've said everything I know."

The king was dissatisfied. He wanted to find the Demon King and kill him. To him, such a powerful being could endanger the entire world if left unchecked.

"If the fugitive is indeed related to him, "Said the King, "I want you to capture him and bring him here."

"Is there any trace of the fugitive?" Ask the King again.

"There, your honor," replied Michael. "The day before the battle, Taiji told me that he met the fugitive."

"In the Albtraum Forest, there was a small village. An inhabited village that contains the Lizardmen" Michael continued. "That's where the fugitive stays."

The king took his body. He was interested in news from Michael.

"Is he trying to make an alliance with a monster?" Ask the King

"It seems so my master. At the time Taiji was fighting him, many Lizardmen suddenly appeared to surround him. If that's true, then that means the fugitive did create a relationship with the monsters" Michael replied.

"Actually, how strong is that fugitive?" Accel Say.

"May I say very strong. It can even mimic my light magic" Michael said.

"Oh, so he can mimic magic, huh? That's no big deal," Accel continued while standing from his chair. "Give me the fugitive's business. I'll catch him."

"Your Majesty," said Accel again. "If I may ask for help, I would like the meeting of Friedlich and Erobernesia to take place in the forest of Albtraum. And also, I want one-third of the total army in Europe to be deployed there as well."

"For what?" Ask Axel.

"This is my plan. If we want to catch the fugitive, then this is the only way."

Axel can only say. He then ordered a third of the total European military to join Accel. They were all together walking towards the Albtraum Forest.

"You just wait, Darren Aswan!"

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Meanwhile, Darren and Friedlich's forces made it out of the Mountains. They can finally breathe warm fresh air and free from the cold that always pierces the lungs.

"Actually, what are you talking about with that thing?" Ask Akira. What he meant was the Ice Demon King, Tomatsu.

"Ah, that. I just made a deal with him" Darren replied. "He was hungry and wanted to eat. So I'll just give you my food supply."

"Just like that?" Akira. "But fortunately, thanks to your demonic language skills, we survived the creature's hand. Thank you, Esema-kun."

"Ah, no problem. Besides, I was hoping that there wouldn't be a fight at that time."

"Yes, that's one of the reasons. But there's another reason" Darren said. "There's a famous figure in my hometown. His name is Sun Tzu. From his book he wrote, he said that: The best way to win a war is to win without a fight."

"Sun Tzu's? I've never heard that name before, but it seems like he's a wise man" Akira replied. "I'd be so honored to meet him sometime."

"Eh. i-iya, of course," Darren said awkwardly.

"Esema-sama, I heard you saved our lives. We are indebted to you" said Fak who suddenly approached Darren.

"Yes, no problem. I warn you, next time be careful when walking through unfamiliar areas. Don't be too curious and act without a second thought" Darren said. "I'm grateful you're all safe. But, if the demon lord hadn't been easily persuaded, then we wouldn't be here right now."

"Alright, understood!" Reply Fak.

"It's good that you understand" Darren said, holding back a laugh. "The name is loo, make a mistake."

Their journey had already begun to enter the area of the Albtraum Forest. The dense forest where many powerful monsters roamed.

Darren continues to be wary of his surroundings, hoping he doesn't meet any monsters that might recognize him.

"According to the instructions given by Michael, it should be the location of the meeting not far from here" Akira said.

"Not far from here? Did they plan that meeting in the woods?"

Darren was worried about the Lizardmen. He decided to go check it out. "I guess I have a little business, I gotta go..." Before he finished his sentence, someone appeared from behind a shadow.

"Cut Waves!" A sharp wave of water shot towards Darren at high speed.

A splashh! Darren jumped up and managed to avoid it.

"What the fuck? Is this an attack?"

"You, Accel, right?" Akira said as he looked at the man. "The Witch of Erobernesia. Why are you attacking your own members?"

"Member? Are you stupid?" Speak Accel while walking up to them. "He's an intruder. You could be fooled by her."

"Inbreathers?" Akira said as he turned towards Darren with a look of disbelief. "Cannot be. But he saved our lives!"

"I don't know what happened, but he just fooled you" Accel said. "He was Darren, the fugitive who had killed many of the Erobernesian troops."

Akira and the rest of Friedlich's army were shocked. They were silent without a word with their disappointed gazes.

"It seems like my plan worked out perfectly" Accel said inwardly, "I moved the meeting location near the Lizardmen Village, and sent some false news about the meeting between countries represented by Michael. I know that he has a grudge against Michael so it's not wrong anymore, if this guy is Darren who's been hooked."

"Before, I had taken all the Lizardmen hostage in the village, just in case something happened. If he doesn't turn himself in, then those Lizardmen could be a good tool."

"Darren Aswan, bronze-ranked adventurer, and fugitive of Erobernesia. Introduce, my name is Accel Ostrogoans, said the European Witch Association," said Accel.

Darren who was still standing a short distance away, immediately placed his hand on his sword. "Ho, you already know, huh?" Darren. "Is this all just part of your plan?"

"Absolutely. I'm glad you've noticed it" Reply Accel. "A few meters from here, more precisely in the Lizardmen village, I have taken hostages all over the village."

Darren jerks. He immediately gritted his teeth while shouting. "What do you want!?"

"Just calm. I won't hurt them until I feel how strong you are" Accel said arrogantly. "I heard rumors in the city, that your power is extraordinary."

"Then?"

"I, want to challenge you to a fight. If you manage to defeat me, then I will take off all the Lizardmen. But if you lose, then you have to give up!"

"What if I refuse?"

"Let the Lizardmen weep in torment."

Darren emotions. He did not expect to enter into a trap like this. Means, all this time he was just a mouse on his way to a trap.

"My only choice is to fight. There's no other choice."

Darren instantly pulled out his sword and pointed it at Accel. Behind his mask, he heard a laughing voice.

"Come here! I'll make you taste my power!" Shouted Darren excitedly.

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~What will happen next?~