The Degree
Theft Tragedy III

It had been two hours since the monas situation had become so chaotic. Starting from the barricades and even soldiers came. Helicopters, layered vehicles and a variety of other things, full-scale military equipment.

The city has been isolated, no one can go in or out to avoid enemy reinforcements and fleeing enemies. It's risky because civilians can't go anywhere.

“This is crazy. Why did those bastards just settle inside instead of running away?” roid muttered with a little worry.

Roid and Ray are currently hiding in a building not far from the scene. That's because both of them are not sure they can stay hidden without suspicion.

“Somewhat they're planning. I'm not sure those people are suicidal. Besides..”

Ray realized the odd thing about this situation. The army of this country is really strong, it should be able to resolve this situation. They were indeed besieging monas, but did not look to make much meaningful movement.

“Most likely there is something in there that makes them unable to move carelessly.”

Although it will be given condemnation and the last road that can be taken, the army should be able to provide a bluff by giving warning shots or whatever.

But so far there is no warning of any kind carried out by the state apparatus. They acted like they were unwilling to provoke the Degree users inside.

“Can there be important people in there?” ask Roid.

It was indeed a possibility, if there were important people in it then naturally not provoking was an important action.

The crane! The crane! The crane!

Ray's phone rang, showing a call coming from Terumi. Ray permits briefly to Roid and lifts him up.

“What's up, Terumi?”

“I've arrived with everyone and was at the evacuation site. Of course, with a definite disguise. It's just that we're having trouble joining you and Roid.”

Terumi explained that the army made very strict barricades and safeguards. Complete armaments, cars and even some tanks are used to keep.

It seems that this situation is taken so seriously that the state has to move heavy equipment to handle it. Ray did not expect it to be like this, the appearance of the helicopter alone was surprising for him, but did not expect the tank to be driven.

“I wonder what made them act so,” murmured Ray.

Monas and gold are indeed very valuable and historical evidence. Even if this country does not care about the price, they are very concerned about the history and values contained in it.

Maybe for that reason they also do not want to do something that risks making it destroyed.

“You don't know?” ask Terumi. “Try seeing the latest news. From what is said the highest leader of the country is also taken hostage.”

Ray was stunned, he then looked at Roid and made her read the latest news. From the look on Roid's astonished face, it seemed true that his hostage was the top brass of this country.

“This is so crazy ... they are really just anyone,” muttered Roid in disbelief.

Degree users are indeed a special group of people considering their blessed abilities, but even with that power they need to hide it. The existence of the Degree should be a secret for now.

Ray did not even dare to take action carelessly. But these fuckers made the move without any doubt at all.

Ray honestly agreed with that, he did not expect his chaos would be this severe. At first Ray thought that if all this only came to the military police, but if the national army had intervened directly then there was no need for him to intervene.

But Ray was curious, very curious about what those people would do to escape. If they chose to barricade like that, then it would only take time for them to get caught.

‘Unfortunately this is a Degree.’ user

Degree users have been trained to be cunning and to assess the calm of all situations. For those people, dealing with residents other than Degree users is easy.

Besides, Ray was looking forward to what kind of thing would happen. Although risky, for him it will be worth it if you get something valuable. Life is always full of risks.

“Kabur and monitor the situation from the television is a safe way, but unfortunately I am not used to just watching. If I have to do it, I want it to happen right in front of my eyes,” said Ray.

It made Terumi who heard it from the phone speechless, while Roid on the side of the cloth furrowed his brows.

“You must be kidding. It was the same as suicide!” snapped Roid. “Stop being selfish, Ray. We can't do anything about the current situation.”

Roid clearly began to rise due to Ray's actions so stubborn as to stay in place.

Ray, on the other hand, doesn't care about it at all. But ignoring Roid is also not the right choice because it will cause division from within.

“Let's just relax, I've thought of a few things. In addition, congratulations on today does not ensure we are safe tomorrow.”

Roid furrowed her brows, “What do you mean?”

Ray looked directly into his eyes, “Do you have any confidence that this incident will end without any bloodshed?”

No one can say for sure. You could say Degree users have great pride. Rather than being caught and put to death, they would rather fight back and die in the process.

“In addition, I foresee that Degree's identity can no longer be hidden. Even if they don't know the name 'Degree' yet, I'm sure they'll know that there are humans who have the power.”

When the country confirms it, the humans with superpowers will be revealed to the world. The hunt will begin soon after.

Secret should be in trouble and need to make some plans to keep the Degree safe, or maybe, from the beginning Secret did not plan to hide it.

“That's true but that doesn't mean we should choose suicide here!” Roid.

Dead now or later is no different but there is nothing wrong with trying to stay alive as long as possible.

Ray sighed, he had no choice but to express his thoughts to Roid and Terumi who were listening from behind the phone.

“You know that there are Degree users who can mimic someone's face, right? I suspect that this bastard was also involved with this incident.”

Ray explained that he had full confidence that no large group would want to miss this opportunity to collect keys, even Secret supported by giving gifts just by participating.

“You mean ..” Roid was stunned and took a few steps back.

“Yes. We use this incident to finish the Secret game. Once for all.”