The Degree
Equality

“You don't want to say anything about why Mona can know Degree Sebastian that even I, Order and Mein don't know.”

To Erina's knowledge, Sebastian delivers his Degree is a bodyguard but after all these events it is revealed that it was all a lie he made.

Surely he did not suspect him considering there was no factor that could make him suspicious of people who had been with him for a long time.

“Then you have a suspicion that Ray made a lie about his wound?” continued.

Erina also said that it was a little self-destructive for people who did not have a solid foundation to convince that her doubts deserved to doubt others.

Arthur just let out a long sigh, my “Degree really need not be told at this stage. But for Mona I can't say it, but it's different if she says it herself.” said Arthur. “I have no right to stop it.”

Mona has her own right to say whether or not her Degree powers. Ray won't try to stop him if Mona's the one who wants to deliver. The least of the hassles Arthur would get is the more effort to protect him.

“So. Let's put this thing aside. To be honest I was very curious and wanted to press further about you as well as the solid foundation that was the supporter of the suspicion towards Ray. But now the priority is how we resolve this situation.”

Time passed as they debated meaninglessly. Erina obviously wants to end it right now because she doesn't want to have any suspicions about Ray.

Arthur is left speechless after understanding that Ray has a strong position to defend himself. Even if the lie he made was bad enough there would be no one who doubted him completely.

At least I can confirm this. I can't move around even if my heart doubts Ray's position. Her thought.

“Well, then the choice is only between throwing away the injured person or taking him with us. Supplies we might be able to leave. At least inside the Shelter seems to be able to use Market.”

The market only functions in a closed place which is a facility owned by Secret. If the Shelter was such a closed place then there was no doubt they were free to use the Market.

“Yes. We can burn all supplies to deter a Rebellion that might attack. Verily I am sure they are already a few kilometers closer than we imagined.” Arthur looks troubled when he learns this discussion will not end quickly.

The longer this lasts the more time is wasted. Arthur started thinking about the best way to resolve this. The main problem is that there is Terumi's disapproval and there may also be rejection from some people.

‘Then I need to find a middle ground to solve this. Terumi approved roads, and roads that will not cause chaos.’

Although Arthur can ignore everything and leave them but he can not do it because of the strong idealism he has. Maybe for this reason it was also that made him get a Degree like this.

After thinking for a few seconds and closing his eyes a thought was implied in his head. Ideas that may be suitable and accepted by various groups.

“Then how about this ... we will let the troops who choose whether to take them or leave the injured.”

Arthur said that there may be relatives of one of the wounded troops, so other relatives could take him to save him. While people who do not have anyone will be left.”

“I know it's a cruel thing, even my chest hurts when I think of it this way. Especially when imagining people lamenting his fate while waiting for death.” Arthur clenched his finger tightly. He remembered an event in the past that was very painful.

It was all burning and Arthur had to make the hard choice until he made the wrong choice. Arthur has sworn himself not to repeat the same mistake again.

“If that is the case, then we also need to bring Ray and the Order. Ray may have no trouble running but the Order will be a problem.” Erina seemed worried about her condition.

The order saved his life because his vital organs were not injured but he still lost quite a lot of blood. Erina was able to donate blood and had given it thanks to adequate facilities but that did not make the Order good enough to leave.

It would be hard to protect three wounded people going towards the Shelter.

“Then I will go to Mona and Ray.” Terumi left immediately without waiting for the approval of Erina or others. Since then he had been restless when thinking about Ray's condition in such a way.

Arthur and Erina did not try to stop him because Terumi would not reject their escape plan. While Leo is the one who will follow the best path to be elected, he also did not voice rejection.

“Then I will soon be notifying this news to the people out there and make preparations for departure.” Leo took the initiative to act.

Arthur and Erina nodded silently as they watched Leo leave. When there were only the two of them inside the tent, Erina glanced at Arthur suspiciously.

“Do you have anything else to say? Although I don't believe that Ray's suspect, at least I'd like to listen. Of course, our next conversation will be a secret between us.”

Arthur let out a long breath and smiled faintly. He had already guessed that Erina would be able to guess his intentions easily despite initially being a little hesitant.

“That's great when you understand it quickly.” says Arthur. “For the first and foremost, I am sure that you are not the enemy. Your degree, although I do not know for sure but I am sure it is very troublesome.”

“Introve? What do you mean, my Degree is just something that can be said to be ordinary.” Erina smiled wryly but her actions did not make Arthur change his mind.

“Yes. It's just that when people say thank you or have a debt of gratitude to you then that's where their lives end and become your dolls.”

Upon hearing Arthur's words, Erina furrowed her brows and lost her smile. Of course, he does not feel happy when others find out secrets that he does not want to share with anyone.

“Asumsimu redundant. Impossible Degree able to do that.” Erina tried to reject him but Arthur smiled confidently.

“I think the same but in fact it is against the facts. Common sense is really not able to judge the extent of the strength of the Degree. The proof, my Degree is not something that should be in real life but after so far, my Degree is really appropriate.”

Erina said nothing and Arthur continued the conversation.

“Quietly, I have no intention of revealing your Degree. I purposely said it so that you know that I have a weapon that is your Degree secret. Want anyway in negotiations there should be equality.”