Chapter 38: Chapter 38: Let operation Coup d'Etat begin!
-I'm married, you know.
-Hmph! It was your fault.
How unreasonable...
Lying in bed, I could see the sun rising from the window. Next to me is Serval, she and I naked of course. Serval is hugging my body while drawing circles on my chest with her finger.
No matter how pleasurable the moments of peace are, everything has its end.
-I have to go. I have to see if Sampo really planted all the bombs in the right spots.
I commented after getting out of bed and starting to get dressed.
-Already...?
-Why the surprise? You should be happy that I've been-playing along so far.
-So you played along with me huh... says the person who took my first time.
-You forced me, okay? I tried to resist but you used a taser on me, how am I supposed to react to that...?
-Okay, I admit that part of it was my fault. But, but...
-...
The fact that a woman old enough to be my aunt would act so affectionate in a strange.... Wait, all the women I've been intimate with (with the exception of Silver Wolf) are much older than me; doesn't that mean I have an alibi...?
-I'm innocent...! (Nobody ever blamed me anyway).
-What are you talking about?
-Nothing, look at it as my delusions.
I blurted out that random comment as I stroked Serval's head, she enjoyed my touch to the fullest, rubbing against my hand just like a kitten.
-I won't ask you to make me your wife or your concubine, as long as you give me some of your attention once in a while, that's enough for me.
Serval's gaze showed deep affection, something I would never expect from such a short period of time. Fuck, am I that charming? (No)
-As beautiful as you are, I doubt you'll have a hard time finding a mate, Serval. This is just my advice, don't waste your time focusing your attention on me, look for someone who truly values you.
If I'm not mistaken, there's a guy named Dunn, belonging to the Crinargenta Guard and responsible for the general management of the support lines, he's in love with Serval.
-Last night you treated me with a lot of affection.
-This and that are different...! I'm leaving!
-Take care~
Without even turning to look at Serval for the last time, I left the Neverwinter Workshop to inspect the planting points for the explosives.
Unexpectedly, Sampo really did a good job. If it wasn't for my talent Hunter's Eyes, it would have taken me days to find all those carefully disguised hidden bombs.
Back in the netherworld, at Sampo's secret base...
-I see you had a good night, Nadie. Thanks for your effort~
-Fucking traitor.
-Please don't look at me like that, my good friend Nadie! If I had been in your place, I assure you that Miss Serval would have murdered me without a doubt!
-...
Sampo's excuse was so reasonable that I could not contradict anything.
-Well, I'll forgive you this once, Sampo.
-Huff... Thanks to Aha...
-But in return, you'd better get ready for the extra work.
I smiled so deviously that my mouth seemed to transform into a crescent.
-Do-doesn't that mean you still hold a grudge against me...?
-Did you say something?
-I'm sorry, I mean, thank you boss Nadie for being such a kind-hearted person!
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The second day of preparation also went smoothly.
------Galactic Bat! Galactic Bat! Galactic Bat! Galactic Bat!
----Hail the Empress of the Galactic Bat!
What the hell happened while I was gone...?
For some reason, a cult had formed in front of Natasha's clinic. Everyone is worshipping Stelle as if she were a queen, meanwhile, Stelle is acting as if she really is a queen.
-My faithful servants, all of you will be justly rewarded after your efforts in overthrowing the Demon Queen Cocolia!
Where did she get those jewels and that outfit...? Although I must admit, it does look sexy.
-Death to the Demon Queen Cocolia!
-------Death! Death! Death!
I silently approached the embarrassed March...
-So, what happened? And why are you dressed as a knight?
-Stelle said that becoming her royal knight would bring me many benefits...
-So you accepted...?
-She didn't even let me choose, Stelle forced me into this armor...
Honestly, I don't know what to say...
-Oh, Nadie, you're back.
In the blink of an eye, Stelle's attitude was back to her usual self.
-Waaah! Nadie, please stay with us! When you leave, Stelle starts doing stupid things and always drags me with her!
-Silence March! What are you calling stupid things? I'm a real empress! I'm the empress of the Galactic Bat and trashcans!
-Listen Nadie! I don't know how the hell it happened, you might even think I'm crazy, but a talking trashcan with arms and legs came out of nowhere and declared Stelle the true and only queen of the trashcans! After giving her that scepter, suit and jewels, many people started following Stelle for no apparent reason!
Surprisingly I believe it. It's MiHoyo after all.... But was there really such an absurd plot development in the game...? Why don't I remember it?
-Sorry girls, I have to go.
-Nooooooooo! Please Nadie, don't leave me!
-See you later Nadie. Come March, we still have work to do, we still have to spread the word of Tatalov.
-What the hell is the word of Tatalov?!
-Tatalov is the first King of the Lordly Trashcans, I as Empress am one of the few chosen as his successor.
Ignoring Stelle's palavering and March's tsukkomi, I made my way to Svarog's mansion. There I found Svarog, Clara and Dan Heng working on something.
-Guys, what are you doing?
-Big brother Nadie!
Clara is an angel.
-Nadie, did you finish planting the bombs? Svarog and I are studying the military tactics of the Crinargenta Guard, this will help us a lot in suppressing the enemy forces without needing to damage them too much.
-Oh, good idea. About the bombs, yes, Sampo and I are done with that.
-That was earlier than expected. Didn't you say they would be finished by noon of the third day hopefully?
-Yeah... it just so happened that Sampo got overexcited and ended up working overtime.
-Of course...
Dan Heng didn't buy it but he had no interest in digging deeper either.
-So, what do you think of my plan of attack, Svarog?
-Analyzing... Answer: the plan can be improved but, in general, the routes outlined are the most efficient. If no unexpected variables intervene, the probability of the plan working without causing any unnecessary casualties is 68%.
-Wow, more than I thought.
-Incredible! Big brother Nadie's plan is amazing! So many lives will be saved!
Although the probability of success with no casualties is high, the chance of fatalities is not low either.
-Tell me what I could improve on.
I asked Svarog for advice. After all, this attack plan was made by me, knowing Nous' personality, he would never help me with something like this.
-Petition accepted. The first point to improve is in....
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-*Yawn*~ I'm starting to feel drowsy.
After having dinner with everyone, the urge to sleep came over me. What an urge to take a bath and then go to bed.
-Hm?
Further on, I meet an unexpected person, her gaze seems lost and she still doesn't notice my presence.
-Seele, what are you doing here alone?
-Nadie?
-You seem distracted lately. Concerned about Bronya?
-A little.
-Umu, I like your sincerity.
I nodded my head with my arms crossed.
-Get a good rest, okay? The day after tomorrow will be the big day.
-I know, you rest too, Nadie. I heard that you and Sampo have been planting the harmless bombs all day without any rest.
Tomorrow will be the last day of preparation, the day after tomorrow will be the coup.
Our preparation time is too short, the time available on this planet is not much either, that's why we took such desperate measures.
-Yesterday I met Bronya.
-Really? How was she?
-Well, you could see the determination seeping from her eyes. The day after tomorrow she will no doubt confront her mother.
-I see, it's good to know she's still in high spirits.
An awkward silence formed, we had no other topic to talk about. To get out of this uncomfortable atmosphere, I blurted out the first topic that came to mind....
-What brand is your microwave?
-Excuse me?
-I'm sorry, it always worked with my friends from the other world...
-I'm not upset, rather, I didn't even get the joke.
-It wasn't a joke...
Or maybe it was...? Nah, I don't know.
-Whatever, tomorrow we'll have the most important meeting, I hope you'll be there on time, Seele.
-What do you take me for? Of course I'll be there.
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-Well, let's start with the last strategy meeting.
Stelle, March 7, Dan Heng, Seele, Seele, Sampo, Oleg, Natasha, Clara, Svarog, Serval, Hook, all nodded at my word.
Serval is participating in this meeting thanks to the help of Sampo who guided her here through his secret passage.
-Wait a minute!
Seele shouted out of nowhere as she put her hands on the table abruptly.
-Why are there children here?!
-Don't worry, Seele, or do you have a problem with Clara and Hook being here?
-No, I don't...
When Seele saw Clara and Hook's tearful looks, a feeling of guilt came over her.
-*Sigh*. My fault, please continue with your explanation.
Secretly, Hook and Clara high-fived each other.
-Good, now I'll show you the board of squad leaders.
Then, I revealed the hidden board next to me, showing who will be the 8 in charge of leading the Coup.
Assault squad leader 1: Seele.
Assault squad leader 2: Dan Heng.
Assault squad leader 3: Svarog.
Assault squad leader 4: Stelle.
Support squad leader 1: Oleg.
Support squad leader 2: Hook.
Medical squad leader 1: Natasha.
Medical squad leader 2: Nadie.
-Why is Hook a squadron leader?!
-Jeez, Seele, you really love pounding the table, don't you?
-Sorry... No, I mean, why would Hook participate in the coup?!
Seele's complaints are valid.
-Hey, don't underestimate the Great Hook of Darkness!
Hook complained aloud.
-That's right.
I agreed.
-That doesn't answer my question!
Seele still showed her refusal. The rest of the people just let out small chuckles.
-All right, all kidding aside, Hook showed me what she can do with her drill, which will be very helpful for this confrontation; of course, we won't send her to fight, too, her cute little appearance is perfect to make the Crinargenta Guard hesitate, am I not a genius?
I laughed and rubbed my hands together ominously.
-T-that's too cowardly!
-But my dear Seele, don't you understand yet? This Coup is about to decide the fate of Belobog, who cares if we are cowards or not? The only thing that matters is the results! Wahahahahahahahahahahaha!
-W-what a piece of human garbage!
-Hey, don't overdo it.
That insult sounded too genuine, I have feelings too, okay?
-Don't worry too much, Hook will only be part of the support squad, this group will hardly be exposed to danger. I even got his father's approval.
-You've got to be kidding me.....
Ignoring Seele's exasperated look, I notice March acting a little uneasy.
-Nadie, Nadie, why isn't my name on the squad leader list?
-Why? Don't ask the obvious March, I wouldn't imagine you in a thousand years commanding a squad properly. You will go with Stelle and make sure you behave yourself.
-Even when there's a little girl leading a squad...?!
-Well, let's move on to the next important point.
-Don't ignore me!
That's when I pulled out numerous cell phones from my inventory.
-Oh. Is this...?
Answering Natasha's question...
-Our greatest secret weapon and what will give us an incredible advantage over the Crinargenta Guard. Communication devices also known as cell phones, all of us leaders will carry one so we can communicate and coordinate remotely.
Although Sampo and Serval are not squad leaders, I also gave them their own cell phones.
-After saving Belobog, you can keep them, so take good care of it. See it as a gift from me.
-Ara, then I'll keep it well.
Natasha smiled as she played with the screen of her cell phone, testing the device for the first time.
-Sampo will join Seele's squad.
-You've got to be kidding me, boss!
-Sampo will go to my squad?! What kind of a bad joke is this?!
I ignored them both and continued explaining.
-Finally, Serval will go with me. Although we will all take different paths, the destination will be the same. We will meet at Everwinter Hill. According to the information given by Serval, the Stellaron will most likely be there. As soon as the explosives are detonated, I bet the Estelaron will immediately warn Cocolia of our intentions and then she will be waiting for us there.
When I revealed our biggest obstacle, everyone's gaze became serious.
-Everyone should already know what the functions of each squadron are, so I won't go any further into the subject. The fate of this planet is in our hands, so let's fight for a better future. I wish you the best of luck. I pray that we will be victorious.
--------Yes!
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The night before the sworn day, we made all the miners and tramps eat their fill; also, we all went to bed early.
Then, at 3 a.m., with some nervousness and excitement in between, everyone gathered at Villarroca, ready to go up to the Overworld.
5:56 a.m.
[Nadie: Ready?]
[Stelle: I was born ready!]
[March 7: Whenever you say!]
[Dan Heng: This is Assault Squad 2 in position.]
[Seele: Damn, this is harder to use than I thought].
[Sampo: Ay, ay, ay, Miss Seele, if you write this slow, the enemy will defeat you before you can communicate with your allies. Let this Sampo show you how it's done.]
[*Sampo disconnected from the group].
Did that idiot forget that he has Seele next to him...?
[Svarog: Ready to leave at any moment.]
[Clara: Take care everyone, Clara will be with Mr. Svarog waiting for everyone's victory! \(^ω^)/]
[Hook: The Great Hook of Darkness is ready to rule the world at any moment!]
[Oleg: Ha, ha, ha, ha, ha! It's good to know that the young ones are so energetic.]
[Natasha: Everyone take care, my medical team and I will come immediately if you need our help.]
[Serval: What a thrill. What we're about to do, doesn't this look like something out of an action novel.]
6:00 a.m.
The time has come.
*Boom! Boom! Boom! Boom! Boom! Boom! Boom! Boom! Boom! Boom! Boom! Boom!...*
Explosion after explosion, the sudden noise woke up all the supramundians and this excited a lot of people. Especially the Crinargent Guard belonging to the front line, Gepard and his subordinates, all of them became desperate.
[Nadie: It's time! Let operation Coup d'Etat begin!]
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