When Ray returns to Marina's house with Seto, he sees Elena and Vichela, both of whom seem to have warmed up there.
　Ray understood that both sides could move without any problems even if they had to fight the tentacles from now on, and that they could perform to the fullest extent possible.
　That's why Ray feels reassured and hands the meat buns he bought in the middle of the mystery ring to the two... and to Arla and Bune, who were away.

"We're going to fight now, but we'd better eat something. They say we can't fight if we're hungry."
"...a word I've never heard of, but it's true."

　Vihela bites Ray's hand at the meat bun, saying so.
　The sweetness of the skin spreads through the mouth, and then the taste of the meat spreads.
　This is because they put a lot of bite-sized meat in it, not because they are finely ground meat and making bean jam.
　However, this area depends on individual tastes, so some people may say ground meat-like bean jam is better.
　In any case, following such a Vihela, others also eat meat buns.
　The meat buns I had recently bought from a well-reputed stall were good enough to make everyone think it was delicious.
　As they eat such meat buns, the Reys talk about their future.

"And what's wrong with Marina?"

　Ray asks, giving Seto another meat bun from the mistling, having already eaten up.
　I had confirmed with Dusker and said he would be back soon, so I was wondering if Marina had already returned by the time Ray came back.
　But as far as the garden is concerned, there is no marina.

"Marina hasn't come back yet. ... Come to think of it, I didn't notice that she was so engrossed in a mock battle with Vihela, but surely she should be coming back soon. ... Well, this meat bun is delicious."

　muttered Elena, savoring the meat bun.
　Originally the Duchess, Elena eats meat buns... and it's impossible to eat the food she bought at a stall, not at a solid restaurant.
　But it was a great pleasure for Elena to be able to enjoy the impossible as long as she was in Gilm.

"Well, Marina doesn't have much work to do... oh."

　As Ray paused along the way, there was Marina in her usual party dress.

"Oh, you're eating something delicious,"
"Look. It was much later than that. Was there any problem?"

　Ray asks, taking a new meat bun out of the mystery ring and giving it to Marina.
　Marina shakes her head as she savors the meat bun.

"Oh, this skin is delicious. It's tough. ... I've just paid a little attention to Dusker. Just in case. If a knight or soldier breaks in during a battle, you'll be in trouble, won't you? Well, most of them are fine, but there are still people who want to do it on their own."
"Ah... I wonder if there's anyone like that here, after all right.

　As far as Ray knew, there was no such thing in Gillum's knights or soldiers.
　When we fought together in the war against the Vestian Empire, we didn't see anyone acting arbitrarily for their own achievements.
　...however, it may be right that, in the war against the Empire of Bestia, Ray's fire whirlwind left everyone stunned and far from acting on their own initiative.
　But if there were many people, there would be no possibility that they would all be good people.
　If so, it would have been natural for such a person to exist.
　What's more, since the Rey's fight this time could cause great damage to the guillem, it's no wonder that some people want a big achievement here.
　Marina, however, anticipated it beforehand, could hardly be expected to come true, given that Dusker had been reminded of her.

"Yes. You don't believe in a dream story, do you? There are only good people in such a crowded place."
"That's not it,"

　Ray knew rightly that Gilm also had an underworld, having had a few fights with such people.
　I know that even if it doesn't go that far, it's only natural that individuals are doing something wrong.

"And that's why, you know, we move, and when the knights and the soldiers move, there's a lot of people who can guess."
"They're the aristocrats,"
"Answer".

　Not all, but many of the aristocracy's residents are tasked with collecting information on Gillum.
　For such people, it is an important opportunity to get information, to move so much power in the winter.
　including, of course, why such actions are taken.
　...and, as a Dusker, if possible, I don't want to know about this incident.
　In that sense, unlike Ray, who actually fights the tentacles, the Daskers are probably fighting behind the scenes.

"Oh, but it was the King's faction that planned this case, then..."
"It is not yet clear, though I know from the testimony of those caught that the royalists are the most suspicious, because the royalists are the largest, there are individual groups among themselves."
"It's troublesome,"
"No, will Vihela say it?"

　In a way, it was only natural that Ray replied with a slight amazement to Vihela's words.
　the civil war of the Vestian Empire several years ago
　It means a battle between royal families, which is more troublesome than the three major factions of the Kingdom of Milliana.
　But Vichela doesn't seem particularly concerned by Ray's words.
　She took part in the civil war, but Vihela herself probably thinks she has already left the royal family.

"Yes, that's it for now... it's almost time, and we'll all begin to get ready for battle."

　You've decided that talking here is no good. Marina claps her hands and says so.
　In fact, it's probably because everyone has decided that if we talk here forever, we'll waste time.
　It was clear that we should take action as soon as possible, even though the time was not clearly set.
　But...

"Glu?"

　Ray looks at his clothes again, caressing Seto, who is rubbing his face against him remaining in the courtyard.
　Basically, Ray wears dragon robes on a regular basis, and his shoes are Slapnil's.
　I'm not going to bother to wear armor that slows me down, given that I'm wearing a dragon robe that's more powerful than the top or top-notch armor.
　Weapons such as death-size and twilight spears are also stored in mystery rings and can be taken out at any time.
　In other words, in Ray's case, there is no need for any preparatory preparation.
　That's why Ray waits with Seto and Yero in the courtyard while the others act to get ready.
　Incidentally, Arra is not here because she is working with Elena and Bune is working with Vihela.

"Huh? Come to think of it, where did Yero go? Is he acting with Elena?"

　Suddenly, he finds out that he can't see Yero playing with Seto, and wonders.
　Naturally, Yero will not participate in the subjugation of the tentacles.
　It was a very strong defensive yellow, but in the case of a tentacle, no matter how strong the armor is when the tip touches it, it can absorb the opponent's body fluids and flesh.
　In that sense, that tentacle is a natural enemy of Yero.
　It was still a small yellow, and if touched by that tentacle, it could instantly be just bones and skin.

(though there is a possibility that the tentacles, if you think of them as errands of Elena's, will do you no good... you can't try them on the strength of one or eight or two.)

　Since Yero is still a child, it will be a long time before he can demonstrate his ability.
　There is no doubt that a few years or decades will not be enough to truly be active as a dragon.

"When I think about it, I'm glad that Seto was born in this condition. But I'd like to see a little set, too."
"Slurrurling.

　When Seto hears Ray's words, he cries so as not to resonate with others... the next moment his body shrinks.
　His length was over three meters, but he shrunk to about seventy centimeters.
　Seto, who is about half the size, asks, "How do you feel?" and turns round eyes at Ray.
　Ray gently caresses his resizing skill set with a smile."Well, I think these sets are cute, too."

　Ray's honesty is that he wanted to see his newborn son, Seto.
　However, I knew it was impossible, so I was quite satisfied with my current 70cm set.

"Glu".

　Perhaps she was happy to be complimented by Ray, so Seto purrs happily.
　Marina's Spiritual Magic allows Ray to relax with Seto in a comfortable space that would not seem like winter... and eventually Elena, Marina and Vihela, all well-equipped for battle, appear.

"... you're quite at ease,"
"I didn't have anything to do. ... Well, I think I'm ready. Shall we go?"

　Revealing that to Elena, Ray stands up after playing with Seto.
　No one was surprised that the set was getting smaller.
　Seth has used resizing in this garden several times before, and that's probably why no one was surprised to see him now.
　The set has already returned to its original size.
　Elena follows Ray, who starts walking with him, followed by others.

"Ara and Bune... Are you coming?"
"Yes. Of course, as I promised beforehand, I will not make them participate in the battle, but they want to see me from afar."
"Well, let alone Bune, should Arra stay as close to Elena as possible?"

　As Ray sometimes forgets, Arra is the chivalry captain of Elena's Guards Knights.
　Then it was only natural for Elena to act together when she went to a dangerous place, especially if she was going to fight against an unknown opponent like this one.
　...however, apart from the words of the Knights, Arla is purely devoted to Elena.
　If Elena hadn't said anything, she would certainly have taken part in this battle.

"Yes!"

　Bune muttered a little dissatisfied, perhaps because Ray sounded only complimenting Arla.
　It's not that Bune isn't worried about Vihela, either.
　Bune and Vihela are quite old acquaintances.
　That being the case, it's only natural to worry about Vihela.
　...though it doesn't show up to your face.
　But Ray had acted with Bune in his own way and somehow understood what he meant.

"I know. I'm not blaming Bune. You're worried about Vihela, are you?"
"Yes!"

　Rey's words now nodded satisfactorily.
　After that, Ray and his colleagues continue to communicate with each other.
　As a matter of course, such a group of lays stand out.
　... partly because of Seto's presence, but also because others stand out.
　Many people wonder what's going to happen when they see the Ray's and everyone is well armed.
　Some, especially adventurers, feel uneasy when they see the Reyes, whose routine is to fight.

"Now that you mention it, have you not heard of the Knights operating? They haven't dismantled the Giant Turtle to-day."
"Oh, then I guess there's something going on."
"But now? Well... but Ray and his companions... are with General Hime to fight, and you don't feel like you can do anything about it?"

　In the midst of this interaction, Ray and his colleagues moved on, talking to each other.