The sword itself is tinged with lightning and will damage anyone who wields it.
　Iris is able to overcome and master it, but it was only a short time ago that she swore to wield this sword of her own will.
　Maybe it's because before that - before he became the "Strongest Knight" - he was hesitant to even hold this sword.
　But now, it's different.
　Even if it was my best friend in front of me, I would not hesitate to take the sword to stop her. No, because it was Aria, Iris took the sword herself.
　The first strike. Aria had no hesitation in closing the distance to Iris, who was covered in purple lightning.
　Aria must have understood the nature of this sword. Even so, Iris's sword and Aria's jet-black dagger clashed with each other.

"......!

　The moment the sword and dagger collide, Aria shows a look of anguish.
　I'm not sure if it's a good idea, but it's a good idea.
　It's a good idea to have a good idea of what you're looking for.

I'm not sure what to do.
I'm sure you'll be happy to hear that.

　It's a good idea to have a good idea of what you're doing.
　It's a good idea to have a good idea of what you're looking for.
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(But ......)

　We've been with each other for years.
　We've both grown up in these fights.
　Iris has a good idea of how Aria will attack.
　Aria's onslaught, which did not stop even after being struck by lightning, foreshadowed a "short term settlement".
　She must have understood that the longer it went on, the more advantageous it would be for Iris, who had both the attack power and durability.
　Even in the continuous barrage, Iris is always looking for an opening to counterattack.
　And that time would soon come.
　In the midst of Aria's onslaught, a small opening inevitably arises.
　It was a habit of Aria's, that no matter how fast she attacked, there was always an opening for a big swing.
　Because it was Iris, she would not let that small gap go - she would take a step forward and go on the offensive. At that moment.

"What?

　What Iris felt was a sense of discomfort with the sword she was swinging.
　It's a great way to make sure you don't get caught in the middle.
　It's a good idea to have a good idea of what you're doing.

(......This, is ......!)

　It's a good idea to have a good idea of what you're looking for. He wrapped a harder one around Iris when he saw the moment she went on the offensive.
　For just a moment - like an opening - so that Aria could get one step ahead of Iris.

I told you. Don't let your guard down.
"I told you.

　A black hole appears around Iris.
　A small knife, different from Aria's dagger, emerges from the hole.
　The string also came from a hole a short distance away.
　In order to block Iris's movement, the knife was aimed at her feet and released.

"This ......!

　Iris's sword is still trapped by Aria's thread.
　But Iris thrusts her flailing sword into the ground and jumps up on the spot, using it as a pivot.
　It's as if he's going to kick Aria at the same time.
　Aria blocked it and stepped back slightly.

You're not the only one who can do this kind of move.
"...... No, I'm not. Iris and I are very different.
What's--?
Everything. We've always been different. I've never really fought Iris in a fight. Neither has Iris. ...... Even now, lightning, you're weak.
"No!　That's .......

　It's a good thing that you're not the only one.
　It's not wrong to point out that, unconsciously or not, Iris hadn't been able to demonstrate her true power in her fight with Aria.
　He really wants to stop Aria, but if he does...

I'm not. I wouldn't hesitate to kill for the sake of someone I care about. That's the difference between me and Iris.
"......!

　Aria has her dagger at the ready and is ready to fight again.
　I'm not sure if I'm going to be able to do this, but I'm going to try.
　This is the first time I've ever seen such a thing. It's a good idea to keep your eyes and ears open for the latest news.

(......!　Reinforcements ......!)

　Iris braces herself.
　(! Reinforcements !!?) Iris braced herself. She knew it was one of her friends because she was dressed like Aria.
　The other fellow makes a gesture as if he's going to give Aria an earful.

"......, we're done for the day.
What did you say?
I said, "We're done. I said I'm done. Iris ......, you do your job. I'll do what I have to do. But I need you to do one thing-- stay out of this.


Aria!

　Iris tries to hold Aria back.
　But Aria is moving fast - she's moving away with her friends.
　As Iris tries to chase after her, she sees Mercier's reflection out of the corner of her eye.

"Mr. Mercier!

　Iris rushes to Mercier, who is kneeling on the spot. Mercier made a hand gesture to stop him.

Don't worry. I was able to escape as well. ......

　He seemed to be a little injured, but he seemed to be okay.
　Iris looks at the direction in which Aria disappeared.

Why? ......

　No one can answer that question.
　The only thing that remains unanswered for Iris is the fact that Aria is clearly an enemy.
　...... It was only a short time later that Arta and Aena arrived here.