With lightning in her eyes, Iris confronts Kufilio.
　Kufilio's appearance is almost identical to Aria's - only he has an evil smile on his face that Aria would never have.
　He holds a dagger in his hand and says, "I see.

"I see. I'm sure you'll be able to find something that will help you out.

　I'm not sure what to make of that.
　I'm not sure if it's a good idea, but it's a good idea.

If you're not coming, I'm coming for you.

　Iris was the first to move. She kicked the ground to close the distance between her and Kufilio.
The first to move was Iris, who kicked the ground to close the distance to Kufilio. If you touch it, it can numb your body and slow you down. But...

I'm sure you know this, but your little tricks won't work on me.

　Kufilio took out two daggers.
　I'm sure you're aware of that, but your little tricks won't work on me." Kufilio took out two daggers and threw them carelessly to the ground, causing the lightning bolts that had been flowing around Iris to drift in your direction.

(Oh, you mean lightning rods. ......!　But it doesn't matter!

　Iris had originally intended to engage in melee combat with her swordsmanship.
　The lightning strike was just a byproduct of the "purple lightning" that Iris was handling.
　Iris closed the distance and flashed at Kufilio.
　But Kufilio blocked it with the dagger he held in his hand. Kufilio closes the distance between himself and Iris, letting the blade slide.
　Iris immediately put all her strength into her sword and closed the distance between her and Kufilio.
　This time Kufilio moves.

(Fast ......!)

　The movement is reminiscent of Aria.
　But Kufilio's movement is more than that.
　He instantly closes the distance to Iris and swings his dagger.
　Iris blocks it just in time, but falls back. He is overwhelmed--Kufilio's goal will be to put Iris out of the fight.
　It's not just Kufilio in front of her that Iris needs to be wary of.
　There are three other opponents in the rear. He is facing Kufirio while keeping an eye on the others who may move at any moment.

"...... Don't lick me!
I'm sorry.

　It's a good idea to have a good idea of what you're looking for. It's not just something you're wearing, it's a pure magic attack.
　I'm not sure if it's a good idea or not.
　He takes a step and runs around to see if Iris is still there.
　He's not going to move - he's going to counter the moment Kufilio does.

It's fun!　It's a lot of fun!
...... There's nothing fun about it.
"No, I honestly didn't think you'd be able to block my attacks this well. I salute you.

　I'm not happy to hear you say that.
　Iris looked at Aria, who was anxiously watching the battle.
　There is a reason why she has to work with them - in truth, Iris already knows that.
　If what Arata said was true, Aria would still be struggling.

(So I went to ......)

　In order to save Aria, Iris has a role to play.
　The time will come.
　Kufilio kicked the ground and closed the distance to Iris again.
　Iris reacts immediately, turning her body and holding her sword.
　The smiling face of Kufilio comes into view - it is another presence that is felt from behind.

What?

　At some distance away, two of Kufilio's companions were standing behind Iris.
　While he was momentarily distracted by them, a crunching metallic sound reached his ears.
　The chains and shackles from the Kuro Hole were connected to Iris' wrists.
　The two men behind Iris must have moved to distract Kufilio the moment he moved. ...... If there was even a moment's gap, they could catch Iris.
　This is what they were capable of.

They didn't need to go to the trouble of going at it one on one. ...... You knew that, didn't you?　That's why I was so cautious.
...... Yeah, I honestly didn't think I'd be able to handle you guys on my own.
Oh, and you came alone?
...... I have people I can count on.
--

　I'm sure you're not the only one.
　It was almost as if he was jumping out of the sky.
　The boy came as if he was jumping down from the sky, and the Wind Blade that he unleashed broke the chain that held Iris.
　The boy who landed on the ground, Arta, stood in front of Iris with his sword at the ready.

I'm not sure if it's a good idea, but it's a good idea.
"...... Yes, sir.

　I'm not sure what to say, but I'm sure you'll understand.