As soon as she jumped off the cliff, Miney's figure came into view.
　Despite the distance, Iris let the momentum of her fall carry her along the wall as if she were running.
　It wouldn't last long, but it would be nice to get a little closer to Miney.

(Even if it's just a little, close the distance ......!

　Miney's screams reach my ears as I fall.
　I can hear her screaming as she falls. It's high, but she won't get hurt if she falls into the sea.
　But there are monsters in the sea near here.
　That's what Iris was worried about.
　After taking a few steps to run along the wall, Iris kicked up the cliff hard.
　Falling diagonally as if accelerating, Iris jumped down just near where Miney was falling. With a high splash, Iris checks the situation around her in the water.
　Minei had lost her balance and was scratching at the bottom of the sea for several meters.

(I'm still not a very good swimmer. ......)

　I remembered what Alta had taught me.
　I don't have any diving skills, but now is not the time to be thinking about that.
　I'm not sure if I'm going to be able to do it, but I'm going to try.
With the weight of the SHI-DEN, it didn't take much effort to sink deep.

(! )

　Iris immediately noticed something strange.
　The demons had come in response to Miney's scratching in the sea.
　Iris could not hold her breath for long.
　Still, in the unfamiliar water, Iris swings her sword.
　Even though her movements were slower than usual, Iris was able to defeat the demons that came.
　There are several fish monsters that are not that big, but have sharp fangs. He knocked them down and supported Miney's body.
　However, Miney is panicking, and even when Iris touches her, she moves like she's going crazy.

(d*mn it, I have to calm her down somehow!

　At that moment, she saw someone falling nearby.
　It didn't take her long to realize that it was Aria.
　In response to Aria's dive, the demons came again - but Aria handled them without difficulty, and came to Iris and Miney's side.
　Aria, who can move freely in the water, delivers a strong blow to the back of Miney's neck.
　After a loud jerk, I saw that Miney had lost consciousness.
　Aria swims with Miney in her arms, followed by Iris.
　They swam to the shore and managed to get out of the water.

"Ha, ha. ......

　--I can barely breathe.
　Iris, who was not a good swimmer, but had just learned from Arta yesterday, was really risking her life.
　Aria, on the other hand, never faltered in her breathing and approached Iris.

You can barely swim, so don't be reckless.
...... can't help it. Even Aria can't ...... do that to Mr. Lotto.
It can't be helped. It was like she was following Iris.
You were following me to ......?
Dr. Alta, Iris, and I, I guess. We spend a lot of time together, so she was wondering what was going on.

　Aria glanced at Minei.
　I'm sure you're not the only one who's wondering what's going on. ...... Perhaps she was hoping for some kind of scandal between the school's lecturer and the daughter of a great nobleman.
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　However, Iris was deeply relieved that Miney was not injured.

I'm glad you're okay, even though I'll probably have to explain a lot more when ...... I wake up.
She'll be fine. But we have to get back up there.

　Aria said, looking at the top of the cliff.
　The fight to the death had probably already begun on the cliff.
Zenas Ladei and Luino Tomra of the Swordsmen. Both of them are undoubtedly capable.
　However, Luino had already defeated the two swordsmen with his overwhelming strength.
　He might not be too far behind Zenas either.
　Still, Iris was going to head up, ready for any possibility.

...... Well... I'll be right back.
Yeah. Let's get a move on--
Aria, you take care of Mr. Lotto.
No!　Iris, ......?

　Aria looked at Iris's words with a questioning expression.
　It was probably something that Aria didn't expect to hear.

I'm not sure what to do. And not all the enemies are here. I need you to take care of the rest of the class.
"...... Is Iris going into battle alone?
Yes. ...... I'm always sorry for worrying you. But it's my decision.

　I'm sorry to always worry you.

It's okay. That's the way Iris is. I'm worried because ......... But I'm sure the doctor will be at the lighthouse. I'm sure he'll be able to help you if you need anything.


"......, yeah. But this time it's different. I'm the one who's trying to protect you. Maybe I'm not in a position to say that. But I know you believe in me.

　If Iris is in danger, I'm sure Arutha will help her.
　This thought was probably a naivete in Iris.
　Alta tells Iris that she can rely on him.
　If she really needed help, she would go to ...... and ask for help from Arta.
　However, Iris also has a dream.
I'm not sure if it's a good idea, but it's a good idea. Arta acknowledges that Iris has the power to make it happen.
　That's why what Iris should do is already decided.

I'm not sure if you can believe me, Aria.
...... It's not fair to ask. But if Iris has made up her mind, then I believe in her. So please don't lose.
"Yes, of course.

　Iris smiled and gently placed her hand on Aria's head. As she stroked her head, Aria felt a sense of relief.
　Their time together is soon over, and Iris looks straight up the cliff. The battle at the top of the cliff had probably already begun, and Iris was stepping into it.
　What begins now is a "three-way" battle for belief.