Reika had already explained everything about his old world and how they were summoned to this world. Meji had kept it secret from everyone because he's a good guy to trust, and he's not the type to betray you….
Reika: I don't know, Jarreck… can I trust you or not?
Jarreck: Dude, I made a mistake not registering as an adventurer, but I will do that here. This kingdom is nice. I mean, I have nowhere else to go… and I heard a terrible rumor which I find hard to believe…
Reika: Rumor?! What rumor?
Cap Meji: Let's talk somewhere else.
Reika: Alright.
Cap Meji: Let them through.
Knight: Yes, sir.
Enilia (thought): Hmmm… it seems like Lord Jarreck's friendship with that vice captain is the reason we could enter the kingdom successfully… but what is his objective for coming here, and what rumor is he talking about?!
Nao: Don't overthink, Eni.
Enilia: Oh no, don't worry about me. I am fine.
Jarreck: Alright, you come down.
Enilia and Nao came down from their carriage and greeted the captain.
Enilia: Greetings, sir… my name is Enilia.
Nao: And my name is Nao.
Cap Meji: Typical… you got yourself some slaves, eh?
Reika: Wait… slaves?
Enilia and Nao (thought): How did he know?
Jarreck: Wait, I never mentioned anything about that! So… how?
Cap Meji: Are you underestimating me, the captain?
Jarreck: No, I am not.
Cap Meji: I have seen a lot in this world. I've experienced many things that even my eyes could not comprehend. Besides, I can tell they're slaves with those scars on their bodies… beautiful ladies can't have those scars. Treat them well. I normally hate people who treat others as slaves and that describes you.
Reika: Yeah, let's skip that for now. So, what let's go sit down, get some food and drink, and then talk. You guys are welcome.
They went to the nearest restaurant close to them.
Citizens: That's the captain and the vice captain! Wow, it's rare to see them here.
Cap Meji: We need some food and drinks… ladies, go to that table. And the others, whatever you want it's all on me, okay?
Jarreck: Wow… you really are nice.
Reika: The nicest there is.
Jarreck (thought): Disgusting… trust them like that… my slaves… I will do with them whatever I want, you pieces of trash.
Cap Meji: So, what's this rumor you have… surely there's no rumor out there other than the Nightmare Terror of Aturia, is that it?
Jarreck: That one is widespread news. This one I have is different… and personal.
Reika: Okay then, share with us.
Jarreck: Well… it's Melina. She's dead!!
Reika (in shock): Oh… that's a joke, right?
Jarreck: It's true. I saw her dead body with my very own eyes.
Reika: Damn it! How could she be this careless? And where were you when all that happened?
Jarreck: Where was I? I was out there in the kingdom, pushing and trying to survive. When I was going to the kingdom of Brugia, I saw her body and some other group had brutally murdered them.
Cap Meji: Friend of yours too…?
Reika: Yeah, she's also from our school. She's one of us…
Jarreck: Wait… wait. Does this captain of yours know about us…?
Reika: Yes, he does. I explained everything to him. Trust me, he's trustworthy.
Jarreck: Anyways… what do I care? You do.
Cap Meji: That's strange… I haven't heard anything about that. If it's true, Captain Cole would have notified me.
Reika: You mean the captain from the kingdom of Nacia…?
Cap Meji: Yes. You know we have a diplomatic relationship with them.
Reika: Yeah, so if he hasn't heard about it yet, that means the rumor hasn't spread far.
Cap Meji: I guess so… or maybe your friend here is lying.
Jarreck: Excuse you?
Cap Meji: Pardon my manners, but that story seems suspicious to me.
Jarreck: You guys like to get on my nerves, huh…? Hmmm… girls, it's time to leave. This kingdom is full of weirdos… Oh, Reika, we'll see next time.
Reika: Wait, I'm sorry! My captain didn't mean anything wrong just don't mind his harsh tone.
Jarreck: Harsh tone? Oh no… you get it all wrong. You know what, I'm short-tempered, and any stupid word from him I swear, I'm gonna rampage. So I'm avoiding that.
Reika: Hey, captain… would you mind laying off the tension on me? Honestly, the last thing I want is to get on his bad side. He's always short-tempered, honestly…
Shortly after, a messenger came to the restaurant where Reika was and passed a letter to Captain Meji. The letter confirmed the same news Jarreck was telling them. It was as if Jarreck planned all of this, but it was just a coincidence… Jarreck isn't smart enough to pull that off. He got his fake story and suspicions cleared down.
Messenger: This letter is for you, sir.
Cap Meji: Oh… thanks. (gasp) No, it would seem your friend here is telling the truth…
Reika: What's that?
Cap Meji: Take a look… Captain Cole sent this letter to me. It seems they found a group of adventurers dead not too far from the kingdom of Brugia. Look at their names…
Reika (gasp): No way…
The names that appeared in the letter were Melina, Gakui, Steve, and Adaliu. One was missing Koha…
Cap Meji: Sorry for doubting you earlier… can you ever forgive me?
Jarreck: Oh, no problem at all. I understand… (in his mind) You dumb fools… ahhh, thanks to that letter, my plans will go along fine. All of my suspicions and trails are covered… damn, what a pure coincidence. Hmmm, what can I say… I was born lucky.
Reika: Wait, so you saw Melina and confirmed it was her?
Jarreck: What kind of ridiculous question is that? I saw all of the bodies. I saw her face completely. The rest… oh man, two were split in half, and one head was gone. I don't even know who the missing one is. I only saw four bodies. But curious… where would the last one be then? Or was she or he the one responsible for it, or has the person been taken hostage…? What did it say in the letter…?
Reika: It says she's missing. Her body is nowhere to be found not a trace of her. She's either suspected or has been taken away by the killer.
Jarreck: You should have seen that scene. I almost cried. I mean… how could one be so cold!? Those two half-bodies… stubborn to their opponent… hahahaha.
Reika: Damn it… we lost one of ours. (Gasp)
Reika saw a little note on the letter saying "read alone." The letter was specifically for Meji, which meant the little note held a secret. Reika silently passed the note to Meji so he could read it later.
Cap Meji: Well… we will have to be on high alert in the kingdom.
Reika: Oh, sure… Hey, Jarreck, you staying, right?
Jarreck: Sure. I mean… what's the rush? I may stay here for at least a month or maybe register with the adventurers.
Reika: Sounds good. Oh!! Shina is here too, okay.
Jarreck: Shina!? Oh, can I come say hi to her?
Reika: Why not? But that would be later. I'll drop by your side later… just leave the address of the building you're renting at the guild receptionist. I'll stop by, get the address, and then come visit you with Shina. Got that?
Jarreck: Oh, sure. I'll see ya.
Reika: Alright, take care.
Reika and Meji left to coordinate their defense around the kingdom because right now, whoever did that is still out there… What they don't know is that the danger is already in.
Cap Meji: Hey, Reika, I still don't trust that guy. I know he's your friend, but the vibe he's giving—I don't like it.
Reika: I don't trust him either, but I can't abandon a friend in need of help.
Cap Meji: I get you… Oh!! The letter you gave me I need to read it and see what's going on. Captain Cole has something important to say…
Meji opens the letter and reads it. Just as expected, Captain Cole stated the person responsible for the death of those parties is none other than the Nightmare Terror.
Cap Meji: Hmmm… the Nightmare Terror, eh… {sigh} Looks like this person is out there creating a scene. He wants to start a war.
Reika: But why though… why go after those parties!?
Cap Meji: That's what I don't know. Let's stay on high alert immediately.
Reika: Right.
Meanwhile, Jarreck had already registered himself and the girls in the adventurer guild and rented a home for them.
Jarreck: Ahhh… it's been so long, Nao… Come here and do your few hours, don't make my blood hyper hurry.
Nao: Yes, sir.
Nao did what he requested, but Enilia was not happy. All she ever wanted was for Nao to live a free life not be involved in this slavery life. But then she had an idea to fix it, which was risky.
Enilia (thought to herself): Hmmm… I don't like this one bit. I swear, Nao, I will free you from this. I promise you… even if it costs me my life…