As Esno was in his bunker, the bulk doors were closed. He was safe behind 3 bulk doors made of mana-resistant metal with 50 people with him. As Licht found the door entrance, he began to punch it violently to the point the bunker itself began to shake. In minutes, the bulk doors were sent flying.
Licht said, "Is that the end of your defenses?" As he ended everyone, he grabbed Esno by the throat. He said, "Speak, pig. I don't have a reason, and you don't have time. Speak, or I will end you now."
Esno said, "It's someone in the three."
Licht said, "Explain."
Esno said, "It's an order from the Baladian military. It was the kind of order that you can't say no. They took my three best guys. Two of them are dead because of you. That's all I know, I swear."
As Licht felt it was the truth, Licht went away to Esten's bunker. Licht also punched through the bulk doors. Esten was scared.
Esten said, "It's the devil. Licht, the White Devil."
Joker said, "Licht Vaude, you are my opponent. I see. If it's you, I don't have a reason to hold back."
Licht said, "I don't know who the hell you are. Tell me all that you know, or die."
Joker said, "I can't let you do that. This pig is working for me now. When people follow different paths and collide with one another, there are only 2 choices. Either you step out of the way, or you move them aside and move forward. Those are your choices."
As Licht rushed in a second, Joker blocked it.
Joker said, "Move aside." As he kicked Licht in the stomach, Joker said, "Stop, Licht. I won't ask again."
Licht said, "Who the hell are you to give me orders? The only man I listen to is my captain. Light Magic: Glittering Light Strike!"
Joker said, "Dark Magic: Endless Execution!" As his reaction speed rose, he deflected each glitter. As Licht went to strike among the light particles, Joker simply blocked it again with his swords. He teleported behind Licht, punched him behind the throat, teleported in front of him, did an uppercut, grabbed his head, and slammed it to his knees. Licht was on the ground.
Esten was amazed. This guy killed over 850 people in 2 days, but Joker made him seem like nothing.
Licht got up and said, "I see." As he walked out before saying, "I'm sorry for being careless."
Esten said, "Wow, you made quick work of him."
Joker said, "I have work. Get me results. You have 5 hours, or else you will be a fried pig."
Esten said, "Understood, sir."
Meanwhile, in the hospital, Mia received a call from Licht's parents. Mia picked up.
Mia said, "Greetings, sir."
Jewel said, "Yo—"
Elodie said, "That is not how you talk to a lady. Now tell me, dear, is Licht OK? We have been calling him for a few days. He hasn't been picking up. And then Black Rose is in Baledia, so we just wanted to know if it was all OK."
Mia said, "2 days ago, Admiral Licht's communicator was stolen, and we were under attack. Admiral Alysa and a few others have been kidnapped, and Admiral Mavia took 5 gunshots. She hasn't woken up yet. The doctors stated her vitals are stable."
Elodie said, "Is Licht safe? Please tell me."
Jewel said, "Stop worrying. He is alive. The kid isn't dead yet."
Mia said, "During the incident, the Admiral received a gunshot to the shoulder. Yet after the incident, he is searching for Admiral Alysa and the others. He hasn't been thinking straight. In the last 2 days, he has only returned a handful of times for water breaks lasting anywhere between 180 to 450 seconds. Despite our insistence that he receive proper medical attention, he is still out there. And it appears he is rather quite angry. Even though we are attempting to calm him down."
Elodie said, "Oh, when he comes back, please tell him we are worried."
Jewel said, "Oh hell no. Tell him to throw ice water in his face and think clearly. Working like an idiot with a hesitant head."
Mia said, "I understand. I will inform him about the call and ask him to return the call."
Elodie said, "Thank you. And tell him Mommy loves you and kiss him on the cheek for me."
Mia said, "Of course, sir."
Jewel said, "Do you need my help? I may be retired, but I still know some stuff."
Elodie said, "Now you are just saying that because you want to jump in and beat criminals."
Jewel said, "Yeah, that too. Not like Liebe needs our help."
Mia said, "The Fleet Admiral has been seen far more scary. He was the one who saved us. And among the kidnapped were Mrs. Elizabeth. That is why Mrs. Gelda has been quite restless. Even though the capital has been non-officially closed off, none have entered or left in the past 40 hours."
Jewel said, "I see. Gelda's daughter is also in trouble. Liebe might be losing it."
As Liebe was in front of the royal capital, the guards said, "Liebe Faust, you are not authorized to enter the royal castle."
Liebe said, "Move." As he forced himself in with his magic, he moved to the king's throne room.
Liebe said, "Answer me, King. What the hell is the progress on the search for my team?"
The king said, "Shut up, half-breed."
Liebe said, "I will ask again. What is the progress? Where the hell are they? Tell me, or I will end you myself."
As Zeto interfered and said, "Your team is somewhere. We don't know. And keep this up, and we will kill you next. What an imbecile."
Liebe said, "If it's a fight you want, I will be more than happy to end you."
Zeto said, "Team Dread Saber may be busy to be unable to face you now, but I can end you."
As Licht crashed through the roof, he charged Zeto head-on, stating, "An insult to my captain will not be taken!" As he brought Zeto to his knees.
Liebe walked out before saying, "If you don't find my team in the next 24 hours, you will need more than an army to protect you."
As they left, Licht said, "I will around other gangs." As he left.
While the godkin reached Baledia, Alem was destroying buildings trying to find Alysa.
Alem thought, Wherever you are, please be safe, my lady.
Álfrinn grabbed Alem by the collar before saying, "You useless cat. It is because of you Lady Alice died, and now it is because of your actions Lady Alysa is missing. You deadbeat."
Alem said, "Watch your mouth, elf."
Álfrinn said, "Says the shit. Find Alysa. Even if it means turning the capital to dust."
As Álfrinn and Alem used their magic to start destroying the capital in order to find Alysa, Liebe realized the destruction. He tried to go outside, but he received a call from Esten stating, "Joker, come quick! We have info!"
As Liebe rushed to the bunker, Esten was saying, "We have some info. It isn't sure, but—"
As from behind, Álfrinn said, "Faust, you are supposed to be her Odr, yet she is missing. You have failed as her champion. Yet I'm showing mercy. She is still in the capital. Start retracting your net." As he left without a word.
Joker said, "Master is mad, alright."
Esten said, "Sir, here is what we know. The attack was led by the Baladian team, Team Dread Saber, and some of their members were killed. Since all members of Team Dread Saber are siblings, they are protected by their oldest brother, the General Zeto. And it is because of Zeto their crimes have been pardoned for years. And that's how they had access to new model military gear. The attack was led by the second brother, Loon, and it was him who fought the girl from Team Liebe and shot her 5 times."
Joker said, "I see. Here is your money, 5 million gold. Continue working for me, and you will be rewarded handsomely. Now try to find them."
Esten said, "Of course, sir. We will start looking right away."
Joker said, "Good. And as a reward, have this communicator. It will allow you to contact me from any corner of the globe." As he went away.
Liebe thought, Alysa, I have a lead now. Please be safe.
Meanwhile, in an unknown location:
As Loon entered, he said, "Ready to speak now?"
Elizabeth said, "Never."
Loon said, "Tell me the secret to Liebe's darkness. What makes him so strong?"
Alysa said, "We will die before we tell you."
Horn said, "You are just filth waiting to be killed by Liebe's hand."
Loon said, "Say that again. It looks like our torture has been good enough. Sadly, this one is dead. What was her name again? Olivia or something? Start talking, or join her."
Alysa said, "We will die before we say anything."
As Alysa and Horn were stabbed.