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[heavyliesthecrown]

Yes. I do not really trust him. But he is someone who tends to be in the know.

. . . As frustrating as it is. He mocks me.

[strateelgic]

He mocks everyone.

If you're going to approach anyone else on the subject, approach Stormy.

[heavyliesthecrown]

[His tail twitches behind him but he tilts his head.]

Do you believe he would know more than Blossom?

[strateelgic]

It's hard to say.

His information will come with less whining, at least.

[heavyliesthecrown]

I guess it would not hurt to ask.

I wish it were as easy as offering a number of gatordawg to the serpent. I wonder what it is eating down there.

[strateelgic]

Whatever it tunnels through, if anything.

Hence the need to avoid its mouth.

[heavyliesthecrown]

Perhaps we ought to spy on it from a distance? See what it does or where it goes?

[strateelgic]

It would be difficult to do that without going through its tunnels.

[heavyliesthecrown]

Rubato-senpai has the ability to track someone, does he not? Perhaps with his aid, we might have a little better direction.

[strateelgic]

That doesn't rule out having to go through long stretches of tunnel. And if he comes out into the mist anywhere we will immediately lose all sense of direction. I don't think even Rubato could help with that.

[heavyliesthecrown]

I still feel we ought to initiate some sort of communication with it. If it is a Holy Beast, or we can learn about the Weeds and their leader's intentions, anything at all would be advantageous for us.

[strateelgic]

... I spoke to Blossom a bit myself earlier. According to her, Holy Beasts are another source of magic in this place. But she was also hesitant to speak on the subject, believing it to be a worse option than even demon summoning.

If the serpent falls into that category, the chances of it being remotely interested in our comparatively small struggles is likely slim.

[heavyliesthecrown]

[ . . . ]

I want to tell you something. But, can I have your assurance that it will remain here between us?

[strateelgic]

[Oh, secrets?

Can he promise that?]

I won't tell another soul without your permission.

[heavyliesthecrown]

[He nods.]

Okay. Good. Thank you.

Then... Bluebell is already in contact with some Holy Beasts. Not this serpent, obviously. And I have not spoken to them personally myself, yet. I believe that Fantasia-san wishes for us to all go on a sort of field trip, of sorts, and meet them as a flock.

But from what I have been told, they have given us a sort of boon? What, I do not know yet. But Bluebell specifically has a good relationship with them. So... I suppose that while Blossom might say differently, I do not actually have any faith in her judgment more often than not.

I suppose, though... I could see about speaking with them and seeing what they say regarding The Forever Snake.

[strateelgic]

I... see.

[He shouldn't be surprised that Bluebell would make a connection like this, but...]

Please exercise caution when dealing with them. I wouldn't want to see you all be fooled a second time.

[heavyliesthecrown]

[ You get tricked ONE time... ]

I-I promise it is not like that this time. They have already aided my senpais on a few occasions now.

[strateelgic]

And these beasts aren't in the mist? They show themselves near the pasture?

[heavyliesthecrown]

They reside in the forest proper. However, I believe they can safely travel through the mist if they must. Though they have advised us not to travel through the mist ourselves.

[strateelgic]

Anyone who's been near the mist would advise the same. Only weeds can enter the mist without losing the ability to tell up from down.

[heavyliesthecrown]

And Holy Beasts. ♪

I really do ask that you keep this between us, however. I am only telling you in confidence. They have been targeted in the past, and while I have not met them personally myself yet, I hope to have that rectified.

I simply... wanted to let you know that I do not believe all Holy Beasts are sinister or dangerous to us. Caution must surely be exercised. But I do not believe all Holy Beasts intend us harm.

And... I would be much more willing to put my faith in a Holy Beast than a demon. None of those have proved very kind here.

[strateelgic]

I said similar to Blossom about the demons when we spoke. She is something of a dark priestess, or what have you, so that's what she knows best.

But I would still be cautious of anything that can enter the mist on its own. A trap that catches a whole flock could be more beneficial to them than one that catches a single sheep.

[heavyliesthecrown]

You need not worry. I assure you that Bluebell is taking every precaution. We will not fall for another trap again.

[strateelgic]

I'm afraid I will worry regardless. But I'm glad that you aren't running in without a plan.

[That's what Crescendo means, right?]

At least tell me before you go, so I might take action if you're gone too long.

[heavyliesthecrown]

[Ahahahaha. No.

He can feel his smile turn soft at his confession, though.]

I can do that much, certainly.