This was the Mariana Trench in the year 2030. The sea level was 8,000 meters below sea level, and the flow of time was 100 times faster than the outside world. She could not contact Chaldea at all.
The only people who could contact her through the communication device were probably the people inside SE.RA.PH. In that case — —
"Ahem, are you connected? This is the Church. I'm Arnold. "
A virtual image appeared in front of them along with the projection. Arnold's figure appeared in it. He coughed softly.
"After Tachika Fujimaru's treatment, my injuries have healed a lot. Next, I can command you in battle. Without a mature and reliable commander to lead you, your exploration work has been very uneasy. But that won't be the case. Leave it to me!"
Arnold appeared in the image and acted like a leader. He assured them with certainty. Then, without waiting for them to respond, he began to issue orders.
"I heard that there are only three areas left, right? We're getting closer and closer to SE.RA.PH hitting the bottom of the sea. Of course, we should race against time and solve all the problems as soon as possible. Let's work harder today and explore all the remaining three areas... "
"Hello, Mr. Arnold. Considering the distance and workload, we can only explore two areas a day at most."
Tachika Fujimaru sighed without leaving a trace. Then, she told him about their experience and methods. "Next, we plan to go to the chest area and rescue the other Alterego."
SE.RA.PH itself was very large, and there was a very long distance between each area. Not to mention, the remaining three areas were in the armpit, palm, and ankle areas respectively. It would take almost an hour to run from one area to another, not to mention the detailed exploration work in each area.
If it was a small area like the side abdomen and chest, they could explore it in half a day. If it was a wide area like the arms and back, it would probably take them a day to explore it.
Arnold was giving orders blindly. He did not have any experience in exploring a maze, so it was impossible for him to make the right judgment about the current situation.
It would take at least two more days to finish exploring the remaining three areas.
Not to mention, they had other things to do today.
"What? To rescue Alterego?"
When he heard Tachika Fujimaru's words, Arnold was shocked. "Are you referring to the Alterego with the terrifying claws outside the control room? That kind of thing can be dealt with directly. What's the point of saving it? "
"Something's not right."
Tachika Fujimaru sighed again. "Parsons Lip is the same as Meltélise. They have long fallen out with BB. They are not BB's subordinates at all. The restraints on Parsons Lip's body are the best proof."
"As long as we think of a way to undo her restraints and rescue her from BB's restraints, she will definitely join us and become our companion."
This was the information that Meltélise had told them.
She had said from the beginning that she and Parsons Lip could not stand BB's style of doing things and had long parted ways with BB. It was also because of this that her function as a maze guard was abandoned and Parsons Lip was forcefully restrained and controlled.
Just like how Meltélise had joined their side, as long as they could free Parsons Lip from her restraints, she would definitely join their side.
"I see. If we can win over that Alterego, it will indeed be a very substantial combat strength. It can also be used to deal with BB. Well then, I'll allow you to go to the chest area first and try to pull that Alterego to our side."
Arnold quickly changed his strategy and agreed with Tachika Fujimaru's approach. He ordered the few of them to go to the chest area.
"Okay, okay."
Tachika Fujimaru had a 'you're right' expression and nodded sincerely. Then, she quickly turned off the watch on her hand and revealed a look of a headache.
"To think that you're willing to listen to his nonsense."
Meltélise chuckled and looked at Tachika Fujimaru. "I really hate that kind of self-righteous guy. If it were me, I wouldn't even pick up the communication."
Meltélise still hated humans. Although it had changed because of the Holy Grail War, she still maintained a disgusted attitude towards humans who couldn't even hide their bad habits.
If it was in the past, she would have already dissolved Arnold. It was just that her temper had improved a lot recently, so she just ignored him.
"Let's go."
Ryuga ignored Arnold from beginning to end. After the call ended, she greeted the two girls and walked in the direction of the chest area.
The two girls looked at each other and put the matter of Arnold to the back of their minds. They followed behind Ryuga and walked forward together.
In fact, even Tachika Fujimaru didn't take Arnold's words to heart. If his command was correct enough, she would definitely listen carefully. However, he only knew how to command blindly, so how could it be enough to convince people?
It was only because of her kind nature that she didn't ignore his words and reluctantly agreed with him. But in fact, his words only brushed past her heart and didn't leave any impression.
…..
The few of them skillfully crossed several areas, then went down from the neck to the depths of the chest area.
Just like the last time they came here, Parsons Lip was still standing in the only passage to the control room, slowly pacing back and forth.
Even though the control room in the passageway no longer had any value, she still guarded it conscientiously, showing no signs of leaving.
Under the control of the mastermind behind the scenes, she couldn't leave this place. Unless the mastermind gave her the order to leave, she couldn't even resist a thought from the mastermind.
"Just wait a little longer."
Meltélise looked at Parsons Lip who wasn't far away and silently said in her heart, "Just a little longer, just a little longer and we will be able to save you … This time, we definitely won't lose!"
"Ryuga Jann, please!"
Tachika Fujimaru took a deep breath and handed the task of fighting to Ryuga as usual. Her expression was solemn and serious as she asked him to do it.
Ryuga didn't say a word and only silently walked out. His footsteps slowly sounded on the smooth floor.
"AAAAAAAAA!"
Parsons Lip let out a low groan that seemed to be filled with sincere expectations. Then, he turned his head uncontrollably and looked at Ryuga. He silently raised his ferocious golden claw — —
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