Chapter 26: Star-Destroyer Fleet, Ready for Deployment

After Miori Shiba and her father explained everything to the people they trusted, no one refused. Everyone was willing to leave. Especially after learning they would receive a superpower awakening potion, free housing, and strength in the new world— who would want to stay? If someone told you there was a place without war, without danger, that would give you a home and power, and you could bring your whole family along— wouldn't you go? Naturally, most people would agree. Because of that, the secret migration was already underway. Many had begun preparing. To outsiders, Shiba Heavy Industries looked like it was having internal conflict. Opportunists came swarming in to scoop up the scraps. But in truth, it was all a smokescreen. Behind the scenes, the company had started acquiring rare metals in bulk. As Miori put it: "Just buy it all. takumi can take it with him." Thanks to takumi's spatial abilities, he could bring as much as he wanted. All the valuables would be transported to the new world, where they could easily be converted to currency. So, exchange whatever you can. ... Meanwhile, takumi was also preparing on his end. He began building more homes, filling in the reserved plots of land. He even set aside entire residential areas just for the cursed children. Networks and infrastructure were under construction. Factories and shops were being assembled by robots. His idea was to be ready before the people even arrived. Everything proceeded smoothly and efficiently. takumi would occasionally check in with the chat group, posting a daily greeting or status update. Every day, Miori Shiba reported her progress to takumi. After a week, everything on her end was ready. She had already gathered Enju Aihara, Kisara Tendou, Tina Sprout, Kohina Hiruko, and others. Miori also secretly contacted other cursed children, instructing them to gather their friends. Someone would come to take them away. At first, the cursed children didn't believe her. But once Miori demonstrated her superpowers and advanced technology from another world, they became convinced—and excited. With the help of Seitenshi Summer, it was easier to organize them. Seitenshi Summer, the clever dolphin-gene girl, understood Miori's purpose immediately and offered plenty of advice. Thanks to her, everything went even more smoothly. Alongside Enju, Tina, Kohina, and Asaka, Miori successfully gathered many Initiators. Though it cost her a lot of money, Miori didn't mind. With money, anything was possible. Besides, if she didn't use her funds now, they'd become worthless in the other world. So she made sure to use every last resource. As for the remaining Initiators, time had been too short to find them all. In addition to gathering Initiators, Miori also visited Sumire Muroto, one of the Four Sages. She recruited her as well— using another superpower awakening potion. Every potion takumi had given her had been put to use. Once Sumire confirmed the existence of another world, she became extremely interested. A chance to live elsewhere? She agreed without hesitation. Miori had done everything she could. Now all that was left was for takumi to arrive. When takumi learned of her preparations from the chat group, he got ready to depart. He had also completed his tasks: besides building a city, he had constructed several Star-Destroyer-class warships, using technology acquired from the Black Tower. Once he confirmed everything was in order, takumi made his move. takumi: \\[Alright then. I'm heading out now!] He posted to the chat, then activated the teleportation talisman. This talisman was two-way. He only had to tap "return" to come back. Only after purchasing it did he discover that feature. The group exploded with curiosity. Chika Fujiwara: \\[Too bad it can't be livestreamed.] \\[It'd be great to watch it!] Sagiri: \\[Agreed. I want to see the livestream.] \\[How does takumi-oniichan save people from another world?] takumi had never shared the details of his plan, but everyone was extremely curious. How was he going to take the cursed children away from that world? Despite being labeled as cursed, those children were treated as tools— weapons in the eyes of others. Now, someone was coming to steal their tools. It would be strange if they didn't panic. The group became lively with speculation. Miori, seeing the messages, immediately sent a signal to Kisara Tendou. It was time. They could now make their final preparations. Kisara could finally begin her revenge. She had long been lying in wait near the Tendou estate. When she received Miori's message, a sharp gleam of bloodlust appeared in her eyes. She had spent this entire time preparing. Now, the day had come. Rentarou Satomi had been searching for her recently, but she ignored him. Kisara had already resolved to sever all ties with him. All she wanted now was revenge. It was early morning in their world. Everyone was present. A perfect day for vengeance. Kisara picked up her katana and boldly marched toward the Tendou estate. Standing before the gate, she felt no emotion toward the place she hated so much. She raised her hand and drew her sword. Boom! The gate was sliced clean open. Kisara's strength had grown immensely. The awakening potion given to her had granted tremendous power. Her original abilities weren't weak to begin with. Now, her strength had more than doubled—maybe tripled. And she would only get stronger. But now wasn't the time to think about that. As the gate burst open, guards responded instantly, sounding the alarm. Kisara walked inside calmly. When the guards appeared, she showed no reaction. In a flash, she vanished— and they collapsed without a word. Blood stained her katana. Kisara moved deeper into the heart of the estate. Her true enemy was still waiting there.