Allison to Lillia ep.5
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Go ahead with your training at the Kingdom of Ikstova.
Wil, participate in it!
I will pay for the fees.
So go ahead.
Time has passed since that summer day; it's now my winter break.
The Lowe Sneum Memorial Upper School field trip
brought me to the Kingdom of Ikstova.
I was able to make this trip thanks to Allison.
Allison is flying all over the world on her missions with the Air Force.
I wonder where she is now.
Wow! So this is Mushke Town's famed scenic point...
The 800m Cliff of Srankarans!
Srankarans means, "Not even one's soul can return."
Oh, then let's see if it'll return or not.
I advise not to.
Of course.
Are you Wilhelm Schultz?
Y-Yes...
W-What?
Come with us.
Huh?
W-What is the meaning of this?
Who are you?
Don't worry. We're not anyone suspicious.
How do you expect me to believe you in this situation?
Hey, wait!
The abduction was a success!
Any comments? Are you surprised?
Even if you kidnap me, you're not getting any ransom.
I'm glad to see you in good spirits, Wil.
As you can see, I'm quite energetic myself.
We're from the Roxche Air Force.
We would like for our dear colleague, Air Force Corporal Allison Whittington, to be alone with her childhood friend Wil.
I'm sure you understand.
Long story short, my next stop is this place!
A joint force ice evacuation drill on Lake Lass with Ikstova, or the Kingdom of Iks.
When I learned of the venue of your field trip from your letter,
I felt it was designed just for the two of us.
I had to make you come, Wil.
Yeah, I'm happy to see you.
The drill was completed yesterday.
So, let's do some sightseeing together.
Besides, I have something important to tell you.
Important? What is it?
Something you couldn't write in your letter?
But, it's against the rules to take independent action.
As long as your friend doesn't say anything, who's going to find out?
That's true, but...
Then there shouldn't be any problems.
A movie promotion? I guess not.
It's a poster for a speech by some politician.
There's going to be a local referendum the day after tomorrow.
Ah, the teacher mentioned it.
They're going to vote on whether to become independent from Roxche or not, right?
Well, it doesn't concern us.
The frozen lake serves as a road, huh.
I see. So that's why trade from the towns and villages in the vicinity of the lake increases during the winter.
Wil, how does it look?
It's provided by the military.
Yeah, it looks good on you.
Is that all?
Um... you look cool.
Can't you say something like, "You look wonderful, Allison"?
You look wonderful, Allison.
Wil... forget about it.
So, where are we headed to?
There's somebody I want you to meet.
Somebody to meet?
The insignia of the saber.
Is this the army of Sous-Beil?
Got it.
Right.
For a military officer from Roxche to be able to enter a Sous-Beil camp...
I'm now convinced that the war has ended.
Didn't I tell you that it was a joint ice evacuation drill?
A joint operation between Roxche and Sous-Beil...
That means, the person you want me to meet is...
Great skills.
It's been a while, Wil.
Likewise, 2nd Lt. Ker.
Call me Benedict.
He's not a second lieutenant any more.
He received an honorary promotion and became the youngest major in Sous-Beil's history.
I'm treated like a hero because of you guys.
Excuse me.
Thanks.
M-Major... I respect you from the bottom of my heart!
I dream of riding on your plane, sir!
E-Excuse me!
It's like this wherever I go.
I don't think you can help it.
Since you were voted the most desirable bachelor in Sous-Beil after discovering the mural, thus becoming an overnight hero.
Having the three of us brings back memories of that day.
It was... What we saw that day was...
...something beautiful.
To tell you the truth, I specifically requested to partake in this drill.
I know the difficulty of trying to find a place now that the war has come to an end.
I heard they've started to reduce the size of the military in Sous-Beil.
Right.
Therefore, this rescue drill is a good opportunity to advocate the potential of airplanes.
Since you can search for and rescue people with planes in cold and frozen areas like this.
In order to avoid being forsaken by their masters,
dogs have to perform tricks.
If I were discharged from duty, I'd become a stray myself.
Who knows, Allison.
The main method of transportation might change from trains to planes one day.
Maybe so.
I didn't mean to talk about something gloomy now that we're at peace.
No, reality is harsh no matter how good the times are.
Then again, even if the military becomes a relic of the past...
As long as there's no more war, where I have to point a gun at you,
I will be happy with that in itself.
How about joining me for dinner tonight?
There's a party with Roxche, where all of the troop commanders will be attending.
It'll be lonely eating all by myself.
Don't you have to attend that party too?
I'm not too fond of the upper brass.
Roger. Then, we'll stop by on our way back.
Sure.
According to the weather staff, the forecast will be fine.
Thanks.
Best of luck.
How about going to a village across the lake and having some tea?
The scenery is wonderful.
Fine, but I don't have much money on me.
No problem. I have some.
I made a lot of money from this drill.
Made money from a drill?
Right. The area where I was previously at is famous for its caviar.
So, I stacked my plane full of it and sold it over here.
I sure made a hefty profit from it!
Eh... that is... don't you call that smuggling?
In my squadron, they call it, "Transportation efficiency of goods via aircraft...
and correlated arbitrary and qualitative experimental findings."
I see...
Say, Wil.
Huh?
Wil, after you graduate...
After I graduate... and?
I-It sure is hot. I wonder if the heater is too strong?
Is it?
Listen, Wil.
That is... a-after you graduate, l-let's...
Geez, who said that the weather was going to be fine?
The weather around here is pretty rough.
In any case, this is quite serious.
What should we do?
Change of plans. Let's take shelter at a nearby village.
Major, preparations are ready.
Then, can I leave the rest up to you guys?
Huh?
I'm concerned that two of my friends might be stranded in this blizzard.
I'd like to search for them.
Roger.
Aerosun, huh. It's the first time I'm going to fly this.
With your skills, you'll master it in no time.
Major, take this with you just in case.
Huh?
No, I don't think guns are...
They say bears and wolves that don't hibernate stalk the area.
Okay.
Do you have a map, Major?
The terrain alongside of the border is intentionally misrepresented on these maps.
That aside, do you have any scratch paper I can write a memo on?
Will this flyer I received at the town suffice?
Yes.
Good. This will do.
I'm going to start the engine. Watch out for the propeller.
At least we can take it easy now.
Although the ladies are going to be disappointed.
Working with a hero sure is taxing.
Not that I know what he's thinking of.
I certainly don't want to be in his shoes.
Yeah, the poor man.
He's recognized everywhere he goes.
There's no way he can return to a normal life.
Are you sure there's a nearby village in this direction?
I think we've been traveling for quite a while.
The village!
It's a small village. As if it existed in isolation.
Excuse me.
My, what a rare event for guests to visit our remote village.
We were taking cover from the snowstorm.
Is there any place where we can have tea?
Sorry, but there aren't any such facilities in this village.
I think it's better for you to turn back before it gets dark.
It looks like the snow has subsided.
We're tired from driving through the blizzard, so we'd like to rest for a while.
I see... Then, you should go to the assembly hall right ahead of you.
You should be able to drink tea over there.
The assembly hall? Thank you, we'll head there.
Strangers. Two young ones.
A boy and a blond girl.
They're Roxche soldiers.
It looks like they got lost in the snowstorm and made their way here, but they look suspicious.
They're headed for the assembly hall. Over.
Roger. We're going there as well.
Tell the village leader about it.
Got it.
Your friend? No, we haven't seen anybody.
I see.
Sorry we couldn't be of any help.
Not at all. Thanks, I'll try the adjacent village.
Since this is a rural village, this is all I can serve.
But everyone enjoys the taste of it.
Thank you.
Thanks.
It's tea made from dried spring herbs.
I wonder if you will like it.
Sorry, I can't drink it hot.
Take your time and drink it.
Could this be the symbol of Ikstova's royal family?
My, you know well.
I studied about it before I came here.
Every member of the royal family has a symbol modeled after animals or plants...
...that the people of the nation took good care of.
That is the Queen Majesty's symbol of the grape...
His Majesty's symbol of the eagle.
And Her Highness' symbol of the twinflower.
Huh? The flowers of a twinflower should blossom in pairs.
Having only one means that...
Please take your time.
They are suspicious, indeed.
They even knew about the symbols.
Are they snooping about the village?
Perhaps they're only lost, but...
We'll know once we question them.
Where's Fi?
She went to pick wild plants.
Call Fi back, just in case, Commander.
Roger.
The symbol of the royal family, huh.
Huh? I thought this country didn't have a king?
Yeah, ten years ago, a fire broke out in the palace during the night,
taking the lives of the queen, the infant princess, and everyone else.
But later on, they found out that it wasn't just a fire.
Some of the bodies had gunshot wounds.
A coup d'état?
I don't know.
To this day, no one knows exactly what took place that night,
as the suspects were never caught.
Hmm...
Say, Wil. What are you going to do after you graduate?
Graduate? Hmm, I don't know.
Earn a scholarship and attend a university,
or go to the capital and take the federal exams.
The latter! The latter for sure!
The Federal University is much better.
You should study under the best possible terms!
I know that.
But there are issues such as money...
That is... I'm flying all over the place, but...
My place of residence is supposed to be at the capital where the headquarters are.
Huh?
I-It's hot, isn't it?
Your face is red. Do you have a fever?
I'm okay! I'm okay! I don't have a fever.
All right then.
I can request for a transfer to the troops stationed at the capital.
Besides, if I can rent a room with my salary...
...it would be nice to have someone take care of the house while I'm away on duty.
Not that I want somebody to do the housekeeping...
That is... I mean...
Say, Wil. Would you like to live with me... i-in the capital?
Hey, Wil! Why are you sleeping when I'm telling you something important!
Don't tell me... the tea was...
Tire tracks. They're still new.
Could it be that Allison went this way?
But there shouldn't be any villages around here...
It's quiet.
It's a pretty sight, and the air is fresh.
I'd certainly like to build a summer house around here and live in peace without being seen by anyone.
Hey, you! The one wearing the strange clothing!
What are you doing here?
You're a pretty one!
As I thought, this place is wonderful.
Who are you?
Huh?
What's so funny?
Sorry. It's been so long since someone asked me that question.
My name is Ker Benedict.
As you can see, a Sous-Beil soldier.
What kind of business does a soldier have over here?
If it's all right with you, how about drinking tea with me somewhere?
No, thank you.
I'm sure I can entertain you with funny stories.
I said, no thank you!
I'll give up on the idea of tea.
But, can you tell me the name of the village just ahead?
Since you're here, there's a village, right?
What is that piece of paper?
It's just a memo. I'm visiting all of the nearby villages in hopes of finding a friend.
Owen Nihito...
Take me to Kunst at once!
Wait a minute...
Take me to the capital of Ikstova now!
Fi! Where are you? Fi!
I'll be right there.
What is going on in this village?
What's to become of Allison and me?
What's with these villagers?
And that girl called Fiona is acting suspiciously.
You think so? She looks pretty to me.
No, she's suspicious!
But...
Wil!
Ouch... not again!