Superb Song of the Valkyries: Symphogear SVX

戦姫絶唱シンフォギアSVX

(Senki Zesshō Shinfogia SVX)

Chapter 7:- Your First

Theme song: 禁断のレジスタンス -Extended Mix- - Nana Mizuki

Ending Song: GUILTY - Nana Mizuki

Soran: If Kinji's machines were here, we won't have to risk our lives patrolling. Kohinata, so far so good or do you want to take a break? -Soran turned to Miku as he looked back at her and was concerned about her-

Miku: -She floated down from the nearby roof she was patrolling and stood next to Soran.- No, i'm good. We're not finding anything here though.

Hibiki: -She jumped down from another roof and walked towards them.- No fair Miku. How come your gear has flight powers and ours don't? We can use boosters and stuff, but we can't fly like you do unless we have X-Drive.

Miku: -She smiled and giggled while looking towards Hibiki.- I guess Shenshou Jing is a really unfair gear. You're all much stronger than me though. I might have a strong gear, but I can't use it as well as you guys use yours.

Soran: Tachibana, if you're tired or if your legs start to ache, just let me know. I'll see what I can do. So far so good, this was the last place we were at last night since we had to save Jin and Cadenzavna from all those Alca-Noise.

Hibiki: No, I'm fine. But I suppose because Miku can fly for as long as she wants, she can cover more ground than us.

Miku: Should we go back to searching?

Soran: Well if you say so, I was thinking of offering you flight. I'd carry you and we can search but since you're fine, I guess it's all right.

-The building in front of them exploded as the three would then look ahead and wonder what had happened until they saw a giant white mechanical beast that had a large sail on its back as it was walking alongside a few hundred Alca-Noise-

Soran: We need to call for backup. -He would put his hand on the communicator on his ear and tried to contact the others in the base for help but they were being jammed- Tch! Our coms jammed! We're on our own! Looks like Shan brought in a new toy.

Hibiki: -She immediately got into a stance while both her gauntlets formed into her rocket punch weapons.- We can take this loser.

Miku: -She started to float and her leg armor opened up, several mirrors sliding up to form her signature large circle mirror.- Keep it busy while I charge. It's a relic right? I can just erase it.

Soran: Don't bother with the charge. It may look like a relic but it's a weapon. Shan is cunning like Kinji and he rather watch people get killed by the hands of his soldiers than his own. Stay down, we don't know what this thing is capable of, what's worse is that it might be able to kill us, despite our strength. Kohinata, you're faster than Tachibana and I, I need you to return back to the base and get help.

Miku: W-What? You want me to leave you two here? I won't do it. What if something happens to you two?

Hibiki: We'll be fine Miku. We can't contact the others, so someone has to go and call for help. Only you can do this Miku. Time for your cheat powers to come in handy.

Miku: But Hibiki...

Hibiki: Everything will be okay, totally fine. So just go Miku.

Miku: -She suddenly got a bit teary, then her mirror retracted back into her armor as she turned around.- Promise me you won't leave me behind...

Hibiki: I won't leave you, even if it kills me.

Miku: You're being weird again...Take care you two. -She then flew up high and headed back towards the base as fast a she could.-

Soran: Tachibana, take care of the Noise. I'll handle the beast. -His gauntlets unlocked a small hatched on the sides as steam came out of the gauntlets as it was slowly transforming and turned his gauntlets into giant gorilla arms. As Soran was about to attack, he quickly looked back at Miku and jumped towards her quickly and grabbed her as the two then dropped down into one the buildings and a giant Noise kamikaze attacked the building they were in as the building exploded. After the explosion, Soran held Miku close to him as his head was bleeding slightly while Miku was unscathed- So much for attacking the beast..Kohinata, you all right?

-Hibiki was too busy with eliminating the Noise around her that she couldn't go to where Soran and Miku were.-

Miku: Oww...I think I hit my head... -She held her head a bit and looked down towards Soran since she was on top of him, then noticed that he was bleeding.- Y-You're hurt!

Soran: It's just a scratched, I'm more worried about you! Think you can handle this task on you're on? I can ask Tachibana to escort you there while I hold them off. -He tried to contact Hibiki through his communicator but it was still jammed- Tch!

Miku: No, i'll be fine. Please go help Hibiki. *She aimed her fan up towards the sky as some flying Alca-Noise swooped down to them, then she rapidly fired beams that destroyed them all.* I can handle myself, so please go to her.

Soran: Then you're coming with me. Your life is far more important than mine. -He said as he would then place one of his hands on his right leg as the gorilla arm then moved to his right leg and transformed into armed boots like Hibiki's. He would then princess carry Miku and jumped up high by using the force of his leg but as he jumped, he looked down and noticed that Hibiki was being cornered by the numbers of Alca-Noise- Tachibana!

Miku: -Her eyes widened when she saw Hibiki being swarmed by Alca-Noise.- Hibiki!

Hibiki: This is nothing! -She kept on punching the ones near her, then slammed her fist down on the ground, cracking it all around her and causing a wide area explosion of bright yellow energy, destroying nearly all the Noise near her.- Just dealing with Alca-Noise is a piece of cake.

Miku: -She would get off from Soran's arms and fly towards the airborne Noise.- Please help Hibiki, i'll deal with the ones in the air. *About a dozen small mirrors ejected from her leg armor and fired small beams at the Alca-Noise in her path.-

Soran: Don't get yourself killed. -He got down and smashed his foot onto the beast's head, destroying it completely with one shot. After he destroyed the beast, the Alca-Noise disappeared in thin air as Soran would then sigh in relief but he was then shot from the back by Shan- Ugh..-Soran fell to the ground from the destroyed beast as he was bleeding from the impact of the blast-

Shan: You left an opening to your death! -Hundreds to thousands of Alca-Noise appeared behind Shan as they slowly marched towards Soran and was about to finish him off-

Hibiki: -She was occupied with the Noise charging towards her that she couldn't go to help Soran after he was shot.- Shorty! Get up!

Miku: Soran! -At that moment she yelled his name, some of the Alca-Noise attacked and hit her quite hard and causing her to fall down to the ground next to him, making a loud crash and her mirrors getting shattered. She would then get up on her knees and see the thousands of Alca-Noise heading for them. With Soran down on the ground, she would stand between him and the Noise, engaging her large circle mirror and immediately firing a weaker blast at them, only destroying a few cause she didn't charge her attack.- Stay back! Don't come closer to us!

Soran: Kohinata... -Soran called out to Miku but was too weak to do anything. It was then Shan jumped right in front of Miku and intimidated her with his size and the mask on his gear as he would then look down on Miku-

Shan: You're new, aren't you? -Shan said to Miku as he would then chuckled evilly as he would then grab Miku's face with his hand and ignore her mirrors. As Shan grab hold of Miku, Soran got up quickly and punched Shan right in the stomach, causing him to fly back and hit the building behind Shan as Shan dropped Miku from being hit, Soran stood in front of Miku with a different sort of gear. He had the wings of devils on his back and his gauntlets transformed into two black swords and Soran's eyes were glowing bright red-

Soran: Keep your hands off of her!

Miku: *She'd slowly stand up after SHan had dropped her. She then looked towards Soran who looked very different and she immediately got worried.* S-Soran?

Hibiki: *She rushed towards Miku and Soran after clearing out the Alca-Noise in her area, then saw how he looked.* W-What? Maria-san said not to use that power!

Miku: W-What power?

-Soran started twitching and flinching as his devil tail was slowly splitting into two parts as he would then absorb his two swords and his hands became sharp finger claws. Soran then screamed in pain as he was suffering from using his Dark Side, he would then glare at Shan and charged towards Shan as Shan did the same and attacked Soran. The two then hit each other right on the head as they locked onto each other's arms and were having a face off to see who would win-

Shan: Haha! You must really think that power of yours could defeat me! If only that was true! -He raised his tail and was about to stab Soran's head with it but Soran moved his wings and flew up into the sky as he would then drop Shan on the ground but before Shan hit the ground, he fired beams of light from his tail and hit Soran's body directly, causing him to fall as well-

Miku: -She watched in horror at how Soran was fighting brutally all of the sudden, putting her hands over her mouth in disbelief.-That's...that's not Soran...

Hibiki: How are we even supposed to help the short guy? If we go in there, he could attack us too.

Miku: It's like he's gone berserk...

-Soran had passed out on the ground as he was bleeding from Shan's and the Alca-Noise's attack. He would slowly and weakly stretched his arm out to the girls in front of him-

-Both girls immediately ran towards Soran and went down to hold his hands.-

Hibiki: What were you doing? Everyone kept telling you not to use that power.

Miku: I-It's my fault...it's because of me this happened...

Soran: Go.. You both...Must go.. -He said to the girls softly as blood was coming out from his mouth and was in great pain, he held the girls' hands as he would then look up at them with a passionate smile on his face- I'll...Handle the situation..On..My own..

Hibiki: There's no way we're leaving you here like this! Don't be an idiot like Chris-chan's hubby.

Miku: That's right. We won't leave you to die here. -She then got up and face Shan who was in a pile of rubble ahead of them.-

Hibiki: Miku? What the heck are you planning?

Miku: I'll get rid of him here and now. I'm the only one with the power to do it. -She would then fly up in the air as her large circle mirror formed again, but this time, a much larger one as she sang Waikyou Shenhou Jing, her energy starting to charge as her mirror glowed bright purple.-

-As Miku was charging up her blast, a powerful bright shot was fired from Shan's position as there was smoke dust hiding Shan behind the smoke. As the shot was about to hit Miku, Soran reacted quickly as he would then pet Hibiki's head lightly with a smile on his face and jumped up high and took the blast directly and saved Miku-

Soran: Ah! -From getting shot, he coughed out blood and was bleeding even more so as he was flying in front of Miku- Y- You all right..?

Miku: -Her eyes widened when Soran took the blast intended for her and started to bleed.- W-Why did you do that? I could've deflected that attack! WHy do you keep putting yourself in harm's way like that?

Soran: Because...Keeping you alive and unhurt..Is my objective... -Another shot was then fired at Soran as Shan did not stop firing at him-

Shan: These male users are harder to take down than I thought! -He would then charge up one powerful shot and fired at Soran once more but Soran took the hit as the armor on his back has disintegrated and was exposing his back that was bleeding and had a large part of the skin on his back turn off from the blast-

Hibiki: -She jumped up and had her gauntlet extended, then went in between Soran and Shan's blast, blocking it with her gauntlet.- Stop being such a martyr! There's no point if you die! -Her boosters then activated and she dashed towards Shan, easily deflecting his attack as she did so.-

Miku: -Her mirrors folded back into her armor and she'd hold Soran close.- Just stop it...please. I don't want to be the reason people will get hurt...or die...

Soran: -As he was in Miku's arms, he was taking deep breaths but his breathing was slow and his heartbeat was slowly dropping it's rate, he would then softly speak out to the girls- I..Was never happy about my life..I hated being alone although I have been alone for years..I just..I just want to disappear..

Miku: We're all here for you now. You don't have to be alone.

Hibiki: -She yelled while charging towards Shan, then landed a heavy blow on him, destroying the area around them.- That's right! We're all friends here, even though everyone argues with each other a lot. We're here for each other.

Miku: So stop fighting like this. It's just too sad.

-Shan took the hit but he was unscathed. His eyes glowed bright green as he glared at Hibiki and slowly walked towards her with the sound of his heavy metallic footsteps-

Shan: Gungnir..Perhaps a good weapon for my experimentation..

Soran: I just..Can't forget.. -His vision was getting blurry and red as blood was coming down from his head and was covering his eyes- Thank..You...Hibiki...Miku.. -Soran then went unconscious in Miku's arms as his gear then disappeared, thus exposing his torn clothes with the extreme flesh wounds exposed-

Hibiki: W-What? What do you mean "experimentation"? -She stepped back a bit as Shan walked towards her.- Stay back you creep!

Miku: Hibiki? -She looked towards Hibiki who was trying to keep distance from Shan.-

-Suddenly, a large, bright blue energy blast came down on Shan and the song Senritsu Sorority could be heard as Maria, Kirika and Shirabe arrived, Maria's armed gear in the form of a large cannon with glowing energy panels on the back.-

Hibiki: Maria-san!

Maria: We made it in time.

-Both Kirika and Shirabe charged towards Shan with their armed gears drawn while continuing to sing the same song.-

Miku: Be careful everyone. He just took a direct hit from Hibiki ad didn't even get scratched.

Shan: -As he got shot by Maria's blast, he was hurt slightly and was starting to move slowly but as both Shirabe and Kirika charged towards him, he immediately stopped moving and did nothing as he just looked down at his feet as he was getting attacked by the two but not a single attack could scratch him- 6 Users here at the same time..This must be fate..

Tsubasa: Make that seven! -A gigantic version of her sword then dropped down onto Shan, Kirika and Shirabe immediately jumping back to avoid it.-

Hibiki: Even Tsubasa-san is here?

Maria: Even with communications jammed, HQ was still able to detect the Alca-Noise signals. Don't underestimate our comrades.

Shirabe: And we all had that gut feeling the others were in trouble.

Kirika: So we rushed here as fast as we could desu!

Hibiki: See that shorty? I told you friends look out for each other.

Miku: Hibiki, he's unconscious though. He can't hear you. -She just sat there while holding Soran close.- If only Ayumu-san was here. He could tend to his injuries.

Ayumu: Got it! Looks like I barely made it! I'm sorry but I had to take the long way, there was a huge traffic and I can't fly. Miku-san! Bring him down to me and I'll see what I can do from here! -Ayumu yelled out to Miku from below-

-A giant gold scorpion flew up into the sky from the ground that Tsubasa had dropped her sword on. The Scorpion landed right next to both Kirika and Shirabe but it would then quickly get up on it's 8 limbs and faced Shan's direction-

Kinji: T-That was close!

-Shan was walking up the large hole that was made by both Kinji and Tsubasa as he was holding onto Tsubasa's sword and destroyed it with one hand-

Kinji: He's still alive after that?!

Ayumu: I guess he wasn't kidding when he called himself a God..

Shan: That was surprisingly painful but it was not painful enough to kill me..Heavenrend, Heracles..

Kinji: Call us by our names! Not by our relics! You're just being rude!

Miku: -She carried Soran as best as she could and headed to where Ayumu was so he could get treated.-

Hibiki: -She got into a stance again after hearing Shan was still alive after all the attacks he took.- Hey, where's Chris-chan?

Tsubasa: Still recovering. She can't fight in her current condition.

Elfnein: So i'll take her place in the meantime. -She said up in the air as four elemental glyphs formed around her and fired a blast of the four elements towards Shan down in the large hole.-

Maria: I guess it's a good thing the Faust Robe of Daudabla doesn't rely on memory combustion in Elfnein's hands.

Kirika: Cool desu!

Elfnein: The only drawback is that I can't use its full potential without memory combustion. I'll have to find a different way to supply power to it, but that's for some other time.

-After the Elfnein had shot the blast at Shan, he would then rise from the ground once more as he was slightly damaged. Shan would then teleport right in front of Elfnein as he would then grab her and threw her down with all of his might, causing her to smash directly into the rubble. It was then Shan fired multiple beams from his back and tail and started hitting barrages at everyone except Ayumu, Miku and Soran as the three of them were further away from the battle-

Shan: A little magic can't kill me! You'd need another god to kill me if you have a chance.

Ayumu: This isn't good.. -He said as he was checking Soran's wounds.- He won't live long like this.. H- He needs a transfusion! It'll take too long to send him back to the base for an operation, I need someone with stable energy to transfer into his body and let his gear heal his wounds for him...

Elfnein: -She would slowly get up once Shan's attacks finished, her robe a bit torn due to the damage.- If only I can be as strong as Carol...

Maria: Don't give up! He hasn't beaten us yet!

Miku: No...this can't be... -She then looked towards the battle, seeing everyone get attacked by Shan. She then looked towards Ayumu with determination in her eyes.- Use me then. I'm the only one who can do so. Everyone is trying their best to fight.

Ayumu: A-Are you sure? You might even die because you lack the energy right now.. We need to ask someone else.. -He then looked at the battlefield and saw Hibiki- H-Hibiki-san! -He called out to Hibiki loudly from afar-

Kinji: Everyone, we need to shoot him down! His melee attacks are more stronger than his range attacks! Just keep firing with your range attacks! -Kinji said as he used the weapons on his scorpion and fired all of its armaments at Shan as he was in the air, taking all the shots directly-

Hibiki: -She was unable to hear Ayumu since she was too busy trying to avoid Shan's attacks.- If only Chris-chan was here. She'd be perfect for this.

Maria: Stop complaining and fight! -She put her sword into her gauntlet, the blade extending out to form her cannon as well as large panels on the back, then she fired her Horizon + Cannon towards Shan.-

Elfnein: -She went up in the air to fire her elemental blast again, while shooting out her strings at the same time to bind Shan.-

-Tsubasa, Shirabe and Kirika just shot at him with their own ranged attacks, throwing countless bladed projectiles at him.-

Miku: I'll be fine. Just do what you have to Ayumu-san. I can't be a burden to everyone fighting there.

Ayumu: I cannot confirm the safety of the two of you! You both might die because of the type difference! He's dark based and you're light based! If they were to counter against each other, it'll corrupt your body from the inside and eat you alive from the inside! The reason why I called Hibiki-san because of her massive amount of energy is good for him and she's both light and dark based! -He then looked to the battlefield once more and saw that Shan was being shot by multiple attacks from the others- Our coms are jammed and I can't contact them! God, I don't know what to do!

-After the users stopped firing at Shan, he was still flying up in the sky as he had explosion marks on him but was not entirely injured-

Shan: Such pathetic attacks- -Before Shan could finish his sentence, he was shot by a really powerfully fire blast from behind as Shan then fell to the ground and hit the rubble, the others turned to the attention to the shot that was fired and saw a man with dark blue hair and blue eyes with a Japanese steel armored Symphogear that had rosaries on the side of his legs and were moving around like they were alive as the user had a black mirror on his back that had flames surrounding it and the user was holding onto a large blue sword-

Kinji: J...Jin-san?!

Jin: Sorry I'm late! It took me awhile to get used to this!

Kinji: Took you long enough to put that on!

Jin: Competed relics are tougher than I thought. A-Anyway! Hibiki! Head to where Ayumu and Miku are now! I'll take your spot from here! You don't have any projectile attacks anyway! -He would then glare down at Shan as he fired his rosary beads at Shan, causing large number of massive explosions-

Kinji: Well Damn..I guess that's the power of a completed relic, huh?

Kirika: Now we've got a chance at beating this guy desu!

Hibiki: Well if you insist then. Take care everyone. -She used her boosters to dash towards Miku and Ayumu.-

Maria: Don't stop attacking him! He's damaged. -She fired her cannon again, one shot after another and overheating her weapon until it exploded.- Damn it!

Elfnein: Maria stand back for now please.

Tsubasa: -She jumped into the air and dropped another gigantic sword on Shan, followed up by her hundreds of small swords.-

Ayumu: Hibiki-san! -As Hibiki arrived to Miku and Ayumu. Ayumu quickly pulled Hibiki to Soran- Kiss him! Miku-san, hold him down!

Kinji: Hehe! Guardian rush! -He summoned a large swarm of bots from the ground as they slowly marched towards Shan and rapidly fired their rifles and rocket launchers at Shan without stopping-

Jin: -He jumped next to Maria and placed his hand on her shoulder and he was transferring his energy over to her as her cannon was regenerating- Take aim, we'll fire together and win this!

Hibiki: Roger...Eh?! What?! Kiss him?!

Miku: -Her eyes widened and she'd blush heavily as she heard his command.- I-Is that necessary? C-Can't she do something else?

Maria: -She nodded and took aim as her cannon regenerated and she started to charge it up for a more powerful attack.- You should've come sooner, you idiot. How long were you planning to make us wait?

Ayumu: I mean CPR. Your breath will transmit the same thermal energy from your Gungnir to his relic and it'll give it enough energy to heal his wounds! Miku-san has to hold him down because he'll suffer from the transfer because your energy is really strong, so please! I beg of you or he'll die! Literally!

Jin: My apologies for being late. -He said as he would give a quick peck on Maria's cheek- Long enough to make you miss me~?

Hibiki: Eh? But...but...

Miku: -She looked towards Soran, then back at Hibiki.- Do it Hibiki. Either you suck it up so he lives, or stand and he dies.

Maria: -She blushed slightly due to being kissed on the cheek.- N-Not right now you idiot...

Shirabe: -She just stayed quiet after seeing Jin kiss Maria, then continue to launch her barrage of mini buzz saws.-

Ayumu: You must decide now, Hibiki-san! I was unable to save the lives of thousands in the past and I've hated myself ever since! Don't do something that you're gonna regret doing!

-After Maria had fired the shot. Jin stepped aside and jumped down to Shan as everyone would then stopped firing. Shan got up from the dust of the blasts and stared at Jin as Jin would stare back at him and changed all of his weapons around him into rosary beads-

Jin: Let's see if I can get any information out of you!

Shan: Try me!

-Jin then shot all of his rosaries at Shan like a whip as the rosaries wrapped themselves around Shan's limbs and started shocking him, causing Shan to suffer great pain-

Kinji: Exorcism and purification, huh? That's one hell of a combo! Everyone! Get back, I bet there's gonna be one huge explosion!

Jin: -He changed the rosaries on his right arm into a seven-pointed red Glaive with six points on the side of Seven Strike move along the edge like flames. He would then pull Shan closer to him as Shan was unable to fight back from being shocked, Jin would then raise the glaive up high as it started to glow bright purple, as Shan got close to Jin, Jin would then slash at Shan once, creating a large explosion in between the two, Shan flew back as he then hit the wall behind him, he'd slowly get up and disappear in thin-air as he bled during the fight while Jin just stood in the center of the smoke with a confident smile on his face- Looks like victory is ours.

Kinji: Yeaahh!

Maria: -She sighed in relief and sat down on the ground, breathing heavily.- Finally...

Kirika: Maria seems tired desu.

Shirabe: Hmmmm. -She just looked towards the crater where they had beaten Shan.-

Kirika: Shirabe? Something wrong?

Shirabe: It's nothing. Let's go back then?

Tsubasa: The short guy is still in bad shape down there, let's wait for them.

Hibiki: -She blushed heavily while thinking, but then got down to Soran and held his cheeks.- I'd rather be embarrassed for a long time than blame myself for him dying. -She then leaned down, closed her eyes and landed a kiss on Soran.s lips.-

Miku: -She looked away and just held his legs down tightly.-

-Soran's eyes widened as he would then grip onto the ground tightly as he was twitching and was rampaging slightly as Hibiki kissed him, his wounds were healing quickly-

Ayumu: Amazing.. That must be one passionate kiss if it can heal his wounds in less than a minute.

-Soran then stopped twitching and was back to normal as he was also fully awake, he then noticed that Hibiki was kissing him still as he would blush madly and panic a little-

Ayumu: Ah yes, I forgot to mention that the cheek would have been enough as long as your skin touches his. My bad.

-Jin was exercising himself with his new gear as he seemed really energetic and hyper active with it-

Kinji: How's the completed relic? I assume you like it?

Jin: Like it? It doesn't take a toll out of me and it's much stronger than Diablos! I love it! Although I do have one problem.

Kinji: What?

Jin: -He'd then sigh in slight depression- I have to learn new sword moves...

Kinji: Ah don't worry about that! I'm sure Tsubasa-chan and Maria-san would be happy to teach ya! Maybe mostly Maria-san though.

Jin: Really? I don't know..I mean these are Japanese swords though, maybe Japanese arts might be better.

Kinji: You can ask the blue haired chick~ -He said as he pointed at Tsubasa- She will "love" to teach ya~ Trust me.

Jin: Tsubasa? -He would then look at Tsubasa and then Maria but then turn back to Tsubasa and back to Maria once more- Can I?

Tsubasa: Well Maria and I fight differently even with similar weapons, though I admit she's much more adept at long range than I am.

Maria: Don't worry, we'll both teach you since you can use ranged weapons as well.

Shirabe: They seem to be having fun.

Kirika: Seriously, what's with you all of the sudden Shirabe?

Shirabe: It's really nothing Kiri-chan, don't worry.

Hibiki: -Her eyes widened when Ayumu said just touching Soran's cheeks would be fine. She then quickly got off him and tumbled backwards, falling down on her butt.- W-W-What did I just do?

Miku: -She just giggled and sat back while smiling.- At least he's alright now.

Soran: W-What the hell was that for?!

Ayumu: Oh yeah, that was his first kiss from a girl.

Soran: Ayumu! Shut the hell up! -He was covering his mouth as he was blushing madly and was stuttering-

Ayumu: Ahaha! He's getting nervous, Hibiki-san, isn't that adorable..? -He turned to Hibiki and saw that she was just as nervous as Soran is- Ah..I guess that was your first kiss too, huh? But hey, maybe you two date or something? Like with Kinji and Chris-san~

Soran: What?! D-D-Dating?! W-What makes you think we'll date?!

Ayumu: Well to sum up...You two are alike, you like each other and you understand each other so why not?

Soran: You're not making sense!

Ayumu: Haha~ Since she took your first kiss, how about something greater than that?

Soran: Greater than a kiss?

Ayumu: Se-

Soran: I got it! Don't say it! And I won't do it!

Ayumu: Really now?

Soran: I...I.. -He would then look at Hibiki as he would then blush madly and quickly look away from her- T-This has nothing to do with you, Ayumu!

Ayumu: You owe her your life, she saved you from death itself~

Soran: W-Well..That's...

Ayumu: I know you've been depressed for years already and you've always wanted to kill yourself but she can be the purpose for you to stay alive.

Soran: But that's... -He would then turn back to Hibiki and look at her as he was blushing-

Jin: -He was walking around in a circle as he was enjoying his new armor- Haha! It's so light!

Kinji: You're like a kid now, haha!

Hibiki: -She just remained there, blushing heavily and keeping quiet while covering her mouth with her gauntlet.-

Miku: I guess it was too much for her. I never knew Hibiki could get this embarrassed before, and we've been together since childhood.

Maria: Yeah, he's like a kid that got a new toy. Someone this grown up acting like a little boy, it's so weird.

Shirabe: Hmmmm.

Kirika: Oh I give up desu.

Shirabe: I keep telling you i'm fine Kiri-chan.

Soran: Oh? -He would then slowly crawl up to Hibiki- Hibiki~?

Ayumu: First name basis? When did you two get so close?

Jin: Aw come on, Maria~ You'll love it if you could try it~ Compare to incomplete relics, this thing is smooth! -He stretched out his arms as 5 mirrors appeared above his head, 2 swords appeared right under each of his arm and his whole body was circled around 5 types of colourful beads-

Kinji: Oho? 14 weapons, huh? All them have their own element and nature too~ This is like Elf-chan's weapons but a little more powerful. I guess it makes sense on why it worked so well on Shan.

Jin: What do you mean?

Kinji: These weapons are used by Casters, Mages, Wizards, Witches, Alchemists and Exorcists~ These are anti-demon weapons~ They can kill spirits and anything related to them~ Shan's a spirit, which explains why he ran after you attacked him. Where as us, we could only give him scratches no matter how hard we hit him~ Ain't that right, Shirabe-chan, Kirika-chan~? -Kinji said their names as he would then look over to the two but noticed that Shirabe was staring at Maria and Jin- Oh?

Hibiki: Ah...ah...Don't move so close! -She suddenly kicked Soran away from her, then got up and ran away due to the embarrassment.-

Miku: -She giggled again and just went to help Soran get up after he was kicked.- She doesn't mean any harm though.

Maria: -She'd look towards Shirabe who had a blank expression while looking at her and Jin.- Shirabe? What's wrong?

Kirika: I keep asking her that desu!

Shirabe: -She then turned around from everyone.- Just leave me alone. I'm fine. -The wheels in her boots started to spin as she headed back to base on her own.-

Maria: That's not what the reaction of someone that's fine should be.

Soran: Thanks a-and I know.. I've met a few girls like her in the past. The would always act the same way as she did whenever I'd try to get close to them..

Ayumu: Fan girls?

Soran: Ugh! Can you keep your mouth shut?

Ayumu: No.

Jin: Should I go and talk to her?

Kinji: Hehe~ Nah~ Leave her be for now~ I'm sure she has her own problems that she doesn't want others to find out~ You know~ Girls around her age~

Jin: What?

Kinji: Puberty, dude. Learn it.

Jin: Oh. OH! I-I guess I should leave her alone then..

Kinji: But if it's something girly, perhaps Kirika-chan or Hibiki-chan could talk to her?

Jin: Shouldn't it be Maria and Kirika? Why Hibiki?

Kinji: Maria-san would just piss her off~

Jin: Eh? W-Why?!

Kinji: So many reasons, no time to explain them all~ Anyway~ Let's get back to the base, I miss Chris-chan already~

Jin: R-Right.. Let's go, Maria, Tsubasa~ Elfnein, go get the other 4! We're gonna have lunch!

Kinji: Lunch?! -He would then think about what Chris would want to eat- ... Yeah okay!

Elfnein: I'll go fetch those in the back. Who knows what might be happening with- -Before she could finish her sentence, Hibiki came running right in the middle of them and just kept on running.- Uhmm...I guess something happened?

Tsubasa: Tachibana never acted like that before.

Maria: -She smiled and just giggled at Tsubasa.- I think it's obvious.

Tsubasa: Really? What is it then?

Maria: Oh, I don't know if a strict sword like you would understand.

Kinji: I bet it was that hotshot shorty who did this to her. That bastard made a girl get embarrassed!

-Before Elfnein could get the others at the back, Soran, Ayumu and Miku were chasing Hibiki and weren't far from her-

Ayumu: Ah...T-This is getting really tiring.. -He was slowing down behind the other two as Miku was hovering on the ground as Soran was running after Hibiki-

Soran: Wha-?! Hibiki! Hold up for a moment, will you?!

Kinji: F-First name basis?!

Jin: Ah youth, isn't that nice?

Kinji: He's just 2 years younger than you, stop trying to sound like you're ancient.

Jin: Buu~

Miku: Hibiki come on, it was just a kiss! -She kept on following Hibiki, trying to keep up with her even though she should be able to overtake her easily.-

Tsubasa: Huh? A kiss?

Kirika: -She gasped and her eyes widened.-DEEEEEAAAAATTTTHHHHHH!

Maria: *Her eyes widened as well and she'd blush.* Wait...for real? That tomboy just...

Elfnein: I can't quite understand what's going on, but I suppose everyone is alright then.

-The group would then return back to the base to rest, as everyone else was with Chris and was celebrating for defeating Shan, Shirabe on the other hand was gone and was not with the group. Kinji as well was not with the group but was looking for Shirabe instead, as he looked at his watch's monitor, he then saw Shirabe was on the rooftop on the base as Kinji would then head up there. As he reached to the top, he'd open the door and walk up to Shirabe-

Kinji: What seems to be the problem, princess?

Shirabe: -She was sitting down while hugging her knees, her eyes looking out straight into the horizon as the sun started to set. She then turned her gaze to Kinji as he spoke to her.- It's nothing. I keep telling you all that's it's nothing.

Kinji: Is that so? Because you wouldn't be here all alone if it was nothing~ Everyone's with Chris-chan and they're celebrating their victory for beating Shan. I'm sure you're happy that we won but something more important than that is on your mind~ If you need an ear, I'll be that ear for ya, now what seems to be the problem, Shirabe-chan? I'll do whatever I can to help~

Shirabe: -As Kinji kept on insisting she tell him what's wrong, she just remained silent and pressed her face on her knees.- Just leave me alone already...I said i'm fine. Chris-senpai is still injured...so just look after her.

Kinji: -He'd then sigh as he would then scratch the back of his head- Fine, be that way. This is one of the reasons why Jin-san can't save you, because you wouldn't even open up a little, not even to him. -He said as he walked away and went back to the others-

Shirabe: -Once Kinji left, she'd start to cry while still hugging her legs, getting her tights and skirt a bit wet due to her tears.-

-After Kinji had returned back to Chris's room, Maria and Jin were talking to each other while Hibiki was watching Soran from a distance as Miku watched Hibiki-

Kinji: What did I miss?

Soran: You missed Ayumu confessing to Elfnein..And Elfnein confessing to him too.

Kinji: What?! Oh my, god! No way!

Ayumu: Yes way!

Kinji: You're getting married! Ahaha!

Ayumu: Not even close.

Chris: Yeah, I can't believe it myself. Who knew the big guy was into little girls?

Maria: It was kinda the expected result, honestly. Those two were spending so much time together.

Elfnein: Ah...well...we just shared a lot of similarities...we just sort of ended up...agreeing on a lot of things.

Jin: Ayumu?

Ayumu: Yes?

Jin: Do anything lewd to her at this age, I'll call the cops on you.

Ayumu: Eh?!

Kinji: Hahaha! Lolicon~ Pedophile~ Lolicon desu! -Kinji laughed out loud as Ayumu got embarrassed. From what Jin had said, Soran would smile softly as he chuckled quietly and from the sight of Soran's little smile and laugh, Hibiki would stare at him even more so as she found him to be cute when he smiles-

Kinji: Oho~? Hibiki-chan? How are things going on with you and Soran, hmm~?

Soran: E-eh? U-Um...Uh..N-Nothing! Nothing at all, r-right, Miku? H-Hibiki?

Kinji: I still can't get used to you calling them by their first names..

Soran: S-Shut up! I'll call them whatever I want!

Tsubasa: Yeah. He only calls those two by their first names, as well as the guys.

Maria: Seriously, you can drop the Cadenzavna. I'm certain my first name is easier to say that that.

Chris: Same here. Though I like the feeling of being called by my surname, from a younger person that is.

Kirika: Senpai desu!

Hibiki: -As the topic then turned towards her and Miku, she looked away as she blushed after looking at Soran.- Yeah...nothing at all.

Miku: You two kissed. That's hardly nothing.

Kinji: Was it a French kiss?

Soran: N-No it wasn't!

Kinji: Who initiated it first?

Ayumu: Hibiki did.

Jin: Oh my~ I didn't think Hibiki would that aggressive towards Soran~

Kinji: Will you look at that? Even the boss is surprised~ Besides, when you say kiss, I'd always thought that it'd be Miku-chan who'd kiss Soran or something.

Soran: Why Miku?

Kinji: She suits you because she's feminine?

Soran: Are you saying that Hibiki isn't feminine? -He asked Kinji as he gave him an intense look on his face-

Ayumu: You just made him angry..

Jin: Good luck, Kinji.

Kinji: T-That's not what I meant! What I'm trying to say is that I thought Miku-chan was your type of girl.

Soran: So you're saying Hibiki can't be my type?

Kinji: Wait..What?

Hibiki: *She blushed even more after hearing Soran's later reply.* W-What?

Miku: *She'd pout after being compared.* Geez you guys. It's like I shouldn't be like by other boys.

Maria: *Hearing Miku's short rant, she'd giggle and smile towards her.* Someone's jealous it seems.

Miku: Eh? Ah...well...it's not like that...

Chris: I heard the idiot here ran away after that.

Tsubasa: Yeah, she was even running faster than Kohinata, which should be impossible.

Soran: Hibiki? You all right?

Kinji: Now he's concerned about Hibiki-chan. What about Miku-chan? Why don't you give her a little love as well?

Soran: W-What are you saying? -He would blush a little as he'd look over the two-

Ayumu: Miku-san was hugging Soran so tightly that it made it look like she didn't want to let him go.

-Soran would then blush madly-

Jin: That's one nice harem.

Soran: S-Shut up!

Miku: -She them blushed and looked away as well after what Ayumu said.-

Hibiki: You're all just teasing us. Why don't you target Chris-chan instead?

Chris: Don't shift the gaze on me, dumbass. I can still kill you even if i'm like this.

Maria: Heh, it sure has been a while since we last relaxed like this.

Tsubasa: You'll jinx us Maria. You're gonna make the alarm go off.

-The alarm then went off, making everyone cautious-

Jin: Oh! You totally jinxed us..

-The alarm then deactivated and everyone was then confused-

Kinji: Haha! My bad, I accidentally pressed the "We're being attacked" button on my watch~ anyway! What about you two, hmm? Isn't there something that you both would like to tell us~? -Kinji smug as he would then look at Jin and Maria-

Ayumu: And also, are you two officially gonna date or are you still deciding? -Ayumu asked Miku, Hibiki and Soran-

Maria: Ah...well... -She looked to the side as she started blushing slightly.- No? There's nothing to tell.

Kirika: Maria's denying it desu!

Hibiki: W-What's to decide? Just cause I kissed him...doesn't mean i'd d-d-da...

Miku: Y-Yeah...we just hapoen...to...be there when he needed us...Just coincidence...

Chris: Stop denying it already, you dumbasses. We already know.

Kinji: C'mon Maria-san~ Just say it, we all know what he said to you the other night~

Ayumu: So you wouldn't date Soran? Why not? He's dependable, smart, strong, trustworthy and kind.

Soran:...

Jin: We all know for fact that Soran is the most trustworthy. He never lies or break promises.

Ayumu: Yup. If he says he'll keep you safe, he means it. Am I right, Miku-san? -He would then look at Miku to remind her that Soran had promised her to keep her safe from anything and he did-

Miku: Y-Yeah...he promised me that...He'd always jump in front of me to take the attack himself, even though I could've fought back easily.

Hibiki: He doesn't do that for me though. Snotty little devil.

Maria: Well...I know you all heard it...but...I didn't really answer him back after that...

Chris: You what?!

Maria: Don't yell at me! How about you then? Why aren't you and him dating?

Chris: That's...That's out of the question. We're asking you, not me.

Kinji: Chris-chan and I would be dating soon~

Jin: She didn't say anything but she answered with her lips~

Ayumu: Aww~ Isn't that sweet? Where did she kiss you?

Jin: Forehead.

Kinji: That's unrealistic, coming from Maria-san. Why didn't you miss him on the lips?! And you two girls! I know one of you likes him! -Kinji said and pointed at Soran who was being awfully quiet- Don't keep him hanging!

Soran:...

Chris: *She suddenly grabbed Kinji by the collar and glared at him.* You wanna die right now?

Tsubasa: That basically means it's a yes, in Yukine's case.

Chris: Ah...s-shut up!

Hibiki: I didn't say anything like that. It was just in the heat of the moment. I really thought he was gonna die if I didn't do that!

Miku: You looked like you were enjoying it though.

Maria: Maybe they both like him? They'd be rivals if that happened.

Kinji: I love you too, Chris-chan~

Soran: Is that so? Then maybe I should've died. I never liked myself anyway.. -Soran then turned and walked out of the room as he seemed frustrated-

Ayumu: Oh no..

Jin: He's getting emotional again..

Hibiki: H-Hey...I didn't mean it to be...

Miku: -She followed Soran as he went outside.-

Maria: Seems she's more eager to push things. You should learn from her, Hibiki.

Chris: I didn't expect that guy to be this emotional though.

Jin: He's like you, Chris. Tough on the outside, soft on the inside but he's more strict than you and is more kinder. He doesn't get angry as fast as you as well.

Kinji: Hibiki-chan..Do you know Soran's past? Or any of you girls?

Hibiki: Well, not really. All I know is that he's been living by himself for a long time. Miku told me that.

Tsubasa: Kohinata huh?

Maria: I'd say she has the edge over you when it comes to knowing the guy more. Though, you did kiss him.

Hibiki: L-Like i said...it was just...

Kinji: Have you considered molesting him?

-Jin chuckled from what Kinji asked-

Jin: He has this thing going on..He's suffering from depression. Anything that sounds bad and sad will get him depressed easily and he has tried to kill himself many times already.

Ayumu: I've calculated..Over nearly 50 times from the past 5 years. He tried hanging, stabbing, drowning and even through medical overdose.

Jin: We saved him during those times and he would always thank us with a sad smile on his face. He hates being along but is afraid of communicating with others, even kids. Which is why he's always alone.

Hibiki: W-What? M-M-Molest? No way! That sounds more like what Maria-san would do!

Maria: Hey! Do I seem like the kind of person to do that?

Hibiki: Maybe?

Tsubasa: Sounds like the guy has issues then. And Tachibana here just said stuff she shouldn't.

Kinji: Let's just hope that Miku-chan could cheer him up. He's a tough nut to crack.

-Outside of the room, Soran was walking down the hallway and was being followed by Miku-

Soran: What do you want..?

Miku: Ah...well...I just wanted to apologize for what Hibiki said back there. She didn't mean anything bad about it, i'm sure.

Soran: Oh that. Don't worry..I'm used to rejections like that..

Miku: Eh? Rejection? So you really do like Hibiki then. Huh?

Soran: I never said I liked her. I just thought...She would see me...As a friend that she could open up to.. -He looked down slightly as he would then clench his hands into fists but would then quickly out his hands in his pocket and continued walking ahead-

Miku: -She kept on following him as he walked.- I think she does see you like that. She just doesn't know the right words to say most of the time.

Soran: I'm not even sure anymore and why are you even following me?

Miku: Well...cause I promised myself that i'd repay you somehow, for the times you saved me. I want to help cheer you up.

Soran: Is that so? You're a smart girl, aren't you? Do tell what you propose to do for me.

Miku: Geez, you don't have to be so sour to me. I haven't thought if a way yet, so I wanted to ask what you might want.

Soran: You being alive is enough to satisfy me. Besides, the only thing I want is to see you and everyone else safe. That's all I ask for.

Miku: That can't be the only thing you really want. Everyone wants something. Just tell me something.

Soran:..-He'd stop walking as he would then turn to Miku and walk up to her and look at her closely- Smile for me.

Miku: A simple enough request. -She'd nod and then smile towards him, like she usually does to everyone.- Like this?

Soran: -He'd smile back at her lightly as he would pat her head lightly and put his forehead on hers as he would then close his eyes with a smile on his face- My mother would always do this to me whenever I get depressed when I was a child and when she was still around..

Miku: I-I see. So your mother is gone. -She would move her hand to the back of his head and gently pat him as well.- No wonder you always feel alone.

Soran: That's only part of why I hate being alone..

Miku: What's the other reason then? Is it cause of your strict personality?

Soran: I'm strict because I was influenced by my deceased grandfather. He was strict to me all the time.

Miku: He's not here anymore. You can't let him keep influencing you. You should try to be more open too. I'm sure Hibiki would understand you more if you did that.

Soran: It's harder than you think.. I'm not used to hanging around groups of people like awhile ago with Jin and the others.. I just don't know what to do anymore..

Miku: -She'd smile at him again and move her hands to hold his.- Then you better get started. You have a lot of friends here now. You can't just stay away from everyone all the time.

Soran: But I.. -He'd blush slightly as she held his hands- Well...If you say so. -He'd then look at her with an innocent and passionate smile on his face as he was still blushing slightly-

Miku: -She smiled back at him, then softly giggle.- Let's go back then? I bet they're worrying about you.

Soran: R-Right.. Of course. -The two would then return back to the others as Miku lead Soran-

Miku: -She opened the door and walked back inside with Soran.- We're back everyone.

Kinji: Welcome back~ How did the kiss go between you two?

Soran: We didn't kiss, we just had a little talk.

Kinji: About the kiss or..?

Soran: This has nothing to do with the kiss!

Kinji: Buu~ Anyway~ Hibiki-chan, tell him.

Soran: Tell me what?

Miku: Yeah. What're you gonna tell him Hibiki? Is it about what you said earlier?

Kinji: She missed him~

Hibiki: That's not what I said...It's just...I might have said stuff I shouldn't and I don't even know you much...I just said I want to know you more.

-Soran's eyes widened as he blushed and then chuckled softly as he would then look at Hibiki with a soft smile on his face-

Soran: You can ask me anything, I won't mind.

The other guys: Aww~

Miku: See? You both just needed to open up more.

Maria: It's like Miku is playing Cupid all of the sudden.

Chris: You don't say?

Miku: Eh? That's not what i'm doing. I just wanted to help them both.

Kinji: Now, Soran. You may kiss the bride.

Ayumu: Haha!

Jin: I'm sure Hibiki wouldn't mind but not in front of everyone.

Maria: She already kissed him after all.

Hibiki: That's...that's a different kiss...

Miku: Yeah, it was just for CPR.

Jin: Kiss him for real then.

Soran: Stop it, you're making her uncomfortable.

Kinji: Chuu chuu~ He's protecting her~ such a man!

Miku: I'll do it if she doesn't want to.

Hibiki: -She gasped after hearing what Miku said, but then laughed.- Oh Miku, that was a terrible joke.

Maria: I don't think she was joking.

Chris: What? She wasn't?

Soran: -He would then slowly turn to Miku with a surprised look as he would blush slightly- W-What..?

Kinji: Try it, Miku-chan~ He's still young and he's only 2 years older than ya~ If you like older guys, he's the one for you~

Hibiki: Wait, are you guys for real?

Miku: Yeah, for real Hibiki. I like him. Nothing wrong about that, right? It's only natural for me to want to kiss him.

Kirika: Ooohh! Burning love desu!

Kinji: Holy shit..I-I mean uh! W-Way to go, Miku-chan?

Soran: Y-You like me? Eh? R-Really?

Jin: Go Soran~ Get your first ever girlfriend~ Come'on Maria~ support him too~

Maria: What? Why're you dragging me into this?

Chris: A lot of unexpected things are happening here. First the big guy and Elfnein a couple, then the idiot kissing the hothead short guy, then this one admitting she likes him.

Miku: -She looked towards Soran as he started to stutter.- Am I not good enough after all? You really like Hibiki more?

Soran: I...Eh? T-This is all too sudden... -He was stuttering as he blushed madly-

Kinji: Miku-chan~ Kiss him by force~ Guys like him will fall for you like that!

Jin: It's true.

Soran: -He was looking down at his feet innocently as he was blushing madly and was getting embarrassed- A-Are you really serious...?

Miku: -She nodded and held both of Soran's hands, turning her body to face him while she smiled at him.- Very serious.

Hibiki: -She suddenly walked towards them and took hold of one of Soran's hands.- What's the big idea Miku? You're just doing this to get me jealous aren't you?

Miku: Huh? Not at all. But why would you get jealous? Cause you like him too?

Hibiki: Ah...that's...well what if I do?

Miku: Then even if you're my best friend, you'll have to get past me to get him.

Chris: W-Why do I get the feeling this is something more intense than that fight we had with Fine?

Soran: J-Jin...What should I do?

Jin: Improvise?

Soran: R-Right..I uh...If Miku likes me...Hibiki..?

Kinji: You don't improvise like that!

Ayumu: You can't blame him~ This is the first time he's fallen in love~

-Soran was blushing madly as he was holding both of their hands-

-Hibiki and Miku were staring down at each other while holding Soran's hands.-

Miku: How about you let go Hibiki? You don't like him, do you?

Hibiki: That's none of your business. And what about you? Why this shorty of all people?

Maria: Maybe we should let them settle this by themselves?

Tsubasa: Agreed. I don't want to have to be the one to referee this match.

Chris: Hey, if you're gonna go, take those idiots with you. I can't leave this room yet.

Kirika: Tactical retreat desu~ -She was already on her way out of the infirmary.-

Soran: -He would then look at both Miku and Hibiki and he was getting worried but he held onto their hands tightly- W-Why me? I thought you guys would be into guys like Jin or Kinji, the sort that is more popular with girls than me..

Kinji: A-All right! Let's just settle it this way! Who loved him first and whoever can give the best reason, wins him~

-Jin then called out to Kirika before she could leave-

Jin: W-Wait! Don't leave! I need to tell you all something about Shan. I've learned something about him when I attacked him awhile ago.

Kirika: Desu? -She went back inside after what Jin said.-

-Both Miku and Hibiki then let go of Soran, though were pouting at each other.-

Maria: Okay, so what is it that you found out?

Jin: Apparently we're not the only Symphogear users.

Kinji: You don't say?

Jin: That's not what I mean, what I meant was that there are hundreds to thousands of other Symphogear users and the ones in Japan here are the last ones remaining.

Soran: W-What do you mean by that? There are hundreds to thousands of other users?

Jin: Yeah, from hurting Shan, I got a little bit too much information out of him.

Ayumu: What did you see?

Jin: His land is somewhere we can never reach. It's a place for Spirits that were killed by Shan in the mortal world like this one.

Ayumu: What's the place like?

Jin: Large grass plains in an open field, really beautiful and in between the field was one really large and tall fortress that had a tower that could reach the clouds, I saw monsters, ghosts, animals, dinosaurs, vampires and even humans there!

Soran: Sounds rather unbelievable..

Kinji: Tell me about it, I mean what kind of a screwed up place is that?

Jin: All of those Humans that were there are Symphogear users that had use them before we did. They were our predecessors!

Kinji: But I thought Symphogears wasn't discovered until 10-12 years ago?

Ayumu: That's what we all thought apparently..

Jin: These users were from the 1800s to the present time and many of them have completed relics as well..

Soran: Such as?

Jin: Half the shard of Gungnir. Along with its user...Amou Kanade..

Tsubasa: Kanade?! You saw Kanade in that place?

Maria: Amou Kanade? The original Gungnir user?

Hibiki: Kanade-san is in that world then?

Kirika: Her spirit desu.

Miku: She turned to dust during that incident years ago. Of course it would be her spirit.

Maria: But why tell us this? What does it all mean for us?

Jin: It means that if we don't kill this man soon, we'll be under his control and we'll be like them. Slaves for eternity. I also saw Serena, Maria's sister.

Soran: What else did you see?

Jin: Many things.. -He placed both of his hands on his head as he sat down on a chair as he was getting a slight headache- Too many to name them out, but that's not the point! The point is that we can't always be separated from one another or be in a group of 2-3. At least a minimum of 4 people in a group to ensure safety measures.

Ayumu: I agreee. Though shouldn't Shirabe-san know about this?

Kinji: Don't worry, I'm sure Kirika-chan will let her know anyway.

Jin: Until Elfnein, Ayumu and I can learn more about this so called "God", I don't want anyone of you to engage Shan if you see him, wait for everyone else to arrive and we'll stop him together like we did today. If he can get hurt then he can die in this world as well!

Ayumu: And if he dies here..

Soran: He won't be able to return back to his land.

Jin: Exactly. This is survival now. The Alca-Noise are no longer important enemies, our enemy is none other than Shan Vile Merkava.

Maria: We just gotta continue to fight him together with everyone then.

Chris: The next time he shows his ugly face, i'll be there to blast him away.

Hibiki: Yeah. He can't win against us all.

Miku: I can just erase his relic as everyone fights. He's still a relic user. *She said while holding Soran's hand again.*

Soran: -He'd blush madly once more as Miku held his hand-held W-Why are you holding my hand?

Kinji: Martial artists have soft hands after all. Like guitarists.

Jin: So who loves him the most anyway?

Ayumu: I'm pretty sure it's Miku-san.

Miku: *She then smirked towards Hibiki while holding Soran's hand.*

Chris: This is really gonna be an intense fight. Those two aren't backing down.

Maria: Anyway...we should let Chris get some rest. She can't recover properly if we all bug her.

Tsubasa: Agreed. Let's take our leave for nown

Kinji: I'm gonna stay for a little longer, I gotta talk to Chris-chan in private~

Soran: M-Miku...You're a bit too close.. -He said as he was still embarrassed as Miku held Soran's hand as the two walked out of the room with the others-

-After the others left, Kinji sat down on the chair that was next to Chris's bed-

Chris: -She looked towards him as he sat down next to her.- So, what is it you wanted to talk about?

Kinji: I've found another male Symphogear user. He's not far from the city. He's also very powerful too, if you ever come across him when you go to school or anything, ignore him. He knows who we are..

Chris: Huh? Ignore him? Why? We should be asking him to join if he's strong.

Kinji: He has a relic that can kill any living thing from a single touch of the tip of his weapon. Gae Bolg, the spear of death. I highly doubt he'll join us unless he really wants to but it'll be better to not trust him.

Chris: A one touch kill? That's worse than what my junior does. Are you serious about that? Why didn't you tell the others?

Kinji: If Jin-san knew about this, he will panic and will not let us fight. Think about it, do you want to stay in here forever?

Chris: Well, no. But we have to tell them eventually. How do you plan on telling them?

Kinji: One by one and then Jin-san and Maria-san being last because they're the oldest and they make most of the decisions for us when the commander isn't around. I'll let Tsubasa-chan know about this first. She doesn't recklessly open her mouth like Kirika-chan or Hibiki-chan.

Chris: That's true. If those two found out, they'd tell everyone, especially your sister. So what're we gonna do for now?

Kinji: Lay low and pretend you know nothing. If anyone asked what we were talking about, just say that we were discussing about weapon modifications and training.

-Outside of the room as Miku and Soran were walking together, Hibiki was walking behind the two-

Soran: H-Hibiki is getting mad, Miku..

Miku: Oh don't worry, she's fine. -She smiled while holding on Soran's hand as they walked.-

Hibiki: -Seeing Miku become so close to Soran, she pouted and walked to his other side, grabbing on his arm.- I called dibs on him first Miku.

Miku: Oh? But you kept denying everything, even though you really enjoyed kissing him.

Soran: I- I don't understand you two...Why me? Here I thought you'd be interested in Jin or Kinji..

Miku: They were too focused on Maria-san and Chris-san. Besides, you're the one that is always with us.

Hibiki: Give yourself some credit shorty. You got two cute girls crushing on you.

Soran: But I've never been in love before nor do I understand it.. -He got slightly depressed as the three were walking together-

Miku: You're getting depressed again. What's the matter this time?

Soran: I don't think I deserve you guys.. I mean thank you for being so kind to me but I did nothing to deserve such love..

Miku: You don't have to do something to deserve some love.

Hibiki: She's right. It's what you are that makes people like you..

Soran: -He'd blush slightly as smiled at the two happily and held onto then tightly with his hands- Thank you. That was the nicest thing anyone has ever told me.

Hibiki: -She smiled wide and happily as Soran held her hand tight.- You're very welcome~

Miku: Now if only Hibiki could leave us alone.

Hibiki: You're suddenly so mean Miku. Are we really gonna fight cause of this?

Miku: Well if only you decided sooner, we wouldn't have to.

Hibiki: I love you Miku~

Miku: -Her eyes suddenly widened and she blushed heavily, then looked away from them.- D-Don't say that suddenly...

Soran: I'm now confused with the love from the two of you..

-Within the lounge area as Maria and Jin were together, Jin was eating a bowl of ice cream and was sharing with Maria-

Jin: I wonder what happened to Shirabe. She's been acting weird lately.

Maria: -She was eating out of the sane bowl and looked towards Jin.- Maybe she's just not feeling well. Wanna go talk to her later?

Jin: I don't know. I wanna try to understand her a little more but she's just so quiet and secretive that I can't even understand her by using Diablos' powers. You've known her longer, do you know what's wrong?

Maria: Well, it's like what you said. She'd so quiet and a bit secretive. If it's something serious, she'll surely hide it with that smile of hers. How about the two of us talk to her?

Jin: I don't know..Should we ask Kirika to help us instead? Out of everyone else here, she's really close with Kirika.

-Kinji was walking pass the two as he joined in their conversation-

Kinji: Don't bother asking Kirika-chan.

Jin: Why not?

Kinji: There are a lot of things about Shirabe-chan that not even Kirika-chan knows. If you want to get to know her more, you gotta do it yourself as her brother and Maria-san can't butt in the conversation. This is between siblings and siblings only.

Jin: Yeah...I-I guess you're right..

Maria: I get your point. Go talk to her later then. It could have something to do with your relationship with her as siblings.

Kinji: Go on! Go! She's on the roof right now.

Jin: R-Right, I'll see you later tonight for dinner, okay? -He said to Maria as he gave her a kiss on the cheek and gave her his ice cream as he left and went up to the roof-

-Once he arrived on the roof, Shirabe was right there where Kinji last saw her, still hugging hee knees and blankly looking towards the sky.-

Jin: Shirabe..~? Nii-san is here~ -He said as he walked up to Shirabe from behind and petted her head lightly-

Shirabe: Nii-san? -She looked up at him as he pets her on the head.-

Jin: You weren't with us during the celebration, something wrong? -He asked her as he got next to her and sat beside her-

Shirabe: No, it's nothing serious nii-san. Don't worry.

Jin: Shirabe? -He'd lean on her lightly as he wrapped his one hand around her- I know that we're not that close but at least try to open up to me, please?

Shirabe: -She stayed quiet as Jin held her close. After he spoke, she just looked up towards his face, her eyes somewhat teary.-

Jin: O-Oh no..I'm sorry.. -He hugged her tightly in his arms as he rubbed her head and back slowly. He'd then try to comfort her as he would gave her a light kiss on the cheek softly- You can tell me anything, okay? Just try and take it slowly.

Shirabe: -As he offered to listen to her, she'd hug him back tightly and press her face against his chest.- It's not fair...

Jin: Hmm? What's not fair? -He asked softly as he stroked the back of her hair lightly-

Shirabe: -She started to sniff as she cried, but kept her face pressed on his chest.- It's just not fair...The one time I fall in love and Maria goes and takes him.

Jin: Eh? W-What? S-S-Shirabe..What do you mean by that? -His eyes widened from what Shirabe said as he looked down at her head who was still on his chest as he would blush-

Shirabe: -She remained in that position, not wanting to look up at him after what she just said.- I-I won't repeat it...I already told you that and only once...

Jin: B-But when did you start falling for me? -He was getting a little nervous from the confession-

Shirabe: I don't know...it just happened...Before I realized it...I was jealous of Maria.

Jin: Oh poor baby.. -He would then lightly and slowly lifted her head up to him closely as he saw how sad she looked and saw that her eyes were red from crying, he's then use one finger to wipe her tears away- Is there something you'd want me to do for you? Anything. Just name it.

Shirabe: -She moved her arm up to wipe away the rest of her tears with her sleeve.- Anything? You really mean anything?

Jin: Anything. Ah! Except breaking up with Maria~ She'll us both.

Shirabe: Then... -She moved up onto his body, holding on his shoulders.- Let me have your first kiss.

Jin: -His eyes widened as he would then blush and look into Shirabe's eyes and saw that she was serious, he's then nod and closed his eyes-

Shirabe: -She closed her eyes as well and leaned forward, pressing her body against his as she landed a soft kiss on his lips.-

-As she pressed her lips onto his, he'd rub her neck lightly and kissed her back-

Shirabe: -She'd hold the kiss and put her arms around his neck, hugging him tightly as they kiss.-

Jin: -From the kiss, he'd open his eyes slightly and passionately kissed her even more as he would slowly move his hands down to her hips-

Shirabe: -She'd just stay in that position, hugging him while passionately kissing him back. As Jin opened his eyes, he could see a single tear running down her cheek.-

Jin: -He'd then stop the kiss and was breathing heavily as he would look at her and noticed her single tear as he would then smile softly and blush madly at the sight of Shirabe- Satisfied?

Shirabe: -After the miss, she breathed heavily while her face had gotten completely red. She then nodded and opened her eyes.- M-Mhm...

Jin: Hehe, you're so cute~ All right, as your brother. I'll do something else for you, also whatever you want~

Shirabe: N-No...that's enough for me. If I ask any more, i'd be making you cheat on her.

Jin: And you think kiss wasn't bad enough to cheat on her? Considering that it was my first as well?

Shirabe: I know it still is...but...I know Maria is better than me in everything...I can't compete with her...

Jin: .. -He felt a little sad from what Shirabe had said as he would then place his hand on her cheek as he would kiss her lips softly once more with a smile on his face as he would then place a finger on his lips- How about this? This is only between the two us, whenever we are alone like this, I'll do whatever you want, okay? Maria has nothing to do with us right now, okay?

Shirabe: -Her eyes widened when he kissed her again, but then she looked to the side.- As much as I'd want that nii-san...i'll have to decline. Just one kiss is enough for me. Besides, I still care for Maria even though i'm jealous of her. I don't want to end our friendship if she finds out.

Jin: You're so sweet. -He would put his forehead on hers as he petted her head and smiled happily as he chuckled softly with a slight blush on his cheeks- Well if you say so, but do remember that if there is anything that you want, you can always find me, and do you feel better now?

Shirabe: -She nodded and looked back at him while blushing slightly.- M-Mhm...much better now. I guess I really just needed to get it out. Please don't tell anyone about this...especially Maria. She'll hate me if she finds out...

Jin: You're secret is safe with me~ Besides, even if I told Maria, I'll get hated too~ Now how about we go and get some lunch together?

Shirabe: Sure. Lunch sounds good right about now.

Jin: I just had ice cream awhile ago so I'm craving for something salty~ And Maria's gonna be busy with her idol work with Tsubasa so we'll have time to spend together for the day~

Shirabe: Maybe we should go have some ramen then? Kiri-chan keeps saying she wants one.

Jin: Ramen, huh? I guess I'll have the super bowl! Let's go~ -He held Shirabe's hand as the two would then leave the base and went out to eat together as the two went to get Kirika for lunch-

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"DID YOU KNOW?"

Did you know that this series has connection with other series such as "Strike Witches", "Re:Zero" and many other popular shows?