Days have passed since Alan and the others joined Night Raid. Najenda had given them training to become assassins. Akame was training Alan which involved cooking and fishing. He may not have understood it but figured that there was some meaning behind it. Mine was training Tor but it mostly involved shopping with her around the Capital. He wasn't too pleased with it. Julie was training with Sheele but was having a lot of trouble due to her having a hard time swimming. Sheele enjoyed spending time with her because she kind of reminds her much of herself. Finally, Leone was training Akira in hand to hand combat and to improve her stamina. They quickly grew as close friends.
Najenda was currently away at the time and placed Akame in charge. Alan got a video call from Crystal and answered it.
"Alan, I got some new info that might help." Crystal stated.
"I'm listening." He replied.
"There's a group that's been targeting nobles and high rankings of the Empire. They're seen as dangerous criminals but I believe their goal maybe trying to destroy the corruption. She explained.
"Is it called Night Raid?" Alan guessed knowing what she's referring too.
"I see you already knew." Crystal said.
"Not only that but we also decided to work with them to take out the Prime Minister." He explained.
"Impressive, you've found the source of corruption as well. You're progressing faster than usual. At this rate, you may finish sooner than anticipated." She said surprised but did not showed it.
"Actually, that was the easy part. Well as easy as it gets at least. The hard part is trying to get to it. From what I learned, the Prime Minister is heavily guarded by some powerful generals and they have special weapons known as Teigu." Alan explained.
"Do you have a plan of getting to him?" Crystal asked.
"Yes, but it's going to take a lot of time before we put it in motion." He answered.
"I see. In which case, continue the good work. I'll continue to do what I can from here." She said. The phone call ended and Alan turned and saw Leone and Akira.
"I don't think the Boss will be too happy about sharing information about us." Leone said.
"Sorry, had to make reports of my progress." Alan apologized.
"So who was that? Your boss?" She asked.
"Advisor actually. She gives me info and guidance that might help us in our mission." He answered.
"Sounds handy. What's that thing you have there?" Leone asked curiously pointing to his phone.
"Oh, this is a mobile phone. It allows us to talk to each other from different places. It can also be used to find any kind of information. Normally this wouldn't work in different worlds but thanks to her we can. We all have one to keep in touch." Alan explained.
"Wow, your gear seems awesome. I bet the boss would want one of those. Is there any chance any of us could get one as well?" Leone asked.
"I'll see what I can do about that." He answered.
"Sweet! Anyway, I was going to show Akira the Capital. Do you want to come along?" She asked.
"You have to come with. I'm so curious about what this Capital is like?!" Akira said eagerly.
"Sorry, I'm cooking with Akame for today." Alan answered. Akira let out a disappointed pout.
"That's okay, maybe next time." Leone said. Akira and Leone began to leave then Akame entered the room.
"Alan, breakfast will be served in an hour. Are you ready?" She asked.
"Yeah, just about. What are we making?" He responded.
"Beef ribs and the fish we hunted earlier." Akame answered.
"Nice, I'm kind of liking these new daily meals." Alan said. Akame smiled in response.
"Wow! The structure of the city looks so amazing!" Akira said gazing at the streets and the Imperial palace.
"Yeah, I knew you would like it. I often explore the Capital to look for jobs and targets. There should be someone meeting up with us but that can wait. For now, let me show you around." Leone said. She nodded happily.
They went and explored multiple areas throughout the Capital. They visited the slums that Leone was from. Akira felt bad about her childhood. They also visited some places that had good views of the Capital and saw areas that some of the people were miserable by the Empire's corrupted rule. Akira wanted to put an end to it as soon as she could. They soon got hungry and visited a café.
Leone brought a tray with two ice cream cones, two sides of fries and two cups of coffee and tea to the table they're at.
"Hope you enjoy." Leone said.
"Thanks Leone, this looks good." Akira replied.
As they were enjoying their meal, Leone saw a young man with brown short hair nearby talking about joining the Empire and heads towards the barracks. He was wearing a tan vest with white collar shirt and black pants. He also carried a large backpack and a sword on him. Leone smirked at this opportunity.
"Akira, would you wait here? I'll be right back." Leone said as she got up from her seat.
"Oh, okay. But where are you going?" She asked curiously.
"Don't worry. It won't take long and you can have the rest of mine by the way." Leone said as she follows the young man.
As Leone kept following him, she saw him get kicked out the barracks then he sat on the ground in thought. She approached him.
"Hello there!" Leone greeted as she looked down on him. The young man looked up.
"You seem to be having some trouble, little guy. Looks like you could use some help from big sis." She said. He was gawking at her chest.
"Eyes are over here." Leone said.
"Let me guess, you came from the country side to search for fame and fortune right?" She said.
"How did you know?" He asked getting up quickly.
"I could tell just by looking at you. It's easy to spot a new face. So anyway, I know a secret on how to become an officer in the army quick." Leone said.
"Tell me!" He pleaded.
"You want to know?" She asked. The young man nodded quickly. "Well first you got to treat me to lunch.
Alan and Akame were currently making lunch for the rest of Night Raid. The only members that weren't here were Akira, Leone and Lubbock who was at his book store. Alan was thinking if he should have went with them to the Capital but he also knew Akame needed him to assist with cooking for the others.
"When is lunch going to be ready?!" Mine called.
"Will you be adding more meat like last time?!" Tor called.
"Nej, it must be balanced like Tomoe said." Julie said.
"It's almost done! And Akame would you stop sampling the food?" Alan replied annoyed.
"I don't know what you're talking about." She said then picked up another piece of grape.
"You're not convincing me." He deadpanned.
"Ha, you look good in that apron Alan!" Mine teased.
"At least I don't dress like some kind of princess." Alan added as a comeback.
"Shut up!" Mine irritated as she blushed.
Alan had the habit of trying to get Mine angry. He found her reactions funny. Maybe Akira's personality have rubbed off on him.
"I wonder what those two are doing now?" Alan thought to himself.
Leone finished her drink in the bar and set it down on the table as the young man stared at her annoyed.
"Nothing beats an afternoon drink am I right? Drink up. There's still more left." Leone said handing him a bottle.
"Look! Can you just tell me how to become an officer?!" He said as he slammed his fist on the table.
"Right. First, you need a lot of money." She stated.
"Money?" He asked.
"I know someone in the army. He could work it out if you have enough cash." Leone explained.
"Okay, let me see." He said and took out his bag of money and set it on the table. "Will this be enough?
"Wow! That's a lot!" She said amazed.
"It's some reward money I got from killing a class 1 Danger Beast. Easy." The young man said proudly.
"Tough guy huh. You might make it to captain." Leone said.
"Really? I hope you're right!" He said smiling. Leone picked up the money and began to leave. She turned to him one more time.
"You'll be learning a lot of things from our meeting. You just wait there while I go talk to him." Leone said before leaving the bar.
"See ya!" He waved. Little did he know, he was just robbed of all his money.
Akira was waiting for Leone for quite some time. She was starting to get worried and was about to search for her. Just as she was about to, she saw Leone coming back and with a bag of money with her.
"I'm back! Sorry to keep you waiting." Leone said.
"It's okay, just as long as your back. Where did you get that money?" Akira asked curiously.
"Oh, this one guy was nice enough to *lend* it to me." She replied. Akira didn't buy that since she knew Leone often steals money.
"You stole it from him didn't you?" Akira suspected.
"Yep, you got me!" Leone replied. Akira looked at her disapprovingly.
"Oh come on, don't look at me like that. I told you that I had to steal things earlier today plus with this much it could help with our cause." She explained.
"I know but still…" Akira said. Leone sighed.
"Tell you what, just for you, I'll donate this money. There's some kids I know of in the slums who really need it." She said
"Thanks, Leone." Akira said feeling better.
"Sure thing best buddy!" Leone replied happily.
After they donated the money to the slums, Leone and Akira went to the meeting point. They were both hiding behind trees. Leone had her Teigu activated. The client was approaching the area.
"That's far enough." Leone ordered and they began to discuss about the details of the job.
At night time, the young man known as Tatsumi was swindled of his money and had no choice but to sleep on the streets.
"Stop here!" A girl called out from the carriage. It stopped in front of Tatsumi.
"Again, my lady?" The guard asked.
"I can't help it. It's my nature." She replied. The girl got out of the carriage and approached him.
"Excuse me?" She said. Tatsumi opened his eyes and saw a blond girl with blue eyes wearing a white long sleeved shirt and a blue dress.
"If you have nowhere to sleep, you can stay at my home." The girl offered.
"But I don't have any money." Tatsumi said.
"Why else would you be out here?" She giggled. Two of her guards walked next to her.
"Lady Aria has a habit of taking in people without homes." One of the guards explained.
"You should accept her offer." The other guard suggested.
"Please." Aria said looking at him with puppy dog eyes. Tatsumi blushed at this.
"I guess it's better than sleeping on the streets." He accepted.
"It's settled then! Let's go!" She said excitedly.
Back at the Night Raid base, Akira and Leone finally returned. The first thing they saw was Alan waiting for them.
"Where have you two been?! You were supposed to come back four hours ago!" Alan said.
"Sorry, we got carried away a little." Leone answered.
"Leone was most likely drinking again." Akame stated as she joined the group. Akira walked up to Alan.
"You should have seen it! There was this large structure in the middle of town and there were some great views! Sure there were some unsettling sights. It was great other than that!" She explained excitedly. Alan couldn't help but smile back.
"Anyway, let's gather the others." Leone said.
The rest of the members met in the meeting room. As everyone was seated. Alan began to speak.
"So what's this mission about?" He asked. Leone placed well drawn pictures on the table.
"Well, from what the client told us. There's a rich noble family who takes in people who don't have a place to stay. They act kind but behind that disguise, is that they torture and experiment on their victims then kill them. They do it out of their own pleasure even their daughter takes part of it. The mother keeps a diary with notes of her victims." Leone explained.
"Was he telling the truth?" Alan asked.
"Absolutely, my senses haven't steered me wrong." She answered. The Protectors had disgusted looks at the thought while the rest of Night Raid wasn't new to them.
"The guards working for them are also guilty for knowing." Leone continued.
"When do we strike?" Julie asked.
"The next night. We'll get in position during the day then attack when the suns down. Alan, you and a small team will infiltrate and take out the mother while the rest of us take out the guards and the father. The daughter will be last." Akame stated.
"Got it." Alan nodded as the others did the same.
"You believe you're ready for this Alan?" She asked.
"I knew what I was prepared to do Akame. So I might as well start." He answered.
"Very well. Then I wish you luck." Akame said.
Next day, Tor and Akira joined Alan's team for the mission. They were currently in the Capital streets getting ready for their position. During that time, they were getting to know the streets. Alan and Tor gazed at the Imperial palace in the middle of town.
"Wow Akira, you weren't kidding when you said how tall the palace is. It's huge!" Tor said amazed.
"I know right! Though I wish the people here wouldn't have to suffer by it." Akira said sadly.
"Yeah, I noticed as well." Alan said as he looked around during his travel through the city.
Alan looked around and saw posters on the wall. As they got closer to it, he saw they were four Night Raid wanted posters. They had pictures of Akame, Najenda, Sheele and one face they did not recognized but it said Bulat on it.
"What?! That looks nothing like him!" Akira exclaimed. Alan quickly covered her mouth.
"Keep it down! We're in public." Alan shushed.
"Sorry." She apologized quietly.
"My best guess is that he got his look changed so they wouldn't recognized him." Tor said.
"We should be careful not to get our faces seen while were on missions." Alan said. They nodded.
As they finished examining the posters, they saw a young blond girl running back to cart with a huge amount of wrapped boxes with two guards carrying a large box following her.
"What's with that stack of gift boxes?! That's ridiculous!" Akira exclaimed.
"I guess she really likes shopping." Tor commented sweatdropping.
"Wait? That's the daughter from the family we're after." Alan pointed out recognizing the pictures he saw.
"You're right. It is. Are they sure that their family kill people. They look innocent." Akira said doubtfully.
"Maybe but we thought the same with Miss Tsukimi and she nearly killed us." Tor said.
"Yeah, we shouldn't let our guard down this time. I'm sure the diary will tell us everything." Alan said.
By the cart, they also saw a young man with brown hair and sword.
"He doesn't look like he's a guard." Tor pointed out.
"Could be one of their new victims. I better let the others know about this." Alan said. He got out his phone and called Julie since she's with them.
"Hello?" Julie answered.
"Julie, can you pass this to Akame?" Alan asked. A few moments later, Akame's voice can be heard.
"Alan, I thought you were with Tor and Akira. How did you get trapped in this little white box?" Akame asked clueless to their technology.
"That's not…" Alan sighed in frustration "I can explain that later. Listen, we've got a problem. There's a boy with a sword with them and I think he might be their next subject. Be sure not to kill him. Just the family and the guards."
"Understood. But you still haven't told me how you're in this thing." Akame said in monotone.
"I'll see you at the mansion." Alan ignored the question and hung up his phone. He turned to his team.
"We better get ready." Alan said. They nodded and began to get to their positions to the mansion.
"Alan? Alan? Why won't you answer me?" Akame asked as she was tapping and shaking Julie's phone.
"His first mission and he already screws it up! Why did we let them joined again?" Mine asked annoyed.
"Nej, He's still with them. We can still talk to them from here with this." Julie said as she takes the phone back.
"Oh, it's that phone thing you all use. " Leone pointed out.
"Phone thing?" Sheele asked confused.
"He was showing it to me the other day. I asked him if we could have one." She explained.
"Maybe I should ask him more about it when we finish." Akame said.
"He did say it can look up any information." Leone said.
"Any information… I wonder if I could…" Lubbock muttered.
"Don't you get any ideas!" Leone threated.
"Yes ma'am" He replied fearfully.
At night, Alan and his team began to infiltrate the mansion. They went in by jumping over the wall and into the window. Luckily, they weren't seen by the guards. As they entered the second floor, they hid and saw a woman walking down the hall holding a book in her hands. It was the mother of the noble family.
"Now, I can add another entry to my dairy tonight." She giggled. "This is such an addicting hobby."
Alan narrowed his eyes and knew there was malice in her voice. He breathed heavily and quickly summoned his sword and moved quietly towards her. Alan impaled her with his sword and slashed her down. The mother fell to the ground dead with blood flowing out of her.
Alan saw the diary next to her. He picked it up and glanced at it.
"These people are sick! They torture innocents just because they enjoy it." Alan said in disgust.
"I feel the same and I won't stand for it." Tor agreed.
"Well, we still got the father and daughter to take care of. Why don't we go after one of them?" Akira said.
"Let's go." Alan agreed.
As they were about to proceed further, they saw the rest of the Night Raid members plus Julie standing on Lubbock's wires. They also saw the guards below preparing to attack.
"They're targets. You want to show us what you can do?" Lubbock asked Julie.
"Ja." She replied as she had her twin swords out. Julie jumped down to the ground with the intention to kill.
"I'll assist her." Akame said then she and Bulat dropped down next to her.
"Careful, don't let that sword touch you." The guard advised them.
He charged at Akame but was quickly sliced in the throat and the poison began to kill him. Julie's swords glowed and ran towards the guard. He tried to strike her with his weapon but Julie quickly overpowered him and cut him in half. The last one tried to run for it but Mine sniped him with her Pumpkin.
"So much for bodyguards. The only thing they can do is run." Mine commented.
"Yeah well, who could blame them?" Lubbock said understandingly.
"Let's move out." Akame said to the group.
"Right!" They nodded.
"Damn, even Julie isn't showing any hesitation." Tor said as they watched Night Raid take out the guards.
"Look, you guys don't have to do this. If you can't handle it then I'll-" Alan said but was cut off.
"Alan, we're not going to let you carry this burden alone. I want to eliminate this corruption just as much as you do." Akira said.
"I'm with Akira on this. You'll need our help on this. Besides I was ready to kill a long time ago." Tor said as he gets flashbacks from that incident he can't forget.
"Right, thanks guys." Alan smiled.
They proceed further in the mansion and ran into Leone and the father who was already dead on the floor.
"I see that you already took care of him." Alan pointed out.
"Yep, all that's left is the daughter." Leone answered.
"What about young swordsman?" He asked.
"Haven't seen him yet. Maybe he already ran off when the fighting started." She said.
"Maybe. Anyway, we should regroup with the others.
"Sure thing. Let's go. Akame should be done with the daughter by now." Leone agreed.
"I'm going to find Julie." Tor said.
They nodded and began to leave the mansion.
Tatsumi woke up by the blood lust and saw that Night Raid was invading the mansion. He believed they came to kill them because they're a rich family. He went to find Aria quickly and discovered her and her guard at a storehouse.
"There you are!" Tatsumi said as he caught up with her and was out of breath.
"Tatsumi?" Aria asked.
"Good, you're here. I'll hide her and call the authorities. You stall the enemy until then." The guard instructed.
"You really think I can-" Tatsumi protested until he heard someone landed behind him. He turned and saw Akame with her sword out and with murderous intent.
"Well, I guess I have no choice now!" He said pulling his sword out and ready to fight.
Akame ran towards Tatsumi expecting her to strike.
"Not a target." Akame said in monotone. Instead, she ignores him and jumps off his head.
"Damn!" The guard fired his machine gun at her. But she dodges the bullets as she approaches.
"You're a target. Eliminate." Akame said. She closed in and sliced the guard in half.
Aria tripped to the ground terrified by her. Akame approached her and was about to finish her off.
"You deserve this." Akame said.
"Stop!" Tatsumi shouted swinging his sword at her. Akame jumped back.
"You're not a target. I've been told not to kill you." She stated.
"But you intend to kill this girl right?!" He asked angrily.
"Mm hmm," Akame nodded.
"Mm hmm?!" Tatsumi asked caught back a little.
"So you won't move?" She asked.
"Absolutely not! I will not let you kill this innocent girl!" He shouted.
"Then you leave me no choice." Akame stated preparing to fight.
Alan, Akira and Leone left the mansion and was approaching the storehouse. He saw Akame facing off against two figures.
"That's strange. Akame doesn't usually take this long." Leone said until she noticed Tatsumi was about to fight Akame.
"Wait, is that? Oh no. Don't tell me he's the one you were talking about?" Leone face palmed.
"You know him?" Alan asked.
"A little, I kinda got him into this mess." She answered.
"We better hurry and stop her." Akira said.
"Wait, I want to watch this first." Leone suggested with interest.
Tatsumi knew he was outmatched by Akame but refused to abandon Aria.
They charged toward each other and clashed swords against each other. They broke free and Tatsumi swings his sword horizontally at her. Akame jumped up and kicked him back. It caused Tatsumi to lose his balance slightly. He turned around and her sword already reached the left side of his chest. Tatsumi dropped his sword and was knocked to the ground in pain.
"Tatsumi!" Aria cried. Akame stood still and had her blade pointed at him.
"What's wrong? Why did you stop all the sudden? Tatsumi asked getting back on his feet.
"It felt like I hit some kind of armor." Akame answered. Tatsumi took out his a small idol from his shirt.
"I can thank my village back home for that." He said.
"Eliminate." Akame said preparing to strike again.
"Hold on! You only want her money don't you? You don't have to kill her! She's innocent!" Tatsumi tried to convince. She did not listen and charged toward him.
Just as her blade was about to touch him. Alan blocked it with his red katana while Akame was pulled back by Leone.
"What are you two doing?" Akame asked.
"We still got time left and I owe this guy a favor." Leone answered.
"Plus didn't I tell you not to kill him?" Alan reminded her.
"Hello again by the way." Leone greeted. Tatsumi then recognized her.
"You're the girl with the boobs!" He shouted.
"Yep! Good to see you again!" She waved happily.
"I want my money back!" Tatsumi shouted.
"Sorry, we already spent it all." Akira giggled. He growled in frustration.
"Listen, you said she was innocent right? Have you noticed what they really do here?" Alan asked pointing to that storehouse.
Leone broke down the door and showed him what's inside.
"This is it. Welcome to the Capital." Leone said. Tatsumi looked inside and was horrified by it.
There were tortured dead bodies and people hanged in chains and trapped in cages
"What is this?" Tatsumi asked shockingly.
Alan and Akira also looked inside and were also shocked.
"Oh my… god." Akira gasped. Alan couldn't find the words to describe this nightmare.
"They've been taking in newcomers from the countryside and then torture them to death for their own entertainment. That's the true nature for this so called 'happy' family." Leone explained.
Tatsumi looked around and recognized one of the hanging victims.
"Sayo! No." He gasped.
"You know her?" Leone asked.
Aria attempted to sneak away but was immediately caught.
Where do you think you're going?!" Akira asked angrily grabbing her by the back of her shirt.
"These people did this?" Tatsumi asked.
"Yes and the guards knew about it this whole time. And if that's not enough, there's a diary that the mother keeps which talks all about it." Alan answered recovering from what he saw.
"They're lying! I didn't know anything about this place! Would you believe these murderers over me?! The one who saved you!" Aria shouted.
"Tatsumi. Is that you?" A voice spoke weakly. He turned and saw another he recognized in a cage.
"Ieyasu?" Tatsumi gasped.
"She invited us to stay at her home but after we ate, we black out then ended up here. Then that girl tortured Sayo to death!" Ieyasu said crying.
"What's wrong with that?!" Aria spat freeing herself from Akira's grasp.
"YOU'RE ALL JUST WORTHLESS HICKS! THEY'RE JUST LIKE CATTLE! THAT GIRL SHOULDN'T HAVE SUCH PRETTY HAIR! MINE GIVES ME TROUBLE EVERY DAY! THAT'S WHY I MADE SURE SHE SUFFERED THE MOST! SHE SHOULD BE HONORED THAT I GIVE HER SO MUCH ATTENTIO-" She was punched to the ground by Alan.
"I think I've heard enough out of you." Alan said in an angry tone. He turned to Akame. "Sorry for stopping you. Go ahead and finish her.
"Eliminate." Akame said.
"Wait." Tatsumi said.
"Don't tell me you're still going to protect her." Leone asked.
"No. I'll kill her!" Tatsumi said slashing his sword at Aria. Blood spilled out and she fell dead on the ground.
"No hesitation, though he had a lot of reasons to hate her." Leone thought.
"Thanks, Tatsumi. I wanted to see that." Ieyasu said then puked blood.
"Ieyasu!" He called. They broke open his cage and he placed him on the ground.
"It's the Lubora virus. The mother enjoyed poisoning her victims. She wrote about in detail in her dairy. It's too late for him." Akame stated. Alan threw the diary away.
"Tatsumi, Sayo never did break by that bitch. She never gave in. She was amazing. That's why I wanted go out a hero." Ieyasu said then lost consciousness and died. Tatsumi was sadden by the loss of his two friends.
"His strong will was what kept him alive." Akame stated.
"What the hell is wrong with this place?" Tatsumi cried.
"I sometimes ask that myself." Alan answered even though he knew this was a cruel world they're in.
"Let's go." Akame said as she began to leave.
"Wait, shouldn't we bring him with us?" Akira asked.
"I have to agree, he's got skill and potential. We could use another member." Leone said. Then grabbed Tatsumi by the shirt and dragged him along.
"What! Hey! Let go of me!" He yelled.
"I'd rather not involve him in this but we could use the extra help." Alan said.
"I need to bury my friends!" Tatsumi shouted.
"Relax, I'll take the bodies back to our hideout later okay?" Leone assured.
They met up with the rest of Night Raid on the roof except for Sheele who got lost.
"You're late! What took you so long?" Mine demanded.
"Had any trouble?" Tor asked.
Alan shook his head.
"And who's this?" Mine asked
"Our new recruit!" Leone answered.
"Huh?" Tatsumi asked.
"Oh right." She dropped him on the ground. "You're one of us now. You're now part of Night Raid!"
"Hey! I didn't agree to join!" Tatsumi exclaimed.
"Give up. Leone's mind is made up. Nothing will change it." Akame said.
"You might as well accept it." Akira agreed.
"See. My best friends know me well." Leone said patting their heads. "Bulat, I'll leave him to you."
Bulat picked him up and carried him.
"Put me down! I don't want to kill people!" Tatsumi shouted.
"Don't worry, it gets better." Bulat assured him.
"What do you mean?" He asked nervously.
"The mission is complete. Let's head back." Akame stated.
The Night Raid members leaped off the roof and were landing in the shadows of the streets.
Omake
Julie's training
Sheele led Julie to a river that was close to their base. She began to explain the training.
"You'll be swimming across the river wearing this armor we have. This is usually the only training method I can think of." Sheele explained. Julie nodded and started to put on the heavy armor. Sheele was already on the other side of the river.
"Are you ready?" She called.
"Ja." Julie replied
"I may not be the best at swimming. But I can do this." Julie thought.
She jumped into the water and swam across.
Or at least, tried to.
Minutes later.
Sheele continued waiting for Julie to swim across though she was taking a long time. She then lost sight of her.
"Hey Sheele." Tor greeted as he walked up to her.
"Oh hi Tor." She greeted.
"Where's Julie, I thought you were training her." He wondered.
"I am. She's swimming across river with armor." Sheele answered.
"WHAT?!" Tor exclaimed.
"I lost sight of her a little while ago." She said.
"Oh no, Julie!" Tor called then jumped in the water.
"Was I not supposed to do that?" Sheele asked herself innocently.
Tor climbed out of the water with Julie. He explained to her that Julie couldn't swim.
"I'm sorry I didn't know. I would have thought something else if that was a problem." Sheele apologized.
"Nej, it's alright. You were only trying to help me get stronger." Julie said.
Sheele couldn't help but smile at her response.
"I'm ready to start again." Julie said.
"What? But you nearly drowned!" Tor protested.
"I want to get stronger and know how to swim." She said.
"That's the spirit Julie!" Sheele said cheerfully.