He came here to participate in the game, but it was Viper who forcefully pushed his proposal through despite opposition. Without proving his worth, he might just be sent back to become an Oiran at someone's mere suggestion.
...
The group waited for a long time, until the sky had darkened.
In the end, only 28 people returned to the squad; the rest had died.
"Follow me!" Sasaki's face looked grim as he led everyone away, clearly dissatisfied with the performance of the new recruits.
They were quickly brought back to the original training ground.
Here, Viper and Rousi were indulging in a banquet.
Rousi gorged on food and drink, with a massive slab of whale meat in front of him, eating so lavishly that oil dripped from his mouth.
"Is this all that's left?" Viper frowned slightly upon seeing only 28 return.