Chapter 59: Unveiling the Protagonist's Identity

After the final checks were completed at midnight, Narumi's giant mech, "Avalon," took the lead as the allied forces surged forward towards the mine city of Elsummer Kingdom. The stone highway resonated with the thunderous march of their advance. Amelia piloted her formidable unit, "Galatine," with Valentia by her side in the powerful unit "Gleipnir," both following closely in Avalon's wake.

Marching behind them were 20 valiant female knights donned in orange Celestial Armor, proudly representing the Narumi Guard Squad. Alongside them were 50 magic knights from the esteemed Special Magic Knight Regiment, their gray Celestial Armor shimmering in the moonlight. Above the ground troops, a squadron of 100 knights rode gracefully on Floating Armored Bikes, a display of airborne prowess as members of the Gryphon Knight Order. And providing essential support were 10 sturdy Floating Armored Trucks, carrying supplies and vital equipment for the upcoming battle.

The sight of this allied force, an assembly of warriors from various backgrounds and specialties, instilled a sense of confidence and determination. Each knight was prepared to put their lives on the line to protect the people of Elsummer Kingdom and bring an end to the looming threat of the 5th colossal biomachine monster. The anticipation in the air was palpable, as the combined strength of their numbers fueled their resolve.

Inside the cockpit of Avalon, Narumi's focused gaze scanned the data transmitted by Christina, his fingers gliding effortlessly across the controls. The holographic display flickered with information, revealing the profile of the young male adventurer with fiery red hair. Christina, sitting beside Narumi, held a cup of tea delicately in her hands, her eyes gleaming with intrigue.

"So, this adventurer intentionally delayed the information," Narumi mused, his voice filled with curiosity. "He sought to gather more intelligence on the 5th colossal biomachine monster." Christina nodded, taking a sip of her tea before responding. "Indeed, Narumi," Christina responded, a hint of tsundere in her voice. "I suppose he thought he could gather more information by delaying it. Not that I find it impressive or anything. It's just a strategic move, I guess, even if it's a bit unconventional."

Narumi couldn't help but smile at Christina's tsundere demeanor. He knew she was trying to hide her admiration for the red-haired adventurer's tactics. "You don't have to pretend you're not impressed, Christina. I can see right through you." Her cheeks flushed slightly, and she averted her gaze. "W-Well, it's not like I'm impressed or anything. It's just... interesting, I suppose."

Narumi's eyes returned to the holographic display, his expression contemplative. Examining the appearance data of the red-haired adventurer, Narumi's eyes widened in realization. He turned to Christina, a spark of excitement in his gaze. "Christina, look at this! This adventurer with red hair... I believe he might be the protagonist of this world."

Christina glanced at Narumi, her curiosity piqued. "The protagonist? Are you saying he's the protagonist of the Loli Princess Novel?" Narumi nodded, a playful glint in his eyes. "Exactly! All the signs point to it. His unique fighting style with ancient weapons and the way he shows affection for you, Christina... It's just like the description in the Loli Princess Novel. But don't worry, my love for you far surpasses anything he could offer."

A slight blush tinted Christina's cheeks as she crossed her arms, trying to hide her embarrassment. "Well, if he's the protagonist of this world, I suppose this information he send could be useful. But don't think for a second that I'll be impressed by his achievements. And don't misunderstand, I'm not saying this because I love you or anything too!"

Narumi couldn't help but chuckle as he reached out to gently stroke Christina's cheek. "I know, Christina. But no matter who captures your interest, I'll always dyed you back to my side with my love." Christina swatted Narumi's hand away, her face turning even redder. "Wh-Whatever! It's not like I care about the protagonist or anything. I'm more interested in how we can use this information to our advantage."

From the communication channel of Galatine, the virtual Amelia grinned mischievously. "Narumi-sama! If I were to show interest in the protagonist too, would you dyed me back to your side as well?" Narumi turned to Amelia, his smile warm and affectionate. "Of course, Amelia. I won't let anyone take you away, even if you wanted it."

Valentia, from the communication channel of Gleipnir, bowed her head and declared with loyalty, "I will never show interest in another man, Master Narumi. My loyalty will always be yours." Narumi smiled back at Valentia, his gaze filled with determination. "Thank you, Valentia. I'll do my best not to disappoint you."

"By the way, why is Ravine here? Why did you give her permission to control your Avalon?" Curious about Ravine's presence at controlling over Avalon, Christina asked with a hint of harshness. Narumi took a moment to gather his thoughts before responding. "Well, let's talk about the testing we conducted yesterday first," he began, explaining the results of the Avalon test he had undertaken with Ravine. As he shared the details, Narumi's explanation helped Christina and the others understand and accept his decision.

Ravine, who had taken control of the main processes of Avalon, simply replied with a expressionless face, "Fun." Her response conveyed to Narumi and the rest of the team that she found great joy in piloting Avalon on his behalf this time.

"I see. If Ravine has better piloting abilities than you, it's a good idea for you to focus on support. Well, I don't mind that role, so do as you like," Christina nodded, her tone softening as she changed the topic. "Now, let's share the information we have on the 5th colossal biomachine monster and discuss our strategy for dealing with it."

"Ravine, I'm going to let the autopilot system take control over Avalon. So come and listen together," Narumi informed Ravine as he initiated the autopilot system. Ravine responded with a simple, "Un!" before turning the pilot's seat and settling in to listen.

"First, let's take a look at the appearance of the 5th colossal biomachine monster," Narumi began, projecting a holographic image of the creature. It resembled a mole, standing at a towering height of 60 meters, adorned with a large star amethyst on its back. Its powerful hands boasted sharp claws capable of demolishing stone buildings effortlessly. Additionally, it possessed the ability to emit a piercing scream, causing outdated Floating High-Speed Bikes to easily lose control.

"Furthermore, based on the attack data provided by the protagonist, it seems that the 5th colossal biomachine monster has the ability to create an impenetrable energy shield around its body," Narumi continued. He explained how the protagonist had unleashed a barrage of ancient bombs and set various traps, including frozen and paralyze traps, but all their efforts proved futile against the resilient energy shield.

"And when the 5th colossal biomachine monster gets enraged, it curls into a ball and rolls over everything in its path," Narumi explained, demonstrating the holographic simulation, depicting the monster's devastating attack method. "Lastly, we must be cautious of its ability to burrow and move underground, akin to a real mole. It can remain concealed for extended periods, only to resurface after several hours." Narumi warned. He speculated that the monster may retreat underground when injured and could potentially absorb energy veins underground to heal itself

"With such formidable abilities, it may appear that the 5th colossal biomachine monster is flawless. And our innocent strategist, Seraphina, is still sleeping soundly, isn't she?" Amelia remarked, glancing at Seraphina peacefully dozing in the back seat. Narumi grinned and replied playfully, gently stroking Seraphina's hair, "We can't always depend on Seraphina's plans, can we? We'll seek her advice once she awakens."

"But I don't think that this 5th colossal biomachine monster is flawless. According to the novel's theory, it was specifically designed to be defeated by the protagonist someday. There must be weaknesses or some vulnerabilities we can exploit," Narumi declared with unwavering confidence, lifting the spirits of his comrades.

As the team absorbed this vital information, a renewed determination filled the air. They understood the magnitude of the challenge before them, yet they were resolved to overcome it. With their minds set on victory, they began to formulate a strategy that would exploit the monster's weaknesses and ensure their triumphant success.