Chapter 125
Even though her arm was about to break, this was the first time Yukina had undergone such high-intensity training. For Yukina, it was like pushing someone who had never experienced any acclimatization training into a special forces training camp all at once.
But as long as she wanted Naoko to be by her side watching over her, a stubborn and ruthless determination rose from the bottom of Yukina's heart.
Although she was in a very difficult situation several times, she gritted her teeth and persevered.
"Let's take a break."
Efnir stopped her stopwatch and spoke to Yukina, who was doing weight training.
The training program that Efnir conducted on Yukina was designed based on her own daily training standards. It was not easy for any agent, let alone a beginner like Yukina. In addition to the disassembly, maintenance and shooting of firearms and other related tactical drills, the most physically and mentally demanding training was undoubtedly the agent's ability to draw upon and strengthen the Order Force.
It can be said that every qualified agent has undergone a considerable training program, and with the boost to their physical abilities brought by the Order Force, they can even rival special forces members in many aspects.
However, this proved somewhat challenging for Yukina, who was experiencing this type of training for the first time.
Therefore, Efnir did not force Yukina, and appropriately included halftime break and time for replenishing energy and water.
But Yukina didn't stop.
"Naoko... I can... hold on... a little longer..."
"Take a break."
Efnir's gaze was gentle, but her tone left no room for argument.
"It's good to get muscles used to the feeling of tension, but timing and technique are crucial. For the first training session, it's best to proceed gradually... Proper training is very beneficial for strengthening muscle memory, but if you overdo it and exceed your body's limits, you'll only achieve less with more effort, and you might even cause irreversible damage to your body."
Efnir explained.
"Mmm..."
Yukina pursed her lips and gave a muffled reply. She slowly returned the bow and arrow to their original position, then carefully placed them down along with the heavy iron block before letting out a sigh of relief.
Every hour of training, Efnir would give Yukina a ten-minute break.
Yukina's body has become exceptionally strong thanks to the Order Force, but proper rest is still essential.
"Hmm... I'll listen to Naoko."
Yukina nodded obediently, disengaging from her Synchronization state. Her light blue hair and shimmering agent combat dress disappeared, replaced by black hair and a tight-fitting training uniform.
Come over here.
Efnir pulled Yukina around to relax, then led her to a nearby rest chair to do some muscle relaxation and stretching exercises.
Yukina stiffly bent her aching legs down and straightened her arms, the indoor light outlining the soft curves of her legs.
"Pretty good..."
Efnir pursed her lips, looked away, and smiled with narrowed eyes.
Yukina's training as an agent has been going on for two days. During these two days, Yukina's progress in all aspects is visible to the naked eye, which also worries Efnir.
To be honest, Yukina was working too hard, which made Efnir feel gratified but also a little sorry for her.
"Keep going like this, and you'll definitely gain much more power than I do."
"I'm still a long way from Naoko as good as Naoko..."
Unlike Efnir, who wore a relieved smile, Yukina lowered her gaze to her hands, not appearing particularly happy.
Yukina had seen Naoko's training demonstrations and could easily see the gap between herself and Naoko —a deep chasm, an unbridgeable distance.
"This is a process, take it slow, don't rush. As a beginner, you are already the most talented one I have ever seen."
"Is that so..."
Yukina blinked and looked up.
"Even though I know it in my heart, the thought that Naoko might leave at some point while I'm chasing after you makes it impossible for me to calm down..."
"No, I promise."
Efnir gently massaged the stiff muscles in Yukina's arms, speaking softly.
"Do you remember when we went to school together as children? Holding hands like this..."
Slowly, his fingertips brushed across Yukina's pale wrist and red palm, leaving a cool sensation on Yukina fingertips, before they gently interlocked.
"That way, we'll be in sync."
Yukina also slightly bent her knuckles and grasped Efnir's slightly cool hand.
Does it hurt?
"It doesn't hurt much..."
Yukina shook her head, Efnir smiled gently.
How does it feel compared to before?
"It's not as sore and numb anymore..."
"Yes, never push yourself too hard..."
"I'll listen to Naoko..."
"Are you thirsty? I'll go get you some water."
Efnir got up and walked to the side, while Yukina continued to relax and stretch her arm muscles. After completing fifty sets, Yukina sat down on a rest chair next to her.
The training ground was quiet, Yukina sighed softly.
"Call..."
She took a deep breath, tilted her chin back, and gently closed her eyes.
I'm really tired.
But it doesn't matter, because Naoko is here, so she gained courage.
180. Codename H [Sixth Update]
Late at night, C13 Block, East District, Xijing City --
"We have confirmed that the girl who made contact with the target is the mysterious hacker we have been searching for, codenamed Codename H. She appeared in the underground shelter at the sports stadium and bypassed our security system to control the 'door'."
"The crowd has been evacuated; the arrest operation is underway."
"Third Group, four, and six are in position!"
"Second and fifth groups, hold intersections three and four. First and seventh groups, follow me!"
Under the dim light of the streetlights and the cover of the deep darkness, Fushihara Ayaka personally led a team of several fully armed figures who moved swiftly forward from the pitch-black curtain.
Soon, they had completely surrounded the entrances and exits of an abandoned underground building shrouded in darkness.
"Ayse, Furan, and Miss Elincia, please remain here and act as instructed."
"Receive."
"Receive!"
"There are only two targets, but they are members of the 'Apostle,' so we must be prepared for any contingencies."
Fushihara Ayaka glanced behind her again, pulled down her goggles, and spoke quickly.
"Weapons permitted, attack now!"
The old iron door exploded with a deafening roar, and at the same time, blinding light burst forth inside the building. Fushihara Ayaka kicked the iron door open and rushed in first.
Karina and the girl Codename H were not the only ones here. As a former stronghold of the Gray Organization, there were other people here as well. Under the aftershocks of the explosion and the attack of the stun grenades, they didn't even have the strength to draw their guns and fight back before being subdued by the team members who rushed in.
"B-1 detected no target."
"Keep going."
Bang bang bang--
Gunfire flashed Fushihara Ayaka fired swiftly, taking down the figure rushing out of the stairwell.
Even though there was no evidence that these members of the Gray Organization had committed any crimes, Fushihara Ayaka showed them no mercy.
"Guard the elevator shaft and deploy the drone."
"Search for an entry point."
"Search target."
"The building here is very sturdy; it doesn't seem like it was used as a simple underground storage room... Team Seven, follow me!"
This operation involves the target Karina and Karina big fish caught as bait— Codename H, the mysterious hooded girl who first appeared in the Maesakagawa Incident, disguised as one of the "survivors" and brought back to Xijing City, and reappeared in the Sports Arena Corruption Incident to open the hidden passage of the refuge.
To ensure the mission's success, the Special Disaster Division deployed almost its entire special operations team. In addition, they received support from the Orderkeepers Organization —agent Tachibana Sara, codenamed Elincia, and agent Oguri Aya, codenamed Ayse.
And the newly returned agent, Shiina Rin Furan, codenamed Furan.
For this operation, the Orderkeepers Organization also dispatched its most core combat force among its existing agents.
"B-2 detected no target."
"B-3 detected no target."
In less than ten minutes, this underground facility had completely fallen under the control of Fushihara Ayaka.
However, neither Karina nor the person Codename H was found.
"Access the monitoring system and search the records. Did those people get any information?"
"They said the target had disappeared twenty minutes ago."
"The last location where it appeared?"
"In the storage room."
Fushihara Ayaka, carrying a gun, quickly followed her teammates to a room filled with various shelves of goods and old wooden crates.
She raised her flashlight and searched around.
"Captain, there are Trace of forced entry here."
One of the team members said.
Fushihara Ayaka arrived at the location indicated by her teammates. It was a dark passage covered in dust, but there were clearly new scratches on it.
"Tsk... You're too late... Go and bring everyone here! Make them tell you where this place leads!"
This is a long, narrow, dark passage leading from underground to the sewer network.
Fushihara Ayaka and the others moved quickly along the road.
On the ground, Elincia, Furan, and Ayse were stationed in three different directions, awaiting further instructions.
At that moment, a message came from Fushihara Ayaka.
"The target has left this area and is expected to be heading towards Crossroads 4. Elincia, Ayse, go to reinforce! Furan, you stay here and await their next move."
"Receive!"
"Receive."
A silver streak pierced the silence of the night sky, rapidly heading towards intersection number four.
"Group Five, the target is heading your way! Stop them! Await backup from the agent!"
"Groups three and four, proceed to provide support!"
"Receive!"
In the darkness, the lights provide only a narrow beam of light, and most areas of the streets are pitch black as night falls.
But this will not be an obstacle for the agent.
The view from this vantage point is incredibly expansive.
At that moment, gunshots rang out from ahead.