"Nagenda is continuing east. Akame is headed south. This town is where they were seen splitting into two groups."

"If we go east, we'll end up in Kyoroch, the Path of Peace's headquarters. If we go south, we'll run into cities sympathetic to the rebels." Bols stated the possibilities. "Their activities is suspicious either way."

"If we hurry, we can catch up to them."

"Hold on. Night Raid are enemies of the state. The wanted posters haven't been circulated this far out yet, so they lowered their guard, and that's how they were sighted. They were even seen splitting up. Isn't it a little too convenient?" Esdeath asked.

"I agree. It's very likely to be a trap." Ran stated. "Perhaps they wanted to be seen."

"Do they want to lure us from the capital and defeat us?" I asked.

"That's exactly what Nagenda would do. She fights calmly, but her heart burns with fervour."

"Which means following them will be dangerous." Wave thought.

"No, we can't let this chance pass us by. Night Raid's been careful to conceal themselves all this time, but now, they're practically showing off in front of us. Not only will we be prepared for the trap, but we will crush them. Seryu, Ran and I will pursue Najenda. Kurome Wave and Bols will go after Akame. Be aware of your surroundings at all times-"

"I think you forgot about me." I interrupted Esdeath.

"I was thinking you wouldn't want to face Akame again. Don't ask how I know your history. You want to join the mission, you go with Wave's Team. There's no shame in retreating if you're hopelessly outnumbered. I want you to give it all you're worth, but this isn't a suicide mission. They're the last remaining rats that defy the capital. Chase them down, and exterminate them!"

"Roger that!" And with that, we jumped on our horses and was off.

"So our opponents are the most powerful assassins in the enpire, Night Raid. I wonder if someone like me can win." Bols seemed to be doubting himself but Wave encouraged him,"it'll be fine. When I encountered a Night Raid member earlier, he refused to challenge my battle. But I could tell he was about as strong as I am."

"He was as strong as Tatsumi, I could tell. If we fight together, we'll definitely win. I just need blood to activate my weapon, but I lost too much and I'm still recovering. I need your help guys, I'm gonna use Night Raid's blood." I reminded.

"We remember, that's gonna be a piece. Bols, your Imperial Relic is excellent for taking on multiple opponents. Glad to have you with us."

"You think so?"

"You're good at saying what people want to hear, but you'll probably hold back the most, Wave." Kurome joked.

"What?! Are you saying we don't trust my skill?!"

"That's right. I feel like you'll buckle when we need you the most."

"If I activate Grand Chariot-"

"Then demonstrate your strength to me."

"I'd be happy to! This isn't the time to be fighting-"

"Hey, there's something ahead of us." I warned. "A scarecrow? Seriously? This is the most suspicious thing ever."

"If it's a trap, we might be in trouble. Let's check it carefully." We stopped in front of the scarecrow. I heard an explosion at the back of me seeing Kurome dodged it. Someone busted out of the scarecrow and dashed at Kurome. Wave blocked his attack but was blown away.

"Looks like our Sniper failed. But in terms of battle strategy, removing a combatant that we don't need to fight puts us at an advantage." It's Night Raid! But they're all here. This was a trap all along. "Kurome, Jan and Bols... you three are our targets among the Jaegurs. Prepare yourselves!" I'm useless right now. I need to get blood stat! I whispered to Bols. "I'm useless right now, and Kurome's become insane to destroy her sister. I ask again if I can stay and help you so I can get my chance to strike." Suddenly all types of different beings came out of the ground like zombies. There was a huge S-Class Danger Beast as well. He let his hand out and let Kurome jump on.

"Even an ultra-class Danger Beast like this destaghoul. Now, then. Let us begin this battle between Relic-wielders. I wonder how many will die?"