Event Story – THE LINK OF GUNSLINGER, ch.12

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Gast: W- What the heck...?
Ah, right. Want some coffee too, Marion? It's decaffeinated, so it's fine to drink it at night.
Wonder if I should call Ren too, while at it. He did say he likes coffee.

Marion: ...... That's it.

Gast: Mh?

Marion: I told you it's nothing. Find out yourself.
I don't need coffee, I'm going back to my room. You should think over your words and actions a bit more.

Gast: O- Okay...

What did he mean?



Ren, want some coffee~?

Ren: ......

Gast: Oh, you were cleaning your gun? I didn't mean to disturb you.
The competition is in just a bit, huh. I was a little panicked when we entered it since there weren't many days left.

Ren: ......

Gast: We didn't have a coach at first, but we're lucky Jay's helping us.

Ren: ... I guess you're right about that.
There are many things that we learn from Marion and instructor Lily, and being taught by another sector mentor is like the rookies camp, so... it's not that bad.

Gast: I know right ♪
Our teamwork also improved compared to the first day, so let's keep this pace up.
Also, let's win and have Marion brag about how cool his rookies are.
... Nah, I don't think Marion's gonna do that.

Ren: Doesn't he do that around Jacqueline?

Gast: (Good, I can talk with Ren just fine.
Did Jay say anything to him? I don't really get it, but gotta thank him again.)

! Oops... I got a call.
Hello? Yeah, what's up, you're calling so late...
Your territory was invaded? By those guys!?

Ren: ?

Gast: ... Got it, I'll go check. Don't be stupid and chase after them. Stay where you are until I get there, you hear me?

... Looks like things got messy again.

Ren: ... Are you going out? You stayed out late yesterday night, too.
You also said a bunch of things about a turf war when I went on a special mission in Chinatown, but is it still going on?

Gast: Aah, that was with some other guys... Lately, they're kinda consulting me again.
You're from Red South, so you should know? About the back of the bookstore in Carmine Street being a gathering spot for delinquents.

Ren: Yeah... I've heard rumors.

Gast: There have often​ been quarrels around there since long ago...
It seems to be the case this time around too, but... looks like some newcomers have started doin' whatever they wanted.

Ren: So you're going to help them? Isn't this those delinquents' problem?

Gast: ... Even if you call them delinquents, they're still my precious gang. 's not like I can leave them be.
Don't worry, I'll make sure not to cause trouble for you or anyone else.

Ren: ......

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