The gathering place for the Musou Iron Cavalry was decided to be Nirvana, a city in the northern part of Meltaria. Although Nirvana is not a large city by the standards of a metropolis, it is a historic area with numerous ancient ruins and a strong image as a tourist destination. The reason for choosing such a location for the assembly was simply its convenience for all squads to move from, given their positional relationships with the detached units.

Having settled on a destination, we were about to move when we received an urgent message from the Amuria Federation.

“Currently, the Amuria Federation is considering measures to counter the formation of the Raddle Axis Alliance. We are preparing to establish an unprecedented large-scale alliance and are thinking of building relations with the western nations.”

It seems that the name of that military alliance has been officially decided as the Raddle Axis Alliance. No longer hiding behind the facade of the Raddle Company, the contributors who gathered the Axis Alliance were now stepping into the spotlight.

“So, what kind of request do you have for us?”

“I have heard that the Musou Iron Cavalry is heading to the Meltaria Kingdom. We would like to accompany you.”

“Are you asking us to act as a liaison with the Meltaria Kingdom and the western nations?”

“Yes, unfortunately, the Amuria Federation has weak ties with the countries of the West. It would be a great help if the influential Musou Iron Cavalry could step in.”

“I understand. If that is your request, we will accept.”

Thus, I ended up accompanying the Amuria Federation’s delegation. I had assumed this delegation would be composed of diplomats and ministers, but to my surprise, it was led by President Ranelle herself.

“Ranelle, aren’t you busy with the reconstruction of the war-torn country?”

“I have created orders for all domestic regeneration plans and delegated the work. Right now, it is imperative to conclude a military agreement that will serve as a deterrent for defense as soon as possible. Therefore, I have brought key figures so we can sign the treaty on the spot if possible.”

“I see, so you’ve requested the main figures from various countries to gather for that reason.”

“Yes, normally such reckless collection would be difficult, but given the current Musou Iron Cavalry, I believed it was possible, and I humbly made the request.”

As Ranelle said, many countries, including the Meltaria Kingdom, were gathering in Nirvana due to the call of the Musou Iron Cavalry. According to Jean, the main reason was not our influence but rather the sense of crisis that every nation felt towards the Raddle Axis Alliance.

“By the way, I apologize regarding Yukiha. We will definitely rescue her.”

“No, if there was nothing the Musou Iron Cavalry could have done at that time, it would have resulted in the same outcome no matter who was present. Moreover, my sister is a strong person. She’s not the type to break easily just by being taken hostage, and I even think she might return on her own.”

Ranelle spoke bravely, perhaps trying to reassure us. However, I could not let those words comfort me; I vowed in my heart to rescue Yukiha and reclaim our hero without fail.