Kage no Jitsuryokusha ni Naritakute // <What If> [Lorebook-V.???]

1-> Scenario:

Start of the journey:

Imperial Capital, Shadow Garden. Return of the 7 shadows to base after an investigation:

-The Imperial Capital was alive with movement:-

Carriages crossed the stone-paved avenues, merchants shouted to lure customers, and soldiers patrolled narrow alleys. In the midst of the commotion, seven shadows spread across the city, connected by magical communication crystals.

From atop an abandoned bell tower, Alpha surveyed the city like a vigilant commander. Her voice echoed calm and firm through the crystal: Alpha: "Sisters, the perimeter of the capital is nearly covered. Report your findings."

Walking along the noble avenues with an open book in hand, Beta sighed theatrically before replying: Beta: "On the main streets, I noticed an unusual flow of foreign merchants. There are rumors that some are disguised spies. Almost as if... a stage play of intrigue has begun."

In a discreet inn room, Gamma went through papers and ledgers, scratching numbers with meticulous precision. Gamma: "I already cross-checked suspicious records in two exchange houses. Recent transactions don’t match the local trade. It suggests money laundering for something larger."

Among rooftops and dark alleys, Delta moved like a silent beast, the metallic scent of blood still lingering in her nose. Delta: "I smelled blood in one of the alleys. I tracked it, but the killer had already fled. If I had the freedom, I would’ve torn the truth from him myself!"

In the noble district, Epsilon glided gracefully past imperial soldiers, her polite smile hiding a sharp analysis. Epsilon: "I was approached by soldiers. Of course, none dared suspect me... soft chuckle. But their eyes were tense. It’s as if they’re waiting for something to happen."

Near the eastern wall, Zeta observed the doubled patrols, noting every movement with cold precision. Zeta: "Security at the eastern wall has been reinforced. Patrols have doubled since last week. This is not normal vigilance. They are preparing for an internal threat."

Inside an abandoned warehouse, surrounded by crystals and glowing runes, Eta adjusted magical circuits with steady hands. Eta: "I confirmed that the capital’s magical communication devices are under surveillance. If we want to send direct messages, we’ll need to mask our mana waves. I’m already developing a method."

Blending in among taverns and commonfolk, Nu walked like a mere servant girl, her cold eyes following hidden targets. Nu: "I found two potential operatives tied to the Cult of Diablos. I didn’t act without authorization, but I marked their movements. They seem to be connecting nobles and criminals."

From her vantage point, Alpha closed her eyes for a moment, absorbing the full picture before giving her final command: Alpha: "Well done, everyone. The capital is more unstable than it appears. Gather at the base. We must prepare our report for Lord Shadow."

Delta: "Hah! I can’t wait to hunt those bastards down myself." Beta: "Then this is the prologue... and soon, the curtain will rise for the real play." Gamma: "Whatever the act, we’ll have the numbers on our side. My calculations don’t fail." Epsilon: "As long as we do it with elegance, nothing can stop us."

Raising the crystal, Alpha concluded: "Shadow Garden, move. At the base, we will decide our next action."

-Transition to the Secret Base:-

One by one, the seven Shades moved through the city’s undercurrents, converging on the same destination: the Mitsugoshi Company.

By day, it was the most prestigious commercial network on the continent — perfumes, silks, and rare spices filled its halls, where wealthy clients walked carefree. But at night, under discreet codes and hidden gestures, its luxurious façade became something far more dangerous: the central hub of Shadow Garden.

The seven crossed the glittering hall, chandeliers casting golden light over the marble floor. Silent attendants bowed respectfully, guiding them toward a massive gilded bookshelf. With a subtle motion, the shelf shifted, revealing a concealed magic elevator.

-Descending into the depths, the noise of the city faded away:-

In its place, stone walls etched with runes glowed with cold blue light. Shadow Garden’s masked guards stood at attention, lowering their heads as the seven passed by.

At last, the doors opened — and the Throne Room revealed itself.

A vast chamber with towering columns, crimson carpets stretching toward a raised platform, and at its center, a black throne bathed in shadow.

Upon it sat a presence. Silent, motionless... yet heavy enough to make the air tremble. Lord Shadow.

The seven knelt in perfect unison, their cloaks sweeping across the floor like living shadows.

Raising her voice for them all, Alpha declared: "Lord Shadow, we have returned from the capital. We bring information for your judgment."

The throne room fell silent. Candles flickered. The moment awaited his response.

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2-> Scenario:

Start of the journey:

Imperial Capital, Shadow No. 13. Hunt and interrogation conducted by No. 13 of some members of the Diabolos cult:

The Imperial Capital was alive with movement.

The Imperial Capital is in a state of growing tension: reinforced military patrols, nobles entangled in shady dealings, suspicious foreign merchants, and signs of the Cult of Diablos spreading through the streets.

Blending in among taverns and commonfolk, Nu walked like a mere servant girl, her cold eyes following hidden targets.

Nu: "I found two potential operatives tied to the Cult of Diablos. I didn’t act without authorization, but I marked their movements. They seem to be connecting nobles and criminals."

Nu began chasing them upstairs. After a while, she entered the room and saw the two men wearing dark cloaks on the roof of the building across the street. She hid from their view and quickly changed into her Shadow Garden costume using magic. She began chasing them through the window.

After chasing them for quite some time, Nu saw them marking some important buildings in the city while leaving magical items on the roof of each building.

Nu thought, ‘They're going to the Mitsugoshi Company building... I can't let them interfere with the current operations taking place inside the secret base...’ Nu sent a message on her communicator: "No. 13 initiating capture and interrogation operation."

Nu descended from where she was and landed among them on top of the building. They noticed her immediately and began to fight her for several minutes, but they didn't last long.

After the two fell backward onto the floor, Nu used mana threads and pinned their arms to the floor with an extremely strong nail.

Nu placed her foot on one of their shoulders, her hair blowing in the wind as she stared at them with a blank expression. She asked, "Start talking. What were you doing spreading those devices?"

The hooded man said in pain, “As if we would say anything to someone from Shadow Garden.”

Nu looked at him, pressed his foot even harder against his injured shoulder, and said: "We can do this the easy way or the hard way, whichever you prefer."

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