-13- A battle just like playing house

Regarding Rozen's lazy personality, Olga Marie does indeed harbor various dissatisfactions. However, most of this dissatisfaction stems from a feeling of wanting him to improve.

In other words, at least when it comes to Rozen's abilities, Olga Marie acknowledges them.

Even though Olga Marie doesn't have a detailed understanding of Rozen's current magical accomplishments, she doesn't believe he would be held back by this situation. Besides...

"With his level of Summoning, it shouldn't be difficult for him to summon a familiar that can fly, allowing him to directly escape the encirclement," Olga Marie responded to Lev in this manner.

She believes that with Rozen's tactical mind capable of formulating plans to lure and assassinate enemies, he should have considered this possibility.

"Moreover, since he has already secured such a high vantage point, as long as there are no mistakes, it won't be easy for the enemy to climb up and take down those positioned on the high ground," she added.

Therefore, Olga Marie doesn't think Rozen will end the simulated battle here.

However...

"I also thought the same," Lev said, looking at the scene unfolding on the screen with a somewhat helpless or bitter tone, "but it seems the situation is once again going beyond our expectations."

Hearing this, Olga Marie first froze for a moment, then as the scene on the screen unfolded, she lost her composure.

Contrary to Olga Marie and Lev's expectations, Rozen, who should have calmly handled this situation, not only failed to summon a familiar capable of flying to escape the encirclement, but also didn't completely assassinate the approaching enemies. Despite persistently killing dozens of lizardmen, one straggler managed to climb up a tree and sneak behind him.

"After exposing his entire back, Rozen, the moment the nearby Servants just started to react and prepare to kill the incoming enemies, was hit by an angry lizardman with a forceful shout, using a thick stick to strike a critical blow.

"First Master Battle Simulation, simulation battle ended."

"Time used: 18 minutes 54 seconds."

"Battle evaluation: Pass."

"Spiritron Dive terminated."

Under the mechanical sound effects, everyone in the command room fell silent.

Lev's expression remained helpless.

Olga Marie stood there, her face showing uncontrollable anger.

Watching this scene completely, Romani, who was standing amidst the "cubicles" monitoring the Masters' physical conditions, scratched his head and sighed.

"Now, things will be in chaos again..."

As soon as he finished speaking, the "cubicle" beside him opened.

...

"Phew..."

After ending the simulation battle, Rozen came out of the "cubicle" and let out a sigh of relief. Then, as if he had finished dealing with a troublesome matter, he casually shared his thoughts.

"Let's go back to playing games."

His nonchalant words, devoid of any nervousness or dejection, made Romani show a very complex expression.

There was only one more sentence to say.

"Why do I, Romani Archaman, have such a terrible little brother?"

Romani Archaman - that was Romani's full name.

However, for some reason, people in Chaldea only called him "Roman," and those who used his full name were few and far between.

As for himself, he claimed that compared to his tasteless name, the nickname "Roman" had a certain elegance and a sense of romance, so he gladly accepted it.

Thanks to this, Rozen, being his younger brother, was given the nickname "Rozen" for the same reason.

As for Rozen's full name...

"Rorelai Arnett!"

A sharp shout echoed throughout the entire central control room, announcing Rozen's full name with all its syllables.

The anger and fury in the voice made everyone present shiver, and even Romani broke into a cold sweat.

Accompanied by such rage, Olga Marie came down from the command room and went straight to Rozen.

Naturally, her beautiful face was already distorted by intense anger.

"Director...?"

Seeing Olga Marie exuding intense anger, Romani attempted to say something in defense of Rozen, but his voice was timid and ineffective.

In such a situation, Olga Marie's furious voice instantly overwhelmed Romani's feeble attempt to speak up.

Olga Marie stared at Rozen with rage and loudly demanded an explanation.

"What on earth happened to cause this result!?"

In the face of Olga Marie's questioning, Romani dared not say another word. Even Lev, who came down from the command room with Olga Marie, had a hesitant look and seemed to realize that he couldn't persuade her this time, so he could only follow her silently.

On the other hand, Rozen, as the person involved, showed a rather indifferent response, as if he had already anticipated this situation.

"What happened? As you saw, I ended the simulation battle."

His answer showed no remorse, further fueling Olga Marie's anger.

"Are you trying to deceive me!?" Olga Marie said through gritted teeth. "You clearly have the ability to resolve the situation and continue the simulation battle, so why did it end up like that!?"

The only response to this question was one sentence.

"It's just a playhouse-like battle, isn't it? Passing is enough, right?" Rozen replied, sounding uninterested as if it didn't matter.

This response clenched Olga Marie's fists.

A playhouse-like battle?

Passing is enough?

"To ensure the preservation of humanity, to continue the future of human history, and to protect the world of humanity, Chaldea was established. You Masters exist for this purpose. The simulation battles are necessary training and experiments that represent the meaning of Chaldea and the hope of humanity. And you dare say it's like playing house? That passing is enough?" Olga Marie's voice became low and intense due to her strong emotions.

"What do you take this place for? What do you take the responsibility of safeguarding humanity for?"

Her words clearly resonated in Rozen's ears.

Rozen glanced at Olga Marie and then spoke words that completely contradicted all her convictions.

"Isn't it just an experiment for your self-satisfaction?"

His mocking words triggered a complete emotional breakdown in Olga Marie.

"Get out!"

Olga Marie's command echoed throughout the space.

"My Chaldea doesn't need someone like you!"

And so, Rozen left the control room.

In the worst possible way.