Mahouka Koukou no Re Volume 27 - Ch 3

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Though Edward Clark faced so obstacles while working on Project Dione, it continued to progress. The rate at which it progressed was accelerating, too: Clark no longer worked on the project alone, and at the mont, a group of independent scientists from the US National Science Agency were conducting simulations on the delivery of ice masses from Jupiter to Venus. Once these simulations were completed, the data would be used to create the necessary sequences of magic that take into account all possible factors.

The research staff of the National Science Agency were currently giving priority to providing water and lowering the temperature of Venus with a large amount of ice blocks being placed on Venus, and they planned on dealing with the problem of splitting up the atmosphere another ti. Edward Clark did not object to these policies.

He didn't care.

The terraforming of Venus was only a formal goal. The real goal of Project Dione was the expulsion of Shiba Tatsuya from Earth out of fear of his magic that converted mass directly into energy. And from this point of view, Project Dione had already failed.

The magical thermonuclear reactor power plant project, designed by Shiba Tatsuya, was steadily moving towards its implentation. Being a key figure in this project, Shiba Tatsuya had an excuse for not participating in the Dione Project.

The concept of such an installation is not new: first, build a large-scale power plant. Using the electricity produced, extract hydrogen from ocean water while extracting useful minerals purifying them from harmful substances. Using ordinary technology, this plan was unprofitable, but the use of the Star Reactor - a thermonuclear reactor using gravity control magic

makes it profitable. Edward Clark couldn't find a way to deny this.

The need for the Project Dione, with the official purpose of preparing for a shortage of living space as population increased, is still there, but it was now impossible to insist that Shiba Tatsuya must join the project. The star reactor was not necessary for the promotion of the Project Dione. Employees of the NSA calculated that the power required to carry out the mission in Jupiters orbit can be generated by solar energy. On the other hand, Shiba Tatsuya's plant project is based on the

construction of the Star Reactor. Star reactor plants can provide much more energy than other types of power plants. Because of this, many senators already felt that Tatsuyas experint should not be hindered. If Edward Clark continued to insist that Tatsuya must participate, the world could guess the true purpose of Project Dione.

Edward Clark knew that if the world figured out the true purpose of Project Dione, then it could never be achieved. There were always journalists trying to reveal the truth, regardless of the consequences. There was also the possibility that conclusions ford on the guesswork of people that couldn't be called full-fledged journalists would reveal the truth. Still, even in the current situation, Edward Clark did not give up on Project Dione. Searching for a clue that could turn the situation around, he was now looking through the information collected Hli?skjlf.

He had not returned ho for more than ten days, and he had not t with his son in more than half a month. Because of this, Clark did not yet know that Raymond had beco a Parasite (though this was probably more negligence on his own part).

Clark had given his permission for Raymond to go to Japan through a text ssage, but other than this, he did not know Raymonds situation.

Clark once again entered into the sea of information contained in Hli?skjlf today. Using the original terminal had its benefit, as well: unlike the terminals scattered around the world, the original supercomputer could analyze and process data in addition to accessing it. Using an AI helper, Clark was looking for a way to change the situation, but could not find a suitable plan.

Finally, at about 15 oclock, as he was beginning to succumb to fatigue, he was distracted by a call.

Dr. Clark, how are you?

Igor Bezobrazov appeared on the display, who he had not been able to contact for a long ti.

Dr. Bezobrazov, long ti no see. Honestly, things are not going very well with .

I see, but this is not my fault.

Clark could barely restrain the urge to swear in response, but Bezobrazov did not seem to care about this reaction.

I failed - this is a fact, but the initial reason is that the project of the plant with the Star Reactor could not be stopped by political ans. Bezobrazov opted not to take bla for his failure to kill Tatsuya using his Strategic Class magic, Tuman Bomba

In your position, doctor, it was inevitable.

It was unnecessary to quarrel now. Still, Clarks voice contained so barb to it that he could not quite remove.

I appreciate your understanding. In my position, I could not let Shiba Tatsuya go.

Bezobrazov chose to ignore the barb in Clarks voice, rather focusing on his intent as he also realized the necessity of cooperation in their circumstances.

But now the situation has beco even worse! Clark exclaid.

However, Bezobrazovs response, in which there as not even a hint of self-reflection, caused an explosion of anger in Clark.

Killing Shiba Tatsuya. Wonderful plan! Nothing can be done that he failed. Just the enemy was stronger.

Bezobrazov on the screen made a displeased face, but Clark had expected this.

But thanks to your hostile actions, the peaceful nature of Project Dione is now in doubt, Clark continued.

Was there any reason to pretend to be a peaceful project? Bezobrazov asked.

Huh? Clark replied, confused.

Even after seeing the anger evident on Clarks face, Bezobrazov kept his cynic tone.

The purpose of Project Dione is the elimination of the Strategic Class Magician Shiba Tatsuya. If this goal is achieved, the developnt of Venus will not matter.

Clark had nothing he could object to in this statent. Bezobrazov had accurately stated the purpose of Project Dione.

Then, Doctor, do you have any ideas?

Clark's question was from despair.

I dont know if you can call it much of an idea, but I do have a one-sentence offer, Bezobrazov responded.

Bezobrazovs answer surprised Clark, as he did not expect Bezobrazov to have anything specific.

I'm listening to you.

Even though Clark only asked this to gain ti, he still desired to find a way out of the current impasse.

The current conflict was launched unilaterally by the Great Asian Alliance, but tomorrow it is planned to end this war with the victory of our country. Bezobrazov stated this with confidence.

Doctor, will you be using Tuman Bomba? Clark asked.

I am.

The view that the war would be over by the singular use of Strategic Class Magic seed nave at first glance. However, the Great Asian Alliance launched this war under the assumption of the absence of Bezobrazov. Clark understood that if Tuman Bomba was used, the Great Asian Alliance would quickly end the war.

The Great Asian Alliance initially invaded the Primorsky Territory of the New Soviet Union, and finding that there was not a counterattack with Tuman Bomba, continued their attack. Because of this, if they were to receive a powerful blow by the Bezobrazovs Strategic Class Magic, their morale would be broken and the war would be unable to be continued. Since the armies of the New Soviet Union and the Great Asian Alliance were approximately equal, the loss of morale of the Great Asian Alliances army would be fatal. Thus, the Great Asian Alliance would soon opt out of the war and the victory of the New Soviet Union would be assured. At least, this was the reasoning of Clark and Bezobrazov.

After this victory, our country will go south into the Sea of Japan.

Are you planning an invasion of Japan!? Clark exclaid.

Justification has not yet been invented, but dont worry. Were not going to land on Honshu because it will not be an invasion operation aid towards getting new territories.

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Clark was amazed that Bezobrazov was seriously considering invading Japan.

You seem to understand. True, it will be a deceptive maneuver. I assu you know where the construction of the Star Reactor plant is taking place? Bezobrazov confird.

On a volcanic island called "Miyaki Island