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Berger said that he had encountered spider-shaped Crag Mutants multiple times. It was an abnormality unseen in the shafts of Units 11 and 8, but curiously frequent in Unit 14’s route.
So, what was the reason? Something that existed only in M13-5, but not in M13-1 or M13-2, must have been involved, likely an unidentified spider-type monster, an exodimensional being that not only subdued four A-rank mercenaries, but also created puppets wearing their skins.
This isn’t something to be talked out, Leon thought.
The impostors masquerading as Unit 14 were perfect. Even Karen or Geoff, both a cut above him when it came to their eyes, had failed to notice.
They had copied not just appearances, but voices and mannerisms exactly. That meant no one here could identify their true nature through skill alone.
And if I try talking, I’ll just give them time to prepare. Whether they only copied appearances, or copied abilities too… The first case is okay, but the second is dangerous.
Spies and schemes had always been active on battlefields for a reason. There was nothing more threatening than someone you thought was an ally stabbing you in the back.
He considered pretending to be fooled by their act, but the risk of a pre-emptive strike was too high. So, he moved quietly toward Berger. Hearing something a hundred times couldn’t match seeing it once, and he planned to expose their true identity himself.
Holding his breath, lowering his body, Leon stopped within striking range. Berger...
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