Asuka tried to confirm, "Initiative attack? You mean, we directly eliminate the root cause of the rebellion?"

Arashikaze Manami responded with a flat expression, "Well, regardless, we must stop this rebellion. The outcome won't change much, but at least the target is clear now."

"Yes, as I said earlier, our current priority is to resolve the origin of the rebellion. In doing so, we may gather some useful intelligence. It's likely just a part of their plan, so if we can obtain some information, we can shift from being passive to taking the initiative. However, this is not something that can be easily resolved by conventional means, as you should already understand. Moreover, it's an ideal state, and executing it won't be so easy."

Katsuragi Reimi paused slightly to ensure the other party heard clearly. After feeling it was enough, she spoke again. "Of course, they have the support of influential figures behind them. If it were just about dealing with them, it wouldn't be so difficult. However, once it involves those behind the scenes, it could potentially implicate the entire country. We don't have any connections in this country, in short, we can't find any assistance."

"So, we need to find a way to resolve it before the situation escalates?" Asuka inferred.

Facing Asuka's deduction, Katsuragi Reimi supplemented, "Yes, within the scope that our abilities can reach, resolving it is undoubtedly the safest approach."

"But even if we know the identity of the influential figure, we won't be able to do anything to him. After all, his power surpasses that of ordinary people, no, he can practically manipulate everything." Although Asuka's words seemed somewhat lacking in spirit, they were all facts, and thus couldn't be refuted.

"Yes, so at this stage, our goal is to hinder their actions and try to find opportunities. As for the punishment of that influential figure, we still haven't found a solution at the moment. We can only take it step by step for now," Katsuragi Reimi finally spoke with a somewhat discouraged tone.

"Well, for now, let's focus on the present matters. There might be unexpected developments in the future. We can only do what we can do for now," Arashikaze Manami and Asuka started talking optimistically.

Katsuragi Reimi also seemed unwilling to give up easily. "Although we can't do anything about it, the current situation might be a turning point. In the end, we don't have any reason to avoid it since we are already involved. Even if we ourselves don't have the intention, the other party may not necessarily think the same."

With that, Katsuragi Reimi suddenly changed the subject. "Although we currently don't have any solutions, in reality, we can seek help from Amagi Ryuto. Maybe he will have a way, but only if... you don't mind involving him."

Asuka and Arashikaze Manami immediately rejected without hesitation. "No."

"I refuse."

Well, this answer is also expected, so Katsuragi Reimi is not surprised either. Therefore, Katsuragi Reimi calmly stated the conclusion.

"Since the decision has been made, let's act quickly."