Story Reader / Interlude / The Land of the Fallen Star / Story
You looking for me?
Take a seat. I wanted to talk about the retreat operation and some other news.
...There's no need.
You have the right to know.
Are you worried that I know too much?
...Our investigation shows Cyril was the leader of the Punishing Rebels. Not sure if he was the only leader, or if there were others.
But we are certain that he had everything planned from the moment he approached the operation.
They aren't a significant threat to Babylonia yet. But considering how little time they had to prepare, and how quickly they assembled with limited resources...
And their ability to plan and execute such an ambush...
All I can say is, thanks to you, we didn't lose Halcyon 2.
That group mostly consists of ex-soldiers of the old government who aren't satisfied with the operation commands we have now. They have already left since Cyril exposed himself.
We managed to kill or capture some of them, but a lot had escaped and are still active.
If we do nothing, they may grow into a large threat.
...
Seeing your contribution to the last operation, HQ decided to officially grant you access to Babylonia.
You will be transferred to the Babylonia protection team and head to another launch base...
Actually, I also wanted to talk to you.
Yes?
I would like to leave Babylonia.
Watanabe? You know you will face a court-martial for that, don't you?
I've made up my mind. And you know, once I've decided to do something, nothing can stop me.
I know.
But why? Because of Cyril? Or...
Stop pretending like you care. I'm going to contact the ground military bases that have fallen out of the organization. Is that what you expected?
...As a military man, I understand how you feel.
Well, I would kindly ask you for a favor then.
But you do know Constructs are important assets of Babylonia, right?
...
I know there's one shuttle heading to the ground today, shipping "scrapped" Constructs.
As for your "asset"... I will return it to where it came from.
But you probably know about my very first frame.
...That frame will allow you to easily enter the shuttle without being discovered.
(Lets out a bitter smile) But you know I wasn't talking about the frames.
Anyway, I understand. Last but not least...
Watanabe, on behalf of Babylonia, I would like to thank you for all you have done.
Thank you for your service for Babylonia and the entire humanity.
...
Well... Till we meet again.
I hope that we're both alive till then.
