The concept of consciousness within humanity holds various meanings depending on the perspective or understanding one adopts.
Many intellectuals equate human consciousness with the soul, while others see it merely as the mind, and some perceive it as our ability to think.
Then here comes the questions.
So, what actually happens if someone possesses more than one consciousness within themselves?
Does it mean they have multiple souls within them?
Are they an extraordinary person for having twice what an ordinary person possesses?
Could they peel peanuts with both hands simultaneously?
What if one consciousness experiences what the other thinks?
Can they look in different directions at the same time because they have two distinct consciousnesses, potentially with differing viewpoints? And then some, and then some.
Humanity have long asked and answered these questions in their quest to truly understand themselves, as there're countless questions one might ponder about consciousness.
How about you, Stranger?
Who do you think you are? Are you truly what you believe yourself to be? Be afraid not and don't answer just yet, because in the end such truths may not really matters after all.
What truly matters right now, is the beginning of another chapter in this story.
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「Chamber of Mind」
In a place, realm, time, or dimension contained within a person's mind, there exists a shattered space filled with hues of color that saturate every corner and edge.
It wasn't a place of harmony, but rather a chaotic space resembling a realm of static—disturbing and cryptic.
This place is known as the Chamber of Mind. It is a subconscious realm created by and from Zeimachi's consciousness.
A space that houses different personas and other aspects of his mind, making it a place called "home" where these personas reside.
This space can be described as his personal realm of imagination, much like the world a child creates. However, just because something is born from imagination doesn't mean it can't become reality.
If he wishes, he can manifest the Chamber of Mind in his own way, as long as certain rules apply.
"Back in here again, huhuhu." 「El Dust」
The space was initially created through the power of the Feather, the Divine Key of Consciousness that he received from someone in the past.
When he received it for the first time, it was a tool not only capable of influencing the consciousness of others but also of affecting his own consciousness.
It was through this tool that he was able to unlock 120% of his potential as well.
However, there's no such thing as a free power-up for him back then. In the end, as payment for his actions, his mind, heart, and body were left shattered like a broken ship that still refuses to sink, much like it is right now.
"Now where's my other brothers hmm?" 「El Dust」
Because no matter how strong a human body and heart could be, his mind will stay.
They're not unbreakable, but they're anti-fragile.
"Hoou? Looks like they already started the fun without me? Huhuhu. Shall I surprise them?" 「El Dust」
Within this realm of static, where no directions could be discerned, El Dust continued walking deeper into its depths. Only he knew his destination, but judging by the sudden appearance of a door, it seemed as though his path was guided.
Looks like he he wasn't truly lost after all.
"How will you all rates my performance!!!" El Dust entered the door, before he then spun stylishly with his usual musing.
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「St. Freya Academy」
As the day approached evening, on the other hand, the three sisters were nearing the end of their first day at school. The sounds of bustling students passing through the gates filled the air as they left, either with new friends or with their own experiences.
However it should be noted that for the three sisters, they're only ALMOST done with their school day, not quite finished yet. There's still one small issue they had to resolve together.
"I don't think my hand... could do more than this..." 「Kiana」
"You can scratch your head, can't you? Use that impulse to finish your writing. Move it, move it, move it." 「Theresa」
"Scratching my head and writing hundreds of papers are completely different! You relentless aunty!" 「Kiana」
Theresa glanced at her, and Kiana fell silent returning to her task. Especially when Theresa added, "Should I add another hundred to yours, K-I-A-N-A?" Kiana fell even quieter instantly.
Firstly, regarding their current situation... in short, their escape plan failed.
Stuff happened and instead of heading to the Forest of Shinano, they found themselves in the detention room of St. Freya Academy, each tasked with writing a hundred letters of apology directly in front of the Principal.
Of course, Theresa had already lightened the punishment for them.
She wasn't so harsh as to make their first day such an unpleasant experience. Furthermore, she knew how to balance tough love and leniency, given her dual roles as both their principal and aunt.
Regardless of her position, Theresa was relieved to see that the three of them didn't seem as worried as they were earlier this morning. It also eased some of her own concerns.
"What Theresa-chan is saying is right, you lazy Kiana. By the way, I'm just about to finish my eighty," Sirin boasted, waving a piece of paper at her side, only to be reprimanded by Theresa for unnecessary provocation.
"Ouch... what about Bianca?" Sirin asked as she rubbed her smacked head.
To everyone's surprise, Bianca responded, "Hmm? I've already finished all of mine." This was especially surprising for Kiana, who was still procrastinating on her assignment, while Sirin herself seemed to think it was perfectly normal.
"Principal, is it okay for me to wait here? I won't disturb them." 「Bianca」
Raising her hand, the eldest sister called out to the little principal who had already confirmed that Bianca had indeed completed everything without a single mistake. Theresa knew well that Bianca was a diligent student, so she didn't think much of it.
"Do as you wish, but make sure to follow through with your words." 「Theresa」
"Yes, I will." 「Bianca」
With her desk now clear of writing utensils, Bianca calmly sat back in her chair.
While she tried to encourage her younger sisters from the side, the blonde girl intended to pass the time by reading a book. Lately, reading had become her daily routine and a way to entertain herself in the man time.
Two books were pulled from her bag, one with a white cover and the other red. The white book bore the title, "The Laugh of Medusa," with a bookmark inside marking her progress. Meanwhile, the red-covered book had a title that made Bianca... exclaim in surprise.
"!!!" 「Bianca」
Whatever the title of the red book was, it was clearly not what Bianca intended to read. In fact, upon realizing she shouldn't have brought it to school, she quickly returned it to her bag, hiding it deep inside as if it were her darkest secret.
"What's wrong? Toilet call?" 「Sirin」
"N-No, nothing like that," Bianca replied, trying to calm her racing heart.
"Hmm..." 「Kiana」
At the same time, seeing how relaxed Bianca was spurred Kiana into action with renewed resolve. "Alright! I'm picking up speed too!" she exclaimed, her fingers moving swiftly across the paper as if she were a brand-new machine.
Kiana finished those hundred papers with ease, as if she were simply flipping a piece of toast in her hand. Even Sirin was surprised by the hidden talent that lazy Kiana was displaying.
However, despite the speed of her work, Theresa scolded her for her messy writing.
"Scribbles don't count, do it again." 「Theresa」
"Eeeeeehhhhh!?" 「Kiana」
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With their school day over, the three sisters finally headed home, now accompanied by Theresa and her luggage. From the small woman's chatter, it seemed Theresa had been longing to visit their home for some time.
Well, she's still worried that the three girls might run off to forbidden areas the moment she took her eyes off them. So she might as well tagged along with them.
"Oof!? Aunty Theresa, what are these heavy stuff?!" 「Kiana」
"Just a few gifts, and there are some things for you all in there too." 「Theresa」
"Really!? Yippee- Huh!? I mean... r-really? Thank you... I guess," Kiana said despite looking a bit shy, but what was that "yippee" just now. It seemed like she was trying to be more reserved.
The distance from home to school was easily walkable, but due to the Principal's busy schedule, the four of them decided to take a vehicle and stop at the nearest bus stop to their house. Theresa mentioned she would also leave their house in the same manner.
Seated in their passenger seats, they resumed chatting while taking in the views outside the window, where the bustling streets of Soukai City grew busier as the evening approached.
"Hey, Bianca. About that book..." 「Sirin」
"W-What book?" Bianca quickly moved to cover her bag.
"Hmm? I was just wondering if you still have some of your old books from last year. You know, the ones I could borrow? You've got some, right?" Sirin asked casually.
"Oh... ah, you mean those books. Sure, I have some notes and textbooks that could be useful. Here I was thinking you were asking about something else..." Bianca replied, wiping an imaginary bead of sweat from her forehead.
Noticing how unusual it was to see her typically dependable sister on edge like this, Sirin couldn't help but feel suspicious of Bianca's behavior.
Furthermore as she keep observing on how Bianca seemed to be always hiding her bag in the most unreachable place, 'There must be something in there!' Sirin suspected that her sister was hiding something in her bag.
With a hint of curiosity, 'Key of Void, maybe I could use it?' Sirin intended to utilize one of her unique abilities granted by Honkai. If she proceeded cautiously, she could potentially peer into Bianca's bag using this ability.
All she only required just a bit of Void Distortion...
"..." 「Theresa」
"A-Aunty?!" 「Sirin」
Unfortunately, Theresa's unbroken stare made Sirin abandon her attempt. Her effort failed, and they eventually arrived at the bus stop near their home.
Kiana jumped off while carrying several boxes and parcels along with Bianca's help. Meanwhile Sirin, the girl who've been caught attempting to use her unique ability, she received a mild scolding from Theresa beside her.
"What're you trying to do back then?" 「Theresa」
"...Nothing." 「Sirin」
Now with just a few minutes' walk remaining, they would soon reach their beloved home. The cheerful white-haired girl seemed eager to open the boxes and packages they carried. Always striving to be ahead of the others.
"There should be meat in here, right?! I can't wait to eat at home~ And Aniki should be coming back tonight, right?" 「Kiana」
"Well, who knows. But if he does come back tonight, I'm DEFINITELY going to ask him everything!" Sirin exclaimed, clenching her harmless fist.
While the two girls grew impatient with their desires, Theresa, the figure who had provided this information, watched them from behind. Her face had a slight sense of guilt for deceiving her two nieces.
"Theresa-sama, what exactly is Brother doing with the girl named Moriarty?" Bianca then whispered to Theresa who was beside her, "(Whisper) We know a bit about some of his work, but he should have stopped in that field, shouldn't he?"
"There's no need to worry," Theresa reassured her. "He'll come home as usual, with that silly look on his face. Besides, you know the best he's a big brother who wouldn't do anything to disappoint his little sisters. Hmph, that little siscon!"
Closing her eyes, Theresa allowed memories of the past to gently fade into her heart. Like longtime companions and partners who understood each other well, her words carried a nostalgic aura tinged with a hint of sadness in the afternoon light that bathed them.
Fortunately, Bianca who still didn't quite grasp the concept of love, didn't fully understand the meaning behind the small woman's expression.
"... Alright," Bianca nodded.
"But well... knowing him, he might take more time with his affairs, you know how he is? He could be out somewhere right now, or doing something stupid. Sigh, why does he have to be so much like Siegfried in this aspect." 「Theresa」
The blonde girl also looked ashamed, "I'm sorry..."
"If he's doing that, then I'll smack him! How dare he go out without inviting us!" Kiana interjected, demonstrating her shadow boxing moves. It's amazing that she could move despite handling numerous stuff on her hands.
And as usual on their familiar days, they continued their steps toward what they called home. However, before all that, Theresa had to answer a call. One that suddenly appeared, and she didn't want to pick up.
"You two go ahead, I know the way from around here." 「Theresa」
"Then let's meet again at there, Theresa-sama."「Bianca」
With the surroundings quieting down, Theresa settled onto a nearby stone. Only a few birds and insects moved about. It was a serene spot, ideal for taking the incoming call that was now ringing.
With yet another sigh, "Sigh... what kind of bad news now," she glanced at her screen silently before picking up, "My greetings for you, Kallen-sama," and instantly, her feelings and mood took a downturn.
"...What?" 「Theresa」
Upon hearing news from her device, Theresa's small yet steady hand instinctively moved to her clothing pocket, tightly grasping the ring hidden within that she always kept and could never forget.
Her mind briefly drifted away from her body, before the voice from her communication device informed Theresa that she was not allowed to interfere.
"I... I mustn't interfere? What do you mean by that—hello? Hello!?" 「Theresa」
Her exasperation was directed back at the communication device, because based on the news from the caller, it seemed the Zeimachi she used to know had become entangled in an even bigger problem, one that she couldn't even begin to fathom.
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On the other side, while Theresa was grappling with half of the unfolding reality, there was a man aboard the Millennium Falcon spacecraft with his fellow passengers, Yae Rin and Higokumaru.
His current self was enjoying the moment, unaware of the consequences of his actions in Soukai City. "Let's go! Rin-kun, hold on tight! It's time for the Cut-back-drop-turn!"
Since opportunities to pilot a spacecraft didn't come often, he also experimented with unique tricks stored in his memory. He even let Yae Rin try her hand at piloting the Millennium Falcon.
"N-No I'm fine!" but Yae Rin refused.
"Is that so... but are you sure? You can take the wheel if you want to try once. Up we go!" He tightened the modified safety belt around her seat as he spoke, just before the ship ascended back into the skies.
Whether it was spinning tricks in mid-air, diving and immediately changing direction, or other acrobatic moves, the persona tried various maneuvers like a freestyler using the spaceship.
If only there were freestyle spaceship competitions, he would surely excel.
Speaking of floating objects, "...I, I want to faint again..." Higokumaru has now returned to be fully conscious, or... at least that's how it should be.
It was all due to her link, which had now fully recovered since their spaceship had returned to the planet where the spirit resided. However, after all the freestyle moves and shakes on the Millennium Falcon, "...I can't..." it seemed Higokumaru might faint again.
"Onii-san, let's just leave it at that, okay? I don't think Higokumaru can handle more than this."「Yae Rin」
"If that's the case then can't be helped, put her in the rest room. It's cold and comfy in there."「Nanekluh ref Rednialsig」
"Alright. Higokumaru, let's go."「Yae Rin」
Allowing Higokumaru to rest inside the restroom, Yae Rin then returned to the room of the spacecraft pilot, who had evidently retired from his career as a freestyler.
The man appeared to be pressing and manipulating several buttons, quite a few in number. Intrigued, Yae Rin resumed to wonder after sitting down in the empty seat of co-pilot beside him.
"Where are we going now?" Yae Rin startled the man.
Nanekluh ref Rednialsig then explained that he was currently searching for the location or coordinates of the City of Soukai. Due to the planet's vast size and his own actions, they had strayed a bit off course.
Upon hearing this, Yae Rin became confused. Where exactly were they now? That's what she asked the pilot.
"Maybe another continent? Take a look outside, there should be something amazing down there," Nanekluh ref Rednialsig suggested as he keep tinkering with the control panel.
Following his suggestion, the cherry-haired girl looked out of one of the installed windows. Gazing at the illuminated landscape below, Yae Rin suddenly realized that the scenery was vastly different from Soukai City.
A field where hot sands and dusty winds blow, devoid of forests or green grass, filled her entire view. "This is a desert... wow?! What is that!?" In the midst of the barren terrain, Yae Rin spotted a massive cluster of buildings stretching across.
These structures even resembled a city, but was that possible? Because as she peered more closely with both her telescope-hands, the city seemed to be slowly moving like a vehicle.
"A moving city where people reside... could it be! Is that a Nomadic City?!" Yae Rin glanced towards the pilot who was adjusting the Millennium Falcon for stability.
"You already know about it? Haha, you're pretty smart," Nanekluh ref Rednialsig chuckled.
"Haha... yes, thank you. Once I read about a moving city in one of the magazines Sakura-nee brought, but to think they're actually real. Can we go there, Onii-san?" It was clear that Yae Rin was eager to visit the Nomadic City.
Unfortunately, the persona didn't allow it.
"We should take you home first, and maybe we can do visit that city for later," after all, as long the spaceship is with them, it could be possible to be done. Realizing this, Yae Rin quickly ran to the side of the pilot's seat.
Extending her pinky finger again and along with an even brighter smile, Yae Rin requested for another contract to be made. "That's another promise, you know!"
"I'll do what I could."「Nanekluh ref Rednialsig」
Besides, Yae Rin felt happy with all these pinky promises, so what harm could there be in adding to the joy and happiness of this girl? Plus, he could see her bright smile as an added bonus.
Nothing feels better to him than seeing a priceless smile and a warm face.
Unlike El Dust, who cursed but liked concepts of bonds and enjoyed things related to BDSM and other depravities, Nanekluh ref Rednialsig is a persona very different from him.
And on their journey, it seems Yae Rin is becoming more aware of that.
"Something on my face?"「Nanekluh ref Rednialsig」
"Not really, it's just... I've been wondering what it would be like if you were my older brother. Together with Sakura nee-chan and Higokumaru in the village... how would my life be there? I just imagine things like that!"「Yae Rin」
"I see. In that case... how about you tell me more about interesting things in Yae Village? We can pass the time with that instead of just sitting around," Nanekluh ref Rednialsig suggested, and Yae Rin happily agreed to the idea.
Higokumaru later joined their conversation after finishing her business in the restroom, and their discussion became livelier.
However, everything suddenly had to be put on hold because, during their flight in the sky and casual conversation, Moriarty unexpectedly joined them without a sound or even any warning.
"Then, do you know about the rice field—"「Higokumaru」
[Do you want to know more about the village?]
"WHHHUUUUAHHHH?!"「Higokumaru」
"Mo... Moriarty? I don't think... well, I guess that's very possible for you," recalling the abilities possessed by the timeless girl, he considered it highly likely for Moriarty to appear wherever and whenever she pleased.
Of course, just because Moriarty was there didn't mean he would stop the spacecraft's course. They continued to soar through skies, gradually disappearing from sight.
[Are you taking her around in this spaceship?]
"Y-Yes, onii-san is going to take both of us home not long after this. So... I'm not going to intervene more than that about something between you," Yae Rin said from her seat, feeling a bit nervous.
Who wouldn't feel pressured when facing a woman with white hair who could freeze time and space around her? Moreover, Yae Rin was well aware of the issues between the two of them.
As an outsider, she didn't want to be seen as meddling in their affairs. At least not for now.
"For now, let's calm down shall we? Let's just enjoy the ride in solemn. Don't worry Moriaty, I'm not going anywhere," listening to his suggestion, the timeless girl changed her hair color once more.
She went from resembling a tundra in winter—cold and white—to transforming into a spring-like appearance, where warmth returned along with the golden sunlight on her blonde hair.
"She changed her hair from white to blonde... is that natural?"「Higokumaru」
"I want to be like that."「Yae Rin」
After returning to her original form, she then took a seat inside the Millennium Falcon. And where was that? It was none other than in the lap of the pilot, drawing herself closer to his arms.
[It's not dangerous for me, so it's alright.]
"Uhmmm... well if you say so."「Nanekluh ref Rednialsig」
Feeling a bit envious, Yae Rin wanted to express her feelings. However, Higokumaru, who could instantly sense the atmosphere, promptly covered the girl's mouth. Perhaps it was due to her experience from their first meeting or thereafter.
It seemed Higokumaru felt that Moriarty could read their minds.
"(Whisper) No way... right?"「Yae Rin」
"(Whisper) It's a yes way, just take a look at her."「Higokumaru」
[(As if affirming the little fox's suspicion, Moriarty smiled towards them)]
"Let's enjoy our ride."「Nanekluh ref Rednialsig」
Struck with a sudden truth of how hard it is to understand a woman heart, ... NrR didn't let out any other question and enjoyed his short trip back to Soukai city. On the way they see a huge satelite float fairly high above Soukai city.
The truth is, that ◼️ or ◼️ housed another one of the ◼️ series that was ◼️ without any ◼️ from ◼️. It was already there ever since the ◼️ of this ◼️ yet no one knows when the ◼️ inside will ◼️.
In its ◼️ state, ◼️ serves as the defense ◼️ of ◼️ ◼️ from outside ◼️.
The ◼️ was built to block ◼️ or what's inside ◼️ from contacting the outside ◼️ and eventually getting ◼️ by it. It might awaken when the ◼️ ◼️ into this world to bring ◼️-
To bring a real ◼️ upon this world.
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"Huh? What was that... hey, why're there a bunch of blocks in there?" (Cera)
It's just a simple error in the sequence.
It'll soon be repaired on its own, so stop reading the narration and do your own thing.
"Alright, alright you jeez! What's wrong with just simple Q&A!" (Cera)
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This is Monolith series number 17. Previously, Major Himeko and Private Hua were assigned to investigate the strange occurrences there. By now, they have nearly reached the top of the Monolith after climbing almost a thousand steps.
However, to their surprise, they see an unidentified aircraft approaching from a distance, making the two guards immediately alert.
"Hurry up, Hua!"「Major Himeko」
"Yes!"「Private Hua」
They quickened their pace, as the sight of the strange and unfamiliar aircraft made them anxious about what it could carry and unleash upon them.
Although the Millennium Falcon was not the best spacecraft in its world of origin, it could still cause significant damage like any formidable starship. If it were to crash, even the Monolith wouldn't be left unscratched.
"This is the first time I'm seeing that, and... why isn't anyone shooting it down from this distance!? What's wrong with our Watchtower and others'!?" exclaimed Major Himeko.
"Major, it has landed at the top."「Private Hua」
As they hurried to reach the top of the Monolith as quickly as possible, Private Hua, who never took her eyes off the strange aircraft, noticed that it had disappeared at the very top of the Monolith.
The two guards now realized that the Monolith was indeed their destination.
"I've confirmed it, and judging by the vibrations earlier... it's highly likely that they've really landed up there."「Private Hua」
"At least they're not crashing that thing."「Major Himeko」
Although their purpose was still unknown, they couldn't just let people recklessly park such a large and dangerous vehicle on a structure meant to protect human survival.
If their actions resulted in damage to one of the Monolith's special properties, then the area of series 17 would become an easy target for any threats lurking out there.
The thought of this left Private Hua and Major Himeko with a bitter feeling.
"Finally."「Major Himeko」
Not long after, they finally reached the peak of Monolith series 17, their breaths ragged and their hair slightly disheveled from pushing through the barrier of wind.
However this didn't mean they were unable to fight. On the contrary, they were ready to ambush the group, who were still unaware of their presence.
"Three subjects spotted: one male, two females, and one small humanoid on the spot. I don't sense anyone else inside the ship. Should we capture them immediately?"「Private Hua」
The spaceship, now landed with its entrance wide open stood before them. According to Private Hua, with no one else inside those standing and talking outside the ship must be all the passengers.
Carefully observing, Major Himeko noticed the youthful faces of the individuals, who appeared no older than Private Hua. Although she could be mistaken, they indeed seemed to have the faces of young people.
Except for the man, of course. He looked to be around her age. His face bore the appearance of a 20-year-old but carried the gaze of someone who had aged 30 years within.
"Wait, I'll try to talk with them. In the mean time you sneak into that ship."「Major Himeko」
"Roger," replied Private Hua, swiftly disappearing from Major Himeko's view to carry out her task. "I'll also try to sabotage it while I'm on it," were her parting words before she became completely undetectable to Major Himeko.
Now it was Major Himeko's turn to fulfill her duty. 'They shouldn't be more than a few young people, alright,' she reassured herself after quietly reciting a mantra to boost her confidence. She then approached them.
"Excuse me if I'm interrupting, but as far as I know, you're not allowed to park that thing here," Major Himeko spoke calmly and politely to them.
She appeared more like a neighbor next door than a guard, but her mannerisms were unmistakably Major Himeko's signature. Shortly after, they realized they now had a witness.
"Oh no, it's the Guard!"「Higokumaru」
Higokumaru seemed frightened by Major Himeko's presence, while Yae Rin also appeared afraid, though for different reasons than Higokumaru. "O,Onii-san, let's calm down alright? Moriarty-nee too... let's stop this fight?"
Although now worried about the presence of the guard from the forbidden construct, the girl seemed more concerned about the man and the girl. The two of them had started arguing for some reason since they got off the spaceship.
"Please don't let us bother you, Rin-kun. This problem is between us only, you don't have to put yourself into it."「Nanekluh ref Rednialsig」
[This issue is between Machi and me. I also don't want you to force yourself to calm us down.]
"B-But..."「Yae Rin」
As Major Himeko observed, the man and the minimally dressed woman were currently engaged in a heated argument. Major Himeko wasn't aware of the reasons behind their dispute, but she intended to make use of the commotion.
"Machi... that name rings a bell. Oops, never mind that. Hey, you two! Are you having a quarrel right now? A couple's fight, I suppose? Sorry to interrupt, but may I join your conversation?"「Major Himeko」
Approaching calmly without showing any aggression, the redhead continued to step forward with her usual gaze. She didn't want to intimidate or pressure the young individuals, an action deserving of respect.
However, unexpectedly, the response to her action was something... that pierced her heart.
"Himeko-san, what do you know about being in a couple? Have you ever been in one? One that successful I mean," Nanekluh ref Rednialsig remarked sharply.
[You... Murata Himeko. The woman destined to become single in her life. Or should I use the term, maidenless? In here? Or maybe... bachelorette?]
"Huh? My name... wait, what did you just say?"「Major Himeko」
Somehow... they were rather in sync despite the small argument they were having.
Even Private Hua who was sneaking around, felt stunned upon hearing the words directed at the Major. She think that they might be acquaintances from somewhere or something similar.
"Moriarty that's not a nice thing to say."「Nanekluh ref Rednialsig」
[I don't want to hear that from you.]
"Uhh... just why did both of you become like this? Weren't you all lovey-dovey in the spaceship earlier? Hey nii-chan, what did you actually do?"「Higokumaru」
"I don't know! I was just telling her a few female name that I knew, and suddenly her mood turned sour!" Nanekluh ref Rednialsig spoke as he crossed his arms, turning his back againts the timeless girl.
"...You're hopeless aren't you."「Higokumaru」
"Onii-san... that's awful for you."「Yae Rin」
Seemingly dissatisfied, both Yae Rin and Higokumaru moved to Moriarty's side. As for Moriarty herself, she appeared to be gazing in the direction of the Millennium Falcon.
Or more precisely... she's currently eyeing Private Hua who was in the midst of her infiltration mission. Moriarty also noticed a strange energy field emanating from a badge worn by the glasses girl.
But it didn't take long for her to figure out what the MOTH emblem symbolized, and how it operated.
[There...]
With ease, Moriarty nullified the unique abilities of Private Hua, causing the glasses girl to become visible and perceptible to everyone present. Surprised of this fact, she turned to approach Moriarty.
"Wha?! How could it be!?"「Private Hua」
[Let's start it from the beginning again, that should be fine right?]
'...I need to strike-' but Private Hua could never reach her.
Because just with a movement of her hand towards Private Hua, the girl suddenly vanished and reappeared at Major Himeko's side. Both of them were surprised by the dimensional shift phenomenon they had just experienced, albeit briefly.
"...Plan A failed, should we move to plan B?"「Private Hua」
"They are capable of doing something even without the Badge, and the tower's defense system inexplicably can't lock onto them. Moreover... it seems that blonde girl is no ordinary girl," Major Himeko said, beginning to draw a staff-shaped weapon, which if explained, was a weapon she often used as a Monolith's Guard.
The staff extended, then emitted plasma blades on both sides, forming a zweihander. The woman tightly gripped the handle of the plasma sword. With her weapon ready, Major Himeko now intended to switch her approach as well.
"Don't resist, or you'll only hurt yourselves."「Major Himeko」
"With your presence here, you've already violated several rules and can be punished for it. Stop your resistance and let us arrest you," added Private Hua.
Private Hua also prepared for combat in her own distinct style, contrasting sharply with Major Himeko's approach. She put up her two fists, covered with arm braces, and ready for showdown.
Seeing that a confrontation was imminent, Nanekluh ref Rednialsig glanced briefly at Moriarty. This prompted the timeless girl to invite Yae Rin and Higokumaru to join her near the spaceship.
[You... why do you like that girl very much?]
"'Like' is a word that diminishes my view of her. Far from liking her, I see her more as someone I respect and want to consider as both a teacher and a friend. Therefore, forgive me, Moriarty," Nanekluh ref Rednialsig replied to the timeless girl's statement.
Left standing alone to face the two guards, he stared towards them. Interestingly he also assumed a stance similar to Private Hua's, with two fists ready for the showdown.
"..."「Private Hua」
"You, are you seriously trying to fight us? Is that bravery I'm seeing because you're with your girl... or is it just the stupidity of an arrogant boy?" Major Himeko challenged.
"It's neither," Nanekluh ref Rednialsig replied with a deep breath, creating a wisp of air as he exhaled. "I just want to relive the nostalgia from back then," he continued, firmly planting both feet and clenching his fists, which looked as solid as stone.
It wasn't clear what had caused this Persona to have a minor dispute with Moriarty, but judging from his focused gaze on Private Hua and his demeanor that didn't underestimate Major Himeko, it seemed likely that this Persona had history with them.