Stella and Ryuji were heading to the Z Division base of the Star Command, where Stella was supposed to report on her mission, and the fate of her, Ryuji, and his father would be decided. The location was deep within the vast station. Gradually, the bright blue lights turned cold, and the crowded streets of the outer area became narrower, with fewer people but an oppressive atmosphere that made it feel like an anthill. "We have arrived," said Stella, pointing to a large circular building with green lights that contrasted with the bluish illumination, yet it didn't feel out of place. At the top of the building was a shield shaped like a star with a Z in the center.
Our protagonists entered and were greeted by an android. "Identification," it asked. "Agent Stella, ID 13354; he is a companion." The android scanned Stella's face. "How may I assist you, agent?" Stella showed the artifact in the bubble. "It's an artifact I obtained from an Amalgam; I've come to deliver it to the leader of my division." The android turned and guided them both to a room secured by a solid iron door. The lighting in the place was dim, illuminated only by lines of green light. The door opened, and the three entered. The room appeared empty, with a large white spotlight overhead. In front of them was a grand staircase leading to an upper floor where several combat androids were observing, and in the center were two women. One was seated in an oval-shaped flying chair, while the other stood beside her. The seated woman had a human appearance, but her body seemed elongated, giving her an elegant yet alien air. She had curly blonde hair, wore a black dress, and high heels that exposed her toes. Both her toes and fingers were reddish and sharp, with no presence of nails. The woman beside her was a very short old lady who looked like a caricature of a human; her face resembled that of a frog, and her bulging eyes were closed. She wore a pink tunic, and her hair was tentacles gathered in a bun, supported by a cane.
"General Captain of the Z Division, Sol Dadora; Agent Stella presents herself. I obtained one of the devices from Queen Negura during my mission to Earth..." She handed the bubble to the android, who took it to the Captain. "Very interesting, but that's not what interests me the most. Stella, why have you brought a human?" Stella lowered her gaze and began to speak timidly. "Well... a lot happened... I forgot my memory eraser device, and..." The Captain stomped her foot hard and stood up. "I couldn't expect less from an incompetent like you; you know very well that we aim to keep distance between both universes. Our fight against Negura must remain a secret." Ryuji interrupted and knelt down. "Wait! My name is Mamoru Ryuji. Stella saved me from an Amalgam that captured my sister. She promised to help me rescue my sister, and I would help her become stronger! I beg you, please let me rescue my sister!" The blonde woman began to laugh. "How naive! Hahaha, don't joke. Did you really think it would be that easy? Negura is completely out of your reach; not in a million years would you be able to defeat her, especially not a simple human and useless Stella. Besides, to reach the dark cosmoworld, you first have to pass through the Amazon cosmoworld, with which we have no form of diplomacy. They are nothing but wild monkeys, not to mention that you are against the clock; Negura has probably already absorbed your sister by the time you even reach 10 points of Pink Power, hahaha, how naive!"
Ryuji was completely devastated by those words; he felt as if all his hopes were dying like a flower trampled before it could bloom.
"Dadora, that's enough!" The old lady finally spoke. "The young man is driven by a noble cause. The least we could do is allow him some time with Stella; I feel that both of them have potential for a bond, and that boy... is a very curious human..." Dadora mocked, "Don't talk nonsense, old woman; your sixth sense is stunted. If you want him to feel empathy, all I can do is erase his memory so that he forgets his sister; that way, he can live happily, haha." Ryuji lifted his gaze, completely furious, clenching his fists. "What did you say...? How dare you even suggest such a thing...? My sister was the only happy thing in my life!" The three women felt an increase in Ryuji's energy, and he lunged at Dadora, but she raised her hand, and her index finger stretched through his shoulder. Ryuji screamed in pain as smoke began to rise from the wound, and the clothing in that area started to burn slightly. "Witness the weakness of humans. My fingers can not only stretch at will but can also generate a great deal of heat. How does it feel to be burned from the inside?" The old lady struck her cane and ordered Dadora to stop; they exchanged glances and finally withdrew her finger.
Stella hugged Ryuji in tears, pleading that they not erase his memory. Then Dadora descended the stairs and stood before her. "I like it when you beg; beg me better." Trying to hold back her tears, Stella approached Dadora and began to lick her feet, but Dadora quickly withdrew. "I'm very proud of you; out of my sight, both of you."
Later, Ryuji found himself healing thanks to Saró's abilities while Stella gazed off into the distance, and Ryuji's father was still asleep. "Look on the bright side, Ryuji won't lose his memory," said Saró. Ryuji looked at the scar from the wound and felt resentful. "Who does that damn woman think she is...?" Saró interrupted him. "I wouldn't get into trouble with her if I were you; Dadora and Stella have known each other for a long time and have always had... a bad relationship. I wouldn't ask her about it if I were you..." Just then, someone knocked at the door; it was the old lady from before. Saró was surprised. "What are you doing here, Bedafa?!" Ryuji looked at her. "Is she that important?" Ryuji asked. "Don't be insolent; she's one of the wisest warriors in the entire station; she's a very important person."
Bedafa looked at Stella and approached her, taking her hand. "Don't shed any more tears, dear. I'm sorry I can't do anything about Dadora; she is the most important captain... it's complicated who among us has more power here..." Stella smiled slightly. "I understand, great sage..." "Anyway, I'm here to check something. You noticed it too, didn't you, Stella? Ryuji's Pink Power increased to 10 points at that moment of anger. Humans usually have 4 points, an unmovable figure, but that he managed to break that limit by 150% is worthy of study. That's why, Ryuji, I want you and Stella to form a bond..."
End of Chapter 3