3 3 301 DialogEnable One ordinary afternoon in Eden.
4 4 301 Sitting in front of her desk, the girl is writing a letter in elegant cursive. Warm artificial sunlight shines through the window, following the tip of her pen.
5 5 301 —...I'll wait for you.
6 6 301 —I'll be wearing an Iris behind my ear. You'll recognize me for sure.
7 7 301 She presses the pen slightly harder against the paper, soaking it as she finishes the letter off with a full stop. She wipes the ink off her pen and puts it back into the box.
8 8 301 She picks up the letter, folds it, then puts it into an envelope and seals it.
9 9 301 After all the actions, she sighs in relief and stands up.
10 10 301 With her hands crossed, she presses the envelope close to her chest as if she is making a prayer. Then she collapses onto her bed, facing the ceiling.
11 11 301 The lights on the ceiling have been reconfigured by her to resemble the starry sky. It is still early in the afternoon, and the "stars" aren't lighting up yet.
12 12 301 Soon, she will be posting the letter out.
13 13 301 What should she say first if she really sees 【kuroname】 in person?
14 14 301 She never thought that she would be so troubled by a simple opening speech.
15 15 301 Would "Nice to meet you" be too distant? They have never met, but she thinks they have known each other well enough after having exchanged so many letters.
16 16 301 Not to mention that they could have walked past each other long ago at somewhere in Eden.
17 17 301 Will that person also be looking forward to the meet just like she is?
18 18 301 The only thing she can confirm is that she has many things to share with that person. Way too many for letters to hold.
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20 20 301 1 Selena What to do... 1
21 21 301 Unable to contain her thoughts, she rolls over on the bed, buries her head in the soft pillow and sighs.
22 22 301 There are still many days before the event, but she can't help thinking about what she needs to do on that day.
23 23 301 What would make a nice self-introduction? What sort of gesture should she take during the dance? And... She must remember to hold her excitement and not do anything inappropriate.
24 24 301 —At least she does not need to worry about the dress. She has someone she can fully trust when it comes to advices on attire and outfit.
25 25 301 AniZhuanchangBegin She turns around and looks at a blueprint design on the side table. Its designer has written some comments on it.
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27 27 304 AniZhuanchangEnd The frame's coating is inspired by tango and its structure has taken reference from dancers, making it a great unit for dancing. cc82cfff 1 Assets/Product/Texture/Image/BgStory/BgStory00.png 1
28 28 304 You said you had an important ball coming, right? cc82cfff 1 Assets/Product/Texture/Image/BgStory/BgStory00.png 1
29 29 304 And I'm still mad at you for applying to become a Construct behind my back! cc82cfff 1 Assets/Product/Texture/Image/BgStory/BgStory00.png 1
30 30 304 So just leave it all to me this time! cc82cfff 1 Assets/Product/Texture/Image/BgStory/BgStory00.png 1
31 31 304 AniZhuanchangBegin Right, the dress is still missing one important accessory. Is there anything that comes to your mind? I need your advice! cc82cfff 1 Assets/Product/Texture/Image/BgStory/BgStory00.png 1 1
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33 33 301 AniZhuanchangEnd 1 Not long ago, her best friend was telling her the inspirations she got on her new frame design.
34 34 301 According to her plan, the frame would be ready for first adaptation on the day of the WGAA ball. It may not be combat-ready, but is more than enough for a dance.
35 35 301 Still lost in thought, she catches a glance of the envelope in her hand. It is carefully sealed by wax, with a golden, six-petal flower stamped on top.
36 36 301 AniZhuanchangBegin Something has come to her mind.
45 45 301 AniZhuanchangEnd It is the fabulous front yard of the opera house, full of guests in gorgeous outfits. The melody of waltz starts from afar, making your stagnant mind start to move again.
46 46 301 Right, you're waiting for someone.
47 47 301 When you remember it, you hear a long, vague song from a distant place, as if it comes from a creature that does not belong here. You could not tell what it is.
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49 49 301 You look up, trying to look for it. A bell rings, and a brilliant violet comes to the vision.
50 50 301 It's a girl. She walks over with a warm smile, her long hair flying behind like the wings of a mockingbird.
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52 52 301 1 ??? Hello. 1
53 53 301 ??? If I may... Have we met before? 1
54 54 301 The iris on her hair is blooming in the night. The pure purple is reflected in her eyes, lighting up the excitement in them.
55 55 301 She has recognized you.
56 56 302 Iris. 57 Selena... 62
57 57 302 Hi, I'm 【kuroname】. 58
58 58 301 Iris 【kuroname】. 1
59 59 301 Iris repeats after you softly, and she smiles like a flower.
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61 61 68 301 Iris We have finally met. 1
62 62 301 You call out that name before you realize.
63 63 301 The girl is slightly shocked. Her purple eyes have darkened.
64 64 301 But she smiles again the next moment.
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66 66 301 Iris I am your Iris. 1
67 67 301 Iris I have finally met you, 【kuroname】. 1
68 68 301 You just stand there, looking at each other without any words.
69 69 301 You have a lot to tell each other and a lot of questions to ask, but you just stare at each other in silence as if time has frozen.
70 70 301 The ball has started and guests are going in. People keep giving weird looks when they walk past.
71 71 301 —It's that famous young opera singer. Why is she...
72 72 301 —Construct...
73 73 301 —It's not a rumor. Who would have thought? Even she has...
74 74 301 —Does it have anything to do with "The Acadia Evacuation" being halted indefinitely?
75 75 301 —Hey, someone ask her for an autograph.
76 76 301 —Did she give up on art?
77 77 301 You hear many whispers.
78 78 301 Slightly upset, you walk forward and shield her from the various looks they exchange.
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80 80 301 Iris Is everything alright? 1
81 81 301 The girl's crystal clear eyes are always on you, completely unaware that she has become the crowd's focus.
82 82 301 Perhaps she has already accepted everything of her past. Now she is standing in the tempest as a warrior, with even purer faith and love.
83 83 301 —Just like the original form of her soul.
84 84 302 Yeah... It's all good. 87
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87 87 301 The waltz has come to an end. After a short break, the instruments start to play again. You hear a tango melody.
88 88 301 The next dance has started.
89 89 301 You realize you are standing on the edge of the hall.
91 91 301 Without hesitation, you reach out to her.
92 92 302 Iris. 93
93 93 302 Would you like to dance with me? 94
94 94 301 The girl blinks and blushes. She crosses her fingers in slight regret.
95 95 301 —I was supposed to ask first.
96 96 301 Hearing the mumble, you recall the "guidance" she mentioned in the letters and chuckle.
97 97 301 The girl has already placed her hand in your palm. It feels a little cold, but your heart is softly touched.
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99 99 301 Iris It's my honor, 【kuroname】. 1
100 100 301 1 AniZhuanchangBegin You take her hand and walk into the brilliant ball room.
101 101 301 With most days spent in missions and combat drills, it is the first time you come to an occasion like this. You feel a little awkward and lost looking at the chandeliers and dancing guests.
102 102 301 Iris notices your hesitation.
103 103 301 Iris 【kuroname】. 1
104 104 301 She smiles and raises her hand, making a flawless gesture.
105 105 301 Iris May I invite you for a dance? 1
106 106 301 The girl extends her long, svelte arm. But you know very well that now that she has become a Construct, there is great strength both in those arms and in her mind.
107 107 301 The iris-colored eyes look at you, cheering you up quietly and gently.
108 108 301 You rest your hand in her palm without hesitation.
109 109 302 It's my honor. 110
110 110 301 1 AniZhuanchangBegin Iris takes your hand and walks into the brilliant ball room.
