3 3 301 DialogEnable The next visit you make to Vera's tent happens in a morning.
4 4 301 You see her hair awkwardly off to the side in a loose ponytail, which seems at odds with how you usually see her.
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6 6 301 1 Vera 【kuroname】. You're awake. 1
7 7 301 Seeing you come in, she lets go of her hair and it flows freely.
8 8 302 Gotta hand it to your TLC... 9 There's not a single part of me that isn't in pain... 9
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10 10 301 Vera You seem re-energized. I take it you want to spend your hard-earned vacation stuck in bed? 1
11 11 302 Forget I said anything... 12
12 12 301 As Vera had said, now that the Corrupted threat to the conservation area has been greatly reduced, the Engineering Force and Task Force have enough manpower to complete their original work as intended. Right before the mission is about to be over, you get to enjoy some much-needed R&R.
13 13 301 On the first day of your vacation, you visit Vera's tent and run into her right as she appears to be getting ready for hibernation.
14 14 204 1
15 15 301 Vera Oh, one more thing... 1
16 16 301 You are suddenly eclipsed by a large bouquet of flowers.
17 17 301 Vera Next time, keep your crap to yourself. 1
18 18 301 It is a bouquet of wildflowers. Obviously, it is a gift from the Scavengers here. While you were resting in the clinic, your bedside was covered in them. Some may have even come from the Constructs.
19 19 301 But this time, these flowers are not for you. They are for Vera.
20 20 301 You just secretly stashed them in here while Vera was out.
21 21 301 Vera I told you. Saving these people and taking care of their enemies were just a part of the mission. 1
22 22 301 Vera If they died because of the Punishing Virus, I'd also be the one responsible for giving them an autopsy in front of everyone. I'd rip them apart more than the Corrupted. 1
23 23 301 Vera So, don't give me this crap. I've never understood the point of giving people flowers. 1
24 24 302 No, you should take it. 25 (Throw the flowers back at her) 26
25 25 27 301 You throw the flowers back to Vera as you tell her.
26 26 301 You throw the flowers back to Vera without saying a word.
27 27 301 As expected, the flowers and stems all scatter onto the floor.
28 28 204 1 4
29 29 301 Vera What the hell are you doing? Are you kidding me? I worked so hard to save you and now you're acting like a child. How can you be this childish? 1
30 30 301 Vera Whatever. The mission is almost over. I don't care what these people think of me. 1
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32 32 301 Vera I pretended to care at first because I thought it would save me some trouble, but you've been more trouble than the entire conservation area. 1
33 33 301 Vera If you want people to praise you here, then have at it. I've had to kick people out while you were getting some rest. I'm sure you can even hear them right now if you go out. 1
34 34 302 You've been staying here this whole time? 35
35 35 204 1
36 36 301 Vera I'd be held responsible if I just left and you died here. If that happens, I'm sure Nikola's going to be so pissed that we'd send him to an early grave. 1
37 37 204 1 13
38 38 301 Vera —Oh, I've got a better idea. Why don't you go get yourself killed right now? 1
39 39 302 Oh, no. Spare me. 46 Wow! You care so much! I'm so happy! 40
40 40 204 1 4
41 41 301 Vera ... 1
42 42 301 The moment you say this, Vera's disdainful look turns ice cold. Even though Constructs do not eat or experience stomach pain, she looks like she has eaten one of Lucia's culinary creations. 1
43 43 302 How's that for a response? 44 You said the same thing to me. 44
44 44 301 Vera Looks like you need more time to rest... 1
45 45 302 I'm sorry! I'm sorry! 46
46 46 204 1 2
47 47 301 Vera Hmph... Since I'm in a good mood, we can save the fun for later. 1
48 48 301 Vera I saved your life, now get away from me. Enjoy your vacation. 1
49 49 302 You don't want to do anything? 50
50 50 204 1
51 51 301 Vera Me? Do what? They all know the real me now. Think I'm interested in having everyone glare at me like some sorta Corrupted while they fawn over how great you are? No, thanks. 1
52 52 301 DialogDisable Vera I didn't expect the Gray Raven Commandant to stoop this low, getting enjoyment from torturing me like that. 1
53 53 302 About that... 54
54 54 302 I told everyone about you. 55
55 55 302 Included the "Death" bit. 56
56 56 301 DialogEnable For a moment, you catch Vera's eyebrows rise stiffly. Her venomous tongue is silent.
57 57 204 1 8
58 58 301 Vera ...Is this some sort of revenge? 1
59 59 301 But that was only a moment. The next second, her fierce demeanor returns to her face with more intensity than before.
60 60 204 1
61 61 301 Vera Whatever. I don't care how they treat me. They mean nothing to me. 1
62 62 301 Vera But that's pretty bold of you, 【kuroname】. 1
63 63 301 Vera Is this an act of revenge? Are you done being partners? Or— 1
64 64 301 Vera becomes quiet for a moment before carrying on with an intense, threatening tone.
65 65 204 1 13
66 66 301 Vera Or are you afraid of me, too? 1
67 67 301 She raises her hand and places it on her banner spear, which has been standing against the side of the tent for the past several days.
68 68 301 She points the tip at you, whistling as it glides through the air.
69 69 302 (But you can dodge out of it) 70 Your next move... is a swipe to the head! 70
70 70 301 You quickly react to the incoming banner spear and avoid the whirlwind despite not having fully recovered from your wounds.
71 71 301 Step one, a swipe to the head. Step two, a leg sweep. Step three, a thrust to the body. Had she attacked you before the mission, she would have easily defeated you. But you are already wise to her tactics.
72 72 301 Having danced with the rose over the past several days, you now know how to avoid the thorns.
73 73 302 Step four, charge! 74
74 74 301 Seeing her banner spear falter a moment, you grab the hilt.
75 75 204 1
76 76 301 Vera Well, then. 1
77 77 301 The moment you grasp the hilt of her banner spear, a look of surprise floats up onto Vera's gorgeous face.
78 78 204 1 2
79 79 301 Vera Well done. I underestimated you. 1
80 80 302 Seems like I'm getting to know you more. 81 That's because I already know your combat style. 81
81 81 301 Thanks to this mission, you already know how Vera fights in battle.
82 82 301 Unrestrained and unconcerned with others. But that does not mean that she will reject others' support.
83 83 301 In reality, her actions are not nearly as random as what she exhibits.
84 84 301 Roses may be thorny, but the thorns are not everywhere. If you are careful, you can avoid them.
85 85 204 1 13
86 86 301 Vera Oh? really? 1
87 87 301 Vera is quiet for a moment and chuckles. As soon as she swings her banner spear, you get pulled toward her.
88 88 301 Vera Can you predict this attack, too? 1
89 89 301 She follows your movement and quickly grabs your hand.
90 90 301 ...Looks like no matter how familiar you are with a rose, a thorn may still catch you off guard.
91 91 301 Vera Didn't you hold that girl's hand like this to comfort her? You did good. You seemed like a real professional. 1
92 92 301 Vera What about now? Why don't you show me how professional you really are. 1
93 93 301 She begins to clench down on your hand with force, causing your knuckles to start popping.
94 94 302 Ouch...! 95 Rgh...! Ouch...! 96
95 95 97 301 Vera Good. Cry louder. 1
96 96 301 Vera Look! Doesn't that make you a crybaby? 1
97 97 301 Vera Hurts, doesn't it? A special characteristic of this frame is its high power output. When I first transferred into it, I was accidentally breaking things all the time. 1
98 98 301 Vera I can't say that I'm particularly good at controlling it. Maybe if I'm not careful, I'll shatter your arm. You'll have to stay in this hospital bed for another three months. Of course, there isn't any of that inhibitor dispersant crap in Babylonia to save you. 1
99 99 301 DialogDisable Vera How about now? Do you know pain? This is how I make Constructs feel. If you don't want to suffer such deadly pain ever again, I recommend you stay the hell away from me. 1
100 100 302 But... 101
101 101 302 Doesn't this pain prove that they're living? 102
102 102 302 The "Death" who gave them such proof should not be treated like this. 103
103 103 204 1
104 104 301 DialogEnable Vera ... 1
105 105 301 Without a word, Vera just gradually increases her strength. You hear the sound of your wrist cracking.
106 106 302 (My arm's going to break!) 107 (My arm... My commandant power!) 107
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108 108 301 1 Scavenger Girl Miss! Miss! 1
109 109 301 A tender voice saves you from the possibility of your arm breaking. The little girl you saw in this tent earlier stands at the entrance as she shouts over to the two of you.
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112 112 301 1 Vera What? 2
113 113 301 Vera maintains her vice grip on your arm. Her head does not turn to look at the girl.
114 114 301 Scavenger Girl Miss Death, h-hurry! My grandma has a gift for you! 1
115 115 301 Hearing the girl call her by her nickname, Vera's grip loosens for a moment.
116 116 301 Vera Hmph. 2
117 117 301 AniZhuanchangBegin Then, reluctantly, she throws your hand to the side and follows the girl out of the tent.
119 119 301 AniZhuanchangEnd The sun finally comes out for the first time after days of haze covering the conservation area. The sunlight is bright and warm, but also gentle.
120 120 301 Scavenger Girl Miss, you saved me. I haven't said thank you. 1
121 121 301 Scavenger Girl I heard Commandant 【kuroname】 say that your nickname is Death. Is that right, Miss? 1
122 122 301 Scavenger Girl Grandma says that Death is the one who controls life and death. I'm very glad you didn't choose for me to die, Miss. 1
123 123 301 The little girl's voice is frail, having not fully recovered from her illness. She cautiously smiles at Vera, which compliments the wildflowers in her arms.
124 124 301 Vera quietly follows her with a solemn expression on her face. The Constructs and Scavengers seem to be blown back a few steps by the contrasting presence of the pair.
125 125 301 By chance, you catch two Constructs whispering.
126 126 301 Construct A She seemed really dignified when I first saw her. I can't believe she's the legendary Death...
127 127 301 Construct B I had my doubts before 【kuroname】 said anything... Aren't you afraid of her being here?
128 128 301 Construct A I was afraid at first, but seeing her in person isn't much better.
129 129 301 Construct A But... seeing how she desperately saved 【kuroname】, I was more in awe than afraid. Maybe she's always like that when on a mission.
130 130 301 Construct A If you think about it, the only targets she kills are mission objectives... Can we really hate doctors and soldiers on our side like that?
131 131 301 Their conversation fades into the distance. It is faint, but you can still hear them.
132 132 301 Vera seems not to hear the entire conversation. She just follows the girl, who stops in front of an elderly woman. The woman is sitting on the ground with petals scattered around her feet.
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135 135 301 1 Scavenger Elder I heard you're "Death" from those Babylonia folks? 1
136 136 301 Scavenger Elder Hehe, that's an interesting name. When I was young, I was also called the Colorful Black Dahlia. 1
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138 138 301 1 Vera (Chuckles) 1
139 139 301 You do not know whether it is an illusion or something else. Vera's expression remains unchanged, but you somehow manage to hear a strange laugh.
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141 141 301 1 Scavenger Elder Haha! You see, nicknames can carry many different meanings. Many of which might have nothing to do with you. No one should use this to define people. 1
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143 143 301 1 Scavenger Girl Yeah! We can give each other lots of nicknames... 1
144 144 301 Scavenger Girl Well, Miss, your name is Death. What about me? How about... Bread Angel? Or Noodle Angel? I've been wanting bread ever since before I came to the conservation area. 1
145 145 301 Scavenger Girl Alright! I'm the Bread Angel! So... What about 【kuroname】? How about the God of Resurrection... 1
146 146 302 Sounds good! 147 Is there really a god like that? 148
147 147 149 301 Scavenger Girl Alright, yeah! Actually... I don't know if there is a God of Resurrection. But if there is one for Death, there has to be one for Life, right? Otherwise, how lonely it'd be... 1
148 148 301 Scavenger Girl Um, uh... I'm not sure. But if there is one for Death, there has to be one for Life, right? Otherwise, how lonely it'd be... 1
149 149 301 Scavenger Girl Anyway! This is the gift we wanted to give you, Miss Death! Of course, 【kuroname】 gets a gift too! 1
150 150 301 Saying this, the girl holds up a small wreath of flowers.
151 151 301 DialogDisable It is a wreath woven with wildflowers around the conservation area, with a small glass tube tied in it. The vibrant green is shining in the sunlight.
152 152 302 Fresh flowers, praise, and a charm. 153
153 153 302 This is the treatment "Death" deserves. 154
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155 155 301 DialogEnable 1 Vera Hmph... 1
156 156 301 Vera hooks her finger over the wreath and throws it several times in the air. She stares at the arc drawn by the bright light reflected from the glass tube, too distracted to wear it.
157 157 301 She suddenly shakes her hand and straightens her fingers, sending the wreath flying at your head.
158 158 301 Vera Hey. Put it on. 1
159 159 301 She orders you in her usual, unquestionably tone.
160 160 302 M-me? 161
161 161 301 Vera Look how dumb it is. Suits you. 1
162 162 301 There is no reason to oppose her request. All you can do with it is wear it on your head.
163 163 302 What do you think? 164
164 164 301 Vera Hehe, not bad. Not bad at all. 1
165 165 302 Me or the wreath? 166
166 166 301 Vera Who knows? 1
167 167 301 Vera Maybe in the future, I'll give you something more than a wreath. 1
168 168 302 Come again? 169
169 169 204 1
170 170 301 Vera As you know, Constructs have many secrets. These secrets bear too heavy of a burden to carry alone. Some may need to be shared with some innocent bystander. 1
171 171 301 Vera Yes, for example, a strange commandant who foolishly believes or pretends to believe everything a certain Construct says— 1
172 172 204 1 2
173 173 301 Vera suddenly turns her head and gives you a foreboding smile.
174 174 301 Panic fills your mind for a moment. Is she going to tell more lies and do more crazy nonsense that will make your hair stand on end?
175 175 301 Or will she simply do nothing and revel in your panic?
176 176 301 —After a few seconds, she still continues to smile at you, unflinching. In fact, her smile has never been out of good intentions. 1
177 177 301 Somehow, this panic gradually changes into a sense of peace.
178 178 202 1 1
179 179 301 If she is going to lie, you will just continue to be skeptical. If she intends to frighten you, you should be prepared to be frightened.
180 180 301 1 AniZhuanchangBegin In any case, this thorny rose seems to be willing to retract her thorns and allow you to get closer. 1
