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The overpowering stench of blood filled not only his lungs but also coated his tongue and throat… He refused to accept the horrifying possibility, yet his mind kept returning to it.
Unable to calm down beneath the crushing shock, he lost consciousness again.
Shortly afterward, authorities from Core Prime received the distress signal and dispatched teams for rescue and investigation.
When Felix was brought back, investigators discovered those substances inside his body.
After rereading the case file, Lyra was left with several questions.
Lyra wrote, “If he was assigned to operate alongside Marcel’s squad, why wasn’t Marcel there on Glimmer p>
They had left the White Citadel and were on their way out for dinner.
Nael explained, “Pure bad timing. Two days before the mission launched, Marcel suffered a bad fall during training and fractured a bone. He was stuck recovering in the hospital p>
Lyra asked another question. “If everyone was either dead or passed out, who sent out the emergency rescue call p>
Nael hesitated. “According to the original communications log, the dispatcher received a transmission from Felix’s squad captain p>
Lyra wrote. “Did that captain send for help almost right after landing on the planet p>
Nael replied, “Based on the timeline, yes.
“He said they had detected an abnormal magnetic field and requested backup in advance to meet then in case anything went wrong p>
Lyra thought it felt strange.
Magnetic interference strong enough to wreck all contact after some time, yet communications worked perfectly right after touchdown?
Lyra wrote. “Why was there no follow–up investigation on Glimmer later p>
Nael said, “Rebel forces ambushed the research team mid–mission. Most physical evidence got destroyed in the fight.
“A lot of federal operatives died in that attack. Core Prime shifted its focus to counter–offensive operations. and the case got pushed aside p>
Lyra rubbed her face with both hands.
Everything was such a tangled mess.
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After they finished eating, she headed over to the Black Spire as usual.
It was later than her typical visiting hour. Yoren was just about to leave
Their paths crossed in the entry hall.
Lyra offered casual greetings while studying his expression.
He looked worn–out.
She guessed his conversation with Marcel had gone badly.
Yoren greeted her and mentioned he would not be coming by over the next couple of days.
Lyra learned the official election was set to kick off tomorrow.
A jolt of surprise hit her.
Buried under all her other work, she had nearly forgotten the whole thing.
“Then, are you p>
She hesitated, wanting to know how things currently stood.
Yoren said lightly, “I will do what I can, and leave the rest to fate p>
But he had probably prepared himself thoroughly.
Lyra typed, “That’s good. Please stay careful. Rebel moles have not all been rooted out yet p>
Yoren nodded, “Thanks for the warning. I’m heading out now p>
Lyra watched him go, sighed quietly to herself, then walked further inside the facility.
The Sentinels were carrying on much as usual.
She carried Zane’s beautiful three–tailed fox over and stopped outside Marcel’s cell.
Through the window, she spotted his back, stiff with anger.
The tiny jumping spider perched on the windowsill, waving multiple limbs as if trying to signal her.
Lyra reached out and tapped its brightly colored abdomen with one fingertip.
Marcel froze instantly and spun around, shooting her a sharp, hostile glare.
Lyra tilted her head and smiled, letting her gaze sweep over his face.
Looks like he didn’t get hit today.
Because she had other things to do, she did not stay long.
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Lyra desperately wanted to remain among the fluffy spirit animals and purify everyone’s contamination levels in the blink of an eye.
But she truly had many her things to handle.
Back home that night, Lyra told Nael she wanted to sleep alone.
Nael’s gaze flickered.
He asked carefully, “Did I do something to upset you today p>
Lyra shook her head helplessly. “No. I just need some time by myself p>
He kept watching her silently. She grabbed his arm and gave it a gentle shake.
Lyra said, “It is nothing you did. I just want one night alone. I’ll come find you tomorrow, okay p>
Nael lowered his eyes. “I see… Have I grown boring to you p>
Lyra pressed her palm against her forehead. “That is not it at all. I have things I need space to work through on my own p>
Nael looked up, obvious disappointment written across his, features.
“…Alright.
“Rest well. I will leave you be p>
He turned and walked away, his whole posture heavy/and dejected p>
Lyra pressed her lips together, torn inside.
She could not fully explain her own feelings. Even with someone so close to her, she was unwilling to lay
every secret bare.
Part of her wanted to prove she could sort out certain problems entirely on her own.
Lyra messaged, “Commander p>
Rainer replied, “Well, look who it is. It has been ages since you reached out. What do you need this time p>
Lyra smiled. “I need to ask a favor of you p>
Rainer said, “Go ahead p>
Lyra messaged, “I have some friends who aren’t suited to the environment on Core Prime. I was hoping you might be willing to take them under your protection, if the chance arises,
Rainer said, “Kid, are you joking? You think conditions here are better than on Core Prime p>
Lyra messaged in frustration, “That is not what I mean. I’m talking about the social environment p>
Rainer said, “Fair enough. Who exactly are these people? This place is no luxury vacation for rich brats p>
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Lyra messaged, “I know. They can handle hardship p>
Rainer said, “Good. Have you finished all the official paperwork p>
Lyra replied, “…Not yet p>
Rainer said, “Then why are you bringing this up now p>
Lyra messaged, “I just wanted to give you a heads–up first p>
Rainer replied, “Fine. No problem. But understand this–anyone who comes there lives by my rules p>
Lyra wrote. “Understood. Thank you p>
Rainer replied, “No trouble p>
She took out her Star Brain again.
Lyra messaged, “1 p>
Specter replied, “Woof p>
Lyra stared at the screen and messaged. “Where is your sense of dignity p>
Specter asked, “What is that for p>
Lyra wrote, “Quit fooling around. I need to ask you something p>
Specter replied, “Ask away, Guide p>
Lyra wrote, “You know the planet Glimmer, right p>
Specter replied. “The name does not ring any bells p>
Lyra messaged, “Think harder p>
Specter asked, “Why are you asking about it? Is something going on p>
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