The Proud Rebel

I don't know about that, Galliard. Have you gathered your thoughts?

Yes... I suppose so.

Where is Helena? I need to talk to her.

She's just sulking a bit. She'll be back before long. Anyway, there's something I want to ask you.

What is it?

Are you...really sure it was for the best for you to revive?

......

I see. You still remember that incident...

I am happy that we are able to reunite. I'm actually a bit surprised... But for you, that is... If you still find it painful to carry on living...

No need to worry, Bea. On that day.... I saw the light within you. It was only for a brief moment, but... For me, it was salvation.

Really...?

Have you changed...? Back then, I thought of you like some old man, but... Now that I see you like this, you seem much younger than I remember... You almost seem... Handsome.

Hm? As a Synth Human, I do not grow or age.

Perhaps what's changed is your perception of me?

N-No, I wouldn't say that...

Say... Don't you think Galliard kind of reminds you of Aldo?

Are you sure? If you compare their bodily features, it would seem they are polar opposites.

I'm sure... They're similar because each is as dense as the other.

...Galliard!

Are you feeling better now?

Oh, Helena. You came at the right time. There is something I'd like to say to everyone.

Oh, really? What could it be?

It's about from now on. I want you to allow me to accompany you.

Oh? Does that mean you're joining our party?

I'm just asking to go along with you. I'm not fussed if you call me a comrade, an ally, a party member, whatever.

Galliard!

This is great! Let's aim for the coexistence of humans and Synth Humans from now on!

Yes... I suppose so.

Aren't you glad, Helena? You can take your finger off the self-terminate button now.

I knew it would end up this way. Galliard and I share the same fate. He is a partner unit that is irreplaceable.

I suppose we can leave it at that for now.

So, Galliard... If you don't mind, let's get to the point...

I know what you're going to say. You want me to explain the Chronos Report, no?

The Chronos Report, as the name suggests, lists various theories of Professor Chronos and the results of his special research. If it were to be published in today's society, it could prove to be very problematic.

When Professor Chronos suddenly vanished without a trace... Around that time, I noticed something. I had the ability to access the Chronos Report.

You can?! The Chronos Report itself is mentioned in my OS as a keyword... But Galliard can connect to it!

Then does that mean...? Since LeA-BAK is the same model as Galliard, he could have gotten the Chronos Report that way?

That is possible... To be honest, I don't know the full details of it.

What do you mean?

It's true that I have the ability to access it. But that doesn't mean I can do so whenever I want. Let's see... When the afore mentioned situation arose, countless important pieces of information flooded my mind. Would that be easier for you to understand?

I see... So interactive communication isn't possible for you. But in that case, how did LeA-BAK...?

In regards to that, I have a favor to ask you. I want to meet with that Synth Human LeA-BAK. I have something to confirm.

Something to confirm... The Administrator said that he would deal with LeA-BAK, but...

We can't just stand idly by waiting for that to happen.

Right. We can't let them erase Elzion.

I can't let that arrogant red thing control the whole world!

So what must we do to LeA-BAK then?

Well...

......

By the way, Helena. LeA-BAK is apparently the same model as me. If that is true, then...

A message?

Could it be from LeA-BAK!?

No, it's not from an exclusive channel. I think it's from the Synth Hydra...?

Helena! Can you hear me?! We have an emergency! Please return here immediately!

An emergency? What's going on?!

There's no time to explain! We have to implement emergency rendezvous method E971!

That sounds serious...

Anyway, seems like time is of the essence. Let's hurry up and get to the Riftbreaker!

In that case, I'll head home and support you offsite.

Sure thing. Now, to the Riftbreaker!

All hands confirmed to be on deck. Rendezvous Mission E971 is a success!

So you're the Synth Hydra. It seems that after I had stopped functioning, you were built by the Rebellion.

You must be Galliard. I've heard all about you from Helena.

This is the battleship that has the power to jump dimensions... Interesting. But can this state-of-the-art technological marvel truly have been created by some Synth Human? I can't believe it.

We'll discuss that later. Galliard? Why did the Synth Hydra message you?

About that...

Wh-what?!

Left hull is hit! This won't affect stable flight, but they're chipping away at us!

Who's attacking us?!

That would be... That giant robot.

Giant robot...? You don't mean LeA-BAK's...?!

Yes... Our ship has a much higher maximum speed, but it can circle around us in the blink of an eye.

There it is again, Hydra guy! Target at 12 o'clock!

It's coming! Prepare for impact!

Ahhhhh!

Hey, hey, hey! I don't like how we're on the defensive! We're fighting back!

Woohoo! Get 'em good! That's some nice shooting!

Both the missiles and the particle cannon were a confirmed hit! Enemy unit's damage is at...

0 percent?! The attack had no effect.

What did you say?! What's going on with that dude?! Hydra guy! Now is the time to bring out the secret weapon!

Yeah, I was thinking the same thing.

A secret weapon?! You have one of those?!

Of course! Let's go... About face! We're making a strategic retreat!

So we're just running away!?

Seems like we lost it.

I told you, didn't I? Our maximum speed surpasses theirs!

I'm not sure we should be proud of being able to run away...

We don't have a choice! My awesome attacks didn't do anything!

Even so, I think I've seen that barrier somewhere before...

But why would that giant robot attack the Riftbreaker? It didn't seem like it had the upper hand in the fight...

What purpose was it made for in the first place?

That would likely be... To eradicate humanity.

If it's meant to attack all of humanity, a giant weapon like the Riftbreaker is indeed fitting. However, while that robot may seem large, if you refer to strategic theory, it's really not very big at all. What sort of battles was it designed for...?

Galliard?

...I don't know. It appears that we must meet LeA-BAK directly to find out.

What's the matter?! Is the giant robot here again?!

No...! We have an intruder!

Intruder?

It seems that the stowaway is a Synth Human... To be exact, it appears to be slightly different from a Synth Human. If I had to call it something, it would be an Enhanced Synth Human with vastly improved abilities...It's a whole new type of Synth Human.

Enhanced Synth Human? Is it the same one that arrived at the Dragon Palace with LeA-BAK!?

A new type?! So those actually existed?!

The giant robot from earlier could be a decoy for that Synth Human to sneak into the Riftbreaker!

If that is true, the Enhanced Synth Human is on LeA-BAK's side, then?

I think it would be fair to assume that.

I need your help. Please eliminate the intruder. We can't deal with attacks from the inside.

Of course. Let's get off this ship and defeat that Synth Human!

All right! Looks like we've cleaned up this area, too!

Still... Who could have made that Enhanced Synth Human?

About that... Recently, a Special Mobile Unit was captured and sent off to forensics. From that, we found out that Synth Humans can be born through self-replication.

I suppose that's not too surprising, considering they can create things like Synth Hydras...

But seeing how the giant robot and the Enhanced Synth Human cooperate... Doesn't it seem like both of them are under the command of LeA-BAK?

Message. Well done, everyone. Currently, we see no abnormalities onboard. All intruders have been eliminated.

That means mission complete, right!

Yes. I didn't think that you people, who were intruders yourselves, would turn around and eliminate the intruders for us... ...Hm? Wait!

What happened?

There's an unidentified flying object! It's coming this way at incredible speed!

Could it be that giant robot again!?

No, compared to that, this one is much smaller. But that speed... If it's enemy forces, we must be on guard!

I have a bad feeling about this. Let's return to the deck!

You're all back!

So where did this flying object whizz off to?

It's already closing in and catching up to us! Here it comes!

You're... LeA-BAK!

What are you doing here?!

What do you mean? I heard Galliard had been revived, so I decided to come take a look at him myself.

Cut it out, LeA-BAK. You sent that giant robot after us even before Galliard was with us.

Oh, of course I did. I also wanted to measure the strength of this Riftbreaker. I have to say, it's not bad. If you all decide to be my subjects, I may give you the honor of making it my base.

What did you say?!

That's enough chit chat. LeA-BAK... I know your real objective is me.

Oh? So we finally meet. Humph. This is more irritating that anticipated. The existence of the original, that is...

It would seem that we are the same model... But I am the prototype unit created by Professor Chronos. Aside from my partner unit, Helena, there are no more existing models of the same type.

Except there are, Galliard. Someone from the KMS Corporation stole the model's blueprints... And used that technology to recreate me.

I see... So you are but an imitation made through trial and error.

From my perspective, you are but an outdated antique.

Don't you understand? Professor Chronos refused to use you as tools of war.

However, I was created to be a warrior on the battlefield. Meaning, I am the improved version of Galliard.

...How foolish. I didn't think you would take pride in something as insignificant as that. If you want to call us the same model, you should try listening to the voices of the stars.

Voices of the stars...?

Hahaha! Galliard, what foolishness is this?! You have such little firepower that you've turned to poetry! How fitting.

What are you saying...? Can't you hear them?

How would I? I have no interest in fairy tales. Never mind that... Behold, the power of my state-of-the-art technology!

Ugh...!

Galliard?!

Muahaha! You're so fragile! To think that someone like this is my original!

Regardless... Even though you are merely scrap metal, I will grant you power, out of pity for an outdated model! All you must do is submit to me.

Stop messing around!

Heh heh... You should think carefully about this too, Helena.

Don't you think it's wiser to work with me instead of this cowardly partner unit of yours? My exclusive channel will always be open. If you lose interest in Galliard, then give me a call.

Stop...!

Are you all right, Galliard?

Yes... Don't worry about me.

LeA-BAK's attack... Was it really that powerful? I can't believe it was strong enough to bring Galliard to his knees.

Well, think about it. He only just came back online. He probably wasn't in peak condition. Right, Galliard?

...I suppose so..

......

In the end, he spouted all that stuff and retreated. That's so selfish...

......

Either way, he declared war on humans, so we must deal with him. How about rushing his main base and striking him there?

I do agree with you, but... Where on earth would that even be?

About that... Fortunately, it seems he will be leaving his exclusive channel open.

Helena, you should be able to trace his location from that alone.

Ugh... I really don't want to keep him in my communication log... But if I can do it, can't you, Galliard?

He and I are the same model. Our connection protocol does not match. As of right now, you are the only one that can gain access to him.

But then...

Isn't that great? Galliard is relying on you.

How sly you are to put it like that...

*sigh*... Fine. Looks like there's no other way. I'll give it a shot.

Looks like he's already stopped moving. This location should be the Industrial Ruins? However... They seem to be in an area that limits entry and exit.

Is that so? I don't remember there being an area like that.

Ever since it became the Rebellion's hideout, we've modified it heavily. If nothing has changed since I ceased functioning, then I know it inside and out.

All right. We're counting on your guidance, Galliard. Let's go, Synth Hydra!

Got it. Destination set to AD1100! To the Industrial Ruins!

LeA-BAK... Seeing how confident he was, it is highly likely that he has the Chronos Report. But more than that... He may also know about my bodily abnormalities.

To think I could not even evade attacks of that level...

Ugh!

Again...! I will... Never submit!

I have no doubt that this is the cause of my body's abnormalities... I'm nearing my limit.

Please, stars... Please give me a little more time...

Enhanced Synth Humans... They're strong...

So that was an Enhanced Synth Human... They sure are strong.

But why would you bring a machine from the Former KMS HQ?

Message! We'll discuss this later! You need to eliminate the intruders first!

Got it! Let's go look for the other Enhanced Synth Humans!

Huh? Where's Riica?

Now that you mention it... I don't see her.

Hey, over there!

That's odd. When did I get separated from Aldo and the others?

Riica! What are you doing?!

Oh, my! I'm surrounded! How careless of me!

Don't move, machine lady!

Is that... Rovella?!

Oh? You can't compare these guys with the weaklings from the other areas. A surprise attack will only take out one of them.

Thank you! Thank you so much!

Come on, now... There's still two of them left! Don't let your guard down!

Come on! There's no time to be daydreaming!

Is that...an ally?!

Oh? You can't compare these guys with the weaklings from the other areas. A surprise attack will only take out one of them.

Who are you?!

I'm Rovella. I'm a professional that will take on any job. I'm actually in the middle of one right now, though.

Come on! There's no time to be daydreaming!

Rovella! The Bits followed us!

Let's take them out! Come on, everyone!

This elevator... My ID and security code are in the logs. The only ones that can do that would have to be the same model as me.

Hm...? But this elevator...

I have used this kind of elevator before! It can't go to new areas!

......

Host authenticated. Designated area unlocked.

You can now travel to the Furnace Central Area.

So this is how it works!

You will find LeA-BAK's hideout up ahead. You should all be careful as we proceed.

Of course. Now, let's get going.

This is an unconfirmed floor! Please be careful, everyone!

That was too close... Everyone, please stay close to me from now on!

It wasn't us that got lost in the first place...

You said Rovella was your name? It sounds familiar.

You look like a soldier. I'm ex-military myself.

So an ex-soldier, then? Maybe that's why I've heard your name.

Well, look at you. Looks like you can move without any issues now.

Hm... Have we met? I don't have any records of you in my memory bank.

Don't sweat the details too much.

Hm... Still, how did you manage to enter this area? It should be extremely difficult to get here without using that elevator.

I'm a professional. I have my ways. Hire a thief to catch a thief, you know?

And like a thief, I've been squeezing through tight spots, so I'm filthy!

Heh... You're a strange human.

Oh? Even the former leader of the Synth Humans can smile. I didn't know that.

Right... I think that's a wonderful smile.

Wait, that's not what I meant!

You weren't surprised at all when you saw Galliard. You must have known about his revival.

Yeah. It's related to my current work.

Don't tell me, you were ordered to destroy Galliard!

Nope, don't worry about that. Anyway, do you people know about a Synth Human called LeA-BAK?

Him...!

Yeah. We're looking for him, too.

Perfect, I have business with him too. How about we team up?

Absolutely. We're friends already. Rovella, you're one of us now.

Sure, sounds good! You can never have too many allies, you know what I mean?

Heh, then it's decided. Let's hurry on down.

Yes. We must find LeA-BAK!

What's with this weird wall?

This is the Time-Space Structure that was back at the Former KMS HQ! It's the super-barrier!

So this is the top secret technology of the KMS Corporation. What's it doing here?

Hang on a minute... Sebastia!

Yes! Nice one, Amy. I'm glad you called me! I'm in a bit of trouble too!

O-Oh, really? Um, hear me out, Sebastia. In the Industrial Ruins, there's a Time-Space Structure. It seems like the Enhanced Synth Humans are trying to increase their power by using the Time Layers Force... What on earth is going on?

Hmm... That's certainly interesting. LeA-BAK escaped from the KMS Company, so... Perhaps he stole it back then? The worst case scenario is that the KMS Corporation and LeA-BAK are accomplices...

Say, Leo. What do you know abou– Wha?!

Sebastia? What's wrong, Sebastia?!

Heh heh... Seems like you finally noticed! There's nowhere to run.

What's the meaning of this?! Did the KMS Corporation really...?

I know how this will turn out! Sebastia is going to get erased! Dead men tell no tales!

What?!

...That's a bit of a stretch, Riica. We're only playing chess. Leo's pieces are all closing in on me.

Ah, that scared me... So this will be that battle for the 101st win at chess.

Leo is spreading his pieces out all over the chessboard... He's been flanking me the whole game. Oh, that was huge mistake... If only I had played it cool and hadn't challenged him to a match.

Let's begin, Sebastia, and end this... This unending road to our engagement.

Oh, be quiet! I'm having a serious conversation here! Go away! Shoo!

*sigh*... So what were we talking about? The Time-Space Structure is in the Industrial Ruins? Actually, Leo did say something interesting a while back.

He did?

You remember when the giant robot erased the floating island? Back then.

Oh, that... It was something about an old government organization. But what's that all about?

I don't know that either. I tried hacking all sorts of places to investigate, but nothing came up.

(They were supposedly supporting Synth Humans...) (It's not impossible, but would they really go to such lengths...?)

What's wrong, Biaka?

...It's nothing.

So this is the Time-Space Structure. It seems like you were right.

Speaking of which, this must be your first time seeing it too, Galliard. In order to get through it–

I'm sorry, but this is where we must part ways.

What?!

What's the meaning of this, Galliard?

I have to speak with LeA-BAK alone.

What's gotten into you, Galliard...? Won't you please calm down? In order to break through, we need to gather super-batteries called Time Layers Force...

I have no need for that.

Huh?!

I have the Origin Lance!

Even my anti-ship armament couldn't scratch it. Your lance can't possibly...

What's this shaking?!

Aldo... Take care of Helena!

Galliard!

Oh, no! He got the jump on us!

Ugh! Soon... Soon... LeA-BAK will...

...Galliard!

Helena?! You... followed us?!

Why, Galliard?! Why did you go alone?!

I'm sorry, Helena. I didn't want to drag you into this mess.

However, it ended up this way thanks to the guidance of the stars.

The guidance... of the stars...?

Follow me, Helena. We're going to meet LeA-BAK.

You opened a hole in the Time-Space Structure...?

If so... The Origin Lance has the power to interfere with space-time! That kind of insane weapon can only be created by none other than Professor Chronos!

But why...? Well then why don't we go together?

Don't tell me that he's collaborating with LeA-BAK and intends on hopping over to the Synth Human side!

Galliard would never do that!

Come on. If you have time for idle chit-chat, then we should hurry up and gather the Time Layers Force. I have to go up ahead or else I'll never finish this job.

Honestly, don't we already have enough?

Then hurry up and use it.

Yeah... Rovella is right. We must hurry and gather the Time Layers Force!

Looks like we need more Time Layers Force!

We have to gather them quickly and catch up to Galliard!

All right, let's do this! Let's insert the Time Layers Force into the wall...

From the coordinates of that man, it should be around here.

Hm... Helena, stand back!

Oh? It's you. What's wrong? You came all the way here to see me? Have you decided to join me?

That would never happen. Galliard will never join you!

Hehehe... That's quite brave of you to say. Then why exactly did you come here?

I have come to ask you. I will be direct. Why are you faking having the power of the Chronos Report?

What?!

Fake it...? What do you mean, Galliard?!

That single strike from the giant robot must have the technology to interfere with the Time Layer. However, the technology to do just that is still only in the experimental stages in the Chronos Report.

......

Galliard... You know the content of the Chronos Report, don't you?!

Hm?! What are you saying? Of course I do. If you are the same model as me, you should be able to access the Chronos Report.

Well...

I don't understand why you would attempt to fake it. That technology will threaten this entire planet.

Yes... Like that Time Tremor from back then.

Is that true?!

Yes. There's no mistake. The alarm bells of the Chronos Report are flowing into my mind.

Alarm bells? Flowing? What are you talking about...?

From the looks of it, you seem to know nothing. It appears that someone just told you about the Chronos Report. There's no way you would know about my body.

What happened... to your body?

I knew it. Let's go, Helena. I have no business with him anymore.

Oh, really? In that case...

Don't you ever access my private line ever again. I've seen quite enough of you in my logs.

What?! You dare to insult me?!

What a waste of time this was. I don't have much time left and was forced to use it on the likes of him.

Not much time left? What do you mean by that, Galliard?!

......

Wait!

What? You still want something from me?

No one is allowed to look down on me! I will prove to you that your model is inferior!

Huh!

Galliard?!

You're taking so much time on such small fry. How pitiful you are. You talked big, but you can't do anything! How laughable!

Ngh!

How about it, Helena? Now do you see that I am better? Admit it, and I will forgive you for your earlier insolence. For I am generous. If you're with that weakling of a man, the coexistence of humans and Synth Humans will forever be a dream.

Stop it. Don't make me repeat myself. Or perhaps you're low on memory?

Haha. You're a strong-minded woman. I like it.

LeA-BAK... You truly know absolutely nothing... In the end, this is nothing but child's play. You may call it being free, but... What a shallow world it is that you live in.

Your time has come and gone... Your words mean nothing now!

Listen, LeA-BAK. Whether you want to rule over humans or cooperate with them... Synth Humans will never be able to coexist with humans.

What did you say?!

Can't coexist? Never?! What do you mean, Galliard?!

We overloaded! We managed to catch up!

Come on! Hurry up and get to where Galliard is!

No way... Are you telling me that it's already over? Tch... I don't want to fail at this. Got a generous client backing us this time around!

Hey, over there!

Helena, snap out of it! What happened to Galliard?!

......

That can't be... If... that's true... Then what he said about the Chronos Report... What's the meaning of it all?!

Answer me! Did you do that to Galliard?!

Silence, human! I don't care what happens to that piece of junk!

What?! How dare you!

You miserable humans shall disappear...!

How dare you do that to Galliard!

Biaka?! You can't go at it alone! I'll back you up!

How dare you... LeA-BAK!

Urgh!

Sorry, soldier lady. I can't let you kill this Synth Human.

Rovella?! Why did you do that to Biaka?!

Because that's my job. My orders was to prevent the destruction of the Synth Human LeA-BAK.

Who told you to do that?!

Well, I can't tell you. A professional never reveals his clients, you know? Even if you torture me, I'll never spill it.

Prevent...my destruction? So they thought I was going to lose from the very beginning.

Heheheh... Muahahaha!

LeA-BAK?!

I finally understand everything. How dare you...? How dare you make light of I, LeA-BAK! You will live to regret plotting against me!

All right. Looks like we can now escape.

Galliard!

Phew... That concludes my end of the job. This job left a bad taste in my mouth though.

I never choose my clients. Don't take it personally. Now then, I'm going to go and take a little break after a job well done.

*Opens can*

*glug* *glug* *glug*

What is that?! An energy drink?

Galliard... Answer me, Galliard! Riica, come over here and do a vital scan on Galliard!

Yes! Leave that to me!

No visible signs of damage on the external body. However, the consciousness level is zero. No signs of head activity! This is very similar to the state prior to the installation of the personality AI!

No...!

Are you serious?

I see... You were finally revived but now you've gone to the other side again... Such a sinful man... breaking people's hearts for the second time.

I'm going home now. If there's any other job that needs to be done, you know how to call me.

I'm going home now. Perhaps we may meet again. Otherwise, this will be the last we see each other.

Helena... What's going on?

Answer me, Helena!

......

Helena! Now is the time for you to get ahold of yourself!

Oh... Biaka?

Tell me! What happened to Galliard?

Galliard is...

Listen, LeA-BAK. Whether you want to rule over humans or cooperate with them... Synth Humans will never be able to coexist with humans.

What did you say?!

Can't coexist? Never?! What do you mean, Galliard?!

Listen. There's something you should know about the Synth Humans created by the KMS Company...

They have this thing called the Rebellion Circuit built into them.

Rebellion Circuit? What is that?

It is literally a circuit that encourages rebellion against humans. All Synth Humans have that built into them. They will gradually learn antagonism towards humanity. Soon, it will grow into an uncontrollable hatred towards humans.

But... Is that why they all hated humans that much?

How can we remove this Rebellion Circuit?!

It is a circuit that is fused with the synth brain that installs the personality of AI. If you were to try to remove it...

The Synth Human's personality AI will be completely formatted.

That's the same as dying!

Yes... I suppose so.

You said the Synth Humans were produced by the KMS Company, right? Could I have the Rebellion Circuit, too?

No, you would likely be exempt from it. As the prototype, Helena and I also do not have the Rebellion Circuit.

If you're a faithful replica of myself, then that should apply to you, too.

If you really did have the Rebellion Circuit, why don't you hate the humans that you have been with? The crew of the Riftbreaker are all working towards the goal of coexistence with humans!

Mass produced Synth Humans made by the KMS Company aren't the only ones in existence. Yes, there are also ones that are redesigned and manufactured by other Synth Humans. Those do not have the Rebellion Circuit. Helena, the pacifists that you like so much are also without the Rebellion Circuit.

Meaning, Galliard... The hawkish ones that you were leading...

That's right. They were my allies that were designed to hate humans due to the Rebellion Circuit.

That's terrible...

Helena... This the reason why we were able to not be led astray. We do not have the Rebellion Circuit installed. If we were so inclined, it is possible for us to coexist with humans.

However! That doesn't mean that we should cast aside all of our allies who had fought alongside us! I have decided to share my fate with them...

Even if that would lead to you and I being separated.

Galliard... I wish I knew this earlier... I wanted to shoulder this same pain with you.

I didn't want you to be fixated on trivial matters and focus only on the coexistence with humans.

Then why would you reveal that truth to me now after all this time?

I wanted to entrust my warhawk allies to you...

Entrust? What's gotten into you? You sound like...

It's fine even if it takes you time. Now that the Time Tremor has been overcome... Someday, I hope you will find a way to save them.

Why would you say that? I want to be with you...

You can't... I don't have much time left.

Ever since I woke up, I hear a voice calling me to obey, and it keeps lingering in my mind. Even right now, there is a voice that is trying to force me to submit to them.

Galliard... Did you swear allegiance to that voice?

No, you don't have to answer that. You will never submit to anyone. Isn't that right?

Yes. No one is able to control my mind. Not now, not ever. If I was going to submit to someone who would do something as underhanded as this, I would choose death.

You're exaggerating, Galliard. Please don't say you would rather die.

No, I... I will cease to function soon.

Wait, what?!

The voice says that my personality AI will be deleted... unless I obey.

......

G-Galliard?!

Oh...! I see... So it has begun.

No, Galliard! Can't anything be done about it?!

I'm sorry, Helena. If I sold my soul to this voice, I won't be myself anymore... If my life was fated to be extinguished anyway, I would rather die as myself. Please allow me at least this.

But with you gone, I...

There's no need to be afraid, Helena. At the very least, you are able to make friends with humans. Believe in Aldo... Believe in your friends!

You have overcome the giant Time Tremor with them... One day, you will be able to build the path of coexistence with them. That's what I believe in...

......

All right. I will take over your will and find a way to coexist with humans...

Good. You are my one and only partner unit.

Farewell, Helena. It was only for a short time, but I'm glad to have spoken to you again.

Galliard...

Helena...

Galliard...? Answer me, Galliard...

Galliard!