Episode 7, Chapter 8: Decryptors Unite!

How's Ada?

She had only minor damage to her bodily systems. Nothing serious.

But why is she still asleep?

...I don't know. I've made all the repairs I can.

The rest is up to Ada's will.

.. - .----. .-.. .-.. / -... . / --- -.- .- -.-- Chloe!

I'm sure she'll wake up.

Alright, how about we talk about our future now?

Now that Code's on the move, this place isn't safe anymore either.

Right. N4, please look after Ada.

.-- .- -.- . / ..- .--.

A... da...!

Isabella, wait.

What about Ada? I mean... won't she still be a problem once she wakes up?

It's okay. She shouldn't pose an immediate threat.

Do you have some kind of plan?

Most of Ada's body is cybernetic, right? So I've modified some of her system permissions... as a precaution.

Even if she wakes up, she won't be able to move.

This was all, of course, done at Chloe's recommendation.

Ada has changed. She's... not the person I used to know, and she's committed a lot of crimes.

But still, I want to trust her... and give her one more chance.

Plus, Ada might have information about KrypTiiK or Code that we don't know.

Keeping her around could prove... useful to us.

We've taken our own precautions, so I'll make sure nothing you're concerned about comes to pass.

Oh! You're here, Isabella.

*Yawn...* What'd you call us for? So annoying.

Is everybody here? There are matters I want to discuss after the recent incident.

Bianca, how are the other researchers?

They're all adapting well, and they're all cooperative...

It'll be hard to settle down here for long, though. There's not enough space and...

This place has more oil than water, so food shortages are inevitable.

So we've been thinking about finding a different residential sector...

Ortus and KrypTiiK will be after you. Why don't you just stay here, and we'll figure it out?

Mmm... You need more people to boss around, is that it?

Okay. We'll stay.

Alright, should we get to the main topic?

Going forward... I'm going to try to stop Code.

Even if you all won't help me, I'll do this alone, but...

I assume everyone here has the same goal, so I'm asking for your support and cooperation.

I never thought you'd lead the charge.

What's gotten into you?

I knew there was a problem with KrypTiiK.

But... I ignored it and ran away.

I could've done something sooner, but I just... ran.

I... am ashamed. And regretful.

I'm not ashamed, and I don't regret anything in my life, soo... can I leave?

Wait, M.A.D. Now is actually the perfect time for your talents.

Going forward, we're fighting Code head on.

What would you say to the chance to create an explosive masterpiece by combining the fruits of our staggering genius with yours?

...Oh. That is a bit tempting.

Then, can I make a power suit that explodes upon being hit?

...Wouldn't it be more effective to just make a missile or a bomb?

Oh no! The whole point is that the entire body will burst into flames and explode with the wearer!

People like you who spend your whole lives cooped up in their labs know nothing, do they?

Cloud, Verna. Can we count you two in as well?

Yeah. We've got to find Mina, and Code's involved with her kidnapper, right?

That's right. Code only changed after she got involved with Eleanor.

And the group called the Underdogs.

You're our best chance, so we'll stick with you.

Then, Chloe... What about you?

Do you even need to ask?

Your goal was to speak to Ada, so... I thought you might back out at this point.

No, in fact, I have a greater goal now.

Code... Hmph! I feel like I'll only feel satisfied once I punch her right in her smug face!

Great, okay! Well now that everyone's on board, how about you hash out the specifics over a round of drinks?

No... I'm done explaining now...

Don't be like that! C'mon, let's go!

So... does all of this make us, like... a resistance now?

Geez, this is turnin' into something pretty big, huh?

Haha... What's a resistance without bombs? Count me in!

And yet somehow YOU can still only think about blowing things up...

Well, since Code is ready to start an all-out war, blowing her up's just fair game.

Calling ourselves "The Resistance" is too obvious...

Decryptors could work.

...Why do you seem so into this?

Don't underestimate the importance of vibes. The right name will create a sense of unity.

I agree! The Decryptors! It's a great name!

Leader, shout it loud and proud! Decryptors, unite!

Yeah, get a cheer started! Set the tone for us.

Call us to order, boss lady!

Who ever said I'd be leading this?

C'mon, who would we ask? It's you, Isabella! Now, everybody put your hands in.

Decryptors...

Unite!

This really isn't my kind of thing...

Stop acting cool and get your hand in here!

Ugh...Decryptors...

Unite...

Yeah!

Our ultimate goal is to stop Code and the Underdogs' plan, but...

What's something we can do right now?

The remaining members of Ortus will try to protect Code.

She's nothing short of a god to them.

We still need to get to the very center of the inner sector.

Knowing Code, she'll certainly be there. We don't stand a chance if we attack them head-on...

Tch, we don't have many cards to play.

Uh... Can we fix the Hyper Portal?

Why?

If we have a way in and out of the Gaba Archipelago, we can bring in reinforcements.

Hm, that's a good idea, but it'll take time.

Let's start by making a step-by-step plan for things we can do right now.

Chloe and M.A.D., do you have any suggestions?

Hm... I'll think about it and get back to you! Hehe.

Enough thinking! Let's just start blowing things up.

Whatever the mission, we'll help, too.

I appreciate that.

For your first task... Could you please stop M.A.D.?

Isabella, can't we just drink and relax today?

I'm so tired.

Haha, sorry.

Have a drink, and let's gather our strength.

Tomorrow's another busy day.