QUEEN'S ORDER

That's my apple-flavored Splendamin! Get your grubby mitts off it!

Huh? What?

Listen you little squirt. I'm the one who pays your dad.

If you want to get technical, I have just as much right to this Splendamin as you do.

Nuh-uh! My dad bought it for me!

!!

Well, aren't you a feisty one?

I-I'm sorry, Boss!

He's still young, he...

What are you so scared for?

A bright kid like him has a bright future ahead of him.

Just make sure you keep him well-fed so he grows up big and strong.

Yes, Boss!!

You're right, this is yours. Don't let people steal your things like I just tried to do.

... Okay.

Now that I think about it, I'm feeling a might peckish myself.

Let's get some grub.

I'll have them prepare your usual.

Very good. Let's head in.

Boss.

Red Grass is apparently purchasing large amounts of incendiary devices.

Red Grass... that's one of the new gangs, isn't it? What are they gathering bombs for?

Are they orchestrating a terror attack?

Hard to say.

We're not sure at this point,

but their activity has been very suspect as of late.

Such as?

Their pockets aren't nearly deep enough to buy that many explosives.

What is it then?

Have they got a connection in the Ark footing the bill?

It could very well be possible.

Whatever the reason, our main consideration should be

how much of a danger it does or doesn't pose to you.

Why are you getting yourself so worked up over something so trivial?

It's not like they're the only ones in the Outer Rim fond of playing with bombs.

But I hear you. I'll be careful.

Hello lady, I'm com...!

!!!!

Boss, get back!

Agh!

This may be more dangerous than I thought...

...

Hmm...

She's pretty roughed up. It looks like a bomb went off right in front of her.

Don't worry.

The treatment is working as intended.

Thankfully, I had a part that matched her specific model, so I was able to treat her easily.

As long as she gets some rest, she won't have any major issues.

Don't mention it.

Well, if that's everything, then I'll be off.

... Commander.

I know it's not easy for you,

but if things start getting dangerous, please take care of yourself.

If you get hurt even superficially, come to the hospital at once.

Is that clear?

Good. See you around, Commander.

Who is it?

!!

Mister...?

What are you doing here?

In the Commander's Room？

Dang.

You weren't kidding.

Jeez, did I get knocked out with one puny bomb?

How'd I end up here?

... Mister.

How long have I been out?

Damn! It's too late now.

Get ready to leave, Mister.

That's right. We're going to want to blend in,

so I'd suggest ditching the military uniform.

I don't have time to explain everything in detail.

Just hurry up and change.

At least take off your jacket. You're practically broadcasting to the entire world you're part of the military.

!!

...

...

Mister, once that door opens, duck down.

Don't worry.

I won't let myself get ambushed twice.

Get down!

Ugh...!

Let's go!

...

Go figure.

I made you take your jacket off right before we had to book it. You must be freezing.

Well, I'm not.

We all know how sexy you look rain-drenched,

but I'd rather be seeing this under other circumstances.

...

It's classified.

Telling you more will only get you mixed in deeper.

That may be, but it's still safer not to know everything.

...

*Sigh* You're right. You deserve to know why you're being subjected to all this madness.

Someone planted a bomb at the restaurant I frequent.

The moment I opened the door, kablammo!

The entire place was blown sky high.

Not sure.

My list of enemies

is a mile long.

Having said that,

I do have some guesses.

I don't know how far they're willing to go,

so all I can do is hypothesize.

I don't know if it's just me they're after,

the Underworld Queen,

or...

the entire Outer Rim.

Depending on which of those possibilities it is, my response will have to be different.

Although there is one uniting fact: no matter what, I'm gonna give them a taste of their own medicine.

...

Not sure.

So many bombs went off in quick succession,

that we all got separated.

They're hardened characters.

If they die, then that's just how it is.

... Yeah.

...

We'll arrive at the Ark soon.

Mister.

When the elevator arrives, duck behind the button panel.

They might have some men waiting for us on the other side of the doors.

Don't worry.

No matter what happens,

I'll make sure you get home safely.

Is that right?

You know your way around a firearm?

That's a relief.

Raptures? What does this have to...

Ah, I get it.

Raptures are way more terrifying than humans.

Hehe, you've got a point there.

You're always being sent into the fray, and you always come out the other end intact.

I forgot about that.

Okay.

I won't coddle you so much.

But still, don't run out of the elevator.

You might end up getting perforated.

Good. Get ready.

We're about to arrive.

...

...

There's nobody?

Huh, guess I got all worked up for nothing.

I hear you, but we can't be on high alert 24/7.

Let's just head out.

...

... Phew.

I don't think there's anyone here.

Still, don't let your guard down.

Whenever it's quiet like this, there's usually...

See what I mean?

*Argh*

Agh!

Sneaky little buggers were in hiding.

Hmmm.

How should we do this?

We can't just barge into their hideout.

And it feels a bit premature to return to the Outer Rim at this point...

Sakura?

When?

... Okay.

That's not a bad idea.

She might be able to explain to us what exactly is going on.

Can I borrow your phone for a second?

Yes.

I'd rather call her myself than sit there with my thumb up my butt

watching you two text.

Thank youuuu.

We better make our way to that safe house

Sakura was talking about.

Hey, you two. It's been a while.

Why are you alone?

If I'd come with an escort, you'd have been suspicious.

I don't want any tension between us,

and now's not the time to be having a pissing contest, so I came alone.

It looks like it wasn't a lie that you were injured.

It's all true, I'm afraid.

It's been a while since I got a surprise gift.

I hate surprises.

I see.

That's too bad.

Yes?

In light of the situation we find ourselves in, I used a disguise.

A what?

What does that even mean?

Hardly.

This is a customary outfit worn by many generations of the Seimeikai.

It's been tailored especially to fit me.

Are you saying...

that it looks bad?

Well, good.

Have you experienced anything weird on your end?

We did.

Nothing as bad as a bomb, but we did get a nasty little surprise.

A message warning us not to interfere.

I can't believe this...

Rosanna, I should tell you.

There are rumors swirling around the Outer Rim that

Hedonia is cleaning house, and no one's safe from being purged.

...

They're making it sound as if you've been defeated,

and the general feeling is that there's a major war brewing.

Whoever these people are, they've been waiting for this moment.

Haha.

It feels like we're chess pieces on a chess board.

... Pisses me off.

...

Listen up, madam.

Yes?

What do you think they're after?

To me, this feels personal.

As if they've got some kind of grudge against you.

However, I've been targeted as well...

Are they setting their sights on all of us?

It certainly seems that way.

Yes.

Given the nature of our role,

it's inevitable that we'd have countless enemies both inside and outside of the Outer Rim.

This is all just guess-work, though.

Based on the current information we have, their objectives remain unknown to us.

So we've got to quietly gather more information.

Sounds to me like you'll be investigating the Outer Rim.

Should I head to the Ark then?

Yes, it'll be easier for you two to keep a low profile there.

If people see you wandering around the Outer Rim, word will spread fast,

so I think it'd be better to leave the Ark to you two.

Fine by me.

I heard the hideout for this Red Gas or whatever they're calling themselves is located in a back alley in the Ark.

I was planning on paying them a little visit.

You can't do that.

Not under any circumstance can you get her involved in this.

If you task that numbskull with any form of espionage,

the entire Outer Rim will know what we're doing in mere minutes.

She'll be just fine.

Yeah, she can handle herself.

Idiotic people tend to live longer, anyway.

Moran may not be the sharpest knife in the drawer,

and the Peony Association might be somewhat meager in scale,

but every member is highly skilled.

Any slipups from their would-be attackers, and they'll be caught in no time.

But Mister,

now is not the time to be worrying about other people. You should be worrying about yourself.

Because...

You're one of the few humans that we speak to.

And now that I came to you,

you've become an important target.

So, since things have turned out this way,

why don't you go with Sakura?

Absolutely.

I know it's dangerous being in the Outer Rim,

but it will only get more dangerous if you stay here with me.

It'll be better for you if you're somewhere where there are more people around to protect you.

What about me?

I told you before.

I've got to do some digging in the Ark.

Two doesn't make it better.

It only increases the danger.

Including attacking the hideout?

You might take a bullet inside enemy lines.

You okay with that?

Haha, you really are a headcase.

Are you really so infatuated with me that you can't stand to be away from me?

!!

What is this? Are you trying to get my goat?

What good does it do you to provoke me?

You could die, you know that?

...

*Sigh* Fine. Do what you want.

But from here on out, I'm not making any more concessions just to make things more convenient for you.

Keep that in mind.

Are you two finished?

Fine.

If that's what you've decided, then I won't argue.

But at the very least, get out of that ridiculous military uniform.

Don't worry.

I've prepared everything ahead of time.

You can change inside there.

What's wrong with him changing right here?

... Rosanna.

What? You know you want to see it.

...

Hehe, see you in a bit.

Looks like a perfect fit.

You look extra spiffy, just like I thought you would.

Now, just put these on.

Absolutely. You cannot reveal your face.

Being someone we're interested in,

and getting yourself involved in our business affairs are two totally different things.

If you end up accidentally revealing your identity,

then you might not be able to return back to your normal life.

I doubt that's something you want, right?

Although I'm not entirely opposed to the idea of you living in the underworld with me full-time,

that would definitely knock a few points off in terms of your attractiveness, so I'll pass.

You need to keep your eyes peeled while you're out on the field with us.

Good. Then should we get moving?

Rosanna.

Please take care of him.

As if you had to ask.

Besides, he's with me anyway.

I'm the one he chose to accompany.

...

Commander-kun, you be careful.

Message me anytime you feel things are getting out of hand.

I'll come and get you out of whatever jam you're in.

Ugh, would you two quit being so irritating and leave?

Alrighty, see you soon.

We better get going as well, Mister.

That's where we need to go.

You see that warehouse?

Yep.

Yep. Doesn't it sound like fun?!

C'mon, don't be a scaredy-cat.

It'll be fine.

You're not gonna die or anything.

Well,

since you asked...

How are your acting skills?

Master thespian, you say?

You?

Hmm...

In that case, this should be easy.

Don't worry.

Your role shouldn't be anything too demanding.

You bet your sweet bippy I am.

You're quick.

No need to be so nervous.

All you've gotta do is drag me out by the neck,

and say one thing:

I've brought you the boss of Hedonia.

Easy, right?

Don't worry.

I've got a Plan B prepared just in case.

Dunno.

It's more fun leaving it as a secret, don't you think?

Ha! Whatever happened to that big brave man act you were giving me earlier?

Honestly, you don't have to worry.

This is all just a ruse to make things move a little smoother.

Your presence alone

is a big help to me.

Let me tell you something.

Of all the humans and Nikkes that I've ever interacted with,

there's only been one person I've ever entrusted with something like this.

You're now the second.

The boss before me.

A despicable man who sold the brain of his non-biological daughter

to prolong his life by any means possible.

What he didn't expect was for her to turn into Nikke and chop off his head.

What I'm saying, Mister,

is don't betray me.

Or else I'll never forgive you.

!!

Hehe, I suppose you're right.

You're not that kind of guy.

It doesn't matter who you're going up against,

you're someone who places trust in others.

H-hey, you there!

Stop!!

Whoa, he actually stopped!

Why in the world are you so happy about something so basic?

Hey, buddy.

Do you know what this place is?

It's a place where nicely-dressed folks like yourself shouldn't be.

Hey. Hey!

What's the matter with you? Why aren't you saying anything?

Helllooo? Are you deaf?

What was that all about?

The guy must be sick in the head or something.

There are a lot of nutcases out there these days.

Even in the Ark?

The entire world's going to hell in a handbasket.

Pffff...!

Okay, okay, let's go.

W-wait a sec, that's...?!

That hair color...is that the boss of Hedonia?!

Uh, our boss? The boss went to see the wall...

So you know how to talk after all.

How come you didn't say anything before?

... Of what?

Pffftt!

!!!

!!!

What?

You brought what?

Is this some kind of joke? If it is, I ain't laughin'!

!!

Hey, Hey! Where are you going?!

Wh-what do we do?

Should we wait? Should we shoot him?

Let's wait for a second.

If we don't like whatever he brings back, we can plug him then.

Not too bad! Looking good out there, sport!

W-wait a sec, that's...?!

That hair color... is that the boss of Hedonia?!

Uh, our boss? The boss...

Who are you to tell us what to do?

First things first: we need to inspect...

Hey! Stop right there!

Hey!

Have you got wax in your ears or what?!

I said stop!

Who are you?

Who do you think you are, coming here dressed like that?

This place is...

Hey! Shut your yap!

This is a place where people like you get taken for a ride.

Excuse me?

You brought what?

Is this some kind of joke? If it is, I ain't laughin'!

!!

Hey, Hey! Where are you going?

What is up with this guy? Why would he ask what this place is?

Then all that stuff about bringing us the boss of Hedonia?

This guy's got a screw loose.

Let's wait and see how this plays out.

Hehe, nice save.

W-wait a sec, that's...?!

That hair color... is that the boss of Hedonia?!

Uh, our boss? The boss...

Wait. Just a moment ago, you asked where we are.

Now you're asking for the boss?

I don't know who you are, Mister,

but you're seeming awfully shady right about now.

...

Well? Boss of what?

Hey, Hey! Where are you going?

What is up with this guy?

Seems like a real weirdo...

Should we just shoot him?

Hold off for a minute. He doesn't seem dangerous.

Let's see how this plays out. I'm curious to see what he's up to.

Pffftt!

All right, all right. Let's go.

W-wait a sec, that's...?!

That hair color... is that the boss of Hedonia?!

Huh? Take you where?

Our boss?

The boss went to see the wall...

Why?

Why do you need to meet him so badly?

Come again?

Pffft!

B-but the boss isn't here...

Hey!

He said he was gonna go see the wa...

Is that so?

Then I guess there's no point in carrying on this little charade.

Argh!

Still, something tells me we can wring out some useful information from this one if we squeeze a little harder.

Let me ask you a few more questions.

You bastard! You tricked us!

Argh!!

You must be crazy,

waving a knife around like that.

I-it's a trap!!

Your acting was better than I thought it'd be, Mister.

You're a natural at this.

The more I hang around you, the more jealous I get.

Are you interested in doing some other work for me in the future?

... Something's fishy about all this.

You mean to tell that this lady lost to a puny lookin' fella like you?

Hey!

Just who the hell are you?

You think this is some kind of after-school special, punk?

If you're from the Ark, you should know to stay on your side of the tracks.

Whatever possessed you to come here and start pestering us?

Take off those sunglasses before I gut you like a fish!

Argh!!

Don't let me hear you say another malicious word to him.

Or else you die.

!!!

I-it's a trap!

Ahahahahaha!

You couldn't act your way out of a paper bag, Mister!

I've been trying my best not to bust out laughing this entire time.

I haven't had this much fun in ages.

Let me take it from here.

Don't worry. I won't lose just because I'm outnumbered.

Since you're here,

I'm feeling more powerful than I ever have.

You betcha.

If someone or something threatens your life, I've found that it instills me with this incredible strength.

I thought it'd potentially make for a very interesting method.

And now it's time to try it out.

Now, let's see how skillful Mustang really is.

Let's get this party started.

Finally, a bit of peace and quiet around here.

Hehe, was it that obvious?

This gang is a bunch of chickens, so they hide the moment they lay eyes on me.

I figured that if they saw you, they'd feel a bit more confident, and might even produce their boss for us.

Unfortunately for us,

he apparently isn't here.

Argh...!

So, if it wouldn't be too much trouble,

could you tell me where your boss is?

I'll never tell you a...

Aaarrgh!!

You're making me look bad in front of Mister.

If your boss isn't here, then he must be somewhere in the Outer Rim.

Where is he?

I'll never tell!

And why would that be?

Is it because he's somewhere I couldn't possibly know about?

No, that's not it!

Come to think of it, the big guy said it before.

He went to see the wall.

!!

That's it!

Now I know what you're after.

You were never after us.

You're after the barrier.

!!!

I see.

If you were after the Underworld Queen,

you would have bombed Sakura and Moran as well.

N-no...

Yes. Now it makes sense why you bought all those bombs.

Am I right?

No!

W-we don't know anything!!

We were just trying to mislead you before!

Fine. It doesn't matter if you don't know.

I know everything I need to know now.

Uh, Uh... uhuhuh...!

You can leave now.

Since you told me everything, I'll let you live.

Wh-why are you interfering?

Do you think we're doing this just to serve our own interests?

This is for the Outer Rim.

If we get rid of the barrier, we can reside in the Ark as true citizens!

That's all well and good for you, but what about everybody else?

What about me?

!!!

Argh!

Let me ask you this.

This little revolution of yours really did a number on my pride.

My territory lies in ruins. Many of my men are dead.

How are you going to make that up to me?

I-I'm sorr...!

Liberation of the Outer Rim...you're talking out of your ass.

You're a terrorist, plain and simple.

Just because you've got a mouth doesn't mean you should use it.

Please let me live!

Just wait.

I'll have my revenge.

You'll rue the day you ever messed with me,

and Hedonia.

Ah... argh..!

It's okay. I just knocked him out.

Haha. I ended up showing you a side of me that I didn't want to.

Let's go back to the safe house.

I need to meet Sakura.

Hey!

Are you guys always going to be like this?

Why do you keep leaving me out?! I thought we Underworld Queen were supposed to be loyal to each other!

Ugh, who invited her?

!!!

She was very insistent on coming here. Don't ask me why.

She kept pestering me about Rosanna,

asking about what happened to you.

So I answered her, and told her I was coming here to see you.

Ugh, so annoying.

...

Rosanna,

are you okay?

Can't you see?

Do I look okay to you?

...

I don't want your pity,

so cut it out.

...

...

At any rate, it's just as well that we're all under the same roof. I want to discuss the plan going forward.

Wait!

Before that, I have something to give you.

What's the big idea, interrupting me like that?

Huh? How come there's no answer?

They should be picking up as soon as I call...

Hello?

They picked up!

!!!

Here, take it.

Don't tell me that...

Hello?

...

Is this the boss?

... Consigliere.

Boss, I'm glad you're safe.

You're alive?

Yes. It seems my luck hasn't run out just yet.

What about the others?

... Most everyone who was at the scene didn't make it.

... How many?

A small number of civilians who happened to be there,

and most of our members who attempted to protect them.

Only approximately 10 people, myself included, survived.

... I see.

If you hadn't closed the door when the bomb went off, we would have been goners.

Let's not talk about it.

Consigliere.

Yes?

After the rumors of my death began to spread,

was there someone who went around saying that all gangs should be purged?

... Yes.

Can you show me who?

Yes.

B-Boss? You're safe!

So, it was you?

... Boss?

Did she just say that since I had been found,

it would be dangerous to be in complete opposition to the gang,

and that she would introduce a trustworthy gang?

!!!!

... That's right.

Consigliere.

Yes.

Anyone who advocates reconciliation

is a traitor.

It's been taken care of.

Be ready. I'll be back soon.

Very well.

Thank you.

Whoa!

For someone as dimwitted as you, you did pretty well.

Hey, Rosanna...

What are you going to do now?

Hmm...

Since we're all together, let's talk about it.

About what we're all going to do.

So, let me get this straight:

Red Grass is a gang that's attempting to expand its influence throughout the Outer Rim and the Ark.

They're in fact not attempting to take out the Underworld Queen, but the partition.

Since Hedonia sustained the heaviest causalities, you all will step up to ensure this situation is resolved.

Pretty snappy summary.

You did some digging in the Outer Rim, so I'm sure you can tell

whether what I'm saying is true or false.

... Yes.

From my investigation, I found that Red Grass has been working for someone from the Ark. Someone incredibly affluent.

All their money has been made by ill-gotten means.

That's how they got the money to buy all those bombs.

Ah-hah, I was wondering about that.

This really is something.

I only have one last question.

Whatever you're planning on doing,

can you say for sure that you're not being compromised by your emotions?

Compromised?

I'm just trying to maintain order.

The order that we're supposed to uphold as the Queens of the Underworld.

...

To keep the underworld and the Outer Rim in check,

and to keep the Outer Rim from collapsing.

That's what we're meant to uphold, is it not?

By force, if necessary.

Rosanna...

Our cause is just.

We can't allow these people to

detonate the Outer Rim's barrier.

They say that once the barrier is gone, they'll have their freedom.

But what kind of ludicrous delusion is that?

The second that barrier goes down, they'll be giving the Central Government a reason to come and suppress the Outer Rim by force.

We can't let that happen.

Right?

...

...

My plan, and what I'm going to do,

all fall in line with our directives.

Does it not?

I can't say that your personal vendetta is not a part of all this,

but it is also true that we cannot allow this to go on.

It appears we have little choice.

The Seimeikai agrees.

... Yes.

The barrier can't be destroyed, so

the Peony Association is with you as well.

Good. So it's settled.

I'll be on my way then.

I have a lot of things to take care of.

Yes.

I'm going to end all of this.

From here on out, we operate separately.

With what I'm about to do... I don't want to involve you in any of that.

Stay here in the safe house until I tell you otherwise.

Sakura and her gang will protect you.

Mister.

Following me around has put you through hell and back.

...

Thank you for being with me.

Hey there.

About time you showed up.

!!!

I-it's you?!

The one and only.

I was so touched by the thoughtful surprise you arranged for me,

so I wanted to return the favor.

Eek! Change of plans!

Detonate it now!

Huh?

You moron.

Do you think I'd just waltz in here without defusing the bombs first?

!!!

Let me fill you in on a little secret.

That store you planted your bomb in?

One of our members ran that place.

I don't know

if it has more to do with luck or skill, but he was able to have a kid and raise him in the rough-and-tumble Outer Rim.

That little bugger is still kicking. Gonna be turning 5 this year.

That kid's a real handful.

He's always pushing my buttons, utterly clueless that his father works for me.

He's got no manners whatsoever.

He honestly thinks all the food that's put on his table was paid for by his father.

Haha!

Isn't that ridiculous?

I provide a roof over his head, clothes on his back, and put food on his table.

His ignorance is honestly kind of beguiling, and I find it cute.

It's refreshing, and something you don't often find in the Outer Rim.

It's nice to see this so-called familial love.

Finding something like that here is rare, wouldn't you agree?

But you know what?

His father is dead now,

thanks to that bomb you set off.

A beautiful thing, completely eradicated in an instant.

Bang!

All gone.

...

Ah, right.

You said you wanted to topple the barrier and live like everyone else does in the Ark,

right?

If you've got a brain in that thick skull of yours, I suggest you start using it.

Do you really think that plan will work?

Do you realize what will happen the moment you destroy this barrier?

The Central Government will bring in an elite Nikke squad, and you'll be six feet underground in no time.

Do you think you'll be the only ones killed? Everyone will be slaughtered. Every single person in the Outer Rim.

They wouldn't dare...

You don't think so?

Well, whatever. Think however you want.

I didn't come here to try and set you straight anyway.

I honestly don't know why I care so much.

It has nothing to do with me.

The Outer Rim. The Revolution. All of them.

If you don't like someone, shoot 'em.

If you want to achieve something, blow it to smithereens.

That's the Outer Rim, my friend.

However,

where you screwed up with your wanna-be revolution was getting those close to me involved.

You shouldn't have killed those people!

An eye for an eye.

A tooth for a tooth.

Blood for blood.

That is how I keep order.

Now, my friends,

our vendetta begins.

... Commander?

Were you waiting for someone?

I've heard that

you're mixed up in something big this time.

I got a message from Ingrid and

I wanted to see if you were safe.

She said, and I quote:

I heard about the incident with the Underworld Queen from Mustang.

We'll be taking care of the violent incidents in the Ark.

And also...

I have already informed Perilous Siege.

They will judge it as "a last resort" and will not act on it.

You should be careful not to get into trouble.

That's what she wanted to tell you.

Okay, I'll relay the message.

Oh, this? Since I came here as Ingrid's representative,

I decided to dress up as a secretary.

What do you think? Do I pull it off?

I'll take it!

...

... Commander.

I don't know what has happened,

but the person you're waiting for is safe.

I hope that they'll come to find you soon.

See you around.

Who isn't coming?

If you're waiting for someone other than me, I'm gonna be pissed at you.

Hey there, Mister.

I snuck in while you were lost in your thoughts.

All taken care of.

From the Outer Rim

to the Ark.

Didn't leave a trace.

Excuse me, Madam.

Our boss wants to express her regards,

for the considerable largesse you have given to the Red Grass gang.

!!!!

No one will be posing a danger to you anymore.

!!!

I didn't expect to hear you say that.

You're a rather peculiar human specimen...

It's okay.

We're from two different worlds. It's understandable that you'd react that way.

As long as you don't push me away.

!!

... Haha.

An ordinary person worrying about the life of a criminal mastermind.

I'm glad you're safe,

too.

If something ever happened to you,

I can't even imagine the tear I'd go on.

Good. Let's keep it that way.

You just stay here like a good boy and wait for me.

That way, no matter what happens to me,

I'll be able to come back and see you.

Hi, Mister.

What do you think?

A present.

You look bored stiff.

How about picking up where we left off last time?

At any rate, that's what I'd like to do,

but let's switch it up today.

There's a place only I know about.

Let's go there.

Stop complaining and come this way.

Tah-dah!

I'd like to introduce you to the family plot.

Yeah.

Right.

Not sure.

It's not inside the Ark, so you can't say it's the Central Government's property.

Soooo, I guess I can use it.

Fine, using the surface elevator for my own personal use may be problematic.

But I never said I was an angel.

I don't see what's the big deal.

Beats me.

They might, they might not.

I haven't told anyone about it yet.

Mister,

if word gets out about this cemetery,

I'll know it was you who betrayed me.

That's better. I like it when you use that noggin of yours.

Most of the Hedonia members have been born and raised in the Outer Rim.

Not once in their entire life

did they have the chance to see the sun.

So I figured, the least I can do

is to give them one last chance to see it in death.

Are you going to report me?

Hehe, that makes you an accessory.

You better not go turncoat on me.

I may love you to the moon and back,

but I'd never forgive you for that. You'd have hell to pay.

As you should.

I've got a lot of love to give.

Enough that I'm willing to bring someone other than myself here.

...

Should we go back?