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After gaining a better understanding of the backpack's performance, Erica had more work to attend to, while Cagalli left the testing site with Kira.

"Any leads on that mechanical bird of Flay's?" Cagalli asked slowly.

"Not yet. The craftsmanship is different from mine, only the appearance is similar. But the skill is excellent, at least an A-level ability."

"However, I've removed the camera and storage modules inside. Now it's just an ordinary mechanical bird."

"Hmm."

Cagalli actually had some guesses about this, but after all, Kira's Little Bird was completely different from hers.

Her Little Bird was more lifelike than a mechanical bird.

And how did He Kui know about the Little Bird?

These were things she hadn't figured out yet.

"But Xiao Liu's Little Bird is also quite impressive."

Kira looked at Xiao Liu beside him and spoke gently.

Although he could currently make a B-level machine like that, considering the other's age, it was indeed remarkable.

Of course, Kira didn't know that both the age and the machine were fabricated.

"Thank you."

Xiao Liu lowered her eyes and said.

Didn't Uzumi and Erica express any suspicions to Kira?

But that was normal.

The current Kira was not the Kira from SEED, nor was he the Kira before Flay was killed.

Perhaps he still didn't know his true origins.

"By the way, how are things with Flay?"

Cagalli changed the subject and asked.

Hearing this, Kira showed a bitter smile.

"Same as always."

"But she's already broken up with her boyfriend, right? After all, your friend is supposed to take a position in Orb, and with her father around, that's impossible."

Originally, Sai planned to become a civil official in the Atlantic Federation, thanks to Flay's father's connections.

But everything that happened in Alaska completely cut off Sai's path.

If he wanted to be a civil official, it could only be in Orb.

Even if he wanted to return, he couldn't.

"But in this regard, I'm about the same."

Kira touched the cold wall of the Dawn Organization beside him.

If he wanted to leave with Flay, not only would Orb not allow it, but Kira himself wouldn't be willing either.

After all, the treatment of Bio-CPUs and Combat Coordinators wasn't exactly good.

"Give yourself some confidence. Maybe you can make that young lady forget about the Atlantic Federation. And she came here because of that bird that looks like your Little Bird, right?"

"Hmm, but if she doesn't like it here, it might be better to send her back."

Kira said slowly.

"I'll ask her. No need to rush. Once the battle situation stabilizes, it won't be long."

Currently, Flay has too much information on her, so she can't just be allowed to return.

"Alright."

Kira might not trust others, but he trusted his parents and Cagalli.

"What about you, Cagalli? Found a boyfriend yet?"

Kira teased.

"W-what are you talking about!"

Cagalli said, glancing at He Kui, who hadn't spoken, and He Kui's head also turned toward Cagalli.

Although she knew it wasn't a real gaze, Cagalli still retracted her eyes as if shocked.

Fortunately, Kira didn't have much experience in this area, and seeing Cagalli's reaction, he was just a bit confused.

If it were Mu, he would have probably noticed something amiss by now.

He Kui hadn't expected Flay and Kira to still be entangled in their tug-of-war.

Soon after Kira reached his destination, he bid farewell to Cagalli, while He Kui followed her all the way back to the office of the Dawn Organization's logistics department.

"Cagalli's prestige has been growing lately," He Kui remarked with a smile, watching the employees outside bow deeply to her.

He had witnessed Cagalli's rise step by step, from her beginnings in the counter-terrorism unit to her current position in the logistics department. Her temperament had gradually earned her an unshakable authority among her subordinates. With careful management, it was only a matter of time before Cagalli inherited the position of the leader.

"Well, He Kui, as my advisor, you should show me some respect too," Cagalli said with a hint of annoyance as she took her seat.

"I've always held the utmost respect for you, Cagalli," He Kui replied.

"Hmph," Cagalli didn't respond further, instead focusing intently on the documents in her hands, clearly already in work mode.

He Kui also quieted down and began working on his robots. Bargirrle was coming, and he needed to increase the number of Little Birds. After all, he had promised Bargirrle freedom of movement, but he hadn't said anything about not monitoring her.

Freedom of action under surveillance was still freedom of action.

Time passed quietly in the stillness, and as the setting sun cast its rays through the window, the silence was broken by the sound of a communication call.

"Miss Cagalli, Snake Tail is about to arrive at Kaguya Spaceport."

"I'll go there."

"But what about Sahak-sama..." the person on the other end of the line hesitated.

"I'm going," Cagalli repeated firmly.

"...Understood. I'll inform Sahak-sama."

On one side was the goddess of Orb, and on the other was Mina, also a goddess of Orb. One light, one dark, and those caught in between felt as if they were facing the setting sun, sensing the end of their lives approaching. He was just responsible for delivering the message; he didn't want to get caught in the crossfire between the big shots.

"Alright, thank you," Cagalli's tone softened into a gentle smile as the other party agreed.

He Kui was quite satisfied. At least this little fool knew how to use her status to exert pressure on others.

"They're coming, but they might run into the Sahak family," Cagalli said.

"Let's go together."

"I have Cagalli as my backup!"

Although the Sahak family was powerful, they were still suppressed by Asuha. So He Kui wasn't worried.

Hearing He Kui's words, the seriousness on Cagalli's face was replaced by a blush more vibrant than the setting sun outside.

"Sounds like you're freeloading..." Cagalli couldn't help but mutter with a pout.

"If I could freeload off Cagalli, I'd be happy."

"Then come over here now!"

Of course, Cagalli wasn't referring to Xiao Liu, but He Kui pretended not to understand and just had Xiao Liu hug her.

"Here, and this is for you," He Kui presented a round, chubby Haro he had made during a break from working on the Little Birds to Cagalli.

[Cagalli Asuha's ability value +100]

[Cagalli Asuha's favorability 117]

[Favorability bonus +5]

[Physique Level A (54,871/100,000)]

[Academics: Space Hydroponic Pod (20,214/30,000)]

"Hmph, stop acting cute. Let's go."

Cagalli glanced at the round and adorable Haro, shot Luo a look, swiftly tidied up the desk, and then promptly walked out of the room.

(End of Chapter)