Hiro
I walked through the corridors of the Mistilteinn, thinking about what I saw moments ago. I ran my fingers along the wooden walls, the smooth texture gliding against my fingertips. I didn't know what else I could do. It's funny, I've been through this scenario multiple times now. I'm left powerless, not being able to do anything. Not for Naomi, not for Squad 13... and not for Zero Two. These thoughts were soon interrupted, when I felt my hand graze something on the wall. I looked up, to see that I had touched the framework of a door. I realized that this was Zero Two's bedroom and retracted my hand. I remembered what I say previously, the claw marks, the room in ruins; I was terrified. However, I noticed my hand slowly inching closer towards the doorknob. I steadied my breathing. As much as fear tried to engulf me, my unconscious self knew that this door had to be opened. The door creaked open, and light flooded my vision. The room was left as it was before: the marks on the walls, the sheets shredded and dispersed about. I walked in the scene once again. I knew that this was my fault. Had I just stayed put, we wouldn't be in this mess. I knew she wanted to talk to me, yet I denied her. "Hehe..." It's funny, I think it is me who's the monster. In the corner of my eye, I saw a flicker of light. I turned my head into the direction of the flicker and stared in shock. It was the mirror I had given to Zero Two. She had put the pieces of broken glass back before she left. The reflection of myself stared back, and I dropped the mirror. At that moment, I finally understood what she was trying to tell me. I realized that I should not be running away from my problems any longer. I ran outside towards the training grounds.
I needed to go see Zero Two.
I needed to speak with her.
I needed to be with her.
I need her.
Oculyst-016:
SUBJECT APPEARS TO BE IN A STATE OF EXAMINATION...
ELECTROENCEPHALOGRAM SCANS SHOW THAT PATIENT IS IN STATE OF COGNITIVE DISSONANCE...
SUBJECTS APTITUDE IS FAR GREATER THAN THAT OF ITS FORMER...
SUBJECTS ORGANIC COMPOSITION MAY POSE A SIGNIFICANT THREAT...
MORE TESTING REQUIRED...
INITIATING SIGIL PLACEMENT...
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SIGIL PLACEMENT STATUS: SUCCESS...
SUBJECT HAS BEEN ALERTED...
INITIATING CHAMELEON CLOAK...
STATUS: SUBJECT HAS YET TO REGOGNIZE OCULSYT-016...
REQUESTING EXTRACTION...
STATUS: EXTRACTION GRANTED...
TERMINATE TRANSMISSION...
Squad 13 – Gran Crevasse
"The objective of the mission is to destroy the outer layer covering the hardpoint. It is heavily guarded by Klaxosaurs in all directions. In order to succeed, you must coordinate your movements not only amongst yourself, but with other squads as well. Papa's goal rests on your shoulders, be sure to remember that." Squad 13 headed towards their objective, knowing well that this could be their last time piloting. The ruins were cluttered with Klaxosaurs and FRANXX units all the like. The ominous feeling of dread had only began setting its grasp in the atmosphere. Squad 13 headed towards the blue menace and began their slaughter.
However
They have yet to realize one thing about the Klaxosaurs
They want to die.
"Man, there are sure a lot of them. I'm beginning to get tired." Zorome issued his concern, of which the other pilots agreed with. "We must focus on the mission, we cannot tire out yet." Ichigo's orders were ironic, as deep down, she knew she was the most out of sync. One by one, they slay Klaxosaurs like valiant knights on the battlefield. Rivers of Blue filled the grey earth, and on occasion, islands of red could be found floating as well. "I know, I know, geez... cut me some slack." "She's right you know." Miku interjected. "Watch out!" Before Argentea could react, a Klaxosaur started attacking her, attempting to devour her. It clenched its muscles, attempting to crush the FRANXX under its enormous maw. All of the sudden, the Klaxosaurs grip loosened, and let go as a flash of white whizzed by. The blue beast fell with a thud, as Berserker Strelizia stood over it. Her mouth was as blue as the sky, contrasting with the white chassis and yellow accents. Argentea, along with the other FRANXX of Squad 13 stared at the Majestic beast. Strelizia then turned her gaze towards the hoard of Klaxosaurs, and dived, where spurts of blood filled the air. "Man, she must be in a bad mood." 9, Alpha interjected, "And she's already used up all of her stamens." 9, Delta commented on Strelizia's ferociousness, "Scary... I don't wanna mess with her." She said in her usual monotone voice. Argentea, with the help of Chlorophytum, stood up and gazed towards the never-ending fight ahead of them. Bracing herself she jumped back into the spray and joined her comrades in the battle. The Klaxosaurs were being withered down to a size, with less and less surrounding the Grand Crevasse, all units on sight began their siege of their objective. A grumble originating from the earth pulsed up like sound waves, becoming more and more intense. They had little knowledge... of the true slaughter to come.
Goddamn that's a hiatus and a half. I sincerely apologize, I've been dealing with exams left and right, and life's being a bitch right now. I appreciate all those who have stayed with me, and I hope you enjoyed the chapter.