He's baaaaaaaaack~

[a_linear_mind]

[There's a somewhat familiar looking machine landing inside the hangar of Fort Alhambra. Those of you who've seen it before will probably be able to tell that it's that loveable scamp Willis' machine Strahlend. However...it's a bit of a far cry from how the machine looked in the past. The new almost regal appearance of the machine completely betraying the demeanor of it's pilot. Eventually, the pilot emerges from it and sticks a landing on the ground below. Unlike his machine, Willis looks...exactly the same as he always did. Same beat up jacket, same shaggy hair, same child-like expression on his face. He looks rather happy to be back at the base. ]

Wow, this place hasn't changed at all in the last two years. Some of the same machines from back then are still here!

[It doesn't look like he's realized how much time has passed on the surface.]

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[a_linear_mind]

Well...then I guess I should be the one saying that it's good to see you again.

[star_of_sad]

[So much less time has passed for Setsuko but it still felt like ages. Especially everything that happened...]

It's good to see you too, Willis.

It really is.

[a_linear_mind]

Aw come on, you're gonna make blush.

[For once Willis actually looks like he has a genuine smile on his face.]

[star_of_sad]

No, I mean it. I...

[Setsuko almost breaks, but she manages to control herself. Somewhat.]

So many things happened while you were gone. So many... bad things...

[a_linear_mind]

[Somehow, the usually dense as a board Willis is able to notice the look on Setsuko's face. It was one that he's worn himself several times.]

Then I'm glad that my return is a good thing for you.

[star_of_sad]

Yeah...

[Setsuko can only nod weakly.]

[a_linear_mind]

Tell me about what happened when you're ready to...

[There's a reassuring hand put onto Setsuko's shoulder.]

[star_of_sad]

No. Thank you Willis, but I'll tell you now.

You'll learn sooner or later anyway.

[Deep breath. Deep breath.]

I...

I'm the last Glory Star. Toby and Denzel both are... they....

[a_linear_mind]

I see.

[And he cuts her off before she finishes that sentences. He knew exactly what her next words were. His grip on her shoulder tightens a bit, it was the only sign of anger that was coming from him.]

I'm sorry...

[star_of_sad]

I tried to stop it but...

[The words are quietly whispered.]

I was... too helpless...