Indeed, Theon was not angry at the executioners who had previously plotted to kill Theon.
Beyond that, he was not outraged by the continued suspicion of the human military.
"His own beliefs are even referred to as 'ways of being'. Now that you understand this, don't you think his approach to it becomes quite clear as well?"
What he wanted to say was that it was precisely because he saw the thoughts and beliefs that existed in Theon's heart that had always been a mystery that Christopher felt at ease...
It can indeed be understood this way. But, unfortunately, it seems difficult for Xiaojing.
"...The more hastily you get the answer, the more likely you are to fail and the more you will regret it. Just give your answer slowly."
Perhaps he saw through Ajid's heart and finally left so many suggestions, and the correspondence with Christopher ended.
Natsumi Lightsaber lay speechless in a cabin in the "Mist", and she was assigned a private room.
A few hours ago, Captain Ajid informed the entire crew that the next destination was the Ball Country. Taking into account supplies and rest, they would take off from this base in the morning two days later.
There's nothing particularly wrong with that in itself.
It's a fairly short distance compared to coming here from Yadong, so it felt a little easier. For Natsumi, the land of Ball Country is also her hometown, so she is also very happy.
Still, why was Natsumi lying on the bed so gloomy? Because she still misses her two brothers.
One day, in the cafeteria, Argento developed subtle feelings for Xion. After arriving at this base, Haruma's expression became more serious than before.
It would be fine if they were unrelated strangers. The changes in her blood-related brothers were also an issue that Natsumi couldn't let go of. And if the person who becomes the cause is Xion, Natsumi’s important friend, that’s even less so.
"If we want to take action, now is probably the only time..."
During the voyage, as the helmsman, Natsumi has only a minimum amount of time at her disposal, and what she can do with her time is limited to the period when the "Mist" is anchored.
If sailing starts again in two days, there's no telling when the next time I'll get something like this.
She quietly took out the yellow crystal hanging around her neck.
Under the reflection of indoor lights, the crystals emit bright light, and uninformed people will only think that they are expensive decorations.
Even Natsumi, who had actually used it several times, couldn't believe the fact that she could speak directly to Xion's heart just by using it.
It was easy to ask Theon, the man who caused the problem, about the situation on the grounds that he was acting for the sake of his two brothers.
Just hold this crystal tightly and have a silent conversation with Xion like you have done countless times. You can speak without worrying about being heard.
"...However, we haven't seen each other since then."
Natsumi and Xion have never seen each other since the incident at Yadong Party.
It's not that anyone is avoiding it, it's just that the timing is wrong for both parties.
Perhaps because of his anger against the terrorists, the last sight of Theon didn't seem to be the person Natsumi knew. That impression was more sad than scary...
"Want to see you, right?"
Those words were all that came out of my mouth.
I wanted to see Theon's face, as usual, a little tired but calm. What I wanted to see was not the indifferent expression I saw at the end of the day, but a smiling face.
Natsumi sat up suddenly and held the yellow crystal.
"Hey, Theon, can you give me a moment now?"
"...I'm anxious again...It's okay, what's wrong?"
Because it was an abrupt contact, there was still time before answering, but although Xion found it troublesome, he still agreed to Natsumi's request.
After calming down, Natsumi felt that it was a very self-centered act to call abruptly without confirming beforehand when the date was about to change, but she closed her eyes and said something even more outrageous.
"I want to meet and chat with you directly... Where can I meet?"
Accepting the yellow crystal "wanting to meet and talk directly" because talking directly to someone will cause trouble is a good place to put the cart before the horse.
Natsumi's request was almost interrupted by such content, but persistent negotiation - such advanced matters were too difficult for Natsumi, so she kept cheating, and finally Theon compromised.
The communication through magic continued, and according to Theon's instructions, he went to the observatory in the same "Misty Tin" where he received the crystal.
On the way to the observatory, I had to take a mysterious detour and, miraculously, I didn't meet anyone else. I'm afraid this is not an accident, but Xion himself made him like this.
As for how it was done, I think it's useless to ask, so don't worry about it.
It took a little longer than usual to arrive at the observatory, and found Theon waiting just like that day in a room with almost no light source except the moonlight.
"Go sit at the table over there first."
"Um."
At urging, sit across from each other at the table.
At this time, three hot meat pies came from nowhere and came over with paper cups filled with drinks.
I touched his head gratefully, and he jumped slightly with joy. At least he didn't feel unhappy.
"I miss you so much."
"Is it rare?"
"How can I say it's strange? Apart from me, almost no one has touched them before."
"Can anyone wag their tail? In fact, there is no tail." Xion slowly poked the three statues and put the milk coffee served to his mouth.
"What? Why do I suddenly want to see you?"
Xion suddenly changed the subject and got to the point, which made me almost choke. He said that his style was very similar to his, which made me feel relieved a little.
Whether it was the previous play with the three familiars or the posture he put on, it was the same Xion that Natsumi knew as usual.
"I have something I want to discuss with you."
"……discuss?"
"Well, that's about brother Xiaojing and brother Chunjian."
Xion didn't like beating around the bush, so Natsumi also decided to go straight to the point, but Xion's reaction to this was a little subtle.
Theon tilted his head in confusion, a question mark appeared on his face, and the three familiars next to him also imitated him and tilted their bodies, forming an incredible picture.
"I said something strange..."
"No, it should be said that it's strange...before the two brothers, how do you...say...it doesn't matter?"
"What?"
Faced with Natsumi's retaliation, Xion finally held his head.
"I'm not...concerned about your feelings."
"No, what are you really talking about?"
"A man who killed dozens of terrorists is too calm, right?"
I didn't expect that Xion would take the initiative to bring up this topic, so I was completely caught off guard and was speechless for a moment.
"Even the captain looks like that? As a girl, you are honest and still a child, so you should behave well. I thought you would ask me why I would do that kind of thing!"
In the end, Natsumi flinched at Xion's loud voice, but she was determined to answer well.
"It's not that I didn't think about anything, I just wasn't afraid."
"Why?! Is it usually there!? It's better to say it's nothing!? Calm down..."
It was obviously someone else who answered with their own thoughts and will, yet they were treated like this.
The implication seems to be saying "think about it again", which makes people anxious.
"Why is it like this! I remember that I didn't care at all with the people in the 13th Skill Class. It's the same as usual, right? Going to take a shower with a man? There's nothing unpleasant about being with a woman, right?"
"He is a member of the Thirteenth Skill Class..."
"What a difference!"
"Although she is somewhat frivolous, she cannot be compared with the Bomb Demon and other members who were abandoned by the ordinary technical class because they liked bombs too much..."
"I hate this feeling the most, being treated like a lady!"
In this way, the debate that started aside from the main topic became more and more intense.
"I know. Anyway, let's calm down first."
The argument between the two intensified. When they came to their senses, the topic had shifted from the main topic to the military academy days. Xion raised his hands to stop them.
"While both sides have a lot to say, at least now is not the time to talk about whether I accidentally saw you naked during the second summer of the Academy."
