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Hah, don't worry, Doctor.

You must know, she doesn't hate you or anything.

In fact, she seems to reflexively attack people close to her.

But I do have to say, I think this kid's all right, Doctor.

In fact, I like her. She's got a strong sense of integrity. So even if she's confused, that integrity will keep her on the right path.

And that's rare.

Okay, I gotta get going. Please excuse me.

Wow, it's the Doctor!

Afternoon, Gummy.;......;Wow, it's Gummy!

Afternoon, Doctor!

Am I too short?!

Hellooo, Doctor, do you see me?

You're looking good today!

Are you here to eat?

I haven't had any missions lately, so I'm helping out in the kitchen.

Gummy, I brought the spices.

Oh, thanks, Perfumer! Just put them over there.

Did you want something to eat?

No thank you. I'm used to cooking for myself in my workshop.

Oooh, can I come eat with you sometime? I really wanna learn to use spices like you do!

Heh heh. But of course.

Gummy, can you lend a hand when you've got a minute?

Coming!

Hung is out on a mission and I'm a little short-handed. I need you to take this pot for me.

Sure, Uncle Matterhorn! I'll see you next time, Perfumer. And you eat well too, Doctor!

Sure. You're welcome anytime.

Is Gummy cooking today?!

Oh man, what luck!

Too bad I just ate!

Haha, I'll get seconds!

Settle down, everybody. There's enough to go around!

Gummy sure has a lot of energy, doesn't she, Doctor?

You can say that again.;......;You can say that again!

One time, when she fell asleep in my workshop, I heard her talking in her sleep. What she said worried me a bit.

But when I see her like this, adapting so well to life at Rhodes Island, I feel like I have nothing to worry about.

You can't expect them to heal instantly. But given time, they'll be okay.

What did she say in her sleep?;......;I sure hope so.

Oh, Doctor, some things call for discretion, you know?

I'll be keeping that secret for her. But rest assured, she doesn't need comfort, she just needs time.

You care, Doctor? Heh heh. You really worry about your operators.

But rest assured, if there was something really important, I wouldn't hold my tongue.

A girl has her secrets, you know?

Doctor, don't be so full of yourself that you think you have to take care of everyone.

We can look after each other too.

It's time I went back to the office.

If you ever find yourself tired, Doctor, you can always come sit with me.

Hello, Doctor.

Afternoon, Istina.;......;How's the food today, Istina?

I've never seen you in the canteen before, Doctor.

You look like you have something on your mind, Doctor. I suggest you find a better place to stand and think than the cafeteria doorway.

Hm... the rice is a little firm today, and the soup is too sweet. But I'm enjoying the vegetables.

If there's nothing more, Doctor, I'll be going.

I have class in the afternoon.

Class?

Yes, Hypatia's history class.

After auditing for a while, I found Hypatia's take on history very helpful for me.

Can I help you?;......;I'm great at history too!

Hm. No.

Oh, I don't mean to refuse you. I'm having trouble explaining, because I'm not very clear either.

Hypatia's lectures are very interesting. I think you should take a listen yourself, when you have time.

Um, Doctor, did I not hear that you suffer from amnesia?

But I appreciate the offer.

I'll say, I could use some guidance.

In fact, I'm not certain the study of history will help me that much.

However, thinking on the experiences of our forebears could provide me some inspiration.

I'm off to class then.

Do you know where Natalya is?

Natalya...? You're looking for her?

Gummy told me she wants to become a front line operator. I haven't heard if her application has been approved, but from what I know of her, she is likely already preparing for the transfer.

Your aim sucks, Natalya.

Don't be so sure, Rosalind. I'm going to hit you.

Hehe, no way in hell~

And you gotta call me Leto now! Operator Rosa~

Okay, Operator Leto. Let us wait and see.

And who got you using such a big sucker?

You found it in Chernobog, right? Why not throw it away and get something new?

Hup... sentimental value.

Okay. More work for you.

It kinda looks like you can't move anymore. Why not take a little break?

I can still...

Agh!

You lack stamina, Natalya.

Being Ursus gives you a nice base to build on, but you're a long way from combat ready.

Pshh... whew... Sorry. I'll keep trying.

But your willpower is a lot stronger than I thought. Not bad.

If you can push through this round of training, it'll be good for you, even if you don't become an operator.

Thanks for that.

Hm... hm?

Take five.

Yes, sir!

Leto, you get out there and train yourself.

Yes, sir~

Grace, keep an eye on her.

Got it.

Doctor, it's lunchtime. You should be resting. We don't need you here.

Afternoon, Dobermann.;......;I can't be here?

Afternoon, Doctor.

If you're just here to say hello to me, I've got plenty to get back to.

You're slowly but surely becoming a leader. That's no bad thing, I have to say.

You can, but I have to take time to deal with you. I hope it won't be a lot.