Don't bother checking, it's me. We've got a situation, so I swapped schedules with your other assistant. Don't worry, you'll get used to this.

That HR op wants me to take a break? Hmph, I know she means well, but I won't rest until she's willing to take a break herself. One of S.W.E.E.P.'s functions is to take care of her work while she's out. We might as well keep things as they are. What's S.W.E.E.P. established for? You don't need to know.

Don't trouble yourself trying to figure me out. Even the old you couldn't manage it. Remember, it's my own choice to vanish from your sight. With my duty fulfilled, I won't be interfering with Rhodes Island's future plan. But when you need me, I'll be there.

Amnesia is a convenient excuse. You're the only one who knows if you are faking it or not. But since you've taken Rhodes Island this far, true or not, I won't question you. I'm watching you, Doctor, same as ever.

When we face Theresis, that will be our final curtain call. What about the future? No point in playing with hypotheticals. W, Hoederer, Closure... Those who witnessed Babel's struggle still stand united with Rhodes Island. They are the future.

When people talk about Her Highness, they treat her like the unattainable future of the Sarkaz. But to me, she is who she is. She trips over her dress, she intentionally 'forgets' certain meetings, she gives me hugs. Pass over that 'Theresa'? I wouldn't hesitate to do so.

Back when I was wandering the wastes, I didn't fear the dark of night. It scared me less than the sandbeasts biting my toes. Even now, seeing them still makes me feel kinda nervous. It's fine, no harm in letting you know.

Mercenaries, spies, nobles, convicts... Rhodes Island these days is far more complex than back in the Babel times, and the threats are greater too. It's natural for you to worry. How would the old you have handled it? Doesn't matter. This you knows what to do.

S.W.E.E.P. never expressed any opinion on the Chernobog operation. Saving you was a unanimous decision by Dr. Kal'tsit and the elite operators. I didn't kill you back then, because I needed time to observe you. In view of the present, my judgment seems correct. Doctor, don't disappoint me.

Fate. I've pursued it, confronted it, and finally strangled it to death. You've done the same.

Ascalon, it's my only name. Call it a code name if you like. But if you want to update my file, you'll have to speak to Dr. Kal'tsit first.

The training paid off. Not bad.

S.W.E.E.P. was established as an independent unit. It's out of Rhodes Island's structures from the very beginning, so this framework doesn't apply to me. You have a new approach? I appreciate the recognition, but those of us in the shadows don't care for glory.

It's not time yet. Only the darkness can shroud all the filth. Doctor, when the day comes that Rhodes Island no longer needs S.W.E.E.P., I'll come to you, and take it.

Go right ahead at any moment. I'll be there.

I've assessed the risks. I'll lead the team on this operation.

Keep track of my position. I'm ready to strike.

Engaging. Go!

No one knows my name.

They only remember my blade.

No one can see me.

I got this. Focus elsewhere.

Follow me into the shadows.

Right behind you.

You've stepped into my domain.

Meet me, meet your death.

Confidence of our companions is earned. The road ahead is perilous, these victories are precious.

Limit the enemy's choices, forcing them into unwitting traps. A familiar style... Hmm... you really don't remember anything? Sooner or later, you'll have to face yourself, so think carefully. Bear in mind, this time, I'm ready to correct your mistakes.

The ones who got away will be useful, when the time is right. Don't chase them too hard, Doctor.

Keep moving ahead with confidence, and don't look back. Seeing me again means you're safe.

I know where to go. I can handle myself.

Try again if you dare.

Tired? No, it's peaceful here.

Arknights.

It's not easy to celebrate New Year's in Kazdel, where you always face unpredictable threats. That's why I cherish the changes we've seen at Rhodes Island over the years. Thank you, Doctor.

With a foot in the darkness, the light becomes clearer. You want to see? No, you don't belong there.

Babel is history. Her Highness has shown that that path has no future. And while Rhodes Island's future is even more challenging now, you have ever more companions. I have no doubt that Rhodes Island is on the right path.