Truthfully, I've thought up countless possibilities about coming back here, looking out at the same scenery that she saw that day... But I never could have imagined that I'd actually be standing here with you. Heh, It's just too outrageous, 'Doctor.'

Where'd I go? Can't tell you. Kal'tsit bypassed you and gave me a secret order... I'm lying? Oh my, I'm almost touched by how much you trust her. Fine, fine. I just went to splurge on a bunch of clothes, that's all. And I've already gone through inspection. What, are you surprised?

Some of your little cuties are always glaring at me through gritted teeth. But when are they actually gonna find the balls to pick a fight...? Kal'tsit already explained the situation? They're dealing with it? C'mon, show some respect for the needs of your staff. Just let 'em come at me. I'm bored out of my skull here anyway.

You used to like working with us mercs a whole bunch. Mercenaries are efficient instruments of war. Just like fast food, ready to eat and easily disposable. You want to know what happened in the past? Hmm, some people would prefer I keep my mouth shut about that topic. Say, it must be such a blessing to not remember anything, right?

Save the Infected? Almost all the Sarkaz in Kazdel are infected, and you haven't even seen the kinds of oppression and conflict that go on there... So, how far do you plan to go with this 'salvation'? You got Kal'tsit, who can't even protect ONE single Sarkaz. And you, a goddamned hooded amnesiac. Now, tell me, what are you gonna do?

Look at these fresh operators of yours, starry eyes, full of naïvety. Can't help but wonder, if they had to watch those kind and gentle folk die, one by one, would they still do things the same way, with the same old song and dance? Hey, I'm not trying to look down on anyone. I'm just reminding you, don't just go twisting her ideas into some stupid little joke.

Hey you, ever noticed those little thingies Amiya wears? You do know that Kal'tsit is keeping stuff from you, right? Man, I thought you were super smart and observant and good at getting everyone to trust you, considering you don't remember a thing. Honestly, it's kinda weird that you can even trust other people. Makes me wonder what those two jerks would say if they saw you like this.

This place sure does get all kinds, huh? A lot more weirdos here than before. Oh, don't get me wrong. I don't give a shit what they're thinking. But I gotta say, Amiya's doing a pretty good job. At least she's working hard to become more like a certain someone, and I can't say I hate that.

Dr. {@nickname}, since nobody's ever mentioned this to you before, I'm pretty curious how you'll react when you start to remember what happened— Don't give me that confused look. For now, just remember this name: Theresa. Yeah, Theresa.

Somebody's got it easy. Never thought there'd come a day when the {@nickname} would be napping here completely defenseless... The past doesn't bug you at all, huh? Sleeping like a baby…

Sarkaz mercenary, W. It's been a while, but I guess 'a while' might be something totally different for you. Aw, don't worry, the 'you' here isn't the 'you' I'm looking for. So you're safe, for now. Just for now.

This is all too familiar. Kinda scarily familiar. Be straight with me, did you really lose all your memories?

Yeah, yeah, I'm listening. Didn't think you'd be this hands-on with stuff. Honestly, I'd rather snatch a medal off someone else than suffer this honor from your hand.

It's a funny little thing that I get to fight alongside this version of you. And look, it turns out the two of us can get along. At least, until you remember what happened that day…

Hey everybody, let's try to stay alive.

A mercenary's leadership is about practicality. Don't expect a babysitter.

Yep. Another beautiful day.

Kill them all to finish the job, right? Not that simple? What a pain in the ass...

Roger that.

Understood.

Who knows, I might sneak off somewhere.

Nice, nice, I'll take a power nap over here.

Who's gonna hit the jackpot today?

Step right up, plenty of surprises for everyone!

You've got until 'three' to surrender. THREE!

Boom! Ahahaha!

Seeing you pull a hundred and ten percent out of everyone out there… I feel the nostalgia.

Did you see that guy's face just now? The total despair when he realized he was gonna get blown to bits, no matter what he did? Wasn't that hilarious?!

You don't usually make mistakes like that. Are you getting rusty, or is there too much on your mind?

Retreat? Keep casualties to a minimum? Heh, can't believe those words are coming out of your mouth.

This door seems to be repaired, huh.

Looks like there's a lot more stuff here, but far fewer people.

...Which side of you is the real one?

Arknights.

I hardly ever see Rhodes Island this lively. I take it you guys are fine with kicking back and relaxing then? Unfortunately, I only managed to prepare a few 'surprise' gifts. You should already know what's inside, right? Don’t want any? You sure? Your loss then.

Dr. {@nickname}, what would you like to do for Rhodes Island today? The usual?

What a merry little get-together. This how you and Kal'tsit celebrate the status quo, holding a dinner party in the safety of this place? You know who should really be seeing this? Definitely not the current you, absolutely not the current me, and sure as hell not Kal'tsit, with that perfect memory of hers.