Some burdenbeasts won't drag themselves to work until they're whipped. But you're different, Doctor, you're way smarter than a beast, isn't that true?

Doctor. Just to put any little misunderstandings to rest, let me say this now. Maria might call me her aunt, but that's only because I'm higher in the family. I'm still young. I'm not much older than her. And, I'm still not married. Clear?

A spat between me and Dobermann...? Oh, don't worry, she's a top-of-the-top instructor, I know that. We've just had a bit of a… bit of a difference on how we like to train our people, that's all.

There's plenty at Rhodes Island who pack personality AND strength. You could pick anyone, turn them into competition knights, and have every eye in the room on them... Well, maybe let's not stir that pot.

Doctor, can I borrow you? I just want you to help me carry some things. What things, you ask? Well... Hmm... all sorts of random things I buy when the mood strikes me.

My injury...? Well, I'm not setting foot in that arena ever again, and I've long since learned to get along with my right hand. So let's not worry yourself, okay? Or maybe... you're just being polite, Doctor? Tiptoeing around saying I can't fight at operator standards, huh?

My little Maria, she just runs away to the Engineering Department any time she's free. Such a headstrong girl she is, I never know what to say. Where did I go wrong that she ended up like this...? Well, whatever. Compared to forcing herself to arm up and do what she doesn't want to, life is better this way.

Hm…? Oh, Hello, Doctor. No, I've just been feeling a little empty. Margaret never needs my fussing, Maria's found what she wants to do here, but... what about me...? Oh, gosh, what am I saying? Don't you worry about me, Doctor. I'm fine.

Doctor, we don't get along half bad, but you don't just lie there and leave it all up to me, not in your wildest dreams. I hate danger plenty, but layabouts leave a bad taste in my mouth. Though, when your back's against the wall... Well, we can talk about it then!

Someone's easygoing, eh? Alright then, I'll let you nap for ten minutes.

Ahh, this is Rhodes Island, is it? I'm Whislash Zofia. As a former competition knight of Kazimierz, trust me when I say I'll whip your operators into shape.

I've never even heard of fighting like this before!

So this is a Rhodes Island promotion, then...? Good. I don't pay much attention to my wages, but getting paid for my effort feels nice. Thank you.

Hmm, thinking about it carefully, the pay here is not bad, life is good enough, and I get to see Maria and Margaret all the time. Staying here as an instructor sounds like a great choice.

Let's see who you've got on this one.

Alright, I'll lead the team.

Get ready, everyone! We're moving out!

You all know your job? Alright.

My time to shine.

About time, Doctor.

Assess the situation first.

Whislash Zofia, attacking!

Do not underestimate me!

Perfect chance!

You won't be able to withstand the whip!

You're finished!

Honestly, I was going to have a word with you about taking such a dangerous mission, but since you tied things up so beautifully, I'll just let it slide…

I can tell you're a perfectionist... Well, nothing wrong with that.

We won, and that's enough, no? Let's not obsess over it.

Doctor, don't just stand there! Follow me!

Well, this interior's got taste!

What?!

Doctor, you've got to focus on your work.

Arknights.

Since Margaret left Kazimierz, we haven't had a chance to spend New Year's together. So, I'll have to go all-out for today's banquet… Oh, Doctor, would you like to join the Nearl family feast? You're cordially invited.

How do you do, Doctor?

I've met all sorts of fascinating little guys at Rhodes Island. The light in their eyes when they train is the same as I see in Maria's. I'm eager to see them transform into capable fighters. And until that day, I'll keep whipping them into shape. Oh, make no mistake, this is my duty, not a hobby.