12.06 - Dulled Senses - Interstellar Voyage

While Lily pouted in objection, Nathaniel greeted Tia with a slight nod.

"Aren't you supposed to be on a break right now?" asked Tia Knight, raising her eyebrow at the man and the little girl in his arms. 

Nathaniel's condition came to light unexpectedly during maintenance work, where he was unable to maintain the same pace as other soldiers and ended up collapsing. His physical strength might have diminished, but most still regarded him as a hero who sacrificed his powers for the sake of humanity.

Nathaniel lifted the banana he was holding, "I'm keeping up with my vitamins at least," he said with a humble chuckle. He quickly finished the fruit snack and took a look at the large screens, "Looks like we're maintaining a steady course."

Tia glanced at the screens, following Nathaniel's gaze. After a moment, she shifted the conversation, "The big clans are recovering and are ready to take over some of Shina's influence. It's turning into a power struggle."