Meeting Sarah

"Varian!" 

Varian felt complicated as Sarah hugged him tightly. 

"Is this true? I mean, it must be! I-I'm so happy."

This was so similar to the time with Sia. Like her, Sarah was also wetting his shirt with tears. 

Where did so many tears come from, anyway?

But what should he do?

Console?

He didn't know how to console her. 

Wait, consoling her? He was the one that nearly died, so he should be the one that must be consoled , right?

"U-er, I'm happy to see you as well, Captain." Varian gave an awkward reply as he tried to smile. 

Looking at her slightly trembling shoulders, he patted her back gently. 

This was not in the script at all!

According to the plan, after the officer informed academy, a staff member would come and check his condition. 

Then he'd 'explain' how he survived and, after a few tests, return to the academy, arousing no suspicion. 

But—