The Hassel incident (1)

*Northwestern Irkallan Rail Line—Freight Route to Calavera from imperial territory

"Haaa~ how much longer do we have to wait? Cargo trains are so dreary. I swear, I might just die of boredom"

Leon's voice—exaggerated, drawn-out, and far too whiny for a grown man—slammed into my ears like a hammer, the way he stretched his words, like a child desperate for attention, only made it worse.

"Then perish. Not like we'd be losing much if you decided to waltz into enemy fire with your arms spread wide"

I shot back without missing a beat, my gaze still fixed on the scenery rushing past the open cargo door.

"Ouch, harsh, Fi…when did you become so cruel? I thought we raised you better"

Leon fake cried dramatically, rubbing at invisible tears.

"This and that are two different matters"

I said dryly, quipping back.