"I never imagined that such a thing had actually happened in the past."
Robin's words were filled with apology.
"When the Swarm was discovered in Penacony, she did not stand idly by. Even though she died while fighting the Swarm, that was not fate catching up with her again."
Regarding this, Firefly did not want Robin to feel too much guilt over AR-214's death.
"It was her own choice."
"What prompted her to make this choice was nothing else, but simply because she was like an ordinary person."
"Understanding conscience, understanding pity."
Yes, after AR-214 gained self-awareness, she was no longer a weapon of war, but a genuine human.
"But whether as a hero or as an ordinary person, she should never have been as obscure as she is now."
Hearing this, Robin lowered her eyes.
"For those who plead for the people, we dare not let them freeze to death in the wind and snow. Regardless of the purpose, 'The Dreammaster' had no right to sacrifice anyone."
'The Dreammaster'.
Thoughts of the past related to him involuntarily appeared in Robin's mind.
"Compared to that stalwart figure in my memory, Mr. Gopher Wood has really changed a lot..."
She murmured, her face bitter, inevitably feeling some emotion.
She found it hard to treat the past and present him as the same person.
No matter what, Gopher Wood was the one who extended a helping hand to them, the siblings. He was the one who raised them to adulthood; to say there was no affection would be impossible.
But she knew, better than anyone.
From the moment he started getting involved with "The Propagation," he was no longer Mr. Gopher Wood.
That was just a stranger who looked like him. Just an obsession walking in the world wearing an empty shell.
"Miss Firefly, as the current leader of Penacony, I must offer a sincere apology to your friend, and to you."
After speaking, Robin bowed deeply to Firefly, her tone incredibly sincere.
For so many years, no one had mentioned a single thing about this Glamoth Iron Cavalry. Even less did anyone come to seek justice for her.
From this, it could be seen that she was likely an existence with no one to rely on. And since Firefly knew AR-214 and could recount her deeds and past, it meant she was likely AR-214's only remaining kin in this world.
"I am very sorry that Penacony has let a hero suffer humiliation. I promise you that I will start arranging for her story to be publicized right away."
Penacony was no longer "The Family's" Penacony, but Leon's Penacony, a Galaxy Ranger's Penacony.
"Your friend should be remembered; this applies to both her person and her deeds."
Where Leon is, no suffering should occur. Even less should history be tampered with by the large hand of profit!
"Mm, thank you, Miss Robin."
Firefly thanked her, looking down at the tombstone of AR-214 that had just been buried.
There was no epitaph on the stele, nor the deceased's name. Only a date.
She felt that using the code AR-214 was not good; she should have her own name, instead of a cold code.
"The person the Heavenly General entrusted is indeed a good person."
The reason Firefly could see Robin was, of course, relying on Leon's name. Otherwise, as a stowaway, where would she get the right to meet someone of such high authority?
Robin did not suspect her identity.
Because very few people in Penacony knew that Leon was the true leader; most only knew that Penacony belonged to the Eighth Heavenly General of the Xianzhou Alliance.
And who the Eighth Heavenly General was remained a mystery to this day.
Leon had always believed that when out and about, one gives oneself one's own identity. This resulted in few people being able to accurately 'dox' Leon; anyone who could dox him and know his real name was no ordinary person.
So when the famous Stellaron Hunter Sam came knocking carrying another Iron Cavalry and gave Leon's name, knowing his name was useful in Penacony...
Robin, who was originally somewhat vigilant, did not hesitate at all and immediately received this Stellaron Hunter who was wanted by the Corporation.
She asked Firefly what her relationship with him was; Firefly took a long while before replying with the word "friend."
Robin found it a bit strange but didn't pay it too much mind. Later, after asking about the purpose of the visit, she learned from this young girl named Firefly about a Glamoth Iron Cavalry named AR-214 who had made contributions to Penacony, and those things "The Dreammaster" had done.
Robin was stunned for a long time; the first thing she asked upon recovering was where Leon was. When there is someone to rely on, people always subconsciously want to rely on that person.
Firefly told her Leon still had his own matters to attend to, so Robin picked up the identity of the Master of Penacony again and discussed with Firefly for a long time.
The decision reached by both was to lay AR-214 to rest first. The remaining matters would be discussed later.
After that, whether it was the tombstone, choosing the location, or the series of burial matters, Robin came forward to help, and Firefly was quite grateful to her.
"This place bears his name."
Hearing Firefly mention Leon, the corners of Robin's mouth finally curved upwards.
"Penacony is no longer what it used to be. This was a request I initiated myself, so I don't want to lose face for him."
It was she who actively requested Leon to take Penacony under his protection.
As the territory of a Galaxy Ranger, if she turned a blind eye to the suffering that came knocking at the door, wouldn't that damage Leon's reputation?
Firefly glanced at her. She heard that birds like robins always disregarded their lives when defending their territory. She wondered if this Miss Robin was the same.
"That's really good."
Firefly tucked a lock of hair behind her ear, speaking from the bottom of her heart.
If Glamoth could also have such a Rang... No, if it could also have Leon as a protector, how good would that be.
Everyone wouldn't have to worry about Swarm attacks and could live according to their own ideas.
Unfortunately, 'if' is only 'if'.
"Ah, Mr. Ranger."
Robin's sudden exclamation drew Firefly's attention, interrupting the thoughts welling up in her heart.
"You're here."
Noticing Leon, who had arrived at the scene at some point, Robin's voice involuntarily softened.
Firefly gazed at the backs of the two talking, her line of sight never leaving Leon's face. She was wondering if she also had the qualification to take the initiative to greet him.
Robin was his friend, or even a relationship above that, so she had that qualification.
What about herself?
Firefly told Robin their relationship was 'friends', but she and Leon didn't seem to count as friends. She didn't know what the definition of a friend was.
She just felt the intersection between the two was too shallow and not pure. It didn't count as so-called friends.
Speaking of which, she really seemed not to have made any friends outside of the Stellaron Hunter members.
"I solved the Swarm in Penacony."
Leon gave a hum, reporting to her.
"I know, I heard Miss Firefly say it."
Robin nodded.
Just now, she had learned some specifics about The Dreammaster's plan from Firefly.
"Sorry to trouble Mr. Ranger to worry about it."
Her gaze carried some worry.
"You weren't injured, right?"
Who gets injured crushing vegetables?
"You don't need to ask this kind of question next time."
Not even the corner of his clothes was dirty, and she asks about injury. For the current Leon, as long as it wasn't related to an "Aeon," everything could be considered a low-end match.
"It's good that you aren't injured."
Robin of course knew he wouldn't capsize in this kind of 'fish-frying' match, but until she heard him admit it personally, her heart would always be uneasy.
"Is the matter with AR-214 handled?"
Leon's gaze went past Robin, looking at the nameless stele directly in front of Firefly.
"Yes, the only thing left is to make this history thoroughly public."
Robin gave an answer.
"By the way."
She looked at Leon, thinking of something.
"Let's make a movie."
"Meaning?" Leon asked directly.
"These entertainment media have always been the best tools for disseminating information, and are far more memorable than dry historical narration. A movie with depth will be constantly talked about with relish."
As a leading figure in entertainment, Robin knew this better than anyone.
"The achievements of Mr. Mikhail and Mr. Tiernan before were because of 'Clockie,' which was created based on them as prototypes. With enduring animated works as the carrier..."
Robin spoke slowly, "So the popularization was quite successful."
"Almost all Penaconians have a basic understanding, knowing there was once such a person who did such a thing."
"Because these characters in the work exist with their own charm. People watching this work will naturally be attracted by the charm of the characters, having a batch of loyal fans; this is a very common phenomenon."
Robin herself was a practitioner in this field, so she was incredibly clear. There were die-hard Robin fans in this galaxy.
Unfortunately, Leon wasn't one; he was a die-hard fan of the bird form. As long as you could Action Forward for him, even if she sang like a pile of sh*t, he would praise her singing.
Low intensity is being tone-deaf; high intensity is character distinctiveness.
Sigh, ugly intensity freaks.
Setting aside intensity, what do you think is the most important thing in a game?
I can't set it aside.
"When it is reported that these characters have prototypes, even without specific popularization, many people will autonomously check their names and deeds. An excellent film work is indeed the most suitable way to notify the entire galaxy."
Robin had deep insights in this area.
"Of course, serious history books are also needed. History is not child's play after all; not forgetting history is what everyone should do."
Robin's meaning was naturally not that film works were absolutely better than history books. But to prepare both hands; have them all.
"Penacony being able to have today is all exchanged with the blood and tears of those who came before."
Robin spoke incredibly seriously; it could be seen she was a normal person.
It makes one sigh with emotion. Among Pathstriders, normal people are truly rare. A bunch of crazies; either their behavior is too radical or their thinking is too radical. Someone like Robin, except for her ideals being too empty, who is not radical and even leans towards peace, is really a minority.
"I don't mind."
Penacony did owe AR-214 a lot; making a movie for her was fine. It was even quite reasonable.
This land of dreams was currently under his name after all; him paying back what was owed to AR-214 was no problem.
"So you want me to be the male lead?"
Leon wondered if they were going to film a youth romance slice-of-life.
"Haven't decided yet, but Mr. Ranger probably won't be the lead."
Robin shook her head with a smile.
"After all, the protagonist to be filmed is a Glamoth Iron Cavalry. If Mr. Ranger appears for too long, he will not only steal the spotlight but might also cause the intention to be unclear."
Moreover, in Robin's view...
Compared to appearing all the time, Leon was more suitable for that kind of character who only appears for a few seconds but is unforgettable for a lifetime, where screen time and popularity are not proportional.
A good actor is necessary, but the division of labor between actors is also clear. There are leads, and there are big-name actors used as gimmicks.
Leon is the latter, used to break into other circles; his face can attract many unaware people to fall into the pit immediately.
Fast forward to the Xianzhou Alliance secretly vote botting.
"For the protagonist, I want to set it as Miss Firefly."
Saying this, Robin shifted her gaze to Firefly.
"Miss Firefly, what is your intention?"
"...Me?"
Firefly's gaze moved away from Leon, speaking with some surprise.
"Yes."
Robin nodded.
"In the entire galaxy, perhaps Miss Firefly is the one most familiar with this Glamoth Iron Cavalry. If possible, please be sure to perform. Ah, if it's troublesome, or if there are any privacy issues, then forget it."
"But could Miss Firefly describe to me a little about this Glamoth Iron Cavalry's personality, and what her appearance was like?"
Robin was a multi-talented player; she had practiced a good set of skills to hide from paparazzi. Don't look at her like this; actually, she was also a top hand at disguise and makeup.
If Firefly didn't plan to go on, then she could only go on herself. Leaving it to others, Robin was somewhat uneasy.
"If I really have no problem..."
To leave something in the world for AR-214?
Firefly was very willing, just afraid she wouldn't act well.
"I believe no one can understand this character's psychology better than Miss Firefly."
Regarding her lack of confidence, Robin just smiled and let it pass.
"Regarding the script next, please give plenty of advice."
"Mm."
Firefly nodded.
"It really is noisy."
A lazy, deep male voice rang out, and Gallagher was seen scratching the back of his head, walking over from behind.
"How long has it been since Dreamflux Reef was this lively? Ten years or twenty years?"
After walking in front of the three, he stopped.
"It makes us old dogs who are used to the quiet a bit unaccustomed."
Gallagher crossed his arms, the arc of his mouth just like a wagging dog tail, betraying his duplicity.
"Mr. Gallagher, long time no see."
Robin nodded slightly, greeting him.
"Long time no see. I just heard you guys say you want to make a movie?"
"Yes, a hero who is in the same situation as Mr. Mikhail has had her achievements hidden. We plan to use a movie to unveil her story."
"Mikhail, huh..."
Hearing this, Gallagher pondered.
"Then how about this, I'll handle the props."
The next second, he revealed what it means to be a mature and reliable uncle.
"Really? That helps a lot, thank you."
Robin thanked him immediately.
Even if she ordered her subordinates to go all out, making corresponding props and arranging the constructed scenes would all require a certain amount of time. But if a "History Fictionologist" of "The Enigmata" took action, it would be different.
Actually, Leon was faster, but Robin didn't know.
"Before filming the movie, I need to go pick someone up first."
Leon had to go pick up the Golden Progeny. It couldn't be said to be picking them up, just saying hello to notify them.
During the period in Penacony, it was no problem if they wanted to stay in Amphoreus.
"Do you want to come together?"
Leon thought of something and issued an invitation to Firefly.
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