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- It doesn't look like we have much time. - Nope.

So, um, how ya been?

Nice to see ya, I guess.

Jack!

Jack!

And in the end, this is where we find you? Siding with the rebel army?

Working with them for a whole damn year?

Hey, wait a sec! It's just... There's a lot to explain!

So I guess you really were a spy. Right from the start!

- Hey, come on! - Don't worry.

I went easy on him.

I'm sorry, Jack.

I know you didn't want it to go like this.

Jack!

Rhys? What's the matter?

Jacob, Mary, it's best we retreat.

Yeah, you're right.

Where do they think they're going?!

Hey, Rhys! Osma!

Get us out!

Aye-aye! Preparing to launch.

Blasting through Gate 4.

We're pulling out.

L-Zone has begun its advance.

Can we really assume that the target is--

The fact that woman mutated and became the L-Zone core

is still quite a thorn in our side, isn't it?

According to our reports, it seems she and SEED4 are inseparable.

Always at each other's side.

Which means that any attempts at external manipulation of the target

would be futile.

For now, L-ZONE is theirs. But should that power be unleashed--

How can you just sit back and watch as they make their moves?

Have you forgotten SEED1 is working with them too?!

Calm yourself.

Our confidante has all but finished up her preparations.

Isn't that right, Mr. Landry?

Our strategy... No.

Sapientia's strategy has been installed and fully implemented.

And when the core is successfully eliminated,

there will no longer be a cause for concern.

COPERNICUS

Just what is the rebel army trying to accomplish?

They finally establish total control of Copernicus,

then they turn it into a battlefield?

Maybe an ulterior motive.

Is there really a benefit

that could possibly warrant destroying an entire city?

Come on. There's gotta be some kind of connection here.

And I wager this is where we're gonna find it.

Hm.

Isn't that ship...

Let's roll.

The Moon Chains have confirmed

that all four headquarters of the Joint Army

are working together with Obst, the puppet organization out of the east.

They foolishly intend to take back this territory,

our territory, by force.

But silly me, blathering on. The time has come.

Citizens of the Moon, friends, allies, and compatriots,

we have fought to secure a future of perpetual lunar autonomy.

And you have sacrificed and fought bravely,

so without further ado, I invite to our stage

he who by the power of martial law stands with supreme authority,

Robert Jefferson Skylum!

He will share with us all his grand vision for our future.

- The King of the Moon! - Long live the King of the Moon!

Moonrise! Moonrise!

I fight for Bob Skylum!

What? He's whipped them into a frenzy.

Damn showboat clown.

Moonrise! Moonrise! Moonrise! Moonrise!

Moonrise! Moonrise! Moonrise! Moonrise!

Today, I stand ready to swear a solemn oath.

Together, we, the Moon Chains, will bring this war to its climactic end,

and finally rid ourselves of Sapientia's dominance.

And then, we will shape our assembly into a democracy

where we are equally represented.

The actions that we take today will show the people of Earth

and sear into their mind's eyes our determination, honor, and justice!

For almost half a century,

the Joint Authorities have maintained full control of the helm of the Moon.

And the fates of all...

- Hey. - Huh?

Wasn't that your old squad back there? The ones who infiltrated the mothership.

I guess you still don't feel like spilling any intel, huh?

Their actions...

- Sorry I can't help. - What did I expect?

- They never... - Whatever.

Just stay out of our way, understand?

The people of the Earth have arbitrarily decided we have no grounds,

we have no rights to our own independence.

They feast while we're forced to eat their table scraps.

They steal our wealth and resources and refuse to recognize our sovereignty.

Listen, people of the domes, people of the bunkers,

people of the lighthouses, now is...

Her?

Jack.

A brand-new expansion just came out. I'm totally obsessed.

Sorry, Jack. For getting you all wrapped up in this.

What's up?

What's with the apology?

Hm?

It's just that, well...

Look, I told you. Don't worry about it.

Well... Hey, wait. Doesn't he have to be connected to you?

Huh?

Come on.

He keeps the L-ZONE in check.

Don't let him stray too far, you know.

As long as we stay close, we'll never be disconnected.

Right, Whiz?

He's just showing off now.

Sometimes, I still can't believe it all. That I'm the core for L-Zone.

I know.

But what you are doesn't change who you are.

Then, what about Phil?

Huh?

You haven't talked since then, have you?

Killing Bob Skylum was a professional mission,

but it was personal too.

He killed my parents.

And he killed my friends too.

But still, I don't know where to place the blame anymore.

But don't worry about it.

I'm a man of my word and I know exactly what I have to do.

Mm. I know, Jack.

Quit it with the sneak attack!

Oh, come on, Whiz.

Why, you little... I'm telling you it's not funny, okay?!

I might not be able to understand you, Whiz,

but I know that you're making fun of me.

Won't you two ever get along?

Stupid bowling ball!

You're gonna get it this time!

Hey, get back here, you!

Why am I out here with you when I should be in town with Rhys?

'Cause we're keeping a low profile, Lewis.

It might not look like it, but I'm pretty darn good at reconnaissance.

I wanted to show Rhys what kind of man I am.

STADIUS CITY

I feel like it's been ages since we left Copernicus.

About how many more days do you think it will take to reach the neutral zone?

From Stadius? Well, I'd say

you're looking at at least two to three more days of travel.

I've finished questioning the refugees.

Everyone's oblivious.

They have no idea that L-Zone is moving south, making way for Copernicus.

Is that right?

And Major Rochelle?

Should be done soon.

Quit blubbering and stand up!

Come on! Do I need to remind you how painful this whip can be? Huh?

Can you please... Can you spare some food?

You think we can spare our precious resources

on little Earth-brat orphans!

You savage! How dare you?

Who the hell are you? Huh?

Hold on. You must be from Earth!

What is this, some kind of ambush?

Let me guess. You still haven't found 'em?

We are tapped into every surveillance camera

in both the surface and underground cities.

If they wander into one of the cities on our network we'll find them.

So let's all take a deep breath, sit back, and without undue agitation,

wait this out patiently.

Yeah, well, patiently waiting just isn't in my wheelhouse.

We got any food around here?

You're always thinking about food, Windy.

Moon beef's on the menu, so go have at it.

Moon beef? Seriously?

Yes! Lunchtime!

Always looking out, doctor!

What are you staring at?

Listen, Gramps.

That better not be all of them.

Don't tell me that you just ate all of them!

That I did.

I'm gonna bleed you like a stuck pig

and shove you in a shallow grave of regolith!

Goodness gracious.

I'll buy you some more food soon, Windy.

Refrain from the profanity, please!

Doctor, it's a match.

- Where are they? - I'll bring it up on the display.

Worthless, stinky old fart!

East of Copernicus. Stadius City. Avenue 12.

They hid among the refugees

until an apparent skirmish with some civilians.

They're not far then.

That unit has proved dangerous.

Why, they've already taken out Pitter.

No doubt they'll prove a hindrance to our carefully laid plans.

They must be eliminated. And frankly, the sooner the better.

Indeed. Windy and Harbinger.

- Take care of it. - More hungry than I was before!

But

I'm hungry.

- They're Earth spies! - Stop them!

- Don't let them escape! - Move back!

Shouldn't be long.

- Go away! - Grab them!

Call the Moon Chains!

Get rid of them now.

What's going on?

Wait!

Huh?

- They're getting away! - Are they scouts?

I'm so sorry.

And in the middle of a mission.

No. That was too big an ask with your history.

You knew, Rhys. You knew about Dahlia's past.

So, why bring us here?

Looks like you're finally able to relax.

Huh?

Both you and Rhys have been wearing some scary faces.

Doesn't exactly invite conversation.

Hm.

I was listening in, you know.

"Jack!"

Well, then, I guess I'm finally a man in your eyes.

- That should make me happy. - That's not it.

I'm just glad you're back to your old self again.

I never thought when I saw Jack again, he'd be wearing that stupid grin.

I can't help but wonder what he's trying to accomplish.

I wish I could've stopped him. Stopped him from leaving us back then.

But do you regret it?

I don't know. It's so confusing.

I figured he must have had his reasons.

And knowing what kind of guy he is, I just...

Anyway...

You guys are really close, huh?

- What? - It's a good thing, isn't it?

If I'm being honest, I'm kind of, I don't know, jealous maybe.

But, Georg,

please be careful.

Uh...

Uh...

Captain Zinger, they're being pursued. Prepare to retreat!

Roger! Georg.

Yeah.

Lewis, cover them!

All right! It's time for Lewis to shine!

Keep them at bay!

Inanna, they're here!

Go on!

Major!

Wait! Go back!

It's Rhys!

Novice Harbinger?!

Hey, hey, hey! What's the plan, y'all?!

Inanna!

If I take us back there now, the only thing we'll face is our death.

We have to... retreat.

You guys go on ahead, okay?

- Georg, what are you doing? - We can't leave Rhys behind.

Uh...

Don't worry. I'll be back.

With Rhys! Let's regroup at Harry's place.

You have your orders!

Georg! Georg!

Well, well, well. What do we have here?

Hello, princess. Glad you could join us.