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Klukai

可露凯

33 chapters · 919 lines · English and Chinese below. Japanese and Korean, voices and theatre mode are in the reader.

Across the Storm 1 穿越风暴1

(Morning, Yellow Zone, Elmo ops room.)（上午，黄区，艾莫号指挥室）

(All the reports and files meant to be worked on today are now perfectly sorted on my table, each one clearly labelled with exceptionally perfect annotations and concise project summary.)（本应该今天整理的报告和资料正井井有条地摆在桌前，上面工整的批注和结尾处的计划总结完美得令人难以置信。）

(The only thing missing being—)（唯一美中不足的只有——）

Commander...I don't remember having finished these.……我并不记得我是什么时候完成这些的。

KlukaiGood morning, Commander. A new day has dawned... excellent. Looks like you've woken up extremely swiftly today, I'm glad to see you in good spirits.早上好，指挥官。新的一天开始了……很好，看来你今天清醒得格外迅速，我很高兴看到你精神十足。

CommanderKlukai, I suspect we've got a suspicious passenger aboard the Elmo.可露凯，我怀疑艾莫号上进了可疑分子。

KlukaiI've already inspected Elmo's operational status; there are no anomalies, of course, including the crew.艾莫号的运行状况我已经检查过了，没有异常，人员排查当然也包括在内。

KlukaiHowever, if that's the reason for your unusual alertness today, I don't mind going through the Elmo again.不过，如果你今天格外清醒是因为这件事，我不介意再把艾莫号检查一遍。

KlukaiRest assured, Commander. With me present, no one will ever be allowed to harm you.请放心，指挥官，有我在，是绝对不会让任何人伤害你的。

(Seeing how seriously Klukai reacts to the "suspicious passenger", I feel like I've made a poorly thought-out joke.)（看到可露凯这么认真地回应“可疑分子”，我觉得自己好像开了个并不高明的玩笑。）

CommanderRather than harm... it feels like they're being philanthropic. All of my reports and files were compiled overnight.与其说伤害……不如说对方是在做慈善。我的资料和报告一夜之间被整理好了。

Klukai...Commander, have you double-checked those documents?……指挥官，那些文件你都审核过了吗？

CommanderThey were wonderfully done, so perfect in fact that I feel like I should just pay them well enough for them to remain here.完成得很棒，完美到让我觉得应该直接高薪聘请对方留下打工的地步。

KlukaiYou ought to feel pleased now, as they have already decided to remain.那你现在可以开心一些，因为对方已经留下了。

CommanderAlready?已经？

Klukai...Really, how many more hints do I need to give you?……真是的，还要我提示你到什么程度呢？

KlukaiGiven those sloppy reports and disorganized files of yours, only I could help you organize them all in one night.你那些敷衍的报告书和混乱的资料，也只有我能帮你一夜整理好了。

KlukaiTechnically, it only took me 4 hours, which is roughly twice as fast than if you did it on your own.严格来说，我只用了4个小时，大概比指挥官自己动手能快一倍。

CommanderUmm, thanks, Klukai. With your help, I can go straight to the dispatch room now.呃，谢谢啊，可露凯，托你的福，我现在可以直接去调度室了。

KlukaiTo arrange dispatches? I've drawn up a plan for today's dispatch assignments, it's been sent to your terminal.是要进行派遣安排吗？我拟定了一份今日派遣任务的名单，已经发送到你的终端上了。

(I skeptically pull out my terminal to check.)（我半信半疑地拿出终端查看。）

CommanderDid you do this data analysis overnight too?这份情报解析也是你连夜做的？

KlukaiA trivial task that didn't take very long. Anyway, I've taken care of all work which needed doing. Commander, you can just relax for the rest of the day now.不过是件顺手完成的小事。总之，能做的事我已经都完成了，指挥官可以度过轻松的一天了。

KlukaiThe appreciation can come later, what I'd like to remind you of is—感谢的话先不急，我想提醒你的是——

KlukaiYou have a lot of free time today, so if you happen to have something you wanted to do but can never find the time for, or...你今天的安排很宽裕，如果你恰好有什么想做却没空做的事，或者……

KlukaiThings you wanted to say but never found the opportunity to do so, today would be the proper time for closure.想说却没空说的话，那会非常适合在今天了结。

CommanderThanks, that was very helpful.谢谢，帮大忙了。

(After briefly thanking Klukai, I immediately start on checking the dispatch plan.)（向可露凯简单地道过谢后，我马上开始着手检查派遣名单。）

Klukai...……

KlukaiCommander.指挥官。

(But Klukai doesn't appear to have any intention of leaving just yet.)（但眼前的可露凯似乎并没有离开的打算。）

CommanderYou seem to have more to say?你似乎还有话想说？

Klukai...No.……没有。

(Klukai looks a little displeased... Was my tone too informal?)（可露凯的脸色有点不好看，是我刚才表现得太随便了？）

KlukaiI just tried to remind you, Commander. Don't you have something you want to say?指挥官，我刚才提醒过你了，难道你就没什么想说的吗？

KlukaiToday's not a busy day, you have ample time to think it through.今天不忙，你有充分的时间，可以仔细思考。

Commander...?……？

(Klukai intensifies her tone, her expression also grows more serious, fixing her eyes on me without looking away.)（可露凯加重了语气，表情也愈加认真，目不转睛地盯着我。）

(Looks like she won't settle for anything less than an answer today... But, what's with her?)（看来今天不给出个答案，她是不会罢休的……但，到底是什么事？）

KlukaiPutting on a thoughtful demeanor right away, huh?立刻就摆出了一副思考的表情呢。

KlukaiCommander, I've already assisted in completing all your work today. Please use the time saved to reflect on it and don't leave anything out.指挥官，您的工作我已经协助您完成了，请利用这省出来的时间好好想一想吧，千万不要有什么遗漏。

(What am I supposed to ponder without a hint?)（一点提示没有我该怎么想啊？）

(But if Klukai started helping me today... I think I've figured it out...)（不过可露凯今天开始协助我工作的话……我似乎知道了。）

CommanderI see.我明白了。

CommanderSorry, Klukai, for taking so long before talking to you.抱歉，可露凯，竟然耽搁了这么久才和你谈。

KlukaiHmph...哼……

(Hearing that, Klukai's expression finally softens. She hums gently in satisfaction, signaling for me to continue.)（听到我这么说，可露凯的表情终于有所缓和，她满意地轻哼了一声，示意我继续说下去。）

CommanderIt's about the fieldwork, isn't it?是外勤的事吧？

KlukaiFieldwork?外勤……？

CommanderBoth Groza and Mayling are out on fieldworks lately and Groza especially informed me before leaving that you would take over her responsibilities during her absence. However, I assume you aren't well-versed in the Elmo's matters, right? Shall I give you a short briefing?最近闪电和美玲因为外勤的原因不在，闪电出发前和我交代过，她的工作会暂时交由你处理。但你对艾莫号的所有事务还不够了解对吧？我给你简单介绍一下？

Klukai...……

CommanderN-no?不、不是吗？

(A tinge of hesitation clouds Klukai's expression, as if she's withholding her feelings. The ops room thus falls into a brief, awkward silence.)（可露凯的表情阴晴不定，似乎在忍耐，指挥室也因此陷入了短暂而尴尬的安静。）

(At last, the enigmatic ripples return to tranquility.)（终于，神秘的波涛恢复为平静的海面。）

Klukai...No, that's right.……没错，就是这样。

KlukaiBut rest assured, Commander. I am an elite Doll, the leader of H.I.D.E. 404 and will soon be in charge of all the matters of the Elmo... which includes the Commander's schedule, the entire schedule.但指挥官可以放心，我是精英人形，又是404小队的队长，很快就能掌握艾莫号的所有事务……其中也包含指挥官的日程，全部日程。

(Hearing Klukai's acknowledgement, I also experience a sense of relief.)（听到可露凯的肯定，我也放下了心。）

CommanderWell, looks like I can entrust you with the Elmo for the time being.嗯，看来这段时间，我可以放心把艾莫号托付给你了。

KlukaiOnly now do you realize that? Besides, that suffix condition was redundant.现在才意识到吗？而且，那个前缀是多余的。

CommanderAnyway, I've enabled all access for you. Whether it's my work or the schedule, you can check in anytime and follow up.总之，我已经帮你开通了所有权限，不论是我的工作还是日程，你都可以随时跟进确认。

KlukaiI saw that.我看到了。

KlukaiHowever, Commander, you're still the one in charge of the Elmo. I'll be confirming all schedules and tasks with you.不过，指挥官才是艾莫号的主人，日程安排和工作我都会和你进行确认。

KlukaiIn addition... I'd like to remind the Commander that giving someone this much access is a bit reckless. Please be more conscientious about it, unless...另外……我想提醒一下指挥官，这样开放全部权限有点轻率了，请多少有些自觉吧。

Klukai...You entrusted them to me, this is the most sensible decision you could take.……但开给我没有问题，是你最明智的选择。

CommanderThen, I'm counting on you.那拜托你了。

KlukaiRest assured, Commander. You will not be disappointed.放心，指挥官，你不会失望的。

KlukaiWhether it's your work or daily life, I'll get everything organized, just you watch.不论是你的工作还是生活，我会把一切都安排好的，你就好好看着吧。

Across the Storm 2 穿越风暴2

(Morning, Yellow zone, outside the Elmo.)（黄区，艾莫号外，上午）

KlukaiI've been waiting for a while, Commander.我等你很久了，指挥官。

(As I exit the Elmo, I see Klukai waiting for me on her motorbike. She tucks her terminal back in her pocket and I can't help but ponder how many times she has double-checked it while waiting.)（刚出艾莫号，就看到了可露凯正在和她的重型机车在一同等候着我。她把手里的通讯终端再次放回口袋里。不知道她在等待过程中，究竟反复查看了多少次。）

CommanderSorry for being late, I was under the impression that today was a day off. Is there more work to do?抱歉来晚了，不过我记得今天是休息日，还要工作吗？

KlukaiCommander... Have you properly checked today's schedule?指挥官……你真的有好好检查今天的日程吗？

KlukaiI promised to assist you in organizing all your work and daily life. You haven't forgotten about that, have you?我说过要帮你把生活和工作全部安排好的，指挥官不会忘记了吧？

CommanderSince it's a rest day, I honestly didn't pay attention...今天是休息日，确实没注意……

(I pull up my calendar and start checking the day's schedule.)（我伸手调出日程表，开始检查今天的安排。）

(It's packed... so packed in fact that I'm under the illusion that I've become a resident of a safe zone.)（好丰富啊……丰富到我产生了自己成为安全区居民的错觉。）

KlukaiAs expected, took you long enough... Let me just explain.果然到了现在才开始……还是我直接告诉你吧。

KlukaiSince the Elmo just so happens to be stationed near a Green Zone, I've planned you a vacation in the satellite city. A decent change of scenery once in a while, don't you think?刚好艾莫号这段时间停靠在绿区附近，所以我为你安排的，是一份在卫星城的休假计划。偶尔换换眼前的风景，也不错吧？

CommanderAs this is a time for relaxation, you don't need to be so on edge, Klukai.既然是休假计划，可露凯就不要那么紧绷了。

CommanderLet's enjoy the time together, shall we?一起享受假期怎么样？

Klukai...You're right.……嗯。

(I scroll through the vacation itinerary Klukai created.)（我翻看着可露凯制定的休假计划。）

(First, ride Klukai's motorbike to the Green Zone, arriving just in time for a proper lunch at a pre-booked restaurant.)（先是和可露凯驾驶机车前往绿区，到达时间刚好是用午餐的好时候，然后去预约制餐厅用餐。）

CommanderI've heard of this restaurant. Must've been hard to get a reservation, right?这家餐厅连我都听说过，应该很难订吧？

KlukaiLuckily, booking a table there is a breeze for 404 if we desire.还好，对于404来说，想订到不算什么难事。

CommanderAfter the meal is... a cafe? We have Springfield's coffee onboard the Elmo, is it really necessary?用餐结束后……去咖啡馆？平时在艾莫号上也能喝到春田的咖啡，有必要吗？

KlukaiIt is.有必要。

Klukai...I mean, the cats in this cafe can help you relax.……我是说，这家咖啡馆里的猫，能帮你放松心情。

CommanderAnd lastly, head to this powersports show to research the latest models of motorbikes...那最后这个前往机车展，调研最新款的重型机车……

KlukaiWe can check out many of the latest models. Is the Commander interested?能够看到很多最新的车型，指挥官感兴趣吗？

Commander...Isn't it a little late to ask me if I'm interested?……现在才问我感不感兴趣是不是有些晚了？

(Though, compared to her constant facade of a mature leader in everything, I find Klukai's overdue candid sharing of her interests much more comforting.)（不过，比起事事都拿出成熟队长的风度，可露凯这样久违地直接表露喜好，我反而适应了不少。）

Klukai...Then suppose it's to keep me company.……那就当是陪我去吧。

KlukaiTime is ticking, Commander. It's time for us to move out.时间不多了，指挥官，我们该出发了。

KlukaiNo need to contemplate anything. Just follow me and relax.你什么都不需要思考，只要跟着我，放松心情就好。

KlukaiRemember this day well... our first date since our reunion.好好记住这一天吧……算是我们重逢后的第一次约会。

KlukaiI will make the Commander experience the most unforgettable vacation ever.我会让指挥官体会到最难忘的假期。

(Klukai hands me the helmet she prepared, hops on the motorbike, and gestures for me to sit in the back seat.)（可露凯将准备好的头盔交给我，跨上机车，并示意我坐在后座上。）

(Without much hesitation, I follow Klukai onto the bike.)（没有过多的犹豫，我也紧随可露凯上了车。）

KlukaiCommander, hold me tight or you'll fall off.指挥官，不抓紧我的话，可是会掉下去的。

(I slide my hand around Klukai's waist.)（我顺势把手放在了可露凯的腰间。）

Klukai...A little tighter.……再抓紧一点。

(Klukai leans down, starts off. With the roar of the engine, the motorbike shoots out like a bullet.)（可露凯俯下身子，熟练起步，随着引擎的轰鸣声，她的重型机车即刻便像子弹一样冲了出去。）

CommanderI never realized you acquired such a hobby.我还不知道你什么时候有了这样的爱好。

KlukaiSurprised? There was a time when 404 was left with just me and Mechty. It was easier to get around this way and I became used to it.很意外吗？有段时间，404只剩下我和米什缇，用它来外出很方便，后来就习惯了。

KlukaiBesides... racing freely on the road like this, all the responsibilities and worries seem to be left behind for awhile. What do you think, Commander?而且……这样自由地在路上奔驰，身上的责任和烦恼都会被暂时落下，指挥官觉得呢？

CommanderIt's pretty nice.还不错。

(While I try to take in the landscape of the Yellow Zone, today's visibility is so low that I can't even see the road ahead.)（我仔细观察起了黄区的景色，但今天的可见度很低，我甚至看不清前面的路。）

(At the same time, a powerful sandstorm, often recognized as the herald of a Collapse storm, relentlessly rushes by, its roar echoing behind my ears. I can't help feeling a sense of unease.)（与此同时，一种类似于坍塌风暴前兆的强力风沙，正不断地划过我们身边，在我的耳后咆哮。令人不由得产生一种不好的预感。）

Commander...But I'm afraid our joyride will have to come to an end.……不过，恐怕我们的兜风该结束了。

KlukaiYou don't like this, Commander?指挥官不喜欢吗？

CommanderI do, but the impending Collapse storm doesn't.没有，但是即将到来的坍塌风暴不喜欢。

(I point to the darkening sky with gathering clouds in the distance. No doubt, a storm is brewing.)（我指了指远处暗下来的天空与聚集的云团，毫无疑问，那里很快就会酝酿出一场风暴。）

Klukai...Of all times, it had to be now.……偏偏在这个时候。

CommanderRelax, we're not out of luck. There's a ruin nearby we can use for temporary shelter.别紧张，我们运气不算太差，附近有一处可以让我们暂时躲避的废墟。

CommanderI've sent you the coordinates. Let's go there.位置已经发送给你了，我们去那里。

KlukaiOkay... hold on to me, it's going to be rough.嗯……抓紧我，要转弯了。

(Afternoon, Yellow Zone, coordinates SP734QE-H89YU1, unknown factory ruin.)（黄区，坐标SP734QE-H89YU1，不知名工厂残骸，下午）

(Boof!)（嗒！）

(Another rock is mercilessly kicked into the wind—Klukai has almost "cleaned up" the ruin's entrance.)（一颗小石子又被无情地踢进了狂风之中——可露凯已经快把废墟门口“清理”干净了。）

CommanderKlukai, come take a break and sit down for a bit instead of just standing there and moping. Collapse storms are a common occurrence in contamination zones, you'll get used to it.可露凯，比起站在那里生闷气，还是坐下休息一会吧？坍塌风暴是污染区常有的事，习惯就好了。

(While clearly still upset, Klukai nonetheless walks back and takes a seat beside me.)（可露凯虽然明显没消气，但还是老老实实走回来，在我身边坐下。）

Klukai...The weather forecasts have become as reliable as the words of a certain commander. Instead of putting my faith in this kind of stuff, I might as well go ahead and flip a coin to decide our next step.……气象预测的靠谱程度已经和某位指挥官说过的话差不多了。相信这种东西的我，还不如去抛硬币决定行动来得更痛快。

CommanderYou're being a little dramatic, aren't you?也没这么夸张吧？

KlukaiThanks to this damn weather, all our plans for the day have fallen through.拜这鬼天气所赐，我们今天所有的计划全部都泡汤了。

CommanderOn the bright side, I will remember this day fondly, just like you hoped.往好处想想，至少像你期望的那样，我确实记住了这一天。

KlukaiRemembered as the worst dating experience ever?作为最糟糕的约会体验记住吗？

KlukaiIsn't that the worst possible outcome? ...In this case, I might as well erase this memory as quickly as possible.那不是糟透了吗……那样的话，倒不如快点删除这部分记忆。

CommanderIt's not like that...不至于，不至于……

(At this point, I'm afraid there's nothing I can say to soothe the frustration of this elite Doll.)（事到如今，恐怕说什么也不能让这名正在恼火的精英人形消气了。）

KlukaiCommander.指挥官。

(After a brief silence, Klukai is the first to speak.)（短暂的沉默过后，可露凯率先开口说话了。）

KlukaiWon't you... say something, Commander?指挥官，你……不说点什么吗？

CommanderI'm used to the weather here. Collapse storms impact everyone who moves through the contamination zones equally.我对这里的天气已经习惯了，坍塌风暴会平等地袭击每一个在污染区活动的人。

Klukai...I mean, we've got a lot of free time right now, don't you have anything that you'd like to tell me?……我是说，现在正好出现了空闲时间，你没有什么要对我说的吗？

(Tell her something? Klukai seems to be asking this question a lot lately, under different contexts too...)（说点什么？可露凯最近似乎经常问起这个问题，在不同的情境之下……）

(Is she hoping that I can exhibit better decision-making skills? Indeed, most of our time together was spent on handling missions, it's only natural she's concerned with that.)（是希望，我表现出更好的决策能力吗？确实，之前我们的共处大部分都基于任务，她在意这个也很正常。）

(But it's a rest day today... Even with the plans disrupted by the Collapse storm, I still want everyone to be a bit more relaxed.)（但今天是休息日……就算被坍塌风暴打乱了计划，我也还是希望大家都能松弛一些。）

CommanderHmm, this storm is probably going to last a couple more hours. We're not making it to the satellite city at this rate. How about we figure out what we should do after the storm is over instead?呃，这场风暴大概还要持续几个小时。卫星城是去不了了，我们要不商量一下，风暴结束后做点什么？

Klukai...……

(For whatever reason, Klukai reveals an expression alien to her usual self. It's obvious to all that she's deeply unhappy.)（不知为何，可露凯听到后，露出了和往常截然不同的表情。无论是谁，都可以明显地感觉到，她不开心了。）

KlukaiMm.嗯。

(But in the end, she doesn't say anything.)（但最终，她还是什么都没说。）

Across the Storm 3 穿越风暴3

(Evening, Yellow Zone, Elmo public area bar.)（黄区，艾莫号公共区吧台，晚上）

KlukaiI couldn't find you anywhere. Turns out you're holed up here drinking.到处都找不到你，原来是躲在这里喝酒。

CommanderIt's the new wine Mayling brought back.是美玲带回来的新酒。

KlukaiHmph... The Commander is still quite the popular one, not unlike back at Griffin.哼……指挥官还真是受欢迎，这一点倒是和在格里芬的时候一样。

CommanderUgh, so, why're you looking for me? I believe all my tasks today should be done....呃，所以找我有什么事？我今天的日程应该都已经完成了吧……

(Klukai's stern expression makes me want to pull out my terminal and check if I've missed a certain arrangement.)（可露凯严肃的表情让我忍不住想要掏出终端来看看，自己是不是漏掉了某项安排。）

KlukaiLooks like I need to remind you that... since Mayling and Groza are back from the fieldwork, I won't be in charge of assisting you from tomorrow onwards.看来我有必要提醒一下……美玲和闪电的外勤已经结束，那么从明天开始，我就不会再负责辅助你的工作了。

Klukai...In other words, the reason I'm standing here isn't work.……也就是说，我并不是为了工作的事才来找你的。

CommanderSeems you can now take a breather.那你终于可以放松一下了。

(I glance at the liquor cabinet behind, select a couple flavors of juices from what's left, pour them into a shaker along with tonic water, add some salt and ice, then shake it even and finally pour it into a glass set in front of Klukai.)（我看了一眼后面的酒柜，在里面所剩无几的果汁中挑选了几款，和汤力水一起倒入雪克壶中，又加入了一些粗盐和冰块，摇晃均匀后倒进玻璃杯中，放到了可露凯的面前。）

CommanderA non-alcoholic drink specially made for you, might be a little skimpy, but it's the best we can get here.特地为你调制的无酒精饮品，或许有些简陋，但已经是这里能喝到的最好的了。

Klukai...Thank you, Commander.……谢谢，指挥官。

CommanderI should be the one thanking you. It's been tough on you these days.该说谢谢的人是我才对，这段时间辛苦你了。

(I raise my glass and gently clink Klukai's. However, she only stares at me ponderously without raising her glass. This leads me to set my glass down awkwardly as well.)（我举起酒杯，轻碰了一下可露凯的杯子。但可露凯却若有所思地看着我，没有举杯。这让我也尴尬地把酒杯放下了。）

KlukaiIs that all?只有这些？

KlukaiCommander, don't you have anything else to say?指挥官，你就没有什么别的话要说吗？

(I should?)（我应该有吗？）

(Klukai isn't the type who remains silent when they have something to say. What else could prompt her to enquire persistently...)（可露凯并不是一个有话不愿直说的人。还有什么事能让她再三询问……）

(I ponder for a moment, then comes up with an answer.)（我稍作思考，已经有了一个答案。）

KlukaiCommander?指挥官？

CommanderI see.我明白了。

CommanderKlukai, you're suggesting that the Elmo and H.I.D.E. 404 are now part of a cooperative partnership, not superiors and subordinates.可露凯，你是想说，现在艾莫号和404小队属于合作关系，并非上下级。

Klukai...And then?……然后呢？

CommanderSo, supporting the Elmo and aiding me in my work these days were not part of your duties.所以，你最近支援艾莫号，协助我工作，并非分内的事情。

Klukai...I'm such a fool for expecting anything from you.……对你抱有期望的我像个十足的傻瓜。

(Maybe due to my inability to come up with a clear resolution, Klukai's eyes immediately dull. She lets out a soft sigh, then playfully mocks herself, as if having an internal monologue.)（或许是因为我还未能拿出确切的解决方案，可露凯的眼神立刻黯淡了下来，轻叹了一口气。她轻声地自嘲，像是说给自己听的一样。）

CommanderNo need for you to worry about that, I'll make sure to compensate you accordingly.这一点你不用担心，我一定会支付给你相应的报酬。

CommanderNot only that, but since you've over-delivered on your duties, this payment will be nothing less than a fortune.不仅如此，你超额完成了任务，这份报酬绝对只多不少。

Klukai...……

(Rather than the delighted face I was looking forward to seeing from Klukai, I'm faced with one that's seldom seen; one encompassing repressed frustration and bitterness.)（我并没有看到可露凯应有的高兴表情，取而代之的是，一种我很少见到的，似乎是在压抑着怒火与不甘的表情。）

KlukaiYOU REALLY DON'T HAVE A CLUE!你果然完全没有明白！

(Right now, even her voice is a few decibels above her usual.)（现在的可露凯，就连分贝都要比平时高出百分之十。）

(She gulps down the drink, then slams the glass onto the tabletop.)（她把面前的饮料一饮而尽，随后砰的一声将杯子砸在桌面上。）

CommanderKlukai?可露凯？

Klukai(Before I can even ask, she yanks me closer by the collar of my shirt.)（我还没来得及询问，她就一把拽住了我的衣领将我拉近。）

KlukaiSince you keep playing dumb, Commander, don't blame me for being discourteous.指挥官，既然你一直装傻，就不要怪我不客气了。

(Perhaps fueled by rage, Klukai's face suspiciously turns red.)（可能是因为生气，可露凯的脸带上了一团可疑的红晕。）

(Although the beverage was undoubtedly non-alcoholic, a tinge of sweet and sour, the telltale odor of alcohol, still lingers in the air.)（明明是无酒精饮料，但此刻的空气中，却漂浮着带有一丝酸甜的酒精气味。）

CommanderWhen have you ever been courteous...你什么时候客气过……

CommanderUhm, I mean, the kind of shrewdness that can be perceived at a glance is the most dangerous... Right, Klukai?不不，我是说，被一眼看出的精明反而才危险……是吧，可露凯？

(While doing my best to verbally appease Klukai, I attempt to find a way for her to let go of her grip without angering her further.)（我一边尽力在语言上安抚可露凯，一边尝试着寻找某种不让她更加愤怒的方式来松开她的手。）

KlukaiEven at this point, are you still avoiding me, Commander?都到了这个时候了，指挥官难道还想逃跑吗？

KlukaiDo you think... I'd allow that to happen?!你觉得……我会允许这种事情发生吗！

(Her grip has become tighter! Almost twisting my collar 180 degrees!)（她的手劲变得更大了！几乎把我的领子旋转了一百八十度！）

KlukaiAre you really not going to explain yourself, Commander?指挥官，你真的不打算和我解释一下吗？

KlukaiAfter all these years, you couldn't possibly have never received any of my messages, could you? I've tried to reach out to you so many times, why won't you answer me in any capacity?这么多年，你不可能没收到我的信息吧？我发了那么多条，你为什么一个都不肯回复呢？

(So, it was about that...)（原来，是这件事……）

CommanderKlukai, listen to me. I can explain... L-let go of me first.可露凯，听我说，我可以解释……你、你先放开我。

KlukaiI... No!我……不！

KlukaiYou didn't even bother to answer me once, not a single message! Why should I listen to you?!你——甚至没有回复任何一条消息，我凭什么听你的！

(She pulls me a little closer again!)（她又把我拉得更近了一些！）

(The distance between Klukai and myself shortens again, until a distance where even breathing felt intrusive.)（我和可露凯的距离一再缩短，直到变成了连呼吸都显得有些冒昧的距离。）

Klukai...Commander, why don't you say something?……指挥官，你为什么不说话？

KlukaiAre you still playing dumb, even now? I'm right in front of you, asking you all these questions and you still won't answer a single word?到了现在了，你还要装傻吗？我就在你眼前，这样追问你，你还是一句话都不肯回复吗？

Klukai...What about "all I need is you"? Was that merely a ruse to fool me like a child all along?!……明明之前还说什么只要有我就够了，结果到头来全部都是把我当小孩子哄的谎话！

(Klukai is clearly in a terrible mood. With the way things are going, the reply needs to be weighed carefully so as not to anger her further.)（可露凯的情绪十分糟糕，以现在的情况来看，需要斟酌一下答复，以免进一步激怒她。）

(While I was thinking of a response, Klukai keeps voicing her grievances continuously.)（在我思考着对策的时候，可露凯还在持续不断地表达着自己的不满。）

KlukaiIt has been so hard to finally find you, I thought you finally needed me again.好不容易见到了你，我还以为你终于需要我了。

KlukaiBut how did it turn out...?! On the E-Elmo... with ALL these Dolls already?! IT'S-SO-LIVELY-HERE!结果呢……？艾、艾莫号上……竟然已经有这——么多人形了！好·热·闹·啊！

KlukaiS-so you've just been recruiting new Dolls one after another, but never thought to bother with me?!所以、你就这样一直、一直招募新人形，却从来没想起来搭理我吗？

KlukaiNot only that, but you also treated me like a complete outsider, going on and on about partnership and compensation and whatnot. When on earth did 404 ever charge you for anything?!不仅如此，还把我当成一个十足的外人来看待，竟然还说什么合作、报酬的。404到底什么时候收过你的报酬？

(Klukai's utterances grow more and more agitated, almost as if she's drunk.)（可露凯的言辞越来越激动，简直就像是喝醉了一样。）

KlukaiHad I known that you didn't intend to leave alone at all and still needed Doll's assistance...如果早知道你根本就不想独自行动，还是需要人形协助。

KlukaiI would've... I would've shown up ages ago to get you.我早就……我早就该直接冲过来抓你了。

KlukaiAnd what happened? Here I am, worried that the agreement and 404 would affect you negatively, like a total dork!结果呢？担心协议和404会对你有影响的我就像个傻子！

KlukaiThat agreement can't do shit to me!明明那个协议根本就管不到我！

KlukaiAnd even now, you won't even give me an explanation—就这样到现在，你居然连个解释都——

KlukaiHic....!嗝……！

(Klukai's voice halts abruptly and her pupils cease to focus gradually.)（可露凯的声音戛然而止，瞳孔也渐渐不再聚焦。）

Commander...K-Klukai?……可、可露凯？

KlukaiHic—!嗝——！

(Even louder, now accompanied by a strong odor of alcohol.)（更加响亮的声音，伴随着浓烈的酒精味。）

(I quickly glance at the tabletop—the glass of non-alcoholic beverage that was supposedly consumed sits there full, making a mockery out of a certain someone's current embarrassing state.)（我快速看向桌面——本该被她喝光的那杯无酒精饮料此刻正一滴没少地端坐在原地，不知道究竟在嘲笑着谁的狼狈。）

(And my glass filled with vodka...)（而我那杯倒满了伏特加的酒杯……）

(Damn it, she downed it all!)（该死，她竟然全部喝光了！）

Alarm*Alert. Detecting Level II intrusion of multiple Dolls.**警报，存在多名人形的二级平层遭到入侵*

(The warning rings up untimely, breaking the stalemate between me and Klukai.)（警铃声不合时宜地响起，打破了我和可露凯僵持的局面。）

(Yet Klukai remains surprisingly calm.)（但可露凯此刻却出奇的安静。）

CommanderIntrusion?! Multiple Dolls at that?遭到入侵？！而且还是多名人形？！

Alarm*Identifying intruder... Confirmed... Tactical Doll, Klukai.**入侵者身份确认中……确认完成……战术人形，可露凯*

CommanderKlukai, are you accessing everyone's Level II?可露凯，你接入了所有人的二级平层？！

KlukaiHehe... Today... I'll show the Commander... w-who's the Elmo's true...呵呵……今天……就让指挥官看看，谁……谁才是……艾莫号的……

Alarm*Please expedite response, several Dolls are facing forced shut down.**请尽快采取行动，存在多名人形被强制停机*

CommanderKlukai, what are you doing in Level Il? Cut it out!可露凯，你在二级平层做什么？快切出来！

(However, focused on Level II, Klukai ignores my pleas.)（然而，专注于二级平层的可露凯，对我的呼喊置若罔闻。）

MechtyIt's over! It's the end of the world—完了啊！世界末日来了啊——

(I vaguely overhear the mournful cries of Mechty in the distance.)（我隐约听到了远方米什缇悲惨的嚎叫声。）

Across the Storm 4 穿越风暴4

(—Five days ago)（——五天前）

CommanderKlukai, today's combat report has yet—可露凯，这次的作战报告你好像还没——

(Realizing I was calling out to her, Klukai immediately averts her eyes.)（发现是我在喊她后，可露凯立马就避开了视线。）

Klukai...The report is in the ops room.……报告在指挥室。

CommanderIs it? Well, we can go together...是吗，那正好我们一起……

KlukaiI'll leave now.那我就先走了。

(—Three days ago)（——三天前）

CommanderKlukai, there's combat training later today, do you...可露凯，今天晚些时候的模拟作战训练，你……

Klukai...404's got our own group training, so I won't be here.……404有集训，我不参加。

CommanderHuh? But Mechty's coming?啊？但是米什缇会来啊？

Klukai...I... I train by myself.……我……我自己集训。

(Klukai interrupts my invitation with a stiff excuse and turns away just like that.)（可露凯略显僵硬地打断了我的邀请，就这样转身离开了。）

CommanderFor the second time... Is she avoiding me?第二次了……难道是在躲着我吗？

(—Yesterday)（——一天前）

(Ever since Klukai declined my invitation, I haven't seen her for the past two days.)（自从可露凯上次拒绝了我的邀请之后，我已经两天没有见过她了。）

CommanderShe's totally hiding from me...这完全就是在躲着我吧……

CommanderSince I can't find her, maybe I should send her a message?既然找不到人，那就先发条信息试试看？

(I open my comm terminal and type a message to Klukai.)（我打开通讯终端，给可露凯发了一条信息。）

(Morning, Yellow Zone, Elmo ops room)（黄区，艾莫号指挥室，上午）

System*New message received**收到一条新消息*

(I open the comms interface, it's Klukai's reply.)（我打开通讯界面，是可露凯的回信。）

KlukaiOn our day off at 10 in the morning, I'll meet you at Elmo's exit ramp.休息日上午十点钟，我在艾莫号的出口处等你。

("Where are you?"—my message sent to her still hangs visibly above her reply, with date displayed as from a day earlier.)（而我给她发送的信息——“你在哪？”，还明晃晃地挂在她的回信上方，时间显示为一天之前。）

(Anyway, it's a nice thing that she replied. After all, she's been avoiding me for a while now. I'm guessing it has something to do with that glass of vodka.)（不管怎么说，她能回信就是一件好事。毕竟她躲了我已经有一段时间了，我猜，或许和上次的那杯伏特加有关。）

CommanderHold on, today...慢着，今天……

CommanderToday's the rest day?!今天就是休息日？！

(I glance at the clock, only ten minutes left before the promised meeting time.)（我看了一眼时间，距离约定的见面时间只剩下十分钟。）

(Morning, Yellow zone, outside the Elmo.)（黄区，艾莫号外，上午）

KlukaiI didn't expect the Commander to actually see the message.没想到指挥官竟然看到了这条信息呢。

CommanderAfter all, it's quite difficult to see you nowadays and I still cherish that.毕竟现在见你一面很困难，我还是很珍惜的。

CommanderIf possible, please let me know further in advance next time, okay?可以的话，下次还是提前一些告诉我吧？

Klukai...Hmph, it's difficult to see me?……哼，见我很困难？

KlukaiNothing changed for me compared to usual. It's you who didn't look hard enough.和往常比起来，我没什么变化。是指挥官没有用心去找吧。

CommanderFine, I'm sure you didn't deliberately avoid me. And definitely not while drunk...好吧，我相信你绝对没有躲着我。也绝对没有在喝醉后……

KlukaiCommander!指挥官！

(Klukai interrupts.)（可露凯打断了我的话。）

Klukai...I have no idea where you're going with this, but I would advise against it, or else—……我不知道你在说些什么，但我不建议你继续说下去，否则的话——

CommanderOr else?否则的话？

KlukaiOr else, I will... not be too happy about it, which wouldn't spell good news for you.否则的话，我会……不太高兴，但这对你来说应该算不上什么好事。

CommanderIndeed, when you made a whole scene in Level II last time, you created the biggest breach of the Elmo in years.确实，上次你在二级平层的大展身手，给艾莫号制造了这些年来最大的漏洞。

KlukaiThat was an accident!那只是次意外！

KlukaiBut, rather than mocking me with those words, let's get on the bike... Commander.不过，比起说这些话来嘲笑我……指挥官，还是快点上车吧。

(Klukai seems unwilling to continue the conversation about the drunken episode and tosses me the same helmet I wore last time.)（可露凯似乎不愿意再继续关于醉酒事件的话题，并把我上次带过的那只头盔丢给了我。）

CommanderAm I riding in the back seat today as well?今天也是我坐后座吗？

KlukaiI won't be able to steer very well if you sit in the front.如果你坐在前面的话，我开起来会不太方便。

Klukai...But I don't mind trying it if you insist.……但你要是执意这样的话，我倒是不介意尝试一下。

CommanderThen forget it.那还是算了。

(Klukai gets on the motorbike, closely followed by myself.)（可露凯跨上机车，我也紧随其后。）

KlukaiNot bad. Looks like you've taken it upon yourself to hold on to me.不错嘛，看来你已经自觉抓紧我了。

(Klukai appears somewhat content with the situation and just like that, she drives me around on the plains of the Yellow Zone for a while.)（可露凯似乎有些得意，就这样载着我在黄区的平原上飞驰了一会。）

(After an unknown period, Klukai finally pulls over to the side of the road.)（不知道过了多久，可露凯终于把车停在了路旁。）

KlukaiGet off.下车吧。

CommanderLooks like today's date won't be in the Green Zone.看来这次的约会地点并不是绿区。

KlukaiThat date was indeed a shame...那次的约会，的确是个遗憾……

KlukaiHowever, I didn't say it's a date this time.但是，我可没说这次是约会。

KlukaiThat aside, since you were the one who messaged me first, you must have something to say this time, Commander.比起那个，指挥官，既然是你先给我发了消息，这次总该有话想说了吧。

CommanderSeems like whether or not if it's going to be a date depends on what I have to say.看来是不是约会取决于我接下来要说的话。

KlukaiIf that's how you interpret it, fine.你这么理解的话也没关系。

CommanderThat's awkward, Klukai. I don't want to give you the impression that I'm only saying this because I want to spend time in the Green Zone.这下难办了，可露凯，我可不想被你认为是因为想去绿区玩才说这些的。

(A hint of anticipation appears on Klukai's face.)（可露凯的脸上多了一丝期待。）

KlukaiNo, as long as the Commander refrains from avoiding the obvious this time...不会，只要这次指挥官不再避重就轻的话……

CommanderDon't worry. Actually, I wasn't trying to avoid it. I just couldn't figure out how to say it.放心，其实，我没有想回避，只是没想好该怎么说。

CommanderKlukai, I'm well past being a Griffin commander. Yet even as a bounty hunter, the circumstances I find myself in aren't much better.可露凯，虽然我早已经不是格里芬的指挥官了，但即便是赏金猎人，我所处的环境，也并没有好多少。

KlukaiI've always known that.我一直都知道。

CommanderIt's not just a question of the complex web of powers at play surrounding us, but I myself am subject to... many constraints and bindings, as you are aware.不仅是周边势力复杂与否的问题，我本身也受到了……很多限制，就像你了解的那样。

CommanderSo, even though the agreement does not ostensibly affect 404, I've always thought that for you, who are in perils of your own, establishing contact with the Elmo before the agreement is relaxed... or before the constraints on the Elmo are gone, would bring about even greater risks to you.所以，即便协议表面上并未约束到404，但我一直觉得，对于本身就危险重重的你们来说，在协议松动……或者说在艾莫号受到的约束消失之前，与艾莫号建立联系会让你们变得更加危险。

CommanderI know you're not afraid of any of that, but...我知道你不会惧怕这些，但是……

KlukaiAre you worried I'll get in trouble if I come too close to you?你是在担心我和你走太近的话，会有麻烦？

CommanderSo to speak.可以这么说吧。

KlukaiCommander, I've always respected your decisions. And I've always convinced myself with the thought that if you're not ready yet, then I won't bother you...指挥官，我一直都很尊重你的决定。而且，我一直都是以这个想法来说服自己，如果你还没有做好准备，我就不去打扰你……

KlukaiEver since I became the leader of 404, I've often had no choice but to make compromises and changes. Of course, it's all for the sake of making 404 stronger and protecting our members.自从我成为404的队长，我也常常不得已做出一些妥协和改变。当然，这都是为了让404更强大，也是为了保护404的成员。

KlukaiI understand that... in this world, being strong and powerful is what gives you the right to make decisions.我明白……在这个世界上，强大才能拥有选择的权利。

KlukaiBut...可是……

(Klukai ponders for a moment and looks at me solemnly.)（可露凯沉吟片刻，十分郑重地看向我。）

Klukai"Being safe" too, is something you can only feel assured of once it's firmly in your own hands.“平安”，也始终都是要掌握在自己手里才安心。

KlukaiI'm sure you understand that more than I do.我相信，你比我更加明白这一点。

CommanderSince you get it, that makes everything easier.既然你明白，那就一切好说了。

KlukaiBut it's no longer just that, Commander.可是现在不一样了，指挥官。

KlukaiI will always stand by 404, but I'll never give up on you either, and much less accept the fact that you've been trying to estrange yourself from me for reasons like this...我不会放弃404小队，但也绝对不会放弃你，更不接受你因为这种原因就与我疏远……

KlukaiThis is the path chosen by the new leader of 404 and the elite Doll Klukai.这是404的新队长，也是精英人形可露凯所选择的道路。

KlukaiSquad 404—those who don't exist—have fought tooth and nail in the past just to survive and we are more than capable of doing it again.404小队——不该存在的小队，过去都可以抢出一片自己生存的天空，现在更加可以。

KlukaiBesides, you're going to help me, right?而且，你会帮我的，对吗？

(Wind ruffles Klukai's long hair. Behind her is the usual, dull brown sky of the Yellow Zone, with dark clouds capable of overwhelming everything.)（风吹起可露凯的长发，她身后是黄区一如既往暗淡的褐色天空，深灰色的云层几乎要把这里的一切都压倒在地。）

(Dust rises with the cold wind, as it has done before countless other Collapse storms, rendering everything in the distance growing blurry.)（沙尘伴随着冷风扬起，就像无数次坍塌风暴来临前一样，远处的事物都变得越来越模糊。）

(But Klukai stands there, her silhouette unmistakably clear to me.)（但可露凯站在那里，我却看得尤其清晰。）

Commander...Looks like Klukai is still the same old Klukai and I was the one that got too sentimental.……看来可露凯还是过去的可露凯，反而显得我婆婆妈妈了。

(Seemingly satisfied with this answer, Klukai's face finally breaks into a smile.)（可露凯看上去对这个解释还算满意，她的脸上终于露出了笑容。）

CommanderSo, what's next on the schedule?所以，接下来的行程是？

KlukaiIs that even a question? Of course we're going to make up for the date we weren't able to go on last time. You're not going to shut me down now, are you, Commander?这还用问吗？当然是要补偿我们上次没能完成的约会了。指挥官，你不会到了现在还想说不和我一起去吧？

CommanderOf course not.当然不会。

KlukaiWell, that concludes the chit-chat. We'll have to savor the rest of our time. Get on the bike.那闲谈就到此结束，我们要好好珍惜接下来的时间了，上车。

(Riding Klukai's motorbike now has become a breeze.)（现在再坐可露凯的机车，已经是轻车熟路了。）

(With the roar of the engine, Klukai once again takes me on a ride.)（在引擎的轰鸣声中，可露凯再次载着我一路疾驰。）

(However...)（然而……）

CommanderUgh, sure enough, that weather change was indeed a prelude to a Collapse storm.呃，果然，刚才的天气变化，是坍塌风暴的前兆。

Klukai...Again?!……又来！

(Behind us, signs of the Collapse storm resurface.)（后方，坍塌风暴的预兆再次出现。）

CommanderBy the looks of things, we've got about five minutes before the storm reaches our current position. Should we find a place to take shelter? The nearest ruin we can hide in is only two kilometers away.看情况，还有五分钟吧，风暴就会到达我们现在的位置。要不要再找地方躲一下？附近能避难的废墟距离我们只有两千米。

KlukaiIt's just a storm after all...区区风暴而已……

(Before I can finish, Klukai throttles up and, with no intention of changing direction, steers the motorbike right along the heading of the Collapse storm.)（话还没说完，可露凯便狠狠地踩下了油门，丝毫没有改变方向的意思，机车继续沿着坍塌风暴行进的方向疾驰。）

Commander...Just to be clear, it's not that I don't trust you with the performance of your motorbike, but... are you really trying to outrun a Collapse storm?……事先声明，我不是不信任你这台机车的性能，但你……不会打算跑赢坍塌风暴吧？

KlukaiYou've caught on pretty quickly this time.你这次反应挺快的。

KlukaiNo worries, I'm here to keep you safe. I promise... with all I've got.别担心，有我在，一定会保护你的平安。我会……用我的全部来担保。

KlukaiNo matter what kind of obstacles lie ahead, I will overcome them to prove to you...无论今后再有什么样的阻碍，我都会跨过去给你看……

KlukaiI won't allow myself to be separated from you again, Commander.指挥官，我绝对不会再与你分离。

Covenant 铭契

KlukaiIt seems you've finally realized who's the best choice for you. Come, Commander, take my hand and tell me that you need me by your side, eternally.看来你终于意识到，谁才是你最好的选择了。来，指挥官，请握住我的手，告诉我，你需要我一直在你身边。

KlukaiI will forever engrave this moment in my neural cloud to honor this once-in-a-lifetime victory...我会把这份烙印永远铭刻在心智里，纪念这场一生一次的胜利……

Accompany 在你身边

KlukaiCommander, have you noticed any changes in the ops room?指挥官，你有注意到指挥室里有什么变化吗？

CommanderThere's a mechanical black cat... it's hard not to notice. Unfortunately it doesn't move and it's just going to sit there and be looked at.有一只机械黑猫……想注意不到都很困难，可惜不会动，只能摆在那里看了。

KlukaiI've installed a monitor and explosives on it. If it detects any intent from the Commander to leave silently on his own again, the device will automatically activate the explosive.上面装了监视器和炸弹，一旦检测到指挥官再次有一声不吭独自离开的意图，就会自动对指挥官使用爆破装置。

CommanderI'm happy you brought me a gift, but I'd still consider this a serious threat...你送我礼物我很高兴，但我依然认为这是一种严重的威胁……

KlukaiCommander, I originally thought that after we reunited and came to understand each other, the restlessness and obsession in my heart might lessen a bit.指挥官，原本我以为，我们在重逢后、互相理解后，我心中的不安和执着可以少一些。

KlukaiBut in reality, it seems to be growing day by day in a bittersweet way...但事实上，它似乎正在以一种酸涩的方式与日俱增……

KlukaiHonestly, even though I understand your feelings and everything you've done, still...真是的，明明你的心意我都清楚了，我也理解你所做的一切，但是……

KlukaiBut if I can't be by your side all the time, I still often feel a sense of longing and unease. Commander, do you ever feel the same way?但是不能时刻在你身边的话，我时常还是会觉得挂念和不安，指挥官，你会有同样的心情吗？

KlukaiStop, you don't need to answer that, Commander. Anyway, that cat will be by your side when I can't. Just treat it well and sleep with it in your arms like any other cat.停，指挥官还是不要回答了。总之，那只猫会在我们无法见面时陪伴在你身边。你就好好对待它吧，像别的人类那样，抱着它睡觉好了。

Commander...So, is it really rigged with a monitor and explosives?……所以，它上面真的有监视器和炸弹吗？

KlukaiWill you leave me again if not?没有的话你会再次离开我吗？

KlukaiRelax, there's nothing inside, it's just a little ornament I made by hand. If you like it... that would be perfect.放心，什么都没有，只是我亲手制作的一个摆件而已，你能喜欢的话……那就最好不过了。

KlukaiThat said, even if you really get some new ideas and won't tell me about them...话说回来，就算你真的又有了什么打算，不愿意告诉我……

KlukaiI want you to remember that I'm strong enough to overcome any obstacles just to stand by your side. Never underestimate me, Commander.我也希望你记得，我的实力足以让我迈过一切困难站在你身边，别小看我，指挥官。

Food Tasting 1 美食品尝1

The first taste astounds, immediately awakening slumbering taste buds.入口的惊艳，瞬间唤醒沉睡的味蕾。

CommanderEvery mouthful tastes like bliss.每一口都是幸福的味道。

KlukaiSo you've finally arrived, Commander.指挥官，你终于来了。

About Pets关于宠物

About Perfectionism关于完美

About Exclusivity关于独占

About Leadership关于队长

About Bikes关于机车

About Teammates关于队友

CommanderYou seem to like cats more than dogs, right, Klukai?比起狗来说，可露凯更喜欢猫？

KlukaiIf I have to pick a favorite... Yes, and I like black cats specifically. I have an affinity for them.硬要说的话……黑猫，确实会让我有种亲近感。

CommanderMaybe it's because they're a lot like you?大概是因为你们很像吧。

KlukaiWhat? No! It's not because of that!什么？不，不是这个原因！

CommanderI feel like you've become even more of a perfectionist over the years.总觉得，现在的可露凯，似乎比之前更加追求完美了。

KlukaiThat is to be expected from an elite Doll.对于精英人形来说，这是理所应当的事情。

KlukaiAnd as the leader of 404, if I was even slightly unreliable, I would one day drag my entire team... and their trust, down into the abyss.而且，作为404的队长，如果我稍有不可靠，就会将整支队伍……连同她们的信赖一起，拖进深渊。

KlukaiIt is for that reason that I grew to resent costly blunders even more than before. I'm sure you understand, Commander.正因如此，现在的我，会更加厌恶失误的代价。指挥官一定也明白吧？

KlukaiCommander, why do you keep looking around?指挥官，怎么一直东张西望的？

KlukaiAre you looking at the other Dolls again? Even though you already have a date with me...又在看其他人形吗？明明都已经和我约好了……

CommanderI was looking for you.刚才是在找你。

KlukaiHmph... You've found me, then. Now that you have... you're only allowed to look at me for the duration of our time together.哼……那现在你找到了，所以，接下来的一段时间内……你都只能看着我。

CommanderYou seem quite busy lately.最近好像很忙？

KlukaiWhat's wrong, Commander? Have you finally realized how important I am to you?怎么，指挥官终于开始意识到，我对你有多么重要了吗？

Klukai404 ran into some issues with our intel source during our last commission... We did manage to solve it, but I decided it was time I did a deep dive into the matter.上次的委托……情报来源出了些问题，虽然最后顺利解决了，我还是打算彻查一下。

KlukaiNothing wrong with a more thorough look. I must admit that I've become more like you during the years we spent apart.多考虑一些不是什么坏事。我承认，在你离开的那段日子里，我似乎也变得愈发像你了。

CommanderWhat kind of book are you reading?在看什么书吗？

KlukaiMmm... It's a magazine on bikes. New products are listed in there... alongside some practical tips on bike modification.嗯……是机车杂志，里面介绍了不少新品……还有一些实用的改装技巧。

KlukaiI have no interest in the recent new models, but some attachments and mods seem pretty worthy of a purchase.虽然最近的新款我没什么兴趣，不过有些小配件，看起来倒是很值得购入……

KlukaiAt the very least, these will provide you with a better experience riding on my backseat.至少，它们能让你在后座时，兜风体验更好一些。

CommanderI think Belka and Mechty were quarrelling with each other just now.刚才，比悠卡和米什缇好像发生了一些争执。

KlukaiQuarrelling? Probably just a one-sided tantrum from Belka... Looks like there's too little assigned training in her schedule.争执？应该只是比悠卡在单方面发脾气吧……还是训练安排得太少了。

KlukaiThey've always been like that. Don't worry too much about them, Commander.她们一直都是这样，指挥官不用太过担心。

KlukaiThey'll quiet down immediately once I shock them with a new training schedule. Watch this—只要我把新的训练计划发给她们，她们就安静下来了，就像现在这样——

The wafting aroma enchants, carrying away every trace of my weariness.扑鼻的芬芳，顷刻带走满身的疲惫。

The flavors blooming upon my tongue delight, filling my body with warmth and happiness.舌尖的绽放，幸福的暖意随即拥抱全身。

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(The door to the ops room slowly slides open, accompanied by an electronic voice saying the words, "authentication successful".)（随着一声“认证通过”的电子音，指挥室的门缓缓开启。）

(The room is silent. Clearly, its owner is not in at the moment.)（室内安静无声。很显然，屋子的主人此刻不在此处。）

KlukaiCommander, I'm here to get that—指挥官，我来拿你说的——

KlukaiRight, he went to go meet with some underground brokers.对哦，那家伙去见暗商了。

KlukaiThe ops room is so boring without him around.他不在的指挥室，真是无趣。

KlukaiEh, never mind. Better go find that thing he asked for.算了，还是快点找到他交代的东西吧。

(Several hours ago.)（数小时前。）

CommanderOh yes, Klukai.对了，可露凯。

CommanderI left a letter on the ops room table. I was going to give it to you in person.指挥室的桌上有一封信，我本来想亲手交给你的。

CommanderHowever, something came up suddenly and I need to head out right now. Could I trouble you to get it yourself from the ops room?这次事出突然，我要立刻出发，你可以自己去指挥室取一下信吗？

KlukaiA letter? For me? Did you write it yourself?给我的信？你亲笔写的？

KlukaiCould... could it be a love, love, love...!这、这不就是情情情……！

KlukaiNonono, it can't be, how could a blockhead like him write something like that?不会不会，木头脑袋怎么可能写得出那种东西。

CommanderCalm down, it's just a little token of my appreciation.别紧张，只是我的一点心意。

CommanderI should have done this sooner, seeing as 404 has been helping me for free all this time.总是麻烦404小队无偿帮我的忙，我早该有所表示的。

CommanderGo take a look at it first. Once I get back, I'll thank you in person.你先去看信吧。等我回来，我再当面致谢。

KlukaiI knew you'd do that.就知道会是这样。

KlukaiAlright, I will.行，我会去的。

CommanderIf I come back later than expected, could I trouble you to proceed directly to the location mentioned in the letter?如果我回来得比预计要晚，可以请你直接去信上的地点吗？

CommanderI'll change into something presentable on the way.我也会在路上换好得体的礼服。

KlukaiSomething presentable? Is something going to happen that requires you to dress up?什么礼服？还有礼服的事？

KlukaiCould it really be...难道说真的是……

CommanderYes... I hope this year's will be to your satisfaction.嗯，今年……希望能让你满意。

KlukaiThere's a letter on the ops room desk.指挥室桌上的信封。

KlukaiThis must be it.找到了，是这个吧。

(Klukai's gaze falls on the letter in her hand.)（可露凯的目光落在手中的信封上。）

(The dark blue envelope is edged in soft, white lace. Just by looking, she can tell that a lot of care went into making it.)（深蓝外封，边缘装饰着纯白轻软的蕾丝花边，光是外表已足够用心。）

(While there's no telling what Klukai's thinking at this moment, her cheeks suddenly flush pink.)（不知想到了什么，可露凯的脸颊忽然浮上两朵红云。）

KlukaiHonestly, what are you even trying to accomplish by doing stuff like this?做成这种容易让人误会的样子是想干嘛。

KlukaiShould I open it here?要在这里打开看吗？

Klukai...No, my frame's overheating. I'll head back to my room first.……不行，素体过热了。还是先回休息室吧。

KlukaiWhew! Finally, I can read it.呼！现在终于可以看了。

(Klukai inhales, then carefully opens the letter.)（可露凯深吸一口气，小心翼翼地打开信封。）

("To the most hardworking and reliable warrior of the Elmo.")（“致艾莫号最勤勉、最可靠的战士。”）

("Thank you for all the efforts you've made for us all this while. Your accomplishments are evident to all.")（“谢谢你一直以来为大家付出了这么多，你的功绩有目共睹。”）

("A grand party has been prepared to celebrate the coming anniversary, to be held at the following location. Please take some time out to attend it, put your work aside and enjoy the festivities.")（“为庆祝纪念日的到来，特此准备了一场盛会，时间地点如下。请拨冗莅临，暂且放下工作，享受这一日的喧嚣。”）

("See you there!")（“不见不散。”）

Klukai...………………

KlukaiWhat the... honestly...什、什么呀，真是……

Klukai"Your accomplishments are evident to all," like I needed you to say that.“你的功绩有目共睹”，这种话还用得着他说。

(Klukai is muttering darkly under her breath, but her lips are turned up in a smile.)（可露凯低声抱怨着，唇角却情不自禁地上扬。）

Klukai"The most hardworking and reliable warrior", you say?“最勤勉、最可靠的战士”吗？

KlukaiSo that's what you think of me, even though I'm no longer the strongest?即使不是最强的那一个，他也还是愿意给我这样的评价啊。

KlukaiMeh, it's true. I do deserve such recognition, after all.嗯，也是，我当然配得上这样的肯定。

(Klukai walks to her bed and buries her bright red face in the pillow.)（可露凯走到床边，将通红的脸埋进枕头。）

KlukaiStill, there are many Dolls on the Elmo now, and everyone's done a good job too.不过现在艾莫号上的人形这么多，大家也都做得很好。

KlukaiSo when he praises me like this, isn't that just blatant favoritism?这样夸我，算不算是明目张胆地偏爱呢？

(Klukai can't think of an answer.)（可露凯想不出答案。）

(Klukai kicks her legs restlessly. Her heart sways like willow branches in spring, and she can't help thinking of a certain someone.)（焦躁的可露凯无意识地晃起小腿。心绪纷乱摇摆如春日柳枝，晃动中全是某个人的影子。）

MechtyKlukai... save me... please...可露凯……救……救我……

MechtyUwah... What did I do this time? Why did you elbow me all of a sudden...唔呜……我又做错了什么？为什么突然肘击我……

KlukaiSorry, for kicking you by accident. Oh yes, that was a kick, not an elbow hit.不好意思，这次是无意中踢到的，不是肘击。

KlukaiHow long have you been here?你什么时候出现的？

MechtyI just came, your door was unlocked...刚来，你的门没锁……

MechtyWere you doing something? I haven't heard you sound so panicked in a while.你在走神吗？很久没听你发出这么惊慌的声音了。

KlukaiQuiet, you. How did you manage to mistake my feet for an elbow? Are your visual modules defective?多、多嘴。能把我的腿当成手肘，你的视觉模块怎么了？

KlukaiAlso, what's this helmet you're wearing?还有，你头上这个头盔是怎么回事？

MechtySo it's a helmet... Help me, I can't take it off.原来这是个头盔啊……救救我，我摘不下来。

KlukaiWhat do you mean "you can't take it off"?什么是“摘不下来”？

MechtyI think it's broken.它好像出故障了。

Mechty(Putting it on forces you into a simulation and now I can't see what's going on around me...)戴着这个会强制接入它的模拟情景，现在我看不见现实里的情况……

MechtyFortunately I'm already used to going to your room with my eyes closed, otherwise you wouldn't be talking to me right now.幸好我已经习惯闭着眼去你房间了，否则你还见不到我呢。

KlukaiI for one would prefer you to keep your eyes open.我倒是希望你平时眼睛睁大点。

KlukaiSo, what do you need me to do?所以，你想要我干嘛？

MechtyCan you connect to the scenario too?你能同步接入过来吗？

MechtyIt seems I need to clear a bunch of simulated battles before the helmet will allow me to take it off. I keep getting errors when I try to log out.好像要通关一些模拟战斗之后才能摘下头盔，我试着退出时一直报错。

MechtyWhat is this, some kind of "Tower of Doll" scenario?这是什么“是人形就通关99层”的游戏房间吗？

KlukaiIn any case, all I need to do is help you clear it, right?总之，帮你通关就行了吧？

(Klukai glances at the letter beside her bed, the one that set her heart aflutter.)（可露凯看向床边那封扰乱她心绪的邀请信。）

(There are 46 hours left until the stated time on the invitation.)（距离邀请信上的约会时间只剩下46小时。）

KlukaiI mustn't let anything get between me and him.绝对，不能让任何事，有机会干扰我和他。

Mechty...Huh? Did you say something, Klukai?……嗯？可露凯，你在嘀咕什么？

MechtyThis stupid helmet is making it really hard for me to hear things, I couldn't make out what you said just now...我的耳朵被头盔罩住了，采集到的声音有点发闷……

KlukaiIt's nothing.没什么。

KlukaiGet ready, Mechty. We're beginning simulation mode now.准备好，米什缇，现在开始模拟战斗。

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MechtyThank God... I'm saved... Zzzzzz...得、得救了……呼……

KlukaiOi, wake up. I have some questions for you.先别睡，我有点在意。

KlukaiHow did you end up putting that helmet on anyway? You never told me.你还没有告诉我，你是怎么戴上的头盔？

MechtyHuh. How DID I put it on...是啊，怎么戴上的。

KlukaiTsk.啧。

Mechty...Quit hitting me... owwww, that hurts...……别打……呜呼，痛……

MechtyI'm not some antique desktop computer, you can't just kick me and expect that to fix every—我又不是那种古董台式计算机，不好使的时候踢一脚就能……

MechtyOh wait, I remember now.啊，想起来了。

MechtyThis morning, Vector and I were recharging in the Rec Room and I noticed that Mityl gave this to Vector.早上我和维克托在娱乐室恢复能量，这个东西，是米蒂尔给维克托的。

Mechty...There, uh, there was another one just like it. I stuffed it into my pillowcase. It was for Ruchey, I think.……还、还有一个同款，我塞进枕头包里了，是给乌琪的。

KlukaiIf I'm not wrong, Vector and Ruchey are on a mission today.我没记错的话，维克托和乌琪今天有任务吧。

KlukaiI'm pretty sure they're more than 100 km away by now.现在她们应该已经在一百公里之外了。

MechtyYeah, Vector said she needed some quiet time and that she'd look at the helmet later.嗯，维克托说需要静静，晚点再看。

MechtyBefore she left, she asked me to send the helmets back to their rooms...出发之前，她好像拜托我把它们送回她的休息室来着……

KlukaiBut you were so conked out from sleepiness that you ended up putting it on instead?但你睡傻了，随手给自己戴上了？

MechtyErrr... uh.... Zzzzzz...咦呃……唔……呼呼zzZ……

KlukaiDon't think you can get out of this by pretending to fall asleep.装睡是解决不了问题的。

(Klukai turns on her communicator and tries to contact Mityl.)（可露凯打开通讯终端，向米蒂尔发送通讯请求。）

(There is no response.)（无回应。）

KlukaiShe's probably busy. In any case, we still need to get those items into the hands of their rightful owners.大概是在忙。不管怎么说，这东西还是要交到合适的人手里。

KlukaiGo look for Welrod. Team B only needs two Dolls for its current mission, so she and Harpsy will have stayed behind.去找维尔德吧。二队这次任务只需要两名人形，她和哈卜茜留守了。

MechtyYou should go... I'm tired... that sim battle was really draining...你去吧……我……打完模拟战好累哦……

Mechty...Let me sleep on your bed for a bit...……借你的床躺会儿……

KlukaiNo, get up.不，你起来。

KlukaiIt's time you practiced your communication skills, Mechty.米什缇也差不多该锻炼一下沟通能力了。

KlukaiIt's one thing to sleep in the middle of a battle, but at the very least you should contribute a little when contacting the Commander and the other squads.战斗的时候睡觉就算了，至少联络指挥官和其他小队的时候，做出点贡献吧。

KlukaiYou'll go explain the situation this time. Treat it as a form of practice.这次就当是练习，由你去交代情况。

Mechty...Me?……我吗？

KlukaiIf you can't even manage that, you won't be sleeping for the rest of the month. You can prepare yourself for 30 full days of 24/7 extra training.要是连这个都做不好，你下个月就别睡觉了，做好持续30天的24小时加训准备。

Mechty...Nooooo, don't...……不、不要啊……

(As she watches the absent-minded Mechty wander out of the room, Klukai glances at that intricate letter again.)（目送着魂不守舍的米什缇飘出房间，可露凯忍不住又看了一眼那封精致的信件。）

KlukaiIt's almost time. I still have a lot of preparations to make that day perfect.时间不多了，为了完美的那一天，我也还有很多准备要做。

Unto the Radiance · 6 瑞骋迎春至·6

KuroHah! Poor little Mityl, you probably don't know, but...哈！我可怜的小米蒂尔，怕不是现在还不知道……

KuroThe excitement isn't just limited to what you see.热火朝天的岂止是台前呢。

KuroHeeheeheehee, this is fun! More fun than I expected!嘻嘻嘻嘻嘻，有趣！比预想中更有趣！

KlukaiYes, the veil, the beaded clasps and the dress are all perfect.嗯，头纱、珠扣、裙摆，都很完美。

KlukaiIt was a wise decision to pack it in a shipping container to keep it from getting dirty during transportation.为了避免途中沾灰，特意用了运输箱，真是明智的决定。

(The truck takes five minutes to drive itself to its destination.)（运输车自动巡航到目的地花费了五分钟。）

(During these 300 seconds, Klukai carefully inspects the dress she prepared for the date once again. Her hands, calloused from years of operating firearms, gently caress its fabric with an uncharacteristic softness. She can't help but smile at the sensation.)（在这300秒之间，可露凯谨慎地再次确认了特意为约会准备的衣饰。习惯于握枪的手抚过裙纱，是少有的轻柔，唇角也不自觉地带了笑。）

KlukaiI hardly ever dress up like this. I wonder if he'll be able to get used to it.我难得这样盛装打扮，不知道他会不会看不习惯。

KlukaiHeh, he might not be able to take his eyes off me.呵，说不定到时候眼睛都移不开呢。

(The truck stops. The sound of Dolls making a ruckus comes from outside the tightly-shut door. Klukai frowns.)（车停了。紧闭的厢门之外，传来人形们的喧闹声。可露凯微微挑起眉。）

KlukaiWhat's all this noise? I thought this was going to be a small anniversary ceremony. Did he invite guests?这么热闹？只是一个小小的纪念日仪式，他还邀请了宾客吗？

MitylUnbelievable! This is a once-in-a-century event!百年难遇！这是百年难遇的巧合！

MitylWho would have thought our contestants would ALL reach the finishing line at the same time? It's enough to make the audience's visual modules pop out of their sockets!谁能想到，我们的几位选手居然在同一时间抵达了终点，真是要惊掉观众朋友们的视觉模块呢！

MitylFortunately, the competition committee was well prepared. That's right, it doesn't matter if everyone's a winner, because we've got enough trophies to go around! Members of the audience, please put your hands together for our contestants' victory!幸好我们料事如神的赛委会早有准备，没错，就算在场的诸位都是冠军也没关系，我们批发了足够的奖杯。在场的观众，请一起为选手们的成功欢呼吧！

(This completely unexpected commentary makes Klukai freeze in place. Her mind flashes back to the desk in the ops room, and that letter which had arrived just in time.)（完全出乎意料的解说声让可露凯定在原地，心智中飞快闪过那一天的指挥室办公桌，那一封来得正巧的信件。）

(Her soaring spirits are immediately shot down by the clamor beyond the door. As the doubts multiply in her heart, she grows more and more dejected.)（她已然雀跃到半空的心似乎突然被门外的喧嚣击坠，随着种种疑点越发清晰而委顿不振。）

(Klukai stares blankly into nothingness. It's like she's watching a clear and pure bubble slowly rise up, and just as it reaches the apex of its ascent—it vanishes with a "pop".)（可露凯无神的眼睛望向虚空。她好像看见一枚纯净清透的泡泡慢慢地上浮，悬停在最叫人抓心挠肺的观测点上，然后——“啪”地一下，消亡得无影无踪。）

MitylAll right! It's time for the prize presentation that everyone's been waiting for!好啦！最后就到了大家期待的颁奖环节啦！

MitylLet's give a warm round of applause to our special guest who'll be presenting the award, the most hardworking and reliable man on the Elmo—让我们用最热烈的掌声欢迎颁奖嘉宾，艾莫号最勤勉、最可靠的——

MitylThe Commander!指挥官！

(Amplified by the speakers, the announcer's voice easily pierces the walls of the truck and echoes inside Klukai's ears. Meanwhile, the automatic truck cabin doors slowly open.)（主持人的声音经过场地音响的放大，轻而易举地穿透了运输车厢门的阻隔，清晰地回荡在可露凯的耳畔。与此同时，自动厢门缓缓开启。）

KlukaiOh, I see.原来是这样啊。

KlukaiI was wrong from the start. I shouldn't have been here at all.我从一开始就会错了意。现在的我，根本就不该在这里。

KlukaiIt's all my fault for being presumptuous and accepting an invitation which should have been the Commander's.全都是我一头热、自以为是，错接下本属于指挥官的邀请。

KlukaiNot only did I not ease the Commander's burdens, but he must be finding this situation quite troublesome now.不仅没能为指挥官分忧，现在的他应该会觉得这个情况很麻烦吧。

KlukaiHonestly... I...我……真是……

(Klukai rounds her shoulders in dejection.)（可露凯消沉地垂下了双肩。）

(She slowly walks out of the truck, but she has no intention of going up on stage. She doesn't even take a look at her perfect dress.)（她一步一步地走出运输车厢，却并没有要上台的打算，甚至再没有看一眼她完美的纱裙。）

(Then, she hears a notification; it's the message alert tone reserved for the Commander. Klukai reflexively checks it ASAP.)（一条消息通知忽然弹出，是指挥官的专属通知音。可露凯顿了顿，本能地第一时间调出消息查看。）

("Klukai, I'm back on the Elmo. The talks with the brokers went well and it won't affect our original plan. Thing is, I found the letter I wrote to you while tidying up my desk. Did you not take it?")（“可露凯，我回到艾莫号了。暗商那边很顺利，不会影响到我们原定的计划。不过，整理办公桌时忽然发现，你还没有取走我的手写信吗？”）

(A blurry photo is attached to it. It's been taken quite sloppily, but it's plain to see that it's a very long letter. The picture isn't clear enough for Klukai to make out the densely-packed lines of text, but the length alone clearly exceeds what was written in that exquisite but brief invitation. The wordcount is 10... no, 20 times what was in the letter she read!)（附件是一张有些模糊的照片，拍摄者十分随意，但仍能看出那封信件很长。照片清晰度并不足以让可露凯看清那一行行飞扬的文字，但光是长度就足以超越另一封精致而简短的邀请信。远超十倍，不……二十倍的字数！）

("Where did you go? If I'm not wrong, you don't have any missions scheduled for today, right? Once you're done, please remember to come by the ops room and I'll give it to you personally.")（“你去哪里了？我记得你今天没有任务啊。忙完之后，记得来指挥室，我亲手给你吧。”）

KlukaiSeriously... You're such a dork.真是的，那个笨蛋。

KlukaiThat photo of yours is so blurry I can't make anything out.照片拍得这么模糊，根本看不清写了什么。

KlukaiDid you have so much to say to me? As I thought, you can't do anything without my help.有这么多话要向我倾诉吗？果然没我不行啊。

KlukaiDon't tell me that white blob in the back was the envelope containing your letter? Who would have noticed something that plain? Now you've made a mess of things...背景那团白色的该不会就是信封吧，谁会注意这么朴素的包装。害得局面变成现在这样……

MitylEh? Ehhhh? Where's the Commander? Why isn't anyone coming up on stage?咦？咦？指挥官呢？为什么没有人上台？

MitylUh, let's do it again!再、再来一遍！

MitylClap louder, everyone! Let's give a warm welcome toooo—the Commander!大家的掌声再热烈一点吧，让我们一起欢迎——指挥官！

KlukaiI can't just leave like this.不能就这样一走了之。

KlukaiSince things have turned out this way, I'll just have to take responsibility for what's happened.事已至此，担负起责任吧。

(Klukai gradually calms down.)（可露凯逐渐冷静下来。）

KlukaiAnd at the very least, I'll be able to put this dress to use.也好，这件礼服还能用得上。

SoppoEhhhhh? K-Klukai? What are you doing here?诶？诶？！可露凯，怎么是你？

MitylKlukai? But where's the Commander? What did you do to our Commander?可露凯？指挥官呢？你把我们的指挥官变到哪里去了？

WelrodKlukai, you saw it all, right? Team B won the prize, so that counts as clearing the assessment, doesn't it?可露凯，你全都看见了吧？二队得到了奖项，按照约定，算是考核通过了对吗？

BalthildeI'm going back with Lotta. She almost bluescreened from the number of people looking at her on stage.我要带洛塔先回去。站在这个台子上，洛塔承受的视线太多，已经紧张得宕机了。

KlukaiSorry, everyone. There was a problem with the invitation and the Commander couldn't make it.抱歉各位，邀请函出了点意外，指挥官暂时赶不过来。

KlukaiSimply put, it was all my fault.具体情况说来话长，可以确定的是这全都是我的责任。

KlukaiSince we need someone to present the prize, please allow me to fill in for the Commander.如果这个颁奖必须要有一名颁奖嘉宾，就让我暂代指挥官完成这个任务吧。

SoppoThen what about being adjutant for a day? Does that count?那一日副官的奖励呢？还算数吗？

SoppoYou can't be the Commander! I want the Commander! I want the Commander—你怎么替代得了指挥官啦，我想要指挥官，我要指挥官来嘛——

SoppoLet go of me! This woman must have kidnapped the Commander, that's why he isn't here!放开我！指挥官没有来，一定是被这个女人藏起来了啊！

SoppoShe stole my Commander, she stole my Adjutant for a Day reward! That's what happened, I'm sure!我的指挥官，我的一日副官奖励，全都被她偷走独占了，一定是这样的。

SoppoYou might be a friend, but I can't accept this! Taste my Fist of the Soppo Star, Klukai! Yeeart—就算是同伴我也不能接受这样，可露凯吃我一拳！嗬呀——

RobellaI can't hold her back anymore!我要拉不住了！

RobellaLook out, Klukai!可露凯，小心。

MitylA-ahem! Due to, er, unforeseen circumstances, the prize presentation ceremony has suddenly turned into a prizefight.哎、哎呀！由、由于一些意外情况，颁奖嘉宾忽然变成打擂嘉宾了。

MitylPlease, uh, please enjoy this sudden death overtime match—a friendly spar between Soppo the winner and Klukai the challenger!请、请欣赏突发的加时赛——优胜者索普与挑战者可露凯之间的友谊战！

MitylIt IS going to be a friendly match, right? Please control yourselves, ladies; the props are rented and there's a fine for breaking them!是友谊战吧？两位可千万要保持克制，颁奖台道具是租的，弄坏了有罚金呀！

Binding Promise Ⅰ 缠束的誓约·Ⅰ

KlukaiSorry to bother you, Commander, but are you free at the moment? I want to talk to you about the... mission that I mentioned earlier.打扰了指挥官，你现在方便吗？我想和你谈谈之前提到的……任务。

CommanderSure, but why didn't you bring it up earlier? Is it some kind of secret mission?可以倒是可以。不过为什么刚才不聊一定要私下去说？难道是什么机密任务吗？

Klukai...Right on the mark. It's about a secret mission entrusted to 404, so the less people know, the better.……对，您猜得没错，就是机密任务。是404小队的专属任务，所以希望了解的人越少越好。

CommanderIf that's the case, I'll go get Mechty and the others to gather... Uh, Klukai, I won't be able to move if you grab on to my clothes this tightly.既然是这样的话那我去把米什缇她们叫来……可露凯，你抓着我的衣服我没办法移动啊。

KlukaiWell, there's no need to tell them about this. Let's keep this matter between us.我的意思是这件事不用通知她们，我们之间知道就好了。

KlukaiBecause... we don't have a set plan yet. We should confirm and set some details in stone so that they aren't told things that may not be true later.因为……因为计划的详细还没有制定，为避免信息错误传达，所以还是应该先由我们商量确定下来之后再告诉她们。

CommanderI see, as expected of you, Klukai. You're definitely showing the thoughtful meticulousness that befits your title as 404's leader.原来如此，不愧是可露凯，作为404小队的队长思考得还真是周到啊。

CommanderSo, what is this secret mission all about?那么，这个机密任务具体是要做些什么呢？

KlukaiAh, so... To start off, let me measure your ring size.也是呢……首先，先来让我量一下指挥官手寸吧。

CommanderMy ring size? ...Hold on. Are you sure this is a normal mission? Why does it involve my fingers?手寸？……等一下，你确定这个任务没有问题吗？为什么还牵扯到我啊？

KlukaiI don't know the specific reasons, but I can confirm that this is a crucial part of the mission.详细的情况我也不知道，但我确定这是任务的必要环节。

KlukaiUm... So, what is your opinion on this, Commander?嗯……关于这点，指挥官您是怎么想的？

CommanderSince it's confirmed that my fingers have to be measured as part of the mission... I'm guessing that the end result is the creation of a throwing weapon that involves pulling a safety pin.既然可露凯都这么肯定了……依照我的推测，可能是需要制作拉环式的投掷武器吧。

CommanderTo put it simply, it's probably something like a hand grenade... What do you think of my reasoning, Klukai? Wait. Your face is scrunching up, Klukai. Are you angry?简单来说就是和手榴弹类似的东西……这推理如何呀。奇怪，可露凯的脸怎么突然黑了？难道生气了吗？

KlukaiI'm not angry.没有生气。

CommanderBut this is exactly what you look like when you're really angry.不对你这明明就是十分生气的状态吧？

KlukaiNo. You're mistaken. I'm just discussing the details of a mission with you in a normal state.不，是您看错了，我只是在正常地和您谈论任务而已。

KlukaiAs for the weapon with a safety pin that you mentioned... My guess is the same as yours.至于您所说的拉环武器……没错，我也是这么推断的。

KlukaiThe client probably wants to custom-order some kind of throwing weapon for you, but was worried that your finger might get stuck in the safety pin at an important moment. This might be why they asked me to measure your ring size beforehand.对方大概是想专门制作一种投掷武器，但是怕您关键时刻手指卡住，所以才提前在任务中叮嘱我来测量吧。

CommanderI understand the logic... but why do I feel an intimidating aura from you... and that's quite the stern stare you're giving me, Klukai.道理我都懂……但是可露凯怎么感觉身上溢出了杀气……还有你的眼神好锐利啊。

KlukaiIt must be your imagination. Okay, give me your left hand. I'll measure it for you.那是您的错觉。来，把左手伸出来，我来帮您测量。

(After some measuring...)（一番测量过后。）

KlukaiData collection complete. I see... Your fingers are much thicker than mine, Commander.……原来如此，详细的数据我记录下来了。指挥官的手寸比我的要大得多啊。

CommanderI'm a human, after all. In addition, I've spent a long time working in combat-related fields, so I'm not surprised that they might be thicker than that of Dolls.毕竟是人类，再加上长时间的战地工作，和人形比起来确实是粗了点。

(I take Klukai's hand and interlock our fingers together for comparison.)（我牵起可露凯的手，十指相扣进行比对。）

KlukaiAh—C-Commander...啊——指，指挥官……

CommanderSee? My hands look much bigger than yours if we compare them like this.你看，这么一对比的话是不是显得我的手大了很多？

Klukai...You're right. However, I hope that you'll choose an appropriate occasion the next time you want to hold my hand.……确实是这样没错。不过，下次我希望指挥官在更合适的时机牵起我的手。

KlukaiI'll head back to submit the data. Once I receive a reply, I'll notify you of our next steps.我先回去汇报数据了。任务的下一步，等有了反馈之后我再联系您。

Binding Promise Ⅱ 缠束的誓约·Ⅱ

KlukaiCommander, I've received instructions for the next part of our mission. I'll need your help again.指挥官，任务的下一个指示出来了，依然需要你这边进行协助。

CommanderNo problem... Speaking of which, did we get any feedback from the client after you submitted the measurements?这倒是没什么问题……话说，上一次测量的结果怎么样了？任务的委托方有什么反馈？

KlukaiThey didn't bring up that topic, so I'm in the dark as much as you are.这方面对方还没有联络我，详细的情况我也不知道。

CommanderWhat a pity. I was planning to ask what kind of throwing weapon they were going to make. Guess my curiosity won't be sated after all.真可惜。我本来还想问问是什么类型的投掷武器的，稍微有点好奇。

Commander...What's wrong, Klukai? Did I say something wrong?……怎么了可露凯，是我说错什么了吗？

Klukai...No. I was just thinking that a Commander should behave like one, so you should put your interest in the weapon aside and focus on the mission.……没有。我只是觉得指挥官应该有指挥官的样子，对武器感兴趣什么的和任务无关才对。

Commander...Yeah, you're right.……是，您说的很对。

KlukaiWe should prioritize the mission. Have a look at these pictures, Commander. Give me your honest opinion on them once you're done looking.我们还是优先专注在任务上。指挥官，你看下这组图片，然后真实地告诉我你的感想。

CommanderThese? These pictures seem to depict various types of rings... Klukai, are you sure this is normal?这个？这看上去像是戒指的款式……可露凯，你确定任务真的没问题吗？

KlukaiYou seem to be misunderstanding something, Commander. These are all usual procedures that we go through during our missions.您好像有些误解，指挥官。这些都是任务的正常流程。

KlukaiI wasn't showing you pictures of rings. Those are actually safety pins of different styles, all used on throwing weapons.您刚刚看到的也不是什么戒指，是投掷武器的拉环样式。

Commander...Isn't that weirder? Why are we spending time picking types of safety pins for the client?……那不是更奇怪了吗？为什么要花时间去选择拉环的样式？

KlukaiI'm only interested in completing the mission, so I won't dig into such specific details.我也只是执行任务。详细的事情，我不会去过多追问的。

KlukaiBut if you want to clear up any doubts, I'll ask you some questions, and you can answer them.既然指挥官有疑问的话，那就由我来提问，您回答即可。

CommanderCan I confirm what we're supposed to do for this mission again?我可以确认一下任务的内容吗？

KlukaiWhat do you like more, golden ri... ahem, golden safety pins, or silver safety pins?金色和银色的戒……咳，金色和银色的拉环，您更喜欢哪一种？

CommanderSilver, I guess... It feels more low-profile.银色的吧……比较低调一些。

KlukaiI see. Do you wear jewelry on a regular basis?那么，您会有平时佩戴饰品的打算吗？

CommanderThat would affect my work, so I usually don't...会影响到工作和任务，所以大部分时间不会进行佩戴……

Klukai...We won't be able to proceed if that's the case.…………这样的话，没办法推进下去了啊。

Commander...But if someone really wants me to, I'll still wear them during downtime.……但是如果有人强烈要求的话，我还是会佩戴的，虽然只能私下里。

CommanderOutside of that, I'll only be able to use it as a subtle adornment. I'd attach a chain to it and wear it as a necklace.更多的时候只能把它当作装饰，穿根绳子佩戴在脖子上。

KlukaiThat's acceptable. I don't want it to end up as an unworn display piece after all that effort...那样的话还能接受，绕了一大圈子我也不希望它只是个摆件……

CommanderHuh? What did you say, Klukai?嗯？可露凯你说了什么吗？

Klukai...Nothing. Anyway, let's continue with the Q&A.……请不要在意。来吧指挥官，让我们继续开始问询吧。

(And so, Klukai asks me a lot of questions, and I answer them all. The sun had already set by the time she leaves, satisfied.)（就这样，回答了可露凯很多很多的问题，等到她满意离开时天已经黑了。）

Binding Promise Ⅲ 缠束的誓约·Ⅲ

KlukaiDo you like receiving gifts, Commander?指挥官，会喜欢别人赠送的礼物吗？

CommanderI'm pretty sure everyone likes gifts, but why ask me that all of a sudden...?收到礼物这件事应该谁都喜欢吧？不过，为什么突然问我这个……

CommanderCould this be... the continuation of the mission you spoke about before?难道说……还是之前所说的任务的后续？

Klukai...It's good that you're quick on the uptake. Saves me from any unnecessary explanations.……您能理解得这么快真是太好了，避免了我做不必要的解释。

KlukaiAnyway, let's get back on topic. If you were to receive an expensive gift, when and where would you like to receive such things?回到正题。如果收到一份贵重的礼物的话，指挥官希望在怎样的环境中收到呢？

CommanderYou haven't given me much to work with... could you elaborate? For example, perhaps you could specify the person giving me the gift.这个描述还是太简洁了……能说得再详细一点吗？比如说，这个礼物是谁送的？

Klukai...Just pretend that she's the most important person in your life. She's going to express her feelings for you, which is the reason for this gift.……您就把她当成是您最重要的人就行了。她想要向你表达自己的感情，所以才会想要送你礼物。

KlukaiWith that in mind, where would you like to receive such an important gift?建立在这样的一种假设下，您希望在哪里收到这份贵重的礼物？

KlukaiOn the battlefield where you've fought alongside each other? Or in an elegantly furnished hotel?在他们一起战斗过的战场？还是在装修典雅的饭店？

KlukaiPlease treat this as if it's a serious matter, so give me a serious answer.请把它当作是很重要的事情，不要糊弄而是认真回答。

CommanderHonestly, I'm not big on formalities, so anywhere is fine to me.对我来说，其实在哪里都可以，我本身并不是很拘泥于形式的人。

Klukai...But this is an important, once-in-a-lifetime event. Don't you want to treat it with the specialness it deserves?……可这是很重要，一生只有一次的事情。您不想特殊对待吗？

(Klukai puts so much strength into her hands such that they start trembling. I notice and smile in response, taking her hands into mine to reassure her.)（可露凯的手因为用力而颤抖。见状，我微笑着牵起她的手予以安慰。）

CommanderThe price of the gift... the motions we go through just to give a gift... none of it is important.礼物的贵重也好，送礼物的环节也好……其实都没有那么重要。

CommanderTo me, I'm happy enough to know that someone important to me wants to give me a gift.对我来说，那位重要之人有这份心意就很开心了。

Klukai...Oh, is that so? I see. It's true that you're not the type to care about these things.……是吗，那我知道了。也是啊，您不是那种会在意这些的人。

KlukaiIt's just that... I've been sharing your curiosity towards the nature of this mission, which is why I wanted to ask you a few things.我也只是对……对任务产生了疑惑，所以才会来问你的。

CommanderMmhmm. But back to your question... I'd choose to receive my gift away from the crowd. Somewhere secluded.嗯。不过尽可能的话……还是选在人少一点的地方吧？

Commander...What's wrong, Klukai? You seem to be angry again.……怎么了可露凯？为什么感觉你又生气了？

(She suddenly steps forward, grabs me by my collar and pulls me close.)（她突然上前，伸出手抓住我的衣服把距离拉近。）

KlukaiIs receiving a gift something so embarrassing that you want to do it away from everyone else? Shouldn't it be the opposite?收到礼物是有什么见不得人的事情吗？我觉得应该让所有人都知道才对吧？

KlukaiOr are you afraid of receiving gifts because you feel that it would create a number of misunderstandings?还是说，指挥官您是害怕收到礼物，害怕会引起其他人的误会吗？

CommanderThat's not the case, it's just that I'm...并非如此，是我这边的问题……

CommanderI'm just scared that I'll start blushing whenever I receive any gifts. If there's too many people around, I get too shy to even say anything...我害怕在收到礼物的时候自己会脸红，如果人一多的话，很多话就不好说了……

KlukaiI... will accept this answer.……这，这样的答案姑且还能接受。

KlukaiBut... Commander, are you really the type who blushes at a gift?可是，指挥官，会害羞吗？

CommanderIf my guess of how this mission will end is correct, I probably will, I think?虽然只是我的猜测，但我已经预见到这个任务进行到最后时，我大概会吧？

KlukaiThen... can I... still continue working on this mission?那……这个任务，我可以继续下去吗？

Commander...Please do.……继续吧。

KlukaiMm. Please look forward to the results, Commander.——嗯，那就请你敬请期待，指挥官。

Binding Promise Ⅳ 缠束的誓约·Ⅳ

Klukai...Commander.……指挥官。

CommanderKlukai.可露凯。

KlukaiI have a gift for you.这个礼物，给你。

(Klukai takes out a small box and opens it, revealing a ring inside. It must be quite valuable, since it was packaged in such a fine box.)（可露凯从身后拿出一个方正的小盒，打开后露出其中的戒指。单从它精美的包装来看，里面的东西必然价值不菲。）

KlukaiThis is the... result of our mission.这就是我之前说的……任务的内容。

CommanderSo the goal was to gift me a ring after all... Did we go through the trouble of running around in circles just to do this?果然是想送我戒指啊……兜兜转转一大圈，都是为了实现这个目的啊。

KlukaiThings wouldn't have gone this well if I told you everything from the start.如果一开始就说出来的话，计划是不会那么顺利的。

KlukaiI know what kind of person you are and what it means to get you to promise something.我了解你的性格，也知道让你做出承诺到底意味着什么。

KlukaiI devised this plan after much thinking on my part. Since you're not being forward, I'll take the initiative to express my feelings instead.思考良久后，我制定了这个计划。既然你不主动的话，那就由我来表达内心的情感。

KlukaiI want to make up for the time we lost. We'll never get back the time we spent apart, but we can still create new memories together.我想弥补过去错失的遗憾。即使那些时间无法挽回，但从现在开始还能创造新的回忆。

KlukaiCommander, you always have so many people on your mind, trying to take care of them all. You leave many things unsaid and hide so much within your heart. And thus, I've mentally prepared myself to face the possibility that you might leave us again.指挥官你一直担心着很多人，很多事，很多想法都藏在心里。所以，我也做好了再一次让指挥官逃走的心理准备。

KlukaiEven if I have to force you, I must put this ring on your finger...!这一次就算是强行的也好，我也要把这枚戒指佩戴在你的手上……！

KlukaiCommander... what's inside that box that you're holding?指挥官……你手里的那个盒子是什么？

(I scratch my head as a show of embarrassment and help Klukai wear the ring I prepared.)（我挠了挠头，不好意思地将手中的戒指戴在可露凯的手上。）

CommanderIt's the ring I chose for you, of course... Still, if you keep staring at me like that, I'll actually start blushing.是我为你选择的戒指啊……不过，被你这么盯着看还怪不好意思的。

CommanderYou're such a bad liar, Klukai. I saw right through you the first time you brought up this mission of yours.可露凯说谎的能力还真烂啊。早在最开始的时候，我就已经知道了你的想法。

CommanderBut I went along with the flow because you were taking it so seriously. Meanwhile, I made sure to prepare an appropriate response. After all, I can't just sit here and be on the defense all the time, can I?不过看着你一本正经这么认真的样子，就顺势配合着你进行了下来，不过我这边也会做好应对，毕竟不能只是被动承受攻击嘛？

CommanderAnyway, rings are expensive, aren't they...? I spent more than I thought trying to custom-order a ring that matches the one you prepared for me.不得不说戒指还真的是贵啊……要做到可露凯一样的款式没想到花了那么多钱。

CommanderStill, that cute expression on your face makes this all worth it.不过，能在现在拿出来，看到你可爱的表情也算是值得了。

KlukaiThis... is a ring for me...? It's for me, Commander?这是指挥官给我的……？给我的，戒指？

Commander...What's wrong, Klukai? Why do you look like you're about to cry?……怎么了可露凯？为什么感觉你一副要哭出来的样子？

Klukai...You must be mistaken, Commander. I'm the leader of 404. I don't cry that easily.……那是您的错觉，指挥官。身为404小队的队长，我可不会轻易在人前落泪。

CommanderHeh, now that's the elite Doll Klukai that I know.嗯，这才是我认识的精英人形可露凯啊。

KlukaiIt's just that I didn't expect for you to... because, you've already given me so much... The more I receive from you, the greedier I get.我只是没有想到……因为，从指挥官那里我已经得到了很多宝贵的东西……可是，得到的越多，我却变得更加贪心。

KlukaiYou're always surrounded by so many people. Even though we've already established an Oath together... I still want to be closer to you than anyone else and become your one and only...因为指挥官身边总是环绕着大家，即使进行了铭契也好……我依然想要更近一步，成为指挥官的唯一……

KlukaiWhen you gave me this ring, I felt... so happy... but at the same time, I felt scared.真的得到指挥官的戒指后，只是觉得，好开心……但是，也很害怕。

CommanderYou felt scared?害怕？

KlukaiIs there an even greater level of happiness? Or does it end here? When I thought of that, I didn't dare to think further. When I realized that I was receiving a ring that belonged to me and me alone, the moment overwhelmed me so much that my neural cloud felt like it was going to melt.我真的可以，更加幸福么？一想到这里，就不敢再往前了，从指挥官那里得到“属于我的”戒指，这一瞬的觉悟，就好像要将心智烧毁一般。

CommanderKlukai...可露凯……

KlukaiI'm at my limit... I can't think anymore... My mind is capable of perfectly processing any number of parallel data streams, so why do I feel that it's so full that it can no longer fit anything that isn't about you?已经不行了，没办法思考……就算再多并行数据都能完美处理的我的脑海里，已经装不下指挥官之外的东西了。

Klukai...What are your plans for today and tomorrow, Commander?……指挥官，你今天和明天有什么计划吗？

CommanderNothing much for now. I only have some wrap up work to do here and there...不，暂时没什么工作，就只剩一些基本的工作要处理……

KlukaiI'll take care of it for you. Give me the rest of your time for today and tomorrow.那我会帮你处理的，之后把你的时间全部都交给我。

CommanderW-Wait a minute, Klukai! What do you mean by that?等、等一下可露凯！时间都交给你是什么意思？

KlukaiExactly what I said. I want to monopolize you, Commander.就是字面的含义，我想要独占指挥官，独占唯一的你。

KlukaiThe pent-up feelings I had for you over the past decade... The feelings that welled up because of your actions just now... I'll spend the next two days telling you exactly how I feel about you.这些年没有表达的情感，还有刚刚涌现出来的情感，我要在这两天全部告诉你。

KlukaiPrepare yourself, Commander... Your mission has only just begun...做好准备吧指挥官，您的任务才刚刚开始呢……

Collection Overview 1 收藏展示1

KlukaiCommander, there's a few things that I'd like to confirm with you.指挥官，有些事情我想要和你确认。

KlukaiI'll need you to answer some questions I have... Treat it with the seriousness you would have for a mission.需要你配合回答一些问题……你可以把它当作和任务相关认真对待。

KlukaiSo... are you free to do that at the moment?所以，你现在有空吗？

Use {0}消耗{0}

Sorry to bother you...打扰了…

KlukaiAlright. Wait for me, I'll be right back.好，那等我一会，我马上回来。

KlukaiIt's about something important, so I want your full attention and seriousness for it. I'll wait till you're free.因为是很重要的事情，所以我希望你认真回答。既然这样，那等你不忙了再说。

Kitchen Chat 1 厨房闲谈1

KlukaiI won't let anyone outdo myself, even if it's just cooking.指挥官，就算是料理，我也是不会输给任何人的。

A mellow richness lingers between the lips and teeth, its rapturous aftertaste long and enduring.醇厚的滋味在唇齿间缱绻，幸福的余韵悠长，经久不散。

CommanderEvery mouthful tastes like bliss.每一口都是幸福的味道。

KlukaiThe perfect result that stems from my meticulous research and calculation. How does it taste?这是经过我精心计算和认真钻研的完美成果，尝起来怎么样？

As expected of an elite Doll!不愧是精英人形！

Absolutely delicious!非常美味！

CommanderIs this what an elite's cooking tastes like?这就是精英的味道吗？

KlukaiAnd now you know, that I'm all you need.这下，你应该知道了，谁才是你最佳的选择。

CommanderFull marks!满分！！

CommanderI'm at a loss of words to describe how good this is... So this is perfection.美味到难以形容……原来这就是完美的菜品。

The deep aroma coils around the tongue, wrapping me in a cloud of tenderness.浓郁的香气萦绕舌尖，仿佛坠入温柔的云端。

Kitchen Chat 2 厨房闲谈2

KlukaiI'm not very familiar with this dish...我不太擅长这道菜……

Her thoughtful cooking brings out soul-stirring flavors from even the simplest ingredients.合理的烹调让最简单的食材碰撞出令人动容的滋味。

CommanderThe perfectly managed heat brings out a natural harmony of taste.恰到好处的火候，食材的美味浑然天成。

KlukaiStill, things shouldn't go wrong as long as I follow the instructions to the letter. How's the taste?不过，只要严格按照步骤来做，一定不会有问题的，如何？

Pretty good.味道还不错。

You've done well enough.已经很好了。

CommanderTastes pretty standard. It's not astonishing, but it's still pretty good.规规矩矩的味道，虽然算不上惊艳，但还是很不错的。

KlukaiHmph... I'll come up with something better next time.哼……下次，我一定会做得更好的。

CommanderDelicious.美味。

CommanderI can't find any faults or issues in this dish, at least.至少，我没办法给这道菜挑出什么毛病来。

With a single bite, their freshness blooms upon the palate.一口下去，食材的鲜味在口中绽放。

Kitchen Chat 3 厨房闲谈3

KlukaiHow infuriating... Today's dish is not as good as I wanted it to be.好不甘心……这次的料理好像不太成功。

An indescribably complex sensation surges in my chest, leaving my mind in a daze.难以名状的复杂口感涌上心间，以至脑海只剩一片茫然。

CommanderA mysterious flavour—yet somehow, it feels familiar.迷之口感，但吃起来有点熟悉。

KlukaiIt looks strange alright, but it should taste just fine, right?虽然它的样子看起来有点奇怪，不过，吃起来应该还是没问题的，对吧？

I think I'm hallucinating...我好像看到了幻觉……

Call a medical Doll...帮我叫一下医疗人形……

CommanderKlukai... There are three Klukais now... Why are all of you dancing...?可露凯……变成三个了……跳起了舞……

KlukaiCommander?! Wait, stay put! I'll help you!指挥官？！慢着，先别动，我来帮你！

CommanderKeep up the effort!再接再厉！

CommanderKlukai... What did you... feed me...?可露凯……你到底……给我吃了什么……

My once-keen sense of taste slowly loses its bearings amid this strange experience.昔日敏锐的味觉在此刻陌生的体验中逐渐迷失了方向。

Extra Purchase 额外的采购

KlukaiCommander? You're just in time.指挥官？你来得正好。

KlukaiHelp me take a look at this shopping list. Is it me, or is there something wrong here?帮我看一下这张采购清单，这里是不是有些不对劲？

This looks like Mechty's—这个好像是米什缇的——

It's mine.是我的。

KlukaiI knew it... She snuck extra items into the shopping list again.我就知道……她又偷偷在采购清单里加这种东西了。

KlukaiHang on, Commander, I'm going to fix her.指挥官，你等一下，我先去处理一下她。

KlukaiNow how should I fix her? Hm... 200 sets of running target practice drills.要怎么处理？嗯……就给她加训二百组移动靶好了。

KlukaiHm? So it was yours, Commander? What a surprise.嗯？原来是指挥官的啊，真是意外。

KlukaiYou're not trying to cover for Mechty, are you?该不会是在偷偷帮米什缇“暗度陈仓”吧？

KlukaiIf I find out you are... Well, this isn't something a single date is going to cover, so you'd better prepare yourself.如果被我发现的话……指挥官，这可不是一次约会就能解决的事情了，做好觉悟吧。

Daylight Letter 日光手信

KlukaiCommander, you're too slow. Haven't you finished the report yet?指挥官，太慢了，是报告没有整理完吗？

KlukaiJust let me help you next time. You won't have to worry about this sort of thing with me around.下次直接让我帮你就好了，有我在，你不需要为这些事情烦恼。

KlukaiThis is for you. Take it.这个给你，拿着吧。

What's this?这是什么？

Souvenirs again?又是伴手礼？

KlukaiI got some souvenirs after I was done with the commission.委托结束后，我带了一些伴手礼给你。

KlukaiYou ought to be used to this sort of thing now, right, Commander? Still, don't you dare throw it away just because they're piling up!指挥官差不多也该习惯了吧。不过，不许因为堆得越来越多就扔掉！

KlukaiThis isn't just for politeness' sake, after all we're beyond that sort of thing now. It's just that meeting you again is special to me, so I wanted to preserve that sense of specialness.并不是客套，我们之间也不需要那种东西吧。只是，对我而言，重逢很特别，所以我想要保留这份仪式感。

KlukaiWait a minute, why did you open it before I finished talking?!等等，我还没说完呢，你已经拆开了？！

Anniversary Invitation 纪念日邀约

KlukaiOh, you're back. Hey... Why are you looking at me with that dorky expression on your face—What? I was smiling? N-no, I wasn't, you must have been seeing things!哦，你回来了。喂……怎么像个呆子一样看着我——什么？我笑了吗？才、才没有，是指挥官老眼昏花了！

KlukaiWhat took you so long? I've been waiting a long time for you.怎么才来？我等你有一会了。

Dorm Dialogue 1 宿舍对话1

KlukaiFirst, we need a private spot for two in the arcade area, somewhere no one can bother us.游戏区这边，首先要有一个不受任何人打扰的专属双人座位。

KlukaiOf course, one of those seats is for the Commander.其中一个当然是属于指挥官的。

KlukaiAnd as for who gets the other seat, need I say more?至于另一个座位属于谁，就不用我多说了吧？

Plant Room 1 种植室1

KlukaiI knew you'd come to me in order to let this flower bloom perfectly.我就知道，想要让这株花以最完美的姿态绽放，你总会来找我的。

KlukaiRaising flowers isn't easy. The closer it gets to blossoming, the more careful you must be.养花可不是什么很简单的事，越到准备盛开的时候，就越要谨慎。

KlukaiAs for your horticultural technique... Well, it's not dead yet, so I suppose you did your best.至于你的养花技术……好吧，至少现在花还没死，看来你也算尽力了。

KlukaiI told you before, your business is my business. Given our relationship, there was no need for you to try so hard...我早就说过，你的事就是我的事。我本以为，以我们的关系，你不需要自己逞强……

KlukaiForget it. Since I'm here, you have nothing to fear.算了，既然我来了，那就没什么好担心的了。

KlukaiI will show you that being with me will give you the best possible outcome.我会让你看到，你和我一起，一定会见证最好的结果。

Plant Room 2 种植室2

KlukaiI knew you'd come to me in order to let this flower bloom perfectly.我就知道，想要让这株花以最完美的姿态绽放，你总会来找我的。

KlukaiRaising flowers isn't easy. The closer they get to blossoming, the more careful you must be.养花可不是什么很简单的事，越到准备盛开的时候，就越要谨慎。

KlukaiAs for your horticultural technique... Well, the flower's not dead yet, so I suppose you did your best.至于你的养花技术……好吧，至少现在花还没死，看来你也算尽力了。

KlukaiI've told you before, your problems are my problems. Given our relationship, there was no need for you to try so hard...我早就说过，你的事就是我的事。我本以为，以我们的关系，你不需要自己逞强……

KlukaiForget it. Since I'm here, you have nothing to fear.算了，既然我来了，那就没什么好担心的了。

KlukaiI will show you that being with me will give you the best possible outcome.我会让你看到，你和我一起，一定会见证最好的结果。

Stage Performance 1 舞台演出1

{}: How's the swimming pool on board the Elmo?{}：艾莫号上的泳池体验如何？

KlukaiKlukai: It's pretty good. It's not very big, but it's enough to help us relax.可露凯：还不错。虽然面积不是很大，但已经足够让我们好好放松了。

Unexpected Surprise意外惊喜

Relaxed and Tipsy闲暇微醺

By Your Side在你身边

{}: Klukai, look over there.{}：可露凯，看那边。

{}: You should rehydrate after swimming.{}：游泳后补充一些水分。

KlukaiKlukai: Instead of worrying about my thirst, you should be... making sure if my frame can function underwater for an extended period of time.可露凯：与其关心我渴不渴，倒不如……确认我的素体能否在水中长时间行动。

KlukaiKlukai: Commander!可露凯：指挥官！

KlukaiKlukai: The soda didn't splash into your eyes, I hope.可露凯：汽水没飞溅进你的眼睛吧。

Touch触碰

{}: Here, apply this as a precaution. It forms a protective barrier on the surface of your frame.{}：给，做好素体养护。它能在素体表面形成防护屏障。

KlukaiKlukai: But there are spots I can't reach on my own...可露凯：仅凭我，没办法涂全啊……

Helping Hand暖心相助

Return the Favor礼尚往来

Mischievous Help恶趣味帮助

KlukaiKlukai: Commander, I can't apply this on my back. Please give me a hand.可露凯：指挥官，我涂不到背部，麻烦你帮忙了。

KlukaiKlukai: Hm.可露凯：唔。

KlukaiKlukai: Still not done?可露凯：还没有涂好么？

KlukaiKlukai: Frame maintenance is very important. I don't want a trip to the repair bay just because I went swimming.可露凯：素体保养很重要，我还不想因为游泳导致需要维修。

KlukaiKlukai: All done?可露凯：已经涂完了？

KlukaiKlukai: Thank you, Commander.可露凯：谢谢，指挥官。

Touch触碰

KlukaiKlukai: Now that we've applied the protective coating on my frame, I can swim for as long as I want.可露凯：素体养护已经完成了，想游多久都没问题。

KlukaiKlukai: Commander, would you like to experience the pool on the Elmo?可露凯：指挥官，你要体验一下艾莫号上的泳池吗？

Dip and Relax入水放松

Cheeky Splash玩水戏弄

Unforeseen Development预想之外

Klukai{}: Klukai, you...{}：可露凯，你……

KlukaiKlukai: I'm not letting go of you so easily this time, Commander.可露凯：这次我不会轻易放开你了，指挥官。

KlukaiKlukai: I love... everything about... the Elmo.可露凯：我很喜欢……艾莫号……上的一切。

KlukaiKlukai: Worried about getting your clothes wet?可露凯：你在担心衣服被弄湿？

KlukaiKlukai: There's a very simple solution to this problem.可露凯：这个问题解决起来很简单。

KlukaiKlukai: You won't have to worry about that anymore when you're already wet.可露凯：干脆弄湿就不需要考虑这些了。

KlukaiKlukai: Come over here, Commander.可露凯：到我的身边来，指挥官。

{}: Sure. Hm?! Glug-glug-glug... (Chokes on water){}：好的。唔？!咕噜咕噜——（ 呛水）

KlukaiKlukai: Huh?! Commander?! Commander!!可露凯：诶？！指挥官，指挥官？！

KlukaiKlukai: You're choking?! Are you alright?!可露凯：小心呛水！你还好吗？

KlukaiKlukai: Is this how you "help"?可露凯：这就是指挥官你口中的帮忙吗？

KlukaiKlukai: Come closer, Commander.可露凯：指挥官，靠近一点。

Klukai: Let me return the favor. It's only fair.可露凯：礼尚往来，这才公平。

KlukaiKlukai: I-I can apply it myself.可露凯：是、是，我一个人也能涂好。

KlukaiKlukai: Huh?! Commander?!可露凯：诶？！指挥官？！

KlukaiKlukai: Wait! What are you doing?!可露凯：等等！你在做什么啊？

KlukaiKlukai: Uh... Okay...可露凯：呼……好吧……

KlukaiKlukai: Ahh... Haven't had this in quite a while.可露凯：哈——好久没尝到这个味道了。

{}: Hang on, doesn't this contain a bit of alcohol?{}：等等，里面该不会有微量酒精？

KlukaiKlukai: It's a soda, Commander, and you've already given it to me~!可露凯：指挥官，这是汽水饮料，你已经送给我了哦~

KlukaiKlukai: I promise I'll sip it slowly. I won't get drunk.可露凯：我保证会慢慢品味，不会喝醉的。

KlukaiKlukai: Oh... This bit of water is totally fine for me.可露凯：啊……这点水不会对我产生影响。

KlukaiKlukai: The question is whether I can be submerged in the pool for an extended period of time.可露凯：要担心的是素体能否长时间浸泡在泳池之内吧。

KlukaiKlukai: Are you worried about me, Commander?可露凯：指挥官，你在担心我的状态？

KlukaiKlukai: Satisfied? My frame is in tip-top form, so don't worry.可露凯：确认好了吗？我的状态一切正常，你无需担心。

Tidying Up 1 整理清扫1

KlukaiWhat? You're already done cleaning?什么？你已经打扫完了？

CommanderYup. I wanted to go stretch a little after finishing my work.嗯，工作完成后，正好想要活动一下身体。

KlukaiDon't you think you were a bit too quick? I wanted to clean up with you...那也做得太快了吧！本来我是想和你一起打扫的……

KlukaiI came back at top speed after finishing my mission...我可是任务完成就用最快的速度赶回来了。

KlukaiIf I'd known this would happen, I wouldn't have bothered.早知如此，我还急什么。

CommanderEr... Oh hey, I think I missed a spot.呃……咦，我忽然发现这里还没有清理干净。

CommanderLet's go over the area again! Help me get a pail of water, Klukai.我们再扫一遍吧！可露凯，帮我提一桶水过来。

Klukai...Hm?……嗯？

KlukaiAlright! I'll be right over.好！我马上就来。

KlukaiI knew it... Without me by your side, you'll mess up even small things like this.我就知道……我不在你身边，就算处理这种小事也会有点麻烦吧。

KlukaiNo problem, leave it to me.没关系，都交给我。

Tidying Up 2 整理清扫2

KlukaiYou're here at last.你终于来了。

KlukaiI've been waiting for some time. Were you busy lately?我等你有段时间了，最近工作很忙？

KlukaiOr are you not happy with my present?还是说，你对我的礼物不感兴趣？

CommanderNo, I came as soon as I saw your message.不是的，我看见你的消息就立刻过来了。

KlukaiOh? I see, so you only saw my message just now.嗯？原来是不久前才看见我的消息。

KlukaiDoes that mean... messages from me are NOT your top priority, Commander?难道……我的消息在指挥官这里不是第一优先级吗？

CommanderHaha, ahaha... Well, I stayed up too late working last night and I just woke up...哈，哈哈……昨晚工作太晚了，刚睡醒……

KlukaiI see. Alright then, I won't pursue the matter any further today.这样啊。那算了，今天就不追究你了。

Klukai...If you're feeling tired, then head back to your room and rest.……要是觉得疲倦，就早点回去休息。

CommanderI will. Thanks for the present.我知道了，谢谢你的礼物。

Wedding Scene 1 婚礼剧情1

KlukaiKlukai: Commander, you're here at last.可露凯：指挥官，你终于来了。

KlukaiKlukai: I've waited over 10 years for this day.可露凯：这一天，我期待了……不止十年。

KlukaiKlukai: Everything is ready. Now, your presence is all I need.可露凯：我已经做好了一切准备，只等你的就位。

KlukaiKlukai: Normally, we'd make our covenant with each other now.可露凯：常理而言，接下来会是宣誓的环节。

KlukaiKlukai: However, despite searching through the vows of many languages, I haven't managed to find the words that can properly capture the relationship between us.可露凯：只是我找遍了各种语言的誓词，却没有找到任何一篇……适用于你和我的关系。

KlukaiKlukai: Hmph. Well, it's not like those shallow words could properly describe the bond we have.可露凯：哼，我们的关系，又岂是那些肤浅的言辞能够形容的。

KlukaiKlukai: I've always wanted to love and protect you, to never leave you and be loyal only to you.可露凯：我本来就要爱护你，保护你，对你不离不弃，永远忠诚于你。

KlukaiKlukai: I've always been your spear and your shield, the one who fulfils your dreams and carries out your will.可露凯：我还要做你的先锋与后盾，追随你的理想，贯彻你的意志。

KlukaiKlukai: That is what I have always been.可露凯：我一直就是这样做的。

KlukaiKlukai: Naturally, I will continue doing so in future, until we have both been reduced to dust.可露凯：以后，当然也会这样继续下去，直到我们全都化为灰烬为止。

KlukaiKlukai: Yes. This covenant is an eternal promise.可露凯：没错，这次的誓约可是永恒的约定。

KlukaiKlukai: This once-in-a-lifetime victory is mine. I will stay by your side forever and I will hold your hand in eternity.可露凯：这场一生一次的胜利是仅属于我的，我会永远在你身边，永远握住你的手。

KlukaiKlukai: Are you ready, Commander?可露凯：准备好了吗，指挥官？

KlukaiKlukai: It's too late to back out now. All you need to do is look at me.可露凯：现在退缩已经来不及了，从今往后，你只需要看向我。

KlukaiKlukai: Just remember; we are all the other needs.可露凯：你给我记住，我们只要拥有彼此就够了。

KlukaiKlukai: Thank you. I like it very much.可露凯：谢谢，我很喜欢。

KlukaiKlukai: Let's go, Commander.可露凯：走吧，牵着我，指挥官。

Take Her Hand牵手

KlukaiKukai: Now let's enjoy some quality time together.可露凯：现在，该去享受只属于我们的时刻了。

Wedding Scene 2 婚礼剧情2

CommanderWhy are you spacing out in front of the pool?怎么在这里对着泳池发呆？

KlukaiI'm not spacing out, I'm just remembering what happened when I was playing here with you last time.不是发呆，在想之前和你在这里戏水的事。

KlukaiLooks like I ended up making memories with you all over the Elmo.不知不觉，艾莫号上到处都是和你一起创造的回忆了。

CommanderWe'll make many more in the days to come.以后还会有更多回忆的。

KlukaiYes, we will... And will we travel too?嗯。以后……会有旅行吧？

CommanderWhy bring up travel? Do you want to go on a trip?怎么突然提起旅行？你想出去玩？

KlukaiOver the past few days, I've had the feeling that you owe me something. I only just realized what it is—a honeymoon.只是这几天总觉得你好像还欠我点什么，刚才忽然想起，是蜜月旅行。

CommanderYou have a point. So where would you like to go?的确该考虑起来了。你想去哪里？

KlukaiIt doesn't really matter as long as I'm with you.只要和你在一起，去哪里都可以吧。

CommanderHaha... Well, don't worry about feasibility for now. Just let your mind wander.哈哈，不用考虑可行性，就当是畅想一下未来。

KlukaiIn that case, I want to go to a place with a real sea to swim in and a beach where I can lie down on a deck chair.那就，有真正的海边泳池和沙滩躺椅的地方。

KlukaiIt'll be just the two of us. That way, we'll be the only thing each of us sees.只有我们两个人去，这样你的眼里，只会有我的身影。

KlukaiYou'll go swimming and sunbathing with me and apply my suntan lotion.你要陪我游泳、日光浴，为我抹防晒油。

CommanderNaturally, I'll be taking pictures of you when the time comes.当然。到时候，我还可以为你拍很多照片。

KlukaiPictures of us, as mementos. I'm going to frame them and hang them up in the lounge.还要有合影，作为纪念照。我要将它装裱起来，挂在我的休息室里。

CommanderSure, we'll go with that.好啊，都听你的。

KlukaiAnd when we take our pictures together, I'll put this dress on again. I hope you'll wear something that complements it.合影的时候，我会再次换上这条纱裙，而你，也要穿上与它更相衬的礼服。

KlukaiNow that I think about it, perhaps I should start making preparations for it.这样一想，或许我现在就该为你准备起来。

CommanderAre you going to hand-make a suit for me?你要亲手制作我的礼服？

KlukaiIs there anyone out there who knows you better?嗯，没有人比我更了解你的数据了。

KlukaiIf I make you a suit, it'll fit you better than anything else out there, so look forward to it.我自己做，对你来说才是最合身的，敬请期待吧。

CommanderAlright, I eagerly await your masterpiece, Klukai.好，我会期待着可露凯的作品的。

KlukaiIt's a promise, then. Once everything is ready, we'll go on our honeymoon together.那就这样约定好了。等做好准备，就一起去度蜜月。

Wedding Scene 3 婚礼剧情3

KlukaiHere, Commander, stick out your hand.指挥官，来，伸出你的手。

KlukaiLook at my dress. It won't tear even if you use force on it.你看，我的裙摆，就算用力揉搓也不会被撕碎。

KlukaiIt can survive intense activity without issue.就算是穿着它进行剧烈运动也没问题。

Let's go riding then.那一起去骑摩托吧。

Let's go train then.那一起去训练吧。

KlukaiOf course. Since my skirts will bunch up behind me, you'll be the one in the driver's seat.可以。裙摆会占据身后的空间，这一次就由你来驾驶。

KlukaiIn turn, I'll have your back. That's okay, right?指挥官的后背交给我来守护，没问题吧？

CommanderCareful. The wind might catch in the fabric.小心点，这么大的裙摆会兜风吧。

KlukaiPlease, I'm an elite Doll. As if I'd lose to mere air.精英人形怎么可能输给风力。

KlukaiAnd besides, I'll be holding on tightly to you.而且，我会抱紧你的。

KlukaiYou mean at the Fitness Center?你是说去活力室？

CommanderYeah, I don't think I've seen you doing melee combat for a while. I think we should spar.嗯，好像有阵子没见过你近身战的样子了，来较量一下。

KlukaiSure. But I'll say this up front, I won't cut my opponent any slack, even if he turns out to be you.可以。话说在前面，就算是你，我也不会放水。

CommanderYou seem really confident that you'll win.可露凯对胜利很有信心啊。

KlukaiHmph. Of course I am. Better prepare to bite the dust, Commander.哼，那当然。指挥官你就做好觉悟吧。

KlukaiWhether I win or lose, I intend to have you all to myself after this.不管胜利与否，指挥官你接下来的时间，都完全属于我。

Wedding Scene 4 婚礼剧情4

KlukaiYou're just in time, Commander. Do you have any plans for our day out?指挥官，你来得正好。关于我们的那一天，你有什么打算？

KlukaiYou haven't forgotten, have you? It means a lot to me.你该不会忘了吧？那可是我们……重要的纪念仪式。

Dinner on the Elmo.在艾莫号共进晚餐。

Satellite city date.去卫星城约会。

KlukaiOn the Elmo? I see.艾莫号吗？我明白了。

KlukaiHaving dinner in public isn't intimate enough, so we'll dine in the privacy of my room.公共餐区不够私密，晚餐就安排在我的私人休息室吧。

KlukaiAfter all... I don't want anyone to interrupt our time alone.到时候……我不希望任何事打扰我们的独处。

KlukaiA wise choice. The greenery and decor in the city will add to the mood.不错的选择。在城市里，草坪和饰物的选择也会更多。

KlukaiAnd if we end up staying out too late, we can always spend the night in the city.要是结束的时间太迟，就在城里住一晚。

KlukaiHm? Why are you making that face? Our relationship is a matter of public record, no?嗯？你这是什么表情？我们现在就是这种正大光明的关系吧。

Massage Lounge 1 按摩休闲1

KlukaiIt seems you've decided to accept my personal invitation, Commander.指挥官，我的私人邀请你决定接受了吧。

CommanderAnd where am I being invited to?所以那个“私人邀请”是？

KlukaiA ride, for just the two of us.兜风，只有我们两个人。

CommanderSounds great. Are we going now?听上去不错，现在吗？

KlukaiThe party's still going on.现在还是宴会进行的时间。

KlukaiEven if I want to seize the initiative, I'm hardly going to snatch you away right now.就算我想抢占先机，也不至于现在将你带走。

KlukaiOnce the party ends... I'll take you with me and we'll leave together.等这场宴会结束之后……我会带你独自离开的。

CommanderAre you not interested in dance parties?是不是舞会对你来说不怎么有趣？

KlukaiNo, it's just that I hardly ever got the chance to be in situations like this during previous missions.不，只是在过往的任务之中，鲜少会有这样的场合。

KlukaiBeing able to relax and lie idle... It feels like I'm in a completely different world.悠闲、放松……仿佛生活在截然不同的世界。

CommanderSo you're not comfortable with this?是有些不适应吧。

KlukaiStaying alert and ready for battle is part of my basic training. However, I don't dislike the present atmosphere.保持战斗戒备是基本的素养，不过，我并不讨厌现在的氛围。

KlukaiShall we dance?我能邀请你和我跳一首舞曲吗？

CommanderCertainly. Just relax and follow my movements.当然可以，放轻松跟着我就好。

(Klukai slips her hand into my palm. There is a slight, almost imperceptible hesitation in her movements.)（可露凯将手轻轻搭在我的掌心，带着一丝不易察觉的迟疑。）

(I squeeze her hand and guide her onto the dance floor, and I guide her tempo in time with the music.)（我握住她的手，将她带至舞池，顺着节拍引领着她的节奏。）

CommanderOur rhythm is perfectly matched. I didn't expect things to go this well.节奏感完美，没想到会这么成功。

KlukaiSo this is a dance party... Not bad, this is quite an interesting experience.舞会，不错……这样的体验很有趣。

Affinity Records 契合度记录

Record 1This military Doll, formerly known by her personal codename "416", has absolute confidence in herself and aspires to make every member of H.I.D.E. 404 an elite. After the former leader Leva was seconded to the Non-Military Forces Administration along with Lenna, she took over as the leader, finished recruiting new members, and expanded 404 from a single squad to a covert organization with two excellent combat teams. Her neural cloud gradually matured during this process. Klukai considers herself an elite Doll and sets her own standards appropriately. As such, both her strength and strictness are unquestionable. To those who know Klukai well, however, it's clear that underneath this cold, strong-willed facade lies a very simple wish—to keep everything safe. Klukai firmly believes that only by becoming strong can one gain the ability to protect and the right to choose. Justifying the meaning of her name, Klukai hopes that she can become akin to a fierce crocodile, seizing a broader sky for 404 and giving "those who do not exist" the confidence to stand proud. However, all this gentleness and cherishing is buried under the strict requirements set by this unrestrained leader. Times have changed, and so has her identity, but this has only strengthened the relationship between Klukai and the Commander. This also makes her believe that, when all is said and done, the only Doll who can stand by the Commander's side is her.曾用代号HK416，对自己怀有绝对自信，励志将H.I.D.E.404全员精英化的军用人形。在前队长莱娅与成员莱娜长期借调非军事力量管理局后，她接任了队长一职，完成了新队员的补充，并将404从单一小队扩展为拥有两支优秀作战队伍的隐密组织。在这过程中，她的心智也逐渐变得成熟。 以精英人形自居，更以精英人形自我要求，可露凯的强大与严格毋庸置疑。然而熟知她的人都清楚，在冷淡强势的背后，可露凯有着最朴素的心愿——一切平安。 只有变得强大，才有能力守护，才有权利选择，可露凯对此深信不疑。就像她名字的寓意那般，可露凯希望自己能成为凶猛的鳄鱼，为404夺取更广阔的天空，让“不存在”的她们拥有立足的底气。然而这份温柔与珍惜，却被这名桀骜的队长埋藏在一条条严格的要求里。 身份的变化与时代的变迁，加深了可露凯与指挥官的共鸣，这也令她坚信，风暴过后，最终能够站在对方身边的人形，唯她而已。

Record 2No one knows when exactly, but one day Squad 404 began embarking on missions with just two members. 416 looked at the battlefield where victory was already certain and couldn't help but fall into contemplation. Although the mission was completed, this time it proved to be an arduous task due to insufficient firepower. She and Gr G11 would probably have to undergo maintenance. "Leva and Lenna... when will their secondment be over... I really don't want you to forcefully wake me up every time you need a partner for a task..." Gr G11's untimely complaint angered 416, especially considering the names she mentioned. That's right. Ever since the day Kalina long-term seconded those two, all of 404's regular tasks turned into duo missions—just 416 and Gr G11. "Looks like you'd prefer to get wrecked by that bullet storm and end up in an underground broker's scrap refitting station." 416 frowned, probably at the thought of the other two members of 404. With just two members, Squad 404 was definitely incomplete. How much longer would it be until those two return to 404? Will they ever come back at all? An inexplicable irritation lingered in her heart, likely because she was subconsciously rejecting such an outcome. "Well, it's probably simply because of the heavy damage we sustained just now." Thinking this, 416 dragged Gr G11 along, throwing her into the transport vehicle for the return trip.不知道从何时起，404小队执行任务的成员，逐渐变得只剩两个人。 HK416看着眼前胜负已定的战场，不禁陷入了沉思。虽然委托完成了，但这次的任务，却因为火力不足而备尝艰苦，她和G11恐怕不得不进行一次检修了。 “莱娅和莱娜……到底什么时候能结束外派任务啊……我真的不想每次都被你强行按下开关一顶二了……” G11的抱怨声不合时宜地响起，尤其是她提到的那两个名字，更是让HK416心头无名火起。 没错，就是从那两个家伙被格林娜长期借调开始，404的日常委托就全部变成了HK416和G11的双人任务。 “看来你更想在刚才的枪林弹雨中被打爆，再出现在暗商的废品改装台上。”或许是因为想起了另外两名404成员，HK416皱起了眉头。 只有两个人的404小队，绝对不能算完整。 到底还有多久，那两个人才能回到404小队？还是说，永远都不再回来了？ 或许因为从心底抗拒着这个结果，一种莫名的烦躁却在她的心中挥之不去。 嗯，大概是G11和我刚刚受了重伤的原因吧，就是这样。 HK416这么想着，拖拽着G11，把她丢到了回程的运输车上。

Record 3"Ugh... you really bought it..." Gr G11 let out a brief sigh at the sight of a brand-new motorbike parked in the base. One of the transport vehicles commonly used by Squad 404 was destroyed during one of the recent missions. In order to arrive at the location of the next mission on time, they had to rent a motorbike from an underground broker. Perhaps the driving experience was too good, or perhaps riding a motorbike made the overly tense 416 feel a brief sense of freedom and release. Either way, 416 didn't hesitate to order a bike of her own even for a second. Moreover, now that all missions were conducted by just two people, an overly bulky vehicle would simply be a hindrance. However, Gr G11 seemed utterly uninterested in 416's newly ordered bike. She lazily yawned and was just about to go back to her beanbag. "We have a mission coming up in two hours. Where do you think you're going?" "Like you said, there's two hours left... I'm still a bit sleepy, so I'll just take a short..." "Idiot, it's precisely because you're such a lazybones that executing missions is so troublesome." 416 grabbed Gr G11 just as she was about to leave, interrupting her mid-sentence, and pushed her onto the rear seat of the motorbike. "Eh... isn't it because half of our combat power is put on a secondment..?" "I specifically requested a safety harness for the rear seat. Keep complaining and I'll change the mudguard to a Gr G11 model..." Seeing her sit down obediently, 416 stepped on the gas. Since then, 416 seems to come to enjoy taking Gr G11 for a ride, though the latter wasn't always so willing to come along.“唔诶……你真的买了啊……” 看着据点里崭新的重型机车，G11发出一声敷衍的感慨。 不久前的委托中，404小队常用的一台运输车在作战中遭到了毁坏，为了准时到达下一个委托地点，她们不得不临时在暗商处租借了一台机车。或许是驾驶体验太过良好，也或许是对于过度紧绷的HK416来说，驾驶机车使她感受到了短暂的自由与释放，HK416当即就下定决心订购一台属于自己的机车。 更何况，现在只有两个人在执行委托，太过笨重的载具反而会显得累赘。 但G11却像是不感兴趣一样，无视了416新订购的机车，只是懒散地打了个哈欠，转身就想要回到自己的懒人沙发上去。 “两小时后我们有委托需要执行，你想去哪？” “你都说了还有两个小时啊……我还有些困，就先稍微……” “笨蛋，就是因为你总是懒懒散散的，委托执行起来才会这么麻烦。” HK416无视了G11没说完的话，一把拽住了准备回去的她，顺手就按到了机车后座上。 “欸……难道不是因为我们有一半的战斗力在外派吗……” “我特意要求在后座加了安全绑带。再抱怨，我就把挡泥板换成G11型……” 看着对方老实坐好，HK416踩下油门。 从那之后，带着G11兜风似乎就成了HK416的兴趣之一，尽管G11本人并非每次都心甘情愿。

Record 4416 didn't approve of the idea of expanding Squad 404 at first. On the one hand, it was because the Dolls' resumes Leva handed her weren't really all that satisfactory to her. On the other hand, though— True to the original meaning of Squad 404, what 416 and the others initially wanted to fight for was perhaps something ordinary Dolls had always possessed. A safe haven for illegal Dolls, something that just wasn't suitable for those ordinary Dolls. It all began with 416 saving Gr G11 on impulse, completely changing the latter's life as a result. At that time, she realized that, even if it was well-intentioned, taking matters into one's own hands could still change a person's fate. If Leva hadn't forcibly stuffed new Dolls into 404 under the pretext of completing missions, or if Gr G11—whose fate was changed—hadn't chimed in, 416 might not have accepted all this so quickly. However, once a decision was made, 416 immediately regained her usual determination and pride. Restoring the squad's missing combat power was of utmost priority. Even without Leva and Lenna, 404 must keep moving towards the future instead of disbanding. To achieve this goal, and to be responsible to the members who entrusted 404 with their fates, 416 decided to accept the mantle of leadership. Hearing this news, though, Leva smiled and passed 416 the handover documents she had prepared in advance—an entire stack all at once. Only then did 416 realize that she had likely been tricked again. "So you've been planning to dump this ungrateful job on me all along?!" "You've made such a grand declaration. Time to deliver, new leader of Squad 404." Leva's wink was as sly as always.HK416最初并没有接受404小队的扩编。 一方面，是因为莱娅所递过来的人形简历资料实在不足以让她满意。至于另一方面—— 就像404小队原本的含义一样，416她们最初想要争取的东西，或许这些普通人形一直都拥有。非法人形的避难所，并不一定适合普通人形。 当初416因为一时冲动救下了G11，G11的人生也因此发生了翻天覆地的变化。那时她便意识到，即便是出于好心，擅作主张的行为仍旧会改变一个人的命运。 如果不是莱娅用委托的借口强行给404塞了新的人形，加上G11这位被改变了命运的当事人帮腔，HK416或许没那么快接受这件事。 不过，一旦做出决定，HK416就会立刻恢复往日的坚决和骄傲。 小队缺失的战斗力亟待弥补，就算没有莱娅和莱娜，404也要走向未来而非就此离散。为了实现这个目标，也为了对那些把命运交到404手上的成员负责，HK416决心担任起队长的责任。 但莱娅听到这个消息后，却笑着把提前准备好的交接文件一口气塞给了416。直到这一刻，416才意识到，自己似乎又被摆了一道。 “所以你原本就打算把这个吃力不讨好的事情交给我？！” “豪言壮语都已经说出来了，加油哦，404小队的新队长。”莱娅狡猾地眨了眨眼睛。

Record 5"...I have no intention of digging into your reasons for leaving Griffin, but when do you plan to discuss your current situation with me?" Having typed this message into the communicator, Klukai hesitated for a second before sending it. Over the years, she hadn't received a single reply from that person. Fortunately, 404's intelligence network allowed Klukai to receive occasional updates about their situation. Knowing that the other party was safe and sound was enough for Klukai to be able to retain patience and composure. Otherwise, neither the Boojums from the contamination zones, nor the "agreement" that was seemingly ineffective against 404 could've stopped her. "..." Klukai looked at the chat window again. The only messages in it were hers. The dates of messages sent spanned years. It would've been impossible for the other party to miss all of them. Klukai knew full well about the trauma the sands of time caused that person. All of her old acquaintances were made helpless in the face of the shifting tides. Sometimes, silence doesn't stem from disgust or estrangement. Not being involved doesn't necessarily mean non-interference or harmlessness. She herself is now the leader of Squad 404. That change in perspective also allowed her to see more secrets and crises. It's just a pity that she still can't share her perspective with that person. "Klukai... if you're not going to sleep... at least be quiet..." Mechty complained, half-asleep. Only then did Klukai realize that she had been tossing around everything in her reach while in her state of contemplation. In the end, Klukai deleted the message she had just composed and quickly typed the same short question as always: "Where are you?" Only this time, she attached her geolocation data as well. This was undoubtedly a dangerous move for the covert 404, but Klukai had no doubts about the other party's credibility. "I'm waiting for your response. Wherever you are, I'm right here." "No matter what the agreement entails, I only care about your response." That silent tacit understanding was always entangled in the airwaves.“……我无意探究你离开格里芬的原因，不过，关于你现在的情况，究竟打算什么时候和我聊聊？” 可露凯在通讯终端中输入这些信息后，却在发出时犹豫了。 这些年，她没有收到来自那个人的任何一条回复。好在404的情报网可以让可露凯断断续续地得知对方的情况。 能够知晓对方平安无恙，可露凯也就还能控制自己保持耐心。 否则的话，不管是污染区的伯介姆，还是那道看似对404不生效的“协议”都无法阻止她的脚步。 “……”可露凯再次看向只有她一个人在说话的通讯界面。 发信日期绵贯数年，不存在对方会全部漏掉的可能性。 可露凯清楚，时代对那个人造成的创伤以及时局的变动给所有旧识们强加的无奈。 有时沉默并非出于厌恶或是生疏。 不涉及也不一定不干涉或是无害。 她自己现在也已经是404小队的队长，身份的变化也让她看到了更多的隐密与危机。 只可惜，她依然无法与那个人拥有共同的视野。 “可露凯……不睡觉的话……也不要发出噪音……”米什缇半睡半醒地抱怨了一句，这时，可露凯才注意到，想着这些事情，自己竟然不知不觉地把手边的东西全都丢了出去。 最终，可露凯删掉了刚刚编辑的信息，快速键入了那个一成不变的短句—— “你在哪？” 只是这次，她附带了自己的地理位置。这对于隐密的404来说无疑是危险的行为，但可露凯毫不质疑对方的可信。 “我在等你的回应，无论你在哪，我就在这里。” “无论协议背后是什么，我只在乎你的回应。” 无言的默契始终交缠在电波里。

Record 6Although I've been familiar with Klukai's capabilities for a long time, I'm still amazed by her incredible focus and outstanding reflexes whenever I see her in the training ground. Every shot during shooting practice inevitably hits the bullseye. She is miles ahead in the physical training as well, frequently beating the training records on the Elmo's system. Be it close combat or tactical drills, she's flawless in every single aspect. "Commander, you were spectating my simulation training just now, right?" As soon as the training ended, Klukai found me in the resting area. "Your performance was perfect. You're going to increase the peer pressure this way." "If the only thing increased is pressure, then they're only good for being left behind in tears." "So, Miss Elite Doll, is there any reason you invited me to watch your training?" In response to my question, Klukai sent me a special training plan. "Ahem, well, I don't want to be dragged down by this bunch either, so... this plan can keep them from falling too far behind." "I remember training has a limited effect on improving a Doll's abilities. Hardware is the main factor determining a Doll's upper power limit." "I used to think so too, Commander." Klukai seemed to have anticipated my words. "But the truth is, a Doll with impeccable hardware can still fail if they lack experience." This seemingly made Klukai recall something. Perhaps it was past experiences. She was so confident in her strength from the very beginning, but this had been the cause of some of her failures. Now, however, it seems like she considers the problems more comprehensively instead of just blindly obsessing over pursuing victory. "In any case, Commander, please give it a good thought."虽然早已经熟知可露凯的实力，但在训练场看到她时，我还是会为她惊人的专注力和出色的反射而惊讶。 射击训练弹无虚发，没有一发不是精准命中十环。而体能训练也是一骑绝尘，屡屡更新艾莫号系统上的训练记录。无论是近身格斗还是战术操演，没有一项不是完美无缺的表现。 “指挥官刚才看了我的模拟训练吧？” 刚结束训练，可露凯就到休息区找到了我。 “表现得很完美，你这样会让训练场的同伴压力增加的。” “如果增加的只有压力，那确实也只能被我甩在后面哭鼻子了。” “那么，精英人形小姐，邀请我看你的训练有什么原因吗？” 听完我的问题后，可露凯发送给我一份特训计划书。 “咳，毕竟我也不想被这群家伙拖后腿，所以……这份计划可以让她们别被落下太远。” “我记得训练对人形的能力提升是有限的，硬件才是决定人形实力上限的主要因素。” “我曾经也这么想，指挥官。”可露凯似乎早已经猜到我会这么说，“但其实，硬件上再怎么无可挑剔的人形，也会因为经验不足而失败的。” 说到这里，可露凯似乎回想起了什么。或许是过去的经验吧，从出身到实力都如此自信的她，也曾因此而失败过。 不过，看起来，比起执着地追求胜利，现在她考虑问题似乎更加全面了。 “总之，指挥官可以好好考虑一下。”

Record 7Another gift arrived in the ops room today. Judging by the style, it should be yet another gift from a certain elite Doll who often goes out on missions. After all, every time Klukai comes back after completing a mission, she brings me gifts of various sizes. "Commander, you've already seen the items, right?" Klukai's call was perfectly timed. It was hard to miss such a large supply crate in the ops room. Aside from various supplies, the crate also contained a set of motorbike gear just my size. Let's pretend, just for a second, that it's normal to give supplies as gifts... Though I often purchase clothes for Dolls, it's really rare for it to be the other way around. "So, have you tried that gear on?" "It's a perfect fit. How did you know my size?" "It's but a simple matter for an Elite Doll. Anyway... I'm counting on you to go for a ride with me on your next day off. Don't worry, I'll have your bike ready." So that was the reason for this gift. "Considering how busy you are, I'll handle some of your work for you. If you have any sense... you would postpone some of the non-urgent matters."今天的指挥室又收到了一份礼物。 从送礼物的风格来看，应该又是某个经常外出执行委托的精英人形赠送的。 毕竟，可露凯每次完成委托回来后，都要带一些或大或小的礼物给我。 “指挥官，东西你已经看到了吧？”可露凯的通讯像是卡好了时间一样接入。 指挥室里摆着这么大的补给箱，很难视而不见。而补给箱里面，除了装着不少物资以外，还有给我定制的一套机车服。 先不说谁会把物资当成礼物送人…… 我经常为人形们采购服装，为我采购服装的人形还真是少见。 “这么说来，你应该已经试过那套衣服了？” “非常合身，你怎么会知道我的尺寸？” “这对于精英人形来说并不是什么难事。比起这个……下次休息日，我希望指挥官可以和我一起去兜风，放心，你的车我会准备好。” 原来是因为这个送了这份礼物。 “看在你这么忙的份上，我会帮你处理一部分工作。你如果还有点自觉性的话……就该把一些没必要的日程推掉了。”

Record 8Although 404 have boarded the Elmo, they still maintain independent operation. In comparison to other Dolls, Klukai has always emphasized the cooperative nature of our relationship. In my opinion, however, those are nothing more than insistent words. The missions of the Elmo and 404 have long since been intertwined, yet she still stubbornly carries out regular fee settlements with me. Perhaps this is Klukai's way of maintaining her dignity. I understand her self-esteem goes against her being treated as an accessory or a weakling, but that has never been the case anyway. "Commander, this is 404's expense list for this quarter. Take a look. If there are no issues, I'll make the payment." Each expense is carefully listed in the spreadsheet, ranging from costly items like frame maintenance and replacement to trivial things like individual members' broken cups. "Klukai, there's actually no need to submit this. You've helped out with the Elmo's missions a lot... but you've never taken a single cent as compensation. It's already enough to cover all this." "That's different. The ones I don't charge for are missions I assist you with on my own." "How is that different? Since we're collaborating, both sides should clearly settle the accounts, right?" There it is again, the Klukai's signature "you don't understand anything" look. Every time she looks at me like this, I can't help but start reflecting on myself. "In your eyes... if I'm still Klukai, the leader of 404, then from your perspective, we are still in a cooperative relationship... As such, it's natural for 404 to pay its fees." "Then in your eyes, am I not also your Command—" Ah, it seems that I finally understand a part of it. "I don't want money, and you're not my Commander... I'm different from other Dolls... but as far as Dolls like me go, I am all you need."404虽然登陆了艾莫号，但依然维持着自主运转。相比其他人形，可露凯一直和我强调着我们之间的合作关系。 但在我看来，这仅仅是口头上的坚持，艾莫号与404的委托早已交织在一起，但她还是会固执地与我定期进行费用清算。 也许这对于可露凯来说是出于对尊严的一种维护吧。 我明白她不希望被当做附属品与弱者的自尊，尽管这件事从来就不存在。 “指挥官，这是404这个季度的费用清单，你看一下，没问题的话我就交付了。” 每一笔费用被认真罗列在表格里，大到素体维护更换，小到个别成员摔碎的杯子。 “可露凯，其实没必要交这个，艾莫号不少委托你也帮忙了……但报酬总是分文不要，早就够这些了。” “那不一样，我不要钱的都是我自己协助你完成的委托。” “怎么不一样了？既然是合作，那就应该双方都算清楚啊？” 又来了，经典的可露凯式“你什么都不懂”的表情，每次被她这样看着，我都不由得开始自我审视。 “在指挥官眼中……只要我还是404的队长可露凯，那基于你的视野，我们就是合作关系……404自然要支付费用。” “那在你眼里我不也是指挥——”好像，我明白了什么。 “我不要钱，你也不是我的指挥官……我和其他人形不一样……但这样的人形，你有我一个就够了。”

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