[Private to Haita and Tsukumo and Relevant Sector Security Staff]

[photonslight]

Director Haita, I need to talk to you about something.

Comments

[becomeanwarrior]

A... proto Astral? That's a pretty big claim, but stranger has happened...

...All lost or mythological cities of note. And you and Tsukumo assume the Ancient Fairy Dragon would have information of these lost sites, and possibly what connects them to your 'Vel'?

Mmm... what's the endpoint of this chase, Kaito?

[photonslight]

The Proto Astral specifically named her as being of import. And 'blamed' her for the current state of the world.

Personal as I'm descended from the Astrals or potentially "The Vel", Academic, as I was originally trained as an archeology major, and trying to touch on some loose threads from the Numbers Astral Incident.

[becomeanwarrior]

Mmmmm.

Going through the motions here - you do understand the risks of interfacing with the Ancient Fairy, right, and that her current state is as much a protection against her worst impulses as it is a punishment for her actions?

[photonslight]

Yes.

Do you understand the danger of a being whose civilization created Number 6: Chronomaly Atlandis or Number 38: The Armor of the Hope Harbinger Dragon Titanic Galaxy?

[becomeanwarrior]

My participation during the Numbers Crisis is well-known. But duly noted.

... Kamala is not to be within 5 kilometers of your and Tsukumo's investigation. I can try and make sure to distract her and help create distance, but I won't be risking a relapse of my niece's trauma. If your investigation cannot be concluded without jeopardizing Kamala's mental state, I will be forced to intervene.

I trust these restrictions are amenable, Kaito.

[photonslight]

I have zero interest in The Lady of Keys. Only Ancient Fairy Dragon.

[becomeanwarrior]

Of course, consider it my own precautions.

I will assume this means you have no objections, in which case I will give you the green light to proceed. Do what you need to, to get the answers you need. Share them with me if you think they will be of use during out investigations.

[photonslight]

We need permission from the Empress to access the Imperial Palace, where I believe The Ancient Fairy Dragon is being imprisoned.

He have a meeting to do so.

In about 2995 weeks.

[becomeanwarrior]

...Ah.

You need me to. Speed up the process, huh.

[photonslight]

Yes.

I do not think Tsukumo would like to investigate this when he's 3'0" tall.

[becomeanwarrior]

Why is our primary defense useless bureaucracy...

Okay, give me. A bit to navigate the various channels. Getting you and Tsukumo a pass to the Imperial Palace should be simple enough...

[photonslight]

Bureaucracy is incredibly powerful.

And thank you.

I would like to know what the Ancient Fairy Dragon did.

[becomeanwarrior]

I know useless bureaucracy is a powerful tool, but I'm a man who likes his trains to run on time, Kaito.

Hmmm... hmmm... okay, yes. I think I can fast-track you in. Thankfully my cousin has given me some instant-approval ways to get people into the palace as needed.

You and Tsukomo will find your outfits and paperwork mailed to you within the next day or so. Permission to enter the grounds will be listed as "Miscellaneous upkeep and inspection duties as requested by Prince Katsuyoshi."

[photonslight]

...

[becomeanwarrior]

Oh, come on, don't give me that kind of response...

[photonslight]

I am allowed to show off annoyance, even if I'll probably do it.

[becomeanwarrior]

Don't blame me. You asked me for a way to speed up getting into the palace and this had the fastest turnaround!

[photonslight]

I will still scowl.

[becomeanwarrior]

I suppose it's your right to do that, yes.

Just make sure you wear the uniforms while you're in the palace. They should ensure you won't attract any further trouble.

[photonslight]

Thank you for your help.

I suppose.

[becomeanwarrior]

I do what I can, where I can. I know it's not what you wanted, but, well, my cousin's logic is what it is.