'Their connection must have been a lot deeper than I thought. I'm not sure if that's a good or bad thing given what I came here to do.'
To be honest, it was a bit beyond Izroth's expectations. After all, as her foster mother and after viewing the two interact with one another, Izroth knew that Nova was someone precious to Aurie. That being said, while he anticipated that Aurie would be dejected and not in her best state, Izroth did not think he would see the usually fierce and proud Aurie reduced to her current state.
"I congratulate you on your promotion, Commander Izroth. Unfortunately, I have not prepared a proper gift." Aurie said without lifting her head.
"Oh? You don't sound surprised that I was promoted to Commander despite it being the General Support Unit." Izroth replied as he took the chair across from Aurie.
