SEED-Lacus

In the Archangel's hangar, a large number of maintenance crew members were unlocking the cockpits of Reconnaissance Gears and life pods.

Soldiers stood around the Reconnaissance Gears and life pods, weapons in hand.

Standing nearby, Nataru Bagiru looked at Kira Yamato and Thor Klune with disdain and said, "It seems you two really do like picking things up."

Thor Klune rubbed the back of his head and said sheepishly, "Hah, hah, hah, Lieutenant Bagiru, isn't this me contributing to the Archangel's defensive power?

Once that Reconnaissance Gear is repaired, we'll have another MS as a combat unit, making it easier to reach the Earth Federation Army bases.

Besides, Kira was just trying to save someone. It wouldn't be good to leave them alone in the life pod..."

Before Thor Klune could finish, Sergeant Madoc opened the cockpit of the Reconnaissance Gear.

Inside was a female pilot who had fainted. The nearby soldiers immediately pulled her out and handcuffed her.

Not long after, the hatch of the life pod next to it also opened.

Thor Klune immediately leaned over, eager to see what Lacus Clyne looked like in person.

When the life pod hatch opened, a pink Haro jumped out, continuously chirping, "Haro, Haro, Lacus."

Then, Lacus Clyne, with her pink hair, floated out.

Thor Klune stared, mesmerized. She was indeed one of the most beautiful and adorable women in the Gundam SEED World. So cute.

If there weren't so many people here, he would have rushed forward to ask for her autograph.

Lacus Clyne, floating out, said in her sweet voice, "Thank you for your hard work."

Then, just like in the anime, she floated away. Fortunately, Kira Yamato was quick-witted and caught her.

Lacus smiled and said, "Thank you."

Kira Yamato's face turned red with shyness.

Thor Klune looked at Lacus Clyne's dazed expression and felt his youthful heart return, lamenting how good it was to be young.

Lacus Clyne looked at Kira Yamato's uniform and said with a dazed expression, "Ah, isn't this a ZAFT ship?"

Everyone around was speechless at her innocent cluelessness and shook their heads.

Only Thor's head shake had a different meaning.

[What a clever tactic, feigning retreat to advance.

If I didn't already know what kind of person she is, I would have been fooled too.

Indeed, the pink "Demon" on the outside is also black on the inside.]

Only the pure-hearted boy Kira Yamato couldn't help but praise Lacus for being so cute at this moment.

Thor Klune felt that Lacus Clyne's appearance was indeed good, no wonder she had captivated him back then.

However, compared to her, his Miriallia Haw was better – gentle, cute, responsible, and easy to get along with.

The only thing she couldn't compare to was her wealth. She couldn't afford to give him a Gundam equipped with an anti-neutron jammer nuclear engine.

But I have hands and feet, and Nami. I can build my own unit, I'm not jealous!

Then, Mwu La Flaga, Nataru Bagiru, and Mu La Flaga led Lacus Clyne and another female pilot away from the hangar towards the lounge for interrogation.

Kira Yamato, Sai Argyle, Cagalli Yula Athha, and some Archangel soldiers secretly followed them.

Thor Klune remained in the hangar, looking at the Reconnaissance Gear and said to Sergeant Madoc, "Uncle Madoc, can you help me modify this Reconnaissance Gear? I want to switch to piloting this unit, is that okay?"

Sergeant Madoc scratched his hair with both hands, looking reluctant.

"Ah, you brat, I knew it. Nothing good comes from you bringing back a Reconnaissance Gear.

Ah, this will increase our workload again, and we'll have to work overtime tonight."

After venting for a bit, he continued, "Tell me, how do you want to modify it? The sooner we finish, the sooner we can get off work and rest."

"Well, didn't we have a spare wrist from the Buster Gundam's right arm before?

I want to replace the Reconnaissance Gear's right arm with the Buster Gundam's, and add the Buster Gundam's Claw Anchor to the left arm.

The Claw Anchor should still be able to conduct high-voltage electricity like before, so we can continue to capture MS in the future."

Sergeant Madoc shook his head helplessly.

"However, we can't do anything about ZAFT's machine OS. Even if we finish the modification, you might not be able to pilot it.

Don't you already have a Moebius Kai? Are you already tired of the new one so quickly?"

"Uncle Madoc, I'm not. Don't talk nonsense.

Besides, piloting a robot is a man's romance. If I can pilot an MS, why would I pilot an MA?"

I'll have Kira handle the OS stuff, he seems to be better at it.

Oh, and it would be best to make the Buster Gundam's arms easily replaceable. I might switch to a different Gear later on anyway.

After all, the Reconnaissance Gear doesn't look very good.

Speaking of which, can MA's also be modified? Can I make them into universal MS backpacks? That way, I can use them with other units later on.

Sergeant Madoc was so angry at Thor Klune's long list of modification proposals that he wanted to hit someone with a wrench.

Thor Klune looked at his furious expression and said with a grin.

"Hahaha, Uncle Madoc, I was just kidding. Let's keep the Moebius Kai as a backup unit.

If Uncle Mu's Moebius Zero breaks down, this can be a replacement.

I'm leaving now, no need to see me off, bye-bye."

Thor Klune immediately left the troublesome area quickly. He'll come back after he's done with his modifications.

He also went to the lounge and saw Kira Yamato standing to the side, with Sai Argyle, Cagalli Yula Athha, and a few soldiers crouching by the door, eavesdropping.

Thor Klune felt that he couldn't be treated specially and had to actively integrate into the group.

He then joined them and crouched by the door with them to eavesdrop on Lacus Clyne and the others' conversation.

Unfortunately, before they could eavesdrop for a few seconds, and before they heard a single word, the lounge door suddenly opened.

Nataru Bagiruru walked out and fiercely said to the people at the door.

"What are you all doing? Haven't the supply handlers finished yet? Hurry back to your posts."

Thor Klune and the others could only leave immediately.

Only Kira Yamato was still standing there foolishly, staring intently at Lacus Clyne inside.

Lacus Clyne saw him and waved at him with a smile.

Kira Yamato's face turned bright red with shyness, and he awkwardly left.