Not bad. It might not have been a feast of rare delicacies, but it was still a fairly rich accompaniment.
Vera was very interested in Quinque manufacturing technology and the related modification processes.
Third...
"Vera."
"Vera?"
"Vera Adelheid..."
The calls pulled part of Vera's attention away from sorting through herself and back to the reality outside.
A new Outer Heaven interaction, the power of three Veras added to her body and fused into one. Her body instantly brimmed with strength, enhanced in every aspect. Wonderful! Exhilarating! It was as though every piece of Combat Cybernetics in her body was joyfully locking into place, erupting with a theoretical 99.99999% compatibility. The suddenly increased strength made the data pad's touchscreen crack the moment Vera lightly clenched her hand as usual.
The touchscreen let out a crisp crack, followed by the tiny electric arc produced when its electronic components failed.
"Ma'am?"
"Supervisor Russell?!"
Vera turned her head to see Shintaro Takayama looking at her in confusion. Goro Takemura, Sandayu Oda, and the Arasaka Cyber Ninjas responsible for the security of the presentation hall immediately looked at her with vigilance and bewilderment.
She had given them quite a fright. At Lord Saburo's presentation, why had she crushed a data pad?
"Ah, sorry. I was just considering an improvement plan when inspiration suddenly struck. You know that feeling?"
Without any discomfort, as though it had always been meant to be this way, Vera quickly and smoothly adapted to the power of the new "unity" enhancement. With an unchanged expression, she gestured as she spoke.
"I see."
Takemura and Oda nodded, then continued carrying out their duties. Their sharp gazes scanned the faces and bodies of the reporters and media personnel in the hall. Shintaro Takayama, meanwhile, motioned for Vera to follow. Lord Saburo's presentation was