Chapter 823: Heading to Space
Xiao Ran looked at Cagalli's appearance and sighed softly. Waving a hand, he said to Lacus, "I never intended to blame her, but with her personality and the mistakes she made, she really needs to reflect on herself properly."
"All right, I only want to tell you this: Orb may appear neutral on the surface, while ZAFT and the Earth Force are at war, but in truth, Orb has long since been swept into the vortex of war and cannot escape. On the surface, it is a confrontation between three powers, but beneath the surface, things are even more dangerous. More hidden forces are taking this opportunity to stir things up everywhere, trying to ignite an even larger war to achieve their unspeakable goals. Even the fall of Junius 7 was not merely the work of a small group of Coordinators. At a time like this, nothing else can happen with Cagalli. From today onward, she will stay obediently in the residence. Without my permission, she is not to take even one step outside."
Lacus nodded, agreeing with Xiao Ran's arrangement, then began quietly consoling Cagalli. Xiao Ran turned to Kira and said, "Orb still has an unmanned unit at the moment. Until your exclusive machine is ready, you'll pilot that one and remain in Orb for now. I have to leave now. We can discuss anything else after I return."
As he spoke, Xiao Ran nodded to Mwu. Though the two did not have much interaction now, a single exchange of looks was enough for them to understand each other. At the same time, Xiao Ran was telling Mwu with his eyes to keep watch over Cagalli. She nodded in understanding as well.
Xiao Ran rose to his feet and walked past the others.