You take a bite and let me see (Is my data hinting at something?)

Of course, this doesn't mean that the nuclear bomb was brought by Lenoya Sala, or that the Earth Alliance targeted this place to launch a nuclear bomb.

It's because Lenoya Sala was the highest-ranking deceased person from the Bloody Valentine.

Her death directly affected two important figures: Councilor Sala and Athrun.

Actually, Noel initially thought about saving her, but... he was powerless.

A person who can't even guarantee their own safety, can you expect them to do anything?

Besides the reasons above, Noel actually had a bit of selfishness and avoidance.

The only thing he could rely on in this world was the vague premonition from his memories.

If Lenoya Sala were actually saved, with her status as Athrun's mother and the wife of the PLANT Minister of Defense, what kind of impact would she have on this world?

Would what happened afterward still unfold as he knew it?

In a completely unfamiliar world full of dangers, if he lost this only cheat, could he truly survive in this world?

Don't look at how well the protagonist group is doing, with all their cheats and advantages, being awesome from the first episode to the finale.

Besides them being the protagonists, another reason is their strength.

Kira and Athrun, each in their own exclusive mobile suit, with no other elite mobile suits to hold them back, these two are gods on the battlefield!

ZAFT or the Earth Alliance, they basically kill as many as come!

And what about himself?

A Pseudo-Coordinator, with nothing special except the label of a Coordinator on his back.

No strength, no talent, no background...

In summary, he's just a crude person, nothing special. In this situation, shouldn't he find a way to survive instead of trying to be a savior?

Remember, when powerful people show off, it's genuinely impressive, but when someone with insufficient strength shows off... they're just an idiot!

Therefore, Noel Cassia could only choose to save Asya, which was his greatest effort.

After all, looking through the entire anime, besides Athrun, there was no one named Asya, and of course, no one named Noel Cassia. It's likely that two minor characters wouldn't have any significant role.

"Speaking of which... how am I supposed to get Asya to eat this? Pry her mouth open and force-feed her?"

Noel stopped what he was doing, looking at his half-finished creation, and suddenly felt troubled.

Noel's goal was simple: make Asya sick so she would miss the shuttle. Lenoya Sala couldn't possibly force a sick person onto the shuttle, could she?

This thing in front of him was made according to methods found online. Its effects were abdominal pain, dizziness, and limb weakness... etc.

However, it wasn't fatal, at most, it would just be uncomfortable for a while.

And judging by its appearance, the effect would surely be very pleasing.

But the appearance was truly too much. Unless a normal person was out of their mind, no one would be able to stomach it!

"Knock knock~"

"Noel, brother, it's time to eat!"

Just as Noel was standing in the room, wondering how to get Asya to eat this delicacy, Anna's voice suddenly came from outside the door.

"Coming right up!" Noel quickly got up, preparing to put the food away. This thing couldn't be exposed. If he were accused of poisoning, wouldn't that be...

"Creeeak~"

However, before Noel could finish tidying up, Anna outside the door pushed the door open and walked in.

"Ew~! Noel, brother, what is this smell? Why is it so awful!"

Anna covered her nose as soon as she entered. The smell was overwhelming, even a bit stinging to the eyes.

"This..."

Noel, holding the dark cuisine he made, was speechless. How should he explain this?

"Ah, this is Traditional Chinese Medicine! A treasure with a long history!"

Suddenly, Noel had a flash of inspiration and came up with a lame excuse.

Speaking of which, it must be mentioned that Traditional Chinese Medicine exists in this world too. Because Coordinators come from various countries, PLANT also has Traditional Chinese Medicine.

"Traditional Chinese Medicine... what is that?" Anna asked with a puzzled expression.

"As the name suggests, it's a medicine for treating illnesses!"

Noel quickly explained. Seeing Anna's confused look, he continued, "Don't mind the bad smell, but good medicine tastes bitter. Once you take this Traditional Chinese Medicine, it'll cure your illness immediately and you'll be full of energy!"

"Really?" Anna clearly didn't believe Noel's explanation, her small face full of suspicion.

"Of course it's true! Do you think I'd lie to you!" Noel quickly replied.

"Then take a bite and show me?" Anna continued.

"This..."

Noel was instantly speechless. Take a bite? I'd have to be an idiot to take a bite!

"Didn't you say it was Traditional Chinese Medicine for treating illnesses? Aren't you making it for yourself because you're sick?" Anna wasn't stupid, or rather, as Coordinators, there were basically no stupid individuals.

"Sick? When did I say I..."

"Then why did you make this Traditional Chinese Medicine?"

"I was..."

"Why aren't you going down to eat... Gasp! What is this smell!"

Before Noel could finish speaking, Asya walked in from outside the door, only to be overwhelmed by the pungent smell the moment they entered.

"This..."

"It's Traditional Chinese Medicine!"

Before Noel could even speak, Anna had already answered.

"Traditional Chinese Medicine?" Asya looked confused. Why was there suddenly Traditional Chinese Medicine?

"This..."

"Brother Noel seems to be sick. Should we go to the hospital to see him!"

Anna once again cut off Noel's words. Looking at the tearful Anna, Noel didn't know what kind of expression to wear for a moment.

If he didn't realize he had been tricked by Anna now, he would have lived all these years in vain!

"Noel, you're sick? Are you okay? Could it be that the injury from last time hasn't healed yet?" Hearing this, Asya suddenly remembered the car accident.

It had only been a little over a month since Noel's last car accident, and he hadn't rested well during this time. Could his old injury have relapsed?

Moreover, Noel had shown signs of his old injury relapsing just a few days ago.

"I, this..."

Noel was speechless. How should he answer this?

"Brother Noel, should we go to the hospital?" Anna asked with feigned concern, wiping away her tears.

"No, no, I'm fine." Noel quickly refused. With the situation so urgent, how could he have time to go to the hospital for a check-up?

"Why not! Come on! Let's go together!" Asya thought, If he's making Traditional Chinese Medicine for himself, it would be a miracle if he were fine.

"Really, no need! I'm really fine!"

Noel quickly steadied himself, holding the basin and struggling with Asya, while also unable to resist glaring fiercely at Anna.

"Why not, come on..."

"Really, no need! I'm not going to the hospital!"

As the two were struggling, Anna, who had been glared at by Noel, seemed to have thought of something and couldn't help but say, "Brother Asya, since Brother Noel doesn't want to, let's not go to the hospital then."

"Anna?" Asya looked confused. He knew Anna and Noel had a good relationship, so why suddenly...

Noel was about to give Anna an encouraging look, but when he turned his head, he noticed the slight upturn of Anna's lips and his alarm bells immediately went off.

As expected, Anna continued, "Brother Noel, is what you just said true?"

"What's true or false?" Noel watched Anna warily. This girl was acting strange!

"Isn't this supposed to cure all illnesses?" Anna continued to ask.

"This..." Noel was stunned. Why did he feel something was off? No, he seemed to know what was off!

"How about you try taking this medicine?" Anna asked hesitantly.

"I... this..."

Noel's premonition came true. This girl was actually serious about tricking him!

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