Mina's Doubts

A shuttle departed from Earth.

After its identity was confirmed, the shuttle entered Heaven's Pillar.

Mina Sahak stood quietly in the hangar with several adjutants, waiting.

A moment later.

The hatch opened.

"Miss Mina, it has been a long time."

Wearing a white dress, Lacus stepped out of the shuttle under Andrew's protection and smiled at Mina. "Please forgive my sudden visit."

Mina Sahak glanced coolly at her. Her gaze lingered briefly on Lacus's finger before she turned and said without looking back, "Come. This isn't the place to talk."

Before long, the two arrived in a reception room.

Andrew and the adjutants left the room, leaving the space to the two women.

"What brought you here so suddenly?"

Mina Sahak had no intention of exchanging pleasantries with Lacus and got straight to the point.

"I've run into a small problem recently and need your help."

Lacus did not hide anything and answered Mina's question with a smile.

"For you to come in person, the trouble you encountered must be rather serious."

As thoughts raced through Mina Sahak's mind, she smiled without revealing anything.

"My, my. Isn't it only proper etiquette to come in person when asking someone for a favor?"

Lacus feigned surprise as she countered.

"As expected of the Princess. You certainly understand etiquette."

Mina Sahak spoke pointedly.

"I thought Miss Mina was the same as me. It seems I was presumptuous."

Lacus replied with a smile.

"Heh."

Mina shook her head and smiled. "Then what gift did you bring for this visit?"

"I thought we were good friends, helping each other. It seems I overstepped."

Lacus's eyes flickered as she smiled meaningfully.

Mina Sahak's gaze flickered as well.

After pondering briefly.

Mina shook her head and asked, "Tell me. What do you want me to do for