Oliya
Old Hat tried to ease the awkwardness. "She was probably just saying it casually. Cards aren't easy to get, and even if we did get one... it should probably be handed over to the military."
As he spoke, he studied the old woman's expression, worried that he might upset her.
The old woman was named Oliya. She had once been the mayor of a nearby town. Later, the Labyrinth Administrator here was killed by a Xenomorph, and the maze began spreading corruption outward. One after another, townspeople were diagnosed with strange illnesses. Oliya was the first to notice something was wrong and warn the higher-ups.
Afterward, she worked with the military to organize the evacuation of the local residents. Although most of them were safely evacuated, her body mutated from the corruption.
Because of that experience, Oliya held great prestige among the Infected.
Oliya suddenly grabbed Old Hat's hand, her eyes burning as she said, "We should try! Why shouldn't we try?"
Old Hat said bitterly, "Try... what would be the point? Oliya, we only have a few days left to live..."
Oliya gripped his hand even tighter. "It means nothing to us, but it means something to Vera. She isn't even eighteen yet. She shouldn't be waiting here to die with us at such a young age. It means something to Tiger too. He's an excellent soldier, and his infection symptoms aren't that severe. If he can get a Card, he can continue serving the military and the country. Old Hat, we should let them try!"
Old Hat fell silent for a long time before forcing a smile. "You're right. They're still young. They shouldn't be here waiting to die with us. We should try... But Cards aren't easy to obtain. According to her, we need to help