"Hmmm, I see... ......, you've taught me well."

Jin met 700672 and immediately explained the facts he had discovered so far.

"This who said he was my is probably one of my 's compatriots, isn't he?"

"I see.

"What I'm more interested in is the treatment of the fragment of <>...... or was it <>? What about the debris?

"Yes, sir."

Jin also explains the measures he has in mind.

"Well, if it's a small one, Jin-dono can handle it by himself. The problem is that it is a huge one, isn't it?

Yes.

"I suggest that we change its trajectory. Not up and down, but left and right.

What do you mean?

As expected, Jin could not understand what 700672 was saying with his all-night head.

"The here refers to the planetary orbital planes of the Celanese solar system. Thus, <> as well."

"......"

Even Jin, whose mind had been dulled by lack of sleep, could understand the hint.

"<> would mean that the direction is away from Serang. But if we do that, there is a possibility that the gravitational pull will bring it back again."

"That's right."

700672 smiled.

"And it would be inefficient because it would be going against the gravitational force. You might as well change its trajectory to one that will plunge it into the Celan."

"I see. ......!"

The original orbit is a long elliptical orbit that grazes the sun. If we can get it a little closer to the sun .......

"It should be easy to change the orbit since it is not against the gravitational force. No need for complicated calculations. Just make it go straight for Celan."

This would require two thirds to half the work that Jin had originally planned.

"However, it is certain that we will pass by this ars, so we should take precautions against that.

"Yes, I agree. Thank you for your advice.

Jin thanked him and was about to leave when No. 700672 stopped him unexpectedly.

"Wait a minute. I've been thinking ...... about this being's , and there's a chance he's not on this planet to begin with."

"What?

"It is only a guess, a possibility. It is a possibility considering what I know about my and his philosophy of conduct.

It is said that <<, i.e. of 700672 was a very thorough individualist.

In the worst case, it would be <, but the 700672 could not use such an expression.

"Not originally on Ars, which means ......"

Another planet, or outer space.

"Yes. Perhaps they are or were staying on Hale?"

There was a faction that opposed the migration, 700672 says.

"So you don't mind if this Arus is destroyed?"

"That's what I mean. Well, this has nothing to do with the incident. It is just for your information, Mr. Jin.

I understand. Thank you very much."

Jin thanked him and left the 700672 this time.

* * * * * *

When Jin returned, he was greeted by Reinhardt.

"Welcome back, Jin. ......You have a glimmer of light on your face?"

"Yes, but only barely.

"Yeah, barely, but I'm glad. Oh yeah, Erza's getting some rest. Jin should get some sleep.

Yeah. I'll just give you a few instructions first.

Jin ordered the old man to build a large force field generator, a propulsion device to change the trajectory of the debris.

"Yes. I'm counting on you."

Jin then turned to Reinhardt,

"I'll take a little nap, if you don't mind.

"Okay," he said.

"Yeah, yeah, that's a good idea. I'll stay in the command center until Jin wakes up.

I'm sorry.

Don't worry about it. I'll just be here. I won't be able to give you the same instructions as Jin.

But still... Thank you."

After saying these words, Jin turned and walked back to his house.

He entered the bedroom, threw himself down, and fell asleep instantly.

Reiko gently pulled the futon over him.

* * * * * * * * * * *

It is 3:00 p.m. Penglai Island time.

After sleeping for about 5 hours, Elsa woke up.

"N......?"

She was surprised to see Jin sleeping on the futon next to her.

She almost screamed, but she suppressed it in haste.

"...... since when?"

I saw his sleeping face and realized that my worries must be gone.

Not wanting to wake Jin, I quietly slip out of the futon, open the sliding door so as not to make a sound, and step out into the hallway.

"Ah, Reiko!

"Miss Elsa, you're awake. Where's your father?

"He's sleeping well. I'll let him sleep a little longer.

I'll let him sleep a little longer. Are you preparing dinner?

Yes. I'll make him whatever he wants.

I'll stay here until your father wakes up.

"Yes, you do that."

Elsa went to the kitchen and Reiko again kept watch in the hallway.

And at 4:00 P.M..

"Sleep well."

Jin woke up.

"Are you awake, father?"

Reiko opened the sliding door.

"Ah, Reiko. You slept well. I feel refreshed. ...... where's Elsa?"

Elsa-sama woke up about an hour ago and is preparing dinner.

"I see. The time is a little after ......4. I think I'll go take a bath at ...... and wake up."

I'll wash your back.

Jin and Reiko go to the bathroom.

Since it is a hot spring, the water is always flowing, so they can take a bath immediately.

"Oh, this will wake me up."

Jin stretches out in the bathtub.

"Father, please don't take it too hard.

"I know. This is the last time.

I hope that's all right.

Jin felt a little sorry for worrying Reiko.

He thanked Reinhardt as well, smiled and said, "Don't worry about it.

* * * * * *

"Yes, it's delicious!

Dinner consisted of white rice, miso soup with fried bean curd and tofu, boiled greens, grilled toroto (a fish similar to loquat trout), and stewed sweet potatoes.

All of them were Jin's favorite dishes.

"Oh, it was delicious. Thank you, Elsa.

I'm glad Jin was pleased.

I'm sorry for worrying you. I'm sorry, Elsa.

No, that's okay. Brother Jin, good luck. But don't forget that we're with you.

Elsa's kindness soaked into him.

Jin renewed his determination to do his best again tomorrow.