Volume 4 Chapter 2 Lesson 2: Escape, aside from confrontation Translator:Irid, Proofreader:Arc, Catchkatch, Wryn How is Dars condition? Theodore asked as he attached electrodes to Ezarts body. The same. That kid is throwing a huge temper tantrum this time, Ezart replied as he reclined lazily. This time it isnt just a temper tantrum, Theodore sighed. Why do all of you like denying it so much? Ezart asked. The way I see it, hes just throwing a temper tantrum. All you have to do is coax him a bit, and after some time everything will be fine! Theodore laughed bitterly. If only it was really that easy. As for you guys, leaving this thing that looks so much like Dar in the house cant be too good, right? Ezart scrutinised DS II. This... thing is practically identical to Dar. That wont be a problem; theres no way you would confuse him with Dark Sun. DS II is a clone. He does not have a brain, so to speak, and his skull contains only computer chips, so hes completely different from Dark Sun, whose foundation is human. Even if one day DS II crashed suddenly and claimed to be Dark Sun, an x-ray would easily clear things up, Theodore flippantly replied. Thats not the problem Ezart scratched his head, unable to put the reason in words. He just thought this situation seemed really weird. Seeing two Dars was already quite weird for Ezart; when Dar looked at himself standing in front of him, he must have felt exceedingly strange! Ring ring Phone! DS II called out. Since he happened to be right next to the phone, he picked it up. Smiling happily, he said, Hello, this is the Solaris Residence. DS II speaking. Devons face appeared on the telephone screen. At first, when he saw Dars adorable smiling face, Devons heart leapt violently in what was almost pure ecstasy, believing that Theodore had finally succeeded in bringing Dar back but after the next sentence, he realised that it was DS II. He froze and his joy quickly faded. Suddenly, his heart contracted painfully. Gege, youre okay, right? DS IIs eyes were wide, his face full of concern. Hearing the word Gege only made Devons heartbreak worse, and he reached out a hand to turn off the telephone screen. The sound of Solaris Emperor drifted through the phone. That was Kyles voice, and his tone was extremely strained. Gege, gege, youre okay, right? DS II asked worriedly, his eyes immediately reddening. Im fine, fine. Devon turned the screen on again as he replied with these words. His face was as white as a sheet, but his expression was still as haughty as usual. He threw a glance to the side, saying coldly, I dont need to take any medicine. Just continue doing your job, Bill. Gege, are you alright? DS II tilted his head as he asked, eyes flushed red, expression pitiful. Devon looked deeply into that face, and sighed. DS II, leave us for a bit and let me talk with Avery. Okay. Theodore braced himself as he walked over to the telephone. Devon did not bother to beat around the bush. How is Dars condition? Same as usual. After Theodore said this, he didnt dare look at the screen to see how ugly Devons expression had become. Devon was silent for some time, his pale face darkening. Should I put you through to Dar? At that moment, Theodore only wished to see less of the Solaris Emperor. Devon lifted his head and had just opened his mouth when Solaris Emperor, it is time for your conference. Devon quieted, then said, Theres no need to put me through to Dar; Ill return home in a bit anyway. Is Ezart there? Just have him stay a little longer. Itll be fine for him and Dar to go to school together tomorrow. No way. At night I have to fight in the arena. Ezart replied without a hint of social grace. Youre not allowed to bring Dar with you to fight in the arena! Its too dangerous! Devon ranted furiously. Ezart snorted. Even if I wanted to bring him now, do you think the present him would come willingly? Ezart! Theodore hurriedly tried to interrupt his words. Dont remind the Solaris Emperor of Dars current condition Devon was silent for a moment. In the end he just replied emotionlessly. Im going to attend the conference. And with that, he hung up. Cant you even hold back from saying two sentences? Theodore almost sounded like Eloise when she wailed. After a moment, he laughed bitterly. Youre not afraid of him, but I am very afraid, he said. Ezart gave the doctor a contemptuous look. As he tore off the electrodes from his body, he said, Are you done with the checkup? I told you Im doing great, but you still insist that I come every three days. He clicked his tongue irritably. Im in a hurry today, so Ill be leaving. Wait a second! Theodore howled. Just let me experiment for a bit! Experiment? I mean, examine a bit. Theodore used his most innocent expression as he corrected himself.

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