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Alice heard the commander's words with a somewhat concerned expression. It was a given that their position wasn't the best one. Alice knew well that certain... tactics were a given when fighting against powerful enemies, but even so... There was a line one should not cross. No matter the goal or cause... Kleo's outburst was also [i]definitely[/i] not helping. Fortunately, she soon fell unconscious due to probably either continuously overexerting herself or the wounds reopening. While not technically a good thing, it would give them time to explain things to her... and try to prevent her to further test the commander's patience and leniency.

[color=8882be]"Thank you, commander. Forgive us for Kleo's... Outburst. She went through a lot and lost a good deal of blood."[/color] Alice said, gently putting Kleo's arms over her shoulder and lifting her as the commander turned to them, suggesting to take Kleo to the medical bay.

[color=8882be]"While not exactly 'special forces', I understand the position we are in and I understand that some times, some... 'interference' is needed to make the situation evolve in the way we want it to... With that said..."[/color] Alice said, pausing as she tried her best to measure her words so they wouldn't be taken as an offense or a sign of insubordination by the commander.

[color=8882be]"There is a certain line where the 'whatever it takes' approach stops being acceptable or justifiable. Wanting to succeed on our goal is a given, but we should be careful to not do anything to cross this line. Should we do, bringing the popular opinion against us will be just one of our worries."[/color] Alice said, bowing a bit just to make sure her words wouldn't be misunderstood as challenging or threatening.

[color=8882be]"In this case though, I fully understand and agree that our interference was definitely necessary to both hasten and make these 'peace talks' being taken more seriously."[/color] Alice completed, once again bowing, thanking the Commander for both hearing her words and for his service before turning and nodding to the rest of her team, getting ready to take Kleo to the medical bay.

[color=8882be]"Oh, and... I'm sorry for the blood and all the confusion... Anyways... welcome to the team! You can count on me for scouting and long-range fire support."[/color] Alice said in a lower tone before leaving, turning to King with a smile.

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