While she was cowering in her place, trying to reel herself back from the emotional outburst, Elora didn't notice the handkerchief that was offered to her by one of the other girls. She looked up from her hands, and froze as her eyes met Sigma's gaze. She couldn't tell what she wanted due to her emotionless expression, but she decided to do as she wanted. [i]Maybe she's just being nice...[/i]

She reached for the handkerchief, but stopped: She yelped in surprise as Ariin crouched down right next to her. His metallic iris stared straight at her, shining on her with a light that sent chills down Elora's spine. She shut her mouth, holding back the need to scream, and listened to what the martian had to say. When it became clear that he meant well, and actually suggested to team up, she calmed down as relief replaced fear. Elora sniffed, and then gave an adorable smile. "Th-Thank you for the offer, mister Sorus. I'm Elora Liu'un, and I, um, pilot Logic Gate. It's a scouting and reconnaissance unit, so it's bad at fighting alone." She listened as the older boy told about his own family, and she started to feel better knowing there was someone here who wouldn't treat her badly. "I'll d-do my best out there, I promise."

Elora finally took the handkerchief, and bowed her head to Sigma. As much as she expected a scodling from her, it stil hurt when it happened. However, she had a good point about not crying. "I-I'm sorry. I'm still new to all this. I won't cry again. Please don't be mad at me." She swore that she would grow stronger and become a valuable pilot. "I'm a-also fourteen..." She said, and then blew her nose on the handkerchief. She didn't add anything else for fear of being verbally attacked. The man looked irritated enough as is, and his attitude wasn't any different from the boys who bullied her back in her old home world. However, as bad as a first impression she made with her emotional blunder, at least she wouldn't have to face the coming battle alone.