Lightchaser took a deep breath. Her lips pressed together, loosened, pressed again, as if she were swallowing down an entire list of insults.
While she stood there visibly "typing…", Ash Cinders and the others had already pieced together what was going on from BS Rita's explanation.
But after explaining, Rita added solemnly, "They're definitely not the same person. Lightchaser is Lightchaser. Lynx Duke is Lynx Duke.
"If Lightchaser were Lynx Duke, then wouldn't Lynx Duke be my equipment? That's obviously impossible.
"Lynx Duke might have been strong, but Lightchaser is the SS Future.
"Right, Lightchaser?"
Lightchaser slowly lowered the blade she had been pressing against her student's chest. She looked barely satisfied.
Maple Syrup shoved BS Rita several times with her wing. "Quick, blow more Doormat Balloons! Hurry!"
Rita, who was checking whether Lightchaser's blade had poked holes in her clothes: "…"
