The consequence of doing so, however, was that the members of Squad 009—who had been completely played—happily walked away with group photos and autographs from Painter and the Sword Saint.
This, of course, excluded the nameless squad standing off to the side, feeling the cold breeze.
Still, everyone had been treated to a rare and joyful gathering, biting into skewers, sipping drinks, and sharing peals of laughter.
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