The Empire of Reimia (3)

Xenomia seemed to fade away for a moment. "She must have had a really tough childhood... Growing up as an orphan, on the streets, surrounded by aggressive people... And the only joy she could find was in weapons, which probably gave her some kind of protection and confidence... It's not surprising that she sometimes has trouble understanding what's right and what's wrong. It's my duty as a friend to help her, to guide her... She's really kind, Eli, and good, she saved my life. I'm sure that with time, she'll open up and become completely different."
Xenomia approaches Eli and gently puts her arm around her, saying in a voice that only she can hear:
"Listen, your idea... well... I think it makes sense... You were counting on us having two medics here, you and Selena, so we can let loose and go all out, right? To gain maximum experience! Just understand that most people won't understand this, and I myself won't be able to shoot at you because of my secret, which you know... And besides, it could still be dangerous, Eli. What if you or someone else... gets injured too badly and I can't save you?! Have you thought about how many real wars, bloody battles, with bullets flying everywhere, with shells, with real enemies who want our death, we'll miss? How many experiences will become inaccessible to us if we make a mistake now!"
"And... maybe you'll listen to my idea? We can simulate military exercises, like in national and school Competitive events! It's much more interesting than just standing opposite each other and shooting, like at a target, right? Remember how great it was back then? Let's ask swift Bert to run and get the gear and do it right now, and then again and again, it will be our lifestyle! What do you say, Eli?"