Thinking back to his early days at the Northern Front, Link remembered clearly how Edward had contributed the powerful talent Collapse to him—one that had enabled his battles to go so smoothly afterward.
Toward this man, Link felt only two words: gratitude and respect.
Not long after Edward received his commendation, the veteran announcer called another name.
"Link, member of the Eagle Hatchling Camp!"
"Present!"
Link straightened his back, stepped out from the crowd, and made his way slowly onto the stage.
General Nate also stood up and walked over to him, resuming the ceremonial reading.
"This young man, Link, despite his age, has already shown the courage to disregard life and death. For the safety of the Northern Front, he voluntarily ventured into peril, risking his life to uncover the collusion between those moonfolk bastards and traitors within our own kind."
