High above the desolate landscape, Angel Angel soared with grace, her celestial wings carrying her through the vast expanse of the heavens. As she traversed the skies, her keen eyes caught sight of the ruins of 22-26, a beacon of sorrow amidst the darkness below.

Descending from the heavens, Angel landed amidst the shattered remnants of the once-thriving city. The Hiapong, sensing her presence, cowered in fear, their mindless instincts recognizing the celestial being before them.

"What's this sadness I'm sensing?" Angel whispered to herself, her voice a gentle melody that resonated with the echoes of loss that surrounded her. With each step, she immersed herself in the melancholy atmosphere, seeking solace amidst the ruins.

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As she walked, Angel engaged in a silent dialogue with herself, her thoughts a symphony of introspection and wonder. "What secrets do these ruins hold?" she mused, her ethereal presence a testament to the enduring mysteries of the world.

Amidst the rubble, Angel's gaze fell upon a familiar figure—a crimson robot named SURN, his form battered and broken, yet strangely resilient. With a sense of recognition, she approached him, her luminous presence casting a soft glow upon his shattered form.

"Hello there," SURN greeted, his synthetic voice tinged with a hint of curiosity. "Mind listening to my story?"

And as the echoes of their encounter lingered in the air, Angel and SURN stood amidst the ruins of 22-26, their unlikely meeting a testament to the enduring power of connection amidst the chaos of existence.

END OF CHAPTER 0.8