Chapter 82 -82-A Precious Gift
"You little brat, can’t even tell when someone’s complimenting you?"
Finally shedding his dignified façade as a general, Nate revealed his true, more easygoing self.
He stood up, walked over to Link, and ruffled his hair with a grin. "Enough with the nonsense. Come with me—I’m going to take you to collect the gift I promised you earlier."
"Yes, sir!"
Link remembered Edward’s advice and addressed Nate formally with respect.
Unexpectedly, Nate’s expression soured as he put on a mock frown. "Sir? You’re making us sound like strangers! Are you treating me like an outsider now?"
"Uh?"
Link was stunned, unsure how to respond. "Then... how should I address you, General?"
With a sweeping gesture of his hand, Nate declared, "Didn’t I just say not to be so formal? Just call me Uncle Nate."
"This... wouldn’t that come off as a little disrespectful?"
"Hey, you blockhead. Don’t you get it? In front of others, I’m still the general. But in private, just call me uncle. Military ranks don’t always have to be so stiff—only sticklers like Edward cling to that sort of thing."
"...Alright, Uncle Nate. Got it."