Over the last couple volumes, I've really been missing Nat and Sera's dynamic from the early volumes, and while I always assumed that was intentional, I was honestly a little skeptical that the pay off would make it all worth it for me. I'm so glad to be proven wrong. This chapter would have been amazing in any context, but the feeling of release at Nat finally breaking down Sera's emotional barrier after so long of them being both physically and emotionally separated really takes it over the top. I also appreciate that Nat didn't go for the kiss here. I wonder if that's because she's holding back since she thinks Sera is about to die, or because she genuinely doesn't realize the depth of her own feelings yet. Either way, I'm glad Kamejiro is leaving a big relationship moment on the table for later, (assuming they don't just kiss next chapter, lol.)
Thanks for the TL!