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Irina was in the body of ABCIR at the time, wasn't she? She was in a weaker state, so I think it makes sense for her to avoid Elluka at that point. She may have even been still getting over the time she had murdered her, or maybe she justed wanted to keep a low-profile to avoid getting caught. Having an element of surprise can put one in a rather advantegous and strategic point... Although if she were going for that shock, she may not have killed as many people. '>> Rather mysterious.

I haven't read the later books of that series yet, but from what I gather she does seem to be lacking awareness. Perhaps Elluka was testing her, all the while carefully clueing in her mind on things. We can't really be sure, but I could certainly see it as a test. Elluka has seen many friends ultimately betray her in some way, so she may have been observing Gumillia's dedication to getting her back...?

* USP does not know, but certainly finds it interesting.