Dido had just run to the bathroom and splashed some water on her face. She was now wet, but much more awake and able to concentrate on her work as a maid.
Su Xin was no longer worried and laid on the table chatting casually: "It seems to be raining a lot recently..."
"Well...it's almost summer, right? It's almost May, and there are indeed more rainy days during the period between Grain Rain and Beginning of Summer." Ning Hai took the porcelain cup and answered casually.
Pinghai had no idea what Grain Rain or Beginning of Summer was. She only knew that it was almost May and her commander's birthday seemed to be approaching.
But the cake looked so delicious that she didn't have time to pick it up. She just kept eating it with a small spoon.
As Su Xin, whose birthday is May 5, which is both meaningful and meaningless, of course she would not care about such a small matter.
She doesn't really like celebrating her birthday. Last year, the whole Hong Kong gave her a surprise. She was definitely touched, but the ceremony was a bit big. This year, she just wants to have a meal, blow out the candles and be done with it.
As for the rest... I haven't really thought about it. If something goes wrong, I'll just deal with it as it comes.
Instead of celebrating her birthday, she was more interested in this year's summer event and immediately asked the organizer, the observer: "Are there any changes to this year's event?"
The observer licked the spoon and didn't care much. "Your place is under the jurisdiction of the Purifier. I don't think she can do anything fancy. She should just swipe the monsters, right?"
Come to think of it, "Purifier" has become "Purification Parent" or even "Big Eyed Cute". The last time he showed his courage to defeat a hundred alone was in the last time.
Now? Already touched.
The Purifiers probably don't plan to show up this year, so we can just send those Executors who are watching cartoons at home out for a stroll. Anyway, the Ship Girls who haven't [Cognitive Awakening] yet can't beat them.
In this way, Su Xin can go out to sea and gain experience and carry out the third phase of scientific research with peace of mind.
However, considering the current official attention to her own port area, she was a little worried that she would be exposed, so she asked the observers for their opinions.
"Do you think my trick of putting on makeup before going out to sea will still work?"
"Ah? I don't think so." The observer shamelessly asked the maid for another piece of cake, "Many humans will come to you to socialize, and you won't be able to leave."
This is indeed a bit difficult. Su Xin currently has no good way to prevent herself from being exposed.
The observer thought about it and took the opportunity to tempt him: "Why don't you join us [Sirens]? Anyway, you don't communicate with humans much. If you come to us, those humans won't be able to do anything to you."
"Don't give me those bad ideas." Helena glanced at the interested observer, "If I get exposed, what will happen to my parents?"
"Just take it over together. At worst I can build a base just for you." The observer said, looking like he had no shortage of money.
Su Xin actually also felt that it was inappropriate. If it was just her, it wouldn't matter, but her parents were real human beings, and if she changed jobs, they would definitely be implicated.
Even if the observer can put pressure on the authorities by using the identity of "Siren", there is no guarantee that Su's father and mother will feel uncomfortable, so after thinking about it, it is better to give up.
Anyway, there is no rush for this matter. She has no idea who will be on the third phase of scientific research ships. It will not be too late to build the remaining members of the second phase first and then consider it.
Since Frederick the Great unlocked and successfully built it, the compensation mechanism for the second phase of scientific research has been available.
Just like the first phase of scientific research, you can spend [Mind Cubes] to fill the experience bars of other scientific research ships, and use supplies to purchase scientific research blueprints.
As long as Su Xin wanted, she could launch all the remaining ship girls from the second phase of scientific research in less than two minutes. However, it would be difficult to explain to the officials, and it would have a great impact on the inventory of the [Mind Cube].
In order to ensure that Eugen's work will not be extended indefinitely, and to allow himself to "eat" some cubes every day to increase the progress of the [Virtual Port Area], the second phase of scientific research will have to wait for a while.
"...But Ron can build it in the first phase. Anyway, the experience is full, so it's just a matter of one trip."
Su Xin was determined and took action. When the rain stopped, she went to the Iron Blood Castle to invite Frederick the Great. She grabbed the other's clothes and walked towards the warehouse with a heroic spirit.
What pink-cutting black, what release enthusiasts, what strange habits of extreme destruction, with the Emperor Mom around, the sense of security is instantly maximized.
Frederick the Great, who was in the middle of writing a piece of music, was inexplicably brought out. Instead of being annoyed, he smiled happily and rubbed the kid's head twice.
To be honest, it was so easy. She felt that her height matched that of the little guy perfectly. If she was an inch taller, it would be a flaw.
In order to maintain the height difference, she has to touch the little conductor's head every day so that he will not continue to grow before adulthood. For this reason, she will patiently participate in all activities that can create space for them to get along.
As for the woman that came out of the machine?
As long as they can't beat me, I have absolute say, which is especially prominent when they are in the same Iron Blood camp.
Therefore, when Ron came out with a smile on his face, what he saw was the extremely oppressive warship in front of him with its warship equipment fully deployed, and the little cutie in his arms with his feet dangling in the air.
"...A chicken with his mother's support? I always feel like...something is not right?"
Chapter 749: Coffee Shop, Moving!
In a way, Ron is actually a warmonger.
Unlike Kaga who longs to become stronger, she prefers the wonderful feeling of bombarding and tearing the enemy apart on the battlefield, which gives her full satisfaction.
Every morning when he checked in for training at the training ground, whether he was against Ibuki or Louis IX, Ron would still look "unsatisfied" after the training.
At this time, Frederick the Great, who had been left empty due to the number of people, would smile and walk forward, dragging his "bad kids" who were still not satisfied into the venue.
What followed was an all-round crushing victory without any suspense. Ron was beaten to the point where he lay on his back on the water, unable to get up. The emperor then slowly withdrew his hands and lifted Ron's waist to bring him up.
But even so, Ron would continue to be unhappy the next morning and continue to be beaten.
Su Xin knew that the other party just wanted a battle that could be carried out to the end, rather than a measured "playing house" like the port area exercises.
However, there was still a month before the summer event. Su Xin estimated that Ron would have to endure another forty days of beatings before he could hold his head high in the summer event.
But this is also good, and it can help Ron accumulate some experience in advance, so that he doesn't have to rely on instinct when he goes on the field.
After resting for a few days, the unconscious Yorktown woke up. When the commander and others arrived, the pale-faced Yorktown was comforting Haman who was crying in his arms.
"Okay... stop crying. What's there to cry about? Don't you always say you hate me the most...?"
"I, I was just saying it casually... Ugh... You knew it... and you still lied to me that it was a human. Do you know how worried we were about you...?"
Yorktown smiled bitterly and patted the little expellee on the back, then raised his head and curled the corners of his lips to the little commander, "Thank you for your help..."
Su Xin hurriedly shook her head. Most of her Rubik's Cube inventory was given by Yorktown. The other party also helped her a lot when she used the pseudonym. Now all she was doing was returning the favor.
But there was one thing she was always curious about, "Sister York City, why did you... leave by yourself?"
"Well..." York looked at the quiet [Helena] and felt a little ashamed. "I always feel that I have brought too much burden to Nana, and the effect of her ring is becoming less and less obvious. Instead of wasting it on me..."
[Helena] pursed her lips and touched the metal ring that was forced onto her ring finger, feeling half annoyed and half moved.
Su Xin was also quite surprised. "Don't you know that I have something similar that can help you heal?"
Yorktown took out a small wrench from his pocket. "Are you referring to this? I'm not sure. I only knew that you were special. As a human being, you look very similar to a ship girl..."
[Helena] was stunned for a moment, and said apologetically, "I'm sorry, I should have told you this earlier, or come back to see you earlier, and things wouldn't have developed to this point..."
"Why should you blame yourself? I've been able to live this long because of your help, haven't you?" York City smiled gently, "And you're looking for someone important, right? It's normal to be busy. There's no need to apologize for it."
"Actually... I've found it..." In front of York City, Helena rarely showed her daughterly attitude, "It's Sister Su..."
"...Huh?"
The little conductor was gently pushed by [Helena] and couldn't help but take a step forward. In the strange and awkward atmosphere, she scratched her head and said, "Ah... um... yes, it's me..."
York City was stunned for a long time, then he chuckled and nodded, "It seems that the previous deal was not worth it. You would have been nice to Nana, so I lost money."
"What's going on with this strange feeling..."
Su Xin glanced at the gentle Yorktown timidly, feeling uncomfortable. She tilted her head to look at the slightly shy Helena, and felt even weirder.
Without waiting for the commander to reply, York City wiped Haman's tears with a handkerchief and added casually, "In that case, Nana will be handed over to you from now on?"
Facing Yixian's gaze that seemed to be real behind him, the little commander swallowed his saliva and said, "Well...should, should?"
[Helena] smiled, and lovingly touched the metal ring that left a mark on her ring finger, emitting a kind of happy glow.
Su Xin stood in front of Helena's family, feeling extremely nervous, and hurriedly started to negotiate: "Well... Helena, uh, Nana, can you give it to me first? I'll change the size and give it back to you?"
"No, this is fine..."
"No, it will block the blood flow if you strangle it for too long, and it will leave marks. I'm not sure I will return it to you. I won't take it off, but just change it slightly."
[Helena] tilted her head and thought for a while, then she exerted force with her hand, leaving a long red mark on her ring finger and took the ring off.
"Sister, are you going to give it back to me?"
"Just call me Susu. Well... I'll pay it back. Don't worry."
Yorktown was obviously very happy as well. She smiled and wiped Hamman's nose. She glanced at the other ship girls in the room and said, "Sorry, please bear with me."
Yixian sighed and shook his head. "It's not that I can take responsibility. Since they are family, that's what we should do."
Su Xin touched Helena's ring finger and confirmed that it was just a little red and nothing serious. Then she asked York City, "So what are you going to do next?"
"Hmm? Um... Let's keep the store open? But maybe we have to move the address to a nearby place."
This is actually exactly what the young commander wanted. The commercial street is not far from the port area, so they can move into the port area. There are so many new dormitories anyway, so there will definitely be enough rooms.
"Well...but I still have to ask my shop assistants if they are willing to do so." York City thought for a moment, "I'll probably have to bother you for a few more days. When I feel better, I'll go out and look for a suitable store."
"It's okay to stay for a long time. My house is quite big." The young commander said casually.
Standing outside the door, Nagashima sprayed the Coke onto the ground with a "puff". Sheffield glared at her obscurely. She quickly waved her hands and apologized, "I'm sorry, I'm sorry. It's really not my fault. It's mainly... well, okay, blame me."
Yorktown thought about it carefully, shook his head and refused, "We will live outside, so we won't bother you. I made this decision not because I'm polite, but because I took into account the thoughts of Nelson and Rodney."
Thinking back to the past experiences of causing trouble, Tiancheng could understand it, after all, they sent the commander to the police station.
Although the evidence is solid, inviting the two to enter Hong Kong will inevitably cause them trouble in public opinion. What's more, it is a coffee shop with people coming and going, which will lead to more gossip.
So Tiancheng patted the little commander on the shoulder and shook his head.
Su Xin really wanted to help, so after thinking for a moment she suggested, "Why don't you discuss it with 】ye and the others? Why don't you just rent a place in the same neighborhood so that you can take care of each other."
"Wild?" York City smiled maliciously, "Ah... this wild is not that wild. I want to see what I look like, so that I can compare it with a certain little guy."
"Sister York City, please stop making fun of me..."
"Okay, I'm just kidding."
Chapter 750 A cute little girl with a sense of security
York City's condition is getting better and better. A few days after waking up, he can basically move normally.
She also called employees far away in other cities to report their safety and asked about their willingness to continue working. Without exception, all employees renewed their contracts.
Since they have no intention of resigning, they will have to move too.
Fortunately, Rodney had worked as a secretary, and she handled the transfer and sale of the cafe very well. Relying on the previous good business, she managed to sell the cafe at a price that was 10% higher than the market price.
Since it would take several days to travel by train, they could not arrive quickly, so the task of selecting a location for the new store had to be left to the original store manager and the new junior store manager.
"That's right! Sister York City, you have already transferred the store to me, so Harman is the new store manager!"
Yorktown just laughed and didn't mention the torn agreement. Since the little guy wanted to be the store manager, it would be fine to give the title to him for fun.
So Harman walked in front with his cat's tail up, leading Yorktown around the streets. If they got lost, he would pretend to stop and look at other shops so that Su Xiao, who was following behind, could lead the way.
Su Xin went out today, one to see how Quan Ye and the others were doing, two to introduce the two sides to each other, and three to bring a few people from Donghuang to meet Hai Qi.
She had told Yixian about Haiqi coming to be an employee a long time ago, but she never had the chance to come out. This time is a good opportunity for everyone to get to know each other.
The flower shop and hot spring center were at the innermost side of the commercial street. A group of people walked and looked around. The greedy little shop owner was busy eating, so the inspection task fell on the former store manager.
Looking at the little commander who was shopping with Harman and saying he would give benefits to the staff, as well as Pinghai and Changchun who were eating and drinking for free, Yixian breathed a sigh of relief, "Sorry, I wasted time."
York City shook his head and laughed, “Harman usually eats cakes and desserts, it’s rare to see these snacks, and I feel relieved that everyone is willing to accompany her shopping.
Ning Hai sighed, "I usually cook for her, how come she is so hungry..."
"This is probably... the unique charm of a snack stand, right?" Yixian gently poked Erbao who was left behind by Pinghai, "I'll make you a fruit salad when I get home. Don't be mad at her, okay?"
The red panda stood on Yixian's shoulder, crossed his arms and hummed, indicating that he would not argue with the glutton.
"The little guy is very cute." Yorktown looked at Erbao and couldn't help but praise him, "Well... I don't know how Xiaoying is getting along with the enterprise now."
"Didn't you contact her?" Yixian asked curiously.
York City shook his head. "She's very busy. With her fame, she has a lot to do. I just sent her a message. She'll see it when she wants to find me."
"I see. I really want to meet that famous company."
"Hmm? Isn't there one in the harbor? As far as I know, her strength is much stronger than the ship girl Enterprise." Yorktown thought for a while, "She's just a little too serious. I really hope Enterprise won't become like her."
The topic was a bit heavy and involved areas that he was not familiar with, so Yixian just smiled gently and did not continue.
York City realized it later and apologized softly, then turned his attention to the children playing not far away. Some things really don't require too much thought, just be happy.
Harman was indeed very happy because she did not feel awkward when she was with everyone.
When I said I would treat everyone to this, no one rushed to pay. Instead, they all looked at me with admiration. I felt like a big boss.
This feeling is rare for Harman, because in the cafe, he is always treated like a child.
