Azur Lane Under the Stars

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I have nothing to say. All I can say is that this book might not be suitable for you. I wish you find a book you like.

Different strokes for different folks. I don't expect everyone to like my book. You may not accept some of the book's settings, such as the fact that this world has more than one commander.

The recommendations are over, and I won't control the comments. I also allow you to say this or that is bad about my book.

However, I cannot tolerate personal attacks or people who cause trouble for no reason.

Just like a society, this book is my child. I can tolerate my child being criticized and beaten by society, but I cannot tolerate my child being harassed and verbally abused.

As I said before, this book may not be to your taste, and I sincerely apologize. If you don't like it, you can criticize it, but please don't resort to personal attacks. Thank you.

That's it for now. I'll continue writing this book out of passion, even if no one reads it anymore.

This chapter is free. Thank you for listening to my rant.

Chapter 539 Cherry Blossom Reign? They're all traitors!

"Are you really not afraid of death?"

Inside the port's medical clinic, Jarvis and Vesta were busy at work, while Louis IX, covered in wounds, was in the canal pool.

His clothes were torn with holes and he was covered in dust.

It looks like the middle part has been broken.

"There's no other way. You always have to put in some effort in life, otherwise how will you know if you'll succeed?"

Although Louis IX was in great physical pain, he was overjoyed.

After getting the bouquet, he immediately put it into his ship equipment space and then ran for his life.

Although I was eventually caught and given a beating, I will never hand over this thing. Even when I'm lying down, I still have my little dreams.

We're all in the same port area, so you can't go too far. At most, you can only make me look like this.

Now that there are no more worries, what is there to be afraid of?

So, the ultimate winner isn't you troublemakers, but me, Louis IX!

And a bouquet of flowers, hehehe, it can mean that I'm getting married soon, right? Commander, you should consider me, right?

Thinking of this, Louis IX smiled very happily.

The goddess of the hearth shook her head helplessly, somewhat dissatisfied.

Enterprise Girl, why didn't you go and fight for it? You were just sitting there smiling and applauding for Zhenhai at the wedding...

Don't you even have the slightest ambition to wear a wedding dress and have a wedding with the Commander?!

The female Kitchen Goddess is really worried about everything today.

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"I wonder if the farce on either side has ended yet?"

Ren Shuo looked in the direction of the free iris and muttered to himself.

To be honest, Ren Shuo was a little worried about so many ship girls who were obsessed with the game, and he wondered if Belfast could keep them in check.

Zhenhai took out his key to open the door and then comforted him, "Don't worry, Commander. Even if Belfast is not up to the task, there are still Yixian and Tiancheng there, and Richelieu and Enterprise will also help."

"I hope so..." Ren Shuo nodded.

Zhenhai invited Ren Shuo into his room, which was still decorated in the same luxurious style as in the Republican era. Ren Shuo hadn't had a chance to explore the room properly before because he was busy taking photos. Now that he had nothing else to do, Ren Shuo wandered around the room.

After changing his clothes, Zhenhai came out again and saw Ren Shuo looking around his room and his collection. He couldn't help but chuckle.

"Commander, which pieces in the collection do you like? Porcelain, jade? Calligraphy and paintings? Or perhaps... the entire house itself? Hehe~"

Ren Shuo came to his senses: "I like them all. I like anything from Zhenhai, but I still like the owner of this house the most."

"Oh, that's truly an honor for Zhenhai."

Zhenhai moved gracefully and slowly walked up to Ren Shuo, her unique fragrance, like orchids and musk, lingering around Ren Shuo's nose.

Zhenhai wrapped his arms around Ren Shuo's waist, stood on tiptoe, and lightly kissed Ren Shuo's chin, then murmured:

"Interested in my collection? Hehe, there's quite a bit more in the back room. Why don't you come with me to take a look?"

A fiery glint appeared in Ren Shuo's eyes. He turned and picked up Princess Zhenhai, savoring the smooth, exquisite feel of her skin, and replied:

"Extremely happy to."

Life exists for that glimpse of truth and the courage to climb to the top.

Only after you peel back those layers of obscuring can you appreciate the beauty and charm of truth.

It was a captivating beauty, a beauty that made people want to see more, a beauty that drove them crazy.

Once you've grasped the truth, the challenge of scaling new heights begins—that's the race of life.

Two peaks, one on the left and one on the right, were conquered by people at the same time. Only when you are on the top of the mountain can you appreciate the beauty and comfort that cannot be described to outsiders.

Beneath the mountain peak lies a hidden dragon in the abyss. The abyss tries to trap the dragon, but the ferocious dragon stirs up storms and brings tempests to the abyss.

Ultimately, the Abyss had no choice but to let the Hidden Dragon run rampant. But the Hidden Dragon was already furious and wouldn't stop until it had thoroughly ravaged the Abyss.

After discussing the origins of life, Ren Shuo held Zhenhai in his arms, breathing slightly heavily, and lay down together.

Zhenhai at this moment is like a crabapple blossom in spring water, exuding elegance and languor, with every gesture revealing charm.

"Commander, do you like this room? Take whatever you like," Zhenhai asked, panting.

Ren Shuo instantly understood Zhen Hai's meaning, and chuckled as he kissed Zhen Hai's hair: "I like it very much, but compared to this house, I'm still more interested in the lady of this house."

"So, may I have the honor of taking the mistress of this house as my own?"

Zhenhai shifted in Ren Shuo's arms, finding a more comfortable position. She squinted her phoenix eyes and whispered, "Whatever you want. I'm just a weak woman; I can't resist."

"Then I won't stand on ceremony."

Ren Shuo took a light bite on Zhenhai's plump cherry lips and tightened his arms around her.

"Commander, I'm a little tired."

"Then go to sleep, I'll rest for a while too."

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While Ren Shuo was enjoying the gentle embrace of Zhenhai, in another dark room, many ship girls sat in a row, seemingly discussing something.

"Gentlemen, our current situation is urgent and cannot be delayed."

A girl who appeared to have the outline of erect ears slammed her hand on the table... and was only about chest-to-table height.

"The Commander has actually started holding a wedding! We're already way behind!"

"We must make changes!"

"I understand the reasoning, but... Lord Nagato, why do you insist on holding a meeting in such a dark and gloomy place?"

Another helpless voice rang out.

Nagato said seriously, "This is something Queen Elizabeth taught me. Secret meetings should have the atmosphere of a secret gathering. Maybe that way, we can come up with different ideas and complete the next plan well."

"So what's the next plan?"

“Mikasa, you speak,” Nagato said decisively.

After this period of interaction with Queen Elizabeth, Nagato learned a lesson.

You can't make all the decisions yourself; you have to learn to delegate authority to your subordinates. That's how you can ensure that talented people emerge in Sakura Empire.

Didn't you see how charming and talented the royal maids were?

"Are you just going to pass the buck to me like this?" Mikasa scoffed. "Also, it's too dark, there's not a single light. How are we supposed to take notes in a meeting like this? Kongou, turn on the light."

"Oh."

Upon hearing this, King Kong turned on the light.

The dimly lit room suddenly became incredibly bright.

"So, you all want the Commander's ring?" Mikasa stood up and looked down at the ship girls sitting there.

"Of course." Many of the ship girls nodded.

Nagato asked, "What are your plans?"

Mikasa said, "Yes, there is... but do you want to hear it?"

The women nodded.

Mikasa said mysteriously, "Come here, come closer..."

She whispered a lot of things, and the ship girls around her who had gathered to listen occasionally let out gasps of surprise, seemingly praising Mikasa's plan.

After she finished speaking, Mikasa coughed deliberately, "I'm done talking. My mouth is a little dry..."

Kongo was extremely respectful. With lightning speed, he snatched the iced cola that Haruna had just taken out, opened it, and respectfully presented it to Mikasa with both hands.

"Please, senior."

Mikasa took it and drank it with relish.

However, Mikasa isn't really that kind as to teach all the ship girls how to win over the commander. She doesn't even have the ring yet; it's just theoretical. Besides...

When they've worked themselves to the bone and are finally helping me make my wedding dress, the ring will surely be even more appealing then, right?

After all, this is a symbol of being a winner.

Mikasa thought to herself with a smug smile, "Don't blame this old man for being uncivilized. This is the first lesson I'm teaching you younger generation about life in society."

Nagato glanced at Mikasa and thought to herself, "We've been colleagues for so long, how could I not know what you're up to?"

When Mikasa discovers that all her efforts as the so-called "mastermind" were ultimately for her benefit... her expression must be quite interesting, right?

Mikasa looked over, and Nagato quickly put on an expression of utmost admiration and anticipation for the plan's success. He exchanged a glance with Mikasa and smiled very kindly.

Mikasa nodded with a smile, thinking that everything was under control.

"We need to think of a way to find a trustworthy helper..."

Mikasa and Nagato thought of this at the same time.

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After the meeting, Nagato promptly approached his most loyal henchman, Jiang Feng.

"Jiang Feng! Perfect timing, I need to talk to you about something."

Upon seeing Jiang Feng returning carrying a bucket of water, Changmen's face lit up with joy, and she jogged over to him.

Jiang Feng looked completely bewildered: "Lord Nagato, I failed to catch anything while fishing today..."

“I don’t want your fish, I need your help,” Nagato said.

Jiang Feng immediately became serious. The Divine Child invited me to help, so it must be a major matter concerning the entire Sakura Empire, right?

"Lord Nagato, please give your orders. Jiang Feng will go through fire and water without hesitation."

"No need to exaggerate... It's actually about the commander..."

Nagato lowered her voice. In the corridor of the Sakura Empire dormitory, the two little foxes were plotting something with serious expressions, and Jiang Feng would nod seriously from time to time.

"...Do you understand?" Nagato asked.

Jiang Feng said earnestly, "I understand, Lord Nagato. I guarantee I will complete the mission."

"That's good... I'll leave it to you. I'll definitely remember you after this is done." Nagato nodded in satisfaction.

As expected of my personal bodyguard, he's really reliable.

Nagato walked away with light steps, while Jiang Feng's eyes flickered, lost in thought.

After a long while, he sighed and left the spot.

At the same time, Mikasa approached a colleague she considered very reliable.

"Noshiro and Shoukaku, are they both here?"

Mikasa arrived at the tea room and saw Noshiro and Shoukaku playing Go while enjoying tea.

"Mikasa-senpai, is there something you need?" Noshiro asked.

Shoukaku smiled and nodded, "Mikasa-senpai."