After preventing the world from being destroyed, the ship girls started acting strangely.

Veneto: "Alright... I'll trust you this once, since we're sisters. I'll sign up too. I still have some last bit of official business to attend to. I'll come back to you to get the details after I'm done."

Littorio: "OK! @Charybdis, is it okay now?"

Charybdis: "Well, as long as the person agrees, that's fine."

Gorizia: "So, is the Commander really coming this afternoon?"

Charybdis: "I've told you so many times, why don't you believe me? Fine, just wait a moment."

After sending the message, Charybdis came to Youran's side: "Master, can we take a group photo? The people in the group don't quite believe you'll actually come."

"How do you want to film it?" You Ran put down her red tea and looked at Charybdis.

Da Feng volunteered to prepare lunch in advance, while You Ran didn't have anything to do at the moment.

"Hmm... that's fine then." With that, Charybdis smiled and sat down in You Ran's lap, then rested her head against the top of You Ran's lap and took a selfie.

Like a warm blanket in the dead of winter, after taking the photos, Charybdis suddenly felt as if she were being swallowed up by the commander's embrace, and she didn't want to leave.

This was exactly what You Ran wanted. Since she didn't have anything to hold in her arms, and Charybdis had come in by herself, You Ran had no reason to let go. She simply wrapped her arms around Charybdis's slender waist, and You Ran felt quite comfortable.

Seeing that the commander did not refuse, Karybdis felt a little sweet. Leaning against You Ran's chest, she sank down a little further and took out her phone to send the photo to the group chat.

Karybdis: "Picture."

Charybdis: "This was just taken with my master, now you should believe me, right?"

Blücher: "Huh? It's really true! Ahhh! Charybdis, why didn't you say so sooner! If you had posted the picture earlier, I would have signed up already! So, is it still too late to sign up now???"

Charybdis: "It's not possible anymore. The number of spots is fixed each time, and this time it's already full."

Blücher: "Ugh... Commander, my Commander! Why do I always have to miss out on you?! I want to be able to snuggle up in your arms and be pampered without restraint!"

The Commander's arms are so warm and fragrant... I'd be so comfortable lying in them I'd practically become a couch potato. But it's okay, the Commander is so considerate. If I just beg him, he'll definitely carry me around. Then I'll have him carry me everywhere—walking, eating, even bathing and sleeping! Hehehe~! Commander, my Commander!

Essex: "Stop acting crazy here?"

Saratoga: "Actually, I don't think that even if there are pictures, it doesn't necessarily mean it's true. You've seen so many photoshopped pictures before. You can't just believe it so easily just because the commander accepted a few ship girls. I can only say that it's not too late for you to back out now."

Fearsome: "The clown's speech after the classics couldn't accept the truth??????"

San Francisco: "I think Saratoga makes a lot of sense. The internet is so dangerous. If you bet wrong, you'll have to work as maids at the Royal Palace for a whole week. Just think about all the work those maids have to do—can you even handle it?!"

"What's wrong with you, San Francisco? Why are you speaking up for Saratoga today?"

Marco Polo: "Saratoga does have a point, @Veneto, hold on a minute. Think it over. This is a whole week, not just a day, and you're a maid. Can you handle it? Don't just agree to it because of a few words."

Veneto: "Really? You guys are really that kind? I have a feeling you're up to something..."

San Francisco: "Hey, we're all from the same port area. It's fine to joke around normally, and it's fine if we don't see it, but now that we have, how can I just watch everyone suffer? You'll be fine if you believe me."

Marco Polo: "Exactly, exactly. If such a good thing really happened, how could it be our turn? The royal family would have already taken care of it all. The Queen's arrival might just be a gimmick. As the Queen, if she doesn't want to continue, she can just leave without a second thought. Then you'll be in for a lot of trouble."

Charybdis: "I... never mind, I don't want to explain anymore. @Veneto, what do you think? If you quit now, there's still a chance."

Chapter 167 Marco Polo Left the Group Chat

Veneto: "Alright then, I'll withdraw... not even a little bit."

Marco Polo: "@Charybdis, I'm signing up!"

San Francisco: "@Charybdis, I'm signing up!"

Marco Polo: "Ha! You're dumbfounded now, aren't you? I'm faster than you!"

(San Francisco retracted a message.)

San Francisco: "Ahem, yes, you won, congratulations! I suddenly remembered that Minnie asked me to go hunting. You guys chat first, I'll log off now."

Marco Polo: "A slight edge, just a slight edge. Oh, it's okay, we're all sisters. I'll go first this time, but I'll definitely not forget you next time I have the chance."

Marco Polo: "Hehe~! After enduring for so many years, I finally have the chance to get close to the Commander~ Once I win over the Commander today, I can officially begin my grand scheme! I'm getting a little excited just thinking about it!"

......

Marco Polo: "?"

Marco Polo: "Why is everyone so quiet?"

Prince Eugen: "If we're watching a performance, it would be impolite to speak, and we might disturb everyone's enjoyment of the clowns."

Marco Polo: "A clown? Where did this clown come from?"

Prince Eugen: "Isn't this right here? They were just putting on this act a moment ago. It's a pity a clown ran away, otherwise it would have been even more exciting."

Lützow: "Indeed, you have to admit, this clown's performance was quite convincing. I was almost fooled just now, but this time it's definitely a real clown."

Bumblebee: "Hahahaha, you guys are so awesome! This is the main group, how can you do this and leave people stranded in the port area?"

Marco Polo: "What are you talking about?! Can you explain yourselves more clearly? You're all so confused. Oh! I see, haha, indeed, jealousy makes people unrecognizable. You can't accept reality, can you?"

Littorio: "Take a closer look at what Veneto is saying, okay?"

Marco Polo: "..."

(Marco Polo retracted a message)

(Marco Polo retracted a message)

(Marco Polo left the group chat)

......

Sardinian Empire

"Haha~! I felt that even if the commander didn't come, it would be worth it. Polo is thinking too simply. Vivi, you are at least the flagship of our Sardinia. How could you be so easily fooled?"

Looking at the messages in the group chat, Littorio couldn't help but burst into laughter.

“This,” Veneto said, her face suddenly burning. After all, if Littorio hadn’t arrived in time, she would have been unaware of the whole story and had indeed wanted to agree.

"By the way, what time is this event? I saw in the group that it's about experiencing being a maid, but what kind of experience will it be? Also, will the Commander actually come or just pretend?"

Veneto originally intended to finish his work before studying these things, but since Littorio was already there, and it concerned the commander, Veneto couldn't help but ask out of curiosity.

"I'm not too sure about the specifics of the experience, but it's basically the maid thing, so it shouldn't be too difficult. However, the Commander will probably actually come. Now that the Commander isn't buried in work every day, he has a lot of free time. Last time, when I went to the Sakura Empire bathhouse with the Empire and the others, we even bumped into the Commander. It was during working hours then. Since then, I've known that I'll be coming into contact with the Commander more and more often in the future."

"I wasn't entirely sure before, but now I have an answer in my mind," Littorio continued, analyzing according to his own ideas.

"However... the only regret is that the commander promised the Empire that he would come to Sardinia to experience the bathing culture when he had time, but the specific time has not been set. We can take this opportunity to ask him when the time comes. The main venue for this event is the Royal Family, so we may still be a little hesitant. If we can get the commander to set a time for coming to Sardinia, then we can prepare in advance."

Since their last parting, Littorio had been thinking about finding You Ran, but then she heard from the Empire that the Commander had agreed to come to Sardinia, so Littorio thought about it and kept waiting, but now she was getting impatient.

"Since we've already decided to participate, let's not care whose home ground it is. So what if the event is hosted by the Royal Navy? They can't control the Commander. We should do our best to perform well."

Despite facing unknown territory, Veneto did not believe he would lose. Seeing Littorio say that, Veneto also reminded him.

"It seems you're very confident, Veneto! Actually, I think so too! With you and me together, I believe we won't be at a disadvantage against any ship girl."

Littorio was immediately filled with confidence.

......

Meanwhile, at You Ran's home.

"Master, the list has been finalized. Would you like to take a look at who's on it?"

After confirming the list, Charybdis put away his phone and looked up at You Ran, asking a question.

Bored and studying how Charybdis tied his ribbon, You Ran was taken aback by the news. She took her hand out of her clothes and asked while picking up a cup of black tea from the coffee table, "So soon? Who's involved?"

Previously, she might have felt a little embarrassed by her commander's little tricks, but now she could accept it completely. Afraid that her commander wasn't finished, Charybdis didn't rush to retie her belt, but instead nodded directly: "Yes, because of the limited number of people, registration was completed quickly. As for the selection, first of all, it's our Majesty, I..."

"puff--!"

Before Charybdis could finish speaking, You Ran almost spat out the red tea she had just drunk.

"Um, Charybdis, who did you just say? Elizabeth? Although, but, isn't it a bit... a bit much for your Empress to be my maid?"

You Ran was at a loss for words.

"Master, you are joking. Although Her Majesty is the Queen of our royal family, she is also your ship girl. It is only natural that she wants to stay by your side."

Having already been surprised, Charybdis now began to comfort You Ran.

"Well...that's not what I meant either, it's just..."

Recalling Elizabeth's arrogant and haughty nature despite being a queen, You Ran couldn't quite imagine what it would be like if Elizabeth became her maid.

I have a feeling something bad is going to happen.

However... thinking about it from another angle, the feeling of hearing the usually arrogant Elizabeth call me "master"... doesn't seem so bad?

Chapter 168 So my dear master, all you need to do is enjoy yourself.

"Never mind, it's not really a problem. So, besides Elizabeth, who else is there?"

Although it would be very difficult to get Elizabeth to call him "master," that's precisely why he so eagerly anticipates the scene of Elizabeth actually calling him that.

“And Miss Warspite, Miss Veneto, and Miss Littorio,” Charybdis continued.

"Veneto? Are there Enterprises, Bismarck, and the others behind her...?"

Well, the flagships of both camps have arrived, which is something You Ran never expected.

Seeing that You Ran was a little surprised, Charybdis explained, "Because it was asked in the group, basically all the ship girls are here, and it's first-come, first-served. But if you want, Master, you can just tell Enterprise and the others. I believe everyone will be happy to participate."

"It's not that bad. I just didn't expect Elizabeth and Veneto to be so free. I remember you said, Charybdis, that this is for a whole week, and they don't usually have anything to do?"

You Ran still remembers that when he first took over the relevant affairs of the port area, he was so busy that he was busy for more than 20 hours out of 24. In addition, he had not yet been strengthened by the Meta Cube, so he was often overworked and spent one or two days a week lying in bed on an IV drip.

Actually, he did think about restraining himself and taking a good rest at that time, but there was nothing he could do. The news of the world's destruction was like a Damocles' sword hanging over his head, and he couldn't relax even if he wanted to.

Many times, if it weren't for the ship girls forcing him to rest, he wouldn't know how long he would have to work continuously.

Later, it was only after Enterprise and other ship girls suggested that each faction handle its own affairs that he was able to devote his time to continuous learning and research.

"Since there is no war now and development in all aspects has basically reached its peak, there is basically no official business to attend to. Every day, we only have to deal with some trivial matters. It is all thanks to you, Master, that we can enjoy such carefree days."

Having assisted His Majesty in handling related matters before, Charybdis had some understanding of the situation. However, mentioning these things inevitably reminded Charybdis of that time, and he couldn't help but feel a pang of heartache.

"So, my dear master, you've been busy enough. Everyone remembers everything you've done for us. Now that the crisis is over, I hope you can relax. If you don't want to do the work, just leave it to the secretary ship. If you don't want to do the research, just let Da Vinci and the others do it. You just need to enjoy yourself. Master, please don't feel any burden, because all of this is what you, as the commander of everyone, deserve."