I'm on the Ark, and I start out as Gretchen.

It's fair to say that he completely forgot about the previous matter of "hurrying back to investigate that woman".

After all, Möbius could escape, but he couldn't hide; he had missed his new friend, and that was truly the end of it. Therefore, Muirsay felt that spending time with this new acquaintance was slightly more important right now.

"Okay, then I'll leave it to Muirsay."

"It's alright, just like you said, it's a matter of reciprocity!"

……

Afterwards, Sakura, led by Muirsey, began to explore the city.

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In the laboratory—

Upon noticing Sakura's actions, Möbius paused slightly before immersing himself back into the world of experiments.

After all, she doesn't have much time left.

The time for Ifrit's next "treatment" is not far off. Even though it's only the early stage, Charmander needs to receive treatment once or twice a week.

Mebius hoped to develop a suitable painkiller that wouldn't be easily detected by those guys before the next "treatment," in order to reduce the mental damage that the "treatment" would inflict on Ifrit.

As for why it's only mental and physical pain... that's because, for Mebius, no matter how bad Ifrit's body is, as long as she's not dead, he can bring her back to life.

But the mental aspect is different… If the mind breaks down, it's much harder to treat. Besides, she had promised Ifrit that night to help alleviate her pain.

Although Mebius herself admits that her bottom line is quite flexible, she still disdains doing things like deceiving children.

Therefore, Sakura diverting Muirsey's attention was a good thing for Möbius. After all, it saved him from unnecessary harassment.

……

"Phew—how about we find a place to store our things first?"

Muirsey, who couldn't resist buying a lot of things while browsing, put his rich "spoils" on the ground for the time being, wiped the sweat from his forehead, and then said to Sakura beside him.

“No need for that trouble, let me carry these things for you.” With that, Sakura stepped forward and easily lifted the “spoils of war” in front of the panting Muels.

"Hey! Sakura, aren't you tired? Wait a minute! You've walked so far, and you haven't even broken a sweat?!"

Looking at Sakura, who was calm and relaxed, Muirsey said in surprise.

You know, they just explored most of the city, and at a pretty fast pace. Even she, the water sprite, was a little tired.

“My stamina is very good, after all, I am a martial artist.” Before Muirsey could react, a strange glint flashed in Sakura’s eyes.

"Assassins" should also be considered martial arts practitioners, right?

"I see."

Upon hearing this, Muirsay nodded slightly, a hint of understanding flashing in his eyes.

However, when it comes to martial arts practitioners, Miao Miao immediately thought of her friend, a certain straight-laced girl... She is clearly very strong, but she usually uses a shield and focuses on defense.

"So, Sakura, your skills must be pretty good?"

As she spoke, Muirsay looked at her new friend with a curious gaze.

"I wouldn't dare say that. It's just some self-defense techniques. Besides, I rarely spar with others." Sakura gently shook her head and said modestly in response to Muirsey's doubts.

However, in a sense, Sakura wasn't wrong about the second half of her statement. She indeed rarely sparred with others in this world; she wouldn't even lift a finger with friends, and she'd kill enemies with a single strike.

Chapter 71 Communication and Separation

"I see, I understand. But we still need to find a place to mail and pick up things." After hearing Sakura's words, Muirsey blinked gently and then said with a smile.

Although they hadn't spent much time together, they had at least a few hours, and Muirsey had gained a little understanding of Sakura's personality.

She didn't believe, or at least didn't completely believe, Sakura's words; there was at least a lot of modesty in them.

Therefore, Muirsey believed that Sakura's strength, if not as terrifying as someone she knew, should at least be quite good.

"Ok?"

After hearing what Muirsey said, Sakura looked at her in confusion, as if asking why.

"What's there to doubt? Although Sakura has great stamina, there's still so much time left, and carrying all this stuff is still a hassle. Besides, why keep bothering newly acquainted friends!"

Seeing Sakura's confusion, Muirsey smiled, reached out and patted her shoulder, and said...

“I don’t care about this kind of thing, but since Muirsay has already made up his mind, let’s go and store the things.”

Looking at the lively and lovable Muels, Sakura...

He gave a helpless smile, then gently shook the object in his hand and continued:

"As for the time before we store the things away, leave it to me. After all, you look very tired."

"Eh!...Sakura, Sakura is so wonderful!"

Looking at the gentle and considerate Sakura in front of her, Muirsey suddenly felt a little teary-eyed.

Is this... what it feels like to go shopping with a close friend? My heart is fluttering! Goodbye to the tough, straight woman and the icy, aloof leader, I'm going to embrace my gentle and caring new friend!

"It's just a small thing, I'm used to it. Whenever I go out with my younger sister, I'm usually the one who carries the things."

Looking at Muirsey's appearance, Sakura couldn't help but think of someone from her current memories.

"Eh! Sakura actually has a younger sister? No wonder she's so good at taking care of people." After hearing Sakura's words, Muirsey covered her mouth and exclaimed in surprise.

Then, as if remembering something, she spoke again: "So, the candy was also bought for my sister?"

"Hmm...you could think of it that way, but she's not here right now." Sakura didn't give a very definite answer to Muirsey's question, but rather gave an ambiguous reply.

After all, this Sakura is not the same as that Sakura. Although she also wanted a younger sister, even Mebius couldn't conjure up a Klein out of thin air, so how could she conjure up a Bell out of thin air?

"I see."

Upon hearing this, Muirsey nodded slightly, then looked at the large and small bags in Sakura's hands and stopped the conversation, saying:

"Alright, let's hurry up and go. It's not a good idea for you to keep carrying it, Sakura."

"it is good."

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In a certain restaurant—

"Phew! I'm exhausted. It's been so long since I've gone shopping like this."

Sitting on a bench in the restaurant, Muirsay relaxed and cheered softly.

"Indeed, we've been shopping for quite a while. Here, the menu, see if there's anything you'd like to eat." Hearing this, Sakura turned her head to look at the darkening sky outside the window and said helplessly.

To be honest, Sakura never expected that she would spend the whole afternoon wandering around the city with Muirsey, but it wasn't a bad thing.

After all, she knew that if she didn't keep Muirsey occupied, Muirsey might go back and "bother" the busy Mebius.

"Well then, I won't be polite!"

Looking at the menu Sakura handed him, Muirsey chuckled softly, then said in a playful tone.

"Hmm, order whatever you like." Seeing Muirsey's expression, Sakura chuckled, her beautiful eyes filled with even more helplessness.

While flipping through the menu, Muels seemed to suddenly remember something, looked up at Sakura and asked, "But speaking of which, I don't seem to know whether you're just passing through Trimont or planning to settle here."

As for why Muirsay suddenly asked such a question, it was, of course, because of returning the favor.

Although she was the one who helped first, it was just a small favor. Considering our time together this afternoon and the dinner, she actually benefited more.

Muirsay was very principled in this regard. Having finally met such a friendly and gentle new friend, she certainly couldn't skimp on returning the favor.

Therefore, at this time, Sakura's situation becomes quite important.

“I’m not just passing through Trimont. I’m going to find a job here and settle down.” Sakura shook her head gently and answered seriously in response to Muirsay’s question.

Sakura had no intention of deceiving Muirsey about this matter.

After all, barring any unforeseen circumstances, she should be joining Rhine Lab's Defense Division. While she won't be constantly running into Muirsey, the chances of them bumping into each other aren't small.

So if you lie at this time, it will not only be very awkward when you meet, but it may even cause distrust because of this small lie.

"So you were planning to settle down here! That's great! Now I can ask you to go shopping every now and then! Although we bought a lot of things, let me treat you next time."

Sakura's words made Muirsays' eyes light up, and he said with a slight smile.

"it is good."

Looking at the happy elf girl in front of her, Sakura nodded gently and agreed.

But to be honest, she was starting to wonder what Muirsey's expression would be like when he saw her inside Rhine Lab. It was going to be quite interesting.

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After parting ways with Muirsey that evening, Sakura promptly found herself a place to stay.

However, unlike ordinary people who find a place to rest, for Sakura, the arrival of night is just the beginning.

After disguising herself and making sure no one had noticed, she easily and quietly slipped out of her residence to gather information.

After all, unlike the Great Knight Territory, which was almost completely explored, the news about the city of Tremont was almost entirely unknown to Sakura.

So whether it's for joining the company or for preparing for what happens after joining, Sakura feels it's necessary for her to have some information.

P.S.: The author sent it; period + mouth ulcer = severe stomach pain +

My mouth hurts, I can't stand it anymore, let me just bear it for a bit. I'll guarantee at least one update a day for the next few days, and two updates if I feel better.

Everyone, please relax (lie down).

Chapter 72: Sakura's Problems and New Examination

After several days of investigation, Sakura finally became quite familiar with Trimont, a city she knew nothing about. She learned a little bit about things she should and shouldn't know.

However, compared to those random and temporarily useless pieces of information, Sakura values ​​the information about Rhine Labs that she has recently collected more.

For example, there are the numerous scandals surrounding Rhine Life Sciences, and the current situation regarding the recruitment of personnel by various departments.

The results of the investigation were not too surprising to Sakura. Compared to other departments that required geniuses and elite researchers, the Defense Department was much easier to get into in a sense.

After all, while other departments require diplomas and technical skills, the defense department requires competence and the ability to handle various emergency situations.

However, the fact that things are much easier here only applies to Sakura.

It's important to know that Rhine Lab's interviews are extremely rigorous. Leaving aside other departments, the final step of the Defense Department's interview, as far as Sakura knows, seems to go through Saria's hands again.

Just think about Saria's personality and her extremely serious attitude towards work, and you'll know how high the rejection rate is in the interview... You agree, right, Jesston?