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

"Achoo!" Pado, who was out gathering intelligence with her underlings, couldn't help but sneeze loudly. She then covered her mouth and nose with a handkerchief and muttered, "Why do I keep sneezing? Could I really be being targeted by some evil spirit?"

"Could this be a sign of illness? Maybe we should buy some medicine when we get back later..." An Suo, who was standing to the side, suggested in a low voice.

Miss Purple Rabbit admitted that she was somewhat concerned about her cheap boss's health. After all, she was now working for someone, and the treatment was quite good.

In this situation, she naturally wanted her cheap eldest son to live longer.

Although, An Suo felt that given his health, he would likely live much longer than himself...

"No, I'm in great health."

Paddy, who was rubbing her nose, gently shook her head and replied.

Honestly, this isn't Cat being stubborn; it's just that her body is really not prone to illness... If she were to get sick one day, it would probably be a major incident, a very serious one.

However, Pado knew that An Suo was unaware of the details, so she added, "But buying some medicine is fine, you can even stock up on more, just in case."

"Eh……"

An Suo, who had thought his suggestion would be rejected, was surprised to hear Pa Duo's unexpected reply.

"Haha, did you think I would refuse your suggestion?" Noticing the expression on An Suo's face, Pa Duo couldn't help but laugh and tease.

"Of course not. Although I am in good health, given your situation, it is still necessary to stock up on some medicine."

After making a joke, the cat looked around and, confirming that it couldn't get any useful information from here, said:

"Alright, let's put this topic aside for now. We've been here long enough, let's move to another spot."

"Um"

P.S.: There will be another update later, I'll try to write as quickly as possible.

Chapter 46 Talulah's Longing

After switching places with Pado, An Su finally couldn't help but ask, "So, Miss Phyllis, who exactly are we investigating?"

It's not that Miss Purple Rabbit didn't understand; it's mainly because Pado gathered too much and too varied information that afternoon. As a result, although she learned some techniques, she still hasn't figured out who the so-called next big target is...

"Well, it's just simple intelligence gathering. As for the target of the next order, you don't need to know." At this point, fearing her subordinate might overthink things, Pado added:

"If you get involved, it won't be good if you get caught up in the consequences."

Regarding the theft of Wei Yanwu, Maomao never intended for An Suo to be involved.

After all, nobody knows if things will go wrong. If things happen, it's easy for him to get away with it, but what if his underling gets messed up?

So to avoid such trouble, she had no intention of involving her younger brother at all.

Even this afternoon, when she secretly investigated Wei Yanwu's situation, Pado did so while interspersing it with various trivial intelligence gathering activities.

Of course, besides not wanting An Suo to know or participate, the cat did this to teach him some tricks.

"Um……"

Upon hearing this, An Su fell silent for a moment, then, as if thinking of something, suddenly grabbed Pado's hand with a serious expression and said, "Although I don't know what Miss Phyllis is trying to do, please live a long life... I still need to rely on you for food in the future."

"?"

An Suo's sudden remark caused even the usually quick-witted Pado to momentarily freeze. After quickly recovering, even the good-natured cat couldn't help but give the guy in front of her a sharp rap on the head.

"Ouch! That hurts..."

An Suo couldn't help but cry out in pain as his head was suddenly "hit hard."

"What are you thinking about all this time! We still have many years to live!"

"I...I was just worried about you, Miss Phyllis..."

Despite this explanation, the slightly lacking confidence in her voice betrayed her.

And clearly, Pado noticed this as well, then raised an eyebrow and delivered her final "verdict" to one of her underlings:

"Hmph, is that concern for me? You're just worried about your meal tickets! It's decided, tonight you're only allowed one small bowl of noodles for dinner!"

"Hey! How can you skimp on our food!"

……

After playing around with An Suo for a while and gathering some scattered information, Pado led her people to find a place to have dinner that night.

This afternoon, because I was with one other person, the overall efficiency of the cat's intelligence gathering was not high.

However, most of the intelligence gathered had little to do with Wei Yanwu, their next target. Of course, this couldn't be entirely blamed on the underling, because even Pado had to admit that Wei Yanwu was quite good at keeping information about himself and his wife under wraps.

Therefore, Maomao didn't plan to linger with the person any longer, and instead went to find a place to eat early. She planned to take the person back to their lodgings after having dinner, and then proceed on her own.

When Pado acted alone, her target was very simple and clear: the large villa where Governor Wei Yanwu and his wife lived.

It wouldn't be convenient to go with others, but if it were just Maomao alone, she believed she could quickly figure out the defense layout there.

After the investigation was completed and everything was ready, Pado was about to launch her operation. Wei Yanwu was determined to suffer this injustice in silence!

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On the other, far away, on the Ursus snowfield.

Inside Talulah's tent—

Because Alyona had gone to training with the Patriots and hadn't returned yet, Gretchen, who wasn't really in the mood to paint today, stayed in Talulah's tent, quietly keeping her company as she worked.

"Hmm, is Talulah planning to write a letter to someone?" Gretsch asked curiously as she watched Talulah take out a piece of paper after finishing her work and resting for a moment, intending to write something.

"Yes, it's for my sister, but I don't plan to, and can't, send it out." Upon hearing this, Talulah paused slightly in her hand holding the pen, then freed her hand to pat Gretsch's little head, explaining with a gentle smile.

A glint flashed in Gretchen's beautiful violet eyes as she looked up at Talulah and whispered, "Talulah, do you miss your little sister?"

The little girl naturally knew who Talulah's sister was, and she even knew that... she (the cat) had helped save them yesterday.

“Yes, there are some… I want to know how she’s been these past few years, and I also want to tell her that I’m doing well here.” As she finished speaking, Talulah lowered her eyes to look at the blank letter on the table, a look of longing appearing on her face.

"Woo..."

Sitting next to Talulah, Gretchen blinked her big eyes as she took in all of Talulah's expressions, and began to make her own plans.

Actually, some time ago, Gretchen received an exclusive mission from the system, which required her to collect 10 of her favorite beautiful colors.

The mission reward is the unlocking of Grand Gretsch and her exclusive weapon.

However, more than half a month has passed, and Gretchen still hasn't completed this seemingly simple task, having only collected 7 colors so far.

As for why the task has not been completed so far, there are two factors. First, the 10 colors collected in this task must be brand new; those that have been stained before do not count.

Secondly, there really aren't any colors or people that Gretsch likes here... In fact, it's fair to say that she had to search and search to find all seven of them.

After all, if there were really people with such beautiful colors, the little girl would have already clung to them, and wouldn't have waited for this system to issue the task.

The reason why Gretsch suddenly thought of this now is because her thinking has suddenly broadened... Since there are no new and interesting people in this vast snowfield and the Reunion Movement, why not go somewhere else?

As for where to go specifically... isn't there a ready-made target?

Thinking of this, Gretchen couldn't help but look up at the letter on the table, inscribed with the word "longing," and the person "expressing" that longing...

P.S.: This is to make up for yesterday's post. I'll continue writing tonight and see if I can do a double update. Finally, I've decided to bring the little girl over, and maybe unlock the older one too. Honestly, I think it's good for these two sisters to interact a bit; I even have a bold idea.

What do you think is the probability of them getting Chen to Tarua's side?

Chapter 47 The Reason for Sakura's Busyness

Having finished her dinner with the secret rope, Pado is currently communicating with the others in her mind.

'Gresh, you want to come over here?'

"Well, I want to go over there to complete a mission, and also help Tarua fulfill a wish. And... I also want to see the sparkling Eden sister." Gresh obediently answered truthfully in response to Paddo's question.

'Oh dear, this matter doesn't concern us, but if you're planning to come...'

If you're going to stay for a few days, who are you going to ask to be your anchor point, or will you figure out how to get back yourself later?

After hearing Gretchen's answer, Padre scratched her head and asked the crucial question.

Actually, if the current mission weren't time-limited, the cat could have switched places with Gretchen and gone to buy some goods. But the mission was urgent, and she couldn't spare the time...

"If Gretsch, you're not in a rush, then wait a few days, and I'll take leave to come and replace you," Sakura suddenly interjected during their conversation.

"Hmm, wouldn't that be too much trouble for you, Sakura-neechan...? I remember you've been very busy lately." After hearing Sakura's reply, Gretchen was not happy at all, but rather said with some concern.

Everyone is on the same page; they all know exactly what has happened to each other. The little girl is somewhat aware of Sakura's current situation.

"Heh~ It's alright. After this short period of busyness, there won't be so much to do. Besides, compared to the Reunion Movement members I don't know, it's better to let me, someone I've met once, go over." Hearing this, Sakura couldn't help but chuckle softly, then offered words of comfort.

'I remember, Gretchen, your mission this time has no time limit, right?'

Although everyone shares the same sentiments, each individual's thoughts and ways of thinking are still different. Sakura, as the "person involved," doesn't seem to care much about Gretsch's worries and concerns; in fact, this exchange might even be a break for her.

As for why I say that, it all started with Sakura's recent hectic and busy life.

After Möbius's impetus and various other factors, things at Rhine Lab did indeed proceed smoothly as initially planned.

Under the overall management's operation, Rhine Lab successfully established a connection with Rhodes Island and then successfully transferred its "patient" Ifrit and her caregivers, Himer and Joyce, to them.

After those people left, Saria, having received the news, also intended to go there, and it could even be said that she had been busy with the handover of work these past few days.

Aside from the handover of work in the defense department, Saria has been busy during this time doing her best to "train" Sakura...

Although Seria guessed that even if she left, Christensen would not appoint a new head of the defense department, she still hoped that after she left Rhine Lab, the defense department would have another leader or person in charge.

It is precisely because of this reason that she is valued by her superiors that Sakura has been extremely busy lately, and she doesn't even have time to go out to eat with Muirsey anymore, eating fast food in the cafeteria every day.

But Sakura couldn't refuse... She was afraid that if she didn't do something, Saria would become worried and then not leave or postpone her departure.

So, after someone leaves, taking a few days off to stay in a different region is a kind of alternative rest for Sakura.

"Yes, there's no time limit. I'll have to trouble you later, Sakura-neechan." After hearing Sakura's comforting words, Gretchen nodded her little head and thanked her earnestly.

"I'll call you when I'm done here."

'Um! ’

After quietly listening to Gretchen and Sakura's conversation, Pado's lazy voice rang out again:

"Oh dear, looks like someone's coming to keep us company in a few days. But since Gretchen might be in contact with Chen and Wen Yue, I'd better hurry up and get the goods ready before you arrive."

'Okay, good luck, Sister Pado!'

……

"...?"