A chat group where you switch bodies with Alicia at the start?

But at least he had a guide, so he could only sigh and follow Hen, who was leading the way, with some reluctance.

It was obvious that the other person had a very good relationship with Alicia, and being the type to keep quiet, they kept talking the whole way.

Jiang Qiao was completely bewildered by what she heard, but she couldn't show it, so she could only force a smile and respond to the other party.

However, it's clear that Hen wasn't the only one who was close to the pink-haired fat woman. Along the way, all the people from the Moth of Fire base she encountered, whether soldiers or staff, would greet her cheerfully upon seeing her, and she could only respond with a smile, afraid of giving herself away.

He could still guess the origin of the marks from the hair, but Jiang Qiao was a complete stranger to the others.

He soon saw the greasy food that Alicia had mentioned.

It's definitely the type of food that's high in oil and salt, and this is just for breakfast.

However, considering that the Fire Moth is a military organization, the supply of soldiers and staff should naturally be based on high energy levels.

It's just that Alicia, being a beautiful girl, doesn't really like this type.

After finishing their meal, the two arrived at the training ground of the Fire Moth soldiers.

Unlike the platoon-based training of regular troops, the Moths of the Flame, as a special military organization, places greater emphasis on cultivating individual bravery.

It is said that before the first Great Collapse, they attempted to form a legion, but after facing the terrifying array of firearms of the First Herrscher, the higher-ups of the Firemoth decisively abandoned that approach.

The number of people is insignificant in front of the Herrscher. If the Honkai energy resistance is too low, you won't even see the Herrscher. A large number of people encountering Honkai Beasts is more likely to result in a large number of casualties.

Moreover, morale is also an issue. The recruits of the Fire Moth come from all over the world, but the soldiers from China who are generally full of willpower and ready to die for their cause are ultimately a minority. In other regions... well, the situation is complicated.

In short, prioritizing the strength of individual soldiers was a decision made by the leadership of the Firemoth after experiencing the first Great Collapse.

This is true from both an efficiency and economic perspective.

This result gave Jiang Qiao, who was standing on the training field, a headache as she looked at Hen, who was eager to try his luck on the other side.

"Why is close-quarters combat included in the training?!"

A roar erupted in Jiang Qiao's heart, fueled by the pink-clad girl's inner turmoil.

Indeed, when the integration and demonstration period arrives, the importance of individual combat will definitely increase.

But at this stage, before the fusion warriors have been deployed, no matter how exaggerated the fighting strength of an individual soldier is, it's useless.

Are you suggesting we engage in close combat with a two-meter-tall Honkai Beast?

One slap from him and he's flattened into a pancake, okay?

As for the Herrscher being humanoid... do you think a mage would engage in melee combat with you? Not everyone is Gandalf!

Jiang Qiao originally thought that the training of the Fire Moth soldiers mainly involved the application of firearms and physical training. She planned to deal with the former by pretending to be in poor condition, and she didn't need to worry about the latter with the pink fat woman's physical fitness.

But close combat—

He's really not good at this!

He found himself standing on the training field in a daze, and seeing how eager his opponent was to try, he couldn't just admit defeat without even fighting, could he?

"It's really unbearable!"

Jiang Qiao, who was in Alicia's body, couldn't help but complain, and then tied her hair into a single ponytail for easy movement at the back of her head.

The pink-clad girl in a training vest slowly lowered her waist, arched her back, raised her hands, and assumed a stance, her bright eyes fixed on the mark not far away, a hint of coldness emanating from her.

Hen was somewhat surprised. "Hmm? I've never seen this style before. Alicia, have you studied martial arts from Shenzhou?"

"Understood."

Jiang Qiao responded casually, but secretly felt a surge of relief.

Fortunately, I had practiced for a while, although I had completely abandoned it due to life's circumstances.

But at least we won't be beaten so badly that we have to run away with our tails between our legs!

"Alright then, I won't stand on ceremony!"

...

On the other side, in Changkong City, 50,000 years later.

As the sunset faded, the Senba Academy, a place known by many names such as the place where destiny turns, the place of beginning and end, welcomed an outsider.

That would naturally be Alicia.

Although it is quite difficult to infiltrate Chiba Academy, which is located in Academy City.

But who is she?

Alicia!

The first prodigy of the previous era, a being who traveled the world since childhood!

She's already infiltrated Senba Academy before, even in the previous era! The staff there all say she's adorable!

It's much more difficult to run all the way from downtown Changkong City to the academy city on the outskirts of Changkong City than to infiltrate Chiyu Academy.

Alicia, who was living in the body of an ordinary person, felt like her legs were no longer her own.

Huh? It really wasn't me? Then it's alright.

"I don't know if we can find her. I hope she hasn't gone home after school."

Looking at the twilight sky, Alicia felt a little worried.

It's not a big deal that she made a wasted trip, but according to what Jiang Qiao told her, if she wanted to save Changkong City, she had to race against time.

If Raiden Mei goes home, she, being just an ordinary person, won't be able to find Raiden Mei's home in a short time.

But luck really does favor beautiful girls.

Wandering aimlessly through the campus of Chiba Academy, the anxious Alicia soon spotted her target on a bench.

—It seems her luck wasn't so bad after all.

There are pictures here, which can be viewed after the updated version

Chapter Six: Will You Come to My House?

The Senba Academy at dusk has a unique scenery, where groups of students can be seen chatting and laughing about the day's events.

But the girl sitting on the bench seemed so out of place; occasionally, other students would see her and whisper among themselves.

"Why is she still here?"

"Is that Raiden Mei? I heard her father is an economic criminal and has already been arrested."

"Like father, like daughter. I don't think she's a good person either."

"Yeah, I used to really dislike this person. They're so cold and aloof, it's so annoying."

The undisguised and malicious words made the black-haired girl on the bench tremble. At that moment, she felt as if she were being choked and was about to suffocate.

...Father, what should I do?

The girl named Raiden Mei is not the type to be strong-willed. Under the careful protection of her old father, Mei, who lacks maternal love, is well protected.

With her privileged family background and loving father, she had always lived a happy life.

But when all that changed, she was like a drowning child, helpless in the face of the overwhelming malice.

It's so cold, let's go home.

The thinly dressed girl looked distressed. Amidst the upsetting gossip, she struggled to her feet, trying to escape this "cage."

But then, a figure quietly approached.

"Hi~"

A vibrant voice rang in her ears. Mei, with tears in her eyes, looked up and saw a casually dressed, lazy-looking young man with black hair. He should have been the lazy type of boy, but he had a warm smile on his face that was seriously out of place with his appearance. It felt like a lively girl had been stuffed into a boy's body.

"If I'm not mistaken, you must be Raiden Mei, right? Would you like to chat?"

The other person greeted her with a smile, and then sat down next to Raiden Mei in a very familiar manner.

"..."

Faced with this unfamiliar and sudden boy, Mei remained silent, somewhat at a loss.

If it were in her usual style, she would have politely declined and left.

After all, as the daughter of the president of Me Company, and also an absolute beauty, she is undoubtedly a rich, beautiful, and wealthy woman in the eyes of men.

The education she received from her father instilled in her a certain wariness towards men who might have ulterior motives, or any strangers at all.

But looking at this man, for some reason, Mei felt that he wasn't a bad person.

So let's listen to what the other party has to say.

The girl thought so.

Unexpectedly, Alicia, who was now in Jiang Qiao's body, froze after sitting down.

Oh dear, what should I say to this child?

Although she knew she had to comfort Raiden Mei, she was also very confident and experienced in how to comfort girls, after all, she herself was a very cute girl.

But she doesn't seem to know this girl named Raiden Mei at all!

Due to time constraints, Jiang Qiao did not provide her with all the information she had revealed.