The system handed me over to the state.

After asking her questions for an hour, she finally nodded contentedly, nestled in Bronya's arms, and fell asleep... This speed at which she fell asleep was a bit... outrageous... When did she master the technique of falling asleep quickly?

However, at this moment, Seele sighed and rubbed her eyes, saying, "Sister Black Seele can finally get a good night's sleep..."

"Get a good night's sleep... What's wrong with her lately?"

After a thorough examination, Bronya found that Blackie was in good health and there was nothing wrong with her.

Gently stroking Hei hope's long hair, Xi'er adjusted her position so that she could rest her head on her lap and fall asleep. She whispered, "Sister Hei Xi, after you left for half a month, I had my period. But for some reason, that period was particularly painful for you. The doctors at the base were helpless. Even painkillers didn't work, and even anesthesia didn't help."

"That week, Hei Xi didn't get much sleep, and in the following week, Hei Xi's mental state wasn't very good either."

"And I was hoping you'd come back from outside the teleportation room, but all I got was news that you'd been stranded in enemy territory..."

Bronya lowered her head, her hand stroking Blackie's face. Blackie immediately grasped Bronya's hand tightly with her other hand. "Thank you for your hard work..."

Bronya didn't voice any further questions. She hadn't imagined her departure would have such a significant impact on Hei hope... She really needed to discuss the next mission with Tong Xi properly...

"I'll stay with her for the time being. Also, tell me about the invasion and the current situation."

Seele nodded, while Lin Yuxin suddenly leaned forward, staring at Bronya and saying, "I feel... your mindset seems a little different. Is it because of this mission?"

Bronya pondered for a moment, then nodded and said, "That's about it... It's probably a feeling of regret for wanting to change one's fate, and a sense of helplessness and sighing about fate."

Lin Yuxin blinked. "Can I say I didn't understand?"

"I won't explain it to you if you don't understand."

"You're so mean, huh!"

Chapter 290: World Situation and Honeymoon Trip

Through Seele's narration and browsing the data terminal, Bronya learned about the events of the past month, as well as recent events.

The invasion of the Shadow Empire actually happened just a week ago. A week ago, thanks to Tong Xi's reminder, they learned that the world barrier had been broken. Britain, China, and the Soviet Union were all prepared for war, but what lay before them was not war, but something even more terrifying.

The dark shadows silently infiltrated the entire world. From the satellite perspective, the world appeared unchanged, everything seemed normal. But the truth was that, apart from Britain, all regions of China and the Soviet Union were invaded and assimilated by the Shadow Empire in a short period of time.

Excluding the people of China, Britain, and the Soviet Union, a total of more than 50 billion people worldwide were all replaced by people of the Shadow Empire in just three days.

They were astonished by the actual population of the Shadow Empire, and they also discovered a strange change: the Earth seemed to be shrouded in a strange film that made the sunlight unusually cold and damp, losing its original brilliance and instead becoming like a biting wind.

Over the next four days, the intelligence agencies of China, Britain, and the Soviet Union worked at full capacity to find out the specific situation after the world was invaded by the Shadow Empire, and confirmed that no country other than their three nations had survived.

In other words, there are only these three countries left on Earth.

The only relatively fortunate thing is that, due to the constraint barrier, the Shadow Empire's first wave of attacks was directly blocked from the outside world. Therefore, the three countries are now in a stalemate with the Shadow Empire.

Shenzhou quickly formulated a response strategy: to continue observing and looking for a suitable opportunity to counterattack.

Having clearly grasped the eerie magical effects and terrifying population of the Shadow Empire, even the technologically advanced Shenzhou dared not easily break free of the restraining barrier to retaliate.

Therefore, after a day of discussion, the three kingdoms set their next goals.

The three countries share the civilization pack technology they obtained through contractors and cooperate to rapidly develop their own technology. Shenzhou even pulls out another parallel world channel to Shenzhou.

They wanted to give the shadowy empires observing China, Britain, and the Soviet Union the impression that the three countries were already in a desperate struggle, thus lowering their guard. Then, with a technological breakthrough, they would wipe them out in one fell swoop!

Now, this plan has begun, and scientists from Britain, China, and the Soviet Union have all begun to transfer to the parallel world to conduct scientific research.

However, this plan has not been announced to the public yet, since no one knows whether the Shadow Empire has special means to obtain intelligence from civilians. Therefore, only a simple situation report was given, and... none of the three countries activated any wartime emergency response measures.

People in China continue to live their lives as usual, without any pressure. That's how capricious the restrictive barriers are.

"Use more powerful technology to fight back? That's certainly one way, but how long would that take? Do we have enough resources?"

"There is another world waiting for us to explore."

Bronya paused for a moment, then realized, "Oh right! Even if that world is contaminated by the Honkai and nuclear radiation, under normal circumstances, it can still be cultivated after purification."

In other words, there is an entire Earth over there, waiting for them to develop and green it little by little.

"That's true... In that case, there's really no need to worry about resources... So, what's the public's reaction?"

Bronya was curious about how the people would react after learning about the current situation the country was facing. Lin Yuxin nodded, "The situation is much better than you imagine. After hearing the news, the general attitude of the people in the country is, 'If the country isn't panicking, why should we be?'"

"Of course, there are also some online politicians who claim to be 'for the country and the people' every day and stir up trouble online. I heard that His Majesty specially mobilized the diplomatic group to set up a special countermeasure team. It's basically that... when they promote or spread something, the team immediately releases the opposite message or reveals some policies to slap them in the face."

"Anyway... it was quite lively there when I went there last time."

Bronya's lips twitched slightly. Was this because, after the country stopped its various diplomatic propaganda efforts, the entire diplomatic team had nothing to do and was instead doing something like... messing with the other side's mentality?

"What about overseas Chinese compatriots?"

"Those who should have been evacuated have been evacuated. As for those who don't want to come back, there's nothing we can do. As for those in China who want to escape, let them go. We can't care if they die abroad. We've said what we should say and done what we should do. We still believe that things are better abroad. What else can we do?"

Lin Yuxin helplessly spread her hands, then suddenly brought it up: "Oh right! Something I just remembered. Her Majesty said that after you come back this time, because the domestic and international situation is stable and the war has been hindered by the existence of the barrier, she plans to give you a vacation. You can do whatever you want."

"This... seems pretty good too."

Although I had been mostly slacking off before the mission, there wasn't much fun to do inside the base. Now that Su Su had granted me leave, it was like a real vacation.

Bronya stroked the long hair on the back of Kurohime's head as she pondered, "Where should I go for fun during my vacation?"

As for the Shadow Empire, it's impossible to visit tourist attractions abroad, and as for domestically... I've basically been to all the places I wanted to go.

How about... going to other worlds for a visit? That seems like a good option!

Seeing Bronya's expression as if she had suddenly thought of something, Lin Yuxin smiled and said, "It seems you've thought it through?"

"Um, are you and Tong Xi coming together?"

Lin Yuxin shook her head decisively and said helplessly, "No, Tong Xi has become particularly depressed lately. Without her, I really suspect she'll turn our house into a garbage dump, and she'll become a useless person too. So I can't go..."

"You guys go ahead. You, Hei hope, and Xi'er should all be able to go."

"Hey! Am I included?"

Seele was quite surprised. Why was Bronya taking her along on her trip? It shouldn't be like this...

"Aren't you Bronya's partner? There doesn't seem to be anything wrong with the three of you going on a honeymoon together!"

Lin Yuxin pinched her chin, looking at the three of them with a mischievous smile. Xi'er's face suddenly turned red. Honeymoon... honeymoon trip... isn't that... isn't that something that happens after marriage?

At this moment, Bronya smiled and said, "No problem, then... let's treat it as a honeymoon!"

Bronya's words were a complete acknowledgment of her relationship with Seele. Lin Yuxin walked up with a mischievous smile and patted Bronya on the shoulder, "Manage your time well! I know you both have great stamina, but don't stay in your room all day!"

"Sister Yuxin, what nonsense are you talking about!"

She was met with Seele's angry and humiliating shout.

Chapter 291: Absence Makes the Heart Blossom

This was probably the most comfortable and peaceful sleep Hei hope had had in a while. Still a little groggy, she turned to her side, curled up, and when she opened her eyes, she saw Bronya's peaceful sleeping face.

Her gaze lingered for a moment, then she reached out, her hand trembling slightly, to touch Bronya's face. She was afraid; was this an illusion? But she touched it! She touched it! It was real! She was back, truly back! It wasn't a dream!

Blackie pulled Bronya into her arms and held her tightly. Bronya was startled awake by the commotion. After stammering a few times, she relaxed and said helplessly, "Ugh... why are you so excited so early in the morning...?"

Blackie didn't answer, so Bronya relaxed her body and let Blackie hug her tightly. Anyway... she wouldn't lose out.

A few minutes later, Hei hope released Bronya, her eyes slightly red. Bronya smiled indulgently and gently wiped Hei Xi's eyes, saying, "Why are you crying? It's like I've been gone for a long time, a whole month. You couldn't even hold back?"

"No...it's just...it's just so agonizing...without you, I feel like the world has truly turned gray..."

"And Seele too. Even though I'm not here, Seele is with you, hmm..."

Before Bronya could finish speaking, Blackie silenced her with a kiss, and Bronya closed her eyes, savoring the tender moment.

Supported by their strong physiques, this tender moment lasted for a considerable time compared to what a normal person could endure.

In the end, it was Bronya who first had the idea of ​​backing down. Bronya, who originally wanted to separate, was suddenly hugged by Blackie again, who held her tightly and with considerable force.

In the end, Bronya had no choice but to lie down and accept it. She couldn't resist, so she could only enjoy it.

Thus, this tender moment, fueled by Hei hope's long-suppressed emotions, developed even more rapidly and passionately, raging like a wildfire.

As noon approached, Bronya let out a long sigh, lay down, her body covered in fragrant sweat, feeling the exhaustion and emptiness in her body, and turned her head to ask, "Are you satisfied now?"

"Um...I..."

Hei hope stammered, unable to speak, like a girl in the throes of first love. Bronya reached out and stroked Hei hope's face. "You're acting like a girl after her first time. I'm guessing this isn't your first time, is it?"

"Or did you develop a completely different personality after I went out and came back?"

Then Bronya got a hard knock on the head from Seele. Bronya covered her head, blinked, and turned to the side. "I'm not going to argue with you. Are you still going to sleep? If not, get up. It's already noon. Didn't you see that Seele hasn't bothered us at all today? Such a good girl. You wouldn't have been targeting her all month while I was gone, would you?"

Hei hope immediately shook her head vigorously, "No, why would I target her? Anyway, she's the one you chose, what else can I say?"

"But... I hope that if you and she get to that point, you'll remember to let me know. I don't want to go in and see two naked bodies."

"As if you're not one of them!"

Bronya laughed out loud, and smacked Hei Xi's bottom with her hand from under the covers: "Alright, get up. Honestly, your nightgown and underwear are scattered everywhere... You're in charge of doing the laundry tonight!"

"Hmph! No way!"

"Who started it this morning?"

"you!"

"Huh? How did it become that I started it? You've gone too far! Is this how you treat me?"

Bronya turned around and immediately put on a pitiful expression, while Blackie remained indifferent. Finally, she pouted and said, "I'll just wash it myself, there's a washing machine anyway..."

"Then it's up to you. Put it in the washing machine first, then go change your clothes. You'll be back around dinner time."

After saying that, Bronya threw all the messy nightgowns and underwear on the bed. Kuroki picked them up one by one and hugged them to her arms. In the end, she took out her own nightgown and put it on before walking towards the laundry room.

Half an hour later, after washing up and changing clothes, the two put on their usual combat uniforms as usual. Compared to ordinary clothes, Bronya really liked the functionality of the combat uniforms, and they were also beautiful. Unless the occasion required it, she really didn't want to change clothes.

"Are you ready?"

Standing in front of the full-length mirror, Bronya leaned slightly, raised her hands behind her head, and then took the hair tie that she was holding in her lips with her other hand and tied it up.

After repeating the process twice, I made pigtails. Looking at myself in the mirror with pigtails, I felt like something was missing...

"Oh! I remember now!"

Bronya realized what she was missing.