[COD] Newbie's Rise to Power

But you know, the more varied the tasks, the more skills you need to master, and the hardships involved are not easily described.

"Wow, then you're all-powerful? That's amazing!"

Your eyes are filled with admiration as you gaze at him in awe.

The hardship is over, so there's no point in telling him about it anymore. Only recognition and praise can make him feel that his hard work was worthwhile.

That's what you thought, so you didn't comfort him.

Kruger's eyes curved slightly, and his tone revealed a sense of ease.

"Your mouth is both lovable and annoying."

I understand if I like you; after all, who doesn't like someone who's good with words?

But I hate it...

What do you dislike about it?

You really don't understand, what did you say that made him dislike you? Haven't you always been agreeable and praising him?

Although sometimes I might say one thing and mean another.

Kruger stares at you: "I hate it...it says some hypocritical things."

You immediately felt guilty and quickly changed the subject.

"So, what is it that you like about it?"

You see, he doesn't seem to really like it when you praise him.

Kruger: "I like that it says some hypocritical things."

you:......

ch.63: Gifts

Time flies. You count the five paper stars on the table; those are the five days that have passed.

These paper stars are the ones you started folding from the day Kruger promised to send you away once you recovered from your injury.

One pill a day, for exactly five days.

Kruger's injuries are no longer serious. You will be leaving here tomorrow and heading back to where you came from.

There's still time. Change your clothes and head out.

After all, we've been here for so long and have made some friends, some close and some not so close, so we have to say goodbye.

As you walk along the road, your pace slows down unconsciously as you carefully observe everything around you, even though you are already quite familiar with it.

When you arrived at Su An'er's medical room, she was the only one inside.

She was looking down at the documents, occasionally poking her head with her pen, appearing very engrossed.

"Knock down!"

You knocked on the door, pulling her back from her reverie.

Su An'er looked up and smiled at you.

"yn, what brings you here?"

You've been so busy keeping an eye on Kruger these past few days that you haven't had time to visit her.

Take a moment to calm yourself down and give her a relaxed smile.

"Beautiful Su An'er, I'm leaving tomorrow, don't miss me too much~"

The atmosphere fell silent. Su An'er stared at you blankly for a few seconds before her face fell.

You said anxiously, "What are you doing! You...you're not going to cry, are you?"

But Su An'er just glared at you and said with a sour face:

"You think beautiful!"

You breathed a sigh of relief; at least you weren't crying.

Suddenly I realized that it wasn't so bad that she had a sour face.

Will you come again in the future?

Su An'er sat down and asked you calmly.

You sigh: "Maybe there'll be a chance."

You yourself don't seem to have the confidence to say that, after all, as a soldier you don't have the freedom to roam around at will.

"With you gone, my life will be meaningless again."

She could have talked to you to ease her mind, but after you left, she had to return to her lonely life day after day.

There's a saying...

Sometimes it's better not to meet at all.

If you can't accept the discomfort after separation, it's better not to meet in the first place.

You sensed her emotions and felt a pang of sadness yourself, but you had to leave...

"Or, I can give you something!"

You suddenly spoke.

Su An'er looked at you in confusion: "What is it?"

You stand up with a smile: "Anything is fine, as long as it reminds you of me!"

Then, you quickly walked towards the door of the medical room.

"Wait for me!"

After saying that, you ran out.

You sometimes run, sometimes walk briskly, moving aimlessly, searching for what you need.

But everything in the base is too ordinary and lacks any commemorative significance; that won't do.

As you leave the base's residential area, you see wildflowers on the grass.

You shake your head, saying that flowers wither easily and don't last long.

Your gaze wanders, eventually settling in one direction.

That's... a lake, the lake you visited before.

A sudden inspiration struck you, and you ran towards the lake with a smile.

Once you reach the lake, you immediately take off your shoes and step into the cool lake water.

The cool lake water envelops your feet, giving you a feeling of relaxation from your feet to your head.

You lower your head and watch the figure gracefully swimming in the lake, your gaze following it intently.

"Splash!"

You reach out to grab a figure, but miss.

"What are you doing?"

A voice rang out, and you looked up...

It's Nicholas.

You truthfully answer, "I'm catching fish."

He walked to the lakeside and looked down at the shadows of fish swimming past your feet.

"Arrested? What for?"

You shook the water off your hands and said, "A farewell gift for Su An'er."

Nick paused: "A farewell...gift?"

You nodded, then looked at him and said, "I was planning to talk to you about this, but I'm leaving tomorrow."

After a long silence, Nikoto finally spoke:

"I'll help you."

It means I'll help you catch fish.

You quickly waved your hand and refused: "No, no, it only has meaning if you catch it yourself."

Nicoto nodded, then stood aside, clearly intending to watch you catch the fish.

Without wasting any more time, you bent down and started searching for fish again.

"Splash!"

"Splash!"

After several attempts, you finally caught one!

You smiled smugly and examined the fish you held in your hand.

Hmm... although it's only the size of two fingers, it's just right for raising animals.

only...

You hold the fish, looking around, but can't find a container.

What do you need?

Nicholas, who was standing nearby, noticed your movement and asked you a question.

"I caught a fish, but I have nothing to put it in."

You told me about your troubles.

"Wait."

After Nicotto finished speaking, he walked to the lakeside, broke off a long blade of grass, sat down in a chair, and began to weave quickly with his fingers.

Before long, a round container woven from grass leaves was formed.