Even in the world of Kancolle, I want to drive a robot!

But all this has nothing to do with her Zeppelin. Even though almost all the ship girls in the port area have come to Iron-Blooded, most of them are just here to join in the fun. The ones who really come with a purpose are nothing more than the wedding ships.

After thinking for a while, Zeppelin sighed and said, "Forget it. From my position, I really can't stop you, the wedding ship. Take the commander and go. If others come to find me, I will help you keep the secret."

This caught St. Louis off guard. She had never thought that Count Zeppelin was so easy to talk to. Wasn't it rumored that this guy was a madman who was so extreme that he wanted to destroy the world?

How come she is prepared to keep the secret before I even pay the hush money? Could it be that something happened between the commander and her during this period of time?

Considering all this, St. Louis looked at Xia Bai, then at Count Zeppelin. Upon closer inspection, he saw that there was a faint blush on the other's face.

Then, St. Louis moved his gaze to her lower body. There were a few crystal clear water marks on her hazy and seductive black stockings. It seemed that Zeppelin was not as indifferent as she appeared.

Well, St. Louis understood. When they came, Zeppelin had already taken the lead and eaten up the commander. Now he was in the sage state, so of course he didn't care about these things.

Feeling that he had found the answer, St. Louis smiled brightly, carefully held Xia Bai in his arms, and then said to Zeppelin: "I'm going back to the White Eagle base, you should come with me, we should have a lot of topics to talk about."

Hearing this, Zeppelin asked in confusion, "Are you worried that I can't keep the secret of you taking the commander away?"

"Don't worry. After talking to the Commander, I've become much more 'normal'. I'm not as confused as before. The fact that I can talk to you here is the biggest proof of that."

Although what Xia Bai said before would not shake Qi Penglin too much, it did have some impact on her. After the other party fell asleep, Qi Penglin also examined himself.

Along the way, she did cause a lot of trouble for Iron Blood. She spoke in a cryptic way, was difficult to approach, never looked at anyone kindly, and had a strong desire to destroy...

The reason why she ruthlessly believes that the world will be destroyed is because she has witnessed too much pain and the world itself is sick.

Humans and ship girls fought against endless Sirens, and sadness was spreading every moment, especially when Sardinia and Iris would send battle reports every once in a while.

Either this ship sank or that island was lost.

Although it was just a few lines, Zeppelin could feel the despair that the Faro and Chester areas were facing.

But they could only look at the high wall of the Solomon Line and could do nothing.

Over time, Zeppelin's originally extreme and dark psychology became what was rumored.

If Bismarck had not been tolerant enough, and Prince Eugen and Peter had not often come to help her adjust her mindset, she would probably have destroyed herself long ago because of the darkness in her heart that had nowhere to vent.

Change is impossible to change. Until now, Zeppelin still believes that the world will go towards "destruction". However, on the road of experiencing this "destruction", we should not be so bitter and resentful. It is also possible to have more happiness.

Zeppelin's current plan is to calmly walk to the end with everyone in Tiexue and Xia Bai.

If other people saw Zeppelin like this now, they would definitely be surprised to find that her originally deep and fierce temperament had softened a lot and was not as cold as before.

Perhaps just as Xia Bai said, she has never been a 'god-killer' or a 'witness to the end', but just a person with severe chuunibyou who has gone astray.

Chapter 48 There is only one answer

evening.

Tonight the Iron Blood Base is no longer as deserted as before, it is very lively and bustling with ship girls everywhere.

They gathered in groups of three or four, chatting while looking for Xia Bai's trace.

"Hmm, is Xia Bai here? It seems he is not here anymore..."

Opening the lid of the trash can and looking inside, Rafi shook his head in disappointment.

For the little expellees, being able to come to Iron Blood Adventure openly is a happy thing. They cannot see Elizabeth's intention, but simply think that there will be rewards for finding Xia Bai, and most of them are just playing around.

Lafei didn't want to come. Instead of looking for Xia Bai, she wanted to go back to her room and have a good sleep. She was already tired enough today.

However, the 'Four Great Families' are one and the same, and if Javelin and Ayanami, with whom she has a good relationship, are coming, she won't spoil the fun by going to sleep alone.

Besides, Nimi was also in Iron Blood, and they hadn't seen Nimi for a while.

"The commander wouldn't be in a place like this." With an awkward smile, Javelin grabbed Rafi's little arm and pulled him off the trash can.

With his red eyes wide open, Lafite asked seriously: "...If Xia Bai is not here, where else could he be?"

At night, Lafite was much more awake, much better than her drowsy appearance during the day. She was a member of the "Night Owl Club" in the port area.

"I don't know either." Javelin said with a pursed mouth.

If she knew where Xia Bai was, she wouldn't have wandered around the courtyard with her friends.

"Ayanami doesn't know either, but Nimi must know." Ayanami interrupted, raising her little hand.

Javelin suddenly realized, "Yes, Nimi is very familiar with the environment of Iron Blood. She must know where the commander is hiding."

Afterwards, the trio changed their goal from 'finding Xia Bai' to 'finding Nimi, and then finding Xia Bai from her', and headed towards the office building in a lively manner.

Looking at the three people's backs going away, Akagi sneered and whispered: "Naive, how could Z23 know where dear is... However, it is a good idea to find an iron-blooded ship girl who is familiar with the terrain to lead the way."

With a faint smile on her lips, Akagi turned around and looked at Odin who had been following her. The fox tail behind him stood up and said, "What is this person's name? And why does he keep following us sisters?"

Hearing this, flames ignited in Kaga's hands, and his blue fox eyes stared at Odin.

Facing the undisguised hostility of the First Air Battleship, Odin placed his right arm on the greatsword at his side and said coldly: "Third phase research, battlecruiser, Odin... Because you are trouble, I will follow you."

While saying this, Odin kept looking at Akagi, indicating that she was the only 'trouble'.

Akagi was not angry, and mocked: "You think I am a 'trouble'? You Iron Bloods have a lot of 'trouble'."

As the head of the new Sakura Empire, Akagi certainly knew Odin. She said that just to stir up trouble, but looking at Odin's expression, it seemed that he didn't hear the hidden meaning in her words.

"Iron Blood has a lot of troubles, but this is Iron Blood..."

"This is the port area that belongs to the commander, not just to you, the Iron Bloods."

Slowly walking in front of Odin, Akagi patted her shoulder and chuckled, "You should put yourself in the right position first, junior."

"Times have changed. The power you are so proud of is as weak as an ant in front of us. If you want to find a way to become stronger, I can give you a chance."

The personalities of the ship girls are varied, but they all follow the pursuit of power, especially iron-blooded battlecruisers like Odin.

Indeed, Odin is very powerful, even comparable to the previous monarchs. If it were in the past, she would have been one of the top ones among the ship girls.

Not to mention that Odin, the scientific research ship girl, is very "magical". She has good firepower and powerful abilities. She can lay mines and light up the sea, and she is also extremely good in close combat.

But now, Akagi is not exaggerating, but she really feels that Odin can no longer defeat Sirius, the light cruiser girl.

As the first ship girl to establish a spiritual link with Xia Bai and possess a Mecha, Sirius fully absorbed the "bonus" of the rising period.

It can be said that the existence of the ship equipment has dragged down Sirius's fighting style, which is in line with what all the ship girls in the port area have joked about.

Ship suit? Not even dogs need it.

The same goes for Odin. Now there is only one way to become stronger quickly without side effects, and that is to establish a spiritual connection with the Great Emperor of their Red Axis.

But to be honest, there are quite a few ship girls who are eyeing this spot. Even someone like her who is not very interested in gossip knows that Tosa and Kii of the Sakura Empire, the Royal Vanguard, and King George V are all determined to get the next spot.

There are quite a few people in Tiexue who are interested in this, but because Xia Bai has been playing slack for the past three months, he has not had the opportunity. A spiritual link cannot be established just by wanting to, and both parties must have a deep bond.

Xia Bai stayed in the castle tower all day long, where foxes gathered, so they had no chance to get along well with each other.

After a moment of silence, Odin asked, "What is the price then? What is the price?"

Obviously, Odin made a choice in the face of power.

Seeing Odin fall into the trap, Akagi said with a smile: "Odin, you are very familiar with Iron Blood. Lead the way to help us find the commander... and support me in the selection of the secretary ship."

"Whether or not I find a commander, and whether or not I can eventually become a secretary ship, I will design a comprehensive plan for establishing a spiritual connection for you. How do you think?"

Hearing this, Odin fell into deep thought.

Akagi has thought about this for so long, and wants me to take a stand on the secretary ship choice...

They, the Iron Blood, do not have the capital to compete for the secretary ship at the moment, because even if they do not have a marriage ship, at most Peter and Tirpitz have an unclear relationship with Xia Bai.

But no one can predict the election of the secretary ship. What if they, the Iron Blood, are qualified in the future? If Odin joins Akagi's camp at that time, will it be considered a betrayal?

"This is the port area that belongs to the commander, not just to you, the Iron Bloods." For some reason, Akagi's words echoed in Odin's mind again.

If you only hold on to the concepts between camps, you will not be able to fully integrate into this big group.

"Iron Blood, Sakura Empire, Red Axis, Minato, Commander..." Considering the relationship between them, Odin's confused expression suddenly became firm.

"We are the Red Axis under the Commander, and we do not belong to any faction... Then, there is only one answer."

"In order to gain power, I will support you in the election for secretary ship."

Chapter 49 Reason

Not to mention that Akagi has already tricked a general from Tiexue into joining his camp.

In the office, the ship girls surrounded Bismarck and Frederick the Great in circles, asking her for an explanation.

"Name."

"Bismarck."

"Ship type."

"Battleship."

"Port position."

"Iron-blooded leader, prime minister of the Red Axis, and great general."

Sitting at the desk, Ajax put down the report he had picked up casually and said unkindly, "Do you know what you have done wrong?"

"I don't think Miss Ajax is qualified to interrogate me," Bismarck said calmly.

It was impossible to confess. She had not committed any crime. At most, she was just helping Prince Frederick to bear some of the blame. Ajax wanted to use rhetoric to lure her into a trap, which was too much of a disrespect for Bismarck.

'Snapped--'

He slammed his palm on the table, making a loud noise. Ajax acted angry and shouted, "If you confess, you will be treated leniently. If you resist, you will be treated severely. You still want to deny it in the face of irrefutable evidence?"

"I tell you, the Prince of Wales and the others have gone to Frederick the Great's room. It's only a matter of time before they find the commander."

"and this!"

Grabbing the document that had just been dropped, Ajax pointed at the words on it and continued, "How could you not discuss such an important matter with our royal family? Could it be that you, the Iron Bloods, are harboring evil intentions and want to betray the commander?"

Prince Eugen, who arrived later, raised his eyebrows and said sarcastically, "Ajax, you are crazy. Why should we inform the royal family of something we can handle ourselves?"

"Besides, who says we have evil intentions? We have informed Chongying and Donghuang about the human forces, and they also agreed that we can handle this matter."

Hearing this, Ajax was stunned, and glared at the 'jury' Nagato, as if questioning why she didn't inform the royal family. The latter turned his head with an unnatural expression and whispered: "I told Elizabeth about this...but she didn't seem to care much."

Elizabeth, who was watching the excitement, found that the flames of war suddenly burned to herself, and said confidently: "Don't look at me like that, I never take such trivial matters to heart."

No, Queen, where is your previous cleverness? Can't you see that I am embarrassing Tiexue? I finally seized such a great opportunity. Isn't this disgusting to them?

Ajax was silent for a moment with a gloomy expression, then changed the subject and continued, "You Iron Blood will not be held responsible for this matter, but regarding the commander, Bismarck, do you have anything to say?"

After thinking for a moment, Bismarck replied: "I have the right to remain silent."

"I think you, Bismarck, won't cry until you see the coffin!"

With a sneer, Bismarck folded his hands under his chin, stared into Ajax's eyes and said seriously: "Except for the commander, no one in the entire port area can judge me."

If we really count the power of position, apart from the secretary ship who has not yet appeared, Bismarck is the one who is second to none and above ten thousand people. Xia Bai once joked that the Red Central Axis Prime Minister and General actually fell on Bismarck's head.

For military operations, Bismarck can directly obtain the highest command authority and mobilize the ship girls of the Iron Blood, Royal Navy, Sakura Empire, and Eastern Glory at will.

When it comes to port affairs, Bismarck can go directly into the castle tower and help Xia Bai deal with all the documents. As long as they are for the commander to see, she can review them and make her own judgment.

He does not mean that.

For someone like Xia Bai, who has reached a certain level of strength and status, he still has to think before speaking.

Fortunately, Bismarck was very restrained and did not use his "tremendous" power to interfere in any affairs. He also did not turn the port area into his own place of authority within these three months. He just stayed in his own small piece of land of Iron and Blood.

But even so, Ajax is still wary of the opponent, so they target Sangvishes so much.

Now that they found out that Bismarck was using his status to pressure others, and that he had to be caught red-handed before he could be brought to justice, Ajax was disgraced.

The empty titles of marriage ship and "Royal Think Tank" are indeed not very reliable compared to Bismarck, who held both positions.

Her plan was to make Bismarck lose one of her positions in this incident. At least it was not so "unsolvable". It would be bad for the entire port area if a ship girl had too much power. Besides, the other party was not a marriage ship.

"After I find the commander, I will ask him to re-draft the positions of all the ship girls in the port area. Bismarck, you won't be so arrogant for long."

Bismarck smiled and said, "I am looking forward to that day, but before that, I am still the powerful Prime Minister and General of the Red Axis."

"What can the commander-in-chief of the Royal Guard do? Get Ajax out of here."

Noshiro, who was suddenly called out, looked stunned. He walked slowly behind Ajax and said politely, "Please don't embarrass me. The right given by the master is my first mission."

Seeing Noshiro's serious expression, Ajax smacked his lips and said unhappily, "Tsk, so be it, Bismarck can only use such a despicable method to retaliate against me."

"Thank you for your understanding... My apologies."

After saying this politely, Noshiro restrained Ajax's right arm from under her armpit with one hand and dragged her out of the office, leaving the surrounding ship girls stunned.

It was only now that they realized that Bismarck, the guy who had always been wandering outside the castle tower, was the one with the most power.