Azur Lane, will there be constant gunfire after peace?

"Please...please."

Du Lin felt a little embarrassed, as if he was back to the time when he had a physical examination.

Belfast began to fiddle with it. Du Lin closed his eyes and looked up at the chandelier on the ceiling, trying to block out his perception.

After a while, Du Lin heard a voice from below:

"I'm really lucky. It's just a little red and swollen, but there's no skin breakage or bleeding."

This news made Du Lin feel relieved.

"Then...then I feel relieved."

"However, timely emergency response is also required."

Belfast said as she tucked the hair behind her ears, opened her cherry lips and walked forward.

"Eh? Befa, what are you doing...ah~~"

Du Lin let out a strange cry before he could finish his words.

A part of Durin entered the warm and humid subspace.

............

In the office separated by a wall, three maids were still nervously waiting for the test results.

"You're not well yet? Is... is the injury serious?!"

Dido looked worried.

"Shh!"

Sirius put a finger to his lips, signaling Dido to be quiet.

She faintly heard Du Lin's voice coming from the room.

Sheffield also held her breath and listened attentively, and she also heard the noise.

what is that?

It sounded like crying, or like she was panting while running, and mixed with...begging for mercy?

In short, it's confusing.

The room was very soundproofed, and if the three maids hadn't had excellent hearing, they wouldn't have even noticed the slightest movement.

Ten minutes later, accompanied by a long sigh, the shattering sound stopped abruptly. After a brief silence, the commander's voice could be heard again:

"...Befal...I'm sorry...I couldn't control myself for a moment..."

"...Ah, how did you swallow...Okay...I'm so...sorry..."

The sound was so fragmented that even though Sirius and Dido almost pressed themselves against the wall, they were unable to hear any more information.

But then the door of the room was suddenly opened, and the two combat maids who were eavesdropping against the wall were in a panic. They straightened their backs and pretended nothing had happened.

"Is the Commander okay?"

"Is the injury serious?"

Faced with the urgent inquiry, Belfast did not answer immediately. She closed the door casually, then took out a white handkerchief and wiped her lips calmly.

"Hehe, don't worry, the master is fine. It's just that the master is too tired, so I let him rest inside."

The two combat maids breathed a sigh of relief after hearing the news, but they made a new discovery.

"Ok?"

"Um... Maid, there seems to be something at the corner of your mouth..."

"Really?" Belfast touched the corner of his mouth without changing his expression and removed a small strand of hair.

"Oh, it's my hair that got it."

"Head...hair?"

Sheffield maintained his posture of being punished with a strange expression.

"...Belfast, when did you have black hair?"

Volume 52: Chapter The Royal Invitation

Sheffield stood up slowly. She was very concerned about the origin of the black curly hair in Belfast's hand.

"It happens sometimes."

Belfast smiled calmly and brought the topic back:

"You have worked so hard since yesterday. His Majesty has decided to hold a banquet tonight to entertain the host, and he specifically requested that you accompany him."

"Eh? Us?"

Sirius and Dido were quite surprised.

It is a rare honor to be nominated by His Majesty to attend a dinner specially organized to entertain the commander.

Belfast nodded slightly, and she smiled at Sirius and Dido:

"His Majesty is very satisfied with your performance. He believes that your insistence on guarding the office building despite the pressure is a good demonstration of the royal family's determination to 'fight every enemy', so he wants to reward you in person."

"As for Sheffield... His Majesty believes that thanks to her performance, the Royal Navy's first secretary ship duty was not humiliated."

"Your Majesty's...commendation?!"

“Dining with the host…”

Dido and Sirius were flattered and full of anticipation.

Sheffield's eyes flickered:

"It looks like you've got things sorted out."

"Haha~ Thanks to your hard work~" Belfast responded with a chuckle covering his mouth.

Sheffield made a "tsk" sound, feeling very unhappy.

It was Belfast who went out with his master without permission and caused the turmoil yesterday. Sheffield and others who were also serving as secretary ships should have been punished for this, but I don't know what kind of magic Belfast had given His Majesty to reward him.

Belfast glanced at the wall clock:

"There is still an hour and a half before the banquet. You should go back and prepare. Oh, by the way, Charybdis has already learned the news, so you don't have to inform her. As for the master..."

Belfast looked back at the small room:

"...I will wake him up when the time comes."

"Yes Yes!"

"...I see."

With the exception of Belfast, all the Royal Secretary ships on duty had left.

Sheffield frowned as he left, but Sirius and Dido looked happy.

They should have been punished for their previous attack on Du Lin, but now they are being rewarded for their meritorious service.

In this case, there is no need for confinement, right?

Belfast breathed a sigh of relief after watching the three people leave.

She glanced at the curly black hair in her hands and a blush spread across her cheeks.

"Really? I actually left such a loophole. I need to be more skilled."

Thinking back to what happened in the small room just now, even Belfast felt his cheeks getting hot.

If you think about it carefully, it's really absurd behavior. Everyone is outside, and if they are exposed, the host's reputation will be ruined...

What's wrong with me? Just being alone with the Commander, I can't help but do that...

Belfast's heart beat faster and she placed a hand on her chest, feeling the rapid beat.

This is the feeling called "like".

My love for my master has reached the point where I can't control myself at any time and in any place.

Although he already has the most intimate relationship with his master, his desire and possessiveness are growing stronger and stronger.

"I am such a...unqualified maid."

Belfast laughs at herself, but she has no regrets.

"Haha~"

Belfast felt hot all over when he recalled Du Lin's satisfied and dazed look just now.

Yes, it was just serving.

After all, the owner is also very happy.

............

As night fell, Du Lin, led by Belfast, arrived at the royal area of ​​the docklands.

If we were to say which camp has the most luxurious territory in the port area, the Royal Camp would be second and no other camp would dare to claim first place.

There are castles full of European medieval style, as well as magnificent palaces that rival those of monarchs.

Elizabeth is truly "Her Majesty" in this area.

This is the strength of the royal camp.

"I didn't expect Elizabeth would invite me to the dinner, Befa. How on earth did you do it?"

Du Lin turned his head to look at the head maid. He really couldn't figure out how she convinced Elizabeth.

"Haha, I know a little bit about your majesty's intentions, so I'll just go with the flow~"

Belfast smiled, then stepped forward to help Du Lin straighten his collar:

"Master, the collar was a little messy here. Well, it's fine now."

Du Lin looked down at his clothes. He was still wearing the clothes he bought at Sakuragura Port yesterday.

“Isn’t this too casual?”

"Whatever you want." Belfast nodded:

"Your Majesty will be very happy as long as the master comes in person."

Since the parties involved don't care, Du Lin won't be pretentious about this issue.

"Then Master, please follow me in."

Under the guidance of Belfast, Du Lin officially stepped into the royal area.

The dinner was held at a place called "Elizabeth Palace", and it was a long walk from the door to get there.

But Du Lin did not feel bored during this journey. The reason for this was not only because of Belfast's company, but also because of what he saw along the way.

The neatly constructed lawn, the beautiful courtyard full of flowers, the exquisitely crafted marble fountain, etc.

All of this made Du Lin dazzled.

In the past three years, except for Donghuang, Du Lin rarely went to the interior of each camp in person.

Of course, it's not that there are none. Du Lin had been to the royal family several times before, but his purpose was very simple at that time. He was only thinking about the battle plan in his mind and had no time to appreciate the scenery along the way.

But now it is different, peace has come.

Du Lin's tense nerves can finally relax and he can seriously discover the beauty around him.

"It's strange that I didn't see anyone."

Durin didn't see any ship girls along the way, but occasionally caught a glimpse of some little yellow chickens running back and forth.

Belfast explained;

"This is His Majesty's request, and there aren't many people moving around this area of ​​the road at night."