Shipgirls and Salted Fish Commander, Port Survival Guide

"At this time, it is the royal camp's afternoon tea time. No matter what happens, they must drink tea and eat snacks at this time. This has been the unwavering rule for a long time."

"So if we go over there now, we'll only be bothering them~" Changchun said, spouting nonsense with a straight face.

It's not entirely nonsense, after all, the royal family does enjoy afternoon tea, and unless there are special circumstances, they will gather together to enjoy this leisure time.

However, the royal family is not unaware of priorities; if something really happens, suspending afternoon tea is not out of the question.

"Like this?"

"Of course it's true. If you don't believe me, Commander, you can ask Sister TB. Or do you want to go shopping with Changchun?" Changchun went to Jing Su's side, took his hand, and shook it back and forth. Her voice was sweet and soft, making people's scalps tingle.

"How could that be? I'll send a message over there later. But let me make this clear first, I'll accompany you around, no problem. I can also buy things in Changchun if you want."

However, one thing is certain: all the food you buy must be eaten; no waste is allowed.

"Okay, okay, leave it to me, Commander. That looks delicious, let's go check it out!"

Chapter Fifty: The Welcoming Personnel

"Your Majesty, something terrible has happened!"

The blonde, mature woman moved swiftly through the opulent room.

"Is it a servant? Ahem." Upon hearing the door open, Queen Elizabeth first stood up excitedly, then coughed a few times after seeing who it was, sat down again, and said in a serious tone, "Glory, what's the matter that you're in such a hurry? You've completely lost the demeanor of a royal lady."

"I am very sorry, Your Majesty, but the matter is urgent." He stopped and took a breath. "The ship girls who are in charge of receiving the commander have sent back a message that they have not been able to reach him."

"What?" Queen Elizabeth stood up abruptly, her voice shrill. "Dare they refuse to release them? They dare to break the rules! Are they pushing their luck?"

"We're not refusing to release them." Seeing his queen about to explode, Glorious hurriedly explained.

"And what about my servants?"

"Yixian dropped the commander off halfway, saying the commander should come by himself." Glory carefully considered his words, afraid that he might accidentally ignite Queen Elizabeth's anger.

"Then hurry up and go find her. Coming here to tell me this is a waste of time." After hearing what Glorious said, Queen Elizabeth understood what Yi Xian wanted to leave for, and quickly calmed down. There was no need to get angry about this.

The competition for commander is based on merit, and everyone accepts the outcome fairly. This time, he did indeed trick Yixian, but Yixian got his revenge, so he has nothing to say.

However, even if we start over, the same pitfalls will still occur. The Eastern Empire faction has too much of a first-mover advantage. Rumor has it that the Commander's first attempt has already been successful. If the second one is also from the Eastern Empire faction, then the other ship girls are out of the game.

This is also the key reason why other factions gave up demanding new resources. In fact, apart from the Eastern Empire faction, there was another faction that obtained new resources, namely the Royal Family. Just as the Royal Family used new resources to force the Commander and Yi Xian to separate, the other factions also used new resources to drive the Royal Family faction to be the bad guy.

The Royal Navy has the deepest cooperation with the Maritime Safety Administration and receives the most ship equipment resources on a daily basis. However, correspondingly, its own research and development capabilities are the weakest in the entire port area. After all, they are so close that any slight movement is easily noticed, and the Maritime Safety Administration is not blind.

Therefore, the Royal Family is determined to acquire the manufacturing process for the new resources. This is a well-calculated calculation, and as sophisticated egoists, the Royal Family naturally understands how to maximize their profits.

Queen Elizabeth gave the order, but Glorious did not leave. He remained standing there, head bowed, as if waiting for something.

"Is there anything else?"

"Um, Your Majesty, since we need to find the Commander, who should we send?" After much hesitation, Glorious finally voiced his concerns.

“Hiss,” Queen Elizabeth gasped, “It was my oversight.”

Queen Elizabeth may not know about other factions, but within the Royal faction, from top to bottom, how deep is the emotional connection to the Commander?

In their search for Jing Su, the proud Royal Army has gone so far as to develop its base on the mainland. The cooperation between the Royal Army and the Maritime Bureau is the most profound in the entire port area. Jing Su has been missing for so long that the entire Royal Army's longing for her has reached an almost pathological level.

When outsiders are present, good manners allow each member of the royal family to remain restrained.

But this only applies when multiple people are present. Perhaps the smaller destroyers would be in a better situation, but what would happen to the older women, such as light cruisers, if they were alone with the commander? Queen Elizabeth didn't even dare to think about it.

"Does anyone else know that the Commander came alone?" Queen Elizabeth asked. If the news spread, it would be a big problem to decide who to send to greet him.

Either everyone goes together, or the destroyers go as a group to greet them. According to the inside scoop I got from Akashi, the commander seems to really enjoy spending time with the little guys.

"Do you enjoy spending time with the little ones?" Queen Elizabeth glanced down at herself, then immediately retorted angrily, "Hmph, I'm not a little one!"

"For now, only His Majesty and I know. As soon as I received the news, I rushed over to inform His Majesty." Glory's expression was serious, her eyes full of hope. She lingered here, wanting to take on Jing Su's mission.

If the news gets out, no matter how it's handled in the end, the base will fall into chaos. Therefore, the best course of action right now is for the only person in the know to go and greet them while everyone else is still unaware.

Although doing this has a hint of coercion, it's the best opportunity recently—a chance to go and take it on my own. If I perform well and leave a good impression on the commander, I'll win.

"Since that's the case, there's not much else we can do, so let..."

"and many more!"

Queen Elizabeth pondered for a moment before preparing to issue the order. She could see through Glorious's little scheme, but she didn't care much. No matter what the situation or who went to greet him, as the undisputed leader of the royal camp, she would spend a lot of time with Jing Su.

Isn't spending a lot of time together much better than making a first impression?

As the person in charge, Elizabeth's every word and action would be under constant scrutiny. Her sudden departure would certainly attract attention, so it was definitely not her who would go to greet Jing Su.

After excluding herself first and ensuring time to spend with Jing Su, it didn't matter much to Queen Elizabeth who went to greet her.

Therefore, she did intend for Glorious to greet her, since there was no more suitable person than her at the moment, was there?

However, before Queen Elizabeth could finish speaking, she was interrupted by a cold voice.

"Who!?" Glory turned her head sharply, her expression somewhat displeased. This was a golden opportunity, and she was almost there, yet she was interrupted. But when she saw who was standing at the door, she had nothing to say, her face fell, and she stepped aside.

"It's you." After recognizing the person, Queen Elizabeth's tone was relaxed. "You've finally decided to come out?"

"The commander is coming, and as his most loyal knight, it is only natural that I should go to greet him personally."

“That’s true. If you go, even if others find out, they won’t say anything. So you can go and greet my servant. With your status, you should be able to locate his coordinates directly. It’ll be faster. I don’t like waiting.”

"Yes, Your Majesty, I will depart immediately." The visitor bowed slightly and then said, "Your Majesty, I have a request."

"explain."

"May Miss Glory accompany us?"

"Oh, may I?" Before Queen Elizabeth could speak, Glorious suddenly looked up, then, as if remembering something, quickly said, "Your Majesty, please forgive my rudeness."

"It's alright," Queen Elizabeth waved her hand and said, "I understand your feelings regarding servants. You were the first person chosen, and since you were the first to receive the news, it's only right that you come along on this trip."

"Yes, Your Majesty~" x2

Chapter 51 Support Team

"Commander, look, it's Enterprise!"

A playful voice rang out, and looking in the direction of the sound, a huge poster came into view.

The poster features a fully armed, white-haired mature woman, resembling a Valkyrie on the battlefield. She stands on the sea with a resolute gaze. In the distance, the sun sets, smoke billows, and slowly sinking wreckage contrasts sharply with the Valkyrie who gallops across the battlefield, creating a scene that will shake the soul at first glance.

"What is this?" Jing Su stared blankly at the heroic Valkyrie on the poster.

"It's Enterprise Sister! Judging from the date on the poster, it must have been a small-scale battle not long ago. Several military warships were surrounded, and Enterprise Sister participated in the rescue operation. Now it seems that a war correspondent took a picture of Enterprise Sister. The snapshot technique is quite good."

According to Changchun's description, the White Eagle's main base was at the front line. While the Royal Navy had close cooperation with the Maritime Safety Administration, the White Eagle mainly cooperated with the military.

Unlike other factions that have a clear leader, the White Eagle does not have a leader in the strict sense, since there are simply too many people qualified to be the boss.

In general, everyone respects the person in charge of a company, but the company's inherent nature makes it unsuitable for such a person to be in charge.

If the company is not suitable, then there are many more candidates.

In terms of seniority, Saratoga and Enterprise are at the top; in terms of strength, Garden and Enterprise are neck and neck; in terms of achievements, everyone has their own opinion, but of course Enterprise is definitely in the lead.

Even in Jing Su's heart, the company is in a class of its own.

When the port area was first established, and when Jing Su was still clueless about everything, the company was there for her.

In the game, Jing Su's fleet changes again and again, but no matter what the situation or what new ship girls are introduced, Enterprise will always have a place in the first fleet.

The same applies to the fleet and the secretary ship.

From the very beginning, the company has always been Jing Su's secret service vessel, and that has never changed.

"Is she alright at the front lines?" Jing Su asked softly, looking at the company with a hint of sadness in its eyes.

"Don't worry, Commander. Enterprise is doing very well on the front lines. She's always been a top figure there."

When the Sirens invaded, the Maritime Bureau suffered repeated defeats in the face of an endless enemy. The shadow of defeat constantly loomed over the hearts of the people. Whether to boost morale or to win over the White Eagle camp, the military was consciously shaping the image of the corporate sister Valkyrie.

"Of course, the company's older sister is already a Valkyrie, so she doesn't really need much character development." Changchun gesticulated wildly.

"Changchun, who taught you to say that?"

"Huh? Did I say something strange, Changchun?"

"It's not that it's strange, but how should I put it, when Changchun said these things, he sounded like a little adult."

"Hey, Commander, I'm not a child! I can fight too, and I have plenty of battle achievements!" Changchun said angrily, crossing her arms and turning her head away.

"Yes, yes, it's my fault. Our Changchun has grown up and is very capable. I am proud of you."

"Hehe~" Changchun beamed with joy when he heard Jing Su admit that he was no longer a child.

'She's doing very well on the front lines~' This is the best news Jing Su has heard in recent days.

"Hey bro, stop staring. I know our Valkyrie is beautiful, but it's impolite of you to keep staring like that." Just as Jing Su was reminiscing, a voice interrupted his thoughts.

Turning his head, he saw a slightly chubby young man wearing a baseball cap and plain glasses, looking at him with a wicked grin.

"Who are you?" Jing Su instinctively shielded Changchun behind her, looking at the young man with some wariness.

"Relax, relax, I'm not a bad person, there's no need to be so wary," the young man waved his hand and laughed heartily.

"I'm sorry, I'm new here and don't know anyone, so I'm a little nervous." Unaware that the young man named Zhao Fei had any ill intentions, Jing Su returned an apologetic smile and extended her hand to express her apology.

"Haha, it's okay. If I were walking down the street with such a cute little sister and a stranger came up to chat with me, I would be extremely wary too." The young man also extended his hand to shake hands with Jing Su. "Let me introduce myself. I am Zhao Fei, a member of the corporate support group. I live nearby."

But no sooner had Zhao Fei finished speaking than Changchun's little head popped out from behind Jing Su's waist and said fiercely to Zhao Fei, "We're not siblings!"

"Jing Su." Jing Su quickly pressed Chang Chun back down. This guy at least knew about the company. It was unclear whether he could recognize Chang Chun, but it was better to avoid trouble. "Coming here, well, I guess you could say we're visiting relatives."

"Anyone who can live in this place must be rich and powerful, buddy, you're awesome~" Zhao Fei joked.

After thinking for a while, Jing Su realized that many of the Royal Navy ship girls had already given her rings, so it wasn't wrong for her to say that she was visiting relatives.

Are all the people living nearby wealthy and powerful? This is a commercial street, so it's understandable that property prices are high, but what does this status have to do with anything? Are there really any high-ranking officials or wealthy people living near a commercial street?

Moreover, didn't this guy just say he lived nearby? If he really is rich and powerful, then what does that mean? Jing Su pondered silently, but said something else aloud.

"What exactly is that support group that Brother Zhao Fei mentioned earlier?"

"No way, Brother Jing Su, you've been here for so long and you don't even recognize the company? Village Network?" Zhao Fei's expression was exaggerated.

"I know the company, but this is the first time I've heard of this support group."

"Oh, I see. You don't seem to care much about national affairs. Your company is the dream lover of the entire frontline, no, the entire coastal city. Would you like to join our company support group? There are lots of great photos in the group."

"Hiss, do the companies know about this? Ah, these companies are fighting bloody battles for us on the front lines, and you're doing this behind the scenes? Looks like I have to speak on behalf of the police to criticize you."

"Tch, I'll just ask you one question: are you going to add me or not?"

"Jia, where are the photos?" Jing Su said seriously, "Don't misunderstand, this is my selfless dedication. As the saying goes, if I don't go to hell, who will?"

"Look into my eyes, he's looking down on you!" Zhao Fei glanced sideways, his face full of disdain.

"Haha~"

"Alright, alright, I find you pleasing to the eye. I'll take you to meet our president another day; I'm sure you two will have a great chat."

"Let's talk about it another time." Changchun was already pulling at his clothes, so Jing Su simply didn't want to continue joking with Zhao Fei. After chatting for a few more minutes, she said she had something to do and left.

Zhao Fei didn't try to stop him, and didn't even ask Jing Su to join the group chat before leaving directly.

However, what Jing Su didn't know was that shortly after she left, Zhao Fei returned to the car, took out his communicator, and made a call.

'How is the situation?'

'Target's identity confirmed: a destroyer belonging to the Donghuang, Changchun. The man beside her identifies himself as Jing Su, but his identity is unknown.'

'Has someone finally succeeded in breaking through? Jing Su? Never heard of him? Even the identity verification failed?'

'His language and mannerisms have been compared against those of well-known second-generation rich kids, and none of them match. It cannot be ruled out that he used disguise.'

'Continue the investigation. Report back to me immediately if you find anything.'

'Yes'

Chapter 52 May you have good fortune.

Despite Changchun's deliberate delays, Jingsu slowly approached the royal residence.

Although Yi Xian's angry order was for Chang Chun to delay as much as possible, since Jing Su had expressed her desire to get to the base as soon as possible, Chang Chun would slow down his deliberate actions.