Commander, you smell so good.

"Well... I know this is important, but do you want a snack first?"

Dunkirk was called and smiled. He took out a portion of strawberry cake and donuts for each person from the ship's uniform to ease the solemn atmosphere in the air. Now was not the important moment yet.

After receiving praise from Algeria and others, Dunkirk slowly responded to Richelieu.

"Your Excellency, my personal opinion is that we should first contact Mr. Jiang Zheng. Although there are many scandals about him, he might actually be a very good person."

"What's more, if we know the thoughts represented by him, we can also know their true thoughts."

After handing the strawberry cake to Richelieu, Dunkirk's expression became a little more serious and he expressed his thoughts and opinions.

Based on the known intelligence, Dunkirk believes that Jiang Zheng is very likely the mastermind behind all this. If he is not the mastermind, then he will be quietly advancing in secret.

Although I don't know what his purpose is, at least judging from the fact that he was able to split the Azur Lane faction, he is not a good person.

Thinking of this, Dunkirk's favor towards Jiang Zheng, whom he had only met once last night, began to wane, and the good impression he had from the first impression also began to drop, and the expression on his face gradually became less pleasant.

"Is that your opinion, Joffre?"

Richelieu vaguely saw a change in his attitude towards someone from Dunkirk's expression. He did not go to the regular meeting, but looked at Joffre, who had a calm expression and was smiling slightly as he enjoyed the donuts. He believed that he should listen to everyone's suggestions and ideas, so that he could be considered healthy.

"Your Excellency, I leave all this to you. As an inquisitor of the Theocracy, my sword will only be used against those who harm the Theocracy's enemies. Beyond that, please exercise full authority."

Enjoying the delicious food brought by Dunkirk, Joffre gave up his choice and obeyed Richelieu's arrangements. He would fight wherever Richelieu pointed, all in the name of maintaining the Iris Theocracy.

After looking around and getting a general idea, Richelieu nodded, then looked at Louis IX. It was obvious that she had made the same choice as Joffre.

"In that case, it will be up to King Louis IX and Algeria to contact Jiang Zheng. Try to treat him as a friend. But please don't make the exaggerated moves you did last night, King Louis IX."

Looking at the two people who were most suitable to contact, one was the Templar Knight because of last night and the gentle Theocracy Knight, Richelieu gave them the first task in the Iron-Blooded Principality, which was to contact Jiang Zheng.

Whether they are good or bad, whether the ideals they interpret are true or false, one fact is important.

That is, in terms of strength, I hope they have enough strength to say such words, rather than being besieged after they are spread out.

"In accordance with the Bishop's wishes..."

Chapter 173 Pink-haired Dwarf

The current situation is not very good for Jiang Zheng. No, to be precise, it is too good.

Because they knew that he would be Iron Blooded soon, the ship girls he had awakened with his own hands were all looking for excuses, or simply pulling him over to have a deep and intimate conversation, such as the clingy Prince Rupprecht, etc. Even the witch and Odin, who didn't care much about this matter, were trying to come up with some ideas.

The girls in Sardinia were not very happy either, because according to the next development, they might have to go to the Iris Theocracy. Unless the alliance could not be reached, they would have to go back anyway.

Sardinia has awakened a new ship girl, and Iron Blood has greatly strengthened its naval strength and become extremely ferocious. Naturally, Iris will not be treated differently.

Then Sardinia's ship girls became more proactive, so that now he alone had to date four or five ship girls.

"Hey! You big-breasted girl, get out of my way. Don't hold on to my position. Don't think that just because I'm letting you go, you can push your luck. Don't be so shameless!"

"My name is not Hey, and I'm not a busty girl, but my breasts are indeed big. Better than that pink-haired ship girl who can only seduce the commander by lowering her neckline."

"Am I right? Commander~, as expected, compared to that short guy, a figure like mine would look better, right? Actually, judging by our actual figures, Bora-san and I look about the same. In fact, Bora-san is a little bit bigger than me. As expected, Commander, you still like us sisters more than her, right?"

On the way back, Jiang Zheng's right hand was pinched hard by Pola. He felt his arm sinking into the softness as if made of cotton, accompanied by a scent of milk, while his left hand was occupied by Pola, who was now arguing with Ruprecht with a smile on her face.

Odin didn't say anything and stayed by his side like a qualified bodyguard, but he was a little concerned about what Pola said because her height was actually about the same as Ruprecht's.

Even the figure is good.

Pola teased Ruprecht, who wanted her to give up her seat, and joked with her. At the same time, she used her magnanimity to hold Jiang Zheng's arm tighter, showing her own advantage.

She might not be very good at other things, but as for this hardware... Pola felt that a mere pink-haired dwarf could not defeat her. This was an insurmountable chasm.

"Don't go too far..."

Ruprecht was so angry that she wanted to take out her big scissors to chop people, but she finally suppressed her thoughts. It would be difficult to take the weapon back once it was taken out, and Jiang Zheng would also have a problem with her.

Although there are many things she doesn't care about, she also tries not to cause trouble for her commander.

"It's okay, Ruprecht. Don't listen to her. Didn't my actions towards you before prove it all?"

"Also, don't make me angry, Pola, or I'll spank you hard."

Breaking free from the gentle embrace of the two, Jiang Zheng picked up Ruprecht, who looked aggrieved. The latter showed a surprised expression, and then, without Jiang Zheng noticing, made a provocative expression towards Pola, making Pola feel a little speechless and a little unhappy with Jiang Zheng.

What is this? Does it mean that you don’t want to love your old love anymore just because you have a new love? It’s just like what the book says, men are just pigs.

"Commander, where should we go next? It seems like there are too many places we want to go..."

Lifting up the hair hanging down her face, Pola asked uncertainly with a hint of happiness:

Compared to her sister who wanted to argue, Zara, as the older sister, obviously understood people's hearts better and would not cause him any trouble. However, it was just that Zara felt a little hesitant to let go of a group date like this, and they were not people she was familiar with.

The sisters in Sardinia have an ironclad relationship where they have bathed together, slept in the same bed, and even love the same person, but the iron-blooded relationship is different.

She's clearly a little bitch who came here to steal men.

But Zara didn't say this, instead she whispered in his ear and gently asked for his opinion.

"Well, that's true. Honestly, I've been in Iron Blood for a while, but there aren't many things to play there. How about we go to the arcade together? Or buy the clothes you want? Or how about putting on a restrictor and going out to play together?"

Jiang Zhengcai said embarrassedly, suddenly recalling that he had always been close to the ship girls in Iron Blood, and had only gone out with Blücher once. At the same time, he put Ruprecht in his arms down and touched the big horns on her head.

There is really nothing to do in the Iron-Blooded Autonomous Region. It is basically just restaurants for eating and drinking, and there is a lack of entertainment facilities. This is also thanks to their iron-blooded style.

They are either on a mission or back to rest and sleep. In their free time they just read a book, organize work documents, eat and drink, or look for sisters of the same type in the autonomous region to chat. That's basically it.

It is said that ship girls are xenophobic, and they are even more xenophobic. Although they did not leave the human city in Sardinia, according to the information obtained, they basically will not go out and stay in the autonomous region unless it is necessary.

When I think about it, there’s actually very little to play, and the movie isn’t very good.

Sardinia at least has large baths and an opera house, but Iron Blood really can't do that.

"Is that so... Then how about we go have a barbecue? Put on your swimsuits and prepare food and drinks while you have fun, just like the time you did in Sardinia, Commander?"

Taking his hand, Zara suggested with a smile, looking into his face, recalling that moment on the beach, the dusk, the waves, the sand, the barbecue and the flashing neon lights.

That was a very beautiful past, imprinted with the best moment for Zara to him, the most attractive moment for his lover.

From that moment on, whenever he was not in Sardinia, Zara would always look towards the beach at dusk for a month, recalling the beauty of that day.

"That's fine, but it's a bit early now. We can prepare in advance. Ruprecht, Odin, what do you think?"

Nodding and accepting this good suggestion, Jiang Zheng looked at the ship girls he had awakened. For some reason, he always had an inexplicable feeling when looking at them.

"No problem, Commander."

Nodding, Odin agreed with Jiang Zheng's idea, and a rare look of expectation appeared in his eyes.

You have to know that he didn't stay with the commander for a long time, not even as long as Ruprecht was by his side. She still wanted to take this opportunity to let him look at her more.

"Me too, that's not right! You actually know how to barbecue? You never told me that!"

Ruprecht was stunned for a moment, then hugged his waist and questioned him.

"You didn't ask, Ruprecht, big horns~"

Chapter 174 Persian Cat

Since Zara's proposal was agreed upon by all the ship girls and there was no objection, the personnel adjustments were quickly made under the organization of Jiang Zheng.

For example, who is responsible for selecting a good plot of land, or preparing ingredients and grills, as well as some summer drinks, etc., food and drinks must be prepared together.

In addition, the climate here in Tiexue is a temperate maritime climate. It gets colder on cold days and hotter on hot days. Even when there is a cool sea breeze, you will feel a wave of heat caressing your skin.

But before that, Jiang Zheng needed to go find Bismarck.

"Huh? Why are you all here?"

Thinking that the barbecue on the beach must be approved by Bismarck, and even if not approved, at least let people know, Jiang Zheng just knocked on the door out of habit and entered, and then he saw two Iris ship girls staring at him.

"Hmm? Jiang Zheng, you're here. You've arrived just in time. These two want to talk to you."

After seeing Jiang Zheng coming over, Bismarck, who was about to refuse them, breathed a sigh of relief. He took a sip of coffee and left the choice to him. Anyway, these two Iris ship girls were coming for him.

After seeing Jiang Zheng, the two Iris ship girls came to him on the left and right. Especially Louis IX, the moment she faced him, she performed the ceremony of kneeling on one knee, which prevented Algeria, who originally wanted to stop her, from succeeding.

"My guide, my commander, it's a pleasure to see you here again."

"Hello, I am the Knight Algeria, the first cruiser of the Iris Theocracy. It's an honor to meet you, Mr. Jiang Zheng."

After waiting for Louis IX to get up, Algeria extended its hand to him to express its goodwill.

"Hello, Miss Algeria and King Louis IX, you don't have to kneel down in front of me. I don't take it very seriously. If possible, I would like to talk to you as friends."

He gently held her hand, which was covered in black armor, and then let go and faced Louis IX. Noticing the pious expression on her face, Jiang Zheng had an indescribable feeling and gave her some small advice.

"Your Will"

Well, it seems that persuasion is ineffective.

"It's like this, Mr. Jiang Zheng, we have a little matter we want to discuss with you. Of course, you don't seem to have time right now, but it doesn't matter. We will wait for your good news."

Realizing that Jiang Zheng's intention was to talk to Bismarck, Algeria took the initiative to leave. After giving him a meaningful smile, he took Louis IX away for the time being. There was no rush now.

Feeling puzzled by their greeting and departure, Jiang Zheng could only suppress their thoughts and sit down next to Bismarck in a familiar manner.

After glancing at the documents on the table, Jiang Zheng stared at Bismarck, curious about how long she could continue working under his gaze.

Facts have proved that even though Bismarck was not good at expressing his feelings, he would still respond to his blatant surveillance. After sighing and putting down the pen, Bismarck turned his head to look at him helplessly, but with a hint of doting.

"I guess you have something to ask me, or is there something on my face that can keep you staring at it for so long?"

"Yes, there is something wrong. But, isn't it because of you that I can watch for so long? My Persian cat."

Just noticing that her face was slightly red, Jiang Zheng started to tease her, which made Bismarck's delicate body tremble. She endured the strength that almost broke the handle of the coffee cup, and then rolled her eyes at him.

"Jiang Zheng, don't try to tease me. This will do no good to you or me..."

"I'm not teasing you, I'm serious. Do you know the Persian cat breed? This cat is known as the 'Princess of Cats'. It's quiet and cute, with elegant manners. The first time I see a Persian cat, I want to hold her in my arms and love her dearly."

"I think the name Persian cat suits you very well, Bismarck. I want to get a cat. What do you think?"

Jiang Zheng looked her up and down, then back up and down, causing her serious expression to turn into a slightly flustered one. He stretched out his right hand and actively placed it on her left hand, making Bismarck's already unstable heart even more panicked and confused.

I wanted to dodge his hand, but I didn't want to use too much force, otherwise I would crush his hand along with the table.

What's more, Bismarck understood what Jiang Zheng said. She was just not good at expressing herself, but that didn't mean she had no thoughts or ideas. When he said that with such a suggestive word, Bismarck, who was already confused, didn't know how to deal with it.

If she could help it, she didn't want to face Eugen's glare.

"...If you have something to say, please tell me now. You definitely didn't come here just to tease me, did you?"

"Indeed, but what I think of you is true, Bismarck."

After letting go of her hand, Jiang Zheng said with a faint smile. At the same time, the Persian cat's face, which had gradually turned red, gradually returned to normal. The two looked at each other, and she was the first to look away.

"By the way, I want to have a barbecue on the beach tonight. What do you think?"

"It's up to you to handle this matter. I can't control you, Jiang Zheng."

"Even though that's what I said, this is your Iron Blood. Even though we are a family, I still need to tell you something, right? You can also come along, it will be more lively with more people."

After a brief exchange, Jiang Zheng received Bismarck's authorization. If he wanted to do anything in a territory that was not his own, he had to talk to Bismarck, even if he was almost half-iron-blooded and self-righteous.

After getting her consent, Jiang Zheng continued to tease her, making Bismarck unable to bear his teasing. She pointed at the door and smiled without saying a word, and everything was said without words.

But just as he went out, Jiang Zheng ran into Prince Eugen with a smile on his face and Blücher who waved at him and rushed over, and was rubbed by her chest.

Facing her meaningful smile, Jiang Zheng felt as if he was caught cheating, even though he hadn't done anything.

"Commander, tell me the truth, are you interested in Bismarck?"

Raising his hand to pinch his face, Prince Eugen's smile became even brighter, which made Jiang Zheng look even more guilty.

"That's right..."

"What's the point? Just give me an honest answer. If you just say it directly..."

Prince Eugen leaned close to his ear and said in his usual seductive voice:

"I can help you take her down, how about that? But the price..."

No. 175 Beach Party

“Sea! Beach and delicious food! What a wonderful place!”