From here, Wang Yu could truly feel the grandeur of the entire Azure Lane.
People will do business that risks their heads, but no one will do business that loses money.
Furthermore, most Commanders were personally trained by Headquarters, and their Naval Bases were also established with assistance from Headquarters, thus forming the most solid alliance between Naval Bases and Headquarters through these close relationships.
As a result, coastal areas and inland cities have now formed two completely different systems. Wang Yu shook his head, feeling he was overthinking.
These were not things he should be considering right now.
But he still felt much more at ease; it was always better to be with a group of capable teammates than surrounded by a bunch of incompetent ones.
The more reliable Headquarters appeared, the stronger his own security in this world would be.
Theoretically, as long as he wasn't crazy enough to defect to the Siren, given his current status as a Naval Base Commander, his relationship with Headquarters could essentially be considered unbreakable.
After understanding everything, Wang Yu felt a wave of relief.
The benefits he received from Headquarters were simply too numerous!
It could only be said that one shouldn't fear receiving benefits, but rather receiving benefits for no reason.
After sorting out the intricate web of interests between the entire Azure Lane and the Commander's Naval Bases, the heavy stone in his heart finally settled.
Don't be afraid of others being good to you; be afraid of others being good to you without wanting anything in return.
Currently, Azure Lane's investment in him far outweighed his contributions, and this supply-demand relationship was extremely unstable.
But now, after understanding everything, Wang Yu knew that he most likely wouldn't be suddenly backstabbed by his teammates at some point due to his identity as a Commander from another world.
Headquarters clearly viewed the Naval Base forces as the first line of defense against the Siren.
However, Shangri-La and the others' care for him was also genuine.
Azure Lane's objectives belonged to Azure Lane, and Shangri-La and the others' help belonged to Shangri-La; he ultimately couldn't forget this kindness.
Therefore, currently, improving the Naval Base's strength was the top priority; other matters could be put aside for now. With strength, there wouldn't be so many worries.
Having understood all this, Wang Yu stood up and said to Glorious, “I plan to proceed with the next construction tomorrow. If I faint or exhaust too much stamina during construction tomorrow and am unable to handle the Naval Base's affairs, then all matters of the Naval Base will be entrusted to you.”
He waited for a long time but heard no response from Glorious.
Wang Yu turned his head in confusion, a perfect curve obstructing his view.
Wang Yu tried hard to tilt his head, finally getting a clear view of Glorious's face.
He noticed Glorious's gaze was somewhat vacant, as if she was spacing out.
In all these days, it was the first time he had seen his Secretary Ship display such an expression.
Normally, Glorious always wore an elegant and composed smile, meticulously resolving all matters in an orderly fashion, as if nothing could ever trouble her.
He had no choice but to repeat what he had said.
Glorious then snapped out of her daze.
She smiled, bent down, and lightly tapped Wang Yu's forehead.
“Don't worry, Commander.”
“Glorious will not disappoint you.”
......
Glorious could also be called a legendary aircraft carrier throughout history.
Her experiences, in a sense, could truly be described as a maritime legend.
Her armored carrier classification gave Glorious powerful survivability on the battlefield.
During the Battle of Okinawa, HMS Glorious was subjected to a kamikaze attack, leaving a large hole in her deck. While this would have been a fatal blow to other aircraft carriers, for Glorious, it was merely a minor repair before she was perfectly fine, astonishing everyone on the battlefield.
She demonstrated what it meant to repair a ship on the battlefield, becoming indestructible.
The kamikaze pilot angrily gave a thumbs down and grumbled as he left the live stream…
But the battle that truly cemented her status was another engagement, Glorious's famous battle, which pioneered night carrier operations—the Battle of Taranto.
On that dark and stormy night.
The original plan was to secretly attack Taranto together with the aircraft carrier HMS Eagle.
However, because HMS Eagle was damaged, Glorious carried out the surprise attack on Taranto alone, and this battle truly became Glorious's solo show.
The primary objective of the night raid on Taranto was the Italian fleet anchored there.
In this battle, Glorious sank one Italian battleship and severely damaged two. She also sank two cruisers and two auxiliary ships.
By only launching 21 Swordfish carrier-based aircraft twice, she crippled half of the Italian Navy, which at the time possessed six battleships.
One wonders whether to say the Italian Navy was too weak, or Glorious's performance in this battle was too legendary.
This battle could be said to have directly determined the course of the Mediterranean campaign.
The era of dreadnoughts and massive guns had passed; now was the Glorious era of aircraft carriers.
Italian-brand experience packs, carriers all say they're good.
Therefore, Glorious's in-game portrayal as surprisingly energetic and fond of night raids largely stems from this legendary experience.
If you're wondering why it took so long for Wang Yu to recall Glorious's legendary past, it's because his current situation is quite dire.
Pinned against the wall by Glorious, unable to move, Wang Yu had many things he wanted to say.
He didn't understand why things had developed this way, but connecting it to Glorious's legendary past, it wasn't surprising for the current Glorious to act like this... just kidding!
This was completely incomprehensible, alright!
How did things turn out like this?
After Wang Yu decided on tomorrow's construction plan, the Commander, having finished a day's work, happily ate hotpot and sang songs.
He had even turned off the lights and was ready for bed, but he didn't expect an unexpected situation to arise.
A late-night visit from the Secretary Ship!
Thinking there was some emergency at the Naval Base, Wang Yu hastily opened the door. Before he could even speak, he was suddenly attacked by his Secretary Ship.
And so, the unprepared Wang Yu was grabbed by Glorious and pinned against the wall, unable to move.
Of course, even if he had been prepared, it wouldn't have helped much...
“Glorious, listen to me...” Wang Yu felt a little panicked.
He felt that Glorious in this state was a bit off.
Glorious had always presented herself as a dignified and elegant Royal lady in front of him, always appearing graceful and composed.
Even when she was slightly angry before, she still looked elegant and poised.
But he felt that the current Glorious had completely changed.
The subtle pressure emanating from her body almost made him breathless, and his body was under her control. He had been pushed against the wall...
Weak, pitiful, and helpless...