“The latest directive from Headquarters states that, given the renewed activity of the Sirens, and in order to prepare for a potential war, the task of cultivating more elite Commanders has become even more crucial. All port districts are required to arrange internships for aspiring Commanders.”
“All port districts.” Shangri-La eyed the light screen with a half-smile; “That’s a good plan. War has never stopped, so how could it possibly arrive?”
“I remember there are quite a few promising candidates this time. But…”
She reached into the stack of documents on the table, quickly flipped through them, and pulled out one page.
The short-haired blonde girl’s round face was taut, as if she was trying hard to put on a strong front.
“Let’s arrange for her to go. Speaking of which, she’s an acquaintance of his, so they’ll definitely get along well…”
…
Two splashes of water erupted beside her.
Torpedos grazed past her.
York struggled to dodge the torpedo boat’s mine attacks.
Before she could catch her breath, the buzzing sound of propellers grew from distant to near.
A carrier-based aircraft roared overhead, dropping an aerial bomb aimed at her.
Ah, let me show you my power.
Come on, my Little Cosmos, explode!
A dull rumble sounded, crude oil boiled in the fuel tank, and a brand new energy diffused from the power reactor into her rigging. York’s rigging instantly entered an overloaded state.
Let me show you my limit!
She stomped hard on the sea surface, creating a splash, and then surged forward over ten meters, narrowly dodging the bomb dropped by the carrier-based aircraft overhead.
“You’ve improved, little York. This time you weren’t blown over.”
The bell-like laughter faded with the departing carrier-based aircraft. But York knew it wasn’t over yet. When the next wave of carrier-based aircraft returned, she would be greeted by an even more intense aerial strike. She couldn’t wait any longer!
Justice will not be easily defeated!
No surrender, no retreat!
She charged forward with all her might, enduring the attacks from the torpedo boats.
Her high-speed charge avoided most of the torpedo boat attacks, but a few of the training-specific torpedoes ultimately couldn’t be completely dodged.
Although they were only training torpedo ammunition, they still made her dizzy and disoriented, with a burning sensation all over her body.
Fortunately, she finally broke through this last line of defense. Now, she just needed to wound the enemy in front of her!
She summoned the last of her strength, like a knight making a desperate charge, launching her final assault against the Great Demon King before her.
Energy was compressed into her main cannon. This was a new power she had only recently managed to master.
It was proof of her bond with the King of Judgement!
Dazzling light golden barrages spewed forth, firing towards the figure in front.
Demon Cannon: World Destroyer!
This is my final barrage!
The light blue figure stood silently in place, her elegant hand turning.
The massive cross spear gracefully arced through the air.
A movement that was originally very light and agile, yet brought about a reaction as if to destroy the world.
The seawater seemed to be churned up by an invisible force.
Mountain-like sea dragons roared, and the scattered barrages were easily extinguished by the surging waves. The water dragons continued their fierce charge, roaring forward, and easily submerged York, who, having exhausted her power, was no longer able to dodge.
I must eliminate all evil…
York disappeared beneath the sea surface…
“Commander, how was it? York has made great progress, hasn’t she?”
On the observation deck not far away, Wang Yu and Glorious leaned against the long corridor, silently watching the daily training below.
“Yes, she has made great progress.”
Wang Yu opened his Commander System panel.
He brought up York’s personal information from the port district module.
York appeared on his panel as a Q-version chibi figure.
York was shown with dizzy circles in her eyes, her clothes torn, slumped on the ground, clearly severely injured and having lost her combat capability.
Checking York’s level, it had already risen to 19.
When he first obtained York, the System panel had already recorded her information. At that time, he checked York’s level, which was around 5, a level that a Ship Girls who had never fought before would have.
Even that level of growth was only achieved through simple training at Naval Headquarters. Her progress was indeed significant.
To put it simply, York’s current level is basically good enough to be taken out for a spin. Perhaps direct combat is still not feasible, but she can follow mature fleets to undertake escort missions in safe sea areas. As long as she is careful of dangers during combat and doesn’t rush for glory, she can ensure her own safety.
As a level 5 small ship, York was fed experience daily by two fully equipped level 125s during exercises, so it’s not hard to understand why her growth rate was fast.
Although it can’t compare to the exaggerated growth speed in games, it’s definitely not slow either.
“But isn’t this kind of training too cruel? York is so injured. Have you considered whether York can handle it?”
Wang Yu looked towards the training sea area, a hint of worry in his eyes.
York had already been salvaged by Gascogne. At this moment, Gascogne was carrying the completely unconscious York towards the two people on the seaside observation deck.
“Just minor injuries, York can handle it.” Glorious replied softly, her voice carrying a hint of nonchalance.
“Training weapons have limited damage. Gascogne and I will also control our strength. Although York looks very battered right now, her injuries are not actually serious. It’s mostly exhaustion.”
“Even without a medical ship for treatment, such injuries can fully recover on their own; it’s just a matter of time. Moreover, York is equipped with repair devices and can heal herself.”
Glorious comforted him; “So Commander, there’s no need to worry too much.”
While that’s true in theory, how can I not worry?
His precious girl was so injured, even during training, it was enough to make his heart ache.
“Master, York’s training mission is complete. Gascogne will enter free action mode. Or if Master has new orders, Gascogne is always ready!”
Gascogne leaped from the sea with York, crossed the railing, and landed in front of Wang Yu.
Wang Yu took the still unconscious York from Gascogne’s hands.
At this moment, York no longer had her usual vibrant and energetic appearance.
She slept peacefully, her expression serene and gentle.
The corners of her mouth subtly upturned, as if she was having a beautiful dream.
Her clothes were torn, and her exposed skin was covered in dense wounds. Some wounds were bleeding, which made Wang Yu’s heart ache.
He wanted to help York wipe her wounds, but there were no medical supplies nearby.
He planned to take York to the infirmary.
York’s body, with her rigging removed, was very light. Wang Yu could easily carry her in a bridal carry, without any effort at all.