Chapter 97
I will represent the will of the city builders and shove a gun into your nostril!
Mechanical settlements
Schwaro and Xi Yao are facing off.
After confirming that Clara was unharmed, Swallow's hostility towards Xi Yao lessened slightly.
Nevertheless, it remained very vigilant.
"Outsider, state your purpose."
Xi Yao didn't beat around the bush.
"Mr. Schwarz, I'm sure you know something about... the 'Star Core', don't you?"
"..."
Throughout recorded history, humanity has made several attempts to make contact with the core of a star.
"Without exception, they all wanted to seize the star core for their own selfish interests."
"The Builders' Order: Any attempt to make contact with the Star Core will have dire consequences!"
Xi Yao smiled disdainfully and said:
"Are you worried that once I learn about the star core, I'll use it for evil purposes?"
"Yes!"
"Based on the analysis, the probability is as high as 99.99%!"
"Then you've misunderstood."
"Because... the star core is already in my hands."
As she spoke, Xi Yao took out the star core that she had sealed away.
It is still cracked.
He doesn't seem to be in very good condition.
Schwaro looked at the star core in Xi Yao's hand and fell silent.
A piercing sound, like a computer crashing, came from the head.
"See? The star core is already in my hands."
"So I don't need to come to you at all to do anything."
"..."
"Reassessing... Target's objective unknown, target threat level high..."
"I suggest you reassess, Mr. Schwarz."
"After all, you wouldn't want lovely Clara to get hurt, would you?"
Xi Yao stared at Schwarz with a smile.
"..."
"Reassessment is underway; variables are being transformed."
"Variable one: the outsider's motivation; variable two: the outsider's strength."
"Assessment results have been updated; target threat index... no threat."
"Please...don't hurt Clara!"
Please!
Easy to handle~
Xi Yao nodded in satisfaction.
"Well... that depends on your performance then~"
"Mr. Schwarzlo~"
"..."
What are your requirements?
At this moment, the towering Schwarzman was completely helpless against the petite Xi Yao.
After all, Xi Yao had grasped its only weakness – Clara.
"After a while, those outsiders who appeared in the large mining area will come to you to ask about the star core."
"System permissions have been granted, allowing outsiders to access information related to the star core."
OK.
"I'm off then~"
"Rest assured, Mr. Schwarz."
"I would never hurt Clara."
"So, you can let her come visit me without worry~"
"Hehe~"
Xi Yao waved to Schwarz and instantly disappeared from the spot.
After seeing Xi Yao leave, Schwarzlo spoke in a mechanical voice again.
"Evaluating the reopening process..."
"The assessment has been updated."
"Target: Xi Yao."
Race: Human (???)
Attitude: Friendly.
Threat level: No threat.
"ability:???"
"Assessment result: There is a 99.99% chance that Bellberg will overcome the crisis with her help!"
Ciallo～(∠・ω＜)⌒★
the other side,
After leaving the mechanical settlement, Xi Yao felt like she had forgotten something.
until……
She saw more than a dozen missed calls from Bronya on her phone.
……
broken!
Forgot about that!
Bronya and Seele are still locked up in the orphanage's infirmary!
Fortunately, Xi Yao was fast enough.
From a mechanical settlement to a rivet town, it's all just a blink of an eye when things get serious.
Standing at the door of the infirmary, Xi Yao shouted loudly:
"Hello!"
"Bronya, Seele, are you both alright?"
The sound of relief came from inside the door from Seele and Bronya.
"You've finally arrived."
"Quickly, prop up the bookshelf by the door."
"Remember not to use too much force, or you'll break the bookshelf."
"Okay~"
Xi Yao quickly lifted the bookshelf.
The door to the infirmary opened as well.
Seele and Bronya walked out one after the other.
Both of them had a lingering blush on their cheeks.
It seems that something unknown happened during the time Xi Yao was away.
Of course, one thing is certain.
That means their relationship has become very close.
Xi Yao nodded in satisfaction.
very good!
This is the effect I wanted!
Bronya slowly walked to Xi Yao's side, reached out and gently tapped her head, then pretended to be angry and said:
"You bastard!"
"They said they'd be here right away, but they've taken so long!"
"They kept us locked up inside for so long!"
Xi Yao pouted, lowered her head, and said with a wronged expression:
"I'm sorry~"
"Alright, alright, Bronya."
"Don't blame her. Without her, this operation wouldn't have been so easy."
Seele seemed to be in a good mood and took the initiative to smooth things over.
"It's getting late. We have most of the things we need, now all we need are painkillers."
"Let's hurry up and get it, then go back."
"We've found the painkiller!"
Xi Yao took out a box of painkillers that she had obtained from Clara.
"So you've been gone for so long, looking for painkillers~"
Seele seemed somewhat surprised.
"Now we can go back!"
"Very good!"
"Thank you, Xiyao."
You're welcome!
"This is what Xi Yao should do~"
Hehe~
Xi Yao scratched her head and gave a shy smile.
Then, she quickly walked to Seele's side and took her arm.
Seele smiled and did not refuse.
She quite liked the cute and sensible girl in front of her.
Moreover, the fact that Xi Yao was holding her arm meant that she wouldn't harm Bronya.
Bronya gave Seele a meaningful look and revealed a knowing smile.
However, she didn't say anything.
With all the supplies in hand, the three quickly returned to Rocky Town.
After handing all the supplies to Natasha, Bronya continued to help treat the wounded.
Seele was helping at first too.
But perhaps it's because they haven't rested for too long.
She seemed somewhat dazed, and her steps were unsteady.
Natasha and Bronya both urged her to go back and rest.
But those who know Seele understand her personality.
That's just stubbornness.
In the end, Bronya asked Xiyao for help to take Seele down.
"Don't worry, Bronya."
"I will get Seele home safely!"
Looking at Seele, who was unconscious and being held by Princess Xiyao, Bronya said helplessly:
"You little brat, it wasn't enough that you attacked me, now you're going after Seele too."
"Hey~"
Bronya glared at Xi Yao, and after realizing that the other party wasn't afraid at all, she sighed.
"Seele isn't as easy to talk to as I am."
"Don't go too far!"
"Don't worry, Bronya~"
"Seele won't escape my grasp!"
"You too~"
"Don't be shy, it's civilized for girls to stick fingers together~"
"Hehe~"
Xi Yao's smile was mischievous, with a hint of cunning.
Bronya blushed and glared at Xi Yao in embarrassment and annoyance.
"If you dare to bully Seele, I'll..."
"What will you do?"
"I represent the will of the city builders, and I'll shove a gun down your nose!"
"Pfft~"
"Bronya, why does your scolding sound like you're being affectionate?"
"Why don't you skip helping out and come keep me and Sister Xi'er company?"
"It would be really fun with three people!"
As she spoke, Xi Yao approached Bronya with a wicked grin.
"I...I'm leaving now!"
Bronya seemed startled, her face flushed with embarrassment, and she fled as if running away.
They seemed afraid that if they stayed here any longer, Xi Yao would catch them and do something unspeakable.
Watching her flee in panic, Xi Yao smiled.
"Bronya is so cute~"
"Next..."
"Sister Seele~"
"It's your turn~"
"Hehe~"
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