Azur Lane Under the Stars

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Z23 also sensed something was wrong, and cautiously said something before turning around and leaving without looking back.

Before they even turned the corner of the corridor, they heard their older sister scream from behind them.

Hopefully the ship is alright.

…………

White Eagle is still as lively and bustling as ever.

Inside St. Louis's room, St. Louis reclined on an expensive European-style sofa like a languid noblewoman, her face full of amusement and an expression of complete control.

"This is really interesting. I didn't expect that kid Z23 to succeed so quickly."

"Ugh, what are you thinking? The water's already murky, and you're still stirring it up here," Honolulu said irritably.

"Hehe, what are you talking about? I don't understand."

St. Louis slowly got up, her low-cut nightgown slipping down to reveal large expanses of snow-white skin, making her look incredibly alluring.

"Put your clothes on properly first..." Honolulu, exasperated, helped St. Louis straighten his clothes.

St. Louis walked to the window nonchalantly, watching Helena watering the flowers in the garden downstairs. A strange light flickered in his eyes, and it was unclear what he was thinking.

"So stop playing dumb. You don't think I don't know you went to see Ayanami, do you?" Honolulu said helplessly.

St. Louis feigned surprise and covered her mouth: "Oh dear, you found out... It was indeed my instruction to have Ayanami tell Javelin and the others to go directly to the Commander..."

"Because, the more chaotic it is, the easier it is to fish in troubled waters, right? While everyone is debating whether to go find the Commander or Enterprise... nobody knows that I've already made some kind of deal with Enterprise~"

"When did this happen?" Honolulu was shocked. She was with her every day and had no idea about this. "Also, we're both married ships, what's your reason?"

"Not a little sister yet? Honestly, not a single move. Because she's shy, she doesn't dare to take the initiative... That's a big disadvantage."

St. Louis looked down at Helena with a headache.

“Oh, Helena, no wonder… she does need our help.” Honolulu agreed.

"I originally thought he was going to help some tsundere guy, but it turns out that guy was brave enough to just go for it himself," St. Louis joked.

"...I'll cut you down."

"Hehe, I'm so scared."

"So, what exactly did you do?" Honolulu became increasingly curious.

As a ship girl who can run such a large company, St. Louis must have her own methods.

"Well, just you wait and see."

St. Louis chuckled.

"It's so lively..."

Chapter 625 He was heartbroken over his younger sister

"Hey, have you made up your mind yet?"

Bumblebee lay listlessly on the sofa, looking miserable.

"If you're feeling down, why don't you just go race Essex and the others? They've already built a mountain road for you guys to race on, haven't they?"

The company representative held a water cup and looked at Bumblebee with a puzzled expression.

Because of the constant visits these past few days, Harman and the small businesses have all gone out to hang out with their partners instead of staying home.

Logically speaking, the most unruly Bumblebee should have been the first to leave, but it's actually been staying with me and my sister Yorktown the whole time.

She truly is my sister; she's been through thick and thin with me, which is quite touching.

But the next second, what his sister said made the company lose its composure.

"Well, it's because I damaged Essex's motorcycle, and I haven't finished paying for the damages yet, so I'm too ashamed to go to them..."

Bumblebee seemed a little embarrassed.

enterprise:"……"

Give me back the feeling of being touched just now.

"However, it should be soon. I think I've already decided on the candidate," the company said hesitantly.

Bumblebee perked up immediately upon hearing this, leaping off the sofa with an air of nonchalance, completely unconcerned that he was barefoot on the carpet: "What? Who is it? Enterprise, tell me!"

"Hmm, Helena...right?"

The company stated.

Bumblebee was taken aback: "How could it be Helena? She hasn't been here for the past few days, has she?"

"Well, there are all sorts of reasons," the company replied vaguely.

"Hmm, it must be St. Louis who acted as an intermediary, right?"

Bumblebee was certain.

"Yes." The company didn't try to hide anything.

"So, what exactly did you get in return? Tell me," Bumblebee asked, very curious.

The company shook its head: "This is not something I can let you know."

"It's a personal secret, so please don't ask," the company added.

Bumblebee was immediately disappointed. Whenever the company lady said something like that, no matter how much he pressed her for an answer, he would always get the same response.

"do not know"

"Hmm, when are you planning to go to Helena?" Bumblebee asked.

"This afternoon, please. I'll go see St. Louis this afternoon," Enterprise said. "Don't tell anyone."

"Okay, I'm very tight-lipped," Bumblebee assured him.

"Hmm... Yorktown, keep an eye on this guy."

The company was still uneasy, it said.

Yorktown said with a smile, "I understand, Bumblebee. You can stay with me this afternoon. You can go out after everyone knows about this."

"Okay." Bumblebee was deflated. She still listened to Yorktown, so she could only stay here.

Damn it, this feeling of knowing a secret but not being able to share it with anyone is just awful.

…………

In the afternoon, the company, wearing its trench coat, headed to St. Louis.

I stood in front of the door and knocked, and it was opened quickly.

St. Louis showed no surprise upon seeing that it was a company; he simply smiled and invited them to come in quickly.

The company went inside and saw Helena and Honolulu there as well.

"They're all here." The business owner sat down in the chair with practiced ease. "So, where are my things?"

St. Louis said with a smile, "It's already been sent to the small business's bird house. Don't worry, I'm the most reliable person when it comes to getting things done."

"What? When did small businesses get a birdhouse?"

Honolulu quickly interrupted their conversation.

St. Louis said, "This is the deal I made with the company. I'm helping a small business set up a birdhouse, right there on the back hill. All the equipment inside is the latest and best, and I'll be responsible for all future upgrades..."

"This must be a huge project, right? And it must have required a lot of resources. Where did you get them?" Honolulu was stunned.

“Well, even I have a lot of savings of my own.” St. Louis smiled like a seductive fox.

"A lot...how much?" Helena was curious about what kind of deal had been made, but she still asked another question.

"Well, 'a lot' means... enough for any time."

Goodness, what kind of rich woman's declaration is this?

Honolulu's expression immediately changed: "Wait, how come you can save so much money? Why can't I? And why do I remember you buying things much more extravagantly than I do?"

St. Louis declared confidently, "I'm the boss of the company, so I make all the decisions, including salaries and such."

Well, it's only two zeros more than Honolulu.

"You bastard..." Honolulu finally realized how many billions he had lost over the years.

"But so this is your exchange with the company? Hmm, in terms of value, it's the highest." Honolulu stroked his chin and analyzed.

The company laughed: "Actually, I'm also a bit conflicted about what to do. It doesn't feel right to give it to anyone."

"So my sister from Yorktown gave me an idea: let's see who can give the gift that suits our taste the best."

"Honestly, I don't really want anything. Yorktown is pretty much the same. Bumblebee... wants everything. As for Harman, she does whatever Yorktown says. So all that's left is Small Business..."

"Small businesses love keeping birds, but they haven't had a specific place to keep them. St. Louis just happened to be a godsend, so let's make the deal."

The company seemed to have been relieved of a heavy burden: "Well, this way, I can finally relax."

"What? What are you talking about?" Only Helena was completely unaware of what was going on, looking at the three of them with a blank expression.

St. Louis looked at her younger sister with a troubled expression: "Helena, you just need to know that I've sacrificed a lot for you."

Honolulu immediately debunked the claim: "Don't believe this guy. He's a fraud. This little bit of stuff is probably nothing to him."

"So what is it? After lunch, they made me wait here without saying what it is, just that there's a surprise... If they don't tell me soon, I'm going back. I was supposed to go with Cleveland to help her take care of her potted plants."

Helena made a move to leave.

St. Louis quickly shut up, no longer keeping them in suspense, and winked at the company: "Company, thank you for your help."

"Understood." The company stood up and walked up to Helena.

"Helena, the surprise is on my side."

Helena was still in a daze, completely unaware of what the surprise the company had given her meant. She probably even forgot that the company had a marriage certificate in its hands.

"These two things are yours."

The company didn't beat around the bush and directly gave Helena a marriage certificate and a vow ring.

"Eh...Eh?!"

Helena only realized what was happening when she received the item and then let out a cute squeal.

"This...this...is it for me?" Helena stammered.

She looked down incredulously at the two items in her hands, feeling as if the light paper and the small box weighed a ton.

"But why?" Helena asked, puzzled. "I haven't gone to see you, Enterprise, even once."

The company, however, pointed to St. Louis: "Didn't I tell you? Your sister came to find me on your behalf."

“Sister Saint Louis…” Helena looked at her sister with deep emotion.

St. Louis gently stroked her younger sister's head and explained, "Well, how should I put it? Our little sister secretly likes the Commander, but she's never dared to confess. So, as her older sister, I can only help her out."

True sisters spent a fortune to help their younger sister secure a place on the wedding ship.

You fake sister, who went to great lengths to sabotage your own sister... I'm talking about Saratoga.

"Hehe, now all three of us are married!" St. Louis was overjoyed. "How can we not celebrate such a joyous occasion! Honolulu, go and call Brooklyn and the others back! We're having a party tonight!"

"Well, okay, let's also invite Cleveland and the companies along."

Honolulu nodded.

"So, the item is already in your hands. When will we be able to see the Commander personally place the Oath Ring in your hands?"

The company also joked about it.

The company and Helena have a very good relationship with this old partner from the pioneering days.

"Hmm, I feel a little shy..." Helena covered her face shyly.

I was watering the flowers and tending to the potted plants, but before I knew it, it had turned into something like a wedding ship...

"Why not do it today? Honolulu, call the Commander over again tonight."