At this moment, Jiang Jiang was completely unaware that he had attracted the school's attention. He was holding a camera, filming Dido and Sirius as they fired vigorously.
These were examination supplies; Commanders needed to record videos of their Ship Girls passing the checkpoints. In the second checkpoint, these videos were required to qualify for challenging the examiner.
"Ugh, so troublesome. Speaking of which, such a perfunctory clearance certificate is full of loopholes. Isn't the school afraid of cheating?" Jiang Jiang was deeply puzzled by this.
It wouldn't even require high-end technology; just a little editing and scene swapping would create an impeccable clearance certificate.
"this machine believes that perhaps because this method cannot avoid one's own Ship Girl, the credibility of this clearance certificate is as high as 96.7%," the intelligent brain analyzed and answered Jiang Jiang's doubts in a stiff and rational manner.
"Relying on Ship Girls to restrain Commanders, this unstable method is truly bold. Because all new Commanders have had Ship Girls for too short a time, the Ship Girls' obedience to Commanders is not high, which creates a good time difference.
But then again, intelligent brain, you're already answering questions proactively. Is it because of my training that you've made fundamental progress?" Jiang Jiang's topic shifted, teasing it.
"Cannot comprehend... Cannot comprehend..." Jiang Jiang listened to the intelligent brain's voice broadcast, welcoming the two Royal Maids who had successfully completed the checkpoint. So, is a Ship Girl an entirely new species, or a high-tech android?
Over the next two days, Jiang Jiang took his two girls everywhere. All the basic checkpoints were passed without incident, thanks to the two Royal Maids' impressive training and equipment. Their progress was definitely far ahead of most people. However, the real test began in the second stage.
On the yacht, Jiang Jiang slumped in the captain's chair. The yacht was set on a route for automatic navigation. Jiang Jiang leisurely closed his eyes, sipping coconut juice, looking very much at ease.
But in fact, Jiang Jiang had been continuously sifting through the intelligent brain's database. At the same time, he connected the intelligent brain cube to the yacht's electronic screen, allowing the intelligent brain to record the route taken and the distribution maps of various locations along the way.
This was preparation Jiang Jiang made in advance after discovering that almost all the exam content had changed in the past few days.
"Hey, Sirius, you don't have to keep standing there, sit down." Feeling the scorching gaze from Sirius beside him, Jiang Jiang felt uncomfortable all over.
In these few days, Jiang Jiang's proactive command had made Dido and Sirius trust him even more.
After all, in the previous few weeks, although Jiang Jiang was with them every day, it was the first time they had interacted.
Moreover, Jiang Jiang had been secretly not eating properly, so Dido and Sirius were temporarily unable to figure out this "dishonest" master.
But now, Jiang Jiang's demonstrated foresight and preparation, always one step ahead of events, were admirable. This made Sirius's gaze towards Jiang Jiang even more fervent; to use an analogy, it was like progressing from low beams to high beams.
"No, as a Royal Maid, how can Sirius sit with her master? Besides, master has already been troubled and worried by the assessment. Let Sirius prepare a pot of black tea for you, my proud master." Sirius righteously refused Jiang Jiang's kind offer and began to prepare the tea.
"No, I haven't done anything to be proud of. The fighting was all done by you. Sit down, Sirius." Jiang Jiang waved his hand, inviting Sirius again.
"Please allow me to refuse. As her master's battle Royal Maid, this is my duty. And my greatest pride is being able to find and serve you, my proud master."
Jiang Jiang shook his head and did not insist further. Because before this, Jiang Jiang had tried to get Sirius and Dido to sit and eat with him, but unfortunately, it had never been successful so far.
In other aspects, the two Ship Girls were utterly obedient to Jiang Jiang, but at certain times, they were unyielding regarding their principles as Royal Maids, which made Jiang Jiang feel a headache.
But after hearing the second sound of something shattering, Jiang Jiang said helplessly, "How about... let's forget it, Sirius, I'm not thirsty..." "Please rest assured, Master! Sirius will be ready immediately! It's just brewing a pot of tea, Sirius..." *Bang!* Before she could finish, the third sound rang out.
...Please wait a moment, Master. Sirius will clean up here immediately." As soon as she finished speaking, Sirius, like she was fleeing, quickly walked out with her head down.
Jiang Jiang saw this and finally couldn't help but let out a chuckle. Although Sirius prided herself on loyalty and would offer everything to the master she served, situations where her intelligence dropped due to excessive devotion also occurred. She often made blunders when faced with things she wasn't good at.
Soon after, Dido came in with a pot of black tea, followed by Sirius, who was carrying cleaning tools. Dido put down the tea set, poured the black tea, and carefully handed it to Jiang Jiang, saying, "Um, did Sirius cause you trouble after all...?"
"Don't worry, I don't mind. But Dido is really capable. The black tea is very well brewed, you know." Jiang Jiang looked at the steaming black tea, dispelling Dido's concerns.
To be able to achieve this level in such a short time, one has to admit that the service of a Royal Maid is truly addictive.
"Dido did very well...? Ah, ah... Master... Ah, no, this is what Dido should do! Hmm!" Dido's face turned red from Jiang Jiang's praise, appearing exceptionally delicate and charming.
"By the way, Dido, aren't you cold?" Jiang Jiang's gaze swept over Dido's Royal Maid outfit as he asked awkwardly. Ever since Dido was built, her trendy attire had caused many humorous incidents in daily life. Some unintentional brushes and fleeting glimpses made Jiang Jiang, a grown man, incredibly embarrassed.
"Ah, ah, Dido isn't cold, ah, ah... Master actually cared about me...!" Dido covered her face, her delicate earlobes completely red, like strawberry-flavored jelly.
"Master, the clothes on us are part of our Ship Equipment and have special protective capabilities, so there's no need to worry about keeping warm," Sirius answered the question for Dido, who had almost lost her ability to speak.
A protective effect? Jiang Jiang pondered. Although it looked like just clothing, there was some invisible fluctuation that could isolate certain conceptual factors to a certain extent. Hiss! This small effect contained a profound technological foundation. What level of Ship Girl creation was this, exactly?
"So, your clothes and Ship Equipment are inseparable?" Jiang Jiang had a bit of a headache. Such clothes would be somewhat inconvenient in daily life.
"Of course not, my proud master. In fact, these clothes provide us with almost no significant enhancements and can be taken off and replaced with human clothes," Sirius patiently replied.
...I'm sorry, my mistake." Jiang Jiang covered his face with one hand, feeling a bit mortified. As a straightforward man, Jiang Jiang had never realized that he should buy two sets of clothes for the two beautiful and charming Ship Girls.
Now, Jiang Jiang, who was usually oblivious in matters of gender, also felt that constantly having Dido and Sirius wear Royal Maid outfits was a bit excessive, as if he had some unspeakable fetish.
"After we go back, I'll take you two to buy some clothes. And although we already have daily necessities, they were only hastily prepared. Oh, by the way, I heard that that unscrupulous merchant has clothes specifically for Ship Girls, right?" Jiang Jiang discussed with the two Ship Girls.
"No, as a Royal Maid, Sirius wearing her Royal Maid outfit is one of the duties of a Royal Maid. There's no need for any other clothes, my proud master."
"Ah, ah, Dido too."
Both Royal Maids expressed their refusal. However, Jiang Jiang was not the kind of master who would listen to his Royal Maids at such a time.
"Objection overruled. It's settled."
Sirius was stunned for a moment, then didn't object further, nodding and saying, "Yes." A certain cheerful emotion was revealed in her voice.
"For now, just make do with this. Autumn is here, Dido." Jiang Jiang picked up his jacket, draped it over Dido, and casually patted Dido's head.
But who would have thought, Dido seemed to be struck by lightning, freezing in place, her face turning red at a visible speed.
"W-wah ah ah ah ah ah..." Dido transformed into a steam engine, instantly crashing.
"W-what, what's going on?! Dido! Pull yourself together! Sirius, quick, help!" Jiang Jiang was caught off guard, frantically supporting Dido, which only made the steam from Dido's head even more intense.
Sirius, who was nearby, quickly stepped forward and took Dido from Jiang Jiang's hands, which made Jiang Jiang breathe a sigh of relief. But then a voice spoke.
"Master, Sirius..." Sirius, holding Dido, lowered her head, her light red Liu Hai covering her expression. Suddenly, Sirius looked up, revealing cheeks with two flushes of red, and said with courage.
"Sirius also wants Master to pat her head! Please bestow the same care upon Sirius! My proud master!"
"Ah, ah!" Jiang Jiang didn't react for a moment.
"Mmm, Dido also wants..." At this moment, Dido's rationality slowly returned, but her first words were utterly shocking.
"Ah, Dido wants it too?!"
"Is that not allowed...?" "Master..." Jiang Jiang looked at Sirius and Dido's unfair expressions and sighed helplessly.
"This, alright."
A while later.
Inside the yacht, Sirius and Dido smiled contentedly, their rosy cheeks and earlobes showing the two Royal Maids' happiness. Only Jiang Jiang slumped in the chair, mentally exhausted.
Why did things turn out this way? For the first time, he felt that patting heads could be so tiring... Jiang Jiang groaned weakly in his heart.
"this machine analyzes that everything started from your initial touch," hearing the intelligent brain's cold voice, Jiang Jiang closed his eyes, selectively ignoring the intelligent brain's words.
Jiang Jiang stood up, stretched his body, and regained his spirits, instructing Sirius and Dido.
"Alright, Sirius, Dido, get ready. The second checkpoint is almost here. Let's see who the examiner here is, shall we? You both have the things I gave you, right?" Jiang Jiang confirmed with them.
"Yes, Sirius always carries them." "Dido... also always carries them." So, everything was ready, all that was missing was the examiner. Jiang Jiang narrowed his eyes, thinking confidently.
At this moment, a red-haired, red-eyed Ship Girl was waiting ahead. She had a red ponytail, with a restless cowlick proudly sticking up. She wore a sailor uniform, with a naval overcoat draped elegantly over her shoulders. On both sides, a red and white Ship Equipment turret floated, its six thick, long gun barrels exuding a chilling aura.
"So boring! I knew I shouldn't have come to be an examiner. This batch of Commanders is so slow, making the Great General Wichita wait for several days. I hope the Commanders who come later don't disappoint me." Wichita, with the air of a great general, flicked the whip in her hand.
Suddenly, Wichita looked up, the corners of her mouth turning up in a wild smile.
"Heh heh, have they finally arrived? I can't wait! Let me show you the power of conquering the world!" Wichita seemed to sense something, looking in one direction, which was where Jiang Jiang and his group were located.
Her eyes, filled with battle intent and excitement, burned like a raging fire.
On the other side, Jiang Jiang held the map, looking at the small island, a black dot in the distance, reconfirming if it was their destination.
"It seems we're almost there, Sirius, Dido. Do you both have the things I gave you? Next, we'll proceed as planned."
"Yes, Master!" "Dido will definitely show her worth..."
Jiang Jiang nodded, turned the yacht around, and let it slowly approach. Sirius put on her modified wireless headset, deployed her Ship Equipment, and jumped off the yacht to go ahead alone.
After Sirius, wielding a long sword and with her turret deck Ship Equipment, left with imposing momentum, Dido also deployed her turret deck Ship Equipment, holding a giant sword, and stealthily approached the island from another direction.
Jiang Jiang, meanwhile, activated the yacht's autopilot, then pulled out the intelligent brain cube, put on the pre-prepared diving suit, and, carrying an oxygen tank, submerged into the sea, slowly approaching the front.
Suddenly, a cannon shot rang out ahead, startling all three of them. Then, a hearty voice came through the loudspeaker.
"Nice to meet you for the first time! I am Wichita! The one and only Great General! If I make a move, even an aircraft carrier is nothing. So, I look forward to your performance, Commander over there!"
Huh?! They were discovered! All three were startled. From such a long distance, they... It seems the examiner for the second checkpoint is not simple. Jiang Jiang smiled bitterly in his heart, Wichita, why is it her!
As far as I know, this girl, who compares herself to a Great General, believes she will one day conquer the world, and possesses a somewhat strange worldview, is the most powerful heavy cruiser. Sirius and Dido might not even survive one round of her bombardment.
Her personality, which is generous to say the least, or reckless to say the worst, and acts purely on impulse, is very tricky. Fortunately, I have already submerged into the water, otherwise, if she directly beheaded me, the assessment would be over.
However, Great General, huh? Although the examiner's power is unexpectedly great, I still have extraordinary means.
Wichita, taste my dimensionality reduction strike! I'm revealing my cards! I have a cheat!
"Sirius and Dido, put on your tactical goggles. Let's finish this quickly!"
"Yes, Master." "Sirius received!"