"Brother-in-law, isn't this just messing with people?"
Saratoga complained while packing the things that needed to be taken away.
"Let them mess around! The higher the rank, the more pressure it brings. Besides, who knows how much higher it is now."
Chuyang said somewhat dejectedly. They had finally settled down at Naval Base and were getting familiar with the surrounding matters, but before they could even get comfortable, a transfer order from above came through, sending him back to the Southeast War Zone. Can you say this situation is comfortable?
Moreover, this decision was made jointly by Naval Headquarters and Admiral Alliance, without any prior notice or time for him to consider it. The transfer order was sent directly via telegram to the Nanan County office.
Of course, if Chuyang insisted on refusing, during such peaceful times, Naval Headquarters and Admiral Alliance really wouldn't have any way to deal with him.
But there was no need for that; he didn't know how long he would have to work under these two major organizations in the future. If he offended them this time, it would be a loss.
Furthermore, compared to here, the location of New Guard Headquarters was at least near his "hometown." This transfer could be considered a return to his roots.
Although for Chuyang, in this world, he felt like a rootless duckweed; it was all the same wherever he went. However, Rongcheng was the first place he encountered after arriving in this world and where he spent the most time. There were his mentors, classmates, and friends there, so he regarded Rongcheng as his second hometown.
Initially, one of the main reasons Chuyang chose to come to the Southwest Theater was due to concerns for the safety of his subordinate Fleet Girls.
This wasn't a game; it wasn't about playing however one wanted. One wrong move could lead to the real sinking of the Fleet Girls. Compared to the active presence of Deep Sea Shipgirls in the Southeast War Zone, the quietness of the Southwest Theater was undoubtedly much safer and suitable for someone like him who had no grand ambitions and just wanted a simple life with "wife and children by a warm hearth."
However, with some lofty ideals imposed from above, Chuyang found it hard to refute anything. After all, being in this circle meant there were certain boundaries that were better left unchallenged.
However, he had made up his mind that once they reached the new Naval Base, no matter what was said above, he would not move again. Furthermore, regarding matters related to the survival of humanity, Chuyang stated that it was none of his concern; at worst, he would resign as Admiral and would not put himself in a dangerous position.
Fortunately, the New Guard Headquarters assigned to him was also a coastal Land-Based Naval Base, which was relatively much safer. Otherwise, Chuyang would likely have immediately packed up and taken his Fleet Girls to live a quiet life in the countryside.
"Brother Chu Yang, can't you wait until after the New Year to leave?" Firefly pleaded, tugging at Chuyang's sleeve.
The little girl was reluctant to part with her playmates in Haitang Bay Town; after such a long time, the children had developed some feelings for each other.
"I'm afraid not, but Brother Chu Yang can promise you that once we arrive at the new Naval Base, we will never move again. You can play with whoever you want for as long as you like. And Brother Chu Yang promises to find Trust as soon as possible."
The orders had been issued the day before yesterday. After discussing with Lexington and other main ships yesterday, they finally decided to leave here as soon as possible.
After all, they were going to leave sooner or later; it was better to leave early than late. If they set off now, they would have ample time to reorganize once they arrived at the New Guard Headquarters and could bring back the businesses located in Rongcheng to celebrate the New Year together.
"Really? Brother Chu Yang."
"Yes."
"Admiral, just indulge her!" Prince of Wales, who was nearby organizing Firefly's luggage, glanced at Chuyang.
"My daughter; if I don't spoil her, who will?"
With Firefly's sparkling gaze upon him, Chuyang boldly declared this before turning and leaving the room.
Throughout the Naval Base, everyone was busy preparing for departure, while he seemed to be idly wandering from room to room.
"Veneto, do you need help?"
Looking at Veneto, who was standing on a chair and trying hard to tiptoe to reach the suitcase placed on top of the wardrobe, Chuyang leaned against the door frame with a malicious smile on her face.
Big Sister is really only one meter thirty tall!
"Admiral, are you mocking me?"
Having gotten used to it, Veneto didn't mind much. However, she didn't force herself either and let Chuyang help her take down the suitcase.
"By the way, Veneto, how much did you spend on the car yesterday?" Chuyang casually asked while helping Veneto take down some items from a high place.
This time, for the new Naval Base, Chuyang didn't plan to take a boat because that would take too much time. Driving there would save a lot of time. Unfortunately, there were only two cars at the Naval Base, and even if they squeezed in, it wouldn't fit. So yesterday, Veneto and Isuzu made a special trip to Ming City to buy a couple of cars.
"Not much, just over a million," Veneto said lightly.
Well, after all, having been a gang leader for several years, even though they distributed most of their income to their subordinates, the remaining amount was enough for Veneto to splurge for quite a while.
"Um, when the Naval Base has money in the future, I will pay you back," Chuyang said somewhat embarrassed.
"Really?"
"Of course not. You actually believed that?"
Chuyang had an incredibly thick skin; after all, she had been living off others for such a long time. She had eaten off Lexington's plate, Prince of Wales's plate, and Carmicia's as well. So she didn't mind adding another name to that list.
“Admiral, you are even more shameless than Carmicia.”
“Since you said that, I won’t hold back.”
“What do you mean?” Veneto looked confused, and next, under Big Sister's puzzled gaze, Chuyang bent down, extended his hands, and swiftly lifted Veneto up over his head.
He had wanted to do this for a long time; he just hadn't found the opportunity before.
“Admiral, why are you running so fast?”
Seeing Chuyang flash past in the hallway, Lexington, who had just come out of the room with a suitcase, looked bewildered.
“I’m going to the dock to check if the ship that’s helping us transport goods has arrived.”
By the time the voice came back, Chuyang had already dashed into the stairwell.
Held high, she was actually lifted high by Admiral.
It took a long while for Veneto to react, feeling her face burning with heat.
“Admiral, I’m going to kill you.”
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