Seele Just Loves Being Manhandled!

"I'm in great health and have a great appetite."

"Pfft..."

Bianka was amused by Liu Bai's nonsensical answer.

"Sorry, I think I asked a rather silly question."

This was the first time Bianka had smiled since they met.

"I find this question quite interesting—it's been a long time since anyone has asked me such an interesting question."

"I'm really sorry, but I guess you get along better with Rita."

Bianka felt that the word "interesting" used by Liu Bai was hardly a compliment.

"Rita... Rita has Rita good points, Bianka has Bianka good points—besides, the current Rita doesn't have my memories, does she?"

"Is Bianka any better than Bianka...?"

Bianka's face flushed slightly.

For some reason, the compliment made her feel a little... shy?

"... Let's not talk about such useless things. Is there anything you need me to do?"

Bianka tried to cover up her shyness by talking about serious topics.

(Is this child... perhaps unconscious?)

Himeko, observing the interaction between the two, noticed something unexpected.

No normal person would want to end the conversation here.

Even if you're shy at this point, shouldn't you force yourself to continue the conversation?

In a way, Himeko really envies Bianka's innocent reaction.

"Um... about this..."

Bianka's method of changing the subject left Liu Bai somewhat at a loss.

"... How about we try acting together?"

"Just like four years ago at World Bubble?"

Bianka asked instinctively.

"Oh..."

Himeko already knew about Liu Bai's special timeline from him, wasn't surprised; on the contrary, she was somewhat curious.

"You could say that, except the partner has been changed slightly, is that alright?"

"Hmm... probably not."

Bianka hesitated for a moment before nodding.

For some reason, she always felt a little guilty towards Rita... Why did she have this feeling?

Perhaps it's because he couldn't share his joy of reuniting with Liu Bai with Rita.

"So, where should we go first?"

The thrill of the adventure from back then returned to Bianka's body after a long time.

This feeling is a rare memory for Bianka.

(Hmm... like this...)

Although there was no particular reason, Himeko unexpectedly felt that Bianka had a strange sense of eagerness to try something new.

Hmm... indescribably strange.

It's kind of like... seeking thrills? And it seems to be the kind of thrills that's hard to put into words?

... No, it must be my imagination. This child doesn't seem like the type to seek thrills at all.

"Wait a moment, I'll go get ready—I'll show you how much I've changed over the past four years."

Liu Bai was surprised to see the shadow of the young Bianka in the current Bianka.

"Wow... that's amazing. She always looks at me with a businesslike expression, but the moment she sees you, it's like she immediately abandons all her principles."

After Bianka left, Himeko said with a hint of jealousy.

"Abandoning principles is still impossible. If I had to say, would you call it a kind of trust?"

Liu Bai pondered for a moment before speaking.

"However, there are indeed differences in how close or distant the relationship is."

For example, in the future, Bianka will openly and legitimately slack off with Rita in Sky Dome City...

"Huh... is that really true?"

Himeko's tone was quite unpleasant.

"... Well, maybe there's also a bit of excitement about a long-awaited reunion?" Liu Bai added.

"I think the child's body might have developed some kind of consciousness before his mind did..."

"That's quite a shocking statement," Liu Bai retorted.

"No, I mean it... or rather..."

Driven by the human instinct to reproduce?

Chapter 218 Seele just loves being manipulated!

"... I always felt that you meant Bianka was more suitable to be Xing Tian?"

Although Liu Bai somewhat agreed with Himeko's words, he still pursed his lips.

"Not really. Bianka is quite intelligent, and... well, she's hardworking."

Speaking of this, Himeko seemed to think of Kiana, and her expression became subtle.

"But then again, Kiana's personality is more likable."

Just as Himeko finished speaking, Bianka had already changed into the Valkyrie Armor, returned and happened to overhear what she said.

Himeko looked somewhat embarrassed at this moment, since her statement was already considered gossip behind her back.

However, Bianka seemed not to hear it and didn't pay much attention to it—after all, Bianka was actually very self-aware of her own personality.

Although Himeko's behavior could be considered talking behind someone's back, Bianka's personality prevents her from refuting the facts—just like her own personality.

"Can we set off now?"

Bianka looked at Liu Bai, her tone calm, but anyone could sense the hidden eagerness in her voice.

This girl... Himeko's lips twitched at Bianka's posture.

Don't you even ask where Liu Bai wants to take you? Aren't you afraid Liu Bai will lead you into a trap?

"... You're just leaving like this? Are you sure the warship will be alright?"

Himeko asked, rather strangely.

"I was originally going to land in New Zealand."

Bianka replied succinctly, "Furthermore, I am not responsible for the piloting or maintenance of the warship, so Miss Himeko need not worry."

No, that's not what I meant...

Bianka's answer left Himeko speechless.

However, judging from the way this person is eager to try, it seems that even if he explains the problem clearly, it won't be of much use.

... Although she was there to delay this person, Himeko really didn't want to wander around with Bianka.

An unconscious attack can be far more dangerous than a deliberate one...

"Hmm... hmm, in that case, let's go."

Himeko replied awkwardly.

The two then boarded the Hyperion's small airship again.

"Should we go find that Herrscher now?"

It was on the airship that Bianka asked about Liu Bai's goal.

At the same time, Bianka gracefully twirled the massive lance in her hand.

"Hmm... more or less."

Liu Bai looked up and saw that Wendy had really made a big commotion—a hurricane is something that can't be hidden no matter how hard you try.

"However, you don't need to rush to make a move."

Liu Bai comforted Bianka, who was eager to try.

"My students need to try and spar with Wendy first."

"Liu Bai, your student?"

This word made Bianka pause slightly.

"You teach at the St. Freya Academy?"

"Hmm... it's not exactly teaching, more like a teaching assistant? Helping Himeko with her teaching or something."

"I see..."

A barely perceptible hint of regret flashed across Bianka's face.

"Speaking of which, I almost chose St. Freya Academy back then—after all, Miss Himeko, you were my guide on the path to becoming Valkyrie."

If it weren't for their conversation at the orphanage years ago, Bianka felt she wouldn't have become Valkyrie —or at least not so Valkyrie.

"Then why didn't you choose St. Freya?"

When the topic turned to old times, Himeko became a little interested—although she now felt a shameful sense of relief that Bianka hadn't come to St. Freya to study.

"Because the curriculum was too lenient," Bianka said frankly. "At the time, I was thinking about becoming a qualified Valkyrie as soon as possible, so after learning about it, I felt that the lenient curriculum was not conducive to my growth."

If Bianka were to choose now, she would definitely choose St. Freya Academy.

... Although this might mean I might not be able to meet Rita.

Hmm... that possibility is still a bit bad, isn't it?

Somewhat.

"Your words are so... insightful."

Although the reason was reasonable, Himeko obviously hadn't expected it.

More importantly, thinking about the "six-year veteran" under her command, Himeko had no right to refute.

Yes, I'm talking about Kiana. Before we knew it, Kiana had been in St. Freya for six years... In a sense, Himeko felt that her teaching had been a failure.

Do these two people really share the same blood?

"...That's true, places with stricter educational systems are more suitable for a diligent person like you, Bianka. In comparison, Kiana ..."

Although she's talented, she's carefree and thoughtless all the time...

"Do you also think I'm the hard-working type?" Bianka suddenly asked.

Isn't that so?

Bianka's question surprised Himeko slightly.

"Theresa often grumbles to me that you are the only S-Rank Valkyrie has achieved success entirely through hard work."

"Did Principal Theresa say that about me?"

Bianka simply nodded and remained silent.

Bianka has heard enough of this kind of praise over the years.

"If I had to categorize her, I'd say Bianka is a player who combines hard work with talent?"

Liu Bai laughed from the side.