"You Really Are Burdened with Sin" (Continued)

"An event?" Xing asked, somewhat puzzled. "What are you planning to do?"

"Pellervy and I also want to play with the children at the orphanage—we can't always act like we're above the law, can we? Besides, it seems like we don't have enough staff here."

"Ah... that's true."

Xing was somewhat surprised, then nodded.

She was somewhat surprised by Liu Bai's observation skills; there really weren't enough people on this side.

On one hand, it is a harsh and cold place; on the other hand, it is also a place of great importance for Anti-Entropy, so people cannot be allowed to enter casually.

How did you figure that out?

"I went into the playground this morning, and I saw that the people guarding the playground were about the same age as you."

"...As expected of Liu Bai." Xing nodded.

There are simply not enough people here, so the older ones have to mentor the younger ones.

"As for activities, the children have three hours of classes in the afternoon, after which they can have free time—mainly the games you see on the playground."

It's a bit lacking, but it's enough for the children, and they can have a snowball fight anytime.

"There's still schoolwork..." Bai's expression was subtle.

"How about trying to teach some classes?" Pellervy spoke up at this moment. "I got full marks in my Valkyries training, so I can teach some children."

Anzu glanced at Pellervy.

This guy looks a bit sinister, but he's a decent person.

"Um... then I'll teach you about emergency treatment for Honkai infection." Bai thought for a moment. He had long forgotten most of his normal knowledge, but fortunately, he had learned some Honkai medical knowledge here. "How many classes are there in total?"

"Basically, the classes are divided according to future aspirations. We can bring several classes together and have them taught in a large classroom—that's how it's done when the Doctor come to teach. Dr. Tesla will be teaching the mechanical class in the afternoon, so I'll trouble you, Liu Bai, to be in charge of the medical class."

Xing said that although there were some issues with manpower, there were absolutely no problems with equipment and facilities; in fact, they were more than sufficient.

After all, Edison was not short of money. She had a huge number of patents and still produces a steady stream of civilian invention patents, enough to keep her alive forever.

"As for Pellervy..."

Pellervy's arrangements were a bit of a challenge for her.

After all, there's not much need for individual combat skills in Anti-Entropy, and most of the mechs that need to be piloted have been retired, with only a few "Gundams" still requiring piloting.

"I followed him."

Pellervy pointed at Liu Bai. To avoid unnecessary misunderstandings, Pellervy usually doesn't call Liu Bai "father" in front of outsiders—or perhaps it's because calling him that in front of outsiders makes her feel a little embarrassed.

"Okay, it's settled then."

Xing was afraid the two would change their minds—if strong men were offered up, why not take them?

"I'll arrange classrooms for you two after you finish eating."

After the decision was made, Liu Bai glanced at Pellervy. He hadn't expected Pellervy to take the initiative at this time.

However, it's nothing serious; just consider it as "socialization training" for Pellervy.

The current Pellervy still too unapproachable. Even though her temperament is already seven-tenths similar to the future "Arlecchino", she still lacks a lot in terms of interpersonal skills.

After the meal, the two Cocoilia seemed to be having a pleasant conversation. Liu Bai didn't join in their chat and went with Pellervy to the classroom that Xing had arranged to prepare.

Aren't you nervous?

"If you're not nervous, why should I be?"

As Liu Bai answered, he took out Mobius's medical record and began taking pictures.

Thanks to Zhen, there is now only one unfilled case left in the medical record book.

What are you doing?

Pellervy somewhat curious.

"Make a simple PowerPoint presentation. You need at least a PowerPoint presentation for a class in this kind of large classroom, right?"

Liu Bai pieced together the images.

"Hey, Peru, you mean you weren't prepared at all?"

"..."

Pellervy glanced silently at the large classroom.

This is a lecture hall like those in universities.

She hadn't expected such a grand affair.

Her biggest imagination of the "classroom" is still the classroom where Valkyries assessment.

This is completely different from what's happening here.

The number of people it can accommodate and the atmosphere are vastly different.

"Okay, I think I understand." Bai knew he was right when he saw the silent Pellervy.

This person thought, "I should do something meaningful for the children," and then agreed.

"It's a bit different from what I imagined, isn't it?"

Pellervy.

The difference is too great. She originally thought she could imitate Kuzkavina, but... it seems she can't quite do it. Although Kuzkavina is not human, she can still be a good teacher in teaching Valkyries knowledge.

"It's okay, there's still enough time. Hmm... think about what you want to talk about first, and I'll prepare a lesson plan for you."

"... Thank you for your trouble, Father."

Using such a term of address only makes it harder for people to refuse...

When it comes to teaching, the first person Liu Bai thinks of is the chief instructor of the 800,000 Imperial Guards, "Leopard Head" Ragna!

Okay, just kidding.

However, as a Schicksal one, Ragna will most likely have a teaching plan.

Alternatively, Liu Bai could contact Rita.

While it's unlikely that Rita has lesson plans, she should have textbooks. She's a professionally trained, all-around Valkyries who knows a little bit about everything.

"I've made up my mind about the magnitude of the beast-shaped Honkai Beasts."

After a moment's thought, Pellervy came up with the topic she wanted to discuss.

Because there is a lot of Honkai energy remaining here, many animals have undergone some mutations, and some have even turned into Honkai Beasts.

These are what were known in ancient times as "monsters" or "fierce beasts".

"I've got it."

Ragna had a complete set of teaching materials, so Liu Bai directly asked for a copy of the lesson plan that Ragna had used and sent it to Pellervy.

"Take a look, familiarize yourself with it, and think about how to do it."

"... This student, please identify the most similar species among the following beast-shaped Honkai Beasts."

"That concludes the lesson. Class dismissed. In the next lesson, Teacher Liu Bai will teach you about medical knowledge."

"In this lesson, we'll learn how to alleviate internal bleeding caused by Honkai Disease..."

[Pellervy's favorability: 6367]

[Apricot favorability: 34]

Seele's Affection Level: 5055

Bronya's Affection Level: 2935

"Phew... thankfully it didn't break down."

"It's more than just that they didn't mess things up." Xing and the others crowded around.

"I have benefited greatly." Bronya nodded earnestly to Liu Bai, still holding a notebook in her hand.

"As expected of Brother Liu Bai!" Seele even showed a happy expression.

"..."

Pellervy nodded slightly to Liu Bai.

Although he has many shortcomings in his personality... he is indeed a reliable "father".

No, this incident was actually caused by my own personality; it's because I'm not mature enough.

Pellervy reflected on herself.

"Is this really your first time teaching, Liu Bai?"

It was so smooth that it didn't seem like the first time.

Xing was quite surprised, no, not only in teaching, but also in getting along with the children. Liu Bai was also quite harmonious.

If this is the first time, it's simply... simply an innate super dad!

Liu Bai shrugged, taking it all as Xing's polite flattery.

"During your stay here, could you please come to teach a few more classes?"

After a brief hesitation, Xing decided to abandon all shame.

Anti-Entropy is already weak in this area, so having a medical expert willing to teach is like a godsend.

However... there is a difference between being shameless and being shameless.

It's one thing to conscript men once, but we can't use Liu Bai as a conscript every time.

Regardless of what Liu Bai herself thinks, Cocoilia wouldn't forgive her for doing this.

Hmm... So, what can we, or rather the orphanage, offer?

Bronya's gaze was more profound.

Compared to the two who were listening from the beginning, she, who joined later, was more sensitive to certain things.

For example... when Liu Bai was giving a lecture, that subtle "sense of loss" in the orphanage disappeared.

"If you come to class, Seele and I will make cookies for you as Liu Bai token of our appreciation."

"This is too ordinary..." Xing complained.

But is this incidentally helping Seele out?

While it kills two birds with one stone, isn't it a bit too perfunctory?

And for some reason, she wasn't counted?

Her cooking skills aren't so bad that they don't deserve to be served, are they?

"Cookies it is then."

"He actually agreed!?"

"It's just something that happens on the side, isn't this your usual practice? Or are you going to give Tesla something?"

"Hmm..."

Xing was speechless.

At the same time, the trio's favorability rating each increased by two points.

After the three left, Pellervy spoke softly, "You're lying to little girls again."

"This isn't considered deception, is it? Putting aside any talk of being kind, even if it's a slip-up, it's just a 'righteous show of bravado,' isn't it?"

"Yeah?"

"... Do you expect me to act like I'm negotiating, trying to tear a piece of flesh from that girl or the orphanage?"

"You are truly sinful, Father."