A High-Grade Piece of Wood

"Can't you see it? Oh, tied up like this, you really can't see it. It says on it—'Wendy S-rank Valkyrie Wendy of the Oceania Branch who loves bondage and placement play, is here to witness!'"

"..."

Wendy pressed her back against the stone pillar, twisting and struggling to break free in vain. Then, her face turned as red as a ripe tomato, and she silently lowered her head. Like an ostrich burying its head in the sand, she tried to avoid social death.

"Pfft, hahaha! Wendy, you have this kind of hobby? Although it's fine for a pretty girl to have her own hobbies, I suggest you see a doctor, hahaha!"

Kiana, you just wait! Once I'm free, I'll give you a good kick in the ass without even using my boots!

"Kiana, stop laughing! This is obviously Delta playing another prank, it's not Wendy's fault... Pfft! I'm sorry, I shouldn't have, but this sign... Pfft!"

Indeed, because of the Archbishop's complaint, Delta was really angry this time. She even stood up from her wheelchair and tied me up herself. Even Lady Rita and Durandal couldn't stop her. Mei, thank you for your gentleness. It would be even better if you could hold back your laughter!

"Alright, Mei, and you idiot Kiana, that's enough. Wendy, if you need help, just wink at Bronya might secretly put you down... Pfft!"

Sister Bronya, I'd be thanking you if you didn't laugh!

Wendy's face flushed red, and she couldn't speak, only roaring in her heart.

Those who gathered around to watch were, of course, the familiar Three Great Families.

But it wasn't just these three people. Since it wasn't a weekend or any special holiday, basically all the students in the academy would pass by the teaching building and witness this scene!

Wendy's pupils trembled, her face temperature rose higher and higher, the blush on her cheeks was so thick it looked like it could drip blood, and more and more steam was rising from her head.

I had already received the transfer order from headquarters and was supposed to leave St. Freya in a few days to return to the Oceania Branch, so why did this happen?

No, perhaps we should be thankful for this! St. Freya is only staying temporarily and won't be coming back often. If something like this happened in the permanent Oceania Branch, she wouldn't be able to survive there.

With such lingering regret, Wendy's eyes swirled into two mosquito coils, and she fainted, her face flushed red.

"Well--"

"Σ(っ°Д °;)っ Wendy!!!"×n

Wendy didn't know how long she had been unconscious; she only murmured as she groggily opened her eyes:

"So cold..."

She instinctively touched her forehead and grabbed an ice pack that hadn't melted much.

"Delta, you actually did it!"

"If you dare to make that kind of dangerous application again, I'm capable of doing even more outrageous things. You don't believe me? Just try me!"

Delta stood by the bed, arms crossed, and spoke with a cold smile. Her golden eyes indicated that she was activating the power of her Herrscher Core to maintain her mobility.

Delta's original intention was to let Wendy know that she was in good condition and didn't need her to worry about her, much less participate in the Gem of Serenity experiment to seek a solution.

But Wendy saw only bravado, which made her immediately regret her actions.

"I admit I was wrong, okay? Quickly find a wheelchair and sit down. Don't strain yourself; it'll only add to your burden!"

"Bear my ass! I'm perfectly fine, I can jump around 24/7 without any problems!"

"I believe you, I believe you, Lady Rita, wheelchair!"

Wendy quickly sat up, no longer daring to argue with Delta, and hurriedly asked Rita next to her for help.

Rita also looked relieved and pushed the wheelchair over.

Wendy pressed Delta down, and seeing her obediently sit in the wheelchair, the gold in her eyes gradually fading, she finally calmed down.

"I'm sorry, Delta."

"You know you were wrong?"

"Yes. I know. Making that kind of application on impulse is irresponsible to myself and to Schicksal, and it will only make you worry. I'm sorry, Delta."

"What do you know! Do you think the Gem of Desire and the Gem of Serenity are the same thing? You can barely handle the Gem of Desire, but what does that have to do with the Gem of Serenity? Do you think Honkai is like physical training, where you can do better next time after experiencing the extreme once?"

Delta's face darkened, and she berated Wendy with a barrage of words, like a machine gun.

Wendy shrank back, speechless.

Delta took a deep breath and continued:

"Listen, because you were nearly killed by the Gem of Desire, your body has already reached its limit. If you come into contact with any more gems, even the Gem of Desire that you've become accustomed to, it will quickly destroy everything you have, let alone the Gem of Serenity! You have absolutely no chance of succeeding; you'll only end up dying in vain!"

Is... is that true?

"If you don't believe me, ask Otto yourself!"

Delta glared at her, annoyed.

Anyway, Otto would definitely help to smooth things over and do Delta a favor, so Delta spoke with great confidence.

Wendy nodded quickly and said in a weak voice:

"I understand now, and I won't act impulsively again. So, calm down, Delta."

"Don't give me that! If you dare to do anything behind my back again, next time I'll tie you up exactly like that and take you to the Oceania Branch, and I'll strip you naked!"

"Yes, yes, I was wrong! I know you were worried about me, but I'm fine now, so please don't be angry!"

"Snort!"

Delta was still furious. The little cabbage she had painstakingly saved was now trying to drive herself into a deadly situation again. How could anyone tolerate that?

In fact, Delta was a little stunned when Otto sent the message.

If you're not careful, this fresh, tender baby bok choy will be gone!

Seeing Wendy and not daring to speak, Delta snorted again, then maneuvered her wheelchair and went out to adjust her mindset.

After Delta left, Wendy, Rita, and Durandal breathed a sigh of relief almost simultaneously.

"Speaking of which, this is the first time Rita has ever seen Delta so angry. Wendy, you really shouldn't have acted so recklessly. You should at least have discussed it with Delta first. You should know how much Delta values you."

Or rather, given Delta Delta's cold personality hidden beneath her lazy exterior, the only person she probably cares about is Wendy.

Rita sighed softly.

Durandal nodded in agreement.

"Rita is right!"

"I understand. I regret it now too. Delta is really angry. What should I do?"

Wendy is like Kennedy in a convertible right now—her head is throbbing!

At this moment, she began to miss the usual lazy Delta. Being lazy was fine, but it was better than Delta who would force herself to stand up without saying a word.

Perhaps we shouldn't ask Delta to exercise or anything; her languidly slumped in her wheelchair is the least worrying state for her.

Wendy belatedly realized what was happening and bit her lip in deep remorse.

"Have you heard? The elite Valkyrie from the Oceania Branch who came to support the mission seems to have some strange fetish."

"Is it considered SM to tie yourself up and hang yourself up in public using indescribable rope techniques?"

"They're said to have fainted from excitement!"

"Wow, this is so exciting!"

Fu Hua was carrying her suitcase on her way back to the dormitory when she heard the whispers of the students passing by. She paused, turned around, and tilted her head in utter bewilderment.

"Um???"

Chapter 123 A Type of High-Grade Wood

"So, it was that S-rank Delta's prank?"

"I think so, that's what Kiana said. I'm not really sure, I'm not familiar with them!"

In the bathroom, Anqi was wiping Fu Hua's back, admiring the elegant and beautiful curve of her back and feeling her silky smooth skin, and said in a serious tone.

Fu Hua, completely oblivious to being coveted, turned her gaze to Kiana, who was splashing in the bathtub.

Kiana chuckled.

"When she fainted, Delta was the first to rush out and take her away, without even putting her in a wheelchair! So don't worry, it was just a little fun, don't take it to heart!"

Kiana said cheerfully, then her eyes lit up as she started to make a plan.

Maybe I should find some time to ask that young couple about their rope bondage techniques. We can only play with them after we've completely won over Mei and Anqi!

Thinking of some incredibly tempting and beautiful scenes, Kiana couldn't help but drool.

"You idiot Kiana, you're going to pollute the pool!"

"Ssss! No, don't talk nonsense, Bronya!"

"She must have been thinking about unhealthy things again, right? Stupid Kiana's brain really needs a good soak and rinse with detergent."

"Who are you calling an idiot? You're the idiot! Take this Kaslana Flying Pounce!"

Water splashed and splashed wildly in the pool.

Kiana and Bronya, who were playfully teasing each other, sat up straight and moved aside, while Raiden Mei and Himeko had to raise their hands to shield themselves from the water. The rippling water and the girls' snow-white skin created a breathtakingly beautiful scene that made one's mouth water.

At least, Anqi silently swallowed, almost forgetting about rubbing Fu Hua's back.

Thank you, Kiana, the welfare delivery girl!

Himeko simply lay down on the edge of the bathtub, her back to the splashing water behind her. Her indescribable spheres, compressed by her weight, were squeezed into even more indescribable shapes, unabashedly displayed before Anqi and Fu Hua.

Himeko said:

"Sigh, they're already in their second year of school, why are they still acting like children! Forget it, I can't be bothered to talk to them anymore. By the way, Fu Hua, how is that Senior Ji Lin doing now? Has your Great Void Sword School helped her?"

"... Her condition has stabilized now, and she plans to stay at Great Void Mountain for a while longer, so I'll be back."

Fu Hua said with a blank face, while subconsciously pressing her chest.

It also has undulating curves. It's soft, and you can't say it's without any. But overall, it can only be described as petite and delicate, seemingly a completely different design from Himeko's.

"I'm done wiping, Master..."

Anqi said in a vacant tone.

Why did it take so long to wipe her back? Fu Hua's back was already clean and smooth, as white as snow. Anqi was just taking the opportunity to rub it a little.

"Gulp!"

But now, something even more eye-catching is before her, Anqi needs to make a choice.

"Himeko, hug me~~"

"Huh? You're so clingy even when taking a bath? Are you a child?"

"I want a hug!"

"Okay, okay, I'll hug you then."

With a helpless yet indulgent smile, Himeko picked up Anqi as instructed and held her close to her chest. She had no idea about Anqi's mischievous thoughts, but felt inexplicably satisfied and happy with this clingy behavior.

"Delta, and Wendy, we're almost in the airspace of the Oceania Branch. After dropping you off, Rita and Durandal will return to headquarters to report to the Archbishop. Do you two have any messages you'd like Rita to convey?"

On the spacious and comfortable luxury passenger plane, Rita poured fragrant black tea for the group, smiling gently and elegantly.

"Please convey our regards to His Holiness the Archbishop and tell him that we failed to complete this mission perfectly, which is truly a disservice to His Holiness's guidance. We will continue to strive!"

As the diplomat in the duo, Wendy adopted a serious expression, demonstrating her professional etiquette.

Rita smiled and nodded, glancing at Delta, who was slowly sipping her tea with a absent-minded expression, before speaking to Wendy with equally professional manners:

"Okay, Rita will convey your message to you both."

"Thank you, Rita."

As the only two people present who understood workplace skills, Wendy and Rita shook hands, and a sense of mutual appreciation flowed between them as they looked at each other.

Why? Because they all have a partner who doesn't care about details.

At this moment, Durandal was holding her phone, suddenly looked up and said:

"Oh, speaking of which, we might be deployed to the Oceania Branch. I've received my assignment, so I won't be going back to headquarters yet."

"Huh?"