Honkai Impact

As the Moonlight Throne was a battleship, it naturally couldn't dock anywhere it pleased. It had to dock at a commercial airport, which required a fee. Fortunately, because it was a Schicksal battleship, many of the fees were waived. This was considered good news...

"Wow, is this Japan? It feels really crowded..."

After parking the battleship, the four of them walked onto the streets of Tokyo. Kiana was like a rabbit just released from its cage, hopping around excitedly. It felt like a completely different person from the Kiana who always dozed off in class...

"Of course, it's crowded! This country already has a lot of people, but the area is very small. And among so many people, nearly a third are gathered in the Tokyo area!"

Mei explained with a smile to Kiana. After all, this was her country; it would be too much if she didn't even know these things!

"Bronya dislikes crowded places..."

For safety, Bronya had brought Project Bunny along. She was currently riding on Project Bunny as they moved, but this also attracted the attention of many passersby...

"Don't worry, I've already booked the hotel!"

Ling Feng was looking at his phone and said, "Taking Mei's suggestion into account, I booked a place with a moderate price. It has good food, hot springs, and even... mixed bathing. Want to go?"

Mixed bathing...

Kiana and Mei both froze for a moment. Kiana had heard of mixed bathing and seen it in many anime, but she had never experienced it. Mei should know about it, right...

However... Mei didn't know either. Since childhood, she had only ever used her own private hot springs, used entirely by herself. Where would mixed bathing come from? Therefore, even though she was a local, she only knew about many things in Japan but hadn't experienced them!

"Uh... I misread!"

Seeing that all three were silent, Ling Feng quickly corrected himself and said with a smile, "Um, we booked a suite, a whole package with several rooms, and one hot spring. No need for any mixed bathing..."

Ling Feng had some thoughts about mixed bathing, but he truly didn't want Kiana and Mei to go. Because... he wanted to enjoy his own wife alone. Going to mixed bathing felt like losing a hundred million! Besides, he had only heard about it, never seen it with his own eyes...

"Oh!"

"Is that so!"

Mei and Kiana instantly returned to normal and continued chatting and laughing, pretending that nothing had happened...

As for the language issue, Mei obviously knew her own language, but as for the other three... sigh, no need to mention it!

But it didn't matter, as long as Mei could speak it!

Following Mei's lead, the group first went to the bank to exchange local currency and then found the booked hotel via the subway...

The size was about the same as in the photos. It was a suite, and it was decent. It was a separate courtyard-style suite with two rooms, a living room, a small hot spring, and even... a certain evil product that prevents human procreation on the table!

The living room wasn't very large; to be precise, it was a bit small. The rooms weren't large either, about four by four meters. But there was nothing that could be done about it; the price was what it was. What more could you expect?

It's just... two rooms...

ps: I'm posting this early today due to a prior engagement!

The next chapter will likely be posted early as well. If not, it should be posted after midnight!

Chapter 58: Psychology, Holding Hands!

"Hey, this... how are we supposed to sleep with only two rooms?"

Kiana was the first to notice the problem, frowning slightly...

But in reality, she wasn't the first. Mei and Bronya had already noticed, but they hadn't brought it up. Both of them hoped Kiana would be the one to raise the issue, and Kiana, as expected, brought it up!

"Uh... there's nothing we can do. We're short on funds, so it has to be like this. Make do with it..."

Ling Feng said with an apologetic look. "We're on a trip this time, after all. We can't not enjoy the hot springs, right? And if it's a really bad hotel with poor quality hot springs and many people going in and out, you wouldn't want that, Kiana, right? So I thought we should choose a slightly more upscale hotel. The price is a bit high, but the value for money is excellent!"

This was what Ling Feng said, but that was just the surface. While it wasn't wrong, in reality...

Hmph, it's a rare opportunity to travel. If he didn't take the chance to do something to strengthen their relationship, it would truly be a waste of this trip. Two rooms, of course, he chose them deliberately. One room for two was just right. And among these three, the only one willing to share a room with him was probably Mei. This way... hehe...

Even if they couldn't develop a relationship beyond friendship, they could at least get closer. If he didn't do anything else, perhaps there was an eighty percent chance it might work out...

He had to thank Tesla for this. If Tesla hadn't sponsored him five thousand yuan, he absolutely wouldn't have been able to afford a hot spring hotel at this price range. He probably would have chosen a much worse one, which wouldn't have had private hot springs. And rooms in those hotels weren't expensive, so he could have booked more. In that case, he would have been left alone in an empty room!

"This..."

Kiana hesitated, then suddenly thought of something, her eyes snapping open as she looked at Mei...

Mei also looked at Kiana simultaneously...

(After the colon: indicates inner thoughts!)

Kiana: This... is an opportunity...

Mei: This is a very good opportunity...

Kiana: Class President said.

Mei: Tesla said.

Kiana: Take the initiative!

Mei: Must take the initiative!

Kiana: Even if I don't succeed, I can't let Mei succeed!

Mei: Even if I fail, I absolutely cannot let Kiana succeed!

In that instant, the two seemed to have a telepathic connection. Although neither spoke, they both read the other's thoughts from their eyes. This was an invisible war!

"Let's go out and wander around first!"

Ling Feng appeared in time to break the tranquility, chuckling, "It's rare to come here. Staying in the hotel is so boring. Let's go for a stroll. Besides, Kiana, I heard that Japan has a lot of delicious food!"

To avoid discussing the matter right then and there, Ling Feng successfully steered the conversation towards shopping. Since no one was sleepy at the moment, it would be difficult to discuss room arrangements. However...

It's like negotiating with someone. If you talk normally, it would probably take a lot of time. But if you choose to do it at noon, prepare delicious food next door, and adopt an attitude of not eating until the negotiation is finished, believe me, such negotiations will have a quick result...

So, when everyone is a bit sleepy in the evening, discuss the room issue, and the result will be quick, and it will be easier to accept results that are normally unacceptable. This is psychology!

Ling Feng declared that he had seen through everything. This move was breathtaking. This sports car was as stable as an old dog, a professional driver, and would never flip over!

Time: Tonight!

Target: First--Blood!

"Delicious food, hmm, I agree!"

As expected, Kiana is Kiana. As soon as delicious food is mentioned, her attention is instantly diverted. Ling Feng has basically found the way to tame Kiana. There is only one answer: feeding her...

After putting their things away, the four of them went out shopping. Bronya also left Project Bunny at the hotel. It couldn't be helped, this thing was too conspicuous. No matter where they went, it would become the center of attention!

Although it could achieve quantum invisibility, the energy consumption was a bit high, so they simply left it at the hotel. It could also help the four of them watch their luggage, killing two birds with one stone!

The street was no less prosperous than Shanghai, but the style felt quite different, mainly in the architectural styles. The ones here looked more traditional, while Shanghai had a lot of sci-fi flair!

Ling Feng didn't want to comment too much on these trivial matters, but there were indeed quite a lot of food...

Anyway, none of the four had eaten dinner yet. Especially Kiana, who was always greedy, didn't eat much at noon either, saving her stomach for tonight...

As for the cost of living, things like fruits were a bit more expensive, but seafood was very cheap...

"Hmm, it tastes good. Captain, let's go to the next one!"

Finishing the snack in her mouth in two bites, Kiana chewed as she walked towards the next shop. Anyway, the Captain was treating tonight, so she didn't care about anything else and just ate her fill first!

"Hey, don't walk so fast. If you get lost, I won't look for you!"

Ling Feng quickly followed. To be honest, with Kiana's intelligence, Ling Feng was really worried she would get lost...

"Captain, you don't have to spoil Kiana so much..."

Mei walked silently beside Ling Feng, a helpless smile on her face. Although she didn't object to Ling Feng spoiling everyone, she didn't really want him to spoil Kiana all the time, after all, Kiana was a top foodie!

"It's okay, it's okay!"

Ling Feng waved his hand and said with a smile, "After we come out this time, we don't know when the next time will be. Anyway, it's a rare outing. If we don't have fun, we'll really be at a huge loss!"

"Yes, Captain!"

Mei nodded gently, agreeing with Ling Feng's words, and secretly liked Ling Feng's personality...

"Hey, Mei, why did you suddenly call me Captain?"

Actually, Ling Feng had wanted to complain about this issue since this afternoon. After taking over the Moonlight Throne, Mei's address for him changed from his name to Captain, which always felt a bit strange!

"Because..."

Mei deliberately paused, then turned to look at Ling Feng, tilting her head slightly to the left, and asked with a smile, "Perhaps, because I like you?"

"Huh?"

Ling Feng didn't quite understand Mei's meaning...

Like, what does that mean? Like me?

Ling Feng hesitated, wanting to ask, but felt that asking this question was very stupid, so...

Ling Feng, imitating what he saw on TV, very gentlemanly extended his right hand towards Mei and said with a smile, "Then, beautiful lady, would you do me the honor of allowing me to be your escort?"

"Of course, I'm honored, Captain!"

Mei also nodded and agreed with a light smile, naturally placing her hand in his...

Chapter 59: I Pledge My Allegiance to You!

"Captain, Mei, hurry up! What flavors do you want?" At this moment, Kiana, not far away, waved at the two of them. She had already found the next delicious food she wanted to eat!

Ling Feng and Mei looked at each other, revealing smiles in unison, and then walked forward hand in hand...

However, they didn't hold hands for long because they had to buy things, carry things, and pay. So, as the lyrics go, where did the time go? It was gone before they could truly feel it...

It seems that not having a third wheel during a date is a very reasonable request!

The four of them ate various delicacies while also looking at some handicrafts or toys. Kiana certainly liked them, but the top priority was always food...

"What a coincidence, Captain!"

At this moment, Ling Feng heard a soft voice from behind him. That tone, that intonation, that speed – it was that maid named Rita?

Ling Feng quickly turned his head. It was indeed Rita, still in her maid outfit, with the pair of bull-horn hair accessories that seemed to never be removed, looking at him with a smile!

"Miss Rita?"

Seeing Rita, Ling Feng quickly responded. After all, Ling Feng actually liked Rita quite a bit, but not in a romantic way. He simply liked Rita's personality, and the maid attribute was a bonus!

"Didn't you return to the Schicksal headquarters? How come you're here?"

Liking her or not, the questions still needed to be asked. Ling Feng didn't believe Rita was here for tourism. Even if she was, who travels wearing a maid outfit...

"Well, I did go back, but the Bishop gave me a new mission..."

When Ling Feng asked, Rita simply smiled. "But it's not really anything important. It's just to follow you, Captain, because it seems Anti-Entropy has also sent people here!"

"Anti-Entropy?"

Upon hearing Anti-Entropy, both Ling Feng and Mei immediately became serious. Mei had too much of a psychological scar from Anti-Entropy...

"Captain, please don't worry. This is just a guess for now, it's not confirmed yet..."

Rita placed her hand on her lower abdomen, bowed slightly, and smiled. "However, although it's the Bishop's order, I actually requested to come to your side, Captain, because I'm very interested in you!"

Ling Feng: "..." You can tell this is a trap from a mile away! I've seen this play out so many times...

"Uh... setting aside why you're here, how did you know I was the Captain? I've only been Captain of the Moonlight Throne for less than ten hours..."

"It's Schicksal's system!"

Mei explained the question. "Schicksal has a central system hub where many orders and information are transmitted. I think the Academy Head uploaded your appointment as Captain there. Besides, if that weren't the case, the commercial airport wouldn't have waived our fees, and our battleship might have been intercepted before we even entered Japan's airspace!"

After all, the Moonlight Throne was a military warship. Without proper clearance, it definitely wouldn't be able to enter Japan normally!

"Uh... okay, I get it!"

Ling Feng nodded, completely understanding Mei's words!

"That's right, Captain!"

Rita nodded slightly, then a seductive smile appeared on her face. "So, from now on, let me, a professional maid, take care of you, Captain. Moreover... there can be special services, though special services will cost extra..."

"Special services? Cough cough..."

Thinking Mei was nearby, Ling Feng very calmly cleared his throat and said, "Miss Rita, please don't make such jokes. I'm not the kind of person you think I am. However, if you want to stay, I don't think objecting would do any good, so I'll let you do as you please!"