Although I was sunk, please rest assured. As the Eagle Union's newest Essex-class carrier, I won't fall too far behind Enterprise.
"Mm. I look forward to your performance."
The corners of Gwen's lips lifted slightly as he nodded, then began explaining to Dumpling why she was standing in midair—
"To make it easier for you to distinguish me from a conventional Commander, I used a little of my own power as well, so you can believe me—
If you want to go down to the ground, just think about walking downward. It doesn't matter where you step from or how large your stride is."
"Alright, I understand."
Essex nodded, her pale-purple twin ponytails trembling slightly.
Although she was curious about how Gwen had done it, since the Commander had said so, Essex chose to believe him—
Besides, it was only a few meters. For a level-120 carrier like her, it was nothing.
However, the moment Dumpling took a step forward, her expression stiffened—
Looking past Gwen, Dumpling saw Enterprise waiting behind him.
Instantly, Dumpling's heart was in turmoil—
Oh no, did what she said just now count as badmouthing Enterprise behind her back?
"Welcome back, Essex."
Unlike Dumpling, whose heart had filled with worry, Enterprise merely smiled faintly. She stepped forward and gave Dumpling a hug.
Though she did not understand why Dumpling, who should have had her level reset and barely any memories left, still retained her memories and level from before being sunk, Enterprise was sincerely happy about it.
"Mm, I'm back, Enterprise."
Feeling the emotions contained in Enterprise's embrace, Dumpling finally relaxed and descended to the ground with her.
After Dumpling, Gwen successively constructed several shipgirls who had already been sunk before his arrival.
Without exception, these girls retained their original memories and levels.
Gwen could only