Someone in Arknights, Starts as Griseo

"Alright, I understand. You can go ahead and get busy."

After listening to her subordinate's explanation, Yelena nodded and turned to leave.

Although she had heard the report from her subordinate, Yelena still intended to personally check on Griseo's current condition.

Only by seeing it with her own eyes could she truly put her mind at ease.

With that thought, Yelena quickened her pace and soon arrived at the warehouse. As she walked in and saw the supplies inside, a hint of satisfaction flashed in her eyes.

Even though the Yeti had already reported the inventory count to her, seeing it in person still brought an involuntary sense of joy.

After all, the resources in this snowfield were truly scarce…

"Mm."

Though she hadn't yet seen the newcomer, Griseo's small tuft of hair twitched upon sensing a familiar presence. She stopped eating and looked towards the warehouse entrance.

"What's wrong? Why did you suddenly stop?"

Seeing Griseo's reaction, Lois, who was also eating nearby, blinked in surprise. She followed the little girl's gaze curiously.

At first, she didn't see anything, but after a moment, a familiar figure came into view.

"Ah, it's Big Sister. Come to think of it, I shouldn't be surprised. You always manage to sense Big Sister's arrival ahead of time."

Saying this, Lois looked back at Griseo with a slightly helpless expression.

"Good evening… Sister Yelena." Griseo greeted softly as Yelena walked towards her.

Noticing the small bowl in the little girl's arms, which was barely steaming anymore, Yelena frowned slightly and gently instructed, "Mm, good evening, little Griseo. Alright, stop looking at me and eat up, it'll get cold soon."

"Okay…"

"So, why did Big Sister come over? Is there something going on, checking supplies, or something else?"

Unlike Griseo, who continued to eat obediently with her head down, Lois finished her meal in a few bites, wiped her mouth, and looked at her Big Sister curiously.

"I just came to see Griseo. I was a little worried. You know what the situation is like outside. Plus, you're a bit short-handed here. I'll find someone to come over and keep you company after Ivan and the others finish their work."

Meeting her subordinate's curious gaze, Yelena gently shook her head and stated her purpose frankly.

"It's fine, we're managing. No one's causing any trouble. Besides, we have little Griseo here." After hearing Big Sister's words, Lois briefly explained the situation.

"Even with Griseo here, you still need to be careful. Not all Infected are good people…"

"Yes, I will."

As the two were talking, Griseo finished her dinner and filled her little belly.

After eating, she gently placed the bowl aside and looked up at Yelena with her face still smudged with a few remnants, as if she had something more to say.

"Heh~ You ate like a little kitten." Yelena couldn't help but chuckle softly when she saw Griseo's adorable appearance.

She then walked over, took out a handkerchief, and gently wiped the little girl's mouth, then asked softly, "Little Griseo, is there anything else you want to tell Sister?"

Griseo tilted her head up, allowing Yelena to gently wipe her mouth. Then, she calmly asked, "Sister Yelena, you're planning to send someone back to find Talulah later, right?"

"…Yes, Griseo is so smart."

Yelena was first slightly taken aback by Griseo's question, then she patted the little girl's head and praised her.

If it were just two days ago, Yelena might have still held back some information. After all, no matter how special a child was, they were still a child.

But starting tonight, she had shed her adult "arrogance" and no longer treated the little one as a mere child.

Under these circumstances, there was no need to hide anything… especially something as easily guessable as this.

"In that case, do you need me to call my companions to help?" Feeling the pat on her head, Griseo thought for a moment before asking again.

"Does little Griseo mean that Tyrant?"

"No. Actually, besides Mr. Wolf and Uncle Tyrant, Griseo has a few other companions." Griseo paused slightly before continuing, "If it's to help deliver things, or to protect someone delivering things, I think I can have Driver Sister and Attendant Gentleman help."

Suddenly, as Griseo finished speaking, two blue creations, one tall and one short, appeared silently beside her, awaiting her command.

"This…"

Both of the people present were slightly stunned as they stared at the two "people" who had suddenly appeared.

ps: Speaking of which, I've gone through the event again. I found all the other titles, but I couldn't find Griseo's title for the driver. Maybe I was just skimming. I'll just call her sister for now.

Hurry up and urge me on, I have no motivation, alas.

Chapter 40: Influence

"It seems you have quite a few companions, little Griseo. Perhaps you can introduce them to us properly sometime," Lois said with a smile to the little girl after snapping back to reality.

"Mm, I will next time."

"Mr. Wolf and his group are excellent companions."

Hearing Lois mention this, Griseo's spirits immediately lifted, her violet eyes sparkling with joy.

"Haha, it's a deal then. Let's pinky swear. Whoever lies will be a dog."

Seeing Griseo agree, Lois let out a hearty laugh and extended her pinky finger towards her.

"Mm, whoever lies will be a dog."

Nodding gently, Griseo then hooked her pinky finger with Lois's and shook it.

After this small promise was made, the little loli withdrew her hand and turned to look at her companions behind her.

"Um, Attendant Gentleman, Driver Sister, could I trouble you to help out outside?" After a moment of thought, Griseo blinked her big eyes and asked softly.

"..."

Upon hearing Griseo's question, the two reacted just like the knight, nodding quickly without a second thought.

Then, the Driver and the Attendant elegantly bowed to their little princess before swiftly heading out of the warehouse to help.

"Little Griseo, will sending them all out have any effect on you?" Watching the Driver and Attendant leave, Yelena asked with a hint of helplessness in her eyes.

While having helpers was a good thing, these helpers weren't truly people but more like creations. Yelena worried that overusing them might affect Griseo.

After all, she had always suspected that the little loli's companions were born from her Originium Arts.

Using Originium Arts would surely consume energy, especially since they were so powerful.

Yelena's words made Lois realize this as well, and she turned her gaze to the little loli, awaiting her answer.

"???)?"

Hearing this, Griseo was stunned for a while before understanding what Yelena meant by "effect on her."

"It doesn't have any effect."

Once she understood, the little loli gently shook her head and replied.

This was Griseo speaking the truth. Although Mr. Wolf and her other companions were indeed drawn by her, and the power they wielded was based on her, it truly didn't affect her.

Even if all these companions were destroyed, Griseo wouldn't be harmed. Moreover, she could use her power and color to draw them back.

"Really?"

Perhaps because Griseo had been stunned for too long, and influenced by common sense, both Yelena and Lois were a little disbelieving.

"Mm, it's true. Mama Aponia said that good children don't lie."

Noticing the doubt in their eyes, Griseo first nodded her small head gently, then looked at them with her earnest big eyes and said.

After meeting Griseo's earnest gaze for a moment, Yelena finally chose to trust her.

"We believe you, Little Griseo, but if you feel uncomfortable, remember to stop and tell us."

"Yes, yes, if anything happens later, remember to tell your sisters."

Hearing her Big Sister's words, Lois nodded in agreement.

"Mm, I know... yawn~"

Before Griseo could finish speaking, she let out a big yawn.

In the short few days since arriving here, the little loli had already stayed up for two consecutive nights. While it wasn't enough to harm her body, she still felt a strange sense of disrupted sleep.

"It's getting late. I'll find a place to make you a bed."

Looking at the little cutie who was yawning tears out of her eyes, Yelena's eyes once again held a hint of helplessness and a doting affection she didn't even notice herself.

"No need, I'll sleep with Alyona. You two should rest early too. If you need anything, you can ask Mr. Wolf and the others; they are very reliable, yawn..."

As she spoke, Griseo covered her mouth with her small hand and let out another big yawn.

At this moment, Lois also chimed in, "Alright, we know you like Big Sister, but it's so late. Go to sleep now."

As her voice fell, she pointed a finger towards the innermost corner of the warehouse.

"Mm, see you tomorrow."

"See you tomorrow, Little Griseo."

"Sweet dreams, Griseo."

After a final farewell to the two, Griseo no longer hesitated and slowly walked towards the corner of the warehouse.

Navigating past various supplies, she saw a makeshift bed made of many boxes in the corner, with a slightly raised blanket on it.

Earlier, when the two little ones had snuggled together, Alyona had gradually relaxed her tense nerves and fallen asleep, quite deeply.

Then, at that time, Lois had directly set up a simple bed in the corner, spread out the bedding she found in the mine, and gently placed Alyona on it.

As for why Griseo didn't go to sleep with them then... the reason was very simple: she was still hungry.

"..."

Even though she knew the person in bed was wearing earmuffs, Griseo couldn't help but lighten her footsteps as she approached.

Then, she carefully lifted the covers and quietly slipped in.

However, not long after Griseo got in, a warm body suddenly pressed against her, gently hugging her.

Startled by the sudden embrace, the little girl froze. After all, she knew Alyona was injured, and it wouldn't be good to accidentally burst her wound.

"An'an, Alyona..."

With a soft murmur at the end, Griseo closed her violet eyes.

"I knew this journey would be long, but it's been so long, and Yelena and the Yeti Squad still haven't returned."

Sitting in the tent, Alina, who was already extremely anxious due to Griseo's disappearance, couldn't sleep at all now.

"Don't worry too much. Yelena is quite capable. I think they probably just found a place to rest for the night, especially with the heavy snow outside." As Talulah spoke, she glanced out the window...

"And if they don't return soon, I'll send people to search for them. You, on the other hand, have to teach the children tomorrow, so you should get some rest."

"Mm, I understand."

Although Alina agreed to Talulah's comfort, the worry on her face did not lessen at all.

ps: Remind me more, and it's already the 31st, let's get some more votes.

Chapter 41: Good Morning Post?

The sky in the snowfield brightened, and the sun slowly emerged, looking like a long-awaited good weather. The heavy snow from last night had stopped quietly at some point, leaving only a thick layer of white frost on the ground.

"Wuu..."

With a soft whimper, Alyona slowly opened her slightly dazed eyes. Then, feeling the warmth that enveloped her, her mind went blank... She instinctively widened her eyes, wanting to get up.

However, when she clearly saw what she was hugging, she abruptly stopped herself, her body stiffening, afraid to move.