Someone in Arknights, Starts as Griseo Chapter 38

"Thank you so much."

Griseo didn't dodge Talulah's embrace at all, just let her hug her.

After a moment, the little loli felt the "heat" of the dragon girl's emotions before earnestly saying, "Then… Talulah, you have to keep your word."

"Of course, trust me, I will!"

"Mhm."

Finally, as most people by the campfire were leaving, and Talulah and Alyona were about to get busy with their own matters, they belatedly realized they had forgotten something...

;

With the Black Serpent incident disrupting things earlier, neither of them had remembered to ask Griseo about her sister Sakura.

And by this time, both little ones had already left and returned...

"Oh no... we seem to have forgotten to ask about Miss Sakura," Alina said with a hint of helplessness on her face, then looked at Talulah.

"It's okay, the little ones aren't going anywhere. We can ask them at noon," Talulah replied, shaking her head gently and smiling at her close friend.

It was clear the dragon girl was in a very good mood, her tail swaying slightly behind her.

"Heh~ That's true. Alright, let's go," Alina chuckled, looking at the cheerful Talulah.

"Mhm."

"..."

"Did you forget something?"

Alyona tilted her head slightly, looking at Griseo, who had suddenly stopped and seemed lost in thought, and whispered.

Hearing this, Griseo nodded her little head and explained softly, "Mhm... but it's not that important. Let's hurry back, it's quite cold outside."

Like the two by the campfire, the little loli also belatedly remembered Sakura.

However, since it wasn't a major issue, neither side rushed to find the other, despite both remembering it.

"Okay."

After glancing at Griseo a few more times to confirm she was alright, Alyona nodded. Then, she let the little loli take her hand and continued walking forward.

ps: This is terrible, starting tomorrow I have to update earlier... Unconsciously, I've returned to my previous awful schedule. And I hope these few days pass quickly, I don't want to write long chapters anymore.

Today's writing was really slow, I changed the part about the Black Serpent many times.

That's all for now, everyone. Please be patient.

Chapter 64: Mobius's Departure

After breakfast that morning, Griseo took Alyona back to the tent. It was still quite cold outside, and with the recent influx of Infected, the camp was a bit chaotic.

Actually, Alina had originally wanted Alyona to try and interact with the children in the Reunion camp, but for various reasons, she hadn't made that attempt yet.

However, Little Deer wasn't too worried about it. The camp was preparing to relocate, so everyone was busy, and this kind of thing could be postponed until after the relocation was stable.

Under these circumstances, Alyona hadn't interacted with any of the Reunion children since arriving at the camp, spending all her time with Griseo.

Griseo didn't mind this at all. She didn't dislike having someone accompany her like Cosmo; in fact, she rather liked it.

But even when they were together all the time, there were still moments when they had to part, like now...

After spending a few hours with Alyona in the tent, Griseo belatedly remembered something. She explained the reason to her companion, left Mister Knight to protect her, and then left the tent.

This matter that the little loli had suddenly remembered... in a sense, it was quite important.

The matter was about making arrangements for Mobius. It was getting late, and it was time to send her away.

No matter how capable Mobius was, or how extensive her past knowledge, she would have to start from scratch to understand the knowledge of this world, as she wasn't from the same world.

All of this required time, but the treatment of the Originium infection was something Griseo felt was extremely urgent.

After all, Reunion was an organization composed entirely of Infected... the little loli dared say that she was probably the only non-Infected person in this entire large camp.

Even if she didn't aim to benefit all Infected, the few people Griseo cared about needed treatment as soon as possible in her opinion.

Of course, the little loli didn't intend to just rush out and abandon her Aunt Mobius in this cold, desolate snowfield. That would be too unkind and unfriendly to the snake.

Therefore, Griseo now planned to go find Talulah and ask for some "seed money."

However, given Reunion's current situation, the money would only be enough for Mobius to eat after leaving the snowfield... As for other funds, she would have to earn them herself.

After all, the little loli was currently as poor as a church mouse. What? No mouse? Never mind, the point is she was penniless.

Once she had an idea, Griseo naturally acted on it. However, it was clear that Talulah was very busy today. After asking many people, she finally found the busy dragon girl.

Seeing the busy Talulah, Griseo didn't rush forward, just stood aside and watched from a distance.

Although she was anxious about "releasing" Mobius, she wasn't in a hurry for this particular moment... so the little loli remained calm and well-behaved.

However, this wait lasted until almost noon... It was only just before lunch that Talulah finally freed herself from all sorts of miscellaneous matters.

"I'm done for now. Sorry to have kept you waiting, little one."

Having finished her tasks, Talulah let go of her stern expression and slowly walked over to Griseo, offering her a smile.

The dragon girl had noticed the little one watching her from a distance for quite some time.

Talulah had even taken a moment to ask about the situation midway, but Griseo had refused, pushing her back to work instead.

"Hmm, I haven't been waiting that long."

As Griseo spoke, she shook her little head, her blue ahoge bobbing along with it.

Hearing this, Talulah leaned down, a helpless expression on her face as she pinched the little loli's cheek.

"You, so what did you need me for? And where are your friends?"

"Um... Talua, I need some startup capital, not too much. Alyona is still in the tent. I left her some brushes and paper, and I also had Mister Knight stay with her."

In response to Talulah's question, Griseo gently lifted her head, her eyes filled with earnestness as she answered.

The little loli was completely straightforward about her objective. After all, she saw no need to hide anything or beat around the bush.

If she tried to do that, combined with her identity as a child, Griseo felt she'd likely never get the "startup capital"...

So, to prevent her "snake" friend from going hungry, she decided it was better to be honest.

"?"

Talulah's head slowly displayed a large question mark after hearing Griseo's words.

After a slight pause, the dragon goddess looked at the little loli before her with a serious expression and asked, "Little Griseo, what do you need money for?"

Honestly, Talulah found Griseo's request for money very strange.

From her perspective, she couldn't find any reason for the little loli to spend money.

After all, in this resource-scarce snowfield, money wasn't always easy to spend even if you had it...

"Hmm... Can I not tell Talua?"

This time, Griseo hesitated. After thinking for a moment, she tilted her little head and asked softly.

It was difficult to explain in this regard. What could the little loli say? She couldn't reveal Aunt Mobius...

Gazing at the cute little loli tilting her head, Talulah's face was almost overflowing with helplessness.

"Honestly, I can't do anything with you. It's fine if you don't want to tell me. How much do you need?"

"...I don't know."

Hearing this, Griseo blinked her violet eyes and answered plainly.

"..."

As expected, Griseo once again managed to choke Talulah with just three short words, even causing her to cover her face.

"...Forget it, let's go back first. We didn't bring anything with us anyway. It's almost lunchtime, so we can pick up your friend then."

After a moment to compose herself, Talulah lowered her hand from her face and said with a wry smile.

"Okay."

Upon hearing Talulah's words, Griseo nodded her little head and agreed. She looked completely obedient, letting Talulah arrange everything.

In this regard, the little loli was completely clueless and had no concept of it... And it wasn't just Griseo; even if she transformed into other people, she still wouldn't have any concept of it.

After all, with currency she had never used and a system of measurement she didn't understand, it didn't matter who she transformed into... If she didn't understand, she didn't understand.

"Then let's go, little one."

Looking at the obedient Griseo before her, Talulah let go of her helpless expression, replaced it with a gentle smile, and extended her hand.

"Okay."

Facing the hand Talulah extended, Griseo didn't hesitate and gently took it with her own small hand.

Afterward, the two, one big and one small, returned to the tent and began a bit of back-and-forth.

Finally, after Griseo stated the general purpose and Talulah made an estimation, she had a rough idea of how much money the little one needed.

At the same time, she became even more curious about the purpose of the money. However, despite her curiosity, the dragon goddess had no intention of prying, as everyone had their own little secrets.

Later, before lunch, Griseo used an excuse to leave the tent again.

Due to the previous events and Sakura, Talulah felt much more at ease with the little loli, so she didn't try to stop her. She only reminded her to be careful and return soon.

The reason Griseo left was, of course, to "release" her snake friend. As for why she chose midday, it was because it was close to lunchtime, and the infected people in the camp were relatively relaxed.

Under these circumstances, it was easier to slip out unnoticed...

Even if she were seen, it wouldn't be a big deal, but for Griseo, it was better to have fewer complications.

With her plan in mind, the little loli quickly put it into action.

She moved with light steps, avoiding the guards, and quietly slipped out of the camp.

Griseo stopped after putting some distance between them.

Then, after looking around to confirm no one was present, a green light shot out from her body, landing beside her and transforming into a large snake wearing a white lab coat and sporting green curly hair.

Upon appearing, Mobius briefly processed her memories and the events that had just transpired before chuckling and speaking:

"It's only been a few days, Griseo. I didn't expect we'd meet again only to part ways once more."

Hearing Mobius's words, Griseo blinked obediently and softly asked, "Grandma Mobius, long time no see?"

"..."

Mobius, who had been in a good mood, froze mid-smile upon hearing Griseo's greeting...

After realizing what happened, she wished she could just blast Elysia for corrupting the child.

"Hoo—"

Taking a deep breath, Mobius forced herself to calm down, secretly making a mental note to deal with Elysia later.

"..."

Seeing Mobius's reaction, Griseo's expression remained unchanged, but a hint of amusement quickly flashed in her large violet eyes.

"You, little Griseo~ Take good care of yourself and head back soon. I should be going too... As expected, a barren and cold place like this isn't suitable for me."

Mobius couldn't help but reach out her slender, long hand, gently pinching Griseo's smooth cheek after seeing her expression. She then narrowed her eyes and said.

"Mhm, Auntie Mobius, be safe... Here."

Upon hearing this, Griseo dropped her playful demeanor and took out the money Talulah had given her earlier, handing it to Mobius.

"Don't worry, no one here can possibly harm me. Besides, snakes never die."

Mobius accepted the small stack of bills Griseo handed over. After a glance, she put it away and gently ruffled Griseo's hair.

"Mhm, I believe you, Auntie Mobius."