Mission Accomplished, and Bianca Notices / News from Mobius

Bianca looked at Maria Nearl, whose mood had improved, blinked gently again, and breathed a sigh of relief.

Although the goose still hasn't figured out the pony's series of emotional changes, it doesn't matter anymore... as long as its friend is in a better mood now.

"Hmph~ Since Bianca gave me a gift, then come with me. You can't refuse. Otherwise, I won't accept this gift." With that, Maria Nearl stood up, carrying what she was holding, and then extended her hand to Bianca, who was still sitting.

Now that she had figured it out, Maria Nearl naturally had no more hesitation or entanglement. She had realized that with her sincere friend, who was also emotionally clueless, she had to be a little "tough" and direct.

Otherwise, her friend might actually tilt his head and look at her with a puzzled expression...

Maria Nearl is now increasingly realizing how foolish she was before. She could have simply pulled the person over "forcefully," like when she borrowed the armor... Why did she hesitate and overthink things?

Looking back now, she really wants to travel back in time and punch her past self, who was lost in her own fantasies, to bring her back to reality.

"Heh~ Okay."

Bianca was taken aback when she saw the hand suddenly extended in front of her. Then she chuckled and grabbed it, standing up as well.

Although she didn't know exactly what Maria Nearl was planning, Dai'e still trusted her, after all, she was her friend, and besides, she was the one who initiated and led the shopping trip tonight.

After Bianca agreed, Maria Nearl didn't hesitate at all and led her home.

The gift she prepared was a bit too big to carry around, so it's still at home.

Soon, led by Maria Nearl, Bianca arrived at the Nearl Family again.

"Bianca, please come in. Please sit here for a while. I'll go get something and be right back." After inviting her into her home, Maria Nearl didn't hesitate and rushed into her room.

"Heh~"

Bianca watched someone's retreating figure, then couldn't help but shake her head and chuckle softly. She was becoming increasingly curious.

However, Bianca was completely stunned when she saw what Maria Nearl was carrying out of her room.

"Surprised? Hehe~ This is my first piece as a craftsman." Seeing her stunned friend, Maria Nearl smiled sheepishly and scratched her head as she explained.

"This is also a gift for you, Bianca. It's the first time I've ever made a gift for a friend, so I hope you won't mind."

After she finished speaking, Maria Nearl, who had said she was no longer nervous, couldn't help but show a hint of tension in her golden eyes once again.

"..."

After listening to Maria Nearl's explanation, Bianca frowned at first, then quickly stood up and walked towards her.

When Maria Nearl noticed Bianca's slightly furrowed brow, her heart skipped a beat. She slowly lowered her head, looking like a child who had done something wrong, not daring to look at Bianca's expression any longer.

At the same time, she whispered, "If you don't really like it..."

However, before Maria Nearl could finish speaking, a helpless "blame" interrupted her.

"Actually, Maria Nearl is the idiot. You got all injured while making me a gift lately?"

Bianca approached, picked up the heavy spear from Maria Nearl's arms, and leaned it against the wall. Then, she looked at her friend with a hint of anger and disapproval.

Well, if Maria Nearl was injured because she wanted to learn the craft, then Bianca has nothing to say, nor is she in a position to say anything. At most, she can only offer some advice and prepare medicine and protective gear.

After all, everyone has their own pursuits, and growth requires trials. However, since the real reason my friend got hurt was because of me, I definitely can't allow it or approve of it.

Does Bianca need this gift?

She definitely lacks it. This means she could complete the mission by chance and obtain the powerful weapon Abyss Flower.

However, in a similar sense, she also has something to offer; she doesn't lack gifts that come at the cost of her friends' injuries.

P. S.: One more chapter to come.

Chapter 44 Mission Completed, Bianca's Awareness

"Maria Nearl is the real idiot. You got all injured while making me a gift lately?"

"Eh..."

Hearing the unexpected words in her ear, Maria Nearl was stunned for a moment, then looked up at the angry blonde girl in front of her with a surprised expression.

Clearly, the little pony hadn't yet realized that the reason Bianca was angry was actually this.

"Why are you so surprised? Did I say something wrong?" Looking at the surprised Maria Nearl in front of her, Bianca pretended to be serious, then tapped her on the head and said "fiercely".

"Oh dear... yes, yes, Bianca is absolutely right! There will definitely not be a next time."

Looking at the "serious" girl in front of her and the concern in her azure eyes, Maria Nearl couldn't help but smile in her golden eyes before answering earnestly.

This wasn't the first time Bianca had focused on her during their chat. She should have realized it sooner... More than random gifts, her friend cared about her safety.

But it was precisely because of this, precisely because of Bianca's concern, that Maria Nearl wanted to do something for her, that she wanted to help her...

"What are you laughing at? Be serious and remember what I said."

Looking at Maria Nearl, whose mood had inexplicably improved, Bianca's lips twitched, and then she said in an annoyed tone.

"Okay, I promise. This won't happen again. Next time I'll take better precautions and try my best not to get hurt."

After making a serious promise again, Maria Nearl finally couldn't help but reach out and hug the person in front of her.

"...?"

Bianca stared at Maria Nearl, who had suddenly thrown herself into her arms, and was slightly taken aback. But considering Maria's earnest promise just now, she finally said nothing more and instead reached out and gently patted Maria's back in comfort.

The serious expression on Ren's face gradually softened, replaced by a hint of helplessness.

"Um, Bianca!"

After a short while, Maria Nearl finally stepped out of Bianca's embrace, her usual bright smile returning to her face. She was completely rejuvenated.

"Why thank me? Anyway, take care of yourself. Don't worry me and Zofia."

Seeing Maria Nearl fully recovered and seemingly carefree, Bianca couldn't help but remind her again.

"Okay! Bianca, take a look! If you think anything is wrong, I can make some changes."

Hearing her friend's words, Maria Nearl nodded quickly, then pulled the lance she had forged herself into her arms.

After carefully peeling off the wrapping, he showed it to the girl in front of him like a treasure.

"Maria Nearl is amazing, I like her very much, no further changes are needed."

Looking at the knight's lance in front of her, which was predominantly silver with white trim and clearly had been crafted with great care, Bianca gently shook her head, then earnestly praised it.

Although many experienced craftsmen still found the spear to have many flaws and the forging technique was rather immature.

However, in Silly Goose's eyes, it was perfect. A gift her friend had painstakingly forged for her—wasn't it perfect?

Moreover, even if Maria Nearl is extremely talented, as a newcomer, isn't it commendable that her first work is of this caliber?

"Hehe~ It's not as powerful as you described Bianca. Since... there's nothing that needs to be modified for the time being, then this spear is yours."

At this point, Maria Nearl quickly shoved the spear she was holding into Bianca's arms, then continued, "If it's damaged, you can come to me, and I'll fix it for you."

"However, it's best to use this weapon only in training. After all, my skills aren't that good yet... It would be bad if this weapon malfunctioned in actual combat."

After saying this, Maria Nearl seemed to remember something. She clenched her fist, then looked at Bianca with a determined gaze and said earnestly, "I will definitely become powerful in the future, and then I will forge the best spear for you, Bianca!"

"Okay, Maria Nearl can definitely do it, keep it up." Bianca glanced down at the spear in her arms, her expression helpless but her tone gentle.

Then, as if remembering something, the silly goose narrowed its azure eyes and changed the subject, saying, "Speaking of which, did you apply the medicine properly today?"

"Um... actually, my Originium Arts can heal me, I'm almost healed..."

Upon hearing this, Maria Nearl, who had been smiling brightly, suddenly became somewhat guilty, and her eyes began to dart away.

"Really."

Seeing this, Bianca was completely unaware.

She shook her head helplessly, and without any hesitation, she put the spear into her spatial storage in front of Maria Nearl. Ignoring the system's voice, she grabbed Maria's hand and walked towards the sofa.

"Eh! A spear...!"

Maria Nearl did not resist Bianca's actions, but was surprised by the sudden disappearance of the weapon.

"Don't be surprised, I just put it away. Sit here, I'll apply the medicine for you." Hearing her friend's surprised voice, Bianca explained without turning her head as she took the medicine.

As for having her own private space, Dai'e wouldn't casually reveal it to outsiders, but... if it's indoors, or in front of Maria Nearl, then there's no problem.

After spending this time together, she now completely trusts her friend.

"How amazing!"

After hearing Bianca's explanation, Maria Nearl sighed softly, but didn't press the matter. She was similar to Bianca in this respect; she didn't like to pry into her friends' secrets.

"Alright, roll up your sleeves and let me see your wound."

"Okay, sure."

After playing around with Maria Nearl for a while and politely declining her offer to stay the night, Bianca left the Nearl Family under the cover of darkness and silently headed towards her hotel.

Just as the silly goose walked to a secluded street with few people, she suddenly stopped and turned to look in one direction.

"You've been following me all this way, aren't you coming out? I don't really want to make a move in the city."

"!"

Upon hearing Bianca's words, "Platinum" Centaurea, who had been observing from the shadows, froze, feeling a chill creep up her spine as if she had been targeted by a monster.

P. S.: Hi everyone, please urge them to hurry up.

Chapter 45 News from Mobius

"..."

Ultimately, the feeling was too overwhelming, and Centaurea stiffened, carefully and cautiously walking out.

Bianca, standing at a distance, wasn't surprised to see the person emerge, as she already knew who had been following her.

This doesn't mean she has any special abilities; it's just that Sakura had already discovered and told her.

"What mission did the Armorless Union give you? Is it to monitor me, or do they intend to harm Maria Nearl?"

After thinking for a moment, Bianca looked at the person in front of her and asked her question.

However, although it's a problem, Dai'e is more inclined to believe that the person in front of him is there to monitor him. After all, they've already followed him here...

However, just to be on the safe side, she decided to ask.

"..."

Upon hearing Bianca's direct question, Centaurea was taken aback. She then weighed the options in her mind: which was more dangerous, offending the person in front of her or "betraying" the Armorless Union?

"I don't know what the others are tasked with, but my task is to monitor you..."

Clearly, compared to dying later... "Platinum" Centaurea still finds dying early more terrifying.

Revealing the mission might lead to being hunted down by the Armorless Union, but that wouldn't be without a chance of survival. However, if he angered the person in front of him now, he could very well be killed instantly.

"..."

After hearing what Centaurea said, Bianca didn't ask any more questions, but simply nodded to herself.

Without sensing the presence of more assassins nearby, Platinum's words confirmed many of Dumb Goose's suspicions.

Those guys finally started to take Bianca seriously and be wary of her. However, whether it was underhanded tactics or assassination attempts, she didn't care much as long as they didn't target her friends.

Of course, if they choose to harm Maria Nearl in order to threaten him, the goose wouldn't mind showing them what terror is.

After a moment of contemplation, Bianca slowly raised her eyes and fixed her gaze on the white-haired girl in front of her once again.

Since calling her out was a completely impromptu decision, and since Centaurea hadn't done anything particularly outrageous, the goose now didn't know how to deal with the girl in front of him.

"!"

When she realized that Bianca's gaze was fixed on her again, Centaurea panicked and almost instinctively tried to run away.

Fortunately, reason prevailed in the end, and he controlled his "dangerous" urge to escape.

"..."

Standing at a distance, Bianca watched Centaurea's tense nerves, as if she wanted to run but dared not, and a strange glint flashed in her eyes. Was she really that scary?

"... Never mind, there's no need to make things difficult for you."

Just as the silly goose was still sighing in her heart, the message that came to her mind made her lose all interest in wasting time here with people.