A Date with Kafka / Herta: Let Me Study It!

However, if we had to be honest, Lin Shuang was quite serious when she was with Firefly, and she was also dating Silver Wolf at a suitable pace.

The main reason is that I'm not familiar with Kafka; this is our first meeting. The Photos Kafka had given me before showed her in her everyday outfit.

To everyone's surprise, when they turned around, they found that Kafka had dressed up meticulously.

Lin Shuang's clothes were certainly appropriate, but it was clear that compared to Kafka, they were somewhat inappropriate for standing together.

"So I wanted to order one for you too. It will take some time, but for me, it's worth it."

Following Kafka's side, Lin Shuang had no particular interest in the new clothes.

I just don't know why Kafka would choose to customize.

Their operation is only a few days away, so it probably won't be long before the clothes for two people are finished.

Lin Shuang thought of it and asked directly.

But Kafka smiled and said:

"These two things don't conflict, do they?"

"Aren't you afraid of being found out?"

Lin Shuang expressed her incomprehension, saying that after you and Silver Wolf caused such a ruckus at the Herta Space Station, Azur Star would surely issue an arrest warrant.

And then you want to go on a date with me on the Azur Star, even go to the official place to get a marriage certificate...

Are you really not afraid of being surrounded on the spot?

Lin Shuang's answer revealed a kind of innocent foolishness, which made Kafka hesitate for a moment.

Then, Kafka tilted her head slightly, revealing a somewhat helpless smile as she looked at Lin Shuang:

"Hmm... Honey, you should be asking 'What if I get dragged into this?' instead of worrying about me being found out, right?"

Kafka had no intention of having any dealings with the Herta Space Station, but Lin Shuang seemed to want to be able to communicate with it in some way.

If it were exposed, Lin Shuang should be more worried about whether her relationship with the Stellaron Hunter would attract controversy.

Why am I suddenly worried about her?

However, Lin Shuang didn't seem to care and said with a smile:

"We've come this far, it would be pretentious of me to still worry about this. Besides, you were the ones who cooperated with my operation, so it's unreasonable to criticize you for it."

"Darling, you're so soft-hearted, you'll get fooled by bad women in the future."

"..."

Hearing Kafka's advice, Lin Shuang really wanted to retort, "You yourself look like a bad woman, okay?"

You're talking about yourself here.

However, Kafka's tone wasn't sarcastic; she seemed to genuinely believe it.

So Lin Shuang didn't say those words aloud, but simply nodded to indicate that she had heard them.

Volume 1: Chapter 147 A Date with Kafka

I followed Kafka into a very stylish shop.

The store's decor is not modern, but rather full of a classic style unique to Azur Star.

Lin Shuang had seen this style before on Azur Star, but few shops were as sophisticated and exquisite as this one.

The store was quite spacious, but it was filled with clothes and fabrics.

Lin Shuang even saw some clothing in the style of the Xianzhou here, it seems the shop owner is quite benevolent.

Kafka, holding Lin Shuang's hand, pointed to a section of formal wear and whispered with her head tilted slightly:

"Anything you like? These clothes."

Although I plan to have it custom-made, it doesn't necessarily mean that the whole thing needs to be redone. If there are ready-made ones that I like, I can of course just buy them directly.

"..."

Although Lin Shuang thought the clothes were all quite beautiful, she wondered if she really wanted to dress so elegantly to marry Kafka.

Don't you like it?

"Not really..."

Lin Shuang was a little embarrassed, but after stammering for a moment, she finally spoke:

"I've never worn this style of clothing before, and the thought of wearing this dress to get my marriage certificate makes me feel a bit embarrassed."

Seeing Lin Shuang like this, Kafka finally understood Lin Shuang's pure heart.

Kafka found it quite amusing; this guy had built relationships with so many women, yet he was still embarrassed to even put on clothes.

How did she suddenly become so innocent in such a strange place?

"Then give it a try. I think you'll be a good fit."

Kafka saw no rejection in Lin Shuang's eyes, so she led her to the clothes rack and began to measure.

Just then, the shop assistants came in and introduced the shop to Lin Shuang and her companion.

Because of the recommendations from Kafka and the shop assistants.

Lin Shuang tried on some ready-made clothes from the store.

The beautiful haute couture gown, paired with the right accessories, greatly enhanced Lin Shuang's charm.

At least Lin Shuang herself likes it quite a bit.

As for Kafka, it seems she had already ordered clothes from this store beforehand.

I'm here today to place a new order and to pick up a coat.

Compared to the spiderweb-patterned coat that Lin Shuang remembered, today's coat appeared much gentler.

But when Kafka draped it over her body, it suited her perfectly.

After receiving the clothes, Kafka quickly ordered a set for herself and Lin Shuang each.

Just as Lin Shuang watched the store manager register her and collect the Deposit, thinking she was about to leave...

But suddenly, Kafka spoke directly to the shop manager:

"Listen to me--"

In that instant, Lin Shuang vaguely sensed a force emanating from Kafka's voice, instantly pulling the store manager and staff into her domain.

Lin Shuang was also affected by this force.

But it's unclear whether Kafka wasn't targeting him specifically, or whether he had some kind of resistance to it.

In any case, Lin Shuang did not feel anything strange, nor did she have the strange feeling of being manipulated.

Then, Kafka's voice was heard:

"You won't remember what we look like or our names, and you'll rush to make this order. After the order is completed, you'll destroy all records."

"..."

The store manager nodded silently.

Kafka then took a step back, ignoring the others, and took Lin Shuang's hand again as they left the shop.

Accompanied by the crisp sound of wind chimes, the people who had been controlled by Kafka's Word Spirit also woke up behind the two.

Lin Shuang glanced back just before the door closed automatically, then turned her attention back to Kafka.

His eyes were fixed on Kafka, who had put on her coat, and he remained silent, prompting Kafka to turn around and smile indulgently:

"What's wrong, darling? Are you worried that I'll use the same Word Spirit on you too?"

No, not at all.

Lin Shuang shook her head without hesitation.

The main reason is that it's unnecessary. There's no direct conflict between Kafka and Lin Shuang, nor is there any situation where they absolutely need to be manipulated using Word Spirit.

"I'm just curious about Word Spirit. It looks... peculiar. Could this ability work on a creature like Heliobus?"

The ability of "Word Spirit" is unique to Kafka in the game.

Lin Shuang has not yet seen anyone else with similar abilities.

It's unclear whether this ability is unique to Kafka's hometown or simply a unique ability specific to Kafka herself.

But Lin Shuang was genuinely curious and really wanted it.

This ability is incredibly useful, and of course, it's also very cool.

Lin Shuang didn't try to control her expression, Kafka easily understood Lin Shuang mood, so she couldn't help but laugh.

"I'm sorry, I haven't used it on Heliobus yet, but I think it should be effective."

Kafka's Word Spirit is a mental ability, and although Heliobus doesn't have a physical body, he does have a soul.

Therefore, Kafka believed that the Word Spirit should be effective.

Lin Shuang nodded, and Kafka didn't intend to delve deeper into the topic of Word Spirit.

"Then, let's come this way. Let's find a place to sit for a while and have some afternoon tea."

Unlike with the Firefly incident, Kafka did not make plans in advance.

Apart from the initial custom-made clothing, the shop where Kafka took Lin Shuang to rest was also just a spur-of-the-moment decision.

Even so, Lin Shuang didn't think there was anything wrong with the date.

In the lovely coffee shop, a pianist plays melodious music on the stage.

A two-seater by the window.

Lin Shuang sat in the chair, stirring her coffee with one hand, her gaze fixed on Kafka.

Aside from their conversation with the waiter, the two fell into a temporary silence.

Kafka rested her chin on her hand, turning her head to look at the passersby outside the window.

Her slightly parted lips were softly singing the music that echoed in the store.

The sunlight outside filtered through the dappled shadows of the trees and the clear glass, falling on Kafka as if she were bathed in a pale golden glow.

Instinctively, Lin Shuang picked up her phone from the table and turned on the Photography.

Then point the camera at Kafka, and the phone will automatically focus.

Click--

The beautiful yet slightly melancholic Kafka was captured in Lin Shuang's phone.

Perhaps Lin Shuang's gaze was too intense, or perhaps the act of taking the photo was too exaggerated.

"What's wrong?"

Kafka rested her chin on her hand, tilted her head, and turned her gaze away from the window, stopping the music she was singing.

She smiled at Lin Shuang, not minding at all that Lin Shuang had taken her Photos.

Kafka's purple eyes were as bright as jewels.

The way he looked at Lin Shuang was gentle, but it also seemed to carry a hint of emptiness.

I'm stunned, you look absolutely gorgeous today.

Lin Shuang didn't hold back her praise, her face slightly flushed as she turned her phone over and pushed it in front of Kafka.

The footage I just recorded is now displayed in front of me.

Volume 1: Chapter 148 The Herta: Let Me Study It!

Hearing Lin Shuang's generous praise.

Kafka found it hard to reconcile her appearance with that of the woman in the clothing store.