Collapse, I became Duck's daughter at the start?

"Because I want you to be happy too."

Rosia met her gaze seriously.

"If you're not happy, I'll be very sad too."

"..."

"Rosia" was silent for a moment.

"You idiot."

"Rosia" couldn't help but tap her head, then turned her head away.

What was she struggling with?

If she truly didn't feel secure, then couldn't she just do things that made her feel secure?

Why did she get stuck in such a rut so easily?

For the first time, "Rosia" felt foolish.

"Let's sleep. You have practical lessons this afternoon."

"Rosia" rolled over, pretending to be casual.

Although Rosia often talked to herself because of her presence, almost no one noticed due to her appearance.

"Good afternoon."

Rosia also turned around, then hugged her waist and whispered.

The "Rosia" being hugged blushed slightly.

"This is so annoying!"

Chapter 11: Bronya: I'm sorry... I'm sorry...

While Rosia was sweetly napping, Theresa called Bronya to her office.

"Headmaster, what's wrong?"

Bronya didn't quite understand why Theresa had called her to the office alone.

"Ahem, it's like this, Bronya. Before we discovered Rosia, we were investigating two people who were suspected of being killed by Death Soldiers or Honkai Beasts. That's also how we found Rosia," Theresa explained.

Through the investigation, it was already possible to conclude that there was no other anomaly around besides Rosia.

"So? Did Rosia kill them? The Headmaster wouldn't have specifically sought me out for that, would she?"

Bronya was quite calm. Killing two people; if they were innocent civilians, Theresa wouldn't have this attitude. If they were people who deserved to die, then as the former Ural Wolf, countless people had died by her hand.

Among the early protagonist group, Bronya, who seemed inconspicuous, was actually the one who saw death and separation most clearly.

Of course, this was under the condition that Seele and the current Rosia were not involved.

"Those two are irrelevant. Their identities have been investigated. They were involved in multiple kidnapping and trafficking cases, and their deaths were not a pity. However, after testing their bodies, one was dismembered by a sharp weapon, and the other was torn to shreds by the claws of a large Honkai Beast..."

"No sharp weapon was found at the scene or in the surrounding area, which means the weapon was either taken and hidden by Rosia, though this possibility is extremely low, or there is another situation..."

Bronya picked up Theresa's words and continued.

"Is Rosia's Stigmata power manifesting?"

The Stigmata pattern on Rosia's chest was easy to spot, and Bronya naturally knew about it.

"That's right. Under normal circumstances, those two people should have died in the same way. That is to say, after killing one of them, Rosia's Stigmata power should have been very unstable, causing a change."

Theresa guessed.

Stigmata generally only strengthened the host's physical fitness and Honkai energy resistance, but Theresa didn't know what changes natural Stigmata awakeners would experience.

"Does the Headmaster want to test Rosia during the practical lesson this afternoon? She's still too young," Bronya refused.

"I know. Although the simulated monsters won't cause actual harm, it's still too dangerous for a child. So, I hope you can help me put on a show," Theresa said.

She wasn't sure if the Stigmata power within Rosia was stable. If it went berserk, it would be very dangerous.

Although Rosia had undergone a physical examination, when it involved Stigmata power, even with St. Freya Academy's level, it was difficult to draw accurate conclusions.

"...I understand."

Although somewhat resistant, Bronya agreed after some thought.

On one hand, it was to dispel Theresa's doubts. On the other hand, if the Stigmata on Rosia's body was indeed easily triggered, then precautions needed to be taken early to prevent the Stigmata's power from affecting Rosia's body.

"Did you sleep enough?"

When Rosia woke up, seeing her signature red eyes, she smiled happily.

"I slept very soundly."

"Heh..."

"Rosia" let out a soft hum.

"Let's go, it's almost time for class."

"Rosia" actually didn't think highly of St. Freya Academy's method of training Valkyries. Just like Durandal's thoughts, it was too comfortable here, and the Honkai they were meant to face was brutal.

However, it was fine as a leisurely form of entertainment.

"Rosia" now understood that it was unrealistic to expect Rosia to grow in these six months. It was better to spend some quality time with her.

After all, she could handle any danger they encountered so far. Did she still need Rosia to become stronger?

Noticing that Rosia's mood and expression had clearly become happier after her return, "Rosia" felt a sense of relief.

"Kiana-nee and Mei-nee are so amazing..."

During the afternoon practical class, Rosia claimed to be attending, but she was actually just sitting on the side and watching.

At her age, Himeko wouldn't let her participate no matter what.

"Uninteresting combat, pathetically weak."

While Rosia's eyes lit up, in "Rosia's" view, both the current Kiana and Raiden Mei's movements looked flashy, but when she checked their stats, they were just -3, -3.

It took them quite a bit of effort to defeat a low-level Honkai Beast, which was truly pathetic.

"Tsk..."

Facing "Rosia's" evaluation, Rosia could only stick out her tongue.

She had never seen "Rosia" give anyone a good review.

"How was it? Rosia! Wasn't I super cool just now? Let me tell you, this is my Kaslana family's gun-fu!"

After receiving a decent evaluation from Himeko, Kiana immediately ran over to Rosia to claim credit, trying to take Rosia from Raiden Mei's arms, but Raiden Mei dodged.

"Mei, can you let me hold her for a bit? Bronya isn't here right now, otherwise she definitely wouldn't let me hold her."

Although Raiden Mei didn't really want to hand Rosia over, she couldn't resist Kiana's persistent pleading and could only let her hold her for a while.

"Yay!"

Taking Rosia from Raiden Mei's arms, Kiana said happily.

"Childish."

Watching Kiana nuzzle Rosia, "Rosia" pursed her lips.

This girl was such a nuisance.

"Let me tell you, don't let Bronya's constant bragging fool you. If she didn't have Project Bunny, I could beat her with one hand."

Since Bronya wasn't here, Kiana spoke even more smugly as she slandered her.

"You're not allowed to bully Mama Bronya."

Hearing Kiana's words, Rosia puffed out her cheeks.

"That girl..."

Even though the practical simulation had started, Bronya's attention had always been on Rosia. She had been at ease when Raiden Mei was holding her, but she became displeased the moment she saw Kiana.

Bronya could easily handle low-level Honkai Beasts. However, after she finished dealing with them, the simulation didn't end, and a red indicator appeared.

"Warning, warning!"

"Three Honkai Emperors..."

Seeing the three Honkai Emperors appear before her, even Bronya, who already knew, couldn't help but twitch the corner of her mouth.

Although Honkai Emperors were still low-level Honkai Beasts, they were the peak of low-level Honkai Beasts. If three of them attacked together, even ordinary A-rank Valkyries might not be able to withstand them, let alone her alone.

Seeing this scene, Himeko, who was watching and scoring from the side, was stunned for a moment.

"Mama Bronya!"

Sensing that Bronya was in danger, Rosia immediately transformed into her Quantum state and the next moment, she stood in front of her.

"Ros... Rosia..."

Bronya was also stunned, looking at the girl who had instantly appeared in front of her.

Rosia's movements were so fast that even "Rosia" couldn't react.

"You... you can't hurt Mama Bronya!"

The pure white scythe in her hand slowly materialized, and Rosia blocked the Honkai Emperors that were about to attack.

"Are you looking for death?!"

"Rosia" was truly startled by her. She immediately took over the body, and a scarlet light spread from her palm.

"You bastards!"

Unlike Rosia's weak slashes, "Rosia" simply swung her scythe with force. The scarlet light completely engulfed the three Honkai Emperors, and then they shattered, disappearing into light.

"Hah..."

Rosia, having exerted too much force, took a breath, then closed her eyes. The light dimmed, and her body went limp.

"Rosia..."

Bronya, stunned, snapped back to reality and rushed forward, hugging the girl tightly.

Looking at the unconscious blue-haired girl, regret spread through her heart.

"I'm sorry... I'm sorry..."

Chapter 12: What I Care About is You!

"Bronya! What are you doing?!"

In the infirmary, Kiana pointed at the dazed silver-haired girl, asking in confusion.

"If the simulation had a problem, couldn't you just emergency stop it? Didn't you brag last time about being able to easily hack into the academy's control system..."

Actually, Kiana didn't react much to seeing the three Honkai Emperors. It was just a simulation, and those Honkai Emperors' strength was at most half of their real power. There was nothing to be afraid of.

"I..."

Looking at the unconscious Rosia, Bronya silently held her hand.

"I'm sorry..."