Chapter 7, Performing a Duet

Xiao Zhai looked at Su Xia, slowly withdrew his gaze, and was momentarily stunned. A flash of inspiration struck his mind, and he became excited: "Of course, it must be a joke. How could anyone possibly think of harming the Admiral? It seems like everyone usually talks about teaching the Admiral a lesson, but when has that ever happened? It's just talk, after all."

Adaptability, Su Xia casually remarked

I don't want to say so much to you, it's pointless. " Su Xia glanced at Xiao Zhai, or rather, the two exchanged glances. " Sixteen Tai, can you take a look at this proposal and see if you can discern anything from it? "

It is imperative to find the person who posted the initiative. The first person that comes to my mind is... Sixteen Tai. Sixteen Tai is the most formidable detective in the naval base, is she not? She will undoubtedly be able to uncover the 'culprit' through this and that, piecing together the slightest clues.

Do you want to change the slippers?

"CV - 16......" How should I greet? Su Xia paused and said, "Long time no see"

How is he with those three little ones

Hmm. CV - 16 merely responded with a sound of acknowledgment, neither expressing dislike nor apparent fondness. Directly asking, "What do you need from me?"

Su Xia submitted a proposal and said: "Take a look at this."

Especially calling out something inexplicable like "Sixteen Tai", hasn't he always referred to her as CV - 16?

Countless times, flattery is not to be believed; Su Xia does not believe that she is so highly praised, and there is absolutely no lewd behavior like that of the "Pig Head Three". CV - 16 would also dislike it.

Would this attire be too revealing and not in line with the usual demeanor?

"Do not stand outside, come in first. I will go down now, and we can talk about anything later." After saying this, CV - 16 withdrew from the window.

"A matter of utmost importance," Xiao Zhai shouted

Wow, what a textbook example of tsundere

Well

There are no outsiders in the naval base, only sisters and the admiral, only family and no evildoers, so there is really no need to lock the doors. The doors of everyone's rooms are basically ajar, easily pushed open. In short, the small residence leads the way, and everyone follows in to the villa, passing through the entrance hall to the living room

You, you clearly want to take the opportunity to meet Sister Sixteen. What is it? Better safe than sorry, you must come over. Do you really like Sister Sixteen that much?

Hmm? Oh, yes, alright. CV-16 lowered its head to look at the proposal, with long hair hanging down, bangs also drooping to cover its eyes, and the waist increasingly bent.

Su Xia took a deep breath, feeling somewhat helpless. She clenched her fist and struck the sofa, saying: "Alright, Sixteen Tai, Sixteen Tai."

CV - 16 found slippers by the bedside and was preparing to go downstairs. As they passed by the full-length mirror placed at the door of the room, their eyes instinctively glanced at the mirror, and their movement came to an abrupt halt, as if compelled by some unseen force.

CV - 16 Keenly noticing Su Xia's gaze, she was already somewhat concerned about her outfit and asked, "Is there something wrong with my appearance?" Her tone remained indifferent

Xiao Zhai and the others actually said that I just wanted to take the opportunity to find Shi Liu Tai. It's all just excuses; they simply want to see Shi Liu Tai and talk to her. They are openly taking the main road while secretly crossing the river. The drunkard's intention is not in the wine. What is this? How is that possible? There is absolutely no possibility, not even a little bit.

No, do not speak carelessly

"No problem," Su Xia said, recalling what Xiao Zhai had mentioned about the so-called superficial and fundamental solutions. Identifying the perpetrator behind the posted initiative was merely a superficial solution; the fundamental solution lay in becoming a qualified admiral and restoring the image in everyone's mind. He smiled and said, "It's just that in my impression, CV-16 always wears..."

"Sixteen, Sixteen!" Xiao Zhai never forgets to remind Su Xia

It's up to you

Why

He indeed knows that CV-16 has a set of outfits - Beyond the Peak, dressed quite coolly, and he did not feel any surprise. He just felt a bit emotional, as it was clearly stated that the Essex class would never sell sex appeal, adopting a cold and aloof style, yet unexpectedly, the official stance contradicted this.

Yes

No matter how aloof one may appear in public, they will not maintain that icy demeanor when alone

CV - 16 received the proposal letter, feeling somewhat puzzled upon opening it. After just a brief glance, my brows immediately furrowed.

Despite the presence of the Admiral, who has always maintained a cool demeanor, CV-16 did not feel shy. In fact, she was somewhat shy, but what concerned her more was the Admiral's opinion on such a title. However, recalling where he had just shouted something... she remained expressionless and asked, "What do you need from me?"

The hair is a bit messy from rolling around in bed, so I adjust the bangs and simply tidy it up

Originally intending to buy a cute doll as a gift for the little girl, in the end, I made the excuse that other gifts were more suitable, and thus the doll had to stay with me. Lying on the bed reading, I suddenly heard voices calling "Shiliutai" from outside the window. Among them, the loud voice came from the little house, while another voice was both familiar and strange.

I understand now," Su Xia said, showing a helpless smile towards CV-16

That is her admiral, who has already received the ring of vows, and one could also say he is her husband. From now on, she is truly the Sixteen Tai. Faced with such a nickname, there is no way to refute it. Speaking of which, she has long since become accustomed to that title.

CV - 16 Standing beside the coffee table, watching Su Xia inhaling, felt somewhat amused and held back a laugh

Xiao Hua remained as still as a mountain, already aware of the tricks those two were playing. She felt a certain admiration for the two, who, despite having no prior discussion or preparation, exhibited such remarkable tacit understanding.

Su Xia sat on the soft sofa, declining the snacks offered by Xiao Zhai. She truly did not know how to be polite. He thought it best to be a bit more courteous and noticed CV-16 coming down the stairs. He had already recovered and was smiling, ready to greet.

My name is Sixteen, is that okay? Su Xia asked CV - 16.

How did he appear here

Am I really such a poor and unsuccessful admiral?

Everyone should have gone inside to wait, CV - 16 bit his lip and decided to do just that, pushing the door open.

Xiao Zhai sat beside Su Xia, listening to him speak eloquently. She was eating nuts, and as she mechanically chewed slowly, crumbs fell from the corner of her slightly open mouth when he began to speak. She quickly wiped the corner of her mouth with her hand, bent down to look for the crumbs, and picked them up to throw them into the trash can

"Sixteen Tai." Su Xia hesitated for a moment but still called out that name, "Where was I just now... There’s no problem, it’s just that I remember Sixteen Tai usually dresses quite conservatively, I didn’t expect her to dress like this. But then again, on such a hot day, it’s better to dress a bit cooler."

I had long heard from Teacher Bell that the other party rarely appeared at the Guard House today, behaving quite strangely. Unlike in the past, when they would arrange expeditions and drills and then disappear, they remained silent in response to everyone's greetings, inquiries, and concerns, as if they had lost their memory. In the end, they rejected everyone and wandered alone in the Guard House.

I think so too. I admit that I have many shortcomings and am not a very competent admiral. Speaking of which, there were instances in the past where I harassed Sixteen, and I sincerely apologize for that; it will not happen again. In any case, it has been such a long time, hasn't it

The weather is hot, so she is only wearing a loose tank top paired with sports shorts. Her thighs have no excess flesh, being straight, long, and well-proportioned. She instinctively lifts the hem of her shirt, revealing a flat and firm abdomen with no excess fat, letting out a sigh of relief, and a curve appears at the corner of her mouth

Better to be safe than sorry

Xiao Zhai felt no psychological pressure at all; she discovered CV-16 appearing, waving her hands: "Sixteen Tai, Sixteen Tai, Sister Sixteen Tai"

Why is he referred to as a man who is both familiar and unfamiliar

When facing strangers, Su Xia is not someone who enjoys talking much. He does not understand why, even though it is their first meeting and he had only seen the paper figure before, he feels a sense of familiarity with the other party. Could this be what is referred to as the mysterious connection between the admiral and the ship girl?

This was discovered by Xiao Zhai on the bulletin board

Regardless of whether CV-16 appears somewhat aloof, this doesn't quite resemble the demeanor of a ship with a favorability rating of two hundred, does it? Su Xia continued, "Ha. I remember in the past always seeing CV-16 dressed more conservatively; this is the first time I've seen CV-16 dressed so lightly."

Standing downstairs, looking up at the flaxen-haired woman leaning out of the window, with her cold expression, it was no surprise that she was CV-16. Su Xia felt somewhat embarrassed. He could call out "Sixteen" in front of the little loli, but in front of the main character, he simply did not have the face to do so.

But still, it has come

CV - 16 Lazily getting out of bed, disheveled hair sticking to the forehead, face, and collarbone, barefoot on the floor, leaning halfway out of the window, I saw three little ones, Xiao Zhai, Xiao Hua, and Xiao Luo, standing downstairs, along with a man who was both familiar and unfamiliar.

Su Xia habitually surveyed the entire living room, from the gray fabric sofa to the coffee table, which was cluttered with books, while snacks and fruits were placed in bamboo baskets. From the television to the TV wall, the partition displayed decorative items such as a ship in a bottle, a balancing toy, and red wine. A birdcage was positioned in the corner by the window.

Speaking of this proposal, Xiaozhai and the others do not believe it, saying that it is impossible for anyone to want to harm the admiral; it must just be a joke

"Sixteen Tai, it is Sixteen Tai!" Su Xia was interrupted halfway through her speech by Xiao Zhai's correction

When CV - 16 appeared by the window, it did not attract much attention. It was only when CV - 16 appeared before her that Su Xia noticed that she was dressed rather lightly

However, it is not surprising that the man is most fond of those three childhood ships

He did not buy the CV-16 cool outfit, isn't the Live2D detective outfit good? He laughed and said: "Indeed, beautiful women look good in any clothes; no matter what they wear, their figure is like a clothes rack, and they look good no matter how they dress up"

"Sixteen, indeed." Xiao Zhai reiterated.