BEEP!

BEEP!

BEEP!

Le Temeraire: Hey! Commandant! They're done!

Well. Looks like the cakes are finished. Now I just have to add the cream and sandwich all of them.

I got to the Oven and opened it, then used my Oven Mitts to take the tray. And out of the tray is the cooked cakes. It's not finished though.

Later...

... And... Wunderbar! It's done! And we've made 16 Macarons! Perfect, that'll make Belfast jealous! Judging the date... It's now February 14, Valentine's Day... It's the reason why Kevin always hides at that time due to his Valentinophobia.

Ezra: Mmm... The fine smell of the pastry...

Le Temeraire: Wow! It smells so great! Great Teamwork, guys! Not only that, we've managed to make cookies and chocolates as if it looks like a Luxury! I think you're better than Dunkerque, Commandant!

I guess I took every detail carefully. Ask a Tank Commander like me and maintenance of a tank is as important as landing a killing blow on an enemy tank.

Ezra: Thanks... Who's Dunkerque though?

Le Téméraire: Dunkerque is a Vichya Dominon shipgirl, she also makes the best desserts & sweets! Maybe you and her might try to make some sweets together!

Yeah... No... Not now.

Ezra: Maybe. But still, you two are quite good at this. And thanks for helping me, Temeraire and Jeanne.

Le Temeraire: Hehehe! You're welcome, Commandant!~

Jeanne d'Arc: Why thank you, my love.~ [No problem, Commandant!]

Le Temeraire: Hey Commandant! Can I try one?

Ezra: Huh? Well...

I was going to use them as a gift for Richelieu... But, I guess I could afford to sacrifice a few Macarons for them. Heck, maybe a few cookies and chocolates too. I just hope I don't screw it up...

Ezra: Sure. Only a bite though. The others might try it.

Jeanne d'Arc: Awww, thank you...~ [If you insist then, Commandant.]

They both took a bite of it. I took one and have a try.

...

Holy shit... It's good! Maybe, my attention to detail was a good trait...

Le Temeraire: Ooh... it's delicious! Miss Richelieu will surely enjoy these!

Jeanne d'Arc: It's as good as you are, Commandant.~ [Yeah, Le Temeraire is right!]

Ezra: Yeah. It's pretty good. Honestly, it's because we've worked together. Now then, let's go to Richelieu's Dorm. Temeraire, how do I box these chocolates?

Le Temeraire: Oh! It's simple!

Michael's POV...

Michael: Hah... Hah... Lucky you... in the... first round... My Warcorgi.~

Warspite: Heh, of course, I did... My Ironblood puppy!~

Bearn: OH MY GOD!!! Get a room, you two!

Jintsuu: Yeah, Michael and Warspite... You two are getting too close...

Michael: Ahahah... Entschuldigung... "My Apologies..."

Oh boy... Looks like we're playing the same game... As a summary of the training...

In the first round, Frau L'Opinatire & Frau Saint Louis were able to defeat Richelieu and Bearn, via teamwork, Jintsuu with her agile maneuvers defeated Mutsu and Saint Louis, while Nagato managed to evade. I've taken down Le Triomphant by learning her attack patterns and riposte her attacks. While Warspite with her quick thinking beats Nagato with a blow to the head. Jintsuu managed to land a hit, but L'Opinatire landed two consecutive hits on Jintsuu, disqualifying her. Before I managed to land a hit, Warspite feign an attack and I got hit in the chest, another one would eliminate me. Until another surprise attack by Warspite that L'Opinatire redirects the blow to herself. Eliminated her from the training, giving me an opening, and landed true to her chest. After a few minutes of clashing, with my Training Longsword and Bloßfechten's Fencing tactics, while Warspite with her Sword and Royal Navy's Tactic.

Despite my experience and training, she was able to think outside the box and did a 360 clockwise strike, within a blink of an eye. Leaving me no chance to block or dodge.

Michael: OH SCHI-

Leading to the Red team's victory...

Warspite: Victory is ours!

Richelieu: We won!

We took a short break as I think of a strategy to counter any of them. I always play defensive and then go on the offense, if there's an opportunity.

The second round, it's a free for all, my own team against each other. The same goes for Warspite's Team. The Battle start and I quickly go on the defensive and disengage immediately. As Saint Louis went after me, Using Speed and strength, I managed to throw a powerful strike on her Training Lance. Staggering her, giving me an opportunity to land two consecutive hits, one stab, and one slash. She got back to see the battle, then winked at me... Looks like I got another admirer... Ahem. Mutsu and Nagato were defeated by L'Opinatire. I have to say, she's a quick learner. We went for a final battle, she was quick. But, I managed to land a lucky hit on her forehead, instant defeat. I was victorious.

For Warspite's team, Warspite managed to take out Triomphant, Bearn, and Jintsuu with a single blow on herself. For Richelieu, well, Warspite stole her kill while fighting Jintsuu. Warspite was able to land another hit, but Richelieu, thanks to my training. Landed true to her weapon with the same tactic as mine, but this time. Knocked out Warspite's weapon, Eliminating her.

Now, it's just me and Frau Richelieu. This time, she agrees to use her holy magic, against my own. But, I have a surprise for them. Although switching to a Training Arming Sword is not one of them.

Michael: Well, Frau Richelieu. Are you ready? For I am ready.

Richelieu: Oui!

Nagato: Three!

L'Opinatire: Two!

Everyone: One!

Warspite: Let the battle commence!

I attacked with a thrust, she managed to dodge and retaliate. I quickly evade it as there's not a chance I could get close. And then, I played defensive as Richelieu went on the assault.

L'Opinatire: Try Hiting her and Run!

Saint Louis: Keep Dodging!

Nagato: Grab her Lance! 

Warspite: Keep him away!

Bearn: I Expect a Complete Defeat for Michael, due to his Weapon choice.

Jintsuu: No, I think he has a plan...

I kept on the assault, I was hit, but I managed to retaliate, by grabbing her Lance and landing a hit. And then... Richelieu knocked my Arming Sword out... Just as I planned...

Warspite: HAH! VICTORY!

Michael: Playing the hard way, huh? Frau Richelieu? Okay... I won't be joking anymore!

Bearn: Wait... Didn't he lose?

Jintsuu: You'll be surprised.

Richelieu: How so, Michael?

Michael: Perhaps you're not convinced? Behold my Powers!

Using some lessons from the School of Conjuration, I conjured two Magic Viking War Axes. Dual Wielding them.

Michael: For it's the Powers of my Ancestors!

I jest, of course. I don't even know my Ancestors...

Bearn: WHAT!?

Jintsuu: See? Don't judge a book by its cover.

Saint Louis: Well, now. Looks like he's going to be harsh on the Cardinal.

Le Triomphant: Wow... I wish I could do that!

L'Opinatire: Same here...

Warspite: WHAT THE-!? WE WEREN'T ALLOWED TO USE GUNS, BUT YOU'RE ALLOWED TO USE MAGIC!?

Michael: It's for Richelieu, My Warcorgi.

Warspite: BAKA!!! "IDIOT!!!"

I smirk a bit, but I continued the Attack with both War Axes. I launched at her with both my Axes raised...

Frau Richelieu's POV.

Woah! Good Lord! I managed to dodge that!

Hmm. Since we both agreed to use magic... Michael has only withheld his New Powers for the finale... Well then, I'll use the Holy Light! That's it! I'll certainly win this! I'll just have to wait for the right moment...

Michael: You've been blocking a lot... May I ask why?

Warspite: Land a hit on him, Richelieu!

Michael: You're aching to be in my embrace!? Mein Gott, I've never thought you wanted to marry me! My Lustful Corgi!~

Warspite: *Extreme Blushing* S-S-S-S-S-Shut up!!!~❤

Bearn: Would you stop that, Michael!? She's going to go crazy!!!

Oh, dear... Looks like Warspite is going to lose her mind and she's about to go on a mating season on Michael... As she covers her face and takes deep breaths to calm down... Now's not the time!

Richelieu: I call upon the Holy Light to enhance this lance!

Michael: Uh oh...

With the Holy Light, Michael was blinded. He quickly disengages and tries to keep his distance. But, I've managed to sneak to his back.

Michael: *Recovers* Ugh... Might of God's...!? Where are you!?

Warspite: Say your prayer... Ehehehe.~

Richelieu: Nothing Personnal, Mich.~

I went for the thrust!

*CLANG!*

WHAT!? HE MANAGED TO CATCH MY LANCE WITH HIS DUAL WAR AXE!? AND MADE OF MAGIC NO LESS!?

L'Opinatire: YES!!! Way to go, Dear!~

Nagato: As expected!

Mutsu: Nice Catch!

Saint Louis: Is he a Champion!?

Le Triomphant: Mon Dieu! Not even I could do that!

Bearn: Could it be my calculations are wrong!? 

Warspite: Oh come on!

Jintsuu: Told you. Don't underestimate him.

Michael: I always learn from my past mistakes, Frau Richelieu... Now then!

He vanished both his War Axes as he dodged and conjure a Magical Rapier to... NOOOOOO!!!

Herr Michael's POV:

And Victory is mine!!! I landed a second hit! Luckily is a Training Magic Rapier, thanks to Master Failon and I creating non-lethal Weapons to train new students for Conjuration School.

Michael: And Victory belongs to the Traitor of the Ironblood!

Blue Team: YEAHHHHHHHH!!!

L'Opinatire: That's my love!

Nagato: Well done, Michael.

Warspite: NOOOOOOOOOOO!!!

Bearn: He's as deceiving as the SIREN's Reenactment...

Jintsuu: He's Adaptable.

Saint Louis: Hehehe...

Michael: Well now. Anything Else? It's getting close to lunch.

Warspite: I challenge you! Michael Visscher, to a duel, 1v1!!!

Michael: Ah. Solo. Well then, let me get my Training Longsword. I'll have to change the rules a bit...

Ezra's POV.

Thank Goodness for Le Temeraire... At least they'll think this is bento. Even better, all of the girls are normal now... Giving people chocolates isn't a romantic thing, it could be for gratitude... As here's the flashback of me getting chocolates...

Ezra's ISAC: Beginning Audio Playback...

Kaga: Even though, my sister can't return due to your friend's sacrifice... I hope these chocolates that I've made for you will ease your pain, Captain Elijah.

Ezra: Thank you.

Atago: You know, maybe we should be spending time together! Just kidding, here's your chocolate! I wish for your recovery!

Ezra: Thanks, Atago.

Souryuu: Here you go, Captain. They're chocolates for you. You seem busy though. Please refrigerate them if you don't have the time, Captain.

Ezra: Appreciated Souryuu.

Hiryuu: Did my sister give you chocolate? Yes? I hope you'll recover soon, since the Commander's Sacrifice... If you need anything, just call me or Souryuu.

Ezra: I'll notify you if I need anything.

Shoukaku: How about having some Valentine's chocolate that I made, Captain Ezra? Since the Commander's gone, why don't we become one? Together as Husband and Wife?~ Well, half of that was a joke though. Hehehe!~

Ezra: Not. Funny.

Zuikaku: Err, I mean, of course, I like you, but I also respect and appreciate you too as a person... But... You always look... sad. Because of the Commander's Death is it? Either way, I'll be at my dorm if you want to talk, Ezra... Although, who's my opponent if Grey Ghost is gone?

Ezra: Thanks a lot, Zui... Maybe try Hornet or go for Essex for an extra challenge.

Amagi: Hey, Commander? Did you see Amagi-chan is at the port? Hehehe... With our guidance, we can help her grow up, you know? But here are your chocolates, it was made by Amagi-chan! May you recover!

Ezra: Of course, I saw her. I hope we'll live to see her better than us.

Duke of York: I mean not to berate thee with these words... O, Valentinus's blessed one, shall it be sweet chocolate or words of love that at last defeateth thee?

Ezra: Lest ye wish to seize my heart, with both words and chocolate... Then... I may have you, my only love...

Prince of Wales: I'd feel guilty about taking time out of your busy schedule to give you chocolate, and I wouldn't want it to become a formal affair for us both either... Sitting down and giving you it over tea feels much more pleasant. Here. Keep up the good work, by the way. We are all counting on you, Ezra. Hope you're getting better.

Ezra: Don't be. It's about timing and place, Miss Wales. Thank you for the chocolate.

Hood: I do hope you're enjoying this wonderful chocoday, Elijah. Indeed, today is a most suitable day for the enjoyment of chocolate, thus, "chocoday." It has a nice ring to it, does it not? Please help yourself to anything you'd like~♪

Ezra: I thank thee, for thy kindness.

Belfast: I've heard you do the same as Duke of York. I have to say, you're planning to win her heart?~ Anywho, here's our chocolate, Ez.~ Little Bel and I made it for you, I hope you enjoy it!~

Ezra: Belfast... Don't call me that... Thanks by the way...

HMS Neptune: Here you are, Captain Ezra! Your once-a-year Valentine's chocolate from yours truly. Hehehe♪~ As I wouldn't want you getting bored of the flavor, I went with a new, more Valentine-y recipe. Surprised that I'm back?~ It was thanks to Nanaki!

Ezra's ISAC: Alert. Rapid Signs of Aggression detected.

Ezra: *Eye Twitching* Yeah... Surprised...

Rodney: Are you ready for the reveal, Captain? My Valentine's present for you this year is... made by me and made of chocolate, just as you requested! ... You forgotten? Oh dear, I'm glad you remember.

Ezra: Yeah. Sorry about that.

Monarch: It's like you always look after each other... Nevermind that. Here, I made this chocolate syrup myself. It's not Valentine's if I don't enjoy a chocolatey treat with you, Ezra.

Ezra: Make sure it doesn't land on your clothes, white clothes are the hardest to clean.

Unicorn: Chocolate, sandwiches, and tea... Um, are you ready for our picnic together? Ehehe... Did you know, I didn't just make the chocolate, I also helped make lunch as well? I hope you'll like it~♪

Ezra: Thanks, kid. I was getting hungry.

Washington: Here's your Valentine's chocolate~♪ Please accept my feelings~♪"... Ugh, that made my skin crawl. It's weird, isn't it?

Ezra: Yeah... Still. Thanks for your chocolate.

South Dakota: Captain Ezra... Maybe it's because of your friend's demise... You've fallen into the same hole as myself... I hope through this chocolate, on this Valentine's Day... We might find some common ground to be together... Because I don't trust your Girlfriend... That relationship might be toxic...

Ezra: I understand your concerns... And thank you, Dakota...

Helena: I'm back! And I invited St. Louis to make chocolate with me. Oh, and don't worry, our chocolates won't taste identical – we based our recipes on different aspects you might like. Hehe~ Hope you enjoy it, Ezra!

Ezra: Good to see you again. I hope what Kevin did was... well, Forgivable.

Honolulu: Hrmh... You're looking away again... Here, I made chocolate for... W-would you look at me, please? There's no one else around, so don't worry about it... I had to muster a lot of courage to get this far, so at least return my effort with eye contact...

Ezra: ... You wot m8?

Eldridge: Sparky... floaty... Lorentz force... Done. For you...

Ezra: Wow... Now that's quality! *Headpats Eldridge*

Ezra's ISAC: Target's Electricity negated by Rubber Boots.

Georgia: Hahaha, You must be Captain Ezra? Happy Valentine's Day! What, is it really that surprising? I just thought it'd be a good chance to have a little contest with everyone. Thanks to Nakaki-... W-Wait! CALM DOWN!!! DON'T TELL ME YOU HATE NANAKI!?

Ezra's ISAC: Warning! Blood Pressure rose by 80%! Vitals and Hostility reaching Critical Levels!

Ezra: Tell me where that fucking Nazi lives... NOW!!!

Georgia: P-Please don't hurt me... *Paralyzed in fear*

Hornet: I'm giving you something unique, something you can't make draw comparisons to my sisters over, my condolence. Here you go.

Ezra: Ah. Thank you...

Bismarck's Note: Looking back now, the port has felt so alive recently. Perhaps that's because your friend has done a good job managing all the different factions' expectations. I poured my heartfelt gratitude into these chocolates. For I wish for your Recovery.

Tirpitz's Note: There have been times I was content to be alone, but that's changed with how vibrant the port has become. Even my sister can't escape you and your friends' positive influence. And for that, I must thank you – our beacon of light. Happy Valentine's, Captain Ezra. I hope you'll get Michael to rejoin the Ironblood.

Ezra: Good luck with that... He's as stubborn as a mule when it comes to that... Glad to see you two happy though...

Graf Zeppelin: And I believed you'll leave this base... And yet, you choose to stay to finish his job? It's that the reason why you and your friends loved this world? Regardless, I'll be at your side if you need some comfort.

Zeppy: I'm here for you too, Captain!

Ezra: Thank you, you two.

Deutschland: And you have the gut to Martyr him as a Hero... Fine, I'll make an exception on Valentine's Day. All you must do is say, "Please let me have your chocolate, Queen Deutschland!" Hahaha!~❤

Ezra: (After doing so) ... That was humiliating...

Graf Spee: (At Kevin's Grave) When I first arrived at the port, I knew nothing and nobody. I was all on my own. But now, I'm surrounded by friends and enjoy every passing day. The Commander says it's all thanks to my own efforts, but I wouldn't be standing here if I didn't know some wonderful people. So thank you, my dear Commander. And thank you, my dear friends...

Ezra: ... *Sniff* Well done, Spee...

Friedrich der Grosse's Note: As long as you don't act like a spoiled brat, then you may have as much as you want. I shall give you so much love that you will not want for anyone else's chocolate, my sweet child... Especially, dear Michael.~❤

Ezra: ... Thank god I got this first... Otherwise, Michael would've burned her note and her chocolate combined...

Ezra: *Recording* Hell, a lot has changed before and after Kevin's Death... The Shipgirls are aware that Other Nazi's Brainwashing, along with a militia against Yandere Shipgirls, to the, reuniting the Azur Lane, and old friends reunited... Although I'm now hearing more moans in Hood's Dorm, this time I'm now both Hood and Bismark's Boyfriend... Fucking hell... If you want to know what happens... I'll leave it to your perverted imagination.

Ezra's ISAC: Ending Audio Playback...

And we've arrived at Richelieu's Dorm. And I knocked on the door.

Jeanne d'Arc: I told you, dear... The Cardinal told me to look for you.~ [Commander... didn't I tell you the reason why I look for you?]

Ezra: I see... Either way, we'll have to look for her.

I knocked at her door again.

Ezra: ... Great. She's not here.

I opened the door and no one was there.

Ezra: Great, she's not here...

???: Boo!

Ezra: AHH!!! BATTLEOFJERUSALEM!!!

I jumped a bit by the scare. A girl came out laughing.

???: Hehehe!~ How cute...~

She looks... let's just say, she's not afraid to be relentlessly rutted by other Perverts. And have her own mind broken with pleasure.

Still, I'm not Jodie. And I won't cheat on Asra... Unless you cocksuckers (Readers) wanted me in a 1st Class Seat of The Ass-Whooping Express by Richard and his men... Or worse, those people in the Federal Prison who wanted my ass, quite literally.

Ezra: ... Ahem... I would advise you not to do that again. Anywho, Name, Faction, and Class?

???: Salut!~ I am Surcouf! I'm the Crusier Submarine of the Iris Libre!

Ezra: Err... You look like more of a (WW2) Crusier to me...

Surcouf: You've got it all wrong! My looks may be deceiving, but I'm a fully qualified submarine!~ Wanna look?~

Ezra: L-Later...

Surcouf: What's with all of the chocolates?

Ezra: It's from the Shipgirls of mine.

Surcouf: That's nice... But, I don't have any chocolates so how about I give you my body?~

Ezra: ...

Owari da fuck...? I guess I was right.

Le Téméraire: Surcouf, are you okay? I think the Commandant doesn't like that.

Surcouf: Of course I am!

Jeanne d'Arc: Oh, Surcouf... Don't be such an annoyance to Le Commandant.~ We're looking for the Cardinal... [Come on, Surcouf... The Commandant won't like that... Plus we're looking for the Cardinal Richelieu.]

Ezra: Yeah. She's my Secretary.

Surcouf: Oh Commandant... How about you can make me your Secretary instead of her... I'll reward you a lot...

And here people accuse me of being a pervert... Go shoot yourself, Hammann.

Le Temeraire: Aren't you a lazy type?

I mean, yeah. Michael's Dossier says that she's as lazy as a sloth.

Surcouf: Not when I'm with my Commandant!~

Red Flag confirmed. Change of Personality. I'm going to thank Michael for this training, as she got closer licking her lips.

Surcouf: What would you say?~

Ezra: The answer is No. You've trespassed my Secretary's Room, intruded her Privacy, and attempted to bride an Officer. I'll forgive you once, but the second time will be in the interrogation room. Leave at once, or else!

I swiftly took out my Extendable Baton. Frightening both Temeraire and Jeanne.

Surcouf: ... Fine...

Surcouf has left bitterly that I gave a warning. I then holster my Baton.

Le Temeraire: C-Commandant...

Jeanne d'Arc: She got what she deserved... [That's rather... harsh, Commandant...]

Ezra: Sorry for scaring you two, But it was necessary. Now, let us check the Training Dorm, shall we?

They both nodded and then followed me. Although Jeanne understands why I immediately go Aggressive...

Richard: Jesus, Ezra... Found your damn ass...

I don't hear Richard as a Yandere... I turned around and see Richard with a frustrated face. And Vestal...

Vestal: You're such a Troublemaker, you naughty Captain.~ [You really cost us a lot of time searching for you!]

Nevermind, I guess those with the same Gender as mine negates quicker...

Richard: Where the hell were you been!?

Ezra: The Kitchen, Rich. Ask Le Temeraire...

Le Temeraire: Ehehehe... Hi, Commandant's Friend...

Vestal just leave us be...

Richard: *Sigh* Glad you're safe, man... Just don't get us worried again...

Jeanne d'Arc: Your Eagle Union Friend is Right... [He's right though...]

Ezra: Sorry alright? Michael's at the Training Dorm.

Richard: Training Dorm?

Le Temeraire: Let's follow the Commandant!

Richard: A Bright one, isn't she?

Ezra: You can say that. Now come on.

Surcouf's POV...

Hmph, the Commander now threatening me? Well, I'll guess I'll have to re-train you to be a good boy then...

I decided to stalk them until they've entered the Training room... Even with that Eagle Soldier...

Huh...?

A fight is going on? Maybe they're dueling since I saw others are cheering for either the Corgi and... A-A-A MALE IRONBLOOD!? But they're holding training weapons...

Drats... I should be careful around him! If he's the Commandant's Interrogator, then I have to stay hidden!

I've found the stairs to hide into, now I'm safe from the Ironblood Interrogator's Sight... If the Ironblood is his Interrogator... Then that Eagle Soldier is his Bodyguard... Not good... An Eagle Soldier working with an Ironblood Spy... Then Richard and Commandant are being tricked by the spy!!!

Le Temeraire: That's my sister!

Ezra: L'Opinatire? I thought Le Triomphant was your sister? Well, your name since Le Triomphant...

Le Temeraire: L'Opinatire and I are Le Hardi Class... My bad if I forgot to tell! Ehehehe...

Ezra: Right... Let's see the fight...

Ezra's POV...

L'Opinatire: Ah... Commandant... I...

Ezra: It's fine... Richelieu already told me what's going on... The same goes with Bearn...

Bearn: Merci, Commandant... "Thanks, Commander..."

L'Opinatire: By the way, I remember you still have that effect... So, I've made an Antidote for you. Here.

Ezra: Oh. Thanks, L'Opinatire.

I took a full drink... Though I didn't feel the effects, then...

Jeanne d'Arc: Commandant? I hope you're better now... You seem to look more relaxed.

Yes! I'm now cured!

Ezra: Yeah, I'm fine. Just got that effect removed thanks to L'Opinatire.

Richard: Yandall?

Ezra: Yep.

Bearn: So... You're The Commandant's Bodyguard?

Richard's Mind: Holy shit. Two birds with one stone!? Nice!

Richard: Yep. Same with Michael. Name's Richard Mitchell.

Bearn: Since when you've started to protect the Commandant, along with Michael?

Richard: Since the Death of the Last Commander... Kevin. Our Friend...

Ezra: Me, Richard and Michael... Along with the others...

Bearn: My condolences...

L'Opinatire: Same here...

Jeanne d'Arc: Sorry to hear that...

Ezra: It's fine... We have to let go... If we kept mourning his death... We'll just be chasing a dead man...

Le Temeraire: I feel bad for you Commandant...

Richard: We're all trying, Temeraire...

Glad that she's innocent...

We turned back to Michael and Warspite dueling. Jintsuu told me that Michael and Warspite are trying to land the last hit, as they got hit once. Warspite is as tired as Michael... But, neither are willing to surrender...

They both took position and ready their final attack... Suddenly...

Warspite: What's that smirk?

Michael: Oh nothing... Just a... Zun Haal Viik! "Weapon Hand Defeat!"

Warspite: HUH!?

A Fucking Dragon Shout!? Warspite was suddenly disarmed and pushed back and Michael attacked.

Warspite: Oh no you don't!!!

Warspite quickly rearmed her sword and...

Both took a hit! Michael with a thrust and Warspite with a Slash!

Michael: D-Did I win...?

Warspite: No! I've won!

Richard: I'll check the camera!

Richard went to the camera to check who has the final blow...

Richard: And the winner is...

Drum roll, please!

Richard: Michael with a lethal thrust!

Michael: Heh. The Steel of the Republic is better than The Steel of an Immature Queen.

Queen Elisabeth's Mind...

Why did I feel like I was insulted...?

Ezra's POV.

Blue Team: YEAHHHHHHH!!!

Warspite: ARE YOU KIDDING ME!?

Jintsuu: Underestimating Michael again? I expected that.

Bearn: As if fighting an outnumbered Michael would give him motivation and strength, instead of fear and weakness...

L'Opinatire went to hug Michael with Nagato and Mutsu congratulations him. Saint Louis, seems to like him even further... Along with Richelieu...

Richelieu's Mind: Maybe... I could make him a Protector of Iris Libre! He's more loyal to us and the Eagle Union than the Ironblood!

While Warspite has lost the last round, despite beating him and his team in the first round. Bearn comforts her while Jintsuu and Le Triomphant was now talking to Richard.

Richard: You sure?

Jintsuu: Yeah, the Military R&D from your friend's base has built new weapons...

Richard: Here I go again...

Jintsuu: I'll do it for you. I've saw the news that you used C4s to return her quickly... How...?

Richard: ... Darriel's Explosive Shortcut...

Le Triomphant: And Explosive Shortcut!?

Yeah... It means Darriel will use his Homemade C4s, which are Extremely Volatile and Very High Explosive Yield. The Vehicle must be resistant to explosives and shrapnel... And the below are well sealed with armor... If one of them is not within the criteria, either the C4 has a Poor Yield or it's your fault that you and/or your passengers are dead. That it's the terror of Darriel's Explosive Shortcut... Unless you pray to Gork and Mork, Go Ahead and be a Kamikaze Pilot. I don't give a flying fuck.

Ezra: Temeraire, the Chocolates and Macarons, please?

Le Temeraire: Huh? Oh yeah! Here, Commandant. What about the cookies?

Ezra: You can have them. Share them if you like.

Le Temeraire: Hehehe!~ You're very generous, Commandant!~

She gave me the Macarons and some Chocolates. Well, they'll be happy with the rest.

Ezra: Ahem. Richelieu.

Richelieu: Oh, Ezra! There you are!

Ezra: Would you kindly follow me?

Richelieu: Very well then.

We left the Training Dorm.

Richelieu: Where are we going?

Ezra: Where no one would hear us. I want to tell you something...

Meanwhile...

Michael: Hmm? Oh, You must be Frau Temeraire?

Le Temeraire: O-Oui!

The sister of Frau L'Opinatire... The name is too different... Though, at least she's safe to trust... Hey, something smells delicious!

Michael: My, what's the fine smell of the bakery?

Richard: Hey, did you make that?

Le Temeraire: Yep! Me, Jeanne and Commandant made these!

Richard: Well, I'll be damned! None of us could bake, and Ezra just beat us to it!

Michael: Hehe. Guess he could be lucky at times.

Jintsuu: Don't mind if we give a taste?

Le Temeraire: Sure! Give it a shot!

We all gave it a shot...

...

HOLY SAINT JOHN ON A CROSS!!! It's delicious!!! I... I've never smiled this bright before!

Michael: Saint John on a Cross! It tastes like heaven!

Le Triomphant: Ehehehe! First time?

Michael: I suppose it's true, Frau Triomphant!

Richard: Jesus, Mich... It can't be that good... *Took a bite*

And then his eyes widen, with a surprised face.

Richard: Holy shit... I take it back, Teach me how!?

Jintsuu: Yep! They're as good as Dunkerque's Baking Skills!

Richard: Dunkerque?

Jeanne: Well...

I noticed a girl stalking Ezra... I've found you... Now, How am I going to make you speak...?

As always, homeostasis and a calm mind, as I worked in the FBI. Yes, I do Catch Loilcons sometimes, but it's often suspects of Federal Crimes.

Back to Ezra...

Here we are... At the Port...

Richelieu: Why are we here, Ezra?

The Moment of truth...

I took out the box of Macarons and Chocolates.

Ezra: Happy Valentines Day, Cardinal Richelieu.

I took my beret and put it to my chest, often as a sign of greetings. As my left arm is holding both Macarons and Chocolates.

Richelieu: *Gasps* Are... Are those for me, Ezra?

Looks like she's blushing...

Ezra: Yes. I made this, along with Jeanne and Temeraire. I could've given you cookies, but I let the others enjoy them.

Richelieu: W-Wow... Even you're kind to others... I don't know what to say... but... did you make these just for me?

Ezra: You could say that. It's because you helped me, Richelieu... A-And... I felt bad that you were alone... Without a loved one... And Worse, your own Civil War against your own sister... Sorry if I have to say that...

Richelieu: T-Tahnk you, Captain Ezra!

She hugged me, with tears dropping from her. Damn it... Even I started to let loose some tears...

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Ezra: There. There... I'm here for ya...

Richelieu: Thank you... *Sobs* It was hard... because I thought I couldn't fit... a-and that my... my sister ruined my leadership... but... Now that I have you... Thank you... Captain Elijah Ezra...

Ezra: I... Even I thought I wouldn't fit... Because I want to see them happy again... But... They knew why I'm depressed... My Brother in Arm... To have a... L-Love... N-No... I mean...

Richelieu: I understand Ezra... You're conflicted. So... Close your eyes.

I closed my eyes... And... suddenly my own lips felt something and I opened my eyes to see...

A... A DIRECT KISS FROM RICHELIEU!?

We then let go... And...

Ezra: Richelieu... I...

Richelieu: Je t'aime, Mon Capitaine Ezra!~ "I love you, My Captain Ezra!~"

I... I can't resist this feeling of true love anymore... I'm very sorry Asra... But... I love her now...

Asra: *Crying Female Egyptian Noises*

Darkoreahhhh & TheBreizhOne: *BETRAYED (Minato)/ TRIGGERED (Breizh) NOISES*

We decided to sit together, she opened the Macarons.

Richelieu: It smells freshly baked!

Ezra: T-Thank you...

She decided to take a bite... And she loved it, by her expression.

Richelieu: Ezra... I love it... Just as your cute attempts to hide your heart for me.~

Ezra: Y-Yeah...

I'm now blushing deeper...

Richelieu: By the way, dear. I have words from Eugen and Queen Elizabeth.

Ezra: Queen Loli and Pervert Eugen? What do they want?

She giggles a bit, as I'm not fond of them... The Loli Queen because I hate Monarchy, Eugen... WW2.

Richelieu: Prinz Eugen and Queen Elizabeth are making some kind of cafe to compete and apparently, they got permission from me, what do you think, darling?

Great... A Culture War by both Ironblood and Royal Navy and a Civil War by Vichya and Iris... Well, a Culture War is more controllable than a Civil War...

Ezra: Let them have their fun. Send Michael and a shipgirl to protect him. Make sure it's not any girl from the Ironblood. They might try to get him to rejoin the Ironblood.

Richelieu: I'll do my best. Since the two of your friends could participate and you're needed to rate them.

Ezra: I guess I won't mind having Michael with me... Although he'll need another Shipgirl to protect him if he tags along, Richard would follow suit if Michael comes.

Richelieu: Well, that's likely. I'll be by your side if you need me.

Ezra: Of course... S-Still... About the... Kiss...

I noticed she smile again...

Richelieu: I notice your hints. You're conflicted, to either be with your girlfriend or I'll be yours instead. By the way...

Ezra: We have a week... Got it... One more thing before we left...

Richelieu: Oui?

Ezra: ... I love you too... My Iris Cardinal...

We both kissed again. Embraced each other... This time... Together. Forever.

Michael: Er... Am I interrupting something?

We got shocked as Michael came, he knew that I couldn't resist my heart... But he smiled and put his finger on his mouth.

Thank God... He's keeping this a secret. And he returned back inside.

Ezra: Thank god for Michael...

Richelieu: Oui. A Good Friend after all...

Ezra: It's getting late...

I lend my hand to her...

Ezra: Shall we?

She smiled again and accepted me to take her back to her dorm...

I felt like someone was watching me... But Michael always says, I got it.

After I took her back to her dorm, I went back to my own... Happy... We even eat the Macarons together... It tasted better when we were together...

Now, time to get some shut-eye...

Surcouf's POV...

She... She took him away from me!!! SHE PUTS HER LIPS ON MY COMMANDER!!! Grr... That's it!!! I'm going to take this further!

Surcouf: I'll take his Virginity then... Hehehe-

*Click! Click!*

Eh!? I've been handcuffed!?

Michael: Didn't your Kommandant tell you to leave him alone?

Surcouf: Eh... Ah, crap...

Michael: I could've just interrogated you, but since it's late, you'll have to sleep in my dorm.

Great... Founded by the Ironblood Spy!!!