Narrator:After Takeo and his ships visited Iris Libre/Vichya Dominion, he went straight back to Azur Lane. Apparently, someone was waiting for Takeo and his ships there.

*Takeo and his ships were approaching Azur Lane, when he saw a familiar ship at the dock*

Takeo:"Oh, it's Enterprise!"

Z23:"Really? What's Enterprise doing here?"

Javelin:"Let's say hi to her."

*They arrive at the dock, and Takeo approaches Enterprise*

Takeo:"Hey Enty, what's up?"

Enterprise:"Hey commander. I came here to warn you about something."

Takeo:"Warn me? Uh...ok, what are you warning me about?"

Enterprise:"We've got two problems happening right now. One, we've been getting more and more sightings of Siren activity. Two, Akagi and Kaga are going to every region, telling us to not speak to you."

Takeo:"O-Ok, let me get this straight. Sirens are getting more active, and the Sakura Empire fox sisters are trying to stop you from visiting us?"

Enterprise:"I didn't believe it at first either, they must be up to something terrible."

Takeo:"I hope that both of these events happening at the same time is just a coincidence."

Enterprise:"And if it's not?"

Takeo:"Well, then I guess the fox sisters were still working with the sirens."

*Takeo's ships left them alone, then Takeo and Enterprise continued talking about the events*

Takeo:"Dang it! Just when I was going around, relaxing in different regions. Akagi has to make my life hard, for some reason."

Enterprise:"I honestly don't know what's going through her head sometimes either, but she's always wanted to destroy Azur Lane. Ever since the old commander was arrested."

Takeo:"Well, there goes my many days of relaxation."

Enterprise:"I'm sorry for laying all of this on you at such a bad time."

Takeo:"No, it's fine. I'm happy that you still decided to talk to me, after Akagi told you not to."

Enterprise:"I don't let anyone boss me around, especially former enemies."

Takeo:"Huh...well, any suggestions on what we should do?"

Enterprise:"I figured you ask that, so I have devised a plan to keep you safe, and take down the sirens."

Takeo:"Perfect! Let's hear it."

Enterprise:"Well, we'll leave keeping you safe to your ships. You can also call upon any of the ships you have recruited, but most of them would have to be on the front lines. There, we will do an all out assault on the Sirens."

Takeo:"And what are the chances of this plan failing?"

Enterprise:"To protect you, 0 chances, for defeating the Sirens, all odds are against us."

Takeo:"Then what the hell's the point if we don't take them down?!"

Enterprise:"The point is to hold the sirens back to keep them from getting you."

Takeo:"But what if you aren't able to?"

Enterprise:"We will."

Takeo:"Ugh...why do I have to be away from the fight? Aren't I the commander? I'm supposed to be commanding you girls what to do in combat, right?"

Enterprise:"You've never used your rank to command us, ever. Why are you suddenly thinking you're the god of war."

Takeo:"No one's here is Kratos."

Enterprise:"What?"

Takeo:"Never mind, what I'm saying is that you girls shouldn't just risk your lives like that."

Enterprise:"Ugh...you still think we're worth saving? We're machines of war, Takeo. We are only used for combat."

Takeo:"You girls are more human than any weapon I've ever seen."

Enterprise:"..."

Takeo:"I care for all of you, and if you all care for me so much that you'd want to protect me, then that makes you more human than machine."

Enterprise:"..."

Takeo:"Even if you were to compare yourself to a machine. People in the world get sad when they lose their cell phones, what makes you think that I won't cry if any of you sink?"

Enterprise:"..."

Takeo:"Exactly, now back to your plan. You need at least a better offensive tactic than just an 'all out attack'.

Enterprise:"Then what do you suggest we do?"

Takeo:"Hmm...do we know a location of where the sirens generally are?"

Enterprise:"We have seen many sightings near the Pacific Ocean."

Takeo:"Makes sense, since that's next to the Sakura Empire. Alright, I'm gonna have to call Nagato, and maybe some of the Russian girls."

Enterprise:"Russian girls?"

Takeo:"Oh, the Northern Parliament. We're gonna use Eagle Union and those two regions as checkpoint areas. There, we can close in on the Sirens, and then give them the all out attack."

Enterprise:"Hmm..."

Takeo:"I haven't done anything 'commander' related until now, you have to at least give me this."

Enterprise:"Ugh...I guess I was right to tell you about the plan after all."

Takeo:"Alright, now we just need to tell everyone about the new plan. You call up Queen Elizabeth, I'll call up Nagato. We'll start the attack at noon, three days from now."

Enterprise:"Yes, commander."

Takeo:"Oh, by the way, Enty?"

Enterprise:"Huh?"

Takeo:"I'm gonna give you the task of protecting me, ok?"

Enterprise:"Y-Yes, commander."

*Takeo went to his office, and called Nagato to tell her about the plan. After calling Nagato, he called all of his other ships and told them about the situation. He spent the whole day calling everyone of his ships. When he finally finished, he went into his dorm and laid down in his bed*

Takeo(mind):Ugh...why are we deciding to pick a fight with with these siren ships now of all times? I was busy having fun, and they just had to rain on my parade. Oh well, I'll have to get rid of them so that I can continue my happy life here.

*Takeo heard knocking on his door, and he saw all his starter ships when he opened the door*

Javelin:"Are you ok, commander? I heard you and Enterprise had an argument."

Takeo:"Yep, I'm fine. We have to fight the sirens three days from now. Are you girls ready for it?"

Z23:"Going up against the sirens with very little preparation time is not a good idea."

Takeo:"I know, which is why I'm putting all my cards on the table now."

Takeo(mind):And hopefully, with our combined strength, we can defeat the sirens.

Javelin:"I'm sure we'll win. We just need to give it our all."

Ayanami:"Our chances are low, but I will follow the commander until the end."

Laffey:"Laffey will too...zzz..."

Z23:"Jeez...well, if that's what the commander wants, then that's what we'll do."

Takeo:"I'm sure you all will give it your best, and that's more than I can ask for."

*Takeo headpats Javelin and Z23, then he headpatted Ayanami and Laffey.*

Takeo:"Thank you so much, girls."

*They spent the rest of the day hanging out, until it was time for bed*

Takeo:"Alright, goodnight girls."

Javelin, Ayanami, and Z23:"Goodnight commander!"

Laffey:"Zzz..."

*The girls left Takeo's dorm, and Takeo got a little worried*

Takeo(mind):Where's Dido? She didn't come back at all today. I hope she's alright.

*Takeo took one last trip to his office, and he found a note on his desk*

Takeo(mind):'Dear master, I'm going to the Royal Navy to prepare my majesty for the battle. I'm terribly sorry for this, but I must put the Queen first. No matter how much I wish I was there, your majesty won't let me leave until everything has been prepared. Once again, I'm deeply sorry.
From Dido.'

Takeo:"Well, I guess it can't be helped."

Takeo(mind):What is QE doing to prepare though? The battle isn't even going to be near their region.

Takeo:"Oh well, I guess I'm going to be alone tonight."

*Takeo heard someone knocking on his door*

Takeo(mind):Oh, thank god! I'm not going to be alone!

*Takeo rushes to the door, and he immediately gets hugged*

Takeo(mind):Hmm...I wonder who this could be...

Atago:"Did you miss me commander? Your big sis has come to visit you."

Takeo:"A-Atago, welcome..."

Takao:"She's not the only one visiting though."

Takeo:"What's up...oh no."

*Takeo sees a whole lot of shipgirls from the Sakura Empire outside his door. Just the mere sight of all the ships made his jaw drop*

Takao:"We all left the Sakura Empire because we are working with you now, not for Akagi."

Takeo:"O-Ok, but how do you expect to fit everyone in one room?"

Atago:"We just thought you could figure it out, for your big sis."

Takao:"If you don't have enough room, I'm afraid that we'll have to spend the night outside."

Takeo(mind):Damn, I can't let them sleep outside. I need to think of a sleeping arrangement.

Takeo:"Oh yeah, we have an entire dormitory that's completely empty, except for my starters' room. You girls can just figure out your own arrangement from there."

Atago:"Aw man, your big sis really wanted to sleep in your dorm, commander."

Takeo:"Alright, fine. If you want to spend the night in my dorm you can, but I can only have up to 10 ships in the room.

*Most of the shipgirls left, there were exactly 10 ships left who wanted to sleep with Takeo in his dorm*

Takeo:"Alright, who do you we have left over."

*Takeo saw Taihou within the group, and instantly made her go to the dormitory. With that, 9 ships decide to stay with Takeo*

Takeo:"Ok, we have Atago, Takao, Shoukaku, Zuikaku, Yukikaze, Yuudachi, Shigure, Fusou, and Yamashiro. That's 9 ships."

Atago:"Indeed, big sis would love to sleep with you, commander."

Takeo:"Just please don't suffocate me, please."

Shigure:"I-It's not like we want to sleep with the commander, his room will probably be more comfy than the dormitory."

Yukikaze:"You should be thankful to have Yukikaze the great sleep in the same room as you."

Takeo:"Yeah, yeah. Thank you very much..."

Yamashiro:"I hope we sleep well tonight, milord."

Fusou:"If Yamashiro's happy, I'm happy."

Shoukaku:"We should go to sleep now. That'll give us energy for the battle."

Zuikaku:"Agreed."

Takao:"I just hope that Atago doesn't spoil the commander too much."

Takeo:"Why would you think I'll be spoiled?"

*Takao glares at Takeo, who's laying his head on Atago's lap*

Takao:"Ok then..."

*All the shipgirls take a shower, and then Takeo takes his shower. They all sleep on the ground, while Takeo sleeps in his bed*

Takeo:"...Ugh...I'm gonna feel bad if I just let you girls sleep on the floor."

Atago, Takao, Shoukaku, Zuikaku, Yukikaze, Yuudachi, Shigure, Fusou, and Yamashiro: "Huh?"

*Takeo moves himself on his bed, and lets all the girls sleep on the bed*

Takeo(mind):Man, this is going to be very cramped.

*Atago hugs Takeo in her sleep, and he looks to see everyone else fast asleep*

Takeo(mind):I guess this is when I have to get serious about fighting the Sirens now. Oh well, traveling across the regions was a lot of fun at least.

*Takeo falls asleep in Atago's arms*

Narrator:Takeo must cherish this while it still lasts, because next time he's going to have to fight against the Sirens. Stay tuned for that.

Hey bros, it's me, the author. Oh boy, I'm gonna do it. We are now already approaching the endgame now. If it seems like I'm rushing it a bit...it's because I am. I just want to finish this story so I can work on other ones, but that doesn't mean that I'm going to make it have a bad ending. Get ready everyone, because this is where we get serious! Oh, and here's the meme of the chapter:

I'll see you guys next time!