Yokosuka, a military port –

Outside the port area, in order to prevent the invasion of sea fog, it took a long time to erect a protective wall that is very strong by human standards. Pen | fun | pavilion www. ｂｉｑｕｇｅ。 infoIt seems that this reassurance wall is reassuring, some people who have finally moved into the mainland have lived back to the seaside, and people in this country really can't abandon the ocean?

However, this protective wall, which cost a lot of money to build, is still vulnerable in the face of the incoming sea fog fleet.

Two Sea Fog battleships, Kirishima and Haruna, broke through the wall with the most ordinary artillery bombardment and sailed into the harbor, this time they were given the task of sinking the I-401 by the 1st Cruise Fleet of the Oriental side.

In order to ensure the success rate of the mission, the flagship battleship King Kong also sent several warships including the heavy cruiser Maya as support, but only Kirishima and Haruna sailed into the port, because a fleet was not allowed to line up in the port, and even the battleships without a mental model knew that there was a minimum distance for the battleship to sail. (Comic Standard)

Five surface ships and one submarine on the human side counterattacked, but the attack was unable to break through the Klein field.

"Klein force field, 3% usage. "On the battleship Haruna, a mental model with two bundles of long hair tied and wearing an overcoat that does not match the shape of the body calmly analyzes the battle situation.

"I don't understand, why do humans put up useless resistance?" said the mental model of the battleship Kirishima dressed up as a sister, "Let them be quiet." ”

Kirishima sank four battleships lightly, and the remaining one stubbornly brushed a blow, and before they could make up their swords, Kirishima and Haruna were hit by the I-401's torpedoes.

The I-401 then dived down and headed into the harbor.

"Are you going to escape?" Kirishima crouched down and looked at the message displayed on the radar.

"No, it doesn't look like it, and because of the presence of guests of the Second Cruise Fleet, it is impossible to escape to the outer harbor. Haruna said.

Sakura had just sailed the battleship to the inside of Kirishima and Haruna's big hole in the parapet, which was equivalent to blocking the exit, and if there was a submarine to pass through from below, Sakura, which was equipped with some Hyuga weapons, would have enough firepower to bring a huge load to the submarine with a round of saturation fire.

However, Sakura made the same judgment as the crusading fleet, and if she didn't sail into the harbor, she couldn't re-patrol Maya, and it was even more inconvenient to Sakura, who was larger than her.

"Sakura, the battleship Sakura of the Second Cruise Fleet is here?" Haruna sent a message to Sakura.

"Yes, if you want to say why, it's because of the obsession after the defeat of our fleet and the I-401 last time. Misaka Sakura explains here. ”

"Obsession?"

This is the strong feeling of pursuing something after something has happened or a goal has been set, which is probably what it means. Sakura Misaka explained. ”

"Obsession...... I see, classify, record. Haruna has an interest in collecting language, "That is, it's not an order, but an autonomous action of Sakura?"

"Because Hinata was sunk, and now I'm the flagship, so I didn't violate any orders. Sakura Misaka emphasized. ”

"Yes, then, the reason for coming here has something to do with the fact that you are carrying the crew like the I-401?"

"Sa...... In the language I've collected so far, it seems a little hard to express. ”

"Well, Kirishima, give me some time. Haruna looked at Kirishima.

"What's wrong?"

"There's a very interesting question here that I want to talk about. Haruna said calmly.

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Diving Ting I-401——

If you count Iona, there are six crew members here—

Chihaya Group Portrait: Formerly a non-commissioned officer alternate, he now serves as the captain of the I-401. Privately sailed with his companions on the I-401 and carried out a lone wolf attack on the sea fog. Because the results of the battle were recognized, he was entrusted with the task of transporting shock warheads by the vice minister of military affairs.

Kyohei Kashihara: Dark-skinned, wearing goggles, in charge of fire control. Loves watching anime. He is a former non-commissioned officer candidate with the Chihaya group portrait.

Shizuka on August 1: Succeeded Ruri Hibiki as the sonar crew of the I-401 crew, responsible for sonar, sensors, etc.

Monk Oribe: Deputy Captain. It is characterized by logical and common-sense judgments. For special allergies, it is necessary to filter the air and wear a mask that completely covers the face. He is interested in producing written materials such as newsletters and catalogues. He is a former non-commissioned officer candidate with the Chihaya group portrait.

April 1 Iori: The position in charge is the head of the agency, and he is in charge of mechanical affairs such as the repair and maintenance of the ship. He is a former non-commissioned officer candidate with the Chihaya group portrait.

"That's right, it's Kirishima, Haruna, and Sakura that sail into the port. Iona made a judgment.

"Two battleships, a sea attack suppression ship equivalent to an aircraft carrier, I thought I could take a break when I returned to my hometown. Xingping complained, but looking at his unequivocal operation, it showed that he did not mean to slack off.

"Iona, get their attention, try to draw them away. "The group commanded methodically.

"Understood. Iona nodded, the only difference between her appearance and the other two sister submarines was that she was blue.

"What should I do next, I have to try to escape to the ocean first?" asked Kyopei.

"No, try to sink at least one here first. The group portrait said.

"Oh, oh, oh! As soon as you come up, you will have to face three heavyweight warships!" Xingping grinned a little at this "big gamble".

"Oh?" said Iona suddenly without warning.

"What's wrong?" asked the group portrait.

"They're calling me. ”

"Speaking of which, Sakura must have been the same battleship as Hyuga during the last battle with him. The group portrait said.

"Yes, the opportunity was obviously good at that time, and the mental model left the hull by itself, why didn't you take this opportunity to sink it directly?" asked Xingping.

"Since I can have a mental model, I think it's an opportunity. ”

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Concept Communication Space –

It is a Roman-style pavilion surrounded by atmospheric light, with a café and a few chairs in the middle, a space for "concept communication", and although the sea fog warships are in use, and some mental models are still drinking tea or doing something here, no warship understands who made this space.

Sakura and Kirishima were already seated, and Haruna was standing behind Kirishima.

Sakura picked up a cup of black tea, drank it, and asked, "Do you two want it?"

"No, no. Kirishima crossed Jiro's legs, waved his hand, and looked at the other girl who had just walked into the pavilion. She didn't understand what black tea did to weapons.

(To be continued)