Chapter 593: Enemy Attack

Dark clouds blanketed the sea surface, a violent sea wind hung over it, the waves were no longer the usual calm, and at this moment its power was revealed.

Waves followed one after another, and amidst the surging tide, a figure flickered in and out of view on the sea surface.

"Eh, another storm, this weather is terrible. Or should I go back? … Well, never mind, those two people at the outpost have no fun at all; going back would be worse than staying out here on the sea."

Although facing the violent wind and terrifying waves, this figure chose to be completely indifferent, and all the waves, when approaching her, were automatically split to either side.

"But, is this place very close to where that person is?"

Having said that quietly, the figure suddenly burst out laughing.

"Someone who can face Observers and Testers like that, a commander who isn't timid is really interesting. Why not go play in his Gangqu? Anyway, there's still some time before the operation."

That person also muttered to himself on the sea surface, then decided, flew—yes, he charged through the tumultuous waves toward a direction…

Inside the Guandao base.

At this moment, Qin Ge sneezed hard in the office.

"Why did I sneeze? Could someone be thinking of me?" Qin Ge sniffed and said involuntarily.

"Are you catching a cold, Commander?" Ou ruo la, standing beside him, said to Qin Ge with a smile, "Or later during the patrol, let's go see the Stove Goddess; today's temperature is low, and the wind is also strong, so there's likely a sign of rain. If the Commander catches a cold and sneezes, that would actually be normal."

Qin Ge shook his head, "It's fine, I just sneezed; my body is fine."

"That won't do, Commander, you are the pillar of our Fleet, so your health is a key we must pay attention to. Moreover, today there is a very obvious drop in temperature; this morning the Commander insisted on finishing his run, so it's very likely he caught a cold then."

"Therefore, to prevent the cold from worsening, we must give you a thorough check-up." Ou ruo la said solemnly.

Qin Ge opened his mouth to say something, but seeing Ou ruo la's concerned eyes, he involuntarily turned his intended refusal into, "Alright."

Hearing Qin Ge agree, Ou ruo la naturally beamed with joy, "Have we finished the morning's work? Otherwise, Commander, shall we go now?"

"Not yet, I still have two documents here, but it'll be quick; wait a moment, after I finish approving them we'll go together." Qin Ge said to Ou ruo la.

"Yes."

Approving the two documents took very little time; about ten minutes later, Qin Ge set down his pen, handed the documents to Ou ruo la to file, and then left the office together with her, heading to the Stove Goddess.

Because the Gangqu's logistics are now entirely handled by the Stove Goddess, her workplace is located in the Gangqu's warehouse, and next to the warehouse is a clinic.

Qin Ge and Ou ruo la went straight to the clinic; the door was open, obviously the Stove Goddess was inside.

"Stove Goddess." As Qin Ge entered, he saw the Stove Goddess leaning over the desk writing something, and he raised his hand to greet her.

The busy Stove Goddess lifted her head, saw Qin Ge and Ou ruo la, then smiled and stood up, "Commander and Miss Ou ruo la, are you on patrol now?"

"We are on patrol, but this morning the Commander sneezed; although he says he's fine, I think we should come see you for a check-up, after all, the Commander's health cannot be taken lightly." Ou ruo la said to the Stove Goddess.

"What Miss Ou ruo la says is indeed true; the Commander has grown accustomed to being careless when alone, so this habit must be corrected, and we must pay close attention to his health." The Stove Goddess agreed.

Qin Ge rolled his eyes, "I insist on daily exercise, and my body is absolutely fine; didn't you check me before?"

"Commander, the previous check was just that; it doesn't mean you're perfectly healthy now. If possible, round-the-clock care would put our minds at ease."

"After all, when I was with Enterprise before, that's how we treated her." The Stove Goddess smiled.

"No need for round-the-clock care; that would be too much trouble for you." Qin Ge quickly waved his hand, sat down in front of the Stove Goddess, and said, "Let's do the check-up."

"Hehe~" The Stove Goddess and Ou ruo la chuckled lightly, then began checking Qin Ge.

After a series of checks, the Stove Goddess nodded reassuringly, "Hmm, the Commander's current health is good; keep it up."

Qin Ge let out a relieved sigh, "See, I told you I know my own body; a sneeze is nothing, yet Chong qing keeps saying I've caught a cold."

"Even if it's nothing, we still need to check to be sure, right, Commander?" Ou ruo la said.

"Yes, Chong qing, you're the most responsible." Qin Ge quickly replied.

"Hehe, but even so, Commander, don't be careless; the weather these two days has been abnormal, so always pay attention to your health."

"If you feel any discomfort, come see me anytime. Or you can send someone to fetch me; I'm available 24/7." The Stove Goddess said to Qin Ge.

Qin Ge quickly nodded, "Got it, but I'll try to pay attention to my health."

"Hehe~"

After saying goodbye to the Stove Goddess, Qin Ge and Ou ruo la left the clinic, facing the growing sea wind, and Ou ruo la's brows furrowed.

"Commander, the wind is getting stronger; for the later patrol, I can go alone, so you should hurry back to the dormitory." Ou ruo la said to Qin Ge.

Qin Ge shook his head, "No problem, we've seen winds like this before; let's go together, there's not much left to patrol, we'll finish soon and head back together."

Seeing Qin Ge so insistent, Ou ruo la had no choice but to nod. She knew the Commander's temperament; usually when he insists on other matters he might back down, but when faced with important business he has a very firm mindset.

"Alright, then Commander, take my hand; if the wind gets too strong later, I can activate Cube's power to protect you." Ou ruo la said.

"Good."

Qin Ge agreed immediately, and the two held hands, heading together toward other parts of the Gangqu.

The research area, amusement park, office area, dormitory area, lighthouse, etc., were quickly checked; finally Qin Ge and Ou ruo la came together to the vicinity of the Gangqu's port.

"Alright, everything here is completely normal." After saying that, Ou ruo la looked up at the sky, "It's about to rain; Commander, hurry back to the dormitory together."

"Hmm." Qin Ge had just nodded when a piercing sound suddenly rang out in the Gangqu's air.

Qin Ge froze for a second, then blurted out, "Enemy attack!"