CHAPTER 8 - FIRST OPERATION (4)

The first cell in Azur Lane is already defeated by Kay. The intruder and the creature that doesn't belong here, just shouldn't be here. That's why there's Kay here.

To fix the problem, to solve the task, and to eliminate these creatures. However, four of them are still wandering around here. At that moment, the newborn has already created a massive problem for this world, and what about the other "cells." It could have caused an outcry.

At first, Kay wants to kill "The Cell" in silence without anyone realising the present of these creatures. But now, it's unlikely. In particular, Zuikaku and Shoukaku have already met this cell.

Kay's really tired. More problems come directly to him without having managed to think about it. He can only hope that he can solve this problem without sacrifices and casualties.

Kay is also carrying Zuikaku liked a bride-style. He's very thankful that he's managed to kill "The Cell" that quickly. 'He rubbed Zuikaku hair and relieved a sigh. She was unconscious because she was severely injured.

"Let me give you a first aid," Kay said. He's going to take out the serum and attempt to inject it into Zuikaku. Nonetheless, he stops halfway.

"Is it okay for me to inject her first? "Asks Kay. "Well, they 're human, so I don't really think that's going to cause any problems. He's going to give first aid to Zuikaku. Bandages her wounds to ease the pain.

"Alright, I hope this is meant to do the job," Kay said. "Let me take you back to the surface."

Kay is looking at his surroundings. The cave is still intact, so it may be a challenge for them. He's got to take Zuikaku with him in particular.

"This could be a problem," Kay said. "We 're all underwater and far from the surface. First, let me double check before I move on".

Kay steps his right foot, activates the element. There is a lightning shock wave, analyzing the cave. As he investigates the area, he picks his sword, which still clings to the ground.

The loud roars can be heard as it echo in the cave. Kay is ready to pick another fight, as he knew it was his target, "The Cell."

"Where am I now? "In a weak voice, Zuikaku asked. The loud roars are likely to wake her up. She was already been carrying by Kay, but she was less aware of it.

The loud roar get louder and louder as it close the distances between Kay and the "Cell." A few seconds later, it was seen in front of Kay and Zuikaku.

A giant black serpent.

The "Cell" staring at Kay remains silent as it watches its prey. Kay is also silent as he's ready to fight "The Cell." And yet "The Cell" did something else that Kay could not figure out.

Bammm ... Bammm ... Baamm.

The black serpent crushing the cave, weakening its structure, and causing the cave to collapse as many rocks and rabbles fell.

"You 're kidding me! "Kay said that. He almost lost his balance when the cave was about to be destroyed. He activates his element as he attempts to destroy the serpent.

The serpent ran away after trying to destroy the cave, as its knew it could not defeat Kay right now. Or is it the instinct of the animal? But right now, that's not the problem.

"Come here, you dumb cell," Kay shouted. "It 's certainly a really smart cell. There's no way a newborn would do that.

"First, I need to get away. This cave can't hold any longer.

He 's looking at Zuikaku as she's really confused right now. He may be able to get away quickly if he's alone. There is no way, however, that he will leave Zuikaku behind.

Kay embraces Zuikaku, leaving her embarrassed.

"Hold tight, Zuikaku," Kay said. "We've got to get away as soon as we can."

As he finished his sentences, he raised his sword to the sky and activated his element. Its element is capable of moving as quickly as lightning in a short time of less than seconds. He still has to be cautious since Zuikaku is still injured.

Zaappp.....

Lightning has created a hole above Kay. Slowly, the seawater flows out of the hole. Kay's attacks make the cave more unstable, so he doesn't want to waste any more time. He's activates his lightning on and jumping into the crack.

Hoping both of them is going to get away from here in a piece.

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A couple of minutes earlier,

"Our commander has taken too long," Enterprise said. "I think we're better off heading back to Azur Lane, Belfast".

It's been an hour since Kay's dive into the water, and he's still not coming out. Belfast and Enterprise are scared if something happens to their commander.

"How about we 're waiting a little longer. I'm sure he'll be back soon, "said Belfast. "The girl is still here, not to mention. We can't let her know that our commander is still not coming back.

"Sigh, you've got a point," said Enterprise. "Let's just wait a bit ..."

Zapppp...........

Suddenly a lightning beam emerges from the bottom of the sea. Shocking all of them, as they didn't expect a sudden beam to come from there. Luckily, no one is hit by the lightning beam.

"What was it? ",Enterprise asked.

"Perhaps it's Master," Belfast said. "Only Master can do that lightning ability in particular."

Belfast and Enterprise are getting closer to the place where the lightning beam appears, hoping that Kay will come from there.

A few seconds later, Kay eventually came from there to surprise the girls as he was carrying someone with him. He's still in the middle of the air and land to ship like an aircraft carrier. It's the fifth carrier division, Shoukaku.

It's the only ideal place for him to land because he doesn't have much energy left. He managed to get away with Zuikaku for just a few seconds. He stabs his sword on the surface of the ship, trying to rest a little.

As Kay suddenly lands on Shoukaku 's ship, she might be surprised.

"What are you.....wait you are that man!!", said Shoukaku. She met him at the beginning. She looks at Kay as if he was carrying a girl with him.

She moves in tears as she saw the girl. She's closing her mouth. She can't believe it because she saw Zuikaku still alive after the tragedy.

She's coming closer and closer, but slowly.

"Zuikaku ...." Shoukaku said as she cried. She looks at a girl who has the same looks as her little sister. It 's certainly Zuikaku.

As she gets closer, Kay is pointing his sword at Shoukaku. He 's looking at her.

"Who are you there? "Asks Kay. He was still pointing his sword at her, leaving Shoukaku stunned and shocked. She 's getting unsure.

"I am her sister," Shoukaku responded. "My name is Shoukaku, the fifth carrier division of the Sakura Empire.

She responded calmly to Kay 's question. She's also wary of Kay, because her little sister is also with him.

"What happen here? "Asks Kay.

Shoukaku is reluctant to answer his question, but she's giving priority to her little sister right now.

"The forces of the Sakura Empire have been defeated and have us return to our home," Shoukaku said. "Zuikaku and I have been ordered to remain here to act as a bait to buy some time."

"Zuikaku sacrifices herself by pushing me to get away from here. So as you can see, I've come here to find her, and I've already found her".

Shoukaku bows at Kay, she knew she may have asked him a something big, but she doesn't care. So long as her little sister is safe, she 's going to do anything.

"So, I beg of you. Please let me meet my sister, "Shoukaku pleaded as she cried.

"Did you seen that? "Asks Kay. "The creature that is attacking you and Zuikaku."

"Yes, just Zuikaku and I have seen it," Shoukaku said.

Kay in deep thought. It's better for him to silence them, but that's the worst idea he can think of. They 're all innocent girls who get caught up in "The Cell." Silence does not make them any different. However, It's always troubling for him when they telling their leader about this.

"I have a proposal for you, Shoukaku," Kay said. "Tell no one about this."

"What if I told them? "Asks Shoukaku.

Kay's sword is aimed at Zuikaku, leaving Shoukaku shocked and afraid.

"Yes, I'm not going to tell anyone about this. So please don't hurt my sister, "Shoukaku asked. She closed her eyes as she was terrified that Kay could hurt Zuikaku.

"Tell your leaders this is my doing," Kay said. "Do you understand that?

"Yes," Shoukaku said, as she responded immediately.

"Then, this girl is yours," Kay said.

Shoukaku is opening her eyes. She can't believe it because Kay 's going to let them go easily. Usually, they will be captured or, worst of all, forced to betray the Sakura Empire.

Shoukaku is taking Zuikaku from Kay. Looks like she's still unconscious, but her wounds have already been treated. So, it's not going to cause any problems.

"That's it? "Asks Shoukaku. "You don't want us to be captured?

Kay smiled at Shoukaku and proceeded to rub her head.

"All of you are still suffering too much," Kay said. "someone else probably won't realize it, but my eyes will reveal the truth."

"You are such brave girls. Everyone is going to run away, but all of you choose to stay and come here. So, both of you deserve it.

Shoukaku is embracing Zuikaku. She's still crying and still in tears after hearing that. At least, there is a person who will notices and acknowledges them.

"Thank you," Shoukaku said.

"You 're welcome, Shoukaku," Kay said.

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"Are you okay, Master? "Ask Belfast. She's been to this ship as soon as she can with Enterprise. After they managed to get on the ship, they saw Kay and Zuikaku and Shoukaku.

Shoukaku, Enterprise and Belfast are still suspicious of each other. Considering that they're enemies, it's no longer strange.

"See, I told you that. My master is going to bring her back, "said Belfast proudly.

"Give me a break, Belfast," Kay said. Then both of them chuckled at each other. Before Belfast noticed something at Kay.

"Master! Your arm is bleeding, "said Belfast, pointing a finger at Kay 's arm.

Kay is staring at his arms. Apparently, his left arm is bleeding as his cape that changes to red. It's the same color as blood.

"This is nothing," Kay said. "This kind of injury is quite common to me. Just let it be, and it'll heal itself.

"No! No! ",Belfast said. "We need to go back to the base and ask Vestal to take care of your wound."

Kay already knew Belfast was quite persistent in this matter. So, he's already giving up and ready to go back to Azur Lane.

Belfast is taking Kay's right arm, blocking him from running away from her. Her face looks a little mad at Kay.

"Well, you win ,Belfast," Kay said. "Let's go back to the base first."

"But, in spite of that,"

Kay wants to meet Shoukaku before he decides to leave. Before Belfast and Enterprise are on the ship. He asks her to stay with Zuikaku at Azur Lane. At least, they're going to be treated as friendly here, compared to the Sakura Empire. Shoukaku, however, rejected the proposal.

"Are you sure you don't want to stay here? "Asks Kay. His proposal makes Enterprise against that idea, but Belfast prevents it from interfering.

"We still have duties at Sakura Empire," Shoukaku said. "Your idea is really interesting, but I have a better understanding of it."

"What do you mean by that? "Asks Kay.

Shoukaku grinned at Kay, indicating that she had a plot to ruin Kaga and Akagi's plans. To be honest, this could be a opportunity for her and Zuikaku to take revenge.

"My body and soul belong to you, Shikikan," Shoukaku said. "I have always been in debt with you since you've already given us miracles. My little sister is going to be very grateful to you when she wakes up soon.

Enterprise and Belfast were surprised to hear Shoukaku's oath. They 're both getting embarrassed as red as tomatoes. Then, Shoukaku pull Kay as close as possible to her body. Her mouth appears to have said something.

"What are you going to do with my master, Shoukaku? "Ask Belfast as she attempts to take her master back from Shoukaku.

Shoukaku is smiling at Belfast as she won something, leaving Belfast a little bit furious.

A few minutes later, her ship went out of sight as she returned to the Sakura Empire with Zuikaku. Kay in deep thinking as he tries to grasp Shoukaku 's message, he's too concentrated as he ignoring Belfast and Enterprise.

Poke.....poke....poke.....

Belfast poking Kay 's face as if he's been ignoring them for too long. She's just in a bad mood right now, as she was pouted at Kay.

"Did the girls of the Sakura Empire pick your interest, Master? "Ask Belfast.

Kay did not answer Belfast 's question as soon as he tried to prevent any trouble that Belfast could be upset with.

"They definitely pick my interest , particularly that girl, Shoukaku told me something interesting," Kay said.

"What do you mean by that, Commander? ",Enterprise asked.

"Well, it looks like we're going to have a little adventure next time," Kay said.