System's POV

384  Not In The Same Page Anymore

It took the Naval Fleet two days to travel from the Southeast Region of the Rigel Continent, all the way up to its Northern Regions.

They could have arrived faster if they wanted, but Thirteen told Arthur, and Michael that they shouldn't hurry to return to the Dvalinn Federation's Headquarters.

He had a reason for doing this, and that was to keep Wendell, and Renz on their toes. The longer they wait, the more impatient the other Factions would become.

Thirteen wanted to raise the tension a bit, so that the grand reveal would be better. Currently, speculations were buzzing among certain circles in the world. But, since there was no clarification from a Monarch stating that the monster corpse that Zion Leventis had showed everyone really belonged to Evuvug, everyone was waiting for the news with bated breaths.

The Monarch Clans, the Prestigious Families, as well as the other Factions in the world, were keeping in touch with their spies in the 69th Battalion.

At the same time that Wendell had confirmed that it was indeed Evuvug that Zion had presented, the news would spread instantly to every corner of the world.

This would elevate the teenage boy's standing among his peers, and would cement his legend.

Everyone had heard the stories about his participation in the battle of the Valbarra and Arcadia Archipelago.

But, in the end, there were still many skeptics that said that this was just the Leventis' family's propaganda.

However, this time it was different.

Although Zion wasn't fighting against Rank 9 Monsters, or a Majin Prince, and Princess, everyone would have no choice but to acknowledge that he had achieved something that no Rookie would be able to accomplish.

It was none other than defeating the Brain Beetle Evuvug, which even the Monarchs hadn't done since the Rigel Continent had been taken over by the Jinns, an Majins.

While everyone was waiting for any news from the Dvalinn Federation, Thirteen was busy performing the regular check up for Viola, Sharon, and Louise. He was making sure that the special serum that he had injected in their bodies would not pose a threat to their health, and have any bad side effects.

"Good, how are you girls feeling?" Thirteen asked as he finished collecting the data he needed.

"Never felt this good in my life," Viola replied. "I feel so much stronger as well," Sharon commented. "Are you sure that we are still human? I thought that you would turn us into cyborgs."

"My mind is clear, and my senses are sharper than ever before," Louise stated. "Also, my speed, dexterity, and reaction time had doubled since taking the serum."

Thirteen smiled after hearing that the three Valkyries were feeling fine.

"Just remember to not tell this to anyone," Thirteen said in a solemn tone. "I have tweaked your genetics, and all of you have stopped becoming ordinary Wanderers.

"Right now, you can be referred to as Super Humans because I have removed the limiter that binds your strength. To give you an analogy, our body becomes stronger whenever we encounter a fight or flight scenario.

"Currently, your current strength is in that 'Fight or Flight Mode' for ordinary humans. But, because you have now become Super Humans, that strength you possess can still increase, doubling, and even tripling your body's performance for a short period of time.

"It's similar to Berserk Abilities. The only difference is that there are no repercussions, or weakness, once the adrenaline rush disappears. Also, you don't have to worry about medical checkups from the Central Government. "They won't' find anything unusual in your blood, cells, and tissue samples. Just be careful when you're sparring with others because you might accidentally give them serious injuries because all of you still haven't mastered your current strength."

Viola, who had been listening to the boy, suddenly said something that the teenage boy wasn't expecting.

"Can I transfer to the 69th Battalion?" Viola asked. "Although I still want to stay with the Valkyries, I feel like I can grow stronger when I'm with you, Zion."

"Me too!" Sharon lightly patted Thirteen's head. "If you let me join your battalion, I can give you shoulder massages everyday?" n/ô/vel/b//jn dot c//om

"Me three," Louise stated. "I'm not good at shoulder massages, but I'm a good cook. I will definitely prepare healthy meals for you."

Thirteen chuckled because although he didn't mind accepting Viola's request, he didn't plan on doing it at this point in time.

"Thank you for your trust, but for now, I want the three of you to stay with the Valkyries," Thirteen said firmly. "The Valkyries had lost their combat power, and I want the three of you to fill that gap.

"Also, I want you to keep me informed of any gossip, or news that you come across in your division."

Viola arched an eyebrow as he gazed at the teenage boy, who had allowed her to redeem herself.

"You want us to be your spies?" Viola asked. "Spies in the Valkyrie Division?"

Sharon and Louise frowned because they didn't like the sound of that. They like Zion, and appreciated the things he did for them, but spying on their own division made them feel as if they were betraying their sisters.

"Don't get me wrong, I plan to work with the Valkyries as much as possible," Thirteen stated. "But, the thing is, I don't know what you guys will be doing in the future. It is my way to keep in touch, so that I will be updated on the recent happenings in your division.

"If ever you guys are encountering a difficulty that will be hard for any of you to solve, I will do my best to help you solve this problem."

Viola crossed her arms over her chest. "Is that the real reason? Are you sure you don't have a hidden agenda?"

"A hidden agenda? Of course I have a hidden agenda," Thirteen replied. "Information is power. I am only one person, and the things I can do are limited.

"But, if I can have several eyes, and ears, who are always on the lookout for any scraps of information that might prove useful to me, I am willing to take it.

"Of course, I also plan to ask the three of you a favor, and that is to make sure that Shana will remain safe from harm."

The three ladies exchanged knowing glances before smiling at the teenage boy, whom they believed was also aiming for the Saintess' affection, just like every young man in Pangea.

"So, you like Shana, huh?" Viola gave Zion a mischievous smile, as if telling him that she finally understood why he wanted them to give him updates of what was happening in the Valkyrie Division."

"Like Shana?" Thirteen blinked. "Well, I guess I like her. She is Rianna's sister, so there is no reason for me to dislike her."

"Oh you~" Sharon smirked before patting Thirteen's shoulder. "So, you want us to be your wingmen huh? Although you can't go past the Rookie Rank, I'm sure that Shana won't look down on you because of it."

"Indeed." Louise nodded her head in agreement. "I mean, even Monarchs weren't able to accomplish the things that you did, so your Rank will not hinder you from becoming close with her."

Thirteen, who was probably the smartest person in Pangea, tilted his head in confusion because he felt like the three ladies, and him, weren't on the same page anymore. But, since the three of them now seemed to be more enthusiastic in helping him monitor the movements of the Saintess, he decided to just let them think whatever they wanted to think.

"Mmm, make sure to keep tabs on anyone approaching her," Thirteen stated. "If you find anyone suspicious, no matter who it is, no matter who their background is, don't hesitate to tell me. Do I make myself clear?"

"""Yes~"""

After their talk ended, the three Valkyries returned to where their sisters were currently at, and took turns in monitoring Shana's movements. Since they had all approved of Zion as Shana's potential suitor, they were making sure that no pesky flies would come near her.

Their only concern is the leader of the Hero Party, whom many believed was only waiting for the right moment to confess to the Saintess, and make her his partner.