Enterprise's Flashback...

Yorktown: Look at that, the ocean is so lovely today.

Enterprise: I've never felt any form of beauty when looking at it. From the moment we're born, the ocean was a place for war, and there's nothing lovely about that.

HCM (Nick): And yet... there's opportunities and wealth within it...

Enterprise: Besides, the ocean is the place where...

Yorktown turns to Enterprise.

Yorktown: What you're thinking is wrong.

Enterprise was confused about her thinking is wrong by Yorktown.

Yorktown: You seems to forget, darling sister. That we're not humans. We're ships in human forms, therefore the seas is a part of us. It is engraved, deep within our souls.

She took Enterprise's hand and lifted it little.

Yorktown: I have faith that one day, you'll remember. So many people have placed their trust in your name. May Azur Lane be blessed, and especially you, Enterprise. My dear little sister...

Now...

Zuikaku retreated a bit, looked at the fallen Vietnemese Battlecrusier, Cleveland and Javelin are trying to help him...

Cleveland: NICK! Come on! You can do this!!!

HCM (Nick): ... *Unresponsive*

Shoukaku: Sweet-kaku!

The other Hellcats were intercepted and destroyed by Eugen. Enterprise, was still looking at the fallen Nick.

Belfast: Don't worry Enterprise, I can tell that he's alive... For now, at least...

Shoukaku: Are you hurt?

Zuikaku: A Maid!? Is this some kind of joke!? How did that lunatic managed to save her!?

Prinz Eugen: I assure you it is not. This is Belfast, ze second ship of ze Edinburgh class of Light Cruisers from Royal Navy. Und despite her looks zhe is ztill a legendary warrior of the seas, do not underestimate her, especially the one whom you've just slashed, Zui. 

Belfast: Thank you, Prinz Eugen of Ironblood. Always a pleasure to cross paths with you. But though, I did not expect the two of us to be meeting on this journey.

Prinz Eugen: Neither did I. Although, the very male battlecruiser is, VPNS HQ-486 Hồ Chí Minh, he vas once named, Admiral Nakhimov. A Veteran despite few battles, From ze Cold War to his demise of the Second Sino-Vietnamese War, where he made his ultimate sacrifice for his allied fleet to sink the Shandong.

This caused, Nick to chuckles, despite his minor PTSD, to him. His sacrifice for his friend and his country was a noble one. Other Shipgirls, except Eugen and Belfast, were shocked that he's still holding on. He's on a crouching position.

Arizona: How did you!?

HCM (Nick): I'm flattered, Eugen. *coughs* I've never known that your were a historian, despite your choices of clothing, and I have to *coughs* get some new ones... We Russians, can't die easily...

Prinz Eugen: Oh?~ Are you flirting me, Nick?~ Although, it would be good to settle our grudges avay from Ironblood and the Royal Navy.

Nick notice the five ships of the Royal Navy, and another... modern Battlecruiser.

HCM (Nick): Hold on... Another Battlecruiser in the modern times?

Belfast: *smiles* I make no objections to both of your flatteries and your proposal.

Both the crane sisters notice six ships and an another one like Nick's.

Shoukaku: Isn't that...

Belfast: However, I should remind you, that we never battle at less than full force.

Three Royal Navy Battleships, Warspite, Hood and Queen Elizabeth, with two light cruisers, Edinburgh and Sheffield, and the Modern Battlecruiser...

Enterprise: It's the main Royal Navy fleet, and who's-

HCM (Nick): Don't tell me, that's my Little Sister, Velikiy!? WHAT THE HELL, BELFAST!?

Zuikaku: His what!?

Shoukaku: He has a sister?

Cleveland: Wow... She looks... Impressive.

Belfast: Hard to say this, but, yes, Nick. It is your little sister. *turns to Eugen* Well then, let us know when you've made your decision.

Prinz Eugen: I suppose it's best to quit, vhile ve're ahead.

Z-23/Nimi: VHAT DID I SAY!? UND NOW I EXPECT APOLOGIES FROM EVERYONE OF YOU WHO DID NOT TAKE MY VARNING SERIOUSLY!!!

Nick laugh a little at Nimi's pissed off rant. Laffey was still trying to stop from falling asleep, with that, Nimi left with a angered attitude. Ayanami followed suit...

Laffey: Ayanami.

Ayanami turns to look at Laffey.

Laffey: Bye bye, see you later.

Ayanami shyly sailed away, Eugen landed on a SIREN Mass ship, blowing a kiss to Nick.

Prinz Eugen: Auf Wiedersehen, Azur Lane, especially, you, Nick.~

The other's looked at them leaving, while Nick...

HCM (Nick): До свидания, Eugen.

HCM (Nick): Oh boy... I think I'm in love with an enemy...

On a sailing away, Sakura Carrier...

Zuikaku: This isn't over, Grey Ghost! Do you hear me!

At the same moment... Enterprise collaped, while Nick, again fallen to his blood loss. Belfast was able to catch Enterprise, But Nick, falls back to the seas.

Belfast: What's going on, you two!?

???: Большой Брат Ник!!! "Big Brother Nick!!!"

Cleveland: Someone rescue him!!!

Later...

They were able to save Nick, and carried him and the others back to the base. The Shipgirls on base was horrified of Nick's condition and were carried to the Medical Ward.

At Enterprise's Dorm...

Enterprise: That's right... he saved my life, just in time in that battle. I wish I could thank him... Sorry for your trouble.

Belfast: I'm grateful that you weren't seriously harmed... Although, the same could not be said to Nick...

Enterprise could only sighed, took some of the ration bars and left her dorm. Belfast followed.

Belfast: Miss, perhaps you should take a little more rest.

Enterprise: Slight injuries are commonplace in wartime.

Velikiy: You'll be prone to infection, if you're not careful.

Belfast: You were in grave danger, miss.

Enterprise: I understand, and thank you for you assistance.

She opened the door to the outside.

Belfast: Why don't you at least have breakfast?

Enterprise: No thanks, I've brought my own.

She then left. Belfast could only sighed.

At the cafeteria...

Velikiy and Nick was now in the cafeteria, Nick was able to recover quickly, but the pain still endures, hence, he's on a wheelchair, helped by Velikiy. Velikiy was noticed by other shipgirls.

Repulse: Hey! It's her!

Renown: Huh? Oh. Nick's little sister.

Cygnet: Eh? Why's Nick in here?

Saratoga: Wha-!? Aren't he supposed to be in the Medical Ward!?

HCM (Nick): I'll be fine... for now...

Velikiy: Stop being so stubborn, Big Brother!!! 

HCM (Nick): Calm down...

Meanwhile... Laffey was eating a burger, while Javelin a sandwich.

Laffey: You're not eating.

Javelin: Wha? I'm about to, sorry, I was thinking about something.

Javelin was thinking about Laffey, saying goodbye to Ayanami.

Javelin: Hey Laffey, why did you... erm... nevermind.

At the other side, Nick and Velikiy are... Let's just say... this.

Hammann: HOW ARE YOU EVEN ALIVE!? SHE GOT YOU AT YOUR CHEST!!! THE X-RAY SHOWS IT GOT FRACURED!!!

HCM (Nick): My combat vest... It was able to reduce the damage of it, preventing it from her fatal blow... 

San Diego: That's Impossible! You could've died!

Velikiy: Oy vey... Just when we're about to eat in peace...

HCM (Nick): *sighs* Same here...

Belfast: Although, Nick. It seems you and Eugen were somewhat friendly to each other... Is it that... she likes you?

Nick blushed... and...

HCM (Nick): W-Who knows... W-We might have something... i-i-in c-common...

For Enterprise...

She was eating her ration bars alone, while looking at the sad display of her ship.

While in a car...

London was driving the car with Wales and Illustrious, inside.

Wales: They didn't just protect our base, they rescued Hornet's fleet as well. There can be no doubt of their extreme power. 

Illustrious: Indeed, but some of our fears were realized as well. We're fortunate that Nick saved Enterprise in time. If only he were able to stop the threat.

Wales: What are you saying? You're concerned for him?

She nodded.

Illustrious: I find myself endeared to him, after he have saved Unicorn, walking through injures after another... I wish if he could've learned from his zealous Commander...

Wales: In that case, we should've a word with her majesty.

Somewhere in the Royal Navy...

Elizabeth: I already know what you want from me.

After she took a bite...

Elizabeth: Isn't this particular that it's him and the Eagle Union's territory? It feels rather inappropriate to assume that we deserve a say in it.

Wales: Right...

Until Unicorn, while feeding the ants...

A/N: Only a good bug, is a dead one! [Would you like to know more?]

Unicorn: But, Nick and Enterprise rescued me. Don't we need someone strong like them on our side?

Illustrious smiled at Unicorn.

Illustrious: Unicorn is right. We'll need their strength, especially in the many battles that'll lie ahead. We mustn't allow them to perish here.

After Hood is finished drinking tea.

Hood: You're determined aren't you? May I ask why?

Illustrious: It's the Holy Light, showing me the way.~ But, we mustn't forget about Nick, though his sister is cautious, he's as reckless as his Commander. We have to make sure he won't make the same mistake, like his Commander.

At the Cafeteria...

HCM (Nick): AAAAAAAAAAAAACHOO!!! Ugh...

Velikiy: What's wrong, Big Brother?

Javelin: What's wrong, Nick?

HCM (Nick): I have a feeling that, I'm not the only Son of Saint Andrew... A Daughter of Saint Andrew, perhaps?

Back to the Meeting...

With that, Hood giggles, Elizabeth was confused, While Warspite.

Warspite: Aren't you always dragging this rubbish again...?

Hood: The last thing I would do if I were you is intuitions like that. It's risky don't you think?

Warspite: ...

Wales: Even if they're viewed as merely fighting forces, Enterprise, Nick and his younger sister Velikiy, they're a key factor for us. which is why we mustn't forget their issues, we cannot ignore them.

Elizabeth: I'd love your perspective on this as well, Warspite.

Warspite: But, I trust in your judgement, your majesty.

Elizabeth: ... Well in that case, I'll leave this judgment up to me! Miss Enterprise, Miss Velikiy and Son of Saint Andrew, let's see what kind of ship you three really are!

Illustrious smiled, while Wales was content.

Elizabeth: Bel?

Belfast: As you wish, your Majesty.

At the Docks...

Vestal has arrived to help with the wounded, as her reports that she have two wounded. Hornet and Hammann came to greet her.

Hornet: Vestal!

She then hugged Vestal.

Hornet: It's about a damn time, that our repair ships showed up! I'm so relieved.

Vestal: I apologize for not being faster...

Hammann: How's their sister, Yorktown doing?

Vestal: She's...

HCM (Nick): So... a first death...

Author: Not yet.

Hornet: So, you're saying everything's exactly as it was.~

Hammann: O-Oh... I see...

Hornet came behind her and...

Hornet: WHOOPS!

Hammann: WHAHHHHHHHH!!! WHY DID YOU DO THAT TO ME!?

HCM (Nick) & Velikiy: HORNET!!! Apologies to her now!!!

Hornet: Hehehe!~

Hammann got distance from Hornet, weeping...

Hornet: She's my big sister, it's fine! It's how we show our love.

HCM (Nick) & Velikiy: НЕ ЧЕРЕЗ МИЛЛИОН ЛЕТ В НАШЕМ МИРЕ!!! "NOT IN A MILLION YEARS IN OUR WORLD!!!"

Hammann just pouted.

Vestal: I wanted to ask you, how's Enterprise is doing lately.

Hornet knew... Enterprise is screwed...

Hornet's Mind: Vestal is not going to like this...

And...

They're now at Enterprise's dock. Nick's Heil have just passed by after a recon mission, with Velikiy pushing the wheelchair for him... Vestal was now not in a good mood after seeing her broken bow...

HCM (Nick): As much as I like to talk... I won't dare to piss her off...

Velikiy: You tell me, Big Brother...

Vestal: How could you do something so reckless!? What's the matter with you!?

Enterprise: You're asking as though if I had a choice.

Vestal: And you!

HCM (Nick): Zzz... Wha-!?

Vestal: Nick, isn't it?

HCM (Nick): Y-Yes...?

Vestal: You're even more reckless than Enterprise! Why did you try to sacrifice yourself to protect her!?

HCM (Nick): *sweatdrops* Well... I... *sighs* I suppose I reacted with instinct... Without thinking twice... I can't believe I got everyone worried...

Vestal: And your weapon only have a minor scratch! Why!?

HCM (Nick): This is an AK... Or to put it simply, An AK-15, an upgraded version of the AK-12.

Vestal: Then what type of weapon is it? A Rifle?

HCM (Nick): Là Súng Trường Tự Động.

Vestal got confused, except Velikiy, as she knew about the weapon, not the language.

HCM (Nick): Ahem, sorry. A habit of mine. I meant, it's an Assault Rifle. Quite accurate as a Rifle, but have a fire rate as the SMG.

VestaL: Huh. Impressive. But, I'll finish with you, later! *Turns back to Enterprise* How many times do I have to remind you to take care of yourself, Enterprise!

Enterprise: The reason for our existence is to fight.

She then leave everyone. Nick could only sighs, Velikiy was staring daggers at her.

HCM (Nick)'s Mind: She's too stubborn to listen...

Velikiy's Mind: Only a foolish American like you, would say that. Бесполезный идиот... "Useless idiot..."

Vestal: Don't walk away from me!

She didn't care.

Vestal: Ugh... You're so annoying!

She then turns to Nick.

Vestal: I'm still not finished with you, Mister!

HCM (Nick): Oh Saint Andrew...

Velikiy: I'll got to go after that idiot... Take care, Big Brother!

After a while...

Velikiy reached to Enterprise.

Velikiy: There you are, you idiot! Don't you think that's rude to talk like that to your friend!?

Enterprise: What do you know, Velikiy? I'm been correct.

Velikiy: Because, you're a no more insane, than my Squad Leader, Admiral Kuznetsov! At least he knows our reason to fight!

Enterprise: That your ex-

Velikiy snapped, as grabbed her collar of her shirt.

Velikiy: NO, YOU STUPID AMERIKANSKI!!! IT'S OUR WILL TO DEFEND THE NATION AND OUR PEOPLE!!! I'VE LOST MY BROTHER BEFORE, AND I WON'T LOSE HIM AGAIN!!! YOU HEAR ME!?

Enterprise could only stay silent and confused.

Enterprise's Mind: She has lost her brother, and she won't lose him again...? Is she worried about Nick? More than me?

Belfast: Ahem.

They both looked at Belfast, Velikiy could only sighed and let her go.

Belfast: Unicorn sent me to your way, she'd like to have a word. May I take you to her?

Enterprise: ...

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