Richelieu P.O.V

I was doing the paperwork, with a bored look. I was wondering what is happening with Charles right now. For some reason, he cannot leave my mind. Especially when we came back from Azur Lane. I know deep down he will succeed in his goals, even if it takes some time, but he will bring peace, after all, he is God's envoy.
I was sighing, looking at the pile of paperwork I still have to complete. However, the phone started ringing. I directly took it, wondering who is it.

Richelieu : Bonjour, this is Richelieu. Who am I talking to ?

Charles : Bonjour, Richelieu. How is it going ?

Richelieu : *happy* Oh, it's you Charles. It's been a while and I am great. How was the Sakura Empire visit ?

Charles : Everything was fine until Jean Bart and I discover a dark secret.

A dark secret ? What could they hide ?

Richelieu : *serious* Can I ask you what is it ?

Charles : I'll be blunt, the Sakura Empire are working with the Sirens, and it seems Ironblood is doing the same.

I widen my eyes at the revelation. No wonder how they got those mass-production Siren ships.

Richelieu : From what you said, it seems there's more.

Charles : Yes, they are building a huge ship they dubbed as Project Orochi, to which they will use to resurrect a shipgirl named Amagi. But in my point of view, the Sirens is using them and will use Amagi to destroy humanity.

Richelieu : Those are some grim news. What about Jean Bart ?

Charles : After what she witnessed, she's doubting about what to do next. For now, she will be on low profile with the rest of Vichiya Doninion until they know what to do next.

Richelieu : Très bien. Are you coming back right now ?

Charles : I'm not coming back right now because I have to find treasure meant for me to get improvements for my ship.

Richelieu : Do you need help with that ?

Charles : Merci, but that won't be necessary. Also, it is somewhere near the borders between Iris Orthodoxy and Sardegnia Empire. Too much people could bring their attention and could start a conflict if things go south.

Richelieu : Bonne chance, then.

Charles : Merci. À très vite.*end the call*

I'm processing what Charles told me. I suddenly heard the door opening, seeing Saint Louis entering the room with... more paper work. Why God, why ? Is this a trial to test me ?

Saint Louis : Here is the paper work.

Richelieu : Merci. Could you call everyone from Iris Libre for an emergency meeting ?

Saint Louis : Is there a reason why ?

Richelieu : Yes, Charles gave some important informations concerning Crimson Axis. And about the Project Orochi.

Saint Louis : *widens her eyes* And what about Vichiya Dominion ?

Richelieu : Jean Bart has most likely called them back to brief what happened at Crimson Axis since she saw what Charles saw.

Saint Louis : Très bien. I will tell everyone right away.

As soon as she left, I stood up and leave the room to prepare myself for the meeting.

Jean Bart P.O.V

After I split paths with Charles, I called every Vichiya Dominion girls to our main base to enlighten them about what happened as well as our next course of action. As I got to the harbour, I saw that Dunkerque and Algérie were waiting for me.

Dunkerque : Welcome back, Jean Bart. How was it in Crimson Axis ?

Jean Bart : Pretty bad after what Charles and I saw, which explains why I called back everyone form our faction here.

Algérie : Speaking of him, where is he right now, I thought that he was with you.

Jean Bart : He was with me until we had to split paths. He needed to find an important item that could help him make him stronger. All I know is that what he is searching is not far from our borders with the Sardegnia Empire.

Dunkerque : I see. I take it he will come back when he will find it ?

Jean Bart : Yeah. Anyway, let's go to the meeting. The other girls are surely waiting for the informations I got. Vauquelin, Tartu, hurry up ! We're gonna be late otherwise !

Vauquelin/Tartu : Yes, ma'am.

Algérie : You're right, let us go.

Somewhere near Corsica, 11:57 A.M

Charles P.O.V

After I split paths with Jean Bart, Vauquelin and Tartu, as well as calling Richelieu to give her the news about our trip to Crimson Axis, I sailed towards the place where the treasure should be according to my Admiral. My radar picked a signal, it was a green dot, signifying that I'm getting closer. As I looked precisely where it is located, I could see that it was between Corsica and Sardegnia. If I remember what I've heard, there's a possibility that someone from the Sardegnia Empire could show up, and since they are allied with Crimson Axis, I better get ready.

(Timeskip given to you by Chibi Enterprise, Chibi Alterprise and Chibi Charles about to raid Chibi Ark Royal's dorm where she kept in hostages the Chibi Little Beavers)

Near the borders of Iris Orthodoxy and Sardegnia Empire, between Corsica and Sardegnia, 12:36 P.M

I finally got to the place where the treasure is after I passed time thinking about important questions :

Who are we ?

Why do we exist ?

Why is there no sand in sandwiches ?

Who is the strongest between Shaggy, Chuck Norris and John Wick ?

As I am almost near the treasure, my radar picked something else : another dot, but red this time, and it seems it goes towards my direction. I am getting ready to fight as I started to turn my ship into my riggings.

???1 P.O.V

I was patrolling on the borders between Vichiya Dominion and our Sardegnia Empire. I can't believe that I, Littorio, have lost a bet against Zara. And here I am, patrolling around to make sure there are no Sirens there. I was between Sardegnia and Corsica when my radar picked up something. I looked to the direction it indicates to see a huge Aircraft Carrier I never saw before. I don't remember anyone from any faction looking like that. As I got nearer, I could see the flag on the ship : at first, I thought she was from Iris Libre due to the flag being similar, but however, As I looked closer, I could see that the cross that is normally on the white part of the flag isn't present. I don't know what it means but I have to see her for myself. And if she is cute, I could add her to my future harem.

Charles's P.O.V

I could see clearly who is approaching. A ship from the Sardegnia Empire. Her design remind me of one ship : the RN Italia. But then I remember that we are in 1941, so this means she has her first name, which is Littorio.

She was close enough so I could how she looks like. Needless, to say she looked quite surprised at my appearance. Must be because I'm a B O I.

Littorio P.O.V

I'm finally close to that girl. However, I was shocked to see that there is not a girl, but a boy instead. I was thinking that it was impossible, yes, that's right, must be a short-haired girl.. Maybe by looking at her chest, I will see that she is a girl. She is... flat-chested. Maybe her clothes... wait, those are men clothes. So, he is really a shipboy ?!?! But he definitely seems interesting, maybe I shall try to talk to him. As I approached, I saw he started to summon his riggings with red cubes flying around ? I truly want to know who is that guy. Let's use a white flag to show him I want to talk and not to fight.

Charles P.O.V

My riggings are finally summoned. As I looked at that Littorio, I saw she had a white flag. She seems she doesn't want to fight, but I won't drop my guard either. So I waited for her to approach me, so we could talk.

(Small Timeskip given to you by Chibi Mutsu riding Chibi Godzilla)

I had to wait 2 minutes for her to get here. She turned her ship to her riggings form before starting the conversation.

???1 : So you're really a shipboy, who are you cutie ?

Charles : I am Charles, or MNF Charles de Gaulle, a nuclear Aircraft Carrier from the Iris Orthodoxy of the future, since that faction has been split in two now. And may I have your name ?

???1 : I am Littorio, a Littorio-class battleship from Sardegnia Empire, and the greatest battleship in the world.

Meanwhile in Ironblood :

Bismarck : *sneezes*

Tirpitz : You're okay, Schwester ?

Bismarck : Yeah, just someone thinking she is the best battleship in the world. The fool should know that Ironblood battleships are the best in the world.

Tirpitz : -_-

Back to Charles and Littorio :

Littorio : Can I ask you why are you here ?

Charles : I am searching for a possession of mine that is just next to our position. It could help me become stronger, so I can accomplish my goals.

Littorio : And they are ?

Charles : Reuniting Iris Libre and Vichiya Dominion to bring back Iris Orthodoxy. And a genocide against the Sirens.

Littorio P.O.V

I shivered at the word "genocide". Seems like he has hatred against the Sirens.

Littorio : What have the Sirens done to you ?

Charles : *hateful voice* Killed my Admiral and my crew, as well as sending me in this world.

Seems like life was hard for him.

Charles P.O.V

As I was talking with Littorio, I looked at the sea to see some golden light coming from the sea, as I approached it, I saw a chest floating just under the surface, surely the one my Admiral talked about. I took it from out of the water before putting it on my riggings, so I can open it, seems like Littorio joined me for the opening because I can feel her "things" on my shoulder.

So I opened the chest to discover... Ricardo Milos ?

Author : Hold up ! What ?

Ricardo Milos : *stares lustfully at the readers*

Author : ...Bro I am out of here. I'll go drink some vodka instead.

Take 2 (or 60416375917847, I don't know)

So I opened the chest to find 2 cubes ? As I took them, I could see one of them is red, just like those that creates my riggings while the other one was white. I could also see a letter in the chest.
It reads :

Dear Charles , or MNF Charles de Gaulle, if you're reading this letter, it means you have found the treasure, and you're wondering what to do with the two cubes. That's easy : the red cube is the one who will give you the improvements to you, just put it on your riggings and the update will be done by itself

I did as the letter told and put the red cube on my riggings. As I did that, white light started to surround me for some seconds before disappearing leaving me in a... magical girl outfit ?

Author : GODDAMMIT SARATOGA !!! GET BACK HERE !!!

Saratoga : Nope ! Tee~Hee~

Author : Fine ! You asked for it, San Diego will replace you for the rest of the decade for all the concerts you take part in !

Saratoga : WHAT ?!?! You can't do that !

San Diego : Did somebody said "WATASHI WAH NUMBAH WAN?!"

Saratoga : Fine... Take it back...

Author : Good... Let's get back to the story...

Take 3 (What's after 3 btw ?)

I did as the letter told and put the red cube on my riggings. As I did that, white light started to surround me for some seconds before disappearing. I feel stronger, even though I don't feel much has changed. I continued to read the letter :

Now that you have used the red cube on you, you have gained some new things, but I won't tell you what changed because there's no fun in that.

I deadpanned at that sentence.

However, one of the new options will be useful right now, to get back a ship that has sunk long ago. Bring it back to the surface, and this is where the white cube will come in. You already know what to do with it. Good luck for your future.

-God

Should I believe that God has written this ? I mean a shipboy appeared in a world full of Shipgirls, so maybe it is possible. But I have other matters right now.

Charles : Do you mind if you back down a bit, Littorio ? We don't know how large that sunken ship is ?

She nods and back off a bit. I was thinking how could I get the ship back to the surface until I saw a command saying "Harpoon Magnet". I decided to use it : it didn't took long before it found something. I decided to retrieve whatever I found. I could finally see a ship on the surface. From what I see, the design is from the Sakura Empire. As I looked closely, I could see the name of the ship, it said :

"IJN AMAGI"

(A/N) : I know that the IJN Amagi has sunk because of an earthquake but for the sake of this story and its plot, let's just say she sunk in the Mediterranean Sea because of a huge storm. Thanks for understanding.

I approached the fallen ship and put the white cube. Soon enough, the ship started glowing. I would be blinded if it was not for Littorio throwing me some sunglasses that I put on. I did a thumbs up to thank her.

(Small Timeskip given to you by Chibi Prinz Eugen doing a 720 no-scope on Chibi Purifier)

Eventually, the light disappeared, leaving a girl with kitsune traits on the water, we approached her and I took her to put her on the bed of my bedroom and wait for her to wake up.

(Timeskip given to you by Chibi Amagi standing menacingly behind Chibi Akagi and Chibi Kaga)

Amagi P.O.V

I started to wake up. As my eyes fully opened up, I could see that I was in a bedroom. But how is it possible ? I'm pretty sure I sunk because of a huge storm, and yet, here I am. I saw a man on my right, in an armchair, reading a book that seems to talk about naval strategies. I called him.

Amagi : Excuse me, but who are you ?

Charles : Hmm ? *raises his eyes* Oh, I see you're awake now ? And for who I am, I am Charles, or MNF Charles de Gaulle, a nuclear Aircraft Carrier from Iris Orthodoxy of the future.

I was surprised by that, first by the fact he was a shipboy, and then, because he claims to be from the future, but looking around, I never  saw cabins looking like that, so I just accepted that fact. The door suddenly opened, with a girl that seems to come from Sardegnia Empire.

Amagi : Littorio ?

Littorio : I see you're awake, and yes, it is I, Littorio, the best battleship in the world.

I nodded to acknowledge her and she sat down in another armchair. I turned back to Charles.

Amagi : Would it be possible to tell me what happened to Azur Lane since I sunk ?

Charles : *puts the book on a little table next to him* From what I've heard, there have been a split in Azur Lane : the actual Azur Lane is composed of the Royal Navy, Eagle Union, Northen Parliament, Dragon Empery and Iris Libre, still using their actual weaponry against the Sirens. However, the other side is known as Crimson Axis, composed of Ironblood, Sakura Empire, Vichiya Dominion and Sardegnia Empire, which want to use the Siren technology to destroy the Sirens.

I was shocked. So much happened since I sunk.

Amagi : I noticed you didn't mentioned your faction.

Charles : It is because the actual Iris Orthodoxy has been split in two because of differences of beliefs : Iris Libre and Vichiya Dominion.

Amagi : Do you know my little sisters Akagi and Kaga ? What happened to them ?

He tensed at that. Did something bad happen ?

Charles : Well... how to put that... they are working directly with the Sirens because they wanted to resurrect you.

I can't believe they have done that, I looked into his eyes to see if he was lying, but I didn't find any of that, so they really done that. Littorio seems shocked as well.

Littorio : Wait ! They are working with the Sirens ?!

Charles : Not only them, but Ironblood as well. I was quite mad when I learned the truth. To the point I slapped Kaga... my apologies about that, Amagi.

Amagi : *sighs* Normally, I would have been mad against you for that, but for what they've done, I will let it slide because they deserve it.

Charles : I can understand and I'm sorry again. So what will you do now ?

Amagi : I think I need to act, but I'm supposed to be sunk, so I cannot appear, especially from my situation where I am supposed to be resurrected by the Sirens, and most likely to do their deeds.

Charles : Maybe you could lay low for now and observe more the situation happening there until we find an opportunity for you to make your comeback.

Amagi : It seems like the best choice of action for now. Do you mind if I follow you for the time being ?

Charles : I have no problem with that. What about you, Littorio ?

Littorio : I have nothing to do, so I could follow both of you to see the situation. We have not a lot of interesting things going on here.

Charles P.O.V

As I acknowledged Littorio's answer, my radio started to activate. I rushed at it in the deck to see who is calling me.

Amagi P.O.V

This man seems quite interesting, I wonder what kind of adventures we will see together for this joint. I looked to Littorio to ask her something.

Amagi : What do you think about Charles ?

Littorio : Even though I just met him, he seems like the kind of guy that can change fate itself for the better. I would like to see what he can do.

Amagi : I agree. He seems quite handsome too. Humble too, but I could feel the respect and authority emanating from him. It reminds of how I was when I punished Akagi and Kaga when they were arguing.

Littorio : So I wasn't the only one feeling that authority and respect from him. And I agree about him being handsome.

Charles P.O.V

Charles : Charles responding, over.

Jean Bart : Charles, thanks, you finally responded ! I need your help very quickly !

Charles : What's going on ?

Jean Bart : Ironblood is coming to Vichiya Dominion, and it looks like they're not here for diplomacy !

Charles : Putain ! They might know about our discoveries, and will try to shut us down by force ! I'm coming !

Jean Bart : Hurry up ! I don't know how long we can last ! Especially that Bismarck is among the fleet approaching !

Charles : Très bien. I'm hurrying up. Over.

As soon as the contact ended, I rushed to where Amagi and Littorio were.

Amagi : Is something wrong ?

Charles : I have to go back to Vichiya Dominion immediately. Ironblood is coming there, and not for diplomacy. Are you coming ?

Littorio : As much as I want to, I can't because of the fact I am with them. And for Amagi, she just woke up, and I don't know if she can fight right now, not that it matters since she is supposed to be sunk, so it would be a problem. However, that does not mean we can't help you. We can at least give you informations about their actions by observing them from afar, so you could act depending on what you need to do. And no offense to you for what I've said Amagi.

Amagi : None taken.

Charles : Then, let us not waste time. Let's go !

They both nod.

(A/N) : And that is all for chapter 7. I hope you have enjoyed it. Feel free to leave your feedback and opinion in the comments.

Two things :

First, because of the red cube, Charles's clothes have changed, so do you want him to wear a Crusader outfit ?

-Yes

Or (Don't Choose that or else, you will spend a year in a house full of Roons)

-No

If yes has been chosen, then I will post the Crusader outfit he will wear next chapter.

And second, do you want Charles to have the A-10 Warthog, more known as the BRRRRRRRRTTTTTTTT ?

-Yes

Or (don't choose that or else, I'll tell Schtorm you stole his vodka)

-No

That is all. Thanks for reading. And see you in the next chapter.

TheBreizhOne out !

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New characters that have appeared in this chapter :

Littorio :

Amagi :

Of course, none of those images belong to me ! The credit goes to the original artist !