It is Kokang and Changchun

　Later, I gradually discovered that the statement that "the existence of monsters is based on human fear" is a pure hoax. As for when I discovered this, this involves my answer to Evesan's fourth question.

　The fourth question is that Gensokyo exists in reality, and so do the other characters in the Touhou series.

　As I explained in your third question, from that time until the Warring States Period, humans were busy fighting each other and had no time to target youkai. Taking advantage of this respite, I established Gensokyo on the sparsely populated island of Hokkaido, isolating it from the outside world with a barrier.

　But Gensokyo is a thing of the past. After the Meiji Restoration, I removed the barrier and placed the barrier that previously covered the entire Gensokyo area on every Gensokyo monster.

　Fifth, we may appear idealistic, but we are actually materialistic. This is because our very being is based on matter. Even if we possess abilities that surpass those of ordinary people, the active influence of these abilities on the objective material world is not unlimited.

　In other words, it is matter itself and the objective laws of its movement that determine the specific form of our abilities' active reaction to the objective material world.

　As for the settings in the Touhou series, most of them are just Zun-san exaggerating our abilities in reality.

　Evesun is a very powerful god, but don’t you also believe and be able to prove that the primary nature of this world is material?

　All in all, there are some differences between us in real life and us in Zun-san's Touhou series."

　After saying this, Yakumo Yukari picked up two pieces of watermelon to quench her thirst after her long speech.

　Eve listened to what Yakumo Yukari said without saying a word, as if she was thinking and digesting what Yakumo Yukari said. But during this time, she never stopped eating watermelon.

　"So..." Eve, after devouring several pieces of watermelon, broke the silence. "So, the Touhou series depicts an "if" scenario. Is it the world after you preserved Gensokyo? Am I understanding that correctly?"

　Yakumo Yukari said: "Well, you can understand it that way."

　"Then why did you disband Gensokyo in the first place?" Eve asked.

　"Well, it's a long story. It has to do with the historical background at that time..." Yakumo Yukari answered in detail.

　[Zi BBA is answering...] (I've already explained the reason for disbanding Gensokyo in a separate chapter. If you've forgotten, you can check it out in the chapter "Another Perspective at the End of the Volume.")

　Eve was a little surprised and half-jokingly said, "I didn't expect you to be interested in Marx and Engels. Logically speaking, shouldn't people like you be more interested in Hegel?"

　"Then don't you also like Mr. Ma En very much? Besides, as a monster sage, how can I not stand at the forefront of the historical trend?" Yakumo Yukari asked back.

　After saying that, the two of them smiled at each other, showing expressions of reaching a consensus.

　Eve still had questions. "But, if you've existed for so long, why is there no record of you in human history?"

　"There were some in the past. After Gensokyo was established, I asked Kamishizawa Keiin to erase all the historical records and artifacts about our existence." Yakumo Yukari replied.

　"So, plus

　Your understanding of the realm of illusion and reality can explain why contemporary humans are completely unaware of your existence..."

　Eve suddenly understood after remembering the ability of Kamishizawa Keiin in the Touhou series.

　Yakumo Yukari nodded gently and said, "Yes."

　The two of them had a pleasant conversation, and before parting, Yakumo Yukari reminded Eve, "Mr. Eve, what we talked about today is not something you can share with outsiders. I believe you are a man of your word. Goodbye."

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　White Jade Tower in the Underworld

　In a room, a pink-haired girl was eating her meal with a grunt. Next to her was a girl who looked like a guard, holding a cup of tea.

　"Youyouko-sama, you seem to be eating more than usual lately... Please control your consumption to avoid increasing your expenses."

　Konpaku Youmu kindly reminded her eldest daughter.

　However, Youyouzi still did not slow down the pace of eating, and even ate with a bit of anger.

　“When you’re feeling down, only food can help you feel better.”

　Yuyuko finished a plate of omelet rice in under a minute, picked up the green tea Youmu had given her and drank it all, saying with some sadness:

　"I don't know what happened to Yukari (Yakumo Yukari) this morning. I called her several times but she didn't answer. Could it be that she's fallen in love with someone else and forgotten her past love?"

　Konpaku Youmu sweatdropped and said, "Uh... maybe something really serious happened. There's no need to worry. Besides, you and Yakumo Yukari have been friends for thousands of years. It's definitely not what you think."

　"Anyway, just make the meal. I'm not in a good mood today."

　"Yes, Master Youyouzi..."

　……

　Ah, you think Youyouzi is jealous? No, she's just looking for an excuse to satisfy her greed. She doesn't care about Yakumo Yukari making friends with Eve at all.

　Poor Konpaku Youmu was teased by Saigyouji Yuyuko again...

　Chapter 150: European Battleship Girls (6)

　Plymouth Naval Base, UK

　"Commander, this is today's training report."

　In the Fleet Commander's office, Commodore Nick Cook-Priest, captain of the aircraft carrier HMS Queen Elizabeth, is submitting today's report.

　The fleet commander opened the report and carefully checked every word and sentence in it as usual.

　He nodded and said to Priest, "Well, sure, go down."

　Priest saluted, then turned on his heels and prepared to leave the fleet commander's office.

　"Wait a minute." The fleet commander called Priest.

　Priest turned back to the fleet commander. "Commander, is there anything else you would like to tell me?"

　The fleet commander said, "Nothing, I just wanted to ask how Elizabeth is doing now. I've been busy these past few months and haven't had time to visit her."

　Brigadier General Priest said with relief, "Fortunately, although she was noisy during the first few days of the ban, she eventually obeyed orders. Once you get used to it, she's actually a pretty good child."

　"Didn't you complain about her personality when you first took over her?" The fleet commander asked habitually, pinching his chin lightly.

　Recalling the past few months, Priest said, "Although Elizabeth is usually quite arrogant and willful, after spending some time with her, you'll find that she actually cares about others."

　"Oh? She who spends all day in the honeypot of the maid team also has this side?" The fleet commander expressed curiosity.

　"Honeypots are honeypots, but Elizabeth can get things done," Priest replied.

　At this moment, Priest could not help but recall what Elizabeth yelled at her one day last year: "Hey! Don't underestimate me! Don't think I'm just a vase and can't do anything!"

　Later, Elizabeth confirmed what she said in the subsequent training. She flew an F-35b alone and shot down three sparring partners with the same type of fighter jets.

　It is worth mentioning that Elizabeth's cabin layout is customized. If she were to fly an F-35B with a standard cabin layout, she would not be able to press the flap pedals due to her short stature and legs.

　Although Elizabeth can also use her mind to control and make up for this embarrassing shortcoming, she prefers the feeling of being down to earth.

　Not only that, but she also saved a fighter jet that nearly failed a ski-jump takeoff during training at the end of November last year. If it weren't for Elizabeth's control of the carrier-based aircraft, the F-35B would definitely have plunged into the sea.

　Priest continued, "When I was dismissed in early February of this year, weren't there many sailors and officers who were upset with me?"

　[This refers to Priest's dismissal from the Admiralty for misappropriating a public vehicle. Although he paid for the fuel himself, the Admiralty still dismissed him. This harsh decision not only angered Priest himself, but also many officers and sailors in the Royal Navy.] (Note: This is a real-world event.)

　"When Elizabeth learned of this, she was furious. She took several of the shipgirls on vacation and went to the Admiralty Building in London to demand an explanation. They demanded that the punishment be changed to a review and that I be reinstated. I assume you are aware of this, right?"

　The fleet commander also had a brief understanding of the matter and said, "Of course, this matter caused a lot of controversy at the time."

　"You know what happened next. Under pressure from the shipgirls and sailors, the Navy Department withdrew this unreasonable and excessive punishment and asked me to write a letter of apology instead." Captain Priest said with relief.

　Speaking of.

　"Afterwards, she firmly stated that she would not let her captain suffer any injustice."

　When Priestley explained it, he specifically changed the word "servant" in Elizabeth's original sentence to "captain".

　Although Elizabeth had always been forbidden to call people "servant", since Elizabeth stood up for the captain, the captain allowed Elizabeth to call him "servant" in private.

　In Priest's opinion, sometimes it's okay to satisfy the vanity of "children".

　"I didn't expect that the self-centered and face-conscious Elizabeth would also have such a side that protects the captain..." The fleet commander was a little surprised.

　The fleet commander asked again: "By the way, if Elizabeth ever becomes serious, do you want that to happen?"

　"In that case, Elizabeth wouldn't be Elizabeth," Priest replied jokingly.

　Elizabeth's personality has become a welcome respite for many sailors and officers during their busy schedules. Honestly, sometimes teasing this 'tsundere queen' can be quite a welcome relief.

　At first, you might feel uncomfortable with Elizabeth, but over time, you'll realize that she's a source of joy. (Tsundere Queen: Naval Stability +15%, Naval Organization -8%)

　As they talked, Priest's mind resurfaced with Elizabeth's behavior and voice, which looked exasperated but also hilarious after being teased.

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　Meanwhile, Elizabeth was having afternoon tea in the restaurant.

　Counterattack came to Elizabeth with the freshly brewed black tea and placed the tea on the dining table in front of Elizabeth with an elegant gesture.

　"Your Highness, this is the black tea you ordered. Please enjoy it slowly."

　"Thank you." Elizabeth replied politely, then gently picked up the teacup and took a sip, savoring it carefully.

　After savoring the flavor of the black tea and swallowing it, Elizabeth commented, "Although it's still a little inferior to the one brewed in Belfast, the taste and quality are considered top-notch."

　"Thank you for your advice, Your Highness. I will work harder." After a slight bow, he apologized.

　"After all, there's an event at the foundation, and Miss Belfast is tied up. I can't provide the tea that would satisfy Your Highness. I'm really sorry to have caused you any inconvenience."

　Elizabeth waved her hand and said, "Ha, it's okay. The black tea you brew is actually very good. I don't mind the difference between 100 points and 95 points."

　She counterattacked and made a skirt-lifting gesture, then smiled and said, "I'm glad Your Highness has no objection. I'll go down and serve the food to the other tables. Goodbye."

　After the counterattack faded away, Elizabeth looked at the Royal Oak sitting across from her and said, "What I'm concerned about is the new German ship girl."

　"Huh? Did Germany build a new shipgirl?" Royal Oak was a little surprised. "When did their work efficiency return to normal?"

　"It's not something that was built, it's something that sank and became a ship girl. Just now, there was a pop-up news on my phone." Elizabeth explained.

　"So that's how it is..." Royal Oak asked, "Could it be the recent activities of Ship B..."

　"Yes, it's a familiar ship. It's Elbing, a guy from the High Seas Fleet." Elizabeth showed a slightly disgusted expression.

　"Ah, I really don't like it..." The Royal Oak, which participated in the Battle of Jutland, also had no feelings for these old enemies.

　Royal Oak consoled him, "It's all right, Your Highness. Elbing's combat effectiveness... we don't need to worry about it."

　"I don't care about Elbing at all. What I care about is that Germany may increase its efforts to build a high seas fleet?" Elizabeth frowned.

　"More importantly..." Elizabeth's expression gradually turned gloomy.

　"These guys are insulting me in the event story! They say that all the Royal Navy battleships have small breasts. What kind of nonsense is that?!

　What if these guys come out, will I have to see them scolding me in real life one day?!"

　Elizabeth, who suddenly jumped up at this moment, was no different from herself in the event plot cutscene with a shamed and angry expression and posture.

　Seeing Elizabeth like this, Royal Oak felt helpless and ashamed.

　Royal Oak's inner thoughts: "As expected... Your Highness, this is what you really care about..."

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　Wilhelmshaven, Germany

　The German Navy, including the German ship girls, expressed warm welcome to the appearance of Elbing.

　When they first met, Bismarck gave Elbing a very solemn standard military salute.

　"Hello, Senior Elbing. I am a former German Kriegsmarine, currently serving on the battleship Bismarck of the Bundeswehr. On behalf of all the officers and men of the navy, I would like to welcome you home!"

　Prince Eugen and Z23, who accompanied him, also saluted and greeted Elbing.

　Bismarck's aura seemed to frighten Elbin, who replied with a hint of inferiority: "Are you the descendant who inherited the title of Iron Chancellor? You're quite good... at least much better than me..."

　"Senior, please don't underestimate yourself. Every ship in the German Navy has its own meaning." Bismarck knew that Elbing might not be confident, so he advised him.

　"I'm just a ship classified as a small cruiser, just a handyman..." Elbin lowered his head and sighed.

　Z23 consoled him, "Senior, times have changed. Now even destroyers are considered main attack vessels. You don't have to feel inferior.

　Weak hardware is not a problem; what is scary is the weakness of people’s hearts.”

　"Huh? Can a light cruiser be considered a main attack weapon?" Elbin was incredulous. "So... doesn't that mean each generation is getting worse... then I'm even more useless?"

　Prince Eugen seemed to realize that things were going in the opposite direction, and he quickly made amends:

　"No, Senior. It's not that each generation is inferior to the previous one. Rather, it's because of the advancement of science and technology that destroyers and cruisers have become increasingly powerful, capable of competing with battleships and other large warships."

　Elbin still didn't quite believe it. "Don't tease me. A destroyer fighting a battleship is impossible no matter how you think about it..."

　"Senior, as long as you learn more about modern ships, you will change your inferiority complex." Z23 advised kindly.