Starting from the Collapse World, I became the behind-the-scenes boss

The purple figure spoke, and a series of words struck Kiana's heart like a heavy hammer, causing the girl's heart to feel as if it were being torn apart, plunging her into boundless pain.

"No! This isn't true!"

Kiana clutched her head and shook it vigorously, trying her best to deny it all, but the figures of the man and woman embracing and kissing were so clear that she couldn't ignore them.

Even if Kiana struggles to escape from here, she can find similar sights elsewhere.

Behind the bushes, under the cherry blossom trees, at the corner of the path... for a moment, it seemed as if the entire St. Freya was covered with traces left by Shihen and Mei.

In the endless flight, the purple figure's words became increasingly clear:

"Admit it, Kiana!"

You are a complete and utter failure…

Kiana! Wake up!

A voice suddenly rang out, and Kiana felt a light but not heavy force on her shoulder, and the scene before her eyes vanished instantly.

Kiana opened her eyes somewhat blankly, and what came into view was a handsome and gentle young man's face.

"Kiana, are you too tired? Why don't you go back to your room and rest for a while?"

Beside them, another soft, girlish voice, like that of early spring cherry blossoms, rang out.

"Hen, Yayi..."

Looking at the two incredibly familiar faces before her, Kiana felt an inexplicable urge to burst into tears.

Just now, she almost thought she would never see him again.

"Did you have a nightmare? You're sweating so much."

With concern, Shihen raised his hand and wiped the sweat from the white fur ball's face.

"Um... I can do it myself..."

Kiana looked away shyly, not daring to meet the boy's eyes.

She was afraid of seeing disdain in him.

"Is Miss Kiana shy?"

He couldn't help but smile, but Shihen's hands didn't stop moving.

"N-No, that's not true!" Kiana couldn't help but look up, resorting to her usual stubbornness. "I am Kiana Kaslana, very powerful, and I'm never shy!"

"is it?"

With a smile, Shihen threw away the tissue soaked with the girl's sweat and then tidied up the white fluffy ball's messy hair, which had gotten a little messy from sleeping on its stomach.

"Well……"

Feeling the warmth of the boy's fingertips, Kiana immediately lowered her head, her cheeks slightly flushed.

She was indeed a little shy.

No matter how carefree she is, she is still a girl with no romantic experience.

Mei briefly left her seat and returned, handing a cup of warm sugar water to the white fluffy ball, saying, "Here, drink some of this, it'll make you feel better."

Holding the cup and feeling its perfect temperature, Kiana felt a warmth flow from her palm straight to her heart, completely dispelling the lingering fear from the nightmare.

Honestly, Shihen and Mei are together now, how could she possibly have such a dream?

Looking at the two incredibly familiar, gentle faces before her, Kiana couldn't help but shake her head inwardly.

The boy was her favorite person, and Mei was her best friend; such a thing could never happen.

"Alright, if you've rested enough, let's continue studying."

"To become an A-rank Valkyrie, a passing grade on the written exam is not enough."

Shihen smiled and pointed to the many blank mock exam papers in front of the white-haired ball of fur.

Kiana: "..."

She suddenly felt that nightmares weren't so scary after all.

Chapter Thirteen: The White-Haired Dumpling Still Can't See the Threat

Fulfilling times always pass quickly, and before you know it, St. Freya's Valkyrie Level Exam has arrived.

Normally, the Valkyrie Rank Examination in Destiny is divided into two parts: a written test to assess knowledge reserves and a practical test to examine combat abilities.

Of course, unlike in a certain Naruto, cheating is not encouraged in the written exam here, even if the methods are sophisticated enough.

After all, as long as you are willing to study hard, the written test is not difficult at all. A certain immortal who did not want to reveal his name even learned the theoretical knowledge that matched the title of A-level Valkyrie in just a few months.

Yes, at least that's how it appears on the surface.

Shihen glanced at the white fur ball that was four or five seats away from him and had started scratching its head, then gently shook his head and finished the entire test paper in a quarter of an hour, leaving only some blanks in politics and history.

Anyway, there's still a combat phase later on, so it doesn't matter if I don't get full marks on the written test.

Glancing at the remaining two hours and forty-five minutes of the exam, Shihen showed no intention of handing in his paper early. He put down his pen and slumped onto the table, falling fast asleep.

Nearly three hours is enough to be boring enough, even just to daydream.

Sitting by the podium, Himeko, holding a thermos, glanced at the boy and then paid him no further attention.

Since Shihen has already played an important role in the development of the Moon Ring system, this level of exam is certainly no challenge for him.

To be honest, she even doubted that the boy could have easily obtained the A-rank Valkyrie qualification a year ago.

In last year's exam, although the boy's final score was not particularly outstanding compared to the other B-rank Valkyries, the other party remained calm and unhurried throughout, which did not seem like he had given his all.

However, Shihen has already done enough in St. Freya, so it's not a big problem for the other party to want to stay at the B-rank Valkyrie stage a little longer.

St. Freya does not have a rule that forces students to work hard to pass the Valkyrie level exam.

Thinking to herself, Himeko raised her hand and yawned, sipping the goji berries in her thermos and slowly passing the rather long three hours.

Jingle Bell--

Whether the students taking the exam felt tormented or relaxed, the three hours eventually passed, and the final bell rang over the loudspeaker.

"Hen, it's time!"

Mei, who was sitting behind the boy, reached out and nudged his shoulder.

"Hmm..." Shihen rubbed his eyes, his gaze still a little blurry, and turned to the girl with long, straight black hair. "Mei, how are you feeling?"

"It went fairly smoothly."

With a slight smile on her face, Mei spoke rather modestly.

Since arriving at St. Freya, she has never been complacent, and this level of exam is quite easy for her.

"That's good."

With a slight nod, Shihen expertly handed Mei's exam paper to Himeko.

"In this way, your final exam at St. Freya is also over."

Himeko glanced at the two test papers stacked together on the boy's back and couldn't help but sigh, her tone full of emotion.

St. Freya's ultimate goal is to cultivate qualified Valkyries.

Passing the Valkyrie Level Exam means that Shihen and the others have already achieved this.

Even though theoretically the other party still has six months left in school, this is usually used for internship and integration with the team members.

It's fair to say that Shihen and the others' student life at St. Freya has come to an end; all they lack is a certificate of completion and a graduation ceremony.

"Yes, please take care of me from now on, Major Himeko."

Across from her, Himeko, who was showing signs of sadness, responded with a faint smile, and Shihen spoke softly.

In the remaining six months, he and Kiana will spend significantly more time on the Hyperion, officially becoming trainees of the Fifth Squad.

Of course, this is on the premise that St. Freya will not suspend classes or drop out of school.

"Alright, alright, let's talk about this later. Now it's time to eat!"

Kiana hurriedly stuffed her test paper into the lower compartment and pushed the boy out of the classroom.

"Kiana~ You're not going to fail again, are you!?"

Himeko quickly glanced at the scene and memorized it, raising an eyebrow involuntarily.

Although time has been a motivating factor, Kiana's grades have improved significantly, but the possibility of failing still exists.

"How could that be! Aunt Himeko, you can't be wronging an innocent person!"

Kiana immediately retorted, but her eyes darted around.

"You consider yourself a good person?"

Upon hearing this, Himeko's face showed exaggerated astonishment.

In all her years of coaching, she had never seen such a troublesome person.

The same teaching method was used, and the boy has already participated in the research and development of the new Valkyrie armor, but this white-furred ball of fur can't even memorize the basic knowledge.

"Gu..."

Kiana's small feet, clad in leather boots, kept digging into the ground, and she made muffled sounds from her throat.

"Forget it, this is the last time anyway, let's go eat."

Seeing the girl's state, Himeko could only wave her hand helplessly.

Kiana felt as if she had been granted a pardon and immediately grabbed the boy's wrist and ran away, attracting the attention of a group of passersby and students.

So there's a reason why the white fluffy ball was easily beaten before.

As Shihen and his two companions left the classroom, they unsurprisingly encountered the Konkai Group, who were already waiting for them, in the corridor.

"Captain Hen, Kiana, Mei!"

Seele greeted the group with a smile.

"How did you do on the exam?"

Shihen asked with a smile.

"Perfect completion".

Bronya said so.

"I also feel there's nothing wrong with it."

Seele smiled and nodded.

"..."

Hearing their confident answers, Kiana felt her cheeks burning.

She felt like she was holding everyone back.

But the next second, a warm and strong hand was placed on the girl's head.

Kiana looked up and was greeted by a gentle, smiling face.

Kiana has already tried her best.

So, is there anything you'd like to eat for lunch today?

Shihen gently rubbed the white fluffy ball's head and said softly.

Compared to regular school days, there is more free time during the Valkyrie Rank Exam, so it is possible to go back to Himeko's dormitory and cook for oneself.

"I..." Upon hearing this, Kiana's hesitation vanished in an instant, lasting only a second. "I want braised pork! A whole big bowl of it!"

At this moment, only the aroma of braised pork could heal her wounded heart caused by the exam.

"Okay!" Shihen nodded with a smile and turned his gaze to the Azure Sea Group. "Bronya and Seele, come along too."

Only by resting and recharging at noon can one better prepare for the afternoon's exam.

According to the schedule, the combat phase assessment will take place in the afternoon.

"Hmm, it feels like it's been ages since I've had Captain Hen's cooking."

She spoke softly, a nostalgic smile appearing on Seele's face.