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

But even from this dream alone, she could already sense Gretchen's deep affection for Fu Hua and the others.

Even so, Gretchen ultimately chose to bid farewell to Fu Hua and the others, and piloted the Ark alone into the depths of space.

If someone has this kind of awareness, then they can no longer be treated as a child.

"Sister Alicia..."

Feeling the fairy's enthusiasm, Gretchen's face immediately showed a hint of embarrassment and panic.

"Hmph~"

Seeing the girl's adorable blush on her cheeks, Alicia couldn't help but smile. "Although I still have so much to say to Gretsch, for now... let's meet again in this sober reality."

As she spoke, Alicia glanced at the smiling boy beside her, and the corners of her mouth also became much brighter.

"Yes, I also want to meet Alicia in person."

Hearing what the fairy lady said, Gretchen nodded in agreement, a hint of excitement appearing on her pretty face.

Having fully remembered everything before falling into a deep sleep, she could naturally see that the Alicia before her was not a creation of her own dream.

In other words, the other party is a person from the real world.

But she remembered that Alicia had clearly already...

Her gaze unconsciously fell on the boy, and Gretchen's eyes were filled with deep doubt and confusion.

"See you in reality, Gretchen. I'll tell you everything."

Shihen gave the girl a gentle smile and spoke in a soft tone.

sand~

A gentle breeze swept by, and Mount Taixu, which had been like a still painting, came to life again. However, Shihen and Alicia were no longer in the dream.

"..."

Unable to resist taking another look at the spot where the boy had disappeared, Gretchen thought for a moment and then walked toward where Fu Hua and the others were.

Even though she understands that these images all stem from her own heart, she still hopes to say a proper goodbye to these people.

Pack away the burdens of the past and stride towards a more colorful tomorrow.

This is her true answer.

…………

"Gresh... wake up... hibernation pod..."

When Gretchen opened her eyes again, she saw a pinkish-red blob that almost filled her entire field of vision, and heard intermittent, blurry sounds.

As she sat up with the opening of the hibernation pod, Gretchen hadn't even had time to process the information that had just flooded her mind when she suddenly felt herself falling into a warm embrace, and a joyful voice rang out at the same time:

"Great! Gretchen, you're finally awake!"

If it had been any later, I might have been unable to resist dreaming about you again~

“Alicia… Sister…”

It took her a while to realize who the newcomer was, and Gretchen said in a slightly hoarse voice.

"Alright, stop taking advantage of Gretchen. She's only just regained consciousness."

A gentle voice rang out, and even as Gretchen felt the warmth in front of her leave, a glass of water was just placed to her lips. "Have some water, it will help you recover faster."

Even though the fusion warriors possess such strong vitality that they can adapt to various extreme environments, they will still become weak during this 1,500-year hibernation.

If Gretchen's will had not been strong enough, her consciousness would probably have been extinguished in this long slumber long ago.

"Gudu~"

Upon hearing this, she instinctively began to suck, and the warm liquid flowing down her throat immediately relaxed Greta's delicate eyebrows.

Her mind quickly cleared, and Gretchen looked up at the two people in front of her, a look of surprise flashing in her eyes.

Just like in the dream, Alicia was indeed Alicia, only her color had an extra layer of mottled black and red, as if it were mixed with some other things.

However, the pink color belonging to the other party is still very bright and vivid, full of vitality and energy.

But on the other side...

"Just call me Shihen."

Feeling the girl's scrutinizing gaze, Shihen smiled and said, while still holding the pink fairy by the back of the neck to prevent her from unleashing her true nature.

Little Gretsch could still be kissed, hugged, and lifted up high, but now that he was facing the big Gretsch, how could he let Alicia do whatever she wanted?

Well, he was doing this entirely to protect Gretchen's reputation, and it wasn't out of jealousy that this pink fairy could be so close to Gretchen.

"Hello……"

Speaking softly, Gretchen looked at the boy and Alicia's strange posture, and a hint of doubt and curiosity flashed in her eyes.

"Hehe~ Just like in the dream, Hen, Hua, Kevin and I are all very good friends. We were able to find Gretchen this time thanks to him."

Alicia slapped the boy's hand away from the back of her neck, gave him a slight glare, and then spoke in a proud tone.

Gretchen, who used to be so small, has suddenly grown so big. Naturally, she would be curious. Why is she so wary of her?

When she finally has a chance to be alone with Gretchen, she'll definitely make up for all the little things she's missed over the years and give the girl a thorough check on her development!

Looking at Gretchen's enormous human heart, which was now in no way inferior to her own, Alicia's eyes flashed with a light.

"Did Sister Hua and Uncle Kevin come too?"

Upon hearing this, Gretchen's eyes lit up.

Even though she was prepared to fight the enemy attacking the Ark alone, Gretchen couldn't help but feel a sense of relief and joy when she heard these familiar names.

After all, regardless of Kevin and the others' strength, these are the people who have watched her grow up.

"It's just the two of us who came this time."

Alicia explained.

In an instant, Gretchen's face turned pale.

Even if she didn't know where the Ark finally crashed, she knew it was somewhere extremely far from Earth.

In other words, if Fu Hua and the others hadn't come along, she would most likely never have seen them again.

"However, once things are settled here, little Gretchen will soon be able to see Hua again."

Alicia added with a smile.

"Sister Alicia~"

Realizing that the fairy was teasing her, Gretchen's cheeks immediately puffed up.

"Hehehe... As expected, even though her appearance has changed, little Gretchen is still little Gretchen, and she's still just as adorable~"

Seeing the girl's expression, Alicia couldn't help but burst out laughing.

"Sister Alicia! I'm not a child anymore!"

As she emphasized this, Greta's cheeks puffed out even more.

"I know, Gretchen is a mature and reliable young woman now."

Speaking softly, Alicia reached out and tidied the girl's slightly disheveled hair, which had become messy due to her long hibernation. Her eyes were full of satisfaction and appreciation as she looked at the girl.

Even disregarding the changes in appearance, the moment Gretchen chose to board the Ark, she had already left behind her childhood.

"Sister Alicia, I..."

Feeling the tenderness in the fairy's gaze, Gretchen's eyes immediately welled up with tears.

Even though her mind and body had matured through thousands of years of solitary voyages, how could she refuse this care from her elders of the past?

The long-forgotten memories kept surging in her mind, and Gretchen wished she could throw herself into Alicia's arms and have a good cry to release the emotions that had accumulated over thousands of years.

"Don't worry, I'll always be here for you."

Didn't I say before? I want to fill our lives with happiness and joy together.

While patting Gretchen's head, Alicia blinked gently and said.

"Hmm~"

Greta nodded vigorously.

"So, would you like to go sunbathe with us? Today is a really nice day!"

Alicia smiled and extended her palm towards the girl.

"Eh?"

Seeing the fairy girl who was clearly standing closer to the boy than her, Gretchen's face was quickly filled with surprise.

P.S.: I'm currently working on a new book, so updates have been a bit irregular lately. Please bear with me..._(°ω°」∠)_

But there's not much left in this book, so it will definitely be finished. The new book will probably be released at the end of the month.

Chapter 42 Vita Doesn't Want to Fall

After quickly tidying up, Gretchen, along with Shihen and Alicia, stepped off the ark.

After taking a few steps, Gretchen turned back to look at the enormous spaceship that she had lived in for five thousand years, now reduced to wreckage, and a complex expression involuntarily appeared on her face.

"Alright, Frost isn't far from here, little Greta can come back anytime she wants."

So, enjoy the scenery of the outside world now.

Vita, who had reappeared, said with a smile.

"Um……"

Nodding subconsciously, Gretchen then noticed the gray-haired woman who had appeared beside her at some point. A look of confusion and slight wariness flashed across her face. "Who are you? How do you know my name?"

"This is Vita, much like the wicked maid of the evil queen in the story. She's a villain who specializes in persecuting princesses."

Shihen summarized succinctly.

"Isn't that incredibly rude?"

Even though I, Xiaowei, am usually very forgiving, it still hurts to be said that to me.

Moreover, before I had no choice, but now I'm very determined to be a good person.

Vita said in a pitiful tone.

"Oh? So, Miss Vita, are you planning to fire the first shot in the rebellion against the evil god?"

Shihen asked with a smile.

"How about I cheer you on? It's a very important mission for you too."

Vita returned the same fake smile to the boy.

"..."

Shihen simply smiled and remained silent in response.

"After all, what I am here is just a projection."

If we actually appeared in front of that guy, he'd probably just blow us away with a breath. You wouldn't want to see poor, helpless Xiaowei treated like that, would you?

Vita continued, feigning a pitiful expression.

"That's certainly true..."

Shihen nodded, a thoughtful expression on his face.

Upon hearing this, a gentle smile finally appeared on Vita's face.

"So, you should come in your real form."

That way, Miss Vita can withstand a few punches.

Shihen said earnestly, "Even if Miss Vita were to tragically sacrifice herself, I would still erect a monument in her honor."

"..."

Vita's expression froze instantly.

"In short, although she is our guide now, Vita is quite a bad woman, so little Gretchen must be very careful and not be fooled by her."