This time, Andrew's main purpose in bringing them to the workshop was to improve Astra Yao and Evelyn's self-preservation capabilities.
After all, in a month's time, they would be going to Waifei Peninsula to help Belle with her investigation. When that time came, he wouldn't be able to rush over in just a few minutes like he could now.
By enhancing their strength a bit, he could also feel more at ease.
Although heavy armor was difficult to carry due to their frequent public appearances and costume requirements—and the weight wasn't something the two of them could easily bear—Andrew could still provide significant help in terms of weaponry.
Moonglow Silk · String. A sharp weapon tailored specifically for Evelyn's special professional needs.
It was made of high-strength, high-toughness Porcelum fiber, with a sharp Porcelum blade connected to the tip.
Although there were no good materials to reinforce the silk thread part, Andrew had some other methods for the Porcelum blade connected to the tip.
For a hunter, this dagger would be a dart at best.
But to ensure it remained as light and concealable as the original, easy to carry, and capable of easily bypassing conventional weapon inspections, Andrew used a layer of claw that the Odogaron only used when running.
Although not as long or as possessed of sharp serrations as the secondary claws, the strength of this claw itself already completely outclassed the strength of Porcelum.
Coupled with its innate characteristic of being soaked in Ether, its conductivity was even superior.
At the same time, the bone blade would be mistaken for a craft or ornament, causing people to overlook its essence, which was inevitably sharper than Porcelum.
Added to that was the unexpected surprise of the Thunder Spider dagger.
Now, whether it was standard attacks or bursts of technique, Evelyn had her own means of engagement.
As for Astra Yao, Andrew's method was much simpler.
The Hemiola itself possessed the ability to release shockwaves, which was somewhat similar to the Sonic Waves of a Hunting Horn.
Using the experience gained from modifying Ether Engines previously, after replacing the original Ether transmission circuits with Monster Bone, Andrew also used some thinner sections of Monster Bone to reinforce the microphone part of the Hemiola.
Once the modification was complete, smashing the Hemiola fiercely onto an enemy's head in actual combat would also be a pretty good counterattack method.
Hearing that Andrew could use monster bone as a stronger conductive material while also enhancing the equipment's durability, Astra Yao also handed her Hemiola over to Andrew for some modifications.
While Andrew was busy upgrading their weapons, out of curiosity about Andrew, Astra Yao and Evelyn carefully observed this place where he lived.
At Andrew's signal, the two looked around casually in this not-so-large space.
Astra Yao's attention was attracted by the plants on the balcony that Andrew had kept partially as decoration, and the many Ethereal materials piled on the ground.
Evelyn, on the other hand, couldn't help but look at the various unique weapons hanging on the wall.
Among them, compared to the other odd shapes, the Dullahan Tachi that Andrew had hung on the wall stood out completely.
To be honest, if Andrew hadn't personally said before that this Tachi, which was even longer than she was tall, was not a decoration but his strongest weapon, she would still find it hard to believe.
However, thinking of the spear Andrew wielded and the arm strength he had displayed, Evelyn felt relieved of her doubts.
Just then, a small gasp from Astra Yao suddenly reached Evelyn's ears, causing her to immediately turn her head to look at Astra.
She saw Astra Yao covering her mouth, standing with a look of surprise next to a small pattern on the edge of the wall.
Under that childish brushwork, which looked like a child's doodle, was a small yellow flower. It wasn't conspicuous on the snow-white wall.
But for Astra Yao, this was already enough.
She couldn't help but ask, her voice carrying a trace of excitement, "Andrew, what was the name of the shop run by the previous owner of this place?"
Andrew was a bit bewildered upon hearing this. Why was Astra Yao suddenly asking about the previous shop's name? Was something wrong?
However, he still answered truthfully, "If I remember correctly, it was called 'The Phonograph'. When I took it over, he was in a rush to sell because of some issues, so he was preparing to sell it to the City Administration to be turned into a bus stop."
"'The Phonograph'! That's right, that's the shop name! Yolan's final performance was right inside this little shop!"
Although the layout of the shelves had changed somewhat, the familiar decorations Andrew had left behind made Astra Yao suddenly even more certain.
Although the long passage of time had made her memory a bit blurry, and she couldn't clearly remember the original shop name, when this name appeared before her again, Astra Yao was absolutely certain she wasn't mistaken.
Not to mention that little flower she had secretly drawn when she was young and ignorant, to commemorate the occasion.
This shop was the very shop from her childhood, the one that solidified her ideals, where Yolan held her final concert!
At that time, after the shop manager discovered it, he didn't blame her. Instead, he specially left this small patch exposed and said to her, "When little Astra achieves her dream and becomes a big star, this little flower of mine can become the treasure of the shop!"
But if it weren't for Andrew, this place would probably have already become a flat piece of land, and all memories would only remain as memories.
Listening to Astra Yao's story, a look of realization appeared on both Andrew and Evelyn's faces.
And following Astra Yao's narration, fragments sealed in Evelyn's memory were also awakened.
When she was passing by back then, she had also happened to witness this final concert.
The fuzzy singing voice coming from 'The Phonograph' and the crowd of enthusiastic fans seen through the glass.
It was as if, even back then, she had already shared this beautiful moment with Astra Yao.
"What? Eve, you were there too?!"
Evelyn shook her head upon hearing this. "I was different from you, Miss. I was passing by unintentionally, heard the music coming from the shop, and stopped to listen for a while. So I actually didn't see her in person, I only heard her voice vaguely."
But even so, Astra Yao couldn't help but say with emotion, "That's so magical. It's as if, in the unseen world, something was guiding us to meet."
Her own friend had listened to that concert with her.
And the person she liked had helped her preserve the birthplace of her dreams.
Nothing was more exciting than this.
It was simply like a gift from fate.
With no more thoughts of looking around, the emotionally agitated Astra Yao couldn't resist wrapping her arms directly around Andrew's neck from behind, her entire body hanging onto Andrew's back.
Instantly, Andrew's original movements paused due to this sneak attack.
And this proactive move by Astra Yao made Evelyn, who was to the side, unconsciously purse her lips slightly. She was a little envious that Astra Yao could always express her emotions so proactively.
Accompanied by Astra Yao's warm and soft body pressing tightly against Andrew's back due to gravity, the very substantial softness on her chest also began to deform with the movement between the two, pressing even closer.
Resting her head on Andrew's shoulder, she couldn't help but watch Andrew's modification of the Hemiola with eyes full of tenderness.
Originally, Andrew, standing by the workbench, could still focus on arranging the energy circuits of the Hemiola.
But with Astra Yao pouncing on him, and the warm breath constantly coming from near his ear...
Astra Yao's entire soft body fit tightly against Andrew, every inch of her curves clearly transmitting through their clothes.
Although his body didn't sway from the impact, Andrew's originally focused attention could no longer remain completely concentrated.
To be honest, Andrew was starting to feel he couldn't hold out much longer.
But in the end, relying on his strong willpower, he forced his wandering thoughts back to the present and forcibly lowered his head, which had uncontrollably started to lift, once again.
At least let's get the Hemiola modified first!
However, the situation afterwards did not unfold as he imagined.
As seconds ticked by, Astra Yao, whose originally agitated emotions had gradually recovered a lot, finally felt a trace of soreness in her arms.
Looking at Andrew, who was still focused on modifying the Hemiola, she couldn't help but pout slightly, cursing inwardly: What a blockhead.
Who on earth keeps piecing things together single-mindedly when a beautiful girl is lying on their back!
Just as she tilted her head in dissatisfaction and turned her gaze back to Andrew's face, Astra Yao discovered Andrew's ears, which had unknowingly started to turn red.
Instantly, as if discovering a new continent, her pouting lips immediately transformed into a meaningful smile.
If he can withstand one, what about two?
Turning her head, Astra Yao began to signal Evelyn with her eyes.
Furthermore, in a spot Andrew didn't notice, she gently waved her hand at Evelyn.
At the same time, Astra Yao gently twisted her delicate body twice, shifting her body—which was originally lying in the center—slightly to the side, making some room on Andrew's broad back.
Just enough to accommodate the existence of another person.
The softness that constantly deformed and rubbed against him with Astra Yao's movements made Andrew's body stiffen once again.
For a moment, Andrew felt as if all his senses were concentrated on the parts touching her. He only let out a sigh of relief when Astra Yao's movements stopped.
But before he could make the next move, what Andrew completely hadn't expected was that the half-space just vacated was occupied by a new softness.
And this time, the curves pressing close were even slightly more voluptuous than Astra Yao's.
Because this newly attached body maintained a perfect figure through frequent exercise, the delicate body was slightly inferior to Astra Yao's in terms of softness.
But it possessed a unique flexibility found only in athletic girls.
As a professional spy, to ensure she wouldn't attract attention due to her physique, Evelyn had strictly ensured the muscles on her body wouldn't be too prominent.
So the softness of her body itself also existed.
Thus, from the sensations coming through Andrew's back, her figure had a unique feel that belonged richly to her.
Shocked, Andrew turned his head to look at the person who had just climbed up.
As his gaze turned, Andrew saw Evelyn's blonde hair scattered on both sides of her bangs, the girl's gaze wandering in evasion because she couldn't hide it, and her face which had also started to turn red.
But no matter how shy she was, Evelyn showed no sign of letting go.
Feeling the warm breath coming from both ears at the same time, Andrew felt he really couldn't handle this anymore.
He completely hadn't expected Evelyn, who previously seemed frigid, to suddenly become like this.
Where was even a trace of that frigid state from when they first met?!
Seeing that Andrew didn't refuse, Evelyn's breathing gradually stabilized.
It was no longer so rapid as it hit his ears; the warm breath ironed Andrew's ears over and over again.
The skin on Andrew's back became extremely sensitive; he could even feel the subtle rise and fall of their every inhalation and exhalation.
The breath of the three people spread silently in this small space, fermenting, the ambiguous atmosphere wrapping around Andrew even more thickly.
Their hair rubbed against Andrew's neck and jaw, bringing a subtle, imaginative itch.
Accompanying the double stimulation from the two, Andrew's heartbeat grew faster and faster.
But the reason had long since changed from the initial shock to another indescribable throb and nervousness, as well as the constant surfacing of wild thoughts.
The only thing worth celebrating was that the circuit design for the Hemiola had been completed long ago; he was now merely assembling it.
Andrew, whose body had completely stiffened, was like a robot, attempting to assemble the Hemiola relying on the instinct and inertia of his muscles.
But it didn't take long before Andrew couldn't hold out anymore.
His reason was already on the verge of collapse with the grinding of the two delicate bodies behind him. Subsequently, Andrew put down the tools in his hands directly and scooped both hands behind his back.
"Ah!"
With a soft cry, a graceful figure appeared in the crook of each of Andrew's arms.
Astra Yao in his left arm gazed at Andrew's eyes with a beaming smile, then slightly adjusted her posture to fit even closer to Andrew.
Although Evelyn still tried her best to maintain an expressionless face, her flushed cheeks and wandering gaze showed that her heart was not calm.
At the same time, her right hand was still firmly grabbing the clothes on Andrew's right shoulder, showing no intention of letting go.
One side was proactive, the other was refusing yet welcoming.
To be honest, growing up, Andrew had never received this level of stimulation, nor had he ever seen such a scene.
For a moment, he didn't quite know where to start.
The 'Little Andrew' down below had already raised its head with an unstoppable momentum, and both Astra Yao and Evelyn, one on the left and one on the right, felt this—what could completely be called an extra-large object—through their thighs.
It... it seemed things had gone a little bit out of control.
The two in his arms couldn't help but exchange a glance. A trace of panic flowed through Evelyn's eyes.
Astra Yao, on the other hand, had prepared earlier, yet she couldn't help but reveal a sheepish smile.
The plan just agreed upon with Belle isn't going to go down the drain, is it...
But just then, Twentie's shout suddenly came from outside the door:
"En-ne! En-ne en-ne!! (Boss! Belle is here!!)"
Hearing this, Andrew immediately and subconsciously put the two in his arms down. Like a thief with a guilty conscience, he immediately lowered his head and continued to study the Hemiola.
It was just that Andrew's body began to arch slightly unconsciously. As if hiding something.
Astra Yao, who also understood, didn't make much of a move, but Evelyn had already awkwardly begun to paw at the Ethereal materials Andrew had piled to the side.
As if wanting to hide her runaway behavior from just now that she hadn't controlled.
The very next moment after Andrew tidied up, Belle pushed the door open and saw the situation inside the workshop clearly.
The blush still remaining on Astra Yao and Evelyn's faces, and their slightly disheveled clothes, all indicated that if she had come any later, the situation wouldn't be like this.
Looking at the hunched-over Andrew, Belle, who immediately guessed a bit of the situation, began to puff up her cheeks unconsciously.
Clearly, we agreed back then that the first time would be mine!
But now was not the time to settle this score.
Because compared to the news just sent by Anby from Silver City, Belle felt that this news was more important to Andrew.
After all, this concerned the partners from his original world that Andrew had mentioned repeatedly before.
"Andrew, a Cat Thiren from Silver City came looking for you. He said his name is Meowscular, and he also said you usually call him Meowscular."
?
Hearing this, Andrew instantly looked at Belle, who had just run in, with shock, somewhat doubting if he had heard wrong.
Or could it be... someone got information from an unknown place to trick him?
Impossible. He had only told Belle and Wise. And they were definitely not people who would leak this matter.
Could it be... it's true?!
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