Girls' Frontline: My Apocalypse with Dolls

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During the performance, Lofan was paying attention to the members of the orchestra, but he couldn't seem to find the conductor's position.

Was the conductor he needed to meet not present at the performance?

After the performance, the audience gradually left, heading towards the restaurant and the ballroom. Only then did the dinner networking begin.

Shina also rushed to Luo Fan's location. Without the constraints of performing, she returned to her usual self.

How did I perform?

It's like a child seeking credit, asking for a reward for their perfect performance.

“Hmm.” He didn’t hold back his praise, especially for such a perfect performance: “Great, really great, it’s the first time I’ve ever heard a live symphony performance.”

Shina tossed her hair back and smiled, "Then you can come often in the future. We hold performances here every now and then. Just let me know if you want to come, and I'll personally bring you in."

The fact that the two seemed to be having a pleasant conversation made the newly arrived girls a little unhappy. When did the commander get along so well with other women?

Perhaps it's due to outdated impressions that the Commander is only interested in their tactical dolls...

“Let’s go,” Shina said, taking Luo Fan’s hand. “I’ll take you to see the conductor.”

Without even asking any questions, Luo Fan was simply taken away from the girls.

He could only turn around and call out, "You guys go to the restaurant first, I'll come find you there later."

After all, I'm not just here to enjoy the performance; the goal I need to achieve is also quite important.

As for the girls, apart from Tom and 16 who have their own purposes, the others can indeed treat this place as just a place to enjoy life.

......

"Lightning, what do we do?"

"Lofan has already left," IWS asked, as if seeking help.

Lightning, who had already prepared to make Luo Fan her dance partner, did not look friendly at this moment.

The other party's actions clearly gave Luo Fan no chance to refuse...

“Let’s go,” she shook her head and walked towards the restaurant. “We’ll talk when the commander comes back.”

Although they, like Eleanor, wanted to keep up with Lovan, now was clearly not the time.

......

Within two minutes, Luo Fan was led to the back of the stage, to a small, private room.

The theater was much larger than he had imagined; at least, you couldn't tell from the outside that there was so much space inside...

After passing through several intricate corridors, Se-na stopped in front of a door that was also decorated with dark gold patterns.

"She's inside, go."

"Wait a minute," Luo Fan called out to her, "If she's the conductor, why wasn't she on stage for the performance just now?"

Shina nodded: "Yes, I was the conductor just now, and I wrote the score myself this time."

"Oh......"

It seems that Se-na's skill level is stronger than I thought...

"Go in, she's been waiting for you for a long time."

After saying that, she quickly left.

......

Well, it's just a meeting, it's no big deal.

With that thought in mind, Luo Fan knocked on the door in front of him.

The door was opened before any response came from inside.

"Hello, Mr. Luo."

At the far end of the room, behind a desk... or rather, a desk converted from a piano, sat a woman whose temperament was not quite the same as Shina's, but was more elegant and quiet.

They were very close in age and their appearances were just like Se-na's; they could be described as absolutely stunning.

The only flaw was that her purple pupils were slightly dim, losing the radiance a young girl should have.

"I've been waiting for you for a long time."

459 Nekitiya

Luo Fan was momentarily stunned. When he first met Shi Na, he was also shocked by her appearance.

At least, whether it's formal wear or everyday clothes, the designs of the Alicia Band are quite exquisite, which can be described as the finishing touch.

"Hello, Miss Nekitia."

"Please take a seat."

Perhaps she was improvising, her fingers kept tapping on the piano, playing out disjointed rhythms that, despite their lack of connection, sounded surprisingly beautiful.

Raise your hand, and there's a chair waiting patiently in front of your desk.

Without exception, they were also decorated with dark gold patterns, and it seems that they used this theme in every corner of the theater.

Even though he knew in advance that Negitia was blind, Luo Fan still dared not make any obvious moves in her presence. At least, the feeling she gave Luo Fan was one of elegance and tranquility. Coupled with her highly respected status, he felt apprehensive and fearful under the influence of her aura.

“Mr. Luo,” she said, without even looking up, yet she seemed to have seen right through him…

Are you nervous?

......

Perhaps hiding these things from her would be pointless and might even leave a bad impression.

"Kind of."

Luo Fan nodded.

That serene smile, unchanging with time and space, made Luo Fan feel that he was not the one with the upper hand in this conversation.

“There’s no need to be so formal, Mr. Luo,” she said, looking up, which seemed meaningless to a blind man. “I can hear your footsteps, your pulse, your heartbeat. I can sense how you are feeling. You just need to be yourself. So many masks are not conducive to our conversation, after all, I sincerely want to cooperate with you.”

...She was much more perceptive than she appeared, and apart from her seemingly frail body, she seemed to have no weaknesses.

Recalling what Se-na had said, they were sincerely seeking cooperation with her...

"So, what is the purpose of this cooperation, and what do you hope to gain from me?"

Since that's the case, Luo Fan also decided to relax a bit. Since no mask would make any difference in front of her, he might as well talk to her in his most natural way.

After all, what could deceive her wasn't just a superficial appearance to the naked eye...

At this point, she stopped playing, slowly closed the piano lid, and seemed to have officially entered into a conversation.

"My goal is the same as Rosalia's."

......

"Are they all related to the reverse Kabbalah factor?" Luo Fan asked tentatively.

“Yes, but we don’t need you to give anything. On the contrary, we just need to assist you in your actions. And all we need is to stay in your bar.” Negitia repeated herself, but Lofan couldn’t quite understand why she was planning to do this.

He took the opportunity to adjust his breathing and slowly asked, "Can I know why?"

“Of course, hehe…” she chuckled, which surprised Luo Fan.

“Miss Rosalia helped you stabilize the side effects of the reverse Kabbalah factor, and we can do the same. One of the factors that leads to the subsequent effects of the reverse Kabbalah factor is emotional fluctuation. I think you can feel it. Not only in the performance just now, but also in the music that Shina played when she first met you, it made you feel peaceful. Am I right?”

The curve of her lips seemed a few millimeters higher than before, as if she wanted to confirm the truth of the matter, and she already had a positive answer to it.

"indeed......"

Undeniably, their music is indeed relaxing. This is not just due to the beautiful melodies of the music itself, but rather it is a real, tangible effect, like a tranquilizer.

"We can help stabilize your emotions, and..."

As soon as she finished speaking, she took a briefcase from the drawer and handed it to Luo Fan.

So soon it's time to show sincerity? Luo Fan was a little confused...

"This is the medicine Miss Rosalia is giving you. Due to the situation tonight, she asked me to give it to you, and at her request, we made a small modification to it to make its suppressive effect stronger."

Since the other party was blind, Luo Fan personally stepped forward to take the suitcase, opened it to confirm that it was indeed the same test tube as before, and there was no change in appearance.

It seems Rosalia does have some connection with them, and they appear to be on friendly terms...

Rosalia could trust them, and naturally, she could choose to trust them as well; the sincerity they had shown in the previous instances was already sufficient.

"Thank you in advance. Also, I'd like to ask..."

"Please ask."

The white-haired girl nodded slightly, her slender fingers curling up almost imperceptibly, as if mimicking the action of waving a baton during a performance.

She seems to be immersed in music at all times; perhaps blindness is a gift in another way for her...

"Miss Nekitia's only request is to stay in my bar. Objectively speaking, this collaboration is entirely your doing; I received your kindness without incurring any expenses. I'd like to know..."

Luo Fan paused, his smile turning cold: "Why do you want to cooperate with me? I want to know your deeper purpose."

......

"Because we all have high expectations for you."

Lovan deliberately made his tone less than friendly, but Negitia was not offended at all and was quite happy to answer the question.

She gently waved her hand, smiled, and slowly said, "Rosalia has already told you, hasn't she? The Reverse Kabbalah Factor has made you a higher being. Even Umbrella, after many years, could not reach your level..."

She even knew more about Umbrella...

“I can tell you that Rosalia, me, Sena, and even the entire Alicia Band are not as simple as you think. At least, the term 'human' alone is not enough to define our existence. In a sense, we are the same kind, and you are even a higher being than us.”

...Why are they all emphasizing "existence"? Luo Fan doesn't understand this. What exactly has this reverse Kabbalah factor made him different?

“A massive transformation is coming, and no one can stop it, but Mr. Luo, you can influence the direction of this transformation. Now, you have been given this opportunity, and we will help you build your ‘orchestra’ amidst the ruins.”

......

“Even if you don’t have this reverse Kabbalah factor, it’s only a matter of time before everything comes to pass. Umbrella will inevitably cause a great disaster, but it won’t affect us at all. All we have to do is guide the final outcome.”

"Let's see just how far you can go..."

460 Night Talk

"Indeed, Mr. Luo, you will gradually reach your own heights, and we will be by your side. As for the rest, please leave it to time."

Her words sounded like a seduction, but her ever-present, unwavering smile always made Luo Fan uneasy.

Perhaps she acted too naturally, as if the conversation was worthless to her, merely stating an insignificant fact.

Now, everyone who tries to work with him is trying to tell him that they can reach greater heights than they originally imagined, just as the Pope presents the crown to the young prince at an early age.

But Luo Fan doesn't consider himself a greedy person. Putting aside any grander goals, he hasn't even figured out what his next plan is after tripping up Umbrella. Is it to overthrow the White Eagle, or to live his own little life with the girls?

He lowered his head, pondering the meaning behind the other person's words.

......

"Is this the path I have to take?"

If it can be avoided, he still hopes to have a way out. At least, he has never thought about becoming someone who will go down in history. The girls and he have had a hard time getting by together, and there is no need to bind himself with these unnecessary things.

“No, that’s not it.” She shook her head, and a baton appeared in her hand at some point, which she was waving at an extremely slow speed.

"The more capable a person is, the more choices they naturally have. Just like the conductor of an orchestra, she can lead the entire orchestra or play a solo piece in her spare time, just like you. We will help you unleash your true potential. As for how to choose, it's all up to you."

Finally, the baton pointed at Luo Fan, and beneath that smile, there seemed to be another intention...

At least he received some good news: he still retains his right to choose.

He didn't want to follow the path set by others; he wanted to make his own choices...

As Nekitiah said, they are giving themselves more choices, and the final outcome depends on themselves.

"I understand, thank you for your guidance."

Luo Fan finally lowered his guard and was finally willing to treat the mysterious girl in front of him as a friend.

But she shook her head: "Don't use honorifics with me."

"Whether you speak to me as a conspirator, an audience member, or simply a friend, it will make me genuinely happy."

She stretched out her hand in her direction, and it seemed that she had made this friend.