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Papasha

波波沙

27 chapters · 458 lines · English and Chinese below. Japanese and Korean, voices and theatre mode are in the reader.

Dedicated Protector 1 专属守护1

??Bow-wow!嗷嗷！

CommanderHm? What is that...嗯？什么声音……

CommanderPapasha?波波沙？

(I knock on the door to Papasha's dorm room, but there is no response. I gently push the door open and enter.)（我敲了敲波波沙休息室的门，并没有回应，干脆轻轻推门而入。）

PapashaAh! It's the Commander...呀！是指挥官呀……

PapashaI'm sorry that I didn't notice you... Is there anything you would like me to help you with?抱歉没注意到您……是有什么需要我帮忙的吗？

CommanderNope, I'm just coming in to have a look.没事，我就进来看看。

CommanderWhere did this Super Dinergate come from?这只超级兵蚁是？

(A Super Dinergate crouches near Papasha's feet, looking at me innocently with its head raised.)（波波沙脚边，一只超级兵蚁正抬头呆呆地看着我。）

(Did that make the sound I heard just now?)（难道刚才的叫声就是它发出来的？）

PapashaHeheh, Comrade Ksenia gifted it to me after I helped her out.嘿嘿，这是科谢尼娅同志送给我的哦，作为之前帮了她忙的谢礼。

PapashaI wanted to have it help everyone, but after asking around, it seems that people don't really need a Dinergate that only has the capability of transporting things around...我本想让它去帮大家的忙，可问了一圈，似乎大家都不太需要一只只会运货的超级兵蚁……

PapashaSo I was thinking, maybe we can make it into a pet with a bit of modification so that it can bring joy to the others when they aren't away at work.所以我就想，或许稍微改造一下，可以让它成为“宠物”，在大家没有外勤安排的时候陪伴大家，让大家开心呢？

PapashaMechanical pets seemed to be quite trendy at the satellite city I worked at before.以前我工作的卫星城，似乎就流行把机械当成宠物呢。

CommanderThat's a good idea. However, wouldn't a Super Dinergate lack affection as a pet since it wasn't designed to mimic animals?想法挺好。不过，超级兵蚁原本并没有模仿动物的设定，作为宠物来说似乎亲和力有些不够吧？

PapashaAnd that's what I'm working on here, Commander! I'm trying my best to learn about animal behaviors so that I can modify it to be livelier, just like a real pet dog!这就是我现在正在做的事了，指挥官！我正努力学习动物行为的相关知识，想要把它改造得更生动有趣，就像真正的宠物狗那样！

PapashaAh, speaking of which, it's good that you're here, Commander! Could you help me think up a few scenarios in which the Super Dinergate can help us emotionally?啊，这么说，指挥官来得正好！您能帮我设想几个场景，看看超级兵蚁做些什么，能给到大家更多情绪价值吗？

CommanderSure, let me think...可以啊，让我想想……

CommanderHere's one. Maybe it can help when people are tired after coming back from a battle?有了。大家刚作战完回来，感觉有些疲惫的时候？

PapashaSo the scenario where "It sees its master coming back from outside"... Let me think...那就是“看到外出的主人归来”的情景……我想想……

PapashaAccording to info, a real pet sees the return of its master as them returning from a hunt. So, they would often wait at the door to await their master's safe return. Once the master is back, they would circle around them to confirm their safety and welcome them back passionately...资料上说，对于真正的宠物来说，外出的主人就像是去打猎了，所以它们通常会等在门口，期待主人能平安归来；主人回来时，它们会绕主人转圈确认主人的安全，并用最大的热情欢迎主人……

PapashaSo the Super Dinergate should wait at the door before people return, then circle around everyone while wagging its tail once they are back?对超级兵蚁来说的话就是，应该在开门前就等在门口，然后绕着大家打转，摇尾巴？

CommanderOh. It does feel good when something is waiting for me to come back.噢，有东西在等我回来，这种感觉确实不错。

CommanderIt would be even better if it was equipped with the ability to express emotions through sound.如果配合上表达感情的声音就更有感染力了。

PapashaAs expected, you always manage to think of the details I would miss out on, Commander.不愧是指挥官，想到了一些我没注意的细节呢。

PapashaThe Commander hopes to have someone waiting at the door for them, be sure to note when they go out and when to welcome them back at the door.“指挥官希望有人等自己回来，要注意指挥官外出时间，及时在门口迎接……”

PapashaExpress emotions through sound...“配合声音表达感情”……

PapashaAll right, I have that down. I'll make sure to implement your idea!好，记下来啦。您的想法我一定会满足的！

CommanderThe way you wrote that down makes it look really weird...刚刚你是不是记下了什么奇怪的东西……

PapashaEh? Really? But I was just noting down the things that would help satisfy the Commander.诶，有吗？我只是在记下能让指挥官满意的事情哦。

PapashaAnyway, one scenario is not enough to work with. Could you think up another one, Commander?不过只有一个场景果然还是不够呢，指挥官能再说一个吗？

CommanderHmm. Since we want the Super Dinergate to accompany us when we are not out at work...唔，既然希望让超级兵蚁在大家没出外勤的时候陪伴……

CommanderThen, how about a scenario when I'm not busy and kind of bored aboard the Elmo?那，我很闲，待在艾莫号上有点无聊的时候？

PapashaEh? Does that happen at all? My database has no record of any instance like that...诶？真的有这种时候吗？而且这个在资料上似乎没有呀……

PapashaI... It's alright, I'll think of something!我……没关系，我能想到的！

CommanderNo need to be so nervous, there's no standard answer in the first place.不用这么紧张，本来就没有标准答案。

CommanderWhen you're bored, everything becomes fun when you're with someone.无聊的时候，干什么都会有趣的吧，只要有人陪着一起。

PapashaAh, so the Commander needs companionship?啊，所以指挥官是需要陪伴吗？

PapashaLet me check some info... When a pet accompanies its master, it often likes to express its affection through skinship. Sometimes, it also invites its master to play, and sometimes it does nothing but sit on its master or by their side.我看看资料……宠物陪伴主人时，通常喜欢通过肢体接触表达对主人的喜欢和关注，偶尔也会邀请主人一起进行游戏，有时也会什么都不做只是趴在主人身上或是周围……

PapashaHow about we have the Super Dinergate try to play with us when we're bored? Playing ball, frisbee, and running around seem to be some way in which pets play with their masters.那就让超级兵蚁在大家无聊的时候，主动去找大家玩游戏？抛接球、飞盘、跑步，这些似乎都是宠物会和主人进行的游戏呢。

CommanderIndeed, playing with the Super Dinergate would be a way to pass some time and a good way to get some exercise in as well.嗯，陪超级兵蚁玩游戏，确实是一种消遣方式，还能活动活动身体。

PapashaVery well, heheh.那就好，嘿嘿。

PapashaAh—I should write this down too. When the Commander is bored, provide skinship or play with the Commander. Oh! Papasha can do that too!啊——这一条也要记下来，指挥官要是无聊的时候，可以提供肢体接触，或是和指挥官玩游戏。嗯！这些波波沙也都可以做到！

PapashaLooks like I have much to learn... The two scenarios that Commander mentioned are probably the most common ones, so I'll continue to study up in this direction.看起来，我还有很多要了解的知识呀……指挥官提出的这两种场景，应该是最常见的了，我就按照今天模拟的方向继续学习下去吧。

PapashaThank you for helping me, Commander!谢谢指挥官愿意帮我！

CommanderDon't mention it.应该的。

CommanderI do have a question though. If this Super Dinergate is a gift, why are you sharing it with everyone instead of keeping it to yourself?不过刚才我就想问，既然这台超级兵蚁是份礼物，为什么你不自己留着，还要拿出来跟大家分享呢？

PapashaAbout that, um, it's quite embarassing...这个，说起来，有些不好意思……

PapashaI keep saying that I'll protect everyone, but I'm an old model, so I can't help much in battle... But even so, there's another way for me to protect everyone, right?我一直说要守护好大家，可是型号老旧，在作战的时候根本帮不上大家……可是，作战不行，也总有别的方式能实现守护的吧？

PapashaSo I thought, I'll help others with empathy and assist them in fulfilling their wishes as we go through daily life. Making everyone happy is also a way for me to protect them, right?所以我想，平时在生活中，我可以多体谅大家，帮助大家完成心愿。让大家开心，也算一种守护大家的方式吧？

PapashaWith that said, what are your wishes, Commander? You are the most important person to me... I'll definitely be able to fulfill your wishes!说起来，指挥官的心愿是什么呢？您是最重要的人……我一定会实现您的心愿的！

CommanderUhh... I can't think of anything if you suddenly ask me like that.唔……你一时问我，我也想不出来啊。

CommanderBut it's great to hear that. I'll tell you in the future once I think of something.不过你有这份心就很好了，之后我要是有想法了再告诉你吧。

PapashaI'll be waiting for you to tell me then, Commander.那，我等着指挥官告诉我哦。

Dedicated Protector 2 专属守护2

(Things have been busy lately, so I've been trapped in the ops room more often.)（最近事情很多，我不得不更长久地待在指挥室里。）

(However—A familiar figure keeps appearing within my peripheral vision. Sometimes it comes in but exits the ops room right away, and sometimes it fiddles with a console in the room, with its eyes observing me.)（但——余光里总能出现一个熟悉的身影，偶尔短暂进出指挥室，偶尔留在指挥室里摆弄终端，观察的目光似有若无地落在我身上。）

(After her 3■th time entering the ops room, I lifted my head and called out to her.)（终于在她第3■次进入指挥室的时候，我抬头叫住了她。）

CommanderPapasha, is there something you need?波波沙，有什么事吗？

PapashaAh! I... I wanted to ask, have you thought of it yet?啊！我……我来是想问，指挥官想好了吗？

CommanderWhat?什么？

CommanderSorry, I've been busy lately... Have I forgotten something?抱歉最近有点忙……是我忘了什么事吗？

PapashaSometime ago, I asked about your wishes...就是，上次我问您的心愿……

PapashaDid you manage to think about it? Do you have a wish that you'd like me to help fulfill now?您想好了吗？现在有心愿需要我实现吗？

CommanderAh, about that... For now I—啊，这个……我暂时还——

PapashaIt's fine if you have lots of wishes! I'll make all of them come true, no matter how big or small, no matter how many of them you have!有很多也没关系！我会满足指挥官的所有心愿的！无论大小，无论数量！

PapashaCommander, if you're getting overwhelmed by work, would you like me to help you out? For example, any files you need help with or machines that need repairing?指挥官最近很忙的话，那是否需要我来帮您一起工作呢？比如，有没有文件需要处理？有没有机械需要维修？

CommanderLet me think... We do need to do business with Poludnitsa, but I'm afraid you can't win against her... As for files, probably best if I dealt with them myself... Machines... I don't think Mayling mentioned any that need repairs...我想想……倒是有单生意要跟佩妮泽谈，但你怕是算不过她…… 文件还是我自己过吧……机械……美玲好像没提过维修的事……

CommanderI'm sorry, Papasha. There's nothing here for you to help with at the moment. If you're free, why not have a break in your room? Leisure time is precious, you know.抱歉啊，波波沙，我这边暂时没有需要你帮忙的地方。 如果没有别的事的话，要不你先回房间休息一下？空闲的时光可是很宝贵的啊。

PapashaIs that so... I didn't manage to help the Commander today either...是这样吗……今天也没能帮上指挥官呀……

PapashaIs it because I'm an old model lacking ability, so the Commander does not feel comfortable letting me help?是因为我型号老旧，能力不够，所以指挥官不放心让我帮忙吗？

(Without waiting for my explanation, the downtrodden Papasha slaps both hands on her cheeks before puffing out her chest.)（没等我解释，低落的波波沙就用力拍了拍脸，挺起胸膛。）

PapashaNo, no. What am I saying?! The Commander doesn't think this way!不不，我在说什么呢，指挥官怎么会这么想！

PapashaEven a Doll like me is capable of doing something useful. Although I could not help with the things mentioned just now, I still want to help take the pressure off your shoulders... Please tell me what to do! I can do anything from serving you tea and water to running errands and transporting items around!就算是我这样的人形，也总会有自己能做到的事的。虽然刚才那些事帮不上忙，但我还是想尽力试试为您分忧……请您尽管吩咐吧！端茶倒水，跑腿送东西，我都可以的！

(Since she has put it like that already, it would be heartless of me to continue rejecting her help.)（话说到这份上，我再拒绝就显得有些不近人情了。）

(But what can I get her to help me? Think, think...)（但我能让她帮忙做什么呢？想想，想想……）

CommanderOh, right. It's been... some time since the ops room was last tidied up. Could you help clean up this place a little, Papasha?啊对了，指挥室……有段时间没整理了，波波沙可以帮忙简单打扫一下吗？

PapashaClean the ops room? Papasha has received the instruction! Your wish shall be fulfilled!清扫指挥室，波波沙收到！保证完成心愿！

PapashaHowever, the cleaning might interfere with your work, Commander. Could you leave for a little while? I'll call you back once I've finished cleaning up.但我开始打扫的话，可能会影响指挥官的工作。指挥官可以暂时离开一会，等我清洁完，再喊您回来吗？

CommanderSure. It just so happens that I need to take stock at the storeroom and sort out an order to be sent to Poludnitsa.也好，正好我去仓库那边清点一下库存，整理要发给佩妮泽的订单。

(A smile has appeared on Papasha's face ever since I said the words "clean up this place".)（从我说出“清扫指挥室”的请求开始，波波沙的脸上就有了笑容。）

(I leave the ops room without worry.)（我放心地离开了指挥室。）

(Three hours later, the sky has already turned completely dark. I receive a message from Papasha.)（直到3个小时后，天已经完全黑了，我收到了波波沙的讯息。）

Papasha(Commander, I have finished cleaning the ops room, please feel free to come over for inspection at any time!)指挥官，我已经完成了指挥室的清扫工作，您随时可以检验！

CommanderOkay, I'll head right over.嗯，我现在回来。

(I return to the ops room quickly. Unusually bright moonlight shines on my body the moment I push the door aside.)（我很快返回指挥室，滑门打开的瞬间，一抹异常明亮的月光投洒在了我的身上。）

(My gaze moves over to the glass windows surrounding the ops room. I notice that the unchanging scenery of the Yellow Zones now looked slightly different than before.)（我望向指挥室巨大的玻璃环幕，发现外头理应一成不变的黄区风光，似乎都有了一些微妙的不同。）

PapashaHave you finished your work for today, Commander?指挥官，您今天的工作都忙完了吗？

(Papasha comes over from the other side of the room, a long-handled mop still held in her hand.)（波波沙从另一侧走来，手里还拿着打扫用的长柄拖把。）

CommanderSadly no... You cleaned the windows, Papasha?很不幸还没有……波波沙，你擦了玻璃？

PapashaYes! Allow me to report on the situation—嗯！让我来汇报一下情况——

PapashaThe clean-up took about 2 hours and 45 minutes. I used cleaners with active ingredients on all the objects in the ops room, with a focus on cleaning the windows and the area around the Commander.打扫整体用了2小时45分钟，用活性清洁剂清洁了指挥室中所有物品，其中我重点清洁了外窗玻璃和指挥官周围的区域。

PapashaI think that although we mainly rely on radar as the way to determine our surroundings, it would still be good if more light shone in and we had a clearer view of the scenery. Since the Commander keeps on working here for long periods at a time, this would help make things more comfortable, right?我想，虽然我们辨认外部环境基本是靠雷达，但指挥官总是长时间在这里工作，如果光线能充足一点，看风景能更清楚一点，应该会更舒适一些吧？

PapashaI also found information stating that when humans look into the distance, their eyes are relieved of strain and they feel more relaxed.我查到的资料上也说，人类在疲劳时眺望远方，可以缓解眼部的酸胀，也有放松心情的效果。

PapashaAs for the area around the Commander, other than cleaning it up, I also adjusted the angle and height of the seating, allowing it to fit more ergonomically to your seating posture. I also made a new cushion for the back. I wonder if this will help reduce fatigue buildup.至于指挥官周围的区域，除了打扫干净之外，我还重新调整了您座椅的高度和角度，让它更贴合您的坐姿，还给您重新做了个靠垫，不知道这样能否稍微减轻一些您的疲劳？

PapashaPlease inform me if there is more that you need me to do!如果您还有需要我做的，请尽管吩咐！

CommanderNo... You've done perfectly already.没有……不如说做到这份上已经非常完美了。

CommanderThe windows of the Elmo... We clean it rarely because we are hit by Collapse storms all the time, so this is the first time I see moonlight shine through so well.艾莫号的玻璃……因为随时可能来到的坍塌风暴，平时很少清洁。我还是第一次看到这么清晰的月光。

PapashaIf the Commander likes it, I'll clean it regularly in the future!指挥官喜欢的话，以后就由我来定期清理吧！

CommanderThat would be a big burden on you...那太辛苦了……

PapashaIt's alright. Honestly, so long as this brings you happiness, I'm willing to clean it again right away, even if the windows are covered in sand the very next second.没关系的，不如说，能让指挥官开心，哪怕这些玻璃下一秒就被黄沙重新覆盖也没关系，我随时愿意重新擦亮它们。

PapashaBy the way, there are quite a number of places that the cleaning bot overlooked. I think that this is because there are gaps within its dust detection logic and analysis of areas it needs to clean. The Commander's working environment should be kept clean.噢对了，指挥室里还存在许多卫生死角，据我判断是因为，清洁机器人对灰尘的检测以及清扫范围的判断不够完善才形成的。指挥官工作的环境，应该保持整洁才行。

PapashaHence I went ahead and optimized the bot's logic, so it shouldn't overlook places that it needs to clean again.所以我刚刚去把机器人的行为逻辑优化了一下，之后应该不会再出现扫不到的情况啦。

PapashaIn addition, I found that some of the equipment in the ops room has been used for a long time, and damage has accumulated in them. It would be bad if they affected the Commander's work.另外我在打扫的过程中还发现，指挥室中的一些设施使用时间较长，已经出现了一定程度的损坏，要是影响到指挥官工作就不好了呀。

PapashaI've compiled a report based on what we need to refurbish and sent it to you and Comrade Mayling, but I'll remind Comrade Mayling to take care of it if you are not free to deal with it!需要翻新的部分我已经整理成了一份报告发送给您和美玲同志了，但如果您最近不方便处理的话，我会提醒美玲同志处理好的！

PapashaThat's all. Did I manage to help you out today, Commander? Would you like to inspect my work?这就是所有的情况啦。不知道我有没有好好帮上指挥官？您要验收一下吗？

CommanderNo need... I'm starting to feel guilty already.不用了……我都要良心不安了。

CommanderI tasked you to tidy up the place a little, but you went above and beyond my expectations.我只是麻烦你简单打扫，你却完成到这种程度，完全超出了我的预期。

CommanderThank you, Papasha.波波沙，谢谢你。

PapashaHeheh, I did say that I'll make your wishes come true. I'll take them seriously, no matter how big or small, no matter how many wishes you have.嘿嘿，我说过了嘛，只要是指挥官的愿望，无论大小，无论数量，都值得认真对待呀。

Dedicated Protector 3 专属守护3

(Ever since Papasha cleaned up the ops room, I've been able to work more efficiently because of the better working environment.)（波波沙打扫过指挥室后，我的工作环境确实得到了有效提升，连带着效率似乎也有提高。）

(But with work came fatigue, with soreness getting worse by the day.)（但随之而来的就是疲惫，身体的酸痛与日俱增。）

CommanderCan't finish this yet... Nevermind, I'll take a break first.事情做不完啊……算了，干脆休息一下好了。

CommanderOw-ow-ow...嘶——

(I get up to move my neck and shoulders. My stiff muscles felt overstimulated, protesting with pain.)（我起身活动肩颈，僵硬的肌肉骤然受到刺激，发出了刺痛的抗议。）

(A figure appears behind me.)（此时我的身后出现了一道人影。）

PapashaAre you okay, Commander?指挥官，您没事吧？

PapashaIf you keep on accumulating muscle fatigue by working long hours without physical activity, you're likely to get hurt. Please take care of yourself, Commander.您总是这样，伏案工作太久不活动的话，肌肉疲劳过度，会很容易受伤的，指挥官要小心身体呀。

PapashaWould you like a massage to help you relax?或许，您需要我帮忙按摩放松一下吗？

CommanderYou can perform a massage?你还会按摩？

CommanderHow did you know I needed... Did you—不过你怎么知道我需要……难道你又——

PapashaI–I admit it! I've been peeking at you again... But I made sure I didn't delay any work, I'm just coming over in my free time...我、我承认！我又偷偷观察指挥官了……可我没有耽误工作，我都是空下来的时候才……

PapashaFor the past few days, I've been noticing that you keep sitting in one posture for a long time, making you uncomfortable. So I thought, maybe I could help the Commander relieve some fatigue? This was why I went to learn up some massage techniques.这几天，我注意到您总是保持一个姿势久坐，似乎不太舒服的样子。 所以我就想，或许我可以帮您缓解一下疲劳呢？就去学习了一点按摩的手法。

PapashaAh, don't worry! I did not delay work in order to learn them!啊，您放心，这些学习也没有耽误工作的！

PapashaPlease allow me to give you a massage if you're okay with it!如果您不嫌弃的话，请让我帮您按摩吧！

CommanderSince you've said all that, please do.既然你都这么说了，就拜托你了。

(I sit down again. Papasha puts her hands on my shoulders.)（我重新坐下，波波沙把手放到了我肩上。）

(Her serious expression makes her look as if she was going into battle, but her massage is gentle.)（她的表情严肃到看起来更像是要上战场，手上的力道却很轻缓。）

PapashaHow does it feel, Commander? Do you feel somewhat more relaxed?指挥官觉得如何？有稍微轻松一点吗？

PapashaAre there other places you need me to massage other than your neck and shoulders? Your back? Your waist? I learned that if you sit down for a long time, the blood circulation in your lower limbs will be affected. Have your legs been swelling up?除了肩颈，是否还有其他地方需要按摩呢？背部？腰部？我查阅资料时得知，久坐的话，下肢的血液循环也会受到影响，您的腿是否出现了水肿的情况呢？

CommanderNot yet.暂时还没到那个地步。

CommanderBut perhaps you can put more strength into the massage. It will help make it more effective.不过也许你可以用力一点，应该会更有效果。

PapashaIs that so? I've looked up lots of material lately, but this is my first time doing it, so I'm worried that I can't control my strength well and hurt you... I'll try using more strength then!这样吗？我最近虽然看了很多资料，但实践还是第一次，担心把握不好力道会弄疼您……那我用点力试试看！

Commander(Hissing in pain)嘶！

PapashaOh!啊！

PapashaI'm so sorry! Did I hurt you, Commander?对不起对不起！是弄疼指挥官了吗？

CommanderMight just be some really stiff muscles. I can... handle it.可能确实是肌肉有点僵硬了，姑且……还能忍。

CommanderIt's fine, you can continue.没事，继续吧。

PapashaSorry Commander, I was careless. I only knew some rough knowledge on the subject and had no practice before I asked if I could help you relieve some fatigue. I made you feel even worse... If I continued now, I'm afraid I'm not helping you at all.抱歉指挥官，是我草率了，明明只是知道些粗浅的知识，也没有练习过，就说要帮您放松，结果还让您更难受了……我现在继续的话，恐怕并不能帮到您呀。

PapashaCould you please wait a while while I go off to practice my techniques before we continue?能否请您稍等一下，我马上去练习一下手法再继续？

CommanderThere's no need... this feels pretty good already. Don't be so hard on yourself, Papasha.不用……现在这样就挺好。波波沙，不要对自己太苛刻。

PapashaI... I'm just worried that my actions will be a burden on you.我……我只是担心自己的所作所为，反而成了您的负担。

PapashaActually, before I came aboard the Elmo, something similar... happened. Because I wanted to wait for you to return to Griffin, I took too long to write my application, causing me to miss the submission deadline. I could only accept my assignment to a security patrol in Romny...其实来到艾莫号前，我也……遇到过这样的情况。 因为太想留在格里芬等指挥官回来，我花了很长时间来写我的申请书，结果反而导致自己错过了申请提交时间，只能接受安置，到罗姆内的治安小队工作。

PapashaAh, I'm not saying that I was unhappy with being reassigned! Just that, because I was so eager to do well in my work, in the end I... I... (Sigh)啊！我没有对安置不满的意思！只是，就算是后来的工作，我也因为太想做好，结果、结果……哎……

(Papasha's hands droop. Her always-positive yet serious face becomes dejected.)（波波沙的手垂了下去，总是认真积极的脸上露出沮丧。）

CommanderThings ended badly?结果不太好吗？

PapashaYeah. It ended badly.嗯，结果很糟糕。

PapashaAlthough the manager assigned us an unreasonable amount of work, I thought that things would be fine as long as I did my part. So, I took work seriously but neglected knowing how much my companions would take... causing one of them to perish in work.虽然管理员安排的工作量很不合理，但我想着只要能为大家做贡献就行，于是要求自己认真应对，却忽略了同伴的承受能力……最终导致一名同伴在工作中遇险。

PapashaAlthough I tried to save her right away, her body was damaged too badly, so she was disposed of and recycled by the manager.我虽然立刻实行了救援，但她的素体损伤严重，很快被管理员回收处理。

PapashaOriginally, I thought that she would return to our team quickly because "City construction needs us, all our work goes towards making Romny a better place"...我原本以为，她很快就能归队，因为“城市建设需要我们，所有的工作，都是为了让罗姆内更好”……

PapashaI kept believing in this, hoping to contribute my ability to the growth of that city.我一直相信着这句话，也希望能为那座城市贡献自己的力量。

CommanderIt's not wrong to be passionate about your job. What happened to your Doll teammate afterwards?对自己的工作怀抱热情不是你的错，后来呢？你的人形队友怎么样了？

PapashaShe was disposed of. Because her body was too heavily damaged, the repair fee was too high, meaning the cost-to-benefit ratio was low. However, they could recover some of their losses by selling her parts.她被处理了。 因为素体损伤过重，维修成本很高，修复她的性价比很低，但卖掉她的零件，却能弥补一些损失。

PapashaAs for me and the other remaining team members, we were soon sent out to eliminate smugglers, and once again we... took heavy losses.而我和剩下的队员，很快又被派去执行剿灭走私犯的任务，再一次……损伤惨重。

PapashaReally, our capabilities, weapons, and equipment were not at a level where we could deal with those smugglers at all... But at that time, I thought that this was just what security patrol members needed to do—try their best to overcome adversity.其实以我们的性能、武器和装备来说，根本不足以和那些走私犯对抗…… 但那时，我以为这是一名治安小队成员理应去做的事，就算有困难也要尽力去克服。

CommanderDon't force yourself to think about such past memories if you feel uncomfortable.如果觉得不舒服，不要勉强自己回忆这些。

PapashaI'm not feeling uncomfortable, just confused.我没有不适，只是有些疑惑。

PapashaEven though we succeeded in each and every mission and did our best to protect Romny, that satellite city did not escape the fate of being merged. Our efforts brought us only the fate of being recycled and disposed of.即便我们的每次任务都执行成功，尽力守护好了罗姆内，但这座卫星城还是改变不了被合并的命运，我们的努力也只是带来了被维修回收的命运。

PapashaThat was when I started to question myself. Did my efforts, in reality, make myself a burden to others? Could it be that the more I want to do something well, the more likely I am to fumble it?我也是从那时开始怀疑，会不会我的努力，其实是给别人造成了负担？是不是我越想做好一件事，反而越容易弄砸它呢？

CommanderThere's no such thing happening. I mean, my shoulders feel way better now.没那回事。至少现在我感觉好多了。

(I move my shoulders around to show Papasha.)（我活动了一下肩膀，向波波沙示意。）

CommanderSee? My shoulders are more relaxed now, and my stiff neck has gotten some relief.看，我的肩膀轻松了一些，脖子的僵硬也有所缓解。

CommanderPapasha managed to relieve my fatigue effectively on her first try. Your efforts have reached me.波波沙第一次实践，就已经能帮我有效放松。你的心意已经完全传递到了。

PapashaR–really? Is this enough?是、是这样吗？这样就够了吗？

PapashaBut I haven't... I–I just...可我还没有……我、我只是……

CommanderDon't doubt yourself. There are many factors affecting the success and failure of anything, but if anything fails, it's never because you hoped too much for success.别怀疑自己。一件事的达成需要很多因素，但一件事要失败，绝对不是因为你的愿望太过强烈。

(I pat Papasha on the head. Only then does she start to look up and give me a smile.)（我摸了摸波波沙的头，她这才慢慢抬起头，冲我露出了个微笑。）

CommanderYou are already doing very well, Papasha. If you do want to hear advice, I hope that you can use your care for others on yourself once in a while, Papasha. That would make things better.波波沙已经做得很好了。如果一定要说还有什么的话，我希望波波沙这份为大家顾虑周全的心思，偶尔也能用在自己身上，就更好了。

PapashaCommander, you mean, I should... think more about taking care of myself?指挥官是说，我应该……多考虑自己的事吗？

PapashaI... can't think of anything at the moment... but since it's a request from the Commander, I'll do my best to think about it!虽然一时间想不到有什么可以考虑的……但既然是指挥官的吩咐，那我就会努力去思考的！

Dedicated Protector 4 专属守护4

CommanderPapasha? How are you doing? Are you alright?波波沙？怎么样，还好吗？

PapashaAh, Commander! I—Ow!啊，指挥官！我——哎呀！

CommanderNo need to get up. Have a good rest if you are hurt.不用起来，受伤了就好好休息一下吧。

(I walk into her dorm, and Papasha quickly gets down from bed, trying to give me a welcome. However, she almost could not keep her balance, causing her to fall back on to bed.)（我走进休息室，波波沙急忙从床上下来想迎接我，却差点没站稳，只好跌坐回床边。）

(A few hours ago, Papasha was hurt in combat protecting her team, causing her return to the Elmo.)（几个小时前的作战中，波波沙为了保护小队受了伤，只好回到艾莫号上。）

PapashaSorry, Commander, I made you worry...抱歉指挥官，让您担心了……

PapashaThis won't delay my work! Comrade Mayling has repaired my body, so there shouldn't be any big problems.但我不会耽误工作的！素体已经请美玲同志帮我修整过，应该没什么大问题了。

CommanderIf you retreated in time and let your teammates hold off the enemies instead of pushing yourself past your limit, I wouldn't need to worry about you now.如果你当时没有硬撑着，而是及时后撤，让其他队友去拦住敌人，现在也就真的不用让我担心了。

CommanderPapasha, can you remember to protect yourself before you protect others?守护大家之前得先守护好自己，波波沙能做到吗？

Papasha...So this is what the Commander thinks on the matter?……原来指挥官是这样想的吗？

PapashaCommander, I thought about your words "think more about taking care of myself" for a long time after the last time we talked about it. It is true that I am used to putting everyone else first, but this is not just because of my beliefs but also because I want to make myself look more useful. This way, even though I am not a high-performance model, I can still remain by your side...其实，上次和指挥官聊完之后，对于您说的“多考虑自己的事”，我思考了很久。 的确，我已经习惯于优先考虑大家的事，但不仅是因为信念，也是因为我想让自己显得更有用一些，这样即使性能不那么优秀，也能有机会继续留在指挥官身边……

PapashaSo, in truth, what I want to do, what my wish is... is to be with you, to protect you, and make you happy.所以实际上，我自己想做的事，我自己的心愿……只是陪伴您，守护您，让您开心而已。

PapashaTo bring you glory through victory in battle, to protect you in life by reducing your burden. This is what I think. So in the battle not long ago, I was just trying my best to secure a chance of victory for the Commander... After all, this is also a way for me to fulfill my own wishes.在战场上，胜利就能为您带来荣耀；在生活中，能替您减轻负担就是一种守护。 我是这么想的，所以刚刚的作战，我也只是，想尽力为指挥官争取赢的机会……毕竟，这也是在完成我自己的心愿嘛。

PapashaMaybe it's because I'm stupid, so I can only think of doing it this way... I'm sorry to have disappointed you...只是我可能比较笨，只能想出这样的方式了……抱歉没能让您满意……

Commander(Sigh) I never meant to blame you.唉，我没有责备你的意思。

CommanderIt's great that you took my words seriously, but... satisfying me can't be considered as fulfilling your wishes. A wish must come from a place of thinking about yourself for yourself. I would like to know, do you have anything that you wish to do just for yourself?你能认真考虑我的话很好，但……满足我并不能完全算作是你自己的心愿。 心愿必须从自己出发，为自己着想。我想知道，你有没有什么，是只为了自己而想要做的？

PapashaEh? But this is really my...诶？可是这真的就是……

(Papasha swallows the second half of her sentence, looking perplexed but still thinking hard while keeping silent.)（波波沙咽下后半句话，露出了一副为难的表情，但还是沉默着努力思考起来。）

PapashaMy wish...我的心愿……

(Papasha mumbles. I drag a chair over and sit down on it in front of her.)（波波沙喃喃自语，我拖来一把椅子，在她对面坐下。）

CommanderJust like how you kept asking me. Likewise, do you have something you would like me to do for you, Papasha?就像你一直在追问我的那样，波波沙有什么想要我为你做的事吗？

CommanderIt does not have to be complex. Just a wish that comes from your heart.不需要很复杂，只要是你发自内心希望的就可以。

PapashaI...I... If that's how you put it, I... do have something...我……我……这么说的话，的、的确有一件事……

PapashaCommander, I know that my body was repaired, but could you... I mean, could you check my body one more time to see if it is functioning properly?指挥官，虽然我已经修整好了素体，但您能否……我是说，我希望您能帮我再检查一遍素体功能，可以吗？

(Papasha lowers her head, seemingly embarrassed thinking that she is making trouble for me.)（波波沙低着头，像是因为怕麻烦我，而感到不好意思。）

Commander...Is that all?……这样就可以了吗？

PapashaYeah! If I want to protect myself, it is important to confirm the status of my body first, right? I'll feel quite reassured if you're the one inspecting it, Commander.嗯！要守护好自己的话，确认素体情况是很重要的吧？交给指挥官来检查的话，我会感到很安心！

PapashaBack then in Romny, we had a lack of resources, so we could only perform maintenance ourselves during the short breaks between work. There was no comprehensive maintenance performed at all...以前在罗姆内的时候，物资十分紧张，检修只能在短暂的工作间隙中自己进行，根本谈不上有多完善……

PapashaThat was when I would keep reminiscing on my days in Griffin, especially back when you were still around. You would always check on us in a timely manner. "If only the Commander was still around... when will I ever see you again?" I couldn't help but think like this every day.那时候我常常怀念在格里芬的日子，尤其是您还在的时候，总会及时确认我们的情况。要是您还在就好了……什么时候能再见到您呢？每天我都控制不住这么想。

PapashaI'm happy that those days are no more. And now I have reunited with the Commander. So, could you please check on how well my body was repaired?幸好，那样的日子终于结束了，我也终于和指挥官重逢了。所以，可以请您验收我的素体维修状况吗？

PapashaAh... It's okay if you're too busy to do it. I–I can...啊……如果您很忙的话就不用了，我、我自己也可以……

CommanderI finally managed to make you think up a "wish" of your own. If I reject you now, won't I be letting you down?好不容易让你说出一个“心愿”，要是就这样拒绝，岂不是辜负了波波沙的期待？

CommanderAnyway, this won't take too much time. Send over a copy of Mayling's maintenance checklist, I'll make sure to check each line carefully.好了，这也耽误不了多少时间。把美玲的检修清单发我一份，我会一项一项仔细核对的。

PapashaHeheh, I'll leave it to you, Commander!嘿嘿，那就拜托指挥官啦！

PapashaStill, it really is difficult to come up with a wish. So this is why the Commander had to think for so long to even come up with getting me to tidy up the ops room.不过，原来要想出一个心愿，真的不容易呀。怪不得之前指挥官只是让我打扫一下指挥室，都考虑了很久呢。

PapashaIf I continue to focus on thinking for myself, I might have more and more wishes like this, and at that point, the Commander... Ah, no, no, no! The Commander is busy, so I shouldn't take too much of your time! I—要是再继续考虑自己的事，这种心愿说不定会越来越多，到时候指挥官……啊不行不行，指挥官很忙，我不应该占用您的时间的！我——

(Papasha is suddenly quiet. The anxiousness in her eyes fades away in silence, turning into shy anticipation.)（话音戛然而止，波波沙眼中的急切在短暂的沉默中逐渐消退，变为躲闪的期待。）

(She picks up the terminal next to her bed, containing Mayling's maintenance report on her. It detailed the parts repaired and recovery status.)（她拿起床边的终端，里面是美玲对她的检修报告，上面详细说明了修整过的部分和恢复情况。）

PapashaJust this time, I'll be a bother for you, Commander.至少这一次，就麻烦指挥官啦。

Covenant 铭契

PapashaCommander, the one who shares the same beliefs as I, the one who can make me swear to protect them till the end... That is you, Commander, I'm so happy to know that.指挥官，能与我心怀同样信念的，能让我发誓要守护到底的……那个人是您，真是太好了。

PapashaFrom now on, please allow me to continue being by your side to keep bringing you glory. This... is my wish, Commander. Could you help me make it come true?今后，也请让我继续陪伴在您身边，为您带来荣耀吧。 这是……我的心愿，指挥官，您能帮我实现吗？

Wholehearted Dedication 全情奉献

PapashaCommander, I... I would like to request a memory expansion...指挥官，我……我想申请一次内存扩充……

CommanderSure. Were you affected in combat?可以，是作战受到影响了吗？

PapashaNot at all! It's just that... I–I keep thinking about you no matter what I'm doing...没有没有！其实是因为……我、我无论做什么，都总是想到指挥官……

PapashaWhen I'm at rest... I think about whether the Commander needs some relaxation too. When I'm at work... I think about whether the Commander needs my help.休息的时候我会想……指挥官是不是也需要放松呢？ 工作的时候又想……指挥官需不需要我的帮忙呢？

PapashaThe thoughts about you are filling up my neural cloud, causing some parts to run too fast, and causing my body to feel hot as well.对您的关注充斥满我的心智，导致我的某些区域总是运转过快，素体也总是发烫。

PapashaI understand that I'm an old Doll with average capabilities... It's all thanks to the Commander that I can keep on shining.我明白，自己只是个能力平平的老旧人形……多亏了指挥官，我才能继续发光发热。

PapashaBut the more I go on, the more I feel like I am not good enough to repay the Commander. What should I do? Would the Commander think I'm weird for having these thoughts? Will I never be useful again if there comes a day where my model becomes completely obselete?可越是这样，我越觉得自己完全不足以回报指挥官，该怎么办呢？要是指挥官知道了我的想法，会不会觉得很奇怪？要是哪天我的型号彻底落伍，是不是就再也派不上用场？

CommanderImpossible, you really think too much.怎么可能，你想太多了。

PapashaIndeed. I know that you're not that kind of person, but... I still worry about it.嗯，我知道指挥官不是这样的人，可……还是会担心。

PapashaI wish to keep you company for longer, not only in life but also in battle. I want to be a useful gun in your hands, for you to give me orders without a single thought of worry in your mind.我想要陪伴指挥官更长久的时间，不仅仅是在生活里，战场中也一样。 我想成为指挥官手中一把有用的枪，让您能够毫无顾虑与担忧地对我下达命令。

PapashaIn any case, my will to protect you is unmovable! Even if my model is old, even if... even if my body degrades and can no longer fight in battle like our comrades, so long as my neural cloud still exists, even as a single fragment... I... I'll still...总之，我想守护您的信念是绝对不会动摇的！ 就算型号老旧，就算……就算素体老化、不能像其他同志那样作战，但只要我的心智还在，哪怕只剩下一个碎片……我……我也会……

PapashaI will still give my all to you, to dedicate myself to you without reservation. It is my unshakable honor to keep following your orders.我也会毫无保留地为您奉献我的一切。 完成您的命令，是我永远不会改变的荣耀。

Food Tasting 1 美食品尝1

The first taste astounds, immediately awakening slumbering taste buds.入口的惊艳，瞬间唤醒沉睡的味蕾。

CommanderEvery mouthful tastes like bliss.每一口都是幸福的味道。

PapashaWhat would you like to drink, Commander? I'll do my best to mix it for you!指挥官，想喝点什么呢？我都会为您努力调制出来的！

About Gratitude关于感谢

About Working关于工作

About Licenses关于执照

About Emotions关于情绪

About The Medal关于勋章

About Leisure关于消遣

CommanderI heard that you received a letter today?听说你今天收到了一封信？

PapashaEh? So you found out... It's a thank-you letter from the locals. Hehe.诶？被您发现了……是市民的感谢信哦，嘿嘿。

PapashaI'm so happy that I didn't let everyone down.没有辜负大家的期望，我真的很开心呢。

PapashaAh, I didn't mean you should write one too! Though... if I could receive one...啊，没有要您也写的意思！虽然……如果能收到的话……

CommanderAre you not on duty or have work today?今天不用去执勤吗？

PapashaNope! With Comrade Mosin-Nagant and the others patrolling the city, there shouldn't be any problems.嗯！城里有莫辛纳甘同志她们照应，应该不会有事。

PapashaI specifically applied for a break, so now I can stay onboard the Elmo for a bit longer.我特意申请了调休，这下可以在车上待久一点了。

PapashaAfter all, Commander... You and everyone here are also subjects of my protection.毕竟，指挥官……和车上的大家，也是我要守护的对象呀。

CommanderBy the way, how many licenses and certificates do you own?说起来，你有多少张执照和证书？

PapashaHmm... 42 qualification certificates... 35 licenses...唔……资格证书42份……执照35张……

PapashaBut there are 8 exams and 16 reviews coming up... so the number might change after that...不过马上还有8场考核和16场复审……这之后可能会有变化……

CommanderHow do you even find the time to study for all those?!究竟是怎么挤出时间来学习的啊？！

CommanderThe equipment in the refitting room seems to be malfunctioning again...整备室的器材好像又出问题了……

PapashaSorry, Commander, it's my fault...抱歉，指挥官，是我的错……

PapashaWhen I heard that Comrade Nagant nearly got hurt while maintaining order, my temper got the best of me...我只是听说，纳甘同志在维护治安时差点受伤，一时没控制好情绪……

PapashaI'll fix the equipment ASAP so it won't hamper others!我会尽快修好器材，不耽误大家使用的！

CommanderYou seem to always wear that medal around.你总是带着那枚勋章呢。

PapashaIt's a keepsake, from someone I once helped...这是一枚信物，来自我曾经帮助过的人……

PapashaIt reminds me to never forget that my duty is to protect others.它能提醒我，不要忘记守护他人的使命。

PapashaCould you... give me one too, Commander? I want to remember the meaning of protecting you...指挥官能否……也送我一个呢？我想铭记，守护指挥官的意义……

CommanderWhat do you usually spend your free time on, Papasha?波波沙有空的时候，都会做些什么？

PapashaHmm. I would think about spending time with everyone and you, Commander.唔，大概会想和指挥官，还有大家待在一起吧。

PapashaBut there's always so much to do... I haven't had any real free time in a long while.不过平时要做的事太多……已经很久没有空闲过了呢。

CommanderWhy does this suddenly feel a little heavy...怎么突然觉得有些沉重……

The wafting aroma enchants, carrying away every trace of my weariness.扑鼻的芬芳，顷刻带走满身的疲惫。

The flavors blooming upon my tongue delight, filling my body with warmth and happiness.舌尖的绽放，幸福的暖意随即拥抱全身。

True To The Roots Ⅰ 初心守候·Ⅰ

PapashaCommander, the parts I asked Comrade Mayling to order have just arrived. We can finally start repairing the City Warden.指挥官，我拜托美玲同志购买的零件刚才送到了，这下终于可以修理护城卫士了。

CommanderThat's some good news... Do you need my help with that?这还真是一个好消息啊……需要我帮忙吗？

Papasha...Eh? Can I really ask for your help? Won't working on the City Warden affect your upcoming schedule?……欸？可以找指挥官帮忙吗？陪我一起修理护城卫士，不会影响到您接下来的工作吗？

CommanderWe just wrapped up part of the ongoing commission, I figure we still have some time before the next phase begins.最近刚完成了部分委托，距离下一段工作开始前还有些可以自由支配的时间。

CommanderBesides, it's your wish after all... I'd like to stay at your side and help you fulfill it as much as possible.而且这毕竟是波波沙提出的愿望……如果可以的话，我想尽量陪你一起将它实现。

PapashaSorry for the trouble then~ Here's the remodeling plan I've drawn up. Please help me review it and see if there's anything needing adjustment or change.那就麻烦指挥官了~这是我准备的改修计划，希望由您来复核，有什么地方需要补充或者调整的吗？

CommanderLet's see... Isn't the amount of onboard weaponry a little bit overkill? And this—"Synchronized Combat Module"? I've never heard of this before.我看看……武装方面的强化是不是太多了一点？还有这个——协同作战模块？很少见呢。

PapashaIt's a modified tactical module I installed before... capable of coordinating every weapon system onboard to provide an optimal attack vector.这是我根据自己以前安装过的战术模块进行改造的成果……能够计算所有安装同类模块单位的弹道与轨迹，并且给出最优的进击路线。

PapashaWith how outdated its weapon systems are, the Synchronized Combat Module is there to make up for the shortcomings through data link with other units.考虑到它的武装配置有些落后，协同作战模块可以通过战场连携来弥补不足。

PapashaAfter all, this thing rolled off its production line around the same time as me. It needs all the advantages it can get to remain effective on the battlefield.毕竟是和我同时期的产物，想要在现在的战场上发挥作用必须各方面都进行一些调整。

PapashaAs for why the Synchronized Combat Module specifically... I thought it could be hooked up and fight alongside me.至于协同作战的模块安装……我是想着可以今后和它在战场上进行配合，一起并肩作战。

PapashaMaybe we can achieve some surprising results in future battles once we get our perfect coordination going. You'll never know for sure.如果能做到默契配合的话，说不定能在今后的作战中实现奇效呢。

CommanderI see... In that case, let's give it the best we've got.这样啊……那好，我们一起改装试试看吧。

(We tried installing some modules, but the results were less than satisfactory.)（我们尝试加装了一些模块，但测试的结果却不尽人意。）

Papasha...Turns out it's a little more complicated than I expected. Large portions of the City Warden's chassis have aged badly, and many components would require a modified connection protocol to work.……比预想的要稍微复杂一些啊，护城卫士的机械部分老化了，很多零部件需要修改下程序的接口协议才能组装。

PapashaWith this model of grenade launcher—the City Warden's fire-control system doesn't recognize it. Installing it will risk the possibility of friendly fire.比如这个型号的榴弹炮，护城卫士的自动火控不支持此类武器，直接挂载的话可能存在着误伤同伴们的风险。

PapashaAnd this machine gun model—it has a bad habit of catastrophic malfunction after sustained automatic fire. We need to check what's up with that.还有这个机枪，这款型号长时间使用的话，炸膛的概率十分高，需要排查下是哪里出了问题。

Commander...That's indeed very dangerous. Should we start with some simpler modules? That way we can quickly gauge its performance and make later modifications easier.……那确实有点太危险了。要不我们先从简单的部分开始改装？这样也能尽快搞清楚它的性能，为之后的改装提供便利。

PapashaSimpler modules? You mean...?简单的部分？指挥官指的是……？

CommanderSay... I think this module looks quite fitting.比如说……这个模块我就觉得挺不错的？

PapashaCleaning module: best for handling common household chores... You want to use it to clean up the Elmo, Commander?“清洁打扫模块，可负责承担常见家务”……指挥官的意思是想让它来做清洁工作吗？

CommanderYeah, perfect for keeping the lounge clean... What's wrong, Papasha? You look a little disappointed.嗯，正好将休息室的打扫工作交给它……怎么了波波沙？感觉上你好像有些低落？

PapashaN-nothing at all! If you say so, we can definitely modify it that way. Let's begin, I'm ready!没、没什么事！既然指挥官那么说了，我们就一起来动手改装吧，走吧，我已经准备好了！

CommanderWe haven't ordered the necessary parts yet. Even if we order now, the soonest they could arrive is tomorrow.我们还没有订购相关的零件呢，就算现在下单最快也要明天才能到。

PapashaO-okay! Then I'll leave it to you, Commander!嗯、嗯！那就拜托指挥官了！

Commander(Odd... Papasha obviously has something on her mind. Could it be she really wants to use the Warden in combat? Let me ask her after the parts arrive.)（奇怪……波波沙看上去明显有什么心事。难道她很想让卫士应用在实战上吗？零件送到后再问问她吧。）

True To The Roots Ⅱ 初心守候·Ⅱ

CommanderSo this is the result of the City Warden's cleaning effort? Looks quite decent, it even got all the nooks and crannies.这就是护城卫士打扫后的结果吗？感觉还挺不错的，边边角角都打扫得很干净呢。

PapashaYeah, and it's doing a better job than I am in some places... That glass panel up there took me almost half an hour last time.嗯，一些地方比我打扫得还要好啊……这块高处的玻璃我当时可是花了近半小时才弄干净的。

Papasha...Anyway. Commander, I've already installed every other module. Let's move on to the weapons now.……不提这个了，指挥官。我已经把其他模块安装好了，现在继续给它安装武装吧。

CommanderTrue, now that we've restored its basic performance, it would be great if it can help everyone out on the battlefield. Let's give it a try.确实，现在它的性能也差不多搞清楚了，如果能在战场上帮到大家也不错。那就试试看吧。

(A while later.)（一段时间后。）

PapashaWhew! While it took some time, but we finally upgraded the standard weapon system! Thank you, Commander!嗯！虽然花了些时间，但总算是把基础的武装升级了！谢谢您，指挥官！

CommanderI simply lent you a hand—it was your effort that got all the modules working seamlessly我只是陪着做了一些工作而已，能顺利完成改装都是你的功劳。

CommanderSpeaking of, you're really good as a mechanic, huh, Papasha? ...I never noticed you had such an affinity for machines back at Griffin.说起来，波波沙很擅长机械的维修啊……之前在格里芬的时候，似乎没注意到你还有这项技能。

PapashaWell... I only picked it up after settling down in the Green Zone's satellite city and started working as a patrol.嗯……我也是在到达绿区卫星城接触巡逻工作后才学会的。

PapashaMost of my teammates were outdated models just like me. Many of our parts have long since gone out of production.那个时候我的队友大多是和我一样老旧型号的人形，很多零部件早已停止了生产。

PapashaUnder such dire conditions, we had no choice but to teach ourselves how to work on other's frames and help with repairs... Over time, I mastered this skill.基于条件的艰苦，我们之间只好互相学习，帮助对方进行素体的维修……久而久之也就掌握了这项技能。

PapashaAre you trying to reach for a tool, Commander? Because you're clutching my hand...指挥官……您是想拿什么东西吗？现在您握住的，是我的手……

CommanderNo, I just want to hold your hand. Those days away from Griffin must've been hard for you.我就只是想牵着你的手而已。离开格里芬的那段时间里真是辛苦你了。

PapashaI-it was my fault due to inexperience, not yours... I should've filed the report earlier.那、那是我疏忽造成的，不是指挥官的责任……我当时应该早点提交报告的。

Papasha...Commander, I can't control my hand all of a sudden. I think my aging frame is causing this.……说起来指挥官，我好像突然控制不住我的手了，是因为型号老旧的关系，素体报错了吗？

CommanderDidn't you just go through maintenance a while ago? It shouldn't be this bad... Ow! Ouch! Your grip's getting a little too tight!可我印象中你前段时间不才检修过吗？正常来说不该出现这样的问题才对……疼疼疼！手被握得有点疼了！

PapashaSorry! But it's not just my hand—my other joints aren't responding either...对不起！但我不止手，其他关节现在也控制不了了……

PapashaWhat? Why is there a "cleaning command is on" pop-up?奇怪，为什么还出现了一个清洁指令已打开的界面……！

PapashaW-what should I do, Commander?指挥官，我该怎、怎么办啊？

CommanderLosing control... Cleaning command...控制不了关节……清洁指令……

CommanderCould it be... the City Warden activated the synchronization module and, without us realizing, reversed the control on you?该不会……是护城卫士启动了协同模块，在没有意识到的情况下反向控制了你这边的行为吗？

PapashaOh no, its cleaning module was installed on me previously, so that's entirely possible... C-Commander, I can't control myself. I think I'm about to drag you into a run. Be careful!糟了，卫士的扫除模块是直接从我这里移植的，确实存在这种可能……我现在控制不了自己，指挥官，我预感要拽着你跑起来了，您注意安全！

CommanderW-wait! Ahhhhh!等、等一下！啊啊啊啊啊！

(After a mad sprint, I manage to help Papasha get rid of the disruption to the program.)（一阵狂奔后，总算帮助波波沙排除了程序的干扰。）

CommanderThat was really dangerous, but... also kind of fun.这次真的有点危险，不过还挺刺激的。

CommanderWe better stop adding any more modules to the Warden until the synchronization module is fully functional.协同模块的升级还需要一点时间，在完成之前，我们就先不给卫士加装模块了吧。

PapashaYeah... Sorry, Commander. Is your hand okay?嗯……对不起指挥官。你的手还好吗？

CommanderStill hurts a little, but it's nothing serious. I'll just get some rest and it should be fine.虽然还有点疼，但是检查下来没什么大碍，这段时间多休息就是了。

True To The Roots Ⅲ 初心守候·Ⅲ

CommanderCome to think of it, I've never asked why you wanted to remodel the Warden in the first place...说起来，我还没有询问你想要改修卫士的理由呢……

PapashaI... On one hand, I want it to be useful to you, and on the other, I kind of resonate with it.我……一方面是希望帮助到指挥官，另一方面，是觉得它和我很像吧。

PapashaMore and more Dolls are joining the Elmo crew as of late. They're all so mighty and have their own unique personalities.最近来到艾莫号上的人形越来越多，大家都很强，也都很有个性。

PapashaIn comparison, I... whether it's in terms of physical prowess or neural capabilities, I stand no chance... I can't even be of help to anyone while in the field.与她们一比，我……不管是素体还是心智，都不怎么起眼……在战场上，也帮不上大家什么忙。

PapashaAnd so, I started taking part in less and less missions, instead spending most of my time doing logistics or just helping where I could.久而久之，我也就很少参与到任务中，更多的是在做后勤工作，帮助帮助大家什么的。

Papasha...Ah, I don't mean to blame you, Commander; I know the difficulties you face, so I wanted to help in my own way.……啊我没有责怪指挥官的意思。我知道指挥官的难处，因此想用自己的方式帮助指挥官。

PapashaThat's when I noticed the City Warden sitting in the Elmo's storeroom.就在这时，我留意到了艾莫号上闲置的护城卫士。

Commander...So you've been working on the Warden with those feelings in mind, Papasha.……波波沙，你是怀着这样的心情在改造护城卫士啊。

PapashaYeah. The only thought on my mind was... if I can successfully remodel it, maybe it can help you in some way, Commander...嗯。当时我就在想，如果改装它的话能不能帮上指挥官的忙……

PapashaBut alas... just like me, it too is unable to keep up with the times.可是，果然……这个孩子和我一样，都已经追不上时代了。

PapashaEven with your help, it's still only good for doing house chores—and probably just get in the way if you try to use it in battle. That thought alone makes me feel at a loss.就算有指挥官的帮助，它也还是更适合用来打扫卫生，在战场上也只会添乱……想到这里我就觉得有些失落。

Commander...Come here, Papasha.波波沙……过来。

Papasha...Eh? C-Commander! The synchronization module interface just popped up again! I-I can't control myself!……欸？指、指挥官！协同模块的界面又出现在我的眼前了！我、我又控制不住自己了！

CommanderA straight-up hug this time, huh? Let me guess... after installing the cleaning module last time, you also added a "healing hug module"?这次是直接拥抱吗？让我猜猜……你上次安装了家政模块后也加装了拥抱治愈模块吗？

PapashaHmm, yes... I can't control my body right now. I have no choice but to keep holding you like this, Commander.嗯、嗯……现在我控制不了自己，只能一直这样抱着指挥官。

Papasha...Does this bother you? I apologize in advance if I'm taking up your time.……指挥官您会感到反感吗？如果耽误到您工作的话，我道歉。

CommanderHow could I find this bothersome when you're this cute? The force of the hug is just right too. It's nothing like last time when you almost crushed my hand.波波沙这么可爱，我怎么可能反感，拥抱的力度也正好，不像之前抓手时那样疼。

PapashaI-I'm glad to hear that... When the error pop-up ends, I'll go remove the synchronization module.那、那就好……等一会它的报错结束，我就去把协同模块拆掉好了。

PapashaIf it keeps executing the wrong command like this, it may just put everyone in danger on the battlefield...如果在战场上错误地执行了指令，可能会把大家也卷入到危险之中……

Papasha...Even with the best effort, a rust bucket really is worthless at the end of the day.……虽然努力过了，果然型号久远的机械帮不上什么忙啊。

CommanderI say we should keep the synchronization module for now. You've poured so much time and effort into it, and it's simply not achieving its best potential right now.我觉得还是先保留协同模块吧，毕竟波波沙你花了那么多心思在上面，目前只是没有正确安装而已。

CommanderWhether it's you or the Warden, what you need is more time. It has nothing to do with being outdated or not performing on part—I'm just happy that you are here to help.而且无论是它还是波波沙，我觉得你们所需要的仅仅是时间。和新旧无关，和性能无关，你们有这份帮助的心我就很开心了。

PapashaC-Commander...指、指挥官……

CommanderHmm? I think your arms are loosening up. Did the module stop running?嗯？好像拥抱的手松了一点了，是那边的拥抱模块停止运作了吗？

PapashaN-not yet! I think it's still malfunctioning, I need to hug you a little longer...还、还没有！我觉得故障还在，还需要再多抱一会……

CommanderI see... we'll do as you say then. But from now on, you must only activate the Warden after finishing a full diagnostic, okay?这样啊……那么就听波波沙的话吧，不过之后要注意在完成检测后才启动卫士哦？

PapashaR-right, that must be why this is happening... even though the training made clear mention of this.对，对啊，事故完全是因为这个原因……明明在之前的培训课程都学过的。

PapashaCommander, I'm so sorry.指挥官，真是不好意思……

CommanderIt's okay. Just remember, safety comes first.没事没事，要记得安全操作永远是第一位的哦。

True To The Roots Ⅳ 初心守候·Ⅳ

CommanderPapasha, your teamwork with the City Warden during that mission was pretty good.波波沙，之前你和护城卫士在执行任务时的配合很不错啊。

CommanderI reckon that seamless coordination can even let you go toe-to-toe against a proper elite unit of today. Guess that's the synchronization module's true power.那种巧妙的连携，就算是与现今主流精英部队的成员对抗也不会有劣势，这都是协同模块的功劳吧？

PapashaI owe it all to you, Commander—without you, I wouldn't be able to stand on my own...都是因为指挥官的帮助，我才能成为独当一面的人形……

PapashaBut that's not enough... I'll keep working hard so that I can contribute more for you.不过还不够……我还会继续努力，为指挥官献上更多的力量。

Commander...I really appreciate your effort, Papasha, but I don't want you to think your contribution is all that makes you worthwhile.……我很感谢波波沙的心情，可是，我不希望看到波波沙觉得自己没有帮上大家的忙。

PapashaWhen you left Griffin... I cried all the time. And it's not just me, many of our old comrades too... It was when we truly understood the meaning of tears.因为……在指挥官离开格里芬的时候，我一直都在哭泣，不只是我，还有很多过去的伙伴也……初次知道了泪水的含义。

PapashaWas our weakness the reason you left us, we wondered, especially after learning what you sacrificed for our freedom...是不是因为我们太弱小了，才让指挥官不得不离开，特别是知道指挥官为了我们的自由放弃了什么以后……

CommanderPapasha...波波沙……

CommanderSorry for causing such painful memories.让你有不好的回忆了，真是过意不去啊。

PapashaNo, Commander. Even though these are painful memories, I can finally understand what you were thinking... now that we've reunited and I've learned more about you...指挥官，错了哦，虽然是很痛苦的记忆，但是因为已经和指挥官相逢了，现在的我……能够明白指挥官那时候的想法了。

PapashaHad you stayed, I would've been perfectly content with just following you around. It was precisely that separation that taught even someone like me how to work hard.如果指挥官没有离开，我就一定会满足于跟随着您，正是因为那个时候的别离，就算是这样的我，也知道应该如何努力。

PapashaThere was a time I was afraid of being left behind, of repeating what happened at the Green Zone's satellite city.有一段时间我很害怕自己被抛下，害怕和绿区卫星城那样重蹈覆辙。

PapashaBut now I've seen through it all: things like that will never happen as long as you're around.但现在我明白了，只要有指挥官在，那样的事情就永远不会发生。

PapashaAnd during these times together, I've also realized what kind of feeling I'm harboring for you.而且在这段时间的相处里，我也意识到现在自己对指挥官抱有的感情到底是什么。

PapashaAh, the synchronization module is running again. I feel like I'm about to hug you...啊，好像协同的模块又被打开了，我感觉自己又要抱住指挥官了……

PapashaSorry, Commander. After this is over, I'll go cut the Warden's power.不好意思指挥官，等这次结束之后，我这就去把护城卫士的电源切断。

CommanderLeave it to me this time.这一次就交给我来吧。

(I hug Papasha first, stroking her head to comfort her.)（我先一步抱住了波波沙，摸着她的头予以安慰。）

CommanderYou've worked hard for a long time, Papasha.这段时间辛苦你了，波波沙。

CommanderI won't leave you again.我不会再离开你们了。

PapashaCommander... M-my Commander!指挥官……我的，我的指挥官！

PapashaActually... there's something I want to confess... This time around... And last time too... I...其实……我有个事情想要向指挥官坦白……不管是上一次，还是这一次……我……

CommanderIf you're trying to say that the synchronization module isn't actually malfunctioning, I already knew.如果是想说协同模块没有故障这一点，其实我早就知道了。

CommanderYou know, you can be a little too considerate at times, Papasha. You always think for everyone else and keep repressing your own feelings.波波沙有的时候太懂事了一些，很多事情都为大家着想，一直在克制自己的情绪。

CommanderWhen we're together like this, it's okay if you want to act all spoiled. I don't mind it.像现在这样相处的时候其实你可以直白撒娇，我是不会介意的。

PapashaHmm, okay... Thank you, Commander. If that's the case...嗯、嗯……谢谢你，指挥官。既然这样的话……

(Her lips brush against my cheek, then shyly pull away after a moment.)（她的嘴唇靠近我的脸颊，片刻后才不好意思地挪开。）

PapashaHehe, I'll slowly learn how to act spoiled. Please keep watching over me, Commander.嘿嘿，我会慢慢学习怎么撒娇的。指挥官，也请你今后继续关注我吧。

Collection Overview 1 收藏展示1

PapashaSorry to bother you, Commander. Can I ask for your help with something?指挥官，不好意思打扰了。有件事，我想要寻求您的帮助。

PapashaI noticed a City Warden sitting idle on the Elmo and I feel like it's a bit of a waste to leave it like that. Maybe we could repair it and put it to use.我之前无意间看到了艾莫号上的护城卫士，觉得它被闲置在那有点可惜，想要将它维修一下让它重新派上用场。

PapashaI already procured most of the parts, but I can't afford the rest on my savings alone.我已经买了大部分的零件，但还有一些凭我现在的存款实在无力支付。

PapashaSo... I just wonder if you could advance some of my salary to purchase the remaining parts?嗯……我就想问问，您是否可以预支我薪水，让我去采购缺失的部分呢？

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Sorry to bother you...打扰了…

PapashaSpasibo, Commander! I'll go place the order with Comrade Mayling right away!指挥官，谢谢你！我这就去找美玲同志下单！

Papasha...I see. I didn't expect Elmo's finances to be so tight. In that case, I'll try to think of another way!……这样啊，我没想到艾莫号的资金那么紧张。那我会再去想想办法的！

Kitchen Chat 1 厨房闲谈1

PapashaCommander, please have a taste!指挥官，请您尝尝看吧！

A mellow richness lingers between the lips and teeth, its rapturous aftertaste long and enduring.醇厚的滋味在唇齿间缱绻，幸福的余韵悠长，经久不散。

CommanderEvery mouthful tastes like bliss.每一口都是幸福的味道。

PapashaI specifically asked comrades who are good at cooking for help. I'm sure it's to your liking!这次特意向擅长烹饪的同志们学习了一下，一定能让您满意！

Full of love.诚意满满啊。

A delicacy on the tongue...舌尖上的美味……

CommanderHmm, as expected of Papasha—it's full of love.嗯，不愧是波波沙的手艺，诚意满满啊。

PapashaBeing able to meet your expectations is my greatest honor!能达到您的期待，就是我最大的荣幸！

CommanderTen out of ten for the effort alone!满分努力！

CommanderHow did you turn such plain ingredients into an outstanding dish...?普通的食材，原来也可以做出这么出色的料理啊……

The deep aroma coils around the tongue, wrapping me in a cloud of tenderness.浓郁的香气萦绕舌尖，仿佛坠入温柔的云端。

Kitchen Chat 2 厨房闲谈2

PapashaAre you hungry, Commander? I prepared some food, but I don't know if it suits your taste...指挥官是饿了吗？我试着准备了一些吃的，不知道合不合您的胃口……

Her thoughtful cooking brings out soul-stirring flavors from even the simplest ingredients.合理的烹调让最简单的食材碰撞出令人动容的滋味。

CommanderThe perfectly managed heat brings out a natural harmony of taste.恰到好处的火候，食材的美味浑然天成。

PapashaDon't forget to eat even when you're busy, okay? Commander, what do you think?再忙也别忘了吃饭哦。指挥官觉得如何？

Has room for improvement.调味还有提升空间。

The taste is okay.味道还可以。

CommanderNot bad... but the flavor could be stronger.还不错……不过调味还可以再重一点。

PapashaI see... I'll go look for more recipes to study!这样吗……我这就去再多找几份菜谱，学习一下！

CommanderHope you find things to improve on.还有进步空间。

CommanderIt's not my usual type of dish... but the taste is okay.虽然有点吃不惯……但味道还是可以的。

With a single bite, their freshness blooms upon the palate.一口下去，食材的鲜味在口中绽放。

Kitchen Chat 3 厨房闲谈3

PapashaI've been learning new recipes lately. Could I trouble you to help me taste-test?最近学习了新菜谱，可以麻烦指挥官，帮我试吃一下吗？

An indescribably complex sensation surges in my chest, leaving my mind in a daze.难以名状的复杂口感涌上心间，以至脑海只剩一片茫然。

CommanderA mysterious flavour—yet somehow, it feels familiar.迷之口感，但吃起来有点熟悉。

PapashaI've studied this recipe for the past week, but I haven't had anyone test the results yet...我已经学了一周了，不过还没有找人验证过成果……

Better give it up.放弃新菜谱比较好。

The thought matters more.心意比菜更重要。

CommanderThis recipe... it's better to let it go...这份菜谱，还是不要继续学了……

PapashaDid I let you down... Sorry... it won't happen again!是辜负了您的期待吗……抱歉……不会再有下次了！

CommanderIt's okay...没关系……

CommanderAhem... What counts is your thought, not how the dish tastes.咳咳……菜怎么样不重要，有这份心意就行了。

My once-keen sense of taste slowly loses its bearings amid this strange experience.昔日敏锐的味觉在此刻陌生的体验中逐渐迷失了方向。

Boundaries of Helping 帮助的界限

PapashaCommander, Comrade Ksenia asked me to cover her shift at her side job for a day...指挥官，科谢尼娅同志请我帮她兼职一天……

PapashaShould I... say yes?我……应该答应她吗？

I've never seen you hesitate like this.波波沙也会这么犹豫啊。

You should learn to say no.有时候也该学会拒绝哦。

Papasha...You're right—I shouldn't have hesitated.……您说得对，我不该犹豫的。

PapashaHelping everyone is what I should be doing!帮助大家，本就是我应该做的！

PapashaI'll go right now!我这就去！

PapashaI see...这样啊……

PapashaThough she would always help me out, I've already planned to spend that day with you, Commander...虽然她平常也帮了我很多，但那天我已经计划好，和指挥官一起度过了……

PapashaIf that's what you meant, I understand.既然您这么说，那我明白了。

PapashaI'll talk to her about it!我会尽力去和她沟通一下的！

Strive To Improve! 努力改进！

PapashaThe "Elmo Hull Improvement Plan" has finally been compiled, but should I really tell Comrade Mayling about this?虽然车体的改进方案已经整理好了，但是真的要告诉美玲同志吗？

PapashaAfter the recent procurement of supplies, the budget must be...前阵子才刚采购完一批物资，经费肯定……

(Keep eavesdropping.)（继续默默偷听）

If you need help, just tell me about it.需要支持就直接申请吧。

Papasha...No, I can't trouble the Commander and Comrade Mayling any more.……不行，不能再给指挥官和美玲同志添麻烦了。

PapashaUsing my salary to cover the cost, I should be able to push through one or two improvement projects!用我的工资补贴一下，应该勉强能推行一两个改进项！

CommanderHuh? Papasha, wait! We still have budget!嗯？波波沙等一下！经费还有的啊！

PapashaAh! Commander? So you heard everything...呀！指挥官？您都听到了吗……

PapashaI'll strive to improve Elmo's hull to its best possible state!那我会努力，将车体改进到最佳状态的！

PapashaIn any case, I won't let you down!总之，一定不会让您失望的！

Dorm Dialogue 1 宿舍对话1

PapashaThere seems to be a lot of work today... Ah, don't worry, Commander, I'll make sure I complete your requests!今天的工作有点多呢……啊，指挥官不用担心，您的请求我会好好完成的！

PapashaHuh? You need my help? Feel free to let me know!诶，是需要我帮忙吗？请尽管吩咐吧！

Warm Days 暖心日常

PapashaCommander, is there anything you wish me to do?指挥官，有什么想要吩咐我完成的吗？

PapashaHehe, don't worry, I'll make sure to get enough rest.嘿嘿，放心我会注意休息的。

PapashaI want to protect the days we're having now.我想守护好像现在这样的日子。

Wintertide Conflict I 冬季争端I

PapashaI heard Ksenia say that Suomi brought back a new game.听科谢尼娅说索米带回来了一个新的游戏。

PapashaI must settle the score with her today.今天我一定要和她分出胜负。

Wintertide Conflict II 冬季争端II

PapashaAHHH! I used the wrong ultimate skill.啊啊啊啊啊！最后不小心搓错大招了。

PapashaNo... now the score's 491 wins and 492 losses...不行这样就是491胜492败了……

Wintertide Conflict III 冬季争端III

PapashaCommander, wanna play some games together?指挥官，要和我一起去打游戏吗？

PapashaWait, why's she here too?等等，她怎么今天也在这里。

PapashaNo, I have to get my revenge!不行，我一定要复仇！

Wintertide Conflict IV 冬季争端IV

PapashaCommander, I just settled a longstanding grudge!指挥官，我刚刚报仇雪恨了哦~

Papasha493 wins, starting today!今天开始就是493胜！

Wintertide Conflict V 冬季争端V

PapashaCommander, she was using super cheesy moves against me just now!指挥官，这个坏蛋刚刚不停地用非常作弊的操作对付我！

PapashaBut I still figured out how to beat it, of course!不过我还是破解了她的招数！

Wintertide Conflict VI 冬季争端VI

PapashaDon't worry, Commander...指挥官，不用担心……

PapashaThere's no way I'll lose!我一定会赢的！

Wintertide Conflict VII 冬季争端VII

PapashaUgh... Let's call it for now. My neural cloud's about to overload.呃……还是先休战吧……我的心智快过载了。

PapashaIt's not often we come to an agreement... Don't be like us, seriously...难得我和她达成共识……您可千万不能学我们……

Affinity Records 契合度记录

Record 1After leaving Griffin, she worked in various satellite cities. For some time she was even a member of the same law enforcement department where Mosin-Nagant, Ksenia, and Nagant worked. Now she's back as a part of the Elmo. Her nature is gentle and kind, humble and selfless, and she is very determined to protect her companions. In her effort to “help everyone”, she constantly learns new skills, and the number of licenses she possesses is thicker than a dictionary. She isn't good at turning others down, which occasionally leads to them taking advantage of her, but despite that her principles remains unwavering—”No matter what wish the Commander has, Papasha will make sure to fulfill it!”离开格里芬后辗转于不同的卫星城，曾与莫辛纳甘、科谢尼娅、纳甘同属治安管理部门，如今重新成为艾莫号的一员。 温和友善，谦虚无私，对守护同伴抱有强烈的执念。为了能“帮上大家”时常学习新技能，持有的执照摞在一起比字典还厚。 不擅长拒绝的性格偶尔也会被人利用，好在她从未放弃信念——“无论指挥官有什么样的心愿，波波沙一定会做到的！”

Record 2Seeing her renewal application denied, Papasha let out a sigh. Indeed, she should've foreseen... After the recent restructuring, Griffin needs the elite and the exceptional. She is but an outdated model with mediocre combat abilities... How can she be a burden in such times? Remaining positions are scarce anyway, and she should willingly accept relocation for the good of Griffin, so as to not cause Ms. Helian any discomfort. Still... she found it hard to leave Griffin. On the other hand, perhaps her abilities may be more useful elsewhere? No... No matter what others thought, she needed to push herself harder. She strongly believed that it is not the stage that should be honored, but rather the actions. It was time to choose the relocation unit. She was wondering where she would be sent, but ultimately, the location mattered little. Her conviction to protect everyone stays the same, no matter where she is, right?看着未能得到批准的留任申请，波波沙叹了口气。 是呀，我早该想到的……重组后的格里芬百废待兴，需要更精英、更优秀的同志留下。而我，机型老旧，作战能力也一般……怎么能留在这里拖后腿呢？本来留任的机会就少之又少，为了格里芬，我应该主动接受安置的，这样也不会让赫丽安女士为难了。 呜，可是……还是舍不得离开格里芬呀…… 换个角度想，也许，在新的地方，人们会更需要我呢？不……不如说无论别人怎么想，我都要努力才行。荣誉不分场合，关键在于我做了什么！ 快要选择安置单位了吧？不知道我的去处究竟会是哪里呢？不过在哪里都没关系，守护大家的信念，在哪里都不会变，不是吗？

Record 3"Papasha, are you available now?" "Papasha, over here!" "Hey, you know how to operate this machine, right? Come help me out!" In response to these casual requests, Papasha would always agree as if it was the most natural thing ever. Even if her shift had already ended, even if there was no incentive to aid them, and even when she had to dig into her own pockets instead—she was always ready to help with a warm smile every time someone required assistance. Occasionally, she would receive a few thank-you letters from the locals, as well as rare praise from her colleagues, recorded by her auditory module. She would carefully collect them and treat them as prized possessions, like a child's candy or a hero's medal of honor. In moments of fatigue, reminiscing about those compliments fills her with a motivation to face another day. She firmly believes that protecting everyone is an honor in itself.“波波沙，现在有空吧？” “波波沙，这边！” “喂，这个机器你会用是吧？过来帮忙！” 对于这些理所当然的呼声，波波沙也总是理所当然地答应下来。即使工作时间已经结束，即使毫无报酬甚至要自己掏钱，她也总是微笑着帮忙完成一桩桩请求。 偶尔，几封来自市民的感谢信也会递到她手上，其他同事难得的赞赏也会飘入听觉模块。她小心翼翼地将它们收纳、珍藏，像孩子对待糖果，像英雄对待荣誉勋章。疲惫时捧出来反复品味，便有了继续下去的动力。 为了守护大家奉献自己，是她深信不疑的荣耀。

Record 4When it comes to the person with the most certifications and licenses on the Elmo, everyone instantly thinks of Papasha. Certificates for hazardous material transportation, gantry crane operations, fusion welding and thermal cutting... Some of them were obtained in satellite cities, while yet more were earned after her return to the Elmo. Papasha seems to hold a license for virtually every skill one can think of from a myriad of different professions. No one knows where she finds the time to study, and occasionally she encounters fields that she hasn't explored before. However, everyone knows that whenever there is an issue, Papasha is certain to try her best to help. "Hmm, this is something I haven't done before... No worries, I'll read up on it! I will certainly be able to lend a hand!"说起艾莫号上资格证书和执照最多的人，大家都会不约而同想到波波沙。 危险品运输资格证、龙门吊作业证、熔化焊接与热切割作业证……一部分是在卫星城时考取的，更多的则是回到艾莫号后才获得的。各行各业，大家想得到的技能，波波沙几乎都有执照。 没人知道她学习的时间从何而来，偶尔她也会碰到自己没有接触过的领域。但所有人都知道，只要有需要她的请求，波波沙就一定会努力做到。 “唔，这个我以前没有做过呢……没关系，我去学习一下！一定能帮上忙的！”

Record 5Perhaps Papasha learned a big portion of her skills from those around her, but there is one thing only she can do. Usually Papasha always greets everyone with a smile, but when she witnesses injustices, when a companion is wounded, or she loses contact with the Commander, abnormalities start occurring in the surrounding machinery. They can be as minor as issues with lighting or door functions, or as severe as drones going rogue or the Elmo speeding up uncontrollably... Yet, this peculiar trait doesn't always cause trouble; in critical situations, it can occasionally prevent an impending disaster. Papasha constantly strives to gain control over it, and situations that stir up her emotions gradually decrease. But every time the Commander wanders into harm's way, these disruptions promptly resurface. “If only the Commander could always remains safe... I must do my best to protect them!” Papasha often thinks.波波沙或许向别人学习了很多，但唯独一件事只有她能做到。 总是对人笑脸相迎的波波沙，在有人受到不公待遇时，在队友受到伤害时，在和指挥官失去联络时……身边的机械就会出现各种异常。 轻则照明短路、自动门失灵，重则无人机暴走、艾莫号超速…… 这个特别的能力并不总是带来麻烦，危急时刻偶尔也能发挥奇效。波波沙正努力学着控制它，能让波波沙情绪激动的场合也逐渐减少。然而每每指挥官遇险，这种情况就总会重现。 要是指挥官能一直安全就好了……一定要努力守护好指挥官才行！波波沙想。

Record 6I was curious whether Papasha had come across any memorable cases during her time in the security team, so I brought it up during some casual chat. "Actually, yes, there was one incident. When I was assisting a resident once, I inadvertently stumbled upon a lead linked to a murder case. That case, later on, linked back to an older unidentified body case and eventually led me to bust an identity chip theft and smuggling ring. These guys would even harm innocent citizens just for their own benefit. It was just absolutely intolerable!" "So, the memorable part is that all cases were linked and you had to peel away layers one by one during the investigation?" "Ah, actually it's because I couldn't turn down a request from a citizen. This caused my work to be delayed and resulted in a punishment for my team. However, without this incident, I wouldn't have been able to acquire that lead which helped everyone crack the case. I lost some and gained some in return—and that's the charm of it. She pulled out a brooch, fiddled with it for a second, and then it suddenly spoke, “Sorry, I'm busy at the moment!” ”Look, comrade Nagant even gave me this device that allows me to decline requests. Nonetheless, it hasn't come in handy since my return to the Elmo... After all, it's Papasha's duty to help everyone, especially the Commander!“我很好奇波波沙在治安小队里是否会碰到什么印象深刻的案件，于是在偶然的一次聊天中，我问及了这件事。 “倒是有一个呢。之前因为帮助了一位市民，我意外获得了一起凶杀案的线索，继而牵扯到了更早的一起无名尸案，最终捣毁了制造命案的身份芯片盗窃走私团伙。这些家伙，为了自己的利益伤害无辜市民，不可原谅！” “所以，印象深刻之处在于，案件环环相扣，过程抽丝剥茧？” “啊，其实是……因为我无法拒绝那位市民的请求，导致帮忙时耽误了工作时间，让小队受罚了……可是，如果没有这次帮忙，我也就无法获得线索，让大家破案立功了。有失有得，也是很神奇的体验呀。” 她不知从哪里掏出一枚胸针，摆弄了一下，胸针突然发出声音：“很抱歉，我暂时没空！” “看，为了让我能够拒绝别人的请求，纳甘同志甚至送了我这么一个回绝装置呢。不过自从回到了艾莫号，这枚胸针就不太用得上了。毕竟，大家的请求，尤其是指挥官的，波波沙无论如何都会帮上忙的哦！”

Record 7Papasha has this love for wearing the same outfit. I understand that Dolls don't need to switch up their style like us humans, but when I see others changing their looks I couldn't help but ask if she wanted some new clothes. Papasha looked pleasantly surprised but also a tad hesitant. "I appreciate your kindness, Commander! However... I wear this all the time for a reason. It's my uniform from my time in a police squad in a satellite city, not to mention I also wore it when we crossed paths again. It holds great sentimental value. Whenever I wear it, I'm constantly reminded of my duty to protect everyone, so I'm unlikely to ever forget to protect you, Commander!" She suddenly adjusted the shiny medal on her chest and hastily added that she's been taking good care of the uniform by cleaning and repairing it regularly, hoping it wouldn't impact her work, combat performance or make me feel embarrassed. Judging from her flustered face, she didn't seem likely to give in anytime soon. Maybe next time, I'll surprise her with a new outfit in her wardrobe and call it a reward for protecting everyone. That way, I'm sure she won't refuse it.波波沙总是喜欢穿着同一套衣装。我知道人形并不需要像人类一样经常改变造型，但看到别人都换上了新衣时，我还是忍不住询问，需不需要给她添置新的衣装。 波波沙有些惊喜但也有点犹豫。 “谢谢指挥官！不过……我总是穿成这样其实是有原因的哦。这套衣服是我在卫星城治安小队时的工作服，也是我与指挥官重逢时的着装，很有纪念意义呢。穿着它，我就能时刻铭记守护大家的使命，也更加不会忘记要守护好指挥官！” 说着，她抬手扶正了胸前那枚被擦得闪闪发亮的徽章，紧接着像是突然想起什么，匆忙解释道有好好清洁和修补衣服，不会影响工作和作战，更不会给我丢脸云云。 看她慌乱的样子，想必一时半会是不会松口了。干脆下次直接给她的衣柜来个惊喜好了，“守护好大家的奖励”……波波沙一定不会拒绝的吧。

Record 8Late at night, having finally finished my workload, I notice a faint glow coming from Papasha's dorm—at this hour, that's the only lit up place aside from the ops room. Quietly, I push the door open only to find Papasha fast asleep at her desk with the screen in front of her still on. What caught my eye on the screen was a checklist. "Today's To-Do List: Routine combat drill - check Assist comrade Mayling in repairing the warehouse surveillance drone - check Help the captain compile the “Э-606 Excavator Maintenance Guide” - check Aid the Commander in organizing materials - check, Help the Commander make a new seat cushion - check. While the Commander was asleep, I took the liberty of measuring their physiological curvature. I hope the cushions will be even more comfortable this time around. I'll ask the Commander about it tomorrow! Support the Commander in checking the outdoor equipment and mending any wear and tear - check. However, if possible, I'd prefer the Commander to avoid visiting dangerous locations... Bargain with the underground brokers on Commander's behalf - in progress (16/30). I haven't completely grasped the haggling techniques I learned from comrade Ksenia yet. Need to find more case studies for a thorough learning experience! Plan an anniversary gift for the Commander - pending... I'm still puzzled about the perfect gift. Beginning to prepare well in advance didn't help... What if the Commander doesn't like my choice? Perhaps... should I simply ask? But that would surely strip the gift of its element of surprise and it wouldn't be thoughtful... Don't get disheartened so easily, Papasha! Since I've got time, I'll take it slow. I'm sure I'll eventually figure out the Commander's personality! Yes! We'll keep working hard tomorrow as well!”深夜，我难得处理完了工作，却发现除了指挥室外，还有一点荧光从波波沙的休息室中透出。 我轻轻推开门，波波沙已经趴在桌子上睡着了，面前的屏幕倒还亮着，一列清单映入我的眼帘—— “今日事务清单： 例行实兵演习——完成 帮美玲同志修理仓库巡检无人机——完成 帮队长整理《Э-606挖掘机维修指南》——完成 帮指挥官整理资料——完成 帮指挥官做新的座椅靠垫——完成。趁指挥官睡着的时候特意测量了生理曲度，这次做的靠垫应该更舒服了吧，明天问问指挥官好了！ 帮指挥官检查外出装备，缝补缺口——完成。但如果可以的话，还是希望指挥官不要总是去危险的地方呀…… 帮指挥官同暗商砍价——学习中（16/30），科谢尼娅同志今天教的砍价方法感觉还没吃透，要再找些案例努力学习才行！ 给指挥官准备纪念日的礼物——未完成……还是不知道送什么合适呀，就算提前这么久开始准备也没用……要是指挥官不喜欢怎么办？呜……要不还是直接问问？可那样就没有惊喜，也不够用心了…… 不能轻易气馁呀波波沙！既然还有时间，就慢慢打听好了，总会知道指挥官的心意的！ 嗯！明天也要继续加油呀！”

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