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OHDOM 301-330

Chapter 301: Welt, I Will Remember You

"The Iron Pilot Column is in place, the Padrino Corps is in place, the drone firepower is in place, the long-range energy weapons are in place, the space-based weapons are in place... Siegfried, where is Siegfried? Is he here?"

"I'm here, I'm here!"

Siegfried sat on top of the tall Titan BT and waved to Cocolia below.

Cocolia nodded expressionlessly and continued to confirm the battle formation on the tab.

Today is the last day of Welt's timekeeping.

Around sunset, the three anti-entropy scientific research leaders will open the Eye of The Deep.

The one who will come back at that time may not be the Anti-Entropy Alliance Leader, the Young Alliance Leader, and Seele, but Kevin.

For this reason, Einstein handed over the command of almost all the armed forces of the headquarters, and Cocolia also took the risk of pulling over military forces, including most of the Pilot Column from her hometown in the East Shenzou Sea.

"Friends come with wine, jackals come with cannons. Anti-Entropy is still Anti-Entropy after all; not every cat or dog can stroke the tiger's whiskers—but, Leader, I hope you can be more reliable this time."

Cocolia stood at the front of the coastline, looking down at the surging sea. Her cold eyes seemed to pass through the seawater, looking at The Deep City in the deep sea below.

"He has always been reliable, but he doesn't think much of himself."

Einstein came to Cocolia with a faint expression, but there was worry between her eyebrows.

Just like when she saw Welt flying to the moon during the Second Eruption.

Cocolia turned her head and, in addition to Einstein, she also saw Tesla biting her lips and saying nothing.

The two doctors were completely unable to hide their worries and hesitations, but they couldn't stop Welt's will, and there was nothing they could do except cooperate as much as possible.

"Schicksal and World Serpent have not made any moves yet. It is understandable that Otto is sitting on the mountain and watching the fight between the tigers, but from the intelligence collected these days, Kevin is the lord of the World Serpent, and there is no reason for the World Serpent to have no reaction... What are they thinking? Did we really block the headquarters' intelligence perfectly, or do they have absolute confidence in Kevin?"

Cocolia tried to change the subject.

Unfortunately, the effect was not good. Tesla just stared at the sea surface. As for Einstein, she just glanced at Cocolia and followed Tesla.

She just don't know whether they were too worried about Welt or trusted Cocolia too much, so they handed all these external affairs to her?

...

"Lord Shenzhou, are you at the scene?"

"Well, as you said, Anti-Entropy has deployed strict firepower along the coast, and the sea and the sky are also very tight. It seems that they are indeed ready to open the portal and are even prepared to deal with Kevin."

In the higher sky, the little ELF was in the clouds and responded to the gray Serpent with a cold voice. Gray Serpent couldn't actually get the specific information of the Anti-Entropy Headquarters.

But this time there were so many military forces mobilized, and the traces were there anyway. After Gray Serpent sorted out and analyzed it, he roughly understood Cocolia's purpose.

It must be said that he really is a talent, especially when he is used by Angel; it is really trouble-free.

"Lord Shamash, what are you going to do?"

"I will watch from a distance. Unless Kevin shows up, I will not appear to stimulate Anti-Entropy. After all, The Deep is still in their hands, and now is not the time to completely break up with them and turn the whole world upside down."

"Lord Shamash is wise. Then I have nothing to say here. I wish the Lord and Lord Shamash a victorious return."

"Well, you have worked hard."

After ending the call with the humble and loyal Gray Serpent, Shamash blinked, put her small palm on her face, and rubbed it slowly.

[Alas, it's so tiring, with a stiff face every day and sitting on the mini throne like a sculpture... This Gray Serpent is really formalistic.]

Out of admiration for the Flamechasers, Gray Serpent extended his respect to Shamash, who was Kevin's armed ELF, and always put on the posture of a subordinate. Shamash had no choice but to cooperate and maintain the stance.

After a long time, it was really tiring.

He was not as good as the free and casual Jackal.

However, this was just the beginning because after Kevin returns, she would have to maintain the same cold image as this big ice block.

Thinking of this, Shenzhou felt even more tired.

…

"Sister Seele, today's test paper scored 94 points, which has caught up with the progress of high school courses. Great!"

"Pa pa pa!"

Ninti clapped her hands, with a silly expression on her face. She didn't show any joy, but the lively tail shaking behind her showed her mood.

Seele touched her head, lowered her head embarrassedly, and showed a shy smile.

"It's all Ninti's good teaching. Thank you, Ninti."

It's not just because of teaching her homework, but also because during this time, she felt at ease as if she were back home, which made her forget that she was still in the Sea of Quanta from time to time.

"Ninti, you are so nice."

Emotionally, Seele reached out and hugged Ninti tightly.

Ninti's tail was straight and stiff in an instant, as if she were frightened.

'Ah, it is worthy of the best nutrition in the orphanage. Although it has just taken shape and is still in a promising growth period in the future... But this softness, this fragrance, ah... Not good, I have to stabilize my personality; at least I can't drool!'

Then the tail ran to Seele's waist uncontrollably and gently wrapped around her, as if responding to this hug.

The extremely sweet and lovely warm picture reflected in Welt's eyes made the old man smile very kindly.

Then he took out the pocket watch that was about to go to the predetermined time from his arms. His eyes condensed, and the smile gradually disappeared from his face.

"Ninti."

Welt called in a heavy tone.

Ninti raised her head from Seele's milk fragrance, opened her cute big eyes, and slowly looked at Welt.

"Joachim, what's wrong?"

"I have something to ask of you."

"Hmm?"

"Listen to me, Ninti. You will be responsible for protecting your Sister Seele later, and when I say go... you must run to the real world without looking back, okay?"

Welt raised his hand, pressed it on Ninti's little head, and looked at her with serious eyes.

Ninti seemed to be a little confused and was stunned for a while, then slowly widened her eyes.

"Joachim, you..."

"Don't worry, I will be fine. Rather, whether I can go back safely depends on whether Ninti can get back home quickly."

Welt smiled mysteriously, gently grabbed Ninti's little hand, and held it tightly. The next second, Ninti clearly felt a powerful force transferred to her body, exactly the same as the source of power she borrowed from Welt several times.

"Joachim!?"

Ninti stared at Welt in extreme surprise.

The next moment, the boundless chill permeated the warm air in the room.

The sky was torn apart, the city collapsed, and everything in the Bubble World turned into scattered ash fragments, disappearing in the empty quantum void.

Ninti subconsciously wrapped her tail around Seele's waist and dragged her to her side, then looked at Kevin with a cold face, and then looked at Welt, who was slowly taking off his glasses, with a look of dilemma, confusion, and helplessness in the tit-for-tat atmosphere.

In short, it was a 100-point act.

The two grown men naturally would not extend the conflict to the "innocent" Ninti.

Welt raised his hand, stroked Ninti's little head soothingly, pointed in a direction by feeling, and said:

"Go, take Seele home. Leave the rest to us."

Welt smiled slightly, pushed his hand, and a repulsive force sent the defenseless Ninti away.

Kevin just watched, neither blocking nor attacking. After confirming that Ninti had gone a distance away, he turned his gaze to Welt.

"You finally made this decision, the Herrscher of Reason."

"In fact, I prefer the name Welt, which is the name inherited from my most admired elder."

"Then Welt, I think you are ready to face me."

"Giant Serpent that covets the world, I can see that your return will bring a haze that covers the entire world... I'm sorry, please stop here. One day, the child will come back to pick you up, but it will be after our world is safe, not now!"

Welt raised his hand, and the Star of Eden took shape in his hand. The terrifying gravity absorbed all the energy and matter around it.

"!!!"

However, he suddenly shrank his pupils because Kevin's iron-hard hand had grabbed his wrist at some point.

"Welt, a special Herrscher of Reason, I will remember this name and your precious qualities." Kevin said so, with a cold look in his eyes.

At the same time, Welt's astonished expression froze on his face, and the battle-hardened body of the Herrscher was shattered by the indescribable terrifying force, and nothing was left in the blink of an eye.

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Chapter 302: Beyond Joyce

"Sure enough, it's just a simple shell. The handshake just now has actually transferred the core to Ninti, right?"

"Sorry, I shouldn't have played this kind of trick, let alone involved Ninti. But you are too strong; I have no choice but to be shameless once."

Welt's response came from the void, like an echo in a valley, coming from all directions, and the real source could not be found.

Kevin looked up and saw that Welt's power had turned into star-like light, lingering around and emitting strange fluctuations.

Kevin frowned and judged.

"Are you building a Bubble World?"

"The research results of the Bubble World these days are just trifles. I'm sorry to laugh at you. I have to thank you for giving me such a long rest time, allowing Ninti to heal my injuries and giving me enough time to think and prepare."

"The Bubble World can't stop me."

"I know. But enough Bubble Worlds stacked together can also restrain you for a short time. This little bit of time is enough."

Welt's voice fell, and the power stored in his body was invested in the construction of the Bubble World without reservation.

Kevin saw layers of barriers quickly taking shape above his head.

Soon, a multi-layered special Bubble World enveloped the surroundings, creating a situation with no way forward and isolating Kevin's perception of the real world.

"Hmm?"

Kevin watched all this calmly as the terrifying Honkai energy condensed into black ice and spread rapidly on the ground.

……

"Ninti, what's going on? Uncle Welt and Mr. Kevin, they, they..."

"Ninti already knows Joachim's plan. Anyway, let's send Sister Seele back first."

Ninti decisively interrupted Seele's question, dragged her with her tail, and after flying in the void for a while, rushed into a huge space shaped like a shaft.

There was light at an infinitely high place—light that penetrates from the real dimension.

And thousands of chains were constantly interweaving and connecting, trying to block the way home.

Moreover, one after another, ferocious quantum shadows were breeding in the passage, baring their fangs and claws as if a hungry wolf pack had seen two lambs that had broken into their territory.

"What is this?"

"The blockade of the Sea of Quanta, presented in the form of human senses, seems to have the characteristics of welcoming those who come and retaining those who leave."

"What should I do? I... I can fight too!"

"No, Sister Seele, just follow me. Ninti will protect Sister Seele."

Ninti was in front, so Seele could not see her expression and could only hear the soft and tender voice, full of determination.

Ninti breathed slowly, clasped her hands together, and recalled the mechanical knowledge she had learned before.

Joyce is the original Herrscher of Reason; he can reproduce first, then understand, and then surpass the original.

Welt is the successor; he can only fully understand first and then reproduce one-to-one.

And Ninti is the original Herrscher of Dominance, and the power of plunder is her power. This power of reason in her hands is not much different from when it was in Joyce's hands. If Chiyou's Honkai energy and Ninti's own knowledge are added, she can even surpass Joyce.

"Buzz——"

An inexplicable rhythm sounded as countless quantum beasts pounced.

Seele saw the dazzling light.

Then, a legion far more numerous than the quantum beasts counterattacked.

BT, Einstein's drone swarm, Tesla's Arahato giant robot—the numbers were endless, and they were still appearing outside Seele's vision.

The attacking quantum beasts were like a school of fish swimming into a fishing net.

"Swish!"

"Boom!!!"

The continuous fire and vibration forced Seele to close her eyes.

Then she felt her feet land on the ground.

Looking down, the huge Hyperion battleship carried them; the engine sprayed fierce flames and rushed forward with great momentum.

The chains blocking the road were constantly shattered under the impact of the battleship, moving forward without any hindrance.

Seele looked back subconsciously and saw machines and quantum shadow entangled together, with explosions and flames. From time to time, a quantum shadow tried to rush over to chase but was soon forcibly pulled back by the giant hand of the mecha or turned into ashes by countless gunfire.

[Oh my...]

Seele's eyes widened.

Who would have thought that the usually sensible, cute, and soft little girl would suddenly show her power in such a big scene?

Maybe she could fight a world war alone?

"Sister Seele, hold my hand tightly. We are getting there."

Facing the light of the real dimension, Ninti held Seele's little hand and concentrated her strength to cast a spell on the Hyperion beneath her.

The engine ejected more energy, and the hull was constantly strengthened under the blessing of the Honkai energy.

Finally, Ninti felt she had reached a critical point.

"Now!"

Layers of energy shields covered the entire ship, and the warship crashed into the barrier of the world, creating a terrifying wave that crushed everything.

...

In the real world.

Cocolia looked at the pocket watch in Einstein's hand that had already reached the agreed time, put her thumb to her mouth, bit it hard, and said calmly:

"This is the last notice for all personnel. Be prepared for battle. Changes may occur at any time!"

"Don't worry, Cocolia; Welt will not break his promise."

"Stop talking nonsense and give me..."

"Boom boom!!!"

The sea suddenly roared, and the water rolled like boiling liquid. The wind howled around like a roar, and the coast was also affected by a strong vibration, causing countless rocks and sand to fall into the sea.

"Here it comes!"

They all realized something and landed on the aircraft, flying into the sky and onto the sea.

However, before they could observe the situation, a huge sound like some fragile object breaking came.

"Boom!!!"

The next second, a sharp horn like a sword tip broke through the sea surface, setting off a tsunami dozens of meters high.

The huge and majestic warship released a dazzling brilliance, broke through the sea, and flew into the sky.

Everyone was captivated by this magnificent sight. For Einstein and Tesla, their focus was completely determined from the start.

"It's Ninti!"

"And my Seele!"

Einstein, Tesla, and Cocolia shouted almost simultaneously, their eyes focused on the front of the Hyperion battleship, looking at the two weak girls hugging and leaning on each other.

"Sister Seele, we are here!"

Ninti looked relieved, and her eyes scanned the surrounding sky, found the direction of Einstein, Tesla, and Cocolia, and smiled at them.

At that moment, it was an especially reassuring smile.

"But Joachim is still there; we can't just sit here and ignore him."

Ninti whispered to herself, and her voice was clearly heard by Seele.

Seele, who had not yet recovered from the strong impact, was stunned for a moment, and then her face changed.

"Ninti, you..."

"Sister Seele, go, go back to mother; she has been waiting for you for a long time."

Ninti flicked her tail and threw Seele, who was caught off guard, towards Cocolia.

Then, the little girl with blond hair and a white skirt fluttering, swaying her pure white tail, stomped her foot with an extremely solemn and resolute expression. The warship beneath her flew a circle in the air, turning flexibly and freely.

"The Eye of The Deep has not closed yet. There is still a chance. As long as the power is enough, you can rush in..."

Ninti raised her hand, and a golden holy cross pattern appeared in her purple eyes.

So the projected Hyperion was once again covered by layers of energy shields, and the engine also triggered a deafening roar from a hundred meters away.

"Stop her!" Cocolia shouted with a broken voice, raising her hands high, catching Seele with the most gentle gesture, and pressing her tightly to her chest.

The loyal Iron Pilots said nothing and drove the white mechas to the front of the warship at high speed, opening the upright shield, connecting to each other, and forming a rock-solid barrier.

Einstein and Tesla's lips trembled, their faces turned pale, and they didn't know what to do.

They certainly didn't want to see Ninti trapped in the Sea of Quanta again. But Welt's absence made them realize his predicament.

Is it better to stop Ninti or let her, the only one who can rescue Welt, go down to save him?

Such a choice, no matter which direction to go, broke their hearts.

"Mom Cocolia, Ninti knows what she is doing. Ninti has her own choice. Forgive me, everyone."

Ninti had no intention of retreating. She clenched her small hands in the void. The blue light of the simulated Star of Eden enveloped the sea, shattered the upright shield barrier in front, and pushed away the Titan BTs who tried their best to intercept.

"Joachim, I'm coming!"

"Bang!!!"

The warship rushed down with unparalleled impact force, as if it had smashed the sea, and disappeared in the blink of an eye.

Only the raging waves sweeping the coast and Cocolia's extremely gloomy face could prove that someone had just rushed into the Sea of Quanta again.

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Chapter 303: Don't Want Joachim to Die

"All units should regroup, check the losses, and fill the vacancies in time. It's not time to relax yet! Dr. Einstein, increase the output of the Eye of The Deep and open the channel for me!"

Cocolia held Seele’s soft body in her arms with one hand, stroking her head from time to time as if to comfort her. Meanwhile, she issued various orders with a stern face.

Under the resolute and decisive performance of the highest command level, the large army that had become disorganized due to a series of violent attacks restored its formation. Various weapons were readied, quietly waiting for the enemy or the next order.

Whether the decision was right or not is another matter; at least it stabilized people's hearts, making the army forget the previous incident and remain calm.

Einstein looked at Cocolia with a hesitant expression:

"But Yang said..."

"Welt is not here, and I have the final say now! He is just a MANTIS from the previous era. Don’t forget there is one in Mount Taixu and another hidden behind the Thousand Herrscher. What’s so strange about that? I don't believe that letting him in will overturn the sky!"

"..."

"And don’t forget that without Ninti and Welt, we can't reach a balance with the other two organizations. Even if Kevin is stopped, Otto and the World Serpent will be able to cause chaos, and we will have no way to deal with it!"

Cocolia appeared very firm in her stance.

Einstein did not question it. To be precise, she didn’t want to question it at all. Instead, she used this rationale to convince herself to make a decision more aligned with her own heart.

"Tesla, Yssring, open this channel with me!"

"Okay!" ×2

The three of them moved the relevant equipment on the sea surface and operated it in perfect coordination. At this time, Cocolia had a moment to lower her head and look at Seele, whose eyes were as timid as a deer. Tears flashed in her beautiful amethyst eyes.

"I'm sorry that I didn’t have time to tell you until now—welcome home, my daughter!"

"Mom......"

Seele’s tears fell immediately.

The surprise of returning to the real world, the touching feeling of seeing her family, and the fear and worry about Ninti—all these emotions intertwined, making this weak girl, who was actually only in junior high school, not know what to do for a while.

So, she could only instinctively bury herself in Cocolia’s arms, feeling the long-lost motherly love, sobbing, trembling, and unable to control her emotions.

Cocolia did not become a Seele addicted fan at this time. She just gently pressed the back of Seele’s head, caressed her, and comforted her in the most gentle voice.

"Don’t be afraid; it’s okay. Just go home, and leave the rest to Mom."

...

"Bang!!!"

The warship rushed forward, once again passing through the narrow road connecting the two dimensions, carrying countless wreckage fragments of quantum shadows, and broke into the endless void of the Sea of Quanta.

"Direction... does not exist... but Joachim is closely connected to the core of the Herrscher. As long as we go deep into the core itself... we will find him!"

Ninti’s eyes lit up, and she stomped her feet. The warship turned around on the spot and sprayed dazzling light in the confirmed direction.

...

In the depths of the Sea of Quanta, the confrontation between the Herrscher and Flamechaser had already ended.

"Ahem!"

Welt’s figure floated in the void, his face pale and panting. Even his body showed signs of an illusion fading due to excessive erosion.

It was not surprising. He originally reconstructed his body with the core of the Herrscher. This time, he gave the core to Ninti and relied on the energy he had secretly accumulated during this period to cover Ninti and the others. Now that the energy is exhausted and the core cannot be replenished, the body that is not a natural one will naturally have problems.

Not to mention, Kevin stood before him, staring expressionlessly.

"Goodbye, Herrscher of Reason."

There was no extra communication.

Welt’s choice and why he had to stand in front of Kevin were already understood. This matter had nothing to do with right or wrong, let alone hatred. Project Stigma was Kevin’s entire life, and he had to give an explanation to all those who were buried in the previous era. Protecting this era was Welt’s choice.

This was a contradiction with no room for adjustment, so there was nothing more to discuss.

However, Kevin would not kill Welt, who could do nothing. He bypassed Welt and walked in the direction he felt.

"Boom!"

Just as the two were about to pass each other, and Welt weakly muttered, "I’m sorry," the mighty warship, symbolizing the crystallization of human wisdom, came across the void, dragging a brilliant light band like the Milky Way.

Ninti stood at the front of the ship, her golden hair flying and a firm expression on her small face.

"Joachim, I’m back."

Ninti clung to Welt’s back, infusing him with power to stabilize his collapsing body.

It took Welt a while to regain his senses, while Kevin watched quietly.

The passage back to the real world was still intact, and the Herrscher core was in front of him. So Kevin was not in a hurry. Ninti's choice at this moment was actually within Kevin’s expectations, and he did not resent it.

Welt smiled bitterly and shook his head.

"Ninti, I'm not saying that as long as you take the Herrscher core back..."

"But death is death. Sister Liesel taught me that death is very painful, not only for the person but also for those who care about them. Joachim, even if you can be resurrected, I don't want you to die."

To the two listeners, Ninti appeared too young to fully understand death.

She obviously didn’t understand it fully, but because someone told her so, she resolutely returned.

So simple, so gentle.

Kevin didn't seem surprised, but his eyes softened unconsciously when he looked at Ninti.

Welt smiled bitterly.

After handing over the core, in theory, he was no longer a Herrscher of Reason but just an ordinary person with power. Moreover, given the dimensional distance between the real world and the Sea of Quanta, Welt had little hope that his will could return to the Herrscher core to revive him.

He had lied to Ninti.

So he had nothing to say about Ninti's gentleness. 

Ninti hugged Welt's neck, turned her head, looked at the silent Kevin, and said slowly:

"Kevin, I'm sorry."

"Why apologize?"

"Joachim is a good person. Joyce trusts him, and I trust him too. If he believes that Kevin can’t return no matter what... I'm sorry."

"It doesn't matter; you didn't do anything wrong."

Ninti had chosen Welt's side, and although she was full of apologies, she still insisted.

Kevin's attitude was one of tolerance and even encouragement.

Welt quickly recovered his strength, carrying Ninti on his back and facing Kevin.

The two adults were hesitant. If it were just them, they would undoubtedly fight. But with Ninti lying on Welt's back, firmly supporting him, they had to be cautious.

No one wanted to hurt Ninti.

But no one could give in. Kevin’s resolve was firm, and Welt had strong reasons and motives to protect Ninti, so Kevin took the initiative and unleashed a wave of overwhelming black ice.

"Star of Eden!"

Welt retreated while using his traditional skills.

At the same time, the Hyperion battleship brought by Ninti extended its enormous main gun and fired out dazzling, magnificent beams.

"Boom!!!"

After a powerful vibration that swept the area, Welt carried Ninti on his back, moving through the black ice, while Ninti summoned countless fleets to fend off Kevin's pursuit.

However, it was evident that their attacks did not seem to affect Kevin's power. The black ice had formed a huge encirclement, like a dark world taking shape, covering all three of them.

'No, I’ve lost the chance to stop him. Ein and Tesla didn’t seem to close the Eye of The Deep. I can still sense the real world’s presence. What to do... Ninti can't be harmed here; she must be sent back safely. But how?'

Welt calmed himself and headed toward the boundless wall formed by the solid ice, trying to break through while considering his options.

'The focus of the dispute is still on the Herrscher Core, which is the necessary medium to jump to the real dimension. Kevin isn’t very murderous. If there’s truly no way, cooperating with him might ensure Ninti’s safety. But if he returns to the real world...'

Kevin could no longer be stopped, and Ninti must not be harmed.

Welt’s mind was troubled for the first time.

"Joachim, be careful!"

A sharp ice spike, like an iceberg, broke through Ninti's blockade and advanced toward Welt.

Ninti, having just crushed the iceberg, jumped off Welt's back, rushed to the front, and held the towering ice with both hands. She swung her tail and threw Welt toward the wall behind him.

"Ninti..."

Welt whispered, then turned to face the ice layer in front of him with determination.

0th Power: Pseudo Black Hole!

The black light swallowed a large amount of ice, but the wall seemed endless. Welt continued to exert power for half a minute before opening a long, unending passage.

"Ninti, let’s go..."

"Puff!"

A cold hand pierced Welt's chest as he turned back.

The ice spread from the wound, quickly freezing Welt's body and expression.

Ninti, who had just crushed the iceberg, watched Welt’s frozen expression shatter along with his entire body and vanish before her eyes. In the blink of an eye, only Kevin with a cold expression remained.

"Joachim!!!"

With the situation reaching this point, Ninti no longer needed to hold back.

The core of the Herrscher of Reason was locked within her. A Herrscher-level Honkai energy, along with the ability to perfectly reproduce and understand, was fully supplemented in her.

Her white tail extended into sharp fangs, and dragon horns emerged from her head. Ninti swung her fist with a power far beyond Welt’s. Behind her, a massive and boundless giant mecha also swung a fist like an asteroid.

Kevin displayed a moving expression for the first time.

"Bang!!!"

The Sea of Quanta was stirred. Although it was just a small bubble compared to the boundless void, within the broad range of the two forces, even the world bubble would be directly annihilated, creating an absolute life-forbidding zone.

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Chapter 304: Kaslana's Judgement of Shamash is Invincible

"Bang!"

"Bang!!"

"Bang!!!"

The conflict reached another level within a minute of Welt's disappearance.

The huge mecha cooperated with Ninti to create a terrifying destructive force that shattered half of the ice world, forcing Kevin back into the void of the Sea of Quanta.

Then, Ninti took advantage of the situation and pursued decisively with the mechanical giant. Countless types of artillery and mecha appeared in groups, spreading fire in Kevin's direction.

Kevin waved his hand and responded with a glacier that covered the sky and the sun, meeting the attack with great momentum, like a wave.

"Bang!!!"

The spreading energy came in waves, causing a large area of the void to vibrate continuously.

Two tiny humans set off a glorious war in the Sea of Quanta, like a battle between gods and demons.

Kevin fought and retreated.

The feeling that Ninti gave him at this moment was completely different from that of Welt.

Welt only knew how to play with the Star of Eden. Generally speaking, compared to the Herrscher of Reason, he was more like a low-profile version of the Herrscher of Rock with extremely tenacious vitality.

Ninti was different. The technological creations she summoned were of various types, and their number was like raindrops in a torrential rain—countless. Even if a large area was frozen and shattered, more machines would replenish them, like an endless swarm of insects.

With such a large number, the firepower cannot be ignored. If it were a normal Herrscher, such a blow would have been fatal.

Therefore, Kevin could not ignore the firepower and harassment of these machines.

But these could only be regarded as harassment.

The real focus was Ninti herself and the gigantic mecha she had built.

"Kevin! Why do you do this to Joachim?"

Ninti asked loudly, tears in her eyes, and her fists swung hard to face Kevin.

"Bang!!!"

It was a result of almost equal strength. Ninti was slightly weaker and was beaten back a little.

But the iron fist of the huge mecha followed and hit Kevin, who had just gained the upper hand, hard, sending him flying.

"Bang!!!"

As Kevin's figure exploded back, his face remained calm. Looking at Ninti's tearful expression, his calm heart was finally stirred.

'It's a pity that we are not in the same era after all, and we have different destinies.'

'The power of the Herrscher of Reason and the foundation of the MANTIS are simply a perfect combination.'

'Perhaps you are the one I'm waiting for, Ninti.'

The Herrscher is a mage with high attack and low defense.

The MANTIS is a tank, or at least a magic tank, with slightly inferior attack but almost full defense and vitality compared to the Herrscher.

Kevin is a tank among tanks. His physical strength and energy strength have reached the highest level in the previous era. The Judgement of Shamash makes up for his shortcomings in output ability, making him the strongest hero without dispute.

Now, Ninti is the same. She combines the strength of a warrior with the infinite firepower of the Herrscher of Reason. If the two aspects are combined, Kevin counts the comrades he misses. After excluding himself, Elysia, Kalpas, and Sakura, basically no one can collide with her head-on.

At such an age and with such performance, Kevin has to regard her as the person most likely to reach Finality in the current civilization and discuss the fate of civilization with him.

"Bang!!!"

While Kevin was thinking, another extreme collision occurred.

The tiny human fist collided with the huge fist of the Mecha God, but Kevin retreated calmly, while the Mecha God staggered backward and almost fell.

Ninti used all the power that could be gathered at present, and Kevin's fighting gene gradually revived in the process.

"Hmm!"

Ninti struggled to control the Mecha God, digested the power of the punch, and gritted her teeth secretly.

'Sure enough, you are as strong as a monster. Even at your weakest, I am still inferior to you.'

'But it is also expected. Since I was reborn, I have regarded you as the most threatening peak. It is normal to have this difficulty!'

'I have come this far; let me see how difficult this mountain is to cross!'

Ninti took a deep breath, gathered her strength, and flew toward Kevin, who had just stabilized his body.

"Bang!"

"Bang!!!"

Without skills and rules, Ninti could only attack with the simplest and crudest punching and kicking methods.

Kevin took these heavy punches and kicks easily, and even sincerely suggested.

"You should learn some fighting skills. Don't waste such strong physical fitness."

"Kevin!"

Ninti didn't say anything extra. At this moment, she could only express her anger to the fullest and launched attacks more rapidly and powerfully as if she had lost her mind.

The overwhelming fleet of machines, the boundless giant god, and the rolling glacier waves consumed each other.

And Kevin endured Ninti's direct attack, without any intention of counterattacking, just letting Ninti vent her anger.

This game-like battle lasted for a while, and then Ninti realized that she couldn't force Kevin to use more power. She withdrew and input her power into the mechanical giant god that could carry more Honkai energy.

A strong light emanated from the mechanical god. It closed its hands and transformed into a huge cannon unprecedented in history.

"Buzz-buzz-buzz——"

"Boom!!!"

The white light bloomed in the Sea of Quanta, decomposing and purifying everything in its path.

Kevin stared at the oncoming torrent of light, his pupils shrinking.

"Anti-Honkai energy?"

The familiar and terrifying aura made Kevin's hair stand on end.

Then, endless black ice rushed and roared, rotating and converging into a larger black torrent, facing it head-on.

"——"

After a brief illusion of losing his voice, the terrifying aftermath of the power swept thousands of miles, annihilating all the suspended substances around.

"Not only anti-Honkai energy, but also the power of decomposition and annihilation... the combination of the Moonlight Throne and the Seven Thunders of Retribution?"

Kevin analyzed the form of power used by Ninti and was more expectant of her potential.

In the extreme confrontation, Kevin blocked it intact with a higher level of power, and his appearance was almost the same as at the beginning.

On the other side, Ninti was panting, with fine beads of sweat sliding down her white forehead, and her strength was a little exhausted.

Theoretically, Kevin only needed to perform the same operation on Ninti as he had with Welt at this time, and he could get the Herrscher Core, return to the real world, and execute his destiny.

But Kevin stared at Ninti's small figure, and after half a second, his eyes silently moved to the towering and boundless mechanical giant behind her.

'The creation formed by the highly condensed power of the Herrscher, in theory, should not be much different from the role that the Herrscher Core can play, right?'

He is not a golden rich street lamp king. Kevin's morality and intellect are still within the normal range. If it weren't for the past experiences that had already made him despair, he would even be a good person like Welt.

Therefore, it is impossible to open his heart to Ninti.

Kevin's eyes were fixed, looking at the giant standing in the void. A faint fluorescence produced by the activation of the Honkai energy appeared in his eyes, like ice, like a lake, clear and with a terrifying sense of oppression.

……

"Thump, thump, thump!"

In the real world, on Cocolia's flagship, someone was shaking his feet nervously and impatiently.

Cocolia was gently comforting her baby Seele, and she had finally managed to resist the urge to open her mouth and drool. When she heard this footsteps, she immediately slashed at him with an unhappy cold hand-knife. She raised her foot, and her hard high heels hit the culprit's knee with a "bang."

"Ah!!!"

Siegfried hugged his leg and jumped on one foot.

After finally suppressing the pain of his knee that was almost broken, Siegfried said with a dark face.

"What are you doing, Cocolia?"

"Nothing, you disturbed me while I was thinking."

"Huh? You..."

"Shh! Please shut up. Your stupid breath almost suffocates me when you open your mouth. I say again, I'm thinking. Don't disturb me."

When Siegfried wanted to lose his temper, Cocolia's pistol pressed against his forehead, using the cold temperature of the metal to cool down his stupid Kaslana blood.

Siegfried saluted in a French style, smiling innocently to show that it was harmless.

Then Cocolia put away the gun, lowered her head, and the cold and bad-tempered expression just now was replaced by deep tenderness and doting. She touched Seele's head and said.

"Don't be afraid, Seele. Come and meet him. This is Uncle Siegfried Kaslana, a fool. Just remember, if you encounter any trouble in the future and he happens to be around, just throw him out to ward off the disaster."

"Uncle.... Siegfried?"

Seele poked her head out of Cocolia's arms and whispered weakly.

Siegfried was so angry at Cocolia's words that his face suddenly turned black again.

However, facing Seele's innocent little look, he finally switched to his usual hearty smile:

"Hey, I'm Uncle Siegfried. Just like your mother said, if you have any trouble in the future, just come to me! I, your uncle, am very strong!"

"Hello, Uncle Siegfried. I'm Seele. I'm very happy... very happy to meet you."

"I'm happy too, hahaha! Speaking of which, while it's still calm now, why don't you take the child away first, so that it won't be difficult to take care of him when the war really starts? Don't worry, I'm here!"

Siegfried pounded his chest, looking like he had everything under control.

Cocolia looked at Seele, who was at a loss, and then at Siegfried, who was full of energy, and finally nodded slowly.

"Okay."

"That's right, you can rest assured. Kaslana plus the Judgement of Shamash are invincible!"

Siegfried patted the ancestral double guns on his waist, showing a confident smile.

Cocolia paused as she turned to leave, and with her back to Siegfried, the corners of her mouth twitched slightly.

Kaslana and the Judgement of Shamash are indeed invincible—the problem is that this Kaslana is not you, Siegfried!

The truly invincible Kaslana is still on the way.

I hope you can smile so confidently later.

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Chapter 305: I Am Not Doing My Best

"Ah..."

The bright moonlight spilled across the sea as Siegfried sat cross-legged on the edge of the flying ship, releasing a long breath. Removing the Judgement of Shamash from his waist and placing it on his knees, he traced the cold, solid lines of his guns, lost in thought.

"Shamash toast, it shouldn't be bad, right?" Siegfried muttered uncertainly.

In the past, Cecilia, young Kiana, and... now Kiana, had all complained that he could only make edible toast, which they ate despite being burnt. Those moments, when he wielded the Judgement of Shamash and fired in the kitchen, had been some of the happiest of his life.

"Alas, has so much time passed in the blink of an eye? Time flies, doesn’t it, Cecilia?"

"Are you okay over there? Sorry, I still have to take care of Kiana... Kiana, I'm really sorry, Dad is really sorry for you."

It wasn’t the right time to dwell on the past before the war.

But when you’re alone, memories inevitably resurface.

Perhaps Siegfried himself found some satisfaction in this entanglement. After all, how else could he clearly remember the smiles and frowns of his deceased wife and daughter?

"I'm really sorry, but I think you'll like the current Kiana when you see her. Wait a little longer, Cecilia, Kiana. Once I see Kiana here grow up well, then... I will come to join you, just like before, and make delicious fresh toast for you!"

Siegfried didn’t intend to see the Kiana here as a substitute for the original Kiana. It was just that, after losing his wife and daughter one after another, if he hadn’t entrusted the precious name "Kiana" to someone else, he wouldn’t have survived.

Looking back, he was still afraid that the mother and daughter in the other world would be angry.

"At worst, I'll let you beat me up... Cecilia, for the sake of our marriage, promise me not to use the Black Abyss White Flower, okay?"

Siegfried scratched his head and smiled. He claimed to be afraid, but if Cecilia could really appear before him, even if she used the Black Abyss White Flower to pierce his heart, Siegfried would fall happily.

Looking up at the starry sky, his mood suddenly became calm.

The issue of Kiana’s life experience here was resolved with the help of her reckless and amazing Herrscher of Dominance. Siegfried had no other worries now. As long as the time came, he could die in peace to visit his wife and daughter anytime. He had nothing to fear.

Of course, it would be even more perfect if Otto could be taken down with him.

"Mr. Siegfried, please look at the sea!"

Just as Siegfried was lost in thought, the voice of the frontline officer came through his headset.

Siegfried was momentarily stunned.

"What's wrong?"

"The sea... the sea is frozen!"

Indeed, a chill spread from below into the air above, and Siegfried noticed something was wrong.

He quickly lay down on the edge of the deck and looked down.

The ice layer spread like a plague across the sea. In just a few breaths, the previously wavy surface was replaced by a solid ice sheet of unknown depth.

"Bang! Bang! Bang!"

One by one, mechas that had been lurking in the sea burst forth from the water or ice. Many of them struggled to shake off the ice that had accumulated on their bodies.

This was very unusual.

Firstly, though the weather was getting colder, it wasn’t winter yet. Secondly, even in winter, this sea area had never been known to freeze.

Clearly, Cocolia had deployed a large formation, with thousands of mechanical units blocking all directions—sea, land, and air. The enemy she was waiting for had arrived.

"Everyone prepare for battle!"

Kaslana’s intuition gave Siegfried a very ominous feeling.

He relayed his warnings to the front line. Then he jumped down, landed on the ice with a "bang," drew his Shamash double guns, and looked around vigilantly.

"Strange? Where are the people? Why can’t I see anyone?"

Siegfried muttered. He blinked and saw nothing.

He blinked again, and a white-haired young man who looked somewhat familiar suddenly appeared on the ice in front of him.

Siegfried: "!!!"

Kaslana’s intuition sent Siegfried a flurry of warnings.

Run, run!

Run, run!

This is an opponent that cannot be defeated!

Siegfried realized the danger almost instantly. However, he had had enough of running away. His lifelong friend, Old Yang, hadn’t seen him yet. No matter what, he would not turn around and leave at this moment.

"Ahem! Uh, that..."

"Kaslana’s junior, I see you have not passed the test. Although I don’t know how you escaped the pursuit of Kaslana’s stigmata, it is disappointing."

During the Second Eruption, Siegfried had injected the gene activator of the Honkai beast left by the previous era and gained the power to almost destroy Sirin head-on. At that time, Kevin had provided Siegfried some guidance through quantum entanglement and had even pushed him to take the test of Kaslana’s stigmata, hoping that this junior facing a desperate situation could be reborn.

Everyone knew what happened next. Siegfried failed in everything, ending up with a severely damaged body and mind, and even his brief communication with Kevin was forgotten.

Now, as the two officially met in the real world, Kevin was disappointed by Siegfried’s weak body and strength.

'Far inferior to Ninti...'

Kevin sighed and shook his head. Although he had long since severed his attachment to this bloodline, he still felt some regret seeing his descendants so disappointing.

"Ahahaha! Although you look familiar, don’t act like we know each other well. Where are Welt and Ninti? You didn’t do anything to them, did you?"

Siegfried’s expression turned cold quickly, and the temperature of his double guns’ barrels soared, distorting the air around him.

It was clear that despite this man’s somewhat familiar appearance and formidable presence, if his answer was unsatisfactory, Siegfried would shoot him on the spot!

"Judgement of Shamash, long time no see."

Kevin’s whisper suddenly reached Siegfried’s ears, and his shawl fluff fluttered gently in front of Siegfried, appearing to be of very fine quality.

"Is it beautiful? Ninti made it for me—it's a pity Kevin's temper has been cold for thousands of years, otherwise, he might have shown it off."

"Bang!!!"

It was like a cannonball fired at the scene, leaving a long impact track on the ice surface, then smashing heavily against the cliff by the sea.

"Boom!"

Siegfried didn’t even have time to react.

He saw the sky and earth spinning in an instant and then found himself on the distant shore, his whole body in pain and unable to think, before being buried by the rubble of the collapsed cliff.

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Chapter 306: Is This the Shamash?

"Kevin!!"

Just as Kevin casually removed Judgement of Shamash from the 'disappointing descendant" and took his old friend in his hand, the ice layer shook as if a volcano were erupting underneath.

Under the influence of a large amount of Honkai energy, the girl's tender voice shattered the frozen sea like a nuclear explosion. The strong shock quickly spread to the coast, stirring up the wind and sand.

"Bang!!!"

A huge shadow that covered the sky and the sun broke through the ice layer and rushed straight toward the bright moon, like a towering mountain suddenly protruding. Kevin looked closely and saw that it was a giant mechanical hand.

'The giant mecha she made earlier has been rebuilt so quickly. The energy is stronger than expected.'

Kevin nodded in approval. By comparison, the junior Kaslana who couldn’t even see his movements just now was insignificant... Forget it, don’t think about him; he is nothing.

"Bang!"

The two guns merged into one in Kevin's hands, turning into a burst of flames, and then a scorching sword appeared in his hand.

At this moment, the giant hand that covered the sky and the sun seemed to have found its target. It clenched its fist, bent its arm, and smashed down on Kevin as if the sky were falling and the earth were collapsing.

Kevin reacted calmly, raised his sword, and the shape of the sword changed. The sky-high torch went straight up, and in a blink, it burned the night sky red.

Judgement of Shamash!!

"Boom!!!"

The long sword fell, leaving a red mark like a burn in the sky, and soon collided with the giant fist that was pounding down.

The flames engulfed the mountain.

There was no doubt; the giant mechanical hand was completely melted from head to root by the sea of fire that stretched for hundreds of miles.

It also melted the frozen sea, causing a large area of seawater to roll and steam.

The scene, beyond human imagination, silenced the legions gathered here. After all, even the elite troops of Anti-Entropy had no experience fighting Herrschers.

The First Herrscher was their original leader, and when Joyce was there, Anti-Entropy had not yet been established.

The Second Herrscher was fought by their current leader and the S-ranks of Schicksal, and there was no conventional army.

There was no history of large-scale armies frequently fighting Herrschers like in previous civilizations. Even the most elite legions would be at a loss when facing such level of power.

How to fight?

Can they beat them?

For a moment, everything was silent. Except for the mechanical sound of the engine running, the surrounding mecha fighters did not move.

But Kevin did not care about the actions of these ordinary people. His eyes were focused on the boiling sea, watching an extremely huge giant elephant of gods and demons rise from the water.

"Ninti..."

"Kevin!"

A blonde girl with beautiful horns and a sharp tail appeared in front of the giant. With a wave of her hands, the seawater on both sides rose hundreds of meters, forming two magnificent giant walls that pressed down on Kevin in the middle.

At the same time, countless mechas and fighter planes appeared in the sky, firing dense artillery fire like stars.

"Boom!"

Everything was exactly like a real natural disaster, even more terrifying than a natural disaster.

For a long time, the sea surged, the hot wind whistled, and Kevin and Ninti looked at each other from a distance.

Kevin had a calm expression, while Ninti sniffed unconvincingly, looking angry and aggrieved.

"Why did you do that to Joachim?"

"Ninti, when you grow up, you will understand naturally."

"Ninti doesn't want to understand! Return Joachim to Ninti!"

"Sorry..."

Kevin had many abilities. Chimera contained the genes of most of the powerful Honkai beasts of the previous civilization, which resulted in Kevin himself not knowing how many strange special abilities he possessed.

It’s just that Kevin rarely used those abilities, and he was sure that they definitely did not include the ability to resurrect a Herrscher.

Ninti had a tearful expression and rushed over with her fist raised.

"Bang!"

The fists collided, and the sharp tail clashed with the Judgement of Shamash, producing violent sparks.

The loud bang was just the beginning.

Next, the mechanical creations all over the sky, the gigantic towering mecha reaching the sky, and the petite Ninti, who broke the air with every blow, entangled with the dazzling fire like the sun.

The sea was pierced again and again.

The sky was dyed red repeatedly.

A hurricane was set off around, causing all the Anti-Entropy troops to retreat in fear.

Then they witnessed this entanglement rise to the sky and affect more distant celestial phenomena. It was like two gods wantonly wielding their divine power over this planet.

"I know the Herrscher, the Chiyou War, and the Serenity Gem War... but I didn’t expect it to be like this when we met face to face."

A soldier whispered involuntarily in the internal channel, trembling and powerless.

However, no one blamed him, because even the Iron Pilot Column, who had personally participated in these two battles, knew that they would not be able to play a role in a real elite battlefield.

...

Kevin was showing off his power.

Gray Serpent excitedly expressed his admiration and worship in the Shamash communication channel.

Let us ignore the anxiety of Einstein, Tesla, and others for the time being.

At this moment, the most anxious person in the world is the Archbishop of Schicksal.

"The one who sparked the flames should be the legendary Kevin, so who summoned the fleet and the giant machine? This is definitely not Welt's work. So, it was Ninti? Did she inherit the core of the Herrscher of Reason? Is Welt dead?"

Looking at the image of the planet's atmosphere captured by the satellite, Otto couldn’t help biting his thumb, his eyes flickering.

Anti-Entropy summoned such a large-scale military force, which naturally did not escape Otto's notice. And the conflict started at the gathering place of the army, plus the various preparations the World Serpent has carried out in recent days to welcome the Lord—all these pieces of information are now coming together, allowing Otto to roughly deduce the identities of the warring parties.

Next to him, Yae Sakura cast a strange look at him.

'Wow! We have opened the whole map cheat, Mr. Otto. Aren't you too?'

Otto did not notice Yae Sakura’s urge to curse; he just looked at Yae Sakura and then hesitated to the satellite live broadcast of the atmospheric flare.

“Sakura, if it’s you…”

“If it’s Mr. Otto’s arrangement, then Sakura has no problem. I can go~~”

“Ahaha, that’s right, that’s right.”

Otto touched his nose, his eyes gloomy for a moment.

Before today, Shamash was the strongest single unit, but Otto had enough cards in his hand, so he was not afraid of him in a real fight.

As for Anti-Entropy, Eastern Wu in the Three Kingdoms was just barely making up the numbers, so there was no need to take it to heart.

In other words, the world could still be controlled by Otto.

But after today, there are two more Shamash-level combat forces. One is Kevin, who is stronger, and the other is Ninti, whose power is unknown but undoubtedly far exceeds that of a Herrscher.

In other words, the order of power has changed.

World Serpent suddenly became impossible to contend with, and Anti-Entropy now had the confidence to confront Otto head-on. Indistinctly, Schicksal seems to have become the underdog in high-level combat power.

You mean Fu Hua?

Otto has seen Fu Hua's all-victorious period, so he naturally believes that she can reach that level.

The problem is that Otto can only control Fu Hua during her serious injury period.

After she recovered, and with the Book of Fuxi, which is her brain, back online, it is impossible to predict how much help this immortal can provide in a real high-end battle!

How did a favorable situation turn out like this inexplicably?

Otto was confused.

…

The battle lasted until the sky gradually turned white.

'Is the energy of Chiyou and the power of the Herrscher of Reason only this far?'

Ninti controlled the giant mech to make the final decisive blow.

"Boom!!!"

After an unknown number of violent impacts that shook the atmosphere, the body of the mechanical giant god disappearedm

Ninti fell with a pale face.

Kevin gently catched her falling figure.

This is not Angel's limit. Angel also has the Herrscher of Wind, Herrscher of Void, Ancestor Ji Lin, Key of Erosion, Su, Shamash, and other backgrounds. If necessary, she could summon thousands of Edge of Taixuan Eminence.

However, as an individual, this is already Ninti's limit.

There is no need for Angel to risk her life with Kevin at this time. Although she has a certain chance of winning, she doesn’t like to fight a battle she is not sure of.

So, that's it.

Under the clear sky without a cloud in sight, Ninti leaned weakly on Kevin's chest, and her little fists and tail weakly slapped Kevin’s chest.

"Why... Why does Kevin do this... Kevin is obviously a good person..."

"..."

Kevin was speechless.

He could only put away all the heat from Shamash and silently let Ninti slap his body.

After a while, Ninti appeared to be completely exhausted and fell asleep in his arms, her hands and tail drooping limply. Kevin silently stroked the top of the girl's head, and the ice in his eyes melted into a softer color.

"Ninti, have a good rest. You've been up all night. If you keep going like this... you won’t grow taller."

Kevin didn’t know how to care for a child.

He couldn’t even say such words when Ninti was still awake.

"Swish!"

Just as Kevin was hesitating about where to take Ninti to rest, two ten-meter-long giant swords crossed like scissors and chopped toward his head.

"Clang——"

The crisp sound of metal collision echoed beside him.

The giant swords remained in a frozen cross state, staying in front of Kevin's eyes.

A closer look revealed that it was a snow-white ELF with white hair and feet, stretching out a little fleshy hand and lightly pinching the intersection of the two giant swords.

Kevin: "..."

Shamash: "Why do you look like that? Didn’t you notice me watching from a distance at the beginning?"

Kevin: "...No, nothing. Long time no see, Shamash."

Yes, Kevin noticed the observer hiding in the clouds at the beginning.

He also heard about Shamash’s gender change from Ninti.

But with such a delicate and soft face, such light hair and dress, and the soft and beautiful convex arc on the chest—the cool and cute little doll back then... Well, it’s still cool and cute now, but the coolness is far less than the cuteness!

From the hairstyle and body shape to the clothes, it has completely changed. How can Kevin dare to recognize it casually!?

"Kevin! Hand over my daughter!!!"

Just as Kevin didn’t know how to greet his old friend who had a new look, Cocolia’s angry and determined shout came from the white mecha holding two giant swords.

Kevin was stunned for a moment.

"You are the Mother Cocolia that Ninti mentioned?"

"Yes, I am! Put my daughter down!"

"Well, you... are very brave."

Kevin said slowly.

The battle just now was just a common warm-up for him, but it must have been a terrifying scene for others—even old comrades like Su, Sakura, Kosma, etc., did not dare to participate in such a warm-up easily.

And Cocolia rushed over, driving a mecha that looked no different from a cardboard shell in Kevin’s eyes, and waved her sword at him fearlessly.

- As a mother, she passed the test!

Kevin lowered his head and looked at Ninti’s pitiful appearance, her eyebrows still frowning in her sleep. He turned around and slowly placed Ninti into the hands of the mecha.

A trace of reluctance flashed in his heart.

Kevin had to ignore it, watching Cocolia’s mecha carefully holding Ninti, and then slowly retreating until it disappeared at the edge of the sky.

"Ah--"

Kevin couldn’t tell why, but he couldn’t help sighing as he watched Ninti disappear from his side and from his sight.

"Let’s go. I’ll take you back to World Serpent. We’re now in Shenzhou."

"Hmm? Oh..."

"Why are you distracted? Are you too weak? Don’t panic; Jackal has prepared a suitable sacrifice for you, and you’ll be replenished when you go back."

"It’s not because of this. Forget it, let’s go."

The long-lost sunshine of the real world shone on Kevin’s face. He finally moved his eyes away from the direction Ninti left and looked at this familiar yet unfamiliar Shamash again.

Well, would it be impolite to ask her what it was like to change her gender now?

Kevin didn’t want to break his streak, but the Shamash in front of him really made him want to voice a lot of complaints.

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Chapter 307: Breaking the Eggshell

Dreams are a hazy and fantastic world.

Ordinary people will see projections of reality here, and even some fantasies that seem incompatible with reality.

But for the Herrscher, things in dreams are not necessarily false.

“Woo woo woo…”

“Joachim... Joachim…”

In the pale world, a little blonde girl squatted in the corner, every strand of her golden hair trembling as she sobbed and called someone's name.

Welt finally gathered himself and watched from the side.

This was just a scene of an ordinary little girl crying, as if she had lost her favorite toy.

But in Welt's eyes, he saw something different.

Welt squatted down and stroked Ninti's little head with a gentle, kind expression.

“Jo... Joachim...?”

Ninti looked up, sniffing, tears swirling in her crystal-clear eyes.

Welt smiled slightly.

“It's me, little Ninti. I'm fine, so don't be sad.”

“Joachim! Woo woo woo!”

The little girl threw herself into Welt's strong chest, hugging him tightly and crying loudly.

Welt let out a long breath, relieved.

'Just like a chick breaking through its eggshell, she has finally become a complete new life.'

Ninti, born as a cloned experimental subject, had long maintained a cute and innocent appearance. That was because she was confused about the concept of being human, and she had never learned how to express emotions normally.

Even so, this child always showed her gentleness and kindness.

And now, for the first time, Welt saw her express her emotions directly and intensely.

'This child, because of me, has truly become a human being.'

Welt muttered this realization, and an indescribable strong emotion flowed in his heart, making the fifty-year-old man's eyes wet.

“Don’t be afraid, I’m fine. Have you forgotten that I can resurrect through the Herrscher Core? This is just another replay; it's nothing to me.”

If it were the dimensional distance between the real world and the Sea of Quanta, whether he could return to the core to recover would be a big question mark.

But in fact, when he lost his body, Ninti and the Herrscher Core were right next to him, and Ninti had no defense against his consciousness. So, Welt naturally returned to the core to recuperate.

In hibernation, he had also clearly seen Ninti’s amazing performance and Kevin’s reaction.

As Welt expected, Kevin was not a crazy person. He never fought back from beginning to end. Rather than fighting, he cooperated with Ninti to vent until she ran out of energy and fell asleep.

Everything went better than expected.

With an indescribable soft feeling, Welt listened to the girl's heartbreaking cries until she fell asleep in this dream world, which also meant that she was truly resting.

……

“Rustle——”

The ward was filled with the even breathing of the girls, but there was the sound of clothes rustling.

Einstein, who had not truly fallen asleep, woke up suddenly, opening her haggard eyes that still showed traces of panic.

At this sight, her eyes instantly reddened.

“Yang…”

“It’s me. Thank you for your hard work, Ein.”

Welt responded softly, while placing a coat over Tesla, who was sleeping next to him.

Einstein sat up straight and realized she had been wearing the same coat on her shoulders.

Einstein wiped her eyes, and for the first time in many days, the corners of her mouth lifted.

“You are such a fool, you really are…”

“Huh!”

Tesla, who had also been unable to sleep, was awakened by the movement next to her. Her large, ruby-like eyes looked around in panic and confusion.

Then, like Einstein, when she saw Welt, who had returned from the Sea of Quanta, Tesla’s eyes reddened.

"Wah..."

“Shh!”

Welt knew Tesla’s straightforwardness—well, her low EQ meant she was loud—so he immediately hushed her and pointed at Ninti, who was curled up and sleeping on the bed.

Tesla immediately covered her mouth with both hands and nodded vigorously.

Being told to be quiet when she wanted to speak loudly, and willingly cooperating, was a rare moment for Tesla.

The three of them looked at each other silently for a while, then burst into quiet laughter.

“Ninti protected you, right?” Einstein asked softly.

Welt nodded.

“Yes, thanks to her.”

“When she rushed in the first time, she said she would bring you back, and she did exactly that. It’s amazing.”

“Yes, it is amazing.”

Welt sighed softly.

Although Kevin finally returned, at this point, there was no reason to dwell on those established facts.

At least both children returned home safely, and at least Ninti displayed a core control of reason that far surpassed Welt’s own, which was enough.

“As expected of Joyce’s blood…”

“Who says it isn’t? That big robot is much larger than what I made! No, I need to start a new project, or my Arahato will just be a toy for little Ninti. Where will the genius’s reputation go? Hmm, for a model that large... it seems I’ll need to get Cocolia on board for funding. It’s all in her hands.”

After seeing the people he wanted to see most, the fatigue and pain in Tesla’s eyes vanished, replaced with lively muttering and a beaming face, making everyone smile knowingly.

“Oh, this child is so cute no matter how you look at her, especially when she’s asleep! Oh, look at this soft little face…”

Tesla couldn’t help but reach out to gently touch Ninti’s face, but then frowned.

She took a step back, slowly brought her hands together, and measured the size of Ninti’s face in the air. Finally, she turned to Einstein and said.

“No, why do I feel like she’s lost weight? What do you think, Einstein? Is it because Welt didn’t take good care of her?”

“To be honest, I think she has lost weight too.”

Einstein nodded in agreement, touching her chin and frowning.

The two doctors turned their heads and stared at Welt. The joy from earlier had vanished, replaced by sharp looks that made Welt sweat, clearly condemning him.

Just then, Ninti’s fingers moved slightly.

Welt immediately looked over, and Einstein and Tesla followed suit.

The next second, Tesla’s eyes sparkled with fanatical excitement.

...

“Yoshi yoshi yoshi! My baby daughter, we are finally reunited! Let Mommy hug you!”

“Woo woo woo (Mom, no)!”

One minute earlier, Seele had gotten up from the soft, safe bed, inhaled the faint fragrance of Cocolia lingering in the quilt, and realized once again that she was home.

She quickly finished washing and dressing, then ran to the door, intending to see if Ninti had woken up.

The moment she pushed the door open, her face sank into something soft, indescribably so.

Then, Cocolia kissed and hugged her frantically, almost licking her with her tongue.

How could innocent, pitiful Seele have experienced such passion?

She was so scared she cried.

...

At the same time.

“Yoshi yoshi yoshi! My baby Ninti, we are finally reunited! Let sister Frederica hug you!”

“Wuwuwuwuwu (Sister, no)!!!”

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Chapter 308: It's Not That There Is No Solution

Good and evil will eventually be rewarded, and the law of nature will prevail.

Seele sat in the living room with red lipstick marks on her face and trembling eyes.

Beside her, Ninti sat in the same pose and expression.

Ninti: "Mother Cocolia?"

Seele: "Yeah. Ninti, what about you?"

Ninti: "Sister Frederica."

Seele: "Here, take some tissue. Wipe it, maybe it'll work."

The two little girls sat side by side, wiping and rubbing their faces in unison.

Next to them, Cocolia and Tesla, looking satisfied, were lying on the sofa, waiting for the kitchen to deliver today's meals.

"Tsk, tsk, tsk, is this your daughter who was stranded in the Sea of Quanta? I find your daughter very cute, Cocolia."

"No way, I'm lucky, and you can't envy me. Also, I'll turn a blind eye this time, but if you do this to my Ninti again, I'll call the police and have you arrested."

"Hey! Aren't you also..."

"I just love my daughter; it's only natural. You, blame your aunt for breaking the law!"

"Nonsense! Why would I blame my aunt? How is it illegal?"

"Humph! From now on, North America has this law, because I said so!"

The two glared at each other.

Everything returned to normal.

Tesla had always disliked Cocolia, even when money was involved, he couldn't help but provoke her. And Cocolia never indulged her, punishing Tesla from time to time.

The two were like old enemies who had been fighting for decades.

Sometimes, Einstein and Welt, who watched from the sidelines, had the illusion that Cocolia was just like the three of them—old partners who had been together for over half a century.

Einstein stood aside, arms crossed, smiling and shaking her head.

"It's strange. We were still wary of each other just over half a year ago."

"Maybe it's fate. Just like Siegfried—didn't he suddenly change from an enemy to an old friend?"

At this moment, Welt was carefully studying Kevin's personal information. Hearing Einstein's comment, he responded without looking up, appearing very open-minded.

Even the S-rank knight of Schicksal had unknowingly become one of their own. Cocolia was, after all, a comrade in Anti-Entropy. It made sense that they got along well.

"That's true."

Einstein glanced at Siegfried, who was dazedly holding a water cup in the living room, covered in bandages, and nodded in agreement.

Siegfried seemed to have been roused by the mention of his name. He raised his head, his lips trembling slightly, and asked Welt nervously.

"Um, Yang, let me confirm again... Is that person really the ancestor of our Kaslana family?"

"Didn't you see the information Cocolia compiled before me?"

Welt raised the documents in his hand.

Siegfried slapped his forehead.

"But this... that... I..."

"From the origin of Kaslana to the genetic comparison, there's already conclusive evidence. Although the earliest origin is unknown, he is the previous era Kaslana. No matter what... you should call him ancestor."

"Then can I get my Judgement of Shamash back!?"

If a stranger had taken their Kaslana family's treasure, even if Siegfried couldn't defeat them, he could shamelessly gather a few allies and try to get it back.

But with the ancestor of the Kaslana family taking the Shamash Judgment, what could he do?

The weapon originally belonged to him, so who could say he was wrong for reclaiming his own belongings?

Besides, as a descendant of Kaslana, wouldn’t it be betrayal to attack the ancestor?

Siegfried scratched his head in great frustration.

"No, I was going to pass it on to Kiana!"

"There’s no other way. If you want it back from Kevin, you’ll have to beat him first. But I don't think anyone can do that in the current world. Oh, wait, maybe... maybe there's a way."

Welt touched his chin thoughtfully.

Siegfried’s eyes instantly lit up.

"Yang, tell me quickly! If you help me, I'll owe you my life!"

"Don't be so dramatic. My solution is..."

Welt squinted, looking at Ninti, who was wiping her face with a smile.

As an old father, Welt understood Kevin’s feelings about Ninti very well.

The Judgement of Shamash, to put it bluntly, was just a Divine Key. It might sound grand, but for people at their level, it was just another object.

If Ninti acted spoiled and asked for it, Welt thought, if he were in Kevin’s shoes, there would be no way to refuse.

Perhaps there was hope.

"???"

Ninti tilted her head cutely, not understanding why the two men's eyes were suddenly focused on her.

...

"Ka-deng!"

Judgement of Shamash leaned against the throne, making a crisp metallic sound.

Kevin sat on the throne and glanced at the sword inadvertently. Suddenly, he felt something strange—as if someone was coveting it.

Was it just his imagination?

Kevin thought he hadn’t returned to the real world for too long, making him feel a bit unsettled.

Then, he looked at Shamash sitting on the mini throne across from him...

He felt even more unsettled!

"Shamash, you..."

"I've been guarding outside the Cosmic Juggernaut for too long, and the energy system is close to being scrapped. To ensure the World Serpent runs smoothly until you return, I had the Jackal do some repairs and modifications."

"Oh..."

"Fortunately, you returned early. This era is far more turbulent than we anticipated. To ensure Project Stigma remains unaffected, I had to sacrifice the service life of the modifications in exchange for more output power. If you had come back any later, my body might not have held up. This isn't something that can be determined by my will alone."

Shamash briefly explained the situation to prevent Kevin from becoming suspicious if his future strength appeared significantly higher than before.

Kevin paused, his expression relaxing.

"Thank you for your hard work."

Those words were enough.

Everyone was working for Project Stigma, so nothing more needed to be said. For like-minded comrades, it was enough to understand each other’s intentions.

Shamash nodded calmly, as if it were only natural.

"As I said, this era is strange, with many unexpected developments. Gray Serpent will inform you of the latest intelligence. Learn it first—it will make things easier for you."

"Alright, Gray Serpent, speak, and I’ll listen."

"Yes, my lord!" Gray Serpent responded eagerly, his voice filled with loyalty.

Kevin frowned as he listened.

Hua, Su, Chiyou, Ji Lin, the artificial Herrscher Delta, Yae Sakura who became a spirit with the Key of Corruption, Angel, the Herrscher of the Dominance disciple of Hua...

One by one, they were all listed. Even Otto would have been confused.

It would be strange if Kevin wasn't.

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Chapter 309: Kevin, You Should Say Something Too

"Elysia, it worked..."

And it worked a little too well.

Kevin put his hand on his forehead, his gaze a bit unfocused.

Back then, he promised Elysia that if she successfully changed the fate of the Herrscher and humanity, he would let her witness that moment.

Kevin had always remembered this promise, and now the fate of the Herrscher had indeed been changed.

The question was, which one should he let her see?

The Herrscher of Reason, the Herrscher of the Void, the Herrscher of Thunder, the Herrscher of Wind, the Herrscher of Dominance... Damn, as someone from the previous civilization, the more he thought about it, the more absurd it felt.

How could a Herrscher retain humanity in this era? Is Elysia really that amazing?

Amen!

Kevin finally realized the distress of having too many options.

From his personal perspective, of course, he preferred the simple, kind, and promising little Ninti. That child would definitely thrive in the paradise of the afterlife. Even the hot-tempered Kalpas and the wicked Mobius wouldn't harm such a good child.

But Elysia, who should have been a firewall for Mobius and Kalpas, had become a concern. Even though her memory was still intact inside, Elysia was still...

"Ah! Is this the Herrscher of the new era? So cute! Let your sister hug you, prprprpr~~"

"Siater... Elysia... Don’t... Wuwuwu QAQ!"

Kevin imagined the scene, subconsciously clenched his fists, and slowly shifted his gaze to the hilt of the Judgment of Shamash next to him.

Suddenly, he had the urge to cut something!

Kevin shook his head gently.

"Even if she's not bullied, she could still be easily led astray... Let's leave Ninti out of this for now. She's too pure and not suitable for meeting Elysia. If we exclude Ninti, that leaves... the Herrscher of Dominance?"

Angel, the Herrscher of Dominance, is Hua’s disciple. Su has also helped her. She is undoubtedly the second-best choice after Ninti, or perhaps even the best choice alongside her.

Kevin might not fully trust a Herrscher, but he can trust the judgment of Hua and Su. If both of them agreed, then Kevin couldn't come up with any reason not to trust the Herrscher of Dominance.

As for the remaining Herrschers—the Herrscher of the Void, the Herrscher of Thunder, and the Herrscher of Wind—although intelligence suggested they possessed humanity, Kevin couldn’t be convinced without seeing it for himself.

The Elysian Realm, as a trace left by his companions in this world, was one of the few things Kevin still cared about, and he had to be cautious.

Even with sufficient defense measures in place at the Elysian Realm, there was no absolute safety in a world plagued by collapse. The best way to combat risks was not to prepare for them but to avoid them altogether.

The Elysian Realm was unique, and the conditions for its formation had long since disappeared. Once lost, it could never be recreated. Therefore, a Herrscher who had not been personally verified by Kevin or his comrades could not be allowed into the Elysian Realm!

"Swish!"

Just as Kevin was narrowing down the choice for Elysia’s souvenir, a sharp gust of air sliced through the room.

Kevin’s fingertips twitched. He raised his head and calmly looked toward the main entrance of the hall.

"Boom!"

The heavy sound of soil and stone grinding against each other echoed.

Under the collective gaze of the key members of the World Serpent, the upper part of the tall and wide conference hall slowly slid down.

To be precise, the entire main building had been sliced diagonally by a sharp sword, causing the upper part to slide down along the slant of the cut.

Soon, only half of the building remained standing, and a clear sky appeared overhead.

Kevin moved his fingers and tapped lightly on the armrest of the throne.

"Boom!"

A dull, thunderous sound reverberated, shaking the ground, and at the same time, the wind stirred by the Honkai energy blew away all the dust.

At that moment, the petite and slender girl holding the sword at the entrance came into full view—cold and stunning, like a little sword fairy stepping out of a painting.

'Blonde hair, purple eyes like Ninti’s, a red Key of Domination, and the presence of a Herrscher...'

Combined with the detailed information recently reported by Gray Serpent, Kevin immediately identified the visitor.

It was true. Angel was here.

"Are you Kevin?"

"The Herrscher of Dominance, what do you want?"

Both spoke almost simultaneously, and the sharp tension between them crackled, sending a sonic boom through the air.

The atmosphere was thick with conflict.

Then Angel stood at the entrance, gazing into Kevin’s eyes quietly.

Both appeared frozen in place, neither speaking first.

However, Jackal, standing nearby, raised her hand and surveyed the damage. After confirming that the entire building had been cut in half, she suddenly erupted in fury.

"I’ll kill you, Herrscher of Dominance! I just built a new laboratory, and I haven’t even used the equipment yet! I’m going to kill you!"

"Calm down! Jackal, calm down!"

"Gray Serpent, let me go! I’m going to kill her! This is the second time! This is the second time! Ah!!!"

"Calm down! You can’t beat her! Let the Lord and Shamash handle this. Just calm down!"

Gray Serpent used all the strength he had, but was still dragged forward by the enraged Jackal, leaving two furrows in the ground as her feet dug in.

Angel, Kevin, and Shamash: "..."

Anyway, at least the tension in the air had dissipated.

Angel took a deep breath, her expression softening slightly, as she asked with a serious tone.

"Is this your chief scientist?"

"She’s very useful—on a non-combat level."

Shamash responded calmly.

Kevin, who had just opened his mouth to speak, silently swallowed his words.

Well, this was indeed an ELF modeled after a real person’s personality. It was no problem for him to using it as a stand-in for conversations.

Angel’s expression remained blank.

"It’s the same old story. To defeat the Honkai, you have to use everything at your disposal and accept any sacrifice, right?"

"I have no objections to that. But you seem different from before. You look stronger?"

"It's not that I seem to be stronger; I have never stopped getting stronger. In my short life, I've learned that strength doesn’t represent everything, but without it, I can’t accomplish anything."

"..."

Shamash remained silent, the flaming sword in her hand burning fiercely, distorting the air around her as she pointed it at Angel, who had destroyed the base as soon as she arrived.

"Friend or enemy, choose."

The atmosphere shifted back to a serious tone.

Shamash seemed ready to take action but suddenly hesitated, as if remembering something. She turned to Kevin and asked, confused.

"Kevin, why aren’t you saying anything?"

"..."

You’ve already said everything I could have said, haven’t you?

Kevin sat on the throne, unsure of how to respond to Shamash’s puzzled look. He just felt that he still wasn’t used to this kind of reality!

"What exactly is Project Stigma? Last time you said I could seek answers from him."

"..."

Shamash then sheathed her sword and floated back a bit, leaving Kevin at the forefront.

Kevin: "?"

Wait, wasn’t it you who was negotiating just now, Shamash?

Why’s it my turn now?

What am I supposed to do?

Kevin, still seated on the throne, kept his expression neutral but felt a bit disoriented.

Oh, right. He remembers now... The Herrscher of Dominance caused trouble not long ago, forcing Gray Serpent to sacrifice part of his clones, and even left a backdoor for surveillance and invasion in Gray Serpent's consciousness network.

Now she’s here to ask about the truth behind Project Stigma.

Kevin gathered his thoughts, composed himself, and after a moment of silence, slowly spoke.

"The Herrscher of Dominance, Hua's disciple... Why do you think birds can fly?"

"... I'm not here to listen to riddles. I need answers."

Angel interrupted Kevin’s cryptic monologue.

I’ve heard that story before; no need to repeat it.

Kevin paused for half a second but didn’t seem embarrassed. He continued as if nothing had happened.

"What will you do once you get the answer?"

"Based on your answer, I’ll make my own choice."

Angel held the hilt of her sword, and the cold, red light of the blade flickered in Kevin's eyes.

'Are the people of this era really this bold?'

Kevin glanced at Shamash beside him, then at the Judgement of Shamash in his own hand, momentarily confused.

Where does this Herrscher of Dominance get her confidence?

Didn’t Hua and Su tell her about the strength of the strongest among the Flamechasers and MANTIS?

However, thinking back to the origin of the Nagazora Incident, Kevin understood. Perhaps she had every reason to be this confident and fearless.

"Before we continue, do you know what Su saw in the Project Velaka?"

"I don’t know. He never told me."

"Where is he now?"

"He's gone."

Kevin’s pupils narrowed.

Angel, meanwhile, seemed to soften her stance, as if recalling something. She spoke slowly.

"I didn’t mean that he died. He said he wasn’t dead. He left his strength and body to me, but his spirit vanished. I couldn’t find any trace of him."

"..."

"You might have expected him to leave me with something to tell you, but he didn’t. Later, I came to realize that he probably thought you already understood everything, so there was no need."

This wasn’t Angel’s speculation—it was simply the truth.

Su hadn’t left any final words for Kevin. In her delayed understanding, Angel believed that Su had felt it unnecessary to say anything, not that he had forgotten.

Kevin was silent for a long time before finally nodding.

"I see."

No one knew exactly what he understood from his best friend's last act, and it seemed he didn’t intend to share it.

However, from Angel’s understanding of Kevin, she felt he had relaxed just a little.

"So, what did Su say to you in the end?"

"He said that if Elysia could see me, she’d be overjoyed. He also said that if I could create new possibilities with his body, it would make his life worthwhile... He never once considered the possibility that I might use his power for evil—what an unreasonable good person."

"Yeah, that sounds like Su."

If Su hadn’t been such a good person, Project Stigma would have been implemented two thousand years ago.

And, of course, if he hadn’t been such a good person, he wouldn’t have become one of Kevin’s closest friends.

Kevin sighed in regret and, unconsciously, gently pressed his chest.

At least he wasn’t dead—he was still moving forward on his own path.

For Kevin, this was the best news in 50,000 years!

The corners of Kevin’s mouth lifted slightly, though no one noticed—not even him.

"I can give you the answer, but first, you need to go somewhere. There, in addition to the answer, you can gain much more."

"... My patience is limited. Don’t brush me off again and again!"

"I’m not brushing you off. Since you’re recognized by Hua and Su, you’re qualified."

Kevin easily subdued Angel’s rising hostility.

Angel narrowed her eyes, evaluating the strength of both Kevin and Shamash. After a long moment, she nodded coldly in agreement.

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Chapter 310: Does the Leader Need to Know?

The appearance of the Elysian Realm is a secret laboratory equipped with high-end technology and a significant amount of Honkai energy. Naturally, it is not located in Shenzhou but in a more remote, secret place.

Because it is related to the Elysian Realm, only Kevin is authorized to send people there.

So, Kevin had just emerged from the Sea of Quanta, accompanied Ninti all night, reviewed intelligence for most of the day, and flew halfway around the world non-stop.

Then, he sat on the throne.

Ah, a little tired!

Even though he is the world's top superhuman, he feels a bit disoriented at this moment. Compared to floating in the Sea of Quanta with an empty mind, adapting to the life of a social being is much more challenging.

"Let's go."

"Hmm?"

"Jackal has created a supplement for you based on the Judgment-level Honkai Beast, and you haven't used it yet."

"Oh..."

"There are also some matters that require your attention. On the Mount Taixu side, Angel is Hua's disciple, and the Elysian Realm also has connections to Hua. You need to explain this to her. Additionally, the Mount Taixu forces are not very optimistic about Project Stigma, so you need to carefully consider your decisions. On the Schicksal side, Otto used the Judgment-level Honkai Beast to negotiate a meeting with you. Gray Snake inferred that it might be related to Cosmic Juggernaut. We don’t know what he intends to do with this Divine Key..."

"Wait, wait for me, I'll absorb the Honkai Beast first."

Kevin raised his hand and said with a blank expression. Shamash looked at her "original counterpart" in confusion, then continued as if nothing had happened.

"Okay. By the way, Jackal has some new ideas about Project Stigma. Since you just returned, listen to them and give us your judgment. That's all for now. I'll talk to you after you’ve absorbed it—how long will it take?"

"One..."

"A quarter of an hour? Longer than expected. Okay, we’ll talk after that quarter."

Shamash nodded seriously.

Kevin choked.

"Ahem, I meant a day."

"Why so long? Isn’t Chimera very fast? Is there something wrong with your body?"

"Well... maybe. After all, I’ve been in the Sea of Quanta for a long time, and I underwent transformation. i need some time to return to normal, right?"

"That’s right. Then you should adjust as soon as possible. If not, let Jackal take a look. Don’t delay everyone’s work."

Shamash looked at Kevin with understanding and complete trust.

Kevin had a blank expression on his face and slowly turned his head to the side.

Don’t look at me. I’m pleased that you’re working so hard, but please give me some time to adapt. Being a social cow now is very different from the expected real life.

I’m beginning to miss Ninti’s snack time.

...

"Ah-choo!"

"What’s wrong with Ninti?"

"Did she catch a cold?"

"Or has the long-awaited Herrscher core rejection reaction finally appeared?"

Three scientists poked their heads out of the kitchen door. Two focused on Ninti’s condition, and the third on the rejection reaction.

Tesla and Einstein turned their attention to Yssring.

Each of them placed a hand on Yssring’s shoulder, covered her mouth with their hands, and pulled her back violently.

"Ahahaha! Ninti, it’s nothing. You continue making snacks. We’ll go discuss something."

"Yes, yes, yes. Go slowly. Don’t burn yourself. Call us if you need anything."

"Woo woo woo!"

The sound of Yssring’s struggle came through the hands of the two doctors. She was confused and panicked. It was clear that even if she wasn’t physically harmed, she would be scolded by the doctors for a long time.

Ninti blinked blankly, stretched her flexible tail to the cabinet next to her, took out a mask, put it on her face, and continued kneading the dough.

Since the two "Sky-supporting Cloud Pillars and Sea-supporting Purple Gold Beams" had finally returned from the Sea of Quanta, Anti-Entropy no longer had to worry about falling, and the situation was considered stable.

Most importantly, Seele was back, so Cocolia decided to reunite with the children left behind at the East Shenzou Sea Base.

Thus, Ninti was preparing snacks for everyone.

Meanwhile, in the living room, Welt reviewed the recent intelligence and sighed in relief.

"World Serpent and Schicksal have kept their troops inactive, which is a blessing. When Ninti and I are not here, if the S-level Valkyrie and Shamash attack, no one can stop them."

"Hey, Yang, what do you mean? Where do you put me?"

Welt glanced at Siegfried, who was hanging his arm and bandaged, adjusted his glasses, and said nothing.

It’s not that he looked down on Siegfried’s strength.

It’s just that it’s possible he really can’t stop it.

"Alliance Leader!"

At that moment, a hurried and surprised voice broke the awkward silence.

Raiden Ryoma rushed in in a hurry.

On the sofa next to him, Cocolia casually stretched out her long legs.

"Bang!"

"Ouch!"

Raiden Ryoma raised his head with a red nose, turned to see Cocolia rubbing her nails and blowing on them, her posture relaxed as if nothing had happened.

"Cocolia!"

"What? I’ve disliked you for a long time. If you feel hurt, reflect on your own problems first."

"I... you..."

"If you have something to say, say it. After you finish, get out. I will entertain my daughters here later. All outsiders must leave."

Cocolia looked at him with a mean expression, as if she regarded human life as worthless.

However, Raiden Ryoma had no choice. Cocolia’s power and status were overwhelming. Besides, she had done everything right, and no one could say she was wrong. Even from a justice standpoint, Raiden Ryoma couldn’t challenge her.

"Leader!"

Raiden Ryoma turned to Welt. "It’s great to see that you’re safe and sound, Lord Alliance Leader! My efforts these days haven’t been in vain."

No matter how much the organization is cleaned up and restructured, it won’t be effective in one or two days. If the enemy attacks now, Anti-Entropy will be finished.

Welt looked at the dusty Ryoma with a new scar on his face and asked in confusion.

"What effort? What did you do, Ryoma?"

"Alliance Leader... Hey, Cocolia, didn’t you report the situation to the Alliance Leader?"

"Ah? Why tell him?"

Question marks appeared on the faces of the three people.

Raiden Ryoma looked devastated:

"No, he is the Alliance Leader!"

"But he neither manages things nor knows how to manage them. In the end, wasn’t it me who was in charge? Doesn’t he need to know what happened?"

Cocolia looked confused, as if wondering why the Anti-Entropy Alliance Leader needed to know about the internal reform and power reorganization of Anti-Entropy.

Raiden Ryoma was puzzled by this self-evident attitude.

Doesn't Leader of the organization need to know this?

Is it really me who has a problem?

---

Chapter 311: You Are Just Useless*

At this time, Welt also asked curiously:

"What are you talking about? Did something happen that I don't know about?"

Just as he was halfway through his words, a cute little head popped out of the kitchen, with white flour on her nose:

"Joachim, are you there?"

"Hey, Ninti, I'm here!"

"Can you help me hold the mold?"

"Of course, I'll be right there!"

Welt walked over happily.

As for Raiden Ryoma and Anti-Entropy... it didn't matter. Since Cocolia hadn't mentioned it, it wasn't a big problem.

How could it be more important than the fun of cooking with Ninti!

After hesitating for a long time, Raiden Ryoma finally emphasized under Cocolia's gaze.

"Forget it, the leader is indeed not familiar with worldly affairs. But I, Ryoma, will definitely keep an eye on the organization and will never let some people with ulterior motives..."

"Get lost."

Cocolia raised her pistol.

Tesla wanted to say something fair, but Einstein, who was thinking about more funding, covered her mouth to stop her.

Siegfried also wanted to say something to help, but then Cocolia raised another pistol and pointed it at his head.

Three seconds later, Raiden Ryoma left with a wooden expression, as if he had never come back, without a word.

"Hoo! Hoo!"

Cocolia blew on the muzzles of the two pistols.

Just then, the window showed the scene of the passenger plane rumbling down to the airport.

"Ah, my little cuties are here!"

It had been several months since she last experienced their fragrant, soft bodies and skin, and Cocolia was very excited at this moment.

...

As soon as the plane landed, Sin dragged the relatively obedient Lilia and Chen Tianwen to the back.

Bronya was still thinking about Seele, whom she had been thinking about day and night, but she also reacted and quietly retreated to Sin's side.

Only Rosalia, who lacked a sense of crisis, jumped out carelessly, opened her arms, and laughed.

"Wow ha ha ha! Anti-Entropy Headquarters, your Miss Rosalia is here..."

"Mom is here!"

"Woo woo woo!!!"

Rosalia was pressed into someone's broad chest like a doll, then lifted up high, hugged, kissed, touched, and pinched, over and over again.

The silly expression on her face showed extreme fear. She twisted her body hard in an attempt to escape, but all her struggles were useless.

Finally, the energetic girl, who was still thinking about giving Anti-Entropy Headquarters a little vodka-sister shock, seemed to have her soul escape from her mouth. She was held under Cocolia's arms with empty eyes, her limp limbs twitching from time to time, like a fish that died with its eyes open.

"Ah——" ×4

The four people next to her wiped the sweat from their foreheads, sighing in relief after escaping death and feeling sad.

"Ah, welcome, my little cuties. Have you eaten well? Studied well? Did you miss your beloved mother?"

Cocolia had a little fun and calmed down a lot. She went over to touch their heads and greeted them one by one, with a particularly gentle and bright smile.

Sin crossed her arms coolly and hummed a few times in response. At the same time, she looked up and down at Cocolia's face and body, silently evaluating whether there was anything wrong with her diet and routine these days.

'The dark circles under her eyes are a little thick, her face is a little pale, but her figure is no different from before. Hmm... Let's make something nourishing tonight.'

Sin considered the menu for tonight.

Lilia and Chen Tianwen were still in shock, but they nodded obediently, and even hugged her carefully, indicating that they missed their mother.

Amidst the joy, only Bronya stood there in a daze. When she saw the beautiful girl in white, she couldn't take her eyes off her.

In fact, Bronya couldn't wait to contact her when she first learned that Seele had returned.

But...

"Hello, who is this?"

"Seele, it's me, Sister Bronya..."

"Hey! Oops! Ninti, don't move. My skirt is wet because of you. Come, sit down obediently, let Sister Seele help you..."

Beep!

The phone suddenly hung up.

"Skirt... skirt is wet!?"

Bronya's heart skipped a beat.

Then she quickly reacted and guessed that Seele might be helping Ninti take a bath or something and might not have clearly heard the call's content.

So, she waited for the call in the living room all night, but she didn't get a callback.

Then she called again.

"Seele, it's Bronya!"

"Bronya... ah? What? Ninti, are you sleepy? Then take a rest first. After all, you just woke up yesterday, and maybe you haven't recovered yet. Leave the rest to others. You aren't the only one who can do the work... well, I mean leave it to Seele. Don't worry, Seele is very capable!"

Beep!

That day, Bronya sat in the empty living room for a long, long time.

...

And so it was until today.

The girl looked like a snow-white flower, swaying in the wind, with clear and gentle eyes like lake water, with a hint of shyness and joy, just like the first love in a dream.

"Seele..."

"Sister Bronya..."

"Seele..."

"Sister Bronya..."

The air in late autumn was chilly, but the two who looked at each other felt as warm as spring, hugging each other tightly.

Until a flexible white tail stretched out and gently poked the faces of the two.

"Drinks, would you like some?"

"Yes, thank you, Ninti~~"

Seele leaned over and touched Ninti's head, her smile even more gentle and doting than when she saw Bronya.

Bronya: "!!!"

In short, reunion and reunions are both good things.

The Cocolia family reunited today, held a lively dinner, and had a long-lost family bath and sleep together.

Anyway, Cocolia, who was hugged by everyone and even picky, was happy.

Ninti, who was sandwiched between Seele and Bronya, was also happy.

As for the others, they were all trivial matters, not worth mentioning.

...

At the same time, the atmosphere on the side of Schicksal was completely different.

Today, the Archbishop of Schicksal presided over the meeting, and Grand Steward Amber and all the S-rank Valkyries were online.

Otto made the classic action of Commander Pi, and his serious eyes swept across the scene and the remote video one by one. Seeing that the former S-rank Theresa and the current S-rank Fu Hua were both present in the Far East, he nodded with a relaxed expression.

Looking at the Oceania conference room again, Otto frowned slightly.

"Where is Delta? Is Delta online?"

"Uh, maybe the signal isn't good... Overseer, let me adjust it, please wait."

The newly promoted S-rank Valkyrie Wendy rubbed her hands embarrassedly and temporarily disconnected the communication.

Then her face darkened, and she straightened the limp salted fish that lay on the table, pulling out the large and small tapes she had prepared in advance. First, she fixed the soft, boneless body of the salted fish tower, then opened its eyelids, and stuck them in place.

"Wendy, what are you doing? Some new game?"

"Meeting! Meeting! The Archbishop and Lady Durandal are waiting on the other side, do you still want to do this!?"

"I'm here, aren't I? What do you want from me? Stand up and listen? I'm a cripple."

"Don't say that."

"Wendy..."

"You're just crippled; it has nothing to do with being a cripple."

Wendy touched Delta's head lovingly.

Delta: "Hmm???"

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Chapter 312 Amber Notes

"Regarding the battle that erupted over the Mariana Trench a few days ago, it has been confirmed that one of the two warring parties is Anti-Entropy member Ninti, who has gained the power of the Herrscher of Reason. The other is the World Serpent Lord, Kevin Kaslana, the strongest MANTIS from the previous era... I assume you've paid at least some attention to it, right?"

Otto smiled and looked at the people in front of him.

Durandal displayed an extremely serious and solemn expression.

Due to the familiar name, Fu Hua’s expression was blank, her eyes vacant, and she appeared a little absent-minded.

"Ha~~"

Only Delta, with her eyelids bandaged, lazily yawned, showing an indifferent reaction.

This, of course, caught Otto's attention.

"Delta, you don't seem very concerned about this battle?"

"I probably knew about it earlier than all of you. The flowing winds conveyed everything that happened to me on that day."

"...Flowing Winds? Is that also the power of the Herrscher of Wind?"

"Nothing much. It's just some abilities developed during this period. They're not worth mentioning."

Otto nodded, ignoring the information.

As for his specific considerations, only he knew.

"The situation isn't optimistic. We all know the World Serpent's style. Now that they've gained such strong power, what will they do next? I hope everyone remains vigilant. As for Anti-Entropy... to be honest, I'm not too concerned about Anti-Entropy under Welt. He's a representative of the compromise and moderate faction. However, the current leader of Anti-Entropy is Cocolia, an Eagle who dared to break into the Floating Island and steal stuff. She should not be underestimated."

Otto briefly explained the situation and communicated with the top combat forces he relied on. "In addition to conveying the changes within Anti-Entropy and the World Serpent and reminding everyone to strengthen their training and be ready for battle at any time, there is one more matter to discuss in this meeting."

"I want to introduce a new colleague to everyone."

Pah!

Otto smiled and clapped his hands.

The door to the headquarters’ conference room made a clicking sound.

After a moment of fiddling, a pair of youthful eyes burst into the room, brimming with the determination of a young person facing the world. In a clear and soft voice, the girl spoke.

"Your door should be repaired, Rak... cough, I mean, Archbishop Otto!"

"As you can see, Li Sushang is a master of swordsmanship and martial arts. She is also an S-rank Valkyrie of Schicksal."

Otto calmly and freely introduced the lively and somewhat rude visitor.

Li Sushang looked around at Amber, Durandal, Yae Sakura, Rita, and the others on the screen. She stood up straight, twirling her ponytail with one hand and touching her bangs with the other.

"Hello, everyone. I am Li Sushang. From now on, I will be your colleague. If I make any mistakes in the future, please forgive me!"

Li Sushang clasped her fists and saluted, showing a bright and sunny smile.

"Hello, let's work together from now on."

"Miss Sushang, you're too polite."

"Miss Sushang, please take care of us too."

The headquarters meeting room was full of joy.

Theresa also greeted them earnestly.

Delta yawned again.

Only Fu Hua, after a simple nod, noticed that this strange girl whom she had never seen before, was staring at her with sparkling eyes.

Fu Hua shifted slightly and confirmed that the girl was looking at her.

"Excuse me, do we know each other?"

"Li Sushang, the eldest disciple of the Supreme Freedom Sect, pays homage to Master Jingwei! Sushang is overjoyed to meet the Grand Master in this era!"

Li Sushang clasped her fists again, bowed, and performed the formal etiquette of a junior in the sect.

Fu Hua blinked blankly.

Li Sushang?

The first time she silently repeated the name, it sounded a little familiar.

The second time she silently repeated it, hmm—wait, is this person still alive!?

Fu Hua's body and mind had recovered, but many of her memories were still fragmented. Thanks to Li Sushang’s face, now, another cluster of fragments connected, making a memory clearer.

Fu Hua frowned slightly and looked in Otto's direction. He responded with an apologetic and helpless smile.

Fu Hua sighed, her expression a bit more relaxed as she spoke to Li Sushang.

"I never expected you to still be alive."

"Yes, yes, I find it amazing too. Anyway, it's been a long time, Grand Master. Sushang is very happy to see you in good health."

"Yeah, me too."

"When I get more familiar with things and have time, Sushang will definitely rush to serve you, Grand Master. Please wait for me!"

Li Sushang said politely.

Her mother’s death was also related to Fu Hua, and she did fight Fu Hua that year. But after experiencing so much, she understood the complex situation of the Seven Disciples of Taixu killing their master.

Overall, no matter what the reason was, there was really no way to justify her mother and her master's uncles killing their master.

Now, Li Sushang only knows that Grand Master Jingwei was someone her mother and master always cared about, and is also her undisputed Grand Master.

When the opportunity arises, it is her unshakable duty to show filial piety to her mother and master.

"That's not necessary. Just adapt to this era as soon as possible, do what you need to do, and don’t feel burdened by this rare new life."

Fu Hua gently refused.

It’s funny. I’m not without disciples. I even have Book of Fuxi, Ji Lin, and Ah Lin. Do I need your filial piety?

It’s enough to keep the population of Mount Taixu at this rate. If it gets too lively, Fu Hua won’t be able to adapt.

"Hey, but—"

"Okay, we can discuss the internal affairs of the Taixu Sword Sect later. Today, I also want to inform you that the new generation of Valkyrie Battlesuit has been completed. The Battlesuit designed for you will be delivered soon. Please use it in actual combat as soon as possible and give feedback to the equipment R&D department on your experience."

Most of the Valkyries' expressions shifted slightly.

Except for max-rank veterans like Fu Hua and people like Delta, who possess the Herrscher core, the combat effectiveness of a Valkyrie is heavily reliant on Valkyrie Battlesuit. For people like Rita and Wendy, the difference in combat power with and without armor is enormous.

This news was of great significance.

"And finally, as the Archbishop, I have a rare opportunity to hear about everyone’s recent life and work. Are there any urgent problems that need to be addressed?"

All the Valkyries were taken aback.

After a moment, various issues were raised.

"I've noticed the bitter melons recently supplied aren’t as fresh as they used to be!"

"Yeah, I see. Amber, check the recent procurement process to identify the problem."

"Recently, the training equipment seems a bit outdated."

"Understood. Amber, arrange for the equipment department to provide Durandal with the latest and most challenging training gear."

"When will we get a salary increase?"

"We’ll discuss it after the comprehensive evaluation at the end of the year, but don’t worry. The missions you’ve completed this year were all high-difficulty, so a year-end bonus is inevitable."

"As for me, I might want a new tea set. It’s not proper to keep borrowing Rita and Amber's."

"No problem. Do you want a Western or Far Eastern set, Sakura? Just prepare one of each for you. Amber, note it down."

Most people expressed needs, some serious and others not so much.

And as always, Otto kindly satisfied them, providing enough emotional support.

Finally, Amber set down her tablet and looked at Otto coldly:

"Amber hopes that the Archbishop can pay more attention to Schicksal's work, or at least not disappear like we're playing hide-and-seek when there’s work to be done."

"Okay, okay, Amber. I’ll make a note of it... cough, cough, cough!"

The long-awaited high-rank team-building event of Schicksal ended with the Archbishop's coughing and frantic eye signals.

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*Chapter 313: Even More Narcissistic Than Me*

"Hey, Amber..."

"Lord Otto, is there a problem?"

"No, nothing."

Facing Amber who was focused on handling recent tasks, Otto tried to save face but couldn't start the conversation and could only smile humbly.

"Hahaha! Rakshasa, this is the first time i saw you showed such an expression right?"

"Sushang, although there are no outsiders here, please give me some face."

"Tsk! This miss was suddenly turned into a Valkyrie by you, and I even played a part in your act. I should say thank you to this girl!"

"Thank you, Miss Sushang."

Otto smiled gently.

Li Sushang, who was sitting carelessly on the sofa, paused.

Although she had already sensed changes in this person from five hundred years ago, this smile seemed no different from back then.

Li Sushang subconsciously touched her bangs, puffed up her cheeks, turned her head, and stopped talking.

"Mr. Otto, Miss Sushang, Amber, come and have some tea." Yae Sakura made tea with the new tea set she had just gotten. Considering the preferences of the newcomer, Li Sushang, she brewed Longjing tea from Shenzhou.

"I heard that Miss Sushang also came to this era from five hundred years ago?"

"Yes, thanks to the Rakshasa's... Oh, it's your Archbishop Otto's wonderful items. According to the terms of this era, it's called high technology, right?"

"Haha, what a coincidence. Sakura also suddenly came to this era from five hundred years ago. Mr. Otto asked me to help you adapt, but I'm still learning. Anyway, if you have any questions in the future, please come to me for advice, Miss Sushang."

"Ah? You too?" Li Sushang looked at Yae Sakura, who appeared virtuous, and then suddenly turned her head to look at Otto.

Rakshasa, how many girls have you frozen!?

Otto waved his hands and denied it.

"Sakura's situation has nothing to do with me. I didn’t bring her to this era."

"Really?"

"There’s nothing to lie about with this kind of thing, right?"

"...I'll trust you this time."

Li Sushang muttered.

Although her bad relationship with Otto had always been one-sided, and she thought it was over, some traces still remained, right?

Li Sushang picked up the teacup in a depressed manner, took a sip, and suddenly her eyes lit up—hey, don’t say it, this tea is authentic!

"Another cup!"

"Okay."

Li Sushang gulped down the tea, as if making up for the missing tea of the past five hundred years, but at the same time, she calmed down.

Otto laughed and shook his head, tilted his head back, and sighed.

"It's really not easy. The others are fine, even Fu Hua; she won't change just because the balance of power shifts. Only Delta's position is hard to predict. It wouldn’t be surprising if she switched sides when the wind changes."

"Hmm? Mr. Otto is worried about Miss Delta?"

"Thankfully, Wendy remains loyal to Schicksal, and Delta herself isn’t the type who enjoys causing trouble. She’ll figure it out. Even if the World Serpent and Anti-Entropy have strengthened a lot, Schicksal's confidence is still strong. As long as she understands this, she won’t act rashly. Thanks to Sushang’s cooperation, we’ve indirectly conveyed that information to her."

Li Sushang blinked rapidly.

"Oh, so you're saying that by insisting I do this, you’re using me to make a show of force?"

"As expected of Miss Sushang, you're really smart. Nothing escapes your sharp eyes!"

"That's right! I've been in the martial arts world... No, don't try to flatter me. I know my worth. You’re buttering me up again, aren't you, Rakshasa?"

"No. I’ve always been sincere with others. How could I deceive you? Like Sakura said, I’ve only recently arrived in this era, so I hope that the smart Miss Sushang can work with her and help out if there’s any trouble."

After hearing this, Yae Sakura waved to Li Sushang at the right moment, showing a gentle and sweet smile.

'Li Sushang, the eldest disciple of the Supreme Freedom Sect, has comprehended the S-rank combat power of the Taixuan Eminence.'

'It seems she isn't worthless.'

Yae Sakura smiled and calmly made her assessment.

The main reason they assessed her strength was that she seemed to have bullied Fu Hua, who was seriously injured and had lost her memory.

This made Angel unhappy.

Forget it, since Mr. Otto arranged it this way, let's try to get along with her.

Yae Sakura’s smile became even sweeter, and Li Sushang had to play with her hair, nodding with a slightly red face.

...

The disturbances in the outside world had come to an end, at least for the time being.

But in the secret depths, where few visitors had tread in the past 50,000 years, there was a realm between reality and illusion.

"Welcome, noble and pure soul. This is the final paradise at the end of the world, and also the destined final resting place of the Flamechasers. What remains here are just some interesting stories—about the thirteen people who failed to become heroes."

"So, are you looking for the past, asking about the future, or... do you simply want to meet the cute Miss Pink Elf? Hehe♪~~"

"Sorry, sorry, it's been so long since I've seen such a cute girl visit. I got a little excited and flustered!"

Surrounded by various buildings that were very different from current civilization, on the straight streets, the Honkai beasts—perhaps remnants of the previous civilization—all stared at her. That leisurely and sweet voice came from nowhere, with a charming tone.

Angel slowly drew her sword. "You mean, I have to pass this street before I can see you?"

"Well, I don't want to treat a beautiful girl like this, but the Elysian Realm is everyone’s memory after all, and even I can't make the final decision. So, although I hate to do this, and I'm even covering my eyes right now, you still have to pass through here first."

"I understand."

As soon as Angel finished speaking, her sword ki swept across dozens of miles.

In just a moment, everything before her—whether it was the Honkai beasts, the buildings, or even the unstable space—was split in two as the ancient sword returned to its sheath.

A dazzling light shone from ahead.

Angel held the sword with a calm expression, without any surprise, and stepped into the light.

Pink, slightly curly long hair, elf ears, flawless skin as delicate as milk, and a graceful figure with long legs as smooth as jade, wrapped in black boots.

The Herrscher of Human, Elysia, was a beautiful girl as cute and charming as a Elf, and her reputation was well-deserved.

At this moment, Elysia was a little surprised.

Over the years, people had come to the Elysian Realm to undergo tests and learn, such as Raven, who had a deep psychological scar from Mobius.

However, Angel was the first with such strength.

In theory, she shouldn’t need much training from the Elysian Realm.

Elysia looked at the cold and arrogant Angel seriously, just as she did with every beautiful girl she met. Gradually, a sweet smile bloomed on her face like a flower.

"Are you a Herrscher?"

"The Herrscher of Dominance—that’s what people outside call me."

"Dominance? So, the Tenth Herrscher? Hahaha, it seems the new era is more interesting than I thought! And you’re even lovelier than I imagined, a hundred times, a thousand times more lovely—just like me, Miss Pink Elf♪~~"

"..."

Angel had a blank expression and couldn't respond for a moment.

Wow, this person is even more narcissistic than us!

All Angels thought.

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Chapter 314: As the Saying Goes, a Thief Never Leaves Empty-Handed

"Ding—"

The pink, crystal-clear nails tapped on the edge of the goblet, making a crisp sound, and the transparent wine in the cup rippled. The main reason was that the beautiful girl with blonde hair and purple eyes sitting across refused to drink. Instead, she somehow found a tea set and tea leaves from the bar and was now brewing tea with elegant movements.

Elysia had no choice but to quietly admire her from the side without disturbing her.

"Her hair seemed to flow like gold, her eyes were precious purple gems, her nose and mouth were the cutest and most attractive, and her legs were thin and straight. As for her figure, although it has just begun to develop, judging by the current curve, she will definitely grow to be hot and alluring in the future, impressing thousands... Oh, what a pity, I really want to see you all grown up!"

"...You talk too much!"

Angel pushed a cup of tea toward her with a blank expression and also took back the wine glass.

Elysia looked at her wine, now replaced with tea, and pouted like a spoiled child.

"Hey, Miss Pink Elf wants to drink..."

"Tea polyphenols are good for the body, but alcohol is harmful," Angel said with a straight face.

Well, wine is not a good thing.

Especially when she took Kiana to uncover her life story, that idiot got drunk, and later, they almost confessed to each other in a daze.

After that, Angel became even more convinced that wine is not a good thing and should be avoided.

Even Elysia didn't know what to say for a moment. She still had enough common sense to avoid drinking while underage, and Angel's appearance clearly suggested she was not of age.

"Ahem! Speaking of which, I haven't introduced myself yet. I'm a mysterious, beautiful girl. My name is..."

"Elysia, second-ranked among the Flamechasers, loves beautiful girls, and your personality... is quite a headache for common-sense people."

"Ahem!!!"

Miss Elf couldn't hold it in for a second.

"Let’s put the ranking aside for now. But who gave you that final evaluation? Who told you?"

"Sip~~"

Angel picked up the tea and drank it formally, without saying a word.

Elysia's mouth twitched, then she narrowed her eyes slightly.

"Let me guess, since I'm the famous Detective Elf. First, exclude Hua; she’s not the type to say such things. Kevin wouldn’t either; he’s been in his shell for too long. That leaves... Su? It’s possible. That kind-hearted man who can’t open his eyes but has a very good heart might have given you a hint."

"Sip~~"

"But don't believe him. I think he might have mixed up some traits from other companions. He’s definitely not describing me. Look at Miss Elf’s eyes—such beautiful, innocent, and kind eyes. Do I look like someone with a strange personality?"

Elysia blinked, faintly releasing a trace of electricity. Angel stared straight into her blue and pink, dreamy eyes for a long time, and the corners of her mouth slightly raised.

"Yes."

"Eh—how can you say that!?"

"Let me ask you a question."

"Okay, if you have a question, I, Miss Elf, will do my duty!"

"Can everyone outside see everything that happens here?"

"Of course not! This is about everyone’s privacy. How could we let others watch? Even your companions outside can only see the system’s operational status at most; they can’t view the actual scenes. By the way, that’s a rule I strongly recommended and passed~" Elysia proudly patted her chest.

The round and upright part moved, representing ultimate softness, which made Angel squint her eyes.

This answer matched what Jackal speculated from the data.

Elysian Realm is an independent facility that has been refined and perfected long ago. The World Serpent only receives maintenance reports from Klein regularly and does not manage its operations directly. Therefore, even the Jackal, who had been inside the World Serpent for a long time, didn’t know the specifics of this place.

In short, combined with Elysia’s answer, Angel was pretty sure that as long as there were no bugs affecting the entire system, no one outside would know what happened here.

Angel breathed a sigh of relief.

Although it wasn’t difficult to maintain her character the whole time, the lack of onlookers made things easier.

"Hmm? Mysterious girl, it seems you have many secrets you don’t want to reveal?"

"I am Angel. I was just thinking about how I could pack you up and take you away."

"...Huh?"

"I’m wrong—not just you. I want to pack you all up and take you away."

Angel’s expression was serious. Elysia was stunned for a moment before breaking into a bright and charming smile:

"That's quite the offer. If a flawless beauty like you made such a request, Miss Elf wouldn’t know how to say no~~"

"Do you think I’m joking?"

"How could I? You're the lovely guest I stood up to greet at first sight. No matter what you say, I’ll support you without hesitation~~"

"Let’s just take it as a joke for now. Still, a memory realm that’s been operating since 50,000 years ago, with an interior almost indistinguishable from the real world, is truly amazing technology."

Angel changed the subject, her purple eyes glancing at the golden-framed space portal in the center of the hall. She sighed in admiration.

This Technology must be learned.

This interweaving of the real and virtual felt like Su’s highest-level spiritual skills.

Whether in scientific research or practical application, there were many things to learn from this place.

Not to mention the Thirteen Flamechasers—even without taking them out, Angel could probably uncover a lot just by digging into them.

Is it easy for me to get to where I am today?

As the saying goes, a thief never leaves empty-handed. If sha can’t get enough value from this place, wouldn’t she had come in vain?

Elysia looked at Angel, who was defenseless and clearly distracted by her thoughts. She saw Angel licking her lips, like a greedy cat eyeing a gourmet meal.

"Puchi—"

Elysia couldn’t help but cover her mouth and laugh.

Such a cute girl really played into her hands!

Angel ignored Elysia’s reaction. She lowered her head and opened a hidden compartment under the counter.

"There’s a stove, kitchen utensils, and when I was looking for tea leaves earlier, I saw fresh ingredients in the fridge. I suppose we can cook here?"

"Yes! This is a place for everyone to relax, gather, and communicate, so naturally, it has all the necessary functions. There's even... uh, I think it’s on this wall—a large vanity and audio equipment!"

Angel ignored Elysia’s cute wink, rubbed her chin, and muttered.

"If this is our first meeting, wouldn’t it be more appropriate to bring gifts?"

"What? Are you going to cook for me as a gift? Then I’ll be very, very excited~~"

Angel ignored her again, washed her hands, and soon began cooking with the skill of someone who had lived there for a long time.

"Oh my, if you keep ignoring me like this, even an optimistic girl like me will get sad. Oh, I see—you like playing hard to get? Not good! But even so, I still consider you my best friend~~"

Elysia got no response again.

She could only stick out her tongue helplessly, then lazily laid down, quietly watching Angel cook until the delicious aroma filled the room.

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Chapter 315: I Made Her Cry to Please the Doctor

‘What a skilled cook, and she seems to have a strong will, like a shining gem.’

Elysia admired the scene and was glad she hadn’t missed this welcome.

But then something was wrong.

Elysia watched as Angel took out a wooden food box, placed all the steaming food inside, and closed the lid, leaving nothing on the counter.

"Uh, do you want to invite me to a picnic somewhere? Aren’t you satisfied with the scenery here?"

"Please take me to Dr. Mobius' room."

"Huh??"

"Any questions?"

Angel tilted her head innocently.

Elysia waved her hands in panic and said anxiously.

"Um, wasn’t the meal you cooked for me?"

"Why should I cook for you?"

The question was as pure as asking why you didn’t bring an umbrella on a rainy day.

Elysia was shocked and clutched her heart.

"Aren’t we good friends? We even had a pleasant chat. Shouldn’t you cook me a delicious meal to celebrate?"

"Happy? Is there? Sorry, but I felt there was always a chirping noise next to me while I was cooking, so I simply blocked my ears. I didn’t hear what you were talking about."

"Talking to myself?"

"Well, do you have any other questions?"

Angel blinked cutely.

What a joke.

You didn’t make your intentions clear from the start, and you lack sincerity. Why should I cook for you?

Just because of the obscene fat on your chest and buttocks?

Although they are very rounded, who can be tempted by them when they are so tightly wrapped?

I, Angel, am not a novice who has never seen the world. This little thing won’t buy me!

Angel put her hands on her hips.

Elysia staggered back two steps, holding onto the pillar next to her, biting her lips unwillingly, and then stamped her feet in anger.

"I’m angry! If you want to see Mobius, you must pass my test first!"

In fact, Mobius was too dangerous, and Elysia was worried about it without testing her strength.

Angel nodded expressionlessly.

...

Soon, the two appeared in an unfamiliar and spacious square.

Elysia instantly lost her shyness and anger, holding a gorgeous bow and arrow inlaid with pink crystals.

"Look, this is my weapon. The bow and arrow suit the temperament and style of a beautiful girl, don’t they? By the way, this is my favorite one; it matches my hair color and clothes very well!"

"The Fire Spirit Sword, given by my master, the Immortal Phoenix, Fu Hua whom you know. Please teach me."

Angel held the food box in one hand and slowly drew the control key from her waist with the other.

"Swish!"

The sword ki rushed towards her, and in the blink of an eye, it arrived in front of Elysia.

"Wait, wait, I haven’t warmed up yet!"

"Swish, swish, swish!"

"Boom!!!"

Arrows, sword ki, shattered and scattered crystals, red light filled the sky.

The battle escalated intensely in an instant.

Attacks that couldn’t be captured by the naked eye rapidly intertwined in the air, dismantling and offsetting each other. The two fighters moved leisurely despite the fierce attacks, with no damage sustained.

This demonstrated their exceptional skills and also meant they still had energy to spare.

The seemingly endless battle actually lasted less than a few minutes.

Then Elysia put down her bow and arrow, shrugged her shoulders, and looked weak and powerless.

"Stop, stop, stop. I can’t do it anymore. You passed."

"Well, then lead the way."

"Uh, as a weak and powerless beautiful girl, such a fierce battle has exhausted my strength in an instant. Now my stomach is almost starving..."

"It’s really troublesome. Then just point me in a direction, and you go find food for yourself."

Angel sighed at Elysia, who was staring at the food box, showing a hint of disdain.

Elysia’s breathing stalled, her face flushed with anger as she said,

"Miss Fairy is really annoyed! I won’t talk to you for three days... No, at least three hours! The road is over there, go by yourself!"

Then the flawless elf, with a hurt heart, ran away.

"Tsk!"

Angel shook her head in disappointment.

"Your mental quality is really poor."

Elysia, flying in the air, happened to catch this comment, staggered in the air, and almost fell.

She could only return a charming yet resentful look and could no longer bear the teasing. Her graceful and seductive figure disappeared in an instant.

...

Angel finally stepped into the domain of the demon scientist, a vast square bathed in an eerie, dark green light.

In theory, she should have visited Fu Hua or Su first. However, since both were acquaintances and easy to talk to, it didn’t matter whether she saw them first or later. So, Angel decided to visit the person she was most interested in first.

"Oh, dear little girl? What is Kevin doing? Can someone of your age be let in?"

"Hello, Dr. Mobius! I’m Angel. I came to see you because I have many questions to discuss. I heard that you are a traditional evil scientist who can’t take care of yourself, so I brought you the food I cooked."

Mobius was stunned by Angel’s age. The small, soft, and tempting figure, like a forbidden fruit, appeared before Angel. Angel gave her respect by bowing and handing over the food box with both hands.

Mobius blinked blankly.

Then she pouted in disgust.

"Go away, kid. This isn’t a place for you. Go and play house with the pink fat pig outside."

Griseo could be attested that Mobius could put anyone on the experimental table like a guinea pig, But only for children, no matter how impolite she appeared on the surface, she would never truly do it.

"To please the doctor, I almost bullied Elysia to tears outside!"

Angel put her hands on her hips proudly.

Mobius was stunned for a moment, and her ears twitched unconsciously.

"... Tell me more."

Half an hour later, Mobius poured the last bit of soup from the plate into his mouth and burped.

"Hahaha! That woman will have this day. You did well, little brat. So, what do you want from me? Since you’re in a good mood today, I’ll grant your request."

"Doctor, you don’t look much older than me."

"Humph! It’s a side effect of the MANTIS experiment. Everything has a price. What do you know?"

"It’s like this. I am the Herrscher of Legion in this era..."

Just as she began speaking, the relatively normal atmosphere suddenly became sinister.

Mobius narrowed his snake-like eyes, and the temperature around him seemed to drop significantly. A chilling aura enveloped Angel.

"Herrscher... Herrscher of Legion... The most hidden Herrscher. No wonder I didn’t recognize you at first sight!"

"Yes. In this era, the correct title should be the Herrscher of Dominance. I have the ability to plunder the powers of other Herrschers, including the power to completely control Honkai beasts and even combine them to reshape new bodies. So, I am very interested in the Chimera Project."

"Haha! You’re very bold, Herrscher!"

"Not only the Chimera Project, but I am also very interested in the doctor’s theories on the immortal body and evolution. I believe I can bring new breakthroughs to your research. What do you think?"

Angel looked at Mobius innocently, as if she couldn’t feel the dangerous aura emanating from her at all.

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Chapter 316: Want to Hear My Story?

"The Herrscher of Legion... The Herrscher of Dominance... Humph!"

Mobius had been emitting a murderous aura for a long time, but after looking at Angel's childish face, he slowly reined in his hostility.

She had been let in by Kevin.

She got along well with that troublesome woman, Elysia.

She even took the Key of Domination, which meant she had been acknowledged by that person.

Moreover, the power of plundering is entirely different from that of previous era. This fact was the final straw that dispelled Mobius's murderous intent.

After all, they are different.

Just like Klein and ELF Klein—despite having the same name and a certain indirect relationship—Mobius never made mistakes and never regarded anyone as a mere substitute.

They are all unique lives, so Angel and the Herrscher of Legion from the previous era are completely different entities.

Mobius looked at Angel's fearless little face and floated up in her own floating seat.

"I'm in a bad mood again. Get out of here, little brat."

"Dr. Mobius, I came here with sincerity."

"Do you want to leave if I tell you to? Or do you want to learn why so many people warn you to be wary of me?"

"Well, I'll come back tomorrow to deliver food. Sorry for bothering you today... By the way, here’s a body that was recently fused with a large number of Honkai beasts. It’s a gift for you. I hope you like it."

Angel packed up her things carefully, placed them in the food box, and then left a clean, white body without any clothing. She said goodbye politely and departed.

Angel held pure respect for a master like Mobius, who had nearly created an era.

As for her evil side—well, who isn’t a charming villain in their own way? Don’t laugh if she, Angel, was not good enough.

After Angel disappeared, Mobius pondered for a few minutes.

Eventually, the allure of the new material overcame her reserve.

Mobius eagerly began examining the body left by Angel.

"Ah! This disorganized structure, yet the degree of integration is so high. It didn’t even retain any non-human characteristics? It didn’t explode on the spot? Is this the dominance of this era?"

"Slurp—"

"This is bad, this is bad. My saliva almost dripped. I can’t pollute such excellent material!"

Mobius grinned as she held the soft and fragrant material and flew back to the laboratory.

It could be anticipated that tonight would be another sleepless night.

...

"A-choo!"

In the depths of the Elysian Realm, the little doll who was meticulously maintaining the code sneezed, defying mechanical common sense.

"Strange, why do I have a bad feeling? Could it be that the doctor is going to add some temporary work again?" Klein scratched her head, but seeing the endless pile of data in front of her, she couldn’t think about it and had to focus on her work.

...

Elysia returned to the original hall, feeling down, but the aroma of delicious food caught her attention.

"Sniff—"

Her cute little nose wrinkled as she looked in the direction of the smell and saw three steaming dishes, a bowl of soup, and a small pot of rice on the bar.

"Actually... is it covered by an illusion? When did this start? I didn’t even notice it?" Elysia quickly guessed Angel’s trick. She picked up the chopsticks and took a mouthful of meat without any hesitation.

"Mm~~"

The dishes from the previous civilization were naturally very different from those of the current era. But deliciousness often transcends time. At least in Elysia’s opinion, the taste was exactly to her liking and delicious.

"Ding ding dang dang!"

"Hung chi hung chi!"

Elysia ate with relish.

Today, Miss Pink Elf is also a foodie!

"Burp~~"

After eating her fill, Elysia lazily slumped on the sofa, looking as if she were drunk with satisfaction.

"Oh my, it turns out that not only is she so pretty, but her personality is also 10,000 times cuter than I thought~~"

"You've already finished eating?"

"I couldn’t help it, because little Angel cooked it so deliciously."

"I prepared it for two people, and I wanted to eat it too. If one person finishes it, they’ll gain a lot of weight... Oh, you’re chubby anyway, so it may not have much effect."

The faint comment, like a sharp sword, deeply penetrated the Elf girl's heart.

Elysia lowered her head stiffly and pinched her waist and abdomen. Indeed, it seemed a bit softer than before the meal.

Turning her head, she saw Angel holding a lunch box and eyeing her expressionlessly.

Then, with a coldness that seemed even colder than minus 36 degrees, Angel spoke:

"Height 163 cm, weight 55 kg, body fat percentage is high for a beautiful girl..."

"It's 54.8 kg, don’t round it off! And my body fat percentage is obviously normal!"

"They’re almost the same. Looking at this amount of meat, if you want to call yourself a beautiful girl, it’s recommended to diet and lose weight for a while."

Angel leaned over and pinched Elysia's lower abdomen. As expected, she pinched a soft little bulge.

Elysia's face turned from white to blue, then to black, and finally, she collapsed, her eyes losing their sparkle.

Angel patted Elysia’s face, but received no response.

So she stood up, touched her forehead and shoulders, and made the Hallelujah Cross.

"Rest in peace."

"...Miss Elf is not dead yet."

Elysia hugged the pillow sadly, gazing at Angel with tears in her eyes, full of accusations.

Angel sighed with a wooden expression, as if a bit regretful.

Then she ignored Elysia’s resentment, cleaned up the lunch box and tableware, and started cooking for herself again.

Elysia, an optimistic and confident beautiful girl, quickly regained her confidence despite her hurt feelings. She approached with an interested smile.

"Little Angel is so young, yet she cooks so deliciously. It’s amazing!"

"It’s nothing. You’ll learn it after doing it more."

In her previous life, she had to cook for herself to survive. Now, as the Herrscher of Dominance, her learning efficiency and micro-manipulation skills have reached new heights.

The combination of these factors resulted in her superb cooking skills that could rival all three major organizations.

It was just a casual remark, but Elysia heard something different.

"Little Angel, do you cook for yourself?"

"Want to hear my story?"

Angel, keenly aware of Elysia’s curiosity, suddenly looked up like a vigilant kitten.

Elysia maintained a beautiful smile on her face.

"Ahahaha, that’s it..."

She just feel that if such a young girl can only cook for herself, it might be a poignant experience.

Considering Angel’s strength, mature personality, and identity as a Herrscher, it seems like it could lead to a heartbreaking and sad story.

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Chapter 317: She Is So Thin

'She looks unreliable but is actually quite attentive.'

Angel mused silently.

From her skill in cooking alone, one could sense significant issues in her background and childhood.

This isn’t something just anyone can achieve.

For instance, Kiana and Fu Hua never considered the implications of Angel’s cooking skills; they merely thought she was naturally talented.

It’s not that their feelings for Angel aren’t genuine, but their personalities simply don’t allow for such deep attentiveness.

In contrast, Elysia, who noticed these subtleties from the start, seemed much more perceptive and in tune with emotional nuances.

"Nothing new. I lost my parents in the Honkai Eruption, was bullied, then awakened the Honkai Energy during the process. I was taken in and trained by a school that resisted the Honkai. Eventually, I discovered that among those who cared for me, there was a Herrscher who directly caused the Honkai Eruption and an accomplice who indirectly facilitated it... Then I became a Herrscher myself, left them with wounds, and began a solitary life again. That’s about it." Angel recounted her personal story with a calm demeanor, showing no fluctuation in her emotions.

Complete honesty wasn’t appropriate in the Elysian Realm. After all, she wanted to take a few people out, meaning these individuals might communicate with the outside world.

Thus, the true secrets of the Herrscher of Dominance must remain hidden.

Given her current circumstances and emotional entanglements, if these secrets were exposed—Angel felt she might prefer a heroic sacrifice or something similar than facing the people she deceived.

Angel’s distraction led to a pause in her cooking, and her eyes seemed to lose their light. Elysia’s smile faded.

In her moment of distraction, she noticed a green-haired figure quietly floating outside, as if attempting to sneak away.

"Ah! Isn’t this the lovely Mobius? Are you here to visit your best friend?"

"...Go away, don’t bother me."

Mobius had encountered numerous issues with the new materials and had ventured out for the first time in a century to confirm something with Angel.

Who would have thought she would overhear Angel’s personal story as soon as she arrived?

Mobius is generally not a pleasant person, but she has a soft spot for children.

Now, she wasn’t in the mood to inquire further. After some thought, she decided to return and study the materials herself, waiting until Angel visited her lab the following day.

Anyway, she decided to act as if she hadn’t heard anything.

Then Elysia began to pester her!

Elysia dragged Mobius aside, pressed her shoulders, squatted down, and whispered, sweat on her forehead.

"Mobius, help me. We need to change the subject quickly."

"What does it have to do with me? I wasn’t the one who asked."

"Think about Griseo. She seems to be more... than Griseo. Don’t you have any compassion?"

"No."

That was Mobius’s blunt response.

However, as Elysia forced a smile and pulled her toward the counter, Mobius’s floating chair didn’t resist, even though her expression wasn’t pleasant.

"Ahahaha, little Angel, look who’s here! It’s Dr. Mobius, the one you’ve been thinking about! Are you surprised?"

"Hello, Dr. Mobius."

Angel immediately set aside her work and bowed politely to greet him. "Excuse me, is there an issue with the sample I provided?"

Mobius: "...How many Honkai beasts did you use?"

Angel: "107."

Mobius: "What about the level?"

Angel: "Ah... the level ranking of the previous civilization doesn’t apply to the current one. I can’t explain it all at once."

Mobius: "Forget it. Let me ask you, what is the core material of that body? Simply combining Honkai beasts cannot achieve that kind of delicate balance."

Angel: "It’s a clone of the Herrscher of Reason."

In scientific research, one can’t hide too much.

And this revelation doesn’t reveal any flaws. As the Herrscher of Dominance, Angel has a deep-seated hatred for Cocolia and has been tracking her whereabouts. She collected some unusual materials along the way. Who would suspect that Cocolia and Angel are the same person.

Upon hearing the truth, Mobius looked at Angel with extreme surprise.

What kind of research conditions are these? It’s one thing to have controlled Honkai beasts, but to create a Herrscher clone and use it in an experimental body is a luxury operation that could be ruined by a small mistake!

"But wait... in that case... oh, yes, it can be done this way. I understand! Little brat, you have quite a few ideas!"

Mobius set aside her surprise and envy of Angel’s research conditions and showed a bit of appreciation.

"You’re too kind. My short but complex life experience has taught me that without power, there’s no choice. There are still many things I want to do, and for that, I must work hard."

"Yeah, I understand. It’s the same in the face of the Honkai. If you don’t pursue it exhaustively, you can’t achieve anything."

"I can’t compare with your genius and experience. I can only explore on my own and often encounter obstacles. Therefore, I need your help as soon as possible. I admire your pursuit of evolution and immortality."

"Hahaha! Very discerning, very discerning. Come by early tomorrow to report. I’ll study your materials again. They’re so interesting!"

Mobius left with a smile.

The praise and criticism of strangers mean little to Mobius.

But the materials provided by Angel made Mobius recognize her level.

As colleagues, the praise received in front of the annoying pink fat woman naturally made Mobius feel proud.

With Mobius gone, the humble and polite Angel went offline, and the cold and detached Angel logged back in.

"Yeah, I’m very pleased to see the lovely Angel and the lovely Mobius getting along so happily. As expected of my favorite girl, Angel is truly amazing~~"

"If you don’t get along well with me, I think you should reflect on your own issues first."

"(⊙o⊙) What?"

"For example, Dr. Mobius has an advantage that Elysia doesn’t have."

Just as the rice cooker made a "ding" sound, signaling that it was time to cook, the conversation naturally paused.

How could Elysia tolerate such a break?

She, who claimed to be a beautiful girl loved by everyone and blooming like flowers in their presence, immediately asked.

"What is it? What is it?"

"She is thin."

Angel served herself rice and replied without looking up. Elysia’s heart crumbled once again. Her eyes grew wet as she sniffled and then flew over.

"Don’t say that! I have a good figure! I’m not fat! Not fat at all! Beautiful girls can’t be fat... Eh? This feeling?"

Holding Angel’s body, rubbing her hair and face, Elysia’s eyes gradually lit up.

Angel’s touch, as objectively evaluated by Kiana, Himeko, Fu Hua, Raiden Mei, and other repeat clients, was universally praised for being soft, fragrant, and delightful.

"Hehehehe—"

"Woo woo woo (Elysia, let me go, I can’t eat)!"

"Hehehe, just touch me for a while, only for a little while. Yoshiyoshiyoshiyoshi~~"

"Woo (It’s fleshy, it’s not impossible, slurp—)!!!"

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Chapter 318: Maintenance of ELFs

"Angel... Angel... soft Angel..."

For some reason, I ended up resting in Elysia's room.

Maybe it was due to her outstanding appearance, age, and background, or perhaps because Angel herself was... well, anyway, something like that. The speed at which Angel and Elysia became close seemed much faster than with Raiden Mei.

Thus, Angel woke up in a warm, crowded environment. Her body was enveloped in a soft, elastic warmth, like being wrapped in a ball of warm water.

How could someone’s body be so soft? Oh, it’s Miss Pink Elf, its natural.

Angel: "(≡ω≡)..."

Ah, I’m sinking in... and it smells so good!

“Hehe, Angel, ga~~”

Elysia’s sleeping posture rivaled Kiana’s—not only did she cling tightly, but she also bit when half-asleep.

Feeling the slippery, wet sensation on her face, Angel suddenly didn’t feel like getting up anymore.

Not good—on day two in the Elysian Diary, I’m already getting obsessed with Elysia!

In the end, ambition triumphed over comfort, and Angel pushed Elysia away with sheer willpower.

She went to the bathroom, washed up, slipped into comfortable white shoes and a small skirt, and combed her smooth, soft golden hair.

Then, she dragged the dazed Elysia in, got her washed, dressed, and did her hair.

...

For the first time, Elysia experienced the power of [Saint Freya's Famous Laziness Care].

By the time her mind fully cleared, she was already seated at the dining table in the hall, with a nutritious and healthy breakfast in front of her.

"Open your mouth, ah~"

"Ah~~"

The poached egg, perfectly cooked and seasoned, melted in her mouth with the soft fragrance of egg white. "Mmm~~"

Elysia was dazed once again.

Well, she looks content, so I’ll just go with it.

Angel, meanwhile, admired the ponytail hairstyle she had carefully arranged, nodding in satisfaction.

She blinked, as if taking a mental snapshot of the [Miss Pink Elf Ponytail Exclusive Skin], something ordinary players could never obtain.

Fifteen minutes later.

"I'm heading out."

The little girl stood by the sofa, leaned down, and whispered in the big girl’s ear in a soft, adorable voice.

"Hmmm~~"

The big girl lay on the sofa with half-closed eyes, clutching a soft pillow. When the little girl reached out to pat her head, she unconsciously nuzzled into the touch, making a satisfied hum.

At a glance, it almost looked like their sizes had been swapped.

...

Angel arrived at Mobius’s lab early.

Not that it mattered—Mobius hadn’t slept and was still studying the materials Angel had provided.

Angel’s body was lying on the experimental table, seemingly intact, but the surrounding space was cluttered with jars and containers filled with strange liquids and various parts removed from her body.

Skin cells, nerve samples, brain slices, heart and lung tissues... Angel recognized which parts they were from and couldn’t help but exclaim.

"Efficient!"

"Of course, do you even know who I am?"

"Doctor, come have breakfast."

"No need. I haven't needed food for a long time."

"But eating helps distract the brain, please the body, and pave the way for inspiration. Plus, it's a reminder—a reminder of our humanity."

“Hmph! Humanity? Only fools need such primitive reminders.”

That’s what Mobius said.

But then she sat down obediently, watching as Angel laid out the food, and eventually let herself be fed.

“Ah~~”

"...Are you a nanny in your free time?"

"No, it’s just a habit."

She had grown accustomed to taking care of Himeko, who never got out of bed on time, and Kiana, who was even worse.

Now that she thought about it, it’s been a while since she have taken care of them like this. She wonders if they’re eating well and following a proper schedule?

Mobius, unfazed by social restraint or embarrassment, accepted the situation as casually as she might accept an experiment, enjoying the convenience without further complaint.

The food tasted just as delicious as the meal last night when she had downed every drop of soup from her plate.

Mobius had to admit Angel was right—enjoying good food really did bring some bodily pleasure.

Of course, this pleasure was conditional—if someone like Angel didn’t feed it to her, Mobius would rather forgo the experience than waste precious research time.

"Dr. Mobius, the seventeen analysis reports you requested are here..."

Just as Angel finished feeding her, a doll wearing a loose white robe and a device resembling a bee's tail floated into the room.

Mobius casually flipped through the report as if nothing had happened.

Angel, meanwhile, stared at the dark circles under the doll’s eyes, rubbed her chin thoughtfully, and her eyes flickered.

"Oh, you must be the new trialist, right? I’m Klein, responsible for daily maintenance of the Elysian Realm and also Dr. Mobius’s assistant. I didn’t expect anyone to get along so well with Dr. Mobius... Hey! What are you doing?"

Klein’s weak voice, heavy with exhaustion, was cut off as Angel suddenly grabbed her and placed her on her lap.

The ELF struggled but in vain—she wasn’t a combat model like Shamash, and her strength was limited.

"Hmm?"

Mobius glanced over curiously.

Angel, with a stern expression, pried open Klein’s eyelids, applied some clear liquid, and gently massaged her eyes and face.

Then she proceeded to work on Klein’s joints, twisting and adjusting them from top to bottom.

She removed the bee-tail device from Klein’s back, lubricated and tweaked it, then reattached it.

In between, Angel also fed her a metallic pill-like particle.

Klein’s struggles gradually ceased, her panicked voice turning to confusion, and finally, to quiet, contented sighs.

"Mmm... so comfortable... I’m getting sleepy..."

An hour later, Klein sat up abruptly from Angel’s lap.

Her once pale, bloodless face now glowed with a healthy, rosy hue. The exhaustion that had weighed down her eyes had lifted, leaving them bright and full of life.

Klein flexed her chubby little fists and tilted her head in confusion. "What... what did you do?"

"I know a thing or two about ELF maintenance."

Angel adjusted her imaginary glasses with a composed air.

This was the result of Jackal's research.

In fact, it wasn’t just a little knowledge—outside of the lab, no one knew more about ELFs than Angel.

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Chapter 319: Master Kalpas, Please Hit Me

"Thank you. You're a good person. If you ever have any problems in the Elysian Realm, feel free to come to me for help anytime."

Klein gratefully clasped Angel's fingers with both hands before floating away lightly.

Mobius, who had just finished reading the report, remarked casually:

"You waste your energy on unnecessary things. You'll hit a wall when it comes to solving the real issues."

"Dr. Mobius, ELFs are living beings too, and their well-being cannot be ignored."

"...Then keep wasting your time. You'll regret it eventually."

That was Mobius's response.

There was no way she would admit that when she saw Klein, who had been limp under Angel’s care, glowing with vitality afterward, she was secretly envious.

Damn, she kind of want to learn that—just a little bit. But don't get her wrong, Mobius would never care about such trivial tricks…

"This is the complete maintenance plan and operation manual for the ELFs that I’ve put together."

Swish!

A mechanical tentacle flashed out from the floating vehicle behind Mobius, instantly snatching away the manual Angel offered, and who knows where it disappeared to.

“Ahem!”

Mobius cleared her throat awkwardly, changing the subject calmly.

"Alright, let's focus on the main issue. You’re quite ambitious, little one. You’re trying to use the power of domination to crudely recreate the Chimera Project, aren't you?"

"Yes, Doctor."

"What is Chimera to you?"

"It contains the energy and abilities of millions of Honkai creatures. It can even continuously devour new Honkai creatures, evolving and growing stronger with each one. The stronger the Honkai, the stronger I become."

In short, it’s like Kars—but Lord Kars in the world of Honkai.

Mobius lowered her eyes and replied calmly:

"I see. That understanding is not wrong..."

Angel continued, "Through individual evolution, infinite possibilities can be unlocked. Chimera will serve as a model for adapting evolutionary plans to weak and ordinary humans. As Chimera evolves, so can the ordinary people following it—until the full sublimation of the human race is achieved. Eventually, Honkai will be trampled under the feet of civilization, and we will continue moving forward, endlessly."

"..."

Mobius's expression froze.

Who even remembers that the original ideal of the past civilization, the one Mobius clung to, was never simply "Lord Mobius will live forever"?

"I will... make humans evolve."

"No matter what kind of disasters or plagues come our way... I won't let them disgrace humanity like this again."

Everyone believes that Mobius hates mortals, that she is aloof, self-admiring, and a demon who tramples on human lives and ideals.

But Mobius loves humanity.

She loves humanity just like the other Flamechasers.

Her ideas, however, are radical—so radical that most people think she’s insane.

Angel wasn’t sure if her interpretation of the Chimera Project fully aligned with Mobius's intentions, but she saw Mobius lean in and lift her chin.

"Hmm..."

Mobius gazed into Angel's beautiful purple gemstone eyes, as if examining an experimental subject or perhaps genuinely admiring her. A demonic hum escaped her throat, sending a chill down Angel's spine and making her body tingle.

Angel met Mobius's scrutiny without flinching.

After a moment, Mobius released Angel's chin and said nothing about her interpretation. Instead, she commented:

"Your ambition is admirable, but your understanding of the Meta-Morph Surgery is shallow. You have the theoretical foundation, but you severely lack practical experience, and this material proves it. I should also tell you that even the Chimera technology used on Kevin has hit bottlenecks. This path is not as straightforward as you think."

"I know there are bottlenecks, but they come from civilization itself. Because our civilization isn’t strong enough, the evolutionary material provided by Honkai is limited."

"No, no, no, it’s not just that. There’s also—"

"And Kevin is only human. No matter how many miracles happen to him, Chimera's potential will always be limited by his human nature. But I’m different. I am Honkai. I can surpass him and get much closer to infinity!"

Mobius was completely taken aback.

Angel knew then that Mobius wouldn't refuse to follow her down this path. Angel wanted Mobius’s full cooperation in her evolution.

As for the experience and technology Angel accumulated during her evolution, whether Mobius used it for herself or humanity, Angel didn’t care.

In fact, to better meet her own evolutionary needs, Angel was willing to support Mobius’s ambitions and please this brilliant scientist and unparalleled beauty.

After a pause, Mobius spoke slowly.

"What other materials do you have?"

"Several clones of the Herrscher of Reason, some Schariac holy blood—though I can replicate them indefinitely—Herrscher cores, Divine Keys, and tens of thousands of live Honkai beasts, which are still increasing."

"Holy blood?"

"Here’s a sample."

Angel handed over a vial of holy blood she had kept.

Mobius tucked it away and gestured to the materials around her.

"I’ll design a plan for you, and you’ll use your power to shape it. Does that work?"

"Of course, Doctor! Everything as you command!"

"Good."

Mobius nodded in satisfaction.

They exchanged a look. Mobius's eyes gleamed with an inexplicable smile, while Angel's gaze was full of obedience and admiration.

For the first time in 50,000 years, such a harmonious atmosphere appeared in Mobius’s laboratory.

...

In the following days, Angel kept moving between the hall, Elysia’s bedroom, and Mobius’s lab, dutifully carrying a food box.

Finally, according to Mobius's revised plan, a new body—white and jade-like—appeared in the lab.

"Give me one of your cores."

Mobius casually requested.

Angel stretched out her hands and obediently placed a red gem into Mobius’s hand.

Mobius floated over to the body, pressing the core gently into its forehead.

A few seconds later, Angel opened her eyes in her new body.

"How does it feel?"

"Hmm... a little uncoordinated?"

Angel clenched her fists and tried taking a step forward.

Crack!

Her bare, jade-like foot cracked the metal floor beneath her.

Mobius smirked.

"This is just a temporary body to test the limits of your power. I didn’t account for coordination. Now we need a proper place to test its performance parameters..."

Mobius tapped her chin thoughtfully. Her snake-like pupils swirled with a strange charm, exuding a fantastical allure.

She smiled sweetly, almost too sweetly.

"I have the perfect testing ground in mind, but it’s a bit hot and a bit painful. Think you can handle it?"

"Lead the way, Doctor."

Angel nodded, already knowing what to expect.

Thirty minutes later, amid a blazing inferno, a ferocious roar echoed.

"Get lost!"

"Master Kalpas, nice to meet you. I’m Angel, the Herrscher of Legion of the current era. This is the new experimental body Dr. Mobius made. She said you’re the best at testing performance, so I’ll be in your care."

Angel, now dressed to avoid any offense to Master Kalpas, stood amidst the flames, waving politely.

The inferno seemed to freeze for a moment before a terrifying heat wave swept through the space.

"The Herrscher of Legion! Leave!"

"Master Kalpas, please hit me."

"Get out!"

"Please hit me."

In the midst of the sea of flames, Kalpas—his body and soul burning with rage—looked at the emotionless girl across the fire, his mouth twitching slightly.

Herrscher was his greatest hatred.

And the Herrscher of Legion, who had killed his lieutenant, was the deepest of all the ones who will receive his anger.

But Angel's appearance and her childlike demeanor forced Kalpas to rein in his fury.

However, the girl’s voice, soft and crisp, called out again.

"Master Kalpas, please hit me."

"..."

Kalpas was at a loss.

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Chapter 320: It's Really Delicious

"Master Kalpas..."

"Don't call me Master Kalpas anymore!"

"Please..."

"Don't talk like that damn woman Aponya anymore!!"

"Uh, it's Dr. Mobius..."

"Shut up! Don't mention that abominable monster in front of me!!!"

Ah, this...

Angie was momentarily embarrassed.

Master Kalpas is really strict.

Angie's mouth quivered, and she frowned in frustration.

Then Kalpas's manic and overbearing flames paused for a moment.

"Ah! Herrscher! Get out of here!"

"My name is Angel, not Herrscher."

"It makes no difference! If you don't want to die... cough cough, if you don't want to suffer, get out of here!"

Though he kept cursing Aponya, Kalpas obviously hadn't forgotten what Aponya taught at the orphanage years ago—about not speaking too harshly in front of children.

"But I really need Brother Kalpas's help..."

"Ahhh! Herrscher! Are you looking to die?"

"Uh-huh, please... uh, I mean, please come and hit me, Brother Kalpas."

Angel quickly adjusted her words, in line with Kalpas's temper.

However, it only caused Kalpas's rationality to evaporate even further.

"Ah!!"

"Boom!!!"

Kalpas's aura surged, and he appeared in front of Angel almost instantly, his iron fist blazing with fire just inches from her.

But he didn't strike her.

Don't ask why—anyway, Master Kalpas didn't hit her.

"Herrscher... Get out!!!"

Anyone could hear that Kalpas's voice was trembling, suppressing his extreme rage.

Angel blinked, confused, and after a moment, she suddenly realized and said with a goofy smile.

"Yes, do you mean I should make the first move? Then, Brother Kalpas, be careful."

"Bang!!!"

Kalpas, almost defenseless, was sent flying backward.

A clear and exaggerated trail split the sea of fire.

Moments later, the flames exploded and engulfed the world. A demonic figure, blazing with malevolent energy, retaliated at a speed ten times faster than before.

"Bang!!!"

Their fists collided, and the flames in the area flared outward, as if thousands of soldiers were bowing to the king in the center.

Angel's hand trembled, and her body was pushed back involuntarily.

"Ah, it seems my coordination isn't good enough, but the strength and vitality are surprisingly strong. Brother Kalpas, keep going. Please continue beating me. Don't worry—this is just a temporary body of mine. I won't die."

"You deserve to die, Herrscher!!!"

The continuous provocation finally broke through Kalpas's reason and restraint.

He really didn't want to harm a child, but the power within him wasn’t so easily controlled.

Sometimes, Kalpas couldn't tell whether it was his anger fueling his power or his power constantly inflaming his anger.

Just like now, Kalpas could no longer see the girl in front of him—only a grinning Herrscher filled his vision.

"Boom!!!"

The raging flames consumed everything.

Kalpas's space was rocked by continuous tremors, and the terrifying power caused flames to spray in all directions. The temperature rose, distorting the space—a true picture of the apocalypse.

…

In the adjacent space, in the hall connecting all the heroes, Mobius gently massaged Klein's shoulders while eagerly watching the various data collected by Klein.

"Oh! That's it! Little cutie, you have good combat experience. You can actually fight Kalpas like that with a body that hasn't been adjusted for coordination?"

"It's all thanks to the doctor's skills. Despite the various flaws of these disposable materials, the physical foundation is really strong. Additionally, the experimental site and personnel were chosen wisely. Dr. Mobius is truly a genius!"

Angel flattered without hesitation.

Of course, there was also some sincerity in it. Though this body wasn't easy to control, in terms of strength and energy level, it was much better than the body material she had given to Mobius as a gift.

…

"Boom!!!"

A fresh sea of flames erupted from the inferno.

The endless heat waves seemed to warp space, wildly unleashing power akin to death.

Kalpas vented his anger completely.

When he regained his sanity, his iron-hard fist had pierced the girl's chest.

"Cough!"

The girl looked down at the charred wound and coughed up blood. Her expression was one of confusion and weakness, as if she couldn't believe it—like she wanted to save herself but couldn't.

Kalpas's hand trembled involuntarily.

The girl collapsed onto the scorching ground. The heat didn’t burn her body, but her blood sizzled under the intense temperature.

It was an incredibly fragile and beautiful sight.

"I... I..."

Kalpas stumbled back two steps in disbelief.

Then, a small hand gently supported him from behind.

"Brother Kalpas, thank you."

A familiar, soft, and sweet voice spoke.

Kalpas whirled around, seeing Angel standing beside him, quietly watching him with her pure, wide eyes.

He turned back to the corpse, only to see several more Angels near the ground. After efficiently gathering and cleaning up the bodies, they carried them away.

"...Damn Herrscher!"

"Brother Kalpas, my name is Angel!"

"You... I..."

"Brother Kalpas, you've worked hard. Thank you. Brother Kalpas, why don't you have a drink?"

The soft, sweet voice of "brother" bewildered the already disoriented Kalpas.

In his confusion, a straw was shoved into his mouth. Reflexively, he sucked in and tasted the sweet, delicious juice.

Kalpas had experienced hunger and knew the poverty of the Sundown Alley Orphanage, so he never wasted food.

After downing the drink, Kalpas clenched the empty cup. His mind was blank, but he still felt the urge to roar.

"Brother Kalpas..."

"Don't call me Brother Kalpas!!!"

Well, he quickly decided what to roar (laughs).

Angel blinked, confused, and asked in a tentative tone.

"Then, Uncle.... Brother Kalpas?"

Even through Kalpas's mask, Angel could clearly sense that his expression appeared to darken slightly.

---

So she politely reverted to the name:

"Brother Kalpas, thank you for helping me complete the experiment."

"Huh? Do you even know what I just did?"

"I do. Brother Kalpas helped me complete the test experiment seriously, so thank you, Brother Kalpas. I’ve prepared a meal outside. Brother Kalpas, would you like to eat together?"

The cute little girl extended her small, friendly hand, her large, watery eyes blinking with pure kindness.

"..."

Kalpas subconsciously turned his head, as if avoiding something.

He really couldn’t deal with this sort of thing. Little girls and kindness were more troublesome than any calamity.

The little girl kept her hand raised for several minutes.

Kalpas also kept looking away for several minutes.

Finally, sensing the rejection, she slowly lowered her hand, a hint of disappointment appearing on her face.

"Then, I'll go eat first."

"Hurry up... I mean, stay away from that clown Mobius, unless you want to wake up one day and find yourself a monster!"

For some reason, the words "get out" that he would usually blurt out were swallowed back at this moment. Instead, he offered a gentle, though annoyed, warning. Well, at least in Kalpas’s opinion, it was gentle enough.

Angel looked up at Kalpas seriously. After a while, she gave a faint but very cute smile.

"It's okay, Dr. Mobius is easy to talk to."

"Huh? Are you mentally ill? I told you, she’ll turn you into a monster!"

"I might be, really abnormal, right? Otherwise, how could I have suddenly become a Herrscher without knowing when I turned into one? I’m already a monster called Herrscher. There’s nothing wrong with becoming another monster, Brother Kalpas."

Angel looked at her hands, expressionless, and replied in a flat tone.

"Hey, that’s not what I meant!"

Kalpas was tongue-tied, not sure what he wanted to say.

Angel thought this felt quite similar to Kevin when he met Ninti earlier. So, she smiled slightly and politely waved goodbye.

"Pop!"

Now alone in the sea of flames, Kalpas clenched the drink cup in his hand, crushing it before throwing it to the ground in frustration.

"Damn it!"

He didn’t even know what he was angry about, but Kalpas was used to it.

After standing stiffly for a moment, he squatted down and picked up the crushed cup again, his eyes fixed on it, unsure of what he wanted to do.

"Brother Kalpas~~"

The girl's soft voice struck him like a sudden clap of thunder, and Kalpas almost jumped in surprise.

Turning around, he saw the girl with soft blonde hair had returned, clean and tidy, holding a food box and a tablecloth.

Angel set down three dishes, a soup, and rice on the ground, arranging the tableware neatly. She spoke:

"Brother Kalpas, if you don’t like eating together, you can eat by yourself. Just leave it there when you're done, and I’ll come clean up later. I’ll head back now, Brother Kalpas."

The little girl's manners were impeccable, her attitude sincere. Her soft, delicate face and gentle eyes were exactly the kind that could melt even the toughest guy.

Then she left again.

"..."

Kalpas stared at the fragrant dishes on the ground, his expression hidden under his mask.

After a long moment, he sat down cross-legged. He hesitated briefly before picking up the tableware and quickly began eating voraciously.

In any case, food shouldn’t be wasted.

"...Strange Herrscher, weird girl!"

Kalpas grumbled darkly as he chewed, grinding his teeth.

Also, it was really delicious—far better than Aponya's half-baked cooking.

---

Chapter 321: Genius Encounters the King

"I say, why are you so considerate to that guy?"

"Because Brother Kalpas helped us, Dr. Mobius."

"Hmph! You don’t really think he wants to help you, do you?"

"Dr. Mobius, I know. But the world isn’t beautiful or gentle. In this case, isn’t every act of kindness and help we receive precious? So, we should return the favor as much as possible, or at least respond appropriately. Otherwise, the world will only get worse, right?"

The little girl served everyone food while speaking in a soft and cute voice.

Although her expression was light and her tone calm, these words deeply touched Mobius and Elysia.

'What a good child...'

Elysia looked at Angel with starry eyes. Her goodwill, already high, soared even further.

Mobius, too, considered Angel's life experience before her strangely charming vertical pupils shifted to the side.

"Hmph, what a stupid idea!"

That’s what Mobius said.

She always disdained these qualities and emotions, like those exhibited by Angel and Elysia.

As for how she really felt about it? Only Mobius herself knew.

Mobius then took the rice handed to her by Angel, bit into a piece of meat, scooped up a mouthful of rice, and slowly squinted her eyes.

"Hmm~"

It was delicious!

...

Early the next morning, Angel appeared in Kalpas's area with a food box.

"Brother Kalpas, come have breakfast."

"Gu... I mean, leave! I don’t need it!"

Kalpas was squatting in the ruins, dazed. Just like for the past ten thousand years, in this unchanging world, Kalpas had nothing to do except brood or get angry, and he didn’t want to do anything else.

Angel’s sudden voice startled him, and he subconsciously yelled back in a threatening tone.

Angel who held a food basket was unaffected by Kalpas’s intimidating presence. She simply tilted her head, puzzled.

"But eating can make people happy, even if their body doesn’t need it."

"I said no! Don’t you understand what I'm saying!?"

"Because Brother Kalpas has been yelling, like a shy and angry child."

"Huh!??"

Kalpas felt the uncontrollable anger from the previous day surge again.

Angel remained unfazed by the heatwave. She calmly squatted down and placed the food on the ground, saying:

"Brother Kalpas, I don’t feel your sincerity. It just feels like you’re venting. This isn't a real conversation, so I don’t understand what you’re trying to express."

"Little brat!"

"Come eat. If you want to refuse me, at least calm down and tell me why. Does eating make you uncomfortable? Or are you worried I’ll poison you? Anything is fine. Just give me a reasonable explanation so I don’t worry, and I won’t bring you food anymore."

"This is the first time we’ve met! And I tore your body apart yesterday. Have you forgotten the burning and pain?"

"It doesn’t matter. I’m used to pain and death. I’m not afraid. Brother Kalpas helped me, so before I leave, I want to take good care of you."

"You..."

Angel wasn’t sure if this was their final meeting in a while.

Either way, she expressed her kindness. Angel truly harbored no ill will towards Kalpas, and since she planned to use him as a test subject in the future, her current actions were, in her mind, a reasonable reward for his cooperation.

"Bang!"

After Angel had been gone for a while, Kalpas, with a conflicted expression, suddenly punched the ruins beside him.

Then, he walked over to the food and sat down.

Let’s eat; we can’t waste food!

...

There wasn’t much difference between cooking for four people and cooking for three, for Angel.

She could still focus on Mobius’s laboratory.

"What’s this?"

"I am a Herrscher of Dominance, with a Theater of Domination and a large number of clones. These are some adjustments we’ve made recently based on the doctor’s initial plan. Please take a look."

"Clones? Independent thinking?"

"Yes."

Angel gave a brief explanation.

Mobius didn’t think much of it and handed over a stack of documents.

"Go, research and verify this for me. Give me a reply in three days... no, two days."

"Yes!"

Klein who was sorting documents nearby looked up, her small eyes filled with shock.

She gestured to the height of her task file, estimated the height of Angel’s stack, and then compared both their deadlines.

"Angel, do you want to reconsider? If necessary, I can take on part of the workload."

Klein tugged at Angel’s sleeve and suggested, seeing her as a good person.

Angel weighed the documents in her hands, then shook her head.

"Two days, I can handle it."

"No, no, no. You may not realize how complicated Dr. Mobius's work is. You're still only human."

"No, I’m not human."

"...Okay, my offer still stands. I’ll head back to the office. If you need help, make sure to ask me."

Seeing she couldn’t convince Angel, Klein had no choice but to leave with her own task. Before she left, her glances back were filled with worry—though it was unclear whether it was for Angel or Mobius’s satisfaction.

...

"Bang!"

Two days later, Angel really did drop a stack of reports at Mobius’s feet.

The reason they were at her feet was because they were so tall, filled with pictures and text, along with test data, analysis, and results.

The platform under Mobius shifted slightly to the side, and her eye twitched.

In truth, such a large number of experiments with such a tight deadline were just standard tests of the new assistant's efficiency and abilities when employed on the Mobius Laboratory. Like Fuxi and Nuwa, who collapsed on the first day, Mobius wouldn’t scold them much. She’d just accurately calculate how much more work she could squeeze out of them in the future.

However, Angel actually managed to submit everything.

"Ahem! The efficiency is acceptable, let me take a look."

Mobius pretended everything was normal, slowly extending her hand, about to symbolically flip through the reports and give a basic evaluation.

"Doctor, these are some new ideas from the past two days. Please take a look."

Angel handed over another stack of documents and drawings.

Her large, watery eyes blinked, full of obedience and admiration.

Mobius looked at the experimental report in front of her, nearly as tall as herself, then at the conceptual documents in Angel’s hand, and fell silent.

---

Chapter 322: Angel Breaks Free

When Kalpas first met Angel, the Herrscher of the current civilization, his attitude was much like that of the two others who had encountered her before him.

First, the Elysian Realm was guarded by their companions who were still holding on in the real world. Second, there had been no alarms signaling an abnormal invasion of the Realm.

In other words, she had been sent there by Kevin—or at the very least, by Su himself.

The Thirteen Flamechasers were the last essence of the previous era and the people who hated the Honkai the most. Under these circumstances, a Herrscher passing the test of his companions and being sent to the Realm was enough to explain many things.

Kalpas did not doubt the judgment of his companions who had endured until now, nor did he question their intentions.

Thus, when they first met, he had no intention of killing her. Of course, don’t expect him to trust Angel much, and certainly don’t expect him to be kind.

After repeated encounters, Kalpas’s feelings about Angel, the Herrscher of Legion, could be summed up as:

"I'm so annoyed, kid. I told you not to bother me again!"

"But I really need Brother Kalpas's help with the experiment."

"Ahhh!!!"

Eventually, they fought, and Kalpas burned Angel’s new body to a crisp.

There was no other way. On one hand, Kalpas’s rage and craziness made him honest. He couldn’t resist Angel’s soft persistence. Even when he tried, it would only provoke him into a mindless fury. It was easier to just fight it out.

Afterward, it was the same routine. He watched as one of Angel’s clones gathered her remains, observed the snacks and food she left as a thank-you gift, and listened as she disappeared with a sweet, "Brother Kalpas."

"...Are you sick?!"

After finishing the food, Kalpas angrily smashed the plate and ravaged the ground.

...

In the days that followed, Angel continued delivering three meals a day to Kalpas, along with intermittent afternoon tea and desserts.

But it wasn’t long before Kalpas saw through Angel’s routine, and from then on, when she came to deliver food and collect the dishes, he was nowhere to be found. All she saw was a sea of fire, with no trace of him behind the flames.

One day, Angel drove one of Mobius's new inventions to Kalpas for an experiment.

After a great deal of difficult communication, Master Kalpas dismantled the machine.

That night, Mobius's lab was attacked by unknown forces, and a large number of facilities and materials were completely destroyed by fire, leaving nothing but scorched earth.

"It had to be Kalpas!"

Mobius, her eyes red with rage, roared in the hall through gritted teeth and crushing the tableware in her hand.

She had no evidence, but didn’t need any. Even a blind person could see she wasn’t falsely accusing him this time!

Angel had just finished cooking the last dish, she looked up, and couldn’t be bothered to react.

Most of the destroyed equipment could be restored by Klein adjusting the system backstage, and the remaining materials could be supplied in unlimited quantities by Theater of Domination. Other than Klein’s fatigue, there was no real loss.

Angel routinely fed the increasingly useless Pink Fat Elf and Dr. Mobius, then delivered food to Master Kalpas.

Afterward, she arrived at a new area with a food box.

...

"This is a Titan."

"This is a Heavy Titan."

"This is a Padrino Titan."

"This is a Titan BT type."

"This is an Arahato robot."

"Several of these are from the God Machine series."

"So, if I wanted to create a super-huge, ultimate battle weapon, 10,000 meters tall... considering both power and aesthetics, do you have any ideas, Dr. Vill-V?"

Angel displayed the most advanced mechs of modern civilization before the magician Vill-V. The question was on behalf of Ninti, who now needed a design plan for the ultimate machine.

Vill-V wiped her mouth as Angel laid out the food she had brought. The more Angel placed down, the more Vill-V drooled.

"Mmm~ Delicious!"

"Please feel free. If you like, I can bring this every day."

"Really?"

"Yes, I cook for Elysia, Dr. Mobius, and Brother Kalpas every day. Adding one more person won’t make any difference."

Vill-V smiled, patting Angel on the head in satisfaction.

As Elysia had said, no beautiful girl can resist good food, especially good desserts.

After eating, Vill-V crossed her legs and leaned forward, her chest moving to form a thrilling arc in Angel’s view.

[Slurp...]

Not good.

It wasn’t meant as an insult to Himeko, but what was in front of her seemed far more... impressive. Perhaps it was the uniform's effect, but it felt like the poor fabric could rip apart at any moment.

In short, it was very large.

"Little one, I can help you design it. But a machine of that scale would require an enormous amount of..."

Vill-V rubbed her fingers together and smiled awkwardly.

No matter how talented a scientist, everyone faces the same unsolvable problem—funding, funding, and more funding!

Of course, it wasn’t just about funding; they would also need resources for experiments.

To this, Angel responded flatly:

"Manpower, materials, assistants, facilities—Theater of Domination will provide unlimited support."

"..."

Okay, problem solved.

Vill-V adjusted her captain’s hat, adorned with rotating gears, and smiled confidently.

"Just wait for the masterpiece of the greatest genius magician!"

"Thank you, Dr. Vill-V. You’re amazing!"

Angel gazed up at her with eyes full of obedience and admiration.

In this way, Angel gained the two most valuable sources of knowledge in the Elysian Realm—Mobius, who could help the physical body ascend, and Vill-V, who could develop a mechanical empire.

From then on, Angel worked hard to please the two stars of the previous civilization, trying to earn their trust and affection.

Why? Simply because they were worth it.

Then, Angel finally turned her attention to the other Flamechasers.

...

"Hello, Master!"

"I’ve told you several times, I’m not your master. Your master is Hua in the real world, and I’m just an echo from 50,000 years ago. You don’t need to call me Master."

"Okay, Master, no problem, Master. Please have some tea, Master."

"..."

As always, Hua remained reserved and withdrawn, while Angel stayed strong and persistent.

It’s the same old story: Fu Hua is passive.

Whether it’s the Fu Hua of 50,000 years ago or the Immortal Jingwei 50,000 years later, her personality remains largely unchanged.

--

Chapter 323 What Color Did You Dye Her?!

As expected, after being silent for more than ten seconds, Hua finally couldn't bear to see the girl holding the hot teacup and reached out to take it.

Seeing Angel still looking at her with those clear and clean eyes, Hua had no choice but to take a sip.

The fragrance was light and elegant, just to her taste, as if she had been brewing tea for her for many years.

The tea's fragrance, which suited her taste, softened Hua's calm expression.

At the same time, Angel also slightly raised the corners of her mouth, with a very shallow smile, as if the expression of Loli could not change more. Yet, there was a sweet temperament, very cute.

Hua looked at Angel like this, hesitated for a long time, and sighed.

"I still can't believe that I would accept a Herrscher as my disciple."

"... Maybe I really disappointed the master."

Angel paused in changing the water, and the smile on her face disappeared. She answered in a flat tone and then continued to brew tea as if nothing had happened.

There have been precedents in the real world, so as long as she can maintain her humanity, Fu Hua will definitely be able to accept the Herrscher. But as a tired but persistent warrior, it is hard to imagine how Fu Hua feels when she sees her beloved disciple become an enemy she once could not reconcile with.

It should be very uncomfortable.

Hua's lips moved, wanting to say something but stopping, and after a long while, she comforted her gently.

"I don't know much about the outside world, or what I am like now, but as for myself... maybe, as long as you are well, that's enough."

Just like her best friends, captain, and companions who disappeared from her sight in the past, if they could come back, Hua would be willing to give up everything.

But the reality 50,000 years ago never gave her any hope.

Thinking of this, Hua couldn't help but look closely at the Herrscher who called her master when they first met.

The little girl had a delicate face that was still childish, with a bit of baby fat. She had golden and smooth hair and clear eyes. Although her face lacked expression and she seemed not very good at expressing herself, it was surprisingly easy to feel some emotional changes when you looked closely.

Well, she is a child that anyone would find hard to dislike.

Since it is the real Hua's choice, as a memory replica that is always stagnant, she seems to have no choice but to respect it.

Hua pondered for a long time and spoke hesitantly.

"Do you... want to eat Chunbulao?"

"Oh, I have brought that. When I left Mount Taixu last time, Master Book of Fuxi gave it to me, saying that if Master or I wanted to eat it, we could try it."

Angel casually took out a large vegetable bowl from the air.

Hua was stunned for a moment.

Mount Taixu? Master Book of Fuxi?

Another unfamiliar term, but from Angel's tone and manner, it seems that it is not difficult to guess the significance of these existences to Hua.

In other words, after such a long time, I am not alone after all, right?

Hua looked at Angel, who had already started cooking, and then at the stack of Chunbulao on the table. She picked up the chopsticks and tasted a piece.

'Well, there are still many differences from those pickled in my hometown.'

'But it's also delicious.'

'I actually accepted a disciple? I wonder what it feels like?'

She turned her eyes to Angel, who was fiddling with rice. She looked serious and extremely skilled, and appeared well-behaved and considerate.

So, it should be a good feeling, right?

"I think, as long as you can retain your reason and humanity, even if you are a Herrscher... even if you are... I mean, don't think too much, maybe I don't mind that much."

Maybe it was because the sound of "Master" was really irresistible, or maybe it was because the girl's previous pause was really soft-hearted, Hua tried to comfort her again.

The girl was still busy cooking, as if she didn't hear anything.

But after a while, she suddenly raised her head and smiled at Hua. Hua felt that she saw the emotion of relief, so she also responded with a relieved smile.

----

Compared to Hua, who was enjoying the service of her disciples, the treatment of another interviewed elder was quite different.

"What."

"Are there any unpleasant things between you and me in the real world?"

"Nothing, you helped a lot, so eat slowly."

Then the expressionless girl left.

Su was confused by this treatment.

He admitted that because he saw too much and thought too deeply, he was sometimes like a riddle man.

But the riddle man would at least leave information for people to analyze, while Angel had not said anything extra since they met, except for sending food and saying goodbye.

Although the food was delicious, Su ate it with some anxiety.

Did I really do something to annoy this child?

As one of the most gentle and insightful Flamechaser, Su had let down his guard against Angel from the beginning, so now he was worried about why this child had such an awkward attitude.

The meals were delivered one by one. As a kind elder, Su's confusion and guilt were increasing day by day.

How about finding a time to ask Elysia who is best at digging out little secrets?

---

Angie returned to the hall to refill the food box.

Patting her chest, she seemed relieved.

"Hey, why is little Angel so scared of Su?"

Elysia blinked curiously.

In the eyes of ordinary people, Kalpas and Mobius are obviously more terrifying.

But Angel was very calm with these two people and even handled them very well. Yet she couldn't stand staying with Su for even a second longer.

Why is this?

Miss Pink Elf was very curious.

"...I'll give you another snack."

"Deal! Ahem, I mean, no need, I'm full. Yeah, I'm really full."

"Low sugar, low calories, won't make you fat."

"Deal!"

Elysia held the snack in her hand and pulled her slender white jade fingers to her mouth, indicating that she had zipped up.

What?

Su's matter?

What is that? The beautiful girl is not curious at all!

Angel: "?"

To be honest, Angel not only did not suffer any loss in the only meeting with Su but also gained a lot.

But after that, her goal went from simply surviving to helping the world Honkai.

It's like this once, what if it happens a few more times?

A kind man like Su should be kept at a distance from her.

She doesn't want to be purified again.

Perhaps, it's also because she feels guilty. What if things in the real world are not done well? How can she face the power in her body that belongs to Su?

---

After meeting the elders, Angel's next stop was Griseo, planning to go and pet the only little cutie in the Elysian Realm to change her mood.

In fact, the area where Griseo is located is the most secretive area. The space of the Flamechasers is almost blocked in front of the studio, silently giving her the most stringent protection.

But Angel had passed the identification of most of the Flamechasers. At this time, if she wanted to see Griseo, Elysia had no reason to refuse.

So Angel came to the door of the studio.

She saw a quiet and cool boy with green hair, pointed ears, and four horns.

Angel blinked, stretched out her hand, stared at the top of his head, and counted with her fingers.

"One, two, three, four. You are Kosma!"

It was a very sure tone.

And Kosma nodded and remained silent.

"Do you want to have a snack?"

"..."

Kosma remained silent, with a cold expression of not caring about anything.

'Eat or not? Everyone seemed to be full of praise for her cooking skills, and the most important thing was whether it would be too hurtful to refuse her. She didn't look much older than Griseo. '

'She came to see Griseo, right? Should I let her pass? '

'She must have been allowed to come here by Elysia, so Elysia should be sure that she is harmless, and I shouldn't doubt her so much.'

'But Griseo is too innocent after all. What if she is affected by something strange when facing a Herrscher? '

'But how to refuse? I can't say that I don't trust her, right? '

Kosma was silent and brainstorming.

"Can't talk?"

Angel showed a sympathetic and concerned look at the right time.

"No."

"Then, do you want some snacks?"

"Eat."

After saying five words with punctuation marks, Kosma brainstormed for a while before silently turning aside and signaling that he would make way.

"Don't stay too long."

After all, Griseo is easily influenced. But it should be fine in a while.

Besides, they are all little girls of the same age, and Griseo rarely hangs out with friends like this, so maybe it's not a bad thing.

Well, he'll stand guard at the door, and remind her when the time is almost up.

Kosma nodded, crossed his arms, and stood coolly outside the door, looking like a professional gatekeeper.

Ten minutes later, Angel left with a skipping step. Although she had a blank expression, she could feel the background of the flowers blooming beside her, as if she had seen something surprising in the studio.

Kosma watched the visitor leave in silence.

Then he opened the door.

Then he heard...

"Ah, Anyi~"

"To protect the child's future, I will spare no effort in using any paint!"

"Kosma, what is the painting? Griseo doesn't know."

"Hope of the new era, before he returns, I will use my paintbrush to measure your weight."

"Hehehe, a pillow, soft, fragrant, big, slurp--"

"Pah!"

Kosma slapped his forehead.

He was careless!

Naughty Herrscher, what colors did you dye Griseo?!

----

Chapter 324 Ellie, We Need to Talk

"Ding Ding Dong——"

Angel shook the jewelry box, and the light shone brightly. At the same time, the sound of precious metals, gems, and other items colliding created a melodious tune unique to wealth.

Unfortunately, Angel wasn’t short of money. These items were beautiful, but they were of no use to her except for their appearance.

"But Pardo should like them very much... Forget it, after all, it is Sister Eden's intention. I’d better keep them."

Angel abandoned her idea of offering the flowers to the Buddha.

She had just left Eden's space.

It was truly a pleasure to discuss art and listen to the elegant, beautiful, and lazy singer. Angel had finally presented a carefully collected data disk of modern civilization art, and Eden had happily returned this jewelry box of extraordinary value.

Perhaps this gift truly matched her preferences. The surprised Eden even hugged Angel tightly and left a sweet kiss on her cheek.

"Hehehe..."

Angel smiled as she recalled the fragrance of flowers and milk in the elder sister’s arms, as well as the kiss that felt like a spring breeze.

"Little Angel..."

"What?"

Sensing a greedy gaze, Angel protected the jewelry box and jumped to the side.

Cat alert · JPG!

Elysia approached with a calm face and smiled.

"Speaking of which, the pink gem..."

Before Elysia could finish her sentence, the jewelry box in Angel’s hand vanished and appeared in the collection room of the Domination Theater.

Elysia's smile froze.

Angel said woodenly:

"What gem?"

"I’ve wanted it for a long time, but I couldn’t find it last time when I got Eden drunk..."

"Tsk!"

Angel looked Elysia up and down. Her previously bashful and aggrieved expression turned into one of contempt.

"Sister Eden trusts Elysia very much."

"I... I know..."

"Then you got her drunk, someone who trusted you so much, and tried to steal her jewelry collection?"

"I... I... I didn’t take it, didn’t I!?"

"It’s not that you didn’t take it; it’s that you tried to steal it. Elysia, you’re so mean... Forget it, I’m used to it, but please stay away from me now."

Angel took another step back, and the contempt in her eyes grew clearer.

"Wow!"

Miss Pink Elf’s tears burst out suddenly.

First, she was disliked for her figure and appetite, and now even her character was questioned. Elysia had never faced such grievances since she grew up.

"Wuwu... Wuwu..."

Elysia covered her face and cried for a long time, but did not receive the comfort she expected.

She spread her fingers to look, only to find that Angel had disappeared. The only thing left was the pink gem she had just mentioned, placed on the counter next to her.

"Hey! I knew that Little Angel was soft-hearted. I got what I wanted!"

The pink Elf’s tears vanished instantly, replaced by a sly and triumphant expression.

"Oh my, such a beautiful gem is just right for the pure and lovely Elf...little...eh!?"

She quickly picked up the gem, kissed it a few times, and then wiped it. As she was about to put it in her pocket, she noticed a few very familiar faces in the corner of the hall.

Mobius: "(¬_¬)..."

Vill-V: "(¬_¬)..."

Kosma: "(¬_¬)..."

Eden: "(¬_¬)..."

Su: "(¬_¬)..."

Elysia: "Ahaha, my dearest friends, when did you arrive? Why didn’t you notify me in advance so I could set up a party?"

Mobius folded her hands and sighed.

"We’ve been here since you asked her about the gemstone, and we’ve seen it all. Elysia, let’s be honest... Alas!"

Another sigh full of complex meanings.

Even though Mobius didn’t say anything else, her expression conveyed everything that needed to be said.

"Woo!!!"

Elysia took a step back and wailed.

Eden walked over with a smile, gently placed her hand on Elysia’s shoulder, took the pink gemstone from her hand, and put it back on the counter. Then, with her seductive cherry-red lips slightly parted, she spoke in an extremely gentle voice:

"Ellie, Let's take this opportunity to have a good talk?"

At this moment, facing the subtle gazes of her companions, Miss Pink Elf froze in place, her forehead covered in cold sweat.

...

"Boss! Boss, do you still need a cat at home? The kind that only needs a bowl of dried fish for a meal and can also help clean up!"

Eden launched a rich woman offensive against Angel, but with little effect.

Angel launched a rich lolita offensive against Pardofelis, and the effect was outstanding.

As soon as Angel placed the gold jewelry, customary snacks, and other gifts on the table, Pardofelis abandoned her small stall, which she had run for many years, and gave up her plans to make a fortune.

She jumped out immediately, slid to her knees at Angel’s feet naturally, and hugged Angel’s thighs tightly, asking for support.

Angel moved her legs but couldn’t shake her off.

To be honest, a real cat girl wrapped around her thighs, with a seductive devil figure outlined at her feet, was quite a sight. The roundness of her waist, chest, hips, and legs was perfectly reflected. Not to mention the warm and fragrant feeling close at hand—had the Thirteen Flamechasers been selected based on their looks? Why were they more tempting than the next?

Looking at Pardofelis’s head pressed against her abdomen and her trembling cat ears, Angel couldn’t help but reach out and touch them. The comfortable sensation made her smile softly. She cleared her throat:

"Ahem! As for pets, I haven’t considered it yet because I don’t have a fixed residence right now. When I have a stable home, I will come to you then."

"Boss, it’s okay for me to be a stray cat!"

"Ah, this..."

Looking at Pardofelis’s bright and beautiful eyes, Angel pressed her chest and was deeply moved.

...

Fortunately, Angel's perseverance has always been strong.

She played cat teasers and other games with Pardofelis for a while, left a box of high-grade catnip (whether it worked or not), and then resolutely left and returned to the hall.

"Hmm?"

Strangely, she saw Elysia holding the gem and reflecting on her mistakes.

"Elysia?"

"Wuwuwu! Little Angel, I’m sorry. I won’t lie to you again. I’ll give you the gem back. I don’t want it!"

Miss Pink Elf who has a tearful expression of deep reflection and repentance, held the gem in both hands and slowly handed it to Angel.

Angel stared at Elysia blankly. After a long time, she tilted her head in confusion.

"Did you take the wrong medicine?"

"No, anyway, I was wrong."

"Take it."

"Huh?"

"Don’t you like it? Then take it. I’ll tell Sister Eden next time; she shouldn’t mind."

Angel placed Elysia’s hands together, wrapped the gem, and pushed it back.

Although her expression was neutral, her eyes were full of affection.

"Angel QAQ!"

"Tsk, get out! Don't!!"

Later, the hall was filled with Elysia's moving cries and Angel’s desperate sobs.

-----

Chapter 325: How to Disarm the Cat

During this period, Angel had visited all the Flamechasers she could and had also established a daily meal delivery service.

Only two people remained.

One was Kevin, with whom she had a grudge and didn’t want to visit.

The other was the big moth among the Thirteen Flamechasers—well, the broad-minded mother, Aponia.

"Snap!"

In the deepest part of the Elysian Realm, Aponia watched as the petite, cute blonde girl approached her hall, then quickly shrank behind a stone pillar.

Only one clear, bright purple eye was visible, like a frightened kitten, secretly observing her with a mix of vigilance and fear.

"Snap!"

Aponia couldn’t help but laugh and was about to say something.

"Snap!"

The golden figure flashed before her eyes.

Soon, fruits, snacks, and other items were neatly arranged at Aponia’s feet, like offerings for worship.

Aponia’s mouth twitched, and she looked forward.

Sure enough, the little girl who resembled a wild cat had retreated behind the pillar again, revealing only one vigilant eye full of fear.

"Puff!"

Aponia tried hard to suppress her laughter but struggled to hold it back.

Meanwhile, Angel, still behind the pillar, puffed out her cheeks.

What? Why are they so cowardly? Do they know?

Fu Hua had been in the current civilization for thousands of years before she delved into metaphysics.

Aponia, from the previous era, was already immersed in metaphysics, discussing fate, seeing into people’s hearts, and more.

Although I, Angel, have no ill intentions, even if you see through me, I shouldn't turn into a fluttering moth and fly away—referring to the sensible Su.

But after all, The Herrscher of Dominance rely on those little secrets to survive. If everything were laid bare, it would be quite unsettling.

"You... can you see through everything? How much have you seen?"

Angel timidly revealed her second eye and asked.

"If I prepare one more delicious meal for you every day... can you not embarrass me?"

Angel added hesitantly.

Realizing her sincerity might not have been fully conveyed, she continued.

"If you have any other requests... let’s discuss them... It’s not easy for me, you know?"

Angel retracted one eye again, leaving only one eye visible, nervously and expectantly awaiting Aponia’s reaction.

"Heh—"

Aponia smiled and extended her hands toward Angel.

Wearing a white nun’s veil and gorgeous wings like flying moths on the tail of her skirt, the nun was obviously very tall. Yet, when she showed an inclusive smile with a hint of sadness and gentleness in her eyes, it was impossible to think of anything sinister.

"Plop!"

Angel found herself in Aponia’s arms without realizing how she got there. Aponia clasped her hands together and gently comforted the nervous Angel.

"You must be very tired. Do you want to take a nap? No one will harm you here. It’s safe."

"...You really won’t hurt me?"

"Why would I hurt you? You are a good child, a very good child."

Aponia spoke softly in an extremely gentle voice.

Angel didn’t know how many secrets she had seen.

However, Aponia’s warm embrace and her gentle demeanor convinced Angel to trust her.

Her eyelids grew heavy.

Thinking about it, running around in different areas of the Realm every day had indeed left her in need of rest.

"Hoo... Hoo... Hoo..."

Aponia slowly knelt down, carefully supporting Angel’s body and adjusting her into a comfortable resting position.

As Aponia gently looked at the cute sleeping face on her lap, familiar footsteps entered the space after a long absence.

"Long time no see. Welcome, Kalpas."

"... Humph! You should know why I’m here."

Kalpas said bluntly, crossing his arms.

But his voice was low, clearly not wanting to disturb someone's nap.

Aponia shook her head and sighed.

"Kalpas, I’m not an omnipotent answering machine, nor do I possess the wisdom of Mobius or Vill-V. I’m not particularly clever and can’t know what you’re thinking if you don’t say it."

"Aponia!"

Kalpas raised his clenched fist.

"Hmm~~"

Angel stirred slightly and muttered.

Kalpas’s movements froze.

After a long pause, he seemed to give up, crossed his arms, and said coldly.

"This child hides many things. Tell me what you have seen."

"Then, are you willing to believe her, Kalpas?"

"Hmph! She's a smart kid, why should I believe easily?"

"No, Kalpas, you already believe her."

Aponia’s gentle voice made Kalpas’s veins pop out again.

Then Aponia continued.

"Kalpas, if she approaches everyone with true vigilance, even you wouldn’t see these things. Trust is mutual. She has already believed in us without realizing it, so you can feel her secret and will still choose to believe in her as well. Am I right?"

"..."

"Kalpas, she is a good child. But she is also very tired. There are many burdens in the real world tied to her. The Elysian Realm may be one of the few places where she can truly relax. Here, don’t add more burdens to her, okay?"

Not adding burdens meant not pursuing secrets. Aponia didn’t reveal what she saw, but she had expressed her choice and attitude.

If it were any other time, Kalpas would have burned down the house if someone like Aponia spoke so mysteriously.

However, the girl’s steady breathing restrained the flames in his chest.

"... Bullshit!"

Kalpas snorted coldly, without responding or asking any more questions, and vanished expressionlessly.

Aponia smiled slightly. She was accustomed to Kalpas’s awkward personality, then lowered her head and gently combed Angel’s hair.

She watched Angel sleep soundly, her eyes filled with endless tenderness and kindness.

An hour later, Angel’s eyelashes trembled as she slowly woke up.

"Are you awake? Did you sleep well?"

Angel blinked blankly, and after a moment, the confusion in her eyes faded.

Cat jumped up.

Cat stretched.

Cat put her hands on her hips.

"I slept so comfortably and feel refreshed!"

"That’s good. If you feel tired again, you can come to my place to rest anytime. Next time, I’ll prepare a more comfortable bed."

Aponia looked at the energetic Angel with tenderness.

Angel then lowered her head, shyly addressing her fingers.

"Thank... Thank you, Sister Aponia."

Although it was still unclear how much Aponia had seen, it was likely more than the other Flamechasers.

However, Angel had been active in the Elysian Realm for so long and had never faced excessive doubts. Every interaction with a Flamechaser had been unusually smooth.

Where she threw herself into Aponia’s arms, Angel realized that this situation was due to Aponia’s decision of not revealing her extra secrets to her companions.

Aponia just shook her head and smiled without saying a word. "Do you have anything to say?"

"Uh... Can I not say it?"

"I understand. Since you’re not familiar with me yet? You’re very cautious, but it’s alright. I am here anytime you need me."

Aponia extended her hand to Angel.

She didn’t come up with a script-killing process like Raiden Mei did when she came to the Deep End. Aponia showed only pure tenderness and kindness

Perhaps she felt Angel was more mature?

Or maybe she saw something special?

Angel couldn’t guess.

She only knew that such tolerance and tenderness made her want to cry—the last time she felt such emotions was in the Cosmic Juggernaut, beside Su who was about to leave.

Angel smiled shyly, took Aponia’s outstretched hand, and fell into the reassuring embrace once more.

"That’s great..."

"In fact, you should try to trust your friends outside more. Being alone is very tiring."

"No way! I have decided to keep my secret forever. If the real secret is exposed, it will be terrible!"

"Then, you can only work hard."

Aponia didn’t force the issue but comforted the little girl in her arms with a pitying tone and gently touched her head.

Such tolerance and understanding were truly rare for Angel, who carried too many secrets.

"Thank you, Sister Aponia."

Angel said again.

Hugging Aponia’s soft and plump body, Angel couldn’t help but curl up the corners of her mouth, feeling the long-lost peace of mind.

----

Chapter 326: How Can It Be So Good?

An afternoon was spent in Aponia's space.

Time passed faster than expected. Angel didn’t realize how the afternoon slipped away until the timer in the network of the Herrscher of Dominance reminded her it was time to return and cook.

Unexpectedly, as she was saying goodbye, Aponia took the initiative to join her.

"Is it time to eat? Then I'll go too."

"... Yeah!"

When Aponia squatted down at Angel’s feet, reached out to support her bottom, and lifted her like a child, what could Angel do but shyly nod?

...

Many Flamechasers in the hall witnessed a peculiar scene.

Aponia, who rarely went out, was seen walking out of a portal while holding the little blonde girl by the buttocks, as if she were a clinging child.

The little girl didn’t expect so many people to see her. Her face turned rosy, and she turned her head to hide her shy expression against Aponia’s snow-white neck.

Don’t ask why Angel accepted this stance.

If Aponia gently picked you up like that, could you refuse?

Anyway, Aponia is wonderful!

I love Aponia!

Long live Aponia!

Angel thought arrogantly to herself, but she gently patted Aponia's back and whispered:

"Put...put me down..."

Her shy and timid whisper naturally did not escape the keen senses of the Flamechasers.

Suddenly, many Flamechasers’ expressions softened.

Angel quietly trotted into the kitchen area.

In the hall, most of the Flamechasers from the Elysian Realm were gathered around the table in a brief silence.

There was Elysia, squatting as usual. Mobius and Vill-V, who were accustomed to eating on time. Hua, Su, and Sakura, who didn’t want to bother Angel with constant meal deliveries. Eden and Pardofelis, who were too quiet to think about anything else. And Kosma, who wanted to discuss the key points of getting along with Griseo with Angel.

With Aponia’s arrival, ten Flamechasers were present in total.

Except for Kevin, whom Angel deliberately ignored, Kalpas, who couldn’t go knowing his own temper, and Griseo, who was not convenient to go out the Deep End, all the members were present.

Angel prepared a sumptuous dinner and placed it on the large table in the center.

While the Flamechasers looked at her, they also observed their rarely gathered companions.

The real Thirteen Flamechasers were a unified group capable of dying together, but they also had their own personalities, filled with contradictions and undercurrents. The memories of the Elysian Realm reflected this complexity.

Thus, this kind of gathering by almost all the Flamechasers was quite rare in the past fifty thousand years.

"Why is everyone silent?"

Angel, confused, removed her pink apron and sat down next to Aponia, whom she had just met. She chose Aponia instead of choosing Elysia, who had always been with her, or her own master.

Hey, Aponia is so soft and comforting; Angel likes her so much!

Perhaps noticing Angel’s joy, Aponia smiled gently and reached out to stroke Angel’s head.

"Thank you for your hard work, little Angel. The dishes are very rich."

"It’s nothing, Sister Aponia... I hope everyone likes it."

Angel smiled brightly, her usual expression nearly gone. Coupled with the noticeable pause in the latter half of her sentence, her emphasis was clearly evident.

Suddenly, Elysia, Mobius, Velvi, Hua, and others who had enjoyed the little girl’s devoted service all narrowed their eyes simultaneously.

What’s this? Are you tired of the old and keen on the new now?

Have I, the beautiful girl/genius/master, lost my appeal?

Girls’ competitive spirit can rival that of men’s, and this was one such instance.

Thus, amidst the ordinary dinner, competition emerged—picking food for Angel and receiving food from her in return became a contest among several female Flamechasers.

Eden and Pardofelis, who were watching the fun, also joined in.

"Little Angel, try this. It looks nutritious."

"Thank you. You eat some too."

The conversation continued.

Su, Kosma, and Sakura, who were on the sidelines, ate in silence. They felt too embarrassed to join in, but when they saw Angel serving food with a sweet smile, they couldn’t help but feel a bit envious.

What lonely old adult could resist such a sweet child?

It’s not that there’s anything wrong with Griseo, but she and Angel are different types. Who would complain about having too many group pets? Who wouldn’t want to indulge in a good rub with a new little cutie?

Angel didn’t sense anything wrong. Used to being the group’s favorite, she simply felt everyone’s enthusiasm and tried to respond as much as possible. During the harmonious meal, she suddenly heard Elysia exclaim.

"Huh?"

Angel looked over.

She saw Elysia, holding chopsticks cutely, her big eyes slightly widened in surprise.

Angel tilted her head in confusion.

"What's wrong?"

"Little Angel, your senses should be very sharp. Can you feel anything different?"

"?"

Angel was momentarily stunned.

To be honest, she hadn’t fully come out of Aponia’s gentle embrace. The feeling of being both a big sister and a young mother was as blissful as rolling in a sea of flowers.

But after Elysia’s prompt, Angel carefully sensed the changes in her body and soon noticed a new, albeit subtle, power.

It was a new blessing power she had never experienced before.

Without much thought, Angel soon realized what it was—the power of the Signet, considered the greatest treasure by ordinary visitors to the Elysian Realm.

Angel looked at the subtle power flowing on her palm, then turned her head to see Aponia’s gentle and beautiful face, which seemed to radiate holy light.

Aponia took a tissue, wiped the corners of Angel’s mouth, and smiled.

"What’s wrong, little Angel?"

"Well, you..."

"It’s just a small gift. If it can help you, that’s the greatest purpose of my existence here."

Angel had no words. Except for hugging Aponia’s delicate and soft waist tightly and reddening her eyes, she couldn’t say anything.

Aponia was the only one to give her the Signet upon meeting her.

Just like Su, who left all his accumulated years of power to her when they first met.

Angel sniffed.

"Don’t be so kind to me..."

Otherwise, I might really risk falling out with Kevin and moving the entire Elysian Realm to the Domination Theater.

At that moment, the jealousy surrounding the little group pet had dissipated. The eyes of the Flamechasers softened. Even Kosma, who had wanted to discuss Griseo with Angel, shook his head and decided to postpone the conversation—let this child enjoy being pampered for now.

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Chapter 327: No Difference

After that day, Angel was in high spirits.

Aponia had helped her eliminate the last risk in the Elysian Realm.

The Flamechasers were aware of Aponia's abilities. When Aponia chose to protect Angel and even bestowed a Signet, it was clear that Angel would pass through the trials without any obstacles or suspicion.

But these were minor details to Angel. What mattered most was—

"Sister Aponia, this is really wonderful, hehe~~"

Just after afternoon tea with Aponia, Angel returned to the hall with a food box, shyly covering her face, twisting and turning, and giggling non-stop.

It was unclear what had transpired in Aponia’s hall.

Elysia watched the scene with her eyes, chewing her food, and suddenly felt bored.

"Why... I was clearly here first right?"

"Is the charm of Miss Pink Elf really so insignificant?"

"Is it because Aponia is... bigger?"

Elysia glanced down at her visually impressive assets—their height, width, delicate white color, and symmetrical rounded curves were all perfect.

However, this was not something to be overly proud of, as most of the women among the Thirteen Flamechasers were similarly endowed, even the petite Mobius, whose true appearance was also spectacular.

Nevertheless, no one could compare to Aponia’s extraordinary presence, and her size did seem to overshadow some aspects.

"Little Angel, you can’t just follow Aponia like this, right? Occasionally, take a look at the cute elf lady!"

"No."

"Why!?"

"You’re annoying."

Angel squinted and spoke expressionlessly.

Of course, Angel didn’t dislike Elysia. However, a distressed Elysia was often more entertaining than a smug one.

"Puff!"

Mobius, who laughed openly, obviously shared Angel’s sentiment.

"Little Angel, I’m thirsty. Get me a glass of water."

"Okay, Doctor, coming right up!"

Angel showed a completely different enthusiasm and soon brought a glass of warm water with both hands.

She then touched Mobius's shoulder, kneading and patting it gently.

"Doctor, you’ve worked hard. Is there anything else you need me to do today?"

"Just put it on the counter over there. Bring it to me tomorrow."

"Alright, I’ll try my best to finish it. Doctor, what would you like for dinner?"

"Let me think about it and let you know later."

Mobius lazily enjoyed Angel’s attentive service, even squinting to look at Elysia as if nothing had happened.

Elysia: "(｀へ´)!"

Fortunately, Angel didn’t linger too long. She quickly refilled her food box and went to visit someone else.

This freed Elysia from her little piglet’s wrath.

Mobius looked at the still-indignant Elysia and spoke.

"Tell me, you had to drag me out of the lab after dozens of messages. What’s so important that it could only be discussed here?"

"It’s not that I had to drag you out. The main issue is that you wouldn't listen to me talking in the lab."

"...That’s true. Stop wasting time and finish up. I still have experiments to do."

"Mobius, do you... know why Little Angel doesn’t want to see Kevin?"

Elysia came closer, almost touching noses with Mobius to gauge the seriousness in her eyes.

Mobius’s eyes, usually dull, became sharp. After a moment, she pushed Elysia’s face away and said playfully: "Why would I know that?"

"Because you have a channel! I don’t believe you haven’t tried to understand Little Angel. After all, you two communicate so well, right?"

Elysia was aware of Mobius's channel and that the Gray Serpent was Mobius's creation.

After Mobius passed away 50,000 years ago, Mobius in the Elysian Realm was the sole creator of the Gray Serpent. They couldn’t refuse Mobius's orders, including providing external intelligence. She also knew Mobius’s temperament. If a cold-faced and unscientific Herrscher came to the lab, Mobius’s first reaction would be to find a way to take over her body to avoid dealing with troublesome matters like life experiences and causality.

But Angel was different. She had immense value in scientific research, understood Mobius’s philosophy, and became Mobius’s companion.

She was worthy of serious consideration from Mobius.

Given Angel’s already likable personality, Mobius would surely have instructed the Gray Serpent to investigate and gather more information.

Mobius raised her eyebrows, remaining silent, as if he didn’t want to elaborate further.

Elysia clearly understood what her old friend wanted. She quickly put on a slightly flattering smile, trotted behind Mobius, and mimicked Angel by gently massaging Mobius’s shoulders.

"Mobius, my best and cutest Mobius, tell me, okay? Please~~"

"Move down a bit. Haven’t you eaten? We’re all MANTIS. Are you kneading tofu with such little strength?"

"Hehehe, no problem. Watch closely!"

Elysia did her best to serve her stubborn friend.

Although her technique wasn’t as good as Angel’s, Elysia’s service was perhaps more enjoyable for Mobius due to its personal touch.

After a while, facing Elysia’s shining eyes, Mobius casually handed over a document.

Elysia smiled and began reading with both hands.

As she read, her smile faded and her brow furrowed.

"The World Serpent caused an Artificial Eruption to test Project Stigma—this is the Honkai that brought all the misfortunes to Angel. Although I had suspected this before, I didn’t expect it to be true... It really was."

Elysia’s eyelids trembled. She took a deep breath and then closed the document with a somber expression.

Mobius remained still, her face expressionless.

"Although it wasn’t Kevin’s direct order, he was in the Sea of Quanta at that time, so the results are essentially the same. They are all actions carried out under his guidance. So, what do you want to say, Elysia?"

"Mobius, you’re really cruel. Are you hoping to see Miss Elf cry?"

"Well, it would certainly be a rare sight. I’ll make sure to record it from all angles."

Mobius’s response was merciless.

Elysia smiled bitterly, sighed, and said.

"I don’t know what Kevin went through to have such willpower. But I know he must be in pain..."

"Oh, and then?"

Compared to Elysia, Mobius was less affected by the experiment.

In the apocalypse, the Fire Moth had done crazier things, and Mobius herself was among the most extreme. An Artificial Honkai Eruption wasn’t worth her full attention. If it weren’t related to Angel, Mobius wouldn’t even have bothered to examine it closely.

Elysia shook her head sadly.

"But regardless of his reasons, it’s wrong. We can’t influence him anymore, but Angel is entitled to make any decision... Mobius, please don’t mention these matters in front of that child, alright?"

"Do you think I’m like you, with a big mouth and no filter, spreading nonsense all day?"

"...I don't have a big mouth! Don’t slander me like Little Angel, Mobius!"

"I see your mouth is quite wide now."

Mobius said with a mocking tone.

Elysia understood that Mobius wanted to change the subject and avoid dwelling on unchangeable issues.

However, Elysia had already compromised a lot to extract information, and she was unwilling to endure any longer.

"Hmm? What are you doing, Elysia!?"

"Hehehe, Dr. Mobius, there’s no one else here. Have you forgotten that in terms of combat power, the cute and cool Miss Pink Elf ranks the same as Flamechasers's First~~"

"Wait, don’t come any closer!"

Mobius evidently forgot that Elysia was not only a skilled talker but also capable in skills and strength.

This was why Mobius often avoided overstimulating her. When Elysia abandoned verbal communication for direct action, Mobius had no defense.

The two played for a while.

Elysia mainly rubbed Mobius’s face and body, while Mobius struggled in vain despite her efforts.

Eventually, Mobius’s eyes grew vacant, and she gave up resisting.

Elysia rubbed Mobius’s soft face once more, feeling exhausted, and then hugged Mobius, hesitating.

"How about reminding everyone not to mention Angel’s pain unintentionally? What do you think, my Mobius?"

"..."

"Don’t be so cold. You know I’m not as clever as you, Mobius."

"...None of the Thirteen Flamechasers are truly foolish by nature. Even you have noticed, and others will eventually guess something. So, the risk you’re concerned about does exist."

Mobius agreed with Elysia’s concern and took advantage of her softened state to slip away from her embrace. She almost crawled back to the lab—her territory, where there would be some measures in place, rather than being entirely passive.

"No need for Griseo."

Mobius left one last remark.

The child wouldn’t think of this level and wouldn’t mention it, so there was no need to shatter her impression of Kevin.

"Puff!"

Elysia looked at her empty hands with a cunning glint and laughed loudly.

Then, her charming face finally dimmed.

"Kevin..."

The happy elf, usually thought to never be sad, displayed a sadness that, despite her transcendent beauty, was no different from that of an ordinary person.

----

Chapter 328: She Is Good or Bad, I Like Her So Much

"Beep... beep... beep..."

In Mobius's laboratory, in the central cultivation chamber surrounded by countless pipelines and facilities, a new body resembling Angel slept.

Klein floated up and down in front of the instrument, adjusting and recording real-time data. Mobius sat lazily on the aircraft, leaning against the raised tentacles and reading the messages Elysia had sent to the Flamechasers.

"Hmph, just dealing with boring tasks," Mobius muttered.

As for why she, who clearly didn't need to receive the information, was paying attention to Elysia’s messages—well, why should Mobius explain herself? Just take care of your own business!

"What happened?" Angel approached to hand over yesterday’s task and asked curiously.

Mobius put her phone in her pocket. "Nothing. Show me your results."

"Doctor, please take a look," Angel said, placing a set of results on the mechanical tentacle that had extended from Mobius.

Mobius examined the results for a moment. Klein, having completed a phase of work, floated over holding a tablet.

Klein looked up at Angel and blinked. Angel returned the gesture, blinking innocently.

After a while, Klein floated into Angel's arms. Angel reached out to massage the little ELF’s body to relieve Klein’s fatigue.

Then Klein spoke to Mobius in a light and pleasant voice: "Doctor, do you really want to reproduce Project Chimera?"

"What? Is there a problem?"

"I just think it’s too fast."

Project Chimera of the Previous era was planned almost from the beginning of the MANTIS Project. After extensive accumulation of technology and materials, and constant verification and adjustment, it took over ten years to achieve the only miracle in Kevin.

But now, only two months have passed since Angel arrived, and Klein felt that the progress was nearing completion.

Fast—too fast—so fast that it felt eerie.

Mobius set down the document, turned sideways, and poked Klein’s soft face. "Klein thinks it’s too fast?"

"Um."

"But I already have experience, along with the information and materials of the Thirteen Flamechasers, Angel’s power to forcibly combine Honkai Beasts, her mind, and almost unlimited materials. Given these conditions, faster progress isn’t surprising."

"But it’s not just a little bit... Well, what you and Angel are doing is possible, but maybe not incredible."

Klein thought about how remarkable Mobius was, and then considered Angel’s equally impressive multi-threading efficiency. Combined, these two represented a perfect fusion of intellect and skill, seemingly made for the MANTIS experiment.

Not to mention, Angel, as Party A, was extraordinary. With her unlimited resources and no need for cumbersome processes like progress summaries and work reports, she was both a participant and facilitator of the experiment, fully mastering the entire process and eliminating all intermediate stages.

When viewed this way, the rapid progress wasn’t incomprehensible. However, compared to the fluctuations of previous civilizations, it was still somewhat unsettling.

"Well..." Klein sighed cutely.

Under Angel's skilled technique, Klein felt so comfortable that her eyes rolled up, her body softened, and she completely relaxed into Angel’s arms.

"Woo... I’m going... to fall asleep..."

"No. The next stage has begun. Keep working."

The relentless Mobius pulled Klein out of Angel’s arms and placed her on the instrument in front with a smirk.

Klein, having been forcefully removed from paradise, shook, turned her head, and stared at Mobius with a faint look of reproach.

"Doctor..."

"What’s wrong? It’s about to start. To keep things brief, don’t delay your work."

"It’s nothing. I’m going to work."

Klein reluctantly stopped struggling, took out her tablet, and continued controlling the instrument.

Angel sighed. "Doctor, you should learn not to push Klein so hard."

"Nonsense. How can I take advantage of her? It’s all of her own free will!"

"Where does this volunteering come from? Do you have any idea?"

From ELD Klein’s creation, a model worker logic code was embedded in her settings. Mobius continuously reinforced this setting through her relentless work ethic, making Klein a diligent worker who never complained.

Mobius snorted, neither defending nor denying.

Angel shook her head, resigned to the situation.

Klein’s debugging work continued for a while.

"Boom!"

A vibration shook the ground, and the energy overflowing from the sleeping body penetrated the cultivation chamber and spread through the laboratory.

Mobius’s tentacles and Angel’s arms reached Klein almost simultaneously to keep her safe.

Mobius looked at Angel and gestured toward the training cabin with a chin motion.

Angel nodded and walked over.

Inside the liquid, the body’s skin showed cracks, with carapace-like substances with Honkai Beast characteristics gradually growing from the gaps, as if they were going to envelop and consume the body bit by bit.

Angel placed her hand on the glass cover, her eyes glowing golden.

Dominate, control, forcibly combine.

The power worked as expected: the mutation was contained and disappeared, and the experimental body quickly returned to its clean appearance. However, Angel frowned.

"Doctor, this combination... seems a bit repulsive?"

"It didn't work? Well, find a place to use it, collect the data, and then make the next combination."

Mobius was undeterred. Scientific research is often tortuous and lengthy. Assuming the power contained in a body is 100, and the energy and Honkai energy required to maintain the body’s stability are 80 or 90, then this body would be ineffective, as it cannot successfully activate the Chimera genome or achieve infinite evolution.

What Mobius needed to do was increase the body's strength limit and reduce the maintenance cost. Once a limit was reached, she would attempt to activate the Chimera genome. How much the limit could be compressed and how effective the Chimera genome would be would directly determine whether it could surpass Kevin's unprecedented case.

"Then we'd better go find Brother Kalpas..."

"No, no, no. Using the same tester repeatedly won’t yield high-quality data. Besides, this body has slightly exceeded Kalpas’s average value, making it too heavy for him."

"What do you mean, Doctor?"

"Try challenging the strongest one. If you don't compete with him, how will you know how far you are from him, right, Angel?"

Mobius lowered her head, her eyes smiling like crescent moons, her voice naturally enchanting. The hovering mechanical tentacles closed around Angel as if ready to restrain a little bird that had accidentally wandered into a Serpent's lair. It was very dangerous but also filled with eerie beauty.

"..."

Angel looked at Mobius blankly, then her face turned red.

‘Ah, she is so good and bad; I like her so much!’

"What are you doing, little Angel?"

"Actually, the doctor knows a lot about me, right?"

Angel was silent for a moment, then spoke calmly. The questioning statement had an affirmative tone.

Staring into Angel's calm eyes that seemed to see through everything, Mobius’s dangerous and charming demeanor vanished. She turned her eyes away and said weakly:

"Uh... ah hahaha, what are you talking about? I don’t understand."

"The reason I came to the Elysian Realm is that I attacked the World Serpent, forcing the Gray Serpent to sacrifice a large number of individuals and leaving the Power of Dominance in their network. In other words..."

"In other words, that trash Gray Serpent has passively become your spy, and he can't hide anything from you. So, you know us so well through him, right?"

Mobius curled her lips, half embarrassed and half dissatisfied, echoing Angel's words.

But it closed a loophole for Angel. Angel did not respond directly but revealed Mobius’s original hidden motive.

"The doctor wants to give me a chance to vent to Kevin, right?"

"...Who taught you to speculate like this? Do you have any evidence? Why should I do this? It’s just for better experimental data. Stop thinking so much!"

"Thank you, doctor."

"Hey! I told you everything..."

"Thank you, doctor. I'm very happy."

Angel said "thank you" twice and reached out to hug her gently.

"The doctor is right; it’s all for the experiment. Then, I’ll go find Kevin."

Angel's figure disappeared in front of Mobius.

Then, the experimental subject Angel in the culture cabin opened her eyes and then vanished from the laboratory without a trace.

Mobius was left standing stiffly, unable to react.

Klein floated over, stretched out her little hand, and waved it in front of Mobius's eyes.

"Dr. Mobius, wake up. Angel has already set off. We should go to the hall to collect data."

"Klein..."

"Um?"

"Forget what happened just now!"

Mobius placed her hands on Klein’s shoulders, and dark matter spread behind her.

---

Angel stepped into Kevin's territory for the first time.

It was also the first time for Memory Replica Kevin to see this strange Herrscher, who seemed like a fish in water in the Elysian Realm.

"Legion Herrscher..."

"Please, help me test my body."

Angel was too impatient for small talk and had nothing to say to the Ice Pig Riddler. She unleashed her body's power on the spot, and the surging energy was like the rising sun, dyeing the clear and clean world a strong red.

The astonishing energy made Memory Kevin frown when he first saw it.

"Not bad power. But too much instability?"

Is this the experiment Mobius is conducting? A new era of MANTISes?

Kevin didn’t know the details, but if it was a beneficial attempt for new era, he should contribute.

Not to mention... Kevin remembered Elysia's message about what happened to Angel and the pain she carried.

‘The me in the real world has his own path. Perhaps satisfying your needs with all my strength is the only compensation.’

Kevin stopped dwelling on grievances and entanglements, extended his hand, and the flames that had accompanied him throughout his life rose up and shot straight into the sky.

"Bang!!!"

At the first collision, the earth and sky cracked. The explosive flames burst like the sun, sweeping and melting everything around them.

Kevin stood in the void, holding his sword with both hands, motionless. Angel retreated a distance and frowned slightly.

Following the Battle of Kaslana’s Stigmata and the Battle in The Deep, this was the third time Angel faced Kevin. The first two times had been losses because Angel needed to maintain the script, so too many things were restrained.

The third time, she would still lose. After all, it was just a test. However, she was somewhat unwilling to concede. Constantly failing against the same opponent made her feel as though she had never grown!

"Yin——"

The Fire Sword, Angel’s weapon, was also the Key of Domination that was most compatible with her. It had never appeared in the battle against Kalpas.

At this moment, Angel raised the red ancient sword high. The sword energy roared for miles and struck Kevin on the head.

"Bang!!!"

It was rare for Mobius to show goodwill, and Angie rarely felt a sense of competitiveness. If the fight were too one-sided, it would embarrass Mobius and make her worry about herself even more. It was never Angel’s style to let down the kindness of a beautiful woman!

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Chapter 329: Master Qian - I Know This

"Oh, oh, oh! That's it, that's it! Look, Kevin's expression has changed!"

"Ellie, calm down. We all know Kevin's strength. Angel's skills are good now, but they're still far from enough."

"Eden, you don't understand. This shows that Angel-chan is becoming more and more powerful! Besides, Kevin's serious but conflicted expression is not common. No, I have to find a way to record it!"

"Alas, for a moment, I really can't tell whether you're happy for Angel or happy about Kevin's troubles."

The hall became lively at some point.

It started when Elysia knew that Angel went to find Kevin.

Then, the Flamechasers who were idle knew everything.

Not long after Elysia sent the message, it suddenly fast-forwarded to the meeting between Angel and Kevin, naturally attracting everyone's attention.

As usual, except for Kalpas, who wants to save face, and Griseo, who didn’t know, the rest of the people came to the hall one after another.

Sakura: "Very good skills, and the timing is perfect. With Dr. Mobius’s help, maybe learning my time-space freezing isn’t a joke. Hua, it’s said she’s your disciple in the real world. What do you think?"

Hua: "... First of all, she’s my disciple in the outside world, not my disciple. But judging by her performance, she can control such chaotic and complex energy and still fight with ease. In terms of skill, she’s exceeded my imagination."

The pure fighting factions praised Angel’s fighting abilities.

Vill-V tugged at Mobius with a faint expression.

"What?"

"Is this your achievement?"

"...What are you trying to say?"

"Nothing else. I just want Little Angel to drive my first-generation mech for testing in two days. Remember to come and witness our performance."

As a technical master, Vill-V smiled brightly throughout, without a single word of sarcasm.

Mobius had already heard the other’s self-confidence and complacency, and suddenly, the strange vertical pupil narrowed coldly.

"I’ve heard she commissioned you to build a mecha. I hope it’s not another fancy creation to satisfy your personal preferences."

"What do you mean by fancy? Installing high-quality audio and fireworks special effects on the Divine Key meets the strategic needs of adjusting morale during downtime and deterring the enemy in wartime. I don’t understand why you insist on removing so many practical functions!"

"Okay, okay, whatever you say is what it is. I just hope that when you unveil a large automatic dumpling-making machine, automatic floor scrubber, automatic refrigerator, and intelligent hybrid audio system shaped like a mecha, the little one won’t jump up and kick you in the face."

"Huh? Are you underestimating the tacit understanding between the genius magician and her audience?"

The two technical masters began to argue, exchanging no more words, only silent clashes of gazes in the air.

Su, Aponia, and Kosma from the Peaceful Group quietly stayed in the corner, silently observing Angel and Kevin’s performance.

Aponia spoke softly.

"Su, Angel inherited your thousand years of accumulation from the outside world. Do you think she’s lived up to it?"

"At the very least, her ability to control this chaotic energy proves her unimaginable mental strength and control. If her body and strength were relatively stable, then her skills must be beyond ordinary understanding."

"Then teach her your understanding of power. Perhaps, with time, she’ll eventually surpass these limitations. But you know, fate never gives us enough time."

"I will do my best."

What Aponia saw, only she knows so far. If she’s unwilling to reveal it, she must have her reasons.

Su unconditionally trusts Aponia and his real self, so there’s nothing to doubt.

Kosma, who stood beside him, listened to the conversation between the two elders without any expression. It contained countless pieces of information, and in his heart, he held just as much information as they did.

After a long pause, he gave a response fitting his personal character:

Kosma: "..."

...

"Bang!"

In Kevin’s domain, the intensity of the battle continued to soar.

Angel's body had gone through many iterations, and its current feature was that it was incredibly strong! Strong! Strong!

Not to mention Kevin, the highest masterpiece in the past 50,000 years in terms of physical strength, is naturally too fierce to be described.

"Boom!!!"

Waves of flames and sword energy, along with scattered energy, ravaged everything in the surrounding space.

Even Klein in the hall stopped recording data and rushed straight to her studio, frantically adjusting the spatial disorder of the Elysian Realm.

Angel had a smile on her face.

Similar to the excited state of a runner, while doing her best to maintain balance, she unleashed her full power against Kevin. With the accumulation of internal and external fatigue, she felt more and more exhilarated.

The experimental body was ultimately defeated by Kevin’s complete form. Halfway through the fierce battle, Angel clearly felt exhaustion.

It wasn’t that her body was weak, but the conflicting parts and forces inside the experimental body were difficult to suppress.

Angel knew she was about to explode.

So, her rare competitive spirit took over again.

Angel made up her mind and stopped releasing Sword Ki.

In an instant, the sea of flames conjured by Kevin engulfed everything. It was as if the whole world had been transported to the surface of the sun. Other than the raging fire that melted everything, nothing else could be seen.

"Hmm?"

Kevin’s expression changed.

Is it over?

He doubted.

Suddenly, a red light emerged from the flames, like a light transcending space, instantly arriving before Kevin.

"Swish!"

The tip of the red ancient sword pressed against Kevin’s heart, piercing just a little, before being blocked by his body’s natural defense.

Only a little blood oozed out, quickly frozen by his body’s surface temperature, then evaporated by the flames of annihilation.

In contrast, Kevin’s sword of annihilation had pierced through Angel’s body.

"Cough!"

Angel coughed up blood.

Looking at the sword thrust out of Kevin’s body and the wound that instantly healed, the girl’s eyes flashed with a mix of emotions—impressed, unwilling, yet determined to continue the challenge.

Kevin didn’t have time to ponder her thoughts.

He saw her cute face, carved like pink jade, crack and shatter before him, swallowed up by the flames of annihilation in the blink of an eye.

"!!!"

Kevin’s hands trembled subconsciously.

The memory of his companion’s sister, which he didn’t want to recall, threatened to resurface before him.

At that moment, a cute little girl stood beside him and spoke woodenly.

"It’s completely shattered and evaporated, no need to clean it up."

"You..."

"A Legion of Herrschers, a thousand people with one heart—just a body for experimentation. It has no effect on me. You should know that."

Angel blinked and spoke in a nonchalant tone.

Kevin opened his mouth but was speechless for a moment.

Knowing is knowing, but seeing it happen suddenly in front of him, the sense of déjà vu was too strong.

Fortunately, it was different after all. Angel’s lightning-fast reappearance stopped Kevin from dwelling on memories, and his emotions quickly calmed down.

Angel looked at him woodenly for a moment, then turned to leave.

Suddenly, she paused, raised her hand, looked at her palm, and seemed to feel some change.

"Are you... not afraid that I will retaliate against you once I’m out? Stop your plan?"

After asking this subconsciously, Angel realized she was talking nonsense.

As expected, Kevin replied calmly:

"That’s your choice. If you can do it, great."

Angel fully believed that this man wasn’t speaking out of sarcasm, but from the heart.

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Chapter 230 Did I do something right?

"Little Angel, welcome back, you amaze Elysia! You are worthy of being the favorite beauty of Miss Elf!"

Before Angel could see the current situation in the hall, a soft and warm fragrance came towards her.

It felt great.

It smelled sweet like pure honey.

Angel grinned in Elysia's breasts, and before she could pretend to resist, Miss Elf put something into her body.

Angel was stunned for a moment.

"Alas, I wanted to find a good day for a surprise, but there is no way. Do you still like it, little Angel?"

Elysia smiled sweetly and brightly, like a real elf and angel.

No doubt, that was her Signet.

In fact, Elysia had been willing to give it to Angel in the beginning.

The humanity of the Herrscher is what the Herrscher of Human gambled everything for.

In other words, this is a miracle created by Elysia herself, and no one has more reason than her to completely trust and love Angel.

So, how could she be stingy about the Signet?

It's just that Miss Pink Elf is the type who is extremely romantic and pays attention to rituals. In her imagination, the power of the Signet, which condenses a lifetime of memories and experiences, should be given on a special day and at a special surprise moment.

In this way, Angel will remember her for the rest of her life.

However, she never expected that Aponia was the first to give it away.

Now, Kevin has also given it to Angel.

If it drags on, she doesn't know how far Miss Elf's gift will be ranked, drowned in the gifts of everyone, and maybe Angel will forget it in a blink of an eye!

That kind of thing, that kind of thing is not allowed!

Elysia let go of Angel's body, lowered her head, stared at her with sparkling eyes, expecting her to give a correct response.

This time, Angel did not choose to tease Elysia, but after a while of silence, she gently hugged the Elf's soft waist.

"Thank you, Elysia."

The whisper were buried in the soft peaks.

It was very simple, but one could hear a different kind of seriousness and sincerity.

Elysia was satisfied.

"Yoshiyoshiyoshi! With the blessing of Miss Elf, go forward bravely, beautiful girls can do anything!" Elysia smiled and rubbed Angel's little head while giving her sincere blessings.

Then, when Angel was a little dizzy, Elysia suddenly let her go and stepped aside.

Next, Eden, Hua, Su and others came one by one, or touched her head, or pinched her face, or put their shoulders, and gave their power to Angel one by one.

It took a few minutes, and nine Signets were engraved in the body of Angel who was caught off guard.

There was still Griseo's left, but as for the child, maybe she would give it to her when she thought of sharing snacks with her, so there was no need to worry at all.

There is no Master Kalpas's Signer either, but it should only be a matter of time.

Then, the remaining Signet is——

Angel scratched her head dizzily, and slowly turned her eyes to Mobius who was drinking tea leisurely.

"Why are you looking at me like that?"

"Doctor, you..."

"What do you mean by me? You want my Signet? Oh, I don't give it to everyone. Instead of thinking about these things, you might as well keep working hard. When I like you, I might give it to you."

That's what Mobius said.

Angel nodded weakly.

"Oh."

You are the boss, you have the final say.

Angel respects wisdom the most, which is the irreplaceable great power.

Some Flamechasers smiled and looked at Mobius with a teasing look.

Elysia rolled her eyes and appeared behind Mobius silently. She hugged someone gently, and scared her slender waist.

"Elysia!!!"

"Hey, our Mobius is still so cute? Maybe it's not because she saw that everyone else gave it away, so she felt embarrassed to give it away now, and it seemed not classy enough, right? Did she think that since she was not the first, she might as well be the last one? That's great, that's my cutest friend!"

"What are you saying, fat woman? Let go!"

"Ah, is Mobius shy? Don't be so awkward, we are best friends, let the cute Miss Elf comfort you! Mua~~"

"Ah!!!"

Pig and snake... cough cough, I mean the farce of Elysia and Mobius has started again.

In fact, such scenes are rare in the Elysian Realm.

Most of the Memory Replicas have a clear self-awareness. They are afterimages, the last echo of a desperate era, not real people.

Elysia is an exception. Even in the Elysian Realm, she tried hard to liven up the atmosphere everywhere, hoping that like the Thirteen Flamechasers, the memories could also be gathered together vividly. Instead of sitting alone for a long time, until they were separated and disappeared in silence.

Mobius was also an exception. She ignored the identity of the memory replicas, still persistently pursued her own infinity, and never thought that she was a false copy.

To some extent, these two people are the same. They are not affected by anything in this memory hall, and still play their original strong personal characteristics.

But because of this, the contradictions between these two people are exactly the same as the real person.

Elysia tirelessly tried to make Mobius feel the beauty of human nature, hoping to change her arrogant and awkward personality, and hope that she can get along with more people.

Mobius was annoyed to avoid her and go around her, racking his brains to avoid being led into the endless routines of Elysia - at least from the surface, Mobius did so.

In the past 50,000 years, because of Mobius' deliberate avoidance, Elysia rarely pestered Mobius like this, forcing her to scream from time to time.

Just like when they were still alive.

If the situation is magnified to the entire Elysian Realm, in fact, the Flamechasers rarely gather. Most of the time, only Elysia's meaningless visits can bring a little life to this dead palace.

What brought about this change in Elysia and Mobius, or brought about changes in almost the entire Elysian Realm?

Many Flamechasers involuntarily turned their eyes to the only truly lively little girl.

Angel was still confused about the achievement of almost collecting all the Signets.

To be honest, although this was also one of her goals, who would have thought it would be so smooth? Is there something wrong? Did she do something right?

Angel was confused, but still keenly aware of everyone's gaze.

"Hmm?"

She turned her head and looked at Aponia, Su, Eden and other Flamechasers with a blank expression and big watery eyes, and a question mark seemed to appear on her head.

Suddenly, many people's smiles became gentler.