Bab 134: Volume 3, Chapter 3: Simulation - Heavenly Meteor
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Xia Chen wasn't a qualified psychologist, yet his words provided comfort and encouragement to Kiana.
Upon learning that 'Kiana' had been keeping an eye on her all along, her lingering doubts vanished.
Xia Chen reassured her that aside from sharing the same name with the original Kiana, there were no other similarities between them. Thus, she needn't worry about being a replacement.
She was simply Kiana Kaslana.
That's all Xia Chen could offer to comfort her.
Who knows what possessed Siegfried to give her such a name?
Being naturally awkward, his sincere words instead conveyed genuine concern and empathy.
He could sense Kiana visibly relax after hearing this.
Deciding to return to her room for some rest and digestion before continuing training, Kiana left.
After she departed, Ana approached him.
"Hmph, quite an enjoyable chat, huh?" The girl puffed out her cheeks like an angry blowfish. "I'm warning you, don't get any ideas about Kiana."
"Uh, so it's fine if it's someone else?"
"No, not with anyone else either." Ana promptly stepped on his feet with both hers.
Though it didn't really hurt, he feigned discomfort, grimacing. "Relax, relax, I have absolutely no intentions whatsoever."
"Hmph, that's more like it." She paused and then added, "Oh right, if you have some free time, try talking to Wendy."
"Wendy? What about her?"
"Hmph, are you really clueless or just pretending?" Ana took a moment before continuing, "Wendy has been here for quite some time now, but she spends every day in the training room. Except for occasional missions, she rarely leaves; even during breaks, she doesn't rest..."
"Isn't that commendable dedication?"
"It's unhealthy obsession. Her life revolves solely around training with no other interests."
As the captain of the Snow Lotus Squad, Ana closely monitored her team members' mental well-being.
"She's only 15 years old, yet all she knows is training, leaving no space for anything else. Plus, she doesn't have any friends."
"Although other squad members tried befriending her, they were intimidated by her intense workout regimen. The bravest ones could barely keep up for a few days before giving up. They claim Wendy puts too much psychological pressure on them."
"In that case, can you still consider her behavior normal?"
Xia Chen pondered thoughtfully.
Ana's observation held truth; regardless of how one looked at it, Wendy was still a blossoming young girl. For someone her age to focus solely on training indeed seemed abnormal.
"Hmph, as far as I can tell, apart from Durandal, only you have any influence over her now. I know you two share a good relationship, so if you have time, try engaging with her more and take her out for some leisure activities."
Despite Ana being prone to jealousy,
it often manifested during moments of idle banter. She understood the importance of priorities. If spending time alone with Wendy could alleviate her stress, allowing Xia Chen to do so wasn't an issue. At worst, she might privately nip him later to vent her feelings.
Ana was diligently striving to become a great captain.
"Sure, I'll talk to her when I get the chance," Xia Chen promptly agreed.
"Hmph, that's better. My squad member is in your hands now."
"Mm-hmm."
Xia Chen blinked, "So what about my reward?"
"Hmph, not punishing you should be enough, let alone a reward." Ana glanced around discreetly, ensuring no one was watching. Then, standing on tiptoe, she leaned in for a kiss on Xia Chen's lips.
Initially intending just a brief peck, she found herself lost in the moment. By the time she realized, several minutes had passed.
Feeling both embarrassed and flustered, she quickly bit Xia Chen's lip before rushing away like a startled kitten.
Xia Chen stood speechless.
After returning to his room and taking a shower, Xia Chen lay on the bed and activated the system.
[Schicksal World Simulator activated.]
[Current Scenario: Intrinsic World - Current Civilization Era's Heavenly Meteor.]
[Equipped Weapon: Red Sakura.]
[Assigned Stigmata: Ana Schariac; Sirin Ascension.]
[System generating records...]
[Day 1: You are a retired veteran living in Tianqiong City...]
As Xia Chen gradually regained consciousness, he found himself in the outskirts of Tianqiong City.
A former military serviceman, currently unemployed.
With retirement benefits, it was enough for him to sustain his living temporarily.
However, Xia Chen couldn't help but wonder if the Heavenly Meteor could be considered a Honkai Event?
Upon careful thought, it made sense.
The Heavenly Meteor represents a prevented Honkai Event, similar to an attempted crime that failed.
An unsuccessful attempt does not negate its criminal nature. Therefore, categorizing the Heavenly Meteor as a Honkai Event is entirely appropriate.
Immediately, Xia Chen planned to rush towards Divine City Pharmaceuticals.
Yet, just as he started moving, he furrowed his brow involuntarily.
Undoubtedly, Kiana's transformation in mindset was most profound after experiencing the Heavenly Meteor event. If Xia Chen resolved her situation prematurely, how would she grow from it?
Since the real world is unlikely to face another Heavenly Meteor, allowing Kiana to encounter it within a dream might not be such a bad idea. Although he couldn't predict its full impact.
Moreover, would this simulation feature the Kiana post-Queen's Will or one unaffected by that tragedy?
If the simulated future represents just one possibility among many, does it imply that the tragedies before Heavenly Meteor could still occur?
Perhaps instead of Queen's Will, it might involve the arrival of the Herrscher of Death? After all, the Gem of Serenity is with Kiana now.
In reality, Kiana hasn't experienced such a tragedy, so capturing the same despair felt during the Heavenly Meteor incident might be challenging.
Considering these thoughts, Xia Chen decided against rushing.
Currently, he wasn't short on system rewards, and Divine City Pharmaceuticals posed a low-difficulty instance for him. Even clearing it wouldn't provide much opportunity for training or growth.
Unless she encounters the God of Honkai again or Finality arrives prematurely.
However, the likelihood of such scenarios seemed quite low.
Using his perception of the Herrscher Core, Xia Chen swiftly located Kiana.
The young girl was filled with unease as several Raid-class Honkai Beasts appeared behind her.
The impending Project Stigma at Divine City Pharmaceuticals gradually leaked Honkai Energy, leading to the emergence of Honkai Beasts in Tianqiong City. However, Kiana believed it was all due to her presence.
Despite dispatching the beasts quickly, fear still lingered within her.
At that moment, no one could truly understand her despair.
Becoming the source of calamity weighed heavily on her heart, unbearable regardless of how she tried to cope.
Hiding alone, Sirin's voice incessantly echoed in her mind. With tears welling up, Kiana closed her eyes and raised her gun, pointing it at herself.
"I won't let you succeed."
"It's not time for despair yet."
Her action was halted by Fu Hua using Fenghuang Down.
"I've used the last remnants of my mental strength to temporarily seal this consciousness. Now, all you need to do is proceed to Taixuan Mountain."
Clearly, this was the aftermath of the Queen's arrival, known as Heavenly Meteor.
Hiding nearby, Xia Chen pondered thoughtfully.
Status Power Mingguan
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