Chương 136: Until the dawn of the Surface
"Uh-huh! ♪ Dr. Mobius?" Elysia's voice echoed, growing louder as she approached. However, Mobius chose to disregard it.
"It's such a shame when an intriguing individual loses their drive due to mundane reasons. It's as if the world has lost its axis, causing everything, including him, to become dull and uninteresting!" Mobius voiced her thoughts softly.
She felt a sense of agreement with her own words, especially considering Gray Snake's actions, which were utterly incomprehensible to her.
The same could be said for Joachim, who, at first glance, seemed to be grappling with a significant issue.
"Please, turn around, doctor! ♪ " Elysia's voice floated down from above. Mobius had no desire to engage, but the constant chatter was becoming increasingly bothersome.
Reluctantly, she swiveled her head, her gaze meeting a landscape of pristine white snow, with deep ravines etched across the surface.
Suddenly, two gentle hands enveloped the back of her head, applying a slight pressure.
" Well..." Mobius was speechless and struggled hard.
"So, don't you think a beautiful storyline is enjoyable, Dr. Mobius?" Elysia inquired, her hands gently pressing down on Mobius' head.
"Hmm (okay)," came the muffled response from Mobius. Her voice was faint, yet Elysia, being the considerate pink elf lady that she was, understood her perfectly.
Elysia released her grip, and Mobius's face flushed a deep shade of red. She ran her fingers through her hair to straighten it out and grumbled, "Sure, people are improving, but the world is on the brink of destruction!"
Elysia was left speechless. Indeed, based on the images in the game, without Otto's guidance and considering the presence of Honkai beasts in remote areas, it seemed that the world had suffered numerous calamities due to the Honkai Impact.
Elysia found herself torn. Should Otto assume the role of a priest or ascend to the position of an archbishop of Schicksal? She felt a wave of uncertainty wash over her.
She shook her head, attempting to dispel her doubts. "It's merely a game; there's no need to take it so seriously,"
"Since you're not bothered, I can accept that." Mobius's eyes sparkled with curiosity as she studied Elysia. Her gaze was intense, almost as if she had stumbled upon a new world within Elysia's evasive eyes.
"Oh, don't do this; I will be shy. ♪ " Elysia retorted, the tables now turned.
"Haha, Elysia, you're perfectly suited to be a soldier. If the leader is virtuous, it could spell disaster for the organization," Mobius chuckled.
Elysia held her peace, not because she was unaware, but because what truly captivated her was the radiant spark within the human soul.
In her perspective, Otto's soul in the primary narrative was engulfed in Chaos, yet now, in his role as a priest, it radiated purity.
However, an intriguing paradox emerged in her head.
The villains were the ones who saved the world, while the heroes could only maintain peace?
...
in game
In the third world, Bronya saw a different Welt Yang.
The first Herrscher, who had once fought for humanity, now seemed 'Crazy'. He declared that he had annihilated the Schicksal.
He would forever remember that fateful day in 1955. It was a day that held dual significance - it marked the establishment of anti-entropy in Bronya's memory, but in this world, it also signified the downfall of anti-entropy.
Yang articulated each word with an intensity that was hard to ignore. He listed the names of his former allies: Joyce, Einstein, Tesla…
They were mercilessly slaughtered right before his eyes, and he could do nothing but flee in a state of helpless shame.
With a mix of anger and sorrow, Yang declared, "Strength, Anti-entropy, ideals—upon inheriting Welt's name, I inherited all that he was."
"But… beneath this name, there is nothing that truly belongs to me. I am merely a puppet, living in the shadow of a man who has been dead for years."
He was ensnared by his hatred and expressed his resistance with all the strength he could muster.
"From your gaze, all Bronya can discern is fear and cowardice," she declared.
In response to Walter's defiant roar about his strength, Bronya calmly retorted:
"You are not strong in the least. Bronya has encountered individuals far stronger than you."
"Even when faced with calamity, she confronts it with bravery."
"Even if despair obscures the sun, she battles it with sheer determination."
"She is merely a mortal. Bronya is aware of her doubts, her confusion, and the pain and sorrow she has endured on her journey."
Her voice carried a hint of sadness, but it was overshadowed by a sense of pride.
"But Bronya also knows that regardless of the length of the journey, she will continue to uphold her responsibilities that she take."
"She is still the hero who protects hope!"
In Bronya's words, Welt on the opposite side became more and more panicked, and then he roared and attacked.
At this moment, the Star of Eden acknowledged Bronya, and she overpowered Welt using the zero-rated power. The world was then enveloped in a brilliant white light, signifying yet another victory for Bronya.
...
"Indeed! Everyone seems to be fond of Eden," Elysia remarked, her tone laced with playful mischief.
"Alright, Ellie, enough with the teasing," Eden responded, a note of helplessness in her voice. She glanced at the screen, unsure of how to interpret what she was seeing.
It felt peculiar, as if the Star of Eden was in someone else's possession, and the idea of battling for it seemed absurd!
She took a leisurely sip of her tea, shaking her head in an attempt to dispel the odd thought.
"Sister Eden is truly endearing!" Pardo chimed in from her side. The restlessness of the cat was starting to get to her. She tried to soothe Can's agitation while suppressing her own urge to go outside.
"But, Sister Ellie, can't we go out and have some fun? I feel like all this has little to do with us!" Pardo proposed.
"Don't belittle yourself, little Pardo; you are also very strong." Elysia said lightly, "And, more importantly, this is a gathering of thirteen heroes!"
"Besides, didn't you notice that Kalpas remained silent and simply observed everything quietly?"
As Elysia spoke, she sensed something amiss. The thoughts of everyone present seemed to converge, and their gazes instinctively shifted towards the masked figure seated on the sofa.
He was still looking at the screen motionlessly, like a sculpture.
"Kalpas?" Elysia inquired, her head tilting to the side in curiosity.
There was no response from Kalpas.
Upon closer inspection, Elysia realized that Kalpas appeared to be asleep. As she observed him, his eyes suddenly flickered open.
Their gazes locked, creating a somewhat awkward atmosphere.
Elysia instinctively stepped back, her hand patting her chest as she exclaimed in surprise, "Oh! Kalpas, when did you doze off? You gave me quite a fright."
"While descending the stairs," Kalpas replied in a monotone.
"But that was just the beginning!" Elysia protested.
"Does it matter?" Kalpas said, staring at the pink-haired woman in front of him, "And just after listening to your words, I knew that it must be something I am not interested in."
"Just call me again after the battle." He closed his eyes slightly.
"Hey, brother kalpas, why are you so sleepy?" Pardo asked in a low voice.
"Our bodies from the past were not designed to adapt to the physical conditions of ordinary individuals today. For instance, based on my assessment yesterday, I should have been able to complete the experiment even if it required staying awake all night. But now, I find myself succumbing to sleepiness," Vill-V elaborated. As for Kalpas? She recalled that Elysia had borrowed a binocular from her the previous day to observe the battle between Kalpas and Luo Mo.
What's so captivating about a scene where both parties losses? Honestly, I even brought out my new binocular for a closer look.
It doesn't take a genius to figure out that Kalpas's current body is not conditioned for combat, and it seems the side effect are now surfacing, right?
...
"Huh?" Kiana's brows furrowed in confusion as she watched the Main story plot. "Who is the person Bronya is referring to? Could it be Teacher Himeko?"
Bronya's forehead creased slightly in response. She had been apprehensive that Kiana, sitting next to her, would start boasting herself. However, to her surprise, Kiana was oblivious to the fact that she was the subject of the conversation.
"Regardless, Kiana, you're not foolish!" Bronya asserted.
"I'm aware of that; I'm just surprised to hear you compliment me!" Kiana retorted, one hand resting on her hip, a proud smile playing on her lips, confident that she wouldn't be tricked by Bronya.
"Indeed! Kiana is quite intelligent!!" Luo Mo nodded earnestly, reaching out to pat Kiana's head in a gesture of approval.
However, Kiana avoid Luo Mo gesture. She shook her twin braids and shot a glare at her boss, Luo Mo.
Meanwhile, Seele, who had been attentively observing the entire plot from behind, voiced her confusion,
"But… isn't Sister Kiana the one Sister Bronya praised? Their experiences seem strikingly similar..."
She scratched her cheek thoughtfully, her gaze shifting to the puzzled expressions on everyone's faces.
"... What's wrong with what I said?"
Luo Mo averted his gaze and whispered. Bronya, on the other hand, appeared slightly embarrassed. She quickly covered Seele's mouth, urging her to stop talking.
Kiana stood there, rooted to the spot, her mind racing as she tried to process the recent events in the game.
Her past interactions with Bronya, marked by Bronya's sharp tongue, coupled with the stark contrast between her in-game persona and her current self, had led Kiana to never associate Bronya's words of praise with herself.
She pointed at herself, her eyes wide with surprise, her lips moving but no sound escaping.
Suddenly, she remembered the dismissive attitude they had shown her earlier and how Luo Mo had commended her for her intelligence.
She pointed at the people opposite her, her lips trembling slightly in confusion. Her gaze then shifted to Mei, who was nearby, her eyes pleading for assistance.
"Meiiii…!" She lunged into Mei's arms.
"Alright, alright." Mei wrapped her arms around Kiana, offering her comfort. She had actually intended to enlighten Kiana earlier, but Kiana had responded too quick.
"Did I say something wrong?" Seele spoke cautiously.
"No, Seele is not wrong!" Bronya's voice was decisive.
"Mei, look at them!" Kiana pointed at a few people and said it aggrievedly.
"Alright, Kiana, isn't it a good thing that Bronya is complimenting you? This doesn't happen often," Mei consoled her, affectionately patting the white-haired girl's head.
"Yes, indeed. Little dwarf, do you hold me in high regard in your heart?" Kiana pondered for a moment before realizing that this could indeed be the case.
"And you're too shy to admit it to my face. You only express it when I'm not around!" Kiana's confidence grew with each word she spoke, as if she had uncovered a hidden truth.
"Haha, even if Bronya does admire you, she admires the Kiana in the game, not you. So, what's the point?"
Kiana's spirits plummeted once again!
She sought solace in Mei's arms, craving the comfort she offered.
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