All because of Takumi's meddling.
This whole plan was now a disaster.
Damn it all!
Otto's deadly glare was impossible to hide.
"Well, in the end, they're alive again, aren't they?"
"As the saying goes: if you want a happy life, wear a little green on your head."
"You'll get used to it." "Life won't be boring anymore."
Takumi gave Otto a big thumbs-up.
You got this.
Chapter 132: Rush In With a Kick
Takumi, the mastermind behind it all, was thoroughly satisfied. Otto's frustration only brought him more peace of mind.
Seeing things progressing smoothly, Takumi decided not to disturb the reunion any further. He called a few people over and quietly left. His part was nearly done.
Next up was handling Mei's mother's situation. Ohand also Cecilia.
Thinking of that, Takumi turned to look at Tesla. He hadn't noticed when she'd arrived. But she had witnessed him revive Kallen with her own eyes. She was still visibly shaken.
This kind of thing was totally unscientific!!
"Tesla, you can contact Siegfried, right?" "Tell himhis two daughters are with me." "Ask him to bring the Judgment of Shamash."
If he wanted that Divine Key, he had to find Siegfried. Durandal and Kiana exchanged glances but said nothing.
Tesla slowly came back to her senses. "Alright. But... could you tell me how you brought someone back to life?!" "None of this makes sense!" "What even is magic?!"
Tesla was at her wit's end. She felt like tearing out her twin tails and stomping on them. Absolutely unscientific! Could someone please explain how this even worked?
"While it may defy science, it's definitely magic." "In other worlds, magic can often be explained with science." "Some spells are even activated through scientific principles."
Takumi smiled as he spoke, remembering things like particle annihilation and such. That was basically science.
Wasn't quantum physics her forte?
When in doubt, use quantum mechanics. If logic failsblame time travel.
Tesla twitched. She gave up trying to understand. If she went too deep, she might lose her mind.
She pulled out her phone and sent a message. Moments later, she blinked in surprise.
"Siegfried and Raiden Ryoma are already on their way." "They should arrive soon." "No need to look for them."
Apparently, when Mei contacted Ryoma, Siegfried had been with him. They were now heading over together.
After hearing that Mei's group could revive the dead Raiden Ryoma had immediately packed up his wife's relics and set out.
Siegfried, upon learning his real daughter was present He couldn't stay still either.
And so, the two old men traveled together.
Takumi nodded as Tesla updated him. Both old men, huh? Then he'd just wait patiently.
Meanwhile, he turned his gaze toward Otto and Kallen's little drama.
Otto and Yae Sakura were arguing. Neither was willing to back down over Kallen, and tensions ran high.
Kallen watched them both, helpless. These two were acting like children.
But then memories began resurfacing. Her face darkened again.
"Otto, we need to talk about everything you've done all these years."
Her gaze was conflicted as she looked at him.
Yae Sakura stopped talking too. She didn't know what Otto had done. But based on Kallen's toneshe was angry.
Otto fell silent. They locked eyes.
"I don't regret anything I did." "Welcome back, Kallen."
He made no excuses. He didn't deny the sins he committed. But he didn't regret them either.
As long as Kallen was alive againit was all worth it.
His original plan was to create a world with Kallen in it. Even if it meant his own death. That plan had failed. But this result was better.
Even if Kallen never forgave himso be it. He had already prepared for that.
Kallen sighed deeply.
"Then atone for everything you've done." "And I'll stay by your side."
No matter how unforgivable Otto's actions were She'd be there for him.
Otto smiled.
"Alright." To atone for his sins together with Kallen? That wasn't so bad.
If only that damned fox wasn't around. Otto's face darkened again.
Why did Takumi have to go that far? Just thinking about it made his chest ache.
He started arguing with Yae Sakura all over again. Damn fox, you never should've been brought back!
Everyone else watched, thoroughly entertained.
Soon after, Raiden Ryoma and Siegfried arrived.
"Mei!" "Kiana!"
The moment they stepped in, both men called out for their daughters.
Mei and Kiana immediately turned to them. Durandal also glanced over.
When she saw Siegfried, her eyes filled with complicated emotions.
The next moment, Kiana pulled Durandal along and ran forward.
"Stupid old mantake this!"
Kiana delivered a flying kick straight to Siegfried. She was fed up with this useless father.
Durandal watched awkwardly, unsure what to do.
After that glorious kick, Kiana grabbed Siegfried by the collar and started questioning him.
To his surprise, the questions were all about Durandal.
And about herself.
Durandal... was Kiana?
The revelation stunned Siegfried.
So the real Kiana had been here all along?
He looked at Durandal, overwhelmed.
"Dad!"
That one word jolted Siegfried to his core.
He stood up with excitement and rushed forward.
Takumi watched the reunion, then turned to Bronya.
"Should I summon the homeland drama queenCocolia?"
Bronya's face immediately darkened.
"No!" "I don't even know this world's Cocolia." "And the other Bronya probably doesn't want to see her either." "If you're going to summon someone, bring Seele instead."
Bronya couldn't help but complain. Did Takumi have some weird hobby? He was always pulling stunts like this. Totally exasperating!
"Seele, huh... Maybe later." "If you stay, you'll definitely meet her." "If not, then you'll have to wait till next time."
Bronya was leaving soon. So she wouldn't have much time to see Seele.
Next time, then.
Chapter 133: The Combined Power of All Herrschers, Past and Present
Bronya figured she'd probably come back again someday. Even if she didn't, she could always ask Mei to send her some photos of Seele. Not a big deal.
And if she earned enough points later, she could even bring Seele from her world over.
Takumi didn't press her further after hearing that. Fineshe wasn't staying overnight anyway.
Meanwhile, Durandal and Siegfried had finally reunited. The scene was quite heartwarming.
Durandal, unlike Kiana, wasn't the type to beat someone up on sight. Even if she really wanted to she was afraid one punch would obliterate her old man.
"Fathers-in-law!" "Let's get down to business."
Takumi stepped forward without hesitation.
The moment he said that, Siegfried and Raiden Ryoma glared at him with deadly intent.
"What did you just call us?!"
Fathers-in-law? How dare he!
"Takumi, quit messing around!" "Let's begin." "Let's bring Mom back first."
Mei quickly shut him up before her dad really started throwing punches. She also looked a bit flustered.
You can't just throw words like that around!
Siegfried and Ryoma both paused when they heard what Mei said.
So this guy was the one reviving people?
...Well, fine. They'd let it slide for now. Once their wives were back, then they'd decide what to do with him.
Takumi shrugged and got to work. He asked Ryoma to bring out the items.
He also borrowed the Genesis Key again. Might as well resurrect both mothers at once.
It was no trouble for him.
The Abyss Flower contained Cecilia's DNA sequence. Reviving her was relatively straightforward.
Ryoma had brought a simple hairpinsomething that belonged to Mei's mother.
This summoning ritual wasn't so different from Edo Tensei in Naruto, really.
With everything in hand, Takumi began.
Everyone else kept their distance.
Last time, Takumi accidentally summoned Yae Sakura. No one knew if he did it on purpose or not.
But this time, no one was taking any chances.
Who knew if some item they were carrying might randomly summon another relative?
Things were chaotic enough already.
Thankfully, nothing unexpected happened.
Takumi successfully summoned the souls of Mei's mom and Cecilia. He then created new bodies for them.
Tesla watched the whole process with wide eyes.
So souls did exist?!
She pulled out her instruments and started scanning.
But she found nothing abnormal. Maybe her gear wasn't sensitive enough?
Regardless, it was a new research topic.
Takumi shaped new bodies for them based on their souls. Once the revival was complete, Mei, Kiana, and Durandal rushed over.
Seeing Cecilia again, the slumbering Will of Sirin inside Kiana was triggered.
Honkai energy surged violently. One of Kiana's eyes turned golden.
Of course, Kiana herself was completely unaware.
Takumi, however, noticed it immediately.
He stroked his chin.
The issue of Sirin had to be addressed eventually.
If Sirin came back, she'd definitely go straight for Otto.
His eyes gleamed.
Another way to mess with Otto? Excellent.
Even if they had a deal, nothing said he couldn't still make Otto miserable.
Takumi grinned quietly, his plan forming.
Families were reuniting left and right. The atmosphere was warm and peaceful.
Well, except for Cecilia.
Once she heard about Kiana and Durandal, she looked at Siegfried with thinly veiled fury.
"This is how you raise daughters?!"
No doubt about itshe was pissed.
Siegfried, under the glare of his resurrected wife, immediately caved. He panicked.
Takumi seized the moment.
"Well then. Since everything's done" "Mr. Siegfried, may I borrow the Judgment of Shamash?" "This is my reward, after all."
Time to settle accounts.
Siegfried let out a breath of relief. Finally, a distraction.
"Here."
Without hesitation, he handed the Divine Key to Takumi.
It was just a loan anyway. Even if Takumi had asked to keep it, Siegfried probably would've said yes.
Takumi had helped him immensely.
Not only was his wife back, but he had found his real daughter.
His family was whole again.
How could he not be grateful?
Takumi examined the Judgment of Shamash. He spun it in his hands a few times.
Then
The dual pistols transformed into the form of Apocalypse.
"Judgment of Shamash, unsheathed!" "Time for an ultra epic attack!"
Takumi gave Kevin's weapon a silent thumbs-up.
Siegfried twitched.
"Don't you dare use it here!!" "You'll blow us all to hell!!"
Seriously, the audacity of this kid.
Takumi chuckled.
He didn't tease Siegfried any further.
Instead, he began the duplication process.
And even added some improvements.
His materials were superior. He could even make this weapon stronger than the original.
Inserting a core? Please.
Takumi planned to embed a portion of his own authority into the weapon.
A true personal weapon.
Even though he didn't really need one He just thought it looked cool.
What's the point of collecting so many Divine Keys and artifacts if you didn't forge something awesome for yourself?
Power didn't matter. As long as it looked good.
He quickly finalized the idea.
As soon as he got back, he'd start working on it.
Once he finished copying the Judgment of Shamash, he returned it to Siegfried.
Takumi now had copies of nearly all the Divine Keys.
Only Raven's Seven Thunders of Retribution remained.
As for the Blank Key? He'd copy it later before leaving.
This whole trip had been incredibly fruitful.
Also, both Anti-Entropy and Schicksal's databases Takumi had secretly copied them all.
So many technologies.
Many of this world's research institutions too.
If Takumi had started his life with all this knowledge, he would have been terrifying.
The total sum of all Herrscher powers From the previous civilization and this one.
Chapter 134: Whats Going On? Are You Two Synced or Something?
Takumi and Bronya decided to stay in St. Freya for a while longer.
Otto, on the other hand, left with Kallen. Yae Sakura followed right behind, clearly not planning to leave.
Their rivalry would likely become interesting.
As for Rita, she was sent back to handle matters within Schicksal. Otto had no further interest in running the organization. He planned to leave everything to Theresa and spend his time traveling the world with Kallen.
Raiden Ryoma also returned home with his wife. But Mei stayed behindbecause Takumi was still here.
As the sun began to set, Bronya prepared to leave.
"I'll head back now." "You stay and finish what you're working on."
She had been here quite a while. Any longer and people might get worried.
Takumi nodded. "Alright, take care." "This visit was a bit sudden." "Next time, let's make it a proper trip."
Bronya didn't mind. Before leaving, she glanced at Durandal.
Durandal looked at her and offered: "Let him help you bring Seele over next time." "He has the means and power." "And make good use of your strength." "Drink more milk."
She began to lecture her younger self.
She knew herself best.
More milk.
Hearing that, Bronya glanced at Durandal's enhanced physique. Could she really get there too?
To be honest, when she first saw Durandal, she didn't quite believe it. But her intuition told her: this was indeed her future self.
Which also meant in the future, she'd betrayed her beliefs.
She felt ashamed. Yet she couldn't stop the corners of her lips from curling up.
Harder to suppress than an AK.
The thought of becoming that strong (and stacked) made her ridiculously happy.
Durandal noticed Bronya's sly smile and understood immediately.
Of course she knew what she was thinking. After all, it was her.
After a few more reminders, Durandal left.
Once she was gone, Himeko from the Star Rail universe also said her goodbyes.
"I'm leaving too." "If there's another chance, I'll visit again." "Or, if Takumi, you find this world's coordinate bubble, let me know." "I'll bring the whole train crew next time."
Himeko smiled warmly. She'd made a lot of friends today. And successfully delivered Welt Yang's letter.
Hearing that Himeko was leaving, everyone turned to her. Tesla quickly handed over two letters.
"Please deliver these to the future Welt!" "One from me and one from Dr. Watt Yang."
It was only fairletters sent, letters returned. They had prepared them in advance, just in case.
"Got it. I'll deliver them." "Well then, see you all." "Other meuntil next time!"
