"My Lord!"
"Seele!!"
"Kevin!"
Three voices rang out at once. Upon hearing the voices, Kevin and Seele halted instantly.
"Gray Serpent, Hua?"
"Sister Bronya!!"
Kevin looked toward the source of the voice in surprise, while Seele's face lit up with joy. She instantly switched into her white persona and ran toward Bronya. The two sisters embraced each other tightly.
"This is great!!"
"Seele!!"
Bronya was overjoyed beyond words. Seele had finally returned.
While the sisters were celebrating their reunion, Kevin remained bewildered. What exactly was going on here? Why were there so many Herrschers around? Had the World Serpent been invaded by Herrschers?
Kevin was shocked!
"Want some noodles?"
Seeing Kevin's stunned expression, Takumi suddenly pulled out a bowl of ramen and handed it over.
"Thanks... wait! Who are you??"
Kevin instinctively accepted the noodles but immediately grew cautious. Somehow, Takumi had silently appeared right next to him.
Such terrifying power!!
Kevin was stunned.
"Well~ I'm Takumi, the core of the Honkai from another world," he said casually.
"And I came here at the invitation of the Herrscher of Thunder. You don't have to worryHerrschers in this world all possess humanity."
"Just like Elysia, they fight for mankind."
With a shrug, Takumi quietly put the bowl of noodles away. What a shamethey wouldn't get to see Kevin slurping noodles.
"Kevin, there's no need to be so tense."
"The current situation is far better than you might imagine."
At this moment, Fu Hua also spoke up.
Hearing her, Kevin frowned and scanned the crowd, especially Little Shiki. Seeing her eager expression to fight, Kevin grew even more confused.
And the Herrscher of the Void... was she revived?
This situation left Kevin completely dazed.
"Hua, what's going on?"
Kevin looked toward the Herrscher of Knowledge. Why did this Herrscher resemble Hua so much?
"Hua could never become a Herrscher," Takumi said cheerfully. "But a Herrscher can become Hua!"
Raising an eyebrow at the remark, Kevin felt the situation was complicated.
Fu Hua also wore a complex expression as she glanced at Little Shiki.
"What?! Is there a problem?!"
Little Shiki was visibly irritated, clenching her fists. She looked ready to hit someone, but Fu Hua ignored her.
Then, Fu Hua started explaining everything to Kevin.
After listening, Kevin was stunned.
Was that even possible?
"So you're saying, the current Herrschers are all controllable?"
His gaze swept across the assembled Herrschers. When his eyes landed on Mei, he paused for a few secondsthen on Himeko. Among them, only Himeko wasn't a Herrscher.
Her familiar face reminded Kevin of old friends. But his expression remained unreadable.
"More or less," Takumi said.
"Besides, whether the Finality will descend upon your world is still uncertain."
"And if it does, the candidates would be one of those two."
He looked over at Kiana and Sirin.
Sirin was still alive, so if Finality did come, it would most likely fall on her.
Then again, who knew if any more Herrschers would even emerge in the future?
When the time came, Takumi would take a look.
Hearing this, Kevin furrowed his brows. So, Finality might not come? And if it did, it would be through one of them?
Kevin nodded thoughtfully. If there was no immediate threat, he could afford to lower his hostility.
"Alright, now that you're up to speed"
"Let's get back to our task. I'm heading to the Elysian Realm."
Takumi said without hesitation.
Hearing that, Gray Serpent nodded and glanced at Kevin.
Kevin remained silent.
Was Takumi planning to bring these Herrschers to see Elysia?
Why would he do that?
That was what puzzled Kevin the most.
So he decided to follow along.
The group, led by Gray Serpent, entered the World Serpent's inner sanctum. At the gate, many members were already gathered. They had seen what had happened outside.
Upon Kevin's return, the members of the World Serpent began shouting their Lord's name.
The scene left the others quite amazed.
"You really are something, Kevin!"
"How did you manage this?"
Little Shiki was very curious.
If a group of people shouted, 'Long live the Herrscher of Knowledge, milady!' she'd be thrilled, too.
She wanted to learn from Kevin.
Kevin looked at her coldly.
He had no idea.
Who knew how Gray Serpent had brainwashed them?
Seeing Kevin's expressionless face, Little Shiki pouted. Forget it. As expected, Kevin was just as boring as ever!
She didn't press further but instead looked around with curiosity.
Meanwhile, Takumi had already gone over to Raven and taken her weapon, Judgment of Shamash.
Raven didn't even dare to get angry. She could only watch nervously, afraid he'd damage the Divine Key.
This was the guy who pulled Kevin straight back from the gate, after all.
She couldn't afford to cross him.
So she just silently watched Takumi at work.
Takumi took Judgment of Shamash, swiftly duplicated it, and returned it to Raven.
"All done! Here you go."
However, the gun had turned into a slingshot by the time it reached her hands.
Raven didn't even react. She was already used to Takumi's antics.
A spoiled noble, what could she do?
Raven didn't ask what Takumi had done to her weapon, simply accompanying him and the group deeper into the World Serpent's base. Eventually, under Gray Serpent's lead, they headed toward the Elysian Realm.
Takumi walked beside Mei. As they entered, he couldn't help but say to her:
"Once we're in, just shout loudly, 'Answer me, Elysia!'"
"Let's see if she shows up."
The corridor was silent, so Takumi's voice echoed loudly.
Kevin and the others twitched at his suggestion.
What kind of behavior was that?
Mei blushed furiously.
"No way I'm doing something that weird!!"
No way.
She'd die of embarrassment!
What did in-game behavior have to do with her?
There was no way she'd shout that.
If she did, she'd socially die right then and there.
"You again! What weird thing are you trying to make Mei do this time?"
Kiana glared at Takumi.
Takumi simply shrugged.
"I just want Mei to experience fate. What evil thoughts could I possibly have?"
Right, Mei-san?
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Mei twitched at the corner of her mouth. She had lost all desire to continue talking to Takumi.
Destiny? That kind of destiny could just stay away. She definitely wasn't going to shout anything.
"Tch~! Judging by Mei's reaction, you're obviously up to no good!"
Mei was convinced Takumi had nothing but mischief on his mind.
"Since Mei won't do it then how about Kiana?" "Just shout, 'Mobius, you've gained weight!' real loud!"
Takumi looked eager to see the chaos unfold.
Kevin, Gray Serpent, and Hua all glanced sideways at Takumi. Was he seriously trying to get Kiana sent straight to Mobius's operating table?
"Don't you dare!!"
Mei jumped at the idea, fully aware from "that series" what would happen if Kiana actually said such a thing.
Oh boyKiana would be doomed.
"I'm not doing it!! That sounds way too dangerous!!"
Kiana's danger sense flared instantly. Mobius? Elysia? Yeah, those were dangerous names. Her insect instincts screamed: these were people not to mess with! (Serious face)
...
People these days were so hard to fool. Takumi sighed.
Well, whatever. He wasn't going to press it further. Then, looking at Mei beside him, a thought struck him.
Mei noticed his gaze and tilted her head. "What is it?"
Takumi's expression was peculiar.
"The Herrscher of Corruption... I thought you'd dealt with her already." "To think she hid this well."
Takumi placed his hand on Mei's shoulder.
Just as she was about to speak, he made a slight movementlike crushing a bug. Effortlessly, he destroyed the presence clinging to her.
A core appeared in his hand.
Everyone was dumbfounded.
"Another Herrscher?" "Corruption?!" "What the hell?!" "Terrifying!"
Takumi removed his hand, looked at the core, then stored it away. A trophy. He wasn't giving it to anyone else.
"Can't deny itCorruption's stealth is frightening." "I'll have to talk to Prometheus about it someday." "And Seele, she has potential too." "Might as well let her become a Herrscher." "Then we'd have a full Herrscher set."
Even if Takumi stopped playing Honkai later, he remembered Seele would eventually become one.
Seele, standing by Bronya, blinked. Become a Herrscher? Like Bronya? Well... maybe that wasn't so bad.
Kevin silently studied Takumi. This guy knew too much. He even knew Prometheus?
A visitor from another world Maybe this era could finally resolve the Honkai crisis.
"I really thought it hadn't possessed me" Mei was visibly annoyed. She had checked herself thoroughly after learning Corruption would follow her into the Elysian Realm.
But clearly, she lacked the ability to detect it. Takumi had noticed it only on a whim.
Truly, the Herrscher of Corruption was terrifying.
With that small detour resolved, the group finally arrived at the Elysian Realm's gate. Beyond this door was the inside.
"Honestly, they should've called it the Pure Land of Bliss." "And made everyone dance butterfly steps or something."
Takumi began nitpicking the name as he walked straight in.
Behind the door lay a vast, empty room. This was the heart of the Elysian Realm.
As for Takumi's rambling, everyone just ignored it.
Mei had slowly grown used to him saying weird things.
"Ms. Elysia! Your delivery's here!" Takumi shouted as soon as he stepped in.
Everyone blinked in confusion.
But a moment later, a cheerful voice responded: "Coming~! Where's the delivery?"
Soon, a pink-haired beauty appeared before them. Her wavy hair was tied in a side ponytail with neat bangs. She had fairy-like ears and a stunningly beautiful face.
God had clearly poured every ounce of cuteness into her.
It was Elysia! Her eyes sparkled with excitement.
"Here you goyour delivery~!"
Takumi, equally delighted, pulled out a cold bottle of milk tea from who knows where and handed it to her.
Elysia froze for a moment. "Eh? This is real~?"
"Thank you, handsome sir! You get a perfect score from this beautiful girl~!"
She was absolutely thrilled. Milk tea delivery? Today was amazing.
Then she turned her gaze to Takumi, sensing the power radiating from him. A brief pausethen her joy only deepened.
Her gaze swept over the rest.
"Oh~ Kevin! And two Hua?!" "Wait, Belobog? No, you're not Belobog." "Another beauty just like Mei?" "Waa~ So many beautiful girls!"
Her delight grew as she darted forward to greet everyone.
"Hello, I'm Elysia, a bashful beauty blooming like a flower~!" "May I ask for your names?" "What a lovely day! So many guests in the Elysian Realm~!"
Her beaming smile was infectious.
She could already feel itmost of them were Herrschers. But they had humanity within them.
It was wonderful.
"Hello! I'm Raiden Mei, the Herrscher of Thunder."
Mei introduced herself calmly, also revealing her title.
"I'm Kiana Kaslana, currently the Herrscher of Flamescion?" "I'm Bronya, the Herrscher of Reason." "Hmph. I'm Sirin, the Herrscher of the Void!" "I'm Himekonot a Herrscher." "I'm Seele. Hello, beautiful one. Pleased to meet you!"
...
Everyone kindly introduced themselves to Elysia. Even Sirin, despite her tsundere attitude, gave her name.
As they spoke, Elysia's smile grew ever brighter.
Meanwhile, the rest of the Flame Chasers began to gather as well.
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"Unbelievable... So many Herrschers gathered here?" "Looks like you really pulled it off, Elysia."
A calm, melodious voice echoed as a woman with dark red hair and golden eyes slowly stepped forward. Her voice carried a gentle and mature airthis was Eden, the one who bore the Sigil of 'Gold.'
Following behind her was a beautiful girl who resembled Yae Sakura closely. She too was named Sakura, the bearer of the 'Moment' Sigil.
Next came Kosma with the 'Daybreak' Sigil, Hua with the 'Vicissitude' Sigil, Kevin with the 'Deliverance' Sigil, and Su with the 'Wisdom' Sigil.
The Thirteen Flame-Chasers had all gathered.
Those who had arrived at the Elysian Realm were taken aback by the sight. When the Kevin and Hua from within the Elysian Realm saw their counterparts, they immediately merged into one being, sharing all that had transpired within the realm. Though they would still leave behind a presence if they left, now that there were two of them, fusion was natural.
"Remarkable, truly." "Elysia, looks like your plan was a success." "But this gentleman here... You seem rather dangerous." "You possess the powers of many Herrschers, don't you?" "Would you let me study youjust a little?"
Mobius's gaze swept across the group, ultimately settling on Takumi. Of everyone present, she was most intrigued by him. The Honkai energy he radiated was intensealmost overwhelming.
The Elysian Realm, aside from being their resting place, also served as an immense diagnostic instrument. Thanks to this, Mobius could clearly read Takumi's condition.
"There's nothing to study." "Aside from a few missing abilities, I've got all the Herrscher powers you've ever encountered." "You've already researched this, haven't you?" "And frankly, I have no intention of ending up on your operating table." "If anyone's getting dissected, it's Himeko."
With that, Takumi promptly pushed Himeko forward.
Himeko blinked, confused.
Mobius raised an eyebrow and glanced at the woman who looked strikingly like Belobog's Himeko.
"Let's perform a hyper-evolution surgery on her." "She's a stubborn onea woman willing to sacrifice herself for her students surely has the willpower to survive it."
Takumi didn't bother with further explanation. He simply told Mobius to operate on Himeko.
"I'm happy to do it," Mobius grinned. "But are you sure you don't want me to examine you? You're far more fascinating."
Takumi rolled his eyes.
"I refuse." "But if you're interested, why not come with me? I'll take you out of this world."
The Flame-Chasers all turned toward him, eyes sharp. Even Kevin was surprised.
So this had been Takumi's goal all along?
"A different bubble universe? You want to take me with you?" Mobius tilted her head.
"Not a bubble universe," Takumi clarified. "A world outside the Tree." "I'm here specifically to recruit top scientistslike you, Vil-V, or even Elysia." "I'm also a part of Honkai, but different from the one in your world."
