Herta Thinks It's Time for a 404.

"... To give a somewhat inaccurate analogy, if you hand over Herrscher to Ruan Mei, Ruan Mei might give you a Herrscher covered in mushrooms with three heads and six arms in return. But if you hand it over to me, I can give you a Herrscher wearing mechanical armor."

It is indeed an inaccurate analogy based on stereotypes.

But it is indeed possible.

In preparation for the upcoming great battle, Kiana and the rest of the main cast definitely need to be strengthened.

There's no reason why the protagonists with the highest potential should be sidelined if they do nothing.

Furthermore, Liu Bai also plans to find a time to distribute the remaining Herrscher Authority.

As the "Honkai Prince," Liu Bai, whose powers have not yet appeared in the world, can be directly distributed.

In fact, worldly power must be obtained at the core before it can be redistributed.

However, Liu Bai could understand that if it were a villainous route, the ability to redistribute resources at will would prevent the human side from ever obtaining the core.

The current assignable conditions are as follows:

[Can be directly bestowed upon the following Herrscher: Herrscher of Ice, Herrscher of Earth, Herrscher of Binding]

[Medium-Granting Herrscher: Herrscher of Thunder (Gem of Conquest), Herrscher of Wind (Gem of Yearning), Herrscher of Death (Gem of Tranquility), Herrscher of Flame (Gem of Haste), Herrscher of Corruption (Seal of Narukami)]

[Currently existing Herrscher: Herrscher of Reason (detached) (Welt Joyce), Herrscher of the Void (detached) (Kiana / Sirin), Herrscher of Dominion (The Mob), Herrscher of Thunder (Bella)]

Liu Bai is preparing to give Rita the powers of the Herrscher of Ice.

Rita is stronger than Anna in both temperament and strength.

The Herrscher of Earth... Liu Bai is currently preparing to give it to Eden.

After all, Eden is a woman with superhuman strength, and according to the original story's use of the God Keys, Eden has a very high degree of compatibility with gravity—in fact, Liu Bai's check showed that the compatibility was also very high.

The biggest problem is actually the constraints.

This mechanism is strange; no one seems to be able to assign it to anyone.

This monster's mechanism, which can nullify Honkai energy and suppress other energies, is incredibly overpowered.

The reason why the fusion warriors were routed and Chijie was nearly killed was not just because the Honkai energy was suppressed—bioelectric fields are also a form of energy.

Not to mention electrical energy or internal energy.

Once you've grown stronger, the only solution is to finish off your opponent with a single, devastating blow before the energy of your attack is suppressed.

... However, to be fair, this is actually the one that is least urgent.

Because cracking this mechanism requires a "super-powerful strike," which they don't lack at all...

... If Liu Bai is willing to risk losing his true nature, he can actually use it himself.

This item is a perfect accessory for Liu Bai — Liu Bai has almost never used any special effects.

This kind of suppressive effect accessory, combined with Liu Bai's future growth potential, will be terrifying.

The problem lies in the risk.

If others crash and burn, Liu Bai can usually save them by using his amazing little gadgets.

I messed up... The Herrscher consciousness replaced me and took over my Remembrance, that's fucking hilarious.

(... the risks and rewards do not seem to be commensurate.)

Acheron, Feixiao, Illusion Moon Long flashed through Liu Bai's mind.

Let's take our time and find a suitable candidate.

404

Chapter 404 The Herta decides it needs a 404 (deleted) error.

"Well, have you made up your mind?"

Herta was clearly very patient with Liu Bai's contemplation.

Despite possessing the typical arrogance and willfulness of a genius, the Herta is not lacking in humanity.

"Write a guarantee, and I'll agree to this."

Liu Bai snapped out of his thoughts and made his request.

"Ha... you really do like cheap things."

"Isn't a guarantee of genius a bit too cheap?"

"Snort..."

Herta emitted a nasal sound that was hard to decipher, whether it was one of comfort or dissatisfaction.

"No problem, it's just a guarantee. I'm not going to lie to you anyway. As long as the person is here, I'll write it."

(... Ms. Herta is acting way too easily fooled.)

As Asta gradually regained her composure, she internally complained.

However, for most people, the real challenge is getting the Herta to treat them as a person, not as air.

"Okay, then bring the person over as soon as possible, don't waste my time."

Herta's tone truly lacked any emotional intelligence whatsoever.

... But the doll is indeed very cute.

"Ah, Herta, I have a question for you."

"Ask."

"When you're online... is it because you're sharing your senses with the doll?"

"That's true in theory, but in reality, dolls are rather slow to perceive certain things... Wait, why are you asking this?"

After Herta finished explaining subconsciously, he suddenly realized that Liu Bai's words had a hidden meaning, and that his real intention was not what he meant.

"... If you keep thinking strange things, I'll tell Ruan Mei that she needs to keep an eye on her man."

To be honest, Herta has never met anyone like Liu Bai who seems more interested in her as a person than in her talents.

—Isn't this person's focus a bit strange?

Liu Bai curled his lip in disdain at the threat from the Herta.

Ruan Mei? He will surely defeat her.

"Okay, okay, let's not talk about it then."

Anyway, since the doll is in his hands, he can do whatever he wants with it.

... Of course, Liu Bai wouldn't be so foolish as to actually use the doll as Fiji Cup without permission.

It's only good as a cushion.

"Are there enough resources in the lab?"

"I'll ask you for more if I don't have enough."

In other words, it's enough.

Liu Bai found it hard to imagine just how many Herta had "self-proliferated" inside the pot.

This is not Space Station.

If the Herta were built to the same scale as the Space Station...

... It will probably become "Serenitea Pot Special Supply Cockroaches".

You can find the Herta Puppet lying in wait anywhere... This scene is kind of beautiful.

"Okay, I'm logging off."

Liu Bai's unconventional thinking is the type of person Herta doesn't like to deal with.

—Or rather, they are not good at dealing with things.

"Herta?"

"Hello, hello everyone, have a nice day, goodbye."

A cold, emotionless reply came from the doll's mouth.

"... Logged off so quickly."

"That's how Ms. Herta is."

Asta explained with a wry smile.

Asta was actually a little surprised that Herta would even acknowledge Liu Bai.

However, upon closer reflection, Liu Bai should meet the Herta's criteria for "interesting".

"But I really didn't expect that Ms. Herta would actually give her own doll to you, Boss..."

"This should be handled as a special case."

Herta wanted to stay in his room but didn't want to be disturbed by others. He also had to take care of Liu Bai, his "employer," so he had no choice but to send the doll over.

"That's quite earth-shattering."

Asta sighed.

However, Asta didn't dwell on the matter for long, and instead changed the subject with her ears turning slightly red.

"Boss, were you very busy yesterday?"

"Me? Yesterday? Um... I wasn't really free yesterday."

Liu Bai thought about his schedule yesterday, which was indeed quite tight. "On one hand, there's Ruan Mei, and on the other hand, there are other uninvited guests... But Asta, you seem to be quite busy too."

The uninvited guests Liu Bai referred to were both Furina and Natasha, who later barged in.

"Well..."

Asta was a little embarrassed.

Actually, she wasn't busy at all. Although she went to check on the status of the Anti-Entropy equipment, with a supercomputer available, she didn't really need to exert much effort.

She just wanted to avoid those two troublesome women.

Asta fool could guess that if Ruan Mei and Herta had a conflict, Herta would definitely ask her for help.

... I have absolutely no desire to get involved.

Asta was still quite happy, though.

In other words, Liu Bai didn't intentionally forget his promise to me, right?

"Ahem, um, BOSS, can I put my hand out? I want to give you a surprise."

Asta felt her ears burning—her face was probably already bright red.

"A surprise? Me?"

Liu Bai was somewhat surprised, never expecting that Asta would prepare a surprise for him.

"First, put your hand out."

"...good."

Although somewhat surprised, Liu Bai did not joke around with Asta's expression of "betting the girl's will".

Asta grasped Liu Bai's wrist.

Asta placed Liu Bai's hand under her skirt.

Liu Bai touched it...

"—!?"

"This, this is the surprise."

Asta turned her head away, somewhat afraid to look at Liu Bai's shocked face.

"... Don't misunderstand, it's just, it's just to make up for yesterday!"

Liu Bai really wanted to say that being arrogant didn't suit Asta —especially after making those moves.

Liu Bai remained silent.