Valkyrie Shards (cont.)

If it weren't Otto who used Feathered Dust, or if it were at a different time, Lin Yu probably wouldn't be so worried.

But the problem now is that this is Otto from 2014.

First of all, it must be acknowledged that Otto is among the most intelligent people of this era, and such a person using Feathered Dust is definitely more difficult to deal with than an ordinary person using Feathered Dust.

Moreover, Otto has now experienced the Muryotousuke incident in 2005.

In 2005, Otto had already hypnotized Muryotousuke using the Simulated Feathered Dust.

However, even though Muryotousuke was on the verge of death, he still managed to resist the power of Feathered Dust with the help of Mint Candy, an elite member of the alien ally, the Shoggoth, and told Otto a lie.

After that, Otto confirmed that Muryotousuke had indeed lied after being poisoned by the Feathered Dust.

Knowing that the Feathered Dust would fail, how could Otto have so readily believed what those who were "affected" said afterward?

Only if Lin Yu's words are logical will Otto think, 'Ah, this kid can't resist the power of Feathered Dust.'

From now on, Lin Yu must use logical language to weave a lie that can fool Otto.

To be honest, this is extremely difficult.

If it weren't for his intelligence advantage, with his limited IQ, he would have been exposed in front of Otto in no time.

[Hey, a lie? Thinking back to your own thoughts just now, you suddenly find them a little ridiculous.]

Lies are something only the weak need. If you're strong enough, you can easily defeat Otto and destroy his Soul Steel Body...

Stop right there.

If possible, I hope you will stop talking. I really can't do this, and I don't even want to think about it.

[Oh, so you actually thought about what this system mentioned before...]

No, not at all!

[Host, this system has truly misjudged you.]

Oh well, I'm too lazy to say anything more.

But to be honest, there's one thing you're absolutely right about.

The saying "lies are the weapon of the weak" is indeed true.

If I were strong enough, I wouldn't need to bother with the troublesome task of trying to fool Otto.

Yes, so what are you planning to do?

If I were to enter a lottery right now, could I get an item that would allow me to instantly defeat Otto without having to think about anything?

Forget it, I know it's impossible.

Even if I get powerful equipment, I might not be able to use it effectively.

[This is indeed the case. Whether it's a skill or equipment, even a powerful one, if the user is unfamiliar with how to use it or lacks adaptability, they may be unable to unleash the full potential of the skill or equipment.]

[Regarding this point, this system believes you should already have a firsthand understanding of it.]

Yes, overuse of the Phantasm Lantern Barrier will cause me to disappear completely, and the Mirror Mind is because I wasn't prepared to kill anyone...

Tch, you're right.

Even in games, there are skill proficiency levels and equipment usage requirements and costs.

In reality, skill level and equipment limitations won't disappear; instead, they will become even more realistic.

Just like it is now.

In the original work, when the Phantasm Lantern Barrier is at its strongest, it can create an independent space.

This space is designed to prevent those who possess Voidpower Gem Shard from escaping; as for its size, it is at least the size of a city.

However, Lin Yu, who can only use the Phantasm Lantern Barrier with the abilities attached to the fragments, obviously cannot create such a large independent space like that witch.

However, if we change our approach and reduce the spatial range but increase the density of the Phantasm Lantern Barrier's power, he might be able to do something similar if he understands the principle.

For example...

[Hey, hey, hey, you're going this far!]

Ah, there's nothing I can do about it.

This level of tactic is necessary to fool Otto.

Having already formed an idea, Lin Yu began to cover the area with the Phantasm Lantern Barrier according to his concept.

"My Benefactor, you...!"

"I'm sorry, Miss Miko Maiden."

At this moment, Lin Yu converted the Honkai Energy on the Stigmata into magic power through [Energy Conversion], and then used this magic power to construct a narrow alternate dimension.

"Lend me your power first!"

Lin Yu didn't know whether Yae Sakura's strength as Simulated Herrscher was strong or weak.

However, after spending five hundred years in the Far East, the Honkai Energy accumulated within her Stigmata has far exceeded Lin Yu's imagination.

Thanks to the Honkai Energy accumulated by Yae Sakura, the alternate dimension constructed by Lin Yu is gradually entering a stable state.

Seeing everything the man in front of her did, Ling finally understood—this guy could never be her 'colleague'.

There's no way to restrain that guy with such a bizarre ability!

"Who... who are you?!"

Does that even matter?

After manipulating his power to throw Rin and Yae Sakura into the alternate dimension, Lin Yu looked at the incredibly shocked Rin and said to her with great helplessness.

"Believe me, this is truly for your own good."

"Don't cause trouble. If the fiancé of that Valkyrie from five hundred years ago finds out that the Herrscher who injured his wife is right here, I don't know if I'll live or die—but you'll definitely be tortured to the point of wishing you were dead."

"You...!"

Before she could utter a single word, Rin, who was bound so tightly that only her face was visible, was thrown into another dimension by Lin Yu along with Yae Sakura.

After doing all this, Lin Yu found that his head was starting to throb violently.

Even though Yae Sakura Honkai Energy and Energy Conversion abilities, such an operation still comes at a price.

[That's how it is. If you continue to perform such overload operations when your own strength is insufficient, then this system will have no choice but to start preparing to find the next host.]

Ah, I understand.

But that's not all.

Instead of using the Phantasm Lantern Barrier, I simply convert Honkai Energy control more easily, and then condense that magic into the simplest and most brutal magic bomb.

Before Otto came in, I told Otto that this Stigmata was very unstable. If he really intended to enter the Stigmata Space and it caused a magic power explosion, the two Herrscher in the other dimension would be fine. The only ones who would be in trouble would be Otto and me who entered the other dimension.

Then we'll have to make it look convincing, creating the illusion of Honkai Energy running out of control—if that doesn't work, then I'm out of ideas.

No, this system just feels something's off.

Why do you think Otto would target you to this extent? To him, you're just a pawn he's used to achieve some merit, someone he can continue to exploit and manipulate in the future.

Nonsense, it's better to be safe than sorry.

If he really thinks I'm strange and wants to investigate my background, it wouldn't make sense for me not to reveal my Stigmata. That's how I handle these situations.

If I were to expose my Stigmata without making prior arrangements, what would Otto see? — A Herrscher and his love rival.

He's a smart man!

When it comes to Kallen, his clever soul steel brain works at least thirty times faster than usual!

Seeing Yae Sakura reminds me of Kallen. And if I see a Herrscher after seeing Kallen, do you think Otto will remember that Kallen was tormented by that Herrscher?

Oh, that makes sense.

Then he discovered that the Herrscher was in this Stigmata Space. If he got even slightly excited, what were the chances of him dying?

"... There's no need to be so desperate."

He is still quite rational most of the time.

But Kallen is his weakness.

Sigh, never mind, let's not talk about it anymore.

I feel very dizzy. Before I pass out—System, add some points!

[If possible, please use items normally; this joke is so outdated.]

[Ding! (Special item - Advanced Item Gacha Ticket) has been used. Begin drawing items.]

After the system issued this announcement, Lin Yu immediately saw countless items flash past him.

But in the end, he saw a purple light appear before his eyes.

Oh, a purple item... Hmm, wait a minute.

Then, a burst of golden light suddenly erupted from within the purple light.

This can even be gold-plated?!

Under normal circumstances, there will be no gold plating.

However, special cases should be handled specially.

Within the golden light, Lin Yu saw a fragment.

On the fragment was engraved the name of a woman he had seen, but who should no longer exist in this world.

[Special Item - Valkyrie Fragment - Cecilia Sania (Mutated, Awakening Level 30%)]

[Item Description - This item contains a fragment of the power of Schicksal S-rank Valkyrie 'Cecilia Sania'. Due to special circumstances, this item has mutated.]

[After mutation, this item possesses a portion of 'Cecilia Sania's' soul, and the wielder's abilities will increase based on their level of awakening.]

[Special Ability (Bloodline Burst) - Through fragmented abilities, one can undergo genetic mutation, temporarily transforming the blood within the body into Saniate Holy Blood.]

[Note: Genetic mutation does not increase the amount of blood in the body. Please be mindful of your blood loss when using this ability to avoid excessive blood loss leading to unconsciousness.]

I have a question.

Could there really be something in this fragment...?

Yes, the soul of 'Cecilia Sania' from this world resides within this fragment.

If I remember correctly, she has been dead for fourteen years.

That's right.

What on earth is going on? Although this fragment is indeed very powerful, but—am I possessed by a female ghost??

Possessed by a female ghost? The mere thought of that word sends you into a panic.

[It must be admitted that you possess a stunning beauty that makes men jealous and women infatuated.]

But in your opinion, you shouldn't be able to attract a female ghost so easily.

Although your awkward praise, which didn't quite feel like praise at all, made me a little embarrassed, I think so too.

Is being handsome enough to attract the soul of a dead Valkyrie?

That means Kallen's soul will definitely possess Otto's body... Wait a minute!

If Valkyrie's Table is considered part of the main story's IF route, then Kallen's soul and Yae Sakura's soul are bound together.

Can this connect?

In short, after thinking about various things, you realize that this is how things are.

You approached Siegfried Kaslana and showed him kindness; he is Cecilia Sania's lover.

[You have come into contact with Bianca Durandal Atagina and have a close relationship with her; she is Cecilia Sania's biological daughter.]

[You approached Kiana Kaslana and, in her and others' eyes, risked your life to save her—the poor child Cecilia Sania wanted to save.]

Even as Cecilia was dying, she held her in her arms, truly regarding her as her beloved daughter.

After forming a bond with Cecilia and her family of three, you discover that it's not surprising— Cecilia's soul is drawn to you.

No, I think the key issue is that her two daughters are out there right now.