Thousand-Person Ruler's Personal Opinion

Rita judged Delta's strength by using Durandal as a reference, and both she and Otto found this natural.

"The authority to create and manipulate Ideal Fluid, from forming vacuums or simple oxygen-depleted zones to pushing the atmosphere, earth, and oceans to create world-sweeping natural disasters, are all abilities of the Herrscher of Wind. Delta's true upper limit should be far beyond this."

"But Lord Durandal is also far beyond this. Rita believes that Lord Durandal will definitely bring victory to His Excellency the Bishop, no matter who the opponent is."

Rita said elegantly and confidently, wrapping her arms around Wendy, who was impatiently anxious.

Otto smiled slightly, not refuting.

Only Wendy kept her eyes fixed on the sky, her crystal-clear, deep green eyes flickering with an extremely urgent yet powerless glimmer of tears.

"Delta, please, hurry back..."

Chapter 71: Thanks to Sirin's Script

"Hah!"

Durandal swept out with her spear, heavily blasting Delta, who was within a protective shield, away.

At the same time, fine, invisible blades were already closing in on Durandal.

Durandal knew this attack was impossible to defend against, and before being cut, she pursued Delta, her figure slicing through the sky like light.

The terrifying war that the people on the ground watched as if it were a myth was quite boring for the two participants.

Delta possessed absolute defense and attack power, but unfortunately, she couldn't match Durandal's speed.

Durandal could ignore the strong winds and air pressure, instantly dodge the vacuum zones created by Delta, and even easily evade those bizarre and dangerous Ideal Fluid thread attacks. Durandal rendered these endless attack methods completely ineffective, instead repeatedly forcing her way close to Delta—but unfortunately, she couldn't break through her defenses at all.

The brilliant and spectacular battle imagined by mortals had actually turned into a tedious war of attrition.

Whoever first fell into a disadvantage in terms of Honkai Energy, stamina, and mental state would lose.

However, Delta was a legitimate Herrscher, and Durandal was even more of a monster whose base attributes surpassed those of a Herrscher. There was no sign of an end to the war of attrition between them.

"Boom!!!"

Another earth-shattering collision.

The residual shockwaves of the wind, shattered by Durandal, spread across the land into the distance.

Most of the people in the Oceania branch had become numb from the prolonged observation.

"After so long, has Delta really gone mad and can't sober up?"

"She had such a sharp tongue that could anger people, so someone like that should live a long life..."

"In any case, let's pray for Lord Durandal's victory, otherwise, who can stop a crazed Delta?"

The Valkyries of Oceania whispered amongst themselves. Even half of the troops guarding the Grand Bishop had dispersed to assist the branch in disaster relief and establish facilities to resist these gusts of wind.

They had become somewhat numb.

Mainly, they couldn't see how their own meager strength could play any role in the face of such power, and they had to resign themselves to fate.

Otto, who was confident, also began to get bored. He had already sampled the fusion degree of the Herrscher gem, its power, and its authority, and there was no need to continue watching a special effects blockbuster.

Next, it was time for the main course.

"Order Durandal to force Delta back to her original position."

"...Yes!"

Rita glanced at Otto's back, then at the dejected Wendy in her arms, and suddenly realized something, feeling a bit of apology and guilt.

But in the end, she followed Otto's command.

In the sky, Durandal, having received the order, began to consciously blast Delta towards the direction of the branch.

Fortunately, Delta seemed "unaware" of this, and merely continued to launch various attacks of extremely terrifying scale and destructive power, pursuing Durandal's true form, which was like light and shadow.

"Bang!!!"

After a while, Delta and the protective shield were heavily slammed into the ground, creating a huge crater at the site of the former laboratory.

"Your Excellency the Bishop, Delta has been delivered. Please give your instructions!"

Durandal appeared before Otto amidst a gust of wind, her golden hair flying wildly, and her spear-wielding back was even more beautiful and heroic—this scene made many of the watching Valkyries' hearts flutter, and they couldn't help but spread their legs.

It couldn't be helped, she was too beautiful and too reassuring.

Who could resist the charm of the strongest, invincible golden saint, a "bloody rose" on the battlefield!

Only Wendy ignored this and suddenly broke free from Rita's arm.

"Delta!!"

Wendy screamed and ran towards Delta, her heart in a mess.

She didn't know Delta's current situation, nor did she know what she could do.

Only infinite sorrow drowned her heart.

But no matter what, she had to get to Delta's side, she had to get to Delta's side; this was the only thought in Wendy's mind at this moment.

Then, she was grabbed by the shoulder by Otto with one hand, controlling her movements.

"Your Excellency the Grand Bishop..."

"Delta, I, Otto, Archbishop of Schicksal, am speaking to you now!"

Otto ignored the pitiful expression of the little girl anxiously shedding tears. He merely grabbed Wendy's shoulders and spoke towards the crater below.

At this moment, an unharmed Delta also slowly flew up from beneath the ground, covering her face with one hand. Her golden eyes flickered with unstable, intense emotions, shifting between pain and murderous intent.

"Ah!"

Delta screamed and fired Ideal Fluid threads at Otto, cutting across the ground.

"King! Queen!"

Durandal appeared before Otto, and the two massive mechs accompanying her materialized simultaneously. Then, a massive amount of Honkai Energy converged into her spear, transforming into a dazzling golden torrent.

"Boom!!!"

Even an energy attack comparable to the main cannon of a high-tech warship would have difficulty destroying the Ideal Fluid created by Delta, but with brute force, it was enough to deflect the attack.

After a loud explosion, Durandal stood like an unshakeable pillar, a barrier between Otto and Delta.

Durandal's expression was solemn as she said:

"Delta has not yet regained her consciousness. Please be careful, Archbishop!"

"It's fine. Stand down. Let me try next."

Otto waved his hand casually.

Durandal slowly retreated, standing at Otto's side, ready at any moment.

Otto, holding the bewildered Wendy, took a few steps forward, and then a golden pistol appeared in his hand.

"Delta, listen to me. If you don't come to your senses, Wendy will die before your eyes!"

Otto shouted, pressing the muzzle of the gun to Wendy's temple.

Everyone except Rita, who had expected this, and Durandal, who frowned, was stunned.

Otto continued to advance.

"Wake up, look at everything around you, look at everything you've created. Is this what you wanted to do? Do you know how worried Wendy is about you? Look at your only friend, she has shed countless tears for you!"

"So, be strong! Find yourself again, even if it's just for Wendy!"

Otto said with deep emotion. As he continued to advance, Wendy's appearance with the gun to her temple became clearer in Delta's eyes.

Delta took a small step back.

She once again clutched her head with both hands, her body contorting in extreme pain, as if returning to her initial state, struggling against some powerful influencing force.

Wendy watched this scene, having forgotten the threat of the gun. Tears streamed down her face as she said tremblingly, "Delta… can you… still recognize me?"

"It's me, Wendy!"

"Don't you remember, we first met by the sea? I was in a wheelchair back then, and you were healthy. You used to push me around the branch every day, and you always taught me to enjoy life and cherish the present."

"Don't you remember the sunrises we watched together? Don't you remember the thermos I bought online and the goji berries you bought online? Don't you remember what you said… we're best friends, Delta!"

Wendy cried, trying to run and hug Delta, but Otto held her back, preventing her from moving forward. She could only weep in front of the "suffering" Delta.

Delta gradually stopped trembling, covering her face with one hand.

"Ah… Wendy…"

She seemed to recall something, gasping, her expression of violent struggle stabilizing slightly, revealing a hint of confusion.

Wendy's tear-streaked little face lit up with joy:

"Delta!"

"Hmph… Hahaha!"

At that very moment, Delta suddenly raised her head, her crazed golden eyes looking at Wendy and Otto. She laughed maniacally and extended her hand.

Countless invisible blades shot forward.

"Oh no!" xN

Countless exclamations rang out simultaneously. Durandal rushed forward at high speed, only to see that it was too late to rescue them.

"Alas, in the end…"

As Wendy had no time to react, she heard Otto's sigh, filled with complex emotions.

Immediately, Otto turned around, his back to the incoming attack, and pulled Wendy into his embrace.

Otto: 'Come, cut both me and Wendy into pieces, and then use the grief from Wendy's sacrifice to defeat the will of the Honkai, Delta!'

Delta: 'Go to hell! You can still maintain your image at a time like this, just as I'd expect from you! And you're blocking Wendy's body, so I can't avoid her, you bastard!'

The two engaged in a "play" with vastly different inner thoughts.

However, what Otto wanted was to witness firsthand the experience of humanity overcoming the Herrscher's heart, and what Delta wanted was to show Otto that their goals were actually quite aligned.

Therefore, these blades urgently dispersed to both sides, ultimately only severing the arms of Otto's Soul Steel Body, but perfectly preserving Wendy's body.

At the same time, Delta let out a wild roar towards the sky.

"Ah!!!"

Amidst the piercing screams of extreme pain, the unbreakable Ideal Fluid shield developed countless cracks, creating a visually striking spectacle.

"An opportunity!"

Unable to block Otto's attack, Durandal quickly shifted her target, her lance piercing the crumbling shield and penetrating Delta's abdomen.

Delta's scream abruptly ceased.

She slowly lowered her head, looking at her pierced abdomen where blood gushed out. Her golden eyes flickered, gradually returning to their normal azure hue.

Durandal saw the trace of confusion on Delta's face and felt her Honkai Energy suddenly weaken and stabilize. She hesitated, saying, "Delta, you..."

Delta didn't give Durandal time to finish her question. She merely pushed the spear tip out of her abdomen, then stumbled past Durandal, staggering unsteadily.

Under everyone's gaze, Delta, leaving bloody footprints with her small, blood-soaked feet, walked woodenly and dazed towards Otto and Wendy.

At this moment, Otto was already kneeling before Wendy. He smiled at her, tears streaming down her face, saying, "I'm sorry for dragging you into danger when I wasn't fully in control. Now, go hug her. That child needs you."

Before Otto's words had even finished, Wendy had already rushed over.

Delta had walked a few steps slowly when she stumbled as Wendy charged at her. She slowly fell forward, finally collapsing into Wendy's embrace.

Wendy held Delta, weeping uncontrollably. Unable to find words, she could only desperately call out her friend's name:

"Delta! Delta!!"

"Ah, I'm back. So please don't cry, Wendy..."

Delta gently caressed the back of Wendy's head with her blood-soaked little hands. Then, her entire body went limp against Wendy. Her face was as pale as paper, yet she closed her eyes with an unparalleled sense of peace.

The onlookers, witnessing this bloody and pitiable scene, all felt a pang of sorrow.