Chapter 225

It's my duty, no problem.

But we need to reassure everyone, right?

Mei and Theresa took a quick break and then went to the conference room for a meeting.

Similarly, the Black Saber elaborated on his plan above.

"Regarding the Herrscher of Erosion," Black Saber said, showing the PowerPoint presentation, "I won't go into details, but it will constantly tempt us when we come into contact with it."

"Fear and hatred are inherent emotions in everyone, but as long as we can firmly uphold our inner beliefs."

"There won't be any problems."

"Even if problems arise, it's not a problem," Durandal suddenly interjected, adding to her own drama, for reasons unknown. "We're here too."

"Rita and I are the last line of defense; this is the task assigned by Lord Otto."

"If you can't hold on, we can offer incense to you on this day next year."

"Durandal..." Rita covered her forehead. It was clearly inappropriate to say this now, wasn't it? Although she could guess Lord Otto's intention in having them come here.

But we don't need to say that now, do we?

"This was Lord Otto's personal instruction," Durandal said. "Don't worry."

"Lord Otto still has some humanity."

Is this really what you call being humane?

The room fell silent.

"Hmm." Black Saber coughed and said, "The main reason for bringing Theresa and Mei here this time is also a very important matter."

"Theresa has a Stigmata on her body, and the Demon in the Box and Yae Sakura are somewhat related."

"We need to use Theresa's Stigmata," Black Saber said, "To reform the Demon in the Box."

"What are the chances of success?" the Redhead asked. "How can we use the Stigmata to influence them?"

"Use the connection between the Demon in the Box and the Stigmata to open the Stigmata Space," Black Saber said. "A portion of history will be reenacted within the Stigmata Space."

"You've probably all played the game 'Kallen Fantasy' to some extent, right? Some things in the game are the same as in history."

"But the ending is not quite the same. We need to find another ending within the Stigmata Space."

"Historically it's a Bed End, and it's also in the game."

"We want to resolve this incident perfectly."

"We need to create a happy ending."

"So from now on," Black Saber said, "Those who are expected to enter the Stigmata Space."

"We all need to brush up on this history, and of course, we also need to play these games."

"Especially Theresa and Mei."

"You two are very important."

Chapter 256 Giving You Special Treatment

The plan is good, but there are still several key issues that need to be addressed.

For example, how do I access the Stigmata Space?

For example, how do you maintain your self-respect when faced with the temptations of the Demon in the Box?

For example, what if hatred becomes the dominant emotion and one cannot extricate oneself from it?

These aren't some vague or abstract issues. Although Li Pu knows that the Stigmata Space is a crucial step in reforming Hi-Fyūmaru.

The game also mentions the concept of the Stigmata Space.

How do I open the Stigmata Space?

This wasn't mentioned in the settings.

However, the setting states that Theresa was once blinded by hatred in the Stigmata Space, and of course, the setting also provides a solution to this problem.

He transformed into Otto to appease Theresa.

This is a problem for Li Pu, but what's more serious is that this Demon in the Box with a criminal record will definitely not let go of this opportunity that has come knocking on his door.

So we need to plan ahead.

How can we plan ahead?

For example, try looking for Theresa.

Of course, I always felt I couldn't just look at things the way I truly am. It might involve discussing some more private topics, or topics that Theresa herself wouldn't want to talk about.

So I have to change my image.

"Sigh..." Li Pu sighed, pressing his head, "I feel like I've failed miserably in some ways."

"Something just doesn't feel right."

Although he sighed, Li Pu still sensed that something was amiss.

It seems that one's own entity is like a launcher or a platform.

The original user doesn't possess any special abilities or connections; the abilities granted by the system seem to be designed specifically for them. However, this also seems to have brought about an unpredictable outcome.

It seems that the connections and combat power gained from using the character have not been fully accumulated into the main body.

No, it can't be said that there was absolutely no accumulation.

It just seems...

It's still missing something.

Li Pu sensed a different kind of crisis.

Although my system seems silly, I always feel like I'm being guided by some invisible or visible force, making me use a role even in situations where I don't feel like I need to.

It's like now, even though I feel I could totally talk to Theresa using my own image.

But if I go looking for it, it always feels like something's missing.

There's something between us, making it hard to open up.

"Hmm..." Li Pu pinched his chin, carefully considering the little thing he had noticed.

It exists, though not intensely.

This is definitely not baseless, so what exactly happened?

System?

Those two idiots probably wouldn't do that, or perhaps they're the mastermind behind the system? Come to think of it, I still don't quite understand the purpose of this system's existence, its motive for capturing me and bringing me to this world, or what my ultimate goal is.

Is it just that it's fun? Or boring?

That's absolutely impossible.

However, the system never directly explained or told him what to do.

Hmm, perhaps this is what the system is truly hiding.

Li Pu thought to himself.

He hasn't interacted with the system for a while now and doesn't know what it's doing. The system's existence seems very complicated to him right now.

It is an aid, but also a hidden danger; a friend, but also a potential enemy.

In short, it's very troublesome.

'Ah... never mind.' Li Pu shook his head, deciding not to think about the system for the time being.

Because there are other things to do right now.

For example, find Theresa.

So, what image should one present when approaching Theresa?

Li Pu already had a plan in mind.

Theresa's fighting spirit wasn't as high as Li Pu had imagined, nor was she constantly clamoring to go and deal with the Honkai. Of course, Theresa wasn't that kind of person either.

Although she is often jokingly referred to as "Theresa Apocalypse" or "Student Support Head".

Theresa herself is neither 'stupid' nor 'full of arrogance'.

At least it's not too stupid.

Not the kind of energetic but foolish goose that rushes headlong into things. In short, she should be much smarter than a Silly Goose, and of course, more reasonable too.

Theresa learned from Li Pu that there was a chance for a peaceful resolution to this incident.

Theresa was quite positive about this.

Because she knew that if this matter could not be resolved peacefully, the only possible outcome would be nuclear annihilation, and the consequences of that were self-evident.

Therefore, Theresa certainly wouldn't neglect it.

Then...

"Wow~ you even made desserts here." Theresa looked at the desserts in front of her with drool in her eyes.

I really want to eat it, I really want to.

But she held back under the gaze of the woman in front of her.

This woman is Mamiya. The most mysterious woman on the entire ship.

Of course, this mystery is relative to the other crew members.

To Theresa, Mamiya wasn't some particularly mysterious woman. She was Cecilia, King Arthur, Mei, Bronya's mother, and also the cleaning Li Pu.

It's also quite mysterious.

With so many identities concentrated in one person, Theresa was actually quite curious about Li Pu's true origins.

Although he was initially admitted to the academy primarily because of Mei's request.

But now, seeing him have changed so many identities...

Theresa naturally had a lot of curiosity.

Who could this be? Cecilia, his deceased friend? King Arthur, who appeared in history and was considered a myth? Doctor Mei from the previous era? Or just an ordinary person? For example, Bronya's mother, Mrs. Aleshkevich, or just a cleaning lady.

"You look like you're really into cake," Theresa said, longingly.

"A cake on your chest?" Mamiya said with a laugh, "What a strange way of putting it."

"Ah, it's like... you're... you're... you're... you know..." Theresa thought for a long time but still couldn't come up with the idiom.

"I am confident," Mamiya said with a smile.

"Mmm, but bamboo doesn't taste good." Theresa nodded and said, "Theresa isn't a panda, she doesn't eat bamboo. Cake definitely tastes better."

"But since it was Mamiya who invited me to eat cake," Theresa said, believing she had already guessed Mamiya's intentions, "It must be a trap."

"Is there any task you need me to complete?"

"Are you a little prince of quotations?" Mamiya laughed, a little embarrassed, and said, "If you don't know how to use them, then don't use them."

"But if you're talking about the mission..."

Actually, I don't have any tasks to assign you.

"Huh? Really?" Theresa said incredulously, "It just doesn't seem likely, does it?"

"Why not?" Mamiya said, "It's just that..."

"I'm just planning to give you some extra help."

Chapter 257 Mom Loves Me

There's nothing more effective at winning hearts and minds than a cake.