Being a Cosplay Big Shot in the World of Honkai Impact 3rd

He stared coldly at the small tail, no more than two or three people away from him and Siegfried.

"Kiana, self-deception."

"Not good!"

Chapter 59: Honesty is Required

There are many things in this world that plans can never keep up with changes.

No matter how well you plan, you never know what tomorrow's events will have on your plans, especially if you haven't planned at all.

Then many things will run wild on a strange path that you can't even imagine.

It was like the initial plan was just to use Kiana temporarily to test the 'equipment,' and then things went off the rails in an uncontrollable direction, heading somewhere strange.

But this kind of wild run eventually has to stop.

As Li Pu gradually realized that if he remained indecisive, things would become completely unmanageable.

No need to care, it's as if there's no need to care.

Once decided, just do it.

Just like when he planned to use Kiana, he threw out something that these two would absolutely not want to face, in front of Siegfried, knowing that Kiana was eavesdropping.

There was no rampage as expected.

Li Pu had predicted that after saying these words, a melodramatic "Qiong Yao" style drama might unfold, with lines like "I can't accept this" or "You only lost your masculinity, but he lost his love" potentially appearing in a corner of the mall's corridor.

But in reality, nothing happened.

Kiana didn't say "I can't accept this," nor did she cry and shout "You're lying," nor did she run away crying, saying "You don't love me anymore."

Siegfried didn't show any disappointment, and there were no declarations like "I can't lose you."

Everything seemed relatively calm.

It was as if all of this was the most ordinary thing, nothing to be surprised about. They continued to stroll, eat delicious food, and buy pretty clothes, as if Li Pu's words were just a joke that couldn't make any waves.

But did all of this really not make any waves?

'Kiana?'

It was another new day, back to himself, holding a mop and bucket to start new work, and he encountered Kiana and Siegfried again in the corridor of the teaching building.

But this time, there was no greeting, as if they didn't know him, Li Pu, at all.

Kiana and Siegfried walked past Li Pu, chatting and laughing.

They treated Li Pu as a complete stranger.

'How should I describe this feeling?' Li Pu, carrying the mop, stood there and thought for a moment, saying, "This feeling is absolutely fantastic!"

Being freed from a huge trouble felt incredibly good, you know.

'Of course, there's still a little bit of loneliness.' Li Pu thought to himself.

This sense of loneliness was almost inevitable.

After all, going from being so warm to suddenly so indifferent, there would naturally be a sense of loss.

"Is this okay?"

Suddenly, a figure stood beside him, Li Pu, and asked, perhaps more like questioning, "Can you really accept being like this?"

"Theresa..." Li Pu looked at the small figure in front of him.

Not appearing early, not appearing late, but appearing precisely now.

It seemed like she also had a hand in things getting out of control.

"Why can't it be?" Li Pu retorted, "I think this is perfectly fine, what's wrong with it?"

"Headmaster." Li Pu looked at Theresa's rather sad face and said, "You're not going to stubbornly believe that I am Cecilia, just like Siegfried and Kiana, are you?"

"No," Theresa shook her head and said, "I heard about your situation from Otto."

"Even if you're not now, you were in the past."

"Are you really willing to be like this?"

"They are all your family."

'Ah... Otto...' Li Pu sighed inwardly. Even though he had guessed that Otto was definitely behind this, he didn't feel bad about it.

If Otto didn't take this opportunity to stir up trouble, he wouldn't be Otto.

"It's nothing," Li Pu spread his hands and said, "People always have to learn to let go."

"Even if, as you say, I was Cecilia in the past."

"But I am not now, and I will not become her."

"People, you always have to learn to face reality," Li Pu said sincerely, "And compared to me, people always have to be honest about some things to live more easily."

"Similarly, from a purely benefit perspective, honesty can bring greater benefits than lies."

"Lies and impersonation can never earn the most sincere emotions!"

Although it was a bit impulsive, Li Pu did seriously consider the issue afterward. Even if only to complete the 'motherly love' mission, he had to consider it carefully.

He had already impersonated Cecilia and established a certain emotional connection.

But what was the fundamental reason why this mission absolutely couldn't be completed?

Li Pu's own estimated reason was probably 'sincerity.'

"Motherly love is called the greatest, most selfless, and most sincere love in the world," Li Pu said, looking back at Kiana and Siegfried as they disappeared and feeling relieved. "So, to complete this mission, one must at least be sincere."

"If we can't even manage the most basic integrity, then this mission can never be completed."

"You can deceive them for a while," Li Pu said, "but you can't deceive them for a lifetime. You have to learn to face reality, to face sacrifice."

"Alright," Theresa didn't refute him or insist that Li Pu continue deceiving them. She respected Li Pu's wishes and said, "Since that's the case, I hope this benefits everyone."

"Sigh, it's just Kiana who's pitiful."

Meanwhile, on the other side, after Kiana and Siegfried had walked far enough to be out of sight and contact.

"Ughhhhhh!!!" Kiana suddenly gasped for air, saying, "That was... so close... I almost broke character!"

"Did I do a good job, Dad?"

Siegfried pinched his chin and nodded, not particularly approvingly. "Not bad, but you'll have to do better in the future."

"You need to be prepared. This is just the beginning, and victory is still a long way off."

"Playing hard to get. This tactic won't show results quickly; it requires a gradual approach."

"I understand!" Kiana nodded vigorously. "I will definitely work hard to help Mom fully recover her past memories!"

"Mhm." Siegfried seemed to approve, but a strange sense of worry lingered in his heart.

For some reason, Siegfried felt that the current Cecilia was too young. Youth was a good thing; who didn't like young girls?

But being too young might not be a good thing.

Cecilia now looked about the same age as Kiana, and in this life, she might even be younger than Kiana.

And now, Kiana, who had lost her mother for a long time, was trying to establish an emotional connection with her returned mother.

Why did it feel like it was starting to surpass the affection between a mother and daughter?

He must be overthinking it!

Chapter 60: The Wise Cleaner

This was probably an illusion...

Siegfried couldn't help but shake his head. His daughter becoming a love rival? The thought was simply absurd.

Although there were indeed extremely rare special cases in reality where, due to abnormal handling and special explosive growth of various emotions, feelings went astray.

But that wouldn't happen to Kiana, right?

How could people of the same gender date!

No...

Siegfried wanted to say.

That's your mother! You're lusting after her?!

Only I can lust after her!

No...

Siegfried shook his head, quickly casting aside the thought that he himself found ridiculous.

"Speaking of which," Kiana suddenly remembered something and tilted her head, looking at her dad. "Dad, are you going to wear a dress to work again today?"

"Hahahaha~" Siegfried burst into laughter. "You worry too much!"

"How could something like that happen?"

When can it stop?!

There's only one time for cross-dressing, and then there are countless times!

"Ahem..."

Li Pu coughed slightly and adjusted his clothes. "Let's first get acquainted with the current situation. Are you my partner?"

"Valkyrie Siegfried, Herrscher form, White Comet?"

Li Pu thought that from now on, this Valkyrie training would have nothing to do with him. Because his words had offended Siegfried, and also Kiana.

So, until those two figured things out, it was unlikely he would continue to be involved in the Valkyrie training.

But that was unlikely!

He, Li Pu, was back.

He had been called over to continue participating in Valkyrie training.

Moreover, he skipped the basic teaching and went directly into simulated combat.

Although it was simulated combat, after being defeated once, Li Pu realized that this battle was essentially no different from actual combat, except for the fact that it was called 'simulated' and likely wouldn't result in 'loss of life.'

This time is no different.

Himeko needed to explain tactical coordination to the future Valkyries.

So, he was mobilized again this time.

Siegfried also came along.

White Comet Siegfried, fine, but what was his own outfit? Cleaner Li Pu? Oh right, Himeko was also on the team. What was Himeko's outfit called?

'Teacher Himeko.'

'What kind of bizarre Valkyrie squad is this! Only Himeko can charge forward...'

'I'm speaking seriously,' Li Pu thought. 'Only Himeko can tank!'

"Who is our opponent?" Siegfried seemed to have adapted to Kiana's White Comet outfit. He was very calm and composed, showing none of the awkwardness or discomfort he had the first time he wore White Comet.

It was as if the outfit was designed for him, fitting him perfectly. "Is it still Saniga?"

"Can we not fight the Model Pig?" Li Pu suggested. "How about a different opponent?"

Being instantly defeated by the Model Pig felt really unpleasant.

If he could, Li Pu absolutely did not want to fight the Model Pig right now.

Even with two teammates this time.

Regarding Himeko, he, Li Pu, admitted she might be very strong. But as for Siegfried... especially White Comet Siegfried! Li Pu felt he was unreliable no matter how he looked at it!

Could this guy be a trap?

"Model Pig? That's a strange nickname," Himeko pushed up her glasses. To make herself look more like a teacher, she had specifically acquired a pair of black-rimmed glasses, giving her a very intellectual aura. "Our opponents this time are some basic enemies."

"The main purpose of this lesson is to help students understand Honkai's elemental advantages."