Chapter 142

Something doesn't feel right.

"Kiana, did you know that this is the third installment in the Kallen Fantasy series? It retains the strengths of the first two games while further optimizing them, greatly improving the texture quality. It has a total of 23 character classes and even an online battle ranking system. It's my favorite game, Kiana. Looks like we have to complete the game to unlock this elevator. Let's play together!"

After rummaging around behind the elevator, Cecilia indeed pulled out two game controllers. That made sense; otherwise, why would there be two controllers here? This is to unlock the game after completing it. Truly a game developed by the Archbishop!

"Huh? You have to complete the game to unlock it? How can there be such a setting?"

Kiana was completely baffled. Shouldn't things requiring permissions be more strictly controlled? How could it be triggered by playing a game? But if it's a game... could it be that the spell is real? This spell really can grant wishes!

"Haha, were you scared? This game was developed by His Excellency the Bishop himself and has never been released to the public. To actually bind it to the laboratory's defense system is quite typical of His Excellency the Bishop. Although this game incorporates a lot of His Excellency the Bishop's personal preferences, the program is actually used to train the Valkyrie's concentration and reaction speed, which is why a ranking system was added. By the way, I'm ranked number one. Bishop Otto used to be number one, but I surpassed him after playing for a short time. However, my account was banned not long after. As for the reason... I think you two can probably understand."

Cecilia shrugged, and the Valkyrie winked helplessly at Shen Gonglin and Kiana. Kiana and Shen Gonglin also gained a clear understanding of the bishop's narrow-mindedness. Since they couldn't surpass Cecilia, they would make sure she couldn't surpass them physically. Kiana secretly glanced at Shen Gonglin beside her. Her pettiness was exactly the same as someone else's.

"Alright, alright, come and play with us. We need to clear the levels quickly to get to higher levels. This is for the mission. Come on, I'll tell you the tricks of the game."

Eagerly grabbing the handle, Cecilia urged Shen Gonglin and Kiana to play together, but Shen Gonglin shook his head and pushed Kiana forward. His eyes clearly showed that the child wanted to play with Cecilia. If possible, he wanted to give Kiana and her mother more time. Seeing how happy the child was, Shen Gonglin felt that all his efforts were worthwhile to make Kiana so happy. This girl always complained about how badly he treated her, but now that she was like this, there was nothing more to say.

"Eh? Shen Gonglin, aren't you playing? If it were you, you could easily beat the game and avenge Lady Cecilia. You could get first place and knock the bishop off!"

Kiana was quite surprised. She knew that Shen Gonglin was a gaming expert, on par with Bronya, someone who could easily defeat her. Moreover, Shen Gonglin also loved playing games. Why was he giving her this opportunity? Didn't he want to play?

"I have a headache and I just want to rest. Cecilia can guide you. Besides, playing games isn't about who's better, it's about who plays with you. If you two team up, you'll definitely be better than me."

Shen Gonglin leaned against the wall and closed his eyes, but Kiana's gaze towards him changed slightly. Did he think she didn't know why he said that? Wasn't it because he wanted her to have more time to play with her mother? Shen Gonglin was so arrogant; couldn't he just say it properly? Yes, Kiana was touched that he was creating opportunities for her and her mother, but did he think she only wanted to play with her mother? Only children make choices; Kiana wanted it all!

"I'll rub your head for you later. Do you think I'd leave such a super useful tool like you unused? Come on over and play games with me. If we lose, I definitely won't let you off the hook."

Kiana thought, "I can do anything with Shen Gonglin. Even games I've never played before." She grabbed Shen Gonglin's wrist and pulled him close. Shen Gonglin, just as he came to his senses, felt the warmth behind him and was surrounded by a pleasant scent. Kiana had actually hugged him. She pulled Shen Gonglin's hand and they both gripped the game Shen Gonglin. They had to play together. Himself, his mother, and Shen Gonglin —that was his wish. That spell was absolutely true!

"Tsk, you're so willful. I already said I don't want to play anymore... And even if you do play, please let me go. It's really hard for me to control you like this."

Feeling Cecilia's meaningful smile beside her, even Shen Gonglin felt a little embarrassed. Kiana was Cecilia's daughter, and for her to be so affectionate with Kiana in front of her... This silly girl really lacked common sense. Why didn't she know how to be more reserved in front of her mother? Come to think of it...

What exactly is modesty? I don't really know.

"You're really good at being willful, no one can beat you in that respect. I'm not letting you go. Isn't this how we always play together? Or are you more used to me putting my legs on your shoulders? Hurry up, show Lady Cecilia your true strength. Lady Cecilia, you don't know, this guy is super powerful."

Kiana has absolutely no sense of restraint. She said something that made Shen Gonglin want to cover her face. How could she have brought up their usual gaming routine? That's how they usually play, with Shen Gonglin sitting on the floor and Kiana sitting on the sofa with her legs around his neck. But why is she saying it now? Is she showing off?

Anyway, Shen Gonglin is about to die.

Chapter Forty-Nine: Separation

The game was over, and with the sound effect of the three completing the level, the elevator finally started operating. Shen Gonglin breathed a long sigh of relief. It seemed that his brain was indeed severely damaged. He felt his head was hurting even more after just a short while of mental manipulation. Fortunately, Cecilia and Kiana were there to help him, otherwise he might not have been able to pass. To be honest, Shen Gonglin was in a really bad state. His head was dizzy and his vision was blurry. Although he could still stand up, his combat power was practically nonexistent.

"Wow, I finally beat the game. But Shen Gonglin, you seem to have gotten much worse. You made several mistakes that you shouldn't have made. If you keep this up, I think I can beat you."

Kiana was in a great mood. Playing games with her mother made the girl very happy, not to mention having Shen Gonglin also there. She put her arm around Shen Gonglin's shoulder and shook him. Had he regressed or had she improved? It must have been her who had improved. Kiana really felt that she was not far from defeating Shen Gonglin.

"You're dreaming. I'm just not in top form today. You're a hundred or two hundred years away from beating me."

Shen Gonglin forced a smile and retorted sarcastically. In his current state, he felt that he would completely faint if he closed his eyes, but who knew what would happen if he fainted? Since entering this illusion, Shen Gonglin's mental state had been very poor, and now he had a vague feeling that he was on the verge of his limit. Damn it, if only his mental power hadn't been damaged in Bronya's brain, he wouldn't be in this state now.

"Hmph, talking big again. Just wait, I'll definitely hang you up and beat you to a pulp... Lady Cecilia, don't you agree? Lady Cecilia? What's wrong?"

Kiana then asked about Cecilia, but the Valkyrie was lost in thought, staring at the communicator on her wrist. She didn't react to Kiana's words, Kiana had to call Cecilia several times before she came to her senses. Even then, her mind was still on the communication from Bishop Otto. If she couldn't deal with the Second Herrscher in time, the Bishop would launch Honkai Fission Bomb here. Then, not only herself, but also Shen Gonglin and Kiana would... No, that absolutely cannot happen.

"It's nothing. I was just thinking about something else. We should be close to the Second Herrscher soon. You two, are you ready for battle?"

After gathering her thoughts, Durandal appeared gentle and calm on the surface. She looked at Shen Gonglin and Kiana in front of her. Shen Gonglin aside, Kiana seemed to be in a really bad state. Seeing his condition, Cecilia became even more determined in her decision. She couldn't involve the two of them.

"Of course! I'm ready to fight alongside you, Lady Cecilia, and Shen Gonglin feels the same way, right?"

Kiana pounded her chest with her little hand, full of fighting spirit. At the same time, she also explained things to Shen Gonglin. Her mind was entirely on Cecilia, so she didn't notice the fatigue in Shen Gonglin's eyes. Shen Gonglin, however, refused to give up. He straightened up and imitated Kiana, cheering himself up. Even though he was battle-worn, he still had the ability to fight.

"That's right, that's right. She's just a mere Herrscher. It's not like I haven't beaten her before. I let her escape last time, but she won't be able to escape this time."

She still had some physical strength left, but overworking her brain could be dangerous, meaning she wouldn't be able to perform any more precise operations. Could she fight Herrscher in this state? In truth, Shen Gonglin didn't understand either. But if she wasn't afraid of Kiana, wouldn't she be even worse than Kiana if she backed down? How could Shen Gonglin accept that? She should be able to manage if she pushed herself a little.

"Very good, that's the belief. As long as you have this belief, no matter what the problem is, it will be solved. Since you two are so confident, I will give you two a task."

Cecilia was quite satisfied with Kiana's attitude. Her eyes sparkled. This was not originally a battle between the two of them. Rin was not in Shen Gonglin state. Although Kiana was very skilled, she would not be a match for Herrscher. All she had to do was to do her own job. The two of them were just outsiders.

"Yes! Lady Cecilia, please give us your orders. We will carry them out without hesitation!"

Kiana felt that there was nothing more joyful in the world than being able to help her mother. No matter what it was, as long as it was her mother's arrangement, she would accept and complete it unconditionally. This was her duty.

"I just checked. This tower also has an automatic internal defense system, which we encountered on our way here. However, those were just some minor, automatically triggered components. A real defense system requires the support of a main control computer, and it seems that this tower has run out of power. Therefore, I need the two of you to go to the power room and restart the main control computer. With the help of the self-defense system, we will be more confident in our battle against the Second Herrscher. Although the chances of winning against Herrscher are high, it's better to be prepared. Can the two of you complete this task?"

Cecilia said those words, and Kiana agreed without hesitation. What was there to hesitate about? Meanwhile, Shen Gonglin's head was spinning and she didn't hear what Cecilia was saying at all. Had the pressure in her brain spread to her five senses? She wondered if she could recover after a good night's sleep. Would she become stupid?

And what was Cecilia saying just now? Why do I feel like something's not right? As for what's wrong, given Shen Gonglin's current state, I really can't figure it out.

"Roger that! But Lady Cecilia, which direction is the power room in? Let's go restart the main computer now, and then we'll deal with the Second Herrscher together!"

With no room for refusal, Kiana grabbed Shen Gonglin's wrist and prepared to act. She wouldn't question anything her mother said. Cecilia smiled and pointed out the directions to Kiana and Shen Gonglin. Watching their departing figures, Cecilia's expression turned serious. Now, it was up to her!

Chapter Fifty: Gradual Loss of the Five Senses

"Control room, control room... Is the control room really here? It doesn't feel like it at all. Shen Gonglin, how are you feeling? Something feels off... Shen Gonglin? What's wrong?"

In the dimly lit corridor, Kiana led Shen Gonglin on a search. Cecilia had said that the control room sign should be easy to find here, but Kiana had been walking for a long time without success. Instead, she sensed that the architectural style seemed to have changed from here on out. Unlike the previous precision, the walls here were noticeably thicker, making it feel more like a safe house than a control hub. Confused, Kiana turned to Shen Gonglin for help. He had been very quiet the whole way, only walking when she pulled him along and stopping when she stopped. This was unlike him at all.

Sensing something was wrong, Kiana turned to look at Kiana Shen Gonglin. To her surprise, Shen Gonglin's face had turned pale and sickly. His forehead was covered in sweat, and his deep purple eyes seemed to have lost their luster. What was wrong with him? Kiana hadn't noticed before, but he seemed less energetic than usual ever since they entered the tower.

"Me? What happened to me? I'm fine..."

Looking somewhat dazed, Kiana called Shen Gonglin several times before she seemed to hear her. Her ears were buzzing as if mosquitoes were flying inside. What was Kiana saying? She couldn't understand at all. Shen Gonglin tried to open his eyes wide, but his vision seemed a little blurry. He looked at Kiana's mouth and read what she had just said. If he couldn't hear clearly, he could still rely on lip reading to understand. What could possibly be wrong with him?

It's just that I'm too tired and my five senses are starting to decline. It's not a big deal.

"Why do you look so pale, Shen Gonglin? Are you really alright? I feel like something's wrong with you right now."

Kiana reached out her little hand and touched Shen Gonglin's face. Just by touching it, Kiana could feel the heat on his face. Shen Gonglin's body temperature was on the lower side, the kind that would be very comfortable to hold in the summer. But now Kiana felt a strange heat. Really, her attention was completely on her mother just now, and she didn't notice Shen Gonglin at all. Was he sick?

"Really? Maybe you have a slight fever. After all, you've been walking around in the freezing cold for so long, and your shoes are soaked. It's normal to catch a cold and have a fever. It shouldn't be a big deal."

Fortunately, her vision loss wasn't too severe. If she got close, Shen Gonglin could still clearly see Kiana's lip movements. This girl was worried about her. However, Shen Gonglin felt she could hold on a little longer. If she couldn't hold on now, the illusion would probably dissipate. What Shen Gonglin needed to do now was to prolong the time she lost consciousness. As for the lost five senses... they should be able to recover. After all, she had the foundation. She could sleep for several days and be fine. This would be perfect for repaying a debt of gratitude. Yes, that's it. The reason she did this was entirely to repay a debt of gratitude.

It's not because I feel sorry for Kiana. Shen Gonglin is being so nice to her for a reason. That way, Kiana will be grateful to me in the future, and then I can blackmail her into doing something outrageous. That's right, that's right!

"That makes sense, I didn't even notice... Shen Gonglin, please, can you bear it a little longer? We can't treat you here right now, but I'll think of something as soon as we finish helping Mom. Can you hold on?"

Kiana was very worried about Shen Gonglin's current condition. She helped Shen Gonglin sit down in the corner. If it was just a cold and fever, it shouldn't be too serious. Shen Gonglin seemed to be quite conscious. A cold and fever also have a process. The most urgent thing now is to deal with the Herrscher. As long as the Herrscher is defeated, we can go out and find Schicksal's medical team. Under the current conditions, even if we wanted to solve Shen Gonglin's problem, there was no way to do so.

"Alright, alright, what's there to worry about with such a minor problem? Let me rest for a bit. As for you, hurry up and go find that control room. It's just a cold and fever, how could such an illness possibly be a problem for this young master..."

Sitting down against the wall, Shen Gonglin waved her hand to indicate that she was alright. Her vision was still within acceptable limits, but her hearing was practically nonexistent. As for her sense of smell and taste, since they weren't as distinct as the other five senses, Shen Gonglin couldn't figure them out either. However, she figured it probably wasn't a good situation. How pathetic! She was in this state herself. How much of a price would she have to pay back Kiana after this?

"Okay, I'll go find it now. Shen Gonglin, you rest here for a bit... What's going on? This doesn't look like a control room at all. Where is it?"

Kiana quickly moved through the corridor after letting Shen Gonglin rest. All the rooms here were identical, as if they had been built for disaster relief. There was no trace of a main control room. After seeing Kiana leave, Shen Gonglin covered her mouth and nose with her hand. Looking at the red blood on her palm, Shen Gonglin frowned. According to the plot of the TV series, spitting blood must be a terminal illness, but this was blood from her nose, so it should be fine.

Who cares? We'll see if we really can't hold on any longer. At least for now, Shen Gonglin feels she can manage.

"No, there's no sign of the control room at all... Wait, is this a map of the area? The control room, let me see... It's clearly on the other side, why did Mom lie to us?"

After searching around without finding any trace of the control room, Kiana returned to Shen Gonglin's side. Shen Gonglin quietly wiped the blood off her hands. Fortunately, Kiana's attention was on the map on the wall, and Shen Gonglin, whose senses were impaired, almost didn't notice Kiana's arrival. If the girl knew her condition, it would definitely not do her any good. Rather than letting her worry, it was better to endure it alone. This wasn't about avoiding treatment; even if Kiana knew, there was nothing she could do.

"Mommy is lying to you... No way? Why would Cecilia do something like this? You should contact her quickly and see what's going on. I feel like something's not right."

Having read Kiana's words, I realized that even without Shen Gonglin, lip reading was still a bit difficult. Something was wrong with my own situation, and Cecilia seemed off too. What was going on?

Chapter Fifty-One: Family Tradition of Willfulness

Yes, I need to ask what's going on. I need to ask Mom about her current situation right away. This isn't the power room at all, so why did Mom lie to me that this is the power room? Kiana's mind was in a mess. Only after Shen Gonglin reminded her did she realize what she should be doing. The girl hurriedly took out her communicator. Fortunately, the signal was still relatively stable, so she should be able to contact her mother.

"Lady Cecilia, this is not the power room at all. Where are you now? Let's meet up with you first, and then we can think of another way."

Kiana shouted anxiously into the communicator, and after a moment of silence, Cecilia's voice finally came through. Although Shen Gonglin could not hear what she was saying, Shen Gonglin knew from Kiana's expression that it was not a good thing. What on earth is Cecilia up to?

"Forgive me, Kiana, this is my mission. Please forgive me for lying to you. Just stay in the safe house. That way, even if the entire laboratory is destroyed by missiles, you will be safe. I will defeat the Second Herrscher. This was my mission, wasn't it?"

Cecilia said in a light tone that this was what she wanted to do. Herrscher were not beings that ordinary Valkyrie could deal with. Even she herself was not entirely confident. It was enough that Shen Gonglin and Kiana had accompanied her this far. She would definitely regret it if they encountered any problems while fighting the Herrscher. So she let them stay here safely. If she could defeat the Herrscher, then everyone would be happy. If something unexpected happened... well, at least they could both live well.

"No, we'll fight alongside you!"

Kiana immediately understood what Cecilia was planning. Holding the communicator in both hands, she hoped Cecilia would change her mind. How could she let her mother fight alone? Fighting alongside her was Kiana's wish. Kiana couldn't bear to let her mother face such a terrifying enemy alone.

[Haha, do you not have faith in me? Don't worry, you and Shen Gonglin just wait for me here. When I get back, you have to tell me all about what happened between you and Shen Gonglin.]

After speaking, Cecilia cut off the communication. At the same time, several sturdy doors rose in the area where Kiana and Shen Gonglin were located. This was the safest place in the entire Babylon Tower. Cecilia had seen this location before. After confirming that Shen Gonglin and Kiana had arrived, she pressed the button to activate the protection device. Hearing the faint sound of the doors falling, Cecilia breathed a sigh of relief. They were safe now. Although Shen Gonglin had shown considerable combat power when fighting the Herrscher, Cecilia still felt it was better to fight alone in a real battle. That way, even if something unexpected happened, only she would be the one to sacrifice herself.

"Goodbye, wish me luck... Hmm, if I had known it would turn out like this, I should have hugged Shen Gonglin one more time when we parted. The feeling of sucking on him was so comforting."

Cecilia glanced in the direction where Shen Gonglin and Kiana had left, muttered to herself, and turned around. The tall Valkyrie, carrying her knight's lance, headed towards the upper level of the tower. As Valkyrie used Honkai energy to enhance her body for combat, she could clearly sense the concentration of Honkai energy on the upper level. Without a doubt, the Herrscher was waiting on the upper level. The Honkai energy intense. Was she in this tower to absorb that Honkai energy?

Forget it, we can study these things later. What she needs to do now is fight the Herrscher and defeat her!

"Damn it! So that's what Mom was planning all along. What control room? It was just a lie to fool us. No, we can't be locked up here like this. Shen Gonglin, do you have any ideas?"

Kiana pounded on the door in front of her, but how could Kiana two fists? Exhausted and helpless, Kiana could only sit on the ground in despair. When faced with difficulties, the first person she thought of was Shen Gonglin. The girl turned to him for help. For some reason, perhaps due to the surrounding lighting, she felt that Shen Gonglin's usually clear eyes seemed somewhat dim. Was it just her imagination? His condition wasn't good either, but he was the only one she could rely on now.

Kiana firmly believes that she can accomplish anything as long as he is there, and that Shen Gonglin can solve any problem she encounters.

"This gate... I see. Cecilia single-handedly locked the two of us here. It's really a family tradition of willfulness. Your father is like that, and Cecilia is like that too. No wonder you are the same. It's really a family tradition. Don't worry, with me here, this kind of problem is nothing."

I couldn't hear what Cecilia said on the communicator, but I could get a general idea from Kiana's reaction and Shen Gonglin's lip reading. In short, Cecilia started acting like a lone hero again. Is this willfulness her family trait, and is this showing off her family trait too? I've said it several times already. With Shen Gonglin here, how could I leave the opportunity to show off to someone else? I can only do this myself!

Feeling his way up from the wall, Shen Gonglin touched the door. If it were a safe house, there should be some kind of control device inside, since it wasn't a prison cell. Although he didn't know the password, who would use a password to unlock a door? Anyway, someone as serious as Shen Gonglin had never used one. Locks were useless to him. Did they really think his family's lock-picking skills were just for show? With his electromagnetic control ability, Shen Gonglin didn't care about electronic or physical locks.

It means I have to use my brain again. In this situation, I also have to use my calculation ability. Sure enough, the hardships of life come one after another. It's like adding insult to injury. My brain, you've really suffered today. Oh well, what's one more time than another. This level of calculation ability is still within Shen Gonglin's acceptable range.

As soon as she made a slight movement, Shen Gonglin felt an itch in her nose, probably because she was having another nosebleed. But Shen Gonglin didn't have time to worry about it. Her fingers touched the control panel, and a much weaker current than usual was manipulated by the control center. After a few turns, the door in front of her opened, and Kiana looked at the passageway in surprise. At the same time, she heard a sound like water dripping on the floor. Kiana looked in the direction of the sound, and then the girl's eyes widened. What was going on? What was wrong with Shen Gonglin?

Chapter 52

"What are you looking at? Haven't you ever seen someone with a nosebleed before? If you keep staring, I'll charge you! Come over here and help me clean it up. This weather is so hot and bothering me. I have too much blood, can't you let some out? It's such a waste. No, no, I'm a little dizzy from my own blood."

Shen Gonglin wiped his nose, and the hazy red stain on his hand made him realize his current state. Before Kiana could speak, he initially made a casual excuse, but ultimately couldn't hold it in. However, it seemed that nosebleeds weren't a matter of whether he could hold it in or not. So much blood was such a waste. Shen Gonglin staggered two steps and leaned against the wall. It was such a waste for someone with vampire talent. Looking at the color of the blood, Shen Gonglin even felt a little tempted to drink some blood.

"Getting a sore throat? You're telling me you're getting a sore throat in this weather? Do you really think I'm stupid? Shen Gonglin, what's wrong with you? Are you injured somewhere? Is it because of what happened during the battle with the Second Herrscher? How did you get like this? Let me see you, tell me where you're injured."

Now that she finally realized what was happening, Kiana rushed to Shen Gonglin's side. The bloodstains on his pale face made Shen Gonglin look incredibly pitiful. Kiana frantically touched Shen Gonglin, trying to check if he was injured. It was all her fault; how could she not have noticed that something was wrong with Shen Gonglin? If it were the Class President, Mei, or Bronya, they would have noticed something was wrong with Shen Gonglin. She was such an idiot, completely incapable of taking care of anyone. She had confidently promised to take good care of him, and now look what had happened!

"Getting a sore throat has little to do with the weather. Look at me now, I have several mouth ulcers from getting a sore throat, so this kind of thing is quite normal. If we're talking about injuries... wouldn't the psychological trauma caused by being groped by a female hooligan count? Also, stop touching me. If you touch me again, believe me, I'll report you to the Valkyrie Guard. Himeko is a regular there. If you want to go, you can keep her company."

Shen Gonglin casually remarked, and Kiana's tense mood calmed down a bit after seeing him say something like that. This guy can still joke, which means it's not really serious? Is it really just a case of internal heat? Shen Gonglin does have this problem; he gets internal heat for more than twenty days a month and is a long-time sufferer of mouth ulcers. He often lies on the sofa, babbling and acting cute towards Mei. He's also had nosebleeds a few times, whether it's from internal heat or when he occasionally runs out of the bathroom... Is he really okay?

And why is Himeko a frequent visitor to the Valkyrie Guard? What does she usually do there?

"I'm not some kind of hooligan! It seems you're really alright. Your fever is so bad, is it because of a cold and fever? The Class President has already prepared so much traditional Chinese medicine for you to take care of, but you just wouldn't drink it. Who can you blame for this?... Remember, if you feel anything is wrong, you have to tell me. I don't want anything to happen to you right now."

Perhaps it was Shen Gonglin's relaxed tone that reassured Kiana. The girl rolled her eyes at Shen Gonglin and said irritably, "Both the Class President and Mei are very concerned about Shen Gonglin ulcers. After all, he refuses to eat when he has mouth ulcers, so Fu Hua and Mei have tried many folk remedies to treat him. However, he usually doesn't cooperate. Now that Kiana has the chance, she's putting on a lecturing tone. Shen Gonglin rolled her eyes. Look at where I've fallen. Even Kiana dares to lecture me. It's like a tiger fallen into the plains being bullied by dogs."

I was bullied by the husky.

"Okay, okay, I was just feeling unwell. My only wish is to taste a girl before I die... Oops, I was careless, I didn't dodge."

Before she could finish speaking, Kiana, unable to bear it any longer, reached out and smacked Shen Gonglin on the head. She knew this guy couldn't say anything nice. Kiana's face turned a little red. How could she say such things to a girl? She really couldn't give Shen Gonglin a good look. This guy's ability to take advantage of people was too good. How could she possibly agree to something like this?

What is Shen Gonglin thinking all day long? Is that innocent and cute appearance just a disguise? In fact, this guy is not a good person at all!

Unfortunately, only Kiana herself is aware of this fact. Bronya has been completely deceived and regards Rin Shen Gonglin as the person she trusts the most. She would probably obey even if he coaxed the ignorant little girl into doing some strange thing. The Class President is also bewitched by him, not to mention Mei. Ever since she started spending time with Shen Gonglin Jingu, Kiana has noticed that Mei's room has been stockpiling more and more of those kinds of books. Is everyone else drunk while I am the only one sober? In the end, this world can only be saved by Kiana herself.

"I shouldn't have thought there was something wrong with you. Hurry up, or I'll beat you up if you say anything weird again. We have to find Mom quickly. She's planning to fight the Herrscher alone. Come on, let me help you. You've gotten yourself into this state from just a little cold and fever. Shen Gonglin, you're really not up to par."

Reaching out to help Jingu Rin up, Kiana led him forward. There were still a few door locks that needed to be opened by Jingu Rin. Putting Jingu Rin's arm on her shoulders, Kiana transformed into a ruthless complaining machine. Jingu Rin's physique was indeed a bit bad. If it were him, he wouldn't become so useless even if he had a cold. It seemed that when he returned, he wouldn't be able to let Jingu Rin do whatever he wanted. He had to supervise him and make him take medicine.

Kiana knew that if the medicine the Class President brewed for Shen Gonglin was too bitter, he wouldn't drink it. He would often secretly pour it out or coerce Bronya into drinking it for him. Kiana had secretly tasted it before and almost made her tongue fall off from the bitterness. So she understood that Shen Gonglin would turn a blind eye and sometimes even cover for him. But now Kiana had made up her mind. This was for Shen Gonglin's own good. His constitution was not as good as the Valkyrie's. If he didn't take good care of himself, it would harm him. She decided that from now on, she would make him drink it even if she had to force-feed him mouth-to-mouth. Given how petty he was, if she drank it herself, he probably wouldn't have anything to say.

Speaking of which, could it be that Bronya is actually the one Shen Gonglin the most? She's even willing to drink his medicine for him. This little girl is something else.

Chapter Fifty-Three: Drinking Poison to Quench Thirst

Holding the "lock pick" of the Shingu brand, Kiana made her way unimpeded. Cecilia originally intended to use the door of this safe house to prevent Shen Gonglin and Kiana from joining the battle, but she did not expect Shen Gonglin to have such a skill. Enduring the discomfort in her body, Shen Gonglin followed Kiana and quickly advanced to the top of the tower. The sounds of battle could almost be heard. However, a bad premonition rose in Shen Gonglin's heart. This feeling of Honkai energy, the Second Herrscher seems to be stronger.

Although she was reluctant to admit it, judging from her battle with the Second Herrscher, the Second Herrscher was clearly more at ease. Although they seemed evenly matched, the Second Herrscher hadn't launched any powerful attacks, mostly just dodging, and the Honkai energy she unleashed wasn't very strong. But now, she seemed much more serious. She didn't understand Cecilia's true strength. Shen Gonglin estimated that she was probably stronger than Siegfried, and maybe even stronger than her own Angel form not long ago, but that Herrscher... she seemed even stronger.

Ouch!

Lost in thought, Shen Gonglin suddenly felt his vision blur, as if something foggy was covering his eyes. He tripped and fell to the ground. Had his eyesight finally deteriorated to this extent? Couldn't he hold on a little longer? How could he fight in this state? He had almost lost his hearing, and now his eyesight was like this. Shen Gonglin had never been so disheveled before.

"Shen Gonglin, what's wrong!"

Hearing the sound of Shen Gonglin falling, Kiana quickly turned around and ran over. Could it just be a cold and fever? Seeing that Shen Gonglin's condition was getting worse, Kiana finally realized that something was wrong with him. He didn't respond when she called him, and only looked up at her when she helped him up. What was wrong with him?