Chapter 345

Returning to her previous state means dragging herself into that state of Honkai due to her poor adaptability to Honkai. Corrosion doesn't matter, but what Himeko wants is to stand by their side and protect them, not to be protected by her students. They have grown so powerful now that they can even fight against Herrscher. If she were to return to her previous state... well, surviving in this situation would be the best outcome. She shouldn't ask for more.

"The Fourth Shot".

Their eyes turned into heterochromatic golden-red pupils. Shen Gonglin and Kurumi used their abilities in unison, aiming one gun at Himeko's consciousness and the other at her body lying there. The power of the same origin was transmitted from the two guns, and time began to rewind. The erosion particles of the Imaginary Space on Himeko's body began to recede at a visible speed. The Herrscher of the Void sat in the air, watching the scene with great interest. This girl really can do anything.

The consciousness disappeared, but the body lying on the ground began to breathe. The first step was successfully completed. The most important moment was about to begin. If left unattended, Himeko would soon face death again. What Shen Gonglin had to do now was to reverse this situation.

With her heterochromatic eyes disappearing, Shen Gonglin's golden hair grew rapidly at a visible speed, making her already somewhat feminine face look even softer. Her pointed chin made her look like a fox spirit. The Herrscher of the Void had a thought, and the phone in Shen Gonglin's pocket was transferred to her phone. The Herrscher clumsily began to operate it. There was no reason for Shen Gonglin to only take pictures of herself; she wanted to take pictures of him too!

"Tsk, this face... It's clearly just a face, but why does it look so unpleasant now? This annoying feeling, it's truly worthy of Yukari Yakumo."

Staring at Shen Gonglin's current appearance, Tokisaki Kurumi felt extremely unhappy. It was just a change in hair length, but the two of them now looked 80% alike, as if they were really siblings. She absolutely couldn't let little Rin hair long in the future, otherwise, it would feel like she was with Yukari Yakumo at night... Ugh, just thinking about it gave her nightmares.

"Oh? I think you're the more annoying one, little sister. You're so annoying that I wish I could slap you to death."

Kurumi was muttering to herself when "Shen Gonglin" suddenly turned around and looked at her. The familiar voice made Kurumi jump. This is an oni! This voice is undoubtedly Yukari Yakumo! And who is her little sister?

"Um... why are you looking at me like that?"

Suddenly, they saw Kurumi's angry glare. Shen Gonglin tilted her head, somewhat confused, while the elf girl looked away. It seemed she hadn't fully pinpointed their location yet, but if Shen Gonglin Yokai Sage again in the future... it was only a matter of time.

No, I need to develop some teammates first. I'm really worried about going up against Yukari Yakumo by myself.

Chapter 198 The Strong-Willed Himeko

This is so strange... Never mind, let's deal with the immediate problem first. Shen Gonglin, but this ability can transcend distance and even life and death, just like the front and the back. With this power, the front and the back will no longer be separated.

"I will turn the world upside down!"

The boundary between life and death was broken. It was as if Shen Gonglin had grasped something with his right hand. Under his control, the power of the boundary was released to the fullest extent. The power of the Time Spirit restored Himeko's physical condition to the state before the War of Schicksal, while the power of the Boundary Demon reversed her future of death. After doing all this, Shen Gonglin's face turned much paler. Whew, it was much more tiring than expected.

All the power driving was consuming Shen Gonglin's physical strength. He was originally just an ordinary person, and he hadn't rested since arriving at the Domination Theater. Now that he had consumed so much physical strength, he felt like he couldn't take it anymore.

"I told you not to push yourself so hard... Come on, let me cut your hair first."

The elven girl caught Shen Gonglin from behind and let him lean against her to rest. However, she still felt very uncomfortable looking at Shen Gonglin like this. It was so strange, and she felt like she was holding a Yukari Yakumo. The girl took out a pair of scissors from somewhere and held them up to Shen Gonglin's head. She absolutely couldn't let him grow his hair long. If he grew his hair long, he would look too much like Yukari Yakumo.

"I... I survived?"

With the sound of scissors snip, Himeko, who was lying on the ground, slowly woke up. The real touch of her body made her look at her palms in disbelief. This feeling of weakness and exhaustion... it was her usual state. Because she started her Honkai energy adaptation training too late, Himeko was far less adaptable to Honkai energy than Kiana and the others, which was why her body was under such a heavy burden. This feeling full of hidden injuries was all too familiar.

"Of course, that's right. I always keep my word. Welcome back, Teacher Himeko."

The elven girl's skills were surprisingly good. Soon, Shen Gonglin's hair returned to its normal length. This effect didn't occur when using other powers; it only happened when she used the power of her realm. Looking at the red-haired woman in front of her, Shen Gonglin nodded with satisfaction. She believed that they would be very surprised when she took her back.

Welcome back... These simple words made Himeko feel like crying. Who would want to die if they could live? Although she would become the star guiding Kiana in the night sky, it would be a better choice to accompany her on her journey. And all of this had become possible through Shen Gonglin.

The woman in crimson armor suddenly pounced into Shen Gonglin's arms. The elf girl opened her mouth but then turned her head away, pretending not to see. Don't be angry, don't be angry. These are her allies. She will need them to fight against Yukari Yakumo in the future. After dealing with Yukari Yakumo... she will kill them all!

"Thank you, thank you..."

A warm feeling began to spread on Shen Gonglin's shoulder. Shen Gonglin reached out and gently patted Himeko's back. He cherished life, so he was happy that Himeko could continue to live. However... although Shen Gonglin wanted to continue holding her, this... was really a bit painful.

"Wait, wait a minute, I'll hug you later. You're poking me. What's that... um? Plague Gem?"

Shen Gonglin pushed Himeko away with all her might, and only then did she realize that something was poking her. A pink gem had appeared between them at some point. Shouldn't the Plague Gem be inside Kiana's body? Was this gem a projection of the Plague Gem?

They touched the Plague Gem, and the image that came out of the gem startled them. In the spacious theater, Kiana was fighting alone. The Plague Gem reflected Kiana's current condition. Did it mean that they should go and rescue Kiana as soon as possible? As expected of the gem that Himeko used before, it was also caring about Kiana.

"Let's go, we can't delay any longer, Teacher Himeko... Hmm? Himeko?"

Shen Gonglin wanted to pull Himeko away from this consciousness space, but the flame-like woman stood still and did not move. The moment the Plague Gem appeared, Himeko felt that being with the Plague Gem... her adaptability to Honkai energy had increased.

Moreover, only by staying inside the Plague Gem can he control the gem and wholeheartedly support Kiana.

"Shen Gonglin, give the gem to Kiana and tell her that no matter what, I will be with her. This gem connects us, and one day we will meet again. That day is not far away."

She made a resolute decision. Admittedly, she could go out with Shen Gonglin now, but what could she do in this state? With her body in such a state, she probably wouldn't even be able to unleash the full power of an A-rank Valkyrie. From her previous conversation with Kiana, she learned about the enemy they were facing. With her current strength, going out would undoubtedly only add to their burden.

Such a thing is unacceptable to Murata Himeko, who is proud throughout her life. So, even if they are to reunite, this Valkyrie must still appear in front of them as their teacher to protect them from the wind and rain. What kind of teacher would rely on their students for protection?

"Ah, but..."

Shen Gonglin was surprised by Himeko's decision and didn't quite understand her thinking. Shen Gonglin wanted to say something, but Himeko covered his mouth. Himeko stopped talking and just gazed at him gently. Stared at by those eyes, Shen Gonglin hesitated for a long time before finally nodding. Staying in the core to continue helping Kiana was Kiana's wish, so he should support her. Anyway, Himeko's life was now stable, and staying in the core might be a good thing for Himeko.

"Thank you... Come to think of it, I seem to have been focusing on Kiana the whole time, neglecting my other student. So, what do you want from this student I'm most proud of?"

Looking tenderly at the Shen Gonglin who had changed everything, Himeko felt incredibly proud. Since heaven had given her a second life, shouldn't she also pursue those things she had always longed for but never had the chance to obtain?

Chapter 199 What About Me?

What he wanted... Speaking of this, Shen Gonglin was no longer sleepy. Although he and Himeko had a good relationship, even brothers had to keep clear accounts. Besides, he was a true savior, so he should be able to ask Himeko for a little something. Speaking of which, he still owed Durandal money. Although their relationship wasn't as strained as before, Shen Gonglin still felt inferior to her if he didn't pay her back.

Durandal truly lives up to her title as the first Valkyrie of Schicksal; her salary and allowances are simply too much. A large portion of the money in my bank account that was scammed was hers. Although Rita transfers her salary to Shen Gonglin every month, it's completely useless. I need to find other sources of income. Himeko has been Valkyrie for so long; she should have some savings, right? I saved her life; it's not unreasonable for her to give me some money, is it?

"Hey, you're actually thinking about it. Remember, I give you things based on what I have, not what you want."

Before Shen Gonglin could even speak, Himeko raised an eyebrow, cutting him off. This fiery woman was even more passionate when it came to emotions. She wasn't like Kiana Mei, those shy girls. She had to show Shen Gonglin what a real adult was like.

Like a blazing flame, an astonishing heat began to spread across Shen Gonglin's lips, while on the other side Tokisaki Kurumi gritted her teeth. "Teacher Himeko, you're going too far! If you weren't doing this to me, I could pretend I didn't see it, but what you're doing now is a blatant provocation! Oh no, what if I suddenly want to stab my ally to death!"

"Go."

After gently wiping her mouth, Himeko pushed Shen Gonglin towards the door. Her fiery red figure vanished, leaving only a red Divine Fall Greatsword behind. At the same time, an identical core began to condense within Shen Gonglin's body. Following the Herrscher of the Void, Herrscher of Reason, Herrscher of Thunder, and Herrscher of Consciousness, Shen Gonglin gained the power of another Herrscher. Her four cores had increased to five, a truly joyous occasion.

However... Shen Gonglin wiped her mouth. That's it? Himeko ran away shyly after that? How embarrassing! Does she think this is impressive? You see, the current Shen Gonglin isn't the same Shen Gonglin as before. Kissing is commonplace for her now. At the Salt Lake Base, she would sneak off to kiss Bronya and Kiana whenever she had the chance, let alone with the more powerful Einstein and the Class President. This kind of contact is as bland as plain noodles to Shen Gonglin now. Sigh, it seems that Teacher Himeko still has a lot to learn.

"You're gone... What are you brooding over there all by yourself?"

Shen Gonglin pulled the greatsword from the ground, ready to settle everything, while the elf girl squatted on the ground motionless, looking like a defeated dog. What was wrong with her?

"It's nothing, it's just that I feel like I'm a bit like Kiana right now... yeah, that's right, like the Kiana finds her own hat and puts it on herself."

What is this girl saying? Why can't I understand a word she's saying?

"Despair will not disappear, we will not disappear, you cannot change the malice in people's hearts, you cannot change this ugly world."

No matter how many times it was shattered, that rabble would always reform. Kiana gritted her teeth and prepared to continue her attack. Just then, a spotlight shone from the center of the theater. Kiana looked up in the light and the sight before her eyes made her eyes widen in horror. The Class President and Bronya were bound by threads and suspended in mid-air. The sharp threads were even bleeding. These despicable people!

Countless dolls descended from the sky, blocking Kiana's view. These guys, when will they ever stop?!

"Without the Herrscher Authority, you are nothing but a... weakling."

Controlling the puppets, the aggregate of a thousand wills once again disappeared into the darkness. Kiana wanted to rescue Bronya and the Class President, but the swarming puppets blocked her way again. The threads tightened, and the clear sound of bones dislocating could be heard. Bronya, who was bound in mid-air, couldn't help but let out a painful whimper. No, she had to hold back and not interfere with Kiana!

"Stop! Let them go!"

Wielding the Spear of the Void to clear the path, Kiana found that no matter how hard she tried, the number of puppets didn't seem to decrease. Kiana had no idea how many puppets she had killed. Her arms were aching, and she didn't even bother to wipe the sweat from her eyes. The controlled puppets had a wide variety of weapons, and the countless enemies made Kiana's battles extremely difficult. Damn it!

Bending low to avoid the charge, Kiana reached out and shoved her hand into the doll's mouth. The girl turned and slammed the doll to the other side to block the attack, but the next moment more dolls rushed up. The sound of cannons exploding came from behind. The girl who was hit staggered and fell to the ground. No, it can't end here yet!

The girl struggled to her feet, but the rushing dolls grabbed her hand, head, shoulders, and arms as she brandished the Spear of the Void. Seizing the opportunity, the dolls pounced on Kiana, pinning her to the ground and unable to move. Kiana gritted her teeth, her azure eyes gleaming with starlight. The Spear of the Void that appeared in the air tried to free Bronya and the Class President from their restraints, but just as she was about to succeed, the threads entangled her again.

"You can't even protect them."

The seemingly fragile threads transformed into sharp blades, severing the Spear of the Void. Kiana, suffering a backlash, saw the star rings in her pupils flicker and then disappear. Meanwhile, the blood flowing from the threads binding the two dripped from top to bottom onto Kiana's face.

"This is the end of man's road."

The dolls slowly gathered around, and Kiana's weight grew heavier and heavier. The threads bound her body, and the omnipresent pressure made it impossible for Kiana to stand up. She was like a butterfly being held in a giant hand. Damn it, damn it, move!

"We are all losers, humanity is all losers."

As the threads tangled more and more, Kiana felt her consciousness growing increasingly blurred, like a drowning person. Kiana struggled with all her might but could only extend one hand. No, she couldn't, she had to give in!

"They have already fallen, and you are the last."

The doll's voice was quite mocking, but just then, a voice that greatly excited Kiana suddenly rang out.

"The last one? Have you forgotten about me?"

Chapter 200 The power of belief

The expected sound resounded throughout the Domination Theater. Due to the previous attack, Kiana's two braids had come undone, and the girl was bound by threads and kneeling on the ground. Upon hearing this sound, her somewhat dim blue eyes brightened again, and the girl struggled to raise her head. In her eyes, the golden figure was still tall and imposing.

"Seriously, they came... too slow."

The girl managed to say those words with difficulty, while Shen Gonglin smiled slightly. Was she late? Why did he feel it was just right? Shouldn't a hero make a grand entrance last? He had just been thinking about how to make a cool entrance, but Kiana seemed to be unable to hold on any longer.

"Really? I think my arrival now is... just in time!"

A star ring shone in her deep purple pupils as the Herrscher of the Void activated her power. The Spear of the Void emerged from the void and pierced precisely at the threads binding Bronya and the Class President in mid-air. The being known as the rabble tried to stop it with the threads, but the all-pervasive spatial tunnel allowed the Spear of the Void to weave through like a nimble fish. Currently, the core of Shen Gonglin still harbors the consciousness of the Herrscher of the Void. It can be said that Shen Gonglin's control over the Herrscher of the Void Core is stronger than anyone else's!

"Damn it, we can't afford to waste any more time..."

The sudden appearance of Shen Gonglin terrified the dolls. They were as afraid of the Herrscher of Thunder... no, even more afraid than the Herrscher of Thunder. They had to kill Kiana quickly. If they could get rid of her, there would still be a way out.

The threads, like the sharpest blades, tried to cut Kiana. The girl struggled to hold on, and when Shen Gonglin saw this, she threw the red blade in her hand at Kiana. The rescued Class President and Bronya also fell from the air. Oh no, which one should I catch first?

That sword... That's right, under these circumstances, she would absolutely not give up!

Despite her vision being heavily obscured by the silk threads, Kiana still caught a glimpse of the red light. Kiana was all too familiar with that color. With all her might, the girl reached out and broke free of the threads. Kiana grasped the hilt of the Godfall Sword. Now it was her turn to do what she had to do: to tell everyone that their choice was right!

The Godfall Sword past like a shooting star, carried Kiana away from the binding threads. With a flick of her wrist, the girl instantly repelled the swarming puppets centered on Kiana. Holding the sword in one hand, she looked remarkably like a different person in Bronya and Fu Hua's eyes.

Then the two seriously injured girls fell to the ground and rolled several times. After confirming that their landing location was safe, that Shen Gonglin Shingu caught the Heavy-duty Rabbit that had fallen with Bronya. There was no other way; catching either of them would be wrong, as the other would definitely be jealous. So, this was all Shen Gonglin could do.

This guy has been inhuman more than once or twice. He ignored the two girls' fierce glares, thinking that Heavy-duty Rabbit was more important. What if the mechanical creation got broken?... But I wonder which of the two girls was more kind-hearted. With Heavy-duty Rabbit pinning her down, it seems that Shen Gonglin can't get out.

"Is your attack over? Now it's... my turn! No objections, right?"

Kiana felt boundless power emanating from the sword. At that moment, her figure merged with the figure in their memories. Bronya and Fu Hua's eyes filled with tears. It was her, it really was her!

Holding her sword in one hand, the girl resolutely launched another reunion with the dolls. Unlike before, she now had them and their support, and she had to respond to them. Star rings shone in Kiana's azure eyes, a sign that she Herrscher Authority of the Void. Her unique perception of space allowed her to sense which part of her body was in danger. Like the most outstanding ballet dancer, Kiana moved among the dolls as if she were dancing.

Damn it, why did she have to stand up again? Just because that guy came? He was almost defeated, but because of Shen Gonglin's appearance, Kiana's fighting spirit seems to have been rekindled. With him by her side, she can do anything... And that sword, how hateful!

The puppets' attacks intensified, with countless puppets wielding cannons firing at Kiana. With an innate sense of danger, the power of the Herrscher of the Void reminded Kiana to react. The girl swiftly dodged all the attacks by stepping on the void. In mid-air, Kiana fiercely swung down the Godfall Sword in her hand, causing a violent explosion in the field.

This attack should bring some peace and quiet for a while.

"Why resist? We're all losers!"

Kiana stood up amidst the smoke and dust, wiping the sweat from her cheeks. Before she could rest, a sharp claw suddenly tore through the smoke and bound her completely. Looking at the doll that lunged at her from the smoke, she saw no harm despite the smoke... Had she forgotten what Shen Gonglin had said? Damn it, had she been careless?

Fire!

Accompanied by such a calm sound, several blue lasers shot out from the other side of the smoke and dust, and all the dolls that rushed forward were pierced by the lasers without exception. Kiana and the mob turned to look over there. Bronya, who was lying on the ground, was reaching out her hand. The power of the Herrscher of Reason was gradually flowing into her body. Kiana could not be left to fight alone. As for Shen Gonglin... he should be suppressed for a while longer.

"Kiana doesn't care what you're saying, because she's an idiot... an idiot who won't give up!"

Bronya was unable to fight in her current state, but she could entrust her will to Kiana. Blue light shone on the greatsword in Kiana's hand, a sign that Bronya was entrusting Kiana with the Herrscher of Reason's Authority. Feeling the trust of her comrade, Kiana closed her eyes. When she opened them again, the girl's other pupil had transformed into the Herrscher of Reason, with the orange star-ring pupil and the other blue pupil reflecting each other like stars.

Also, you idiot Kiana, it's more convenient to tie your hair up when you're fighting.

Bronya's phantom appeared next to Kiana and tied her long silver hair into a single ponytail. The two stood together and stretched out their hands forward. This was Bronya's power!

Chapter 201 The Power That Connects Everything

Countless pieces of knowledge flooded Kiana's mind. She had never felt anything like this before. Kiana understood that this was Bronya's power. Following the girl's guidance, Kiana, with Bronya's cooperation, used the power of the Herrscher of Reason. Countless Key of Reason appeared throughout the Domination Theater. Can you withstand this attack of the Herrscher of Reason's power?

Also, Bronya took the opportunity to call me an idiot, and I heard it.

Countless blue lasers swept across the entire Domination Theater, obliterating everything inside. Kiana could now see the void around her. The puppets were gone, but this mass of beings called the Mob was still there!

Looking down at Kiana, the mob waved their hands, and all the shattered ruins of the theater around them rushed towards Kiana. The Key of Reason constructed by the Herrscher of Reason was completely destroyed. The girl gripped her sword, ready to fight back, but at that moment, another power entered Kiana's body. This feeling... was the Class President.

She changed me, and she changed many people. In the future, she will change even more people. I want to witness that day. We will not stop here!

A fiery white feather drifted down gently; the attack missed. The rabble looked up, and many soft feathers floated in the air. Then, a girl emerged from among them like a phoenix rising from the ashes. The red light on the greatsword represented the power of the Herrscher of Consciousness. Like Bronya, Fu Hua entrusted her share of power to Kiana. And Kiana ...

In combat, it's better to wear armor, even just gauntlets, which will be enough to protect you.

A meteor streaked across the sky, and a vortex of fire descended from above. The rabble quickly mustered countless arms to try and stop it; the arms represented control, and in this arena, they would not lose so easily.

Countless arms rushed towards the flames descending from the sky. Although the flames were devastating, they still showed signs of weakness under the weight of these countless arms. The arms stopped the flames of the Immortal Chiyuan, and a hint of smugness seemed to appear on the expressionless mechanical faces of the rabble.

Your ideals will not come true; this world has never been a good place!

Countless arms carried Kiana into the sky. The girl gritted her teeth and endured the pain. The flames gradually died down, and the three lights on Kiana's greatsword, representing the Herrscher of the Void, the Herrscher of Reason, and the Herrscher of Consciousness, dimmed considerably. This enemy was truly troublesome.

Tsk, we still have to let this guy out. Honestly, he's been waiting for this moment.

On the other side, Bronya and Fu Hua, who had been watching the battlefield unfold, exchanged a helpless glance and nodded. They looked at Shen Gonglin, who was lying flat on his back with the Heavy-duty Rabbit pinning him down and blinking incessantly. If they could, they really wanted to keep pinning him down forever.

"Go, and don't come back if you don't win."

With the Heavy-duty Rabbit gone, Shen Gonglin dusted himself off and stood up. Hearing Bronya's slightly arrogant words, he gave them a thumbs-up to reassure them, because it wasn't just them; there was someone else supporting Kiana.