This Unlucky World / That'll Cost Extra

Of course, the original plan was orchestrated by the Big Sister, Zero, so this blunder has nothing to do with him.

Chapter 396, Section 415: This Unlucky World

More than a decade ago, the Second Honkai broke out in Siberia. Super Soldier Kevin, seeking revenge, meticulously planned a god-slaying war. After obtaining all the key elements, he went to the moon alone.

The history known in modern society as the "Moonlight War" thus began, and the result was naturally that both sides perished together in Siberia, and the [God] representing the will of Earth disappeared without a trace.

This was originally an unsolvable dead end for Kevin.

But the unexpected arrival of the Diva goddess in the battle gave him a glimmer of hope— the Flower of Calamity in Zero's eyes that could bring people back to life!

Before his death, Kevin overlapped spaces, detonating the World Will while simultaneously shattering his own, Sirin's, and Zero's bodies.

As a result, the substance of the Flower of Calamity seeped into the souls of the three and automatically reconstructed their bodies. However, due to the severe injuries they sustained, they were only able to awaken several years later during a violent Spacequake in Mongolia.

Indeed, Zero, as the Oldest One host of the Flower of Calamity, was naturally well aware of these past events.

Unfortunately, Kevin's and Sirin's souls were severely shattered. It's already a miracle that they were able to piece them back together. It will probably take a very long time for them to regain their memories.

After trying to help a few times, Zero naturally gave up. For a certain Diva goddess, keeping her as a concubine is always better than sharing her.

Of course, Zero will not explain these specific details clearly; he will only briefly mention the past.

The changes in the world order after Kevin's death are the focus of her discussion today.

"Firstly, since the fall of [the gods], legend has it that because the World Barrier shattered, humanity lost its protection, and disasters have frequently occurred in various places."

"Even unusual phenomena like Spacequake have occurred, leading to the occasional emergence of anomalous creatures from Spatial Rift..."

"As far as I know, these illogical entities are classified in a unified way, and the SCP Foundation is responsible for their containment and oversight..."

"Another benefit is that the coordinates of some ancient civilizations have been exposed due to the Spacequake, leading to a qualitative leap in human technology..."

"Regional groups possessing ancient civilization sites and advanced technologies are springing up like mushrooms after rain, becoming a significant factor influencing the world..."

"Currently, in addition to the state as an inherent instrument of violence, various organizations are also ranked according to their size, strength, economy, influence, and other factors."

"There are eight top-tier organizations, each with its own unique characteristics. In recent years, they have stabilized and have generally kept to themselves."

Ling paused for a moment, reviewing the materials she had crammed beforehand to prepare for the lesson.

"First, the SCP Foundation, claiming to be the largest, is governed by the O5 Council, primarily located in Europe. It operates discreetly and covertly, primarily dealing with anomalous creatures, thus maintaining good relations with various countries and enjoying widespread support..."

Kevin seemed lost in thought, recalling the information he had extracted from Koko, and silently refining his understanding of the world.

The SCP Foundation has branches all over the world, hidden among different groups of people. Its seven task forces are rumored to be quite terrifying, and once they are deployed, there is basically no anomalous creature they cannot handle.

Koko had only vaguely heard the names of the first five teams: "Wolf Pack," "World Tree," "Funeral Parlor," "Apocalypse," and "YoYo Leaf"...

Zero seemed somewhat wary of the SCP Foundation, saying only a few words before moving on to the organizations to be wary of.

Second, the Avengers, the dominant force in North America, are said to be a behemoth that combines the Mutant School and S.H.I.E.L.D.., rising to fame after being thoroughly defeated by their old rival, Hydra.

Third, Anti-Entropy prioritizes technology and has a radiating influence that extends throughout South America and Oceania. It has also established multiple research bases in sparsely populated areas such as Antarctica and Siberia.

A gathering place for many brilliant minds, claiming to be at the forefront of technology, its initial structure was loose, but since the current leader Cocolia, took office, he began to implement centralized measures.

Fourth, St. Freya Academy, formerly known as the [Schicksal] organization, was reorganized after Bishop Otto abdicated due to serious injury. Sister Theresa, who succeeded him, reorganized the organization with the support of the Siegfried Couple and the Snow Wolf Squad.

Therefore, the various branches of Schicksal were transformed into the St. Freya Academy, which educates special talents and seeks peaceful development.

Principal Theresa, Vice Principal Cecilia, Academic Director Siegfried, Far East Branch School Principal Fu Hua...

The reason they know so much is because the place where Sirin and Kiana registered this time is the Far East Campus of the St. Freya Academy.

Fifth, the Roman Papal Legion, under the influence of Christianity, the world's leading religion, has been lying low for some time. Recently, it has been active in the Inquisition, with numerous "miracles" reportedly occurring and legends of a "saint" being born.

Sixth, Schrodinger Company, which is said to have originated from a declining giant like Triad Pharmaceuticals. Later, during Spacequake, it unexpectedly obtained the coordinates of several ancient civilization ruins, thus becoming extremely wealthy and becoming a leading energy company.

Legend has it that this group extracted Mako Energy from Honkai energy crystals, achieving a leapfrog development in energy technology compared to Anti-Entropy.

Meanwhile, Schrodinger Company maintains a special army called the [Imperial Army], which is said to have formidable combat power.

Seventh, Super God Academy, a secret organization that has only just begun to emerge in Kyushu. It is only known that it is related to genetic engineering, and the rest is just hearsay. Anyway, keeping things hidden is a Chinese habit.

Eighth, DEM Company. This group is also relatively mysterious. They want to find out the truth about Spacequake and have also become involved with things like witchcraft and nature spirits. In short, they are very mysterious.

The above eight top-tier institutions are all comparable in strength to a country, but each has its own unique characteristics, making it difficult to say which is stronger or weaker.

Of course, these are only the ones that have been exposed. Even the well-informed Koko cannot guarantee whether there are other independent organizations.

At this point, Zero threw the scribbled paper and map into the trash can and got up to prepare for his journey.

Kevin was a little confused and couldn't help but remind the Big Sister.

"Sister Zero, what about the second- and third-rate organizations? You haven't mentioned them yet..."

Ling frowned and thought for a moment, then brought up a few more names that had some influence.

"The Republic of Wakanda in Africa has a few little secrets..."

"In the Middle East, be aware of a Wanted called the Brotherhood. Their Gun Fu, which supposedly makes bullets curve, is likely an outward manifestation of genetic awakening..."

"Furthermore, because the war against the gods more than ten years ago was so shocking, many organizations have secretly launched research on gene awakening, resulting in a lot of messy, unfinished products."

"Among them are [Deep Sea], which trains special agents for various countries, and [Wild Serpent], which hopes to unlock human potential..."

"The Deep Sea seems to have close ties with the Roman Curia. [Wild Serpent] is a multifaceted entity, having received funding from [Anti-Entropy] and also having connections with the Japanese Shinra Company..."

Kevin nodded slightly, habitually wanting to gather more information, and then tried to press for more details.

Unexpectedly, Zero, who was getting impatient, rolled his eyes and snorted coldly.

"Why ask so many questions? As for the rest of the small fry, who dares to mess with you? Just wipe them out! Do you need to know the names of people who are about to die?"

Yes, yes, yes... the Big Sister is as domineering as ever!

Kevin could only offer perfunctory praise, then saw the three of them into the car and watched them drive away.

This wretched world is really not peaceful, so what should I do?

As Kevin pondered, a sudden thought struck him, as if he had come up with a good place to go.

P. S.: The world-building is now complete. Anyone who likes Final Fantasy VII and XIII, or a certain dating sim?

I admit it, I'm attracted to Tifa and Lightning Sis's bodies.

I admit, my son is both handsome and beautiful.

Chapter 397, Section 416: More Money Required

A courtyard in a small town.

"I'm rich! I'm rich!" The arms Arms Queen, hands in her pockets and a smug look on her face, squinted and chuckled as she looked at the truckload of new goods she'd acquired at bargain prices.

I heard that both the guerrillas' and government troops' equipment need to be refurbished, and we can also give the children some rations along the way.

"Bang!"

Just as the woman was fantasizing about ripping off both sides at the highest price, a small pebble hit her on the head.

The Arms Queen, who had long been on the fringes of the battlefield, instinctively leaped into the air, hiding behind half a car door, and drew her gun, aiming it at the wall.

However, in the blink of an eye, the figure darted to within a step of him, immediately stopping and flipping his palm.

Before the Arms Queen could even react, those ten fingers, moving like butterflies flitting among flowers, had dismantled her pistol into countless parts scattered on the floor.

When the smiling White-haired Shota tossed her Beretta, now only holding the handle, into his arms, Koko, realizing it was a false alarm, rolled her eyes in annoyance.

"So it was you, you little brat! Instead of spending time with your Big Sister, you sneaked out to have an affair with me. Aren't you afraid she'll be jealous?"

Although she couldn't beat this monster in a fight, Koko, who always liked to control the pace of the game, immediately launched a sarcastic remark that was both subtle and firm.

As expected, you took advantage of Zero's possessiveness; you're as despicable as ever.

Kevin looked the tall, silver-haired beauty up and down, a slight smile playing on his lips.

"Miss Merchant, she's away on a long trip and can't control me. Give me the remaining half-cent, and we can still be friends..."

They actually dared to rob me! Have you forgotten who helped you bandits settle down? Where's your integrity? Koko a surge of anger.

"Hey, can't you have some sense of contractual obligation?"

"Big Sister signed it, it has nothing to do with me..."

Kevin shrugged, looking completely nonchalant, then, after a moment's thought, added fuel to the fire with another remark.

"Of course, I'm not an unreasonable person. If you want someone to keep you company, I'm willing to take a small loss and reluctantly agree..."

Even after many years, Kevin's talent for sharp tongue remains unparalleled. Before he could finish speaking, the arms dealer, the tough queen, smiled, then immediately became furious, her face hardening as she swept her leg across the ground. She then assumed a fighting stance and launched a rapid attack.

"Oh, Israeli military combat techniques? You've got some nerve. That punch wasn't quite there; raise it a centimeter higher, lift your claws higher. That's not how you use joint locks..."

Ten minutes later, Kevin calmly commented that after the "Arms Queen" unleashed a series of powerful attacks, she squatted on the ground, panting heavily.

She wasn't Martial faction to begin with; she relied mainly on her brains in business, leaving the rest to her group of professional mercenaries.

But thinking back on their previous encounters, Koko shook her head helplessly. Even if all nine of them went together, they still couldn't handle any one of those weirdos in their family.

Just then, the phone vibrated. Koko glanced down at the message, and in an instant, her bitter and resentful expression turned into a radiant smile.

"Money isn't an issue; it's all about who I am, you are..."

"I'm going on a trip soon anyway, so how about we go on our honeymoon together, like we said before?"

Kevin cautiously stepped back, his eyes darting around.

"Koko, what you just said is dangerous..."

Koko, having confirmed once again the allure of that seductive woman to someone, couldn't help but smile and, seductively, pull out a wad of Franklin from the safe and place it in front of Kevin.

"Don't worry, it's just going out for a walk, are you in?"

Kevin frowned slightly, his face full of suspicion.

"You'd be so kind? Didn't you always bring your best friend Valmet along on missions before? And Sister Zero, she..."

Koko subconsciously ignored Kevin's suspicions and put on a professional, negotiating smile.

"Business has been quite busy lately; they all have to go to their respective agency areas for promotions..."

"Besides, a honeymoon, don't you think we're a perfect match?"

"As for Zero, I will guarantee it!"

Kevin hesitated for a moment, but finally nodded reluctantly amidst the "sincere" smile of the Arms Queen.

After receiving a satisfactory reply, Koko opened her phone, replied to the message, and a slight smile unconsciously appeared on her lips.

How could I bear to drag my entire fortune into this mission? You're the most suitable person to go...

Kevin tapped the table lightly with his right index finger, a cunning glint in his eyes.

He was even planning to extort some money to escape that Obsessed Woman's clutches and go abroad. Now the problem is perfectly solved, and he even has another scapegoat. Who else would he rip off if not him?

Immediately, the cunning young boy and the scheming merchant shook hands, tacitly agreeing that they were both fools.

However, after the formal agreement was reached, Koko walked around to Kevin with a serious expression, bent down, and looked at the teenage boy strangely.

Before Kevin could even react, a pair of outstretched arms pulled him tightly into a hug.

"Same fur color, beautiful face, and cool, comfortable skin..."

"Hehe, little Kevin, I've wanted to hug you for a long time, but your Big Sister is too strict and never lets me. Now I can finally do it..."

Hey, could you please change the word "coat color"? It makes me feel like I'm your white poodle.

Kevin's distorted face, squeezed against Koko's chest, furrowed as he silently complained to himself.

After the woman had her fill of touching, she grabbed Kevin and ran towards the bedroom.

"Hey! What's up? I don't want to get chased down by the Big Sister with you!"

Kevin's face turned as if he were rooted to the spot, his expression one of a young boy looking at Obsessed Woman, quite wary.

"Change your clothes! The tickets are already booked, hurry up, we need to catch our flight..."

Unaware that the little boy had labeled her a "Obsessed Woman," Koko simply took it as a minor's fear of a woman's room and gave him a casual answer.

Finally... finally met a normal one...