Alicia is the Real Golden Finger in Honkai! Chapter 7

Of course, although the two could communicate directly through Gwen's abnormal energy, Prometheus spoke aloud when recounting past events, considering the possibility of listening devices. Only when it came to secrets did they communicate mentally.

Fastening the button on his wrist, Gwen's fingers touched the bracelet that lay quietly on his wrist, invisible and intangible to others—

After returning from Ginga's world, the Light-Dark Spark, Gwen's final gift, also came with him into the system space.

And at Gwen's feet was the stone that had sent him to Ginga's world.

Gwen picked it up again, and no unexpected events occurred, such as being sent to the Ginga S set.

However, when Gwen unintentionally brought the two into contact, they transformed into a form Gwen was incredibly familiar with within a hazy halo of light—

"Paraj Bracelet?"

Looking at the genuine Bandai product on his wrist, identical to the one worn by Rabbit, Gwen, after a moment of surprise, didn't dwell on it. He simply studied it for a bit and eventually succeeded in making it invisible—

In Ginga S, a situation where someone wore such a large, genuine Bandai product on their wrist but only Yapo the Alien noticed was virtually impossible in reality. It was better to hide it.

As for the name Light-Dark Spark... Gwen changed it—

Since it had been purified and only a few black marks remained, calling it Dark Spark didn't quite fit. Calling it Light Spark would be an insult to the unyielding black patterns on its body. In the end, the naming-challenged Gwen simply changed its name to this for the time being.

Sensing that he could pull out the Spark Gun at any moment to shoot Otto, Gwen stepped out of the lounge.

Guided by the terminal, Gwen arrived at a reception room and met a man with golden hair, blue eyes, long hair tied into a ponytail slung over his left shoulder, fair skin, and a stunningly beautiful appearance.

Although there was a significant gap between a 2D character and a living person in reality, combining the information given by the lady earlier, Gwen had tentatively confirmed the other party's identity—Otto Apocalypse.

However, before Gwen could speak, Otto, who had been waiting for who knows how long, stood up, smiled, and extended his hand to Gwen:

"Welcome back to this world, hero of the previous civilization."

"Thank you for your... praise of the previous civilization, but I am not the hero you speak of."

Shaking hands with Otto, Gwen calmly replied, "I am merely an ordinary person who, under the protection of heroes, has been fortunate enough to survive until now."

"But by injecting the Hyper-Evolution Factor and choosing to enter the dormancy of all things to open up a new future, haven't you also made a heroic choice?"

Otto's smile didn't falter, speaking like a reliable senior encouraging a young person lacking confidence.

"Thank you for your compliment, but at least for now, I am still just an ordinary person who can do nothing."

Gwen gently shook his head.

"Hmm...

Being down-to-earth is indeed a commendable quality...

Come, let's sit and talk."

Appreciatively nodding, Otto pulled Gwen to sit on the sofa, poured a cup of water into an empty teacup, and pushed it towards Gwen:

"I imagine you've already guessed my identity."

"Schicksal's Grand Bishop, Mr. Otto?"

Gwen asked tentatively.

"Yes, I am Otto, the Grand Bishop of Schicksal you mentioned."

Otto nodded with a smile, then leaned forward slightly, his eyes fixed on Gwen's:

"Regarding Schicksal, you can think of it as the former Fire Moth.

However, compared to Fire Moth, Schicksal has fewer internal conflicts...

At least, as a warrior, you don't need to worry about things unrelated to combat.

Would you consider joining Schicksal and fighting against the Honkai with Schicksal's power?"

Although the many documents left by Fire Moth did not specifically record his scandals, with Otto's intelligence, it was not difficult to deduce the internal discord within Fire Moth through certain events.

Moreover, even without those documents, Otto could confirm this from Void Archives' occasional remarks.

"Of course, I have no intention of forcing you to join Schicksal. If you don't like fighting and just want to build a new world, Schicksal can arrange suitable work for you.

With the gains Schicksal has received from you opening the ruins' permissions, you can obtain enough money to support a worry-free normal life for a lifetime."

"...Although I have already made my choice, I still have to ask, how many Herrschers have appeared in the current civilization?"

After a moment of silence, Gwen finally asked.

Chapter 12 Otto: Prometheus will surely achieve something, don't you think, Void Archives?

Upon hearing this, Otto immediately replied:

"In 1953 AD, the First Honkai erupted.

In 2000 AD, the Second Honkai erupted.

And now, it is October 2013 AD, and the Third Honkai has not yet erupted.

Of course, the years here are just a method of dating and do not mean that the current civilization has only a history of two thousand and thirteen years."

"It's already the third Herrscher..."

Gwen slowly nodded upon hearing this.

"The Honkai has taken everything from me, leaving me with nothing.

Whether for revenge or to survive, I only have one choice left.

However, regarding whether to join Schicksal, I hope Bishop Otto can give me some time to understand Schicksal better before making a decision.

Of course, if you need me for anything, I will cooperate as much as possible.

It's just that before I fell asleep, I was just an ordinary volunteer. I can't help with research issues or confidential matters."

"Of course, that is your right."

Otto's smile remained, and he nodded, looking completely confident:

"Schicksal's doors are always open to all humans who are determined to fight the Honkai."

"Thank you for your understanding, Bishop Otto."

Gwen nodded and expressed his gratitude.

"Heh, it's nothing, it's only natural."

Otto waved his hand with a smile, appearing unconcerned. He then made a couple of adjustments on the terminal in his hand, and the main door of the reception room opened. A lady Gwen had just met walked in.

As she entered, Otto began to introduce her to Gwen:

"Let me introduce you. This is Elizabeth 'Choukai' MacSmith, the director of Schicksal's Saint 1504, Seventeenth Institute of Choukai."

With a roll of her eyes, Otto introduced her, seemingly recalling something.

"Ms. Choukai? Hello."

Upon hearing this, Gwen stood up and shook hands with the first person he had seen since waking up.

"Hello, my name is Elizabeth MacSmith. Although, someone does call me [Choukai] directly."

"That just means it's how everyone prefers to call you, Choukai."

Otto said with a smile at this moment.

"I just found it amusing that Yolandale called me that, so I didn't correct her. I didn't ask you to change my name, Bishop."

Giving the mischievous man a glare, Choukai complained.

Although she called him "Bishop," Choukai's tone and expression showed little respect.

"Well, if Yolandale can, then I should be able to as well, since I'm your superior."

Otto smiled and shrugged, joking with his subordinate without any airs of a bishop.

"So, you're saying the higher rank trumps all, right?"

Giving Otto another glare, Choukai didn't continue the banter. Instead, she turned to Gwen:

"Whether it's [Choukai] or [Elizabeth], feel free to call me whatever you like, just don't give me any more strange nicknames."

As she spoke, Choukai flashed a meaningful smile:

"After all, while I'm definitely not a bad person, I might not always be a good person."

"Of course, although our Director Choukai likes to tease others, she's not some evil scientist and won't do anything too extreme."

Adding a word of explanation for Choukai, Otto continued his introduction:

"Although Director Choukai's main focus is quantum mechanics, as a genius, she has made achievements in many fields. She can help you smoothly understand Schicksal's current technological level and formulate a scientific and reasonable training plan to help you become stronger.

Of course, considering you've just arrived in the current civilization, you might have some safety concerns. I'll also set aside a separate laboratory that Miss Prometheus from your body can oversee for your daily check-ups."

"If that's the case, then I gratefully accept your offer."

Gwen nodded and accepted Otto's sincerity.

"By the way, Bishop, since you're being so generous, why not approve more funding for me too?"

Choukai also said with a smile:

"Look, you've given me so much more work, so it's only right that you give me more funding, right?"

"Regarding the funding for Saint 1504 Institute, Choukai, you'll have to discuss it with Amber."

Otto replied with a helpless shrug:

"You know, Amber holds the purse strings of Schicksal. I have to deduct the funds for Kallen Fantasy from my own budget."

"Let's go, Gwen, I'll show you around my place."

Seeing Otto's infuriating tendency to pass the buck, Choukai didn't hesitate. She grabbed Gwen and walked out of the reception room, completely ignoring Otto.

"Heh..."

After Choukai pulled Gwen away, Otto chuckled, stretched leisurely on the sofa, looking relaxed and content.

"It seems you're quite satisfied with him."

A male voice, somewhat resembling Otto's, suddenly sounded. Void Archives, which looked like a golden cube, glowed slightly.

However, Otto didn't show any displeasure at being interrupted; in fact, the smile on his face grew even wider:

"Heh, of course."

"While his identity is quite suspicious, at least he's a good kid willing to be used by me, isn't he?"

"But the 'good kid' you speak of hasn't told you a single truth."

Void Archives mocked.

"After all, as he said, he's just an ordinary person. It's normal to hide information in an unfamiliar world. If he had revealed everything upon meeting me, I would have worried he had ulterior motives."

Otto picked up the teacup on the table and drank the plain water in one gulp.

"And now, time will prove everything. I will help him find what he lost in the new world, and he will deliver what I want into my hands, won't he?"

"Heh... I guess that's just like you."

Void Archives scoffed, unsure if it was mockery or admiration.

"The man who controls everything..."

"Ha... I merely gave him what he wanted, and in return, I received what I desired. Trading sincerity for sincerity, that's all."

Chuckling lightly, Otto put down the empty teacup, a brilliant smile on his face.

"Rather than talking about me, how about we talk about your sibling? Or perhaps sister? After so long, how does it feel to see your relative again? To what extent do you think she can help our Mr. Gwen? Will she wholeheartedly assist him and help him become a qualified Fusion Warrior? Or will she do her job properly and help this civilization fight the Honkai? In any case, I believe she will achieve considerable success, don't you think?"