A New Product-The Shattered Imperial Blade / Leave It to Me, My Princess
When they were at the Burial Agency, Ciel might have wondered what was hidden beneath the other party's apparent goodwill.
But now that they are about to part ways, Ciel is able to let go of that apprehension.
Although Kihara Kishou-in returned to the Church's headquarters in Europe, the news of the defeat of Serpent of Akasha Roa and the apparent return of the True Ancestor Princess Arcueid Brunestud to her former glory was also brought back.
Meanwhile, a bombshell rumor has been circulating privately—
The pretty boy next to Arcueid, as previously mentioned in some comments, is actually an exceptionally strong individual.
The other side was the culprit that fought a major battle on the lunar surface a couple of days ago and is suspected of causing the moon to deviate from its orbit.
However, this major issue, which would normally have prompted meetings and discussions among various factions, was merely placed on the desks of important figures.
Because of this matter, these important figures have even more important things to focus on—
The Deadpool, who had seemingly been quiet for many years, appear to be about to stir up trouble again.
Having left their lord, the White Knight, acting alone, have gathered a large number of Dead Apostles under the command of Black Princess Altrouge, making it clear that they want to settle accounts with the White Wing Duke.
The Great War of the Dead Apostles is about to erupt, and this is the major event that could directly cause an earthquake in the entire mystical world.
Everything else has to take a backseat, unless a god sneaks out of the Inner Sea of Stars.
Faced with this act that resembled a declaration of war, the White Wing Duke, who was being used as a scapegoat, naturally wouldn't act like a quail—
As the most powerful Dead Apostle King in reality, and a typical vampire, White Wing Duke responded to Altrouge's declaration of war in the most direct way—by starting a war.
A bloody battle erupted between the two groups of assassins, drawing cheers from the members of the Holy Church.
The intensity of the war terrified even the Dead Apostles. In order to end the battle quickly, White Wing Duke Tevanm Ottenrosechet chose to personally lead the army into battle.
Then he was ambushed by Altrouge—
Just as he gained the upper hand in his battle against the Black Knight and was preparing to press his advantage and cut off Altrouge's arm, Altrouge suddenly appeared on the battlefield. With unexpected strength, she overwhelmed the White Wing Duke and ultimately defeated the de facto King of the Dead within her unique Inherent Domain, which she had never shown before.
The death of the White Wing Duke seemed to be a signal. After dealing with the White Wing Duke, Altrouge immediately went after the next True Ancestor, Rita Rogean, who called herself an artist...
After demonstrating unexpected combat prowess, Altrouge swept through the ranks of Ancestor of the Dead Apostles, either recruiting them into her ranks or slaying them.
In just a few days, the Dead Apostle War, which had been raging fiercely just moments before, was about to come to an end. The blood and bones of the former king and the "unruly" Ancestor of the Dead Apostles paved the way for Altrouge to ascend to the throne of the Dead Apostle King.
Seeing the world about to head in a strange direction, someone who didn't really want to sever the world's Counter Force began to plot—
"If we let him continue doing this, the world will go in a completely skewed direction."
How are you going to stop him?
He cannot summon heroic spirits, and even if ordinary beasts appear, they are no match for him. The True Ancestor is already his man.
Do you want to experience what it's like to lose your only satellite?
"We can't just sit here and wait to die."
"Then what can you do?"
Let's get that giant spider moving and end everything sooner?
Oh, just a friendly reminder, that thing might not necessarily solve the problem for the other party.
Moreover, if they can arrive silently, they can certainly leave silently as well.
"Now that we're here, let's get down to business."
"Strictly speaking, he is doing the right thing right now."
"That's only for humanity; it's not necessarily a good thing for the world."
"Le, you're still so narrow-minded."
"If you're going to do something, do something that benefits the world."
"So what exactly do you want to do?"
"Get out of my way and don't get my blood all over you."
"There is a world that also faces the threat of aliens, so let them fight like dogs."
That world?
How are you going to send him there?
He's no ordinary person who can be teleported with you.
"He seems very interested in the system, so let him go in and take a look. Use the system to send him to that world."
"Ha, what if he doesn't fall for it?"
"Then let's think of other ways."
"Dian, you're always like this, always thinking about the big picture but never the small details."
"Further words are pointless..."
Driven by an unnamed Counter Force, certain progenitors of the Ancestor of the Dead Apostles, unwilling to become subjects of others yet also unwilling to become dead, suddenly realized something within the Principle Blood Rings and initiated a ritual to summon a certain being...
Chapter 581 A New Commodity—The Broken Imperial Edict Knife
"The Broken End"
Seventy thousand thirty-three swords were broken in Izumo Country and forged into twelve revered "World-Protecting Edict Blade"...
Twelve swords were broken in Izumo Country, and two were eventually forged into the "World-Bearing Edict Blade."
One is the beginning, and the other is the end.
Of the 747 swords forged throughout the land, only one can save Chuyun...
In the final showdown, the End was severed by the Beginning.
Do you remember why Izumo wanted to forge swords?
Price: 10,000,000 points.
Looking at the newly refreshed golden items in the shop, Gwen fell into deep thought—
"Izumo... Imperial sword..."
Is this the "Final" blade wielded by the white-haired ghost during his final battle with Izanami before confronting the Great Marshal Black?
Gwen had a very clear impression of the Thousand Star Journey Player One, which he had rarely seen.
"Before the transmigration, everyone speculated that it was probably a world similar to Earth in Honkai Impact 3rd, and that the so-called power of the Imperial Decree Blade originated from a 'god' similar to the Herrscher."
Judging from the pricing of this dog system, this Broken Blade, though broken, probably still possesses considerable power...
If it wasn't the final infection of "nothingness" by the Great Marshal Black, then it could only be "the end"...
In other words, it is most likely a power corresponding to the authority of the Finality...
Given the similarities between the experiences of the two worlds, it is highly probable that this power is related to the time granted by the Cocoon of the End.
Moreover, considering the premise of forging the sword... it may also contain the power of the previous twelve swords..."
Summarizing his understanding of the Izumo storyline, Gwen speculated about what this Broken Blade might bring him—
"If that's the case..."
If we can adapt to or even analyze the power emanating from this sword, then the chances of suppressing the Cocoon of the End will be much greater..."
With this in mind, Gwen did not hesitate any longer and bought the Broken Blade directly.
Ten million points?
Just a little water.
He's doing something big in the Tsukihime world. If he succeeds, he's guaranteed tens of millions of points, so he doesn't need to worry about that.
"And...
If I were to take this knife and wave it in front of the Izanami, I wonder if it would restore her even a little bit...
While pondering this, Gwen had already retrieved the Broken Blade he had purchased at great expense.
Anyway, this isn't Honkai world, so there's no fear of triggering a riot from the Cocoon of the End.
Without a sound, a sword hilt with only a small portion of the blade fell into Gwen's hand, and an invisible rhythm spread outwards, a terrifying power emanating from all sides.
Gwen, was directly subjected to the onslaught of that terrifying power.
In an instant, Gwen's sword-wielding hand was stained with a filthy black, and inhuman marks could be vaguely seen spreading across it.
"..."
Feeling the terrifying corrosiveness, Gwen raised an eyebrow. His Cosmo slowly ignited, and golden flames rose, instantly evaporating the dark color.
"This damn corrosiveness..."
Although the minor trouble was resolved in an instant, Gwen still couldn't help but raise an eyebrow—
"So that's why the person wielding the knife in PY eventually turned into a vengeful ghost?"
It's practically on par with the Abyss next door..."
With a muttered thought to himself, Gwen began to carefully examine the Broken Blade in his hand, analyzing the power within it.
The bad news is that the power within this sword is extremely complex, possessing various powers and a corrosiveness comparable to, or even surpassing, Honkai Energy. Moreover, because it is only a broken piece of the Broken Blade, the original balance has been disrupted, and the power within it is even more chaotic.
Good news! Among the complex powers, there are many that Gwen is familiar with, including the gravity, domination, and restraint he currently possesses, as well as the electromagnetic force he felt in Mei's body. These familiar forces allow Gwen to easily analyze the power within them by focusing on specific aspects.
And...
"Really..."
Feeling the chaotic yet unified power within the Broken Blade, Gwen couldn't help but smile with satisfaction.
The speculation is correct; the Broken Blade contains the power he desires.
Suddenly, as if accepting or acknowledging Gwen, or perhaps Gwen had passed some kind of implicit test, a questioning voice seemed to drift back from the distant past—
"Do you remember why Izumo wanted to forge swords?"
In that instant, Gwen seemed to see a person with a hideous face, almost devoid of human form, with only his striking white hair, asking him that question.
"For... the world where the one I love is..."
Even though the other party had long since vanished, Gwen still answered in this way.
The next moment, his almost supernatural vision shattered, and Gwen saw only the Broken Blade in his hand; there was no sign of the white-haired demon.
However, Gwen knew that it was not an illusion, but the last wisp of thought that the other party had entrusted to this Broken Blade...
"Call..."
Although it was only an echo, Gwen - meaning ferocious/hideous) figure—
Perhaps when they first received their first knife, they were still full of conviction and determined to move forward.
But as his comrades fell one by one, and his homeland gradually turned into ruins, with no hope in sight, the man who could only comfort himself that as long as he kept going, there was hope, eventually became a white-haired ghost...
Although there is no Black Sun in the Solar System, and the Cocoon of the End is gradually becoming his prey, Gwen is still affected by that despair and his mood becomes depressed.
It wasn't that he couldn't eliminate this influence, but Gwen wanted to use this emotion to remind himself not to slack off or become complacent.
If I fail, this might be my fate...
Just as Gwen was encouraging himself, he suddenly paused—
His backup plan on Altrouge was triggered.
In other words, Altrouge is about to be beaten to death.
"The one who could beat Altrouge to this extent... is it the so-called resurgence of the Six Royalties of the Dark Night?"
While he was pondering this, Gwen had already torn through space and entered a battlefield.
Before he could even glance at Altrouge, whether she needed healing or a resurrection spell, Gwen raised his hand and created an invisible wall in front of her—
Aries Defensive Skill Crystal Wall, uses telekinesis and the Cosmo to create countless crystals that form an invisible and impassable protective wall, blocking, defending against, or deflecting enemy attacks and surrounding them.
The next moment, a massive torrent of blood crashed against the invisible Crystal Wall, producing a series of ear-piercing hissing sounds that were so loud they drove people mad.
However, none of this affected Gwen behind the Crystal Wall or Altrouge, whom he was protecting.
"What happened? How are you feeling?"
Holding up the Crystal Wall to block the oncoming attack, Gwen looked down at Altrouge.
Chapter 582 Leave it to me, my Princess.