Kiana Missing? / The Downfall of Honkai Is Declared

Perhaps he was created by the surge of Imaginary Energy?

On Apollo's shoulder, the Herta for a moment, then suddenly uttered a startling statement.

"Um?"

Gwen was puzzled by her words.

"I just played the Space Station's surveillance footage in reverse. I previously kept you here as a Curio Collection."

"And it was during a failed experiment that I found you amidst the rampaging Imaginary Energy."

Herta subtly concealed its dark history of being caught off guard.

"So this is how I got here..."

Thank you, Ms. Herta, for allowing me to lie here peacefully for so long.

Gwen said sincerely—

Given the geniuses' ability to create chaos, Gwen felt that if the Herta were to really go all out with destructive experiments, he probably wouldn't be able to withstand it while he was unconscious.

"You're welcome.

Since you haven't seen each other for so long, go and chat with him first.

By the way, don't spread that data around. I'm going to confront her about it. How could she do something like this on the Space Station...?

With that, Herta sat on his staff and drifted away.

However, while she said she was settling accounts, Gwen felt more like she had uncovered her friend's embarrassing past and wanted to expose it to Ruan Mei.

Chapter 860 Kiana is missing?

Gwen was naturally very interested in what kind of little drama would unfold between Herta and Ruan Mei. He was just watching the drama unfold between two geniuses, something even Aha would find fascinating.

But compared to this melon, Gwen is more concerned about the current situation on Earth.

How exactly did Welt Young get here?

What is the current state of Earth?

Filled with doubt, Gwen walked toward the train, while mentally opening the chat interface. He noticed that after he announced the emergency, no one messaged him anymore, clearly waiting for him to handle the problem.

"The crisis is over, I'm sorry to have worried you."

After sending a reassuring message to everyone, Gwen then inquired about the situation on Earth—

How much time has passed on Earth exactly?

What is the general situation?

One more thing, what is the current situation of Welt Young, the former Herrscher of Reason?

On Earth, at the Destiny Headquarters, Rita was overjoyed by Gwen's resurrection not long ago. However, after chatting with Gwen for a few minutes and casually sharing the news, she received news that Gwen was in trouble. Rita, who was extremely worried, finally breathed a sigh of relief upon seeing this.

"Rita, Gwen has replied again. Did you receive it?"

You Lan Dai Er looked at Rita, and the once dashing and perfect Valkyrie now had a mixture of worry and relief on her heroic face.

Worried about the trouble Gwen is in, but relieved that Gwen, who has been out of contact for three months, has finally come online.

"Yes, I received it, Lord You Lan Dai Er."

Rita nodded, her smile perfect, without a single flaw, showing no sign of the worry she had been feeling about Gwen's disappearance.

"Gwen is asking how much time has passed on Earth, the general situation, and the situation of Welt, the Alliance Leader of Anti-Entropy."

Anna shared the information she had received. The group at headquarters had just gathered together because of Gwen's sudden login, and their communication went smoothly.

"Alliance Leader Welt Yang disappeared on the same day as Kiana."

Upon hearing that familiar name, Raiden Mei's cold demeanor softened even further.

"If no one asked him about the other person, then it is very likely that Gwen has already encountered him."

After Gwen went missing, Mei rarely smiled, becoming more like the Herrscher of Ice than Anna, making her unapproachable.

Even though all signs have indicated that the Honkai has most likely been eliminated or severely damaged, to her it is no different from the world being Honkai by the Honkai.

If it weren't for the tokens and other items given to Gwen by Griseo that proved Gwen was not dead, but just temporarily unreachable, the Stigmata Consciousness within her would be genuinely worried that its host would become a Herrscherization.

"It is indeed possible that Kiana and Mr. Welt were both caught up in the Imaginary Space at the same time. If Welt was able to encounter the Alliance Leader Gwen, then Kiana, who has the power of the Imaginary Space, should be even more unharmed."

As Bronya spoke, she looked at You Lan Dai Er—

Of them, You Lan Dai Er was perhaps under the most pressure, having lost her lover and sister at the same time, and also bearing immense pressure as the core of the preparatory plan.

"Hoo... Hmm!"

Exhaling a long breath, You Lan Dai Er nodded slightly, her smile showing more ease and composure.

"In that case, let's answer separately."

Rita and I will answer Schicksal's questions. Mei, you talk to Anti-Entropy their movements. Anna..."

Soon, Gwen received many replies from everyone.

Upon receiving these messages, Gwen's brows furrowed immediately—

Kiana has gone missing?

"!"

Upon hearing this news, Gwen's mind raced with a multitude of thoughts, like weeds sprouting in his head. Even knowing that Kiana had disappeared almost simultaneously with Welt Yang, he was powerless to stop her—

Welt Yang has been traveling on the Stellaris Train as Nameless for quite some time, but Kiana hasn't replied to him at all, which most likely means she's not in a good state.

Who are you?

Is there anything wrong with the train?

Upon noticing Gwen's arrival, a mascot wearing a tall hat appeared at the train door and asked Gwen a question.

"You must be Pom-Pom. My name is Gwen. I greet you from Deir Tirnan."

"As for now, I'm here to see Welt; it's urgent."

Gwen leaned down and looked into the carriage—

Through the window, he could see Welt Young running inside.

"Gwen, are you finished talking?"

Welt Young, upon seeing Gwen, couldn't help but ask.

He thought Gwen was going to chat with the Herta for a while, but before he even entered the bedroom, he saw Gwen coming over.

"Rejoice, our Ms. Herta is a kind and understanding genius who let me through."

Gwen smiled and reached out his hand to the train door.

"Come on up, let's talk about things back in our hometown."

"Did you get in touch with them?"

Even though he had already guessed it, Welt Young was still overjoyed.

"Yes, I just got in touch with them. They told me about your disappearance."

As Gwen spoke to Welt Young, he also addressed Pom-Pom, who looked utterly astonished.

"Conductor Pam, I'll give you a surprise later. I need to go and talk to Welt about something else first."

If time permits, Gwen wouldn't mind taking Pom-Pom out for a while and asking Pom-Pom what kind of being she is, a creation of destiny or something else.

But for now, let's clarify things about Earth and Kiana first.

"You absolutely must come to Apa."

Pam wanted to ask Gwen where he knew Tirnan's name, but seeing Welt Young's expression, she knew the two had something urgent to discuss, so Pom-Pom suppressed her sense of urgency.

"Welt, don't worry. It seems to be due to the cocoon or the curvature of the universe. In any case, only three months have passed on Earth, and Earth is very stable with no major incidents."

Gwen cradled Welt Yang in his palm, reassuring him before eagerly asking,

"Now, can you tell me how you got here?"

"Certainly."

Upon hearing Gwen's words, Welt Young's anxiety lessened considerably. It was only three months; even if something happened, it wouldn't be anything serious.

"As for why I came here, I'm a little curious myself—"

That day, I was preparing backup plans for the North American region when I suddenly stepped into the Imaginary Space and encountered many Imaginary Constructs.

Although I still had some fighting power without the Herrscher Core, I was no match for those things. I fought and fled at the same time, and was eventually swept into the real world by a huge energy tide.

Me and Himeko, both severely injured—

The navigator of this Stellaris Train, also known as Himeko, is someone you've probably already met.

Together we defeated those enemies, launched the Stellaris Train, and stepped into the starry sky.

I have been searching for traces of Earth throughout this time, but to no avail.

Of course, I also took precautions to maintain secrecy and did not reveal too much information.

Chapter 861: The Anniversary of Honkai

"Did it fall directly into the Imaginary Space?"

Upon hearing this description, Gwen didn't know whether to be happy or have a headache.

I'm happy because, according to Mei's description, Kiana also fell into the Imaginary Space at that time, perhaps for a reason similar to Welt Yang, which provides a clue.

The headache is that the Imaginary Space, though called a space, is not as simple as an alternate dimension. Finding Kiana, who may have already fainted, in it is truly like finding a needle in a haystack.

Moreover, if Kiana, like Welt Yang, was thrown to the Star Rail Universe by the waves of Imaginary Energy, it would be almost impossible to find her unless Kiana could wake up and respond.

Moreover, Kiana's unread and unreply messages made Gwen even more worried about her current state, wondering if she had encountered some unexpected situation.

Gwen did not become the Herrscher of Finality, yet he remained in a deep sleep. He did not know whether this was due to the power of historical correction or an accidental coincidence.

Whether it's due to historical correction or a simple accident, he has to hurry back and retrieve his missing Kiana.

"Welt, I received news that when you fell into the Imaginary Space, Kiana and the others also encountered the siphoning effect of the Imaginary Space."

Kiana saw everyone else out, but she couldn't escape and is probably still there. I'm planning to go back now and find Kiana. Are you planning to come back with me, or do you want to make some more preparations?

Gwen calmed his chaotic thoughts and asked Welt Young.

"I..."

At this moment, Welt Young did indeed hesitate—

He really wanted to go back, to see Tesla, to see everyone at Anti-Entropy, and to tell them in person that he was alright.

However, he was also worried about what was happening on the train. The train, which had just restarted, was already under-resourced, and if he left, Himeko would likely be unable to handle any problems alone, which made him very uneasy.

"What I mean is, are you coming back with me now, or are you waiting for me to come back so we can go back together next time?"

Gwen noticed Welt Young's hesitation and knew it was Old Yang's sense of responsibility that was pulling him back.

"I...

Could you please wait a few minutes while I write a letter and record a video?

I really want to go back and see them, but everyone on the train can't do without me for the time being.

Rescuing Kiana is bound to be a huge undertaking, and I'm worried that if I'm gone for too long, the train might break down.

Welt Young hesitated for a long time, but ultimately made a decision driven by his sense of responsibility.

With Gwen around on Earth, those he cares about in Anti-Entropy won't have problems, but the train could really derail.

"If you're only worried about the Stellaris Train, you can go back and stay for half a day. I'll bring you back and then you can go find Kiana."

After all, Imaginary Space isn't exactly a place to find people easily; preparations need to be made.

"Gwen said."

"If it doesn't bother you while you're looking for Kiana..."

Welt Young had to admit that he was tempted.

"No problem."

Gwen nodded.