Reporting After the Purchase / Rita's Birthday and Plans for the Future

"This is... Apollo machine?"

Based on the description, Gwen's expression became complicated as he confirmed his identity.

During Gwen's childhood, the giant robot who lay dormant for 31 episodes before being resurrected and then dying at lightning speed left a deep impression on him.

Although he only appeared in a few episodes, Apollo on screen showed Gwen what numerical beauty was, and it was also the first time Gwen knew that there was a word in this world called "leader" - a leader who can make everyone feel at ease, make everyone believe that they can win, as long as he appears.

However, while the vivid memories of his childhood were undeniable, and the impulse to buy a product arose from these memories, Gwen's rationality also kicked in, prompting him to question whether the purchase was appropriate.

According to the description, this machine has completely lost its energy source and original consciousness, leaving only its hard shell.

For Gwen, perhaps its greatest use is as cover in certain situations?

Apollo himself might not mind using his body to shield humans from some attacks, but for Gwen, it was somewhat of a childhood nightmare.

Moreover... to put it bluntly, from a purely profit-driven perspective, 7,000 points is a bit of a luxury if it's just for use as a shield.

As for further research and development of this machine created by the supreme god Autan, attempting to learn some technology from it, or even trying to revive it using Earth technology...

Gwen personally wasn't very optimistic about it.

After all, while Earth's current technological level may not make it difficult to leave a planet, it is still a long way from the level where a single ship can freely enter and exit planets with atmospheres, or even easily travel through interstellar space.

Such a large technological gap makes it difficult for Gwen to have much confidence in this.

However, the outer Star Rail world seems to have the potential to achieve this.

However, Gwen has not yet been able to access any technology capable of providing this level of expertise.

Moreover, besides repairs, Gwen also lacked a crucial energy source to get it moving—

The Father of Cocolia next door fiddled with it for years but it never got moving.

The energy source required for a machine capable of easily traversing interstellar space is obviously much larger.

As he pondered, Gwen slowly closed the details page of the third item, gazing at the one gold and three purple items before him, lost in thought—

Do you want to buy it?

With Gwen's current savings, he could buy them all.

However, this would leave Gwen with a precarious balance of points.

However, as he was pondering, Gwen looked at the seemingly intertwined golden and purple lights and a flash of inspiration suddenly appeared in his mind!

Chapter 180 Post-Purchase Report

"Merge together?"

Not letting this glimmer of inspiration slip by, Gwen his thought, his eyes growing brighter and brighter.

"Integration... integration..."

Could we use Absolut's energy source to power the latter's body, thereby attempting to restore the body, which possesses a certain degree of self-repair capabilities?

Moreover, if I remember correctly, Belobog seems to have technical data provided by the company hundreds of years ago before it left, which might be of some help.

In addition... I also have Velvie's Crystal Flower here. If I could awaken it...

Perhaps... there's a chance to witness the Sun God again?

With an barely suppressed excitement on his face, Gwen, growing more and more excited as he thought about it, made up his mind and bought all three items, including the Mind Cube.

After hesitating for a moment, and seeing that he still had nearly 10,000 points left, Gwen gritted his teeth and bought the T-Virus Stock Solution that he suspected was taken from Chu Xiaodingdang Xuan.

After all, this means a key to accessing individual or even multi-level systems.

As for the dangers of unlocking a lock without divine intervention...

Gwen hadn't forgotten that he wasn't an ordinary person with zero enhancements. Having reached level 7, his physical attributes probably far surpassed those of some unenhanced Tier 3 individuals.

With such a foundation, plus the technological support from Schicksal, the danger is far less.

As for the energy required?

Honkai Energy everywhere, and Schicksal even has two Herrscher Gem that are not currently being used, which can ensure that Gwen has enough power.

Looking at the gleaming gold and purple items in his system inventory, Gwen couldn't help but feel a sense of satisfaction.

However, the only thing Gwen could take out and play with right now was the Mind Cube—

Looking at the Mind Cube in his hand, which he could barely grasp and which shimmered with a strange aura, resembling those seemingly unreal girls, Gwen felt a great sense of satisfaction.

However, after Gwen played with it for a while and put it back, seeing his bank balance had deteriorated to four figures, his satisfaction vanished instantly, leaving only a deep emptiness.

It's like spending two and a half years working hard, buying a top-of-the-line computer, but having no games to play.

"Call..."

Gwen exhaled a breath of stale air, quickly shaking off the feeling, and began to do another thing for the day—

After confirming that the doors and windows of the room were closed and the curtains were drawn, Gwen gently tapped the watch-like Yue Tian Summoner on his wrist.

After a series of operations, a soft blue light appeared on Yue Tian's summoning device, manifesting as a pale blue projection—

Gwen and Moonbeam disappeared for two hours, Schicksal, which synchronizes with Gwen's signals in real time, could not possibly be unaware of this.

Even though he had already sent a message that everything was alright, Gwen still needed to report back.

Even though Gwen's prepared report was, in a sense, quite perfunctory.

Gwen wasn't kept waiting long; the communication was quickly established, and the person on the other end was exactly as Gwen had anticipated.

"Long time no see, Gwen. Have you finally found time to call home?"

Otto rested his chin on one hand, smiling as if chatting with an old friend, which softened his handsome, charismatic face, making him appear less imposing than the Archbishop of Schicksal and more approachable.

"Has Otto's control urge kicked in again?"

He muttered to himself, but Gwen remained calm and respectful on the surface.

"I'm sorry, Your Lord Bishop, I've worried you."

"I'm so glad you're alright..."

The signal disappeared today. Is there a malfunction in YueTian's positioning system? Or is it simply that it cannot locate in certain scenarios?

Seeing that Gwen was all business and had no intention of chatting with him about marks, Otto got straight to the point.

"No, Your Lord Bishop, there was nothing wrong with Yue Tian. It was my actions that caused Yue Tian's positioning system to malfunction for those two hours."

Gwen shook his head, not going along with Otto's conjecture to fabricate a lie.

"Your actions?"

Otto frowned upon hearing this and sat up straight.

"To elaborate, if it affects the positioning system, it's hard to guarantee that other systems won't be affected."

This means that this armor may malfunction during your combat in the future.

"..."

Gwen did not answer Otto's request directly this time, but instead showed some hesitation.

"Um?

Let me guess..."

Seeing this, Otto did not hesitate, but simply showed a look of great interest.

"Could it be... that you came into contact with the Conquest Gem?"

As a result, the armor's positioning system was affected?

That's not impossible—

According to records from that time, the Conquest Gem seemed to contain authority related to electromagnetic forces, and the Third Herrscher of the Previous Civilization was even named the Herrscher of Thunder.

It's understandable that the armor, being a highly sophisticated piece of equipment, would be affected after coming into contact with the Conquest Gem.

Otto's casual guesses were indeed becoming more and more coherent, but his gaze remained fixed on Gwen in the projection, his expression carrying a smile that Gwen couldn't understand.

"Although I would love to answer yes, unfortunately, that is not the case..."

Hearing Otto's well-intentioned explanation, Gwen was somewhat tempted, but ultimately chose to give up.

"I don't have any leads on the Conquest Gem yet, and the reason for the Moon Sky signal loss is not the search for the Conquest Gem..."

As for what it actually is... please allow me to report back upon returning to headquarters. While the communication system on the Moon Sky is indeed well-concealed, it is still ultimately susceptible to eavesdropping.

"Um..."

Otto, upon hearing this, did not object; he merely raised an eyebrow, then smiled and nodded in agreement.

Otto believed he understood Gwen's personality quite well. Although he could be a bit reckless at times, he was very cautious most of the time, so this decision did not surprise Otto.

However, Otto couldn't help but wonder what it was that made Gwen so serious.

Seeing Gwen's relieved expression, Otto smiled and offered words of comfort:

"Don't put too much pressure on yourself, Gwen."

While Conquest Gem is precious, it's not indispensable to Schicksal; just do your best.

"Um..."

Upon hearing this, Gwen's eyes flickered slightly, but he did not reply, only nodding gently.

Seeing his expression, Otto couldn't help but sigh inwardly—

Based on his understanding of Gwen, he probably wasn't prepared to just give up like that.

However... it's good for young people to experience some failures; it's better than making a big mistake and then realizing that their abilities are limited.

While thinking this to himself, Otto's smile remained unchanged on his face.

"So, Gwen, is there anything else you'd like to talk to me about?"

Chapter 181 Rita's Birthday and Future Plans

"..."

Looking at Otto's warm smile, Gwen remained silent for a moment before slowly speaking:

"If it's possible, could you please do me a favor, Your Lord Bishop?"

"Um?

What kind of help?

Otto, who had expected Gwen to simply say it was nothing and hang up, raised an eyebrow and asked curiously.

"Today is Rita's birthday. If you can, please convey my apologies for not being able to celebrate with her and wish her a happy birthday for me."

Under Otto's gaze, Gwen spoke slowly.

Yesterday was the last day of February, and today is March 7th 1st, Rita's birthday. Gwen remembers it very clearly.

"So that's what you were worried about..."

Otto feigned realization, a hint of mockery creeping onto his smile.

"However, it's better if you say these words yourself rather than have me relay them—"

As he spoke, Otto raised his hand and turned the device in front of him.

As Gwen showed a surprised expression, the camera quickly panned to the other side of the office—to Rita.

In the shot, Rita stands up from the sofa, gives Gwen, and says with a smile:

"It's been a long time, Gwen. It's a great honor for Rita to remember Rita's birthday from so far away..."

"Isn't this what friends should do?"