But operations that could practically be considered bug exploits were not feasible in reality.
As for directly carrying out a Heavenly Calamity Ascension and draining the Void Realm dry that way...
Even if it seemed feasible, whether it was a scholarly or martial calamity ascension, neither he nor the Mech Servants could consider it at this stage.
"It's fine. Since I can already 'see' and even 'enter' that completely empty Void Realm space, I'm sure there'll be a way eventually."
The liquid inside the medical pods was gradually drained away. As the pod doors opened, Eriri and Utaha Kasumigaoka opened their eyes as well.
Upon discovering that they were lying inside medical pods, the two Young Girls were startled at first. They only calmed down after sitting up and seeing Jiang Lianqiu.
"Brother Qiu, did we... fail?"
Eriri looked blankly at her hands, clenching and unclenching her fists.
"In theory, it was a success." Von Noymiau promptly presented their examination reports. "Whether it is Eriri or Kasumigaoka, both of your current levels of mental strength are no weaker than Jotaro Kujo's. This alone has already exceeded my original calculations—based on the projections, it should have been impossible for your first enhancement of mental strength to yield such excellent results."
"Incidentally, both of you also have extremely faint Psionic Energy fluctuations. What cannot be explained is that Jotaro Kujo, who underwent the development alongside you, does not possess this trait."
"His mental strength was simply enhanced. I believe Star Platinum's abilities will evolve in the future."
"Also, the reason you two cannot feel anything right now is that your mental power has yet to stabilize. Once it gradually does, you should slowly figure out what abilities you have gained."
Hearing this, Kasumigaoka and Eriri both breathed huge sighs of relief. Eriri even clapped her hands and ran excitedly to Jiang Lianqiu's side. "That's great, Brother Qiu! Does that mean I'll be able to help you from now on?"
"Yes, yes~"
Jiang Lianqiu rubbed Eriri's head, then turned to ask Von Noymiau, "Am I in the same situation?"
"Quite the opposite." Von Noymiau shattered Jiang Lianqiu's hopes. "Your mental strength has indeed strengthened, but its stability is absurdly high—impervious to all influence, stubbornly unyielding..."
"Is that how you use idioms?! From now on, you eat at the same table as Shang Shang!"
The "reconnaissance antenna" atop Eriri's head instantly sprang up in alarm.
"Who's Shang Shang?"
Why had Brother Qiu suddenly mentioned a name that sounded obviously like a girl's, yet one she had never heard before?
Jiang Lianqiu froze for a moment. After thinking it over, he felt it was about time to tell Eriri about Su Shang.
Thus, a few minutes later—
"You're possessed by a ghost!!!!!"
Eriri's pupils shook, while Utaha Kasumigaoka stared in stunned disbelief.
Who are you calling a ghost?! Damn it! Qiu Zi, hurry up and let me talk to Xiao Lizi! I'm a rising star among the cloud knights!
Su Shang began rolling around on her bed in her own world.
"Stop rolling, stop rolling. You're getting so worked up that your rolling is making me a little dizzy..."
After vigorously shaking his head, Jiang Lianqiu had just soothed Su Shang when he saw Utaha Kasumigaoka circling around him with her hands behind her back, clicking her tongue in amazement.
After a while, she narrowed her eyes as if she had thought of something. Her face flushed slightly, and after glancing at Eriri, she deliberately said:
"According to what you're saying, Junior, couldn't I assume that you already understand absolutely everything about that girl, 'inside and out,' with perfect clarity?"
"How's her figure? How does it compare to mine?"
"What's the difference between 'using' a girl's body and a boy's body? Can you tell me how it feels?"
"She wants to duel you." Jiang Lianqiu's mouth twitched. "She's throwing a tantrum and rolling around, demanding that I completely release control. You should pray for yourself."
Utaha Kasumigaoka: "?"
Seeing Jiang Lianqiu's expression change, Utaha Kasumigaoka hurriedly spoke. "Wait!"
"Too late~"
"No! Really, wait! Junior! I think I've figured out what my ability is!"
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