Sponsoring Cocolia's Orphanage! / Cocolia: The Teen Years!

Upon hearing this, Ein nodded seriously, because she knew that the failure of the Previous Era was mostly due to the infighting among the Flame-Chasing Moths and their lack of understanding of the Honkai!

But this time, with the help of Ling Xi and the other hibernators, humanity will surely be more powerful than the Previous Era!

Moreover, this current bipolar structure may be more conducive to human development, because only competition can provide motivation. Once external pressure disappears completely, humanity will unconsciously begin to slack off. This was the phenomenon during the period after the unification of Previous Era!

"Ling Xi".

Thinking of this, Ein suddenly asked, "After Dr. Mobius and the others wake up, do you plan to establish your own power, or will you directly integrate into our Anti-Entropy?"

"Integrate into Anti-Entropy?"

Ling Xi was stunned.

"Ling Xi, I think you should consider it!"

Ein slowly added, "We can directly integrate Anti-Entropy, since the Alliance Leader is currently more concerned about the game, so..."

Ein smiled and looked at Ling Xi, saying, "How about... you take on the position of Anti-Entropy Leader? As long as you ask, I... well, I think the Alliance Leader wouldn't refuse."

"Forehead..."

Hearing this, Ling Xi was speechless. Good grief, I only came here to take you in, I didn't intend to take Anti-Entropy in as well!

Moreover, Ling Xi didn't want to agree, because there would definitely be a lot of trouble afterward, and once she became the leader of Anti-Entropy, Otto might also have some ideas, and...

Ling Xi wasn't sure if the position of Anti-Entropy Leader was the main trend in the story. She had already managed to deal with Sirin with great difficulty, and she really didn't want to cause any more trouble!

Besides... given the pride of the Doctor and the others, they will inevitably rebuild their own organizations after awakening, whether it's the former Flame-Chasing Moths or the World Serpent established by Gray Serpent, anyway...

In any case, Mobius is definitely not as good as joining Anti-Entropy. After all, the Doctor and the others are from the Previous Era and have their own pride. Moreover, she probably wouldn't even look down on Anti-Entropy's meager strength!

"This is just a suggestion."

Seeing that Ling Xi was somewhat embarrassed, Ein changed the subject and said with a smile, "Ling Xi, it's already noon. Let's go have lunch first, and we can talk about the rest after we finish eating."

"Okay!"

Seeing that Ein had changed the subject, Ling Xi wisely stopped bringing it up. In short... maintaining the status quo is the best course of action, regardless of Schicksal or Anti-Entropy.

In the afternoon, Ein took Ling Xi to visit Anti-Entropy -Anti-Entropy's headquarters and its various armed mechs. However, Ling Xi hoped that Ein would study the Hypervariable Factor more than the mechs, since machinery would be nothing more than aiding the enemy when facing the Herrscher in the later stages!

The potential of the Hypervariable Factor is far from being exhausted. For example, if the super- Artificial Honkai Eruption Hypervariable Factor developed by Doctor Mobius could be used freely, the strength of the Fused Warrior would be greatly enhanced!

Unfortunately, before it could be fully developed, the Previous Era had already ended!

However, Ling Xi also knew very well that Ein, Tesla, and others chose to leave Schicksal and establish Anti-Entropy because they could not accept Schicksal's human experiments, and the Hypervariable Factor...

To be honest, even Dr. Mobius himself only made it initially perfect after sacrificing tens of thousands or even hundreds of thousands of volunteers!

This road... is littered with countless corpses!

Chapter 654 Sponsoring Kolylya Orphanage!

Ling Xi stayed in Anti-Entropy for three days, during which time she also exchanged many future plans and ideas with Ein, as well as some knowledge about the Previous Era. In the end, that girl even took some information about the Hypervariable Factor and two sets of Stigmata Gene from Ling Xi!

Of course, all of this was given voluntarily by Ling Xi. After all, it was an opportunity for Ein to start actively researching Stigmata and Hypervariable Factor, which could be considered a change for her!

At the same time, although Ling Xi did not accept Ein's suggestion to become the leader, he still managed to obtain the identity of an executor. He could mobilize most of the resources of Anti-Entropy and was an executor with real power, but he did not have to do any work in his daily life. It was essentially a nominal position with real power!

Ling Xi did not refuse this, after all, this identity was somewhat useful, and she didn't have to manage anything, which perfectly met her requirement of wanting to slack off.

"Hello, President Ryoma!"

Before returning to Schicksal, Ling Xi went to the Far East to meet another father-in-law... no, I mean, to meet his colleague, the Raiden Ryoma, who was also Anti-Entropy executor!

"Hello, Ling Xi!"

Raiden Ryoma immediately extended his hand to shake hands with Ling Xi, not underestimating her just because Ling Xi was an executor who had been parachuted in. After all...

Raiden Ryoma was quite clear about the relationship between Ling Xi and Sirin, and he also knew that the Divine Key of the two S-rank Valkyrie of Schicksal were given to him by Ling Xi, so...

Ling Xi isn't alone; you never know how many hidden big shots are behind him!

"I hope my visit has been intrusive and has not disturbed President Ryoma?"

Ling Xi looked at the other party with a smile, while also wondering if she could see Mei. Mei was born in 1997, so she should be three years old now. In 2014, Cocolia first sent Ryoma to prison on charges of embezzlement, then took control of ME Company and activated the Conquest Gem implanted in Mei's body, causing the Third Honkai Eruption to erupt!

Although it's still a long way off, and... the future plot probably won't be the same as what I know!

Although the Third Honkai Eruption is inevitable—that's history, and it's part of the plot arranged by Tree—but... now that all four cores are in Schicksal's hands, Anti-Entropy shouldn't be able to take them from Schicksal, and besides...

Cocolia, I wonder if Cocolia 'll establish another orphanage this time...

How could that be?

Raiden Ryoma said very politely, "On the contrary, Ling Xi's arrival has greatly honored my humble abode. Please..."

Then, Raiden Ryoma invited Ling Xi into his home, where his wife was also there, holding a little cutie in her arms, who was... Raiden Mei!

Okay, this girl looks adorable now, she'll definitely be a great cook in the future!

Of course, Ling Xi was just taking a quick look and didn't have any particular intentions, at least not now. The real reason she came to see Ryoma was for Cocolia, since Ryoma's ME Company was in charge of Asian affairs, which is why Ling Xi came to see him.

"An orphanage established in Siberia?"

When Raiden Ryoma heard Ling Xi's question, he thought for a moment, then took out his tablet to search and said, "There is such a project, but it is not a project directly led by us, Anti-Entropy. It was an aid application made to us by a former Russian soldier named Cocolia. Out of humanitarian considerations, we did not refuse!"

"Cocolia ..."

Ling Xi immediately asked, "So, where is Cocolia now? And where is the orphanage located?"

"Both the orphanage and Cocolia are located in the Lake Baikal region of southeastern Siberia, but the orphanage is not yet completed."

Raiden Ryoma didn't try to hide anything, but seemed a little curious. "Ling Xi... are you looking for Cocolia?"

At this moment, Raiden Ryoma's gossip spirit was clearly ignited, because although Cocolia had been married, she was still very young and beautiful. Could it be... this guy? Cao Cao, prepare to die!

"I just wanted to help her out."

Ling Xi, of course, couldn't tell the truth. She just smiled and said, "After all, although the Second Herrscher was responsible for the Second Honkai War, I... should also bear some responsibility. So, I also want to make some contributions for the children who lost their families in this war!"

"As for Schicksal, Theresa and Cecilia are preparing to establish St. Freya Academy to house orphans, and they don't need my help..."

Ling Xi crossed her arms and smiled, "Since Anti-Entropy also has projects that help orphans, I want to do my part."

Raiden Ryoma: "..." Are you sure it's not for Cocolia?

Of course, even if he had this thought in his mind, Raiden Ryoma would not ask it directly. He just nodded and said, "In that case, I will also do my part. Ling Xi, you can sponsor more, and my ME Company will also sponsor some. However... it has to be given in batches, because we don't know how Cocolia will manage the orphanage!"

"I think so too!"

Ling Xi didn't deny it, and smiled, "However, I won't trouble you, President Ryoma, with the sponsorship. I Kolylya Orphanage myself. If you want to sponsor, you can do so to other orphanages. After all, if you give too much, the nature of the orphanage might change."

Raiden Ryoma: "..." I think you just want to harm Cocolia...

Of course, Raiden Ryoma didn't say much in the end, after all... it was his freedom!

Although the Great Wei Dynasty has become history, its spirit... lives on!

However, this time Raiden Ryoma really misunderstood Ling Xi, but Ling Xi really didn't want Ryoma to get involved. After all, the reason she chose to sponsor Cocolia was that she hoped that when Seele and the others were adopted, their food would be better, since it was related to the food supply for her future children!

Secondly...

Although Ling Xi Cocolia was definitely not interested, he was very interested in Cocolia's orphanage. That's why Ling Xi wanted to gain the orphanage's favor by providing financial assistance when Cocolia was in a difficult situation and needed help. In this way...

When I need them in the future, I might be able to easily pack up the entire orphanage and take them with me.

After all, the Kolylya Orphanage is truly a place where hidden talents abound. Its strength is comparable to that of the Seven O'Clock Orphanage next door. Both Seele and Bronya are future queens, and although the Twins and Grandpa Xing are slightly inferior to the former two overpowered ones, they are still very powerful!

The Orphanage Sword Saint is no mere figurehead.

"Well then, President Ryoma, I won't bother you any longer. Let's have a proper chat when we meet again. Goodbye!"

After receiving the information about preparations from Raiden Ryoma, Ling Xi didn't linger any longer and immediately led the warship towards Lake Baikal!

Chapter 655 Cocolia Youth Edition)!

About two hours later, a warship bearing the symbol of Schicksal appeared in the sky above Lake Baikal in southern East Siberia, and then slowly landed around a nearby town.

Using the information provided by Longma, Ling Xi quickly found Cocolia, who was handling official business in the town. She was now considered an employee of Anti-Entropy, since the orphanage was established with Anti-Entropy's funding!

At this time, Cocolia looks much younger than in the main storyline, and her temperament is also a bit immature, completely different from her future image as a major villain!

"Hello, Commander Ling Xi!"

Upon seeing Ling Xi arrive, Cocolia immediately stood up and bowed. She already knew Ling Xi's identity beforehand, and Ryoma had also sent someone to inform her of Ling Xi's upcoming arrival!

"You are welcome."

Ling Xi smiled slightly and said, "You should already know why I'm here, right?"

"Yes!"

Cocolia nodded slightly and smiled, "I... I'm very grateful for your support of the orphanage. If it weren't for you, I might have to cut my budget in the future."

"What? Not enough budget?"

Ling Xi asked out of curiosity.

"It's definitely not enough."

Cocolia nodded helplessly and said, "The original orphanage was severely damaged in the last Honkai, and with the large number of people affected by this Honkai, I decided to rebuild and expand the orphanage, but..."

"The budget I have so far is just enough to finish building the orphanage, but the budget will be tight afterward!"

"Hehe..."

Ling Xi simply smiled and said, "If you cut those research projects, the budget shouldn't be a problem."

"Um?"

Cocolia was immediately startled, and her heart was filled with immense tension. The research project... that was just a project in her own plans, so how did he know about it?

"Never mind, I won't interfere."

Ling Xi shook her head, showing little interest in Cocolia's research project. After all, the girl was still young and must have many ideas. If she wasn't given something to do, she would cause trouble sooner or later!

"I will still sponsor your orphanage, but..."

Ling Xi said seriously, "My requirement is that the funds I sponsor can only be used for the expenses of those children, such as their food, clothing, shelter, and transportation, as well as for repairing the orphanage or adding facilities. As for your planned research..."

Ling Xi looked at Cocolia and smiled slightly, "I won't interfere or stop you, as long as you take good care of the children in the orphanage."

"Thank you so much for your help..."

Cocolia was also somewhat surprised that Ling Xi would do such a thing, after all... her actions were already considered as misappropriating the orphanage's budget.

"You are welcome."

Ling Xi waved her hand and said, "However, let's keep in touch. Also, I need you to give me the list of children in the orphanage every now and then. I'll also come to visit occasionally, is that alright?"

"No problem."

Cocolia agreed without hesitation. After all, Ling Xi's request was reasonable. As for the list of children in the orphanage, she would give it to them. It wouldn't affect their lives anyway!

"That's good..."

Ling Xi nodded silently, knowing that Cocolia understood what she meant, but...

To be honest, I'm not really interested in the orphanage's list. I just want to find out when Seele and the others will arrive at the orphanage. Once I have the list, everything will be easy to figure out!

After all, Cocolia obviously couldn't possibly know Seele and Bronya's identities and value right now!

Although Ling Xi also wanted to go to Estonia to bring Seele back right now and raise her herself, but...

Well, according to the timeline, Seele should be born in October, but it's only April now!

Besides, she herself didn't know when Seele joined the orphanage, and...

I've already experienced the consequences of disrupting history with Sirin, so unless absolutely necessary, the orphanage's story should follow history. At most, I'll stop Bronya before she undergoes the experiment, after all...

Although the emotionless Bronya is quite nice, Ling Xi still prefers the Bronya with a smile. Of course, her favorite is definitely the Big Duckling; there's no way around it, she's just too big...

Afterwards, Ling Xi chatted briefly with Cocolia about the orphanage, but it was all minor stuff, so Ling Xi didn't pay much attention. Anyway, in the orphanage, she only cared about four people... well, never mind, let's include Old Man Xing too, that makes a total of five!

As for the others, I'll definitely continue to support them, but I won't pay them special attention. Of course, if there are people named Ye Bufan or Xiao Huohuo, then I'll keep an eye on them, after all...

The chosen one of destiny, how terrifying!

After discussing the sponsorship with Cocolia, Ling Xi didn't linger any longer and promptly headed back to the Schicksal Headquarters. She was off to play games with Sirin at home...

On the warship, Ling Xi was chatting with Fu Hua on her phone in her lounge, discussing what to eat for dinner. Although there was a restaurant in the Schicksal, for some reason, the Immortal just preferred to cook at home!