An Invitation: Mei and Kevin Join Us! / Let's Invite Seele Next Time Too.

Ling Xi: "..." My heart is so cold...

"Okay, okay, I'm just teasing you."

Seeing Ling Xi's dejected look, Mobius stopped teasing Ling Xi and said with a smile, "Come with me to meet someone later. This person is very important!"

"Huh? Who?"

Ling Xi was immediately curious. Wasn't Mobius currently focusing all her energy on researching the Herrscher Core? Who could possibly interest her in meeting?

"Hehe, speaking of which, he's an old acquaintance of yours, it's just..."

Mobius smiled mysteriously, "The two people you saved before the final battle with the Herrscher of Thunder in Changkong City are also the ones you had high hopes for. I plan to invite her to join us. With you here, the success rate might be even higher."

Ling Xi "..."

So it was Mei. It seems that although the plot has deviated somewhat, the general direction is still correct. After all, it's in the manga, and I remember that Mei was invited to join the Flame-Chasing Moths after the Third Honkai Eruption Outbreak. Could it be...?

Is this the self-correcting nature of history?

Chapter 151: The Invitation, May and Kevin Join!

In the laboratory, Ling Xi accompanied Mobius to study the Herrscher Core. Although Ling Xi was a little... not very good at research, she had played the game, so Ling Xi told Mobius about some of the properties of the Herrscher Core without reservation.

If Mobius asks how I know, don't ask. Just say it's a parallel universe!

The two studied together, occasionally exchanging sweet nothings, and two hours passed quickly...

"Doctor, the person you invited has arrived."

The laboratory door suddenly opened, and Klein walked in.

"Hmm, are they here?"

Mobius checked the time: 9:55, five minutes before the agreed-upon 10:00. It seemed the other party was quite punctual.

"Ling Xi, let's go."

Now that Mei had arrived, Mobius immediately put down his work and prepared to meet her first.

"Okay, sure."

Ling Xi nodded and then followed Mobius out of the laboratory.

"We meet again, Mei."

In the conference room, Mobius extended his hand to Mei, looking at her with a smile.

"Yes, it's an honor to meet you, Dr. Mobius!"

Mei quickly reached out and shook hands with Mobius. At the same time, she also saw Ling Xi who had come with Mobius. "Ling Xi, thank you for your help in Changkong City last time. Otherwise, Kevin and I would probably have been killed there."

"I already told you not to be so polite. When a friend is in danger, it's only natural to lend a helping hand."

Ling Xi smiled as well, because Ling Xi understood what Mobius meant. He wanted to invite Mobius to join him, and since she had a good relationship with Möbius and had even saved her life, bringing her along would likely increase the chances of success!

At the same time, Ling Xi also saw Kevin standing behind Mei and said with a smile, "Brother Kevin, it's been a long time."

"Yes, that's right. We haven't seen each other since we parted ways in Changkong City."

To be honest, although Kevin is a social butterfly, he still felt a little pressured in front of Ling Xi at this moment, after all...

He and Mei had both witnessed that battle, and dealing with such a powerful figure made them somewhat apprehensive.

However, in their subsequent interactions, Mei and Kevin found that Ling Xi was still the same as before, without any airs, and very obedient to Mobius. As a result, they quickly got into a conversation, and before long, Mobius extended another invitation to Mei...

"Mei, you should know very well that the greatest enemy of mankind right now is a disaster called Honkai. The existence of the Flame-Chasing Moths was created to deal with unknown disasters, and Honkai is naturally one of them."

As he spoke, Mobius continued with a smile, "So, Mebius, I am now formally inviting you to join the Flame-Chasing Moths as a scientist and contribute to humanity's fight against the Honkai. What do you think?"

"This..."

Mei hesitated for a moment, then said, seemingly a little embarrassed, "But... why are you looking for me? I'm just a student right now?"

Clearly, Mei wasn't unwilling, but rather curious as to why Mobius insisted on inviting a student like herself. This was the second time; the last time was on the Mu Continent, right after that seminar.

"Because I have high hopes for you, and so does Ling Xi."

Mobius smiled slightly and said, "Ling Xi mentioned you to me a month ago. In addition, the paper you published back then made me recognize your ability. In short, from any perspective, I am looking forward to your joining us."

"Mmm..."

After a brief moment of thought, Mei nodded. "Alright, I agree in principle. But before that, I'd like to know more about the specifics of the Flame-Chasing Moths, is that alright? I still reserve the right to refuse until then."

"Certainly."

Mobius nodded with a smile and said, "However, since this is just a temporary laboratory, there aren't many projects we can research. I'm currently focusing on just one project, but I guarantee you'll be interested."

"Plum!"

At this moment, Kevin also spoke up, saying to Mei, "Now that you've joined, I want to join too, even if it's just as an ordinary soldier."

Kevin knew he didn't have the ability to become a researcher, so he had no choice but to abandon his studies and join the army. At least that way he could stay by May's side!

"Hmm..."

May glanced at Mobius. "Dr. Mobius, this friend of mine..."

"Doctor, I think it's a good idea."

Before Mei could finish speaking, Ling Xi decisively spoke up and smiled at Mobius, "Brother Kevin is a very good person, and I know him well. He is definitely someone who can be trusted and relied upon. In short, Kevin's future potential may not be worse than Mei's. Our research institute also needs to increase some guards, so how about we let Kevin be a captain first?"

Ling Xi naturally wouldn't mind lending a hand to Kevin, the future leader of the Thirteen Flame-Chasers. After all, he's the strongest man from the Previous Era, so building a good relationship with him is definitely the right thing to do!

And honestly, if the Previous Era hadn't had Kevin and May, or even just one less person, humanity probably wouldn't have survived Finality. The thirteen Herrscher would have wiped out human civilization.

Without Mei, the Fused Warrior and the Divine Key might not have been completed so smoothly, and without Kevin, humanity would probably have been close to its end by the time the Herrscher of Flame appeared.

"Huh?"

Mei was somewhat surprised by these words. Originally, Mei only intended to help Kevin join the group, even if he was just an ordinary soldier. After all, she was new and her voice carried little weight. However, Ling Xi's words clearly surprised her.

"Um..."

Hearing Ling Xi's words, Mobius was clearly puzzled. Surpassing Mebius's potential? Are you kidding me?

However, seeing the situation of Kevin and May, Mobius could roughly guess what was going on, so he smiled at Ling Xi and said, "Since you've said so, Kevin, you can go report to the security department now. Ling Xi, you go with him."

"Yes, Doctor."

Ling Xi readily agreed.

"Thanks, Brother Ling Xi, and... thank you, Dr. Mobius."

At this moment, Kevin was also somewhat moved. Sure enough, you still have to rely on your brothers in times of crisis. It was worth the bowl of noodles he had given back then, and it was worth the advice he had given Ling Xi to win over Seele.

Next, Ling Xi took Kevin to the security headquarters to arrange Kevin appointment as a squad leader in the guard unit, while Mobius and May began their academic discussion, and finally...

Mobius took May back to her own laboratory and showed her the true Herrscher Core. From then on, May officially joined the Flame-Chasing Moths, and Kevin began his warrior career with the Flame-Chasing Moths.

Chapter 152: Let's invite Seele next time.

"Hi, Ling Xi..."

In the afternoon, Ling Xi was considering whether to take Seele and the others to the city for a stroll and pick up the car while they were there, but then...

Elysia leaped from behind and hooked herself around Ling Xi's neck...

"Elysia? What are you doing now?"

Ling Xi was already used to Elysia's quirky behavior. Although she was a little annoyed, she was undeniably soft-hearted, so...

Although Ling Xi wanted to shake Elysia off, her body wouldn't obey her commands. It was confirmed that Elysia was the Herrscher of Reason from the Previous Era, and now Elysia had altered her own consciousness, making her feel that she was much bigger!

"Hehe, didn't you tell me yesterday to try a different way of greeting to relax? How about it, do you like the new way?"

Elysia happily hugged Ling Xi from behind, completely oblivious to the fact that her planet was constantly agitating Ling Xi.

Ling Xi "..."

"If you were asked to use a different method, what would you do?"

Ling Xi looked at Elysia speechlessly. If it were just blindfolding, Seele and Mobius might not be angry, but... now that she'd jumped right on him, if Seele and Mobius saw it, then...

That's definitely a mixed doubles match.

"Let's try another one..."

Elysia grinned mischievously and asked, "So... do you want to try it now?"

"No need, thank you. Also, shouldn't you be coming down now?"

Ling Xi resolutely refused. Although Seele and Mobius were not here, there were patrolling guards around. If someone took a picture of the key and sent it to their own Doctor, it would be a big problem.

"Hmph, how boring."

Elysia snorted in dissatisfaction, but still let go of Ling Xi, and said with a wicked smile, "I told you you were faking it. After all, how could a powerful man who can even fight the Third Herrscher be unable to shake off a weak woman like me?"

That's because you're not the enemy.

Ling Xi looked at Mobius with annoyance. How could the treatment of enemies and the treatment of allies be the same?

"Hmph, you're just saying one thing and meaning another..."

Elysia poked Ling Xi's cheek with a mischievous grin, then asked, "By the way, I just saw you looking like you were about to go out. Where are you planning to go?"

"Yes, I have that idea."

Ling Xi nodded silently, not intending to hide anything from Elysia, and said with a smile, "I was just thinking that it's inconvenient to go out here, so I'm planning to buy a car. I was just wondering if I should ask Seele to come along."

"Wow, buying cars like that, is that what a tycoon is like?"

Elysia deliberately made an exaggerated expression, saying that buying a car worth hundreds of thousands of dollars just like that, she's rich!

"Stop joking, these all belong to the Doctor."

Ling Xi gave Mobius a disgruntled look and said, "It's probably because after the battle in Changkong City, there have been a lot more people coming to my Doctor to invest. Also... although Mobius herself wants to buy, she'll probably be quite busy lately, so I've taken care of these things."

"I see..."

Elysia nodded thoughtfully and asked, "So, do you have any money with you now?"

"Yes, I brought it."

Ling Xi took out the card that Mobius had given her and said with a smile, "This is a supplementary card. All the spending will be recorded on the main card, so money is not a problem."

"Hooray..."

Looking at the card in Ling Xi's hand, Elysia's face showed an "I knew it" expression, and she smiled and said, "Then let's go together. I happen to be quite familiar with this place. If... someone is willing to buy me a milk tea, then I can be their guide for half a day."

"Yeah?"

Upon hearing this, Ling Xi immediately smiled and looked at Elysia, extending his right hand and deliberately saying, "Then, dear Miss Elysia, would you do me the honor of having a cup of milk tea with me?"

"Great! I'd be honored!"

Elysia happily extended her hand, a joyful smile on her face.

"Wait a moment, I'll call Seele."

Ling Xi immediately took out her phone, ready to notify Seele. Speaking of which... Seele should have already removed her from the blacklist by now.

"No need."

Elysia grabbed Ling Xi's arm, pulled the phone away, and laughed, "I came from Seele's place. Seele is playing with those two sisters right now. I advise you not to bother her, or she might get angry. So... it's just us this time, and we can invite Seele next time!"

"Eh... really?"

To be honest, Ling Xi was a little skeptical of Elysia's words. After all, based on her understanding of Seele, that girl really loved shopping.

"Do you boys really not understand how to be considerate of girls?"

Elysia deliberately said, "You haven't even bought a car yet. If you ask Seele for help now, won't that just make her walk with you? So, let's buy the car today and invite Seele to come with us tomorrow. Isn't that better?"

"This..."

Although Ling Xi always felt that Elysia had ulterior motives, what she said seemed to make a lot of sense. After all, this place was still a bit far from the city center, and although one could take the high-speed rail or a bus, both were quite crowded.

"Alright, alright, let's go, let's go and come back as soon as possible!"

Before Ling Xi could answer, Elysia grabbed Ling Xi's arm and walked out of the research institute. In the end, the afternoon shopping trip consisted of only Ling Xi and Elysia.