Chapter 113

Tesla believed that even if she didn't invent new weapons, someone else would invent them for her. In her view, war would only end when both sides were unable to bear the cost of it, and that was the inventor's responsibility.

Unfortunately, her friend didn't understand and instead went off to run some kind of inflated company.

"I also agree with your statement. Valkyrie should not exist as expendable items. The Anti-Entropy organization's mechs are not as efficient at utilizing Honkai Energy as the Schicksal's."

Tesla continued, "But you need Anti-Entropy's help because you know you are powerless to manage Schicksal, so you seek cooperation with Anti-Entropy to help manage Schicksal and develop combat power to replace the Valkyrie Anti-Entropy Schicksal ... Your actions are like an attempt to swallow Anti-Entropy."

At this point, Tesla was somewhat displeased.

It can only be said that K422 did have an element of calculation involved, but it was also indeed related to the situation of K422 and Theresa.

Compared to Theresa, who was completely unaware of the danger she was in, K422 clearly had a strong sense of crisis.

"Your personality is indeed very different from the Xiao San's."

"Ms. Tesla, please understand that since sitting in this position, I have realized that my every word and action involves the lives of tens of thousands of people."

K422 originally wanted to take the initiative, but as Tesla said, if he were a businessman, he would be the least sincere businessman.

She concealed the dangerous situation she and Theresa were in, and the fact that the two of them could not control the Schicksal, since they did not have the prestige of Otto and lacked their own team.

Even Otto had an adjutant named Amber by his side.

"So I apologize for my previous greed, but I do want to cooperate amicably with Anti-Entropy."

"I have a feeling that you've been deeply influenced by some bastard, but we at Anti-Entropy really don't want the Schicksal to get out of control, so I agree. It'll be a pleasure working together."

"It's a pleasure to work with you."

121. This outfit is too suspicious.

K422 naturally had a discussion with Tesla and also confirmed Tesla as a member of the staff team.

K422 naturally granted the corresponding authority in accordance with the authority of the Acting Grand Bishop.

Yes, taller than Theresa.

A few days later, the airship Welt was aboard landed at the first airport.

After disembarking from the airship, Welt gazed at the first airport of the Schicksal Headquarters and fell into a long-lost silence.

The First Airport of the Schicksal Headquarters is one of the few areas that is open to the outside world, and sometimes tourists come to visit.

This place can also be considered the business district of the Schicksal Headquarters.

"... And then, Siegfried, what's wrong with you looking like this?"

Welt had originally wanted to marvel at how he no longer needed to infiltrate the Schicksal through transportation channels, nor did he have to hide as a junior assistant in Theresa's Medical Research Group as before.

This time, he entered the country openly and honestly with his passport.

That being said, his gaze fell on Siegfried, who was wearing large sunglasses, a thick coat, and an oversized mask that completely covered him up.

In fact, Siegfried's attire was so eye-catching at the entrance and exit of the First Airport that even the guards and the Valkyrie sharpened their gazes.

"You don't know, I have a bad reputation in Schicksal, and I'm currently wanted by the police..."

"..."

Welt opened his mouth. Wasn't a bad reputation something he brought on himself? Did dressing like this solve anything?

Siegfried's problem was that he married Cecilia but failed to communicate well with the young women who admired Cecilia.

This led to many negative rumors surrounding Siegfried and Cecilia after their marriage.

Of course, this also reflects Siegfried's carefree and irresponsible personality; after all, he was a libertine who abandoned his duties to the Kaslana Family in pursuit of freedom.

In the eyes of the young girls, Siegfried was by no means a good match.

Even though Cecilia was deeply in love with Siegfried, from a third-party perspective, their love story was essentially that of an innocent, naive young lady being deceived by a playboy with sweet words.

Cecilia, Valkyrie who grew up in Schicksal, had never seen any methods of pursuing girls. Siegfried simply took Cecilia to the arcade and played a few games, and he won over the innocent Cecilia.

Of course, Siegfried's pursuit of freedom did indeed influence Cecilia.

Cecilia, whose life had been decided so early, began to waver. Siegfried then spent two years becoming stronger and fulfilling Otto's request to defeat all his opponents in the competition.

Aside from talent, this is not an easy thing.

Welt's view on this was also two-sided. After all, Siegfried, even after marriage, still retained the frivolousness of a playboy. Even if he didn't touch every Valkyrie's buttocks as some Valkyrie had claimed, he must have flirted with some Valkyrie or made flippant compliments about Valkyrie appearance.

Sweet talk and a frivolous atmosphere make Siegfried's first impression easy to believe in the false facts promoted by a certain Valkyrie.

Because of Siegfried's personality, everyone overlooked the disgrace of the Kaslana Family, who were initially inferior to even A-rank Valkyrie. In two years, they grew stronger and defeated all their opponents. Even when they were beaten to the point of being unable to get up by the strongest A-rank Valkyrie Cheng Lixue, they still persisted and did not quit.

Perhaps this is the stubbornness that is typical of the Kaslana Family.

But honestly, this outfit is too suspicious.

"Excuse me, sir, could you please show me your identification?"

The consequence of trying too hard to disguise oneself was being surrounded by a team of Valkyrie.

In fact, the arrest warrant for Siegfried had already been withdrawn by the Acting Grand Bishop.

No one objected to the ruling made by the Acting Grand Bishop, as his actions were reasonable. The Acting Grand Bishop possessed authority equal to that of the Grand Bishop, and with the Grand Bishop having just left, Grand Bishop influence was still present. Naturally, no one dared to oppose the Acting Grand Bishop's orders.

Although such a ruling may seem to favor relatives, it is still more acceptable than a cold-blooded executor who, at the tender age of nine, already knows the importance of upholding justice even against family ties.

Siegfried, who was unaware of this, immediately became nervous.

"Excuse me, Valkyrie... I am an advisor specially appointed by the Acting Grand Bishop. This is my identification. And this person is my friend, who is also on the Acting Grand Bishop's invitation list. He has a strange problem and has caused you trouble."

Welt couldn't just stand by and watch Siegfried get surrounded.

Even if the Acting Grand Bishop withdraws the arrest warrant while the Grand Bishop's deterrent power is still intact, the Schicksal and the Anti-Entropy Organization cannot easily cooperate. This meeting can be considered relatively private.

On his identification documents, Welt still used the name Joyce.

The text above shows the reason he came to the Schicksal Headquarters.

"Mr. Joyce? The advisor appointed by the Acting Grand Bishop, I'm sorry, but I hope your friend won't do anything suspicious."

The Valkyrie leading the group quickly apologized.

After confirming Welt's identity, she led her team back to their posts.

Welt naturally glared fiercely at Siegfried.

"Look, it's because you've disguised yourself like this, which makes our next trip possible."

Welt was very glad that he had persuaded Siegfried and K423 to stay. Otherwise, with Siegfried's ability to disguise himself, he would probably be running away with K423 every day. Unlike now, their lives are stable, and K423's academic ability is almost at the level of his peers. He can transfer to the school as soon as he passes the entrance exam.

Of course, according to Raiden Ryoma, he wanted to transfer K423 to the school where his daughter was.

However, his daughter suffered psychological trauma from the kidnapping and spent three years recuperating, so her academic performance naturally lagged far behind that of her peers. Therefore, she needed to receive proper tutoring before starting school.

Welt's statement left Siegfried feeling helpless.

He nodded and said, "I understand, Welt, but I still need the sunglasses."

After removing the oversized mask, Siegfried's suspiciousness only decreased slightly, but his sleazy demeanor inexplicably increased.

"..."

Welt could only ignore Siegfried's appalling appearance and continue on his way.

Leaving the entrance and exit passage, passing through the bustling commercial area of the first airport, we soon entered the interior of the Floating Island.

After showing their credentials, they were led by Valkyrie on internal patrol to a private passage and quickly arrived at the core area of Asgard Floating Island.

Next to the core area is the Valhalla area, where the Schicksal Headquarters 'Valkyrie candidates and trainees are located.

During the previous infiltration, Welt was only an assistant, which prevented him from exploring many areas. It was because of this that he misjudged True Kiana's location.

This time, Welt was able to enter the previously restricted core area with impunity, thanks to the information on his credentials.

Upon arriving at the Grand Bishop's office, Welt pushed open the door... and saw Acting Grand Bishop Kiana Apocalypse —K422—sitting in a chair, intently reading a report.

However, just as K423 has the real name Aurora Schariac, K422 also has its own real name.

Unfortunately, Welt didn't know the other person's real name.

The other person always gave him a sense of mystery.

"Your Acting Grand Bishop..."

In the office, Tesla sat on the sofa, operating a small computer terminal. Upon hearing his voice, he suddenly looked up. "Welt? You arrived today? Ah, I'm so sorry, I completely forgot to pick you up at the First Airport."

"Tesla..." Welt breathed a sigh of relief when he saw that the red-haired girl was unharmed.

However, he did not expect that Tesla would be wearing a very elaborate robe, making him look more dignified and noble than usual.

"Should I give you two some time? Don't worry, I can arrange your room next to Miss Tesla's room, or... we can arrange them together."

K422, sitting behind his desk, smirked and teased.

A pleasant mood dispelled the trace of sorrow on her face. On the other side of the desk, a white-haired girl was stamping documents non-stop, looking like she was about to cry.

"Then... that won't be necessary, Your Acting Grand Bishop."

"Mr. Welt, please don't use that title for me anymore. Just call me Kiana."

After saying that, K422 stretched and continued, "You've finally arrived. To be honest, I was really worried that the Reformists of Anti-Entropy wouldn't agree. Fortunately, there are enlightened people like Mr. Welt and Ms. Tesla in the Anti-Entropy organization. With the support of people like you, the Schicksal and the Anti-Entropy Organization should be able to achieve full cooperation—"

Many members of the Anti-Entropy organization have experienced persecution by Schicksal or Otto, and therefore they are filled with hatred towards Schicksal.

It can be said that the Schicksal and the Anti-Entropy Organization have a need to cooperate, but lack the basis for such cooperation.

Both the Schicksal and the Anti-Entropy Organization want to crush the other.

Needless to say, it was a pleasant collaboration.

"Acting Grand Bishop, please allow me to address you this way. The Reformists cannot agree with the actions of the Schicksal over the years, and they also believe that the ideas of the Anti-Entropy Conservatives are too outdated. At this critical juncture of the transition between the old and new Grand Bishop, they advocate taking the opportunity to attack the branches of the Schicksal..."

For two organizations that were sworn enemies from the start, kicking someone when they're down is the only normal course of action.

Welt simply didn't want to continue the internal strife among humans.

"As the Alliance Leader of Anti-Entropy, I cannot make everyone share my thoughts. However, I do want to end the long-standing struggle between Anti-Entropy and Schicksal through this cooperation. But... Schicksal is still under the control of Grand Bishop Otto Apocalypse. Even if we cooperate now, when Otto returns, Schicksal will still follow his orders. At that time, Anti-Entropy cooperates with Schicksal, will be doomed. Therefore... I cannot agree to full cooperation."

Welt rejected the possibility of full cooperation.

"That's a real shame." Although it was expected, without killing Otto, the Schicksal and the Anti-Entropy Organization could never cooperate.

But killing Otto could wipe out the Schicksal immediately. The most crucial thing is that Otto has escaped and there's no way to find where he's hiding.

"Then let's talk about how to cooperate on a partial basis. At the same time, I would also like to borrow Ms. Tesla from the Anti-Entropy organization."

122. I am your father

The biggest obstacle between the Schicksal and the Anti-Entropy Organization is that... Otto the dog is not dead.

However, with Otto the dog dead, Schicksal might be finished.

Most importantly, they may not agree with Otto's ideas, but they cannot deny that Otto actually did an excellent job.

It is precisely because of his leadership that the Schicksal has been able to maintain its current superior status, and even the Anti-Entropy Organization cannot compete with the Schicksal in terms of international standing.

The political capital that Schicksal gained through the Valkyrie is indeed Anti-Entropy cannot contend with.

K422 can naturally understand its own position.

That's right, Schicksal is the public enemy, but because of their superior strength and the presence of the old monster Otto, no one dares to lay a hand on Schicksal...

Of course, it's not that no organization takes action; the main question is whether it's worth risking everything. But when the benefits are plentiful enough, no one cares how powerful the Schicksal is; it's all about taking a gamble and turning a bicycle into a motorcycle.

Just like the Schicksal previously used the bait of the strongest Valkyrie of the future, coupled with the Schicksal's deliberate dispersal of its own combat power and the instigation of the Anti-Entropy Organization.

Therefore, many organizations that were interested in the technology possessed by the Schicksal launched a joint attack.

Don't think those organizations are stupid. The small organizations that were wiped out by the Schicksal might just be scapegoats pushed out by some other organization. Many organizations, like the Anti-Entropy Organization, obtained a lot of Schicksal's technical data in this attack.

However, Otto deliberately released that technical data, and much of it was mixed with viruses, allowing Otto to easily locate the organization behind it.

Unfortunately, Otto failed to strike at the target he truly wanted to eliminate.

Thanks to Theresa's intervention, the Anti-Entropy organization completed its withdrawal, while the World Serpent organization never even appeared on the battlefield from the beginning.

However, judging from the organization's base that was subsequently wiped out by the Schicksal, it is clear that the organization that attacked Schicksal was attacked from its home base by the World Serpent Organization.

From Otto's strategy, he successfully eliminated a bunch of small mice, but the big mouse he really wanted to kill ate the bait he threw out and then happily went home with his white cat watching him go. Meanwhile, the snake he wanted to catch ate the food that the small mice had hidden in their nest.

Of course, this doesn't mean Otto's strategy was perfect.