Ch. 261I Was a Saintess at Schicksal
Key Plot Points and Events
- Tesla and Einstein engage in a top-tier hacker duel against an unknown opponent, with Tesla winning but suffering damage to her quantum computer.
- The plan to use the super quantum computer to control the World Serpent's fleet and attract Honkai Beasts' attention fails.
- The Valkyries, boosted by their new weapons and armor, gain confidence and turn the tide of the battle against the World Serpent and Honkai Beasts.
- In Sea Abyss City, various factions clash: Welt and Ryoma face Kiana and Siegfried, Raven and Night Owl encounter World Serpent cadres, and Cocolia confronts Gray Serpent.
Character Developments
- Tesla: Despite winning the hacker duel, Tesla realizes her opponent was superior in skill, leaving her discouraged.
- Einstein: Her emotions remain difficult to discern, showing calmness even in tense situations.
- Kiana: She has become aloof and filled with hatred, reflecting her time with Siegfried and the World Serpent.
- Siegfried: He expresses frustration about Kiana's state and defends his actions as a father.
Significant Themes
- The consequences of failure in battle plans and the need to adapt.
- The impact of parental influence on children's development and values.
- The struggle between loyalty to one's organization and personal morals.
Character Interactions
- Tesla and Einstein: They work together but maintain a distant relationship, with Tesla showing irritation towards Einstein's calm demeanor.
- Kiana and Siegfried: Their father-daughter relationship is strained, with Siegfried defending his actions and Ryoma expressing anger at Kiana's change.
- Cocolia and Gray Serpent: They clash over their differing loyalties, with Cocolia showing no fear of Gray Serpent's threats.