Ch. 281A Saintess at Schicksal — Chapter 281
Key Plot Points and Events
- Kiana and Freya plan to attend the negotiation between the Alliance and World Serpent, with Kiana intending to assassinate Otto's clone.
- The negotiation day arrives, and Freya, Kiana, Welt, Otto, and Kevin gather in China.
- Freya uses her anti-Honkai wave ability on Kevin, but he neutralizes it using his Honkai Energy.
- Freya expresses regret that Kevin's body has recovered, hinting at her desire to kill him.
- Kevin criticizes humanity of the current civilization's era for their failures against Honkai, blaming Otto for many of their setbacks.
Character Developments
- Kiana: Shows determination to confront Otto and agrees to join the negotiation with Freya.
- Freya: Demonstrates her anti-Honkai wave ability and expresses regret for not being able to kill Kevin immediately.
- Kevin: Shows nostalgia for his close friend and criticizes humanity's failures against Honkai, blaming Otto.
- Otto: Remains calm and composed during the negotiation, but is the target of Kevin's criticism.
Significant Themes
- The struggle against Honkai and the cost of victory.
- The responsibility of 'Precursors' and the current civilization's era in fighting Honkai.
- The consequences of Otto's actions on humanity's fight against Honkai.
Character Interactions
- Kiana and Freya: Kiana shares her plan with Freya, who supports her decision to join the negotiation.
- Freya and Kevin: Freya uses her ability on Kevin, who neutralizes it. They engage in a battle of wills during the negotiation.
- Kevin and Otto: Kevin criticizes Otto for his role in humanity's failures against Honkai, with Otto remaining calm.
- Welt and Otto: Welt watches Otto with ill intent, and Otto ignores him.