On the screen, Kiana walked up to Bronya, drew her twin guns, and pointed them at her head as she shouted at Cocolia, who was controlling Bronya through the control chip.
"Give Mei back to me!"
"Hmph. You have no idea of a Herrscher's value. As long as we figure out how Herrschers control their powers, humanity's technological level will advance by leaps and bounds..."
Cocolia said through Bronya.
As long as she mastered the method of controlling lightning through her research on Raiden Mei, no one would be able to stop her rise within Anti-Entropy.
"Bronya, stop them for me!" Cocolia shouted.
Kiana took a step back but kept her guns raised, unwilling to fight Bronya. "Bronya, don't let her control you. Wake up!"
"When Bronya was little, both of Bronya's parents died. In Bronya's heart, Cocolia was like a mother."
As the two sides remained locked in a standoff, Bronya, who had already regained control of her body, spoke.
"But Bronya met Sister Mei. Sister Mei was very good to Bronya, so Bronya will not fight."
Bronya lowered the weapon in her hand and looked at Mei, who was bound behind her, as though she had made some sort of decision. "Kiana, take Sister Mei and leave quickly."
"Bronya has already destroyed the Bio-chip."
With the Bio-chip destroyed, Cocolia could no longer control Bronya remotely. But both of them understood very well what that meant.
"What kind of joke is this? The Bio-chip was implanted in your brain!" Cocolia yelled. "If you destroy it, are you trying to commit suicide?!"
Bronya did not answer immediately. Instead, she turned to look at the person behind her, then smiled.
"Bronya thinks Sister Mei is more important than Bronya's own life. Bronya will no longer accept any order that harms Sister Mei."
"Goodbye, Sister Mei."
As the chip inside Bronya's brain was completely destroyed, she lost consciousness and collapsed to the ground.
Kiana: "Bronya, we misunderstood you! You're not a spy, you're a hero! You actually took yourself out without hesitation for Mei's sake. That's so moving."
When she saw Bronya pass out, Kiana was genuinely moved.
Whether Bronya was a spy or not, this resolve alone proved that she was the Bronya worthy of trust.
Kiana: "Bronya, go in peace. I'll definitely take good care of Mei! And I'll avenge you against Cocolia. Whatever unfinished business you have, leave it to me!"
Himeko made up her mind. If Bronya really died, she would definitely take responsibility for fulfilling her last wishes.
After you are gone, I shall raise your wife.
Do not worry, my green friend!
Bronya: "Idiot Kiana, Bronya only destroyed the Bio-chip. Bronya never said Bronya would definitely die."
She could see right through Kiana. Kiana was setting her sights on Seele!
Bronya would never allow that to happen. Seele could only belong to her and absolutely could not be touched by a Himeko!
Pardofelis: "Destroying a Bio-chip in the brain won't kill someone? I'm not well-read, so don't lie to me."
Bronya: "Probably not. It's just very dangerous, and there is a possibility of death."
Theresa: "Then it's fortunate that the system reward removed Bronya's chip. Otherwise, with St. Freya Academy's technology, we might not necessarily have been able to help."
Himeko Murata: "That woman named Cocolia... If I ever meet her, I'll definitely teach her a lesson. How could she do something like that to her own daughter?"
A Bio-chip in the brain was practically a ticking time bomb.
Setting aside the fact that it could control Bronya and erase her emotional functions...
If anything went wrong with the chip, Bronya could basically be stamped with a game over.
Raiden Mei: "Exactly. Bronya's legs were injured, so she couldn't walk. She was already miserable enough. How could Cocolia be so heartless?"
Theresa: "Bronya, don't worry. As the principal, I'll definitely find a way to heal your legs."
But with St. Freya Academy's technological level, at most they could fit her with an exoskeleton.
To restore Bronya's legs, they would probably need Schicksal Headquarters and Theresa's grandfather, Otto, to help.
Unfortunately, Theresa knew very well that her grandfather would definitely be unwilling to help her with this.
Himeko Murata: "By the way, wasn't technology very advanced in the Previous Era? Were there any surgeries that could heal legs?"
Eden: "Yes."
Bronya: "Really?"
Seeing hope of recovering her legs once more, Bronya felt incredibly excited.
If she could have a pair of healthy legs, who would want to wear an exoskeleton and float above the ground all day?
Elysia: "Of course it's true. With Mobius's skills, you only need to lie in the operating room for three minutes. I guarantee that what comes out will be a healthy, brand-new Bronya."
Raiden Mei: "M-Mobius..."
Bronya: "Forget it. Bronya will find a way to solve it herself. Relying on others is not good."
If it had been Elysia or Pardofelis, she would definitely have obediently lain on the operating table and waited for her legs to be healed.
But that person was Mobius.
Bronya knew exactly what Mobius meant. Once she entered her operating room, she might not necessarily leave alive.
Even if she did leave, just as Elysia said, she would become a brand-new Bronya.
During the Second Honkai War, the Herrscher of the Void and the human faction fought a fierce Summit War. Which of the following matches is incorrect?
[A: Aokiji, lightly injured after going easy on her — Cecilia.]
[B: Akainu, seriously injured — Immortal Crimson Bird.]
[C: Yellow Monkey, collar slightly dirty — Bishop Otto.]
[D: Sengoku, peerless strategist — Theresa.]
Theresa the Peerless Strategist
Pardofelis: "W-What is this? Why can't I understand a single word? Does anyone know what Yellow Monkey and Akainu mean?"
Kiana: "No idea, but it must be something that happened on our side. Auntie's name is on there too."
Himeko Murata: "The Second Honkai War... I do remember a little about that. Theresa was someone who lived through that period, wasn't she?"
Raiden Mei: "Huh? This is the first time I've heard about it."
You really couldn't tell. Usually, Theresa was just like a launcher, while Judah was the true S-rank Valkyrie.
Who would have thought she had actually participated in the Second Honkai War and achieved such shocking results? Had they misunderstood Theresa all this time?
Could she actually be a low-key powerhouse?
Theresa: "Of course! Back in the Second Honkai War, I slaughtered enemies left and right. I was unbelievably impressive. One Judah, one King-class Honkai Beast."
Kiana: "I feel like Auntie is bragging."
Himeko Murata: "Theresa, think before you speak. According to Schicksal's records, you were not the one who dealt with the only Judgment-class Honkai Beast during the Second Honkai War."
Bronya: "Bronya has read the files too. There were no King-class Honkai Beasts in the records of the Second Honkai War."
Theresa: "I-I merely exaggerated a tiny little bit. You should know that as principal, I'm one of Schicksal's few three S-rank Valkyries. I'm very strong."
Although Theresa wanted to explain herself, not a single person present believed her.
Didn't they know Theresa's level? She was simply a launcher.
As long as Judah could be activated, even a dog on a leash could use it.
Pardofelis: "I never expected Principal Theresa to have participated in a battle against a Judgment-class Honkai Beast. You really can't judge a person by appearances. Impressive, impressive."
Elysia: "Hmm, that surprised me a little."
Eden: "A Judgment-class Honkai Beast... Aside from Elysia, Pardo and I would probably struggle greatly against one as well."
Himeko Murata: "No, no, you're being too modest."
Perhaps it was an illusion, but Teacher Himeko always felt that those three on the other side understood Honkai Beasts differently from them.
King-class Honkai Beasts were very strong, but if Theresa fought one, she really could handle it.
But Mobius's Artificial Stigmata form from before looked unbelievably powerful. She could probably eat several King-class Honkai Beasts dipped in sauce without breaking a sweat.
Could it be that Honkai Beasts in the Previous Era were generally stronger?
Theresa: "But I still don't understand what the quiz options mean. Bronya, what do you think?"
Bronya: "Bronya believes the system has already given an explanation. Those phrases, lightly injured, seriously injured, and collar slightly dirty, are the key to the question."
Raiden Mei: "In other words, Immortal Crimson Bird was the main force of the Second Honkai War, Lady Cecilia was slacking off, and Bishop Otto was just putting on an act?"
Himeko Murata: "That can't be possible..."
No matter what, he was Schicksal's bishop.
For someone to sit in that position, he surely carried the conviction to fight Honkai and possessed the determination for self-discipline.
How could he be merely an actor?
Theresa: "Hey! Have you forgotten me? I, the principal, also shone brilliantly during the Second Honkai War!"
Sengoku, Theresa the Peerless Strategist.
The principal truly loved that title. It was simply a perfect match.
She had already decided that tomorrow, she would make a banner and hang it in her office, with an additional note so the students would know that St. Freya Academy also had a pillar holding up the sky!
Elysia: "We can't guess this question. What are you planning to choose?"
Himeko Murata: "Let Theresa decide. She personally experienced the Second Honkai War, so she should know the answer."
Theresa: "Uh, about that..."
The principal scratched her cheek and turned her head away awkwardly.
She wavered between her brain and her dignity, between choosing the correct answer and preserving her pride.
Bragging had felt glorious, but Theresa also knew that in that great battle, she could not possibly be considered a peerless strategist.
Kiana: "Auntie, what are you still hesitating for? Don't tell me everything earlier was just bragging?"
Pardofelis: "Maybe she wasn't as amazing as she said."
Elysia: "Maybe she got instantly defeated by the Herrscher the moment she made a move, then had to wait for someone else to rescue her. How embarrassing."
Elysia: "She might even have just slacked off and left, contributing nothing to the battle. Her combat power was practically equal to a landmark."
Theresa: "Ah!!! Shut up!"
Even if it was the truth, she absolutely would not allow them to say it out loud.
The principal was so furious that her head spun, and her gaze gradually turned wise.
Theresa: "Choose C. The last one is definitely correct. I, Theresa, deserve the title of peerless strategist."
Incorrect answer.
The correct answer is D. Theresa the Peerless Strategist was the incorrect match.
Kiana: "Give it up, Auntie. Some things can't be forced."
Himeko Murata: "Theresa, don't be stubborn. Even if you can't get along with money, don't take it out on the system rewards."
Theresa: "...Tch."
Damn it. She, Theresa, was the principal of St. Freya Academy, Schicksal's Crown Prince, the Far East Branch's only S-rank Valkyrie, yet today she had suffered such humiliation.
Theresa received a punishment: two years of lifespan deducted.
System reminder: Punishments are random. Please answer carefully, group members, and do not imitate Theresa's foolish behavior.
Raiden Mei: "That punishment is so harsh?"
Theresa: "Damn it, who are you calling Theresa the Fool?"
Just as the principal was about to argue properly, a sudden sense of weakness emerged in her body, and she staggered several steps.
Fortunately, she was a clone. Her lifespan surpassed that of ordinary people, and her body had remained in the form of a twelve-year-old for many years.
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