Chapter 178

Pardofelis: "No!"

In an instant, Pardofelis seemed to understand something and cried out.

Elysia: "Pardofelis, what are you thinking about?"

Pardofelis: "Sister Elysia, it's not just the door that's closed! Canned Food can even get into Sister Vill-V's workshop, how could she be stopped from the outside just because the archives are locked?!"

Canned Food: "Meow."

Bronya: "This..."

Although Pardofelis's clue came about quite intriguingly, it must be admitted that there are very few places in the Elysian Realm that Canned Food cannot infiltrate.

That certainly doesn't include the archives.

"Pardo Vill-V that the murderer has turned the archives into a closed space?"

Pardofelis: "That's right, Sister Vill-V, that's exactly what I meant!"

Sakura: "But who among us has that ability?"

The Flame-Chasers exchanged glances and realized that quite a few of them could actually do it.

The situation in the Elysian Realm is different from reality. Even Pardo knows the [Great Shift of Heaven and Earth] technique, so it goes without saying that other Flame-Chasers make use of the Elysian Realm.

[Q&A begins.]

[Who had a long talk with Raiden Mei the night before Elysia disappeared?]

[A: Pardofelis.]

[B: Fu Hua.]

[C: Eden.]

[D: Chakravartin.]

Raiden Mei: "A long talk all night... I understand that you wanted to have a heart-to-heart talk before leaving, but why is Chakravartin's name included?"

The three people in front of me— Eden, who was drinking; Fu Hua, my old friend; and Pardofelis —were all people I could have friendly conversations with.

But this "Chakravartin" seems quite abrupt.

Elysia: "Hey, why does Mei have to see Chakravartin like that? Didn't I tell you? Chakravartin is actually a very gentle person."

Kiana: "I don't believe you unless you prove it to me."

Elysia: "Hmm... Chakravartin, aren't you going to give everyone any reaction?"

Chakravartin: "Please get out of my way."

He was so gentle; everyone deeply felt the softness beneath Chakravartin's tough exterior. He even used the word "please"!

Elysia: "Well, at least everyone felt the passion of Chakravartin tribulations!"

Pardofelis: "Uh, it's suddenly a bit hot."

Theresa: "Mei, you should know the answer to this question, right? Who do you most want to talk to for one night before you leave?"

Raiden Mei: "Headmaster, I understand what you mean, but you'd better watch your words next time."

Theresa's words made it sound as if she were being led to the execution ground the next day, not to leave the Previous Era Elysian Realm.

Theresa: "Ahem, it's nothing, it's nothing."

Raiden Mei: "Let me think... if I go drinking with Eden, I might miss my appointment with Elysia the next day. As for Pardo... I guess it should be the class president."

[Correct answer.]

Pardofelis: "Why, why did Sister Mei exclude me all of a sudden?"

Raiden Mei: "Are you sure you want me to say it?"

Pardofelis: "Confirmed!"

Raiden Mei: "Because it's so late at night, even the Canned Food have gone to the archives. You must have gone to get more supplies, Pardo."

Pardofelis: "Ahem, Sister Mei, you really know me well, haha, you guys chat, don't worry about me, don't worry about me at all."

Pardo scratched her head, feeling an unusually awkward atmosphere.

Indeed, buying goods in the middle of the night and sleeping during the day is a professional skill she has cultivated over many years in the industry.

[Congratulations to Raiden Mei for winning the reward: Concept Card - Sage's Assistance.]

[Description: As someone closely associated with the Immortal Crimson Bird, using this Concept Card allows you to summon the immortal for assistance should you encounter danger.]

Raiden Mei: "A prop for asking the class president for help in a critical moment?"

Theresa: "Actually, I think Fu Hua such a good person that even without this card, if Mei asked for help, Fu Hua would have arrived immediately."

Kiana: "The class monitor is strong, the class monitor is invincible!"

Fu Hua: "Ahem, Kiana, you're exaggerating. I've only achieved a little in martial arts; it's far from what you're making it out to be."

Chapter 290 The Pressure Gradually Falls on Sakura

The "slight achievement" mentioned by the Immortal Crimson Bird likely refers to instantly defeating the Six-Core Herrscher with a single punch, and the unstoppable force of the Edge of Taixuan with a single thought of sword energy.

If her achievement is considered even slightly accomplished, then probably no one in the world has ever mastered martial arts to the highest level.

Fu Hua is truly humble.

Little Xuan: "Immortal, don't be modest. If Mei is in danger, just call her. Blockhead and may not be good at much else, but when it comes to fighting, she's absolutely amazing."

Fu Hua: "Little Xuan, why are you suddenly siding with Mei?"

Little Xuan: "Because Mei's cooking is so delicious! It's even better than the meat buns we used to make!"

Book of Cang Xuan held his face in his hands, still savoring today's lunch. He was amazed that he could eat such soft and delicious food every day, a stark contrast to the austere days on Mount Tai Xu!

Fu Hua: "Sigh."

The Book of Cang Xuan, which had been with him for nearly a thousand years, was actually captivated by Mei's mere culinary skills, leaving the Immortal Crimson Bird feeling utterly exhausted.

Perhaps she herself should reflect on why, for a full five thousand years, all she has been able to do is remain Spring No Old?

But if we're really talking about Spring No Old, Fu Hua genuinely thinks Mei's pickles definitely don't taste as good as hers.

Do Spring No Old sauce. Every step of the process requires mastering the techniques and controlling the heat. No matter how outstanding Raiden Mei's culinary talent is, it can't compare to her 4,500 years of experience in marinating.

Danzhu: "Little Xuan, you can't say that about the immortal. At least compared to before, she can make barbecue now."

Fu Hua: "Danzhu, are you really trying to comfort me?"

Immortal Crimson Bird sighed, knowing that Raiden Mei's cooking was truly delicious, and then turned his attention to the screen.

[In the scene, Raiden Mei is wandering in the Elysian Realm. Tomorrow is the day Elysia will reveal the truth to her.]

Good evening, Mei.

The sudden sound interrupted Mei's thoughts. She turned her head and saw a familiar figure standing to the side.

"Hua? Good evening. I didn't expect to see the alternation of day and night in this Elysian Realm."

Raiden Mei looked up at the sky, which was now covered by stars.

This is not a scene that would normally appear in the Previous Era Elysian Realm.

"Yes, I was surprised too. It's been a long time since I've seen a night like this."

Fu Hua said wistfully.

"It felt like going back to everyday life a long time ago, to past wars, apocalypses, and memories—it was more like a long dream."

Perhaps this was one of Elysia's goals.

Raiden Mei watched Fu Hua lost in her memories and couldn't help but think this.

"Sorry, I said something silly. I hope you don't mind."

"No, I understand. Or perhaps it's just human nature; only after experiencing war and turmoil can one truly appreciate the value of the everyday."

Raiden Mei, too, longed for her days at the St. Freya Academy.

Unfortunately, what is lost can never be made up for.

"Hmm, apart from those elusive enemies, there doesn't seem to be any other danger. I wonder why Apponia hid this place."

"Hua, Elysia told me something."

Raiden Mei carefully considered her words.

She said... the Flame-Chasers system was never actually approved.

"Ah?"

"What's wrong?"

"It's nothing. I'm just surprised that Elysia would tell you this. I thought she was very bothered by it."

Fu Hua shook her head.

Since Elysia herself told Raiden Mei, it's not something that can't be said.

"She believes you have the right to reveal all this. I'm sorry, out of respect for her, neither I nor anyone else can tell you this."

"It's nothing, I was just curious why this system was rejected so thoroughly, without any room for maneuver?"

Didn't she tell you what happened next?

Fu Hua scratched his head and asked.

"The Fire Moth did reject the initial proposal, but later they offered a compromise: a group of five approved members would form the Flame-Chasers to continue implementing the system proposed by Elysia."

Those five people were Elysia, Kevin, Vill-V, Sue, and Fu Hua.

"But Elysia refused to compromise, saying that if it wasn't all of them, she'd rather have none at all."

"Why?"

"Perhaps it's because those outside the Five Flame-Chasers have always faced more criticism, and Elysia wants to fight for their rights."

Fu Hua then explained to Raiden Mei the reasons why the others' applications were rejected.

The reason for Eden's existence is that it doesn't need people without a future; the reasons for Chakravartin, Apponia, Mobius are self-evident.

Sakura's reason is that the higher-ups are afraid that the knife they used in the past will be held to their own throats.

Cosmo's physical condition is not ideal, and there is a possibility that he will lose his mind, Honkai Beast.

Griseo is a child with uncontrollable powers, while Pardo is someone no one even knows exists.

The video ends here.

Elysia: "Oh, so Mei secretly went out to see Hua last night to discuss this. If you have any questions, you can ask me."

Raiden Mei: "Is it really okay for me to know about this?"

No matter how you look at it, this should be considered inside information about the Thirteen Flame-Chasers, dirt on the Fire Moth, information that shouldn't be easily shown to others, right?

Elysia: "What's wrong with that? Or do you think Mei is afraid that if Mei finds out our identities haven't been acknowledged, Mei 'll distance herself from us?"

Raiden Mei: "No, Flame-Chasers is a true hero. Your actions and will are evidence etched in history, and no one's approval is needed."

Elysia: "Oh, I'm so happy that Mei said that."

Kiana: "Actually, I still don't understand. There are only thirteen Fusion Warrior left. Why would the higher-ups at Fire Moth deny the Thirteen Flame-Chasers Plan?"

Only thirteen people remained; they were the last remaining backbone of the fight against the Honkai.

Why not just award a medal or some other honor to celebrate? Why make things difficult for your own people?

Elysia: "Because Flame-Chasers is a privilege, and the higher-ups don't want those they fear to receive privileges."

Mobius and Chakravartin are the best examples.

Theresa: "You people from the Previous Era really know how to have fun."

Pardofelis: "Hey, let's not dwell on the past, let's analyze the intelligence first! Can we rule out Sister Mei and Hua now?"

Elysia: "Yes, of course we can. How could we doubt Mei and honest Hua?"

Their conversation went on until nearly midnight, before the archives had been locked, so the timing didn't match up at all.

[Q&A begins.]