Chapter 180

Sakura glanced discreetly at the unnecessary facilities, but ultimately said nothing.

After all, it's Elysia's memory space. If Elysia has no objections, then she really has no right to say anything more.

"When you built those bases, the progress was even more astonishing than this workshop. And it was far more secure; without sufficient authorization, I doubt anyone could have taken anything from them on their own."

Therefore, everything has two sides.

What Vill-V realized was that the thing Sakura mentioned that she couldn't take away alone might be referring to someone.

"You're really scary, Sakura. What's this, a habit of assassins? When you see the fruits of your comrades' labor, your first thought is how to deal with them?"

"This is also a lesson learned from you, no, from [her]," Sakura said, placing her hand on the hilt of her sword.

"Oh, expert... right?"

Vill-V crossed her arms, it seemed that Sakura had something to discuss with her own personality.

"As usual, is there some weapon she needs to prepare? You've got the time wrong, she just fell asleep."

Do you know why I've come?

"..."

After a brief silence, Vill-V sighed and could only take out what Sakura wanted.

"Alright, it's time to return it to its rightful owner. Although I never have to think about anything related to weapons, perhaps that's why I was somewhat surprised to see it repaired."

Vill-V took out a cool-looking katana from the workshop.

It has an extremely cool appearance, and the purple tone gives it a layer of magic, as if lightning and destruction are deposited within it.

--The Third Divine Key, the Seven Thunders of Retribution.

Kiana: "Wow! That's so cool! This Divine Key is so awesome, it's a perfect match for Mei!"

If this weapon hadn't been in Raven's possession, and if she hadn't visited her island before, Kiana probably would have said she'd snatch the Seven Thunders of Retribution and give it to Mei as a gift.

Wait, it seems the Raven hasn't reported back to the World Serpent yet.

So the Seven Thunders of Retribution should still be in the World Serpent's base. Taking them would probably require infiltrating the World Serpent, which seems a bit difficult.

Raiden Mei: "Uh, I remember the last time the Seven Thunders of Retribution appeared, it was a sniper rifle in Raven's hands."

Theresa: "I remember too, that sniper rifle looked really good!"

Chapter 293 The Sharp Blade to Slay Traitors

When Kevin and Otto were negotiating, Raven was outside acting like Voldemort with the Seven Thunders of Retribution, everyone saw what the Seven Thunders of Retribution sniper rifle looked like.

Whether it was the sniper rifle back then or the katana in Vill-V's hands now, the appearance of the Seven Thunders of Retribution is almost impeccable.

Raven: "Heh, is the appearance stunning? I can't deny it, but it's worth mentioning that this Divine Key has a terrible temper."

Raiden Mei: "Temper?"

Raven: "That's right. The Seven Thunders of Retribution will take different forms depending on the occasion and the person using them."

Raven: "To put it simply, if you were fighting and your weapons suddenly turned into slingshots, you might understand what I mean."

She was almost killed by the Seven Thunders of Retribution that time.

It was also on that occasion that Raven harbored resentment towards the person who created the Seven Thunders of Retribution, not understanding why she had added such a characteristic to the Divine Key.

Especially that slingshot-like attribute—what bizarre reason did the creator have to add this characteristic to the Third Divine Key?

Raiden Mei: "..."

Kiana: "Pfft, hahaha, turning it into a slingshot is a bit too extravagant, isn't it? Vill-V, if I remember correctly, you made most of the Divine Key, right?"

Vill-V: "Well, it is an early work by an expert after all, but based on feedback from user Sakura, the Seven Thunders of Retribution shouldn't have that many flaws."

Sakura: "At least, it's not as exaggerated as they say."

Theresa: "Raven, could it be because you're too incompetent and can't master the Seven Thunders of Retribution?"

Raven: "... Do you really think your understanding of Judah is any better than mine?"

If Sakura had said that, Raven wouldn't have had any objections.

But what does Theresa, a user of the Divine Key who also wields the power of Current Era, have to say about herself, considering she treats the Oath of Judas like a brick?

[In the scene, Vill-V takes out the Seven Thunders of Retribution and presents them to Sakura, the sharp blade evoking memories for both of them.]

"The Third Divine Key, after all, is an early work by the expert, and its design is somewhat conservative."

Vill-V's tone carried a hint of regret.

"While that random mood system was indeed a pipe dream, unfortunately, it no longer changes form in the Elysian Realm."

The Previous Era Elysian Realm is a space of memories, and this Seven Thunders of Retribution is merely a replacement that was repaired by Vill-V through the collection of fragments.

It is not the Seven Thunders of Retribution in the true sense.

That's why it deserves to be repaired.

Sakura said this.

"Oh, really? I think the way you effortlessly switch between seven forms during battle is more in line with the definition of a surprise."

Vill-V touched the blade of the Seven Thunders of Retribution, then looked up at Sakura.

"However, even though it's unnecessary, I still want to ask, Sakura, what exactly do you intend to use it for?"

"It was originally my weapon, and I don't think it needs any additional purpose," Sakura said coldly.

However, the Seven Thunders of Retribution held special significance for her; this was a secret that was not kept confidential, and at least none of the Thirteen Flame-Chasers were unaware of it.

"But I also seem to have heard that you only use this knife when carrying out special missions. For example, cleaning up your own ranks, killing traitors, or even..."

"That's a necessary task."

"It's necessary..."

Vill-V sighed, her thoughts racing through her mind, and then she didn't ask any more questions.

"It's alright, I was just asking casually. Although I borrowed it for an experiment and an accident happened, I suppose it's my fault for now."

"However, I will return it to you. You know, for me, surprises are often more important than responsibilities."

Propelled by the levitation device, the Seven Thunders of Retribution slowly arrived in front of Sakura.

"No, it's not truly finished yet."

"Oh?"

Sakura reached out and drew a long sword from her waist. It was another weapon besides the Frozen Naraka, and countless successors had never seen it leave its sheath.

But in reality, that wasn't the trump card that would deliver the final blow.

It was just a cheap knife, not even sharpened.

"A temporary substitute? You mean... that's true too."

Vill-V smiled and slowly placed the Seven Thunders of Retribution of Purification, which contained the Authority of Conquest within the blade, into the empty scabbard of Sakura.

"Only in this way can she be considered truly complete, along with the expert's design and that one's Precepts, right?"

I never expected that Sakura would actually take the initiative to retrieve that Precepts as well.

"Then I hope that both you and I will get what we wish for next."

Vill-V tapped her chin, increasingly eager to see how things would unfold.

"You know what, Vill-V, I often think about a question."

Sakura's hand finally rested on the hilt of the Seven Thunders of Retribution.

"Who exactly is that girl who keeps crying in my dreams? Where does her hatred come from?"

Vill-V's eyes widened; only then did she realize she might have made a mistake.

But that's okay, this mistake is still quite interesting to her.

"Now, I finally know."

The sound of a blade being drawn rang out. In the span of Fifty Thousand Years, the Seven Thunders of Retribution were drawn from Sakura's hands once again.

The video ends here.

Cherry. "..."

Theresa: "Is it an illusion? Why do I feel that each of you has slightly different thoughts after entering Elysian Realm?"

To be precise, the term is "having ulterior motives."

However, considering the fighting prowess of the Flame-Chasers, the headmaster wisely changed his approach.

Kiana: "Mobius is like this, Chakravartin is like this, and it seems that Vill-V also intends to watch the fun and cause trouble, while Sakura has also become unusually so."

The Seven Thunders of Retribution have been unleashed speaks volumes.

Raiden Mei: "Elysia, didn't you tell me before that Elysian Realm is safe?"

So, you people were already planning to fight as soon as you entered Elysian Realm, and you didn't even know it.

On the surface, it seemed like you two were getting along very well!

Who knew that behind the scenes, one person was plotting to kill someone using another, another practically had murderous intent written all over their face, and yet another had already repaired the murder weapon used to kill their own people.

Elysia: "Uh, Mei, at least you have to believe that the conflicts between the Flame-Chasers won't affect you."

Raiden Mei: "No, I seriously doubt you'll accidentally harm innocent people."

What's going on?

Raiden Mei originally thought Elysian Realm was a good place, but now she realizes that it's just a place that gathers together thirteen people who don't get along and might even fight each other.

What is Elysia really thinking?

The fact that they didn't fight on the spot already demonstrates the deep trust and tacit understanding between Flame-Chasers.

Chapter 294 Sister, you haven't done anything wrong, have you?

Pardofelis: "Don't worry, Sister Mei, even if Sister Sakura obtains the Seven Thunders of Retribution, she would never lay a hand on you."

Raiden Mei: "Because that's a sword used to kill traitors, it won't be used on anyone other than Fire Moth?"

Sakura: "Yes."

Although admitting it now would, to some extent, increase her suspicion, Sakura still nodded and admitted it without hesitation.

Mobius: "So, Little Pardo, who do you think will be the first person Sakura-to target after unleashing the Seven Thunders of Retribution?"

The already tense atmosphere has once again sunk into a low point.

Pardofelis: "Uh, hehe, well... who knows? Anyway, it wasn't me, right?"

The answer to this question is obvious to anyone with a discerning eye!

However, sensing the eerie atmosphere of the Death Space, Pardo wisely chose not to answer.

The incident involving the Twelfth Herrscher, where Sakura's younger sister Rin tragically died at the Fire Moth base, was directly triggered by the Precepts issued by Apponia.

Although Apponia was unintentional, her original intention was to instill in humanity the will to fight against the Honkai, but it was precisely because of this naive idea that she committed irreparable sins.

Chakravartin: "Hahaha, Apponia, remember now? Sakura isn't a traitor. They call me a monster, but aren't those guys more like humans?!"

Chakravartin: "Apponia, do you remember? The monsters you created shot an innocent little girl. Disgusting evidence, Apponia, die!!!"

Apponia: "Chakravartin."

In an instant, the previously sweltering space became completely quiet.

Apponia: "I will pay for the sins I have committed myself; I am in sin, and I pray for the songs of humanity."

Mobius: "So, Sakura, aren't you going to help Chakravartin? There's no the Deep, and you don't have to worry about dying. Compared to the Memory Body of the Previous Era Elysian Realm, this is an even more once-in-a-lifetime opportunity."

Sakura: "I don't want to argue about this anymore."

Shaking her head, Sakura understood that after the news of Elysia's death arrived and she herself possessed the Seven Thunders of Retribution, the suspicion against her wouldn't be so easily dispelled.

[Sakura uses Life Coin.]

A flash of light, and Sakura vanished from the Death Space. When she opened her eyes again, she found herself at the base of the Fire Moth.