Chapter 223

Her younger sister was chosen as the Herrscher of Corruption, which led to a series of tragedies. The last answer brought back unpleasant memories for her.

Of course, it only lasted for a moment.

This Herrscher of Corruption is different from her sister, and Sakura knows this very well.

Pardofelis: "Sister Sakura, your Frozen Naraka and the Seven Thunders of Retribution are both with me. Where did you get the knife from?"

Pardo was startled by the sound of the sword being drawn and quickly ran back to the shop to check her goods. She breathed a sigh of relief only after confirming that nothing was missing and that both of Sakura's weapons were with her.

She was still waiting for Sakura to use the silver coins to redeem the two weapons.

Sakura: "It's just a substitute. I've always been used to carrying a sword, so it's a bit strange to always be empty-handed."

For example, the situation just now.

He was ready to draw his sword, but there was nothing at his waist. After his hands grasped at empty air, he felt a deep emptiness inside.

Sakura: "In any case, the Herrscher of Corruption shouldn't transform into Rin's form."

These two Herrscher from different eras never actually crossed paths.

Raiden Mei: "Who she'll become... that's hard to say. When the Herrscher of Corruption was dealing with Chakravartin, she transformed into his appearance."

Chakravartin: "Hmph."

Theresa: "So, to deal with Mei, wouldn't I have to transform into Mei's appearance?"

Fu Hua: "There's no need. She transformed into Chakravartin's appearance because she was afraid of being exposed, but now that her identity has been revealed, she probably won't hide herself anymore."

Raiden Mei nodded in agreement. After all, if the Herrscher of Corruption were to transform into her likeness and provoke her, Raiden Mei felt that the chuunibyou (delusional) person might very well be tempted to stab her.

Elysia: "Didn't you ever consider the possibility that she might turn into me? After all, I'm so beautiful and cute, even Herrscher would be tempted, right?"

Kiana: "No, no, no, how could Herrscher fall in love so easily?"

That wasn't attraction at all; it was lust at first sight!

In comparison, it's more likely that the Herrscher of Corruption will transform into Raiden Mei to provoke her.

Elysia: "Don't you guys trust my beauty at all? But it's okay, I'm very confident! Choose A, Elysia!"

[Correct answer.]

The Chat Group fell silent, especially those who had tried to refute Elysia earlier; they felt that this Herrscher of Corruption wasn't a respectable person.

Elysia: "I knew it! The allure of beautiful girls is a powerful force that even Herrscher can't resist."

Raiden Mei: "But it stabbed you first."

Elysia: "Mei, don't say such cruel things. Even I would be sad."

[Congratulations to Elysia for receiving the reward: Life Coin.]

[Elysia uses Life Coin.]

Pardofelis: "Sister Elysia, you used it before you even had a chance to get used to it?"

Elysia: "Well, I've been hoarding one and can't bear to use it. Su's Honkai Energy Serum has reached the third stage of development, so I have to go back and make some arrangements."

Chapter 361 Klein: I am Mobius

The figure in the Death Space vanished instantly, and Elysia opened her eyes to find herself in the Fairy Amusement Park on the surface of the Fire Moth Base.

The once desolate and cold wasteland has been transformed into the Elysian Realm filled with the laughter of children.

Butterflies, flowers, Ferris wheels—all sorts of beautiful things come together to create a joyful Elysian Realm.

Elysia sat on the swing, butterflies landing on her fingertips, but she was only focused on looking up at the sky.

Past failures flashed through her mind.

Disaster originates from despair in the heart; it is humanity's self-destruction after trust is shattered...

A happy family in the morning, a husband accompanying his child to school, making sweet promises to his wife—before just a few hours later, they became victims of disaster, sitting in the ruins waiting for soldiers to distribute relief food.

Such a failure... must never happen again, no matter what.

Elysia jumped off the swing, avoiding the children's sight, and headed towards the Fire Moth's base.

Once inside the base, what Elysia saw was not the idyllic amusement Elysian Realm it appeared to be; everywhere was filled with cold walls and a high-tech style.

Without a doubt, only that great engineer could have accomplished such a feat, far surpassing the capabilities of our time.

Without intense conflicts and divisions, and without each pursuing its own interests, the Fire Moth are developing remarkably rapidly these days.

"This futuristic style, isn't it truly befitting of Vill-V?"

Elysia nodded in satisfaction, activated her privileges, and notified the other Flame-Chasers to convene a meeting.

The thirteen Flame-Chasers represent the highest authority of the Fire Moth, and each also has their own tasks on a daily basis.

Sue from the medical department, Mobius from the biological department, and Vill-V, who is in charge of engineering development... they only meet together when something big happens.

Unfortunately, Elysia happens to be the one who can bring them all together.

Where is the Mobius man?

At the meeting, Elysia looked around and noticed that the seat that belonged to Mobius was still empty.

Sue slowly raised her hand. "Not long ago, I gave her the report on the third phase of the Honkai Energy Serum project. Mobius was probably too excited and worked overtime for several days in a row."

Working overtime is not uncommon, especially for researchers.

Sudden bursts of inspiration and the acquisition of exceptional body samples are things that can motivate them to work overtime willingly.

Although Elysia believed more that Mobius would dump all the work on Klein.

"I'm sorry, I'm late."

Elysia sensed something was wrong.

Not only is this not Mobius's voice at all, but even the tone is different.

Elysia turned around, and sure enough, it was Klein, wearing the Mobius name tag and sporting dark circles under his eyes.

"Klein, where's Mobius?"

"I... I am Dr. Mobius."

Klein blushed, feeling so ashamed she wanted to disappear into the ground, but remembering that this was a task given to her by Mobius, she had no choice but to straighten her back and hold her head high.

She couldn't hold back her gaze for a full minute before she lowered her head in shame and began to explain.

"Dr. Mobius worked through the night last night because he obtained new experimental data, and he's still sleeping in the lab now."

I'm sorry, Doctor, I can't complete the task you assigned me.

Klein sighed; she knew this method was completely unreliable, and if nothing unexpected happened, they would have their budget cut again.

"Is it a project researching Honkai Energy Serum?"

"Yes, it's already..."

"That Eden, increase Mobius's budget for next quarter by ten percent."

Elysia said with a serious expression.

Honkai Energy Serum is one of the projects she is most optimistic about right now, even more important than most of Vill-V's projects.

Since Mobius has been working overtime all night, the budget certainly can't be skimped on... Wait, Elysia suddenly thought of something.

Could it be that Mobius anticipated this and specifically invited Klein to the meeting?

"Alright, Klein, since Dr. Mobius sent you, please take a seat."

"Um."

Klein sat on the stool, feeling restless.

Ultimately, is it really a good idea to have her attend such a powerful meeting?

Klein took out her notebook and meticulously recorded every word of the meeting. Little did she know that, in the eyes of the other Flame-Chasers, Klein's participation in the meeting was far more reliable than having Mobius come.

At least Klein wouldn't fall asleep during meetings just because he was bored.

"Everyone is very pressed for time, so I'll keep it brief."

Elysia's gaze swept around.

"The experimental phase of the Honkai Energy Serum has been completed, and it is now ready for use. Those suffering from Honkai Disease and infection can be treated with the serum."

"Su, please explain the effects of the medicine to everyone."

"OK."

Su stood up, took out the report in his hand, and handed it to everyone.

"The second-generation Honkai Energy Serum can now be mass-produced, with 50% better efficacy than the first generation, and has been proven to have no side effects."

"The only problem at present is that there is a 3% chance of triggering an immune rejection reaction, which may also cause the immune system to deteriorate. Currently, large hospitals have specialized rehabilitation programs."

With a 3% chance of adverse drug reaction, the mortality rate can be reduced to below 1%.

This is the limit that the second-generation Honkai Energy Serum can reach in a short period of time.

As for the third generation, the research and development costs are high and the experimental cycle is long, so it is unlikely to be available in the short term.

"Klein, please explain the development status of the third generation."

As soon as Elysia finished speaking, all eyes turned to Klein, making the lab assistant feel immense pressure.

I'm increasingly convinced that replacing Mobius at the meeting was an unwise decision.

"OK."

Klein sighed, and could only bite the bullet and explain their experimental data.

"The development of the third generation is currently in the preparatory stage. Dr. Mobius expects to develop a sample within a month. As for subsequent experiments and preparations..."

"Alright, Klein, thank you for your explanation."

Elysia picked up her small hammer and tapped it, interrupting Klein's report.

"That's settled then. The Honkai Energy Serum is officially in use. Meeting adjourned!"

Seeing this, everyone left the meeting room one after another.

Klein, on the other hand, was completely bewildered. The report in her hand hadn't even finished the first page, and there were still more than sixty possible solutions, more than a hundred points to note, and hundreds of pages of PowerPoint slides that she hadn't yet presented.

The meeting is over just like that?

Elysia: "Phew... so tired. I still have to work overtime after the meeting."

Pardofelis: "Thank you for your hard work, Sister Elysia."

Elysia: "Waaaaah, I want a vacation! I want a vlog! I want more views!"

Chapter 362 The Herrscher of Corruption: I'm So Good-Looking

Poor Elysia! She was so upset that she cried and made a fuss because she couldn't enjoy her vacation at the same time get vlog views. Waaaaah, so pitiful!

Sue: "Alright, Elysia, at least you don't have to deal with microscopic serum reactions and tons of experimental data reports."

In order to put the second-generation serum into use, Su Ke stayed up so long that she developed dark circles under her eyes and looked half-gaunt.

Mobius: "Ha, who do you think is the most important person in charge of this project?"

Vill-V: "I think I'm the one who's had the hardest time among the Flame-Chasers. My old body can't take it anymore."

If even Expert Vill-V has spoken, then everyone else pales in comparison.

It's a pity Klein wasn't there; otherwise, even an expert working overtime would have to settle for second best when faced with that assistant.

Elysia: "I'm in a bad mood, really bad. I need something to cheer me up!"

Sitting in her office, Elysia was surrounded by stacks of documents; unsurprisingly, this was her workload for the day.

Most of these locations involved the use of Honkai Energy Serum, collaborations, and the construction of medical stations. Elysia felt like her back was about to collapse from the workload.

In the scene, Raiden Mei and the Herrscher of Corruption are in an amusement Elysian Realm, sitting opposite each other and looking very intimate.

But the sharp gaze of one of them created an invisible barrier between them.

"Who exactly are you?" After a long silence, Raiden Mei finally asked.