Chapter 274

"No, no, no, I came to give you a gift."

Elysia handed a letter to May.

"I was originally planning to give it to you after the next meeting, but I figured they wouldn't have any objections, so I decided to do it on my own."

Mei opened the envelope, and what was inside made her frown.

Inside the envelope was a thick stack of cards, authorization documents, and her work identification.

"With special approval from the Council of Thirteen of the Fire Moth, Mei was appointed as Chief Secretary, overseeing all research departments... and possessing one vote in meeting decisions?!"

When Mei finished reading the contents of the order, even someone as calm and collected as her was so startled that she almost dropped her documents.

Then she looked at Elysia and said seriously.

"Elysia, this joke isn't funny."

Mei has full confidence in her abilities and is certain that one day she will be able to enter the core of the Fire Moth.

I just didn't expect this day to come so soon.

Mei read the authorization document over and over again, still finding it somewhat unbelievable. She hadn't produced a single tangible result yet, so how had she been promoted to the decision-making level?

"Mei, don't be surprised yet, I have something else to show you."

Holding Mei's hand, Elysia led her deeper into the Fire Moth base.

"Let's make this clear first, it can't be some kind of appointment letter or anything like that."

If so, Mei would definitely run away as fast as she could.

In an organization like the Fire Moth, with its heavy mission, rapid promotions either indicate exceptional ability and great potential, or that the person is simply being used as a scapegoat.

Mei doesn't believe her achievements will allow her to rise to the decision-making level.

"Don't worry, Mei. This isn't a reward, but a task that I need you to complete. Among the people I know, you might be the only one who can do it."

Elysia patted May on the shoulder and continued leading her forward.

Along the way, the two of them passed through heavily guarded checkpoints without any hindrance, thanks to Elysia's identification.

The elevator descended vertically, and Mei even felt the physical feedback after the spatial journey.

The Fire Moth possess this technology, and as a researcher who has already advanced several levels, Mei has the authority to know some of the research results.

But the more this was the case, the more uneasy she became.

Where exactly is Elysia taking her?

"Don't worry, we're almost there."

After leaving the elevator, there was a place that resembled a castle, but even more like a prison. Elysia placed her ID on the detector, and the iron door slowly opened.

A woman dressed as a nun was sitting inside.

"Apponia..."

Mei recognized this person; he was a member of the Council of Thirteen, possessed extraordinary abilities, and was rumored to be a very terrifying individual.

"Mei, you know Apponia? Then I don't need to introduce you."

"Elysia, you've arrived."

Apponia slowly stood up, and when she saw May behind Elysia, she understood what Alicia wanted to do.

She walked slowly to the doorway and placed her arm on the cold iron wall.

Only through the power of [Precepts] can the door to this room truly be opened.

"Apponia, thank you for staying here all this time. You've really worked hard."

"I don't hate my current life. If my power can help you instead of bringing disaster, that is the greatest happiness."

Apponia shook her head and slowly stepped aside.

Seeing that she was indeed quite happy, Elysia didn't say anything more. After [Precepts] fully opened the door, she slowly stepped into the room.

May glanced at Apponia, hesitated for a moment, and then followed closely behind.

Upon entering the room, Mei's eyes widened in surprise.

The legendary Apponia, the prison she guards, is not a dangerous weapon, nor does it contain the Extreme Evil criminals that people imagine.

There is only one extremely large information storage device.

"Mei, this is what I'm entrusting to you. If you want to retreat, there's still time."

Elysia grinned mischievously and opened the storage device before Mei could speak.

A 3D projection appeared before the two, showcasing incredible technologies such as the Moonlight Throne, Fusion Warrior technology, and the concept of building with Divine Key.

Mei rubbed her forehead with one hand and glared at Elysia with annoyance.

As a scientist, she was quite certain that no scientist could resist the temptation of such information; even knowing it was a bottomless abyss, many would still be willing to step into it.

Almost instantly, Mei was captivated by the information.

Her gaze swept over the most unusual documents, becoming deeply engrossed in them. Time ticked by, and by the time she came to her senses, several hours had passed.

"This... is unbelievable."

Mei only skimmed through the intelligence about Honkai and the main information before her worldview was shattered, leaving her somewhat dazed.

"It's unbelievable," Elysia exclaimed. "The Honkai wasn't a test, nor a trial; it was just a simple hug."

"But this hug is too heavy for a human being."

Mei smiled bitterly.

Perhaps the trials and tribulations are easier than the information about Honkai in the data.

Although she didn't know exactly how the Fire Moth obtained this information, Mei was already 90% convinced of its authenticity.

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The information regarding the Moonlight Throne, the Stigmata Project, and even the super artificial intelligence is all based on detailed data and cannot be explained by mere fabrication.

She even gave May a backup of this data, confident that she could create a super artificial intelligence within a year.

"Mei, what are your thoughts after reading these plans?" Elysia asked.

After thinking for a moment, Mei said, "I am confident that I can complete the task with the super artificial intelligence. As for the Moonlight Throne, after deriving the Honkai Energy conversion formula, the issue to consider is the equivalent amount."

"I can first create a weakened version of the Moonlight Throne, at the level of Judgment-class Honkai Beast. After that, it's just a matter of resources."

The Moonlight Throne, which Honkai Energy in a single blow from the Herrscher of Finality, would be impossible to achieve without gathering resources from all over the world and building near-Earth orbit satellites.

But that's a minor matter.

Mei knew that there was a member of the Fire Moth named Vill-V, who could grow a natural garden on a satellite, so low-Earth orbit satellites would definitely be no problem for her.

"Mei, you know that's not what I'm asking."

Elysia stopped her usual cheerful laughter and became serious.

"I wanted to ask your opinion on the Stigmata Project."

"My opinion?"

Mei thought for a moment, then slowly spoke.

"Personally, I think that if we can complete the Stigmata Prototype, the success rate of the Stigmata Project will be very high, but it will only be a last resort."

Like Kindling Project, Stigmata Project is predicated on Honkai destruction of the world and the arrival of the Finality.

No matter how high the success rate is, it's just a last resort for filing.

"No, Mei, I do not support the Stigmata Project."

Elysia thought for a moment and added, "The other twelve councilors will also no longer support it."

"Why?"

Mei didn't understand that the Stigmata Project was just one option; when absolutely necessary, it was the only backup plan that could be chosen.

Why do the politicians who advocate for the Fire Moth have such strong opinions about it?

"Yes, why... maybe it's because we don't want to fail again."

Elysia sighed, rubbing her forehead.

The Flame-Chasers have returned to their own time to change the past: Chakravartin, Eden, Su, Mobius, Vill-V, Sakura, and even Pardofelis... They have all tried their best!

The Flame-Chasers return from a failed future to the present, not for the sake of some so-called Kindling Project, but to rekindle civilization after the world has been shattered.

They will truly defeat the Honkai!

Elysia wants to create a different ending, an ending where she can win.

No, all Flame-Chasers must think the same way!

Mei and Elysia looked at each other and remained silent for a long time.

"The Stigmata Project will consume a lot of resources. If we don't plan to execute it from the beginning, then we need to be decisive."

Mei stepped back and offered her opinion.

As for her views on the Stigmata Project, she maintained her original attitude, without any prejudice.

"Okay, let me tell you about the task I'm going to give you."

"Has it finally arrived?"

Mei looked at the certificate in her hand; the words "Chief Secretary" instantly made her feel pressured.

"Listen carefully, Mei. Our goal is to defeat the Honkai, to overcome the Honkai. We now have ample time, resources, and even manpower."

Elysia stared into Mei's eyes and said earnestly.

"Therefore, we need to devise a plan, a possibility, or... simply a world where disaster can be avoided."

"We need your help, May."

"..."

Dr. Mei scratched her head. From her student days to now, she had worked overtime for several days in a row for research, but she had never felt as troubled as she did now.

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After a long while, Mei caught her breath and said helplessly, "I don't know why you think so highly of me, but since it's a predicament for all humanity, I will naturally do my best."

"Besides, I've already received hush money, so consider it as doing my job."

Mei looked at her palm; she was holding a document: Chief Secretary of the Fire Moth Conference.

The higher the position, the greater the ability.

She was originally just a student with a little talent, but after being recruited into the research department by the Fire Moth, her already unusual life seemed to be heading in an abnormal direction.

Seeing this, Elysia couldn't help but smile.

'We've got a second chance. With our previous experience and everyone's working so hard, we're sure to defeat the Honkai, right?'

Elysia prayed this in her heart.

Dr. Mei's abilities are evident to all the Flame-Chasers, and everyone will surely support this proposal.

Elysia left the room guarded by Apponia, took the elevator to the balcony, leaving Dr. Mei alone in the room.

Although they failed, the information they left behind is invaluable. With Mei's abilities, it shouldn't be long before she can inherit that legacy.

The next step is to see how far humanity can go. Will the new Fire Moth, led by thirteen people, be truly capable of replacing the Fire Moth's leadership?

Elysia looked up at the sky, stretched out her hand to look at the city below, the lights, the breeze, the crowds... everything was something she loved.

Elysia: "As expected, no matter how much time passes, the feeling of liking something will never change."

Kevin: "Elysia, did you finish?"

Elysia: "Yes, the plan is going well, at least for me."

It's Kevin...

Elysia's mood, which had finally lifted, plummeted once again upon hearing Kevin's voice.

She didn't even have the courage to say May's name in front of Kevin.