Chapter 76

[In the scene, as Wendy becomes the Herrscher of Wind and flies away, Himeko Murata reports the information to Schicksal Headquarters, while Kiana and the others continue to track Wendy.]

"I have two pieces of bad news for you. First, Schicksal Headquarters has already designated Wendy as the Fourth Herrscher."

"Secondly, the S-rank Valkyrie from the Europe Headquarters have already set out to capture the Fourth Herrscher."

These are indeed two pieces of bad news.

The Valkyrie who was willing to endure pain to preserve the Gem of Desire has now been designated Herrscher, and S-rank Valkyrie from Europe have come to capture her.

No matter how you look at it, Wendy's current situation looks grim.

"S-rank Valkyrie? If I saw her normally, I'd definitely want to spar with her. But right now, I really don't want to run into them..." Kiana sighed.

"This time, the S-rank Valkyrie Durandal has been deployed. She is a Valkyrie clad in black armor and wielding a massive knight's lance. It is said that among all the current S-rank Valkyrie, she is the strongest."

Teacher Himeko browsed the messages on the Hyperion's communication channel.

"Another piece of bad news: according to observations from the Schicksal satellite, five airships have just passed over the Pacific Ocean, and their current location is unknown."

"A floating warship?!"

No need to guess, this time it's definitely the Anti-Entropy force, and their target is very likely Wendy as well.

"Yes, that's right. Listen up, you three. Once you spot the Anti-Entropy forces, immediately abandon the search. If you all get caught, it'll be a huge loss."

Himeko Murata reminded him.

The chances of three B-rank Valkyrie defeating Anti-Entropy's fleet are extremely slim.

"Kiana-chan, let me lend you a hand this time~ So the Fox of Anti-Entropy has finally made its move? But it's a good opportunity, hehehe."

Theresa's voice drifted from afar; she was smiling like a little fox.

"Help, Theresa, what do you need to do?"

You'll find out in a little while.

Theresa made a shh gesture, then went to begin her grand plan.

Kiana: "Anti-Entropy's forces, and Schicksal's S-rank Valkyrie Durandal, Auntie, you actually managed to handle them? I'm starting to look at you in a new light."

Raiden Mei: "Headmaster, you really are very reliable in crucial moments."

Theresa: "Really? Hahaha, as expected of me, I solved this century-old problem with ease."

The Anti-Entropy fleet and the Schicksal S-rank Valkyrie —only the wise Principal St. Freya Academy could handle such a situation where two major powers had dispatched their main forces.

Theresa never imagined she could be so wise.

Himeko Murata: "This... shouldn't be happening."

No matter how hard Teacher Himeko tried, she couldn't find a good way to help Kiana and the others deal with both Anti-Entropy and Schicksal at the same time.

Keep in mind that there are only three B-rank Valkyrie on their side in the scene, so even if they use tricks, their room for maneuver is too small.

Himeko Murata even began to doubt whether she was as smart as Theresa.

Theresa: "Sigh, it seems only at the most crucial moments does this headmistress reveal her wisdom."

The academy president looked up at the sky outside the window, with an expression that said, "Because I'm too invincible, life is as lonely as snow."

[Q&A begins.]

How did Theresa manage to handle both the Anti-Entropy forces and Schicksal's S-rank Valkyrie simultaneously?

[A: Invoking its own privileges, it commands the S-rank Valkyrie to stop.]

[B: Relying on unparalleled combat power, he simultaneously suppressed both sides' forces.]

[C: By using false information, they were persuaded to abandon their pursuit of Wendy.]

[D: By revealing Durandal's location, the Anti-Entropy forces and Schicksal's S-rank Valkyrie will become entangled.]

Theresa: "..."

The headmistress, who had been wearing a smug expression, froze. Several of the options in the question-and-answer session seemed rather unfriendly to her.

Durandal: "Lady Theresa, with your authority, you can't mobilize S-rank Valkyrie's currently on a mission, so... are you planning to fight me?"

Impressive! I didn't expect Senior Theresa to have made such great progress after so long, being able to fight against both herself and Anti-Entropy's forces simultaneously.

For this reason alone, Durandal felt a sense of respect for Theresa.

'It seems I've been slacking off in my training at Schicksal Headquarters. Senior Theresa has great potential; has she already surpassed me?'

Durandal suddenly felt that he was being far too lazy, far too lazy.

Even though Theresa, who went to the Far East Branch, was intensifying her training, I, the strongest Valkyrie at Schicksal Headquarters, was progressing so slowly.

It's decided, today I'll set the gravity to 100x!

Elysia: "Um, Miss Durandal, haven't you considered other possibilities? You know, you're the strongest Valkyrie, the rising star of Schicksal."

Durandal: "Are you saying that Senior Theresa used false information to terminate the mission? No way. Once S-rank Valkyrie is deployed, she won't give up halfway unless the objective is achieved."

Elysia: "... Whatever makes you happy."

The Pink Fairy, rubbing her forehead.

I don't know if this person is pretending or genuinely dense; are they really that unwilling to suspect the possibility that they've been sold out?

Kiana: "I choose D, my period gave away Durandal's location!"

[Correct answer.]

Theresa: "?! Kiana, you!!"

The headmaster froze for a moment, mechanically turning his head to stare blankly at his beloved niece.

Chapter 124 Concept Card: Durandal

Theresa was still wondering if she had exposed Durandal, and her worries hadn't subsided. Now, Kiana had exposed her too.

An eye for an eye!

Kiana: "Auntie, the questions and answers are already out. It was only a matter of time before it was exposed. Whether you stick your neck out or not, you're going to get stabbed anyway, so just accept it."

Theresa: "Uh... Durandal, I think I can explain."

Being targeted by S-rank Valkyrie has put the headmaster in a real panic. Is there anyone who can save her? Please come and help!

[Congratulations Kiana on winning the reward: Concept Card - Durandal.]

[Description: A card containing the power of the strongest Valkyrie. When it comes into contact with Durandal, it can replicate the opponent's power at that moment, maintaining that state for ten minutes.]

Durandal: "?!!"

The strongest Valkyrie in the training room suddenly looked a little dazed. She wasn't sure if it was just her imagination, but she felt like she was being targeted.

What is the underlying principle behind cards that can only replicate one's own power?

Kiana: "So, does that mean that as long as I come into contact with Durandal, I can transform into the strongest Valkyrie?!"

The Himeko looked at the card in its hand with some excitement.

The feeling of leveraging someone else's power to cheat is just too awesome!

Bronya: "That idiot Kiana got another good thing, and the card even has Kiana's image engraved on it. Looks like only she can use it."

Elysia: "As Concept Card of Durandal, in the end only Kiana can use it. Are you two really not related?"

Durandal: "It should just be a coincidence..."

Kiana: "Of course! I'm destined to become the strongest Valkyrie, Durandal will one day face my challenge!"

Durandal: "I see. I accept your challenge!"

As the Strongest Valkyrie of Schicksal, Durandal sits on the throne of first place, having almost forgotten how long it has been since anyone challenged her.

These days, Kiana, this reckless girl, is actually quite popular with her.

Kiana: "Um... Lady Durandal, could you take a look at this Concept Card?"

Theresa: "Kiana, didn't you just say you were going to challenge Durandal? Why are you backing down so quickly?"

Kiana: "Auntie, I'm not backing down! The challenge is still a long way off. I was just thinking of borrowing some of Durandal's power first, otherwise the system's rewards would be wasted."

Durandal: "You wish to borrow my power...? Fine, I agree."

Raiden Mei: "So satisfying?!"

The group was taken aback, staring blankly at Durandal. Shouldn't this be considered more carefully?

Considering they might become enemies with Durandal, lending their power to others prematurely seems unwise.

Durandal: "It's alright. You are merely Valkyrie of Schicksal now. As for my companion Kiana... I believe she will use my power in the right way."

Moreover, he was constantly training and getting stronger, Durandal believed that he could not defeat her stronger self by relying on his past strength!

Kiana: "As expected of Durandal, I'm increasingly convinced of your abilities!"

Putting aside their positions, Durandal treated her very well, almost like family.

In the scene, Kiana and the others find Wendy, but Wendy, utterly disappointed, no longer believes them and flies away again using the power of the Herrscher of Wind.

In two minutes, the S-rank Valkyrie will arrive in New Zealand, Anti-Entropy's airship will also arrive.

Time is of the essence; given the current situation, it's too late.

"There's no need to worry about the S-rank Valkyrie and the Anti-Entropy forces for now."

Theresa sent a message with the good news.

"Could it be that you ordered the S-rank Valkyrie to be put on standby?"

"I'm sorry, I don't have that permission, but I do have the permission to know their location."

Theresa smiled, making no attempt to hide her foxy expression.

"Could it be that you are?!"

"That's right, I broadcast the location of the S-rank Valkyrie on the public channel. Anti-Entropy's communication system is so advanced, they must be able to hear my broadcast."

Given such a once-in-a-lifetime opportunity, those foxes from Anti-Entropy will definitely choose to ambush the S-rank Valkyrie.

The explosion just now must mean that the two sides have started fighting.

Theresa felt slightly embarrassed about betraying her own people, but since the other party was S-Rank Valkyrie, the Anti-Entropy guys could only buy them a little time at most.

Theresa: "Uh..."

Durandal: "Senior Theresa, don't you think you owe me an explanation?"

Durandal was completely dumbfounded; her bewilderment was practically overflowing.

How could this person be so decisive as to reveal their own people's coordinates to Anti-Entropy? Where is your basic professionalism as Valkyrie senior? Did you feed all your principles and bottom lines to the Honkai Beast?!

Although, in accordance with the mission sequence, while capturing the Herrscher of Wind, they encountered Anti-Entropy trying to steal her, Durandal himself also had a responsibility to defeat them and then take the Herrscher of Wind away.

But being betrayed by your own people is really frustrating!

Theresa: "Maybe, perhaps, maybe... I was wrong! Please forgive me, considering we're both S-rank Valkyrie!"

Pardofelis: "Uh..."

Such a swift surrender, almost comparable to that of a certain stubborn cat, gave Pardofelis a sense of déjà vu.

Durandal couldn't help but facepalm, feeling helpless towards the headmistress who was her senior and also S-rank Valkyrie like her.

Durandal: "Senior Theresa, where are your most basic principles and integrity as Valkyrie?"

Theresa: "Haha... I just did something wrong and am actively admitting my mistake."

The headmistress chuckled dryly; she had really messed things up for herself this time.

He took advantage of his juniors and was caught red-handed.

If she weren't already used to acting cute with her grandfather even in her fifties, and if she didn't have a strong mental fortitude, she would have definitely found Ark and left Earth overnight.

Durandal: "Ha, don't joke like that next time, Senior Theresa."

Durandal: "However, I still have to remind you of something. The sudden attack on Schicksal S-rank Valkyrie by the Anti-Entropy forces will definitely be investigated. Before making this decision, have you thought about how you're going to explain it?"

Theresa: "Ah, this..."

[Q&A begins.]