The Incident Ends, and the Resilient Goose

"Okay, you don't need to explain anymore, I already know."

Shi Hen interrupted abruptly.

Sure enough, this guy always closes his eyes just to show off.

He had seen through the true nature of these so-called Flame-Chasers.

Do you have any other questions?

Su asked in a slightly stiff tone.

He felt that the newcomer's focus was rather inexplicable.

"That's all." Meeting the gaze of this pioneer, Shi Hen shook his head decisively. "Instead, you can ask me any questions now, and I can answer them as appropriate."

He was not interested in the information in Su's mind.

Having observed numerous World Bubble and comprehended the myriad causes and effects of this fleeting world, didn't the other side also fail to save the Previous Civilization?

Therefore, we should just observe the things in the World Bubble and leave them at that; we still have to create our own future step by step.

To think that knowing the future is enough to defeat the Honkai is somewhat naive.

"So..." Upon hearing the boy's words, a moment of contemplation flashed in Su's eyes before she spoke, "What are your views on this world?"

Even though he already knew the result, he still hoped to hear the answer from the other party himself.

This is his commitment as a human being.

"This world..." Shi Hen said softly, a hint of nostalgia on his face, "Is neither fair nor beautiful."

But some people have shown me that the world isn't actually that bad.

As he spoke, Shi Hen glanced at the World Bubble beside him, which was almost at the finish line, and added with a smile, "If Durandal asks anything later, just say that I came here to look for Kevin's whereabouts."

Why is that?

Su couldn't help but press for an answer.

"Don't you think this is interesting?"

Shi Hen chuckled softly.

As a major villain, Welt White must have a grand goal.

Of course, he did indeed find out Kevin's whereabouts from the Second Divine Key.

Seeing the somewhat helpless expression on Su's face, Shi Hen shook his head and smiled, saying, "Anyway, just do it this way."

Death is not the end; we will meet again in the Milky Way someday.

After venturing into the vast universe, he will inevitably seek out the traces of those Star God.

Sooner or later, he will understand which being has cast his gaze upon this world.

"You..." Su's pupils contracted slightly, and he subconsciously wanted to ask the boy about the truth of Honkai and death, but he quickly shook his head slightly and a faint smile appeared on his face. "Then, let's meet again in the Milky Way."

By then, he should be able to understand the scenery as seen through the other person's eyes, right?

Returning to the present, feeling the life force within him nearing its end, Su exerted all his strength to condense a Bodhi leaf and tossed it into the nearby pool.

"Kevin, I've come to the end. I'm leaving the rest to you."

In the final words of a Fusion Warrior, a Bodhi leaf pierced the water's surface, creating ripples that clearly revealed the solitary figure of a white-haired man.

Deep in the Quantum Sea.

Kevin caught the Bodhi leaf that had traveled an unknown distance to reach this place. His usually icy and hard face showed a slight change in expression, but in the end, he did not show any emotion.

However, in this Quantum Sea, World Bubble related to a certain gray-haired man suddenly increased, rising like bubbles and quickly dissolving into this boundless sea, much like someone's uncontrollable thoughts.

Meanwhile, Su's consciousness broke through to an unknown space after a brief period of darkness.

This space is vast and endless, with dozens of luminous lines intertwining to form the shape of a chessboard.

"Welcome, awakened one among humans." A voice, indistinguishable in gender and age, resounded, seemingly filling the entire space. "I know you have many questions in your heart, but before answering them, how about we play a game according to human rules?"

As the unknown voice spoke, a white piece was already placed in the center of the chessboard.

Is it Gomoku (Five in a Row)?

Seeing this strangely familiar scene, Su couldn't help but ask.

Unknown voice. "???"

Chapter 281 The Event Concludes and the Resilient Goose

Leaving the World Bubble called "Sumeru Mustard Seed" and returning to reality, Durandal was greeted by a vast array of Valkyrie and Schicksal- branded drone mechs.

Evacuating the public, suppressing public opinion, protecting the Second Divine Key... the Valkyrie forces of Schicksal were extremely busy.

But upon seeing Durandal's return, cheers erupted from the Valkyrie.

"Durandal, I'm so glad you're alright."

Rita was the first to approach and said, her eyes scrutinizing the golden-haired girl with exceptional care, as if she wanted to see even if the girl was missing a single hair.

"Rita..."

Upon seeing her adjutant, with whom she had spent many years, Durandal's expression became complicated.

Although the separation from the other person was less than a day, it felt like an eternity to her.

Moreover, after witnessing the story of Welt White and the Raven, she could no longer ignore Rita's situation.

"Durandal?"

Noticing the girl's unusual mood, Rita couldn't help but ask in confusion.

"Rita, no matter what happens, you must promise me you'll try your best to live!"

Taking a deep breath and looking directly into the maid's red eyes, Durandal spoke in an extremely serious tone.

She didn't want to lose Rita.

No matter what kind of power it was, it was not as important to her as her companions with whom she spent every day.

"It seems that Lady Durandal has experienced something very bad."

Seeing this, Rita couldn't help but smile slightly.

"Rita, promise me!"

Grasping the maid's hand tightly, Durandal said solemnly.

"Yes, Durandal." Rita's hand, which was being held by the girl, ached slightly, but a faint, happy smile appeared on her face. "No matter what situation I face, Rita will do her best to live."

After all, I also hope to stay with Durandal forever.

"Hmm." Oblivious to the oddity in her adjutant's words, Durandal nodded slightly and then asked, "Did you see Bai while you were out on guard?"

As she spoke, Durandal looked at the River Thames, where some ice still remained.

During her battle with the doll Kevin, she was fortunate to have the frozen river as a buffer, otherwise several city blocks would have been reduced to ruins.

Even though it only imitated Kevin's power, that puppet's strength was still not to be underestimated.

Conservatively speaking, it's at least on par with Rita 2.0.

The technological level of the Previous Civilization was indeed incredibly advanced.

Rita glanced at Durandal with some concern, keenly sensing that the other was thinking something unfriendly, but still answered without hesitation, "The Anti-Entropy Leader left directly after coming out of the Second Divine Key, without any intention of communicating with us."

As she spoke, Rita gritted her teeth inwardly, and the smile on her face became somewhat stiff.

Upon seeing [Welt White] appear, she questioned him about Durandal's whereabouts, but he didn't even glance at her, as if all the Valkyrie, including her, were invisible.

Although I understand the difference in strength between the two sides, isn't the other side being far too arrogant?

"I see."

With a slight nod, Durandal now somewhat understood Welt White's thoughts.

In their eyes, everyone in the world is probably as insignificant and fragile as an ant.

After all, in the end of the [Welt White] plan, the other side intended to kill everyone in this era equally.

"Durandal seems to have made quite a haul this time~"

Noticing the changes in Durandal, Rita smiled and said.

Before today, the other party would occasionally show a somewhat confused expression.

But now, she only sensed that Durandal's heart was filled with determination and... obvious urgency?

"Yes, I have indeed learned a lot this time." Nodding, Durandal's expression was serious. "But the most urgent matter now is to contact His Bishop Sir as soon as possible. I have something very important to report."

Neither Welt White's catastrophic salvation plan nor the Second Divine Key and Su's affairs could be borne by her alone.

Moreover, she never thought of saving the world on her own.

Humans who know how to rely on the strength of their companions, and gods who walk alone... White, I will definitely stop you!

Clenching her fist tightly, the girl made a silent vow in her heart.

Later, inside a Hover Battleship over the River Thames.

After listening to Durandal's full report on the matter, Otto nodded repeatedly, a playful smile on his face, "I really didn't expect that something so interesting would happen this time."

Moreover, did that Anti-Entropy Leader just hand over the Second Divine Key like that?

As he spoke, Otto couldn't help but feel a bit bewildered.

Even if it's in a damaged state, it's still a Divine Key, and Second Divine Key that controls the power of space.

How could Welt White ignore something like this?

However, this is also a good thing for Otto, since he is not confident that he can snatch the Second Divine Key from the hands of that [Welt White].

While secretly rejoicing, Otto's vigilance towards [Welt White] increased even further.

The fact that they were willing to give up the Second Divine Key means they must have a deeper plan.

Although Welt White always appeared arrogant, Otto knew that the other party's strategic skills were never lacking.

Brute force alone is not enough to become the leader of the Anti-Entropy Alliance, even in name only.

"Bishop, what should we do about Bai's plan?"

With a slightly serious expression, Durandal asked.

"At this point, we can only remain unchanged in the face of all changes." Otto said with a smile, his expression still relaxed, as if the situation was still under control. "After all, the Anti-Entropy Leader is currently in control, and we have not stopped his power."

Whether viewed from the perspective of pure strength or from the perspective of Kevin's matter, Schicksal is powerless to stop any action by Welt White.

Even after they were informed of what [Welt White] had done, the pioneer within the Divine Key still concealed Kevin's whereabouts, preventing Schicksal from intervening in the matter.

All they could do was wait for the strongest of the two eras to emerge victorious.

"... Yes, Bishop."

Despite some reluctance, Durandal finally nodded.

"Don't worry, Durandal."

Now that we have the Second Divine Key, it's time for us to begin our research on the World Bubble within you.

At that time, the power of the Starchasm Nyx will also be significantly stronger.

Seeing the worry in the girl's heart, Otto smiled and said.

He had already planned out Durandal's path.

Upon hearing this, the solemnity on Durandal's face eased somewhat.

After several battles with Welt White, she increasingly felt her own inadequacy.

No matter how much she increased the intensity of her training, she was still unable to catch up with her opponent.

Thinking of Welt White's declaration that he absolutely had to have it, Durandal couldn't help but feel a little worried.