The Herrscher Gathering with Everyone but Mei

As the girl's figure disappeared in an instant, Mei's face showed a hint of hesitation.

She wanted to get more information from him.

But looking at the empty city around her, where there was no one else but herself, Mei had no choice but to listen to the other person's advice and explore this space alone.

Ta-da~

Walking through a desolate city, listening to only her own footsteps echoing incessantly, Mei felt utterly calm, with only a sliver of anticipation slowly rising within her.

She was not afraid of the dangers that might exist in this Elysian Realm; she only cared about whether she could get the answers she wanted from here.

But before long, Mei was stunned when she saw a familiar scene that suddenly appeared.

At this very moment, what appeared before the girl's eyes was the scene of St. Freya, which she had not seen for half a year!

But how could a scene belonging to this era possibly appear in this space that should have been composed of the memories of thirteen Flame-Chasers from the Previous Era?

In an instant, Mei felt as if she had stepped into the doorway of a dark cave, where an unknown behemoth was lurking deep within, casting a cold, predatory gaze upon her.

To move forward or to stop here is the choice she must make now.

Chapter 126 The Herrscher Gathering Where Only Mei Is Absent

"Mark?"

Seeing the boy beside her suddenly lost in thought, Kiana couldn't help but call out with concern.

"It's nothing, I just suddenly felt a bit emotional. From Changkong City to now, we've been through so much together."

Coming to his senses in an instant, Shihen noticed that the other people at the table were also casting concerned glances at him, Shi Hen quickly smiled and gave a perfunctory reply.

Yes, he had promised to cook a delicious meal for the white-haired girl, and naturally he kept his word.

Of course, given the backdrop of the recent victory in the Fifth Honkai Outbreak Coral Island, in addition to Peggy, Himeko, and a certain old man named Anzu who was about to be reduced to a background character, he also invited Theresa and others, making it a small victory celebration.

After all, even if it wasn't luxurious, Shi Hen's residence in Anti-Entropy was quite large, and throwing a party wouldn't be a problem at all.

Unfortunately, perhaps due to their age and status, both Einstein and Tesla declined the highly personal invitation, citing their busy experimental schedules, turning the banquet into a gathering of only teenagers and other young people.

Aside from a certain clueless school principal and a certain Armed Puppet whose working hours exceed the combined age of everyone else.

His gaze swept across the faces of the girls sitting in a circle around him, Shi Hen Mei n't help but think of Mei, who had touched him earlier.

After the other party stepped into the Elysian Realm, the hidden state of St. Freya was lifted. Although he expected Mei to find it sooner or later, he did not expect the girl to arrive so quickly.

This is only their first exploration!

Logically, shouldn't the honest Sakura be the first to jump out?

Mei is still carrying the Seven Thunders of Sin's Purge!

The power of the Key of Erosion was activated, and it quickly spotted the fox-eared girl who was completely engrossed in making food. Shi Hen couldn't help but fall into a slight silence.

Is it really necessary to hold such a grudge over losing to Chijie in the cooking competition that Elysia instigated last time?

With a soft sigh, Shi Hen quickly stopped caring about it.

He's just going to have to use his brain to fool Mei later; he's already an expert at this kind of thing.

"Yes, more than three years have passed without us even realizing it."

Kiana couldn't help but sigh softly, wondering what thoughts had flashed through the boy's mind.

If it were Changkong City... no, even before being captured by Durandal and the others and taken to the Schicksal HQ, she would never have imagined that she and the boy would end up like this.

Not only Mei, but also Bronya, Seele and several others became Herrscher, and even the boy once possessed multiple Herrscher Core.

It makes St. Freya seem like some kind of Herrscher training course.

"Looking back now, it feels like just yesterday that you St. Freya St. Freya."

Hearing this, Theresa's face showed a hint of wistfulness, "But in the blink of an eye, you've all suddenly grown up."

As she spoke, Theresa deliberately avoided looking at the gray-haired loli.

Although not as noticeably as Seele, the boy and Kiana, among others, had all grown quite a bit taller during their three years at St. Freya.

Therefore, it's absolutely not fair to blame someone for not growing up because of the poor food at St. Freya.

Theresa will never accept such baseless slander!

"..."

Sensing something the Nun was avoiding, Bronya's face immediately fell (???).

"Hahaha..."

Trying to ease the awkward atmosphere with a forced smile, Seele looked at Kiana, whose face was noticeably more composed than it had been six months ago. "Speaking of which, Kiana has probably changed the most, right?"

She's like a completely different person compared to before.

If the white-haired girl in the past was just a silly girl, then Kiana has now grown into a warrior who can stand on her own.

"... I feel like Seele is cursing at me."

Kiana said thoughtfully.

Being able to notice this shows that you have indeed grown...

Shi Hen glanced at the white-haired girl and thought to himself, but a gentle smile appeared on his face, "But in my opinion, Kiana hasn't changed at all."

No matter the situation, she was always so brave and resolute, just like a true knight.

"Because I am Kiana Kaslana."

Speaking seriously, Kiana's tone was no longer boastful as it used to be, but rather as resolute as a knight introducing his weapon.

Having understood why she had received this name, the girl was already prepared to bear it completely.

On the other side, seeing the tacit understanding between the boy and the white-haired girl, Wendy couldn't help but feel a deep envy and a similar amount of bitterness in her eyes.

When the boy and others St. Freya St. Freya, she had already left the academy, become the rising star of the Oceania Branch, and even spent some time in a wheelchair.

Taking a deep breath and flashing a bright smile, Wendy asked in a seemingly nonchalant tone, "What was Hen like before? I had no idea~"

As she spoke, Wendy's heart skipped a beat, her eyes fixed on the boy out of the corner of her eye.

"Hmm..."

Kiana lowered her head slightly, a thoughtful look flashing in her eyes. "It seems that Hen is the same as before, without much change."

From beginning to end, the boy has always been on the path of believing in justice; he is just more determined and mature now.

"Perhaps it's because when I first encountered the Honkai and heard Mr. Welt's story, I had already decided what kind of person I wanted to become."

He explained softly, a perfectly timed hint of nostalgia on his Shi Hen.

A boy who falls into confusion due to the sudden Honkai, coupled with Welt Yang, who can be hailed as a contemporary legend, makes perfect sense.

"Does the Shi Hen Alliance Leader refer to Mr. Welt Yang, the first leader of Anti-Entropy?"

Anna, finally finding a chance to interject, asked, her eyes gleaming with obvious interest as she looked at the boy.

Having been at Anti-Entropy for several days, she had some understanding of the boy's situation and naturally knew how difficult it was for him to stand in his current position.

"Yes, it is the spirit left behind by Mr. Welt that has always guided me."

Shi Hen nodded solemnly.

Even if Welt Young himself were still drawing comics about World Serpent, he would carry on this spirit on behalf of the other party.

"If Welt knew what Anti-Entropy looked like now, he would definitely feel gratified."

Theresa said softly, trying to comfort her.

Even excluding Herrscher like Kiana, Anti-Entropy's strength is steadily increasing.

Moreover, the alliance today is far more united than it was during Welt White's reign.

These are undoubtedly the results of the teenager's hard work.

Especially in this incident, even though the boy himself was not strong, the role he played was in no way inferior to any Herrscher.

It's fair to say that even if they had gathered all their Herrscher- level combat power, they probably wouldn't have been able to stop Welt White from taking Anna away, even without the boy's presence.

"I hope so."

Shi Hen sighed softly.

"Alright, today is to celebrate the Fifth Honkai Outbreak victory, so let's not keep talking about these dull topics, or even Xiao Xuan will be embarrassed to eat."

Noticing the somewhat tense atmosphere at the table, Kiana smiled and offered words of comfort.

"No, it has nothing to do with your business, I just..."

Upon hearing Kiana's words, the Book of Cang Xuan immediately began to defend itself.

"Senior Book of Cang Xuan, I assure you that regardless of whether the person who has come back to life is the Class President or not, we will definitely bring her back."

Looking directly into the blue eyes of the Armed Puppet, Shi Hen spoke in an extremely serious tone.

As a Herrscher, the best place to belong is undoubtedly the St. Freya family.

As for now... let Schariac wander around outside by himself for a while.

If one person doesn't experience hardship, how can the other understand the warmth of home?

"Shi Hen ..."

Looking at the boy in front of him, whose actual age was not even a fraction of his own, Book of Cang Xuan felt a sense of reliability from someone other than Fu Hua for the first time.

"So, Senior Book of Cang Xuan, please enjoy this food."

If, upon their next meeting, Senior Book of Cang Xuan has become emaciated, the Class President will surely be heartbroken.

Shi Hen said with a smile.

"I'm Armed Puppet, don't think of me as fragile as a human!"

Despite complaining, the Book of Cang Xuan's eating speed returned to half of its usual level.

"Oh right, I almost forgot I have something to give you!"

As if suddenly remembering something, Theresa pulled a bunch of paper tubes tied with ribbons from her Nun's pocket.

"What is this, Aunt Flo?"

Taking the paper tube, Kiana couldn't help but ask in confusion.

"This is your graduation certificate from St. Freya."

If those things hadn't happened, it should have been sent to you around this time anyway.

As Theresa distributed the paper tubes one by one, she explained, "Although they don't mean much anymore, but..."

As the headmistress, I hereby declare you all officially graduated from St. Freya.

Speaking seriously, Theresa's face showed a rare solemnity.

"Auntie..."

Holding the paper tube that felt as light as a feather, Kiana seemed to feel the weight of those three years, and her eyes welled up with tears.

"No matter what, the headmistress will always be Bronya's headmistress."

Bronya said this, a hint of emotion appearing on her face as well.

"Seele will remember the headmistress forever."

Seele said in a serious tone.

Theresa: "..."

She just announced her graduation, she didn't die!

"Speaking of St. Freya, now that our relationship with Schicksal has gradually improved, the academy can try to resume teaching."

Twisting the two paper tubes in his hand, including Mei's, Shi Hen sighed softly.

The reason St. Freya was closed in the first place was mainly because most of its students came from the Schicksal territory, Theresa was unwilling to drag them onto the Far East Branch's war machine against Schicksal.

After all, those students are only here to learn skills to become Valkyrie; there's no need for them to risk everything and fight against Schicksal.

But now that Otto has retired and disappeared, this conflict no longer exists.

Even though the current Schicksal Bishop is still [Welt White], Anti-Entropy and Schicksal have already achieved true cooperation.