They won the Holy Grail War, but this turned out to be the Virtual Tree Universe.

Chapter 333 The Star Core Hunters in Action

Dan Lei's answer to whether Metatron was on their side was cunning.

Unable to evade the issue, Danlei directly resorted to a limited-time offer, stating that as long as the limited-time offer was small enough, it wouldn't be considered a lie.

So Metatron nodded to Sunday again, indicating that Danlei's words had not triggered his powers.

Upon seeing this on Sunday, he immediately pressed for an answer.

"Can I assume that you're not on Pinocchio's side?"

On Sunday, he clearly pushed his luck a bit too far, so his response was a flash of sword light.

Dan Lei summoned the Immortal Execution Sword directly from his body and casually unleashed a hunting sword aura that almost grazed the top of Sunday's head.

Dan Lei's attack was very sudden, with a ton of powers, while Metatron, whose agility was only rated E, had no time to stop him.

After it was over, Dan Lei said coldly

"Sunday is about time."

When I signed the contract with you, I said that I would only stand on your side when it came to the birth of the embryo of the philosophy of order.

I have never made any other promises.

My stance is that of the Immortal Boat Alliance; this is a matter of principle.

You should be glad you signed a contract with me, otherwise that sword would have taken your head.

Your Servant is strong, but her ability to protect others is really average compared to her other skills.

After Dan Lei finished speaking, he didn't say anything more and left with Artoria.

On Sunday, after Danlei left, I touched my hair and found that a small section of hair on the left side had been shortened. It fell off in a clump when touched and then dissipated into tiny bubbles of memory.

Metatron also came over and said...
“Master, you shouldn’t have provoked him.”

I told you, I couldn't stop him if he wanted to kill you.

Moreover, that sword strike just now severed the gathered power of destiny. If he wanted to, severing the dream realm wouldn't be difficult at all.

Luckily, he slashed into the air, otherwise I would be flying with you right now.

In short, that sword was terrifying.

Knowing how terrifying Danlei was as the messenger, he took the risk of testing him on Sunday, relying on the fact that Danlei, who had already signed a self-compulsion certificate, wouldn't actually kill him.

Therefore, Sunday was more concerned with another issue, and in response to Metatron's reminder, he replied directly...

“I understand, but there are some questions I just can’t trust him without asking them clearly.”

So, did he lie in his answer to the last question?

Metatron shook his head and answered with an affirmative tone.
"No, Mr. Danlei is not on Pinoconi's side; his position is exactly as he says."

Metatron said this, and on Sunday he finally breathed a sigh of relief and smiled.
"That's good. If he says he's on Pinocchio's side and you haven't discovered he's lying, it only proves that your power is completely useless to him."

This enlightened dragon lord would not stand on Pinocchio's side, neither out of reason nor emotion.

To be precise, he has a better relationship with Interstellar Peace Corporation, and the fact that he didn't kick him while he was down this time is already a big favor.

However, as long as he truly wants to see order emerge, then he is now a friend, which is the only good news I received today.

Let's go, Metatron, we should go find the killer of the robin now.

For Danlei, finding the murderer requires evidence, but for me, it's not necessary.

Just bring them here for you to interrogate.

After Dan Lei left the bow of the Huichangshi, he did not pay any attention to Sunday.

When communicating with him, one must use both kindness and firmness.

Blindly giving in will only make him suspicious of you, after all, he was the one being forced into this situation in the cooperation regarding order.

Danlei could tolerate the assassination attempt on the robin, but he had gone too far and had to retaliate.

However, after the counterattack, things still needed to be done, so Danlei went to see Old Aodi again.

After the two met again, Danlei didn't waste any words and went straight to the point.

"Old Aodi, I suggest you immediately relinquish the trademark registered under the name Asna, as well as all ownership rights to her creative works."

These things are of no value to you anymore. If you want Pinocchio to survive amidst its current internal and external troubles, then release Caster from his shackles.

If she is still alive, it proves that the robin is also alive, and she will definitely launch a rescue operation, making enough noise to help us find them quickly.

The robin's affairs took precedence over his other responsibilities on Sunday.

Don't expect him to devote all his energy to the survival of Pinocchio until the facts are clarified.

If Caster has vanished, you haven't lost much.

After all, the Asna trademark has little value nowadays, and her achievements have long been outdated in the tide of entertainment; few people have heard of them.

That's all I have to say. Good luck.

After saying that, Dan Lei left the Hulangshi without saying a word, taking Artoria with him and leaving without looking back.

Old Emperor was not surprised by Dan Lei's attitude, because he couldn't possibly be unaware of the sword incident at the bow of the ship.

Old Auerdi could guess that on Sunday, Danley would most likely be subjected to the same interrogation where he couldn't lie.

This proves what Dan Lei just said: on Sunday, the robin is above all responsibility. If the true situation of the robin cannot be confirmed quickly, who knows what he might do relying on that powerful heroic spirit.

As for Danlei, Old Aodi felt that he might not have had any bad intentions in letting him free Asna.

All I can say is that Dan Lei's sword strike just now did indeed intimidate Old Emperor, emphasizing to him that the power possessed by so-called Commander-level beings is unreasonable.

Therefore, Dan Lei's willingness to verbally advise himself was seen by Old Ao Di as a sign of forgiveness and patience.

After a moment's thought and weighing the pros and cons, old Emperor Aurelius said to the waiter...

"Invite Mr. Sunday over and tell him that I want to discuss with him the issue of transferring ownership of the name Asna."

……

Rewind a bit, to when Dan Lei boarded the Huyspar to investigate the death of the robin.

In the chaotic dreamscape located at the boundary between the Primordial Memory Realm and midnight, the Heroic Spirit Chadwick and Elder Chadwick are receiving prisoners brought by their allies.

The heroic Grammer Knights brought them the story of the caged robin and Caster, and said...

"They'll be in your care for now, is that alright?"

The spirit Chadwick looked at the two people in the cage and immediately teased them.
"I didn't expect that you, who look like the kind of powerful, offensive Heroic Spirit, would also be so good at infiltrating and kidnapping."

"I've prepared the upgrade plan you requested; it's right here on the table."

After hearing Chadwick's words, the Grammer Knight placed a mechanical box on the table, took the computer from the table, and said...
"On the battlefield, infiltrating behind enemy lines to gather intelligence and capture prisoners is a basic operation."

While the Grammer Ironclads have been fighting against the Zerg swarm, that doesn't mean they lack this fundamental capability.

I've returned the beacon used to traverse the dream world, and I've obtained the upgrade plan for the Sam Armor. Mission accomplished, I'll take my leave now.

After saying this, the Grammer cavalry left.

After leaving Chadwick's base, the Grammer Iron Cavalry turned on their communicators, connected to a special channel, and said directly, "Silver Wolf, I've completed the instructions, and I've obtained the upgrade plan. What's next?"

Silver Wolf's voice quickly came through the channel, saying...
"As expected of the Grammer Cavalry, their execution is truly impressive."

There are no more temporary missions. According to the script, Firefly should have also fallen into this dream by now. Go find her and meet up with her, and exchange information.

I've already set up the illusion of an assassination for you, and I've also erased any records that needed to be removed.

You don't need to worry about others finding out about you for now.

But Liu Ying doesn't know anything yet. I'm really curious what her expression will be when she hears about how long you've been apart and all the things you've done.

The Grammer Cavalry didn't respond to Silver Wolf's remark, but instead suddenly asked...
"Did Elio's script mention my ending?"

Silver Wolf answered this question very simply.
"No, at least not in my script."

This answer didn't surprise the Grammer Knights, who possessed the Firefly portion of the weapon. They stated directly...

"Understood, I will rendezvous with AR-26710 first."

After saying this, flames shot out from the backs of the Grammer cavalry, which flew straight into the sky.

The scene shifts to the base of the two Chadwicks. After the Grammer cavalry departs, the older Chadwick speaks to his younger self.
"You're really making a big splash! By the way, do you really think it's a wise thing for a young person like me to cooperate with the Star Core Hunters?"
Over the years, although I haven't had my freedom, they still allowed me to read basic newspapers and news. These people, basically, cause destruction wherever they go.

Regarding this question, the heroic spirit Chadwick looked at the robin and Caster before him and said...
"The Star Core Hunters' destructive deeds wherever they go are perfect for helping us get revenge."

As you know, an imaginary number collapse pulse cannot actually destroy a Pierpoint.

Letting the Star Core Hunter take the Star Core that sustains the dream is at least a form of revenge against the Pinocchio family.

However, it was truly unexpected that this Star Core Hunter's Heroic Spirit was able to accurately find us and propose cooperation separately even after separating from its Master.

It seems he's very capable of acting alone.

Alright, now the robin has been handed over to us as a pledge of loyalty. The five major families have a complex web of relationships, and this person's disappearance should buy us a lot of time.

Also, the two ladies no longer need to pretend to be asleep.

In this dream, falling asleep is harder than dying.

After the spirit Chadwick finished speaking, the robin in the cage immediately opened its eyes, looked at the two people in front of it in silence for a long time, and finally said to the old Chadwick...
"Dr. Chadwick, I am very sorry about the family's imprisonment of you."

But you have dedicated your life to reducing the tragedies caused by imaginary collapse pulses and to doing everything you can to prevent this weapon from ever reappearing in the world.

Why, at this point, have you decided to reactivate this weapon for revenge?

Old Chadwick then walked up to the caged robin and said...
"Child, I have forgotten many things."

Before my past was brought to light, I knew nothing about myself.

Although I have always had a longing in my heart, I don't even know what I'm longing for.

Fortunately, the Holy Grail gave me a chance, and the replay of my past told me what I had lost.

I am furious. I can't recall any remorse I felt after killing innocent lives with the imaginary number collapse pulse.

I can't remember how I ended up like this.

But the anger in my heart had already been ignited.

My past was right; now, all I can do is seek revenge.

He burned himself out, burning away his last remaining memories and strength, and unleashed a final roar at the company.

Then, the imaginary number collapse impulse will dissipate as my last memory fades away.

As a villain, this ending is fitting, isn't it?

When the elderly Chadwick said this, there was already a hint of madness in his eyes.

If Danlei were here, he would immediately realize that because of his youth, he had awakened some memories, and the selective blocking drug was also in effect at the same time.

As a result, the elderly Chadwick still couldn't remember many things, but his younger self synchronized those memories back through memory synchronization.

Then, not long after, it was blocked again by the blocking medication.

After going back and forth, what remained in the memory of the elderly Chadwick was naturally only the vengeful desire inherent in the Avenger class.

This desire originated from Chadwick himself.

In the game, he was affected by the clock trick, and his initial display of anger proved this.

Therefore, this genius is almost driven mad by his own memories.

Seeing this, the robin immediately used its homing tongue to try and appease Chadwick's anger, saying...

“Dr. Chadwick, I know you are angry, and I know your anger is justified.”

But the merchants of Pierpoint were innocent, and so were the tourists of Pinocchio.

With a major battle looming between the two sides, tourists in Pinocchio are in a state of panic due to a shortage of spaceships for transportation.

Dr. Chadwick, please remember your kindness and compassion, and don't let anger consume you completely!

The robin's chorus did have some effect; old Chadwick's anger noticeably subsided.

But this approach only addresses the symptoms, not the root cause; the slight decrease in his anger is not enough to change his mind.

So, after a moment of silence, the elderly Chadwick said...
"Child, you are wonderful. Pinocchio is too illusory, and its endless extravagance corrupts everyone who comes here."

So, you'll just have to face the end of everything here.

We will not harm you; preventing your consciousness from returning to your body is more important than killing you to avenge the head of the Oak family.

When we die, this cage will naturally dissipate.

Then leave Pinocchio.

This place is destined for destruction, just like my life when I was imprisoned; there is no hope left.

After saying this, the older Chadwick left the room with his younger self, leaving the robin and Caster behind.

After the two Chadwicks left, the robin slammed its fist against the cage that trapped it, and then concluded that it could not escape the cage by force.

However, she did not give up and began to continuously synchronize with the memory matter of the cage, trying to decompose it from its essence.

However, the characteristics of harmony are understanding, support, and cooperation. Understanding memory is simple, but making them break down and collapse is going against the way of harmony, which is difficult for robins to do.

After two or three systems, just as the robin was getting a little exhausted and wanted to rest for a while, Caster suddenly sensed something.

She said to the robin with great surprise
"Master, my power seems to have been restored."

　Below is the original game text's description of Chadwick's anger.
　　Chadwick: Hmm...

　　There was no doubt that the "clock trick" had succeeded... but Chadwick's expression remained completely unchanged.

　　But you still sense a change hidden beneath the surface... The passage of time has made the old man no longer wear his emotions on his face, but his body still trembles with barely suppressed joy or anger.

　　Chadwick: I... I think I've remembered something, something's starting to surface.

　　Chadwick: The memories are still fragmented, many pieces are incomplete... but I can definitely see them.

　　The old man's limbs stopped trembling with anger. He closed his eyes and prepared to begin tracing back the events of his life.

　　
　
(End of this chapter)