I am a hero of the former civilization.

From the significance to the grouping principles, and then to their respective tasks and responsibilities, the slides were quickly sifted through before finally getting to the main topic, prompting everyone to straighten their backs.

News of the Thirteen Fire Chasing Squad had already spread, but even Mebius didn't know how they were divided. After guessing for a long time, he finally had the answer.

"The first [Pioneer] team, captain Ryan, adjutant Sakura."

"The Second [True Self] Team, Captain Alicia, Lieutenant Himiko."

"The Third [Discipline] Team, Captain Aponia, Lieutenant Joshua."

"The fourth [Ice] team, captain Andevich, adjutant Vinal."

"The Fifth [Infinite] Team, Captain Mebius, Lieutenant Velvi."

"The Sixth [Salvation] Team, Captain Kevin, Lieutenant Kosmo."

"The Seventh [Extinction] Team, Captain Qian Jie, Lieutenant Liu Deqina."

"The Eighth [Suppression] Team, Captain Zheng, Lieutenant Coleman."

"The Ninth [Crimson] Team, Captain Hen, Lieutenant Isa and Anna."

"The tenth team, 'Floating Life,' is led by Hua and commanded by Freya."

"The eleventh [Symphony] Ensemble, Captain Yun, Lieutenant Daisy Dobia."

"The twelfth [Gold] and the thirteenth [Heavenly Wisdom] have been appointed. Does anyone have any opinions?"

After Mei finished speaking, she explained that these names were thought up by Alicia. Some represented her impression of someone, while others reflected her expectations of that person.

Some were happy, some were sad, but no one had any objections, because the division was scientific enough that Ryan couldn't find anything wrong with it.

Each squad is assigned ordinary fusion warriors, some with more and some with fewer. For example, the first squad has the fewest members but the strongest combat power, while the eleventh squad has the most members, which at least makes up for the difference in combat power. The dual-command system fully considers the complementary personalities and abilities of each other.

If we really want to nitpick, Coleman's stern face makes him feel like his future is going to be tough, and the white-haired little girl's smiling greeting to Qianjie is completely ignored, leaving her full of question marks.

Another hidden element is that each team has 'their own people' who can monitor their actions.

Twelve was left to Eden, and thirteen to Sue, but looking back, it's all a mess.

Ryan propped his head up. Not all of the Thirteen Heroes were captains. For example, Padofelis and Gretchen were not selected. But how to put it...

In terms of combat power, it will definitely double. Even the original "Savior" Kevin couldn't possibly face an entire team by himself. Moreover, people like Lazy Cat and Gretchen can live comfortably in the Golden Garden, so why drag them into the endless quagmire of war?

All that effort I put in was to reduce sacrifices and forge a completely different path, wasn't it?

Chapter 331 Commissar Alicia

In the end, no one objected, except for Qian Jie, who was an outsider and left directly, leaving Liu Deqina feeling embarrassed. Everyone else got to know each other.

Fortunately, there is Alicia, who acts like glue, bringing together those who are either strangers or dislike each other.

As a pragmatist, Ryan didn't bother with any unnecessary ceremonies. He simply issued the order and left, while May had the guests move to the restaurant for a buffet dinner that evening, where they could eat and chat.

In fact, most of them knew each other. For example, Hua had dealt with the twins when he went to Europe on a mission, and they were very enthusiastic when they met again. Isa even toned down her sharp tongue.

As for Alicia, she's practically a social terrorist. She's traveled all over the world and worked with many people, even getting along well with serious figures like Zheng, whom she's only met once.

It was just a few hilltops. After getting to know each other, people put down their airs, and some started to complain.

"Speaking of which, why does the Commander bear the inscription of 'Pioneering'? Logically, the inscription of 'Salvation' should be given to him."

"I don't know. Dr. Mei said he made his own choice; he was supposed to be the 'savior'."

"Hey, Dr. Möbius, does pioneering have some special meaning for the Chief Administrator?"

Mebius, whose plate was full of fried noodles, stopped in his tracks, glanced at Andevich, and then at Yun, who was blushing and dared not look at him.

"Exploration means an endless path, which suits me perfectly. As for why, you can figure it out yourselves."

What do you mean by complementing each other perfectly? Oh, it's the Infinity and the Infinity, isn't it? Just as the rumors say, these two are having an affair.

Seeing their knowing expressions, Mebius immediately smiled.

"Hehe, it seems you've already figured it out."

"I don't understand at all."

Mebius turned around with a smug look on his face, but suddenly stopped and turned back to see Hua Zheng, dressed in a crisp military uniform, staring at him quietly, his eyes seeming to burn with fire.

She happened to be passing by and heard this, so she gritted her teeth. This Mebius is so shameless, actually spreading rumors about himself.

"What do you mean? Are you dissatisfied with anything I said in your explanation?"

"Playing word games won't work, Dr. Mebius. 'Opening up' has many meanings, such as opening up the dream of fleeting life, or opening up the path to one's true self. It's not just about being compatible with you," Hua corrected seriously, gently shaking his finger.

"Captain Hua, isn't this just a joke?" Andevich said somewhat awkwardly.

“I don’t think this is a joke, do you think, Dr. Möbius?”

Mebius narrowed her snake-like eyes, her expression growing increasingly serious. She could see where this Hua got the courage to target her, and she felt a pang of regret.

I knew I shouldn't have shown off. Whatever, do you think I'm afraid of you?

Their gazes seemed to spark, startling Andevich and the others into quickly stepping back and looking at Coleman, who was holding a glass of champagne and watching the show with an expression of amusement.

"What's going on? Is there some internal strife?"

“Shh, women’s wars are rare these days. They’re all captains, equals in rank, it’s amazing.” Coleman almost clapped, then lowered his voice and said, “A war for the position of commander-in-chief, do you understand?”

Andevich had been young once too, and paused slightly, feeling that this was somewhat undignified.

There are now eleven squads in total, and each captain can be said to be at the pinnacle of civilization and a hero of mankind, all for this trivial matter?

"Don't worry, our commander is very smart, he won't lose control."

Hua and Mebius continued their duel with their eyes, one dull and serious, the other arrogant and eccentric. They were evenly matched, neither able to back down, but Mebius was feeling a little irritated.

I shouldn't have shown off; isn't this just shooting myself in the foot? But the horn has already sounded, and if I back down now, wouldn't I lose face?

Knowing that the banquet hall was filled with fusion warriors, whose senses were incredibly sharp, they all turned to look. She was somewhat embarrassed, but the single-minded Hua wouldn't dodge. Just then—

"Hey, what are you two doing?"

Alicia pounced over, grabbing one of their necks with each arm and pulling them close to her.

"No fighting allowed."

“She used underhanded tactics first; I was just correcting her,” Hua said, shifting her gaze away.

“I just said it casually, and you made a big deal out of it.”

"But this will cause trouble for my senior brother, and I won't allow that. This is between us!"

“So what if you don’t allow it? Besides…” Mebius swallowed the rest of his sentence, realizing that if he became too smug, the little girl would go berserk. “Anyway, you’re overthinking it. I didn’t mean it that way.”

"What did you mean by what you said on the phone a couple of days ago?"

"What did I say? It was just a casual remark, okay?" Seeing Hua deep in thought, Mebius subtly curled the corners of his mouth, deciding to keep a lower profile in the future, otherwise he would gain nothing.

Whether that's the case or not, that guy's first time was with me, Mebius!

I'll tell you about the losers after we defeat the Honkai. Your expressions will be hilarious then.

“Mebius, you’re so conflicted and twisted.” Alicia rubbed her forehead, as if she had seen something, but then smiled quietly: “But I’m still grateful that you’re willing to maintain our relationship.”

"I don't need your thanks, and I didn't even try!" Möbius said fiercely, tossing his head and turning to leave.

Alicia didn't follow, but just smiled and comforted the angry Hua, simply stuffing a cream cake into her open mouth.

On the second floor of the banquet hall, Ryan lowered the curtain and let out a long sigh of relief.

A wise man avoids dangerous situations; staying far away was definitely the right choice. Anyway, with Alicia there, the situation will definitely be maintained, and I don't need to take the fall myself.

So, Ellie is a lot like a political commissar, someone who specializes in ideological work.

Ryan stroked his chin, unable to resist calling her "Mom".

Of course, he wasn't deliberately avoiding it; he turned his head indifferently and looked at the two people standing solemnly in the lounge.

With the golden cross on their collars, Aponia and Joshua stood with their hands at their sides, their expressions somewhat similar—a kind of benevolent and compassionate look. Mei had already planned this when she formed the groups; even the fusion warriors assigned to them were the fanatical followers recommended by the Church of Christ.

They make up a significant proportion of the entire fusion warrior group because the super-transformation surgery is too dangerous for ordinary people to attempt; only fanatics dare to disregard life and death.

This is the duo of charlatans; even in a sense, they are heretics to Christianity.

“Father Joshua, you’re the one running the church now, aren’t you?”

“Yes, after the blasphemers’ betrayal, I took on the heavy responsibility of spreading the gospel, and now I offer it all up.” The priest bowed slightly, a kind of fanaticism shining in his emerald eyes.

Aponia has already spoken with him; in her eyes, Ryan is a 'god,' a point Joshua has reservations about, but there's absolutely no question about him being an 'apostle.'

“The Bible is now being interpreted in two completely different ways: one is the punishment of humanity’s sins by an omnipotent God, and the other is the invasion of demons, in which humanity will rebel under the leadership of the apostles, just like the heroes in the cathedral.” Joshua licked his lips and made the sign of the cross on his chest.

"Therefore you must be an apostle, and you must be an apostle."

The words were full of seductive meaning, giving Ryan a headache. But putting aside the theological veneer, from a purely rational perspective, he had to become an 'apostle'.

Since he is not going to be an apostle, then the lawgiver has to take his place. The role of the Cross is similar to that of Eden. If you don't occupy the public opinion field, someone else will.

“Yes, of course I am an apostle.” Ryan nodded without hesitation. After all, the Fate Walker was an apostle of a star god, so it wasn’t exactly a lie. “But I’m going to preside over the Firemoth, and I’m appointing Aponia as my proxy. Do you have any objections?”

“Sister Aponia is of course the best choice; her piety, abilities, and appearance are perfect.” Joshua immediately lowered his hands. To outsiders, ‘commandments’ are terrifying abilities, but in religious studies, they are evidence of a divine representative.

"The only thing she lacks is seniority. There will probably be opposition in the Holy City, but I believe the nun will be able to persuade them."

Of course, they can be persuaded. One commandment is enough to brainwash everyone. Those who aren't brainwashed are the Herrscher's subjects, and we can take the opportunity to find them and eliminate them.

Ryan revealed a cruel smile. The world's largest religion was now in his grasp, and he had witnessed its terrifying ability to deceive. This would reduce the resistance to the 'Wandering Human Project'.

"Then it's decided. Aponia, you will take the [Discipline] team to the Holy City. Anyone who can oppose your abilities will be considered a heretic and physically eliminated."

“Okay.” Aponia smiled slightly. She rarely spoke and usually only communicated with Velvi and Blanca. After hesitating for a moment, she added, “Father Joshua also reminded me of something. One of the two high-ranking fusion warriors who did not attend the meeting is also a member of the Church of Christ.”

"Huh? Is there still such a thing?"

“Yes, the warrior Sisous, number CM016, came from a monastery of ascetics and was originally a heretic within the church, belonging to the sacrificial sect.” Joshua nodded solemnly.

What is this "sacrifice faction"? Ryan didn't quite understand, so he didn't ruin his cool image and continued listening.

This was originally a small sect within Christianity that believed that life was given by God and that to prevent the end times from coming, one must sacrifice one's life. If God was satisfied, He would naturally take back the disaster.

Since they regarded the Honkai Beasts as beings sent down by the gods, they were very enthusiastic in their 'sacrifice', so the Fire Moths didn't take it seriously.

As a scientist, Ryan didn't quite understand the thought processes of these lunatics, because theology could be explained in many ways, and he didn't care much about it.

"You mean the sacrificial faction will betray us?"