Honkai Impact 3rd experience, starting with a thousand Herrschers

As for Yuexia's situation, as long as she uses the Herrscher of Reason's abilities to treat it, or uses Cheng Xing's 1000 technological research puppets to quickly modify her body, she can easily get rid of this bloodthirsty craving.

This ability simply shortens the process and directly achieves the result.

"If what I say really comes true... then the future Alicia wouldn't exist... and even the Paradise of the Past wouldn't exist."

Thinking about this, Cheng Xing's spirits couldn't help but break down. Then, Xi Lin, who was sitting on the other side, nudged her boyfriend and said, "Cheng Xing, you've been looking for too long. It's getting a little impolite to keep looking."

Cheng Xing realized that staring at others was impolite, and gave an awkward laugh. However, Theresa, engrossed in the food, did not notice Cheng Xing.

She had run away on her own, just to see the world outside the picture book. She had no money and couldn't buy anything from human society.

When hungry, they may uncontrollably attack passersby due to their body's craving for blood.

And all of this is because of that scoundrel Otto.

Although he couldn't recall the general plot developments, Cheng Xing still remembered that among the branching endings, one was to kill Theresa Under the Moon, and the other was to kill Kallen, the original sin...

In short, one of the two people must die.

"But now it's not so difficult to make such a difficult choice."

Cheng Xing felt the wooden boat he had built constantly eroding this world bubble, allowing this world to break free of the water and float on the sea again.

Then, just like before, let the Tree of Imaginary Numbers guide us, so that this world won't truly become a bubble, bursting and disappearing at some unknown time.

“However, Sirin, I think she was the one who orchestrated opening the gate to the Sea of ​​Quanta and then sending you to me. You know who I'm talking about.”

Xilin met Cheng Xing's gaze without flinching, nodding frankly before saying, "The method to open the door and the knowledge to find you were indeed taught to me by her. In her words, the appearance of others actually reduced my threat, so for the sake of balance, she specifically had me delay others' progress to achieve this balance."

"But that's actually a disguise and a way to deceive us."

Cheng Xing didn't hesitate to say that this was just a way of concealing the truth, and Xilin wasn't surprised at all, continuing, "That's right, when I opened the door, I knew that guy only had me open the gate to the Sea of ​​Quanta for some purpose, so that she could go somewhere. If my guess is correct, that guy should be going to the tree."

"There was no other way, the pressure I brought was just too great... You know, I never show mercy when it comes to fighting the Honkai. From the very beginning, I never thought I would be able to shake hands and make peace with the Honkai. The mistakes it made, and the mistakes I made, are irreversible. We all have to pay the price for our choices."

As Cheng Xing spoke, his eyes lowered involuntarily, as if he had thought of something, and his expression became somewhat unpleasant.

"Cheng Xing, I don't know what price you'll pay in the fight against the Honkai, but please promise me you'll come back, okay? I'll always be waiting for you. I'll wait until you come back. You're not just carrying your own life on your shoulders, understand? Please take a little more care of yourself, okay?"

As Xilin spoke, she couldn't help but lean into Cheng Xing's arms. The main reason for her eagerness was not only to shake off those guys standing in front of her, but also because she was worried that Cheng Xing would sacrifice himself without hesitation, just like he did back then.

“…I’m sorry, Sirin…”

This time, Cheng Xing didn't make any promises. He just whispered an apology and then hugged the girl in his arms tightly.

"I don't want to hear this! I want you to promise me you'll come back!"

"...I...I..."

Cheng Xing opened his mouth with a trembling voice, but before he could say anything, Yuexia, who was sitting next to him, spoke up at that moment.

Did the older brother and sister have a fight?

The two of them immediately realized that this was not a private place, and there was a child watching them.

Xilin glanced uneasily at Cheng Xing beside her, then leaned to the side, looking rather sullen, biting her straw. She seemed unhappy because Cheng Xing hadn't given her a clear answer.

Cheng Xing turned around as if relieved, looking at Yuexia who was curiously watching her, and said with a smile, "Brother and sister just had a disagreement about a decision, so their voices were a little loud, but they weren't arguing. Theresa, is your drink good?"

"It's delicious! Thank you, big brother!"

Theresa wore a pure and happy smile.

Just then, a white-haired woman suddenly appeared outside the shop. She was holding two scarlet pistols and her clothes looked extremely unusual. It was clear that she was no ordinary person.

"……elder sister."

Theresa noticed the woman outside the window, and her expression became somewhat complicated.

Karen, standing outside the window, simply gazed quietly at Theresa, recalling the latter's innocent and lovely smile from earlier. For some reason, she felt a pang of pain in her heart, but she knew she couldn't back down because of it.

Karen took a deep breath and walked into the shop, coming to Theresa's side. The two sisters looked at each other, and a complex emotion could be seen in each other's eyes.

"Theresa..."

"Waiter! Another snack platter and two large Cokes, please!"

"Okay, it will be ready soon, sir, please wait a moment."

However, a certain clueless person reached out and loudly ordered food from the waiter at that moment, causing the inexplicable atmosphere between the two sisters to vanish instantly, turning the situation into something rather comical.

Karen looked helplessly at the gentleman who was smiling at her.

"Since we're already here, and it's Thursday! How about we sit down and have a proper meal? We can also chat while we're at it."

“…Well, alright, sir.”

Karen could sense that if she refused, the maid-like figure who hadn't spoken since the beginning and had just been sitting quietly in the corner might do something rather unpleasant.

Chapter 224: Setting Sail

Karen sat down opposite the three of them with a slightly reserved air. Then, looking at the fried chicken and soda on the table, she couldn't help but swallow. After all, she had only been able to wake up for a short time before and had never tasted any food from the outside world.

He's only awake now because of Theresa...

"Eat up, don't be shy."

After Cheng Xing finished speaking, Karen stopped thinking about it. She knew from her intuition that there were at least two people present who she couldn't resist at all, and the man in front of her gave off an even more unfathomable feeling.

Since we can't win either way, let's see what these mysterious people are up to.

However, there was something else that puzzled Karen: were people outside really that bold these days? After seeing that she was carrying two guns, the person's expression didn't change at all. They calmly brought out the prepared food and drinks without even glancing at her.

And at this time of year, are these restaurants still open?

Although Karen was a little puzzled, once she tasted the food, she no longer worried about its deliciousness.

Cheng Xing calmly watched as the two sisters enjoyed everything that ordinary people could have. From the moment they gained consciousness, they had been imprisoned in a room by Otto, living a monotonous and repetitive life every day. Their knowledge of the outside world came from various books and picture books.

Theresa's only food is blood, and Karen can only briefly wake up when Theresa drinks her blood every two weeks.

For them, the things that ordinary people can eat and drink are things that are out of reach and unattainable.

Otto in this world is as ruthless and insane as ever.

Cheng Xing couldn't help but think of the Otto he had met before, the Otto who was not as ruthless as he is now, and who was still somewhat naive 500 years ago.

I had promised him that I would help him find a way to revive Kallen.

Now there is a solution, but... do I really want to help him revive Kallen like before?

If the plans I can execute now really succeed... then there's no need for a leader who can command everyone to appear so quickly.

No, it's more likely that a more suitable person will appear.

Otto... how am I supposed to treat someone like you?

Although she was thinking this, Cheng Xing did not forget the situation outside. After noticing that the two sisters had finished eating and drinking, she took out tissues and let them wipe their somewhat greasy faces before continuing to speak.

"I know you all have concerns, all sorts of health issues, but I can resolve those. I can provide you with housing for the future, everything a normal person could want... but I also need you as my subordinates, is that alright?"

"Sir, I don't even know your name?"

Karen asked.

"Cheng Xing".

"Okay, Mr. Cheng Xing, thank you for your willingness to help us. Perhaps it's a bit ungrateful of me, but I'd still like to ask, if we become your subordinates, what will our job be?"

"...Um...I don't know."

"what?"

Cheng Xing picked up a French fry from the plate in front of him and put it in his mouth. With a nonchalant expression, he said, "To be precise, this is just my current excuse. As for what I need you to do next, I haven't thought about it yet. We'll talk about it when I need your help."

"...Really? You really are a kind person."

"Gentle... never mind, just don't say 'Assassin.' So, Miss Karen, what answer do you have for me?"

"...I had no other choice. Besides, if I had a choice, I would want Theresa to grow up healthy and happy like a normal child."

Karen looked at Theresa with the concern of an older sister for her younger sister.

"Great, another happy ending."

Cheng Xing smiled happily, then cleared his throat and made a somewhat serious announcement.

“I said that Karen and Theresa, who are with me, are physically normal, without any defects, and are able to live normal lives.”

In that instant, all the defects in Kallen and Theresa caused by the genetic experiments vanished without a trace thanks to some inexplicable, miraculous power.

It successfully rewrote a predetermined tragedy.

Cheng Xing wore a gentle smile. He was genuinely happy to be able to change a predetermined tragedy within his power. Although tragedies filled with pain and heartbreak are more memorable, he still preferred to see everyone achieve a happy ending if possible.

Celine noticed the smile on the guy's face next to her and sighed helplessly. His previous attitude already showed that he was bound to do something stupid at the end.

He is always unwilling to respect his own life, unwilling to protect himself... He always does this, achieving his goals by harming himself.

He said he was willing to sacrifice everyone to defeat the Honkai, but when has he ever sacrificed anyone else?

He can sacrifice others for the benefit he can gain, and he can also sacrifice himself... Is this a psychological problem caused by what happened back then, or is this just his nature?

Xilin didn't know.

But the girl knew in her heart that if one day Cheng Xing was no longer in this world, he would do something foolish in his final moments, just as she had predicted.

Then the girl will follow this fool and meet him in another world.

"As I said before, there may be many figures in his world who are worth remembering, and there are too many people and too many things worth sacrificing oneself for. My world only has him now. Without him, what meaning would there be for me to live?"

When the group left the world bubble, the large wooden sailing ship underwent a transformation, acquiring a steel hull and transforming from an ancient vessel into a modern ship.

Then the bubbles that were originally in the Sea of ​​Quanta gradually rose to the surface, were wrapped and entwined by a crystal-clear branch, and transformed into a green bud that landed on the branch.

Theresa and Karen, who witnessed this scene, were both deeply moved, by an indescribable beauty.

"Hmm, I haven't asked yet. Does Mr. Cheng Xing's ship have a name?"

"Not yet. I haven't decided what to name this ship yet. It was originally just a temporary means of transportation, but I didn't expect it to grow so big."

"Let's call him... Hyperion!"

Theresa then raised her hand, indicating that she wanted to name the ship.

Upon hearing the name, Cheng Xing froze on the spot. He remained silent for so long that those around him were puzzled, and Theresa even worried that she might have chosen the wrong name. Suddenly, he laughed and said...