K424 of the Collapse World

Kevin exhaled and answered Otto's question in a low voice.

"Then aren't you curious? What is the essence of the power of time? What kind of rules does this power have? What is the limit of its interference with reality? Now, the Herrscher of Time is your companion. With just a few simple experiments, these questions will be perfectly answered!"

Otto's voice rose slightly again, and the chanting tone he used to use when speaking was almost difficult to maintain.

But the next moment, he suddenly changed the subject and glanced at Kevin and Shirley in front of him.

"The Stigmata Plan and the Transfer Plan... You two each hold two 'keys' to the end, but the problem is that we still don't know which one is the real key. But now, the appearance of the Herrscher of Time has provided us with a new option."

Hearing this, Shilis finally understood. Otto did not invite Walter to attend the meeting because the current Anti-Entropy leader Walter Yang, like him, only knew "how to protect himself from the collapse", and only she and Kevin proposed a way to truly solve the collapse disaster.

After referring to the countless endings derived from the branching of the world line, Shiris realized that she had to fall into the quantum sea and take the entire world out of the control of the imaginary tree in order to get rid of the invasion of the collapse from the root. This was the final solution she came up with, and it was also the goal she had to achieve...

Perhaps, the Stigma Project, which the World Serpent selected after two epochs of experiments, also has similar rationality in the final effect. But after all, when an unsolvable problem has two suspected correct answers, but it is impossible to determine which one is the correct answer, neither side will think that they are wrong.

Now, Otto has put forward a plan that seems to have the best of both worlds, centered on the Herrscher of Time.

Basically, we should put aside the two current plans and work together to study the new laws of the Herrscher of Time. The three organizations should work together to find a new solution.

But is this really the best of both worlds?

"..."

There was a hint of scrutiny in Shilis's eyes.

Although Otto has a deep understanding of Honkai research, in terms of his understanding of the power of laws and the will of Honkai, Otto, who has only faced "God" once, is not good enough in front of these two people.

Regardless of whether the law of time can really open up a new path, Otto's proposal at this moment is like a master's degree holding the latest technological research results and proudly puffing out his chest in front of two arguing doctors - since your answers may be wrong, why not take a look at mine first?

"...Don't beat around the bush. State your terms directly, Otto Apokalis."

Kevin said indifferently, although his tone was still as calm as before, his words had already made his position clear.

"Oh...? You know, personally studying 'time', the law that is closest to the truth, is probably the dream of every researcher. Kevin Kaslana, do you really dare to say that you are not interested in the power of time?"

"No."

"I don't believe it..."

"Ahem... Mr. Otto, if Xing's power can really threaten Honkai itself, I will be happy to approve of your plan."

Otto seemed to be about to say something, but the silver-haired girl next to him suddenly coughed lightly, interrupting the bishop's voice.

"However, before discussing the great policy concerning the future, let's make things clear. Otto, why do you crave the power of the Herrscher of Time so much?"

The gloomy expression gradually faded away, and a sweet and dangerous smile appeared on the girl's face again.

"Is it because you care about the survival of human civilization, or... simply selfish desires?"

773 Martyrs

The leader of the Mandate of Heaven, Otto Apokalis, is, in a sense, a well-deserved "chosen one".

Born into an aristocratic family in feudal society, he possessed outstanding talent and creativity in scientific research, coupled with scientific ideas that were ahead of his time. These advantages gave him the opportunity to shine in the ancient Middle Ages. After becoming a bishop of destiny, his long life of five centuries allowed him to gain extraordinary knowledge and experience, coupled with the power of the First Key of God, "Void Wanzang", which eventually made him one of the top humans in the world.

However, Shilis knew that this greatest bishop in the history of Heaven's Will had a knot in his heart that he could not untie...

Kallen Kaslana, the woman he loved most, was killed by a Honkai beast in an accident. It was Kallen's death that made Otto determined to explore the truth of the world and find a way to resurrect the dead.

Because of this obsession that he could not let go of, Otto was destined not to be a perfect leader. But it was an indisputable fact that under his leadership, the Destiny Organization remained strong for more than five hundred years.

The Ruler of Time

The power that can change time and space and interfere with history will definitely give Otto hope of reviving Kallen. Therefore, he must try his best to convince the two people in front of him to help him explore the essence of the law of time...

Although he talked about using the Herrscher of Time to find a way to defeat the Honkai, Otto actually didn't care whether the ultimate law of time could really end the Honkai. After all, the future of human civilization only ranked second in his mind.

This man's wish is to have Kallen back by his side again, to see the girl's face and hear her familiar voice. To this end, Otto will do whatever it takes...

However, Shirley had already seen through his desire, and the essence of the "Time Law Plan" as an excuse seemed very deliberate. But would this man really give up so easily?

The answer is of course no...

"Selfish desire? That's right, desire is the most primitive and basic instinct of every living thing. As Miss Hillis said, I certainly have my own agenda."

Otto smiled easily and admitted without disguising that he had other intentions. But the next moment, the man's expression became serious.

"However, in the great matter of eliminating Honkai and continuing civilization, the interests of the three of us are the same. You two should know very well what the power of reversing cause and effect means. The Herrscher of Time has joined the human side, but we have never explored the essence of the law of time. The unknown represents infinite possibilities..."

"I'll leave it for you two to think about the truth slowly. However, I can promise that if you are willing to accept this proposal, Tianming will fully assist in the research of the law of time and try its best to meet any other requirements of Anti-Entropy and World Serpent."

After saying this, Otto exhaled lightly, and as his expression gradually softened, the polite smile he had had before reappeared on his face.

He has already set his own conditions.

He did not deny his own selfish desires, but if studying the laws of time was chosen as the main plan to unite the three major organizations, Tianming would be willing to do everything for it.

Regardless of rationality, if Otto cannot convince Hillary and Kevin with reason, he doesn't mind turning it into a deal.

Use the profound heritage of the Destiny Organization to exchange for the truth contained in the Law of Time...

Hillis silently turned her eyes and looked at Kevin who was thinking something across from her.

What will this man do in the face of Otto's offer?

Kevin would definitely not abandon the Stigmata Project that had been in progress for tens of thousands of years, and he did not seem to want to study the power of the Herrscher of Time, but now that he had accepted Otto's invitation, he must have intended to trade with Destiny. Could it be that the World Serpent really intended to use Apricot as a bargaining chip to exchange for corresponding resources and assistance from the Destiny Organization?

As Shilis thought about it, her expression turned somewhat gloomy.

Xing had left her and turned to the World Serpent. Logically, the girl's future had nothing to do with her, but now, seeing her sister being treated as a commodity traded between organizations, she would not be in a good mood.

If Xing volunteered to contribute to the cause of the World Serpent, then Shiris had no right to comment on it. But if she was used as a bargaining chip by Kevin without knowing it...

Then, even if she had to interfere in the internal affairs of the World Serpent, she would ask for an explanation for Xing.

"Do not......"

However, to the girl's surprise, Kevin shook his head and rejected Otto's proposal.

"Give up. The law of time cannot defeat Honkai."

"Oh? You haven't studied the Herrscher of Time, so why do you dare to make such a statement?"

Otto snorted and immediately asked, obviously unwilling to accept such a result.

Kevin answered without hesitation:

"The power of the law born from the collapse cannot destroy the collapse itself."

"How ridiculous! The weapon that killed the second Herrscher of this era was the Seventh God's Key, which was derived from the power of the Herrscher. This is an indisputable fact. The power of the gods themselves can also be used to kill gods!"

"..."

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"By the way, since Mr. Kevin is sure that the law of time is useless, why don't you tell me the basis of your judgment? As long as there is a sufficient reason, I will naturally make other plans."

When he asked this question, the blond man's eyes became sharp. Rather than questioning Kevin's point of view, he seemed to be just making up a reason for his own theory.

After hearing Otto's words, Kevin once again fell into a brief thought. Then, he suddenly turned his gaze to Shirley in front of him, with an inexplicable meaning in his eyes.

Being stared at like that, Hillary's heart skipped a beat and she looked at Kevin with a frown.

Could this matter have anything to do with her?

Just as Hillary was hesitating whether to speak first, Kevin suddenly reached into the inside of his coat and took out a small black box.

"Although I promised her to keep this secret, it will be exposed sooner or later when the Stigmata Project is launched..."

As he spoke, the man gently opened the box.

"—?!"

Shilis' eyes widened instantly.

The obscure and mysterious special law energy that she had experienced not long ago once again entered her perception range at this moment!

But compared to the irresistible energy wave just now, the energy of the Herrscher that appeared again was so weak that it was almost impossible to capture.

In that little box...

Shirley's eyes trembled.

(Then, could it be...?!)

"The law of time is an absolute taboo that cannot be violated under any circumstances. If you arbitrarily interfere with history and disrupt the world lines of the past and the future, the correction power of time will sooner or later rebound."

As he spoke, a golden pyramid-shaped crystal slowly floated up from the metal box and hovered above Kevin's palm...

"Human civilization is not yet qualified to touch the dimensional time sequence. This is also the reason why the Fire Moth permanently froze the 13th God Key Project - "The Key of Moment" after defeating the Herrscher of Time."

Under Otto's surprised gaze, Kevin explained in a calm tone, but looking at the golden crystal in his hand, a trace of regret seemed to flash in the man's eyes.

"Moreover... the power of this taboo is not something that a mortal can bear. The Herrscher of Time is destined to be the messenger of Honkai. Without the assistance of the will of Honkai, the mortal who steals the power of time will be devoured by time. I originally had expectations for Xing Maer, but now it seems that it is indeed unchangeable..."

Bang——! !

Before he finished speaking, the silver-haired girl slammed her hand on the table!

The next moment, as the invisible ripples spread out, a pair of eyes burning with blazing golden flames stared at the white-haired man.

"What happened to Xing?!"

"Just as you guessed, Silis Kaslana."

Kevin remained unmoved by the girl's glare and answered as he put the crystal back into the dark box.

"Apricot Mal fulfilled his promise to the World Serpent and carried out his will... at the cost of his life."

--boom! !

Sawdust remnants flew up, and the exquisite wooden table was like a muddied watercolor, instantly dispersed by the shining silver light, and pierced directly towards Kevin sitting opposite...

Kevin sat quietly in the chair, his white hair fluttering in the wind. He stood still, looking indifferently at the small fist resting in front of his nose.

Shirley finally stopped her hand, gritted her teeth and pressed her right fist down.

"Tell me in detail...what exactly is going on?"

Outside the Far East Base, on top of the radar station's spire, a silver-haired girl stood on a narrow metal beam, looking at the airport base in the distance...

At this moment, a light screen suddenly popped up in front of her, showing the image of another silver-haired girl.

"Kiana, aren't you going back?"

"Well...I want to stay a little longer."

Hearing her answer, Diana on the other end of the communication thought about it, smiled bitterly and nodded.

"Okay~ Auntie asked me to accompany Mei to the me club. I might be back late. If Sister Shilis comes back, please tell her for me."

"Oh, I see."

After the communication ended, the girl casually closed the floating window and continued to stand on the tower, waiting for someone to return...

Even though she knew that the other person was safe and sound, she wanted to return to that person as soon as possible. Moreover, Tesla also told her to take Shiris to the central laboratory of the base.

Although many things have not been resolved, at least everyone is safe...

A faint smile flashed across Kiana's face.

However, she had not yet noticed that with the demise of the Herrscher of Time, the long-sealed door in the sea of ​​consciousness quietly cracked open a gap...

774 The Last Seal

In the conference hall of the Glorious Covenant, Shiris listened to Kevin's story silently without saying a word.

Even though the silver-haired girl who had just jumped up had regained her composure, the tense atmosphere in the field had yet to dissipate.

"So, this means that Xing... chose this ending herself?"

"That's right. The price of playing with the laws of time is something she cannot afford. She has already made up her mind since the negotiation with the World Serpent."

Kevin spoke slowly, looking at the silver-haired girl opposite him. As the conference table was destroyed by Shiris, there was no longer any barrier between the two people sitting opposite each other.

"However, the speed at which Xing Maer's spirit collapsed was beyond our original expectations. She and I had originally promised to use the power of the Herrscher of Time to serve the World Serpent within a month. However... from her ascension to her fall, it lasted less than half an hour."

Kevin spoke slowly, his tone a little softer than usual, as if he was comforting

Caress the girl in front of you.

Normally, Kevin doesn't need to explain so much. As the absolute strongest person in two eras, Kevin, who owns the ancient organization "World Snake", can stand in the position of a superior and issue orders in a simple and direct tone to anyone in a high position. And those who have seen the true power of the World Snake will be impressed by its incomparable strength without exception...

Even the bishop who was appointed by heaven was not qualified to be treated as an equal.

But here, there is a unique exception.

In the past fifty thousand years, Kevin has never seen anyone who perfectly controls the laws of the Herrscher but is not affected by the will of Honkai. In addition, many warriors who have stolen the power of the Herrscher but maintained their own wills are also gathering around her, as if she has some special attraction...