Honkai Impact 3: Saving the former civilization by rubbing the black technology

"I'm so excited right now, how can I rest?" Ai Yue waved his hand, motioning Kevin to wait aside. "Wei Weiwei, release the monster!"

"Okay!" Wei Erwei, who was standing in the control room next door, waved her hand downwards and then activated the mechanism.

Along with the sound of the cage opening, thirty Honkai beasts rushed into the venue and quickly locked onto Ai Yue's location.

Mebius took a step forward. If Ai Yue's new equipment couldn't play the role he expected, then...

Ai Yue also put on his helmet at this moment. He closed his eyes and began to concentrate: "Rose, load the virtual Honkai beast data, target 'Pavanti'."

"Virtual Pavanti, loading—"

Along with Prometheus's slightly hollow voice, the coil-like component on the top of the helmet began to charge and soon emitted a beam of light forward.

However, this ray of light was not intended to kill the Honkai beast. Instead, it was projected onto the open space in front of Ai Yue. Moreover, the diffusion of the light was very obvious, covering a large area.

"Hmm?" Kevin was the first to notice something was wrong. He looked around with a subtle expression on his face. "Is the concentration of Honkai energy decreasing?"

"It's not decreasing, it's gathering." Mobius also sensed the flow of energy. She looked at the coil component on top of Ai Yue's helmet. "That device is gathering Houkai energy through electromagnetic force? What does he want to do?"

"I don't know, but he just mentioned Pavanti." Kevin made a rare joke. "Is Ai Yue planning to create a Honkai Beast?"

The next second, the two fell silent.

Because as the Honkai energy continued to gather, a light purple figure gradually condensed in the open space shrouded in light.

A heavy body shaped like a wild boar, two protruding and sharp tusks, and horns extending forward in an arc from both sides of the head... Isn't this Pavanti!

Even the Honkai beasts that had been approaching Ai Yue felt a certain threat. They marked their spots, giving people a feeling of "restlessness", as if they were stuck in this place, unable to advance or retreat.

But soon, Kevin discovered that this was not similar to the Pavanti in his memory, because after this shadow finally solidified, an extra layer of thick ice armor condensed on Pavanti's head, and at the same time, a sharp horn pointing straight to the sky condensed at the tip of his nose.

This shape makes the already ferocious Pavanti even more hideous, fully highlighting his identity as a weapon of war.

But it is not enough to have a ferocious appearance alone. Whether this human-made Honkai beast is just for show or not depends on the actual combat that follows.

"Very good, Pavanti, attack!" Compared to the shock in Kevin and Mebius' hearts, Ai Yue was the more excited one. He pointed forward, like a beast tamer, and said, "Use 'Ice Thousand Miles'!"

"Does this thing have its own consciousness?" Mebius' eyes widened immediately.

Creating a virtual Honkai beast and creating a virtual Honkai beast with self-awareness are two completely different concepts!

"No, Dr. Ai Yue is just having a seizure," Prometheus explained promptly. "Even after issuing the command, he still has to rely on his mind to control the virtual Pavanti's abilities."

The next second, Pavani raised his head and roared. From his mouth, purple ripples that had turned into substance were spreading forward. Wherever the ripples reached, countless sharp ice cones condensed on the ground and pierced diagonally upwards. With just one move, all the Honkai beasts were impaled on the ice cones.

"It's not bad." Mobius touched his chin. "It looks like this effect isn't even close to its maximum power. If it were used on the battlefield, it would be quite useful. Kevin, what do you think?"

"Yeah." Kevin nodded. "So this move is called 'Thousand Miles of Ice'?"

"...You're sick too, aren't you?"

The conversation between the two ended instantly, because Ai Yue had turned around and fixed his gaze on Kevin.

The Pavanti behind him also turned around. Although Kevin couldn't see its eyes, he could feel that it was also locking onto him.

However, he did not rush forward, but glanced at Mebius from the side.

Of course he did not forget that two weeks ago, Mebius would not allow him to fight back no matter what.

"Anyway, it's not Ai Yue himself you're fighting." Mebius shrugged. "Whatever you want."

Kevin then stepped forward and raised his hand to condense a huge frost sword.

Similar to the situation of Virtual Pavanti fighting Honkai Beast, the process of Virtual Pavanti fighting Kevin was also very simple and quick - Virtual Pavanti used Thousand Miles of Ice, but Kevin slashed with a sword against countless ice cones, directly shattering the ice armor on its head. Virtual Pavanti was about to use Thousand Miles of Ice for the second time, but was split into two sections by Kevin's sword at close range, and turned into countless particles that dissipated in the air.

"Very strong," Kevin said sincerely, "I thought the first strike would be enough to take it out."

This was indeed what he really thought. Although Kevin did not use his full strength, the first sword had almost 60% of his strength. With this sword, even an emperor-level Honkai beast would be knocked down. However, the virtual Pavanti only broke a layer of ice armor.

And if he was not mistaken, as long as it was given a little more time, this layer of ice armor could be condensed again.

"Not bad at all! Virtual Pavanti also has ice attributes and has extra resistance to ice damage, but it couldn't withstand this." Ai Yue rolled his eyes. "You're really powerful. Wait, next time I'll be even more powerful..."

He didn't finish his words, because fatigue was quickly creeping over his face and eventually overcame his will, causing Ai Yue to fall backwards.

However, Ai Yue did not fall to the ground because Mebius supported him in time.

"How long have you been awake, you bastard?" Mebius said unhappily, "You should have a fall to wake yourself up."

Although he said so, Mebius did not let go. Instead, he supported Ai Yue's body and lifted him up.

“距离艾岳博士上一次睡眠，已经超过了76个小时。”普罗米修斯回应道，“在长达346个小时的研究过程中，艾岳博士的总睡眠时长共计为10小时48分29秒35。”

"That's all you've slept for two weeks?" Mebius couldn't help but frown. "Very well, I'll go back and give you an anesthetic that will last for five days!"

She was about to walk outside carrying Ai Yue, but she stopped and glanced at Kevin. "What happened today needs to be kept highly confidential. You should understand who you should tell and who you shouldn't, Kevin, right?"

Kevin nodded. He naturally understood how shocking this invention was. Before the technology was mature, the fewer people who knew about it, the better.

Seeing Kevin nod, Mebius continued to walk towards the door, while supporting Ai Yue's body.

I hadn't noticed before, this guy has a pretty good figure.

Chapter 31: Stab me!

Instead of sending Ai Yue back to his residence, Mebius took him to the First Research Institute.

"Dr. Mobius?" Klein looked at Mobius carrying Ai Yue in with a look of astonishment. "Are you finally forcing people to volunteer?"

"What are you talking about? When have I ever forced anyone?" Mebius glared at her, then turned sideways, showing Klein Ai Yue's profile. "Klein, go find two hospital gowns."

"I understand." Klein didn't ask any more questions, just nodded and turned to leave.

After Klein left, Mebius looked behind him and asked, "So, why did you follow me?"

Following behind her was Wei Erwei.

"What are you talking about? Didn't we agree to come for surgery?" Wei Erwei blinked, a puzzled look on her face. "It's only been a short time, you wouldn't have forgotten, right?"

"As you can see, I'm busy right now. Let's meet some other time." Mebius stopped looking at her and carried Ai Yue towards his room. "Goodbye."

But Velvet acted as if she didn't hear anything and continued to follow Mebius inside.

"You guy," Mobius frowned when he noticed this, "what on earth do you mean?"

Wei Erwei smiled: "Same idea as you."

Mebius sighed as he saw the expression on Velvet's face.

It seems the plan has failed.

When Ai Yue finally regained consciousness, he found himself firmly fastened to the bed by a belt.

"What happened?" Ai Yue recalled the scene before he lost consciousness and was horrified. "How could someone kidnap me right under Kevin's nose? Did the damn End come calling?"

"What end?"

The voice at the side made Ai Yue subconsciously turn his head. Only then did he realize that Mebius and Vivi were sitting beside him, as if guarding him.

"You guys did this?" Ai Yue frowned. "What for? You don't want the funding anymore, right?"

"Don't look at me, I'm innocent, okay?" Weiwei raised her hands in surrender. "Besides, I think you should thank me."

"Stop talking nonsense." Mobius picked up the syringe next to him and walked towards Ai Yue. "Be good, take this shot and go back to sleep."

"Wait a minute!" Ai Yue yelled, "I am the highest authority holder of the Fire Moth! After this injection, your funds will be reduced to zero. Do you still want to get it even so?"

"I can ask others for funding." Mobius used his free hand to pinch Ai Yue's face and pull it back and forth. "But you only slept ten hours in fifteen days. If you keep going like this, even if you have unlimited funding, you won't be able to spend it. Do you understand?"

"If this continues, I'm really going to have to consider forcing you to undergo Fusion Warrior Surgery. At least that way, you won't die even if you pull all-nighters for a month."

"Don't be like this, I'm fine, really!" Ai Yue quickly explained, "Rose, explain quickly!"

"First of all, what Dr. Ai Yue said is fifty percent true. He does use medication to maintain his health." Prometheus finally spoke slowly. She didn't know if it was an illusion, but Ai Yue actually heard a hint of cunning in her words. "Secondly, Dr. Ai Yue, I think you shouldn't resist, because Miss Aponya will be here soon."

"Rose, you actually stabbed me in the back!" Hearing Prometheus' words, Ai Yue's face suddenly changed drastically, and then he looked at Mebius, "Quick, give me an injection!"

Mobius blinked, still recovering from Ai Yue's sudden change of attitude. Instead, Wei Erwei, who had a keen understanding of human nature, understood everything instantly. She walked over and pressed the syringe in Mobius's hand. "It feels like something interesting is about to happen, eh?"

"Virvi, you!"

However it was already too late.

Just as Ai Yue was glaring at Wei Erwei, the door was pushed open from the outside. Aponiya, who had not been seen for a long time, walked in calmly, his eyes fixed on Ai Yue.

Ai Yue had no choice but to smile at her awkwardly.

"You promised me before that you could take care of yourself." Aponya walked over and untied the leather belt, saying in a slightly low voice, "But now it seems that you haven't kept your word."

Oh no, once Aponya starts using honorifics, things are going to get complicated.

"This time the situation is special," Ai Yue avoided the other person's gaze guiltily. "After all, this is a very difficult project. If we don't seize the inspiration and solve it in one go, it will turn into a protracted battle."

Ai Yue was not lying. This technology of materializing virtual Honkai beasts was something he had figured out bit by bit with the help of the system and relying on the knowledge he had mastered. It could be said that this new technology was created from scratch without any relevant technology tree.

This is different from the original virtual monster materialization technology. It combines the powers of the Third Herrscher and the Eighth Herrscher, thereby abandoning the bulky and complex energy supply system and drawing energy directly from the battlefield. It can not only avoid the irreversible erosion of the environment caused by excessive concentration of Honkai energy, but also weaken the combat effectiveness of Honkai beasts. It can be said to kill two birds with one stone.

In addition, relying on the power of the Eighth Herrscher, even ordinary people with insufficient mental strength can gather the mental power of multiple people at one point through "serial connection", thereby summoning virtual Honkai beasts with combat capabilities.

If Ai Yue can solve the problem of huge loss in long-distance transmission of mental power, people can even condense and control virtual Honkai beasts to fight remotely without having to reach the battlefield. In this way, more people can participate in the war against Honkai, thereby greatly alleviating the crisis of Honkai outbreaks that occur randomly in various parts of the world.

"I'm not complaining about you. After all, I have no right to do so." Aponya said with a hint of resentment, then glanced at the two people beside him, "I just... forget it. Let's talk about the next thing when we get back."

After Ai Yue was completely free, Aponia turned to look at Mebius and Velvet. She bowed slightly to them and said, "Then I will take Ai Yue with me. Thank you for your care."

"Aren't there things a little strange about those two?" After Aponya and Ai Yue left, Wei Erwei asked in a knowing tone, "Aponya's attitude is just like..."

"Alright." Mebius interrupted her. The scholar with the snake pupils had a calm expression, and it was impossible to tell what he was thinking. "Aren't you going to have surgery? I have time now."

"Wait, how about I think about it again?"

"Stop talking nonsense and get going!"

Chapter 32: Apolonia can become the one that is forgotten later

It was already late at night when we came out of the First Research Institute.

"Time has flown by so quickly today. I remember it was still morning when I first left the house. Ahahahaha..." Looking at the nun walking silently in front of him, Ai Yue began to change the subject abruptly. "By the way, Aponya, is everything going well over there?"

Because the school on Dusk Street is about to officially start accepting orphans from other settlements, someone is needed to lead the team to do the reception work. Considering that they need to pass through many dangerous areas on the way and deal with children, Aponia is the most suitable person.

"It's going relatively smoothly, but compared to the number of children who need help, the school is still too small." Aponya sighed melancholy and slowed down her pace to allow Ai Yue to walk side by side with her. "Compared to those destructive beasts, humans are too fragile."

"All countries have increased their aid efforts for the disaster victims. In the future... no, soon, many shelters like Dusk Street will begin operation," Ai Yue comforted Aponya. "Of course, if we simply blindly implement post-disaster remedial measures, we will never solve the real problem. That's why we need a way to truly reverse the situation."

Although he didn't say it directly, the second half of Ai Yue's words was undoubtedly an excuse for his previous behavior.

Aponiya stopped, then raised her head slightly and looked into Ai Yue's eyes.

Ai Yue only stared at her for five seconds before looking away: "I was wrong."

Of all the people Ai Yue knew, Aponya was the one who gave him the most headaches.

This is not referring to Aponya's strange ability, but the attitude she showed when facing Ai Yue.

Ai Yue always has different ways of dealing with different people. For example, for a proud and independent genius scholar like Mebius, he only needs to show "talent" that is enough to crush the other party, and he can get her recognition and even follow her. Even for an "outlier" like Weiwei with unconventional thinking and unpredictable personality, as long as he grasps the other party's vital point (referring to funding), it is enough to make her choose to cooperate honestly.

As for fighters like Kevin or Hua, they are the easiest to deal with, because as long as you are on the same front as them, they will trust you.

Only Aponiya would neither show a tough attitude nor try to use all kinds of cunning and treacherous tricks to achieve her goals. Facing Ai Yue, she would only use gentle, even pleading eyes to convey her demands.

Yes, just like now.

Ai Yue is the kind of person who responds to soft words but not to hard ones. If Aponya forcefully tries to stop his behavior, or tries to use her own "discipline" to restrain him, then Ai Yue will definitely use all means to fight against her.

But once Aponya put himself in a very humble position and told Ai Yue his request like a believer praying to God, he was completely unable to refuse.

Of course, this is probably a common weakness of human beings. After all, who can resist someone who exudes the radiance of maternal love and sincerely hopes that you can be safe and healthy?

"No, you didn't do anything wrong in this matter." Surprisingly, Aponya shook her head. "Of course I hope you can take good care of yourself, but if you do this for the future of civilization, then how can it be your fault?"

Aponiya reached out and gently stroked Ai Yue's face, rubbing her thumb over the dark circles under his eyes that had not yet faded. "This is clearly my fault, but I projected my chaotic emotions onto you."

"It would be great if I could stay by your side during this time." Seeing Ai Yue trying to speak, Aponya pressed his lips with her other hand. "I know nothing about science, but at least I can use my abilities to relieve your mental fatigue. Even if I can't share your stress, at least I can soothe your spirit. However, I can't even do that."

Although the other party was clearly doing self-examination, Ai Yue felt a tightness in his heart, feeling that something bad was about to happen.

Sure enough, the next second he heard Aponya change the subject—

"But at least I still have a chance to make amends." Aponiya withdrew his hands and gave Ai Yue a gentle smile. "In the next few days, I will take good care of you and make sure you can recover from your previous fatigue as soon as possible and live a healthy life again."

I understand the logic, but why do you emphasize the words "take good care of you"? It sounds like "take care of you fiercely".

"That's not necessary. After all, Dusk Street still needs you, right?" Ai Yue tried to make a final effort. "The children's affairs are the most important, right? And after my project is finished, the rest of the things will be easy. I can definitely take care of myself!"