Arknights: Studying medicine can't save Terra

In the stands, the shouts that had just subsided suddenly erupted, with one group of unified shouts instantly drowning out the others and becoming the most prominent sound in the arena.

"Candle Knight, victory is assured!"

"Candle Knight, we love you!"

The results of the two days and nights of rehearsals by all members of the Unarmored Alliance instantly made them the most dazzling stars in the audience and even the entire arena.

At the very center of the group, Platinum turned on the light board and held it high above his head. The light board flashed the three large pink characters "Candle Knight" and heart patterns swayed around it.

The others, led by Qi Yan and Monique, waved their glow sticks in unison, creating a dense and dazzling display of light and shadow as if they were wielding swords.

If Qi Lin were present, she would have provided an explanation promptly:

"This move is called the Starburst Abandon Healing Slash, which is said to be the strongest cheering technique in the world."

Unfortunately, Qi Lin wasn't there, but that was enough to cause problems for Lin Guang's mentality.

Under the watchful gaze of the Candle Knight, Nearl's face flushed red at a visible speed.

Chapter 432 The so-called knight...you continue

"Candle Knight, I love you, Wuhu!"

Amidst the shouts of the other members of the Unarmored Alliance, Qi Yan let out a deafening roar.

The candle flame in the Candle Knight's hand flickered twice.

Lin Guang's face was flushed red. Her words from before still seemed to echo in her ears, and then Qi Yan did this to her in the next second.

"This guy, he did it on purpose!" Lin Guang said through gritted teeth.

"Hmm..." the Candle Knight probed, "Did you two have a fight? Was he deliberately trying to upset you?"

Lin Guang shook his head in denial, quickly adjusting his mindset: "We didn't argue, but he was definitely trying to annoy me on purpose. However, his support for you must be from the bottom of his heart."

Like I said, it would be strange if he didn't do something weird; I should have known.

"You're not angry?" The Candle Knight asked, somewhat surprised.

Lin Guang's mindset had completely recovered at this moment, and a smile returned to his face:

Why should I be angry?

His choice to support you shows that your personal charm has won him over, and I should be happy for you and him.

"Personal charisma? Me?"

The Candle Knight seemed to have heard something amusing; his smile remained, but with a hint of self-mockery.

The candle in her hand grew brighter and brighter.

Lin Guang could feel a surge of Originium Arts energy brewing around him, and he quickly assumed a defensive stance.

“Do you know?” the Candle Knight said softly as he gathered his magic, “I’ve actually felt quite disappointed all these years.”

"What?" Nearl also gathered the light around her.

“I come from Letania, and my true identity is the illegitimate daughter of a Letania nobleman.”

The Candle Knight was clearly preparing to attack Nearl, but his attitude was very gentle.

They chatted softly, as if they were still in the same restaurant.

"Because of this identity, I was locked up in a high tower from a young age and was not allowed to contact outsiders, because my identity would bring shame to my father."

The Candle Knight slowly recounted his past: "There, I couldn't even hear the bustling noise of the downtown area. Every night, darkness enveloped me from all directions."

However, my mother would secretly bring me some candles.

Lin Guang's gaze unconsciously followed the Candle Knight's words and fell on the burning candle in her hand.

The Candle Knight's face was illuminated by the candle in his hand, and his shadow swayed behind him.

"By candlelight, I would read some poems, novels, and prose from various countries, which were full of magic."

During those days, I read many books, some of which described... knights.

For example, the last knight on this land, alone, charged towards the giant waves as black as night.

The candlelight seemed to reach its peak, flickered twice, and then suddenly dimmed.

Lin Guang's pupils contracted slightly, and his figure moved in the instant the candlelight changed. However, he did not rush towards the Candle Knight, but instead turned his sword and spear around, the tip of the spear gathering a dazzling light and stabbing behind him.

The surging Originium Arts energy transformed into endless flames, erupting from the shadow behind Nearl, seemingly threatening to engulf all the darkness in the world.

The light from the tip of the spear also burst forth, as if countless flashbangs had been thrown into the arena, turning everyone's vision into a blur.

When the light faded, Nearl and Candle Knight each took a half step back, neither gaining any advantage.

“The Last Knight, every knight in Kazimierz has read that novel.” Nearl steadied herself and continued the previous topic.

"Perhaps it's just a fictional legend, just to stimulate people's imaginations, right?" the Candle Knight pressed. "Radiant Knight, what exactly have you wanted to do since you became a knight?"

What should the knights do next?

The audience's shouts continued, and Mob, as usual, loudly commented on the match, only this time, his opponent had changed.

Big Mouth Mob glanced sideways at Qi Yan, his forehead covered in a fine layer of sweat.

What's wrong with this little white knight? You don't even need a microphone, and you're trying to out-shout my speakers with your mortal body? Do you want to lose your voice?

More importantly, I was actually being subtly suppressed!

Is this the strength of the powerful?

Mob the Big Mouth was on the verge of tears.

These off-field factors were completely ignored by the two players on the field; their only focus was on their opponents.

This is a duel, but also a collision and fusion of minds.

The Candle Knight used her candlelight to create a barrier in front of her, blocking Nearl's charge. She retreated gracefully, speaking slowly and deliberately:

"I came to Kazimierz almost as a banishment, and simply to make a living, I chose to become a knight."

Then I discovered that the so-called knights only need to win games and gain popularity to become one. I was disappointed and felt a sense of unreality.

It felt like all those years of hard work in Kazimierz were less fulfilling than what I experienced atop the tower.

The sword and spear swept across, easily shattering the candlelight barrier. The sword and spear in his hand thrust out like a meteor, but were deflected by the Candle Knight's magic.

The Candle Knight seemed to have endless things to say today, as if the thoughts that had been building up in his heart for years had finally found someone he could confide in.

She was forced to retreat step by step by Lin Guang, but she kept talking:

“Swordsman, when I came to Kazimierz, you had already been exiled, but as a knight, I always heard all sorts of stories about you. You seem to be different from others.”

I'm genuinely curious, if you look down on the current state of esports, why did you participate in it? And what were you trying to prove by winning the championship?

As Lin Guang thrust out his sword and spear, it was once again blocked by the Candle Knight's magic, and the two were engaged in a brief struggle.

She looked at the beautiful face so close to hers, the elegant woman with the style of Letania, whose gaze was fixed on her without blinking.

Lin Guang could even see his own reflection deep within the other person's eyes.

“That’s what I thought back then,” Lin Guang said solemnly. “But now I understand how ridiculous that idea was. I understand why my uncle was angry, and I understand why my grandfather, who has now passed away, chose to exile me.”

After leaving Kazimierz, I traveled to many places and met many people.

I have witnessed the deepest tragedies on this land, the dying struggles of the infected, and the collapse of massive cities in a cataclysmic disaster.

I was so insignificant and insignificant, it seemed I could change nothing.

The Candle Knight looked at the figure surrounded by light before him. The other person was so dazzling, yet it seemed to be telling him how insignificant he was.

Nearl exerted force, forcing the Candle Knight to retreat.

"Even after witnessing all kinds of suffering and realizing your own insignificance, do you still have the courage to embark on this hopeless path again?" the Candle Knight exclaimed. "You say you are insignificant, but in my eyes, you are so dazzling and so brave."

Lin Guang adjusted his breathing and said firmly:

“I am not actually brave. I was also confused after I was exiled, but I met some companions, some trustworthy companions.”

I am insignificant on my own, but I firmly believe that as long as we all work together, we can always use our own efforts to illuminate the people and things around us.

To answer your previous question, Viviana, what should a knight do...?

A knight is someone who illuminates the entire earth...a sublime being.

Light surged from Lin Guang's body, gathered at the tip of her spear, and, carrying her conviction, pierced straight out.

Chapter 433 Yaoyang nodded

The spearhead shone brightly, carrying with it a radiant, sun-like conviction that pressed down on the Candle Knight's candlelight.

The flames flickered, and the Candle Knight's light seemed so insignificant under the powerful and heavy blow from the Light.

The candlelight flickered, as if it might go out at any moment.

The Candle Knight's steps couldn't stop her from sliding backward, but she made no attempt to escape and took the blow herself.

It seemed that from this strike, she could sense Lin Guang's inner thoughts.

"To illuminate...the entire earth."

The Candle Knight coughed lightly, her face pale, clearly indicating that facing the light directly was not an easy task for her.

The Candle Knight's expression was more serene than ever before.

She said softly, "Not everyone can illuminate the entire earth, Knight of Light. Most people are just small candles, barely illuminating the direction of their own lives."

Amidst the turmoil and uncertainty, the Knights of Light, in this era, the light of hope is dim, people have lost themselves, and what's terrifying is that they are completely unaware of it.

Knowing this, why did you...?

"Are you questioning yourself, Viviana?" Nearl suddenly interrupted the Candle Knight.

This was the first time she had shown such a firm attitude in front of the Candle Knight.

The Candle Knight remained silent for a moment.

During this time, Lin Guang did not launch an attack, and instead focused on conserving his energy.

After a long pause, the Candle Knight looked at Nearl again and brought up a completely unrelated topic:

“You’ve been calling my name ever since the beginning.”

“Because I believe this is who you truly are. The title ‘Candle Knight’ is merely a label to you. I am speaking to you, not to the title ‘Candle Knight’.”

With a sweep of light from the tip of her spear, she drew an arc of light at her feet: "A person's fate is not determined by their birth, Viviana. In my opinion, you are an excellent knight."

Viviana seemed to have received unprecedented praise, a satisfied smile on her face.

Immediately, her smile vanished completely, replaced by a fierce fighting spirit.

Just like when she rejected McKee's suggestion to have the Federation secretly help her defeat the Radiant Knights, she made her own choice back then.

A simple choice: to fight this knight in front of him fair and square.

"If your faith is truly as unwavering as the sun, please allow me, a tiny candle flame..."

Viviana slowly closed her eyes and raised the candle in her hand: "I'll try to steal your light for a moment."

In the flickering firelight, Viviana vaguely heard a voice from the past, transcending time and entering her ears once more.

“Viviana Droste, that’s your name.”

“You are a disgrace to the family… If other nobles find out, you will become a tool for them to attack your father.”

“You should be exiled in secret, or simply put to death. The tower should not hear your cries.”

"But you were brought to Kazimierz, and you were entrusted to be raised by a Kazimierz knight."

"No one even hid your identity from you, an identity that should have been kept secret."

"It's as if they all want you to live an honest life."

"How admirable and pitiful... your noble father and your unknown mother, they both loved you."

In the instant the candlelight went out, this elegant and beautiful woman was briefly immersed in darkness.

At that very moment, her Originium Arts were activated.

Lin Guang's expression tightened, feeling unprecedented pressure. The darkness seemed to want to swallow her up as well, but it was not cold; instead, it erupted with surging waves of fire and heat.