You are very strong, but my painting style is better than yours!

When Altair began to dream of a bright future, she was already unable to escape from Iori's grasp!

……

On the battlefield ravaged by the Flame Demon, the battle between water and fire was evenly matched, completely altering the surrounding terrain. Ceresia didn't even have the right to participate; she could only stand on the edge protecting Sota, anxiously waiting in vain.

Finally, the battle gradually subsided, and the previously disappeared military princess reappeared in front of Leticia, floating slowly down from mid-air.

Upon seeing this, the red-haired swordswoman Ceresia immediately tensed up: "Could it be that the man who just protected us... has been defeated?"

Although she wasn't particularly strong, she had insight and keen observation skills. She knew very well who had protected them with the water balloon at the crucial moment, and that's why she was worried about them.

However, what Junji said was completely unexpected:

"Let's call it a day. Although we still have some enjoyment, not all the performers have arrived yet. Even if we force the performance to continue, we won't be able to produce a beautiful tone."

Altair made a symbolic salute, like a knight, and addressed Ceresia.

"Welcome, Princess Celestia Ubittlia. We will meet again someday. By then, I hope you will have truly understood this world and give me a satisfactory answer."

A dazzling blue light flashed, and the silver-haired princess in military uniform, maintaining her mysterious smile, vanished into countless particles.

Huh? You're just leaving like that? You don't want to fight me anymore?

"baffling……"

Having experienced so much in such a short time, and still not understanding what was going on, Ceresia was in a very unpleasant mood.

After the military princess disappeared, she turned to Sota and asked, "Is there such a tradition in this world? That is, to run away without explaining anything, to put on a show, and then run away?"

Speaking of that princess in military uniform… is everything she said true? Is this really the land of the gods?

"You have too many questions."

Before Sota could speak, Iori's voice rang out first, immediately attracting their attention.

"Are you... are you alright?"

Celestia was overjoyed.

If someone were to sacrifice themselves for her sake... Selesia would feel guilty for the rest of her life.

"Well, I guess I barely passed."

Iori smiled and said, "Let's leave it at that for today, and we'll deal with it later... There's no need to look so worried. I'm a pacifist, and I never hold grudges~"

Chapter 451 Parents and Children.

After the battle, Meteora brought Kubo Hide to join Iori.

No one expected Altair to summon such a formidable character as Cross Zhai. Meteora was naturally worried after observing the astonishing fluctuations that were powerful enough to destroy a mountain, as was Kubo Hide.

Fortunately, it ended without serious harm. The military princess and the cross-shaped sai were nowhere to be found. Iori protected Ceresia, who had just been summoned, and they escaped unharmed. In terms of the result, it can be considered a victory that was neither too big nor too small.

Such a large commotion would naturally attract the attention of the Japanese government, but from the perspective of ordinary people, it would most likely be seen as a gas pipeline explosion or a military experiment (although the scale is quite outrageous).

Japan's high-level response capabilities and military mobilization speed have always been "renowned" worldwide, so it took an hour for a large-scale fire brigade and military police to arrive and establish a cordon.

If it weren't for Iori's intervention, which neutralized most of the firepower, the forest fires alone would have been enough to cause them serious trouble.

After strolling along the mountain road and escaping the sight of helicopters, the military, and various news media, the group gathered in a secluded spot and began exchanging information.

"...So it was all true after all."

Celestia sat on the bench, looking somewhat downcast.

"My world is just a fantasy created by someone... and even I am one of them."

"But at the very least, you do exist here now."

Meteora said softly, “Possessing body temperature, mass, and intellect, there is no doubt that it is a real human being.”

When the boundary between fantasy and reality is broken, there is no need to dwell on the meaning of one's existence, because for you and us, both worlds are real.

In that case, all we need to do is recognize ourselves in the present moment, experience the reality of this moment, and make choices that we can be true to ourselves.

Ceresia gave a wry smile: "You're really open-minded... Well, although there are still many things I don't understand, I know that sighing won't change anything, so don't worry about me getting depressed."

Perhaps it was the character's design to be so positive; although Ceresia was unwilling, she did not fall into despair, but quickly cheered herself up.

"Speaking of which, those people over there..."

“I am Aizen Iori, just call me Iori.”

“Um, Mr. Iori.”

Celestia asked curiously, "It may be a bit impolite, but... may I ask what kind of world you come from? Do you know the princess in military uniform?"

Her attitude towards you seems different; she definitely wouldn't act that way if you weren't close.

"You could say we know each other."

Iori didn't answer immediately, but pondered for a moment before saying seriously, "I accidentally traveled to a very strange world before, where I met a princess in military uniform and another person... a girl dressed in very fancy clothes."

The girl with the magic wand was summoned to reality along with me… yes, just like you, Miss Celestia. Only, unlike you and me, she seems to have been kidnapped by the princess in military uniform.

Her name is Mami, and she's quite famous among children around the world.

Meteora continued, "The reason Princess Military Uniform treats Iori differently is mostly because he is not under her control and could potentially disrupt one of her plans, so Princess Military Uniform sees him as an outsider."

Perhaps it's because he's different from us:

These are not original characters from existing 'works' in this world, but rather fan-made characters created by many fans, drawing inspiration from the internet.

"Iori, am I right?"

"I think that's the reason too."

Iori nodded.

"Perhaps the princess in military uniform has certain limitations and doesn't have much of a binding force on a fan fiction character like me."

"Hmm... I don't understand, what's with all this talk about original works and fan fiction... It's more troublesome than piloting a magical armor!"

Celestia covered her head and shook it in distress.

"Phew... Anyway, we're 'partners,' right?"

"I think so."

Iori smiled gently, "Just now, didn't we just have a brilliant collaboration?"

Under the streetlights, Iori's handsome face and captivating voice seemed like some kind of curse, causing Ceresia to lose control of her eyes and her heart to race.

Startled, she quickly turned her head and forced a smile, saying, "Yes, that's true... Tsk, what's wrong with me? How stupid!"

Ceresia has a lover in her world. Although, like most light novels, they never confirm their relationship or confess their feelings, they both consider each other to be the most important person in their lives.

She was not a fickle person; on the contrary, she was very loyal. Even when she arrived in a completely unfamiliar place and had no idea whether she could return, her feelings did not change at all.

—But Iori's charm has reached a magical level, and it has nothing to do with Ceresia's will. Any man of the opposite sex would have a similar reaction.

Of course, a person with a strong sense of self won't be easily swayed. After calming down a bit, they can sort out their feelings. At most, they'll just feel that Iori is kind and reliable, but it won't make them feel unconditionally aroused like some erotic novels do.

"You don't seem very calm, Miss Celestia."

"Perhaps the magic hasn't fully subsided yet... Your name is Meteora, right? And this one..."

"The famous manga artist, Kubo-sensei!"

Sota, who had been silent all along, suddenly became excited, startling the red-haired female swordsman.

"Manga, a cartoonist?"

"Yes! 'Bleach' is the fastest-selling masterpiece to break ten million copies!"

Sata stepped forward and bowed deeply: "Teacher, I never expected to meet you here... I really like your work!"

"Ah, um!"

Kubo Hide was quite used to similar situations, and gave a polite smile: "Thank you, but let's discuss that princess in military uniform first... Sota is a high school student... Um, from what you just said, you live in the real world, so why were you caught up in the princess's 'magic'?"

Sata was speechless; he didn't know what was going on either.

"That magic might have a certain degree of randomness, or perhaps Sota's room just happens to be located at a magic node or something, or... no, since it's their first meeting, there shouldn't be any causal connection between Sota and the princess in military uniform."

What do you think, Iori?

"It's probably just a coincidence."

Iori said casually.

At this moment, Celestia suddenly noticed something: "Speaking of which... since just now, when Miss Meteora was talking to Mr. Iori, she didn't look at his face at all."

Even though she's always very formal and respectful when she talks to me and Sota...why is that?

"...That kind of thing is not important. Let's discuss the plan for the Princess in Military Uniform."

Meteora looked away, blatantly changing the subject, and began to recount her own speculations.

"First, we need to figure out what the connection is between our hometown and the works here."

"Ok?"

Celestia paused, "Didn't we come from anime and novels?"

"This is not a 'reasonable' thing."

If this is a natural law that has existed since the beginning of time, then all sorts of demons, monsters, gods, and saints should exist on Earth today, and surreal scenes should be everywhere.

But what is the truth?

Everyone looked at the only male high school student. Sata became nervous, thought for a moment, and then slowly shook his head: "I've never heard of such a thing."

"Then we can conclude that this is not a phenomenon that would happen naturally, and an anomaly means a violation of the rules... or that there is a loophole in the operating mechanism of this world itself."

Meteora made the same judgment as Iori, which made him look at her with a sidelong glance:

"The princess in military uniform is constantly using her abilities to widen the loopholes, and this behavior will surely come at a price... It will probably have an extremely negative impact on the world itself!"

Kubo paused for a moment upon hearing this, and perhaps with the keen insight of a manga artist, she asked, "What exactly do you mean by 'impact'?"

"I don't know what that is either."

Meteora shook her head. "But it's not what we expected."

"If we follow the common tropes of most works, doing this would reduce the stability of the world... Is it really going to destroy the world?"

Kubo pondered, "Why would that princess in military uniform do that?"

"Who knows? You'd have to ask her."

Meteora looked at Celestia: "What did you learn from the Princess in Military Uniform?"

"This one……"

Ceresia hesitated for a moment, but ultimately told the truth.

"She suddenly appeared in front of me, explained where I was, and said that we could influence the Creators and make our world a better place."

To be honest, I was somewhat tempted…

"My situation is similar. The princess in military uniform said the same thing to me, promising to give 'Avaken' a blue sky again."

Meteora looked at Iori: "And you? You're the princess in military uniform we met before. Did she say anything special?"

"Basically the same."

Iori suddenly realized, "That's right, although everyone gathered here is someone she doesn't get along with, there are definitely some people she's been trying to win over, we just don't know it yet."

There must be countless characters who want to save their "hometown"—everyone's expression turned serious.

"so what should I do now?"

Sota, being an ordinary student, was clearly panicked. "We don't even know how many people the other side has."

"Don't panic, there's no point in worrying about it now."

Iori patted Sota on the shoulder and reassured him, "Don't worry, we're just staying here temporarily and we don't intend to involve you any further."

"Oh... thank you, Mr. Iori."

Shui Xiaosa calmed down.

"Speaking of which, can Kubo-sensei be considered the creator of Iori-san? If Kubo-sensei rewrote Iori-san's character settings... would he make him strong enough to defeat the Princess in Military Uniform?"

"Have the original author change the setting? I hadn't thought of that..."