A journey of Shadowverse and Honkai Impact 3rd

"Let me do it, but I'll need Sister Mono to work with me later."

"As for Sister Tantella, you will be responsible for vigilance and safety. Is that okay?"

Tantara nodded, indicating that it was no problem to leave these matters to her, and Mono naturally smiled reservedly, with a smile of tacit approval and a friendly glow on his face.

With their permission, Sera began to set up a magic circle around the life support capsule for communication, creating a good environment for entering other people's spiritual realm, so that she and Mono could escape unscathed even if an accident occurred.

The neat and clear circular rings form the framework of the "door", and the holy blue luster transforms into mysterious runes entangled inside and outside the rings, like overlapping waves and surrounding clouds, containing intuitive beauty and unspeakable mystery.

Mono blinked. The system analysis she tried to analyze did not bring her much useful information. Apart from knowing the purpose of some runes, she did not understand how the entire system was constructed, because what played a role in the magic circle was not only the exquisite structure, but also Sera's own high-quality mana.

"Sister Mono, are you ready?"

Mana's mind directed the final stroke of the outline, forming a perfectly closed magic circle that emitted a clear and soft glow. The endless light rising from the ground highlighted the mystery of magic, and Mono couldn't help but look forward to the effectiveness of the magic circle.

"Well, just stand inside, okay? Sera?"

"Yes, but I still suggest lying down."

Sera exchanged a few words with Mono, and after explaining what would happen when entering the spiritual realm, Mono obediently lay down, his mechanical body resting next to Sera with a slight coldness.

And then, a clear flash of light emanated from the magic circle beneath them, drowning their minds and plunging them into a rigid city built purely out of known things.

——The former Eyalon.

The mechanical city is filled with lights, illuminating the cold building materials and exposing the indifferent bodies of the buildings to the light. The extreme light, which seems to eliminate all shadows, shines day and night, filling the living space of the residents.

Here, survival requires strict adherence to the rules set by the ruler. There are clear regulations on when to get up, when to eat, when to work, and when to rest. Countless mechanical soldiers follow his orders without knowing the hard work or emotions, shaping Eyalon into a world without any "unknown".

"Oh my, this place really makes me nostalgic, Eyalon. Well, it seems that Belfort is quite nostalgic. I just wonder if the scene of being conquered by the creations will appear again."

The high-heeled body parts stepped on the familiar cold and hard ground. Mono, with a hissing tone, put on a chuckling expression as if she saw something funny, and next to her was Sera, who was curiously observing the surroundings.

"The former Eyalon...hmm."

It seems like this is a place where there is really no freedom and leisure time.

Before she could express her opinion, her feelings were aroused by external disturbances. From mid-air, Sera heard the sound of a drone flying rapidly, and similarly, from the tremors on the ground, she could tell that a large number of mechanical soldiers were gathering towards them.

"We've been discovered, Sister Mono."

On the deserted street, a light like a searchlight quickly shone, and the dazzling momentum seemed to have labeled Sera and the others as criminals. From the mechanical soldiers who had just appeared and the drones flying in the sky, Sera felt the merciless fluctuations of magic.

If this kind of magical reaction was intended to capture someone, then if it was intended to execute them, the entire city would probably have to be blown up.

A three-dimensional defensive formation suddenly appeared, erecting a solid wall that could not be broken through by heat or impact in the face of the influx of shells. When Sera's eyes turned to Mono, the mechanical and soft woman smiled sweetly and spoke without any panic.

"I'll leave it to you now, Sera. Right now, I'm a little uncomfortable. Once I'm fully accustomed to this situation, how about you take over the offensive responsibilities?"

Is it a similar situation to when Femi first entered the dream realm? Sera made her own judgment.

"Okay, then according to your judgment, Sister Mono, where should Belfort be in Eyalon?"

The high heat and terrible shock wave of the explosion ravaged and destroyed the ground mercilessly, and even the houses around the target were wiped out cleanly. The scorching air distorted the rolling black smoke, making a horrible scene of destruction appear outside the defense formation, but even the screaming sound could not penetrate Sera's defense and bring people the disaster of melting.

"It's probably in his own factory. However, if he can't find it, judging by the lively atmosphere here, it won't be long before he personally comes to eliminate the target."

Witnessing the horrific destruction that was all blocked by the defensive formation, Mono, who had an intuitive understanding of Sera's combat effectiveness, expressed his understanding of Belfort, allowing Sera to plan the next action.

But it was obvious that plans could not keep up with changes. When Sera was about to take Mono to break through directly, a huge net woven by numerous magic fluctuations had appeared in her perception. Its grand scale was one of the largest in her impression, and the familiar breath also indicated their identity.

Creation.

160.Three goddesses

"It's those damn things again. They're always haunting me. They're more disgusting than cockroach saliva."

"Just seeing this thing makes me sick to death. How can these ugly things possess such excessive functions?"

Extreme hatred appeared on the man's face, making his already gloomy face even more revealing his evil nature. If his despicable attitude could cause damage to creations, I am afraid that before the battle even started, at least half of the clusters covering the sky and the earth would be gone.

"Three goddesses, knock these disgusting guys down for me!"

"Mechanical troops, attack!"

The powerful wave of his hand unleashed the darkness hidden within the city, and direct violence poured out. Accompanied by the roaring engines, under Belfort's command, the scene of the fall that day seemed to be repeated.

No matter how hard they tried to modify and upgrade the troops, and no matter how they spent all their resources on their own creations, the performance of the Three Goddesses reached an unimaginable height. However, facing the last celestial sphere-shaped creation, the stubborn fool could only end up in defeat.

It is unacceptable and absolutely impossible to acknowledge it. It is just that the established facts have been cruel and indifferent from the beginning to the end. The blow to others' nerves and the severe damage to their spirits are always painful, trapping others in this stubborn cycle.

Belfort Adlet, he was very ill because he would never accept the outcome that his ideals were easily defeated by creation.

.........

In the streets of Eyalon that had become a battlefield, an indescribable new wind suddenly emerged. The flowing holy blue was like a burning fire. Once it appeared, it swept away all the destruction in front of the two people, engulfing everything including shock waves, flames, high temperatures, and blew towards the enemies of the attackers Sera and Mono.

"That's a fantastic attack! It seems Sera can handle all the problems even without me, her sister."

Mono chuckled and spoke, taking everything in. He could tell how efficient Sera was in killing the enemy. If it were her, she would be able to achieve the same results in battle, but she would not be able to maintain such a calm attitude in the end.

Oh, if I could have such a means of attack, I could truly call myself a soft lady.

"There's so much trouble to talk about, Sister Mono. You should have sensed that the sky is now full of creations."

Sera pointed to the dim night sky. Under the illumination of Eyalon's lights, countless raging waves occupied the entire sky with the unified dark blue color of creations. Whether they were analyzed creations or ancient creations, a rough glance showed that their number was in the tens of thousands. The excessive magical power seemed to be able to flatten mountains and burn oceans.

The exquisite ritual unfolded, and Sheng Qing's mana instantly wove into a miniature barrier, isolating Sera and Mono from the outside world for a short time, and echoing with the magic circle in reality, finally achieving the de facto observer status of the two.

"But fortunately, this is Belfort's spiritual realm. If we were really faced with so many creations, it would be quite difficult."

"This will solve the problem, right? Little Sera is just too modest, which is not good. If she becomes introverted like Annie, she won't be able to be a lady in her later years~"

Curious about his own illusory image, after some experimentation he discovered that he had become an outsider with non-interactive attributes, and at the same time he was not bound by gravity and could fly freely. Now, Mono's smiling expression was completely relaxed, and he really looked like a graceful lady out for an outing.

"But this also means we can't exert any influence. Let's first confirm Belfort's location. We don't know what our patient's current condition is. To be able to conjure up such a mental state, there should be no problems with his mental strength and logic. I guess he's just having a difficult time getting over it."

The illusory figure flew high, carrying Mono's Sera straight into the sky. Flying past were the tall figures of creations and beams of light and missiles fired from the ground into the sky. The bright tracers illuminated the night while also making the number of the creations' despair more obvious.

"Not only was the combat effectiveness of our combat units crushed, but we were also far outnumbered. When Eyalon fell, it was truly not easy for you, Sister Mono, to escape."

Standing in the air, Sera, as a spectator, had a clear view of the resistance on the surface and the invasion from the sky. It was difficult to find a clean place among the countless exploding sparks. The tragic battle to defend the city was at a disadvantage from the very beginning. When the cluster of creations officially landed in the city, Sera could no longer find a trace of hope.

The mechanical soldiers who kept firing were torn apart by the claws of the ancient creations that were approaching without any suspense. When the exploded body fell, its magic circuit was still carrying out the firing operation, but it could only create a slight ripple on the invisible shields of the creations. The futile defeat became part of the curtain call in the series of explosions like fireworks in the sky, which was both gorgeous and cruel.

"Yes, now it seems that being able to escape was indeed a stroke of luck. Although it was Belfort's experiment that trapped us here, it was precisely that dimensional teleporter that gave us the opportunity to escape this city."

"Huh? So, Sister Mono, you guys aren't native to this planet?"

Sera looked surprised when she understood something, and there was a hint of subtlety in her eyes when she looked at Mono. You know, Mono had asked her about the relevant technology before.

"Of course not. If it were a native, I doubt whether Belfort would live to see me and Tantella and the others created."

Mono explained the facts clearly and then quietly watched the replay of the day of the fall. She did not even make a move to search for Belfort, because she knew that Belfort would not be a coward, whether then or now.

No matter how bad his character is, the tyrant of Eyalon is still a monarch. Before the city falls, he will still defend his dignity and the city he created.

"Look, Sera, there's Belfort."

The light words were drowned out by the fierce explosion. The night sky, which had long been torn apart, lost its former grayness. The war under the sky changed with the addition of three awe-inspiring machines. When the scarlet of destruction, the green of domination, and the dark blue of anger were all thrown into the battlefield, the rolling wind of variation angrily cut through the offensive of the creations.

"Kill those who violate the taboo."

The power of slaughter resides on the blade, and a hurricane of destruction descends with the name of [Goddess of Slaughter Tisiphone], instantly cutting through all creations that come into contact with it.

"Those who violate the taboo will be destroyed."

The will of domination spread across the battlefield, and the functions of the machines completed a cycle of communication here, suddenly transforming into a pure whole, gathering under the command of [Goddess of Disaster - Alecto] with doubled efficiency.

"Those who violate the taboo will be annihilated."

The cannon of [Goddess of Wrath - Megaira] fired out a destructive blue glow, like a horn of counterattack, or like a sharp sword piercing the sky. As the firing angle shifted, it brought out a series of magnificent sparks, achieving the impressive record of instantly annihilating thousands of creatures.

"Creations? All of them, get out of here and become unwanted garbage in the junkyard! Disgusting scum."

In Sera's eyes, the man who appeared with the three goddesses' machines was undoubtedly the Belfort they were looking for.

161. The Return of the Mysterious Creation

His brown-black hair was unrestrained and grew upwards with wild vitality. His brown-black beard was thick but well-regulated, surrounding the man's cheeks. His clothes were covered with mechanical creations, and in the circuits surging with magical power, a roar of electrons and energy burst out.

The man was tall, and even on the battlefield he displayed his desire for dominance and his unwavering tyranny without reservation. A contemptuous smile hung on his face, as reasonable and natural as the stars inlaid in the starry sky, giving people the feeling that he was supposed to be that way.

Sera saw him. Even though the man's appearance was different from the desolate figure in the real life support cabin, his unchanged essence was still eye-catching and an existence that could not be ignored in this destructive doomsday scene.

"Belfort Adlet, has he always been so reckless?"

Sera asked, and at the same time, countless creations flew over her place again. Their swarming momentum of invading the surface made people have no doubt that their troops could drag Eyalon into hell alive, but the dictatorial ruler still fought without scruples. It was hard to tell whether his bravery or stupidity made the figure impressive.

"That guy has his own dignity and will. Although he likes to deny the hearts of machines, in other words, that is an unparalleled affirmation of his own heart."

Mono began to comment, and as a bystander, he crossed his arms and pondered. His words made Sera understand more about the famous Belfort, or rather, the mechanical creator who was called "God Z" in his previous life.

"Keep watching. Now is the right time to get to know him. Besides, I don't think this is just a repeat of that day. Belfort is not someone who will indulge in nightmares forever."

"Even if it was a real nightmare, he would definitely pick up his fist and smash it to pieces, and then mock it by saying it was worse than shit."

The words that came out of Mono's mouth were not at all elegant, but because of her pleasant voice and cool style, she had a unique charm, like a queen who was high above everyone else, or a decisive and iron-blooded general.

Sera's blue eyes passed over the tragedy of explosions and war damage that were happening all the time on the battlefield. She carefully watched the resistance of Eyalon's side in the frenzied, bloody hurricane, taking in all three machines named "Goddesses" and sighing imperceptibly in her heart.

Invasion and resistance, machines that could not shed blood or tears fell here, and the abandoned bodies piled up like the remains of creation, brewing tragic deaths in the future. Compared with the moment when the Ister civilization fell, this scene was not as tragic as it was...

While Sera inexplicably developed the mentality of a historian observing from the sidelines, the resistance on the ground continued. The creations in the night sky were shot down and turned into flaming meteors. The falling bodies with billowing smoke hit the fortress with ignited guns and cannons, and also deviated in their trajectory, dragging several mechanical soldiers into hell.

The sound of the world has fallen. The crazy explosions are filled with the indifferent resistance of the mechanical soldiers. The melee swords and long-range guns sadly fall one after another on the stage, illuminating the tragic scene of the fall with cold light and flames.

The colors of the world have not yet fallen. Under the command of the [Goddess of Disaster - Alecto], the functions of machines and machines have received more abundant support. The endless magic power has transformed into waves and rushed into the bodies of combat units, pushing the bodies step by step into the abyss of self-destruction, showing a disaster green color, as if a plague has arrived.

The scarlet of killing rushed into the night sky and turned into scarlet thunder that rushed upward from the surface of the earth. The unparalleled speed and the mechanical blade with a vaguely alien style gave it the power of slaughter. Combined with the angry dark blue light, it continued to reap the lives of creations.

An unextinguishable fire ignited on the ground, accompanied by wails so weak as to be silent. The mechanical city called Eyalon had lost its rules, and all that remained was brutal slaughter.

The creations in the night sky fell to the ground, and the magic-woven cluster beam cannons and scorching heat rays mercilessly destroyed every corner of the city. The determination to annihilate without regard for casualties was so cold that it could not be more cruel.

"Three Goddesses, increase the power and kill all these guys."

He grinned at the multiple creations that seemed to be a decapitation team rushing towards him, and his inferior smile revealed his true nature of devastation. The man's handshake in the air issued an order to annihilate the equipment on his body, allowing circles of invisible shock force fields to wrap around the bodies of the creations, and crushed the shield-generating force field into a pile of scrap metal.

——Increasing the power further will cause most of the mechanical troops to enter a state of self-destruction. The combat time is expected to be no more than ten minutes.

[Goddess of Disaster Alecto] received Belfort's orders and made her own judgment. However, her empty mind had no reason to refuse to carry out the orders. Like the other two goddesses, they were transformed beyond recognition and were no longer Mono's sisters.

Suddenly, the disaster green color appeared more clearly on the bodies of the mechanical soldiers, endlessly squeezing the potential of their bodies. Even the [Goddess of Slaughter - Tisiphone] and the [Goddess of Wrath - Megaira] also had a significant disaster green on their bodies at this moment.

"Isn't this solvable? A mere creation, a pile of garbage, actually forced me to this point. It's unforgivable."

With a kick of hatred, the remains of the scrapped creation were powerfully ejected in the devastated ruins of Eyalon. After a sharp scream, it violently slammed into the ancient creation that was still running, causing it to lose the ability to operate, satisfying Belfort's evil sadistic heart.

"Ah, it's about time that big piece of trash makes his appearance. Three goddesses, all mechanical units, integrate their functions. This is the final blow."

Thinking of the "big garbage" that he could not resist in countless cycles, even the disgusting smile disappeared from his face. Belfort, who was so serious that he could not be more serious, said in a cold voice, and his order was naturally carried out without any hindrance.

"Well, seeing how the battle is unfolding, it's time for that big guy to make his appearance. If it weren't for him, maybe Eyalon could have survived the disaster."

An indescribable throbbing occurred in the mechanical circuit, and the creaking mind prompted Mono to look up at the sky that was always shrouded in dark clouds. Then, Sera also saw the familiar scene.

The sky... was torn apart without any surprise, and a giant celestial sphere-shaped creation like a miniature model of a celestial body fell from the sky, carrying thunder wrapped around the fortress, and mercilessly shot out a spiral light that was absolutely efficient in terms of massacre towards the bottom.

……

All functions are integrated, and the remaining machines are confirmed to be shut down, and the absolute annihilation order is executed.

Facing the black and white annihilation light head-on, the "Goddess of Slaughter, Tisiphone", which has gathered all its current functions and Belfort's hard work, drew out its final blade of slaughter.

With a loud crash, the spiritual realm fell silent, and scarlet and black and white each marked the end of this cycle.

162. Failure is the mother of success

The world fell into a state of stillness, just like a moment of daze. When you remember nothing, time has slipped away from your hands.

When the images before their eyes began to flow again, what Sera and Mono saw was still the old Eyalon, the mechanical city that had not suffered any damage at all.

The arrival of creation is like a dream, which turns into nothingness when waking up. Only the clear or hazy impressions in the mind tell the awakened person that something wonderful happened last night.

"It's amazing. Is Belfort constantly going through cycles here?"

Gazing at the familiar scenes around him, the quiet streets of Eyalon were deserted, but brightly lit. Every flashing room was like a searchlight, turning the night of the mechanical city into day. However, it also strangely left behind the solemn atmosphere left by the iron law.