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"A new Herrscher Core will be generated within you, while the Conqueror Gem will gradually disintegrate. With one less core, Kiana's situation will naturally improve."

"If it's just two cores, she might be able to handle them given her Honkai energy resistance."

(As for why she could withstand three or more cores later on as the Herrscher of the Flame, it seems that Kiana had resolved her inner conflict and acknowledged that she was Sirin, so she could withstand many cores like Sirin.)

Upon hearing Kevin's words, Mei also recalled the strange things about herself.

The lingering Herrscher of Thunder energy, the inexplicable dizziness she experienced several times after arriving in Changkong City, and Raven's rapid change in attitude after that battle... Is all of this because she still has the possibility of becoming a Herrscher again?

In that instant, many thoughts flashed through Mei's mind, but the only ones she didn't have were fear and hesitation.

"If Kiana can be saved as long as I become a Herrscher, then I have nothing to hesitate about!"

"However, if I lose consciousness and am controlled by the Herrscher personality, I hope you..."

Mei wants to save Kiana, but she doesn't want to destroy other people's lives at the cost. So before becoming a Herrscher again, Mei wants to ask Kevin for help.

If she gets controlled by the Honkai, I hope Kevin can kill her before she causes too much destruction!

Mei believed that the leader of the World Serpent had that power!

However, before Mei could finish speaking, Kevin interrupted her.

"Don't worry, that won't happen!"

Meiyi:? ? ?

Although Mei didn't know where Kevin got the confidence to say that, she couldn't help but believe him because of his resolute tone.

However, this also gave Mei some other thoughts.

This whole process doesn't seem to offer any use for Kevin and World Serpent, does it?

Since Kevin couldn't remove the Herrscher core from Kiana's body without causing any damage, and the plan didn't need him, and now he's not even a fuse for Mei after she's re-herrscherized, what kind of deal did Kevin make?

Does she expect Mei to submit to her based on just a few words?

Isn't this how you do business without any initial investment?

Mei's gaze toward Kevin gradually became strange.

Is Kevin trying to get something for nothing from her?

Kevin seemed to have seen through Mei's thoughts, and still spoke coldly.

"Don't look at me like that. Although it's only a few simple words, you would never know this method if I hadn't told you. Information is sometimes a commodity that can be exchanged."

Mei: ...

Kevin's words made perfect sense, and Mei was speechless.

"Moreover, what you should really care about is what happens after you become a Herrscher again, rather than these things."

Meiyi:? ? ?

After becoming a Herrscher again...?

Chapter 104 I'll let myself fall into darkness, so you can return to the light!

What happens after becoming a Herrscher?

Mei was completely bewildered. Wasn't she supposed to be immune to the Honkai's control after becoming a Herrscher this time?

If that's the case, what else could she possibly do after becoming a Herrscher?

Of course, I'll go back to the Hyperion and continue to cuddle with Kiana. What, do you think I'll beat her up?

But Kevin's next words caused Mei's expression to change drastically.

"This time, you can become a Herrscher again and save Kiana, but how many times can you save her?"

"You saved her this time, but she will risk her life again next time. She will undoubtedly continue to use the power of the Herrscher of the Void, time and time again, for those around her, for this world..."

Mei: ...

"As long as the Honkai continues to exist, as long as Herrschers continue to be born, she will always step forward and push herself to the brink of death... until she gives up her life."

“I have seen countless people like this. Even when faced with death and fear, they still firmly do what they believe is right and walk the path they believe in... In the end, none of them came back.”

Kevin's words were like a sharp knife, piercing straight into Mei's heart. Mei wanted to refute them, but she had no way to refute them.

Because Mei knew very well that Kevin was right!

Given Kiana's personality, it's simply impossible for her to stand idly by and do nothing about the Honkai.

At this moment, Bronya, who was outside the video, was the one who could best understand Mei's feelings.

"Indeed, if it were Kiana, she would definitely be the kind of person who would rush forward without regard for anything else, even if she were about to die!"

"This guy is a complete... idiot!"

However, it is precisely this personality that makes Kiana the Kiana Bronya knows!

"People who are not afraid of death and fear, and who only move forward firmly according to their own will?" Alicia tilted her head as well. "I feel like everyone around me is like that!"

Even Alicia herself is actually one of these "stubborn ones"!

In the previous civilization, Alicia faced her own death with equanimity and used her death to reunite the thirteen heroes who were on the verge of falling apart.

If this weren't the case, humanity would likely be destroyed by internal strife before the arrival of the Herrscher of the End.

Meanwhile, the comments section was buzzing with discussion.

Mei was so helpless. She wanted to argue with Kevin, but she couldn't say a word.

"After all, what Kevin said is true. This time the bug came back to life, and next time she will definitely jump into danger on her own initiative. As long as the Honkai exists, Kiana will never be truly safe."

"As expected of Kaslana's ancestor, Kevin really understands the bug perfectly. This is exactly what the bug would do!"

"Indeed, after all, the Kaslana family's belief is to protect the world from the Honkai! >︿<"

"Speaking of this, is the Kaslana family's belief something Siegfried made up, or does it really exist? If it does exist, is it something Kevin passed down?"

"I don't know if Kevin passed it down, but I feel that Kevin has drifted further and further away from this belief. (Watching the drama unfold.jpg)"

"But Kevin is still fighting against the Honkai, isn't he?"

"Protecting the world from the Honkai is the ultimate goal, right? But Kevin seems to have abandoned that goal. All he wants now is to defeat the Honkai, and he doesn't care about the sacrifices involved! Otherwise, why would he use the Stigmata Project?"

"Judging from the current plot, Kevin wasn't completely obsessed when the 'Inheritance' story took place about 1,500 years ago. He was still able to choose to be sealed away and then throw Su out. However, after being imprisoned in the Sea of ​​Quanta for 1,500 years, he seems to have completely gone mad!"

"I wouldn't say that. After all, besides the Stigmata Project, there's really no other choice, right? Even if Kevin takes action and defeats the first dozen or so Herrschers without taking any damage, what happens when the Herrscher of the End arrives? Won't they still be defeated?"

"Indeed, the Stigmata Project will involve many sacrifices, but at least there is a possibility of victory!"

"I hope that when you're among those who are sacrificed, you'll be able to say the same thing!"

"??? The real world hasn't collapsed!"

"Because there's no Honkai, you can talk like that without any pain, right?"

"I'm fucking pissed off!!!"

"..."

Regardless of how much the comments section is debating, it's become standard practice anyway, and no matter how much they argue, it won't affect the video's plot development.

In the video, Kevin continues to stab Mei with a knife, and each stab is a critical hit.

“You can’t stop her at all, otherwise you wouldn’t be here in the first place.”

Mei: ...

Yes, if she could have stopped Kiana, she could have taken Kiana back to the Hyperion from Sky City, and then none of this would have happened.

"However, you now have another option, which is what I call a deal."

"You can join the World Serpent!"

"Become a member of the Serpent, destroy the Honkai, capture the Herrschers, and seal their powers. This way you can stop Kiana from getting involved and stop her from constantly using the powers of the Herrscher of the Void."

"And in return, in the very end, when the Stigmata Project is completed, you and she will both return to humanity and to normal life."

"Only by leaving her side can you truly protect her from danger!"

Mei remained silent, and Kevin did not urge her to make a decision now.

"Whether you trust me or the World Serpent, I will give you time to make your own decision."

"But I must remind you, Kiana's ideals can save the world, but they can't save herself!"

After saying that, Kevin turned and left.

Shortly after Kevin left, a huge hole appeared above Changkong City, from which endless imaginary monsters poured out.

Mei also encountered Kiana on her way back to the Helios.

Unsurprisingly, Kiana chose to stop the disaster herself. Mei tried to follow and stop her, but how could she possibly catch up with Kiana, who was wielding the power of the Herrscher of the Void?

Watching Kiana's retreating figure, a tear rolled down Mei's cheek, which also solidified her resolve once again!

Kiana, I will definitely save you!

I will fall into darkness in exchange for you returning to the light!