As a symbiotic being, I raise children amidst the chaos.

"Huff...huff..." After breaking free from the symbiotic relationship, Theresa took a few steps back and collapsed to the ground, gasping for air. "I can't take it anymore, I'm exhausted, I can't go on."

"Is it really necessary?" Chen Yuan smiled slightly upon seeing this and reached out a tentacle to help Theresa up. "But it's still been hard work. After all, no matter how strong I am, I can only perform based on your physical strength."

“That’s right, don’t you know who I am!” Theresa gasped for breath, a tired smile on her face. “But… I really didn’t realize… you were just too strong.”

"No, I just gave it a little push," Chen Yuan chuckled, gently helping Theresa up so she could lean against a large rock to rest. "Let her rest for a while; I reckon Otto has already sent someone over."

"Hmm... I understand." Theresa took a few breaths, slowly regaining some strength, and looked up at Chen Yuan, her eyes still filled with infatuation. "To be honest, I think you're becoming more and more like one of those angels in fairy tales who save princesses."

"Don't say that. Have you ever seen an angel with a bunch of tentacles?" He jumped onto Theresa's shoulder and reached out to touch her little face. "But, she really is a princess."

"You're so good at saying nice things." Theresa couldn't help but laugh when she heard this, a blush rising on her cheeks. "Yeah, if all angels looked like you, they'd probably be considered monsters."

At this point, Theresa stood up and looked around. The valley was a mess after the battle; trees were uprooted, the ground was riddled with craters of all sizes, and the sky in the distance was gradually turning a pale white, a new day was about to begin.

Theresa sighed softly, looking around at the devastated valley, a heavy feeling settling in her heart. "I hope the wounds here can heal quickly..."

Just then, the sound of helicopter rotors came from afar. Theresa looked up and saw several Destiny armed helicopters slowly approaching.

"Hmm, looks like reinforcements have arrived." Chen Yuan shrugged and continued, "I bet Otto is inside. He's probably frantic right now."

Several helicopters landed on an open area not far away. The doors opened, and as Chen Yuan had expected, Otto's figure appeared at the door of one of the helicopters.

After Otto stepped out of the helicopter, he looked around. When he saw Theresa standing there unharmed, a relieved smile spread across his previously tense face.

"Grandpa...Grandpa..." Seeing Otto come out, Theresa shrank back, after all, she had disobeyed his orders for this operation. She stood there blankly, like a child who had made a mistake.

Otto stepped forward, his expression complex. Looking at Theresa's aggrieved look, he remained silent for a while before finally letting out a soft sigh.

“Theresa…” Otto’s voice carried a hint of helplessness, “Do you know how dangerous this was? It successfully disrupted all my plans.”

"If, because of you, 'Parvati' escapes Schicksal's control, and a King-class Honkai Beast ends up in an outside city, I don't need to elaborate on the severe consequences."

Theresa lowered her head, not daring to refute Otto's words. She knew perfectly well that his words were not unfounded; the disaster caused by an Emperor-class Honkai Beast was terrifying. But even so, she still couldn't accept such a cold-blooded approach.

“I understand, Grandpa…” Theresa’s voice trembled slightly, “but I can’t just stand by and watch them sacrifice themselves. Someone has to do something. At least… at least let me do something.”

Hearing this, Otto's expression softened, and he gently patted Theresa's shoulder. "Theresa, I know all your thoughts. But the Honkai is not one person's responsibility. Schicksal has its own arrangements. What we need is a holistic consideration."

“But…” Theresa raised her head and looked directly at Otto, “Grandpa, if we can’t even protect our own companions, then what is the point of us as Valkyries?”

Otto paused, stunned by Theresa's determined expression. In that dungeon, Kallen Kaslana's face overlapped with Theresa's—both were equally gentle, equally stubborn…both equally unsettling.

After a moment of silence, she finally nodded. "Alright, Theresa, we'll let it go this time. But if something like this happens again, you must follow instructions and not act on your own."

"Yes, Grandpa!" Hearing that Otto didn't intend to pursue the matter, Theresa breathed a sigh of relief, a smile returning to her face, and nodded emphatically. "Grandpa is truly the best to me!"

“Of course, you’re my precious granddaughter.” Otto nodded approvingly and patted Theresa’s little head. “Alright, let’s go back to Destiny with Grandpa. Now, let’s leave the cleanup to the reserve Valkyries.”

“Your rank also needs to be rearranged. Fighting an Emperor-class Honkai Beast alone…” As he said this, Otto glanced at the corpse of “Parvati” and narrowed his eyes when he observed its complete and smooth cut.

“Interesting. It seems your strength has exceeded my expectations.” Otto pondered for a moment before continuing, “Theresa, once we return to Schicksal, I will reassess your level.”

Theresa looked up at Otto in surprise upon hearing this. "Grandpa, really?"

“Of course it’s true.” Otto smiled and nodded. “Has Grandpa ever lied to you? Of course, before you can be promoted, you have to go through a series of assessments. But don’t worry, it’s just an evaluation of your strength, it’s very simple.”

"Alright, Theresa. I believe you can do it. Now, go back and rest. I'll take care of the rest."

“Okay, I understand.” Theresa followed behind Otto, looked up at the sky, and felt a new day begin, her mood gradually relaxing.

The helicopter slowly ascended and left the devastated valley. Chen Yuan looked at Otto, who had his eyes closed, and frowned slightly. He felt that there was something more to Otto's words than met the eye.

He felt a vague unease, but couldn't quite put his finger on why. He gently patted Theresa's shoulder, signaling her to rest.

"Theresa, take a rest for a while. Leave the rest to Otto," Chen Yuan said softly. "Anyway, what happens next is beyond our control."

Theresa nodded, leaned back wearily in her seat, and closed her eyes. The helicopter flew smoothly through the air, gradually moving away from the ravaged battlefield.

Before long, they returned to the headquarters of Destiny. Otto went to deal with the aftermath of "Parvati", while Theresa went back to her room and immediately collapsed onto her bed.

"Ugh, I'm so tired. I feel like I have no energy left in my body." Theresa lay slumped on the bed, as if all her strength had been drained away.

"You're all filthy. Don't just lie down on the bed as soon as you get home. Go take a shower first!" Chen Yuan jumped off her shoulder and landed on the pillow next to her. Looking at Theresa's tired appearance, he couldn't help but roll his eyes.

"Take a shower? I'm too tired to shower right now, how about tomorrow..." Theresa muttered softly, but a cold aura suddenly came from behind her. Theresa jumped up from the bed and looked at Chen Yuan with a grin.

"They were just joking, I'm going to take a shower, I'm going to take a shower!" After saying that, Theresa took out her pajamas from her closet and immediately went into the bathroom.

[Congratulations, host, on completing Theresa's personal instance. Although there are more to come, I'm sorry, this instance can only end here~]

Just as Theresa disappeared into the bathroom, the system's voice rang in Chen Yuan's mind. "The end? Wasn't the story after Theresa supposed to be about the second Honkai? How did it end like this?"

"Well, while that's how things are, this instance only allows you, the host, to intervene in Theresa's growth."

As for the second major collapse, too many people are involved. If you want a more perfect ending, I recommend you end the instance here.

Of course, if you wish to continue the simulation, that's fine too. I don't object to any of your ideas; the important thing is how you plan to proceed...

"So, in plain language, the simulated instance isn't enough, right..." Chen Yuan complained about the system, then continued, "A more perfect ending... Fine, I'll do as you say, let's end the instance here."

[Understood. As usual, you have five minutes to remain in the instance. The mission rewards will be sent after you return to reality.]

'Five minutes...' Chen Yuan sighed. Theresa was taking a shower, and it didn't look like she would be out in five minutes. Usually, it would take her more than an hour.

"Five minutes should be enough time for me to write a letter..." Chen Yuan thought, then the image of Theresa's usual bright smile and her indomitable spirit flashed through his mind.

It extended a tentacle, hooked a pen on the desk, pondered for a moment, and then began to write.

Theresa, from now on, you'll be walking your own path. If I hadn't known you when we first met, I definitely wouldn't have trusted you, but today I've seen a different side of you.

Without realizing it, you've really become much stronger... You've grown a lot since the first time I met you.

[You are no longer just a child, but a true Valkyrie capable of standing on your own. Whether it was towards Kari or the other Valkyries, even when facing a King-class Honkai Beast for the first time, you never gave up. You are truly amazing.]

The road ahead is long, and I believe you will grow stronger and more mature. I hope you can maintain this mindset. Never forget your original aspirations, and you will achieve your goals. Theresa, I look forward to your future growth, and to seeing you protect this world...

We will meet again in the near future—our karmic ties remain.

Having written this far, Chen Yuan put down his pen, looked at Theresa who was still taking a shower in the bathroom, closed his eyes, and murmured, "End simulation..."