Collapse, women's clothing strategy Qiyana, then

While doing this, he casually asked, "So here's the question: assuming she's in contact with that person, have you noticed any signs of it?"

"..."

Kiana stared silently at the bottle, watching the bubbles rise one by one, only to burst and explode on the surface.

"So you should think like this: to achieve your goal, you need strength. If A-level isn't enough, then become S-level. If that's still not enough, then keep getting stronger."

"If strength is insufficient, then increase knowledge; if knowledge is insufficient, then increase experience..."

"It's impossible that he wouldn't show his face even though his daughter has become the focus of world attention, right?"

Kiana seemed to have figured something out, and her expression changed completely.

He then got up and dashed into the bathroom.

At this moment, Bai Yan was completely submerged in the bubble, with only his head sticking out as he stretched his neck to drink the cola.

Kiana stared intently at Bai Yan.

Bai Yan reached out and splashed water high into her face, only then did she obediently squat down in front of the bathtub, facing Bai Yan.

"Xiao Yan, does your brother look like you?"

"picture."

"Hey, I heard he's quite famous at headquarters."

Bai Yan's lips twitched, but in Kiana's eyes, it was a Mona Lisa-like smile.

That's quite famous.

High Honkai energy adaptability, normal behavior, and good looks—even Otto only possesses two of these qualities.

Bai Yan also frequently appeared in their sight, participating in logistical preparation and follow-up work for every major mission.

The Valkyries' biggest regret wasn't that Bai Yan lacked combat power, but that he had already been labeled by Rita.

How many people would actually dare to treat Rita as a maid?

"I had only heard about it before, and I only recently learned from Teacher Himeko that he is your brother. But when I think about how much that guy looks like Xiaoyan, I understand."

"Why are you mentioning this all of a sudden?"

"Actually, it was mentioned by someone else when I asked about the strongest destiny."

She still couldn't forget her original ideal: to become the strongest Valkyrie in Destiny.

"Xiao Yan, how much do you know about that Yulandel?"

I know that all too well.

"Know a thing or two."

Is she really as strong as the rumors suggest?

"...That's because people don't understand her."

"I see." Kiana was relieved.

"If you understood it, you wouldn't spread it so conservatively."

"what?"

"Don't aim too high. If you really want to beat her, why not set a small goal first, like beating the class monitor in one game?"

It's limited to just touching on the surface.

If the squad leader doesn't unleash his ultimate move, we'll all still be good brothers in the fishpond (a metaphor for a group of close friends).

"Oh……"

Kiana showed no sign of disappointment; instead, her face was full of defiance.

Bai Yan chuckled inwardly, thinking that he would learn to behave himself after being defeated a few times.

"Alright, I've soaked it long enough. You can go out now."

"We're all girls, Xiaoyan, you're too shy."

"Go! Go! Go."

Crash.

The splashing water chased the girl away repeatedly until she left the bathroom, no longer daring to cross the line.

"She's definitely shy... Hmm! Mei?!"

Volume 1: Chapter 29: Theresa Suffers a Tragic Attack

Raiden Mei looked into the bathroom.

By this time, Bai Yan had quickly dried himself off, changed into his pajamas, and walked out while drying his hair.

"Mei-kun?"

"It's nothing. I just came out to look for Kiana since she wasn't in her room. I've found her now."

Raiden Mei left with Kiana.

Bai Yan carried half a bottle of soda back to his room.

After drying his hair, he listened by the door for a while to make sure no one was outside before taking out the mosquito coil.

Hyperdimensional space.

Jingliu leaned against the boulder and gazed at the full moon for a while before looking down at Baiyan as he approached.

"how?"

"I tried it today and the effect was okay, but I always felt a slight obstruction. Otherwise, the 'One Sword Startles the Glory' technique could block the opponent's vision for even longer."

Jingliu nodded and said, "It's normal for this to happen since you just grasped it."

After saying that, she squatted down and gently stroked the surface of the water.

The light and shadow swayed on Jingliu's face, reflecting the swordsman's aloof and exquisite features.

"Is there a need for combat recently?"

"Indeed, our headquarters wanted to assess the strength of each branch, so we specially prepared a tour competition, which involved sending the Valkyries from headquarters to each branch to play instructional matches."

"It sounds a bit like child's play."

Bai Yan smiled and squatted down next to Jing Liu, looking at his toes reflected in the water.

"It might actually be related to my mission objective; that girl is the core of His Holiness the Bishop's plan."

"Oh?"

"He wanted to wait until the girl was fully grown before using her power."

Jingliu raised his head.

"What role do you play in here?"

“I was just one of his men, and my goal was to get close to that girl.”

"Don't hide it."

"Okay, I'm just guessing that I might be one of the candidates for the sacrifice, exchanging profound regret for a complete transformation."

"That's why you crave power. It seems we're running out of time."

Jingliu stood up, a faint glint of bloodlust in his eyes.

Upon hearing the word "sacrifice," she felt an urge to storm the headquarters of Destiny.

This hyperdimensional space can only suppress the demonic body, not her murderous intent.

"Don't worry for now. I'm not at the top of the rankings for sacrifices. It's just that the deeper the bond, the more likely I am to be chosen."

Jingliu felt slightly relieved.

Then he casually conjured up an ice sword, which was unsharpened and a bit short.

He poked Bai Yan with his hand.

"Don't always think about taking shortcuts. Even if you deliberately arouse my worries, I will not use those risky methods."

Bai Yan chuckled awkwardly to cover up his embarrassment.

"Come on, let's try the Goddess of the Luo River Transformation again today."

"Again?"

The mirror revealed a mysterious smile: "Your perception seems to be somewhat limited, but in my eyes, it has undergone a certain change."

Bai Yan took the Frostbrick Sword and his expression became serious.

Jingliu put one hand behind his back: "Come on."

Bai Yan nodded, took out another earring from his pocket, and skillfully put it on.

Seeing the other person's actions, Jingliu nodded in approval.

Not bad, this young apprentice is very perceptive.

With the successful wearing of the earrings, a strange power surged up, making one feel relaxed all over, as if one could rise with the wind at any moment.

Bai Yan drew his sword and thrust it fiercely at Jing Liu.

Jingliu still extended two fingers, silently meeting the icy sword. The exchange was completed in an instant, and she could launch a counterattack at any time if she wanted to.

But she stopped, firmly clamping the long, blunt, icy sword between her fingers.

"really……"

"What's wrong?" Bai Yan sheathed his sword, his left hand forming a hand seal as he habitually brushed back his slightly disheveled hair.

"Sixty percent."

"..."

"You don't seem very happy. Are you dissatisfied with this level of growth?"

Jingliu was puzzled.

In her view, it was something to be proud of to increase the power by 10% in such a short period of time.

This ability, combined with Bai Yan's actual strength improvement, is nothing short of a divine skill.

"Master, have you forgotten that I'm a man?"

"No, but I think it's an acceptable price to pay. Besides, your appearance as a woman is so pitiful that I wonder if you were just born into the wrong family as a man?"

Jingliu's face was expressionless, but his eyes revealed an undisguised mirth.

Bai Yan pouted: "Even Master is like this..."

But soon, a slender, fair hand was placed on her head.

"So, when you're willing to revert to your male form, there will be absolutely no more conflict over there, right?"

"Um……"

The transformation of the Goddess of the Luo River requires complete "dressing," consisting of six elements: earrings, shoes, socks, clothes, skirt, and makeup, none of which can be omitted.

They must all be women's styles; generic styles won't do.

This was something Bai Yan discovered by secretly going to a short-stay hotel to try it out after that initial discovery.

Becoming stronger is ultimately a good thing, but the mix of motivation and awkwardness brought about by this expectation made Bai Yan extremely conflicted.

The thought that all these efforts would ultimately have to be accomplished at the cost of cross-dressing filled him with endless doubt about Honkai energy.

Are you really omnipotent?

In St. Freya, Theresa was even more conflicted than Bai Yan.

During this time, she even developed dark circles under her eyes.

Those who don't know her might think the headmistress is working herself to the bone, but those who do know her understand that it's because she suspects there's a crisis with her allowance.

She already harbored a grudge against Durandal, and these past few days she's practically been using voodoo dolls on her.

Bai Yan and Ji Zi stood in a corner of the office, silently watching Theresa, each with their own thoughts.