Starting from the Collapse World, I became the behind-the-scenes boss

Honestly, if you want him to cheat, just say so. Why go through all this roundabout ways?

He's not exactly a man of steel.

If he could use cheat codes at will, he wouldn't even bat an eye if he were asked to jump off the Hyperion.

This damn system is doomed!

Ignoring the subtitles, Shihen led Kiana and Mei leisurely through the warship's passageway.

Chapter 198 Farewell, Then Growth

On November 30, 2014, five days had passed since the Chiyou incident ended.

It was a drizzly morning, perfect for farewells.

Standing before a row of newly erected white stone monuments, Theresa, dressed in a black nun's habit with a headscarf, held a scripture and said, "Today, we gather here to mourn some people who deserve to be remembered."

Anne, Diana... they made a promise to fight for the world and steadfastly carried it out.

Here, we pay tribute to the heroes!

As soon as the nun finished speaking, the honor guard fired shots into the air. St. Freya students, including Shihen and Kiana, as well as some of the official Valkyries from the Far East branch, all stood with their heads bowed in silence. Some of the Valkyries who had a deep affection for the victims even began to sob quietly.

In the battle against Chi You five days ago, in addition to the internal battlefield of Shihen and others, a group of floating warships, including the Hyperion, intercepted and destroyed 10,000 Honkai Beasts.

Despite the fire support provided by the airships, the Far East Branch still suffered considerable casualties when faced with such a large number of Honkai Beasts.

After all, Honkai Beasts are never punching bags that can be beaten without fighting back.

Fighting against the Honkai has always been a high-risk profession for Valkyries, one that is accompanied by death and sacrifice.

“Senior An… I even had a sparring match with her during the last shooting class.”

Looking at a tombstone with the word "ANN" printed on it, the usually energetic white fluffy ball completely wilted.

Since arriving in St. Freya, this was the first time the girl had come so close to death, especially since it had happened to someone she knew.

Did you win or lose?

Shihen asked softly.

"Hmph! Of course I..." Kiana wiped her nose, suddenly perking up, but then quickly deflated, "I lost."

Even though she had been practicing Kaslana Gunfighting since childhood, there was never a shortage of geniuses in St. Freya.

"If nothing unexpected happens, An will be able to obtain the A-rank Valkyrie title this year."

Himeko, whose face was still somewhat pale, spoke up to explain.

The fact that she was able to obtain the title of A-rank Valkyrie during her student days is enough to prove what kind of talent this girl named An possesses.

Even such a genius perished in this battle.

The profession of Valkyrie has always been associated with death.

"A-rank Valkyrie?"

Mei let out a small sound of surprise.

With only half a month left until this year's Valkyrie exam, it wouldn't be unreasonable to consider An as an A-rank Valkyrie.

The list of casualties this time did not include any A-rank Valkyries, so it can be said that An was the highest-ranking casualty.

"I heard from people who were there at the time that the Honkai Beasts broke through the artillery fire and entered the warship, and An sacrificed herself to protect the five D-rank Valkyries."

Himeko added.

"Then she must have walked towards her own end with pride."

Shihen said with a smile.

"Yes, everyone lying here is a child we can be proud of."

As her gaze swept over the rows of white tombstones, a bitter smile appeared on Himeko's lips.

St. Freya was founded with the intention of protecting children who were going to become or had already become Valkyries, and teaching them to cherish their own lives.

But as a teacher, she personally sent one child after another to the battlefield, yet she couldn't bring them all back with her.

All she could do was attend each funeral and say her final goodbyes to them.

So even though she should have stayed in her hospital room and rested properly, as advised by the doctor, Himeko still chose to appear here.

"But An-senpai and I clearly agreed to have another competition next time we're in class..."

Hearing their words, Kiana couldn't help but shed two tears.

Although she understood that there would inevitably be sacrifices on humanity's path to fighting the Honkai, she still couldn't easily accept it all.

She couldn't accept that the girl who had once laughed and outshone everyone in her marksmanship class, and who had even jokingly asked her for her teenage contact information, had simply vanished from her life forever.

The other person was so young, with countless possibilities for the future, but now... those things can never be realized.

"Kiana..."

Looking at the white fur ball with its moist cheeks, Seele couldn't help but call out softly.

"Cry, it'll make you feel better."

Shihen patted Kiana on the shoulder and comforted her softly.

Even though he had been fighting against the Honkai for many years and had witnessed a lot of death, this was probably the first time the white-haired dumpling had witnessed the death of his comrade.

Only by truly feeling the weight of life can Kiana go further.

This is something every Valkyrie must go through.

"This isn't the first time Hen has done this, is it? Something like this."

Noticing that the boy remained calm throughout, Mei felt a pang of pain in her heart.

They have already encountered death and sacrifice after only carrying out a few missions. What about those who came into contact with the Time Marks of Honkai earlier?

“Hmm.” Shihen simply nodded in response to the girl’s question. “George, Dave, Roy… I remember each of their names.”

Carrying their wishes, I will continue forward until the Honkai is completely banished from our world. That is what I must do.

His memory has always been excellent.

"Are you carrying the wishes of your friends...?"

Upon hearing the boy's words, Fu Hua's expression momentarily became dazed.

Over the long years, she must have done similar things.

But... she no longer has any friends in her memory.

She couldn't even remember the reason why she had to protect China.

"I will never let you bear the burden of my wishes."

Holding the boy's hand, Mei looked directly into his dark eyes and spoke in an extremely serious tone.

“I will not let that happen.”

Shihen returned the girl's gentle smile.

The life of the boy [Shihen] will definitely be sacrificed before Kiana, Mei, and the others.

And then... that's the special skill of the leader of the Anti-Entropy Alliance.

If you don't die once or twice, how can you be the leader of the Anti-Entropy Alliance?

"Aunt Himeko, please teach me a way to become stronger quickly!"

Wiping the tears from her eyes, Kiana rallied herself and looked at Himeko.

If she had been stronger back then, possessing the power to instantly defeat Chi You like her witch sister, she could have protected everyone.

"How many times have I told you, don't call me 'Auntie'!" Himeko said habitually, a smile appearing on her face. "However, if it's just about becoming stronger, I do know quite a few methods, it just depends on whether you can stick to them."

St. Freya has always provided its students with a range of flexibility in its training plans.

If you add more and more layers to this plan... as long as you can persevere, you will definitely become stronger.

"Then bring it on!"

A smile appeared on Kiana's lips, and she regained her energy.

Just as the boy said, she now has to carry on An-senpai's wishes and keep moving forward!

Thinking this, Kiana saw the boy's hand being held by Mei, and her expression froze instantly.

She suddenly realized that lingering for a little while wouldn't be a bad idea.

Chapter 199 The Destiny of the Walter-class Meeting

"I am back."

As she pushed open Himeko's dorm room door and called out, Mei's gaze swept over the shoe rack beside her, and a hint of disappointment flashed in her eyes.

"Mei."

Upon seeing the girl with long, straight black hair walk in from the entrance, Seele greeted her sweetly with a smile.

"Seele, Miss Azure Book." Mei smiled and nodded gently, glancing at the dolls playing games on the mat. Her gaze then turned towards the kitchen. "Is Bronya making dinner now?"

Time's Mark didn't return, Kiana doesn't have that ability, and judging from the scent wafting in the air, it can only be Bronya.

"Yes, Bronya said we'll have beet soup tonight."

While controlling her character to defend against the attacks of the Azure Book, Seele answered with a smile.

"Where's Kiana?"

Nodding, Mei's gaze swept across the hall, a hint of doubt on her face.

When Bronya cooks, Seele usually helps out. Shouldn't it be the white-haired dumpling playing games with the Book of Azure at this time?

Although Fu Hua's identity was no longer a secret among them.

However, at Fu Hua's request, Theresa kept her identity a secret, and the Book of Azure Mystery also became "a chatbot accidentally developed by the Equipment Department".

To move freely within St. Freya, the Book of Azure still needs a legitimate, publicly recognized identity.

As for whether everyone believes it or not... even Theresa was seeing an armed doll for the first time, so don't expect St. Freya's students to know much about the Book of Azure.

After being bothered by St. Freya's students many times, Cangxuan Zhishu gradually got used to staying in Himeko's dormitory with Shihen and the others.

After all, Fu Hua didn't want her to follow her around all day, and this was the only place where the Book of Azure Profound could relax a little and not have to pretend to be a chatbot all the time.

"Kiana is still training with Theresa, and she said she won't be coming back for dinner tonight."

"Focusing on my battle with Seele," the Book of Azure replied.

"That's it."

Mei said with relief.

She had only noticed that the boy's shoes were missing and hadn't paid attention to the white fur ball.

"Mei, do you want to come play with me?"

After the game ended, Seele raised the controller and asked.

"No, I'll just sit and rest for a bit."

Shaking her head, Mei leaned back on the sofa, letting her body, which was exhausted from training, completely relax.

However… as her gaze swept over the somewhat deserted hall and she listened to the occasional game sound effects, a sense of disappointment welled up in the girl's heart.

Himeko is recuperating in the hospital due to the Honkai energy she suffered in the Nine Netherworlds, Kiana is undergoing special training with Theresa, and Shihen has been busy helping the Equipment Department research and analyze the Xuanyuan Sword. The family seems to have suddenly become lonely.

Recalling her experiences in the Nine Netherworlds and Chi You's body, and thinking about Shihen and Kiana who had been busy during this time, Mei couldn't help but feel a strong sense of resentment.

Leaving aside Seele, who can summon all sorts of magical weapons, and Bronya, who has been recognized by the Xuanyuan Sword, Shihen has extraordinary talent in mecha and has also been recognized by a Xuanyuan Sword. Even Kiana... Mei couldn't help but shudder at the thought of the training plan that Himeko had devised for her.

Is it really possible for anyone to complete such a hellish training program?

Before Mei could even voice her doubts, the white-furred ball of fur proved her point with its power.

Although she's usually unreliable and often skips class to go out and play, once she gets fired up, Kiana is an undisputed genius.