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

But when he thought about how he had been easily killed by his opponent even while wielding the Heavenly Fire, Siegfried quickly calmed down again.

"That guy didn't do anything too outrageous to you, did he!?"

Suppressing his anger, Siegfried asked in a deep voice.

"Well……"

Remembering the silver goose and the Kaslana clan crest that had been left on her face, Durandal blushed slightly and hurriedly shook her head, saying, "N-nothing, he's been pretty good to me."

She would be too embarrassed to talk about things like being marked after losing a battle.

"..."

He saw through the girl's lie in an instant, and Siegfried felt even more pain in his heart.

He'd already learned to cover for that guy; he simply couldn't imagine what that masked man had actually done!

And most importantly, he didn't see much hatred on the girl's face.

The pain was so intense that he could hardly breathe, and Siegfried took several deep breaths to barely keep from collapsing.

Siegfried clenched his fists and looked at the blonde girl in front of him, who was completely different from the one in his memory. He said, "I left you alone in Schicksal for so many years, so I have no right to interfere in your life."

Therefore, I have only one request of you… no, only one request.

Siegfried paused slightly, patted Durandal on the shoulder, and then spoke again: "Never do anything against your conscience."

As long as it's a conclusion you've reached after careful consideration, no matter what choice you make, and regardless of what others think, I will always support you and always love you.

Even if that masked guy is indeed utterly wicked, since Durandal has already made her choice, he should support and understand her.

Having grown into the strongest Valkyrie of Destiny, Durandal is no longer a child.

Moreover, after so many years apart, and even giving the name [Kiana] to someone else, what right does he have to criticize the girl's life?

Upon hearing the man's words, Durandal's face showed obvious surprise, which quickly turned into joy.

"I will definitely not let you down, Mr. Siegfried!"

She spoke forcefully, her expression unwavering.

She was initially uneasy about leaving Destiny and coming to World Serpent, fearing that Siegfried would reprimand her for it.

But now, with the support and affirmation from her father, Siegfried, Durandal's doubts vanished instantly.

No matter what form of power she uses, or who she has to submit to, she will use her own methods to drive away the Honkai and protect this world.

"..."

Seeing the joy on the girl's face, Siegfried trembled again.

He simply expressed his support, and Durandal showed such a happy expression. She must have suffered a lot of criticism before.

Filled with pity, Siegfried stepped forward and gently embraced the girl, saying, "You've suffered, child."

I'm sorry I haven't been able to be by your side all these years.

If he hadn't separated from the other person back then, he definitely wouldn't have given that masked guy a chance to take advantage!

Thinking of the many evil deeds committed by Walter White, and what he might have done to Durandal, Siegfried felt a surge of anger as deep as his affection for the girl.

No matter how much he believed in and understood Durandal, he could not forgive [Walter White], that bastard who had made a mess of anti-entropy and the world.

He will never approve of this kind of person!

On the other side, feeling the warmth emanating from the man, as well as the overly strong smell of alcohol and sweat, Yulandel frowned slightly in discomfort.

Even so, she did not choose to push Siegfried away. Instead, she hugged him in the way she remembered from a long time ago and said, "Mr. Siegfried, no matter how long you are gone, you will always be my... Dad."

The long-awaited address warmed their hearts, as if the barriers caused by years of separation had vanished all at once.

Despite the dramatic changes in their respective strengths and statuses, the unique atmosphere of family ties made them seem to return to those hazy yet warm years, and a faint, flame-like warmth filled the air.

…………

When Durandal left the cell, which was decorated almost exactly like the living quarters of an older single young person staying at home, the girl's expression was more radiant than ever before, as if someone who had been trapped for a long time had suddenly had a good dream.

"Where's Bai? Where did he go?"

Seeing that only a black-haired girl was left in the passageway, munching on potato chips, Durandal couldn't help but ask curiously.

"That guy said he's waiting for you on the ground."

As he explained, Chi You handed the potato chips to the Valkyrie, "Would you like some? They're delicious."

Finally, as if afraid the girl wouldn't believe him, Chi You quickly added, "That human inside also eats this often."

Even with Ji Lin's memories, she still prefers to think in the way of Honkai Beasts.

In her mind, Durandal was a more powerful being than herself, so she was willing to share food with her as a gesture of goodwill.

That way, the other party probably won't hit her.

Well, the truth about the power structure of the Chi You World Serpent was not revealed. The only way for the behind-the-scenes boss to train this humanoid Honkai Beast was by fighting.

As for the extent of the psychological trauma Chi You suffered during this process, the jackal should be the most qualified to speak on the matter.

After all, the other party's research funding was cut by 10% to cover the food expenses of a certain humanoid Honkai Beast.

So-called discipline involves both harsh punishment and sweet rewards; mere admonition is far from sufficient.

"..."

Looking at Chi You, who was staring at her with a pitiful expression, Youlandail sighed helplessly, shook her head, and said, "No need, you can eat it yourself."

If she hadn't known that this seemingly harmless girl was actually a Honkai Beast, and a Judgment-class behemoth capable of easily destroying a country, she would have almost suspected that [Walter White] was abusing a minor girl.

"And you should try to eat less of these things, as they don't have much nutritional value."

Yulandel kindly advised.

Although I'm not entirely sure how to raise Honkai Beasts, back when she was still in Schicksal, Rita would never allow her to eat them.

Always striving for perfection, Rita strictly controls the ratio of every nutrient in her food, and things like potato chips, which have an overly extreme nutritional profile, are naturally out of her consideration.

Even if she occasionally craves it, the maid will replicate it in her own way, adding various nutritious ingredients as a supplement.

"The human inside also really likes to eat it."

Chi You attempted to defend himself.

"Then don't let him eat it."

After thinking for a moment, Durandal felt she should pay more attention to Siegfried, "Also, he shouldn't be allowed to drink alcohol."

Even though Siegfried was trying to cover it up, she still noticed that there were quite a few bottles of liquor in the room.

Even if you no longer need to participate in combat, you still need to maintain a certain level of self-discipline as a soldier.

In this matter, she will help and urge Siegfried on as his daughter.

"Well……"

Chi You hesitated for a moment, then quickly nodded and made his choice, "I understand."

Although the promise with the human inside was also important, Durandal was stronger than her.

So, there's nothing we can do about it.

"please."

Upon hearing this, Durandal's face immediately broke into a smile.

Unaware of the extent of the impact her actions would have on Siegfried, the girl left with considerable satisfaction.

On the other side, after patiently waiting for Durandal to leave, Chi You re-entered the cell where Siegfried was being held.

"Miss Chi You?"

Upon seeing the black-haired girl appear, Siegfried's face showed surprise, and he immediately threw away the comic book in his hand. "Where's the wine? Where's the wine? You should have brought some, right?"

As he pressed her for answers, Siegfried's gaze swept over the girl, as if trying to find out where she had hidden the bottle.

"Hmph! Of course!"

I always keep my promises.

Speaking with pride, Chi You immediately produced five wine bottles as if by magic.

In her human form, she can directly communicate with her internal space to store and retrieve items.

"Haha! Miss Chi You is indeed straightforward!"

"Give them to me quickly, I can already smell their fragrance!"

He burst into laughter and reached for the bottle.

Normally, although the supplies provided to them here are plentiful, the quantity of good wine is always limited, and there is also Walter watching them covetously.

But now, he can enjoy everything all by himself.

Add to that the spoils of these fine wines, and Siegfried felt he was getting incredibly high.

But the next second, just as Siegfried took the wine bottle, Chi You suddenly opened his mouth wide and bit off all five bottles in one go.

"..."

Looking at the bottle in his hand, now reduced to just the cork, with a few drops of liquid still dripping from the broken end, making the aroma of alcohol in the air even stronger, Siegfried's gaze froze, as if he were a puppet.

who I am? where am I? What should I do?

A series of questions flashed through Siegfried's mind, and soon only the image of the girl opening her blood-red maw to devour everything remained.

"That blond human said you can't drink anymore."

As he chewed the wine bottle in his mouth, making a shattering sound, Chi You explained, his eyes gleaming with unparalleled wisdom.

Having fulfilled her promise to Siegfried and without disobeying Durandal's orders, she felt like a genius.

only……

"This wine tastes awful, much worse than potato chips. How can you humans like to eat this kind of thing?"

With difficulty, Chi You swallowed the wine bottle from his mouth and asked, looking puzzled.

Completely ignoring what Chi You had said, Siegfried simply smelled the fading aroma of wine in the air and could no longer hold back, collapsing to his knees and letting out a series of wails from his throat.

He finally won that wine...

Is this the plan you used to torture me, Walter White?!

In an instant, Siegfried's resentment towards someone escalated to a new level.

Chapter Sixty-Four: The Continuing Onslaught of the Silly Goose and the World Where Only Walter is Wounded

When Durandal returned to the ground, she saw a solitary figure standing on the ruins of the sand dunes.

The World Serpent's base is located hundreds of meters underground, while the surface is an abandoned city.

The once towering buildings have been reduced to ruins, and the streets have long been indistinguishable due to wind and sand erosion. All that remains here is desolation.

When the traces of civilization fade away, the forces of nature will once again take over the earth, just as they have remained unchanged for millions of years.

"You've finally arrived, Durandal."

Sensing the girl's approach, Shihen spoke without turning his head, gazing at the sky and leaving her with only a solitary and aloof silhouette.

A simple trick for showing off.

"Um……"

Looking at the man's back, which was not particularly broad and could even be described as slender under the moonlight, Durandal's gaze became somewhat complicated.

Even she had to admit that Walter White was not the kind of good person that the public perceived him to be.

The other party has always acted without any scruples, completely disregarding how many people will be injured in the process, and how many people will hate him to the core.

This guy seems to have only one terrifying plan in his mind, the full scope of which no one can understand.

Besides, any praise or slander is meaningless and cannot stop a man's steps in the slightest.

but……

"Thank you, Bai."

She spoke softly, her expression incredibly serious.