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

Smiling, Mei took a few steps back and unconsciously touched the pair of long, red horns on her head that looked like those of a demon.

Whenever she activates her Herrscher power, these two demon horns grow uncontrollably, as if reminding the girl of the price she must pay for using this power.

From the First Herrscher onwards, the arrival of each Herrscher has brought profound harm to the world.

Whether it was the Herrscher's birthplace being completely overrun and turned into a no-man's-land, or the subsequent period of frequent Honkai events worldwide, these were the most direct consequences of the Herrscher's arrival.

Bearing such a power born from self-destruction, even if Mei uses it to save others, the tragedies that have already occurred cannot be undone.

This is a sin that every lawyer must bear and shoulder.

Thinking to herself, Mei didn't wait for the mother and daughter's reply. With a light tap of her toes, she leaped up and disappeared into the city buildings.

Even though she had previously eliminated most of the Honkai Beasts, some Honkai Beasts that had penetrated deeper into the city were still roaming and causing destruction.

This battle is far from over.

…………

When Mei eliminated all the Honkai Beasts within her detection range and returned to the temporary camp set up by the Far East Branch, the first to greet her were the Konkai Group.

"Mei is still so fast. Bronya and I only managed to eliminate a few dozen Honkai Beasts."

She said with admiration, a gentle smile as always on her face.

"This comparison is unfair."

Faced with the girl's praise, Mei simply shook her head slightly, "Besides, you've saved quite a few people, haven't you?"

Although becoming a Herrscher grants Mei power far surpassing that of others, she has not become arrogant or aloof as a result.

In the girl's eyes, whether it's a Herrscher or a human, as long as one can give their all in something, that's enough to have a clear conscience.

Bronya nodded, a slight smile appearing on her face, and said, "Himeko-sensei is looking for you."

"Himeko-sensei?"

Upon hearing this, Mei's face showed a hint of surprise. "Did she say what it was about?"

"It was a message from the headmaster."

Bronya added.

"I see."

With a slightly serious expression, Mei nodded and walked deeper into the camp.

Because this Honkai event was quite severe, with a large portion of the city destroyed by Honkai beasts, the Far East Branch decided to send Valkyrie units to remain there for a period of time to prevent a recurrence of the Honkai disaster.

When Mei arrived at the camp command post, she saw a red-haired woman bustling about, surrounded by a group of Valkyries.

Since taking the anti-Honkai potion discovered on the Moonlight Throne battleship and losing her power as a Valkyrie, Himeko officially left the front lines and took charge of overall planning and coordination in the rear.

Upon seeing Mei arrive, Himeko immediately handed over all her work to her adjutant and said with a smile, "Mei, you're finally back. How did things go?"

"The situation is not optimistic, but there are no longer any signs of Honkai Beast activity within the detection range."

Mei's expression hardened slightly as she replied, a hint of doubt in her eyes, "Bronya said the headmistress contacted us. Is it something important?"

"Well……"

When Mei asked her directly, Himeko looked a little embarrassed, but she quickly recovered and sighed softly, "Mei, come with me first."

It's best to keep the things we're about to discuss a secret from as few people as possible.

Thinking this, Himeko avoided the many Valkyries bustling about in the command hall and walked out through a small door on the side.

Mei nodded gently and followed, glancing at the red-haired Valkyrie beside her, whose face still appeared excessively pale. A deep worry welled up in her eyes: "Himeko-sensei, can your body handle such high-intensity work right now?"

After ten years as a Valkyrie, the power of Honkai had already permeated every cell of Himeko's body.

Having suddenly lost this power, the Valkyrie's body inevitably fell into a state of weakness.

Therefore, even though clerical work is less physically demanding than frontline combat, Mei still couldn't help but feel worried about it.

"Mei, you're underestimating me, aren't you?"

Even if I've lost my powers as a Valkyrie, I'm still a soldier; I'm not so weak as to be that frail.

Shaking her head, Himeko still looked carefree and relaxed. "Besides, the students are fighting hard, how can I, as their teacher, just lie around doing nothing?"

Or do you think I'm in your way right now?

As she spoke, Himeko lowered her body slightly, the immense sin swaying gently and bringing a heavy oppressive force.

"Himeko-sensei, that's not what I meant..."

Mei couldn't help but take a half step back, and her momentum instantly crumbled.

"Okay, don't worry, I'll take care of my health."

Even if it's just for you little ones, I'll try to live a few more years.

She waved her hand and said, a hint of melancholy showing on Himeko's face.

This was the boy's advice to Mei and the others, hoping they could live a few more years.

But didn't that bastard consider that Mei and the others might need him?!

Himeko couldn't help but clench her fists slightly. She found an empty meeting room, entered it, and dialed Theresa's number.

Shortly after, the communication was connected, and an image of a white-haired nun appeared on the conference room screen.

"The principal."

With a smile, Mei greeted them, a hint of surprise flashing in her eyes, "Dr. Einstein and Xiao Xuan are here too?"

Two unusual figures were suddenly added to the image displayed on the projection screen.

Upon seeing Mei, Theresa's expression was slightly complicated, but she quickly nodded and got straight to the point: "Yes, Mei, the thing is actually like this..."

"Let me explain."

Floating a few steps forward, Cangxuan Zhishu spoke directly, "In the recent Battle of Destiny, Mei, you should still remember that the blockhead is dead, right?"

"Yes, Fu Hua... no, although the class monitor did make some mistakes, as the saying goes, her merits outweigh her flaws. I will always remember her and respect her."

Mei nodded, a complex look flashing in her eyes.

Although Fu Hua is, in a sense, one of the culprits behind the current situation, she will still remember the other party's final sacrifice.

Even though Fu Hua's sacrifice did not yield any commendable results.

"Well……"

Upon hearing Mei's words, Cangxuan Zhishu's little face showed a hint of hesitation, but after a pause, she continued, "Actually, what I want to say is that perhaps a blockhead can be resurrected."

"Resurrection?"

Upon hearing this, Mei was instantly stunned.

She was saying she was grateful for Fu Hua's sacrifice just a second ago, and now you're telling me that guy might not be completely dead?!

"Leave the rest of the explanation to me."

Taking over the conversation, Einstein's expression remained as calm as ever. "Miss Mei, you must know that Ms. Fu Hua is an immortal who has existed in the Shenzhou region for thousands of years, right?"

"That's true, but..."

Mei nodded slightly, still looking somewhat bewildered.

Does that mean immortals can disregard the laws of nature and casually sit up or lie down between life and death?

It's worth noting that even Wendy, the former Herrscher of Wind, is still lying in a hospital bed with no signs of waking up.

If it weren't for the fact that the girl's vital signs were quite stable and her brainwaves were as stable as if she were just asleep, they would have almost suspected that the girl had already passed away.

"In more scientific terms, Ms. Fu Hua is actually a fusion warrior, that is, a person whose body is fused with Honkai Beast cells."

Typically, fusion warriors possess healing abilities far exceeding those of humans, making limb regeneration effortless.

Einstein explained.

"But in the last battle, Fu Hua didn't seem to demonstrate this ability."

Mei thought for a moment and then asked.

"That's because the blockhead has lost that power."

The Book of Cangxuan interjected, "In an event five hundred years ago, the blockhead had already died once, and as a result lost most of the power belonging to the Fusion Warriors."

"But if the external stimulation is sufficient and can help Ms. Fu Hua completely repair her damaged body tissues, it is entirely possible for her to be resurrected."

Einstein calmly added, "And regarding this matter, we feel it is necessary to consider your opinion, Ms. Mei."

Death, precisely because it is irreversible, reveals the solemnity and seriousness of life.

If Fu Hua could easily be brought back to life, then the sacrifices made by the other side would seem like a joke.

After all, there were so many people in that war who could never come back!

To bring Fu Hua, a former traitor who was remembered for her heroic sacrifice, back to life would undoubtedly be a desecration of the feelings of others.

"Well……"

Hearing this, and feeling everyone's gaze fall on her, Mei frowned and fell into deep thought.

As intelligent as she was, she naturally understood the concerns of Einstein and others.

She even couldn't help but feel that it would have been better if Fu Hua had just died.

Only in this way can the other party live in everyone's hearts as a hero rather than a traitor.

but……

"You don't need to consider my opinion."

As if guessing the girl's thoughts, Cang Xuanzhi raised his hand and said, his expression both sorrowful and resolute, "I know that the blockhead has done something unforgivable."

Therefore, whatever choice you make, I will accept it.

As an armed doll, she also has her own set of evaluation criteria.

If Theresa and the others really don't want to save Fu Hua, then she will naturally accept it and choose to perish with Fu Hua.

That was the only thing she could do.

While thinking, Cangxuan Zhishu closed his eyes and went into shutdown mode, expressing his attitude in the most direct way.

"Whatever you choose, I will understand."

Himeko patted Mei on the shoulder and smiled.

"There's me too!"

Theresa said irritably.

“Miss Mei, among us, you are the one who has the most authority to speak.”

Einstein also stated it quite directly.

Although boys are important to many people, Mei is still the most special one among them.

"I……"

A hint of hesitation crossed Mei's face, but she took a deep breath, her expression quickly hardening. "Whether it's betraying us or joining forces against [Walter White]... once Fu Hua is fully alive, I will settle things with her personally!"

Even though she still couldn't forget Fu Hua's betrayal, the Raiden family's eldest daughter's consistent pride prevented her from tolerating Mei's failure to save Fu Hua from death.

Whether it's merit or demerit, all cause and effect should be decided by the sword in hand, not by the despicable means of ignoring the other party's death.

"Okay, then we will do our best to bring Ms. Fu Hua back to life."

Einstein nodded, his expression still revealing neither joy nor sorrow, and said, "In addition, there is something else that Miss Mei might be interested in..."

"Einstein!"

Suddenly interrupting her, Theresa's expression instantly turned extremely serious. "Let's talk about that kind of thing later."

"Alright, Mei, you've been busy all day. Go and get some rest now. I'll let you know if anything comes up."

Smiling and offering words of advice, Himeko pushed the girl towards the outside of the conference room.

"Well……"

Mei couldn't help but glance at Theresa and the others again, sensing that they were hiding something from her.

But trusting Theresa, the girl nodded gently and left obediently.