A journey of Shadowverse and Honkai Impact 3rd

"I know, I know. Anyway, I don't want to come out unless it's necessary. This trip hasn't been pleasant at all."

The old man picked up the cigarette butt in his mouth, extinguished it skillfully and threw it on the ground. He had no intention of bringing the smoke into the park. Seeing that the situation was settled, he petted his dog leisurely and reminded the curious girl.

"Children, don't play with guns. Something bad will happen."

"I'm not playing, I'm confiscating dangerous items!"

As he spoke, an open passage in the void was formed. The spreading tangible waves distorted the light, opening a hole leading to another world. The wind gushing out of it attracted the entire truck and all the people outside, bringing an end to Uncle Abel's great adventure in human society.

Lush green leaves are everywhere, and colorful flowers are like the silken silk that the plants drape over themselves, stained with harmonious light, and permeating the lungs of living beings with fragrant and elegant aroma, bringing a sense of comfort that is difficult to experience in the outside world. Here, the old man truly regained his original intention as a life and was able to spend the last years of his life happily and naturally.

A fairy-tale world, a mysterious area where life can understand each other.

"I'm back, home."

Looking up at the giant oak tree that was becoming increasingly luxuriant, he had no doubt that it could form a forest on its own. Although he had been away for nearly twelve days, the changes Abel saw now were no less dramatic than those that had occurred in a few months.

"Human firearms, well, they're interesting, but they're a bit crude."

The girl's sweet and lovely voice came into the old man's ears, which was a little surprising. However, even if the girl might not be human, it was no big deal. As long as they could communicate, even a magical human-like creature would be a friendly family member here.

"By the way, girl, what's your name?"

The sophisticated firearms were broken down into small pieces, all becoming original parts, flying in Femi's hands with a smooth flow of motion. When Uncle Abel just spoke, his eyes reflected Femi's inhuman speed of disassembly.

"My name is Femi. I'm the artificial life form that Mother recently created. Uncle Abe, please don't mess with me~"

After blinking playfully and acting like "I have connections", the cheerful Femi suddenly jumped up, took a small box that was different from the construction materials from the truck, and slipped away to a place where Abel could not see it in a blink of an eye. His speed was faster than the wind, and his momentum was more powerful than the waves, which made the old man stunned for a moment.

Ah this...are you the superman from where?

The old man stretched out his hand and was speechless. Knowing that what he had taken was the ice cream machine, he withdrew his hand awkwardly and began to build the house he had planned with a helpless look in his eyes.

Taking out the prepared ruler and saw from the small compartment in the cab, Uncle Abel with his long legs began to run from house to house, asking the smart trees for some old branches and trunks. He didn't want too many, just enough to build a small shed.

"Oh! I recognize you. You're the human sent out by Master Yihan. How about this? If you tell us about your experiences out there, we'll give you some wood. How about that?"

A rough face condensed on the trunk of a tree, and the words it spoke were not very polite, and soon got Abel's consent. After clearing his throat, the old man sitting in the open space began to tell his experiences outside, letting the trees know about the human society outside.

"Oh! That's too bad. The human world has to be so hard just to survive."

.........

"Mom! Look what I got back! The ice cream maker you've been dreaming of!"

After happily passing the workshop's verification, he entered the puppet workshop area where Sera was. Fimi, who had been bustling just now, suddenly changed his expression. He silently put the unopened objects aside and quietly walked to Sera, who was carefully making parts.

She did not breathe, and her movements did not generate any air currents. She let the quiet atmosphere overwhelm her. In Fermi's sea-blue eyes, an exquisite doll was reflected. The figure of the girl in the human form was no less beautiful than hers. Although there was only an outline frame now, she felt that if the joints of the doll came to life, the girl who opened her eyes would definitely be her dearest and most lovely sister.

"Mom, does she have a name?"

"Ochis."

"Wow, that's a really nice name. 'Fimi' is so ordinary by comparison."

"If you don't want a name, I suggest changing it to 'Anonymous No. 1'."

"Woo, Mom, you're bullying me~"

147. Sera's Doll Ochis

The impression of Ochis is not just the design drawings and outstanding puppet works in my mind.

She is a doll-like girl with a cold face. Her skin is as delicate as porcelain, with a moon-white luster. It feels soft and full of vitality when touched. Even though her joints are obviously spherical joints different from those of humans, it still cannot conceal her beauty.

As a created being, we are searching for the meaning of our existence in this vast world, just like a homeless animal. Although we can run freely on the vast land, when we look back, we see the same endless plain, so flat that it cannot shelter us from the wind and waves.

Sera's fingers paused, and in the workshop, she stopped the delicate repair work with the carving knife, causing Femi, who was standing nearby and quietly admiring her, to express her doubts.

"Mom, why don't you continue? Ochis isn't done yet."

"There are some details that I need to think about more clearly."

Sera said softly, the slight hesitation in her pleasant voice was naturally due to the difference between puppets and intelligent machines. Although she had the experience of successfully creating Femi, it was still unknown whether Sera's understanding of the precious thing of the mind could support the successful birth of "Ochis".

"What are the details? Tell me quickly and let me hear them. Maybe I can find a solution!"

Femi, who looked impatient and wished that her younger sister Ochis would be born right away, said this, which attracted Sera's glance.

"The operation of the mind undoubtedly requires the existence of a core. In mechanical terms, it requires a complete platform to support the smooth operation of thinking activities."

"I have a thorough understanding of the Mind Protocol, but I still have concerns about the puppet's mental form."

.........

Silence spread in the workshop, and the wordless silence gradually engulfed every heart present, completely destroying Sera's remaining hope in the face of Femi's innocent and cute expression.

Really, why would I throw academic questions to a child who was born no more than 10 hours ago?

"Ahem, if I don't have any ideas, then I won't say anything..."

"Uh, Mom, I have an idea. According to the database, dolls were created to explore the origins of humanity. So why don't you just copy the design of humans themselves?"

Femi's remarks are pertinent and practical, and are exactly what Serra originally wanted to do.

"It's not a question of whether or not to copy. The structure of the brain isn't the key. What's important is the flow of life and the gathering of spirituality. In this regard, the mind is ultimately connected to the soul."

Sera explained carefully, and with the gradual deepening of the explanation, Fimi's understanding of puppetry also improved rapidly, and he was not bound by the simple definition of the database itself.

Time passes silently, like an invisible river rushing down from upstream, carrying all things dissolved in the water and deposited at the bottom of the river to the end of the future.

Then, in an unpredictable moment, Sera caught a flash of lightning that seemed to be true but was not, and understood the prototype of the mind.

Give it a try. No matter what, even if it is a wrong understanding, it is still a valuable experience.

Ever since she got the master's design drawings, Sera has been worried about the missing third part of the design. In her deduction, the third part is the design of the puppet's mind. Now, she wants to use her own design to replace the work of the master she has never met.

From student to master, from a mysterious starting point to a mysterious peak, Sera stopped explaining and silently shifted her gaze, with a hint of determination in her clear starry eyes.

"Fimi."

"Hey, Mom, I'm here. Is there anything I can do for you?"

"Yes, go prepare the ingredients needed for the party. I'm sure they'll be useful later."

Hearing her mother's instructions, Femi cheered joyfully. In her admiring heart, Sera's words undoubtedly confirmed the time of "Ochis"'s birth, making her instantly fall into the "sister trap" she had set for herself.

"Okay, Mom, I'll get ready!"

The wings stretched out from the void, the mechanical part lit up with mysterious circuits, and the natural part flashed with a brilliant green luster. The happy Fimi immediately attacked at high speed and rushed out of the underground workshop without stirring up any airflow.

You really trust my child too much. Who knows whether the food is prepared for both you and Ochis, or just for you.

Reading the firm expectation in Femi's actions, Sera felt that an extra responsibility was on her shoulders. Perhaps she felt less comfortable at the moment, but the warmth in her heart told her that this was the feeling of home.

So, let’s start from now on and try to welcome new children.

Grow up well, Ochis.

The slender fingers grasped the sharp carving knife steadily, and made meticulous modifications on the joints. The blue pupils became the most dazzling thing in the workshop, directing the movements of the right hand. Before he knew it, the figure of the doll had been perfected to the point where it could not be more perfect.

The hair color is almost the same as Sera's, but it is not dazzling and clear white, but has a hint of ice blue or light gray, which distinguishes the relationship between the child and the mother. The face of the doll girl, who is not yet angry, is naturally delicate and pretty, shining as an outstanding work, and it is a natural beauty rarely seen in living things.

The precious soul is determined at birth and what grows with it is the heart. Sera hopes to see the beautiful colors of the girl's soul in those red eyes that are more precious than jewels.

After dressing the girl in a tight black dress and black boots, and letting her sit in a duck-like position in the center of the carved magic circle, and adding a small dome hat to her cold little head, Sera's eyes showed satisfaction as she completed her stereotype of "Ochis".

The deep red blood dyed the liquid flowing in the patterns of the magic circle red, adding a touch of abundant vitality to the intricate and mysterious patterns, and vaguely touching the door to life and soul.

"My flesh and blood are the vessel of life, becoming the foundation of my soul."

"Life is given by life, and soul is born from the mind."

"The heavens of Chaos swear by this tower erected on the earth, which, when touched, promises the beginning of the beginning."

Behind the light singing is Sera's anticipation for this ceremony. As the product of her accumulated experience, she hopes that this will not only complete the birth of Ochis, but also verify the correctness of her cognition.

Then, mana began to boil, and a clear and gorgeous light appeared in the workshop. What was reflected in Sera's eyes was a color beyond the limits of human vision. The indescribable, ocean-like consciousness and thoughts created a vast sea of ​​stars. Vaguely, Sera felt like she was facing the universe.

It's complex and hard to describe, but at least it's not incomprehensible.

Sera felt extremely happy. Although it was only a brief moment, she felt so much satisfaction. It was as if even a temporarily powerless body could not hinder her understanding of the truth.

"Master?"

And under Sera's body, the crushed doll girl made a sound mixed with confusion, ignorance, puzzlement and other emotions.

Originating from the fate between the work and the author, and starting from the connection between life and the giver, the doll girl naturally understands that the person who is now pressing on her is the most important existence in her life.

148. Ochis is very satisfied

I am a created being.

According to the master, it was an experiment to satisfy her wish and verify her understanding of the world and human beings, but the master told me.

I, her daughter, am a member of this new family.

So, there is no need to worry about anything. Although my master expects me to be able to help her in the future, my heart does not necessarily have to revolve around this innate responsibility.

The girl named Ochis stood steadily beside the bed, gazing at the sleeping girl with her gorgeous bright red eyes. A faint sense of satisfaction arose in her heart.

I don’t know what the specific meaning of family is, but when I can stay quietly with my master like this, my heart will be very peaceful, and I feel that everything else is no longer a problem.

"Clang clang clang, this is a gift that elder sister Femi prepared for younger sister Ochis."

As she was quietly tracing Sera's lovely face on the bed, someone interrupted Ochis's actions with a cheerful voice, forcing the doll girl to turn her eyes and look at her eldest sister who was always full of joy.

The person in front of me...a mechanical life form, is my sister, Femi, a child who always calls the Master directly "Mom".

"Come on, open your mouth, ah~"

The black-haired girl showed a charming smile, and the ice cream in her hand emitted a cold white light in the quiet bedroom. The elegant and clean shape was undoubtedly a synonym for happiness, and it was famous for its coolness and sweetness.

There was no plan to give it directly to her sister. What Femi wanted to see was her sister licking the ice cream meekly. This would make her feel a sense of accomplishment as an elder, even though the age difference between them was only about twenty hours.

"Master didn't say it's okay to eat."

She shook her head gently, her expressionless face showing only the natural delicacy. With just one sentence, she resolved Femi's slightly difficult behavior. Then, Ochis continued to cast her gaze on Sera who was sleeping soundly, and her rosy red eyes became soft.

"Hey, Ochis, are you so afraid of your mother?"

Seeing that Ochis didn't accept the ice cream and didn't force her, Fimi started eating it in two sips. He also cast his eyes on Sera, who seemed to have no resistance now. A malicious "evil" look soon appeared in his rolling eyes.

"Ochis, now, this is a good opportunity."

Femi nudged the indifferent doll girl with her elbow and spoke seductively in an attempt to pollute Ochis's pure heart. Her words were obviously suggestive.

?

A question mark popped up in Ochis's head. After thinking for less than a millisecond, he rejected the idea of ​​trying to find out what Femi meant. He continued to stand quietly by the bed, unable to bear to disturb Sera's rest.

Similarly, if someone tries to disturb Sera's sleep, then Ochis will naturally punish her for her transgression.

"Hey, you're such a blockhead. You know, Mom doesn't seem to be on guard at all right now. If she attacks suddenly, it might not be impossible for her to get to the basket directly."

After openly expressing his delusion, Fimi, who had already finished his ice cream, walked to the bedside and was about to go up and have some close time with Sera, but was directly stopped by Ochis.

The silvery-white thread, as an extension of the spirit, represents Ochis's own will, blocking Femi layer by layer and acting as Sera's most solid shield.

"Bad contact with the Master is forbidden, Femi."

The empty and light tone was particularly indifferent, as if it contained no emotion, but the movements of Ochis's hands irrefutably showed her distinct emotional tendencies. In order to protect her master, she didn't mind temporarily becoming hostile to her sister.

In other words, her sister's position in her heart is ultimately not as high as her mother's.

"Uh... okay, okay..." Femi's bright face immediately fell. Speechless, she looked at Ochis, whose fingertips were emitting lines of domination, and uttered words that sounded like complaints, "I just want to be close to my mother. Is it really that serious?"

"Humph, I can tell at a glance, Ochis, that you don't understand how good your mother is. You don't know how good your mother smells, and you don't know how tempting your mother's fragrant and soft body is!"

"If I could hug my mother, my life would be perfect!"

Femi confidently instilled her own persistent belief as a mama's boy into Ochis who was trying to stop her. She spoke like a fanatic, completely ignoring how high her voice was or how excited she was. In short, even Ochis was unwilling to communicate with her fanatical sister.

If I am not careful, perhaps my mind will be completely polluted by my sister's strange thoughts.

She moved her feet quietly, and her black boots made crisp footsteps on the ground. In a subtle moment, Ochis distanced herself from Femi, and then offered her greetings to the unquestionable creator.

"Good evening, Master. Are you feeling unwell? You've already put so much energy into Ochis. If you're fine, please continue to rest. Sister Femi and I are more than capable of maintaining the barrier."

Eh?

Eh!?