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Kaslana's honor must not be tarnished.
"If we look at it from another angle, as long as everyone knows it's a rumor, no one will care about the truth of the matter."
"The tribe knew about the rumors, yet they let them continue to spread." Siegfried was stunned for a moment, then thought simply that Bai Zhi's statement was very likely: "But why? Back then, I was still the Kaslana tribe chief."
“It’s precisely because you are the clan leader that everyone is pushing you along.” Shaking her head, Bai Zhi really didn’t know what Siegfried was thinking. He couldn’t understand such a simple principle: “Your position as clan leader was personally handed to you by the old clan leader despite everyone’s objections. Therefore, everyone disapproves of you, does not respect you, and does not believe that you, who have betrayed the clan, are truly qualified to bear the responsibility of Kaslana.”
"..." Siegfried wanted to refute, but his experience of defecting twice left him speechless.
The development of reality is not just the story that takes place in the game. As long as the three main characters are enlightened, they can create a series of stories of love and hate. Behind the scenes, there are many more things that various families and forces need to consider.
Take Kaslana for example. She is the eldest son of the family and a legitimate member of the main line. Before she came of age, the patriarch abandoned his family responsibilities and ran away from home, which became common knowledge. The current patriarch, Siegfried's mother, had to sacrifice a great deal of interests and power to barely keep the main line and the eldest son's position as the next patriarch, even though the main line was in the wrong.
The old clan chief never imagined that paving the way for his son would become the fuse that turned the main branch into a side branch.
In contrast, Shaniat awakened the most outstanding saintess in nearly a century. Her family had invested countless resources and effort in her upbringing, and just when she should have reaped the rewards, the white-haired boy Siegfried stole her away, causing her family's twenty years of cultivation to go to waste.
Later, they managed to recover some of their wealth through a marriage alliance with the Kaslana main branch. However, after the Second Honkai Impact ended, Cecilia died, Siegfried ran away, and Kiana, the next generation's hope to inherit the bloodlines of both families, was also gone.
Honkai Impact 3rd Serpent Solo Fan: Chapter 67 Intentionally Accidentally
"After your actions, both families lost both their wives and their troops. Because of the marriage alliance, important positions were intertwined between them. Then, when the arrest warrant was issued, power was reshuffled. Too many people in the family were transferred to other positions. Young and outstanding family members rushed to various branches to guard and serve. The elders of the family put on their battle armor again to atone for their sins."
On the day you left, the rivalry between the two factions of Shaniat and Kaslana, and Apocalypse, completely transformed into Apocalypse's sole dominance.
Bishop Otto's influence has penetrated deep into the family. Because of your mistake and your mindless escape, the power that the family has maintained for hundreds of years has all vanished, and Destiny has become Bishop Otto's sole domain.
It seems that one day in the future, Otto, the founder of the Church, might only need to leave behind a video to arbitrarily determine the position of the next bishop.
Bai Zhi's words, combined with the game's plot and analysis of human nature, including various speculations, dealt the heaviest blow to the old man's pure heart.
"Do you think you have the right to continue being willful after making such a grave mistake?"
Amidst the pained and contorted expression of the white-haired middle-aged man, the white-haired youth approached him and reached out to straighten his disheveled collar. The ice-blue pupils met the azure pupils; the former saw a middle-aged man living a life of debauchery and decadence, while the latter saw a roc gathering strength, poised to take flight at any moment.
"Over the years, you've been tired, I've been tired, everyone's been tired. What's lost can't be found again, and the future is uncertain. Grasping the present is the best thing to do."
To strike a snake, strike its vital spot; to injure someone, first wound their heart. Paimon shared all of Bai Zhi's abilities and authority without any taboos, yet he himself was most averse to using force.
The aftereffects of Yulandal's year-long relentless training, I suppose. In short, subduing the enemy without fighting is Bai Zhi's combat aesthetic. Of course, if a real fight broke out, he wouldn't lose.
"My mother asked you to persuade me to go home..."
Exhaling, Siegfried faced the still upright warrior, the Herrscher, and felt as if he were about to collapse just by standing there.
Back on the moon, when he chose to abandon Welt, Kaslana's chivalrous beliefs had already shattered. Tonight, Bai Zhi's words only added salt to the wound. Perhaps his concern and worry for Kiana (k423) led him to turn himself in.
"Of course... no. After the defection, your name became a taboo in the clan. Everyone assumed that you, Uncle, did not exist. To be honest, before arriving in the Far East, I didn't think I would ever have any contact with you in this life. But plans can't keep up with changes. I met my cousin Kiana."
"She's doing very well. Theresa and Cecilia have a great relationship, and by extension, Kiana can truly enjoy the youth and happiness that belong to a young girl at St. Freya Academy."
More importantly, Judah in Theresa's hands is a Herrscher-specific attack, so Siegfried is not worried that Sirin's Herrscher personality will cause irreversible damage.
Siegfried appeared to have left Kiana, but in reality, he occasionally revealed clues and then followed his daughter. As she wandered the world, he had his own thoughts and considerations about life. Before he died fighting against the Honkai, his secret protection of his daughter was all he could do as a father.
"You shouldn't be asking me about your cousin's condition." Bai Zhi took out two cans of beer from behind her (Bai Zhi's space), tossed one to Siegfried, pulled the tab, took a small swig, and let out a comfortable sigh.
“According to the laws of the Far East, you are not of legal age to drink.”
He caught the beer can with one hand, gave it a gentle squeeze, and the pull tab burst and flew off. Siegfried shook his head, took a big gulp of beer, and his tense nerves relaxed. He said:
"What is your purpose in coming to me? You keep poking at my heart, using my mother to distract me, and even bringing up Otto's underhanded tactics against Kaslana and Shaniat. You say you didn't do it on purpose? I don't believe you. Just because I don't like to use my brain doesn't mean I'm stupid. As the minimum requirement for the Kaslana chieftain, idiots have long been excluded."
"Couldn't it have been an accident on purpose? I was speaking from the bottom of my heart."
Bai Zhi didn't give a direct answer, so you can guess whatever you want. If you can find the truth in my completely untrue words, then you're amazing.
"Even if what you said is true, I can go back to the family, but not now. I still have things I must do." Siegfried felt sorry for his family, and even more sorry for his wife and daughter. K423 was a continuation of the latter's feelings.
Between family and clan, Siegfried would only choose the former; this was his reason for living.
“Since that’s the case, I won’t stop you. But for the sake of the family, please have your wanted status revoked first.” Bai Zhi’s true colors were revealed: “What is the reason for Bishop Otto’s warrant for your arrest? It’s because of the Seventh Divine Key, Heavenly Fire Judgment, in your possession, Uncle.”
“I cannot hand over the Judgment of Heavenly Fire to Otto; Kaslana cannot become his disposable tool.”
"No, no, no, I didn't mean to hand it over to Bishop Otto, but to hand it over to me, so that I can become his target."
Bai Zhi and Siegfried were well aware of Otto's intentions. With the Judgment of Heavenly Fire in his hands, the Kaslana family might not be wiped out, but most of its members would become his bargaining chips.
Siegfried hesitated to hand the task over to Paimon, as it was their first meeting. If Kiana hadn't been so affectionate with him, they wouldn't have been able to have a proper conversation tonight.
“Mr. Siegfried, make a decision quickly. My girls are waiting for my protection. Please don’t waste your time.”
Seeing Bai Zhi's ability to change her attitude faster than turning the pages of a book, Siegfried was momentarily impressed by her speed in changing her expression.
...... ......
"Hey, Raven, transfer me to Gray Serpent. Oh, and come see me tomorrow morning, away from everyone else. I have something to give to World Serpent."
Bai Zhi dialed Raven's number and gave her a series of orders. Raven yelled, "What time is it now? I'm trying to sleep! If you have time to bother me, go contact Gray Snake yourself. You're not without a way to contact him! #%…&*'"
After a string of raven curses, the raven obediently transferred the communication to the gray snake.
After donning a thick, old-fashioned overcoat to cover her fitted pink silk pajamas, Raven opened the map and began studying tomorrow's mission route.
On the other side, after the communication was transferred to Gray Serpent, Bai Zhi informed him that the Heavenly Fire Judgment was resolved. He had a request: the Heavenly Fire Judgment should be kept in his possession for now, and returned to its rightful owner when Lord Kevin returns.
Out of consideration for the future cadre and the special requirements of the Heavenly Fire Judgment for the host, the Gray Serpent agreed.
Honkai Impact 3rd Serpent Solo Fan: Chapter 68: Whether He's Doing Well or Not Depends on You
A full moon hangs high in the sky, its pure light spilling across the campus. Kiana's long, flowing white hair shimmers in the moonlight. She clasps her hands together, breathing warm air on them as she awaits the return of her loved ones.
"Hey, Kiana, it's so late and you're still not asleep. Don't fall asleep during your internship tomorrow." With her eyes fixed on the long, straight white hair, Bai Zhi felt a thrill as if she were touching it, but she kept saying, "Being lax on the battlefield is not only irresponsible to yourself, but also to your comrades."
He still reached out and touched her head; thankfully, Kiana didn't brush his hand away.
“I can’t sleep. I don’t want to disturb Mei and Bronya. They’re very tired and sleeping soundly. Rita is leaning against the sofa with her eyes closed. My cousin and Rita have always been protecting me. I was thinking that I should try my best tonight so I can keep watch for you and prevent any accidents from happening.” Kiana twirled her hair, paused for a moment, then lowered her head and spoke in a strangely hoarse voice, “Is he... doing well?”
"Oh, who is he? I just patrolled around and took out a few assassins, but I didn't see anyone," Bai Zhi said with a grin.
"...Cousin, if you can still laugh, then just assume he's well-fed and sleeping soundly." Kiana pursed her lips, forced a smile, turned around and went back to the classroom, intending to snuggle into Mei's arms and use her body to soothe her weary mind.
Kiana isn't stupid. Kaslana's common problem is that, like a husky, she's like a wolf king when she's out there surviving and adventuring alone. Only after finding an external brain does she turn into a silly husky with her tongue lolling out. Kiana hasn't reached the point of losing her brain yet. If she had remained naive and innocent during her past experiences of wandering alone, she would have perished halfway through her journey.
It's easy to understand if you think about it: a minor child with rudimentary Kaslana gunfighting skills, no one to protect her or provide her with food during her early days as a wanderer, malnutrition was her fate.
Since that time she was starving and fainted in the streets and alleys, only to wake up unharmed with steaming hot food at her side, Kiana knew that she was not alone on this journey. Without any worries, she developed a preliminary understanding with Siegfried, who had been hiding and following her, if they continued from Europe to the Far East.
Kiana's transfer to Chiba Academy is proof of this. Would a prestigious academy in a first-class city accept a transfer student with no prior academic record and who failed the exam?
Tuition fees, connections, and status are all indispensable.
Kiana's reasons for agreeing to join St. Freya's were partly a longing for family, a desire to end her life of wandering, and more importantly, a desire to learn about Siegfried, whom she wanted to tell.
She could live well at her aunt's academy. Dad, you don't need to worry about yourself anymore. I don't need to be protected anymore. You can come out and see me now. Unfortunately, Kiana didn't get any news about Siegfried. She was worried that Siegfried had stayed in Changkong City.
Later, when Paimon invited Kiana to Changkong City, she readily agreed.
Kiana wanted to see Siegfried, or at least hear that he was safe and sound.
"Whether he's doing well or not depends on you." Looking at Kiana's haggard figure, Bai Zhi pondered for a moment and said, "Uncle's world is very big, so big that he wants to save all those who suffer injustice and hardship. At the same time, his world is very small, so small that it can only hold a few people."
Cecilia is dead, and there's nothing he can do.
He witnessed Kiana falling from a great height.
His adopted daughter becomes a Herrscher, and his world begins to crumble.
"You are his life, the only ray of light left in his shattered world. If you live, he lives; if you are happy, he is even happier." Taking out the Heavenly Fire Judgment from her waist, she twirled the gun a few times, aimed at the approaching scythe-wielding assassin, pulled the trigger, and shot him in the head: "Kiana, do you remember what I told you was Kaslana's wish? To kill the Honkai."
For your uncle's sake, you must live. For Kaslana's sake, you must kill the Honkai and become stronger, Kiana. I'll wait until you become stronger than me, stronger than your uncle, stronger than Durandal, stronger than everyone else. At that time, you can see whomever you want, and whatever you desire, plenty of people will prepare it for you. That's all I have to say. Think carefully about these years you spend in St. Freya. Will you listen to Theresa and enjoy your youth, or will you listen to me and strive to become stronger, strong enough that even I must submit to your power?"
He planted a seed in Kiana's heart through his words.
Angelica dahurica awaits the day it takes root and sprouts.
Waiting for the moment when the bright moon hangs high in the sky, and the end comes.
The next morning, the well-mannered young lady Raiden Mei walked out of the classroom yawning, and Bai Zhi handed her a toothbrush, a water cup and a towel.
The young lady thanked him, feeling flattered. After a quick wash, she stared at the lancet and empty blood bag handed to her, unsure whether to thank him for his thoughtfulness or criticize him for being inhuman.
Once you've filled a bag with blood, hand it to the heavily armed bunny. It will stay nearby and wait for the raven to hand it over.
The girls were all awake. Kiana, who usually liked to stay in bed, was much more alert this time. Bai Zhi and Rita discussed the route to leave Qianyu Academy and decided to take a different route, bypassing the battlefield meat grinder of the bay area, going deep into the city, and heading to the landing point of the supply ship ahead of time.
The appointed time arrived quickly, and the Gulf battlefield dispatched some logistics Valkyries to receive supplies. According to the Valkyries' descriptions, the current casualty ratio was still within the acceptable range.
No more than fifteen Valkyries died, and those who were seriously injured, unconscious, and unable to fight any longer were close to fifty years old.
Fighting against tens of thousands of Honkai Beasts in a city for a whole day and night without sleep can be considered a great victory.
It's hard to describe Kiana's expression when she heard the news. Raiden Mei's comforting words couldn't soothe Kiana at that moment. The girls, having finished their aerial training, had plenty of time to adjust their forms. They waved to the Hyperion; now, it was time for them to part ways.
Turning around, Bai Zhi stepped into the airship and stood on the deck, gazing at the battlefield where the Honkai and the Valkyries were fighting.
Honkai is never beautiful; its false prosperity is built upon the sacrifice of countless Valkyries who fall on the battlefield.
Bai Zhi held these heroes in high esteem, but secretly warned himself not to become like them. He wanted to survive, to live longer than anyone else. He even wanted to ride the space train with Lao Yang in Saint Fontaine.
During the week-long trip away from Tianming, Bai Zhi revised the plan many times and made many adjustments to the details. Fortunately, the destination was achieved.
The World Serpent is listed, the Jizo Soul is still buried in the Yae Village ruins, the data of the Dreamland Sky City dungeon is more similar, and the truth that was exposed was left to Otto.
When the seed he planted in Kiana's heart took root and sprouted, the Queen of the Sky descended to the mortal realm once more.
Angelica dahurica will take a big step towards freedom.
One-Punch Man: Chapter 69 - One-Punch World Business Management
According to historical records, after the great cataclysm, sudden weather changes and frequent natural disasters turned the ocean into a forbidden zone for humankind, leaving only one continent as a place for human habitation.
Taking into account factors such as economy, resources, transportation, and geography, City A was named after its central area, and the remaining cities were named in order of ranking. Humanity divided the continent into twenty-six cities, awaiting the passing of the Great Cataclysm, or perhaps being destroyed by it.
Unexpectedly, what affected human survival was not a major catastrophe, but a disaster emerging from within humanity itself, a disaster known as the Monster.
A weirdo is someone who has abandoned humanity and is completely detached from the human world.
Humans mutating into monsters due to bad habits, stress, or genetic mutations; artificial creatures created by mad scientists through technological advancements; mutations of non-human species caused by environmental pollution or other reasons; special intelligent beings such as subterranean people and sea people.
Humans are known as the masters of all creation, and the terrifying upright ape is no exaggeration. Hidden among the people, martial artists, superhumans, and scientists spare no effort in fighting against the monster and ensuring the survival of civilization.
The story's timeline begins a year before the founding of the Hero Association—
“Mr. Bai Zhi, the association’s funds have fallen into deficit this month. The superpower research institute and the paranormal tales committee next door have taken the opportunity to attack the association. We cannot sit idly by. We must purchase a batch of research materials to fight against the invasion of enemy forces and ensure that there is only one voice in the superpower field of this city!”
With light blue wavy hair, blue square-framed glasses perched neatly on her nose, and a fitted long JK school uniform that accentuated her curves yet still gave her a youthful appearance, she possessed a spirit that rivaled any man. She was Sykes, the vice president of the "Superpower Research Association," a high school club founded by Fubuki.
She looks like a well-behaved girl, but her actions are wild and unrestrained. She slams her hand heavily on the table, and seems more like she's there to collect a debt than to ask for funds.
“Sykes, putting aside the fact that this is the third time you’ve asked for funding this month, at least tell me first that the Fubuki Club has spent a total of about 500,000 yen. How can an ordinary high school club need to spend such a huge amount of money?”
Wearing a jet-black business suit, shiny leather shoes, and a brown suit jacket pinned to his chest, Yi Quan Bai Zhi looked exactly like a corporate slave, but he turned the tables on the guests.
With his hands clasped together and his chin resting on his hand, in the posture of Commander Ikari, his eyes behind his black-rimmed glasses were so stern and cold that it seemed to say, "If you keep spouting nonsense, you won't get a single dollar from me." Sykes finally realized that the "ordinary person" in front of her was their gang's financial backer, and their only sponsor.
"Oh, we're all family, working under President Fubuki, sharing everything. It's just a matter of transferring money from one hand to the other, right, President Fubuki?"
Sykes covered her mouth and chuckled, then shifted her gaze to Fubuki, a high school girl sitting quietly on the sofa, trying to comprehend Akarin's superpowers. Fubuki stiffened, her neck twisting rigidly as she looked up, only to see not only Sykes's adoring gaze but also Bai Zhi's gaze as if looking at a dead person. She swallowed hard and tried to laugh it off.
"Well, let's talk things over. We've known each other for almost a year, there's nothing we can't discuss. Calm down, calm down."
Short black hair, green eyes, tall and slender with fair skin. A beautiful face, sharp eyes, a slender waist, and a curvaceous figure. All the adjectives describing a mature and sophisticated woman can be used to describe this young girl. Even though she is still young, there are already glimpses of her future beauty.
However, at this moment, Fubuki bent over with a smile, completely unlike her usual arrogant and haughty self.
There was no other way; she couldn't afford to offend either side.
Sykes, the vice president of the club "Superpower Research Association," is responsible for all the big and small tasks, such as organizing documents, managing school rules and regulations, and purchasing materials. Fubuki, who has been spoiled, absolutely cannot offend Sykes and force her to leave in order to avoid the club being abandoned by the school in her final year of high school.
Bai Zhi, nicknamed "Glasses," is Fubuki's biggest source of income. He wears a leather coat over his JK school uniform, pearl necklaces, diamond earrings, cosmetics, and skincare products. His closet is filled with dresses, fur coats, and all sorts of luxury bags. Fubuki, who has unknowingly lost her concept of money, knows that she must not offend this man.
The former is about interests and career, while the latter is about quality of life and security. Fubuki is forced into a dilemma. Sykes puts her arm behind her back, covering the jade watch on her wrist. She acts decisively and forcefully stops the moving truck. The two female superpowered women have the same reason why they can't hold their heads up in front of Bai Zhi.
Before the Hero Association was established, the heroes' actions to defeat monsters were essentially volunteer activities. There was no monetary reward, so they didn't have the extravagant spending of the future. To make a living, the heroes also needed to eat and work.
This perfectly matches the image of a hero that Saitama described as having great interest.
"Where is the feedback I want, President Fubuki? Where are the intelligence and manpower you promised to gather for me? Vice President Sykes, how long has it been since you came to work at the company? Your secretary looked troubled and told me last time that she couldn't get through to your phone for several days. I thought something had happened to you. Can you give me an explanation?"
The two women lowered their heads further and further. Bai Zhi, sitting in the boss's chair, glanced at the two piles of documents on the desk and sighed. This company would fall apart without me.