After the Blood Moon Fades/Story/Head to the Tower.

(TBA)

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Last Updated: July 23rd, 2024

Characters Present

Captain

Kallen

Himeko

Sirin

Bronie

Rita

Luna

Start

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We’ve been discovered, run!

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Himeko

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I’ll stop them!

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Take the opportunity and retreat.

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Sirin

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Oh no, there are too many pursuers, you guys go ahead!

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Take the opportunity and retreat.

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Bronie

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I’ll block the pursuers!

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We’re almost there, run all the way!

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Himeko began firing off rounds to block the path. The sound of gunshots began fading in the distance.

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The number of Theresas we saved was too large to keep track of, but I remembered Kongming wasn’t among them.

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Afterwards, it was Bronie who asked Kallen to look after me, while she and Sirin managed to keep us out of harm’s way.

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The monsters were drawing closer. In order to deal with the looming threat, my companions took the lead and cleared the path for me.

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To make the best use of their efforts, I did everything I could to tag along behind Kallen, dragging my heavy body forward with sheer willpower.

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Thump, thump, thump…

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The now erratic beating of my heart was all I could hear.

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And the only clear way ahead was now blocked by a giant monster.

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Kallen

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Meanwhile, the others were still dealing with the monsters behind me and hadn’t kept up.

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Captain

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Ahem… Kallen, how are you doing?

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Kallen

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I’m fine, but you… look pale.

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Captain

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Haha, kind of you to notice. It’s because I slept poorly last night.

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Kallen

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…

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Captain

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Let’s keep moving.

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Swallowing the knot in my throat, I kept dragging my feet forward - Before any thing else comes after us, we have to clear the way ahead.

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Kallen

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What are you talking about? Are you really going to be able to handle this?

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Captain

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We’re running out of time, Kallen. The only enemy we have left to face is the one in front of us. Things will only get worse if the castle guards catch up to us.

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Captain

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Come on, let’s do this together.

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The danger where we had just come from seemed to be drawing closer; everything was driving us forward.

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Kallen looked calm. This wasn’t the first time she had been in this sort of situation.

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Kallen

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Unknown

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Alright, let’s go.

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No time to waste, the castle balcony is just ahead.

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Battle

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Castle: Destined Failure

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The dangers behind us are seemingly closing in and everything forced us to move forward.

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Captain

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This Honkai Beast seems thought than the previous ones…

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Captain

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Is it just my imagination?

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Kallen

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Just slightly rougher. Don’t worry, just leave it to me.

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Kallen

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A-872’s kindred was with her longer, so I know better.

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Captain

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Wait, Kallen, it’s becoming stronger? How come?

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Kallen

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Shoot, what went wrong?

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Kallen

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Could it be this Honkai Beast is connected to another being? Maybe…

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This weird, powerful creature was able to heal completely whenever it was hurt, while Kallen and I were hanging on by a thread.

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Thud-!

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The pain from behind came faster than I could register, and I knew I had been knocked into a wall.

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Captain

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Why… Why does nothing work against it…?

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I probably had a concussion as my vision became dim… My ears were the only things working, and all I could hear was…

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Kallen

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Captain… Captain…

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It was Kallen’s voice. Why was it coming in on and off?

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Kallen

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Ugh, insufferable…

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Kallen

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Ah!

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She was still fighting. Was Kallen… hurt?

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All I saw was a blur. Bracing myself against the wall, I stood up and began searching blindly for something to use as a weapon.

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Kallen

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Ha… Just like I thought. Now I get it.

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Kallen

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Leave it to me from now on… Don’t worry, Captain, it’ll all be over soon.

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What did she say just now?

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I tried to pull myself together, but when I opened my eyes again-

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Captain

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Kallen-!

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Right before the Honkai Beast attacked, Kallen stood in its way.

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Kallen

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You… Go now!

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Kallen

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Next time, I might not be able to hold it off.

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Tat bullet wasn’t lethal, but it did slow the Honkai Beast down. Perhaps, it had reached its limits, too.

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Kallen

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Get out of here… Please.

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Captain

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No way, we still stand a chance to take this thing down. We’ll leave together, rest up quick and-

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Kallen shook her head softly.

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She was so busy with the Honkai Beast’s attacks, I couldn’t make out the expression on her face.

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Kallen

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Captain, this is our only chance. I have to stay.

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Kallen

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Does this gun look familiar to you? There’s a special bullet in it. Please… take it.

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Captain

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What are you planning to do? Haven’t we already agreed to find Luna together and stop her?

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Captain

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But here you’re forcing me to make another choice? I’ve had enough of this!

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Kallen

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Captain, you’ve probably already realized by now…

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Kallen

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I can’t kill this Honkai Beast - Not while I’m still alive. I don’t know what A-872 has done, but just like the bond between me and her before everything was shattered, my life and this beast’s are fused together.

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Kallen

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The answer is obvious. I must die with it together here, whether it’s to stop her or to protect you.

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Kallen

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And, the very reason I can still control this body is built on countless… countless Theresas’ sacrifices - Death will redeem me to you and all those innocents. It’s ok.

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Kallen

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I already know that there’s no way out of this situation.

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Kallen

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So please, use that bullet to atone for our sins.

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Kallen

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It’s my choice and mine alone… Forgive me, Captain, for not fulfilling my promise.

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Captain

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Don’t be stupid, Kallen! You’re just afraid of facing her!

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Captain

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You couldn’t even call her by her name. Do you really think you can sever your bond when you’re still stuck calling her “A-872?”

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Captain

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Do you really believe you can dull the pain in your heart any more by leaving that choice to me?

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Captain

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Your whole so-called sacrifice is simply a cop-out!

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Captain

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You people always think sacrificing yourselves will fix everything rather than taking the hard way forward - The way that leads to a happy ending for everyone!

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Captain

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To go out on your own terms and leave behind nothing but sorrow and torment…

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Captain

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I’m over how selfish you all are!

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Kallen

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…

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Kallen was silent, her eyes brimming with muddled emotion.

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Captain

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She is your little sister. Even if she’s calling herself something else, or has changed, your relationship is the same. If she knew her sister had tossed the decision of her life and death to another person without any care…

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Captain

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She’d be crushed.

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Kallen

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My… sister… She’s my sister, that’s the very reason why I can’t…

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Kallen

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I can’t make that choice.

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Kallen

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I can’t bring myself to think about her dying… but I also can’t stand to think about letting her have her way.

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Captain

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Don’t you see? That’s because you’ve been carrying this weight all by yourself this whole time. You hesitate and worry because you can’t accept what the two choices might bring.

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Captain

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You keep thinking about sacrificing yourself to tackle the problem, because asking others for help has always been such a foreign concept to you.

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Captain

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But this time, it’s different.

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Captain

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This time, you have me by your side and we can face her together. We can have a third option, to create a new future.

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Kallen

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…

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Kallen

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How come… How come you haven’t left yet…?

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Captain

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Because I made up my mind a long time ago to nevermind ever give up on anyone.

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Kallen

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Idiotka…

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Captain

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I’m not letting you sacrifice yourself, Kallen.

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Kallen

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…

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Kallen

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You’re really are dumb… just like her.

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Kallen

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Naive, stubborn, never backs away when she has her eyes set on something.

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Kallen

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And that’s why she…

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With a lot of effort, I pushed myself up while keeping an eye on Kallen’s expression and the situation at hand and approached her inch by inch.

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If I can’t dissuade her, I need to at least make her think twice before deciding - Since she doesn’t want me to die.

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Right at that moment-

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Himeko

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Back off!

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Kallen shielded me first, and behind her, a sharp blade cut a silver arc.

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The Honkai Beast paused for a moment - I knew that it could still attack at any second. Behind us, Sirin casted her protective magic, tracking the enemy’s each and every move.

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Kallen

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Himeko, you…

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Bronie

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Perfect timing, huh?

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Bronie

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What, got a big bad monster in your way? Now that the gang’s all here, let’s teach this thing a lesson!

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Kallen

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…

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Himeko

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Well, we can’t let Kallen steal the show, can we?

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Captain

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Be careful, everyone, and don’t get carried away. There’s something special about this Honkai beast. We aren’t able to kill it.

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Bronie

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No problem, we’ll just give it a good thrashing until there’s no fight left. It’s not much of a threat with all of us here.

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Captain

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Unknown

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It’s connected to Kallen’s life force, so if we attack it, Kallen will also be in danger.

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Bronie

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Tsk. Nothing but parlor tricks. I can try to find out how to unbind them, but it’s going to take a while.

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Himeko

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Since it has blocked the only way forward, we’ll have to do something to draw it away.

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Bronie

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Maybe we can go around it? Isn’t there some kind of secret passage in this castle?

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Captain

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- Just like that, Kallen. See? Where there’s a will, there’s a way. We can’t let little problems like these get in our way.

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Everyone quieted down and was staring at Kallen who was frozen at the side.

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Kallen

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Ugh… Haha… Sorry, but you are really… Hahaha…

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Kallen

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I admit that I was wrong. I kept telling myself that I wouldn’t hesitate if my sacrifice could end all of this…

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Kallen

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But you’re right about it being a cop out. It’s extremely selfish and doesn’t take anyone else’s feelings into account.

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Kallen

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I should be braver, learn to ask for help, explore other solutions, and confront in person… the sister I love so much and the only family I have.

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Kallen

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Follow me. I know a secret passage, but I must warn you that there will be even more dangers there. I can’t promise it’ll work.

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Bronie

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You never know until you try, right? If we’re lucky, we may make it out in one piece.

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Kallen

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…

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Himeko

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If that doesn’t work, let’s continue with the plan Bronie and I had.

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Bronie

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Yep, if we can’t change the situation, we can always change our mind. Just take it slow and see what happens. With our Captain here, there’ll always be a way.

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Captain

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Yeaaaah! That’s me, the legendary almighty Captain, a regular walking encyclopedia of good ideas.

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I threw up my hands with mock exasperation, and finally the tiniest hint of a smile emerged on Kallen’s face.

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Captain

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So, we’re counting on you to lead the way, Kallen.

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Kallen

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Okay. Thank you, Captain.

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Oh no, we don’t have a way to get rid of it.

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We can only look for that secret passage that Kallen talked about.

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Following Kallen’s lead, we searched for a path that would get us out of this dilemma. Before long, we found ourselves at the castle’s periphery.

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To our surprise, instead of swarming with enemies, it was eerily empty.

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Captain

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Ahem… Kallen, is it normal that this place is left this unguarded?

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Kallen

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…

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Kallen

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It’s anything but.

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Kallen

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Before, Theresa had arranged for plenty of guards to be here, but why have they all disappeared now?

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Bronie

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Maybe they were taken out?

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I agree. Before Bronie said anything. I came across some small signs of a fight.

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Captain

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And whoever did this clearly knew what they were doing because there isn’t a lot of evidence of a struggle. Those guards must have been killed before they even knew what hit them. It almost reminds me of…

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???

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…

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Sirin

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Who’s there?

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Sirin casted a magical attack on the trees ahead. The figure hidden in the tree dodged it effortlessly with a quick leap. Her movement stirred the air, and with it came a gentle breeze carrying the smell of flowers.

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Himneko

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It’s rather uncouth to skip your introduction when you meet someone for the first time, you know.

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That figure seemed hesitant but took a step forward nonetheless. With her shadow falling beside her feet, she finally came into our view.

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Bronie

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Rosemary? Why are you…?

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Rita

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Looks like I can skip my introduction after all.

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Sirin

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Why are you hiding here?

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Rita

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Because I want to tell you the latest news-

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Under everyone’s puzzled and irritated gaze, Rita behaved like another person. She wielded the purple scythe, spoiling for a fight with us.

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Rita

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-Your short journey ends here.

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Bronie

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Hey, calm down, Rosemary. Are you insane?

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Rita’s gaze never once strayed from me.

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Captain

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Rita, must we fight each other too?

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Rita

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Captain, I only interfere with your decision this once.

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Rita

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I hope that you could leave the castle right away with them. As far as I know, it’s the wisest choice.

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Captain

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You already knew what my answer would be, and yet you still picked up your weapon.

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An unfathomable smile appeared on her fair face.

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Rita

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Captain, forgive me.

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Battle

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Castle: Betrayal?

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Captain, excuse me.

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Bronie

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Hmph, Miss Rosemary, so this is all you’ve got, I see.

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Sirin tugged at the corner of Bronie’s clothes.

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Sirin

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We have numbers on our side. Nothing to boast about…

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Rita

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I have lost, but I still won’t let you pass.

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Captain

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Rita, Kongming, and she, they are somewhere in this castle, right?

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Rita

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…

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Captain

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So, you intercepted us here is because you’re afraid that once I lay my eyes on her, the…

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Rita

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Not quite, Captain.

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She cut me off abruptly. Rita, who was usually elegant and composed at all times, displayed a hint of urgency in that instant.

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Rita

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I stop you here solely because from the very start, I “didn’t belong to Hyperion.”

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Rita

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Switching sides at the opportune moment was my plan all along.

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“Didn’t belong to Hyperion” … Indeed, from the moment she appeared before me as “Irene Adler,” every encounter between us seemed to be part of her scheme.

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Her past, her motives, why she traveled with us, it all seemed to be shrouded in secrecy. Yet, all the secrets paled in comparison to her own enigmatic nature.

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However, even if “not belonging to Hyperion” wasn’t a lie, it was a feeble excuse at this moment.

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She could weave countless reasons to deceive us, yet she chose to reveal the truth now only to shield me from a fact I’d rather keep hidden from others.

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But I’ve made up my mind. I must find Luna and rescue Kongming, so there’s no reason for me to give up now.

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Captain

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So, you wanted to show us another side of you that “doesn’t belong to Hyperion.”

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Captain

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But I’ve noticed this long ago. From the very beginning, you came to Hyperion under someone’s orders.

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Rita

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…

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Rita

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Well, Captain, you are so perceptive to others that it can be quite vexing at times.

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Rita

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Since you grasp the dynamics between us, there’s no need for me to delve into further explanation.

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Rita

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Unless I fall here, I won’t let you pass.

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Captain

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No matter what purpose you had in mind, when we set out, you’ve made your choice. Rita, are you truly acting under someone’s orders to obstruct me here?

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Rita

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…

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Captain

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Even if you don’t belong to Hyperion, you’re still a trusted ally. After all, we knew each other long before you set foot on Hyperion.

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Rita

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If you’re referring to the small favor at the manor, consider it a mere greeting for our first encounter.

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Captain

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No, Rita, our first meeting didn’t occur when I projected myself as that novelist. It happened during my initial consciousness mapping, correct?

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Captain

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You’re the “first” person who got to know me, aren’t you? You witnessed everything that happened to me in Sapphire, so you should understand my determination better than anyone.

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Captain

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That’s why you’re blocking my way, isn’t it?

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Captain

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Not because you “don’t belong to Hyperion,” but because you “already belong to Hyperion.” You know me better than anyone else. You know that I’ll do whatever it takes to find her, and save her.

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Captain

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So… that’s why you don’t want me to go any further, right?

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Rita

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Heh… Seems you’ve realized it long ago.

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Rita

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Now I am the one who is too dull. I can’t even provide a single answer to your question at a time like this.

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Rita

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However, Captain, if I were to tell you that from the very first time we met, I already had “ill intentions”, would you still believe me?

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Captain

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Well, upon reflecting, almost every time I projected myself, “Rita” was there. Perhaps it’s not the exact same “Rita” who currently stands before me every time, but she has never acted as my adversary, not even once.

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Captain

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So even now, I still have faith that you are our ally. Rita, I need you, please help me find her.

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Bronie

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Although I don’t want to admit it in this situation, Captain is right…

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Himeko

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Even if it was our first meeting, you’ve helped me before.

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Rita

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…

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Bronie

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And the astute Kongming, who can see all the outcomes, never truly took precautions against you.

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Sirin

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Yes. I can’t speak for the others, but you did help me.

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Kallen

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Given the current circumstances, we indeed need more hands.

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Bronie

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Yeah, sort of an ally.

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Captain

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Do you remember? Not long ago, you inquired about how to achieve a gratifying resolution when confronted with two equally demanding situations.

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Rita

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Yes. You provided a quite impressive answer.

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Captain

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However, I am inclined to believe that a “third outcome” truly exists. I perceive things as having more than just two sides, as do human hearts.

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Captain

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I respect your secrets and continue to trust in you. Together, we still discover a path to avoid the impending destruction. I have done it before, so please have faith in me.

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Rita

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Well, based on what you have mentioned, it seems that I too am in search of that “third outcome” just like you.

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Rita elegantly lifted her skirt and performed a graceful curtsy, evoking memories of our first encounter-a delightful meeting unburdened by any worries or concerns.

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Rita

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Similar to how Master Kongming now trusts you, I have never doubted your determination, Captain.

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Rita

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It can be quite challenging to change that inevitable outcome. That is why I am here. But, it seems like I wasn’t necessary.

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Rita

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Since you insist on moving forward, then I am prepared to join you and match your determination.

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Captain

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Hold on, you’ve seen Kongming? Where is she?!

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Rita

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…

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Rita

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Rest assured, Captain, Master Kongming is quite safe currently, but you must hurry. She entrusted a message to me-

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Rita

✦

“The weight of a choice cannot be measured with a scale. Even if neither side’s weight can be borne, a choice must be made.”

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Rita

✦

“But whatever choice you make, I will face it with you. So, please hurry, you still have a chance to stop her.”

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Captain

✦

So, does that mean… I should go find Luna immediately?

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✦

Rita didn’t reply. She simply swung her sickle, parting the bushes behind her, and revealing a grassy and overgrown hidden path before us.

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Rita

✦

Let’s go, everyone, we’re about to meet that lady.

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✦

Rita has rejoined the team, continue moving forward.

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💬

Clear

✦

Successfully entered the secret passage.

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✦

As we continued down the hidden path, I could clearly feel my fatigue.

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✦

Perhaps everyone had noticed it too, so I tried to be more spirited and energetic.

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✦

They must have understood my resolve and directed concern glances at me.

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✦

My legs grew increasingly sore, and as we approached the tower, my vision dimmed… My mind grew hazy… Yet, that sharp sensation persisted, as if it was piercing through me.

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✦

Suddenly, crimson smoke enveloped us, seemingly obstructing my progress.

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✦

But I cannot stop here.

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Captain

✦

This must be… Luna’s room…

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Captain

✦

A room that has long held her residence…

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Captain

✦

HOMU… She’s still likes HOMU so much.

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Captain

✦

Even though the HOMU has become old, been washed so many times, its tag and stitching totally worn… you still hold it close to your heart like this.

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Captain

✦

Wait, you…

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✦

The huge HOMU was sitting on the couch, its soft and furry body wrapped in delicate arms.

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Captain

✦

Is that you, Luna?

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✦

I rubbed my eyes to ascertain what I saw again and then incredulously spoke her name. I saw the girl on the couch tightly hugging HOMU, her eyes shut, not responding.

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Captain

✦

Are you alright? Luna, look at me, you…

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✦

I’m so clueless! Is she still mad at me? Or could it be that she’s been through too much on her own, and has exhausted herself? Or maybe, has she been hurt?

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Captain

✦

I’m sorry I’m late. I’ll take you to the hospital. You’ll be okay just like before. Don’t be scared. I’m here with you.

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✦

Summoning my courage, I reached to hold her hand. A small hand, so cold.

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Luna

✦

Human…

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✦

I finally heard her call me. I raised my head, and she opened her eyes too. Our gazes met.

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✦

Not those distinct red pupils, but darkness…

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✦

A deep, nightmare-like darkness…

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Mysterious Voice

✦

Captain…

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Mysterious Voice

✦

Captain… Can you hear me? Captain…?

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💬

Who are you?

💬

Where am I?

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Mysterious Voice

✦

Captain, I’m sure you remember, we’re in Miss Luna’s castle.

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Mysterious Voice

✦

It’s just that… your location is somewhat… unique…

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💬

I must find Luna.

💬

I must leave this place.

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Mysterious Voice

✦

True to your reputation, Captain, your determination is unwavering.

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Mysterious Voice

✦

However…

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💬

Where is Luna?

💬

How do I escape from here?

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Mysterious Voice

✦

Your body is already…

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💬

No, I'm fine.

💬

I must leave this place.

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Mysterious Voice

✦

If that’s the case, Captain…

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Mysterious Voice

✦

Follow my voice, and you’ll find your way out…

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Mysterious Voice

✦

You must follow closely…

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✦

…

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✦

As consciousness returned, fatigue and pain surged, and I reflexively opened my eyes wide.

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Rita

✦

Captain…

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Captain

✦

Rita, is that you? Did you save me?

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✦

I struggled to survey my surroundings…

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Captain

✦

That’s odd. Did I faint in this room?

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Himeko

✦

To be precise, sir, it was before you entered the room… You just collapsed, and no matter how we tried, we couldn’t wake you up…

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Bronie

✦

Yeah, and it took Rosemary a lot of effort to enter your dream and interfere with your consciousness.

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Sirin

✦

Given her dedication, I forgive her.

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Kallen

✦

But why do you still look so…

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✦

It was only then that I noticed, since regaining consciousness, Rita’s face still wore an anxious expression.

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Captain

✦

Rita, what’s wrong…?

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✦

She gave a bitter smile. Once again, I felt the weakness in my body.

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Rita

✦

You should be well aware, that during our confrontation just now, you were on the verge of blurting it out.

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Himeko

✦

Hey, what are you two talking about? The Commander’s condition hasn’t improved at all?

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Bronie

✦

Both of you have been acting all secretive since a while ago. Aren’t we all allies? What’s going on?

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Captain

✦

…

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Captain

✦

Bronie, I’m fine. It’s just that I’ve encountered a situation similar to the one with Kongming before.

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Captain

✦

I’ve meddled with the world’s workings too much, I must bear the corresponding cost…

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Bronie

✦

No, last time, it was because you repeatedly projected into the past… Wait, you’ve been to this bubble universe before, so…

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Captain

✦

Yeah, I did the same thing for Luna before. It’s just… I wasn’t able to save her then.

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Captain

✦

Because I interfered too many times, the threads of fate between me and them might have already intertwined. Once I cross paths with them in the bubble universe, the rules of the world attempt to erase us.

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Kallen

✦

So your increasing weakness now is because you’re getting closer to Luna?

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Captain

✦

Probably.

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Sirin

✦

Why didn’t you mention this earlier? And what you’re doing now, how is that different from throwing yourself into the jaws of death?

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Captain

✦

I must save Kongming, and I must save her too.

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Sirin

✦

You could have left this to us! You didn’t have to come along at all!

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Captain

✦

No, she ended up like this because of me. I must ask her myself.

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Captain

✦

Because I don’t believe that she’s been doing all this out of her own free will.

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Captain

✦

And if I don’t come… She might escape again. She…

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Captain

✦

She must also be hoping for our reunion.

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Sirin

✦

Still! You shouldn’t be so stubborn!

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✦

Sirin pouted in frustration, something flickering in her eyes.

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Captain

✦

I’m sorry, Sirin. It’s my responsibility. I must take it on.

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Captain

✦

After all, I’ve played the role of a decent detective novelist in the past.

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✦

Recalling that strange experience from back then, I felt better. And with everyone’s help, I slowly straightened up.

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Rita

✦

You should rest a little longer.

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Captain

✦

No need. I’m much better now.

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Captain

✦

Vampires don’t believe in gods… nor in fate…

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Captain

✦

I won’t submit to so-called fate either. I’ve found an answer once before, and this time, I will do it again.

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Captain

✦

I must stop her before she does something irreversible.

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Rita

✦

I see. I will stand by you till the end as before.

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✦

Rita signaled to Himeko and helped me up. She held my left arm, and as if unintentionally, she leaned in close to my ear and whispered…

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Rita

✦

Captain, I shall say this only once, every choice from now on must be approached with the utmost caution…

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Rita

✦

That person wishes for me to assist you in reaching Miss Luna, thereby bringing about that irretrievable outcome.

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Rita

✦

But since you’ve made up your mind, in the face of dilemmas devoid of right answers, do remember your original intent - the purpose that propelled your journey.

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Captain

✦

Who is that person?

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✦

She looked away, not saying another word.

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💬

Castle Balcony

Kallen

✦

We’re almost there…

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Kallen

✦

But… Captain, should we rest here for a moment?

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Captain

✦

It’s alright. I can manage. What’s most important is to prevent Luna from making irreparable decisions.

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Captain

✦

I believe her determination isn’t any less than mine. So, before she takes action… *cough*

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Rita

✦

Captain! Are you alright?

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Bronie

✦

Captain’s condition seems to be getting worse… In other words…

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Himeko

✦

We’ll surely find this Luna if we go up the stairs.

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Sirin

✦

I’ve been waiting for this moment for too long! Finally! I have no doubt we will take her down!

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Captain

✦

No… I have a request for you. Can I handle what comes next on my own?

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Captain

✦

She wields immense power from the Ether Anchor now. Rushing in as a group might lead to danger.

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Captain

✦

Besides, our goal isn’t to be her enemy, but to persuade her to abandon her plans.

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Sirin

✦

But… You alone?

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Kallen

✦

Let me go with you, Captain. I am the one who should bear the weight of all decisions. If it truly comes to the worst situation, at least I can help you…

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✦

She gripped her gun, and I understood that the bullets it held were no different from the one shattering that night.

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Captain

✦

No, Kallen. I understand your resolve now. You’ve long borne the responsibility of decisions made, and that is what truly matters.

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Kallen

✦

…

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Captain

✦

At this point, I won’t allow her to make decisions by herself. Grant me this chance, to speak with her alone.

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Kallen

✦

Okay… Then I will wait here, until you bring her back to us. I will offer my apologies to her myself.

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Captain

✦

*Pant*… Believe me, this time, I will find an answer that satisfies everyone.

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Kallen

✦

Alright.

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Bronie

✦

If she won’t listen, call for us to help.

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Sirin

✦

That’s right. Make sure she understands that you are not alone!

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Captain

✦

I will…

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Captain

✦

…

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Captain

✦

The path ahead…

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Captain

✦

I must tread it alone…

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Captain

✦

Luna, at last…

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Captain

✦

…I’m about to meet you.

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✦

Castle Balcony

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✦

I finally… met you.

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End