Chapter 265: If You Died, Sigurd Would Fall Into Madness
"Teacher Fu Hua, I want to try cultivating the Edge of Taixuan— No, I should say I need to master the Edge of Taixuan!"
The light in her eyes dimmed for a moment, but then Kiana's gaze regained its liveliness, filled with unwavering determination.
Fu Hua nodded, then shook her head.
"I'll say it again—I have no certainty that I can teach you the Edge of Taixuan. And if you are too eager for results, you will essentially cut off any chance of mastering it. Think carefully. Instead of chasing something so elusive, wouldn't it be more meaningful to refine your current abilities to their absolute limits using advanced equipment?"
"But that's not enough to defeat Sirin, is it?"
Kiana responded rationally, her clear, resolute eyes staring straight at Fu Hua.
Fu Hua paused, momentarily speechless.
Kiana sighed and continued:
"She already possesses five Authorities. Even without considering how well she has mastered them, just the sheer energy disparity makes it an impossible battle. And I—no matter how well I follow the plan... At most, I will be able to wield two Authorities when the time comes. The gap in power is just too vast. I'm not afraid of her, nor do I fear a grueling fight. But willpower alone accomplishes nothing. Only by bringing every ounce of strength to its peak do I stand a chance to defeat her and reclaim everything we've lost."
Her logic was crystal clear—so clear that Fu Hua could only smile helplessly.
In truth, Sigurd, Fu Hua, Welt, and even Bronya herself never expected these young warriors to defeat the Herrscher of the Void, who wielded five Authorities and could resurrect endlessly at will.
This battle was meant to make them taste hardship and failure. Only by giving their all and still facing inevitable defeat could they gain a deeper understanding of both Honkai and themselves.
But obviously, the Herrscher Squad, especially Kiana—the one most deeply involved—had an entirely different mindset!
Seeing the unwavering resolve in Kiana's eyes, Fu Hua slowly nodded.
"I understand. If you are prepared for the possibility of gaining nothing and ultimately suffering a crushing defeat... then I can try to teach you."
"Hehe! It's fine—I know you guys have my back. I also know that Sig doesn't particularly care whether we win or lose. But if I'm going to do this, I want to do it right. I'm not a child anymore—I want to show him that I can stand by his side and take on the responsibilities I should bear!"
Kiana pressed her hand against her chest, her smile both sweet and determined.
For a long time now, Sigurd's excessive protection of her had gradually eased, thanks to her own persistence. But Kiana knew very well—he had never truly stopped worrying about her.
For example, he had abandoned his original plans just to return from the Sea of Quanta to check on her. And when they reunited earlier, she had already figured it out—this entire "trial" had been under his constant watchful gaze. If anything happened that he couldn't accept, he would end it immediately.
That's not right!
A commander who pays too much attention to one person is prone to making mistakes in their decisions.
And someone who constantly forces Sigurd to divide his focus and take care of them is not someone who's not worthy to be his partner, nor a competent comrade-in-arms.
Kiana didn't want to be a caged bird in Sigurd's hands forever.
She wanted to be a strong fighter he could truly trust, rely on, and stand beside without worry.
Fu Hua looked at Kiana and let out a sigh.
"Alright, I will teach you."
"Thank you, Teacher Fu Hua!"
"Be prepared—I'm still not optimistic about your chances."
"It's fine. Anything is better than a guaranteed failure, right?"
Kiana smiled. She seemed unconcerned about whether she could truly master the Edge of Taixuan, but the three of them knew—she had come with unwavering resolve.
Just then, the Book of Fuxi floated over, holding a tiny teacup in its hands. It took a sip of tea, then sighed and shook its head.
"Lass, you still don't understand."
"Hmm?"
"For young Sigurd, whether you're strong or not doesn't matter. What he wants is for you to be safe… Why put yourself through all this? Just relax, stay by his side, and let him use his genius without worry. That's the safest choice with the greatest rewards!"
"…I actually understand what you're saying. But with Honkai looming over us, Sig needs all the help that he can get."
Kiana pressed her lips together before continuing,
"And besides, so many people are in danger. I can't just stand by and do nothing."
The Book of Fuxi let out another sigh, then pointed its tiny finger at itself.
"Look at me, and then think about how the Immortal was when she didn't have me taking care of her. If you disappear like I once did, Sigurd will be the next Immortal— No, knowing him, he might become something even worse. I can't even imagine what would happen if that guy truly went mad. What would the world become?"
"That won't happen! Sig knows resurrection techniques!"
"Resurrection has its limits. What if you fall within those limits? And even if we assume the best outcome—yes, he can bring you back. But before that happens, can you imagine his wrath? Ugh, just thinking about it makes my neck feel cold."
"…"
Kiana lowered her head, completely at a loss for words.
Even Fu Hua showed a moment of hesitation.
It was true—Sigurd's concern for Kiana was unparalleled.
Anyone with eyes could see that.
And when considering the fight against Honkai—not just that, but the fate of entire civilization—Sigurd losing control could be the single most terrifying risk of all.
At that moment, the Book of Fuxi stretched out its tiny hands and patted Kiana's forehead.
"So, don't die."
"Eh?"
"I mean it. Don't be like this Immortal next to me and throw everything away in a reckless fight. Remember, there's someone who cannot bear to lose you waiting for you. If you care about him, don't make him grieve. If you care about this world, don't push him into madness because of you. Simply put—cherish yourself. You're far more important than you think. That's my warning to you."
"Alright then, do your best! I'm off to make money."
Feeling that the upcoming discussion would be tedious and beyond its expertise, the Book of Fuxi lazily floated away.
Kiana remained frozen in place for a long moment before muttering absentmindedly,
"But… I heard they're about to introduce a new currency and distribution policy. The money she earns now might be useless by then…"
"You should have said that before she left… Never mind. Just let her be."
Fu Hua first looked speechless, then resigned.
After that, her expression grew serious.
"I fully understand your resolve now. Learning Edge of Taixuan ultimately hinges on enlightenment. At its core, it is about surpassing limits on a consciousness level—a realm with no upper boundary. If you can master it, then yes, it may give you a chance at victory. I will now guide you into the realm of consciousness to show you my understanding of it. Prepare yourself."
"Yes, Teacher Fu Hua!"
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