Three days later, Twilight Street.
Chen Ran was holding Bia, walking with Kevin and MEI on this street.
Although the cooldown time reminded by the system had passed, at this moment, he had no intention of simulating anything.
He was conducting an experiment.
"The location of the Fifth Honkai outbreak recorded by Bia is just south, one hundred kilometers from here."
Chen Ran paused and said: "This should be the maximum distance of the Staff of the Underworld, MEI, are you sure it can work?"
"It must work."
MEI, wearing a deep purple coat, held a metal box in her hand, which contained the special weapon she and Prometheus had created over the past three days.
Will of Honkai Interference Device: Staff of the Underworld.
Every grand experiment produces countless strange by-products, and the Staff of the Underworld is one of the by-products of MEI's weapon god experiment.
Since it has been realized that Honkai and human consciousness exist on the same level, and Honkai is a special kind of consciousness, it is only natural that MEI would think about whether it is possible to interfere with Honkai's consciousness.
The true core of the weapon god plan is to replace Honkai with commands generated by coding programs to control Honkai Beasts.
Therefore, there should be some special method to directly interfere with the connection between the Herrscher and Honkai, thus interfering with the Herrscher's consciousness, or even controlling it, just like the weapon god plan.
Thus, the Staff of the Underworld was born.
But now the important question is, no one knows what frequency of consciousness interference device is needed to interfere with the Herrscher and block its connection with Honkai.
Although theoretically, consciousness interference can control the Herrscher, the deviation between theory and practice is still different.
After all, theoretically, as long as the concentration of Honkai Energy is high enough, the Earth can also become a Honkai Beast.
This is precisely the reason they are here.
"The Fifth Honkai will appear in twelve days, let's continue to set up the Staff of the Underworld." MEI paused and said: "This experiment will deepen our understanding of Honkai."
Her weapon god plan has already connected all technical aspects, and naturally, she would think of other experiments.
If it weren't for the fact that the current weapon god could leverage more resources, MEI would have handed the weapon god directly to the higher-ups.
"Okay, Kevin, you protect MEI, and I'll set up these nodes."
They didn't bring anyone else this time; both Chen Ran and MEI were actually reluctant to inform the higher-ups about this operation.
MEI needed to seize her capital, whether it's the weapon god or experiments involving the Herrscher, these would become her confidence within Fire Moth.
Chen Ran's reasoning was similarly uncomplicated; he was just trying to avoid the upcoming tragedy.
The Herrscher of Death has already shown obvious emotional development.
The Herrscher of Flame was previously an outstanding warrior.
The Herrscher of a Thousand People is actually despair over the broken order.
The Herrscher of Corruption has buried everything of humanity.
If the experiment conducted on the Fifth Herrscher succeeds, then these tragedies can be avoided as much as possible, at least theoretically minimizing harm.
Of course, this is just an optimistic thought.
What's scary is that as the system said, after a slight deviation in fate, it will still converge.
"Alright, I'm leaving."
"Oh right, how is the evacuation of the residents here being handled?" He curiously looked at MEI.
MEI casually said: "Although we didn't alert the higher-ups of Fire Moth, don't forget, we are Fire Moth."
Chen Ran: "I understand, then I'll leave the evacuation work to you."
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Twilight Street is a place full of talent.
Here, whether it's someone you want to meet or someone you wouldn't expect, they all exist.
Chen Ran didn't intend to get too close to the people of Twilight Street, but this time he had no choice.
There's no way; their work requires safety. But the problem is, Twilight Street is actually an ungoverned area.
Ungoverned means there's no apparent order.
"Oh, we need to protect this thing for a month."
"As long as the money is in place, Pardo can do anything for you."
In front of him, Pardofelis patted her chest and confidently assured Chen Ran, such a big claim didn't make one feel like she was bragging.
Chen Ran handed over a bank card, casually saying: "The money inside is the agreed thirty percent, you can check it. If everything is fine after a month, then there's the remaining seventy percent."
He paused and said to Pardofelis: "However, if the equipment is damaged or lost during this month, please believe me, we will have many opportunities to deal with each other in the future."
He handed his Fire Moth ID to Pardofelis.
Currently, Fire Moth is not very famous, but it is also an organization established by the United Nations.
Pardofelis instinctively felt a bit scared, but the temptation of money still overcame her fear.
She confidently said: "Don't worry, I, Pardo, am known for keeping my word."
"Let's hope so."
Chen Ran took a deep breath and continued to look for places to set up the Staff of the Underworld.
Seeking Pardofelis's help was truly his last resort.
Twilight Street is a chaotic place, but in chaotic places, there are also hidden rules.
He didn't want to waste time on this, so he needed to find someone who is well-versed in these rules.
Pardofelis is timid but greedy; aside from luck, her ability to survive in Twilight Street naturally comes from her survival philosophy.
Chen Ran didn't quite understand her philosophy; anyway, his philosophy is that he pays, and Pardo works.
As for Binding…
Don't forget, he is Fire Moth.
This time when he went out, he also brought the weapon that Vill-V made for him.
Pardo immediately surrendered when she saw the large-caliber wind pressure weapon.
Even because Chen Ran had a weapon and gave her a large sum of money, she instantly felt that this person could be dealt with.
However, after Chen Ran left, she still subconsciously felt weak in the knees.
"Sigh, Twilight Street is really becoming more and more unstable."
"I always have a bad premonition."
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While Chen Ran was setting up the Staff of the Underworld, Kevin and MEI were also working diligently.
Kevin admitted that when Chen Ran gave him space to be alone with MEI, he was excited inside.
This is what a good brother is!
But later, he found that the things he had to do were increasing, and he felt like he had been schemed against by Chen Ran.
"Let's go, we have limited time."
After notifying the personnel in a certain area to evacuate once again, MEI's voice inevitably filled with weariness.
Not wanting the higher-ups of Fire Moth to know about the ongoing experiment, Kevin and MEI could only use such a primitive method to inform people to evacuate.
Even the clever MEI could not avoid this tedious repetitive work.
Because the areas predicted by Durandal to be covered by Honkai were chaotic and disordered regions, where even finding a strong government to assist in the evacuation was impossible.
So, all she could do was ensure the notifications were made.
As for what would happen to those who did not trust her after the Honkai Manifest...
That was beyond her concern.
"Okay."
Kevin was still acting as MEI's driver, heading to the next location.
MEI sat in the passenger seat, her eyes slightly squinted, looking as if she was resting.
Kevin dared not disturb her and tried to keep the vehicle steady.
While he was driving, MEI suddenly spoke up, "Kevin, what do you think about the current situation?"
"Uh, are you referring to this experiment?"
Kevin was slightly taken aback and instinctively said, "I can't understand that data, but seeing you and Chen Ran looking so confident, it should be successful, right?"
"The success of the experiment depends on its implementation." MEI did not open her eyes but chatted aimlessly, "I wanted to ask, what do you think about your current life?"
Kevin fell silent for a moment.
"We haven't had such a quiet chat in a long time, have we?" MEI smiled and said, "The last time was probably in Nagazora City, when we sat together in the park."
MEI reminisced about the past, and Kevin recalled that scene as well.
"Yeah, I remember you said that every star is an enemy."
He sighed, "I didn't expect it to be a self-fulfilling prophecy."
A faint smile appeared at the corners of MEI's mouth, "I don't know if it's a self-fulfilling prophecy, but I do know that human thoughts, perspectives, and futures are definitely not limited to an ordinary planet called Earth."
"Do you know, Kevin, sometimes I really envy you."
"Envy me for what?"
"I envy your adaptability to Honkai Energy, your talent, and your purity." She said, "My body is weak, perhaps that's just the imperfection of humanity, so I can only use this frail body to communicate with you, with the world, and with Honkai."
"I am destined not to reach the future, even if my consciousness can spread in higher dimensions, even if Prometheus can act on my will thereafter, I still cannot see the future."
"But if it's you, Kevin, you can go further than I can."
Her smile remained, "If one day you can walk among the stars, then tell me what the stars look like, okay?"
Kevin fell silent.
He chuckled and said, "Why are we suddenly talking about such heavy topics, MEI? Did something happen?"
"Earlier, Chen Ran conducted an experiment on Nuwa."
MEI opened her eyes and finally stated her purpose: "I hope you can also participate in this experiment. No, to be precise, I will personally learn and host this experiment, and you will be involved."
A hint of battle intent flickered in her eyes.
It was a defiance against fate.
After Chen Ran conducted a special gene injection experiment on Nuwa, MEI also obtained a set of data and researched the relationship between Honkai genes and human genes.
After that, she understood the essence of the experiment Chen Ran was conducting: using the human body to slide into Honkai.
From MEI's perspective, the argument she had with Chen Ran that day was utterly meaningless; Chen Ran did not even criticize MEI from any standpoint.
If MEI was still hesitating between the human standpoint, the civilization standpoint, and the Honkai standpoint.
Then Chen Ran had already slid into the Honkai standpoint.
It was just that at that time, she was emotionally unstable, so she did not express such thoughts.
Sometimes, people are like this; they can't win an argument, but when they reflect on it, they find 180 ways to win.
However, verbal disputes did not affect MEI's thinking.
She would not hold any prejudice against Chen Ran or throw a tantrum because of it.
On the contrary, she admired Chen Ran.
After all, the experiment Chen Ran conducted on Nuwa was essentially an elevation of human genes, exploring a path to overcome Honkai.
During this time, aside from researching the War God, she was studying that experiment.
"Your body is already perfect enough, but I hope you can go further."
"Besides human power, you also need to master the power of Honkai. Only then will you have hope to reach further into the starry sky and discover more civilizations."
"This could be considered a willful request from me."
MEI's body had no adaptability to Honkai Energy.
This destined her to be unable to undergo transformations like Nuwa.
So, she could only impose her will on Kevin.
Kevin nodded, "Okay."
MEI's eyes showed a hint of surprise, "You're not hesitant?"
"You know, I've never really had strong opinions."
Kevin chuckled and said, "So, as long as it's your request, I will agree. Because I know you never make unreasonable demands."
MEI was silent for a moment and then said softly, "So, in your eyes, I am actually this kind of image?"
"Yeah." Kevin said, "You always seem to find the right direction, which makes people feel very secure."
"In that case, you wouldn't mind agreeing to one more willful request of mine, would you?"
MEI smiled brightly, "Kevin, let's date."
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...
Chen Ran was still unaware that his roommate had left the ranks of single people.
But even if he knew, it wouldn't matter; after all, the culmination of fate was like this.
If Kevin and MEI were not together, that would be a big problem, considering that Kaslana's genes also contained MEI's genes.
However, that was not something he needed to consider.
"The establishment of the Staff of the Underworld has reached the predetermined point; now we just need to wait for the Honkai Manifest."
"Ha, if it weren't for wanting to obtain first-hand data, this should be the job for number 666."
At this moment, Chen Ran should have entered the simulation scene.
After all, the third simulation scene should be nearing the reward phase under ideal conditions.
Moreover, he had not completed his transaction with Otto yet.
"I wonder how Wendy is doing now."
He felt a bit worried.
After all, the speed at which the Herrscher appeared was increasing, which meant that his butterfly effect had already impacted the world.
And now, there were still no ideas regarding the terminal nodes of the Stigmata terminal, let alone the all-encompassing connection that only existed in Wendy's words.
"Ha, if the inertia of fate is strong enough, then everything I am doing now is still destined to end in that conclusion."
"If the deviation of fate causes the inertia to deviate from its original track, then I would be the civilization of Destruction five thousand years later."
"The trolley problem, one for one, forget it, I won't think about it."
Chen Ran suppressed his thoughts and then arrived at a village.
This was the location predicted by Bia to be the center of Honkai, and it was also where he needed to place the Staff of the Underworld at the nearest point.
However, as soon as he entered, he was stopped by the villagers.
"Who are you? What do you want?"
"If you're here to buy or sell something, please do it outside; the village does not allow anyone to enter."
Chen Ran raised an eyebrow slightly.
This area was almost entirely an ungoverned zone, so it was not surprising that there were strange regulations in some places.
However, he needed to conduct a blocking experiment.
"Sir, I am here to trade with you."
He took out a stack of cash from his pocket, and the person blocking him was immediately dazzled.
"Let me install something for half a month, and I will watch over it here; you don't need to take care of me."
He paused, "Of course, I also want to remind you that a great disaster is coming soon, so it's best to leave early."
However, as soon as Chen Ran finished saying this, he heard another young man snicker.
"A great disaster, is that referring to a huge monster?"
"Don't joke, those monsters wouldn't dare come here."
Chen Ran raised an eyebrow, "Have you encountered them?"
"Of course..." The young man wanted to say more, but was covered by an older person's hand.
"Don't listen to his nonsense, but you can't install anything here. You should leave quickly, or we will have to kick you out."
A hint of suspicion flickered in Chen Ran's eyes.
Clearly, the people here had seen Honkai Beasts, perhaps more than once. Otherwise, that young man wouldn't be so smug.
And this village's unusual insistence on driving people away, even with money offered, was strange.
This village had secrets.
And combining it with the plot he already knew...
"Alright, I will leave immediately."
Chen Ran took Durandal and left.
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