Honkai Simulator: Start with Confessing to The Herrscher of Finality

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Kiana's awakening process was far from easy.

Xia Chen's approach resembled that of a dishonest merchant using growth hormones on fruits; while they may ripen and appear edible, their taste lacks genuine freshness.

The same could be said about Kiana's situation.

Her heart hadn't received enough emotional stimulation, leading Xia Chen to choose the quickest method:

To subject Kiana to intense provocation.

In almost humiliating fashion, he goaded Kiana into attacking him. However, with Sirin's power at his disposal, Kiana's attacks appeared as clumsy as a clown's antics.

Clowns can be easily provoked to anger.

Moreover, combat was Kiana's forte.

Regardless of who a person is, when someone trivializes their area of expertise, only a few would humbly seek guidance; most would feel enraged instead.

Kiana was no exception.

If she had been more receptive to learning, she wouldn't have slacked off during theoretical classes. Her disinterest stemmed from her exceptional natural talent in combat, didn't it?

Now, Xia Chen seemed to imply that her fighting abilities were just as poor as her grasp of theory.

Her mental state shattered instantly.

It was at this moment that Sirin seized the opportunity and intruded on her consciousness.

"Do you want to defeat him?"

Kiana recognized Sirin's voice, but without any hesitation, she embraced this desire deep within her heart.

"What do I need to do?"

"It's simple. Just relax gradually, and I will lend you my power."

Sirin's voice carried an innate allure.

This presented an opportunity for Sirin. Although Kiana appeared fierce, she was emotionally fragile, like glass ready to shatter.

As long as Sirin could take control of this body...

Under Sirin's influence, Kiana accepted the power of the Herrscher of the Void.

The moment Xia Chen noticed Kiana's eyes filling with golden radiance, he triggered the Honkai energy surge.

The accumulated Honkai Energy from the previous night erupted, directly empowering Sirin.

"This is..." Raven observed Kiana, half-kneeling on the ground and enduring immense pain, with a furrowed brow.

She was screaming in agony.

She was wailing in despair.

Yet, she wore a mocking smirk.

The dense Honkai Energy began to be absorbed by Kiana's Herrscher Core, causing Raven to tense up like a startled cat, entering combat readiness.

Meanwhile, Xia Chen watched expressionlessly...

No, more accurately, he was observing Sirin.

"I remember you."

As the Second Herrscher gained initial control over this body, her appearance gradually transformed.

Her pupils shifted into diamond-shaped crosses, long white hair parted, revealing black feathered trim at her collar, and she wore a black off-shoulder dress with purple stripes. Over it, she donned white armor extending four flowing edges adorned with Honkai patterns. Behind her floated radiant wings and the Aether Spear, symbolizing Sirin's hope and hatred respectively.

Raven's face involuntarily darkened.

This aura... although unfamiliar, there was no mistaking it - a Herrscher.

What exactly does Xia Chen intend to do? Raise a Herrscher as sustenance?

Sirin, on the other hand, looked at Xia Chen. "The one who has repeatedly humiliated me, I presume this is related to your consciousness."

Slowly, she spoke, "However, considering your earnest assistance, I will allow you to die with dignity."

"Ha, it's not decided who dies yet."

Up until now, his actions were merely to provoke Kiana and maintain control. But now, the real drama begins.

If Sirin fully overtakes Kiana's consciousness, all Xia Chen's efforts would be futile.

Ignoring Raven's puzzled gaze, he produced an object:

The Virtual Interference Device.

In the simulation scenario, MEI conducted research through his body, resulting in this device capable of disrupting the connection between Virtual Beings and Herrschers.

He had been rewarded with two during that simulation.

Sirin felt as if her mind momentarily crashed before Xia Chen, expressionless, stated, "Kiana, I've already granted you the power you desired."

"Now, whether you can master it depends on yourself."

Honkai Energy was present.

The Virtual Interference Device was available.

Apart from injecting Kiana with the Gun of God, he had done everything else possible.

Moreover, this Kiana was not yet aware of being a clone; her psychological defenses remained intact. Previously, feeling too weak had allowed Sirin to exploit that vulnerability and infiltrate.

Now, Kiana's consciousness is at its strongest state, while Sirin's presence is at its weakest.

"Humans..."

"I won't forget you."

"For eternity!" Sirin's voice carried a bitter resentment through gritted teeth.

Just as she glimpsed hope, it slipped away, returning her to despair once more. She knew all too well how resilient Kiana's will was, given their symbiotic connection.

Despite Kiana's occasional laziness, reluctance to think deeply, and impulsiveness—traits common flaws found in humans—her unwavering determination overshadowed these weaknesses.

Throughout this period, Sirin had been relentlessly searching for vulnerabilities in Kiana's will, even creating multiple dream realms in the process.

However, Xia Chen's premature interference turned all these efforts into mere illusions.

Nevertheless, Sirin would not give up.

Kiana collapsed onto the ground, unconscious.

Raven's expression grew slightly complex as she looked at Xia Chen and said, "You should be aware of what you're doing."

She continued, "I won't question the origin of your powers resembling the Second Herrscher, but you must understand the immense harm caused by that Herrscher to humanity."

During the Second Honkai Eruption, Raven was infected with Honkai Energy, leading to her capture by Gray Serpent. After that incident, she lost all contact with her brother.

"My recommendation is immediate execution," she stated firmly. "The World Serpent will not tolerate the emergence of another Herrscher."

A fierce gleam flashed in Raven's eyes.

Although Kevin instructed them to accommodate Xia Chen's conditions as much as possible, the World Serpent was not solely under his control.

She prepared to take action.

Xia Chen calmly responded, "I've reviewed records about the Second Herrscher, but there are some matters... never mind, it wouldn't make sense explaining them to you now. In any case, if you attempt anything, I will intervene."

From this point forward, whatever happens to Kiana no longer concerns him directly. But for now, he vowed to protect her.

But now, he had to protect her.

"The Far East Branch personnel have arrived," he stated calmly.

Raven couldn't help but scrutinize Kiana, memorizing her appearance. Although unable to act immediately, she would seek an opportunity later.

With that, she departed.

Xia Chen sighed and opened communications, sending separate messages to both the Far East Branch and Schicksal Headquarters.

"At 4:56 AM today, Nagazora City experienced a burst of Honkai Energy exceeding 1400hw concentration. The cause was Kiana Kaslana, leader of Moonlight Squad, affiliated with Schicksal's Far East Branch, who has become a Herrscher host."

"Kiana Kaslana has been recovered by me. Awaiting further instructions."