Miss Riddler just wants to level up in peace.

This pain still lingers even now.

Just thinking about it makes my heart clench.

In the dream, he became a cold-blooded Herrscher who only wanted to destroy humanity, but he cried and even despaired because of the death of a girl.

Mei swore that she would never show weakness again, especially when she shed tears.

Who exactly is she...?

Mei bit her lower lip lightly, feeling very unwilling.

Dreams are magical.

Those memories from dreams, upon waking, seem like insignificant data and are easily forgotten.

She clearly remembered the girl's name at the time, but forgot it all when she woke up.

That must be someone important.

The curved glass reflected Mei's pretty face, and the view outside the window changed from buildings to blue sky and white clouds.

This was a secret operation, so she didn't wear the flashy Valkyrie armor, but instead changed into a blue and white dress.

Mei has a great natural look, and with the help of the clothes, she has actually attracted even more attention.

The white dress, symbolizing purity, tends to be conservative and extends all the way to below the knee.

The bodice features a closed design, with two lace trims around the waist that accentuate the girl's shapely figure. The design, which is conservative in nature, actually highlights the softness of her breasts.

Before heading to London, Mei wanted to make a side trip to Changkong City.

Returning to familiar places, relaxing, and having some quiet time alone?

Maybe both.

Didi————

The cell phone suddenly lost signal and was disconnected from the outside world.

Not only her, but everyone else's devices lost signal one after another.

This is abnormal. This is the most advanced transport aircraft in the world; there shouldn't be any problems with it.

Volume 1: Chapter 10 Changkong City

"Apart from not liking to interact with other people, Mei is perfectly normal."

"The incident in Changkong City may have left her with a lingering shadow."

At the Far East branch of Destiny, Theresa sat at her desk answering a phone call.

Potato chips and snacks were scattered all around, and the single woman's life was mundane and boring.

On the other side was her grandfather, Bishop Otto of Destiny.

Otto, Apocalypse.

They possessed terrifying power and influence, ruling the Mandate of Heaven for five hundred years.

"Grandpa, you don't have other intentions, do you?" Theresa questioned.

"How could that be, my lovely Theresa? Her abilities can help me find the Divine Key, that's all."

"It would be best if it were as you said."

After hanging up the phone, Theresa walked out of the office.

A large number of students gathered in the corridor, discussing the results posted on the bulletin board.

"Yes, I passed!"

"Oh dear... I'm still 20 points short of being excellent."

"Look, Fu Hua and Raiden Mei are tied for first place."

The students were already used to it.

I never expected that besides Fu Hua, there would be such an amazing classmate. It's infuriating to compare yourself to others.

Fu Hua has a very scholarly air about her, which gives people a stereotypical impression.

Mei doesn't like to interact with others, and everyone sees her as an unattainable beauty, consciously avoiding contact with her.

Theresa smiled with genuine satisfaction at the girls' enthusiasm for their achievements.

She then dialed the number, only to find that Mei had lost contact.

..

World Serpent Headquarters, Helipad.

"I'm so sorry! I'll leave right away. I didn't mean to stand in front of you!"

As soon as Raven opened the door, a young girl rushed out from beside him in a panic.

She remembered that the girl seemed to be the jackal's assistant.

"You're scaring people again."

"I can't help it," the raven said helplessly.

The engines started, and a roaring sound filled the rear of the aircraft.

Ziyao lay on the soft chair with her eyes closed, resting. After drinking the reversal potion last night, she woke up feeling exhausted and sore all over, as if she had been beaten up.

However, the effect was also remarkable. Her mental strength visibly doubled, and she was able to control the puppet for up to twenty minutes.

Unfortunately, the doll could only be used for 24 hours at a time. Before she could continue her research, Karen turned into particles of light and disappeared.

Open the system panel —

Name: Ziyao

Innate Talent: Riddler (25% bonus for villainous role)

Innate Talent: Puppet Master lv1

Mental Strength: lv2

Crystal count: 400

"Here you go, the information you requested."

While handing over the documents, Raven also poured Ziyao a cup of tea.

The data records the recent movements of Destiny and Anti-Entropy, including the Far East Branch, which Ziyao specifically instructed.

"Everything is under my control."

The enemy is in the open, while we are in the shadows.

Knowing the script, she only needs to act as a behind-the-scenes manipulator to reap the benefits.

The Valkyrie sent by Schicksal has arrived in London, and Raiden Mei, following the bishop's orders, is currently on her way there.

Upon seeing such detailed information, Ziyao was slightly surprised.

Has Destiny been riddled with holes by the World Serpent?

...

Two hours later, the plane arrived over Changkong City.

This disaster-stricken city is scarred by the devastation of collapse, with nearly 80% of the urban area destroyed and only a small part in the east remaining unscathed.

Ziyao changed into a black hoodie to cover her true face.

Before they came down, the World Serpent had already taken care of their identities.

The speed and efficiency were so fast that even those who make fake documents would be moved to tears.

Name, family, friends, authentication information all modified... a complete set.

After getting off the plane, Ziyao parted ways with Raven.

The two split up to search for the Honkai energy nucleus, which was hidden in some corner of the city.

When the Herrscher of Thunder awakened in Changkong City, the powerful Honkai energy transformed into crystal fragments, which were left behind in the city.

This is extremely helpful for those who study the Laws.

“…”

The streets were bustling with people, showing no signs of dilapidation.

But if you keep walking forward, less than a kilometer in, all you see are ruins and broken walls.

There were several police officers patrolling the streets at regular intervals, so the area seemed to be quite safe.

"You, stop right there and take off your hat."

The patrol officers stopped Ziyao as she walked deeper into the city.

The depths are filled with ruins and mysterious dangers; only someone with a morbid mind would venture in.

"I'm sorry, we were being paranoid. Please make yourself at home!"

Ziyao showed her ID card, and the two immediately performed a Peking Opera face-swapping act, apologizing repeatedly.

"Recently, there have been frequent incidents of mentally ill people suddenly attacking others. Please be careful."

“We have already arrested over a hundred people. These are extraordinary times, and anyone acting suspiciously will be arrested.”

"Thank you for your concern, please continue with your work."

mental illness?

They're probably suicide bombers.

Before the announcement of Destiny, people around the world were unaware of the existence of Honkai.

It's amazing they managed to keep it a secret.

As you walk into the city center, the roads become increasingly bumpy, filled with either gravel or huge potholes.

All of this was caused by the Herrscher's outburst.

It is said that the Herrscher suppressed his power at the time and worked to get the people of Changkong City to evacuate, thus preventing huge casualties.