To create Honkai Impact 3rd in a world where Kallen exists.

She coughed twice, seemingly agreeing with the idea.

"So are you going or not?"

"Go ahead, why wouldn't I? I've been wanting to see what kind of environment can nurture a bunch of Herrschers for a long time, to see what kind of blessed land can produce such outstanding people!"

The one who knew the law spoke with conviction, and even subconsciously puffed out her chest to show that she would never back down.

Moreover, in both worlds, this place is a paradise for Herrschers, and she has long had the urge to experience it for herself.

...

When the stargazer returned home, or more accurately, when Theresa's home,

Theresa was still reeling from the shock of joining the Herrscher class, staring blankly at the air in front of her.

I'm too lazy to even tidy up the comic books on the table; I have absolutely no desire to read them.

She felt her school was doomed, with more and more Lawbringers appearing, which, along with her unhappiness, was causing her distress.

"You don't look very good, do you?"

Guan Xing spoke softly and slowly, her hands moving swiftly, her small hands deftly weaving between the teapots, scalding the pot, placing the tea, pouring the tea from a high position, smelling the aroma, tasting the tea—all done in one smooth motion. Her movements were truly pleasing to the eye, and her slightly wide sleeves did not hinder her in the slightest.

She picked up her teacup, blew on it, and glanced sideways at Theresa and Luo Mo, who was looking up information beside her.

She clearly has the same blue eyes as Theresa, but her temperament is completely different. Luo Mo thought to himself, "She's so strange."

Even Theresa, who was originally engrossed in the fact that Herrschers were everywhere in Future Academy, followed the aroma of tea and looked over, sighing as she spoke to Stargazer.

"I'm the headmaster, I'm responsible for this academy. Having another herald inevitably means more danger, how can I be at ease?"

She was a little annoyed. She picked up the scalding hot tea beside her, took a slow sip as if stargazing, and said with a strange, distorted expression,

"It's not even as good as bitter melon juice!"

In response to Theresa's comment, Stargazer raised an eyebrow. "Have you considered that it's your problem? Normal people would prefer tea, not some weird liquid, right?"

Seeing this, Luo Mo, who had already taken a sip, nodded frantically and said what he had wanted to say for a long time: Theresa's taste buds were as amazing as ever.

Logically speaking, she couldn't possibly be man-made, but the fact that she still liked bitter melon juice so much puzzled him. Could this be the world's powerful healing ability?

"You!" Theresa glared at Luo Mo. "Bitter melon juice is so delicious, how come you don't like it?"

"Have you ever thought that Herrschers might be like that too? Perhaps you're just overthinking it," Stargazer said calmly. However, she wasn't very familiar with the history of this world; the idea that Herrschers were enemies of humanity was practically etched into the textbooks of the Valkyrie of Destiny.

"...I admit that my fondness for bitter melon juice might be a bit niche, but the idea that Herrschers are harmless is quite sensational in the entire education world... My Far East Demon Cave, no, St. Freya, other branches have long been too afraid to come here, and even when I go to visit, they have to approve the list of people several times..."

Theresa complained bitterly, saying that compared to her academy, she herself was already quite normal, okay?

The culprit who caused all this was still leisurely drinking tea, which made her feel even more resentful.

There was a time when everyone complained about the high operating costs of the Far East Branch, and she didn't want to be at the mercy of others... But wasn't this reversal too fast? After guessing St. Freya's plan to fight the Honkai, they were all amazed, and then the passage was closed, and they stopped mentioning her budget cuts.

Although the outcome was achieved, and things were developing step by step as expected...—though not exactly as she had hoped,

But she still felt inexplicably uncomfortable, as if something was off about certain parts of the process.

"Tsk, looks like you've had it tough too~" Stargazing looked at Theresa, and instead of arguing further, he said with empathy for her.

But life goes on no matter what, so how can it not? Theresa shook her head, a look of unspoken understanding on her face, knowing the bitterness and sweetness of life only she knew.

As for the troubles, there's nothing that can be done about them. Himeko is left to her own devices; hopefully, she can accept this pleasant situation. Soon, she became a hands-off manager.

"Oh? Speaking of which, that bottle of osmanthus wine is almost ready. Although there's a problem with the aging process, we can still open the jar and have a small drink. Mr. Assassin, are you available tonight?"

After finishing his drink while gazing at the stars, he casually asked a question as he was about to go upstairs, as if it were just a casual remark.

"Hmm? Sure, let's have a drink sometime~" Luo Mo was a little surprised, but agreed.

He's never even seen stargazing while drinking up close, so why would he disagree with such a good thing? Could it be that he's the one being taken advantage of?

"That's good," she said, glancing back at Luo Mo with a fleeting smile.

...

Luo Mo and Guan Xing drank wine in the courtyard.

Raise your cup, the moon in the cup, the moon in your eyes, the moon in your heart—three moons together paint a picture: the bright moon like a waterfall, its light like a white ribbon quietly spreading into the courtyard.

The night is long, the evening breeze is gentle, the moon shines brightly, and the stars glitter.

Pouring a cup of wine while waiting for the night, a moment of leisure and elegance.

The evening breeze rustled the treetops under the moon, and the fragrance of flowers from next door wafted into my nostrils, conjuring up a scene of trees and blossoms before my eyes.

The fountain at night, devoid of its daytime clamor, flows quietly, possessing a unique charm.

In the clear night sky, the Milky Way cascades like a waterfall, the bright moon shines, the Big Dipper gleams, and countless stars roll across the night sky like a scroll.

The stars fill my eyes, and you are the only thing I see when I close them.

Looking into Guan Xing's eyes, Luo Mo saw a bright moon, shining exceptionally. The emotions in his eyes were almost impossible to hide. His first impression was that it was beautiful, a beauty that penetrated the heart.

"So why do you always like to tease others? Like Theresa, is it because you want to see her funny expression?"

She sat upright on the stone bench, which was a little cool in the evening, making her uncomfortable. She frowned slightly, but quickly relaxed, took a sip of sake, and asked,

It had a playful and teasing tone, like an ordinary, everyday conversation.

That was osmanthus wine, brewed by her in imitation of the recipe from her memory.

As for why she chose this wine... it also carries a deeper meaning. She drank this wine when she first met him, and she vividly remembers him saying with a wry smile that he would pass out after just one sip.

Although I don't believe in superstition, how can there be such a logic in the world?

But after the other person drank it, she believed it. She wonders if the other person now knows that they get drunk as soon as they drink osmanthus wine.

Hmph, it wouldn't hurt to give it a try.

“Because… I’m afraid of being alone,” Luo Mo replied with a smile. He didn’t know if it was true or not. He had long since lost the ability to tell whether what he said was true or not. It’s hard to say that someone does something for a single reason.

He sniffed the rich aroma of the wine in his glass, which carried a faint, refreshing floral scent, and hesitated for a moment before taking a sip.

He doesn't drink often. Although there are some social engagements he has to attend, he always manages to keep his alcohol intake between being drunk and sober. Besides, he's at home this time, so he has no worries.

Thinking of this, he took a small sip, and the taste suited him.

"?Lonely--"

Guan Xing was genuinely surprised by this answer, and her beautiful eyes were filled with doubt.

"Yes, loneliness... I'm afraid this is all a dream."

"Strictly speaking, I haven't known them since childhood, or even the world,"

“I was always afraid that one day these things would leave me, so I dared not get too close to them. But the feelings between them were so attractive that I wanted to join in, so I went back to the past to warm the fire in my heart.”

He spoke at a fast pace, as if he had already thought about it, and once he had someone to confide in, everything came out at once.

Is this... the truth or a lie?

In the end, Luo Mo couldn't resist taking a sip of the wine. The floral fragrance was quite enchanting, and he liked it very much.

Judging from Guan Xing's appearance, she shouldn't get drunk; she can take good care of herself.

When he saw him take another sip, Guan Xing smiled, but Luo Mo couldn't see it because the wine glass was blocking his view.

She was certain that he was going to get drunk this time.

“A lie,” he said softly, but couldn’t help but chuckle, because he found it inexplicably funny.

"Hmph, I knew it. You're always like this, never telling the truth."

Guan Xing squeezed the wine glass tightly, his fingertips turning slightly white.

But she wasn't angry, because tonight she was determined to get to the bottom of things.

Chapter 133 Three Uninvited Guests and a Discussion of Heroes over Wine (Part 1)

"Don't say that. Sometimes, when I tell too many lies, I can't tell whether I'm lying or telling the truth."

He hiccuped, his eyes somewhat vacant, staring at the empty glass in deep thought.

Am I really that bad at drinking? How come I can't handle it?

"Hmph, you say it, I'm listening. I'll judge for myself whether it's true or false."

"The truth is... seeing their expressions of joy, anger, sorrow, or helplessness, I felt an indescribable reality; they truly and vividly exist in this world."

Luo Mo said softly, "Of course, as for the loneliness I mentioned earlier, it's not entirely untrue either."

The night wind ruffled his hair, and he felt a little dizzy, his tongue seemed slurred, and he felt like he was saying things without thinking, thinking that it wouldn't be a big deal to say them...

"...You have your own unique style."

Guan Xing nodded, glanced at the sky, and started calculating the time with his hands.

I feel like it's about time; it's about a good time.

"Huh? What did you just say?"

Luo Mo's vision was blurry, and he felt that she must be drunk. He asked curiously.

Guan Xing smiled, her eyes crinkling mischievously. It seemed the time was right for her to begin today's main event.

"Mr. Assassin, among that group of girls, is there anyone you like?"

"?"

"No?" She tilted her head.

She didn't believe it. She liked all the girls in the game, let alone him, who spent every day with them.

"Yes, I like ducks. They're small and soft, and they like white stockings. Seele is the same, dual personality, double the fun!"

"Kiana is a bit silly, but she's still usable. Sigh, it feels like raising a daughter."

"Mei is a famous cook, a gentle and wifely woman. With her around, Kiana definitely won't have to eat instant noodles like her ancestors!"

"Theresa is small, soft, and quite easy to fool; I could fool her a hundred times over. It's a shame she's a little slow..."

"Oh, and Alicia too, that's wonderful. Seeing her every day, teasing her now and then, makes life so much more interesting. She's the pink fairy, you know, back then..."

His head was spinning, and he suddenly realized something was wrong, but the alcohol-numbed brain made him feel that it wouldn't hurt to say it.

With blurry eyes, I looked at the stargazing object, my hands already clenched tightly.