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

"Hi, you're back?"

Duji took a brightly colored cocktail and lazily lay on the sofa in the lounge.

The decor here is opulent, with warm-colored wall lamps shining on the base of wine bottles, and a row of dark red sofas against the wall, creating a cozy little pub feel.

"Would you like a drink? Eden has a collection of rare and fine wines."

"I've said I don't drink alcohol."

The cool voice replied, sounding somewhat familiar yet slightly strange to the players.

It's been a long time since I've seen my friends who went their separate ways, even though I know that one day they will meet again and relive the good old days.

However, different environments shape their growth paths, and even if their will remains unchanged and their wishes remain the same, their personalities and actions will undergo subtle changes.

"Oh, that's a real pity. These are some of the few relaxing and enjoyable things to do in this paradise."

The raven, seemingly used to it all along, continued to savor the wine in its glass.

Although the words "paradise" arouse curiosity.

"If you don't block my way next time we meet, that would be a very pleasant thing for me."

Mei didn't appreciate it and said coldly.

Now, she no longer speaks as gently as before, and she no longer has that timid and hesitant feeling; she is quite... 'straightforward'.

"That won't do. Work is work."

"Looks like you're enjoying your loss?"

"Oh? So confident? Don't forget this is the consciousness space... If that's how you put it, then I won't hold back next time."

"Really? Then I suggest you review the World Serpent's work injury procedures, especially the mental health aspects."

Mei speaks with barbs and sarcasm, showing no mercy whatsoever.

The two locked eyes. They exchanged a few playful banter, neither willing to back down.

"Alright, alright, I'm not teasing you anymore. Staying in Paradise for too long has made your mouth more venomous. Where did that harmless Mei with her big, narrow mouth go?"

"...Don't you have anything to do just sitting here like this?"

"What could I possibly be involved in? It just so happens that the World Serpent has been quite idle lately, with no major actions. The last mission, which Gray Serpent personally took charge of a few days ago, was to accompany the Lord to return the Void Treasury to Otto."

"Void Ten Thousand Treasures?"

Mei's heart tightened.

Now that things have come to this, she naturally knows what the Void Treasury is.

"Kevin...returned the Void Treasury to Otto? Why? Wasn't the original agreement...?"

The raven shrugged. It was as if it were referring to a decision made from above. How could it possibly understand why?

Mei frowned slightly, and Duji caught this subtle change in her expression.

"What's wrong? Are you still worried about your old friends in the Hyperion?"

“…” Mei paused for a moment.

"I'm more concerned about Otto's movements than that."

"trend?"

“That man is just like your lord. He has always been meticulous in his actions and does nothing unnecessary. Their sudden and superfluous transaction like this makes me feel uneasy.”

"Then...why don't you go and ask the Lord yourself?"

Aren't you coming with me?

"Me? Spare me. Let me have a little leisure time amidst my busy schedule. Just tell Gray Snake that you beat me down and that I've disappeared into the music store and my whereabouts are unknown."

The raven chuckled lightly, speaking nonchalantly, as if it truly was just there for a casual chat.

Mei got up and walked out, but then suddenly turned back as if she remembered something.

"...Thank you for telling me this, Raven."

Raven swirled the wine glass in its hand.

"Don't do that, Miss. It makes it sound like I'm waiting for you here to deliver a message. We're just chatting—don't forget, I'm still missing."

[World-famous painting - Kiana in reverse entropy]

Kiana: Old friend? You're the old one! Mei and I are practically inseparable!

[What? Mei's become so assertive? Waaah, finally she's not just a cook anymore!]

[Raven is indeed a traitor to the World Serpent, isn't he?]

I think this is the normal mindset of a working-class person; it boils down to one word.

Mei said nothing more and returned along the dark passage.

Finally, she came to Kevin again.

Under the cold moonlight, the man on the steps stood like a cold sculpture. He sat on his throne and spoke softly.