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

Even though it was only a brief contact, it caused an abnormality in the core of her body.

The impasse before her left her powerless to move forward.

Unwilling to give up, she gritted her teeth and continued to use her skills, but the crack became an insurmountable barrier.

"...Hang in there, Kiana, just a little bit more, and I'll be able to help you..."

A faint voice drifted out, but she remembered it was Mei's voice.

She was suddenly pulled into a space of consciousness, a space where her past resided.

The scene of her first battle alongside Mei, her belief in the power of a hundred people, the trauma inflicted on Mei by Schicksal Headquarters, their encounter in Sky City followed by a hasty farewell, the sweet pepper curry in Sky City, and the hand she couldn't hold...

They had come this far, overcoming countless hardships and obstacles, but now they were forced to part ways.

She had also thought that if she had the power she had now, perhaps everything could be changed…

But now, looking at the door filled with light in her mind, she took a deep breath and stepped inside. Inside was her changed self, waiting for Kiana.

"..."

Even for two people who had wanted to meet for a long time, they didn't know where to begin their story.

"...Is this the depths of the Herrscher's core?"

“…Mm.” Mei nodded.

"Am I dreaming? Why didn't you tell me beforehand?"

"...You're not wearing that coat."

Mei scrutinized Kiana, whose cold expression actually concealed a tenderness.

"Ok?"

"You said you would always wear her clothes from now on."

Mei said calmly, but there was an additional power. A power that Kiana could never resist.

"Ah, this..."

Kiana was a little confused. She scratched her head and looked around, sensing that something was wrong.

"Haha, just kidding."

Mei smiled gently, and the previously frozen space seemed like an illusion. "Kiana, you've changed a lot."

"I don't think we've changed at all."

Kiana's mind instantly clicked, and she gave a perfect answer.

Mei was referring to changes in clothing, strength, and thinking, while Kiana was simply stating that the feelings between them hadn't changed at all.

"Hehe—in the World Serpent, I also learned about some of your experiences,"

"That's right, let me lend you a hand."

Mei said earnestly, "Conquered lightning, accept my power..."

"No matter how many times you lose your edge, I will forge it anew for you."

Kiana opened her mouth, but didn't know what to say. "Thank you, Mei..."

"You should go now..."

"Hmm... next time, it'll be face to face, right?"

"Don't lose, Kiana."

Seeing Kiana preparing to turn around, Mei couldn't help but say something.

She knew how dangerous this was, but she also knew that no reason could stop her from being determined.

"certainly……"

Kiana turned around and smiled, one hand on her hip, exuding confidence, as if she had regained her former vitality.

"After all, with Mei around, it's like having the strength of a hundred people."

"..."

"Ha ha"

Mei couldn't help but smile. They both recalled their past conversations, and that innocent and beautiful feeling was a warm source of strength in their hearts.

"Alright, then... you should really experience the power of a hundred people."

Mei stared at Kiana's departing figure and said softly, full of trust.

Chapter 205: Decisive Battle with Otto