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

Just like what she said to Kiana at the end of the story, there are still many trials ahead for them, and they will eventually be defeated.

But now, will she become the Joker?

A sense of unease crept into her heart.

She certainly had doubts about the game's authenticity, but the more she dug into the truth, the more she felt that it fit perfectly with reality and contained hidden logic.

At this moment, she also had a vague sense of foreboding. It was because she felt that she was about to be, or even had already been, discovered that she restrained the other dolls.

But it seems... the situation is still deteriorating.

She seemed to see... a person radiating coldness, with a greatsword burning hot in their hand, slowly walking towards her, their steps steady and unwavering, gradually intensifying the sense of fear they brought.

It's unclear whether it's reality manifested from a dream, or the most terrifying thing transmitted by the grieving dolls.

But at this moment, the sensation of death filled her with terror, overwhelming everything else.

This also caused her core to unleash a momentary outburst of Honkai energy when another unexpected event occurred.

"I...I don't want to die! No! No..."

"Even the Honkai could be defeated by them. Kiana, is there really nothing that can stop you?"

"Humans, yes, I must take revenge on humans. I am the malice born from humanity—"

As this thought arose within it, a sharp pain shot through its heart, forcing reason to return, and its remaining humanity...

It was as if an invisible thread had pulled it back.

It's like the final line, prohibiting their actions.

"...What's wrong with me?"

Su Luo appeared in the theater, looking around at the countless... her kind.

Yes, of the same kind, more than five hundred of the same kind.

The stigmata on his back became obscure and dark. The three-star stigmata was almost entirely covered by black and gray filth, obscuring its luster and rendering it useless.

In this grand theater, she blinked, yet felt incredibly light-footed; with a wave of her arm, she could spin 360 degrees.

Her body was beautiful and light, as if she had detached herself from the human body, but evil thoughts arose in her heart, as if something was tempting her to think in a wicked direction.

She was completely transformed into one of the puppets.

But the puppet theater now lacks the joyful celebration of the past, and it doesn't even seem to be in the mood to create the kind of surprise that would draw countless eyes to Su Luo as she joins this 'big family'.

At this moment, they wished even more than Su Luo that this scene would come later.

Without Su Luo's living aura to conceal their presence, their exposure was practically a done deal.

But in front of...

No, what was that intense pain just now?

The puppets couldn't understand why the theater, which could hold a thousand people, was filled with pointless noise.

When Su Luo opened her eyes again in reality, they no longer had the lively look they used to have. She stared blankly at Kiana, Mei, Fu Hua, Bronya, and the others in front of her.

She pursed her lips and looked at the others somewhat awkwardly.

Kiana and the others naturally sensed the difference between them. At such close range, it was difficult for Herrschers to hide information from each other, and she had just been shaken by that message.

Moreover, compared to ordinary puppets, Su Luo's body at this moment is more like... a mob that has gathered all its power, and its energy is no less than that of an ordinary Herrscher.

The Thousand Herrschers built the theater inside Su Luo's body, using her original body and the holy marks within to conceal it and evade the world's scrutiny. Most of the puppets were hidden inside Su Luo's body, collectively disguising her as a normal human being, almost undetected by anyone.

Of course, it's only close.

But when it is exposed, it is also the most prominent presence.

At this moment, she greeted the Herrschers somewhat stiffly.

"Hello, uh, I'm going first? You guys chat?"

As she tried to turn the doorknob, she sensed an even more dangerous atmosphere.

The intense heat made her hand recoil and freeze in place.

She looked back, her eyes regaining their sparkle, her gaze tinged with bitterness and a hopeful sense of relief.

...

On this day, on her way to the company, Luo Mo ran into a long-lost acquaintance.

He spoke very little with the other person, and of course, the other person's taciturn nature was the biggest reason hindering their communication.

At least that's what Luo Mo thinks.

Who did he see? Kevin!! It was Kevin, who wasn't walking with Sue.

This is quite surprising.

The heroes had all visited the company to varying degrees, whether for a tour or to complete voice-over work.

Of course, thanks to the birth of the first lazy person, Wilvi completed the entire dubbing device at home, making it perfectly reasonable for the heroes to skip work afterwards.

He wouldn't blame them for anything; at most, he just couldn't see the real dubbing issues between them.

Fortunately, after his repeated warnings, everyone, especially Vervie and Mebius, agreed to use live voice actors instead of leaving everything to AI.

They still strictly adhere to the rules.

Moreover, compared to Ying Jie who skipped work, he personally felt more troubled by Ying Jie who was on his way. For example, Alicia's social skills were terrifying. With the added bonus of the game's plot and appearance, he dared to say that he knew more employees than she did.

Thanks to this, she was able to acquire some figurines of the heroes in advance.

And now, Kevin, whom we haven't seen in a long time, has actually come to the company, and without Su accompanying him.

This left him in awe.

But... what is the other person doing with that dashboard?

Kevin glanced at him, quietly sensed it for a moment, and breathed a slight sigh of relief. At least the other party did not show any reaction from a Herrscher doll.

"I didn't expect you to come to the company, Kevin. Aren't you usually sunbathing with Su? Oh, and maybe Qianjie too."

Luo Mo dared to strike up a conversation, leaning closer to Kevin and shrugging.

They didn't care about the slight chill emanating from him, since it was a great source of joy in the summer. You can't just love it when you need it and then discard it like trash when you don't, can you?

"...It's dangerous here, you should avoid it."

After a two-second silence, Kevin glanced at the company building and casually remarked.

"Um……?"

Luo Mo also looked up at him and remained silent... He confirmed that it was his own company, so how could it be dangerous?

He was just a little late for work, is there going to be a gas explosion at the company?

No, no, gas explosions are usually just official propaganda used to fool civilian organizations. There's no such thing as a real gas explosion all over the world.

But Kevin didn't continue to explain; instead, he strode forward and entered the company premises.

Luo Mo was completely baffled, but he really couldn't sense Honkai energy. Or rather, the Stigmata he obtained could only be used for physical constitution and resistance, which was why he could use three Stigmata.

Without the ability to use Honkai energy, how can we conduct detection?

Meanwhile, Alicia rushed over at almost breakneck speed, her hair swaying wildly as she ran, clearly in a hurry.

And beside her... there was also Kevin and Sue.

Luo Mo was now certain; this was the real deal. The one who didn't even have Su by his side had the nerve to call himself Kevin?

Luo Mo scoffed at Alicia's haste.

Upon seeing him, Alicia paused noticeably, then let out a long sigh of relief, feeling much more at ease.

Then, after smoothing her bangs, she couldn't help but say coquettishly, "Luo Mo, thank goodness you're alright... But, Aponia really is something, only informing me now."

"Ok?"

“I couldn’t understand what she was saying, but… she hoped that someone could also overcome human evil, so she gave the final commandment.”

“Discipline…malice…you mean, the Thousand Law Masters are in my company?”

Luo Mo wasn't stupid; he quickly realized what was happening.

He glanced at Alicia, then at the bustling crowd inside the company, and without hesitation, stepped inside.

Alicia and Kevin followed closely behind.

"who is it?"

"It's Su Luo."

Walking quickly towards him, Luo Mo narrowed his eyes, feeling somewhat incredulous.

Is it Su Luo...?

He thought the other person had been working harder these past few days, but it turns out they've become a Herrscher... a Herrscher...?

Wow, they're so capable! Ah, could it be that the Thousand-Man Herrscher is the most suitable worker?

With his mind filled with distracting thoughts, he and Alicia headed towards the top floor, but the moment they stepped onto the same floor, they heard...

"Friend or foe, the choice is yours?"

The greatsword, wreathed in flames, scorched open the wooden door, revealing a hole that grew larger and larger, surrounded by blackish-gray charcoal. The greatsword was held across Su Luo's slender neck, and the flames made her feel a burning sensation.

Kevin's expressionless stance as he wielded the sword effectively extinguished any remaining hope of escape.

Su Luo slowly raised her hands, not daring to move.

Chapter 48 I surrender!

Only after a moment did Luo Mo realize that the Kevin he had just seen was the real deal.

The Skyfire Greatsword before him might not be the real thing, after all, he vaguely remembered that Kallen had traded the Second Divine Key to him... perhaps another deal was made later. After all, Skyfire was a self-inflicted wound... the sword lived up to its name, every time it was drawn, it meant the fall of a warrior of pure love, except for Kevin.

He can pull it out repeatedly.

Luo Mo and Alicia, who arrived from behind, looked at the tense situation inside, or rather, the obvious situation. The battle was almost one-sided, and the Herrscher of a Thousand had already raised her hands in surrender.

But what Luo Mo still couldn't understand was why his deputy had become the Herald of a Thousand? She was such a kind, simple, sunny, cheerful, and positive person who pursued her hobbies and dreams.