The Artifact Forger from the Beginning of Collapse

But... we're already here!

Moreover, thanks to the Pokémon Project, an event that changed the course of human history, Chen Li not only obtained a new Miracle Card, 201 Crystals, and 6000 Star Stones, but also a large amount of Civilization Points.

Furthermore, since it would be cheaper to modify the existing collective consciousness, Prometheus 17 was directly promoted to Level 6 Collective Consciousness and was allowed to have independent will.

But they still need to be responsible to Chen Li.

As for Prometheus 17 and May in a certain world bubble...

The former belongs to the previous civilization, because the previous civilization also needed a collective consciousness to see if the other party was willing to re-enter the workforce.

And Mei...

"What? She's a Honkai consciousness?" The Spring Spirit stared wide-eyed at the mechanical-looking girl in front of her who looked remarkably similar to Bronya.

The Spring Spirit clearly hadn't paid attention to the storyline after Himeko's sacrifice, otherwise she wouldn't have asked such a question.

However, the storyline after Himeko is not really relevant anymore. So it's not a big problem.

“That’s right.” Chen Li nodded.

“I originally thought… the Honkai consciousness would be more advanced.” Raiden Mei’s expression was also complicated.

"You're overthinking it. If you were to actually encounter the Honkai consciousness, you'd find that the electromagnetic waves emanating from the Herrscher of Thunder's abilities could even counteract the Honkai consciousness's interference with you," Chen Li said.

Electromagnetic abilities are naturally superior to mental abilities.

These all have historical origins.

"It has been proven that there were no Honkai Gods or Honkai consciousnesses in the previous civilization. It's been a long time since Prometheus 17," Kevin said, rarely speaking.

This has been proven by Alicia.

Prometheus 17 was the virus that hacked into the Honkai in a previous civilization in order to give the next civilization hope against the Honkai.

For this, the Thirteen Heroes sacrificed a weak, lucky, yet great comrade-in-arms.

"Long time no see, Kevin. I have the coordinates of a bubble world here; you might be interested in it," Prometheus 17 said.

"However, after finding the World Bubble using the Second Divine Key, I do not recommend that you act rashly. I suggest... you seek the help of Kaguya Houraisan. You might be able to use her power of [Eternity]."

"Huh?" Kaguya Houraisan, who was playing a game, seemed to hear her own name.

Kaguya Houraisan originally only asked Chen Li to give her a ride home, since she couldn't afford the extra [chat logs] or star stones required for cross-world teleportation.

But I never expected that even just hitching a ride would lead to a job.

……

"Want to increase a guy's attraction level? I don't really know. Because I only research things related to Chen Li."

"It's okay, just use Chen Li as an example. I'll be able to apply what I've learned to other situations."

"Alright. Sirin's Heart-Fluttering Lessons officially begin today!"

Considering that the Great Black Tower could easily force himself on Chen Li and there was no need to increase Chen Li's motivation, Xilin did not doubt the Great Black Tower's motives and began the lesson with great enthusiasm.

"..." Chen Li, who was eavesdropping from the side, silently hugged the little black tower in his arms.

"Little Black Tower, you're the best." Chen Li rubbed his face against Little Black Tower's face.

The Great Black Tower is truly terrifying.

They really stop at nothing.

When Chen Li heard the words "heartbeat value," he knew what the Black Tower was up to.

Let Celine use me as an example of how to increase a guy's attraction level, and then use that on me...

Doesn't your conscience hurt?

Having a teacher like you is a blessing that Xilin has earned for ten lifetimes!

“I’ve told you, being small has its advantages. I bet you’ve been fed up with that old witch, Big Black Tower, for a long time, haven’t you?” Little Black Tower said smugly, then patted Chen Li’s head.

"..." Chen Li looked at the seemingly considerate little black tower and a sentence suddenly flashed through his mind.

This might be the reason she could become my mother...

No no no.

Humans cannot, or at least should not.

“Mr. Chen Li? You seem to have something on your mind. Is it something related to your relationship? Perhaps I can offer you some advice.” Seeing that Chen Li seemed uneasy, Cecilia spoke slowly.

"No, it's nothing, Ms. Cecilia. Are you getting used to living here?" Chen Li asked after shaking his head.

Because Cecilia died at just the right time, the resurrected Cecilia happened to still have memories related to Chen Li, so Cecilia was very polite to Chen Li.

After listening to Sirin recount Chen Li's experiences in the Honkai civilization, Cecilia felt even more grateful to Chen Li.

Healed Siegfried's severed arm, ousted Otto from his position as archbishop, and even achieved a different kind of victory over the Honkai by allowing them to coexist peacefully with humanity...

Cecilia thought Chen Li was a respectable person.

He could have demanded more after receiving the power of miracles as payment.

After learning that Chen Li had spent a full 24 hours inside the Cocoon of the End and must be exhausted, Cecilia offered her timely concern.

"I'm getting used to living here. But even though this world doesn't have Honkai energy, it still seems quite chaotic. Sorry, my description might not be entirely accurate." Cecilia, who had taken a stroll outside with Sirin out of curiosity yesterday, had a somewhat strange expression.

"No, your description is too apt." Although Chen Li didn't know what Cecilia had gone through, this world was indeed a mess.

"Xilin resurrected you in this world, which may be beyond your expectations, but Xilin really misses you..." Chen Li thought of saying a few more good words for Xilin.

“I know that, so I stayed here voluntarily. Cecilia even gave me her spare WeChat account. If she wanted to leave, she could have left yesterday. But I promised Cecilia I would watch the commercials with her and see how her mother was successfully resurrected.” Cecilia smiled gently.

Cecilia felt that Celine's decision to return to her World Cup and revive herself before Siegfried was more driven by her competitive spirit and childish jealousy.

Regardless, it was indeed Sirin who resurrected herself.

Cecilia will have plenty of time to spend with her family in the future, so she doesn't mind spending a little more time in this world with Sirin.

This is what Celine deserves.

However, Cecilia also took advantage of her social media presence to chat with Siegfried for a while and also met Kiana and Durandal via video, so this decision was made collectively by everyone.

For Cecilia, the sudden appearance of another child was not a problem at all.

Cecilia knew that Sirin knew about her contact with Siegfried and the others, but Sirin did not stop her.

“Then you may need some more time. Because Sirin’s biological mother is at a disadvantage in terms of combat strength… so she needs more opportunities.” Chen Li said that Cecilia could revive Sirin’s mother because they were related as adoptive and biological mothers.

“No problem. Sirin doesn’t seem to like Siegfried very much, but it should be okay to bring Kiana and Durandal over in a while, right?” Cecilia asked.

For Cecilia, it was simply a matter of dying one second and being resurrected the next.

Siegfried looked familiar, but Kiana and Durandal seemed much stranger.

So Cecilia wanted to meet the two children.

"It should be fine, Xilin will agree." Chen Li nodded.

Sirin really didn't like Siegfried.

After all, no one would like someone who has been treated with such disdain and sincerity.

Xilin still harbors some psychological trauma towards Qigefei.

Didi!

Chen Li's WeChat Moments notification popped up.

This WeChat Moments terminal is connected to Chen Li's communicator in the world of Collapsed Iron.

So it's certain that some friends from the Collapse Iron World are looking for Chen Li.

[Fu Xuan]: Chen Li, I admit your divination skills have surpassed mine. I concede defeat and will recommend you to General Jing Yuan. Oh, by the way, hurry back to the Imperial Divination Bureau; they're distributing gold bars today.

[Qingque]: Chen Li, whatever you do, whatever you do, whatever you do, whatever you do, whatever you do, do not go back to the Grand Diviner's Office today! Because your identity has been exposed, and the Grand Diviner now wants to kill you.

"How was my identity exposed?" Chen Li sent a text message to Qing Que.

Chen Li was really curious.

[Qingque]: Hmm... If I said I accidentally let it slip, you wouldn't be angry, right?

Chen Li wouldn't be angry, since he hadn't intended to keep it a secret for long anyway. Or rather, he planned to explain his identity before it had to be revealed, to avoid any awkwardness for either side…

As long as Huanlong doesn't know, that's fine.

[Fu Xuan]: Chen Li, aren't you coming back yet? Don't worry, although you're a latecomer to the profession, I will treat you like my own son and impart all my knowledge to you... As long as you study diligently, I'll even let you see my white stockings!

"..." Fu Xuan's tone was too gentle, so gentle that it sent chills down one's spine.

After hesitating for half a second, Chen Li sent a text message to Jing Yuan.

[Chen Li]: Jing Yuan, I have made great contributions to the Immortal Boat Alliance, right?

【Jingyuan】: Of course.

[Chen Li]: Then whatever I want, the Immortal Boat will give it to me, right?

[Jingyuan]: That's right.

[Chen Li]: What if we form an alliance with Jade Oath?

[Jingyuan]: I want as many as you want!