Let the Bizarre Adventure of the Joestars begin.

"Is that how it is?" After listening to the message relayed from the other end, Miss Jeanne touched her chin slightly and began to speculate.

'First, it's certain that Mei, Kevin, and Himeko are all dead, but we can't figure out why they died, or what their cause of death was. This means we have two fewer playable cards left, but our hand isn't too bad.' Thinking this through, Ms. Jeanne quickly figured out what cards she could play next.

From Jeanne's perspective, she has already played one of her strongest cards, namely the small ornament Fu Hua gave her. Mei should be able to quickly determine the age of that ornament. From this perspective, Jeanne has already played the biggest card she could play so far. However, from another perspective, the meaning behind Jeanne's play is definitely not simple, and it is even possible that the ornament directly caused Mei's confusion.

However, after playing that card, and with Fu Hua not showing up, the most troublesome thing is how to convince Mei to trust Jeanne. Of course, if this weren't a world ravaged by Honkai, Jeanne could simply use her Herrscher Gem to prepare everything. But unfortunately, this is a world ravaged by Honkai, and indiscriminately using the Herrscher Gem in such a world would undoubtedly trigger Honkai energy fluctuations that would be detected by the numerous machines here. And since Herrschers are enemies of humanity, Jeanne doesn't know what the Firemoth will do after detecting the Herrscher's Honkai fluctuations. Moreover, Jeanne doesn't want to gamble on such insignificant possibilities. So, for now, Jeanne can only obediently sit here and wait for Mei to come to her.

“Jeanne…” Just as Miss Jeanne began to think about how to play her next hand, Cecilia’s words came through the other end of the communication.

"Yes, I'm here. Just say it, I'm listening." Miss Jeanne casually uttered a taboo phrase in romantic relationships, but Cecilia knew that Miss Jeanne's words meant she was indeed listening attentively, after all, it was a tacit understanding cultivated over more than a decade of getting along.

“I think Mei might not be able to accept the fact that her civilization will be completely destroyed in the end.” Not long after Miss Jeanne arrived, Cecilia expressed her anxiety.

"Can't accept it? That's fine. After all, I don't need her to accept it. I'll erase her memories before I leave, and I'll also make some modifications to Hua's memories. We'll restore the memories when the time comes." As for Cecilia's words, Miss Jeanne wasn't too worried. After all, Miss Jeanne never intended for them to remember her from the beginning. Of course, Fu Hua was an exception, since Fu Hua was someone who connected two eras.

"Is that so..." Hearing Jeanne's words, Cecilia realized that she seemed to have worried about the wrong person again. However, it was normal that Miss Jeanne had already thought of a solution.

"Well, let's disconnect for now. I heard footsteps." Just as Miss Jeanne was about to say something, she heard footsteps.

Miss Jeanne naturally understood what such footsteps meant, after all, there were only a few people wearing high heels in this small base of the Fire Moth.

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Stop looking, there's no need for thanks, after all, mobile phones are really troublesome.

The Genius and the Two-in-One Detective (Part 2): Chapter Ten - The Destroyed Civilization

The little trinket that Fu Hua wore was made of Soul Steel after Ms. Jeanne provided the model. It was inscribed with a spell to enhance memories and a spell to bury memories. Both spells were prepared by Ms. Jeanne for the future, such as when she might need to use them suddenly.

Just as Miss Jeanne had predicted, the two spells soon came in handy. However, Miss Jeanne was unsure whether the spells would last for 50,000 years, since she wasn't confident in transmitting magic across worlds.

However, before all of this began, the person Miss Jeanne was waiting for had already arrived.

"Oh~ Dr. Mei, it seems you know where I came from." Miss Jeanne said, looking at the person outside the door. Her tone sounded as if she had already known that Mei would come. However, it would be strange if he didn't come.

After all, Dr. Mei could be absolutely certain about the time that Miss Jeanne had given her. Similarly, she could be certain that the Soul Steel that the Fire Moth was still experimenting with had not been leaked or stolen. It was precisely because of this that Mei understood why Miss Jeanne said she wouldn't reveal any information without checking. However, given the current situation, it seemed that knowing her information was useless.

"If you want the method to make Soul Steel, then our civilization must have been destroyed just like the previous one." Mei stared at Miss Jeanne, and after a few seconds, she finally said these words. From Mei's words, one could tell that she was unwilling to accept it and that there were other things involved.

“Just as I guessed, you really are someone who can accept that kind of reality.” Miss Jeanne looked at Mei and finally said, “Well then, can we talk seriously now?”

“Well, but…” Mei looked at Miss Jeanne and said meaningfully, and Miss Jeanne naturally understood what Mei was referring to.

"Don't worry, you can't see or hear anything. After all, I already disabled the surveillance as soon as you came in," Miss Jeanne said to Mei. After all, if Mei, a researcher for many years, could think of this, how could Miss Jeanne, a shrewd person, not think of it?

Listening to Miss Jeanne's words, Mei turned her head and saw only a small spatial rift. After seeing the spatial rift, Mei quickly noticed something: what the spatial rift corresponded to. After thinking about that situation, Mei suddenly began to have some doubts about her own safety.

"Are you... the Herrscher of the Void?" But there was no use worrying now, so Mei could only look at Miss Jeanne and ask calmly.

"No, it's just that the core of the Herrscher of the Void is inside my body." Miss Jeanne quickly gave Mei an answer, as if she were completely indifferent to Mei's question.

"Transplanting the Herrscher core? It seems like a viable path besides the Divine Key." Upon hearing Jeanne's words, Mei's brain, as a researcher, quickly began to work. After all, from Jeanne's situation, Mei saw a new path.

"Don't even think about it. Although I'm from the future, all the signs indicate that we are indeed on the same timeline. And unfortunately, I haven't seen any research on artificial Herrschers from your side." Jeanne interrupted Mei's thoughts quite directly. After all, if Mei were to act recklessly, Jeanne might not be able to return to her original timeline either.

"Is that so? But in my opinion, artificial Herrschers are indeed feasible. Although the danger is great, if all Herrschers are not hostile to humans, the problem of Honkai is insignificant." Although Mei heard what Ms. Jeanne said, she quickly made an evaluation of Ms. Jeanne's current situation. However, just as Mei's evaluation was, Otto's plan was indeed a brilliant plan.

Of course, these are all powers that can only be used if one has the power to fight against the Herrschers. Unfortunately, both Anti-Entropy and Schicksal have the power to suppress most Herrschers. Of course, the monster Sirin from another world who ate six Herrscher cores and who ate five Herrscher cores much later is not included in this category.

"But after saying all this, I had no choice but to come, since I need to confirm a few things." Miss Jeanne said this to Mei at the end, as if she were talking about something else.

"I'm sorry, although I really want to believe you, I don't think you're completely trustworthy yet." Mei looked at Miss Jeanne and said this at the end. However, it's normal for Mei not to trust Miss Jeanne. After all, Miss Jeanne only gave him an ornament that had been around for 50,000 years. At most, it made him believe that she came from the future, but it was still a bit difficult to get Mei to hand over the method of making Soul Steel.

"It's normal not to believe me, but unfortunately, that's all I can tell you. After all, your history has been almost completely destroyed. The only explanation for your future is that although someone has already taken samples, it seems that..." Before Miss Jeanne could finish speaking, she was interrupted by the communication. Being interrupted at this time meant that Miss Jeanne's sampling results were already available.

"Jeanne, we've reached the moon. Should we start image transmission immediately?" The voices on the other end of the communication were those of Sirin (Herrscher) and Welt. From their words, it was clear that they had arrived at the location of the largest ruin left by this generation.

“Sure, let’s send it directly. After all, I’ve started negotiations on my end.” Miss Jeanne opted for image transmission quite directly. It has to be said that Walter and Sirin’s communication came at just the right time, because Miss Jeanne had almost thought it was too late since they had only sent those two people out last night.

Soon, several images were transmitted, showing buildings made of a large amount of Soul Steel, with some of the buildings bearing the script of the Mei era.

After seeing these pictures, Mei finally realized that her civilization had been completely destroyed.

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I've finished the first chapter, there's one more to go, and there won't be any extra chapters (probably?).

Thanks to woty for the recommendation vote for "Destruction☆Cataclysm" and to a certain newbie, Nero~Claudius.

The Genius and the Two-in-One Detective (Part 2): Chapter Eleven - The Seventh Herrscher's Handling Plan

The Seventh Herrscher, the Herrscher of Flame, is very strong overall. He burned Australia to the ground in just seven days. Although he is still a bit weaker than someone who wields the Remnant Blade, he is still very powerful overall.

Unfortunately, Himeko, the captain of the fifth squad of the Fire Moth, was the same captain. Under the witness of Jeanne, Himeko eventually became a Herrscher and was killed by Kevin, who had incorporated Parvati's genes. In exchange, Kevin was forever surrounded by sub-zero temperatures, which ultimately meant that Kevin could never have any contact with his lover, Mei.

"So, why aren't you going back yet?" Mei asked, looking at Miss Jeanne, who was munching on a fruit from this era.

"Of course, it's because there are still important things to do. After all, I still have a little bit of things to do here." Miss Jeanne answered Mei's question very casually, as if she were answering a matter of course.

"Do you want to see the Fourteenth Herrscher?" From Jeanne's words, Mei quickly realized what Jeanne wanted to do. Although it was useless to realize it, Jeanne had not revealed any information about her time travel technology over the years. Of course, the name was certain, but Mei couldn't make any connection to this so-called spirit particle transfer technology.

"Pretty much, but don't even think about spirit particle transfer technology, since you don't have a power source anyway." Jeanne said to Mei, but what Jeanne wanted to do wasn't the so-called thing Mei guessed about, the Fourteenth Herrscher. What Jeanne wanted to do was actually very simple: she just wanted to teach Fu Hua a little more before leaving, since Fu Hua's current situation was still quite dangerous.

However, it's normal for Fu Hua to be in this state, after all, her captain had just become a Herrscher and was then easily killed by his own people.

Although, that's just Miss Jeanne's nominal captain.

"Oh dear, it seems I guessed wrong." After spending a bit more time with Miss Jeanne, even Mei has picked up a little bit of Miss Jeanne's aura. After all, two people who are always in close contact will inevitably influence each other.

"Pretty much." Miss Jeanne looked at Mei, who had suddenly seen through her, and for the first time felt that she should reduce her contact with Mei.

"But seeing how frequently you've been in contact with Hua lately, you must be worried about her." Seeing that Miss Jeanne wouldn't say a word, Mei finally had to change the subject to Miss Jeanne's frequent contact with Hua recently.

"Well, I guess so, but there are other reasons besides this." Seeing Mei's stiff attempt to change the subject, Miss Jeanne, unlike her previous two questions, gave a very direct answer.

"Is there any other reason? Could it be that among our group, only Hua survived until you were able to travel through time?" Mei quickly realized why Miss Jeanne had been contacting Hua so frequently lately, although it was probably useless to realize it, since Mei could only let Hua remain as he was in order not to change the future trend.

Of course, Mei isn't without ways to influence the future. After all, with Mei's intelligence, she couldn't possibly be unaware of other things that could affect the future, even if they might never be discovered. But Mei certainly has ways to influence the future.

"Well, let's leave this topic at that. After all, you can't help me anyway." Miss Jeanne glanced at Mei, her eyes changing slightly from before, but she quickly changed the subject. Although Miss Jeanne knew Mei wouldn't do anything reckless, it wouldn't be good if it affected the future.

“Yes, let’s change the subject.” Looking at Miss Jeanne, Mei quickly understood what Miss Jeanne was worried about, so she decisively changed the subject.

"Speaking of which, you probably can't contact Kevin anymore, right?" Miss Jeanne casually asked Mei a hurtful question as a way to change the subject. Although Miss Jeanne only said it subconsciously, it has to be said that Miss Jeanne really knows how to hit the nail on the head.

"...Well, it shouldn't have been his." Faced with such a painful topic as Miss Jeanne's, Mei only paused for a moment before giving her answer. After all, Mei was well aware that her civilization would be completely wiped out, and she also knew that war could not be without sacrifices. However, Mei still didn't quite want to accept it.

"Although I have a way to help you, I might just burn you to death." After a moment's thought, Miss Jeanne, seeing Mei's expression suddenly darken, told Mei what she could do.

Of course, it's definitely not a lie that Ms. Jeanne might burn these two to death. After all, the temperature of the Zanka no Tachi is something Ms. Jeanne has never been able to control very well. And most other fire-type Zanpakuto are also geared towards attack. So, just like the Zanka no Tachi, Ms. Jeanne isn't confident in controlling the temperature. From this perspective, if Ms. Jeanne doesn't control the temperature well, she might just burn Kevin and Mei to ashes.

"Thank you for your kindness, but it's alright." Seeing Ms. Jeanne suddenly say this, Mei smiled gracefully before declining her offer. Of course, Mei didn't actually want to refuse Ms. Jeanne at all; she simply didn't want to affect the future.

"Oh, I see. Then I won't bother you any longer. I'm going to Hua's place." Seeing Mei's polite refusal, Miss Jeanne smiled slightly and said this, as if she truly had no intention of helping Mei and Kevin's relationship.

"Try to talk to that child more. After all, she's the only one left in her team." Mei said this as she watched Jeanne's retreating figure, seemingly not entirely unconcerned about Hua's situation.

"Well, I will."

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In short, Chapter Two is done.

Thank you to bookgoer 1713620926 and woty for the recommendation votes.

The Genius and the Two-in-One Detective (Part 2): Chapter Twelve - I Will Continue to Fight

Hua, a survivor of the Canghai City Collapse Incident, is a member of Himeko's Fifth Squad. Recently, due to Himeko becoming the Seventh Herrscher, only Hua survived in the Fifth Squad.

Now, Hua is lost and confused because of the death of her friend, or rather Himeko.

"Oh, practicing your boxing?" Miss Jeanne greeted Hua, who was throwing punches at a punching bag.

"What's wrong? Is there something you need, Sister Jeanne?" Upon hearing Miss Jeanne's greeting, Hua quickly responded.

"Just came to check on you, though you seem perfectly normal." Miss Jeanne smiled slightly as she looked at Hua, whose expression remained unchanged.

“Now, I have indeed made up.” Hearing Miss Jeanne’s words, Hua knew why Miss Jeanne had come here.

"That's just on the surface. After all, I've never seen anyone practice boxing to the point where their knuckles bleed." But before Hua could finish speaking, Miss Jeanne interrupted him and asked directly.

"..." Hearing Miss Jeanne's words, Hua didn't say anything. Instead, she turned her head away and stopped looking at Miss Jeanne, because Hua knew that Miss Jeanne had already seen through her current situation.

“I wasn’t planning on saying anything to you, after all, Himeko’s death didn’t just affect you.” Saying this, Ms. Jeanne took out two cans of chilled drinks from behind her, handing one to Hua: “You must be tired from boxing.”

"Uh, thank you." After taking the drink from Ms. Jeanne, Hua realized that Ms. Jeanne wasn't there to deal with her business. But if Ms. Jeanne wasn't there to comfort her, then what was she there for? This question puzzled Fu Hua a little.

"No, I'm here to talk to you about something, though it's not that important." Seeing Hua tidying herself up again, Miss Jeanne pulled the tab on the can, and with a soft hiss, she asked the question she had originally come to ask Hua: "Hua, have you ever considered transferring to the rear?"

"Huh?" Hua seemed a little confused by Ms. Jeanne's question. Although Hua had been able to keep up with Ms. Jeanne's train of thought over the years in Moth of Fire, he was still thrown off balance by such a drastic topic.

“Exactly, I’m asking you, do you have any plans to transfer to work in the rear?” Miss Jeanne looked at Hua, trying to discern a glimpse of Hua’s current situation from his face: “After all, think about it, your squad is down to just you, Hua, and being alone will cause a lot of trouble for the rear, whether it’s providing support on the battlefield or participating in other areas.”

"..." Hearing Miss Jeanne's words, Hua tightened his grip slightly, but did not refute her, because Hua knew that everything Miss Jeanne said made sense, so Hua could not find a reason to refute it.

"Well, although I know that Himeko becoming a Herrscher has had a big impact on you, Hua, there isn't much time for you to think about it now. After all, based on the time interval between the appearance of two Herrschers, the Eighth Herrscher should appear very soon. Although I don't know how long that interval will be, I can be sure that it will be shorter than the interval between the appearance of the Sixth and Seventh Herrschers." Looking at Hua who was not speaking, Ms. Jeanne sighed slightly and said this.

"Yes, I know, but..." Hua paused slightly, not because she was organizing her thoughts, but simply because she didn't know how to express what she wanted to say.

"...I see. So that's what you're thinking, Hua." Miss Jeanne looked at Hua, who seemed at a loss for words, paused for a moment, and then forced a smile again: "But, Hua, are you really sure?"

"I..." Hua looked at Miss Jeanne's current appearance and felt for the first time that Miss Jeanne had completely seen through her. However, Hua didn't dislike this kind of seeing through her. After all, this time, Miss Jeanne also knew a little about what she was thinking.

"Have you made a decision?" Miss Jeanne asked Hua again, who still hadn't given an answer. After all, Miss Jeanne could tell that Hua was just lacking a firm resolve.

"I've made up my mind. I'm going to stay on the battlefield, even if I have to rejoin another squad." Looking at Miss Jeanne's face, Hua finally loosened her tightly clenched hand. Her voice trembled slightly, but without a doubt, she had made the best decision.

“It seems you’ve made the right choice. After all, I only have the authority to assign you tasks, not the authority to transfer you to the rear.” Miss Jeanne looked at Hua, who had finally made his decision, and smiled slightly. “So, which squad do you want to join, Hua?”

"You're too cunning, Jeanne." Hua smiled slightly as she looked at Jeanne, who had revealed her true purpose because of Hua's agreement, and then looked at Jeanne: "I'm going to the survivor team. After all, only there can the impact on the Fire Moth be minimized."