Honkai Impact 3rd: Chiyou's Survival Guide

"Huh? There seems to be someone in front!" At this time, Xilin, who was temporarily acting as the commander of the team, slowly noticed something strange.

"Should we go over and contact that person? Damn it... why hasn't Fu You come back yet?" Having lost her backbone, Xilin was unable to advance or retreat for a moment. She didn't know what to do and could only grab her hair in frustration.

Chapter 119 Slanderer

Inside Chiba Academy, Fuyou casually picked up Yaezakura's katana and swung it around, then, noticing it wasn't working well, threw it back. For him, swords and fists were much more useful than this thing.

"Do you know this guy? She just acted like she was willing to go through fire and water for you, even her own life."

Looking at Yaezakura, Fuyou was puzzled. He had no idea Theresa and the fox-eared girl knew each other. Could she be a new friend Theresa had made in recent years? However, the Honkai events that had occurred in recent years hadn't reached the level needed to support a Pseudo-Herrscher... For a moment, Fuyou looked at Theresa with increasing confusion.

"I said I don't know her, do you believe me?" Theresa was also confused. She didn't know anything about the cherry-haired girl who risked her life to "save" her, but she didn't have the slightest impression of her.

"Forget it, I'll take Yuno to Kiana and the others first."

Unable to figure it out, Fuyou shook his head, said hello to Yuno, and prepared to leave.

"I'll go with you! I haven't seen Kiana for a long time!" Upon hearing this, Theresa immediately lost her composure and immediately stood in front of Fu You.

"Now is not the time for you two to meet... Theresa, you should stay here. This Herrscher and the Valkyries all need your care."

Pointing at the unconscious Yae Sakura and the scattered Wendy and other Valkyries, Fuyou spoke slowly. Hearing this, Theresa calmed down. Fuyou was right. Besides, he would send Kiana back soon, so there was no need to worry about this short period of time.

"As for Kiana and the others, I'll have Jizi take them away later. Remember to be tolerant of these little ones in Saint Freya, otherwise Cecilia will be disappointed."

After waving casually to Theresa and motioning Yuno to follow, Fuyou slowly turned around.

"Cecilia..." Theresa muttered the name, seemingly moved. She lowered her head, a look of sorrow on her face. Even after so long, Cecilia's "sacrifice" remained like a thorn, deeply embedded in Theresa's heart. ... Ever since Theresa gained self-awareness, everyone had marveled at her remarkable potential and immense power, rather than viewing her as a separate "person." Only the Saint of Shaniat hadn't considered herself merely a test subject; she had become a close friend. Theresa had secretly vowed to protect Cecilia's safety. Back then, after Cecilia gave birth to Kiana, Theresa had rushed back home at full speed, having just completed her mission.

"Theresa, you're here at the right time. I'll trouble you with the task of naming the baby!" Facing Cecilia's smile, Theresa carefully took the newborn baby.

"This child is so beautiful... why not name her Kiana (Moonlight Goddess)?" Theresa suggested, gazing lovingly at the infant in her arms and then at the bright moonlight outside the window. This was the origin of the name "Kiana." Afterward, Theresa was given the role of Kiana's godmother by Siegfried and Cecilia. Everything seemed to be heading in the right direction, but after the Second Great Collapse, everything changed. The saint Theresa had secretly vowed to protect was confirmed dead. At the memorial service, Theresa was overcome with grief, tears streaming down her face—even after facing an Emperor-level Houkai beast just after her birth, she hadn't shed a single tear. Then, Siegfried fled with "Kiana," and the last person Theresa had wanted to protect also left her. In the years that followed, without Cecilia, Theresa lived in a daze, constantly numbing herself with academy life, indulging herself in indulgence and laziness, like a walking corpse. Until just now, she had encountered the powerful figure who had once served alongside the Herrscher of the Sky. He had personally promised to hand over his beloved niece to her. During the Second Collapse, he had never deceived her before, and Theresa was convinced he wouldn't lie this time either. ...And now, the news about Kiana had warmed Theresa's nearly dry heart.

"Don't worry, leave Kiana to me. I won't let Cecilia down!" Theresa raised her head firmly, a flicker of excitement in her eyes. At this moment, Kiana had become the last vestige of peace in her heart. All the unfulfilled feelings Theresa had for Cecilia were now placed on this niece she hadn't seen in a long time. If her grandfather dared to have any ill intentions towards his niece, Theresa would absolutely fight Otto to the death.

"Kiana... can be considered as the last continuation of Cecilia in the world, right?" Looking at the other party reminiscing for a long time, and then speaking with a somewhat sad and determined look, Fu You couldn't bear to keep this white-haired dwarf in the dark any longer.

"There's no need to be so tragic. If you look like this, people who don't know would think Cecilia is dead..." Fu You said jokingly, pretending to be ignorant.

"Ah?" Theresa was stunned when she heard that. Her lips moved slightly, but she didn't say a word.

"Huh? Don't you know? Cecilia isn't comfortable showing up in public, but Siegfried has been wandering around for so many years, I thought he'd already told you."

Throwing his hands in pretended surprise, Fu You coincidentally said something else.

"I remember back in Siberia, before Siegfried returned to the Skyward Headquarters, Cecilia specifically said goodbye to him. I thought Siegfried would tell you..." "Oh no! Did I say something wrong? What should I do if Siegfried blames me for this?" Fu You covered his mouth repeatedly, looking annoyed at his own mistakes. This performance was incredibly exaggerated. If it had been against Otto or Walter, it would have been easily seen through. But with Theresa, it was just right.

"Siegfried, he, I..." Theresa's face flushed as she spoke incoherently. She was extremely surprised to hear that Cecilia was alive, but at the same time, she also felt a bit of resentment towards Siegfried.

"I saw Siegfried recently and he looked free and at ease. Who knew he didn't tell you that Cecilia was still alive?"

Seeing that Theresa had not yet recovered from what he said, Fu You "comforted" her, and in the meantime added fuel to the fire for Theresa who was about to explode.

"Besides, Kiana was sent to me because that guy was having affairs and Cecilia found out. But considering Kiana's young age, she was sent to me!" Now, Cecilia survived, Kiana was going to St. Freya to attend school, and Theresa received news that her best friend was still alive. Fuyou could continue his quiet life, and everyone had a bright future. ...But Siegfried was the exception. Because of rumors spread by a certain Honkai Beast, he would be on Kiana's radar, and because of the instigation of that same anonymous Honkai Beast, he would face Theresa's concerns in the future. From then on, a world where only Siegfried was injured was achieved.

"Zige Fei!" Hearing this, Theresa, unfazed, immediately shouted angrily at the man. But a smile spread across her face, tears streaming down her cheeks, making her look like she was going crazy. Yuno, standing beside her, flinched and stared at Theresa in fear, completely bewildered.

Chapter 120: Honkai Beast Obsessed with Popularizing Education

Fuyou led the lingering Yuno back to where Xilin and the others were resting. Separately, sensing the girl in the distance, Xilin felt a dilemma. Few who survived this massive collapse were easy to mess with. If it were a decade ago, with all six powers gathered, she wouldn't have been afraid of potential threats. But now, having been out of training for so long, Xilin wasn't sure she still had the strength she once had... So, Xilin hesitated.

"What's the matter, Xilin? I've only been away for a short while, why do you look so flustered?" A familiar voice came from behind, and Xilin immediately relaxed.

"Oh, nothing. There's just an unfamiliar human girl in front. Since you're back, it's just a small matter... Who is she?" As she spoke, Xilin was stunned when she saw Yuno next to Fuyou.

"Yuno, a pseudo-herrscher, just like Aurora and the others."

Pulling Yuno toward him, Fuyou introduced her to Xilin. Feeling the gathering terror around her, Yuno nearly burst into tears... Is this a demonic lair? Why would they target a newly born pseudo-herrscher like her? "Senior, what should we do with that anti-entropy spy?" Seeing Fuyou's return, Galina slowly approached and inquired about Fuyou's thoughts.

"It doesn't matter, those who oppose entropy, let destiny worry about it."

Sensing the gray-haired girl in front of him and the mecha beside her, Fu You smiled. It looked like there would be one more person on the list of students heading to Theresa's academy. Having members of Anti-Entropy join the Destiny academy was quite interesting to think about.

"Miss Jizi, there seems to be a child up ahead who needs help. Don't you want to go and take a look?" Turning to look at Jizi, Fu You spoke in a gentle tone. As Yu Duchen's suggestion slowly took effect, Jizi nodded and walked towards Bronya.

"Kiana, Mei Raiden, Miyuki Asakura, I found a new school for the three of you."

Watching Ji Zi's figure go away, Fu You looked at Kiana, Raiden Mei and Asakura Miyuki gently, and spoke slowly.

"Unlike ordinary academies, it's located on an artificial island, and the knowledge taught there is... well, more practical."

"Really? We are still in the range of collapse, but you are thinking about our next school?" Kiana wailed, always feeling that the guy her mother asked her to rely on was too inhuman.

"No matter how difficult it is, education cannot be difficult!" Fu You teased as he looked at Kiana, whose mentality exploded when she heard that she had to go to school.

"After they leave, are we leaving too?" Looking at the deserted city and Kiana and the others beside her, Xilin felt a little melancholy. She couldn't help but sigh and whispered to Fu You.

"Why let them go to that Holy Academy? I actually hope they stay... It's not because I can't bear to let them go or anything."

"Unlike us, Kiana, Raiden Mei, and Asakura Miyuki are all in their golden stage of increasing strength. Following us would only be a waste of their talents."

Looking out at the hazy scenery in the distance, Fuyou patiently explained. Kiana and Mei Raiden need no introduction; their ability to bear the Herrscher's gem speaks volumes about their immense potential. And after being baptized by the Holy Blood, Asakura Miyuki's resistance and adaptability to Honkai energy also surpass those of ordinary humans. As for Bronya, the anti-entropy... Fuyou had seen her in Cocolia's memories, and this child's talent was undoubtedly immense; otherwise, Cocolia wouldn't have allowed her to come to such a dangerous city as Changkong City.

"Huh? You won't let me go this time?" Xilin suddenly realized that she and Bella were not on the list of people going to St. Freya Academy this time.

"Xilin, that is an academy for training Valkyries, not a school for training Herrschers!" Fu You held his forehead helplessly, and finally understood that Xilin knew nothing about the various things in the world.

"After we send them off, we'll go back to Shenzhou."

Retracting his gaze, Fu You slowly stated his decision.

"Then are Bella and I going to transfer to a school in Shenzhou? I remember we were in the high school department of Qianyu Academy, so next, are we going to Shenzhou's high school?" Xilin asked Fu You with a curious look. She didn't know what the situation was like in the schools in Shenzhou.

"Why are you always so pessimistic... That's not a place where people can stay?" Fu You looked at Xilin with a complicated expression and spoke helplessly.

"What are you talking about being with Bella, Xilin? Are you trying to ruin her?" Having witnessed Shenzhou's classroom education, Fu You absolutely couldn't let Xilin go there—it would be better for both Shenzhou and Xilin. If Xilin went to Shenzhou High School, Fu You would be absolutely certain where the Fourth Great Collapse would occur, even down to the precise classroom in which school. Fu You certainly had his own selfish motives, wanting to avoid Xilin while playing games, but he wasn't so ruthless as to push Xilin into a fire pit.

"Hmph, I really want to study. Since you refused, I will stay at home and not go out. Don't blame me..." Hearing this, Xilin curled her lips and turned her head away, but her eyes still glanced at Fu You from time to time, as if observing the latter's attitude towards this.

"That's wishful thinking. It's impossible to just stay at home and do nothing... As for where you're going to study and practice, I already have a plan."

The place Fu You was referring to was none other than Taixu Mountain. In his opinion, there was no place more suitable for cultivation. Naturally, Fu You couldn't agree to Xilin's plan to lie down and die. If she stayed at home, he would need to lead by example. Besides, Xilin wouldn't be doing her any harm by going to Taixu Mountain. As for Xilin's instructor, Fu You had his eye on Cheng Lixue. As the former acting commander of the Snow Wolf Squad, Fu You believed in Cheng Lixue's abilities. He had saved Cheng Lixue's life, and since the girl was his junior, it shouldn't be too much to ask Cheng Lixue to teach Xilin and Bella. ...At this moment, Cheng Lixue, far away in Taixu Mountain, shuddered.

"Lixue, do you feel cold?" Fu Hua looked at Cheng Lixue and spoke with concern.

"The weather is getting colder, so you should keep warm, otherwise you will get sick easily."

"Yes, I understand, Master."

Picking up the bouncing Chi Yuan, Cheng Lixue responded sweetly. Although neither master nor disciple had considered the absurdity of an A-rank Valkyrie falling ill due to the cold weather,... As for why they didn't let Chi Yuan teach Xilin and the others personally... Wouldn't it be a subtle statement that their Herrscher and Honkai beasts were inferior to Fu Hua's in terms of teaching and imparting knowledge to Chi Yuan? Where would their dignity rest? For many reasons, Cheng Lixue was the perfect choice.

"Damn it... Can't you just let me rest at home?" Xilin muttered, looking reluctant.

"So many people want to go there but can't, so just be happy."

Although he was secretly delighted, Fu You had a serious look on his face.

"After we get to Shenzhou, I'll personally take you to Taixu Mountain. It's perfect since I haven't been back for a few years. I'd like to see Chi Yuan... no, see how Fu Hua is doing."

Chapter 121 Farewell

In the distance, Ji Zi's figure gradually emerged, and beside her, followed a silver-gray haired girl with twin spiral ponytails.

"She said her name was Bronya. Apart from the exoskeleton and invisible mecha she was wearing, there was nothing suspicious about her."

Approaching Fuyou, Ji Zi spoke slowly.

"Who in their right mind would have an exoskeleton and mecha?" Even the slow-witted Xilin noticed something was wrong and couldn't help but complain.

"That's not the case... The exoskeleton can be obtained through medical means, and as for the mecha... maybe it was picked up?" Unexpectedly, Fu You shook his head, as if he wanted to help Bronya.

"Is that so?" Seeing Fuyou speak, Silin looked at Bronya suspiciously, but ultimately remained silent. Fuyou had her own considerations. Cocolia could not be eliminated for now, as she still had experiments to complete. Through her memories, Fuyou discovered that the X-10 experiment had so-called "quantization" of humans, a form she had never seen before. Considering the term "Quantum Sea" mentioned in the previous civilization materials she had seen on the moon, Fuyou vaguely felt that the two were related. Since she was not going to uproot Cocolia, Fuyou acquiesced to Bronya's joining. Otherwise, if Bronya's infiltration failed, and this guy sent out some Walter replica, the situation might get out of control. By then, Fuyou might have to kill Cocolia. After all, from Cocolia's memories, Fuyou knew that this woman was a complete idiot.

"Hey, kid, would you like to follow us?" Looking at Bronya who had no expression in front of him, Fu You spoke.

"Bronya is willing."

The words were concise and the other party nodded.

"Well... Himeko, take Kiana and the other three and Bronya to see Theresa first."

While talking to Ji Zi, Fu You was not planning to let Xilin and the others meet Theresa.

"According to the time, Theresa's affairs should be almost settled, and the outer troops of Tianming should be arriving soon."

Although he was sure that Yu Duchen's disguise was flawless, Fu You was not sure whether Xilin would lose control of herself and attack Theresa directly after seeing Theresa.

"Kiana, we will be separated for a while from now on. Saint Freya Academy is a school that specializes in training outstanding Valkyries. I believe that there, you will be one step closer to your dream."

Pulling Kiana aside, Fu You gave her instructions.

"The principal there is your great aunt and your mother's best friend, so you have nothing to worry about."

"Why? Xilin and the others won't go with me?" Kiana was shocked when she heard that. She didn't expect that after just a short period of comfortable life, they would have to leave again.

"Well...they're not as talented as you, and they probably won't be able to become Valkyries, but you're different."

In order to make Kiana feel better, Fu You could only make up a white lie.

"Okay, go meet your aunt. Remember to behave well and don't cause any trouble."

Not long after, at Fuyou's suggestion, Jizi brought Kiana and the other three to Theresa. Seeing Kiana, who looked so much like Cecilia, Theresa's eyes lit up and she ran towards her with her short legs.

"Little boy, who are you?" Kiana asked curiously, looking at the white-haired dwarf in front of her.

"You have no respect for your parents. What did that guy teach you? I am your aunt!" After glaring at Kiana, Theresa smiled again.

"When you were little, I held you in my arms!" Theresa proudly flaunted her seniority and was self-indulgent, not noticing the puzzled expression of Kiana who was scratching her head opposite her.

"Strange... I feel like I've heard this somewhere before?" Kiana was bewildered. The short person opposite her was not even as tall as her, but she claimed to be her aunt. How could this make sense? "You don't even know how to use a pseudonym when you're out and about, Kiana, you're such a fool."

Patting Kiana's shoulder affectionately (because she could only reach her shoulder), Theresa gently scolded her.

"You can't say that. I heard that a mecha enthusiast from Anti-Entropy sneaked into a department of Tianming, and he didn't change his name?" At some point, Fu You chuckled and walked over slowly, as if hinting at something.

"This only proves that the head of that department is an idiot!" Glancing at Fu You, Theresa thought he was joking.

"If there really is such a person who is just sitting there doing nothing, how did she join the Sky Mandate?" "Oh, maybe she has a powerful background? And she was arranged to a high position through connections?" Fu You said with a smile while continuing to tease Theresa.

"Of course, I mean possible. This is a hypothetical situation, Principal."