Honkai Impact 3rd: Chiyou's Survival Guide

"Wow... He and the prince are sitting together. I'm so confused. Who should I choose? Hehe..."... Fu You didn't pay attention to the discussions of others, and he was not even interested in the mission objectives. Staring at the white-haired figure beside him, Fu You felt mixed emotions in his heart, and almost took action subconsciously. However, seeing that the other party was completely unaware, Fu You suppressed his eager heart. So, Kevin and Mei were in the same class? Fu You complained in his heart. Previously, he only knew that Kevin had studied at Qianyu Academy, and didn't know anything else. Without knowing it, Fu You and Kevin became deskmates.

"Uh... is there something on my face?" Seeing the transfer student next to him staring at his face, Kevin was a little confused and couldn't help asking.

"Oh, nothing. You're so handsome, I couldn't help but take a few more glances."

Fu You said something to Kevin casually. He had not yet completely recovered from the shock of meeting Kevin.

"Ahaha...I see..." Scratching his head in embarrassment, Kevin did not doubt what the other person said, but smiled shyly. Listening to the clarity and innocence inadvertently revealed in the other person's words, as well as the innocence on his face, Fu You fell into speechlessness. No matter what, he could not associate the silly-looking white-haired guy in front of him with the Lord of the World Serpent. Although people always change, is the gap between the past and the present a little too big? "My name is Kevin, I like to play basketball, Fu You, do you have any hobbies?" Looking at this transfer student who was about the same age as himself and was said to have come to Qianyu Academy from Shenzhou, Kevin took the initiative to start a conversation.

"A hobby? Designing games and then playing them yourself, does that count?" Fu You asked after thinking for a moment.

"Wow! It sounds very interesting. If you develop a game by yourself, it must be very difficult and require a lot of knowledge?" Upon hearing this, Kevin immediately looked at Fu Yougao.

"No, no, no, it's actually not difficult at all. It doesn't even require any knowledge... It's just that the family property needs to be relatively sufficient."

He waved his hand nonchalantly. Given the gifts presented to the Red Kite Immortal by emperors throughout history, Fu You had no problem standing and talking. ... He and Kevin chatted about everything, and before they knew it, the bell rang. Fu You felt that, despite his status in the current civilization, Kevin was a very compatible guy. The two underachievers shared a common sensibility, and their conversation deepened.

"Actually, I have troubles too..." Kevin glanced at Mei who was studying seriously, and his face turned a little red.

"It's okay, it's okay. We are all good brothers. What's there to hide?" Fu You, who had just arrived and had been in class for less than a class, looked like he was already familiar with Kevin. He put his arm on the other's shoulder in a familiar manner.

"Okay, then don't laugh at what I say next!" Kevin was persuaded by Fu You in a daze. Looking at Fu You seriously, Kevin made a statement in advance.

"That's right... Just tell me. Who knows, maybe there's something I can do to help you?" With a slight curl of his lips and a curious look on his face, Fu You leaned closer to Kevin. He wouldn't mind hearing more about Kevin's youth. Perhaps after returning to the Eigenworld, he could use this information to gain the upper hand in a verbal duel with Kevin.

Chapter 216 The Troubles of Young Kevin

"Then I'll tell you the truth..." Seeing Fu You's confident expression, Kevin, a young man still unaware of the viciousness of beasts, quietly pointed ahead. Following Kevin's direction, Fu You saw the purple-haired girl flipping through a thick book, completely absorbed and oblivious to the outside world. It was his target, Mei.

"Yes, that girl, Mei. My classmates all say she's a nerd, but I don't think so. Besides, Mei gives me an indescribable aura."

Seeing Fuyou looking over, Kevin continued speaking.

"What kind of temperament? Can you tell me in detail?" Fu You was listening with great interest and motioned Kevin to continue.

"How should I put it? The first time I saw Mei, I felt my heart was drawn to her."

After thinking for a moment, Kevin answered truthfully.

"This is perfectly normal. Everyone will meet that person who truly touches their heart and soul, and it can even be said to be a destined person..." Hearing this, Fu You's face was filled with reminiscence, and a gentle look flashed across his face.

"That's right. I've dated other girls before, but none of them made me feel the way Mei does."

Kevin nodded in agreement, thinking that Fu You had hit the nail on the head.

"Of course..." As he was speaking, Fu You suddenly paused when he realized what Kevin said.

"I've dated other girls before." What did "they" mean? Almost instinctively, Fu You sensed that this sunny and cheerful boy had a more complicated story. Looking at Kevin with a complicated expression, Fu You had never imagined that the cold and icy World Serpent Lord had a romantic past long ago.

"Let's not talk too much... Fu You, I think Mei is the destined person in my life!" Kevin on the side didn't notice Fu You's weird expression at all, and was still staring in Mei's direction.

"Tell me...how can I get her to notice me?" Kevin knocked his head with a distressed look on his face.

"Puff!" An untimely laugh echoed. Kevin looked over and saw Fu You had regained his serious demeanor. Fu You couldn't quite describe his current state of mind, but comparing Kevin's current state, obsessed with dating Mei, with his later life, obsessed with completely destroying Honkai, the stark contrast was undeniable.

"Ahem... It's nothing. I'm definitely not laughing because I think you're too humble..." After coughing lightly a few times, Fu You suppressed the curve at the corner of his mouth.

"Hey, hey, have you said what's in your heart?" After hearing Fu You's words, Kevin stared at the other party in disbelief and yelled.

"We agreed that you are not allowed to make fun of me!" Seeing Fu You couldn't help laughing, Kevin said dissatisfiedly.

"I'm talking to you seriously... Fu You, you're really so mean!" "No, no, no, we are good friends, how could I make fun of you?" Seeing this, Fu You changed his tone to a serious one and spoke slowly.

"Kevin, I laughed out loud because I saw that you have met true love. I am really happy for you!" "Ah? Really?" Hearing this, Kevin looked at Fu You with some doubts.

"Really? If I lie to you, I'm not a human being!" Seeing that Kevin still had some doubts, Fu You swore directly.

"Uh... not really..." Waving his hand, Kevin let down his guard against Fu You and asked a question.

"Then help me think about it. How should I ask her out?" "..." Fu You fell silent. Is it possible that Kevin's dating experience is enough to crush him? Besides, you asked the wrong person. How should I know? Maybe you should go to the Quantum Sea to find Walter, or go to your great-great-great-grandson Siegfried. After all, they have more say in love. "Kevin, just remember an old saying from Shenzhou: If it is destined to happen, it will happen. If it is not destined to happen, don't force it."

He was complaining madly in his heart, but on the surface, Fu You pretended to be mysterious.

"Uh, that sounds so obscure and difficult to understand..." It seemed that Kevin's brain was overloaded at this moment, and he didn't know what to do.

"Can you explain it to me?" Kevin gave up thinking and looked at Fu You hopefully.

"..." Trying hard to recall the postures of those charlatans, Fu You said nothing and looked away calmly.

"Forget it... I have a good friend who's also from Shenzhou. Next time I contact him, I'll definitely ask him what you meant."

Seeing that Fu You refused to speak, Kevin did not force him.

"Alas, until now, I still don't even know her preferences, let alone chatting with her..." Kevin said dejectedly, lying on the table.

"You know what? Mei is a true genius. Not long ago, she went to Mu Continent to participate in an academic seminar... I heard that Dr. Mebius was there as well, and even had a conversation with Mei."

His eyes never left Mei's back. Comparing his own results with hers, Kevin felt increasingly sad.

"No, as long as I take the initiative and persevere, I will definitely succeed!" But this negative emotion did not last long. In the face of Fu You's surprised gaze, Kevin became excited again.

"Then... I wish you success?" Although it was not easy to evaluate Kevin at this moment, Fu You still encouraged him.

For the next two weeks, besides carrying out his mission to protect Mei and experiencing student life at Qianyu Academy, Fuyou's only daily entertainment was watching Kevin constantly try to get close to Mei. Taking off glasses, removing hairpins... those kindergarten kids' favorite interactions, but Kevin used them on Mei.

"Fu You, Mei finally didn't ignore me today!" Sitting back in his seat, Kevin happily shared his joy with Fu You.

"...You took off Mei's glasses when she was reading. How could she ignore you?" After witnessing the whole process of Kevin's "evil deeds", Fu You felt a little helpless.

"But this is still a historic breakthrough!" Kevin didn't care much about Fu You's words, and then he came up with a new idea.

"Fu You, tell me, if I take off her hairpin next time, will the effect be better?" "Hey, are you an elementary school student?" Fu You was speechless and couldn't help asking.

"Hehe..." Hearing this, Kevin scratched his head a little embarrassedly. Indeed, this behavior was too childish. But apart from these actions, Kevin really had no other way to make Mei stop ignoring him perfectly.

"Poor Kevin, he's being played around by that woman..." Fu You sighed, watching Kevin, who was already deeply trapped. Kevin, with his passion and naiveté, how could he possibly catch up to Mei, a prodigy even in the field of science? ...A few days later, just as Fu You had grown accustomed to Kevin's childish antics, Kevin, dressed in a suit and tie, approached Fu You with a beaming expression.

"Fu You, I succeeded! Mei agreed to go out with me!" "???" He stared at her in shock, unable to react for a moment. This... wasn't this a joke? Mei was supposed to be a genius, so why would she fall for Kevin's childish tricks? After a long moment, Fu You began to think.

"By the way, Fu You, I won't bring you lunch tonight. I'm going to have dinner with Mei!" Kevin hurriedly said this and left the classroom quickly, leaving Fu You alone and disheveled in the wind.

"Hey! Why are you so selfish!"

Chapter 217 [Third Time]

"Have you seen the latest blockbuster? I used to think about becoming a hero!" Kevin sat down next to Mei on a park bench, looked up at the night sky, and started chatting with her.

"A hero is someone who solves difficulties when they arise and bears pain when it strikes. There is no other way."

Hearing this, Mei expressed her opinion in a serious manner.

"...I want to be your hero alone."

Under the cover of night, Kevin gently took Mei's hand and spoke softly. In fact, the reason for saying this was that Kevin wanted to see Mei's shy expression. After all, this kind of talk has always worked for Kevin.

“If you can be a hero to one person, you can be a hero to everyone.”

Contrary to Kevin's expectation, Mei did not show the expected shy expression in response to his sweet words, but spoke seriously.

"Ah..." Kevin scratched his head in confusion, unsure of what Mei meant by this. Fortunately, Su would arrive in Changkong City soon. He was an incredibly intelligent man... Then, if he didn't understand something in Mei's conversation, he could just ask him directly, thought the optimistic Kevin. The two chatted on the bench, oblivious to the eyes watching their every move. "I'm requesting a transfer from my assignment in Changkong City... Dr. Mebius, this is too boring. I'd rather go fight another Ganesa than stay here any longer." With a sigh, Fu You sent the message. "No, the Third Honkai Impact could happen at any moment. Alicia is assisting me with the investigation of Velvet and is unavailable. Right now, you're the only reliable person in the Far East. You must ensure Mei's safety." As expected, Mebius rejected Fu You's request.

"Okay, okay..." After putting away the communicator, Fu You continued to watch Kevin and Mei silently. It shouldn't be long, just bear with it. ... As the days passed, Kevin and Mei's feelings were gradually warming up. It seemed that if this peace could continue, the prince and the nerd would have a happy ending. Unfortunately, with the sudden arrival of the disaster, the peaceful days were shattered. Bright purple meteorites fell from the sky, alarms sounded amid people's puzzled expressions, monsters appeared from nowhere and poured into the city from all directions, and scenes of killing and fleeing were taking place in Changkong City. High-rise buildings collapsed, streets were blocked, and thick smoke was everywhere, a doomsday scene. The third collapse broke out in the entire Far East region.

"As expected of you... Dr. Mobius."

Atop a high-rise building that hadn't yet collapsed, Fu You nodded slightly, sensing the Houkai energy spreading across the city and the people below fleeing in all directions under the siege of Houkai beasts and death warriors. If the Houkai continued unchecked, it wouldn't be long before the city became a lifeless, cadaverous place, with only mindless Houkai beasts and death warriors wandering the ruins. This was also why Fu You disliked the Houkai. If the Great Houkai destroyed everything, there would be no one left to communicate with. However, Mobius's prediction of the Third Houkai had impressed Fu You. Even as a Houkai beast, he could sense the coming of the Great Houkai in advance, but Fu You couldn't help but marvel at Mobius's wisdom—he could predict the Third Houkai with such precision. Even if it was only a rough estimate, it was still remarkable. Was he worthy of being one of the Thirteen Heroes? Fu You did not forget the purpose of his coming to the Far East. After locating Mei and her "follower" Kevin in the crowd, he found that the two were heading towards a park in the Fire Moth Shelter.

"Doctor, they've entered the park."

After dialing Mebius's number, Fu You spoke slowly.

"Your prediction was correct. The Honkai did occur, but the situation is still worsening. We don't know how many areas have been affected."

"This day has finally come... I will report this to the Council. As for how the Fire Moths will react, it's up to them."

The communicator on the other end was silent for a long while. After a long while, Mebius sighed softly.

"Mei, don't worry, I'll definitely protect you!" Amidst the clamor, Kevin clutched Mei's hand tightly, his heart aching. Looking around at the wailing and wailing crowd, Kevin's heart was in turmoil: What had just happened? Why did it feel like the end of the world had arrived in just one night? "…" Mei remained silent. Although she was a once-in-a-century genius, she still needed time to calm down after encountering something so beyond her comprehension. After all, those humanoid monsters resembling zombies in science fiction movies, and those massive beasts as tall as buildings, with their pristine white, hard shells, simply didn't seem to be something that could be explained by science.

"Fu You! Over here!" The sharp-eyed Kevin saw a familiar figure not far away, and the worry between his brows immediately eased a little.

"That's great, you're okay... It's so scary outside now, there are monsters everywhere!" Fu You felt a little subtle as he looked at Kevin who was a little panicked because of a mere local collapse.

"Okay, don't worry, I'm here to take you away."

After comforting Kevin, Fu You slowly shifted his gaze to Mei.

"Mei, do you remember the paper on quantum mechanics that you published half a year ago?" Fu You reminded the genius in front of him.

"...Is it Dr. Mebius?" Mei suddenly understood the key.

"That's right. To fight against the Honkai, the Fire Moths need your wisdom. Mei, join the Fire Moths."

Nodding approvingly, Fuyou stated Mebius's purpose.

"What are you talking about? I don't understand." Kevin was stunned listening to the conversation between Mei and Fu You. What is the Fire Moth? What is the collapse? What does this have to do with anything? "I know you are very anxious, Kevin, but please be patient."

Glancing at Kevin, Fu You explained.

"To make a long story short, the Fire Moth is an organization dedicated to fighting the Honkai, and the Honkai is the disaster happening outside. In order to better fight the Honkai, we need geniuses like Mei to join us."

"As a warrior of the Fire Moths, my purpose in going to Senba Academy was also due to a commission from Dr. Mebius—to protect Mei's safety during the possible outbreak of the Third Honkai."

"Obviously, the third collapse has already occurred."

"This... this is just like something out of a movie..." Kevin stammered, stunned. Looking at Fu You, Kevin felt a sense of strangeness. He was clearly a guy about his own age, so how could he be a soldier in some organization? "Kevin, once I get you safely back to the Fire Moth headquarters, you'll have two choices: become a new recruit, or leave."

On the side, Fu You continued to speak.

"I won't leave Mei! I'm willing to join the Fire Moth as a soldier!" Kevin spoke without thinking.

"The recruit assessment isn't easy, but I believe you can pass it successfully... Then I welcome you to the Fire Moth in advance."

I didn't expect that after so many twists and turns, Kevin finally joined the Fire Moth... Looking at the white-haired boy with a determined look in front of him, Fu You sighed.

Chapter 218: Escape from the Sky (Part )

"Fu You, what should we do next?" After hearing Fu You's true identity, Kevin still felt a sense of unreality, but thinking about his current situation, he didn't worry about it so much.

"The destruction brought by the Great Collapse has covered the entire Changkong City area. Moreover, there are still Honkai beasts roaming in the sky. It is better for us to leave the city center first."

After thinking for a while, Fu You spoke slowly.