Necromancer, but pre-collapse civilization

　She clenched her fists tightly, her nails digging deep into her palms, as if to vent her anger and fear.

　However, no matter how unwilling she was to accept it, the reality before her eyes pierced her heart like a cold blade.

　Yes, even at this moment, Ling still couldn't believe that the girl in front of her was her sister.

　After all, in that civilization era that had already been destroyed by the Herrscher of the End, she had already learned of her sister's tragic end from Mebius.

　In contrast, Karen...

　Although she hadn't yet figured out who this girl, who looked exactly like Yae Sakura controlled by the demon in the box, was, since she had already made her stance clear through her actions, Ka...

　Lian was also willing to fight alongside her.

　Even though she had vaguely sensed that there was some unusual connection between Sakura and the box demon, she did not waver in the slightest.

　Don't ask why.

　The answer is the intuition passed down through generations of the Kaslana family.

　This keenness, which comes from the depths of one's blood, has long been proven by countless tests throughout history.

　After all, she was an existence that had been sealed for a full fifty thousand years without being driven mad, and Ling quickly calmed herself down.

　"Hmph, it seems I underestimated you, but don't think you can impersonate my sister just like that!"

　Her voice came coldly through Yae Sakura's body, carrying a hint of undisguised ferocity.

　Standing there quietly, a faint sadness lingered in Sakura's pale purple eyes.

　So, this is the real reason Moros sent me to this faraway world...

Chapter 810 Clash and Subjugation

　As the most outstanding assassin in the underworld of the pre-civilization era, "Forget-Me-Not," Sakura certainly couldn't only possess sword skills that surpassed human limits.

　She also demonstrated extraordinary insight into human nature.

　Or rather, anyone who can make a name for themselves in the treacherous underworld, as long as they're still alive, must have an exceptional ability to understand people's hearts.

　After all, those who couldn't do this have long since vanished without a trace amidst the undercurrents.

　It's worth noting that even before becoming a Fusion Warrior, Sakura had already earned the fearsome title of "Forget-Me-Not" with her katana and swordsmanship that pushed the limits of human skill.

　At that time, she was just a mortal, and a single bullet that hit a vital spot would have been enough to end her life.

　It was this insight honed from the brink of life and death, combined with everything she was witnessing and the intelligence she had gathered in the past, that enabled her to see through Moros's true intention in bringing her to this world.

　As for the necromancer's initial message to her—that she should lead the undead army and conquer this world bubble?

　When Sakura witnessed firsthand how the army of the undead swept away the Muromachi Shogunate's forces like autumn leaves in the Battle of Heian-kyo, she knew perfectly well that it was nothing more than a high-sounding excuse.

　In a battle like this, which could be easily won even if any commander were randomly assigned, Moros didn't actually need the intervention of a top-tier combatant like her.

　But since he still chose this layout, Sakura will naturally ponder the deeper meaning behind it.

　Now, she has come to her own conclusion—

　The necromancer intended for her to witness firsthand the predicament she and her sister, Ling, would face without his intervention.

　Although Sakura knew that this was a deliberate arrangement by Moros to increase her favorability, she still couldn't help but feel a wave of fear after witnessing the almost insane state of Rin in this world.

　Looking back, if it weren't for the necromancer's resurrection spell, would she and Ling have met the same fate...?

　This thought made Sakura's heart tighten.

　Perhaps I really should consider it...

　Her thoughts surged like a tide, but this did not affect the precise swing of the blade in Sakura's hand.

　Amidst the crisp sound of blades clashing violently, she and Yae Sakura were both forced backward.

　Despite possessing considerable swordsmanship and power after taking over Yae Sakura's body, Rin's strength still seemed pale and powerless in the face of Sakura, a Heroic-class Fusion Warrior who wielded the [Moment] inscription.

　Sakura easily intercepted the slashes she unleashed, casually slaying the summoned Honkai Beasts. Even the corrosive black mist generated by Rin's power was effortlessly dissolved by Sakura with a power she couldn't comprehend.

　In contrast, Sakura and Kallen's counterattacks posed a significant threat to Rin.

　Sakura's figure moved across the battlefield like a ghost, each swing of her sword accompanied by a chilling blue light.

　That was the extreme chill released by the [Spirit Control Blade - Frosty Prison].

　Her swordsmanship was swift and ruthless, each strike aimed directly at Rin's vitals. However, whenever the blade was about to touch Yae Sakura's body, Sakura would always skillfully withdraw her strength to avoid actually harming Rin, who was controlling Yae Sakura's body.

　Kallen, meanwhile, closely supported Sakura's battle from the sidelines.

　She wields the dual pistols, the Fairy Bow, a relic, and her marksmanship is sharp and precise.

　The bullets streaked through the air like meteors, constantly disrupting Rin's movements and creating more opportunities for Sakura to attack.

　Moreover, Kallen knew perfectly well that the cherry-haired girl with the complicated entanglement with the demon in the box would never truly harm the demon itself.

　Therefore, to expel the demon from Yae Sakura's body, she must rely on her own strength.

　Yae Sakura, controlled by Rin, struggled desperately, trying to break free from Sakura's control, but no matter how hard she tried, she could not shake Sakura's rock-solid defense.

　Rin roared angrily, manipulating Yae Sakura's body to unleash various forms of Honkai energy, attempting to devour Sakura and Kallen together.

　However, the gap in strength cannot be bridged by anger.

　Even

　Rin is now completely disregarding Yae Sakura's physical burden and launching a near-frenzied attack, yet she still cannot put any pressure on Sakura whatsoever.

　Unfortunately, the bell in this world isn't Sakura's sister.

　As we all know, the power of a lawyer can only truly shine when honed through professional knowledge.

　Without receiving professional instruction from Mebius, even with an extra 50,000 years, she was unable to advance her strength to the point of ascension or molting.

　Since Rin hadn't even reached the threshold of metamorphosis or molting, she naturally posed no real threat or pressure to Sakura.

　As time went on, Bell's offensive became increasingly weak and ineffective.

　This is also reasonable.

　As the Herrscher of Corruption, Rin, possessing the Herrscher Core, certainly doesn't lack Honkai energy.

　However, there is a limit to the amount of Honkai energy that Yae Sakura's mortal body can withstand.

　Even after the Stigmata awakened, her Honkai energy adaptability was greatly improved.

　However, as long as one fails to reach the Heavenly Origin Realm, there is ultimately an insurmountable limit to the amount of Honkai energy that a Saint Mark Awakener can withstand per unit of time.

　As this limit quietly arrives, no matter how much power Rin pours out, the threat she poses to Sakura and Kallen diminishes at a visible rate.

　In contrast, Sakura and Kallen seemed to be handling things with ease.

　As a Hero-class Fusion Warrior, Sakura's ability to endure long battles is beyond doubt.

　Even when facing Yae Sakura, who was being controlled by Rin, she had to be cautious, but this constraint did not weaken her too much.

　Karen, too, demonstrated the extraordinary qualities of the Kaslana family bloodline.

　Kaslana's bloodline endowed her with astonishing Honkai energy adaptability and exceptional physical qualities, enabling her to persevere in this fierce battle.

　Getting back to the point, seeing that Rin's offensive was gradually showing signs of weakness, a resolute glint flashed in Sakura's pale purple eyes.

　She knew it was time to end this pointless struggle and free Rin from Yae Sakura's body.

　"Karen, prepare for a synchronized attack! We'll decide the outcome with one strike!"

　Sakura's voice was calm and firm, clearly reaching Kallen's ears through the clamor of the battlefield.

　Upon hearing this, the white-haired nun immediately adjusted her breathing, her blue eyes fixed on Yae Sakura, who was being controlled by Rin, preparing to seize that fleeting opportunity for victory.

　The next moment, Sakura's figure flashed and disappeared from the spot like a ghost.

　At the same time, Kallen gripped the dual pistols, the Fairy Bow, with both hands and pulled the trigger without hesitation.

　Energy projectiles, each containing intense Honkai energy, pierced the air and hurtled towards Yae Sakura, who was being controlled by Rin.

　Faced with this overwhelming attack, Yae Sakura had no choice but to wield her spirit sword and desperately block the Honkai energy blasts.

　Just as she was concentrating on defending against the attacks in front, Sakura's figure quietly appeared behind her.

　The [Spirit Blade - Frosty Prison], gleaming with an icy blue light, fell and slammed heavily into the back of Yae Sakura's neck.

Chapter 811 The Intertwining of Love and Hate

　After being struck heavily by the [Spirit Blade - Frosty Prison], Yae Sakura's body trembled violently, and then she collapsed helplessly to the ground.

　With the ability to wield sword skills that surpass human limits, Sakura's mastery of power generation has reached its pinnacle.

　Although this attack did not leave any permanent damage on Yae Sakura's body, given the shrine maiden's physical condition, she will not be able to regain her ability to move freely without several hours of rest.

　As for intense activities like participating in battles, even with Bell's enhancement, that can only be done next week.

　That is why, even though Rin poured a massive amount of Honkai energy into Yae Sakura's body without reservation, she could only watch helplessly as the body she controlled lost control.

　Seeing that Yae Sakura had completely lost the ability to resist, Kallen rushed forward anxiously.

　Gazing at Yae Sakura's still beautiful face, she felt a mix of emotions.

　From the perspective of the Kaslana family, she should have pulled the trigger without hesitation, sending the soul controlled by the demon in the box into eternal slumber.

　but……

　Recalling the scene of her first encounter with Yae Sakura, those heartwarming everyday moments, and the little things they did while fighting side by side...

　The white-haired nun suddenly realized that during the time she spent with Yae Sakura, she had fallen hopelessly in love with her.

　Kallen simply couldn't bring herself to raise a gun at Yae Sakura right now.

　Sakura seemed completely unconcerned about Kallen's intense inner struggle.

　Having gone through the previous coordinated operations, she was absolutely confident that she could stop Karen the moment she made a move.

　So, Sakura, seemingly without any precautions, carefully picked up Yae Sakura's limp and powerless body.

　This gesture was both a tender care for Yae Sakura and a silent declaration to Kallen—

　She, Sakura, would never allow anyone to hurt Rin.

　I felt that warm and familiar feeling coming from behind me.

　The aura emanating from her caused Rin, who was controlling Yae Sakura's body, to feel an indescribable surge of anger and confusion.

　In a low voice, tinged with confusion and sorrow, she slowly revealed the doubts in her heart.

　"Why...why are you here? Sister, weren't you already dead?"

　Clearly, after the previous battle, Rin had silently acknowledged Sakura's identity in her heart.

　After all, in the battle just now, Sakura displayed many sword techniques that only she could use.

　Hearing Ling's question, Yingjie, the cherry-haired girl, frowned slightly.

　Her pale purple eyes revealed a deep understanding of Ling's current complex state of mind.

　From Rin's perspective, her older sister, Sakura, has indeed vanished into the dustbin of history.

　However, Sakura also knows that some truths are complex and difficult to explain in simple words.

　Even so, for Rin, and for this bond of kinship that transcends time and space, she is willing to spend time and energy to slowly unveil the mysterious veil that shrouds the truth.

　Although Sakura knew perfectly well that Rin, whom she was holding tightly in her arms at this moment, was just an illusion in this bubble of worlds, not her real sister.

　But this false warmth was still a rare comfort to her.

　However, the current devastated battlefield is clearly not a suitable place for her to explain everything to Ling.

　and so……

　Sakura gently held Yae Sakura in her arms and walked firmly toward the Yae Shrine.

　Seemingly noticing Karen's anxious yet helpless gaze, she turned her head slightly and spoke softly to her comrade-in-arms who had just fought alongside her.

　"Kallen, you don't need to be so anxious. Yae Sakura, or rather Rin, needs rest right now. And you should calm down and think about your next move."

　As she spoke, Sakura continued walking steadily along the road leading to the shrine without stopping.

　Seeing this, Karen still hesitated a little, but ultimately decided to follow closely behind.

　With Sakura and Kallen's extraordinary skills, the short journey from the ruins of Yae Village to Yae Shrine was just a blink of an eye.

　In just a few minutes, they were standing in front of the solemn and beautiful Yae Shrine.

　The vermilion torii gate gleamed in the sunlight, exuding an aura of sacredness that could not be violated.