Collapse Iron: I'm a Succubus in the Universe

March 7th couldn't help but scratch his head, and Danheng was also somewhat surprised.

"So that's how it is, the Mole Party is also 'Underground Fire'..."

"Yes, it's me, Black Hook! Is there something you need?"

Hook looked at the group of adults who had gathered around him and was a little confused about the situation. Just then, Sambo's voice came from the side.

“Uh, little friends, it must be a misunderstanding… It’s me, friends. Oleg sent me to show you the way… It really hurts me that you even thought of such a young child, but not me…”

"Alright, alright, why bother with this? I'd like to ask you: everyone knows where Schwarzkopf's lair is, so what's the point of having you as a guide?"

Seele's tone was full of dissatisfaction, as always showing her dislike for Sambo.

"Well, everyone has their own expertise. 'Earthfire' knows where Swallow's base is, but has never been inside."

Despite saying that, Sangbo never said he had actually gone inside; he only learned about the layout through other means.

Led by Sambo, the group arrived at the gate of the Swallow Base, where a bustling camp of wanderers was located.

After spending some time getting certified, they finally managed to enter Swaro's base, only to find themselves facing another door after another.

But this time, Sambo was nowhere to be found. Just then, a wandering robot approached from behind.

"Visitor of Boss Schwarz has been detected. Protocol activated, initiating scan and inspection."

"Sweetie, here's your verification, let's go in."

As Qiong spoke, she stretched out a hand. Seeing this, San Yueqi, who was standing to the side, couldn't help but speak up.

"I see! Treating robots like watchdogs, brilliant! But that's completely ineffective!"

The girl stood with her hands on her hips, her expression shifting from surprise to joy, then to a helpless rebuke, finally realizing that she needed to contact Clara for access.

Through the recording provided by the robot, the group learned that Clara had gone to Rivettown again, and after retrieving the recording, the robot continued to roam the area.

Chapter 40 Qiong: A doctor's heart is benevolent, don't forget we're here to negotiate!

The group headed to Rivet Town and happened to see Clara in danger. They immediately went to help her, and although they were grateful, she did not immediately grant their request.

After some effort, Qiong finally persuaded Clara, who agreed to take them to see Swallow.

"Um... if possible, please don't provoke Mr. Schwarz..."

Before entering, Clara gave a slightly worried reminder, to which March 7 patted her soft chest and assured her.

"Don't worry, Clara! We're here to reason with him."

"I'll leave the negotiations to you; I'm not good at that."

As Seele said this, Qiong deeply understood her feelings; otherwise, she wouldn't have chosen to fight him on their first meeting.

After crossing the inner gate, the group encountered Schwarzro once again. Upon learning that they had come to negotiate, he had scanned them beforehand.

He did not receive the scan results, but because of Clara's introduction, he was willing to communicate with several people.

However, after mentioning the Star Core, Schwarz's attitude changed, and he even regarded the group as a threat.

As expected, the only solution is to use force. Fortunately, they had prepared two plans: if negotiations don't work, then they'll fight!

As Natasha's reinforcements arrived, Swallow was eventually defeated. Just as Natasha was about to deliver a fatal blow, Qiong reached out and pulled her back.

"Wait a minute, Miss Natasha, a doctor's heart is compassionate. Don't forget we're here mainly to negotiate peace!"

Qiong's words made Natasha stop her attack, and Clara on the other side had already stood between the two groups.

The peace talks continued, and these "variables" made Schwarzrod change his mind, but the main factor was still Clara.

It was thanks to her request that Schwarzlo revealed those secrets.

But the real battle in the lower levels has only just begun.

"Finally... finally this moment has come."

Bronya placed one hand on her chest, her chest rising and falling slightly with her breath. Seeing her like this, Seele couldn't help but speak.

"What's wrong? Are you nervous?"

"It's less about being nervous and more about... something in my chest that's causing a sharp pain."

The truth is always heartbreaking. Bronya reached out and placed her hand on her enormous treasure chest, ready to accept the truth.

"Qiong, go and uncover the truth. I'll be listening from the side."

Bronya's tone was light but tinged with nervousness.

"Ah."

Qiong nodded slightly. At this moment, Schwaro, after self-repairing, had returned to a standing position.

Those unknown past events were now revealed to them.

The "Star Core" does exist, and the high-ranking officials of this world, as well as the Guardian himself, have long known that the "Star Core" is the source of the disaster.

However, for the sake of the city's stability, they chose to conceal the truth, and their secret research to destroy the star core ended in failure.

Cocolia's personality changed so drastically, probably due to the influence of the Star Core. No one can stand having a voice constantly nagging in their head.

Bronya? Are you alright?

Qiong looked at Bronya beside her. The girl was pale, holding her forehead with one hand, and looked somewhat dazed.

Worried that she might fall at any moment, Qiong reached out and supported her again. The warmth of being able to rely on her calmed Bronya down a bit.

"...I'm fine, thank you, Sora. I just...feel a little dizzy."

"Calm down, this is too much information for you."

"Yes, I was just thinking about Mother. Why...maybe she doesn't know, maybe she..."

Bronya was still trying to convince herself when Seele's cold words reached her ears.

"Stop lying to yourself, Bronya. It's time for you to make up your mind."

Bronya fell silent, truly at a loss for what to do. Since ancient times, loyalty to one's country and filial piety have been mutually exclusive, and now it truly was this situation…

"Qiong, can we talk? I know everyone needs time to process this information, but we still need to decide on our next steps as soon as possible."

Natasha called Sora away, and having no other choice, Sora handed the somewhat dazed girl in her arms to Seele, asking her to take care of her.

The feeling of having your faith, which you've followed for many years, suddenly collapse in an instant is not so easy to accept.

"Qiong, thank you. It is your efforts that have given the lower district renewed hope. Now... now we can only pray that this glimmer of hope will lead to a glimmer of survival."

"Your support was timely, thank you. But why would a doctor personally go to the battlefield?"

Qiong still vividly remembers Natasha's posture as she wielded the grenade launcher, dismantling the enemy's offensive time and time again.

In reality, Natasha is the true leader of the Earth Fire.

Upon hearing this news, March 7th was so surprised that her jaw almost dropped.

Oleg is ostensibly the acting leader, helping to handle various public affairs in the lower districts.

Natasha herself, as one of the few doctors in the lower districts, treated the sick and saved lives, and managed the livelihoods of the lower districts, trying her best to prevent people from going hungry on the streets.

However, before heading to the upper area, we naturally need to rest and recuperate first.

The group returned to the Goethe Hotel, and March 7th followed Qiong back to his room as if it were the most natural thing in the world.

In her words, "There's nothing I can do, I'm scared!"

It's worth mentioning that Xing wasn't there when I returned to the room, and I don't know where she went again. She seems to have been quite busy lately.

But never mind, as long as no one causes trouble, the most important thing now is to get a good night's sleep.

Lying on the bed, Qiong naturally wrapped her arms around Sanyue's slender waist, her fingertips touching the slightly lifted part of her pajamas, her delicate skin pressed against her fingertips.

It felt so delicate that Qiong couldn't help but rub it. As expected of an ice-and-snow beauty, her skin was just as white and soft.

As for his actions, March 7th seemed to have gotten used to them, or perhaps she was just too tired and didn't want to care unless his actions were too outrageous.

So Qiong decided to be a little more unrestrained...

Meanwhile, on the other side, Seele was taking Bronya for a walk in the lower districts.

Time flew by, and the next morning arrived. After Qiong woke up, she first looked at Sanyue, who was sleeping in a disheveled position beside her.

Before he knew it, the girl had climbed onto him, wrapped her arms around his neck like she was hugging a large pillow, and rested her head on his shoulder.

"Hehe, so soft, so comfortable~"

"...March, wake up, it's time to get up."

As she spoke, Qiong reached out and patted the other person's little bottom. The soft and bouncy touch was unforgettable.

As for March 7th, she woke up groggily, realized something, screamed, and got out of bed, leaving the room with Qiong.

Coincidentally, Danheng was also about to get up, so the three of them went together to find "Earth Fire" to discuss the next steps.

It's worth mentioning that Bronya went back alone first, but before leaving, she left a letter in which she expressed some of her grievances.

She also stated that if she failed to persuade Cocolia, or if something unforeseen happened to her, she could give the letter to the Landau siblings and seek their help.

Without further ado, the group set off immediately after making their preparations. Meanwhile, Bronya had already approached Cocolia.

"Ah, I'm finally back! I'd forgotten what fresh air tastes like..."

March 7th took a deep breath of the fresh air from the upper levels—the smell of freedom, the smell of cold, and a bit chilly…

Sambo did not follow. The group's immediate priority was to find a place to stay. They ruled out the Goethe Hotel, and the most appropriate option was to go find the Landau siblings.

However, there were more Iron Guards patrolling along the way, which meant that the High Guardians already knew about their arrival. I wonder how Bronya is doing.

The group had initially thought that moving around in the city during the day would be troublesome.

However, after accidentally bumping into a group of Iron Guards, they were completely ignored.

"What's going on? The security in the upper area... doesn't seem as tight as you guys said?"

Seele looked at the three of them with a puzzled expression.

Chapter 41 Cocolia: Foolish! Even if you get close to me, what can you do... Ooh ooh ooh ooh!

Qiong and the others were also puzzled by this. Could it be that the wanted notice hadn't reached them yet? That shouldn't be the case.

We can't worry about all that now. Since we haven't been discovered, things will be much easier to do.

Upon arriving at the mechanical house, they easily gained Hilva's support.

In her words, Hiluva demonstrated an extraordinary familiarity with Cocolia.

Getting back to the main point, Qiong told Hilva everything he had seen and heard in the sinking area and about the "Star Core," and then handed over Bronya's letter.

Upon hearing this, Hilva immediately understood Bronya's intention, after all, she had studied "star cores" when she worked in the research department.

Later, with the help of Silva, he successfully broke through the Iron Guard's penalty area. Although the process was somewhat bumpy, he still had to fight with Jepard.

At this point, Qiong couldn't help but complain that every time she wanted to reason with someone, she always had to fight before she could convince them.

Fortunately, after handing over Bronya's letter, Jepard, having "calmed down," finally learned to be flexible.

Hilva was very happy. She was even thinking that after the trouble with the Star Core was resolved, Cocolia might return to her original form.

It's a pity she didn't have the chance to go with them.

Of course, don't misunderstand, nothing unexpected happened. It's just that I need to stay behind to take care of my younger brother and the injured guards.

After stepping into the Rift, Seele felt itchy all over. Staying here was really uncomfortable, as if many eyes were watching her.

"Look, there seems to be something on the ground ahead?"

"Be careful and don't touch anything in the Rift."

Danheng reminded March 7, but Xier had already arrived at the object's side and picked it up.

She recognized it as Bronya's at a glance. Qiong also remembered it; it was the one Seele had given to Bronya at the orphanage.

But seeing this now only made Seele feel uneasy. Just then, March 7th noticed two phantom figures not far away.

It was Bronya and Cocolia.

It seemed to be some kind of residual energy copied from the rift. Following them, the group finally had a goal to move forward.

After overcoming numerous hardships, they finally reached the summit of the snow-capped mountain, where Cocolia and Bronya had been waiting for them for a long time.

Bronya was acting strangely; she was clutching her head in pain, resisting something, while Cocolia was conveying the ideals of the new world to her.

Cocolia chose to believe in the new world brought about by the Star Core because she had no other choice.