Himeko and Fu Hua's Conversation

[This company has finally opened up the next main Story, can't wait for it]

[Let's start, I want to see how tuna escaped the danger, she's the main character!]

[That's the name of the chapter, Queen's Descent...]

[I'll see how tuna escapes the danger. Mihoyo is very particular about the naming of the game, so who does this name symbolize?]

// Main story: Chapter 8, Queen's Descent. \\

(in the Global version it's called "Will of the Herrscher" and "Queen's Descent" you can also use the word "arrival')

As the story unfolds, we find Theresa and Himeko have divided their forces into two. Himeko, along with Dr. Tesla, spearheads an invasion on Schicksal's Third Air Port, leading a mecha force from Anti Entropy…

The opening scene is quite intense.

"Damn… What terrible timing… Time… Time is running out?"

Himeko, maneuvering the mech, looks sadly at her hand. A trace of blood has already spilled from the corner of her mouth. She speaks with a hint of resignation in her voice.

As the camera angle shifts to her hand, the audience realizes that her palm is also smeared with blood. A chilling sight indeed.

[Hey, hey, hey, don't scare me, Tuna hasn't been saved yet! Himeko-sensei's body again...]

(Oh, I remember now! Kiana used to be called a bug in the previous chapter. Thanks to Luo Mo's fondness for the nickname, we've switched it to Tuna. Almost forgot about that, but someone's comment reminded me of the tuna joke.)

(But isn't it strange? I forgot to include the tuna sword in the story. I'll ask Luo Mo to add it in now.)

After a whirlwind of events, Kiana still ended up being dubbed as Tuna…

Her own opinion? Well, when it comes to nicknames, does it really matter what she thinks?

.....

"Himeko, I have a bad feeling about your health…" Theresa voiced her concern, her words filled with unease.

Himeko, however, responded with a smile, "Of course, it's not like in the game. I haven't engaged in a fight for ages!" But her words were cut short as she bent over, coughing.

"Hey, Himeko, you're not going to start coughing up blood too, are you? Don't scare me!" Theresa exclaimed, her worry evident.

"Say what! I just choked on the sip of wine I just took. But if you keep pushing me like this, I guess it's almost time!" Himeko managed to chuckle, despite her discomfort.

In reality, she did feel a sweet taste at the back of her throat, the unmistakable taste of blood. But luckily, she could suppress it for now.

If it wasn't possible to suppress it, she might as well fight until her last breath, just like in the video.

Next, she was ready to see how she fought until the last moment in the video!

Himeko looked at the screen with a complex expression, but no matter what, she… was prepared for whatever was to come.

In the video, Himeko is confronted by Tesla's blunt statement, "It seems like you won't be able to embark on your death-seeking journey this time."

Himeko, however, feigns ignorance, claiming she has no idea what Tesla is talking about.

Tesla retorts that she has encountered many individuals like Himeko, those who are willing to sacrifice themselves to pave the way for their companions, repeatedly risking their lives without a second thought for their own wellbeing.

With a smile, Himeko inquires if Tesla followed her just to share this insight.

Tesla, however, quickly dismisses Himeko's assumption, stating that she's only present because she's encountered someone even more foolish than Himeko, and such individuals tend to irk her.

[…Something feels off! Is the game starting to raise death flags?]

[I enjoy the game's additional content, but this kind of ominous foreshadowing, I dislike it!]

The scene then shifts to Himeko and Tesla encountering Rita and Fu Hua, who had arrived to clean up the aftermath.

Fu Hua, in a gentle tone, expresses her reluctance to harm Himeko-sensei and attempts to persuade Himeko about something.

But Himeko says that she and Theresa already know that 'Kiana' not really Kiana.

Fu Hua, puzzled, questions why they would allow Kiana to roam free when her existence poses a threat to many.

Himeko retorts with a hint of mockery in her voice, "Speaking grandly while pushing an innocent girl towards death. Fu Hua, is this your idea of justice?"

Caught off guard, Fu Hua falls silent for a moment before responding in a subdued voice, "In the fight against Honkai, sacrifices are unavoidable."

She adds, "Showing mercy… will only invite more devastating consequences."

Himeko, undeterred, voices her stance, "Don't you understand what 'sacrifices are unavoidable' truly means?"

"Fu Hua, what is truly horrifying is not the number of lives this world has claimed. Rather, it's the number of people it has conditioned to accept the loss of lives as a norm."

The conversation comes to an end, leaving the duo defenseless against the formidable pair of S-Class Valkyries, Rita and Fu Hua.

Their conversation sparked a flurry of thoughts among the observers.

[I believe both of them have valid points. Fu Hua is looking at the situation from a broader perspective, considering the welfare of all mankind, while Himeko is focusing on the individual, emphasizing humanity and spirituality. It's a tough debate!]

[Argue what? It's all the writers' fault! They just had to make Fu Hua defect and stand against the protagonist group.]

[But now… with Himeko and Tesla captured, who's going to rescue our beloved Tuna?]

As the game progressed, Pardo watched in disbelief. "Hua… Oooooooooh, how did Hua end up like this?" she asked, her voice filled with shock.

"She's definitely become much stronger, but she seems a bit cold now! What's happening?" Pardo's confusion was evident as she tried to make sense of the unfolding events.

Elysia let out a soft sigh, "I believe the years have shaped Hua, making her somewhat ruthless… well… Let's see, there's probably also the influence of Schicksal?"

She then turned her gaze towards Luo Mo, hesitating for a moment before posing her question, "As the boss and the writer of these two chapters, who do you think is right?"

A hint of apprehension was evident in her expression. It was clear to her that Kiana was undoubtedly the herrscher.

So, would Himeko's choice be the correct one?

Luo Mo paused for a moment before responding, "In regards to that, I don't believe it's appropriate to categorize them both in terms of right or wrong."

"Fu Hua didn't start out this way. Over the long years, she has experienced many things. She knows and understands that there are certain things that cannot be changed. Time has taught her to make choices, regardless of whether they are right or wrong."

"And as Ellie mentioned, the influence of Schicksal on Hua is also extremely profound. Oh yes, now that she's civilized, she's changed her name to Fu Hua."

"Fu… Hua?" Elysia echoed, her gaze falling on her former comrades who now seemed like strangers. She too, let out a slight sigh.

The prospect of venturing out and witnessing the current Fu Hua was incredibly enticing!

Turning to her companion, Elysia asked, "Eden? What do you think?"

Caught off guard, Eden gently sipped the wine in her hand before responding with a hint of tipsiness, "I'm quite looking forward to seeing Himeko's performance! Anyone who can utter such profound words must surely possess a soul that sparkles brilliantly!"

She added, "I'd love to share a drink with her, to witness firsthand how the human soul can shine and captivate even after a century!"

The video then transitioned to Theresa's perspective after Tesla and Himeko were captured.

Theresa informed Mei that the academy had assessed the current situation and decided to deactivate the bomb implanted in Mei's chest.

Mei expressed her gratitude, thanking the academy for providing her with shelter in the past.

Now, Mei declared that she no longer wished to run away. She wanted to confront the personality within her and attempt to use her power to protect those she held dear.

Suddenly, a powerful spatial fluctuation occurred, and the players seemed to hear Kiana's voice. She called out 'Mei'.

On the screen, a captivating scene unfolds. Kiana, with her shoulder-length white hair, is seen cradling Mei in a princess-style hug.

Taken aback yet filled with joy, Mei inquires about Kiana's well-being.

"I'm fine, I'm fine," Kiana reassures her, her voice steady and calm.

However, as she continues to speak, her tone gradually shifts. It becomes increasingly distorted, culminating in a maniacal laugh that echoes ominously.

"So good… It's almost like gaining a new life," she declares, her words hanging heavy in the air, adding an eerie undertone to the seemingly tender moment.