Ch-29 < Herrscher >

Kevin was busy with the soldiers when he heard a chime in his mind. The familiar notification sound from the system echoed, breaking his concentration.

*Host has obtained the Authority of Origin.*

*Reward: 40k system points.*

*Kevin Template: 20~23%.*

Kevin blinked in confusion. There were still 24 hours left for the analysis to be completed. "System, what happened?" he asked, frowning.

< Individual, Elysia, has used her Herrscher powers,> the system responded.

Kevin sighed, pinching the bridge of his nose. "I warned her not to use her power. Now the system will detect her. Her frequency will matches that of a Herrscher."

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After ensuring the civilians were safe, Elysia returned to the base. As she walked towards Kevin, she noticed Kevin serious expression, tinged with a hint of anger. Her steps slowed, and a flicker of fear crossed her mind. She felt the urge to turn and flee, but it was too late.

In a flash, Kevin was in front of her, gripping her head in an eagle claw. "Ow, ow! Kevin, that hurts," Elysia whimpered, tears welling in her eyes.

"What did I tell you?" Kevin's voice was stern, his eyes piercing.

"I'm sorry," Elysia replied, her voice small. "But innocent lives were on the line."

Kevin released his grip, his expression conflicted , his gaze softening as he saw the tears in her eyes.

He turned away, deep in thought. Is this the world's will? he wondered.

No, with the power of Origin, I can alter her original fate.

The knowledge of Elysia's potential sacrifice weighed on him.

Seeing Kevin lost in thought, Elysia tried to console him, saying, "Everything will be alright." She hugged him, feeling the tension in his body relax slightly, but the seriousness of the situation lingered.

Then, suddenly,

Kyaaah !

Kevin spanked her. "Don't butter me up," Kevin said, as Elysia put her hand on her bottom, which was burning.

Kevin pulled back slightly, his expression grave. "This isn't just about today. You know the risks of using your powers," he said, his voice heavy with concern.

Elysia nodded, looking down. "I know but toady was essential," she replied, her voice filled with quiet determination.

Kevin sighed, knowing she was right but still troubled. "If the higher-ups catch wind of this, the whole world might turn agaisnt you," he said.

"We'll have to say it was my stigma influencing you. They might believe it because its you. The pink odd ball of moth" Kevin made a plan.

Elysia managed a small, sad smile. "It's a risk ," she agreed, though the weight of the situation was clear in her eyes.

Kevin nodded, his resolve firming. "I don't blame you," he assured her. "I understand why you did it, but we need to be careful. I know you might do this again in the future to protect humanity, and I... I can't lose you like that."

Elysia's eyes softened, a wave of emotion washing over her. Kevin's understanding and support meant more to her than she could express. "Kevin. Don't worry i won't do anything dangerous ," she whispered, her voice thick with gratitude and affection..

She hugged him tightly.

They began walking towards Mobius's lab, the weight of the recent events hanging between them.

Kevin squeezed Elysia's hand gently, offering a silent promise of support. "

Whatever happens in future, we'll deal with it," he said, his voice steady.

Elysia nodded "We will. And thank you, Kevin" she replied, her voice laced with emotion.

Kevin and Elysia arrived at Mobius's lab

Mobius was already deep in her work, surrounded by data streams and holographic displays.

"Your predictions were spot on," Mobius said as she looked up from her work. Her voice carried a hint of admiration. "The Herrscher readings were detected near Sundown Alley. Or, to be precise, about 20 kilometers away from it."

Kevin's eyes narrowed slightly. *That's Elysia's reading he thought, keeping his expression neutral.

He needed to steer the conversation away from anything that could incriminate her.

"So, the Herrscher was close to Elysia and didn't attack the crowd?" he asked, attempting to shift the focus.

Mobius nodded, her expression thoughtful. "Yes, and it's quite odd. The behavior doesn't fit the usual patterns of Herrschers," she mused.

Kevin quickly seized the opportunity to redirect the discussion. "So, the new Herrscher is there, and I can presume it has some relation to ice?" he suggested, trying to sound speculative.

Mei, who had been quietly analyzing the data on a nearby terminal, chimed in. "Indeed. But it's not just simple ice control," she said, her brow furrowing. "The data suggests it's more like an ability to reduce thermal energy."

Very close. To be precise it's de-acceleration Kevin thought.

"There's no sign of an eruption yet?" he asked, hoping to keep the conversation moving.

Mobius shook her head. "Not yet. But if the Herrscher is suppressing its power, it could be preparing for something bigger," she speculated.

Kevin nodded, his expression serious. "If there's no eruption yet, we should move in. It's better to deal with the Herrscher before it completes its transformation," he suggested, eager to divert suspicion.

The team agreed. "We don't have much time. We need to act quickly," Mobius said, her voice resolute.

Kevin prepared to leave, heading towards the area with the highest concentration of Honkai energy.

As he suited up, the atmosphere in the lab was tense. Mobius and Mei continued to monitor the situation, while Elysia watched Kevin with a mixture of concern and admiration.

"Be careful out there," Mei said, her voice soft but firm. Her eyes reflected a deep worry for Kevin's safety.

Mobius gave a curt nod. "We'll keep monitoring the situation from here. If anything changes, we'll let you know immediately," she assured him.

Elysia stood a bit apart, her expression pensive. "Kevin good luck " she said.

Kevin turned to her, his gaze steady. "Don't worry. I'll handle this," he said to her.

Elysia nodded.

On the Way to the Epicenter

As Kevin made his way towards the epicenter of the Honkai energy, he couldn't shake the complex feelings swirling inside him.

His senses heightened, he quickly identified the source of the chaos: a massive Honkai beast.

The creature stood tall, a terrifying amalgamation of boar and elephant features, with tusks protruding from its head and a thick, black exoskeleton that glowed ominously with blue light.

The beast effortlessly demolishing buildings in its path.

Kevin recognized it immediately,

Isn't that Parvati? They used this beast's genes on canon Kevin during the MANTIS surgery, he thought grimly.

His newly enhanced armor, equipped with flight capabilities, hummed to life. With a burst of energy, Kevin launched himself into the air, propelling forward with incredible speed.

He targeted the beast, aiming for a vulnerable spot. His feet connected with a powerful kick, delivering a forceful blow to the creature's head.

The impact sent the beast crashing into a nearby building, the ground quaking under the force of its fall. Debris and dust erupted from the site, obscuring the view momentarily.

The beast quickly recovered, letting out a guttural roar. Its eyes glowed with icy fury as it unleashed a beam of ice towards Kevin. Reacting swiftly, Kevin conjured twin fireballs, hurling them to intercept the attack.

The fireballs clashed with the icy beam, creating a sizzling explosion. The second fireball found its mark, striking the beast directly and enveloping it in a burst of flames.

Angered, the beast released a surge of freezing energy, a frigid wave that swept through the area. Kevin felt the temperature drop sharply.

The beast, now glowing with an even fiercer blue, charged at him with immense speed, its massive body crushing everything in its way. The ground shook with each step, the surrounding buildings shuddering from the shockwaves.

But Kevin stood his ground. With 23% of the Kevin Template integrated into him, his strength and abilities were vastly enhanced.

the beast closed in, he met its charge head-on. Swinging his arm with incredible force, he struck the beast's head, generating a shockwave that rattled the ground. The beast roared in agony, its cry echoing through the ruins.

Undeterred, the beast attempted to counterattack, spinning its massive body to use its tail as a weapon. But Kevin was quicker. He caught the tail mid-swing, his grip unyielding. With a mighty effort, he swung the beast around, the momentum carrying it through the air.

With a resounding crash, he slammed it into a large building, the structure crumbling under the force.

Kevin then summoned the Divine Key, a powerful weapon capable of harnessing vast amounts of Honkai energy. Transforming it into its gun form, the weapon glowed with a dark, purplish hue. Honkai energy gathered at the barrel, crackling with raw power. Kevin aimed at the struggling beast, and with a fierce determination, he fired.

A massive beam of energy shot forth,

engulfing the beast in a blinding explosion. The ground shook violently, the blast wave sending debris flying in all directions.

Lightning arced across the sky as the energy dissipated, leaving behind a scorched landscape. The area around the impact was charred, the earth itself turned to molten lava. The once-mighty beast was no more, reduced to mere traces of its former self.

As the dust settled, Kevin stood amidst the devastation, the Divine Key still in his hand. He surveyed the aftermath, his expression serious. The power he wielded was immense.

So strong... he thought, both amazed and sobered by the display of power. Yet, there was no time for reflection.

He sensed a huge honkai energy. The energy is far higher than emperor class honkai beast.

A/N~ stones ??