In the current Elysian Realm, Aponia is undoubtedly the most special existence.
Because, unlike the other Fla-Chasers... including Elysia, who are all mory fragnts, she is the "original" who rged herself into the realm.
Within her lies a coordinate that can be used as an anchor.
Using it, and temporarily ignoring the issue of "cost," Ling ke could, like Otto in the original storyline when he manipulated Kolosten, precisely locate a specific point in ti in the Previous Era.
Naly: the period just before the "Third Honkai Eruption" of that era.
Of course, logically speaking, anyone who personally experienced that period should have a similar coordinate.
For example: Kevin, Fu Hua, and... Griseo, who is still floating sowhere in the sky, all exist in the Current Era.
But setting aside Fu Hua, who is now an enemy, and Griseo, who is currently untraceable, why didn't Ling ke just ask Kevin for help with this...
The reason is simple!
Because Kevin, Fu Hua, and Griseo, the three Fla-Chasers who survived into the Current Era, had all experienced periods of "dormancy."
The "ti" imprinted on them is far less clear than that of Aponia, who has remained "awake" throughout.
Although, within the Elysian Realm, there is also "Ard Doll: Klein," who has been working non-stop for tens of thousands of years.
Unfortunately, she was created after the "Tenth Honkai Eruption" in the Previous Era.
The timing doesn't match.
Only Aponia, in order to rember her dear friend... Elysia's past, how she lived, how she fought, how she walked through the mud, how she crowned herself with thorns... and ultimately, how she attended her own final banquet in new attire.
The nun, to rember everything about the "Daughter of God," remained alone through the long years.
From over 50,000 years ago, until today.
Thus, only Aponia can provide the most precise "coordinate," and only she has the qualification to beco an "anchor."
This point, after having communicated with the so-called "Will of Honkai" and having a vast amount of knowledge injected into his mind, Ling ke now clearly understands.
He admires this kind of strong ntal willpower that can endure over 50,000 years in the deepest darkness.
Because he couldn't do it.
But precisely because Aponia could...
Today, with the "malice" brought by Ling ke, the Previous Era has been given a "second chance."
In any case...
"Now, the 'second chance' for your era is right in front of you."
In the Elysian Realm hall, "Domination Puppet: Ling ke" stood before Aponia, speaking calmly, reiterating for who-knows-how-many-tis. "Will you seize this once-in-a-thousand... no, once-in-ten-thousand-years opportunity, or will you beco a sacrificial offering for this era?"
At this point, seeing that Aponiandidn't respond imdiately, "Domination Puppet: Ling ke" added on his own, "If it were , even the naive from before, I would have agreed to this deal without hesitation."
"After all, no matter whether this era has a future or not, it's not the era I lived in."
"And as long as there's a sliver of hope for my 'ho,' I would not hesitate to beco the villain."
"Not to ntion..."
"Domination Puppet: Ling ke" sneered, "even if you choose to refuse, this era has no future."
"Now, my plans are complete. In thirteen hours, no matter what, I will succeed in my revenge."
"It's just that the manner of success will differ."
Hearing this...
Sigh~
A long sigh sounded from not far away.
That pink-haired figure finally appeared.
The second of the Thirteen Fla-Chasers, bearing the title of "Truth," Elysia, the Daughter of God who has always loved everyone, truly did not wish to see the birth of a Avenger like Ling ke.
She had already learned all about Ling ke from Raiden i*l.
If possible, she genuinely hoped that Ling ke could walk out of the shadows of his past.
But the reason she hadn't appeared imdiately was because, upon secretly observing "Domination Puppet: Ling ke," she, like her friend Eden, had confird a cruel truth with just one glance.
Now, this black-haired youth's "heart" was already broken.
If the spilled water cannot be recovered, how can one walk out of the shadows?
For the first ti, she didn't know how to persuade soone.
Because the current Ling ke was more like a Herrscher than any Herrscher from the Previous Era.
At this mont...
"Herrscher boy, I have a question."
A voice tinged with deliberate provocation reached "Domination Puppet: Ling ke's" ears.
He turned to look and saw a petite green-haired figure sitting on a floating suitcase in another direction.
The tenth of the Thirteen Fla-Chasers, bearing the title of "Infinity," Mobius.
This mory fragnt, who dared to sche against her original self, now had only one question.
"You just said you would give our era a 'second chance.'"
Mobius narrowed her serpentine eyes slightly. "Then, I want to know, once your plan succeeds, what will happen to us (these mory fragnts)?"
To this...
"Simple."
Ling ke had clearly thought this through long ago, remotely controlling "Domination Puppet: Ling ke" to respond. "You are not my enemies."
"So, as part of the deal, I can guarantee your continued existence."
"I won't hide it from you."
"Initially, I will seal the entire 'Elysian Realm' within my Dominator Theater, isolating it."
"After that... well, that involves other parts of the deal."
"Of course, those who do not wish to continue existing (mory fragnts) can choose to perish along with this era."
"However, I personally suggest that you don't just let go so easily."
"Because next, it might be my enemies who will be 'destroying the world.'"
"Among them is Raiden i, whom you have helped and placed great hopes on."
After hearing this answer...
"Then I have no more questions."
Mobius smiled, then casually shrugged. "A free opportunity like this, I don't want to miss it."
She had clearly made her stance known.
As for the others...
Sigh~
Aponia also let out a long sigh, much like Elysia had earlier.
She knew very well that each of the Thirteen Fla-Chasers... harbored imnse regrets about the past.
However, the decision before them now was to seize the future of billions of others in exchange for their own "second chance."
Given their personalities, it was naturally difficult for them to openly voice their inner thoughts.
Thus...
"Then, let , who is already deeply burdened with sin, bear this 'karma' alone!"
As she spoke these words, Aponia looked in a certain direction.
There, a fox-eared assassin had already appeared.
She simply hadn't spoken.
Aponia still rembered the cause and effect between herself and her.
Over 50,000 years ago, it was because of her "Discipline" that Sakura's sister had died.
"This 'karma,' I should repay it."
Thinking of this...
"I..."
"We agree to your deal."
A low voice reached Aponia's ears.
Kevin... the mory fragnt of him within the Elysian Realm, stepped forward to stand before "Domination Puppet: Ling ke," his expression resolute.
"As the other party in this deal, please rember, and always rember, that this is the collective decision of the 'Thirteen Fla-Chasers.'"
"It is not Aponia's unilateral decision."
He turned to look at his comrades, who had all gathered at so point. "I'm sorry, everyone. From this mont on..."
"We are all sinners who have taken the hope of others, 'destroyers of the world.'"
Hearing his firm words, Elysia smiled.
At the bar, Eden, who had appeared, raised her glass to him.
In the workshop, Vill-V cheered for him.
Kalpas, who had regained his ability to move, crossed his arms and snorted, saying nothing.
Su, who had appeared alongside Kevin, wore a helpless expression, shaking his head with a light laugh.
Then there were Sakura, Kosmo, Mobius, Griseo, Hua... they had all appeared.
Finally, there was Pardofelis, who was a bit out of the loop...
"Boss Kevin, although I'm not entirely sure what's going on, I've always supported you!"
"Uh, wait, wait."
The catgirl suddenly scratched her head. "This ti, I probably don't have to risk my life, right? Hehe~"
Her interruption lightened the solemn atmosphere considerably.
At this mont, "Domination Puppet: Ling ke" watched all of this, the corners of his mouth curling up into a faint but noticeable smile.
He spoke slowly...
"Since I am the other party in this deal, allow to correct sothing..."
He indirectly conveyed the words of Ling ke's main body. "No matter how others comnt, belittle, or accuse, I, the 'most evil,' will acknowledge..."
"That you are the true 'saviors.'"
"Because this is the real..."
" falling into darkness, so that you may return to the light!"
Hearing this evaluation, the Fla-Chasers were montarily stunned.
But they quickly recovered.
At this mont, "Domination Puppet: Ling ke" actively restored his shattered face. "Then... the deal is struck. Let's begin!"
With that, he extended his right hand, palm facing down.
The Thirteen Fla-Chasers stepped forward, each placing their right hand on his.
Even though Mobius was clearly uncomfortable with the atmosphere, her face full of reluctance.
Even though Sakura was slightly allergic to cat fur and couldn't get too close to Pardofelis.
Finally, Aponia placed her right hand on top.
At this mont...
The "salvation" plan born from malice...
Officially, began!!!
Just then...
[Congratulations, host. You have obtained a new ga character template—Gilgash.]
Inside the Dominator Theater...
Ling ke's main body wore a playful smile. "Oh, this is really..."
"Quite the coincidence!"
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