Anime chat group , you let me come only after the world is destroyed?

Takumi looked at the message from Lala and fell silent.

Failed at the last step?

Lala, are you trying to defy the heavens?

That impressive?

Thinking this, Takumi became curious about what exactly Lala had managed to create.

Takumi: [I'll come take a look!]

He left a message in the group chat, then opened a spatial gate and headed toward Lala's research lab.

Lala was currently distressed, with her two younger sisters by her side.

Seeing the three sisters, Takumi's mood instantly improved.

The trio looked like triplets with unique traits, standing together they were truly a feast for the eyes.

Still, Takumi liked Momo the most among them.

Who wouldn't want such an understanding little sister-in-law?

"Takumi-sama!"

Momo was the first to notice Takumi's arrival and quickly greeted him.

Hearing her, Nana and Lala also came to their senses.

Lala looked at Takumi with great anticipation.

"You're here?"

"Please help me take a look. What exactly is the problem here?"

"I've clearly analyzed all the materials, but I just can't synthesize it."

"It fails every time at the synthesis step."

As soon as Takumi arrived, Lala quickly began explaining the issue she was facing.

Takumi's eyes fell on the massive equipment in front of Lala.

Inside was a pile of powder, likely the residue from repeated failed experiments.

"Try synthesizing it again. Let me see."

Takumi watched with interest.

This was Lala's work—using various materials to synthesize a Herrscher Core and infusing it with vast amounts of Honkai energy?

It was actually a pretty good idea.

But if it were that simple, success wouldn't be possible.

Still, Takumi wanted to see how Lala operated.

Upon hearing Takumi's suggestion, Lala nodded.

"Alright!"

"Momo, Nana, come help!"

"Let's try again."

She immediately sprang into action.

Her two sisters quickly began preparing all the necessary materials.

Soon, Lala restarted the experiment.

Takumi sensed a huge surge of Honkai energy gathering.

The materials broke down and began fusing into a specific compound.

Gradually, a violet-colored core crystal started forming inside the machine.

But just as the crystal began to take shape, the machine halted, and the core disintegrated on the spot.

Takumi sighed after watching the entire process.

"This won't work."

"This final step is the most critical."

"The core you created lacks... well, a core."

"To be precise—it has no Authority."

"Every Herrscher Core must contain Authority."

"And Authority isn't something you can just create."

"The reason the Herrscher of Reason's Authority can be replicated is because it understands other Authorities."

"It involves concepts that touch upon everything."

"Even so, only actual Herrschers can manifest them."

Takumi muttered on.

The essence of it was: if you're not a Herrscher, don't bother trying to replicate a Core.

Even the Herrscher of Reason's God Keys couldn't do it.

After hearing Takumi's explanation, Lala was clearly disappointed.

So it was totally unworkable?

"Ugh... all that work for nothing!"

Lala was frustrated.

According to Takumi, all her past efforts had been in vain.

"Well, not exactly."

"You could look deeper into the rules and principles."

"Eventually, you might combine the two approaches."

"Or better yet, find a safe method to allow a Herrscher Core to form naturally inside the body—so their own powers and the core fuse, creating a pseudo-Herrscher entity."

"That might be a better research direction."

"Whether or not it works is another question."

"You could also consult with Dr. Mei."

"People like Mei, Mobius, and Veliona have all conducted deep research on Herrscher Cores."

Takumi shared his suggestions.

Creating a pseudo-Herrscher Core shouldn't be too difficult.

Upon hearing this, Lala's eyes lit up and she fell into thought.

Could this really work?

"Dr. Mei and the others already gave me their research materials."

"Actually, my current work is based on their research."

"That's how I progressed so far so quickly."

"But from here onward, I'll have to rely on myself."

"I'll consult with the Genius Club members next."

"Your proposed research direction is excellent."

"Still, to be safe, I should proceed carefully."

Lala accepted Takumi's suggestion.

It was a great idea.

But she needed to discuss it with others first to gauge opinions.

Hearing this, Takumi nodded.

"Alright~!"

"Take your time."

"If it comes to it, I can give you a Herrscher of Reason Core to play with~!"

Upon hearing that, Lala's eyes gleamed, but she quickly calmed down.

"I'd rather figure it out myself."

"No rush!"

Lala had her own sense of pride.

If she could solve it herself, she wanted to.

The sense of accomplishment would be greater that way.

Takumi shrugged.

He didn't press further.

"Alright then, good luck!"

"If you need help, just let me know."

Lala nodded.

"I won't be shy!"

"Thanks for making the trip."

She genuinely appreciated Takumi's visit.

If he hadn't come, she might've stubbornly kept trying to brute-force it.

Takumi chuckled and let the subject drop.

He turned to Momo and Nana.

"How are you two adjusting here?"

"Haven't you been here for a long time now?"

Ever since Takumi's world and Lala's world connected, the three sisters had been staying here with no intention of returning.

They were princesses of the Galactic Empire after all.

Now, they didn't want to go back at all.

"We love it here~!"

"As for going back, no worries."

"Our empire is now fully managed by Prometheus. We don't have to worry about a thing."

"Even though we're here, we'll know right away if anything happens at home."

"Father is having the time of his life now."

Nana gave a rundown of their current situation.

Ever since Takumi started the grand exploration of the universe, her father had come over and joined the fights alongside Cosmo.

He was enjoying himself immensely.

Just yesterday, they had even contacted him.

And he told them not to message him unless absolutely necessary.

Talk about outrageous.