Honkai Simulator: Start with Confessing to The Herrscher of Finality

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After bidding farewell to Dr. Mobius, Xia Chen returned to the main hall of Elysium.

Unlike Raiden Mei's relentless pursuit of truth, Xia Chen's focus was solely on Fu Hua and Herrscher of Sentience. He had no interest in other Heroic Spirits, let alone uncovering the secrets of the previous civilization era.

The glory and past of the prior era held little appeal to Xia Chen. Moreover, if he wanted insights about individuals from that time, he could rely on the simulator. Although the simulation scenarios were intermittent, they proved more manageable than dealing with the Heroic Spirits directly.

Upon returning to the Garden of Eden's main hall, Xia Chen initially intended to find Herrscher of Sentience, as letting Kalpas encounter another Herrscher might lead to unpredictable complications.

However, instead of finding Senti, he encountered the Book of Fuxi and Klein.

"The armed dolls crafted by Senior Sisters Fuxi and Nuwa truly reflect their distinctive styles."

At that moment, Klein was examining the Book of Fuxi's body. "Yes, I've fully charged your power source now."

"Thank you very much, little Klein."

Despite being created after Klein, the Book of Fuxi still referred to him as 'little Klein'.

"It's nothing," Klein replied with a shake of his head. "Just that both senior sisters didn't... Sorry, I forgot - after all, they were human."

No ordinary human could survive such an extended period.

The Book of Fuxi blinked, "Indeed, my two mistresses couldn't accompany me and the Immortals for too long."

"However, having inherited their wisdom, it's as if they still exist in this world, and moreover..."

"As long as that task is completed, they will reappear, won't they?"

The Book of Fuxi's words left Klein momentarily silent.

"If you're referring to Project Stigma, I must say the chances are exceedingly slim. While the Stigmata serve as vessels for consciousness, they cannot collect dispersed awarenesses. Even if Project Stigma succeeds now, Nuwa and Fuxi worlds' consciousnesses would not reappear."

Her phrase "exceedingly slim" was already being quite diplomatic.

In reality, the probability was virtually zero.

However, the Book of Fuxi shook its pages. "Klein, Nuwa's Master has always taught me that pure mathematics and theory cannot calculate everything. I believe both Masters will return."

"Well, if that's your belief, I won't dispute it," Klein responded.

These two dolls mirrored their creators perfectly—one governed by absolute rationality, the other brimming with emotion.

Xia Chen approached them. "Hey little ones, what are you discussing?"

"Oh, visitor, you're here?" Klein greeted Xia Chen, concerned. "Has Dr. Mobius done anything untoward to you?"

"If she had, do you think I'd still be standing here?" Xia Chen replied half-jokingly.

It seemed Dr. Mobius had intended to tamper with him, but upon approaching, she was thwarted by the System's safeguards. Additionally, Xia Chen had firmly rejected her imprints.

He remained cautious, never giving Mobius any opportunity.

"You're right; if the doctor wanted to do something to you, you wouldn't be standing here now."

Despite Xia Chen being a Herrscher, Klein had unwavering confidence in Dr. Mobius.

"So what were you two discussing earlier?" Xia Chen curiously asked, "Anything related to me or the Herrscher of Sentience?"

"Why so eager to know our girl talk?" Little Fuxi paused before adding, "Even though both Xiao Klein and I are adorable, don't get any funny ideas."

Klein responded, "I recall that humans and armed dolls aren't allowed to marry."

Xia Chen fell silent, realizing clearly that these two armed dolls did not intend to reveal much information to him.

The Elysian Realm undoubtedly held many mysteries, but unlike Raiden Mei, Xia Chen couldn't afford to spend half a year exploring it.

"The Herrscher of Sentience should be stable now," he expressed his thoughts, "As someone not affiliated with World Serpent, lingering here too long isn't ideal. If there's no need for my presence, then I'll take my leave."

Xia Chen's intention to leave was genuine.

Apart from Stigmata, there wasn't much else within the Elysian Realm that held his interest, including even the imprints.

He had already found answers from Mobius, although they currently provided little benefit to him.

Klein responded to Xia Chen's inquiry, "The Herrscher of Sentience is emotionally stable now, but I suggest visitors stay for some time longer. After all, it's also for the safety of your Herrscher companion."

It was clear that Klein understood the deep hostility Heroic Spirits harbored towards Herrschers.

Moreover, in the previous era, Su's teacher met her demise due to the Herrscher of Sentience.

Xia Chen sighed, "Fine, after all, I brought her here."

While Raiden Mei seemed adept at navigating the Elysian Realm according to the storyline, she and the Herrscher of Sentience were fundamentally different challenges.

He decided to wait here for a while longer.

Little Fuxi floated beside him, "That's right, and there's still something you need to accomplish?"

"Me? What can I possibly do in this Garden?"

"Of course, it's about comforting the Herrscher of Sentience. I can sense that she actually likes you quite a lot."

Xia Chen remained silent, slightly taken aback.

Meanwhile, Elysia had brought the Herrscher of Sentience to Hua.

"Ah, Hua, look who I've brought back with me."

Hua, engrossed in her martial arts practice, glanced at the Herrscher of Sentience with surprise in her eyes. "Are you... my future self?"

"That's correct," replied the Herrscher of Sentience, hands on hips confidently. "But now, I'm no longer as rigid as before."

"How eloquently put," Elysia chimed in, beaming. "The present Hua has indeed changed significantly and become even more adorable."

Hua remained silent, unsure how to respond.

The Herrscher of Sentience nodded in agreement. "I find her more charming too. It's surprising I didn't realize earlier how approachable Elysia is; well, I'm increasingly fond of you now."

"Hmm, perhaps it's because we share some similarities," Elysia suggested.

Watching from the side, Hua observed 'herself' conversing with Elysia, suddenly feeling self-doubt creep in.

"Will my future self...change like this?"

Elysia blinked curiously. "Hua, why not greet your future self?"

"Apologies, I was just lost in thought." Hua paused, then looked at the Herrscher of Sentience. "It's quite a significant difference, hard to process immediately."

The Herrscher of Sentience patted her chest reassuringly. "Understandable, honestly. My past self was too rigid, much like you are now. Ah, embracing this new life feels truly liberating."

Her tone was filled with ease, yet beneath it lay an indescribable subtlety.

The contrast was simply too vast.

Not just Hua, even she herself harbored doubts.

Is she... truly Fu Hua?