The collapse of the three worlds is cruel.
Because there are hundreds of millions of ordinary people with no power to resist the countless natural and man-made disasters caused by the "collapse."
The world of "Beng" is also beautiful again.
Because…
There are those who, no matter how much they have lost in the past, bear all causes and consequences, and all sins.
They always have a chance to start over.
Or… they can fulfill their dreams and satisfy their obsessions.
Is this fair?
Apparently.
"No matter what world you're in, there is no real justice."
"Those who receive preferential treatment are often the strong."
Standing center stage, Ling voiced his conclusion indifferently.
Days later.
—This is our reporter reporting live from Tokyo.
—As you can see, a riot has broken out in the streets.
"Boom!"
—The shocking revelations have driven angry citizens to take to the streets in outrage and disbelief, setting fire to government buildings.
At Schicksal Headquarters, in an unknown chamber—
Kiana sat alone before a personal console, watching the live news feed on the screen, a storm of emotions swirling inside her.
On screen, the camera shifted to show a massive protest.
People held banners and chanted in unison:
—Destroy the Herrscher! Give me back my home!
—Destroy the Herrscher! Give me back my home!
If one looked closely, they could see many ordinary citizens holding family portraits, familiar faces, on huge posters and flags.
Ling Ke, Mei Yi, and others…
And yet, their portraits were slashed through with giant Xs or scrawled over with bitter and obscene words.
Some even brought them out into the streets to burn them.
And not just that…
—Disband Schicksal!
—Severe punishment for Anti-Entropy!
—Put World Serpent on trial!
—They disregard human life!
—Inhuman!
—The international community doesn't need these plagues!
The emblems of the three major anti-Honkai organizations were also caught in the people's crosshairs.
Among them, Europe, West Asia, and North America pointed fingers at Schicksal.
Countries like the Far East and Singapore condemned Anti-Entropy.
As for World Serpent…
That very day, the internal truth of Tianqiong City was exposed. People learned that the "Shencheng Medicine" organization, under World Serpent's name, had attempted human experimentation on the city's entire population…
The Shenzhou government issued a strong protest.
Now, billions of people around the world knew…
What happened in the "Berlin Fire" decades ago.
What happened during the "Meteorite Disaster" more than ten years ago.
What happened in the "Fall of Changkong City" just a few years back.
And also, where the true cause behind the ongoing "global hunt" operation came from.
Is the Herrscher humanity's enemy?
Correct!
But… how did a Herrscher come into being?
It was the result of the arrogance and malice of certain unscrupulous scum.
People now knew: the experiment was called "Céline."
They knew of the pawn named "Raiden Mei."
And they knew Ling Ke's past.
Many archived videos preserved by the West Asia branch had been leaked, showing real experimental footage.
Now, the whole world understood…
Why Ling Ke hated humanity so deeply.
Some had begun to understand him.
Of course, there were also those who said, with grim satisfaction: he deserves it.
Because these people… had lost loved ones or close friends during the recent "global hunt" initiated by Ling Ke.
No doubt, Ling Ke himself cared little about these accusations.
Because from the moment he calmed down, his stance had been crystal clear.
There was nothing left to say. Even without mentioning his identity as the "Law of Domination," the five words "the great player who destroys the world" said it all.
But compared to Ling Ke in his current state…
Whether it was Kiana, or Mei…
Or Schicksal, Anti-Entropy, or World Serpent…
The pressure they were under was far greater than Ling Ke's.
Because Ling Ke was an enemy of all humanity.
And they were being viciously attacked and abused by the very people they sought to protect.
—Sigh~
Kiana rubbed her head and turned off the video in front of her.
She thought about going for a walk.
She just… wanted…
Yes.
Even now that the three organizations had formed an alliance and were working together, she didn't want to see that face.
If not for him, Master Himeko would never have—
—Master Himeko!
Kiana's emotions surged as she thought of that fiery figure in red.
Her whereabouts remained unknown.
And according to World Serpent's leader, Kevin Kaslana, her chances of survival were extremely low—close to zero.
—Master Himeko, I hope you're okay!
—I…
As she stepped out of the room alone, already feeling uneasy, Kiana suddenly heard another video broadcast coming from the adjacent house.
—Dear viewers and listeners, good morning, afternoon, and evening.
—I'm your trusted host on the air —— Doni Womirian.
—Today, I'm once again here to reveal to the world the hidden truths buried in darkness over these past years…
Kiana stopped.
The person next door was Mei.
She didn't dare face her friend directly right now.
Because in recent days, Raiden Mei's condition had not been good.
Although her father, Raiden Ryoma, was under the protection of the three major organizations…
It seemed the events that took place on the Huberian's deck that day, along with the recent flood of public opinion, had taken a massive toll on her.
As for the broadcast she was watching…
Doni Womirian.
A mysterious man whom neither Schicksal, Anti-Entropy, nor World Serpent had been able to trace any past records of.
Ji Fang later deduced that this man was most likely one of Ling Ke's subordinates.
It was he who had suddenly become active on the world stage in recent days, revealing, one by one, all the secrets related to "Honkai."
During this time, Doni Womirian's personal account, his livestream channel, and even the portal and forum he created…
Despite all efforts from the most elite IT personnel of the three organizations, nothing could be shut down or deleted.
It was precisely due to his relentless revelations that the international public opinion storm had reached terrifying proportions.
Now, Doni Womirian's audience had soared to hundreds of millions.
Each of his live broadcasts and recorded videos was watched by hundreds of millions.
It could be said that this man only needed to sit in his studio to stir the greatest waves in the world.
Today.
—Today I bring a piece of gossip to all my listening friends, the authenticity of which has not been 100% confirmed.
—Yes, you heard that right. I must emphasize again: this news has not been officially verified by any party. Please judge its truth for yourselves.
Kiana, outside the door, perked up her ears.
As far as she knew, Doni Womirian always started with that disclaimer when he couldn't verify a fact 100%.
Many said he was remarkably meticulous.
That made his revelations even more credible.
And now—
—It is said that during the "Second Eruption" that broke out in Siberia over a decade ago, the leader of Anti-Entropy, Walter Young, faced off against the Second Herrscher multiple times.
—It is undeniable that he, inheriting the legacy and power of the former executor, sacrificed greatly in those battles.
—But at the time, perhaps he made a grave misjudgment… one that would impact future generations.
With a calm tone, Doni Womirian clearly knew how to stir the public's emotions.
The rhythm of his speech was skillfully controlled.
And he continued…
—I previously revealed that Céline…, later known as the Second Herrscher, suffered immensely in the "Babylon Laboratory" secretly established by Schicksal.
—She was tortured herself, and her closest friends were used one by one as disposable resources, dying tragically.
—Yet those inhuman researchers claimed: "Orphans should be honored to sacrifice themselves for Valkyries and Schicksal."
—That's why, when she became the Second Herrscher, the first thing that came to her mind was: vengeance against "Schicksal," vengeance for all Valkyries.
—She didn't even know at the time that her greatest enemy was the Archbishop of Schicksal.
—However, during a confrontation with her, Mr. Walter said with a smile:
—"I, Walter, challenge you in the name of humanity."
—"God! Let's see whether humanity deserves to survive."
—From then on, Céline's target of vengeance expanded: it was no longer just Schicksal, but all of humanity.
Silently, Kiana continued listening outside the door.
Because, deep in her mind…
—Hmph. That's exactly how it happened, ☆
Indeed, the one involved had given a definitive answer.