Honkai Impact: I, The Herrscher of Ice, Am Loved By Players-Chapter 195: Turning Abruptly, Farewell Grandpa

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While players in the real world have entered the Lunar New Year update, there is no such equivalent in the Honkai World. The events unfolding here actually span only a few months.

As the World Serpent expands Kallen's Fantasy, both Schicksal and Anti-Entropy divert their attention, to some extent, towards this game. They want to understand what exactly the World Serpent intends to achieve with it. In their view, the World Serpent must have ulterior motives behind these actions.

Of course, they could never fathom Ana's true purpose and intentions, as the goals and motivations of the current World Serpent significantly differ from those of the other two major organizations.

Naturally, most of the senior members remain oblivious to the bigger picture, but this also highlights that the World Serpent...actually doesn't require numerous high-ranking officers. What the World Serpent truly needs is just one immensely powerful Lord.

"Failed again!"

In "Kallen's Fantasy," Theresa sighed deeply upon seeing the notification before her. She then opened the friend list interface, where names like Durandal and Kiana appeared.

Due to some unique circumstances, this game required real-name registration without any nicknames allowed. Consequently, virtually all staff members of Schicksal and Anti-Entropy were aware that the current Schicksal Bishop, Theresa, was deeply engrossed in it.

Among them was Amber, who continued serving as Theresa's secretary.

This wasn't surprising at all, given that, in a sense, Kallen Kaslana was their mother, with her bloodline flowing through their veins. Naturally, they would be more invested in anything related to her.

Initially, Anti-Entropy suspected it might be a plot by the World Serpent targeting Theresa, but after thorough investigation, they dismissed the idea.

Honestly, no detrimental situations for Theresa had been observed within the game thus far. Any issues encountered were likely due to the game being newly launched and not fully optimized. However, with just a bit of guidance from gaming experts Bronya and Kiana, these problems were swiftly resolved.

Subsequently, the game developers released updates and maintenance patches, adding features such as friends lists, save files, and leaderboards. Of course, to the two doctors of Anti-Entropy, these additions seemed rather insignificant.

What they found more intriguing was why the World Serpent rushed to release this incomplete game so hastily—it indeed raised suspicions.

Unfortunately, no matter how talented these two doctors were, as long as they couldn't match Mei's intellect or reach her level of understanding, they could not dispel the mist shrouded by a nascent god.

As for Theresa, her interest in playing the game wasn't solely due to Holy Maiden Kallen's presence. She realized that through this game, she could learn and gain valuable insights.

Additionally, although Otto had no special privileges, Ana chose to discreetly extend some care towards Theresa, granting her subtle buffs and advantages.

Well, every game needs its shills, right?

Moreover, Ana understood that those abilities would be beneficial for Theresa. In the future, Earth would still rely on leaders like her.

And what about Alliance Leader Welt? Naturally, he'd just have to roll over to another stage.

"This game is truly mysterious."

Theresa didn't rush to start a new session immediately because, even with good luck, one game could take half a day in real-time, while within the game, several days might pass.

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This was possible due to Ana's implementation of time acceleration within the game. Additionally, she had set anti-addiction measures, as time acceleration could be overwhelming for ordinary individuals, leading to a mismatch between their consciousness and physical state.

Naturally, Otto and Theresa were exceptions; they could handle it effortlessly. Hence, Ana did not impose restrictions on these special players.

Both doctors, having discerned this aspect, are now conducting investigations around this feature, which is expected to take several more days.

Theresa, naturally, remains unaware of these details, and even if she knew, she would respect Ana's decisions.

Currently, she feels slightly frustrated, mainly because she keeps getting stuck at a particular point in the game. With the cheats provided by Ana, Theresa became the second player to pass the first Trial, but the challenges afterward remain no less daunting.

Her proposed solution leans towards appeasement, as in some ways, she and Kallen share similar traits. Both Marcel and Lisa perceive them as easily manipulable individuals.

Of course, this is merely Ana's speculation. Naturally, Theresa is constantly under Ana's observation, although Ana does not intentionally focus on her.

For God, if He wished to observe something, there was no need for deliberate focus; His omniscience naturally facilitated it. Moreover, this game itself is His creation.

"Absolutely no guidance whatsoever."

With a soft sigh, Theresa opened the leaderboard and began browsing. Apart from herself and the player named 'Fool', none of the other players had completed the first stage.

The player 'Fool' stood far ahead, leaving others in awe. It seemed clear that aside from official sources, only this 'Fool' possessed significant experience with the game.

However, based on Schicksal's investigation, 'Fool' was likely an official shill, maintaining a distant demeanor.

Nevertheless, Theresa decided to give it a try. As the Schicksal Bishop and ranked second on the leaderboard, perhaps this official shill named 'Fool' would show some consideration.

Indeed, her belief that 'Fool' was an official shill stemmed primarily from his unique hidden nickname.

But in reality, 'Fool' truly represented his current identity.

With a hopeful mindset, Theresa sent a message to the player known as 'Fool'.

"Miss Kallen, I believe we should..."

Within the world bubble, Otto is sharing his ideas with Kallen. Under his influence, she rapidly transforms into the true Saintess, gaining immense public esteem.

Of course, this alone is not sufficient.

To overthrow the old Schicksal, one needs armed forces. In his previous life, Fool chose to bide his time at a monastery, ultimately cultivating the first batch of Valkyries. With their support, he could effectively counter Schicksal's elite combatants and gain a decisive advantage.

However, his ability to do so then was due to his noble status and the circumstances following his defeat. Lisa and Marcel had lowered their guard against him, providing an opportunity for action.

Now, with Fool's identity as Kallen's advisor exposed, he can no longer discreetly undertake such endeavors.

Additionally, openly opposing the old Schicksal presents another challenge: Kallen herself becomes a hindrance.

Kallen, somewhat rigid or stubborn by nature—a trait shaped by her era—was initially unable to fully abandon her illusions until her death. It was only after witnessing her demise that Fool completely awakened from his fantasies.

Although the current Kallen understands the essence of Schicksal, being its priestess and a warrior of the Kaslana family limits her loyalty.

It's simply unavoidable, as in a sense, she too benefits from her current position.

Much like in the past real world.

Fortunately, this is just a world bubble, allowing the Fool to repeatedly reset and experiment, seeking a genuine solution to save everyone. As Ana anticipated, it would be a long and arduous process.

However, the Fool remains undeterred; this is his only course of action now. Moreover, being able to continually see Kallen brings him immense satisfaction.

Currently, the Fool's sole hope is to create a world that aligns with Kallen's wishes.

Due to these reasons, he typically ignores private messages and inquiries from other players. But this time, almost inadvertently, he glanced at the sender's name.

He knew well that this game requires full identity verification, given its connection to a world bubble, which necessitates scanning upon entry.

"Theresa..."

A nostalgic expression flickered across the Fool's eyes.

The name Theresa originally brought... Never mind, best not dwell on those thoughts now.

"What's wrong?" The puzzled voice of a lovely companion nearby jolted the Fool out of his reminiscence. He shook his head.

"It's nothing..."

As his words trailed off, the world momentarily paused.

Fool adjusted his collar, exited this world bubble, and entered the shared player world bubble. Each time he arrived here, he marveled at His divine power.

Using a world bubble as a game server—such is the whimsy of a God!

Currently, Fool appeared as a Raksha from "The Chronicles of Shenzhou: Sword's Demise." Naturally, within the world bubble, everyone perceived him distinctly different from Otto.

Over time, most people would even forget about Otto, who sacrificed himself to save Kallen, considering he was merely a minor character.

"Hello, Theresa."

In the players' chat area, Fool gradually materialized, speaking with his usual grace and gentlemanly demeanor. However, it felt somewhat strange to him, given that he was addressing his own granddaughter.

"Hello, Fool."

Theresa did not recognize the person before her as her grandfather from her previous life; she simply returned the greeting. By now, she had confirmed that the individual in front of her was not an official game moderator but a genuine player.

Perhaps this player shared some similarities with her grandfather, allowing her to achieve greater success within the game.

"May I inquire how I can assist you, Your Excellency?" Fool asked gently while observing his granddaughter before him. During this period, he had been completely immersed in the world bubble, naturally losing any perception of the original intrinsic world.

And Ana, well, after tossing him into the game, she essentially ignored him entirely.

After all, according to Divine Self's calculations, it would take the Fool an incredibly long time to complete the rescue mission. Furthermore, there was no further growth potential for the Fool himself, making him expendable to Ana.

If she felt nostalgic, she could check on him; otherwise, she might as well treat him as if he never existed. What? You ask about Ana's previous plans? If she remembers them, they exist; if not, then consider nothing happened at all.

In any case, those were merely thoughts of Ana's, not binding commitments, and they did not affect her Dao heart.

Fool carefully studied the young girl before him. He could sense that during his absence, his granddaughter had undergone a profound transformation, truly becoming a dependable individual.

As her grandfather, this brought him a sense of relief, although he also felt slightly regretful for missing Theresa's succession ceremony.

Theresa sensed a peculiar look from the Fool but didn't dwell on it; instead, she introduced herself first.

"I am Theresa, the current Bishop of Schicksal. May I ask you a few questions?"

"Of course! Long live Schicksal!" The Fool smiled, reminiscent of Kevin's toast to "Long live the World Serpent" in the past.

A strange expression crossed Theresa's face as his words inadvertently reminded her of her grandfather. Clearly, she had not fully moved on...

However, quickly regaining her composure, Theresa began questioning the Fool.

The Fool responded to every inquiry without hesitation. As their conversation continued, Theresa felt increasingly uneasy, gradually realizing... no, she was already certain about his identity.

The Fool did not intentionally conceal himself; his habits and mannerisms were familiar to Theresa.

Both maintained an unspoken understanding, refraining from acknowledging his true identity outright. Once aware of who he was, Theresa could no longer feel as at ease as before.

Alas, all good times must come to an end. The Fool couldn't stay indefinitely with Theresa, and she too had numerous responsibilities to attend to.

"Let's leave it here, Schicksal Bishop."

In the end, it was the Fool who first brought the conversation to a close.

"Mm-hmm," Theresa responded softly, lowering her head with a hint of uncertainty. She genuinely didn't know what else to say next.

There were many questions she wanted to ask, but they seemed stuck in her throat, unable to be voiced.

Moreover, Grandpa's story... had already concluded. Would interrupting now be inappropriate for him? And how should she handle the others present?

Theresa found herself deeply conflicted; while not a particularly adept leader, she certainly made a devoted granddaughter.

"All right, Theresa, his era has ended, and now it is your time!"

"If you need anything, feel free to seek me out, although I must warn you, I am quite busy!"

Such words might not align with the Fool's usual demeanor and habits, but he still chose to speak them. He disliked indecisiveness, and this wasn't meant to be a final farewell.

"Yes, goodbye, Fool." Theresa's eyes sparkled as she nodded firmly.

With that, both figures turned simultaneously and departed.

Although they claimed it wasn't their final farewell, in reality, this marked their last conversation - though not entirely accurate either.

After all, Otto Apocalypse had already passed away.