Afterward, Fu Lin explained to everyone the same theory Einstein had given in the main story about the difference between the Herrscher cores inside the pre-civilization God Keys and the Herrschers of the current civilization.
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After listening to Fu Lin's explanation, everyone nodded in agreement with his viewpoint. Only Kiana, imitating the others, put on a look of sudden realization.
At this moment, Fu Hua's view of Fu Lin had shifted slightly. With a hint of appreciation and curiosity, she asked, "I didn't expect your research on Herrscher cores to be so deep, and your insight so unique. Then, in your opinion, is this Herrscher core 'alive' or 'dead'?"
Fu Lin fell into brief thought, then said, "If this core was placed here by the 'me' from the Previous Era, then it's most likely a 'dead' one, only usable as a Divine Key."
Hearing this, Bronya looked down at the core in her hands, her mood inevitably sinking as she sighed, "Ah… Bronya really can't do anything. If only it could produce an item to bring Seele back…"
Kiana gently patted Bronya's head and said, "Don't be discouraged. With Teacher Welt here, you can also become the Herrscher of Reason in the future and bring Seele back."
Bronya muttered discontentedly, "Stupid Kiana, don't pat Bronya's head, I won't grow taller!"
While Bronya and Kiana were bickering, Fu Lin weighed the Herrscher core in his hand, feeling its heavy weight. He raised his head to meet Fu Shi's gaze and asked, "Fu Shi, do you want to absorb this Herrscher core?"
Fu Shi's voice came from above, decisively refusing,
"I don't want it. As the saying goes, it's better to be proficient in one thing than dabble in many. Greedy bites can't be chewed; people should know contentment. My path lies in the realm of consciousness, absorbing other powers would only scatter my focus."
Hearing this, Fu Lin was somewhat unconvinced inwardly. But since Fu Shi wouldn't absorb it, it was his.
Yet his bad habit of running his mouth acted up again, and he couldn't help but retort, "But as main characters in novels often say, 'More skills never weigh you down; when mastery comes, it comes naturally. System, add points!' So mastering more powers might come in handy someday."
Fu Shi was clearly displeased by Fu Lin's rebuttal, her voice suddenly rising by eight degrees, "Bold Fu Lin, don't you dare shake my Dao heart! Besides, main characters all have awesome systems, yours is trash, isn't it?"
With that, Fu Shi lightly punched Fu Lin's head. Although the punch wasn't strong, Fu Lin still felt a sting of pain.
System: ??? That's too much, howl!
However, Fu Lin didn't get angry. Instead, he laughed even more brightly. Touching the spot where he was hit, he said nonchalantly,
"Hahaha… Since Fu Shi doesn't want it, I'll absorb it myself. Consider it helping Bronya verify whether this Herrscher core is 'alive' or 'dead,' so the two scientists from Anti-Entropy won't have to test it specially."
Thus, under the gazes of those trying to stop him… Fu Lin decisively pressed the Herrscher of Reason's core against his chest.
In an instant, the Herrscher of Reason's authority activated, and a mysterious gear pattern surfaced in his pupils.
Soon, under Fu Lin's control, a small floating cannon emitting strange light formed and hovered beside him.
Fu Lin stared in surprise at the floating cannon and at the sudden understanding of it in his mind. Hands on his hips proudly, he laughed, "Hahaha, I didn't expect I was this talented! I actually directly mastered the full authority of the Herrscher of Reason."
Everyone, "..."
Afterward, Fu Lin slowly exited the Herrscher form. A faint smile spread across his face as his gaze fell on Bronya. Softly, he said, "Ahem, from my observation and analysis, this Herrscher core is clearly 'alive,' but it doesn't contain the thoughts of 300,000 people, so it may be at risk of erosion by the Honkai consciousness."
He paused slightly, then continued, "If you think you can completely control this immense power, then go ahead and try, Bronya!"
Upon hearing this, Bronya's eyes lit up instantly. She held the Herrscher of Reason's core tightly to her chest, her gaze resolute, "Bronya definitely can!"
Fu Lin encouraged her, "Good conviction."
Just then, Fu Shi suddenly cut in, "Fu Lin, you didn't just come here to see what treasure Bronya could draw out, did you?"
"Oh right, I came to find Kiana."
Reminded by Fu Shi, Fu Lin patted his forehead, realizing he still had business, and turned his gaze to Kiana.
Faced with Fu Lin's "heated" stare, Kiana instinctively took a step back, feeling something familiar.
"Fu Lin, what do you want from me? Don't tell me one Kiana☆ isn't enough for you, you want to 'conquer' me too?"
With Kiana's shocking words, everyone present except Fu Shi stared with curiosity. Mei even gripped Kiana's hand tightly, a hint of possessiveness in her eyes.
Fu Lin's face darkened, and he unhesitatingly punched Kiana on the head.
"Ugh~ Bastard, why'd you hit me…" Kiana crouched down, clutching her head, glaring up at Fu Lin angrily, eyes full of grievance, as if saying she wouldn't let this go without a good explanation.
Fu Lin looked helpless, holding his forehead, "You're the one spouting nonsense and imagining things. I'm here to borrow your good luck to draw an item for me. My luck swings too much, I can't guarantee I'll pull what I want."
Hearing this, Kiana sighed in relief, patting her chest, "You should've said so earlier. No wonder your look felt so familiar, turns out it's just like when the squad leader asked."
Bronya huffed lightly, rolling her eyes at Fu Lin teasingly, "Trash Fu Lin~ so you were the 'smart person' you were talking about?"
Even Fu Hua gave Fu Lin a contemptuous look. She had thought Fu Lin was mocking her bad luck just now, but it turned out he was praising himself.
Fu Shi said speechlessly, "You came to Kiana just for this?"
Fu Lin explained, "Isn't it so we can pull a ticket to the Honkai Star Rail universe? That way you can break your limits and become stronger, right?"
Fu Lin handed the treasure bag to Kiana. Kiana took it, curiously examined it, then shook it in her hand, nothing fell out.
Kiana asked in surprise, "It's clearly empty. Can this really produce strange items?"
"Of course. This treasure bag allows you to draw three items every seven days. It's similar to a Homu Box. This time I came to ask you to draw me a ticket to another universe."
While speaking, Fu Lin gestured for Kiana to reach into the bag and try.
Half-skeptical, Kiana put her hand inside, groping for a while, then her eyes suddenly lit up, she seemed to have found something.
Carefully withdrawing her hand, she found three slips of paper in it.
"What's this?"
Kiana looked curiously at the slips of paper with strange symbols and patterns printed on them.
Fu Lin excitedly took the tickets from Kiana's hand, glanced at the system's description, and said with satisfaction, "That's it, this is the ticket. I knew it, Kiana. Your luck is off the charts. You always get exactly what you need! You even drew three at once, amazing!"
"Hiss, she actually drew it!"
Even Fu Shi couldn't help but suck in a breath of cold air, gaining a new understanding of Kiana's luck, this was practically wishing for something and having it appear!
Hearing Fu Lin and Fu Shi, Kiana gave an embarrassed smile, returning the treasure bag to Fu Lin. Scratching her head, she said, "Uh, but I think I used up all three draws at once."
Fu Lin waved his hand indifferently, "It's fine. You've already helped a lot. If you ever need anything, just come to me."
Fu Hua, watching this scene, frowned slightly. Looking at the ticket in Fu Lin's hand, she said, "Fu Lin, you're leaving again? But Kiana☆ is still pregnant, she needs you…"