Bearing the legacy of the Previous Era and bearing the title of "Savior," Kevin.
The enlightened one who comprehends all, wielding the title of "Bodhi," Su.
...
Soon, the Thirteen Flame-Chasers of the Elysian Realm had all gathered.
As the Flame-Chasers arrived, they couldn't help but feel astonished at the sight of the Herrschers before them.
Though they had just seen the group through the screen, they hadn't expected so many Herrschers to be among the visitors.
*(The screen only showed their appearances, not their auras, so the Flame-Chasers had no way of knowing there were so many Herrschers present.
Moreover, Wu Tong had only just created these Herrschers before arriving at World Serpent, leaving Gray Serpent no time to gather intel or report.)*
"Well, this is quite something."
"Elysia, it seems your plan was a success."
"But you, sir… you seem rather frightening."
"You possess quite a few peculiar abilities, don't you?"
"Mind letting me study you properly, big brother~?"
Mobius swept her gaze across the group before finally settling on Wu Tong.
Of all the people present, he was the one who intrigued her the most.
A man from another world—one not even bound to the Imaginary Tree—a powerhouse of metaphysical prowess from a foreign realm.
According to Gray Serpent's intel, Wu Tong was also a transmigrator with cheats. How could that not excite her?
A being straight out of fiction, a human fantasy made real—how could she not be thrilled?
"No thanks. I'd rather not become a lab rat."
Wu Tong saw right through her. He knew Mobius's true interest wasn't in his abilities but in dissecting his body and uncovering his cheats.
Even if he was certain she wouldn't succeed, the thought alone made him uncomfortable.
So, without hesitation, Wu Tong refused.
"Are you sure, big brother~?"
"I could perform a MANTIS surgery on you, you know. Kevin? That guy was my handiwork~"
"Not only would it boost your strength, but becoming a MANTIS would grant you immortality. Want it~?"
"Just let me study you a little~"
Mobius shifted her legs into a serpent's tail, slithering around Wu Tong like a demon luring him into damnation.
"I refuse. I grow stronger through my own cultivation. I have no interest in changing my species."
"If I wanted, I could become a Herrscher at any time."
"Besides, my lifespan is already plenty long. I don't need to worry about that for now."
Wu Tong rolled his eyes and rejected her again.
"What a shame~"
"I'm so interested in you~"
Though Mobius feigned disappointment, it was clear she hadn't taken no for an answer.
Her serpentine eyes remained fixed on Wu Tong, like a predator sizing up its prey.
"Interested?"
"Then come with me. With my abilities, I can satisfy your curiosity."
"Infinite worlds hold infinite possibilities. Follow me, and one day, you'll have everything you desire."
"Take my world, for example. Aside from novel things like Martial Souls, there are even gods."
"Though their combat power isn't much, their lifespans are endless."
"So, what do you say? Want to take a look?"
Wu Tong met Mobius's gaze without flinching, cutting straight to the point with his offer.
Gray Serpent had surely already informed the Flame-Chasers of his intentions, so there was no need for subtlety.
Interested?
Then come with me!
I'll take you on adventures across endless worlds, where infinite possibilities await…
His words were like a black hole, pulling at Mobius's heart.
The moment he spoke, all the Flame-Chasers turned their attention to him.
"Oh? Aren't you afraid I might do things in other worlds that you'd disapprove of?"
After snapping out of her daze, Mobius glanced at the other Flame-Chasers before studying Wu Tong with amusement.
Her curiosity about him had reached its peak. If he could convince her, she wouldn't mind leaving with him.
"Heh. If I'm inviting you, it means I'm confident in my judgment. 'Trust those you employ, employ those you trust.' If I extend this offer, I'll believe in you."
"You won't betray that trust, will you?"
Wu Tong grinned at her.
Mobius simply smiled back, silent.
"To be honest, I'm in dire need of talent."
"One of my main goals in coming to this world was to recruit all of you—the Flame-Chasers of the Elysian Realm."
"Whether it's top-tier scientists like you and Vill-V, or warriors like Kalpas, Kevin, and Kosma, I need them all."
"I'd love to recruit people from other factions too, but as long as the Honkai remains unresolved, they won't leave. I might as well invite them later."
"And with the help of the Dimensional Chat Group, overcoming the Honkai in your world is inevitable."
"Once that happens, people like you might no longer be accepted by this world."
"Why not come with me? My world will welcome you. What do you say?"
Mobius and the others couldn't help but agree. As survivors of the Previous Era, they were all too familiar with humanity's darker nature.
Once the Honkai was dealt with, the world's nations would inevitably turn their blades against the Valkyries who had fought it.
"The common man's guilt lies not in his actions, but in his treasures."
The Valkyries had done no wrong, but their immense power alone made them targets.
It was precisely for this reason that Otto and others had already decided to leave this world with Wu Tong when the time came.
"Well, well. You make a compelling case~"
"But why are you so sure we wouldn't stay to fight the Honkai?"
"After all, it hasn't been resolved yet~"
After exchanging glances with the other Flame-Chasers, Mobius voiced her doubts.
"I plan to resurrect the Flame-Chasers from 50,000 years ago, reuniting the current Kevin and the others with their old comrades."
Hearing this, understanding flashed in the eyes of Mobius and the rest.
That explained it. They were merely the memories of the original Flame-Chasers. If the real ones were revived…
Given the Honkai's current level of threat in this era, their presence wouldn't change much.
And no one understood the Flame-Chasers' power better than they did.
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