Although Ming Yu had decided not to get involved, he ultimately couldn't bring himself to ignore it completely.
After all, he couldn't just watch Himeko walk into a pit of fire and do nothing.
Even though Ming Yu had just been rebuffed by Theresa, he couldn't really wash his hands of the matter.
If you don't truly like it, who would be willing to do it...
Ahem! In any case, he wasn't such a petty person.
Business was business. He couldn't take out the anger he felt from Theresa on Himeko.
Faced with Ming Yu's question, Fu Hua frowned, thought for a good while, and then spoke, "If you're referring to the Chiyou from Shenzhou's legends, I have no memory of it."
Seeing Fu Hua's reaction, Ming Yu wasn't too surprised, but he couldn't help but sigh, "So that's how it is..."
"What's wrong?"
Fu Hua asked with concern, her tone unconsciously softening. Although she didn't have much feeling about her own memory loss, since someone wanted to pursue a past that didn't involve personal privacy, she couldn't help but feel a bit of an elder's guilt.
After some deliberation, Ming Yu explained Theresa's plan to conquer Jiu You, and also mentioned his concerns about Chiyou's strength, casually touching upon his disagreement with Theresa.
Strictly speaking, as a member of the Far East Branch, Ming Yu was obligated to keep such information confidential. But the situation was special, and he himself didn't attach much importance to Schicksal's confidentiality agreements, so he naturally didn't care if this violated Schicksal's rules and regulations.
After hearing Ming Yu's explanation, Fu Hua said seriously, "Frankly, I don't believe you either. Perhaps you're not aware, but the birth of a Judgment-class Honkai Beast is not that simple. It doesn't just depend on the level of civilization's development. Without external forces, Emperor-class is the strongest Honkai Beast that can be born naturally."
Even with the existence of someone like her at the time, given the level of civilization in Shenzhou back then, the birth of a Judgment-class Honkai Beast was still an unbelievable thing.
Of course, there was no need to say these things out loud.
Although compared to Chiyou's strength, the source of Ming Yu's information was clearly more suspicious. But in her long life, she had seen many things and people that couldn't be explained by common sense, so she had no intention of getting to the bottom of it now.
Looking at the deadpan Fu Hua, Ming Yu felt his heart clench.
It was obvious that unless he could produce evidence, Fu Hua wouldn't believe him either, even though it was an enemy she had once faced!
For the first time since coming to this world, Ming Yu hated the Fenghuang Down so much.
With a long sigh, Ming Yu finally gave up on rational persuasion and played his trump card, saying faintly, "Teacher Himeko must go on this mission. Although her strength is not in question, her physical condition is not optimistic. If she encounters an Emperor-class or even stronger enemy, she might die!"
As soon as these words were spoken, Ming Yu could clearly feel Fu Hua's breathing become heavier, and a sharp glint appeared in her originally placid eyes.
If it were anyone else, the Celestial, who was accustomed to life and death, wouldn't care too much. But Murata Himeko was a person she could never let go of.
Although she knew in her heart that this person and *that* person were not the same, Himeko still held a special significance for Fu Hua.
In Fu Hua's many years as an undercover agent, if there was any bond she truly couldn't sever, Himeko would undoubtedly be at the top of the list.
Looking at Ming Yu's sorrowful expression, Fu Hua could even guess what he was going to say next.
"I understand. I will also apply to go on this mission."
Fu Hua said coldly. Although she understood that Ming Yu's words were purely for persuasion and held no threat, this feeling of having her weakness exploited was indeed very unpleasant.
Receiving Fu Hua's reply, Ming Yu breathed a sigh of relief. Although it would be difficult for Fu Hua to defeat Chiyou alone, she would at least have no problem protecting Himeko's life.
When it came to protecting Himeko, even his own desire was far weaker than Fu Hua's. And in terms of personal ability, he was far inferior to the Celestial.
Seeing Ming Yu's genuine relief, Fu Hua could also understand that he truly cared for Himeko.
In that case, her previous anger was indeed a bit unwarranted, which made her feel a twinge of guilt for her earlier cold attitude.
Thinking of this, Fu Hua's gaze instantly softened, but she still said in a flat tone, "This is a rare opportunity. Let me guide you in your training."
Considering that their main way of interaction was through training, a training session was undoubtedly the most suitable way to express her apology. Moreover, the reason Ming Yu had to beg her to intervene was simply due to his own lack of strength. A friendly and invigorating practice session was a fundamental way to solve the problem.
Combining these points, Fu Hua instantly summoned the Grips of Taixu, determined to give Ming Yu a comprehensive training session.
"Huh?"
Looking at Fu Hua, who had a serious expression as she summoned the Key of Domination, Ming Yu felt like his brain wasn't working properly.
But before he could fully react, Fu Hua, wearing the magnificent golden-red gauntlets, had already swept in front of him, a powerful fist rapidly enlarging in his vision.
......
By the time Ming Yu and Fu Hua parted ways, it was already afternoon.
After a cordial and friendly exchange, Ming Yu even felt that he shouldn't worry about the Jiu You matter anymore, because he might not even see tomorrow's sun.
Considering the intensity of this training session, Fu Hua ultimately felt a bit bad and had Ming Yu stay for a simple meal before letting him leave.
And thinking about the matter with Theresa, Ming Yu was no longer in the mood to go to Mei's place for a meal, so he gladly accepted Fu Hua's invitation.
Although he understood that Theresa's judgment was logical and held no prejudice against him, after what had happened, he was still reluctant to bow his head now.
Besides, he was also looking forward to Fu Hua's cooking skills.
But as it turned out, that was just wishful thinking.
Fu Hua had no intention of cooking herself. Instead, she took him to the St. Freya cafeteria, where a black-haired girl glared at him the whole time, complaining that Ming Yu had stolen her time with Sister Fu Hua.
Faced with the girl's complaints, the exhausted Ming Yu had no energy to respond and could only endure it silently. After all, in every sense, he was indeed in the wrong and deserved such complaints.
And Fu Hua, the center of the incident, just watched everything with a calm expression, with no intention of intervening. The other two naturally wouldn't drag the respectable "Lady Class Monitor" into it.
After parting with Fu Hua, Ming Yu's mood was indeed much better than before. Although his body was incredibly tired, his heart felt much lighter.
With Fu Hua's guarantee, the worst-case scenario was now within an acceptable range for him.
Walking distractedly through St. Freya, by the time Ming Yu realized it, he had already arrived at the dormitory area, in front of his own apartment.
Sighing, Ming Yu looked at this former residence with a complicated expression. Even in the heart of the most dangerous battlefield, deep down, all he craved was a stable little corner of his own.
But since he was already here, Ming Yu had no intention of turning around and leaving. After letting go of the heavy burden on his mind, he was not in such a hurry to leave St. Freya.
In any case, he had a week's vacation. It was time to give himself a break.
With this thought, Ming Yu couldn't help but take a step forward, his fingers closing around the handle he hadn't touched in over half a year.
Pushing open the door, everything inside instantly came into Ming Yu's view, leaving even the usually calm him stunned.