Chapter 42: A Flickering Candle
Since the Land of Eternity had provided resting areas for staff, resting was not an issue.
Taking turns on duty and working together, time quickly moved to the second day.
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On the tunnel side, General Tas and Jessica guarded the entrance to the Land of Eternity together, protecting the safety of the researchers.
As the shielding field was still in place, most of the monsters that invaded today were minor threats… such as Fierce Teeth Wolves and Ghost Face Spiders.
Such monsters might pose a threat to ordinary humans, but they could not inflict even the slightest damage on mecha warriors.
And on the command room side?
The analysis of the Rainbow Abyss Power was also very smooth.
Because, in essence, the Rainbow Abyss Power belonged to humanity.
It was a ultimate plan led by Loli God Alice a thousand years ago to resist otherworld civilization… Although much of the technology had been forgotten with the passage of time, replicating it was much easier than starting from scratch.
Before long, Dr. O’Kali reached a crucial conclusion.
“Hmm… Elus, the power of the Purple Abyss can indeed be replicated. But in doing so, we will also need someone to serve as a carrier.”
“A carrier?”
“Yes, like the Silent Leaf, she must bear the power of the Rainbow Abyss. And doing so carries some risks… I am very willing to be the executor, but if I do, no one will be able to lead the research work.”
“Hmm, I understand. But Dr. O’Kali, please don’t rush. There are still some issues with energy transfer and the analysis of the Star Annihilator, right? So, let’s focus on that for now.”
“Okay.”
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Dr. O’Kali presented Elus with a difficult choice.
Because the replicator of the Dark Abyss power should ideally have no connection to other Rainbow Abysses, and their own physical condition must be excellent to ensure the smooth progress of the experiment.
Elus herself met this condition, but because she was Lonis’s partner, she could not inherit the Dark Abyss—
Therefore, the best choice unexpectedly became…
“Elus, let Su Ling be the successor of the Dark Abyss!”
“Ah? Su, Su Ling, do you know what you’re saying?”
“Of course I do~~ But Bai Ye, Sister Lian Lan, and the others have all obtained the power of the Rainbow Abyss! I don’t think it will matter if I obtain the Dark Abyss.”
“No. This kind of thing… Hmm, I’ll decide later.”
“Ehh?!” (Disappointed expression.)
“Little idiot fox, I’ll leave Su Ling to your care, don’t let her take risks.”
“Ah, I know!”
…
Actually, Lonis also did not wish for Su Ling to possess any Dark Abyss power.
After all, Su Ling was such a cute girl, and the Rainbow Abyss, while possessing power, was mostly inseparable from “destiny” and “responsibility.”
This is not to say that the Rainbow Abyss inheritors are bad, but rather like Isumi, Lian Lan, and even the Nine-tailed Fox, they all appeared world-weary… and even Bai Ye was usually very busy.
It was only because she was a puppet that she did not feel tired.
However…
Su Ling lowered her head dejectedly, seeming somewhat indignant:
“Wuwu, even Elus thinks Su Ling is a child. But Su Ling… has already grown up!”
“Ehh?”
“Of course I know the power of the Rainbow Abyss is very dangerous. But everyone else… have they not all contributed their all? Why can Su Ling be the only exception?”
“…”
“Even little Lonis, although she’s always been acting cute with me, she goes to battle at critical moments! If it were usual times and I had no opportunity, that would be fine, but now… I am a suitable candidate too!”
“Su Ling…”
…
Gazing at the pink-haired girl’s face, Lonis’s heart suddenly skipped a beat.
Because in a daze, she suddenly recalled something… When she was working part-time at the maid cafe, Su Ling’s demeanor was not as “innocent” and “naive” as it was later.
Although she was an innocent young lady, her demeanor was a bit quiet, like the little sister in the shop, and very likable.
But now…
Su Ling was always jumping around and often showed a happy expression. Was this because Su Ling was getting dumber as the journey progressed?
It’s not like that…
It’s because Su Ling knew that there would be many tiring and frustrating things during the journey, so she needed someone to liven up the atmosphere, someone to make everyone happy.
So Su Ling let herself go happily, making everyone feel at ease.
And in this way? Everyone had “two mascots,” and Lonis was not so embarrassed when she was teased.
But does this mean Su Ling wanted to be foolish forever?
No…
She also yearned to be a graceful warrior, and wanted to become a mature and elegant girl, like her older sister.
She also imagined possessing extraordinary power, so that she could protect the happiness within reach, like a companion, using magic.
So…
Should she convey Su Ling’s feelings to Elus?
(Wuwu… so conflicted, is this indecisive personality really mine?)
…
Lonis didn’t quite know how to handle this situation.
But fortunately…
Today was already the second day.
And the teleportation device of the Land of Eternity had been recharged. This meant that Elus could once again mobilize reinforcements, and this time the choice was…
“Hmm, the research needs to be accelerated. And I also know Su Ling’s desire, so this time, let’s press the orange button!”
“Ehh?!”
Lonis was stunned, not expecting that Elus, despite her expressionless appearance, actually cared very much about Su Ling.
So, amidst the flashing brilliant light, the girls who appeared before everyone were…
“Mi Xue Zhou is here to volunteer! Where is my silly sister? Has she caused any trouble for everyone!”
Mi Xue Zhou was wearing a very exquisite school uniform, dressed like a student representative about to give a speech~
…
“I have come to support you with Dean Emerald! Please entrust me with the control of ancient relics.”
Senior Yan appeared a bit nervous, but she was carrying a large bag—inside, it seemed she had brought many relics from the Ancient Academy.
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“Classmate Lonis, Classmate Elus, your leave of absence is about to expire~~ You must reapply to maintain your student status.”
Dean Emerald smiled slightly, her complexion looked good, much better than when she was in the academy.
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And the last person to arrive was…
“Who is this orange robot!!!”
“Hmm, I am Isumi. Because I felt that the mechanical arm felt good, I modified myself into a robot.”
“Ah?”
“Not feeling human is so comfortable! This is a feeling I’ve never experienced before.”
“Those are villain’s lines, Senior Isumi, what’s going on!!!”
…
Looking at the robot in front of her, Lonis’s jaw dropped in surprise!
