In the aerial main city of Schicksal, the real Kiana Kaslana sat on her bed, holding her golden-haired little pet, Vera, and watching today's news.
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Recent News:
Recently, the third round of international negotiations on New Continent land rights took place. Sigurd Kaslana, executor of Anti-Entropy, and Hera Schariac, representative of Schicksal, attended and announced a land distribution agreement.
Referencing contributions in the Chi You campaign, Anti-Entropy declared complete sovereignty over 42% of the New Continent's land, intended for metal mining, the establishment of factories, schools, and residential and commercial areas. Schicksal claimed 29% of the land, primarily for Valkyrie training and residential purposes, with some allocated for research.
An additional 15% was allocated to Shenzhou, honoring their ancestors' contributions in blocking Chi You and their support in the recent campaign. Shenzhou has not yet announced their plans for this land.
The remaining land will be distributed based on each country's past contributions against the Honkai and their future support, but its sovereignty will be jointly held by Schicksal and Anti-Entropy. Countries will only have usage rights, and the final interpretation of the agreement rests with Schicksal and Anti-Entropy.
The representative of the United States of America objected, arguing that the New Continent should belong to the world's people and that Schicksal and Anti-Entropy had no authority to make such decisions, claiming this violated international spirit, democracy, and human rights.
Sigurd Kaslana responded calmly and logically, as seen in this playback:
Sigurd: "What's your surname, and which faction do you represent?"
Representative: "That's none of your business! I speak for democracy and freedom, for the justice of God!"
Sigurd: "God? How much firepower does he have? No, the point is, if I remember correctly, your God is a fictional figure created by Schicksal. If you insist, then Archbishop Otto is your God, and Hera could be considered Christ or an archangel... never mind, I won't waste time with you. I've noted your identity."
Representative: "What do you intend to do? I'm telling you, the great United States will not—"
Sigurd: "Get lost."
Sound: "Boom!!!"
We see that the exchange was frank and intense, leading to a mutual understanding.
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International News:
This morning at 7 a.m., over a hundred high-ranking military and political officials, and business magnates in the Euro-American region died of a mysterious illness, with the majority being from the United States.
Anti-Entropy's investigation suggests this might be a new Honkai threat—a virus targeting high-ranking officials in military, political, and business sectors. The virus mechanism is unclear, and no effective treatment or specific medication has been found. Anti-Entropy urges high-ranking officials, especially in Euro-American regions, to minimize outings or gatherings to avoid misfortune.
Reports indicate that the virus can cause severe physical damage, resembling remote sniper shots, but is indeed due to infection.
Schicksal has endorsed Anti-Entropy's findings and committed unlimited resources to researching the virus mechanism and developing a treatment.
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Far East News Bulletin:
"Beep—"
Kiana turned off the TV, lazily yawning, her golden eyes blinking with a hint of boredom.
"Ha~~"
Vera moved in Kiana's arms, then turned her head and said:
"Miss, I feel like this is Sigurd's doing."
"No need to feel; anyone with half a brain knows the situation. It's just a warning. Some people are filled with greed and desire, lack rationality, and can't see the bigger picture. There's nothing wrong with sending such people on their way."
Kiana's peculiar voice echoed in Vera's mind.
Vera was speechless.
She didn't feel much sympathy for the dead, as they seemed like bad people. She was just surprised to see such a ruthless side of her brother, Sigurd, feeling both shocked and enlightened.
Kiana petted the little golden retriever in her arms, suddenly looking down and asking:
"Did you attend your online class today?"
"Not yet…"
"Then start now. Make sure to make up for the classes you missed when Sigurd visited and show me yesterday's homework."
"Eh? Okay…"
Reluctantly, Vera handed over her homework and started her online classes on the tablet, pouting.
Geez, when Miss urges her to study and do homework, it's just like Sigurd.
Even though they've never met.
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"Hmm?"
"Sigurd, what's wrong? Did you remember something you haven't done? Go handle your business—ow! That hurts!"
Proto-Kiana Kaslana, holding a pencil, clutched her head, feeling a fresh bump.
Sigurd wiped his fist with a handkerchief, looking down.
"Make up the classes you missed when I visited Vera. Also, yesterday's homework was all nonsense, redo it today."
"Ugh, I quit! My goal is to become the strongest hero; all this studying of math, science, politics, and history is useless!"
"Without a basic education, you lack the ability to make rational judgments, let alone control mechs or command swarms in complex situations. Do you think you can solve problems just by wielding the 'Judgement of Shamash' and shouting 'I'm willing to sacrifice myself'?"
"Then why don't Bronya and Sin Mal have to study?"
"Because they can ace the same tests."
"What about Rozaliya and Liliya? They don't pass either!"
"Their dream is to be idols, which doesn't require a diploma—cuteness is enough. So, are you going to study or not?"
The 'Judgement of Shamash' pistol was pressed to Kiana's forehead as Sigurd smiled warmly.
Kiana, with a serious expression, carefully moved the deadly muzzle away and said solemnly:
"You're absolutely right! To become a qualified warrior, I must work hard!"
"Three days ago, you said the same thing when Bronya strafed you with a machine gun."
"This time I mean it, believe me! Look into my sincere eyes!"
Kiana pointed to her clear blue eyes, blinking earnestly.
"All I see is you didn't clean the gunk out of your eyes. Now get to studying, no slacking."
"…Alright."
Kiana rubbed her eyes, finding no eye gunk as Sigurd mentioned, but she felt like crying instead—Sigurd was perfect in every way, except for his insistence on making her study whenever he had the time. Even her cute acts of pouting and pleading didn't work, leaving her feeling helpless.
Sigurd watched the white head beside him lower and start studying seriously, a smile of both headache and helplessness spreading across his face.
She needed to study more. For Kiana, physical strength was important, but mental fortification was also necessary.
The threat of Honkai was drawing nearer, and the unforeseeable end could arrive at any time and in any form, bringing the ultimate test and judgment to this civilization.
Sigurd couldn't guarantee that he could always protect this little white-haired bundle from harm. Therefore, he could only feel slightly more at ease if she became strong in every way.
The snow outside had stopped for several days, and spring was arriving again.
Time passed so quickly that he might suddenly realize one day that Kiana had grown up.
Sigurd thought absentmindedly, reaching out to pat Kiana's head, feeling a tinge of sadness.
"Hmm? Sig, what's wrong?"
"Nothing, just a bit sentimental. You seem to have grown a lot since we first met."
"Hehe! Have you finally noticed my feminine charm? Bow down before me! It's only natural since I'm so cute!"
"Stop being silly and get back to your lessons."
"Oh…"
Seeing her lower her head again, Sigurd smiled faintly.
Whether she grew up or not, she still seemed unchanged—just the same silly, loud, and naive little puppy.
How could he be at ease without keeping an eye on her?
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