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What Tingyun said...sounds quite reasonable.
But Qingque just doesn't like eating knives.
She thought it would be great if Honkai Impact 3rd was all sweet moments.
What she didn't know was that without the touching moments she experienced earlier, this story wouldn't have resonated with her so much.
……
in the game.
After hearing Mei's story, Alicia was also deeply moved.
"It really is a very long story~"
"After all, it encompasses the entire [Paradise of the Past], doesn't it?" Mei smiled gently, recalling two sentences Alicia had once said to her:
"Even if I can't change the future, I want to decide for myself the process of achieving that outcome."
"What matters is what I choose to believe along the way; that will determine what I have at the end."
"These are the words you left me, and we are making them a reality, Alicia."
“Mei…” Alicia smiled sweetly, “You’ve become quite mature~”
"How about that? I didn't disappoint you, did I, Alicia-senpai?"
"I told you so, how could Mei disappoint you~"
"Haha...that's true, after all...I met some great mentors." Recalling the scenes that happened in Paradise.
It feels like yesterday.
"I am so glad that I chose to enter the Land of the Dead and witnessed your story."
"This story touched me, helped me grow, and ultimately became a part of me."
"And I will carry on your deeds and spirit, so that generations will know that there was once a group of people who lived a magnificent and dazzling life."
"It's not just the story of heroes, but also the story of Kiana, Bronya, Fu Hua..."
"The stories of all those people who give their all for beautiful things."
At this point, Mei seemed to remember something and couldn't help but laugh.
"Why am I surrounded by such selfless idiots?"
"I hope to inspire more people—to give them the perseverance to face this complex world and the courage to make decisions they can be true to themselves."
"but……"
"Isn't the ideal of a Herrscher a little too simplistic?"
"No way~" Alicia shook her head and laughed:
"Isn't the reason for the existence of the Pure Land of the Past just as simple?"
"Mei, you're already one of the heroes~"
……
Even in simple casual conversation, the players watched with utmost seriousness and attention to detail.
Although players have been immersed in the happiness of "Love Sprout Reunion".
But they also knew it in their hearts.
This is probably the last time such a scene will occur...
Therefore, just like Mei in the game, they cherished this conversation and didn't want to miss a single word.
……
"I'm surprised I've started thinking about these issues... I never thought I'd be like this."
Looking back... I probably took quite a few detours.
Just like his previous rooftop duel with Kiana, Mei thought afterwards that if the two of them had sat down and talked things out properly, perhaps that wouldn't have happened.
But... as human beings, who hasn't made mistakes or taken the wrong path?
"Human growth is not something that happens overnight. The significance of those days of confusion and uncertainty lies precisely in making us start to think."
"Whether it's joy or pain, everything comes together to create the mature and powerful Mei we know today~"
So please accept yourself completely—because those who love you will love even your flaws!
"Hmm... I promise you, Alicia..."
"So...are we leaving now?"
"..."
At this point in the conversation, the warm and elegant background music in the game abruptly stopped.
The audience's hearts suddenly skipped a beat.
"……Um"
After a moment of silence, Mei's expression hardened: "I will become the [Herrscher of Origin] and fulfill the mission I am meant to complete."
Mei's words did indeed elicit a burst of laughter from Alicia.
"...What? Does that mean Mei hasn't noticed yet?"
"What did you notice?"
"When Mei arrived here, she was already the [Herrscher of Origin]~"
Just then, the instrumental piece "Elysian Realm" began to play softly.
The tinkling piano music instantly turned the lighthearted and joyful mood of countless players into a heavy and sorrowful one.
In the hearts of players, this piece of music has long been known as "Alice's Farewell Song".
Although they had expected it, when this scene came, the players naturally couldn't help but feel reluctant and sad.
Qingque took several deep breaths before she could barely suppress the bittersweet feeling in her heart.
Even if she had to cry, she would wait until Alicia was truly gone before she could cry.
This farewell... was without any regrets.
Just like this piece of music, it shouldn't be filled with regret, but rather with hope and happiness...
Therefore, she didn't want Alicia to see her crying because of (cgdg) separation.
Even if... Alicia in the game can't see her.
……
"When Mei arrived here, she was already the [Herrscher of Origin]~"
"Or rather, it's because she became the [Herrscher of Origin] that Mei was able to reach this land of origin and meet me~"
Alicia's words surprised and puzzled Mei.
"Then... what about the beacon left by Velvi...?"
Alicia smiled sweetly and said, "Mei~"
"Do you think what awakened me and made me appear in this form was Vervi's beacon... or Mei's wish?"
Meiyi: "..."
Alicia: "It seems you already know the answer, don't you?"
"Without Mei's will, I could only sleep forever in your heart, brushing past you at the closest possible distance..."
"Mei...you're even more amazing than you realize~"
Mei: "...This is really...surprising."
"Hmm~ Could it be that Mei still doesn't feel anything real?"
"Isn't something more ceremonial? Like a beautiful new outfit... or a bit of loving guidance from an elder?"
"If Mei really wants it, it's not impossible~"
If it were Mei when she first met Alicia, she would definitely be speechless and then reject her.
But how could Mei bear to refuse at this moment...?
"Um... I'm counting on you for both of these, Alicia."
"Oh dear~ Mei's become so greedy lately~. Luckily, I already have so much to say to Mei... I'm sure Mei will rave about my taste too~"
"Haha..." The two looked at each other and laughed, and then fell into a brief silence.
"..."
"Alicia..."
"I'm here~"
"Are you... really just a reflection in my mind? Is this really... just a dream?"
"Mei...why would you ask that?"
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