Honkai Impact 3rd: Catching the Herrscher of Sentience at the Start

In the days that followed, she patrolled all Honkai disaster sites under Fu Hua's guidance during the day, and trained in the dreamscape created by Fenghuang Down at night.

During this special training, Fu Hua also learned from Kiana☆ that she had practiced the "Blade Mantra" long ago, and had already reached the peak realm.

This led Fu Hua to think again about Fu Lin, who had appeared so suddenly—and disappeared just as mysteriously.

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Several massive stone swords, towering like perilous peaks, stood around, all tightly bound together by thick iron chains. These chains ultimately converged on the largest and most imposing sword in the very center.

Fu Lin stared in astonishment at the strange landscape and unique terrain before him, murmuring to himself,

"Isn't this Fu Shi's consciousness space? How did I end up here? Could it be that Fu Shi is looking for me?"

Thinking of this, Fu Lin slowly turned his gaze toward the platform floating mid-air in the distance.

Then, with a sudden push of his feet, his body soared lightly into the air, rising several feet in an instant.

Before long, Fu Lin gently landed on the platform, standing firmly with fluttering robes rustling in the wind.

As soon as he stepped onto the platform, just as expected, he immediately saw Fu Shi fiercely battling a group of monsters.

Fu Shi was gripping a brick tightly in both hands, swinging it with great force while letting out bursts of angry shouts.

Seeing Fu Shi like this, Fu Lin couldn't help but speak,

"What are you doing?"

Upon hearing this, Fu Shi didn't immediately stop what she was doing. She continued swinging the brick and replied instinctively,

"Hmph! Of course I'm venting! Bottling up anger is bad for your health! While Fu Lin's not around, I'm grabbing a brick and brawling it out—best remedy for a bad mood!"

As she finished speaking, Fu Shi suddenly realized something and ceased her attacks. The monsters surrounding her instantly vanished into wisps of green smoke.

Fu Shi immediately turned her head, looking in the direction of the voice with great surprise and joy, and shouted loudly,

"Fu Lin, you're back!"

Fu Lin walked toward Fu Shi step by step, a faint smile on his face as he said,

"Yes, though I don't know why I appeared in your consciousness space."

However, looking at the approaching Fu Lin, a gleam flashed in Fu Shi's eyes.

Without hesitation, she threw the brick in her hand at Fu Lin, then summoned three weapons and attacked while shouting,

"Who are you, imposter? How dare you impersonate Fu Lin in the consciousness space of the Herrscher of Sentience? Let's see if I don't teach you a lesson!"

Caught off guard by the sudden attack, Fu Lin was clearly startled.

He was nearly hit by the incoming brick, dodging sideways just in time.

"Wait, I'm the real one, not—"

Before he could finish, Fu Shi had already charged forward with a spear in hand. With a flick of her wrist, the spearhead struck like a snake's tongue straight toward Fu Lin's chest.

Fu Lin dared not be careless. He quickly maneuvered backward to evade, but was still a moment too slow.

With a soft tearing sound, the sharp spearhead ripped through Fu Lin's shirt, revealing a chest as solid as iron and sharply defined abs.

But Fu Shi didn't stop there. Seeing her initial strike fail, she immediately switched tactics.

With a sudden twist of her wrist, she planted the spear firmly on the ground, gripped the shaft with both hands, and kicked ferociously at Fu Lin.

The kick, carrying powerful force, howled through the air. Caught midair, Fu Lin had no way to dodge, raising his arm to block and bracing for impact.

With a heavy thud, Fu Lin was kicked away, flying through the air like a kite with a broken string.

Seeing he was about to crash into the massive central sword, Fu Lin twisted midair to change direction.

Unfortunately, it was too late, and he slammed into the sword.

In that instant, a powerful shockwave rippled outward from the point of impact, making the entire giant sword tremble violently.

As the dust settled, Fu Lin stood firmly atop the sword, then reached out with his right hand and tore off the tattered remnants of his shirt, shouting,

"Fu Shi, you're serious? Then I guess I'll have to get serious too!"

Across from him, Fu Shi grinned provocatively and replied,

"Hmph, stop talking so much and give me a good fight!"

Before the words had fully left her mouth, Fu Shi leapt onto the chains leading to the sword, dashing toward Fu Lin at full speed.

Fu Lin, hearing this, responded immediately. Summoning his own weapon, he too dashed across the chains to meet her.

Thus, the two fought fiercely atop the chains, exchanging blows as their weapons clashed with clear, ringing sounds.

The entire scene was incredibly intense and dazzling.

Time passed minute by minute, and after an unknown period, the battle finally came to a temporary halt.

Fu Shi and Fu Lin lay side by side on the platform, panting heavily. After a moment of eye contact, they both burst into hearty laughter.

After laughing, Fu Shi sat up first, stretching her limbs while muttering,

"Whew, that was great! I feel so much better now."

Hearing her, Fu Lin slowly propped himself up, looking at Fu Shi with warmth and a touch of doting as he replied with a smile,

"Yeah, that was really satisfying!"

Fu Shi scooted closer and sat between Fu Lin's legs, tilting her head up with curiosity and confusion,

"Come on, tell me, when did you get back? And does Kiana☆ know about this?"

Fu Lin stroked his chin thoughtfully and answered uncertainly,

"Well... as soon as I opened my eyes, I found myself in your consciousness space.

I tried to leave, to exit this place, but no matter how hard I tried, I couldn't make it happen."

Hearing this, Fu Shi's calm eyes suddenly lit up, as if discovering something intriguing.

She locked her gaze on Fu Lin, barely able to contain her excitement, stepping forward and eagerly asking,

"Really? That means you're stuck in my consciousness space now and can't go anywhere, right? Hahahahaha!"

With a burst of hearty laughter, Fu Shi bent over in joy, rocking back and forth as she slapped her thighs, nearly laughing herself silly.

In her heart, Fu Shi was overjoyed and secretly muttered,

'Truly heaven-sent! When luck comes, nothing can stop it—not even the gods! Fu Lin, let's see how you escape from my grasp this time!'

Thinking this, her smile grew ever brighter, like a blooming flower at full peak.

Yet Fu Lin, unaware of the excitement flashing in Fu Shi's eyes, simply furrowed his brow in thought.

After a while, Fu Lin nodded thoughtfully and said,

"Judging from the current situation, by common theory, that does seem to be the case.

Perhaps it's because the body the system created for me before was destroyed, leaving my soul without a vessel to anchor in—so I ended up here in your consciousness space.

Sigh... what a mess!

Until the system creates a new body for me, I'll probably have to transfer into another one temporarily.

But before that, I may have to trouble you to make the trip yourself, Fu Shi."

After finishing, Fu Lin let out a long, helpless sigh, looking deeply troubled.

To his surprise, Fu Shi instantly refused without a second thought,

"I don't wanna!"

She then left Fu Lin's arms, formed a sword gesture with her right hand, and chanted under her breath.

In an instant, countless red chains glinting with cold light shot out from all directions, tightly binding Fu Lin's limbs like coiling serpents.

Then, with a sharp pull, the chains forcibly restrained Fu Lin, suspending him in a spread-eagle position high above the platform.

Caught completely off guard, Fu Lin instinctively began struggling with all his might.

He tugged at the chains, trying to break free, but clearly underestimated their toughness.

All his efforts were in vain.

Eventually, Fu Lin stopped moving and looked at Fu Shi in shock and confusion, stammering,

"Fu Shi, w-what are you doing? Let me go!"

In response, Fu Shi calmly clapped her hands. A strange red glint flashed in her eyes, and her lips curled into a sly smile as she said,

"Hehe, this is a world of consciousness, completely under my control. With your mental power, you can't resist me, so don't waste your energy.

Besides, fate has favored me by sending you straight into my arms—how could I possibly let this once-in-a-lifetime chance slip away?"

At that, Fu Shi kicked off her shoes, revealing delicate little feet. She gently ran her toes across Fu Lin's chest, sending shivers through him.

Fu Shi's smile grew even brighter as she continued,

"So, my dear Fu Lin~ stop resisting and just give in to me already, hahahahaha..."

With that, Fu Shi's cheerful, bright laughter echoed in the space.