Seeing Chang Yuan like this, the three fell into silence.
This was something they had never tried before. Who knew if it was possible?
But in the end, Mobius broke the silence.
"Fine, since you're begging me, I'll reluctantly give it a try. We'll use the next Herrscher as the test subject."
Waving her hand, Mobius rested her head on one hand as she spoke.
"It doesn't have to be the next Herrscher. We have several Herrscher cores now. We can implant them into death row inmates and see if we can create Herrschers.
Of course, I'll be there to oversee it, just in case something goes wrong."
"You're something else. Elysia loves humanity so much, and yet you're suggesting using humans for experiments. I can't imagine how she'll see you if she finds out."
"Wasn't this our idea? What does it have to do with him? He's just here to ensure our safety."
The 'Expert' Vill-V placed her hands behind her head and spoke nonchalantly.
Clearly, she was taking the blame for this.
After all, she had worked so hard to get the two of them together. If they fell apart over this, all her efforts would have been wasted.
So, she would bear this sin herself.
Hearing this, Mobius glanced at the 'Expert' Vill-V and didn't say anything more.
If she was willing to take the blame, what else could Mobius do?
In fact, Mobius had initially planned to take responsibility herself. After all, she already had a reputation as the "Demon Doctor." A little more infamy wouldn't hurt.
"Thank you, Vill-V. But if Elysia really investigates, don't lie. Just tell her it was me. After all, we made a promise not to deceive each other."
"You're something else. I offer to take the blame for you, and you refuse. Fine, if she really investigates, I'll tell her it was you."
Seeing how straightforward Chang Yuan was, the 'Expert' Vill-V could only go along with it.
Now she understood why Elysia loved this guy.
Being childhood sweethearts was one thing, but more importantly, it was his sense of responsibility and the security he provided.
After discussing the specifics, everyone went their separate ways to focus on their tasks.
Naturally, the 'Expert' Vill-V and Mobius would take the lead, as they were the most knowledgeable in biology.
As for Dr. Mei, she would handle the data analysis and monitor any changes.
"Chang Yuan, I heard you called Mobius and the others earlier. What was that about?"
While Chang Yuan was wandering around, a playful voice sounded behind him, and a pair of hands wrapped around his waist.
"Hmm, I asked them to research how to safely extract a Herrscher core and turn a Herrscher back into a human."
Chang Yuan didn't hide this, or rather, there was no need to.
Though he left out a lot of details.
"I see. Turning a Herrscher back into a human? That's quite an imaginative idea."
Elysia was intrigued by Chang Yuan's idea.
Why hadn't he thought of this before? How curious~?
"After all, I'm afraid someone close to me might become a Herrscher. So, it's just a precaution. Who knows if the Honkai might choose someone as lovely as you to become a Herrscher?
If that happens, I'll have to do what I said earlier. Though your face might get a bit swollen afterward."
"You're so mean. I'll bite you for even thinking about hitting my face."
Hearing Chang Yuan say that he would hit her face to turn her back if she became a Herrscher, Elysia pouted.
She opened her mouth and gently bit Chang Yuan's shoulder.
It wasn't meant to hurt him but more like playful teasing.
"Ouch, ouch, I'm sorry, I'm sorry. Then how about I use the Fifth Divine Key to turn you into an ice sculpture? How does that sound?"
"You're the one who'll turn into an ice sculpture, you meanie."
Letting go, Elysia lightly punched Chang Yuan's back a few times in mock anger.
"I am a meanie. So, do you want to see how much meaner I can be tonight?"
"Ugh, you're such a scoundrel! How can you talk about such things in public? Are you trying to kill me?"
Hearing Chang Yuan bring up such matters openly, Elysia's face turned red as she glanced around.
Only after confirming no one was paying attention did she relax.
"Hahaha, we're practically an old married couple. Why are you still so shy?"
"Pfft, who's an old married couple with you? I'm forever a 16-year-old girl."
"Sure, sure, you're a 16-year-old girl, and I'm some old man."
Thanks to the MANTIS genes, the appearance of all fusion warriors hardly changed.
Their bodies also stopped aging, or at least aged very slowly.
So, even after many years, Chang Yuan and Elysia still looked the same as when they first joined MOTH.
But this scene was still witnessed by a certain white-haired individual.
"Wuwu, I want to cuddle with Mei too."
Seeing this, Kevin was green with envy.
At this moment, his good friend naturally appeared behind him and patted his shoulder.
"Relax, relax. As warriors, they're always on the front lines, so they've earned their leisure time.
But Mei and the others can't afford to relax too much. After all, they have to constantly update and innovate to ensure humanity stays ahead of the Honkai.
It's normal that they don't have much time. But look on the bright side once the Honkai is over, you two can have a leisurely honeymoon."
Su comforted Kevin while patting his shoulder.
"I guess you're right. Thanks, Su. Come on, I'll treat you to ramen."
"Just make sure you pay this time. If you make me pay again like last time, don't blame me if I interfere with your time with Mei."
"Ahem, last time was really an accident. I lost my wallet during the battle with the Honkai beast."
Kevin was a bit embarrassed.
Last time, he had promised to treat Su, but his wallet went missing during the fight, leaving Su to foot the bill.
"So, when will you grow up? Never mind, I don't expect you to mature. Just don't be too childish."
Seeing Kevin still acting like an energetic, cheerful young man, Su shook his head helplessly.
He knew that for Kevin to grow, he would have to go through some heart-wrenching experiences.
But as a friend, he didn't want Kevin to grow up that way.