Chapter 117 Part 2
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Chapter 117: It Is Time for Ten Summons! (2)
“World Line Change · The River of Achron!”
Final summon!
“Possibility! Burning With Flames · Moon Witch (Seven Days)”
Hmm, it’s the skin of that witch. I’ve never obtained it before.
Bai Yan looked at the description and found that, in a certain timeline, the “Moon Witch” was publicly executed. She disappeared without a trace after being burned for seven days and nights, leaving behind the legend of the “Flame Witch.”
“Clad in pure black attire, the Moon Witch bared her arms and fair shoulders, fashioned from the most exquisite and luxurious materials, like the finest evening gowns. Around her neck was a rare and precious magical stone known as the ‘Philosopher’s Stone,’ radiating the witch’s unique and mystical charm. In this timeline, she was betrayed by her loved ones and publicly executed by the church, yet she didn’t truly perish in the flames.”
Special Effect: Upon activation, the witch transforms into the Flame Witch, gaining absolute control over fire—whether it’s true flames or retribution flames. At the same time, the original trait of ‘Moon’s Protection’ fades.
After reading it, Bai Yan muttered,
“Well, there’s no use in having this skin since I haven’t even gotten her… Although that guy is probably desperate to escape the gacha.”
However, she certainly doesn’t know who her “boss” is waiting for.
Bai Yan eagerly anticipated the day she would be drawn.
The ten summons were over. The results were somewhat good, but not as great as he had hoped.
“The biggest gain was the legendary River of Achron, which is a highly useful ‘wonder building’ for early combat power, and it also reduces resurrection costs.”
Game Prompt:
“Worldline Change · The River of Achron has been acquired. Do you want to load it?”
Bai Yan didn’t directly select “yes” but first clicked on the detailed description.
The River of Achron:
The river of the underworld, the river of sorrow. It is said that Charon and his soldiers ferry the dead on a small boat. Those who want to cross the river must pay the fare, or they’ll be ruthlessly thrown into the river by the dead spirits. The water density is much lighter than that of the world’s water and is called the ‘Feather Sink River.’ Unless it’s by the underworld’s ships, it is nearly impossible for humans to cross.
Change Effect: After loading The River of Achron, no non-Savior-approved beings or objects can cross it. The Savior can summon some undead as combat assistance every ten days by paying 100 Source Energy Points. Additionally, if a Core Operator dies, resurrection costs are reduced by 20% because of The River of Achron.
Resurrection.
This is an unavoidable topic.
Sooner or later, someone will die in Babel Tower. It could be Mu Ling, Maryse, Alan, or even Amy.
The stronger the Core Operator who dies, the more Source Energy Points are needed for their resurrection. For the “player” Savior, it’s crucial to control the number and frequency of deaths among Core Operators.
Moreover, although it may sound harsh at times, he must make the tough decision… to choose the person he trusts most… to face death.
However, Bai Yan’s heart wasn’t particularly burdened, because there exists a resurrection mechanic, which can be viewed as not truly final.
If he had to repeatedly choose which Core Operator to permanently lose…
Bai Yan thought, he too would feel the pain.
Even if it’s him…
“Loading ‘The River of Achron.'”
“World line change loading. Estimated to complete in three days.”
After leaving the Babel Tower, Bai Yan didn’t put his phone down but instead checked the time.
“Oh no! I almost forgot about the appointment I made with Holly today.”
He suddenly remembered the arrangement with Holly, which was for today!
Without wasting any time, he rushed to the Demon Hunt Agency.
——
Adelaide woke up as usual.
There was no gleam in her eyes as she stared blankly at the wall for five full minutes.
She entered the bathroom, took a shower, and looked at the woman in the mirror—tired, dejected, and drained of any energy.
“Clang!”
Adelaide stood frozen in the shower.
Tears streamed down her face.
……
The water stopped.
She used magic to regulate the moisture on her skin, quickly drying herself, and slowly put on her old clothes.
She skipped breakfast and sat in the corner of the room, lost in thought.
At this time every day, Adelaide would question herself, wondering if life would have been better if she hadn’t become a Night Watcher.
If she hadn’t become a Night Watcher, she wouldn’t have lost… the things that were most important to her.
She left her home silently, and by 7:30, she arrived at the Demon Hunt Agency. As she walked in, her expression immediately shifted. She stood tall and confident, shaking off the morning’s fatigue and listlessness.
She pulled out a cigarette for women and placed it in her mouth, but didn’t light it immediately in the lobby.
Soon, Adelaide arrived at the office of the 12th team and lit a cigarette at the door.
“I wonder what these guys are up to.”
She reached out to open the door.
“Captain, happy birthday!”
She was stunned when she saw several people in the office.
Holly stood at the front, holding a medium-sized fruit cake covered in candles, a smile of joy on her face.
Bai Yan was holding up an “Happy Birthday” sign with one hand and a white rabbit-ear headband in the other, though he wasn’t wearing it.
The big guy with a gentle face stood at the back, his hands full with four gift boxes of varying sizes, clearly all carefully prepared for other team members.
Black Vulture was sitting in a chair nearby, still sound asleep, with a solid-colored eye mask over her face.
It had graceful characters written on it that said “Wishing you a happy birthday.”
Adelaide remained silent for a while, nodded, and smiled.
“Thank you… remember me.”
