That afternoon, Robin arrived at the Bureau of Anomalous Investigations in Longcheng and said hesitantly, "Um... are you sure you want me to handle this Dimensional Rift?"
Bai Yuanju was still the only person in the bureau. Heavy dark circles shadowed her eyes, making her look far more haggard than the stern, authoritative headmistress she had once been. Though she hadn't been on the front lines recently, managing all the logistics behind the scenes was a demanding task in itself.
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Peace Dove: "Huh?"
Free Eagle: "Uh, what I mean is, if Robin works for the Bureau of Anomalous Investigations, doesn't that make you one too?"
Robin glanced at her phone, raising an eyebrow. While the explanation wasn't technically wrong, she couldn't shake the feeling that it wasn't what he'd originally intended to say.
Could this guy be with the Bureau too? And judging by his tone, he's probably overseas.
Just as Robin was pondering this, her WeChat chimed w...
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That evening, after forcing down a mediocre dinner she'd cooked herself, she took a shower, crawled into bed, and started scrolling through her phone.
Almost unconsciously, her fingers tapped a few times, opening the group chat to see what her goofy friends were up to.
Shu Cat: "Robin's English song this afternoon was absolutely amazing! I didn't understand a word, but it sounded so beautiful!"
Shu Cat: "And honestly, the best part wasn't th...
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By the third day of the zombie virus outbreak, Special Infected had begun to appear among the zombies.
Those with the potential to evolve could become Evolvers, immune to the virus and gaining superhuman abilities. Those without the potential succumbed to the virus and became zombies. The Special Infected were individuals with marginal potential; upon infection, they mutated into stronger, more dangerous zombie variants.
The most common Special Infected included the massive, muscl...
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The next morning, Robin was awakened by her phone ringing.
A slender, pale hand emerged from the tangled blankets, groping around on the bedside table. After what felt like an eternity of shrill ringing, she finally located her phone. Her other hand reached out, unplugged the charging cable, and brought the device to her ear.
"Hello~" Robin's soft, sweet, and utterly charming voice greeted Cheng Hui on the other end, momentarily stunning her. After a brief pause, Robin thought she...
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At Zhong Wanhong's command, Robin's singing abruptly ceased. She sighed in relief, casually placed the microphone on the nearby table, and slumped back in her Bureau of Anomalous Investigations chair. She had done all she could; now it was up to Zhong Wanhong and his team.
The microphone clattered against the smooth tabletop, cutting off the music streaming through the speakers for all five Bureau squads. An ear-splitting buzzing sound followed.
Robin's sudden action jolted her te...
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Song Kang was as ordinary an office worker as they come, living a routine nine-to-five life. At thirty-one years old, he harbored no grand ambitions and couldn't even be bothered to find a girlfriend, having long since resigned himself to a life of bachelorhood.
His meager monthly salary barely covered his own expenses, let alone supporting a partner or starting a family. If he were to ever tie the knot, it would mean draining his parents' resources—a prospect he found unconscionable....
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"Until the very last moment, the outcome isn't decided!"
Rin Tohsaka placed her hand atop her deck and took a deep breath.
"My turn—draw!"
"Hahahahaha! This is the inevitability of a duel!"
Rin burst into laughter upon seeing the card she drew. The sensation of spatial distortion once again rippled from the card.
"As expected, Lady Luck is on my side! Shirou Emiya, it's time for us to go all out!"
"If you don't mind, I'd prefer to be called Archer."
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"That immunity only lasts until the next turn," Rin Tohsaka observed, studying the cards in her hand. Illya was a formidable defensive Servant, but not impossible to break through by force. "In that case, I'll enter Main Phase 2."
"Emiya's effect! Discard a card from my hand to retrieve Caladbolg II from my Deck and equip it. Emiya's effect! Release Caladbolg II to destroy Kiritsugu Emiya!"
Once again, Emiya launched the Spiral Sword like an arrow, aiming at Kiritsugu Emiya. It wa...
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In truth, Illyasviel didn't particularly mind Minamoto no Raikou's near-pathological possessiveness. After all, you can't really expect a homunculus created by the Einzbern family—deprived of parental love—to have any proper sense of values. Besides, Illyasviel herself had quite a strong possessive streak; otherwise, the original story wouldn't have had her turn Shirou into a doll and stash him in the basement.
"Commencing battle phase! First, Kiritsugu Emiya attacks Rin Tohsaka!"
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With the situation laid out so clearly, how could Robin possibly refuse? She pursed her lips. "What do I need to do?"
"Just sing. We'll take care of the rest."
Despite these reassuring words, the city lacked the kind of super-powered loudspeakers that could blanket its entire area. Fortunately, they didn't need everyone in Longcheng to hear Robin's song. Zhong Wanhong barked orders: "Find the most densely populated areas where the Fancheng People live. Retrofit some speakers—and...
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"Personally, I still recommend the same strategy as before: seal off the entire city for several days, keep everyone indoors, and send in the military, led by Evolvers, to systematically clear out all the zombies."
It was a simple and straightforward proposal, but Robin noticed that the person making it was handcuffed, bruised, and bandaged on the forehead.
"You have no right to speak here! Shut your mouth!" Before the man could finish, an irritable Bureau of Anomalous Investigati...
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"You should take your own advice," Navia spat, struggling to her feet and leaning heavily on her claymore. "Never underestimate your enemy!"
She had poured every last ounce of her remaining strength into that attack. Seeing Lofan still alive, a flicker of regret crossed her eyes, but the thought of having severely wounded him buoyed her spirits.
"Miss Navia!"
Melus and Silver rushed to her side, their gazes fixed warily on Lofan, who stood wiping blood from the corner of his...
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Lofan wasted no time. He drew back his Hydro Bow to its full extent, unleashing a barrage of arrows imbued with potent Hydro energy at Navia.
Navia swung her greatsword to deflect the arrows, but the astonishing force behind each shot halted her intended charge.
"Miss Navia, we're here to help!"
Melus and Silver, witnessing Navia's struggle against such a formidable foe, immediately abandoned their own opponents and rushed to her side. When they saw the Hydro-infused arrows ...
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While the nobles awaited good news from their subordinates, Navia led her forces in a direct assault on their estates.
Having dispatched most of their combat-capable men, the nobles' estates were sparsely guarded. Combined with Navia's surprise attack, the estates fell one after another with astonishing ease. The nobles themselves, still reeling from the shock, were dragged from their rooms like dogs and publicly beheaded before the assembled crowd.
In their final moments, the nob...
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"Teacher!"
Navia planted her feet firmly, halting her retreat. With a swift flick of her sword, she unleashed a surge of Geo Elemental Power many times stronger than before, instantly obliterating the surrounding Clockwork Mekas.
Rushing forward, she caught Lofan before he could collapse. Staring at the Hydro arrow piercing his heart, Navia's body began to tremble violently.
An overwhelming panic surged through Navia's heart, her body trembling uncontrollably.
"Monsieu...
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"Clorinde has left. Let's proceed with the plan."
Navia watched Clorinde's figure disappear into the distance, wiped the tears from her face, and addressed the group solemnly.
Clorinde's sudden appearance had momentarily unsettled everyone, but they quickly regained their composure and silently nodded to Navia.
The group divided tasks and began burying the corpses they had moved.
They were well aware of the danger involved, but this was also their best opportunity to s...
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"You're insane!"
"That place is crawling with eyes now! How dare you ask me to move now?!"
"If I make a move, I'm finished! Do you understand?!" Marquis Relf hissed through gritted teeth after hearing Lofan's demand.
Lofan remained unfazed by the outburst. If Marquis Relf could be toppled so easily, it would be a profound disappointment.
"Monsieur Relf, call me a madman—I won't be offended," Lofan declared. "Because I am a madman! But don't insult my intelli...
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After bidding farewell to Navia and Lofan, the trio retreated to a secluded spot to discuss their observations.
"That man named Grett is highly suspicious," Lynette said. "He might be connected to that mysterious organization."
Lyney turned to Charlotte with a solemn expression, Lynette nodding in agreement beside him.
"The Fatui's intelligence reports made no mention of anyone like him in Fleuve Cendre," Lyney said.
"Isn't it a bit rash to immediately suspect Navia's ...
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Lü Heng and Yu Lin immediately spotted the driver standing guard at the factory entrance. The Dragon Lady, Yu Lin, looked particularly ferocious, her body leaning forward slightly, tail sweeping the ground restlessly as if poised to strike.
"Yu Lin?!" Robin had never found the Dragon Lady so endearing. She waved at her, but the driver showed no intention of fighting. Seeing them arrive, he abandoned his earlier casual demeanor and flashed a classic villainous grin. With a slight bow, h...
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Robin gazed at the old man before her, his composure unshaken, as if victory were already assured. Her lips tightened, and she felt an overwhelming urge to blurt out, "But I refuse!"
After a moment's contemplation, she resisted the slightly reckless impulse. When you're under someone's roof, you have to lower your head. Instead, she cautiously inquired, "Um... if I refuse... what will happen?"
Observing Robin's hesitant demeanor, Xiao surprised her with a gentle smile, th...
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"Ugh..." Robin rubbed her head, then suddenly snapped awake. She opened her eyes and surveyed her surroundings, finding herself in a dilapidated, abandoned factory. Rusting machinery cluttered the space, and dust and debris coated the floor. She was propped against a tattered old sofa.
Was I kidnapped? Or is this the work of someone within the Bureau of Anomalous Investigations? The thought left her bewildered. Could there really be a traitor within the Bureau?
But why? W...
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Writing the report deepened Robin's understanding of Dimensional Rifts. She had just learned that these rifts were classified by "Hazard Level."
The Dimensional Rift Bureau of Anomalous Investigations assigned these levels based on the scale of the damage caused. The lowest level, B, indicated an impact limited to a single street. Level A signified damage spanning several streets, while the highest, S, represented a catastrophic event threatening an entire city.
However, other fac...
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The white-haired Cat Girl mentally calculated that even though they had moved swiftly, two days and nights should have been more than enough time for the Killer to reach the midpoint of their plan. How could so many survivors still be alive?
Then she saw Robin emerge from the hot pot restaurant. "The Qingcheng Bureau of Anomalous Investigations? You're finally here!"
"Who are you?" The Cat Girl's eyes narrowed as she took in Robin's appearance, specifically the wings behind her ea...
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Now, everything depended on the killer's nerve. Knowing that Robin had identified them as human within just one night and a morning would undoubtedly put immense pressure on them, making them even more wary of her.
At this moment, Robin was grateful for her ability to bestow "buffs" on her enemies. This killer would undoubtedly be exceptionally calm, driven by logic rather than emotion, and unlikely to act rashly. In other words, they wouldn't strike unless they were absolutely certain ...
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Robin speculated that the reason she hadn't been attacked was due to her perceived status as an "official staff member" and the fear of her combat capabilities.
Everyone knew that the Bureau of Anomalous Investigations was staffed entirely by Evolvers and Transformers; no ordinary humans were employed there. Though Robin herself was inwardly panicked and terrified, to others, she appeared calm and reliable.
Moreover, Robin had never introduced herself. Among the hundred-plus peopl...
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"I'll rest for a bit... just close my eyes for a moment..." Robin was utterly exhausted. She yawned, then slumped onto the table, murmuring, "Wake me up in half an hour..."
She didn't know how much time had passed. When Robin woke up, she rubbed her eyes. The hotpot restaurant was exactly as she remembered it: the few tables and chairs were occupied by women and children, while the remaining people huddled together on the cold floor. Only a handful occasionally wandered toward the restr...
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Robin and Cheng Hui hurried into the bakery. The dazzling array of pastries and the tempting aroma of butter and cream instantly made Robin feel even hungrier.
She immediately opened the nearest glass display case, grabbed a cream-filled bun, and began eating it. The sweet, rich flavor filling her mouth caused her to squint slightly, a blissful expression spreading across her face.
"See? Anything tastes delicious when you're starving!"
Cheng Hui, who had accompanied Robin, s...
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The Qingcheng Bureau of Anomalous Investigations received news of the Dimensional Rift within a minute of its appearance and immediately mobilized.
Bureau personnel in black uniforms streamed out of the building, heading straight for the rift's location. However, upon arriving and seeing the impenetrable black veil hanging in the air, nearly all of them wore grave expressions.
"Is this another one like last time?"
"..."
The perspective shifted back to Robin, who had no...
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"What is this?!"
An earthquake? No, it didn't feel quite right. The tremors were too brief, more like the aftershocks of a distant explosion.
But the next moment, Cheng Hui, sitting across from Robin, looked panicked. "It's a Dimensional Rift!"
"Huh?" Robin jerked her head up and peered out the window. In the twilight sky, she could vaguely make out a dark silhouette suspended in the air, having appeared unnoticed.
The dim light made it hard to see clearly. It wasn't u...
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