Honkai Star Rail: I am Godzilla, domineering and rampant.

"Conclusion: Godzilla's individual combat ability is indeed exceptional. This is a product of natural evolution," Screwllum answered.

"Miracles of life don't bloom easily. I cannot replicate the biological mechanism under natural laws." Ruan Mei spoke softly.

Herta's mouth twitched slightly.

These two… they were really treating this like a formal research seminar.

A wave of frustration surged up, but in the end, Herta said nothing.

"Forget it." She was truly speechless.

Let's set aside the chaos at the Herta Space Station for now.

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Interastral Peace Corporation.

The Ten Stoneheart's exclusive lounge.

"Thankfully, aside from energy loss, the Cornerstone itself is unharmed. That's fortunate."

The Cornerstone of the Ten Stonehearts originated from fragments that fell off the Amber King's body when he swung his giant hammer.

The larger pieces were refined and polished, eventually becoming the Cornerstone of the Ten Stonehearts.

It can be said that the Cornerstone is not only a symbol of the Ten Stonehearts but also a physical embodiment of the IPC's faith in the Amber King.

"Hehe." Jade flipped through a document and chuckled lightly at Topaz's words.

"Little Yelena, how's the Jarilo project progressing?"

As the one who proposed the Jarilo initiative, Topaz naturally took on the responsibility of overseeing progress. If the project succeeded, it would undoubtedly be a notable achievement.

"According to the report from the B team, Jarilo has already established a complete infrastructure system — and without affecting the local environment."

In fact, once she learned that Godzilla was a natural guardian and environmental modifier, Topaz became highly skeptical that such modifications would harm Jarilo's ecosystem.

And her doubts were proven correct.

The benefit of this was that they could go all out without worrying about collateral issues.

Hearing Topaz's report, Jade nodded slightly, moving her index finger across a page of the report before finally folding a corner at the signature area.

"I've heard that the one called Godzilla is no longer on Jarilo?" Jade raised an eyebrow.

"Yes, according to intel, he should be on Xianzhou Luofu now. As for what he's doing there, that's beyond what our people can know."

Topaz spread her hands helplessly.

Clearly, the secret infiltration by Phantylia to overthrow Luofu hadn't yet spread through the universe.

The universe is vast, and with the earlier lockdown of the Ambrosial Arbor, all that has leaked so far is that Luofu is in a Stellaron crisis and under recovery.

"Xianzhou Luofu — that's not a place that can be affected by a single Stellaron."

Jade shook her head slightly. As one of the universe's top powers, if Luofu could be taken down by just one Stellaron, it would become a laughingstock across the cosmos for several Amber Eras to come.

However...

"What is Godzilla doing on Luofu?" Jade pondered but couldn't think of a single plausible reason.

Moreover, based on the intel they received, Godzilla used some kind of space-jumping ability to reach Luofu. For reference, Jarilo and Luofu are separated by a warp-level distance — not something one could cross by physical means alone.

Hearing Jade mention Godzilla, Topaz puffed her cheeks slightly and started fumbling around on her ledger, causing the ledger to squirm in resistance.

She hadn't forgotten what had made her go through all this in the first place.

I can't believe that guy actually secretly absorbed cornerstone energy! That's outrageous, simply outrageous!

"Speaking of which," Jade said, "our relationship with the Xianzhou Alliance seems to have stagnated a bit."

The war years ago was far-reaching.

It directly led to subtle changes in the IPC's trade with the Alliance.

However, as time went on, this part gradually bonded together again.

…

Xianzhou Luofu, Stargazer Navalia.

Dan Heng was walking alone on the street.

As the external port of the Luofu, Stargazer Navalia was bustling with people. Besides the officials at work, the streets here were also lively.

Unknowingly, the crowd on the street began to thin. Dan Heng walked farther and farther, gradually entering a secluded area.

"I've noticed you've been following me. Come out."

As soon as he finished speaking—

Clang!

Blades clashed, releasing a sharp burst of energy that stung the eyes.

Under this force, Dan Heng was pushed to the base of a wall.

"Hahaha, finally done hiding? Coming out at last?"

A maddening aura enveloped the surroundings. Dan Heng used all his strength to push away the blade pressing against him.

But the blade surged toward him again like a tide.

Sparks from the clashing weapons ignited the dry material in the corner of the wall.

"It's time for you to pay the price! The time has come! Hahaha!"

The relentless attacks left Dan Heng struggling to defend himself.

"You, guilty of ten great transgressions, dare to walk alone through Stargazer Navalia—do you think a new face, a new name, will completely sever your past?!"

"I've said it—I am Dan Heng!"

Clang!

…

In a nearby loft, Kafka stood with her hands behind her back, her vacant eyes watching the fight below. Her red lips parted slightly.

"Looks like Blade still needs some time."

Suddenly, her eyes widened slightly, and she let out a sound of surprise: "Hm?"

…

"What happened to Dan Heng? Don't tell me something really bad happened?"

"Shouldn't be. He looked quite healthy to me. Besides, didn't Jing Yuan say Dan Heng is the reincarnation of some kind of 'high Elder'? With a title that grand, he shouldn't be taken down by just a few minor injuries."

"You call that a minor injury? He was almost sliced in half!"

...

Dan Heng felt familiar voices around his ears—March 7th, Stelle, Mr. Welt…

And also some strange conversations.

Like how many tables to set at the banquet, where to sit, how to greet the guests…

Why is March 7th learning this stuff?

He slowly opened his eyes to an unfamiliar ceiling.

"Hey! Dan Heng, you're awake!"

Dan Heng's awakening quickly drew everyone's attention in the room.

March 7th and the others rushed over, filling the air around him.

"Cough, cough, back up a bit, don't crowd around," Welt cleared his throat, finally calming things down.

"Dan Heng, what happened? Who hurt you?" Welt asked.

He knew Dan Heng's strength. There were people on the Luofu who could defeat him, but very few could injure him that badly. Each one of them would be on the level of a seasoned monster.

"It was me." Dan Heng held his forehead, recalling details of the battle.

The most vivid memory—was it a sliver of moonlight?

"Looks like you remembered something. No need to talk just yet, recovering is most important."

Noticing Dan Heng's shifting gaze, Welt understood that this matter was related to Dan Heng's past.

Hearing Welt's words, Dan Heng quietly nodded.

The atmosphere in the room grew heavy again.

"Why so quiet? Just told you to calm down for a bit and you wouldn't listen—huh? The patient's awake."

Following the voice, Dan Heng saw a little girl with cute dragon horns staring at him. Behind her, a tail curled like a dumbbell moved up and down… a dumbbell?

Dan Heng blinked, surprised at the dumbbell hanging from Bailu's tail. Judging by its weight, that kind of dumbbell wouldn't be suitable for a child.

Has the new generation of the Vidyadhara become this fierce already...?

"Don't just stare at my tail! Even if you're a patient, that's not okay!" Bailu crossed her arms and scolded with dissatisfaction, then curiously eyed Dan Heng.

"So strange, have I seen you before? Wait, no, not long ago? But something feels off."

Scratching her head, Bailu's tail swayed even more.

"Maybe you saw him while you were out and about, Bailu?"

As he spoke, Jing Yuan entered the room, nodding slightly at the sight of Dan Heng in bed. Dan Heng nodded back in return.

"Jing Yuan, do you already know who attacked Dan Heng? Have they been caught?"

March 7th looked at Jing Yuan with anticipation.

"I have a clue about the attacker. But that person is elusive, and their strength is beyond what ordinary Cloud Knights can handle. Capturing them may take more time."

"I see. Make sure to let me know if there's any news! I want that guy to understand there's a price to pay for messing with someone from the Astral Express!"

"Alright, Dan Heng needs to rest. Let's go. Cramming too many people in the ward won't help recovery."

"You're no fun, Uncle Welt."