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Sirin was stunned for a moment, then ordered the magic wand to start the self-destruct program.
Chapter Twenty-Eight: Oath of Allegiance
The so-called "self-destruct program" is actually just delaying the explosion of the magic wand.
The magic wand didn't originally have this function; it's a new feature that Sirin just added.
Sirin programmed the magic wand to explode after ten seconds, then nervously and excitedly tore through space, allowing everyone to enter the imaginary space.
No matter how well-behaved or obedient a child is usually, they often experience a great sense of stimulation and excitement when doing "bad things".
If left unchecked, children are very likely to gradually turn into "bratty kids".
Qiu Bi was well aware of this matter, and therefore would never allow Xilin to become addicted to this behavior.
Then, accompanied by a violent explosion, the magic wand created by Sirin transformed into dazzling fireworks, blooming in the sky above the Tower of Babylon.
"Great!"
Celine cheered with joy, like a child doing something wrong for the first time.
Seeing this, Qiu Bi gently tapped Xilin, but did not scold her.
Under Qiu Bi's nagging, Xilin showed a wronged expression, and then, like a wilted eggplant, she drooped her head listlessly.
Then, Qiu Bi led Xilin to Patrick, who was still unconscious.
During this time, whenever Patrick was about to wake up, Celine would put him back into sleep.
With the physique of an A-rank Valkyrie, going without food and water for a few days will not affect her life; it will only make her body weaker.
"Father, should we still let Sirin plant the commandments?"
"No, I'll do it this time."
Qiu Bi shook his head, then reached out and pressed Patrick's head down, planting the commandments in his mind.
The first precept is: Do not betray Kubi.
The second precept is: Do not harm Kubi.
The third precept is to absolutely obey Qiu Bi's commands.
Three simple commandments made Patrick completely under Chubi's control.
Then, Qiu Bi followed the same method and planted the same commandments in Salome.
"nailed it."
Qiu Bi ruffled Xilin's hair, then gestured for Bella to wake Salome.
Bella nodded, then gently placed Salome on the ground.
The next second, a surge of electricity coursed through Salome's body, causing her to tremble slightly.
Not long after, Salome suddenly opened her eyes and looked around warily.
The moment she saw Qiu Bi and the others, she immediately tensed up and prepared for battle.
However, to her surprise, Salome found that she had no desire to attack Qiu Bi at all, and almost instinctively resisted such behavior.
"What's wrong with me?"
Salome was filled with doubt and uncertainty. She wanted to remain vigilant, but she couldn't help but relax her body and let her guard down.
"Salome Jokanan, a member of the Snow Wolf Squad."
Qiu Bi spoke slowly, his gaze fixed on Salome.
Salome looked at Qiu Bi in the direction of the voice and asked in a deep voice, "Who exactly are you?!"
"You should know this in your heart, right? Only by following your own heart can you know everything."
Qiu Bi deliberately lowered his voice, creating a mysterious and profound feeling.
Salome stared blankly at Qiu Bi, her blue pupils trembling wildly.
A few minutes later, Salome seemed to resign herself to her fate, slowly lowered her head, and swore allegiance to Chubi.
"I am Salome Jokanan, the former A-rank Valkyrie of the Snow Wolf Squad. Nice to meet you..."
"You are still Salome Jokanan, the A-rank Valkyrie of the Snow Wolf Squad. That will never change. It's just that the Snow Wolf Squad is no longer under the command of Schicksal, but is now my loyal supporter."
Upon hearing this, Qiu Bi's lips curled into a slight smile, revealing his subtle pleasure.
Under the influence of the commandment, the Snow Wolf Squad will become loyal followers of the "Magical Girl Squad," unconditionally obeying all of his orders.
Before long, with Salome's help, Patrick also came to the realization of reality and pledged his loyalty to Chubi.
"Salome, come closer to me—I will grant you several powers."
"To grant abilities?"
Salome was puzzled, but she did not disobey Qiu Bi and obediently approached him.
Immediately, Qiu Bi reached out and pressed down on Salome's hair.
The contract grants—Ionian fervor!
The contract grants—the impact of a sharp blade!
The contract grants—the Dance of Breakthrough!
The contract grants—a pair of blades!
The contract grants—the Vanguard's Blade!
Contract grants—Power boost (normal level for an S-rank Valkyrie)!
Contract grants - Agility boost (normal level for S-rank Valkyries)!
Contract grants - Increased stamina (normal level for an S-rank Valkyrie)!
Qiu Bi bestowed eight abilities upon Salome at once, rapidly elevating her strength to the level of an S-class Valkyrie.
As for "Ionian Fever", "Blade Impact", "Dance of the Blades", "Twin Blades", and "Vanguard Blade", these are the skills of the game character "Blade Dancer" Irelia, whom Qiu Bi is familiar with.
After witnessing Salome's graceful dance moves during battle, Qiu Bi wanted to endow Salome with these five abilities.
"This, this is..."
Salome's beautiful eyes widened in disbelief.
She became an S-rank Valkyrie so easily?!
After a moment of surprise, Salome quickly regained her composure and thanked her, saying, "Thank you so much for granting me this power!"
"Don't mention it, we'll be fighting together from now on."
That being said, neither the Magical Girl Squad nor the Snow Wolf Squad would allow Qiu Bi to fight personally.
As long as Qiu Bi lives, a powerful fighting force can be mass-produced.
However, with the granting of various abilities, Qiu Bi is getting further and further away from death.
To this day, Qiu Bi has accumulated 58 opportunities to be brought back to life.
"Next up is Patrick's turn."
Qiu Bi looked at Patrick and gestured for Patrick to come closer.
Patrick walked casually toward Qiu Bi and said, "Then I'll have to trouble you, Lord Qiu Bi."
"Ah."
Contract grants—Power boost (normal level for an S-rank Valkyrie)!
Contract grants - Agility boost (normal level for S-rank Valkyries)!
Contract grants - Increased stamina (normal level for an S-rank Valkyrie)!
Compared to Salome, Qiu Bi only granted Patrick three abilities, elevating him to the normal level of an S-class Valkyrie.
It's not that Qiu Bi is biased; it's just that he can't think of any skills that would be suitable for Patrick.
After all, compared to the other members of the Snow Wolf Squad, Patrick's advantage lies in his keen observation and intelligence gathering abilities.
Furthermore, Patrick's main job in the Snow Wolf Squad is intelligence gathering and analysis, as well as occasionally providing long-range fire support to other members.
"It's truly amazing... No wonder you're Lord Qiu Bi!"
Patrick showed no resistance to changing his employer.
From beginning to end, Patrick was not simply an A-rank Valkyrie; she harbored a hidden identity—a spy planted by Anti-Entropy within Schicksal.
Chapter Twenty-Nine: Alexei and his wife
three days later.
The Siberian snowfield.
Qiu Bi and the others stayed at the top of the Tower of Babylon, gazing at the distant horizon.
Honkai Beasts wander aimlessly through the Siberian snowfields, as if they have donned a natural camouflage. A moment's carelessness could lead to an attack from a Honkai Beast.
"Judging by the time, it should be soon..."
Qiu Bi murmured softly, while reaching out to rub Xilin's head.
"Dad, you're going to mess up Celine's hair again!"
Xilin complained, but Qiu Bi just smiled silently in response.
Standing on the edge of the Tower of Babel, Salome heard Qiu Bi's words and couldn't help but turn around to ask, "What's coming soon?"
“The Valkyrie forces of Schicksal should be arriving soon.” Qiu Bi released Sirin and then walked to Salome’s side. “Prepare for battle. This time we will likely encounter Schicksal’s strongest S-rank Valkyrie, Cecilia Schariac.”
"Lady Cecilia...?"
Salome murmured softly, unsure of how to face Cecilia.
Not long ago they were comrades in the same squad, but now they have to fight each other...
Salome's feelings were quite complicated.