HonkaiImpact3rdPart2 Stories-EngDub Ch2-Ph3-Pt4 The Seven Shus in the Maze
We #shouldn't #expect to #achieve #everything in one #single #move.
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00:00Master!
00:03This must be the most crucial moment. Don't interrupt them.
00:10Don't be startled. What you're witnessing now under counterfeit I created earlier.
00:20Otherwise, I would have at least presented myself more appropriately.
00:29Those lanterns, you...
00:33Indeed, I am the mere mortal you have in mind.
00:45Unfortunately, lantern no longer exists.
00:51Regardless of the intentions, this place is destined for nothing but failure.
00:57Be it theirs or my own.
01:09If you want an answer...
01:13She shifted her gaze towards the scattered lanterns.
01:18I am, after all, a member of the lantern.
01:23I wouldn't mind being one of them.
01:28I thought you were here to stop all of this.
01:33As you said, we shouldn't expect to achieve everything in one single move.
01:43Because it's impossible to accomplish such a feat in a simple human.
01:50If you can disguise yourself as a scatterer,
01:53then surely you can also fabricate the illusion of the organization being completely wiped out.
01:59And even...
02:01Even if I might truly have completely subdued the Ten Places of Misery.
02:10So, did you manage to do that?
02:14No.
02:17I failed.
02:19And it was a humiliating defeat.
02:24Unlike those who stand in the zenith and once manipulated history.
02:33Driven by a certain vanity, I often wonder...
02:37Everything would be different if there exists a deity who never makes mistakes.
02:47Would it still be different?
02:53Do you want to become a god?
02:58Oh no, I'm not so conceited as to think that.
03:04I was just thinking about creating a god.
03:11Of course, I failed.
03:17But...
03:22Despite relatively insignificant compared to what I've seen before,
03:27the accomplishment of making Lantern deploy all its manpower is not empty talk.
03:34All the shadows no longer pose a threat.
03:37To avoid being left with no use, the organization must act,
03:41only to end up buried alongside their adversaries.
03:44Not exactly.
03:46Rather, I've inadvertently paved the way for an impending apocalypse in this world.
03:53And my only reward is the insignificant solace gained after enduring such failure.
04:04I have bestowed upon you a gift when you are not aware of it.
04:09Of course, here and now, you are now the only one who has received it.
04:15Seven individuals are involved.
04:17Over time, their exceptional abilities gained from the shadows will be further enhanced by this gift.
04:25The path they will take will lead them to become beings resembling gods among the mortals.
04:33It will also enable them to serve as the last resort for survival, akin to a lifeline,
04:38when the apocalypse I have created arrives.
04:45I should have said we instead of they.
04:52You're thinking too much.
04:54I'm no different from those you've just killed.
04:57I'm afraid it's not so.
04:59Just like the criminal eager for sacrifice, I'm like the union you've personally witnessed.
05:05With the world as its cage, you and I are both entwined in this plot.
05:11At least from my point of view, we've met before.
05:15It's just because of the flaws of yours I mentioned earlier, or perhaps the clumsiness I haven't brought up yet.
05:23Therefore, you must realize that the reason we're having this talk isn't because of your abilities.
05:29For example, while you're stronger in combat than your companion named Scudder,
05:34you are far inferior when it comes to dealing with the shadows.
05:42You're sticking your nose too far.
05:45Indeed, I customized that gift for you without your consent.
05:50With that gift, you'll be able to harness the 10 faces of misery as your own power without constraints,
05:59in the way that suits you the best.
06:02I don't feel any changes.
06:04That's normal.
06:05I must admit, I haven't been able to fully comprehend the origin of this gift,
06:09so I could only create its counterfeits.
06:12But that's not a big deal.
06:14Because even if I mention the name Astral Ring, you'd probably only grow more perplexed, wouldn't you?
06:26Upon hearing this term, this core member of the Lantern Organization didn't show any special reaction.
06:33It was evident she didn't understand its meaning.
06:38But for the few outsiders currently concealed in the shadows,
06:41this was certainly enough to provoke astonishment.
06:48According to what he said, he made these Astral Ring imitations by himself?
06:55The world is full of wonders.
07:00It sounds like you guys have heard about that thing.
07:05More than just hearing about it.
07:09Never mind, it's rather hard to explain it properly in a short time.
07:16From the look of it, could this imitation be the rings to control the shadows?
07:25It's too soon to jump to conclusions.
07:27Perhaps after she demonstrates her ability as a shrew, we can...
07:36What is it?
07:38Come to think of it, in our previous encounters, she always managed to catch up with us, didn't she?
07:46That's right.
07:47So?
07:49Right now, she's definitely in the same space as us, isn't she?
07:57So, is it possible that she hasn't found us or another version of herself yet?
08:08Surely you don't mean to say...
08:12Maybe we've been seeing fragmented data of her, similar to the characters we once played.
08:22And the one standing over there...
08:26is the real Lantern.
08:29It's just a speculation, but perhaps she has set up a perfect trap from the moment she entered here.
08:39For short on time, we need to disrupt her plan now, or this version of her will become as powerful as the one outside.
08:49This, all of the sudden...
08:55Something's not right. It seems like these monsters aren't coming for us.
09:01Did I miss something?
09:03Nothing.
09:06I see. I feel sorry if that's the case.
09:13The means you've chosen will render this kid incapable of bringing you any benefits.
09:18Instead, it will be a lifelong burden.
09:23I prefer it this way.
09:26Don't you think it's too late to realize it now?
09:39As I suspected, you were looking for my weak point.
09:43But all you found was this.
09:46Not sure if you have heard what Song Zhe's master concluded earlier, but I don't mind repeating it.
09:51For me at the time, the so-called Astral Ring would only send waves of calamity born from the shadows to my side.
09:59There's no use for it.
10:02So getting the Astral Ring in this illusion is meaningless for you.
10:07Exactly.
10:09It only helps my power in terms of honing my skills.
10:14So the unconventional power of Shu is no longer useful.
10:19The unconventional power of Shu.
10:22Before this, you only fought us with your flesh and tool.
10:25You did acquire the ability of Shu by its sole purpose as
10:30to constantly provide you with foes, allowing you to do something anytime, anywhere.
10:36By transforming into a walking disaster, you became a guardian constantly eliminating threats.
10:44So this is the secret to your strength, Lantern.
10:47Because you've dedicated a hundred years to honing your battle skills.
10:52Well, come to think of it, I haven't told you the whole story.
10:57One's reputation often depends on their adversaries.
11:01But I can't take the advantage of the situation now.
11:04Haven't you realized this yet?
11:07If you had followed your plan, you would have been completely engulfed by both shadows by now.
11:13What a pity that it's merely a memory, unable to recreate the entire scene of that moment.
11:20To me, your strength is no different from these constant threats.
11:35If you still intend to challenge me, then know this.
11:38A person's weakness can sometimes be their strength.
11:46Now that those monsters are already part of history,
11:50it's your turn to take place of those never-ending foes for me to do something.
12:08It's time to fight.
12:16Don't move, Muzana.
12:18Take her down.
12:20I'll do my best.
12:21Bring it on.
12:26Watch out.
12:31Passing through?
12:32Muzana!
12:34Woohoo!
12:36Fire Strike!
12:38It's ready.
12:40Don't be shy.
12:41I'll bring it on.
12:43Blue Flame!
12:53You can't escape.
12:55Don't, don't, don't, don't, don't!
12:56Take this!
12:58Come on!
13:00Heaven, earth, and the world.
13:15If you refuse to surrender, then be prepared.
13:18Be prepared.
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14:48My name is Leenana, the cat in her arms part.
14:52Oh, please excuse me, this is Jenny.
14:56Jenny, say hello to Lady Selema.
14:59The cat ignored her.
15:01Pfft.
15:02Leenana and Jenny, good day to you all.
15:07By the way you dress, I assume you attend tea parties often.
15:11Yes, I often attend social events because of my mother's work.
15:16I hope I won't make a fool of myself in front of you.
15:20My family has dealings with the Association and is aware of your social standing.
15:25I just didn't think the daughter of the Association's president would be interested in the masquerade corridor.
15:35It's mostly my mother's idea.
15:37Shadows have been appearing more and more frequently in the outside world, so she wants me to go to a safe place.
15:46Do you realize what kind of place this is?
15:49I don't want to be perceived only as safe by my servants.
15:54Not just safety, Shadows will disrupt social order.
15:57By then, Lang Qiu's economy will crash, and the Association's wealth will be worthless.
16:03Lady Selema, I heard you can directly facilitate your family's business with your ability.
16:09I believe serving you is more promising than doing business.
16:13Is this really your thinking?
16:16The visitor fell silent.
16:18Jenny seemed to detect the change in the atmosphere and began meowing.
16:23The visitor stroked his back in an attempt to calm her.
16:28You are much cleverer than... more capable than your mother described in the letter.
16:35I can tell you have your own opinion on how the Association should operate.
16:40Do you truly want to give up business and join us?
16:44Or is it because the Association needs a time?
16:49This is our common intention, Lady Selema.
16:53Sounds like you're the minority in the collective.
16:58The visitor fell silent again.
17:00Suddenly, Jenny broke free from her hug and jumped onto Lady Selema's table.
17:06Jenny!
17:07Jenny meowed.
17:09I'm so sorry, Lady Selema.
17:11She's a naughty girl.
17:13Come here, Jenny.
17:15At ease.
17:16She can stay here if she wants.
17:19You don't look too comfortable with her.
17:22Is this also your mother's idea?
17:25To make a good impression by bringing a cat?
17:29To be honest, you do meet most of my requirements on nobility.
17:35It's just that, according to my criteria, another friend here is more suitable to attend my banquet.
17:43Friend?
17:45Yes, I suppose you can learn a lot from her.
18:06You can't escape.
18:11Over there.
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18:27Over there.
18:28How dare you!
18:34At ease.
18:35Take your time.
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21:28To the left.
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22:28Oh
22:59To the left!
23:12I feel you guys
23:28逃不掉的
23:40Pausing Pavilion
23:42Selima has never been a matriarch who micromanages
23:46In her words, the Ndutisku family owns businesses across Sangqiu
23:50and as soon as she raises a hand, countless servants would flock in to process the many accounts and taxes for her
23:58Therefore, she had little to no impression on this library that sprung out one day
24:06But now, she was standing in the night, gazing up at a silent and solemn establishment
24:14There was no sign of human activity near it
24:18The night wind whistled through the window panes, sobbing as it went
24:24Those windows stared at her like hollow eyes
24:28Click
24:31Following her footsteps, the gate to the library opened
24:36Selima stepped into the building
24:39The entire library was unlit
24:41Ruolipanruo bookshelves stood in silence
24:44Their shadows merging into a dormant behemoth that swallowed her slender shadow whole
24:51It was gloomy, still, and bone-chilling
24:56Like the legend said, it was the graveyard of books
25:02From somewhere came ghostly murmurs
25:06Welcome, lady of the Ndutisku family
25:11The voice was slow and almost inaudible
25:14but possessed a strange magic that could awaken the most terrifying memories hidden in anyone's heart
25:22Selima suddenly laughed
25:25At this very moment, she realized she and the owner of this master were one of a kind
25:34People always addressed them with superfluous names to mask their fear
25:40The Abnormal, the Deviant, the Manipulators, and the Master of Shadows
25:49That was a thought-out welcome
25:51However, I never saw you as prey
25:55So you need not be hostile towards me
25:58I only came to borrow a book
26:02I already know, ma'am
26:05The books here and the voice in your heart tell me that you need a book to win servants over
26:12You are a rare guest at the library
26:14I'm willing to grant your every wish
26:18Win over was a phrase that irritated Selima
26:22She also understood simultaneously where the awful rumors surrounding the library came from
26:28A wise person who could read minds was threatening, yes
26:33But a child who could read minds and speak truthfully was far more so
26:39Purity was dangerous, especially when a great power that accompanied it was not disguised
26:49Selima paid no mind
26:52A child could not harm her, and that was not her goal
26:56She lifted her skirts and courtesy toward the darkness
27:00Well then, here's to your generosity
27:05Wait, ma'am
27:07In return for the book, I hope you can promise me one thing
27:11Can you come here again?
27:13Hmm?
27:15Everyone who came to the library left in fear
27:19You are a rare guest, the only one who's not afraid of me
27:23I know lots and lots of knowledge and have learned wisdom from books around the world
27:28I can help you
27:31So could you come again to chat with me?
27:35It's a shame that what you have doesn't appeal to me at all
27:39But in return for this book, I don't mind to give you some advice
27:44Sometimes, fear is power
27:48Use it well, and it will become your greatest weapon
27:53Weapon? I don't understand
27:56Please teach me
27:58Uncontrolled wisdom and unconveyed truth are dangerous
28:03People avoid you neither because you're intelligent nor foolish
28:09Rather, it is because you cannot be controlled
28:13And to them, being uncontrollable means danger
28:17The girl gave a bright smile
28:20So, just shoo them
28:23Shoo?
28:25Is it a kind of giving?
28:28Dominant others and be worshipped by them
28:31When your dangerousness turns into a weapon held against their necks
28:35Hatred and rejection will be converted into submission
28:40They will bow down to you
28:43Dominate?
28:45Would I make friends this way?
28:48I understand now
28:50The lady from the Nutrisku family
28:53You're an interesting child
28:55I'm fond of you
28:57Don't ever let me down, okay?
29:00Half a month later
29:02The lemur received an invitation from an emerging organization called the Mutual Aid Society
29:10Not bad
29:11She smiled nonchalantly and slid into a stack of invitations
29:18Oh yeah
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