At the bottom of the stairs, Doctor Ciesali stared at the figure who had stepped onto the stairs that led to the sky.
This was the Stairway to Heaven known as the "Stairway of Seven Words".
There was a legend about the "Stairway of Seven Words" within the organization.
No matter who it was, as long as they successfully stepped onto the Stairway of Seven Words, they would obtain unimaginable power.
However, this was nothing more than nonsense.
In fact, the organization was only using this seemingly beautiful Stairway of Heaven, which was guarded by a terrifying killing machine, to punish criminals who had committed mistakes within the organization and even betrayed the organization.
Now, because of his failure in his first mission, the "newcomer" Lu Luxiu Lamperugi, who had stood by and watched during the process, had also become one of the many punished people.
But …
Doctor Ciesali found that Lu Luxiu Lamperugi, who had killed him with his own hands, had an inexplicable passion for the Stairway of Heaven, which had a terrifying legend in the organization.
It was as if …
From the very beginning, he had been aiming for the Stairway to Heaven.
Doctor Ciesali also noticed a hint of this from the conversation between C.C. and Lu Luxiu just now. However, did this have anything to do with him?
The answer was very clear.
No matter what Lu Luxiu's plan was, for Doctor Ciesali, this was just an interlude in his long research career.
Previously, the reason why he spoke out to dissuade Lu Luxiu was because he was acquainted with the "former Emperor Lu Luxiu".
Now, he had done what he needed to do. All that was left was to silently watch the whole thing unfold.
"Ka!"
The sharp sound of the wind exploded, and a cold light erupted above the Stairway of Seven Words, slashing down the stairs with the force of Mount Tai.
"Lu Luxiu!! Be careful! "
C.C. couldn't help but warn Lu Luxiu, who was stepping onto the third step. However, it was too late.
"Boom!"
The giant sword, which was nearly one meter wide, slashed down on the third step without any hindrance.
In the blink of an eye, Lu Luxiu, who was trying hard to step up the stairs, was submerged.
"Lu Luxiu!!"
In a panic, C.C. subconsciously took a step forward to check, but he was unexpectedly blocked by an invisible wall.
At this time, behind the wide sword blade, Lu Luxiu's figure quietly appeared again, and stepped onto a new step.
At the same time, C.C. could vaguely hear Lu Luxiu muttering to himself.
"If we can't break out of our shells, we chicks will definitely die …"
One step,
Another step.
With every step Lu Luxiu took, the Knight statues on both sides of the stairs would swing their greatswords at him. However, these attacks, which were enough to crush one or even several adults, could not hurt Lu Luxiu at all.
After every slash, Lu Luxiu would always be able to step onto a new step unscathed, and continue to move towards the top while mumbling.
"Ten, eleven, twelve, thirteen …"
Doctor Ciesali, who was watching from the sidelines, finally showed a trace of surprise when he saw Lu Luxiu step onto the fourteenth step.
Among the many sinners punished by the organization, the one who could last the longest under the sword of these Knight statues was only the thirteenth step. At the bottom of these thirteen steps were countless souls that had died tragically.
"The Savior … really exists?"
Suddenly, Doctor Ciesali remembered the plan that the dead Emperor insisted on.
Heavy,
Incomparably heavy.
With every step, it was as if a mountain would descend from the void and press down on Lu Luxiu's shoulders. Moreover, the sharp sound of the wind that constantly attacked above his head was constantly eroding Lu Luxiu's will.
As long as Lu Luxiu relaxed a little, the giant sword of the Knight statue would definitely cut him into pieces.
"So this is the curse you speak of? Right! Lu Luxiu · Vi · Britannia!! "
Lu Luxiu raised his head and looked firmly at somewhere high above.
— — —
"We meet again. Inspector Ray Mingkai, yes, and our cute little cat. "
He did not expect that the person who responded to Ray Mingkai's call for support would be the MACROSS Windchime.
Naturally, it was Hudson and the others who came to greet Ray Mingkai.
"I'm not a little cat! You old man! "
Although they were acquaintances, when it touched the taboo, the White Cat State Zero unceremoniously changed back into the form of a snow-white lion and roared at Hudson.
"Hahaha! You're still full of energy! Your Excellency State Zero. I was rude. "
Hudson laughed and easily deflected State Zero's threat.
"Captain Hudson, I'm sorry. I remember that your mission shouldn't be in this part of the universe. "
Although Ray Mingkai felt relieved that Hudson and the Windchime were here, he was also a little confused.
Unexpectedly, Hudson sighed.
"We were chasing a criminal. Unfortunately, he escaped. That was another matter altogether. Now, why don't I introduce your new friend to you? I believe that in the near future, we will become comrades! "
As Hudson spoke, he looked at Ziliku and Titania who were guarding the coffin, as well as Barnilla and his family who were surrounding Ziliku and Titania.
After the arrival of the MACROSS Windchime, Ziliku and Titania's departure was a foregone conclusion.
No matter how Barnilla and Cocina tried to persuade them, the result was the same and could not be changed. However, after Goth Dad looked at Lei Mingkai silently, he reached out and patted Lei Mingkai's back.
"From the beginning, I felt that you were not simple. But this is good too, I believe that you have the ability to free Ziliku from that damned fate. "
"Yes, I will do it. This, I promise you in the name of the Queen's Knight's Protector! "
It was rare for Ray Mingkai to make a promise in the name of the Knight's Protector for the first time.
"The Queen's Protector Knight?"
Goth Dad looked up thoughtfully at the MACROSS Windchime hovering in the sky above Golfe City and nodded his head silently.
Ever since this huge warship appeared in the sky without any warning, the clamor around Gulfi City stopped.
Such a change made Goth Dad come up with some guesses, but at the same time, he was relieved.
To be able to do this, he believed that they could free Ziliku from that endless fate!
"Captain. It's time to return. "
After Feng Ling 'er's image appeared from the holographic projection, it was time for the MACROSS to depart.
"Goodbye, Ziliku! Take care of your body! "
After Barnilla's family said their goodbyes, the transport ship carrying Ray Mingkai, Ziliku, Titania, and the coffin slowly lifted off and returned to the MACROSS Windchime.
Later, under Hudson's lead, Ray Mingkai, Ziliku, and Titania came to the bridge.
"Sir Ziliku, please be at ease! We will take good care of the coffin and Lady Fiana's body. "
Adjusting his hat, Hudson made a promise to Ziliku before looking at Ray Mingkai.
"Captain. Don't mind me. On this warship, you are the commander. "Ray Mingkai shook his head, indicating that he would not give orders to this warship.
"Hahahaha! Thank you! Sir Inspector. Then, MACROSS Windchime, set sail! After leaving the atmosphere, start the hyperspace transition program. Target! City of Stars! "
"Order confirmed! MACROSS Windchime, set sail! "
A few hours later, the MACROSS Windchime successfully entered the hyperspace route.
Lei Mingkai felt the familiar pressure that was unique to traveling through the hyperspace route. He turned around and looked at Tsirigu and Titania sitting next to him.
"Ziliku, Titania, do you feel any discomfort there? It is said that some people will feel discomfort when entering the hyperspace route for the first time. "
Ziliku shook his head slightly, only turning his head to look at the silent Titania.
At this moment, although Titania did not look any different on the surface, in reality, the number of artificial organs in her body that were on the verge of death due to the rapid deterioration of the artificial blood was increasing.
"Warning! This lady's body is about to enter a state of death! She must be treated immediately! "
Suddenly, Feng Ling 'er who was focused on controlling the Windchime to enter the hyperspace transition suddenly turned her head to look at Titania and issued a warning.
"Hmm? Start the treatment immediately! Feng Ling 'er, you have already prepared the treatment plan? "
"Yes! We can start the treatment now! "
"Let's begin!"
Although Titania's near-death situation could be considered a sudden situation, it was within Ray Mingkai's expectations.
Before boarding the MACROSS Windchime, Ray Mingkai had always been worried that Titania would suddenly die due to the deterioration of the artificial blood. But now, this worry was no longer a worry.
Ziliku who stood up from his seat silently watched a bunch of medical robots move Titania in an orderly manner under Feng Ling 'er's command, and send her to the infirmary.
"Cold-faced man over there, there is no need to worry. This lady is only in a state of death because she used inferior artificial blood. As long as the artificial blood is changed in time and the latest organs are replaced, she will be out of danger. "
While sending Titania out of the bridge, Feng Ling 'er looked Ziliku up and down, this cold-faced man who had not spoken a single word from start to finish.
"Thank you!"
In a rare moment, Ziliku opened his mouth to thank everyone. Then, he turned around and left the bridge, following behind the medical robot.
"Tsk tsk. Looks like Sir Inspector has recruited a man who is not good with words this time! "
"Indeed. But he is worthy of our trust. "
Ray Mingkai's words made Hudson nod his head in agreement.
After going through life and death on the battlefield for so many years, Hudson could naturally tell who was a trustworthy comrade.
"But then again, congratulations to Sir Inspector for obtaining a perfect success on your first mission."
Ray Mingkai shook his head slightly in response to Hudson's congratulations.
"It can't be considered a success. Although the item has been found, there are still some doubts that have not been resolved. "
"Oh? There's such a thing? "
"Yes. The appearance of the fragment is very strange. Especially at the end, there was a sudden reaction that made me even more concerned. I'm afraid that I will only be able to get an answer when we return to the City of Stars. "
Seeing Ray Mingkai's doubtful gaze, Hudson nodded his head in agreement.
Although he was already the captain of the MACROSS Windchime, and had been in this universe for a very long time, there were still many secrets that he did not know about hidden in the starry sky.
After this, they did not speak on the way back.
On the way back to the City of Stars, Ray Mingkai did not see Ziligu appear in any place other than the treatment room or the storage room where the coffin was placed.
Even his daily meals were delivered by robots.
This man with a cold face but a warm heart was probably unable to let go of these two women who had affected his whole life.
Fortunately, Ziligu's wait was not in vain.
Half an hour before the end of the hyperspace transition, Titania's treatment finally came to an end.
Although Titania had already woken up and could move about, there were still more important surgeries that had to wait until she reached the City of Stars before they could begin.
"Thank you."
Moving her limbs, Titania felt her originally sluggish but now incomparably light body, and sincerely thanked Ray Mingkai and Feng Ling 'er.
"Hehe! There's no need to thank me. This is a rescue between comrades. " Feng Ling 'er giggled, not taking the matter of her snatching Titania from the hands of the Grim Reaper seriously.
"Is that so? Comrades. "Titania muttered to herself, before sincerely thanking again.
"Thank you! Ray Mingkai. "
"No. This is something you decide on your own. If you didn't believe me, I'm afraid you wouldn't be standing here right now. "
Ray Mingkai waved his hand, and like Feng Ling 'er, did not take it seriously.
Titania nodded slightly, looking at the man who had been standing silently by her side from start to finish, Ziligu.
"Ziligu. I'm afraid my matter has already been settled. Then, what about Fiana? "
Hearing that, Ziligu raised his head slightly, looking at Ray Mingkai.
"Eh? Fiana? If it's her, she needs to return to the City of Stars to be settled. "
Ray Mingkai secretly sighed.
Why did he have to say something he clearly knew? Could it be that Ziligu also had moments of hesitation?
"So that's how it is." Titania shifted her gaze, looking at Feng Ling 'er. She remembered that when she was about to die, it was this little girl who had immediately noticed something was wrong with her.
"I'm Feng Ling 'er. Hello! Titania. Is there anything I can help you with? "
Seeing Titania's gaze, Feng Ling 'er immediately introduced herself.
"Hello, Feng Ling 'er! Can you take me to see Fiana? "
"Okay!"
Just like that, Titania's seemingly incomparably thorny problem was easily mostly resolved under Feng Ling 'er's operation. Next, as long as they reached the City of Stars, Titania's problem with her body would probably vanish like smoke, and would no longer be a problem for her survival.
What remained was the problem of how to arrange Ziligu and Titania.
In fact, Ray Mingkai already had a preliminary plan for Ziligu and Titania's arrangement.
For example, Ziligu could become the instructor of the Queen's Personal Knight Regiment, and Titania could become the assistant instructor, assisting Ziligu in his training.
Although this arrangement was somewhat abrupt for Ziligu and Titania, it was believed that these two would not have too many objections.
After all, in this Lu Luxiu's world, no one knew of the existence of Ziligu Chubi and Titania.
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