Under the stairs, Doctor Chisari stared at the figure who stepped onto the stairs leading to the sky.
This is the ladder to heaven known as the "Seven Words Ladder".
There is a legend within the organization about this "Seven Character Ladder".
No matter who you are, as long as you successfully step onto this seven-character ladder, you will surely gain unimaginable power.
However, this is just nonsense.
In fact, the organization only uses this ladder that seems to have a beautiful legend, but is actually guarded by a terrifying killing machine to punish sinners who make mistakes within the organization and even betray the organization.
Now, the "newcomer" Lelouch Lampeluki, who failed in his first mission and stood aside during the process, has become one of the many punished.
only
Doctor Chissari discovered that Lelouch Lamperuki, who killed him with his own hands, had an inexplicable passion for this ladder that had a shocking legend within the organization.
as if
From the very beginning, his goal was to reach this ladder.
Doctor Chisali also noticed a clue about this from the conversation between C.C and Lelouch just now, but does this have something to do with him?
The answer is very clear.
No matter what Lelouch's plan is, for doctor Chisali, this is just an episode in a long research career.
Before, the reason why he spoke to dissuade Lelouch was because he was acquainted with "former Emperor Lelouch".
Now, what he should do has been done, and all that's left is to silently watch the whole thing happen.
"Click!"
A sharp sound of wind arose, and a ray of cold light erupted from the sky above the Seven-Word Staircase, striking down the ladder with the force of a mighty mountain.
"Lelouch!! Be careful!"
c.c couldn't help but remind Lelouch who was stepping onto the third step. But, it was too late.
"boom!"
The huge sword with a width of nearly one meter slashed at the third step without any hindrance.
In the blink of an eye, Lelouch, who was trying hard to step up the stairs, was overwhelmed.
"Lelouch!!"
In panic, c.c subconsciously stepped forward to check, but was unexpectedly blocked by an invisible wall.
At this time, behind the broad sword blade, Lelouch's figure quietly appeared again and stepped onto a new level.
At the same time, c.c could vaguely hear Lelouch talking to himself.
"If we cannot break the shell, our chicks will surely die."
step,
Another step,
Every step Lelouch takes, he will be hit by the giant swords swung by the knight busts on both sides of the stairs. However, this is enough to smash one or even several adults to pieces, but it cannot hurt Lelouch.
.
After each blow, Lelouch would always reach a new level intact, and continue to move towards the top while mumbling something.
"Ten, eleven, twelve, thirteen"
Chisali, the doctor who was watching from the sidelines, finally showed a hint of surprise when he saw Lelouch stepping onto the fourteenth step.
Among the many criminals who were punished by the organization, the one who could stand the most under the sword of these knight busts was only the thirteenth step. Under these thirteen steps, countless innocent souls who died tragic deaths were buried.
"Is there really a savior?"
Suddenly, the doctor Chissari remembered the plan that the dead emperor insisted on.
Heavy,
Incredibly heavy.
With every step he took, it was as if a huge mountain would descend from the void and press on Lelouch's shoulders. Moreover, the sharp wind above his head continued to erode Lelouch's will.
.
As long as Lelouch relaxes even a little bit, the giant sword of the knight's bust will definitely chop it into pieces.
"This is what you call a curse! Right! Lelouch vi Britannia!!"
Lelouch raised his head and looked firmly at somewhere high above.
"We meet again. Inspector Lei Mingkai, um, and our lovely little kitten, Your Excellency."
Unexpectedly, the person who responded to Lei Mingkai's call for support was actually Macross Wind Chime.
Naturally, it was Hudson and others who came to greet Lei Mingkai.
"I'm not a little kitten! You bad old man!"
Although they were acquaintances, when the taboo was touched, the white cat Zero unceremoniously transformed back into the form of a snow-white lion and roared at Hudson.
"Hahaha! As expected, you are still full of energy! Mr. Zero, I am rude."
Hudson laughed and easily blocked Zero's threats.
"Captain Hudson. I remember that your mission should not be in this universe."
Although Lei Mingkai felt relieved that Hudson and Fengchi could appear here, he also had some doubts.
Unexpectedly, Hudson sighed.
"We are chasing a prisoner. It's a pity that he escaped. That's another matter. Now, why not introduce the inspector's new friend. I believe that in the near future, we will also become comrades-in-arms.
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As Hudson spoke, he moved his eyes to look at Qiligu and Titania who were guarding both sides of the coffin, as well as the Banila family who were surrounding Qiligu and saying this.
After the Macross Wind Chimes arrived, Qiligu and Titania's departure became a foregone conclusion.
No matter how much Banila and Cocona tried to persuade him, the result was the same and could not be changed. It was just that Goth Daddy looked at Lei Mingkai silently, then reached out and patted Lei Mingkai on the back.
"I felt that you were not simple from the beginning. But that's fine. I believe you have the ability to free Qiligu from that damn fate."
"Well, I will do it. I promise you this in the name of the Queen's Guardian Knight!"
Rarely, Lei Mingkai made a commitment in the name of the Guardian Knight for the first time.
"Does the Queen protect the knights?"
The Goth father looked up thoughtfully at the Macross Wind Chimes hovering over Gulf City, and then nodded silently.
Ever since this huge battleship appeared from the sky without any warning, the noisy sounds around Gulf City have stopped.
Such changes made Dad Goth feel relieved while he was speculating.
A force that can achieve such an extent, I believe, can also free Qili Gu from his endless fate!
"Captain, it's time to return."
After Feng Ling'er's image appeared from the holographic projection, it was time for Macross to set sail.
"Qiligu, goodbye! Take care of yourself!"
After the Banila family said goodbye, the transport ship carrying Lei Mingkai, Qi Ligu, Titania's group and the coffin slowly took off and returned to the Macross Wind Chime.
Later, led by Hudson, Lei Mingkai, Qiligu and Titania came to the bridge.
"Your Excellency Qiligu, please rest assured! We will take good care of the coffin and Ms. Fiana's body."
After adjusting his hat and making a promise to Qiligu, Hudson looked at Lei Mingkai.
"Captain, don't worry about me. On this battleship, you are the commander." Lei Mingkai shook his head and said that he would not point fingers at this battleship.
"Hahahaha! Thank you! Your Excellency, Inspector. Then, Macross Wind Chime! After leaving the atmosphere, start the time and space jump program. Target! The City of Stars!"
"Command confirmed! macross wind chime number,!"
A few hours later, the Macross Wind Chime successfully entered the hyperspace route.
Feeling the pressure that was gradually familiar to him when traveling through time and space, Lei Mingkai turned around and looked at Qiligu and Titania sitting next to him.
"Qiligu, Titania, do you feel any discomfort when you go there? It is said that some people will feel uncomfortable when they enter the hyperspace route for the first time."
Qili Gu shook his head slightly, but turned his head to look at Titania, who was silent.
At this time, although there was nothing unusual about Titania on the surface, in fact, inside her body, there were more and more artificial organs that were dying due to the rapid deterioration of the artificial blood.
"Warning! This lady's body is about to enter a state of death! Treatment must be carried out immediately!"
Suddenly, Feng Ling'er, who was concentrating on controlling the Wind Chime to make a time jump, suddenly turned back to look at Titania and issued a warning.
"Huh? Start treatment immediately! Feng Ling'er, have you already made a treatment plan?"
"Yes! Treatment can begin now!"
"Let's get started!"
Although Titania's near death could be considered an emergency, it was within Lei Mingkai's expectation.
Before boarding the Macross Wind Chime, Lei Mingkai had been worried that Titania would suddenly die suddenly due to the deterioration of the artificial blood. But now, this worry is no longer a worry.
Qiligu stood up from his seat and watched silently as a bunch of medical robots, under the command of Feng Ling'er, transferred Titania in an orderly manner and transported it to the medical room.
"Don't worry about the cold-faced man over there. This lady is just in a death crisis because of the use of inferior artificial blood. As long as the artificial blood is replaced in time and the latest organs are replaced, she will be out of crisis."
While sending Titania out of the bridge, Feng Ling'er looked up and down at Qiligu, this cold-faced man who had not spoken a word from beginning to end.
"Thanks!"
In a rare move, Qili Gu thanked everyone. Then, he turned and left the bridge, following the medical robot all the way.
"Tsk, tsk. It seems that the Inspector has recruited a man who is not good at words this time!"
"Indeed. But he is trustworthy."
Lei Mingkai's words made Hudson nodded with deep sympathy.
Having been on the battlefield for so many years, Hudson was naturally able to discern who was a trustworthy comrade.
"But having said that, congratulations to the Inspector on your first mission being a complete success."
In response to Hudson's congratulations, Lei Mingkai shook his head slightly.
"It is not considered a success. Although things have been found, some doubts have not yet been solved."
"Oh? Is there such a thing?"
"Yes. The appearance of the fragments is very strange. Especially at the end, a sudden reaction made me even more concerned. I am afraid that I will not be able to answer these questions until I return to the City of Stars."
Looking at Lei Mingkai's doubtful eyes, Hudson nodded with deep sympathy.
Although he is already the captain of the Macross Wind Chime and has been traveling in this universe for a long time, there are still many unknown secrets hidden in the starry sky.
After that, the whole journey was silent.
On his way back to the City of Stars, Lei Mingkai did not see Qili Gu appearing anywhere other than the treatment room and the storage room where the coffin was placed.
Even daily meals are delivered by robots.
This man with a cold face and a warm heart may not be able to let go of these two women who have affected his whole life.
Fortunately, Qiligu's wait was not in vain.
Half an hour before this time jump was about to end, Titania's treatment finally came to an end.
Although Titania has woken up and can move around, there are still more important surgeries that need to wait until she reaches the City of Stars.
"Thanks."
After moving her hands and feet, Titania felt that her body, which was originally sluggish, had now become extremely light, and sincerely thanked Lei Mingkai and Feng Ling'er.
"Hehe! There is no need to thank me. This is a rescue between partners." Feng Ling'er smiled and did not take her snatching Titania from the hands of death seriously.
"Really? Partner." Titania pondered for a moment, but thanked her heartily again.
"Thank you! Lei Mingkai."
"No. This is something you decide for yourself. If you don't believe what I say, I'm afraid you wouldn't be standing here now."
Lei Mingkai waved his hand, and like Feng Ling'er, he didn't take it seriously.
Titania nodded slightly and looked at the man who stood beside her silently from beginning to end, Qili Gu.
"Qili Gu, I'm afraid my matter has been resolved. So, where is Fianna?"
Hearing this, Qili Gu raised his head slightly and looked at Lei Mingkai.
"Uh, Fianna? In her case, she needs to return to the City of Stars to solve the problem."
Lei Mingkai sighed secretly.
Why did he still need to talk about things that he clearly knew? Could it be that Qili Gu also hesitated sometimes?
"That's it." Titania moved her eyes and looked at Feng Ling'er. She remembered that when she fell into death, it was this little girl who immediately realized that something was wrong with her.
"My name is Feng Ling'er. Hello! Titania. How can I help you?"
As soon as she caught Titania's gaze, Feng Ling'er immediately introduced herself.
"Hello Feng Ling'er! Can you take me to see Fianna?"
"OK!"
In this way, most of Titania's seemingly intractable problems were easily solved under Feng Ling'er's operation. Next, as soon as they reach the City of Stars, Titania's physical problems will probably disappear.
The smoke disappeared and it no longer became a problem for Titania's survival.
What remains is how to arrange Qiligu and Titania.
In fact, Lei Mingkai already had preliminary plans in mind for the arrangements between Qiligu and Titania.
For example, Qiligu can become an instructor of the Queen's Guards Knights, and Titania can serve as an assistant instructor to assist Qiligu in training.
Although this arrangement is a bit abrupt for Qiligu and Titania, I believe these two people will not have much objection.
After all, in this Lelouch world, no one knows the existence of the two figures Qili Guchupi and Titania.