Honkai Impact: I, The Herrscher of Ice, Am Loved By Players-Chapter 214: Captains’ Growth: Prelude to Documentary ’The Golden Courtyard’

Chapter 214 - 214: Captains' Growth: Prelude to Documentary 'The Golden Courtyard'

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"This anniversary celebration... seems unusually quiet."

After watching the version preview, Brother Cake slowly remarked in his live stream. Streaming and discussing the upcoming game updates had become somewhat of a tradition among content creators. Many Genshin Impact streamers also took advantage of these previews to engage with their audience, adding variety to their streams.

Of course, Brother Cake wasn't concerned about filling airtime, so he didn't specifically host any giveaway events. Instead, he simply watched as a viewer. Naturally, due to being one of the first to provide secondary commentary on such streams, his chatroom attracted many viewers. Those still tuning in at this hour were not only die-hard fans but also seasoned old captains.

"It's true; even the character voice actor greetings are gone. Woe is us!"

"The rewards aren't bad though..."

"Probably conflicting with the previous concert schedule, understandable."

"And they barely mentioned anything new, just some noodle anime thing..."

"I guess Ellie's update already covered all the possible giveaways," said Brother Cake with a hint of resignation in his smile. As a heavy spender, he didn't particularly care about these benefits. Moreover, the previous update had indeed been exceptionally generous, surpassing even past anniversary events.

Essentially, with every Ellie summon, players received the initial S-rank Corruption Ana for free. One could only say that Old Mi had indeed changed their ways at least in the previous update.

Although this character was incredibly unforgiving to new players, it didn't diminish the fact that Corruption Ana deserved high praise as a genuinely powerful unit.

Looking back, it seems Ana's armor has consistently excelled in support capabilities. It felt like drawing any Ana armor would never be a loss, and they maintained relevance over time without becoming quickly outdated.

Even now, one can occasionally spot Snow Grace in both Abyss battles and competitive arenas, albeit rarely.

As a veteran character, although she hasn't yet experienced a resurgence in the Elysian Realm, her continued presence on the battlefield is noteworthy, much like Phantom Armor. This longevity is truly commendable. frёewebηovel.cѳm

In fact, her usage rate surpasses even that of Phantom Armor.

"Honkai Impact 3 surviving till now is quite impressive," Brother Cake remarked while stretching lazily. Indeed, a chance encounter sparked his journey as a Honkai Impact 3 content creator, and here he was, six years later.

After six years, he was no longer young and had even reached the stage of considering marriage. Hmm, his partner turned out to be the artist he met earlier; her family was quite wealthy, making them well-matched both financially and by shared interests.

As for their careers... Their backgrounds allowed them the flexibility to stream and pursue art without issue.

"In a few days, it's about time I introduce you all to your future sister-in-law. You might actually recognize her from being long-time fans."

Brother Cake's lips curved upwards as he spoke.

"Familiar person... Could it be..."

"Wow, 666, didn't see that coming! Congrats, Brother Cake, reaching this milestone!"

"Tch, if they're equally matched financially, sounds like a good match indeed. Here's my wedding gift, Brother Cake!"

Instantly, donations flooded the live stream, which was quite rare for Brother Cake's channel. Typically, he was known as a generous giver, always hosting giveaways with very few gifts received in return.

However, within just a few minutes, the donation flow neared one million yuan.

In truth, among Brother Cake's viewers were several affluent individuals. With over a million subscribers, most other streamers with such fan bases would be raking in substantial earnings. Yet, Brother Cake only had a handful of supporters contributing regularly.

"Thank you all so much, but there's no need for this. My pocket money is sufficient already. Let me organize another giveaway for everyone soon!"

[Lemme tell ya, don't be like that. If you do, Brother Cake, it'd feel like treating us as outsiders!]

[Y1S1, if not possible, at least reserve a table for your bros during the wedding, let us witness it too!]

"Hmm, arranging a separate table might be somewhat tricky."

Brother Cake seemed genuinely torn. It wasn't a matter of willingness; primarily, it was due to family expectations. Just allowing him to become a public figure and stream was quite lenient on their part.

Don't be deceived by his seemingly glamorous online presence; being a streamer can easily crumble under scrutiny if targeted.

"However, when the time comes, I could arrange an offline meet-up with fans. I'll book a venue and cover travel expenses for those who can make it."

Brother Cake's proposal was heartfelt, reflecting his genuine nature rather than mere jesting.

[Great! Count me in then!]

[Let's tally up in the fan group!]

[Yup, let's not burden Brother Cake too much. He's always been generous with giveaways anyway.]

[Ah, watching Brother Cake feels like nurturing someone; it's akin to Kiana and Mei finally achieving their happily ever after.]

[Ha ha ha, what a brilliant analogy! Count me in!]

The atmosphere in the stream was warm and convivial. Although Honkai Impact 3's sixth anniversary didn't bring much fanfare, it didn't hinder the Captains from reminiscing about past memories.

Indeed, Honkai Impact 3 had been with them for six years now. Over this span of time, many young boys and girls had grown into adults, some even starting families and assuming adult responsibilities.

However, the bond as Captains remained unbroken. To these fans, Honkai Impact 3 was more than just a game. Despite occasional criticism and complaints, they genuinely hoped for its improvement—like tough love towards something cherished but flawed.

On this sixth-anniversary milestone, the Captains temporarily set aside Honkai Impact 3's shortcomings and united to send their well-wishes.

To celebrate, Brother Cake casually sent out a live chat red envelope, instantly flooding the stream with messages of goodwill. Though not an official broadcast, each bullet comment made him feel connected to the people behind those names.

In a sense, Honkai Impact 3 represented not just his youth but also that of many others. Consequently, its first part's conclusion marked the end of some Captains' youthful journey. As for the new protagonist in the upcoming second Chapter, many Captains were already expressing their disapproval.

Honkai Impact 3 indeed showed great courage and deserved celebration.

However, with this new direction, numerous Captains would inevitably choose to depart, returning to their daily lives, as dreams must eventually awaken.

Of course, there were also those who couldn't accept it outright. To put it bluntly, they felt compelled to criticize; such resistance was understandable. After all, everything familiar was being shattered, including beloved characters who...

At present, though, most Captains hadn't delved too deeply into these thoughts. The signs of the second Chapter had yet to emerge. Their focus now lay on future gacha draws and plot developments.

For the conclusion of Honkai Impact 3, Captains hoped fervently for a satisfying ending.

Unfortunately, what they didn't realize was that although this stream featured only one short anime segment, it held significant importance. Yes, this anime showcased performances by various characters from the Elysian Realm.

Although not much time has passed in the real world, as a realm of consciousness and memories, the Elysian Realm can effortlessly accelerate its progression. Moreover, with Ana, a genuine deity present, its evolution speed is remarkably swift.

Even within this Garden of Eden, Ana has already created virtual world bubbles. Despite being just simulations, even Mobius can achieve her Infinite here. Although these are not the original Imaginary Trees, due to Ana's influence, they bear striking similarities at their core.

Essentially, it's akin to a downsized version, similar to the difference between low-tier and high-tier representations of chaos.

Ana also transformed the original Eternal Paradise into a complete virtual world, incorporating virtual memory fragments. In essence, with merely a conscious entity, Ana replicated Sa's operations before ascending to godhood.

Naturally, this progress owes much to top scientists like Mobius and Vill-V. To aid in constructing the world framework, Vill-V even specialized a new thought scientist.

Thus, the current Eternal Paradise stands as a condensed yet fully realized world.

However, calling it merely a downsized version isn't entirely accurate. In a sense, the infrastructure of the former Elysian Realm now serves as just a facade for the current Garden of Eden.

Fundamentally, this world has transcended the original Elysian Realm; one could only say that the old Garden's facilities act as an Anchor Point for this new reality.

As a realm of consciousness and memories, this world remains inherently connected to Ana's Divine Self, although naturally, the Divine Self would not interfere with its workings.

The radiant morning light filtered through white sheer curtains, illuminating the room and casting its glow onto the bed. This was a bedroom within the small mansion known as the Golden Courtyard, decorated with a girlish pink theme, exuding an exceptionally charming ambiance.

Sunlight gently kissed the face of the sleeping girl on the bed.

Two individuals lay asleep, facing each other, their hands intertwined beneath the covers. After an indeterminate amount of time, the beautiful girl with pink hair slowly opened her eyes.

Gazing at the serene, breathtakingly lovely visage of the brunette beside her, a playful expression appeared on the pink-haired girl's delicate features.

Quietly, she leaned closer, and then...

"Hmm... What?" The brunette girl blinked open her hazy, pale pink eyes, equally stunning yet now displaying a pleading look for mercy.

"E-Ellie... Don't... It tickles..."

Ever since their "intimate exchange," Ellie seemed to have unlocked some special ability. To Ana, it felt like dealing with a ravenous wolf or ferocious tiger!

She truly couldn't bear it much longer and, out of desperation, sought help from Divine Self. Omniscience had indeed given her a temporary advantage, but Ellie, completely disregarding fair play, quickly learned all her tricks.

From that point on, Ana found herself completely at Ellie's mercy, only occasionally managing to seize opportunities for playful retaliation.

Fortunately, as one of the gods within this Elysian Realm, she could perceive certain situations—such as discerning whether Ellie was feigning sleep or genuinely asleep. Without this ability, she truly would have been unable to escape those relentless claws.

However, Ellie had a strong penchant for revenge; every time Ana played a prank, Ellie would seek multiple chances to return the favor.

Initially, Ana believed Ellie, being an elf, was pure and beautiful. But after living with her, it became clear...this girl was unmistakably a succubus!

Mobius, the false succubus, while Elysia, the true succubus!

One could say, if Mobius were indeed a real succubus, she'd likely starve to death or entirely rely on Elysia's support. She is just too ineffectual.

"Heh heh, Ana is so sensitive..."

In the early morning, the room filled with the citrusy fragrance typical of young girls.

After their playful antics, Ellie would gently lead the slightly unsteady Ana to take a bath. If Ana couldn't stand steadily, Ellie would carry her, inevitably leading to more bathroom games.

Only after these intimate moments did their day truly begin.

Why does their day start so late? It's quite simple: In this world, Elysia is a virtual streamer. Additionally, it's worth mentioning that there's a chance to stumble upon Miss Pink Elf's channel in reality, akin to an Easter egg, visible only to the clever ones.

Alright, ultimately, it all depends on Ana's mood.

Despite her repeated defeats, she continues to fight for dominance, driven by an equal possessiveness over Elysia.

As for why such possessiveness exists? Isn't it perfectly normal? Would you willingly share your spouse with others?

Although it seems like a straightforward morning routine, it isn't as easy due to one more task—changing clothes.

To Eden, Ellie serves as her dress-up doll, but likewise, Elysia treats Ana as her own fashion plaything. However, Ana holds the position of Eden's boss.

Indeed, within the Elysian Realm, titles and roles aren't overly significant. Nevertheless, given Ana's understanding and influence in shaping this world, becoming Eden's boss was remarkably effortless without relying on external forces.

Eden has no complaints about this arrangement; rather, she embraces it enthusiastically.

In terms of artistic pursuits, Ana also honed her classical art skills at the House of Schariac, making her a kindred spirit and close friend to Eden. As good friends, they naturally feel comfortable being uninhibited around each other.

As for the roles others played, they mirrored those from the short anime series "Golden Courtyard." However, it's worth noting that "Golden Courtyard" was just a film, essentially their performance in a brief cinematic.

Now, as the owner of Eden and having gained directing experience outside the Elysian Realm, Ana once again took on the role of director for this instant noodle-style series titled "The Golden Courtyard."

In reality, there wasn't much acting required.

Their current life precisely matched what they had hoped for before Honkai's arrival. The only necessity involved memorizing lines from the script and delivering them accordingly.

For the Heroic Spirits, this task proved quite simple.

Despite her confidence, before filming began, Ana specifically gathered everyone together. Due to work commitments and daily routines, the final meeting time was set for the evening.