Honkai Impact 3rd: I picked up a Seele at the start of the game.

Chapter 88 Memories of the Past

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Seele scrolled through the fireworks videos recorded on her phone. Surprisingly, his photography skills weren't too bad. He captured the most beautiful aspects of the fireworks on the small screen, which was completely different from the boy her friends said couldn't take pictures.

I enjoyed the view for a while, but I didn't really want to post it on WeChat Moments. It felt like something was missing... Oh right, it was missing "people".

So, do you want to take a selfie now, or ask him to take one for you?

No need.

He had already taken many photos of Seele, but they were all stored on his phone. Most were photos of Seele playing with a fairy wand; if he had to specify the exact content, it would include, but is not limited to:

Seele watched others play curiously. She skipped and hopped to the "self-service fireworks machine" to get fireworks. She carefully lit the sparklers, from one to two and then to a whole bunch.

The brilliant firelight illuminated her tender face, and her eyes overflowed with curiosity and joy, making people both laugh and feel affection.

So, the goal of happiness has been achieved. Let these scenes that belonged only to the two of you remain in each other's memories.

Xi'er put away her phone and turned to look at Yun Fuyu: "Should we attend the final banquet?"

Yun Fuyu: "Has Xier had enough fun?"

"Well……"

I guess I've had enough fun, right? After participating in the fireworks display, I'm feeling a bit mentally exhausted.

But I always feel like something's missing.

It lacks that "crackling" feeling.

Although every moment spent together felt like a gentle electric current coursing through her body, a tingling sensation, during the recent social gatherings, she longed for a powerful, pulsating current... or rather, it wasn't just her; everyone felt the same way.

Seeing through Xi'er's expression, Yun Fuyu put his hand on Xi'er's shoulder and said, "Let's go then, let's go to the banquet—to be honest, I've never been to one of these before."

Seele asked curiously, "Do we need to go back and change our clothes?"

I heard that many girls went in formal dresses, and most of the men were also dressed smartly and formally.

Yun Fuyu initially wanted to answer "anything is fine," but then a thought struck her, and she nodded in affirmation of Xier's question.

He added, "As long as it's not outrageous, don't worry too much. Seele looks beautiful with just a little dressing up, so don't put too much pressure on the other girls!"

Seele's eyes curved into crescents, and she quickly composed herself, realizing she had lost her composure, but her smile was still so beautiful.

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When they went outside again, a look of amazement flashed across their eyes.

Seele still applied a little makeup, after all, she was pretending to be young, still on the dividing line between a girl and a loli, and her appearance without makeup could only be described as pitiful.

There's no need to bother with eyebrow shaping, but eyelashes do need some grooming. Slightly darker eyeliner makes the girl's eyes brighter and more prominent; when she looks at you, it's as if her eyes can speak volumes.

A little foundation is also needed as a base for blush. With just these two things, the originally pretty little girl's style changed dramatically, transforming her into a breathtakingly beautiful young woman.

Besides, I don't know if it's just my imagination, but she seems to have grown a little taller? ...

Yun Fuyu observed carefully and realized that Xi'er had secretly created a body that was two centimeters taller than before, and her thick-soled white shoes had also become two centimeters taller out of thin air. There were probably height-increasing insoles in the shoes...

In this way, although it still can't compare to the original body (that is, the height at which you can rest your chin on the other person's shoulder), it at least makes up for some of the gap.

Anyway, I can still grow taller! (I guess I'm just referring to height?)

As for Yun Fuyu... it's too long to read, I've already mentioned it, so I won't go into details here. The subtle adjustments to his appearance brought about by various powers, coupled with his special relationship with Seele, made him extremely dazzling in Seele's eyes, at least today.

He extended his hand and chuckled softly, "Let's go, my dear Seele?"

She chuckled: "Why are you calling me 'little sister' at this time?"

He said, "Because I don't have the proper status to invite you to the banquet."

"..."

That’s what it means.

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Kevin still remembers what the last time he attended a banquet like this was like.

At that time, he had just joined the Firemoth. Although the Honkai disaster had already caused enormous casualties and losses, people were still full of confidence, believing that the so-called Herrschers were no match for the creations that represented the pinnacle of civilization, and that they would eventually defeat the Honkai. (Note: Honkai Fission Bullet)

In this atmosphere, even though Kevin had just personally experienced the Third Great Collapse, he was not afraid or panicked, but relaxed and attended the banquet to welcome the newcomers.

Dressed in a suit and tuxedo, he looked around somewhat nervously. The high school student, still a student, was fascinated by the lavish setting when suddenly someone bumped into him. Luckily, Kevin reacted quickly, catching the falling wine glass—and the sparkling water inside. Many of the attendees were still minors.

The person who bumped into him was a pretty pink-haired girl dressed in a maid outfit. She patted her chest in relief, apologized, and repeatedly praised Kevin's agility.

"..."

I can't quite remember what came after that.

But I can always recall that back then he was a sunny and cheerful boy, full of witty remarks that could make Alicia happy, yet he was shy and awkward in front of Mei, unable to say anything.

I can always recall that back then, we weren't too busy, and we had plenty of time to chat, laugh, and play.

Ugh.

I wonder if there will ever be a chance to go back to that time in the past.

It's not about traveling through time in the literal sense, but rather a change in mindset.

Kevin stood somewhat bored behind May, holding a glass of champagne that was half full, the same color as the sparkling water from years ago.

Mei turned around, gently clinked glasses with him, and asked in a tender voice, "Kevin, is something on your mind?"

The eyes are the windows to the soul, and they gaze into each other's eyes.

After a moment, Kevin looked away and said, "It's nothing, I was just thinking about the past and it made me a little sentimental."

Mei smiled slightly: "Are you thinking about Alicia? Come to think of it, even I haven't seen her in a long time."

Kevin knew this was a potentially disastrous question, and he also knew that May was so intelligent that she had probably guessed what he had just been thinking, so he asked the question half-jokingly.

He shook his head and didn't reply.

Mei stopped teasing him and continued chatting and laughing with the people who kept coming to toast her. Her confident smile and firm tone provided a boost of confidence to everyone she spoke with, encouraging them to continue their fight against the endless collapse.

This is her duty as a leader, a responsibility she cannot shirk.

Kevin stayed close behind her, never leaving her side, without uttering a word.

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