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He didn't want anything to go wrong during the fusion process, turning him into a half-baked Herrscher, or worse, being devoured by the core's power and becoming a monster that only knew how to destroy.
We must find a completely safe place where we won't be disturbed.
Zhou Ye's gaze inadvertently swept across the classroom window.
In the present world, this is not the case. If there is even a slight energy fluctuation, various mystical forces will rush over like dogs smelling meat.
He needs a place that can completely isolate him from external interference and withstand the energy loss that may occur during core fusion.
Perhaps, we could use the power of the Herrscher of the Void fragments to create a temporary subspace?
The thought flashed across my mind.
Given his current level of control over the power of the Herrscher of the Void fragments, it is not impossible for him to construct a stable and sufficiently secretive subspace.
However, it will consume a lot of energy and the duration of its effect may be limited.
Looks like I'll have to find a chance to try it out after school.
Kasumigaoka Utaha's voice interrupted his thoughts.
"Zhou Jun, what are you thinking about?"
Her tone was somewhat teasing.
"Are you planning where to take your two new classmates on a date tonight?"
Upon hearing this, the girls who hadn't yet dispersed immediately perked up their ears, their eyes gleaming with gossip.
Zhou Ye glanced at her.
"I'm wondering when you'll be able to update your novel."
His answer surprised Kasumigaoka Utaha.
Kasumigaoka Utaha paused for a moment, then a smug smile appeared on her lips.
"Oh? Mr. Zhou is actually interested in my novel?"
"I thought you were only interested in pretty girls in real life."
Her gaze swept meaningfully over Nami and Saeko Busujima.
Nami returned a polite smile.
Saeko Busujima remained focused on the book in her hands, as if everything outside was irrelevant to her.
Zhou Ye didn't take it to heart.
"After all, you promised to write a wonderful campus romance comedy based on me."
"Of course I'm looking forward to seeing what kind of chosen male protagonist I'll be in your writing."
Upon hearing this, Kasumigaoka Utaha blushed almost imperceptibly, but quickly regained her composure.
"Hmph, then Zhou Jun will have to perform well."
"The more compelling the material, the more my novels will sell."
She paused, then added, "However, whether it ends happily or not depends on your performance, Zhou Jun."
There was a subtle, almost imperceptible hint in those words.
Zhou Ye smiled but didn't reply.
He knew Kasumigaoka Utaha's personality; she liked to have the upper hand in conversations.
For him, this level of confrontation was nothing more than a daily diversion.
The lunch break passed quickly.
The school bell rang again, and the noise in the classroom gradually subsided.
Zhou Ye refocused his attention on the textbook.
But his thoughts had already drifted to the upcoming core fusion.
That would be a huge leap in his strength.
It was also the crucial step that allowed him to truly gain a foothold in this world teeming with gods and demons.
Chapter 87 Evolution into a Herrscher
The end of today's lessons heralds the approach of another ceremony.
Zhou Ye did not linger on campus for long.
He led Saeko Busujima and Nami straight to the school gate.
A taxi happened to arrive, and the three of them quickly got in and drove towards Zhou Ye's house.
The atmosphere inside the car was somewhat quiet.
Nami watched the street scene rushing past the window, her orange hair fluttering slightly in the air conditioning.
Saeko Busujima closed her eyes to rest, her samurai sword sheath lying across her lap, as if isolated from the outside world.
Zhou Ye silently planned out the next steps in his mind.
Returning home, the familiar furnishings made him feel somewhat relaxed.
Shizuka Marikawa, dressed in casual home clothes, was sprawled on the sofa watching a boring midday drama, while Rika Minami was efficiently wiping her sidearm beside her. Jill, meanwhile, was browsing power armor and anime on her laptop.
"I am back."
Zhou Ye's voice broke the silence of the living room.
Shizuka Marikawa immediately sprang up from the sofa, a lazy smile on her face.
"My lord, school ended right on time today."
Nanri Xiang also stopped what she was doing and nodded to him.
Zhou Ye casually put his schoolbag down.
"Everyone, I need to leave for a while."
His tone was calm, yet carried an undeniable air of authority.
Nami's eyebrows were slightly raised.
"Boss, are you planning to start cultivating?"
She remembered the terminology Zhou Ye used very well.
Zhou Ye nodded.
"Yes"
He looked at the crowd.
"I do not wish to be disturbed in any way while I am away."
Saeko Busujima opened her eyes, a sharp glint in them.
"Rest assured, my lord, we will take care of the safety of the manor."
Nami replied.
"Boss, how long exactly is 'a period of time'? We need a rough estimate so we can respond accordingly."
She always takes all uncertainties into account.
Zhou Ye hesitated for a moment.
"If all goes well, it will take half a day. If something goes wrong, it could take longer."
he added.
"You should prepare for the worst, but there's no need to worry excessively."
Shizuka Marikawa blinked and asked curiously.
"That sounds really impressive. Boss, is it dangerous?"
Her tone carried a natural concern.
Zhou Ye smiled.
"The acquisition of any power comes at a price. Shizuka, you and Kaori, Saeko, Nami, and Gilgamesh, please look after each other during this time."
Nanri Kaori put away the cleaned pistol.
"What if Rias and Sona's people at Kuoh Academy make any moves?"
Zhou Ye's expression remained unchanged.
"They are most likely still observing. You should make your own judgment, with your own safety as the top priority."
Nami nodded gently.
"Understood. We'll handle it. Boss, you just focus on your cultivation and transformation."
Having finished explaining, Zhou Ye didn't linger.
He walked alone to the empty room in his house that he usually used as a storage room.
He made some simple modifications to the place, enough to keep out most prying eyes.
Zhou Ye stood in the center of the room and extended his right hand.
The power of the [Fragment of the Herrscher of the Void] gathered in his palm.
The space began to distort slightly, emitting a faint hum.
A dark blue crack appeared out of nowhere, slowly expanding to form an unstable oval portal.
On the other side of the portal lay deep darkness, with starlight faintly visible.
With my current power as a fragment of the Herrscher of the Void, directly opening and stabilizing a portal to the moon in imaginary space is still somewhat beyond my capabilities.
But that's enough.
Without the slightest hesitation, he stepped into that deep blue expanse.
The next moment, Zhou Ye's figure appeared on a desolate, gray earth.