In Honkai Star Rail With A Dating System-Chapter 288 - 287: Something’s Off About You

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The Vow Spear danced with unwavering precision. Whenever turquoise vines approached, Bochang swiftly severed them, his body ablaze with both turquoise and crimson flames, shining as brightly as the sun itself. It was akin to installing a high-powered light bulb within the darkness of the coffin, illuminating even the deepest shadows.

Phantylia, still groggy from being awakened again, used the strength borrowed from Bochang to perceive their surroundings and remarked, "This... What kind of monstrous entity have you provoked?"

"You don't know?" Bochang responded, slightly disappointed.

Phantylia shook her head.

"The universe is vast; how could I possibly know everything? Besides... why should I provide explanations for you? Are we that familiar?" she questioned.

"I suggest you behave yourself; otherwise, I won't hesitate to use Eyes of Charm on you again," Bochang warned menacingly.

Although Phantylia didn't know what "Eyes of Charm" meant, she could vaguely guess it referred to that unsettling ability that made her involuntarily scream all night—a perverse power unlike anything she had ever experienced before.

Recalling those extraordinary sensations, Phantylia's emotions stirred.

"You... shameless, depraved..."

"Thank you for the compliment."

As Bochang spoke, he focused his energy to channel Phantylia's power and enhance himself. Dual-colored flames burst forth from the spear tip.

The turquoise vine was now unable to advance further.

With Naked Truth combined with Phantylia's abilities, Bochang had fully revealed his trump cards and could now effectively counter their opponent.

Facing the monstrous entity within the coffin, he no longer lacked the strength for battle.

"That is... Emanator's power, Phantylia? Wait, you can't be an Emanator, nor truly Phantylia. Could it be... you've sealed Phantylia within your body?"

"Wonderful, absolutely splendid! It seems Luocha has indeed gifted me a grand surprise." The raspy voice echoed inside the coffin.

"Did you hear that, Phantylia?" Bochang said. "We're now like grasshoppers tied to the same string."

"Don't you have a teleportation ring?"

Earlier, Bochang had visited Jarilo VI.

Since Bailu was present upon his return, only one energy slot was consumed.

With one slot initially available and another replenished this morning, Bochang now had two energy slots at his disposal.

Unfortunately...

He didn't have time to use the teleportation ring just now.

Instead, employing his One-Second Strip skill, Bochang found himself completely naked.

However, with his strength further enhanced,

Bochang indeed had ample opportunity to use the teleportation ring.

But...

He didn't want to depart stark naked.

"I advise you to flee quickly, for this entity... Even at my peak, I fear I might not be a match for it, let alone now when you've been drawn into its domain where it excels. We don't know what other trump cards it may still possess..."

"It's possible...that it hasn't even unleashed its full power yet," Phantylia urged.

Bochang's earlier assessment was accurate; they were truly bound together like grasshoppers on the same string.

Now, Bochang and Phantylia were like grasshoppers tied to the same rope.

After all...

If captured by Bochang, he would merely imprison Phantylia and extract her power. By enduring this burden for some time, once Bochang passed away naturally, Phantylia could completely free herself. In fact, she might not even need to wait that long; if she regained enough strength, she could potentially break through the seal on her own.

But falling into the grasp of those turquoise vines...

The outcome would be uncertain and likely unfavorable.

"Hmm... You're right, but before we leave, I must deliver one last parting gift to Luocha. Otherwise...I won't be able to swallow this indignity."

The burning tip of his spear swept through the air.

Bochang asked, "Phantylia, can you still use that meteor-summoning ability?"

"It requires immense energy, and even if I attempt it, its power may not be as strong as you imagine. The previous battles have left me significantly weakened."

"As long as you can use it, that's sufficient."

Bochang disregarded the concerns.

With a hint of resignation, Phantylia explained, "That move is called Lunar Eclipse, and it's quite challenging to execute... You must briefly relinquish control of your body to me; otherwise... I won't be able to use it."

"That's fine," Bochang responded generously.

Time was pressing, with a formidable enemy right before them. Bochang trusted that Phantylia wouldn't dare cause any mischief.

He slightly loosened his grip on the Great Array.

Instantly, Phantylia took control of Bochang's body. Although she could manipulate his movements, she had limited access to the power within him and his various items.

The sensation of someone else controlling one's body felt somewhat peculiar.

"Bochang" raised a hand and softly commanded, "Lunar Eclipse."

A massive, gleaming meteorite tore through the sky, plummeting rapidly towards the ground.

Upon witnessing this, the turquoise vine swiftly extended its tendrils to resist, inadvertently easing much of the pressure on Bochang.

"You never used to announce your moves before..." Bochang couldn't help but internally grumble.

Phantylia replied, "Announcing the move name is purely because my current state is weakened... It helps increase the chances of success even slightly."

"Is there such a thing?"

"My knowledge is limited."

With that, Phantylia relinquished control back to Bochang.

There was no other choice...

If Phantylia continued controlling Bochang's body, it was highly likely they would be captured by the turquoise vines and forced into various compromising positions.

"Speaking of which... why didn't you use Eyes of Charm against Him?"

"I wish I could have... but without eyes, what can I do..."

Bochang once again swung the Vow Spear.

To successfully employ Eyes of Charm, direct eye contact is essential.

In the previous spiritual realm encounter, Phantylia had glimpsed a faintly visible face.

However, with this current enemy,

there were no discernible eyes, rendering Eyes of Charm ineffective.

Phantylia suddenly realized:

"Oh... so that's how it works! Benefactor, now I understand; next time, I'll close my eyes."

"Don't mimic Tingyun's speech, and remember... just because your eyes are closed doesn't mean I can't deal with you," Bochang sneered internally. "Believe me or not, I could still impregnate you instantly."

Bochang shed his outer garments, harnessing Phantylia's power to greatly enhance his abilities. Now fully capable of matching the enemy's speed and even leaving room for escape, Bochang remained composed, with time to casually converse with Lord Ravager.

Phantylia slowly typed out a question mark, momentarily unsure if the issue lay with herself or Bochang.

For a moment, she was speechless.

"You might be disappointed, as beings like me, pure energy forms, cannot reproduce... To create a new generation would require exceptionally unique methods."

"My apologies, but I possess a special ability called Forced Conception. Regardless of your fertility, once I decide you shall conceive, it will happen without fail. Phantylia, if you're interested, we can give it a try."

Bochang's words left Lord Ravager silent, seemingly digesting the immense implications contained within them.

Time flowed swiftly like a fleeting white horse, and circumstances changed rapidly like shifting clouds. After a brief moment...

With solemnity, Phantylia replied, "Please, let me experience this."

Now it was Bochang's turn to type a question mark.

"Something's not right with you."