Within Herta's Stigmata Space, Herman nodded at Stigmata Herta before turning his gaze toward little Herta 09.
"Let's begin immediately. I'll explain the technical challenges involved in resolving the corrosive effects of Honkai Beasts on living beings. If there's anything you don't understand, raise your hand and I'll clarify it for you."
"Yes, Madam Herta."
Little Herta 09 found a seat within Stigmata Space and sat down properly, assuming the posture of a diligent student.
Herman began explaining the solution to Honkai corrosive technology... Of course, the reason he possessed this solution was because all of Herta's research had backups within the Research System.
Thus, even though Herman's personal research points were in the single digits, he could clearly articulate the technical difficulties through language. More importantly, he held research points in his hands.
Research points were a miraculous form of energy. They could be used to enhance research points—namely, individual intelligence.
They could also activate system buffs, producing extraordinary effects.
And instinct told Herman that these were still not the full extent of their uses.
—Research points could also empower the intelligence of others, enabling them to rapidly master existing technologies.
Without any hesitation, Herman began consuming research points while explaining the method for resolving Honkai corrosion.
Very quickly, the furrow between Herta 09's brows relaxed. A look of fascination—even intoxication—appeared on her face.
Herman instantly understood that under the wondrous influence of research points, her brain had successfully learned the method for resolving Honkai corrosive technology.
With that, Herman grew even more enthusiastic in his explanation.
Several system hours later, his throat dry from lecturing, Herman finally stopped and asked whether Herta 09 had fully mastered the technique.
Upon hearing this, Herta 09 hurriedly replied, "Madam Herta, I have now completely mastered the full technique for resolving Honkai Beast corrosion."
"Just as I expected—only Madam Herta herself can teach at this level!"
"Madam Herta is unparalleled in the world! Madam Herta outshines all others! Madam Herta is supremely intelligent!"
Little Herta 09 continuously sang Herman's praises, cheering without restraint.
Herman nodded slightly. "Next, I'll leave the matters on Mars to you."
"Yes, Madam Herta! I, Herta 09, will immediately apply this technology on Mars. Before long, every Honkai Beast there will lose its corrosive traits and can be packaged and sold as pets!"
After saying this earnestly, Herta 09 suddenly lunged forward and hugged the waist of the great Herta before her.
"Goodbye, Madam Herta! The next time we meet, I will have eradicated the corrosive traits from all the Honkai Beasts!"
"Very well."
Herman smiled and patted little Herta 09 on the head. She revealed an expression of pure enjoyment.
In the next moment, her figure transformed into particles of purple-black light and disappeared from Stigmata Space. More precisely, she returned to reality—ready to take action against the Honkai Beasts.
Thus, only Herman and Stigmata Herta remained within Herta's Stigmata Space.
After exchanging a glance, Stigmata Herta spoke.
"Madam Herta, the knowledge you just imparted to Herta 09 was transmitted with remarkable efficiency. May I ask... do you have time to continue lecturing?"
"Of course."
Herman nodded. "Contact the other little Hertas. Inform them that Herta's Grand Knowledge Classroom is now in session. I will be teaching the Soul Gem project, the Honkai Beast control runes... and other related knowledge. Any Herta who seeks improvement may attend!"
"Understood."
Stigmata Herta nodded.
Almost instantly, Hertas numbered 06 through 15 appeared within Stigmata Space. They sat upright, eyes filled with excitement and seriousness.
Madam Herta's first public lecture.
The 83rd Seat of the Genius Society imparting knowledge for the first time...
This was a moment worth remembering.
They had to devote themselves fully to learning—worthy of this genius-level teaching session.
Soon, another system hour passed. More little Hertas mastered the Honkai Beast rune control system and declared they were capable of establishing a control rune production line within the Soul Gem factory.
"Well done," Herman praised generously.
"It is all thanks to Madam Herta. If not for your genius clarity in explaining knowledge, we would never have mastered the rune control system so quickly."
The Hertas spoke in unison.
"The quality of my teaching is one factor. The other is your attentiveness," Herman replied. "With such serious dedication to learning, I acknowledge you all as true members of Herta."
"Long live Madam Herta!"
"Long live Madam Herta!"
The little Herta puppets cheered loudly.
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Elsewhere, The Herta—currently conducting a new round of research within the Simulated Laboratory—diverted a sliver of her attention toward the unusual CPU activity of the little Hertas connected to her soul.
"What's going on? Why are the little Hertas' brains continuously overclocking? And why are their power furnaces so excited?"
Carrying a trace of confusion, The Herta logged into Stigmata Herta's account. Through her special connection with Stigmata Space itself, she instantly learned everything that had occurred there.
A look of astonishment appeared on her face.
Herman actually possesses the ability to teach others—and with such astonishing efficiency. In such a short time, he enabled the little Hertas to grasp the technique for resolving Honkai energy corrosion, as well as the control and production of Honkai runes.
As expected of the Research System—Herman.
His moves are always so astounding.
Thinking this, The Herta silently gave Herman a mental thumbs-up.
Then she redirected more of her attention back into her new round of research. As for mundane affairs in the real world, she left them to Herman as usual.
In truth, her new research had already made significant progress. With just a bit more effort, she would be able to create a Soul Gem capable of true transformation—combined with Honkai Valkyrie (magical girl) battlesuit.
More precisely, the Honkai Valkyrie battlesuit had already been completed within the Simulated Laboratory. It was constructed from special materials. As long as sufficient Honkai energy flowed within it, it could grant the host immense strength—and even enhanced agility.
Of course, using such Honkai Valkyrie battlesuit required exceptional physical fitness—but only physical fitness.
As for resistance to Honkai energy, that was entirely unnecessary. After all, Herta had already developed technology to eliminate the corrosive effects of Honkai energy on the human body.
Now, the only remaining problem was how to achieve instantaneous equipment swapping—true transformation.
Herta pondered.
Before long, her superhuman intellect had already revealed to her the next research approach—the direction she needed to pursue.
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