Chapter 603: You Are Our Hero

SERN's plot had failed completely, and they retreated in disgrace. Inside the Future Gadget Laboratory, everyone cheered and crowded around Li An, their eyes filled with admiration and reverence.

"Li An, you are our hero!" Maho Hiyajo stepped forward and said sincerely. Her eyes were full of gratitude and respect, deeply impressed by Li An's ability and courage.

"That's right, without you, we could never have succeeded." Makise Kurisu also said with a smile, her face beaming with joy and appreciation.

Li An looked at everyone, his heart full of emotion: "This is our shared achievement. Without everyone's support and help, I couldn't have done it either." His voice carried a slight tremor — that was gratitude toward his companions and relief at the victory.

The victory of restoring World Line 02 plunged the Future Gadget Laboratory into a jubilant atmosphere. Everyone raised their glasses in celebration, faces alight with the joy of having survived a disaster. Li An was surrounded by the crowd, with Guo Yao tightly holding his arm, her eyes full of pride and happiness.

"Li An, we really owe this one to you. If it weren't for you, we truly wouldn't have known what to do." Okabe Rintaro held his wine glass, walked up to Li An, his face slightly flushed from drink, but his eyes full of admiration.

Li An smiled and waved his hand: "This is everyone's shared achievement. Without your help, I couldn't have succeeded either." His smile was warm and humble, like a spring breeze.

Shiina Mayuri hopped over, a piece of cake in her hand: "Li An, this is for you, thank you for saving me." Her face beamed with an innocent smile, her eyes curving into crescents.

"Thank you, Mayuri." Li An took the cake, gently patted her head, his eyes full of tenderness.

However, joyful times are always short. After the celebration ended, Li An's thoughts returned to his own mission. He knew well that in these countless anime worlds, there were still many unknown crises waiting for him to resolve.

"It's time to prepare to head to the next anime world." Li An stood at the center of the laboratory and said firmly.

Hearing this, everyone crowded over. A flicker of worry crossed Guo Yao's eyes, but she still nodded firmly: "I'll go with you."

Okabe Rintaro frowned: "Li An, are you really sure about this? We don't know what dangers the next world might hold." His voice carried a note of concern, his brow slightly furrowed, worry showing in his eyes.

"I've already decided." Determination shone in Li An's eyes. "Every world has its mission. I can't back down."

Hashida Itaru sat before the computer, fingers flying across the keyboard: "I've already prepared the traversal program for you. We can start it anytime." His face showed a hint of tension, beads of sweat faintly beading on his forehead.

Li An took a deep breath, walked to the control console, and started the traversal program in the usual way. However, something unexpected happened. The machine let out a piercing roar, the screen flashing with chaotic code — the traversal program had malfunctioned.

"What's going on?" Li An's brow furrowed tightly, an ominous premonition rising in his heart.

Everyone also showed worried expressions, crowding around the machine and discussing animatedly.

"Could the previous battle have damaged the machine?" Makise Kurisu stepped forward, carefully examining the machine, doubt flickering in her eyes..