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"Classmate, this is the hottest item right now!"
"You must have seen the plot from the last version, right?"
"Our teacher Dan Heng never leaves his Cloud-Piercer. When facing Preceptor Taoran, he instantly drew his spear in 0 frames and pinned that old geezer to the wall!"
"This 1:1 replica of the Cloud-Piercer perfectly recreates that moment!"
At the bustling stall.
An enthusiastic Pepeshi vendor was passionately introducing this hot-selling item to March 7th.
March 7th chuckled.
"If you put it that way, I really have to buy one!"
"Classmate, you have great taste. I also just got in a new batch of The Hunt March 7th cosplay outfits, which I think would suit you perfectly. Would you like to take a look?"
March 7th immediately waved her hand, "No need for that."
She quickly dragged Stelle away.
She weighed the Cloud-Piercer replica in her hand.
Although it had no real weight.
Its appearance was indeed almost identical to the real thing!
No wonder the stall owner said this was made with the latest high-tech polymer material technology, ensuring an authentic appearance without causing harm to people, and it wouldn't be confiscated during security checks…
At that moment.
March 7th noticed.
Many students on the nearby street were running in one direction.
And they were all very excited!
It was as if someone was about to hold a concert.
Stelle took the lead.
She randomly grabbed a passing lucky student.
And asked her what was going on.
"What? Are you new here?"
"The main storyline of Honkai: Star Rail has started, and it's being livestreamed at the central stage right now!"
"Hurry up, or you won't get a good spot later!"
After saying that.
The lucky student also quickly ran off.
March 7th was shocked!
"The update is already out? Damn it, when did that happen?"
"Quick, quick, let's not waste time here, let's get back to the train and watch the story!"
However.
Stelle remained unmoved.
She crossed her arms and said calmly, "Why go back to the train?"
"Didn't you hear what that student just said? They're also livestreaming it here."
March 7th was taken aback and retorted, "What? How could it be as comfortable as lying on the train while sipping milk tea and watching the story?"
"You don't get it. Sometimes, watching it with a crowd creates a better atmosphere."
Stelle flashed a meaningful smile.
She thought back to the last time she attended a live event, representing the players and watching the story with the audience.
Although there were some awkward moments, there were also plenty of highlights.
The cheers and gasps from the crowd.
Often made the experience exhilarating and incredibly satisfying!
Seeing Stelle so confident and composed, March 7th nodded, "Alright."
"Then let's watch it with the students this time!"
After saying that.
She pulled Stelle, who was still reminiscing, and ran toward the central stage.
"What are you daydreaming about?"
"If we don't hurry, we won't get a good spot!"
Soon.
The two arrived at the scene.
On the big screen.
The livestream had already started.
And the host was an old acquaintance!
—Little Gui!
They were using a relay platform.
After all, Little Gui was now the top livestreamer for Honkai: Star Rail's story. If the entire universe tuned into her stream, the platform's servers would probably crash.
So Little Gui's livestreaming rights had long been distributed to multiple platforms.
It was a way to manage the traffic.
"Ahhhhhhh, I'm late!"
"Did I miss any important plot points?"
"Hehehe, you little cuties, I've been watching the livestream on my phone, and now I've seamlessly caught up!"
"There haven't been any major plot developments yet, and no new characters have appeared. It's just the Astral Express Crew arriving at our Origami University for the school festival."
"Phew… that's a relief."
March 7th and Stelle arrived relatively early.
They weren't far from the big screen.
So they could clearly see every detail of the story.
After a brief period of crowd noise.
The scene gradually quieted down.
Everyone focused their attention on the story unfolding on the big screen.
...
March 7th asked, "Dan Heng, do you know something? The front desk said Pom-Pom also checked into the hotel. What's going on?"
"If I'm not mistaken, this imposter visitor… is most likely Boothill."
Dan Heng replied expressionlessly.
"Back when we were working together in Penacony, he also borrowed Pom-Pom's name. He's the only one I can think of."
"Boothill? What's he doing here?" March 7th looked puzzled.
"Not sure. The Galaxy Rangers usually operate alone, but Boothill probably wouldn't do anything to harm the Astral Express."
"Since this Pom-Pom checked in three days ago, we'll most likely find him in the dream. We can ask him in detail then."
March 7th chuckled, "Then let's get going. Paperfold University is located at the Hour of the Sun, and the hotel has set the dream entry point near the campus. Let's meet at the school gate!"
"My room is the same as last time… time to prepare for the dream," Stelle muttered to herself.
Soon after,
She arrived at her room door with ease.
The door was slightly ajar.
Inside the room, two people were already standing there!
They were urging each other.
"Hurry up! I heard the major shareholders have already arrived in the lobby. We can't let them notice us!"
"I know! But that guy was clearly heading this way, how did he just vanish…"
"Shh, someone's barging in—who are you?"
["I'm the big shot."]
Stelle stood with her hands on her hips.
Exuding one word—audacity!
The Bloodhound sneered, "Come on, sister, everyone who comes here claims to be a big shot. I'm sick of hearing it."
"Whoever you are, the Bloodhound Family is investigating here. Please take a detour…"
The other Bloodhound whispered, "Hey! Gray hair, yellow eyes, with those weird ribbons on her clothes… she might be that major shareholder!"
"What?! My lord, you should've said so earlier!"
"—Ah, esteemed guest, I apologize for speaking so loudly earlier! The Bloodhounds are just conducting a Routine Inspection. Everything in the room is in order, so feel free to settle in."
"But the criminal…"
"You—ah, yes yes, annoying, indeed annoying! But these procedures are all for the safety of our guests. The Bloodhounds never shy away from trouble! We'll leave now, please rest well."
The left side of the screen was suddenly flooded with comments!
...
"Hahaha, those weird ribbons…"
"Astral Express anti-counterfeiting tags, buddy."
"The pun between 'criminal' and 'annoying' is hilarious."
"I'm now a big shot in Penacony too."
""Whoever You Are""
"I still prefer your earlier unyielding attitude, please bring it back."
"Sigh, when will our Sister Stelle ever change her outfit?"
"Don't ask, her wardrobe is full of the same set."
...
Seeing the comments,
Stelle shook her head helplessly.
Isn't she wearing a different outfit now?
If she really changed, you wouldn't even recognize her!
But what did those two Bloodhounds mean by 'criminal'?
In this storyline, am I going to have to target myself first?