March 7th took off her wig.
Revealing her short pink hair.
She shook her head, letting her hair fall naturally.
Then she placed her hands on her hips.
And looked at everyone.
With an expression that seemed to say, "Are you satisfied now?"
Seeing this, Stelle also removed her wig and mask, revealing her gray hair.
The scene.
After a few seconds of silence.
It was like a bomb had been dropped into a calm lake!
It exploded!
"Wahhhhhhh!!!!"
"Holy crap, March 7th!"
"It's her! The real deal actually came to our Paperfold University to watch the story with us!!!"
"There's another one!"
"Damn! Are these the mystery guests you invited, Paperfold University?"
"No, we're just as shocked!"
"Are you satisfied now? You actually doubted our little March earlier!"
"So that shot earlier was from her?"
"I knew that shot had an extraordinary aura, it felt familiar. Taking down the acting principal in one shot, as expected of her!"
"Well done! I fully support the Stellaron spirit and little March!"
March 7th and Stelle sat in the guest seats.
Not daring to move a muscle.
Afraid that if they turned around.
They'd be swallowed by the enthusiastic players behind them.
Fortunately.
The players, though excited, hadn't lost their minds.
And besides,
The issue of the Memetic Entity still hadn't been resolved!
Continuing to watch the story was the most crucial thing!
Rappa apologized, "Two nameless ninjas, my apologies, I overanalyzed the situation."
"It's fine, we just wanted to come here as ordinary players to watch the story…" March 7th smiled.
She shook hands with Rappa.
Though it was their first meeting in reality.
Because of the "Honkai: Star Rail" story, it felt like they were old acquaintances.
Both nodded.
A temporary alliance was formed!
They continued watching the story!
To uncover the schemes of Dr. Primitive's lackeys!
...
"Now that no one will disturb us, speak up. You've been tailing us all this way, why?" Dan Heng asked.
"Very sharp, it seems you also possess the super hearing of a ninja. But our paths crossing is merely a coincidence. I came here to set up chaotic ninja talismans in the campus to dispel the evil ninja array."
Rappa explained,
"The intricacies of causality are truly profound. I never expected to reunite with you nameless ninjas. Ninja Hiryū may not recognize me, but he surely remembers my comrade—a gallant and dashing ninja hero clad in silver armor, skilled in the art of gunpowder ninjutsu, and always speaking sweet words of praise..."
"Lord Silvergun Shura."
As soon as these words were spoken.
The barrage of comments instantly surged!
...
""Always speaking sweet words of praise""
"This is referring to Boothill, but it could also apply to Argenti, right?"
"The mention of gunpowder ninjutsu makes it clear it's BoBo. ZhiZhi uses a spear..."
"The term 'Shura' implies killing and slaughter, which doesn't suit Argenti."
"That name sounds cool!"
"So, the ninjas Rappa mentioned are actually Pathstriders."
"Can't she just speak normally?"
...
Upon hearing this name, Dan Heng blurted out, "...Boothill, is it him?"
"Indeed."
"So, you're also a member of the Galaxy Rangers?"
"Of course. I've been emphasizing the title of 'Ninja Hero' to avoid any misunderstandings."
"Are those two terms the same thing?" March 7th quipped.
In any case.
Both sides temporarily confirmed each other's identities.
Rappa began to explain her purpose for coming to Penacony.
"Ninja Hiryū, all of you are high-ranking ninjas who have mastered the true teachings of Trailblaze. Naturally, you know that in the galaxy's ninja world, there are many ninjas like us with extraordinary power, and among them, there are also evil ninjas."
"As long as these evil ninjas remain, the dangers that require us Ninja Heroes to intervene will never cease. My visit to Pinecany is precisely to hunt down a villain."
"He leads evil forces that wreak havoc everywhere, an enemy of the Ninja Capital, and my mortal foe—Evil Ninja Osaru!"
Dan Heng said, "This is troublesome... If her identity as a Galaxy Ranger is genuine, we can't take her words lightly. Perhaps something has indeed happened in Penacony."
"The situation isn't clear yet, so let's not act rashly. After all, our current status is merely that of auditors."
"If only we could contact Boothill. Where is he now..."
Dan Heng immediately sent a message to Boothill.
But several messages were sent without any response.
Clearly!
Something had gone wrong on Boothill's end as well!
With one plan foiled, Dan Heng thought of another.
In the absence of Himeko and Old Yang, he appeared exceptionally reliable.
"Dreamweaver Academy is about to have a Dream Design class. While it's called a class, it's actually part of the school festival activities."
"The sudden popularity of the Slumbernana Monkey isn't natural. If someone is behind it, we need to pay close attention to the faculty's behavior."
Everyone agreed.
They decided to attend the class to see how the Dreamweaver Banana Master taught.
"The content of this class is to decorate the campus into something everyone likes. Here, students, take this—"
The Dreamweaver Banana Master was swaying his head as he taught.
He continued to explain, "The substances that make up the Dreamscape are entirely different from reality, and so is Dreamweaving. What you hold in your hands is Memetic Dye made from memory essence."
"Use it to decorate this wall! The theme is me, and everyone's favorite, the Slumbernana Monkey!"
"Maintain a peaceful state of mind, envision what you want to create, let your emotions resonate with the material, and your imagination will transform into the reality of the Dreamscape. This is Dreamweaving Banana!"
The first class.
In short, it was about painting on the wall!
Stelle was in the midst of meditation.
With the help of the mysterious Trashcan, Shatana, who had once assisted her.
The interference of the Slumbernana Monkeys was eliminated.
A huge Trashcan was directly drawn on the wall!
["This is truly a perfect piece of work, isn't it? Hurry and report back to the Banana Master!"]
The Banana Master came over to take a look.
"~Banana? Is it already done? It's about time, let's start the critique—"
"Oh! This painting... what is this? Why is it all Trashcans? Where are the monkeys? 0 points!"
"Ha ha ha ha!"
For a moment, the scene was filled with laughter!
March 7th looked at Stelle beside her.
She could actually remain calm and composed in such a situation!
Her skin was really thick!
"What's the big deal? As a public figure now, you need to learn to accept being the subject of everyone's jokes!" Stelle said nonchalantly.
March 7th was stunned.
Could I,
Could I do that?
Next.
It was March 7th's turn to present her work!
"Let's see the next student's work... what kind of banana is this?"
[The graffiti wall in front of March 7th was spotless, but in front of the wall was a huge... Six-Phase Ice?]
"Uh, that, I can explain..."
Rappa, who was beside her, praised, "Ninja, Six-Phase Ice! What a powerful ice technique, Ninja Ruri is truly a master ninja!"
"No, the method of Dream's Edge is so similar to condensing Six-Phase Ice, I can't tell the difference."
Even the Dream's Edge Banana Master couldn't help but praise, "Too, too strong, Banana! To create such a large object in such a short time, it's really comparable to the techniques of a professional Dream's Edge monkey..."
Unexpectedly!
Her work was actually praised by the Banana Master.
March 7th immediately looked proud!
With her hands on her hips, she said, "Wow, Mr. Reca really didn't lie to me, I really am a genius!"
...
"So this is how March usually creates Six-Phase Ice? (Recognizes)"
"This March classmate is even more of a master!"
"Genius!"
"Directly creating Six-Phase Ice!? March 7th really has talent!"
"No wonder Mr. Reca suggested she go to Dream's Edge to work..."
"This is what makes it unique, this is what art is~!"
"Six-Phase Ice is probably the power of memory, they say it's so similar to Dream's Edge..."
"March's Emanator of Remembrance theory gains new evidence."
...