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Chapter 333: Let's wrap dumplings together and smash it! Penacony got to keep all the good stuff!
On the IPC starship.
Looking at this incredibly harmonious scene in the storyline…
The involved parties, Aventurine and Topaz, were both completely dumbfounded!
When did they become so easygoing?
When did the IPC become so passionate about interastral peace?
Not pursuing a single bit of profit?
Was this still the Interastral Peace Corporation they worked for?
However.
That wasn't even the most exaggerated part!
After Stelle exclaimed, "The Corporation's vision is too grand!"
A single sentence from Aventurine almost made him spit out a mouthful of blood!
In the storyline, his on-screen self showed a gratified smile.
—As if an old soldier who had struggled for many years had finally achieved his lifelong wish in his twilight years!
He said from the bottom of his heart: "All for peace—that is our company's core value."
"To be honest, it brings no benefit to the Corporation… but it is highly beneficial to the long-term development of the entire universe."
"If this can bring peace to the cosmos, then it's worth it."
Topaz was utterly stunned!
She felt her throat go dry.
She looked at Aventurine with a bizarre expression.
"Are you possessed by a ghost?"
"Or is that Sparkle in disguise?"
"Actually, I really like one of your lines—"
"[ 'If every roll of the dice has a chance to destroy the universe, I'll give it a try.' ]"
Aventurine had a helpless look on his face.
Heaven only knew how the storyline had turned into this ghostly mess!
Even he felt that he wasn't acting normal!
Too selfless!
Too fake!
Even if they wanted to whitewash his character, this wasn't the way to do it!
Suddenly.
A look of suspicion crossed Aventurine's face!
"Is there a possibility…"
"That this is fake?"
Topaz narrowed her eyes. "Are you doubting the authenticity of Feathered Spirit's storyline? No… wait! You mean, this plot isn't [ reality ]?"
"If that's the case, then this is a huge deal…"
***
After Little Gui finished her dialogue with Aventurine and Topaz.
She came to Dr. Ratio's side.
"Finished discussing the Corporation's opinion? Then it's our turn."
Dr. Ratio crossed his arms.
As always, he spoke in a cold and indifferent tone,
"The Intelligentsia Guild, like the Genius Society, pays high attention to this disaster in Penacony. In the end, both of our parties decided to reach a comprehensive cooperation to provide technical support for the reconstruction of Penacony…"
"…For the specific details, let's hear what this genius has to say. It's your turn, Mr. Screwllum."
As Dr. Ratio's voice fell.
A holographic projection appeared beside him.
It was indeed the elegant and gentle Screwllum.
The bullet chat in the live stream exploded once again!
…
"?"
"Wait, the Genius Society?"
"Who?"
"Oh my god, even Screwllum is here?"
"Am I dreaming? The Intelligentsia Guild and the Genius Society are cooperating…"
"This is getting ridiculous."
"The Professor isn't roasting anyone, there must be something fishy!"
"This is way too off, right?"
"The Intelligentsia Guild is possible, but the Genius Society wouldn't care less about this kind of thing."
…
Screwllum said: "After discussing with several partners, we have decided to temporarily halt the progress of the Simulated Universe project, and will support the Intelligentsia Guild's research on dreams and the Memory Zone as technical advisors, so that this substance can better serve all of humanity."
"Not only that, we have also contacted the Garden of Recollection through the Corporation, and they have promised to assist in the research…"
Dr. Ratio added,
"Hmph, I am truly happy for the Dreamchasers of Penacony—the wisest and the most foolish minds in the entire universe are now at their disposal."
[ Great, great, a happy ending for everyone. ]
…
"Penacony gets all the good things?"
"The universe is so wonderful!"
"Suddenly everyone is a loving family?"
"Let's make dumplings together~"
"The dumplings are falling apart."
"Is this rushing to the grand finale?"
"This doesn't match Feathered Spirit's usual standards…"
"What's going on, did I play a fake Honkai: Star Rail???"
…
Guinaifen was also getting more and more creeped out as she played!
The previous storylines had all been full of ups and downs.
Even after defeating the final boss, there were still many suspenseful elements left!
But this Penacony storyline was just too perfect…
The citizens were harmonious and stable.
The universe was calm and peaceful.
The Corporation was solely dedicated to the people.
Geniuses were doing their utmost to help!
Guinaifen felt.
If she were a Penacony player.
At this moment, she wouldn't be able to resist shouting: "Our Penacony is forever number one in the world!"
Opening the mission interface.
Guinaifen wanted to try and find some clues in the mission description.
[ The Corporation has decided to join hands with the Family to rebuild Penacony, and scholars from all over the universe will spare no effort to help… What a happy and bustling scene. ]
[ With this, the journey to the Land of the Dreams, Penacony, has come to an end. ]
[ It is time to embark on a new journey. ]
"Ah?"
"There's nothing wrong with the mission description either?"
"Could it really be that we're overthinking?"
"Did the universe really usher in a prosperous and flourishing scene after defeating Sunday?"
At this moment.
The plot had already transitioned to the Express.
Just as they arrived at the Parlor Car.
Pom-Pom's voice rang out: "Passenger, the trailblaze meeting is about to start, we're just waiting for you!"
By the window.
Quite a few people had gathered.
Aside from the Express Crew, there were also Black Swan and Boothill.
Pom-Pom cleared their throat and said: "Ahem… Now that everyone is here. Let us begin the trailblaze meeting!"
[ Where did you all come from?! ]
Himeko: "Let me explain. Mr. Boothill and Miss Black Swan, out of their respective needs, have requested to temporarily travel with the Express Crew…"
"As you all know, the Astral Express has never refused any traveler who yearns for the distant stars. Therefore, they will be traveling with us for a period of time until we reach our destination…"
March 7th said in surprise: "Wow… the Express is going to get lively. But, Miss Black Swan, you can't use your Memokeeper abilities to play pranks on the train!"
"Of course, Miss March. I promise you, during rest hours, you will definitely not see me in your room."
"Eek… don't scare me like that…"
…
Guinaifen swallowed hard.
"This plot is progressing a bit too fast!"
"In the blink of an eye, our Express Crew is getting new members?"
However.
Even faster things were yet to come!
After a simple introduction.
Pom-Pom expressed that it was time to decide the Express's next stop!
And began to introduce the current options.
[ The oceanic, Lushaka. ]
[ The agate world, Melustanin. ]
[ Edo Star. ]
[ The glass belt, Patrevia. ]
Guinaifen had listened very carefully during the previous introductions.
Faced with the four choices now, she was momentarily at a loss.
However, she quickly made up her mind.
"Edo Star is currently suffering an invasion by the Antimatter Legion…?"
"I think it's necessary to visit this place!"
"Little Gui here is absolutely incompatible with the Antimatter Legion!"
"I'm going to go to this planet and utterly crush the Antimatter Legion!!"
After making the choice.
Pom-Pom announced: "It seems we have a result—the next stop is Edo Star!"
"Then, the trailblaze meeting is adjourned. I will go calibrate the warp parameters, passengers can take a break first."
"When we are ready to warp, this Conductor will make an announcement!"
Next, it was time for free exploration.
Guinaifen took a deep breath.
She stretched her arms.
And sighed: "It seems the Penacony storyline has indeed come to an end…"
"Whether what they say is true or false, it doesn't have much to do with our Astral Express anyway."
"We Nameless are forever on the path of Trailblaze, heading to the next stop."
"However…"
"If nothing goes wrong, the plot for the next destination will probably have to wait until the next version, right?"
…
"It's finally over."
"Is that it?"
"Time to go to sleep, brothers."
"I still feel like it's not over… Is it because the Penacony plot was too grand…"
"There are still so many side quests left undone."
"Congratulations to Penacony for welcoming true peace!"
"Disperse, disperse…"
"Wait, where is my Acheron? Not even a chance to say goodbye?"
"Where is Firefly, sob sob…"
"I still wanted to borrow Firefly's morpher to transform into Sam!"
"This ending is a bit too rushed."
"Could this be the final version of Honkai: Star Rail?"
"This ending probably represents Feathered Spirit's beautiful aspiration for the future of the universe."
"Brothers, cherish the game while you can…"