"Beware the Interastral Peace Corporation."
Little Gui's livestream.
A red comment stood out so prominently!
Perhaps it was because,
in the recent storyline, Dan Heng's words had struck a chord with some attentive players.
After learning about what happened in the Chrysos Heirs' bathhouse,
Dan Heng decisively analyzed: "I never expected her only concern was that we might spread rumors of interstellar travel to the public. This is quite similar to Phainon's reaction in Chongyuan."
"This world is indeed somewhat strange. Even a closed-off place like Jarilo- has locals with a basic understanding of space, even knowing about Paths and Aeons."
"But in Amphoreus, the Sky feels more like... a prison, where even discussing the world beyond has become a taboo. Yet they possess such advanced technology..."
"Remember that chaotic substance shrouding the world? I have a strong feeling that Amphoreus was deliberately sealed off. The Titans from mythology might also be connected to a certain Aeon."
And after this comment about the Corporation,
many players seemed to activate some strange attribute.
The Corporation-related discussions instantly exploded in the livestream!
...
"Beware the Corporation? Amphoreus is a powerful world with three Emanators, equivalent to a major force in the universe. The Corporation would have to think twice before making a move."
"It's the apocalypse. As long as the Corporation offers help, the Chrysos Heirs will likely agree. Then the Corporation is best at stirring trouble, leveraging small advantages for big gains... before you know it, your planet becomes the Corporation's asset."
"This matter is also recorded in the Trailblaze Continuance: Jolted Awake From a Winter Dream."
"I like what you said, but remember to hide your IP."
"Marketing Development Department: We will provide all support except actual help."
"Open the door! The Corporation is here with warmth!"
...
Somewhere in a star system.
A ship bearing the insignia of the "Interastral Peace Corporation" sped along its course.
Inside the cabin,
many people looked rather displeased!
In the main control area,
there was a team specifically responsible for monitoring the storyline.
As a livestream personally mentioned by Yu Ling, Little Gui's stream naturally received special attention.
Seeing the comments filled with sarcastic remarks,
many young employees flushed with anger.
They were already overheating!
"What's going on? Why are there so many haters targeting our Marketing Development Department?"
"It's all because of this damned Honkai: Star Rail!"
"Who knows if someone higher up offended Yu Ling? There are plenty of details in this game hinting at the dark side of our Marketing Development Department..."
"This operation in Amphoreus is very risky. We definitely need a raise!"
At this moment,
A team leader stepped forward to comfort everyone, saying, "I heard the director has contacted a very powerful Memokeeper this time who can help us smoothly enter Amphoreus. Based on the information revealed in the current storyline, we've already prepared a corresponding plan to save Amphoreus in advance..."
"Also, I should mention:"
"In our line of work, you need strong mental fortitude! Don't worry, as long as we successfully secure Amphoreus, this quarter's performance bonuses will double, and we'll get twice the paid annual leave!"
As the words fell.
Cheers erupted from many!
"That's more like it!"
"We need to enter Amphoreus before the Astral Express!"
"Our Marketing Development Department is also about Trailblazing!"
...
Little Gui's livestream.
"The pacing of the story seems to have slowed down now."
"Now we're back to the beloved part of helping the locals."
Stelle and Dan Heng arrived at the Marmoreal Market.
This was where they first met Castorice, previously left in complete disarray by the conflict-affiliated beings. Now, most of it seemed to have been restored.
A male NPC spoke up: "Great... I heard both of you are exceptionally skilled, as powerful as the Chrysos Heirs. Could you help restore this stone pillar?"
Dan Heng was slightly puzzled: "Restore? Relying only on human strength, this would take two or three days to repair."
Just then.
A voice with a childish tone rang out.
"—Of course we can't rely on human strength."
Tribbie toddled over on short legs.
The man grew excited: "Lord Tribbie! By Kephale (the Worldbearing Titan), then we won't need to trouble these two Heroes."
"So that's it. He thought we could also summon miracles," Dan Heng realized.
[Traversing the myriad gateways of Janus...]
Tribbie blinked in surprise: "Huh, why are you reciting it too? Come to think of it, when you first arrived in Okhema, did you do the same?"
"Could it be that you also have the aptitude to learn the Oronyx prayers?"
"Is such aptitude rare?" Dan Heng asked.
"Not at all! Priests are quite common, though their talents vary."
"How about this—why don't both of you give it a try? Let Teacher Tribbie see how perceptive you are!"
As Tribbie finished speaking.
A tutorial popped up on the interface.
[Oronyx Prayers: In Amphoreus, objects retaining Remembrance can be found everywhere. When approaching them...]
The tutorial content wasn't the main point.
The main point was!
The character in the demonstration was an old friend players hadn't seen in a long time—
March 7th!
A pink figure appeared near various objects.
Though only from behind,
For many players.
It felt as if they could see March 7th's excited and curious expression.
...
"Wah, my little March..."
"Why is the demonstration here featuring March 7th??"
"This must be some kind of foreshadowing [repeated analysis]"
"They're back, everyone's back."
"In a way, the three little ones are also united in Amphoreus."
"The earlier photo-taking was also foreshadowing!... When we take the photos back to show March 7th, she opens her eyes one last time in her dying moments to see the beautiful scenery, then smiles and falls into eternal slumber."
"｀?"
"What turned you into this?"
"Yu Ling. Look at the soldiers you've trained!"
...
The result of the attempt was...
Dan Heng couldn't do it,
The protagonist instantly comprehended and successfully restored the broken stone pillar.
"Wow, I truly am exceptionally gifted!"
Little Gui couldn't help but exclaim in admiration.
"Could it be that I'm actually a genius?"
In the plot,
Tribbie also couldn't stop praising: "To be serious, we all feel that the two of you descending upon... ahem, arriving in Okhema is no coincidence. A priest who can resonate with Oronyx (Time Titan) right from the start—Teacher Tribbie has never seen such a thing before."
"Once you learn this, you'll be able to travel freely in Amphoreus. Well, basically."
"Ah, right, I almost forgot the main matter... We came to find you two to confirm whether you have message tablets. Without them, you can't take a single step in Okhema."
At this moment,
Dialogue options appear.
[(Taking out phone) Could it be...]
[(Taking out phone) Are you talking about this thing?]
Little Gui is completely stunned!
Wait, seriously? This abstract?
You guys in Amphoreus have phones too?
This doesn't match the aesthetic at all!
Tribbie's next sentence immediately makes Little Gui and countless watching players lose their composure!
"That's it! As expected, the city-states beyond the sky... also have priests of Janusopolis!"
"Let me see... the appearance is quite different, but the functions seem similar. Perhaps through resonance... hmm..."
"All done! From now on, we can contact each other through the tablets. But only within Okhema city—once you leave the golden threads woven by Aya, the messages won't work."
...
"?"
"Alright, alright, playing it like this, huh!"
"0-frame startup (picks up phone)"
"666, it's even compatible, can add friends."
"Damn, I've become the primitive one here!"
"Does this mean Amphoreus had contact with the galaxy in ancient times?"
"When I get to Amphoreus, I'm definitely installing Honkai: Star Rail for them!"
"Amphoreus, what other surprises do you have that I don't know about!"
....