Chapter 74

Sure enough, they know of our existence, or perhaps they even know exactly what power we have.

Is the man named Sang Bo trying to intimidate us? Or does he want to show off his power, able to pass through the light curtain and reach our world?

He must have some hidden trump card… Ah, this is really troublesome.

Ainz felt his illusory stomach begin to ache.

"Could he be deliberately showing us his power to make us submit?" Ainz tapped the table with his bony fingers. "This possibility exists—that everything that happened in Beloborg was secretly manipulated by Sang Bo."

Whether it was Xing and Bu Luo Ni Ya being taken to the lower districts while unconscious, or their initial entry into Beloborg, the thoughts of Xing and the others completely followed Sang Bo's plan. Calmly considering, this possibility is very high.

Ah, this is really worrying—

Ainz let out a heavy sigh in his heart.

At that moment, a slow footsteps sounded in the room, followed by a hesitant knock.

Lord Ainz, the information has been gathered.

Hmm, thank you for your hard work, Sebas.

A white-haired butler entered the room, bowed deeply before Ainz, showing utmost respect; only after receiving the Supreme Sovereign's permission did he raise his head and hand over a document.

After speaking with the man named Sang Bo, as you expected, many countries have fallen into panic.

This is the information on the current rulers of those countries.

Ainz lightly tapped his staff on the ground; the clear sound signaled Sebas to continue.

He understood and continued: 'First, the Habas Empire—internal unrest has already broken out, with humans declaring the establishment of the Joy Sect, intending to form a force within.'

However, the sect's strength is still weak; Emperor Ji Ke Ni Fu is about to wipe them out completely.

Oh? Anzi showed a bit of interest.

Besides this, Jikenifu himself also in the United Slianjiao State and several other countries, seems to be attempting to hold a large-scale star god sacrificial activity. Among them, the Slianjiao State takes faith-based magic as one of its national pillars — they held a ritual, trying to draw a glance from the Preserving Star God, to obtain power like that of a star.

How did it turn out? Sebas?

Sebas took a deep breath, calmly shook his head: "Failed, they concluded the cause was insufficient sincerity — so the united high-ranking officials of many countries are preparing to carry out a larger-scale ritual. I think their actions are foolish, but also worth letting them try."

"... They didn't send someone specially to inform us of this." Anzi's words carried a hint of regret.

After Anzi brought Jikenifu to tour the Nazarick Underground Great Tomb, this young emperor, called the 'Blood Emperor', became overly anxious. Together with other countries praying to the star god... If he could truly gain the star god's favor, his anxiety would likely lessen considerably.

But... can it really succeed?

Anzi was also curious.

Since Sanbo can speak to them through the light barrier, it also means the star god's power can penetrate the barrier and reach their world.

Divine traces have already manifested more than once; if Habas could receive the protection of the Preserving Star God, would his magic and world-class items still be effective?

These all need experimentation... Perhaps this is also Sebas's reason for wanting to 'let them try'.

"Alright, then go ahead as you think, Sebas... but strengthen surveillance of the upper echelons of other countries."

Anzi's words carried a slight smile, letting Sebas's tense body relax a little; he bowed slightly and said.

"Yes, Your Supreme Majesty."

Xing slept soundly, woke up and met with Danheng and Sanyueqi.

Today is the day of parting; to avoid adding to the sorrow of separation, they did not tell Buoluoniya and Xier of their departure. After taking one last look at this snow-covered city, the three still stepped onto the reluctant path of farewell.

Kelipobao

"Priority? What does that mean? Don't you think rebuilding the lower-district towns isn't important enough?" Xier crossed her arms, impatiently said.

"No! Of course not!" Buoluoniya hurriedly explained: "We only have limited resources available now; we must replan."

"Resources… planning… why do you keep throwing that word at my face now?"

"Forget it, you don't need to worry about this. Looks like I'll have to go myself—" Xier waved her hand, was about to leave, then glanced out the window and let out a sound of surprise.

Under a blue sky, the aircraft sped toward the horizon, golden light like a reverse-flying meteor.

"They'll surely encounter plenty of difficulties along the way, right?" Xier's voice suddenly softened.

"Hmm… maybe it'll be even more perilous than the future we face." Buoluoniya said firmly, "But we will surely overcome difficulties. Even if it means that similar disputes will continue indefinitely…"

"... Hey, I'm quite good at arguing."

"Are they starting to argue already?" Yanfei pouted, dissatisfied, "I was still looking forward to their sweet romance… will arguing affect their feelings?"

Heh heh, don't underestimate Buoluoniya and Xier; their feelings aren't something that can be scattered by just a couple of arguments." Keqing showed the expression of someone who's been through this, a smile appearing on her face, "Arguing over work… I've lost count of how many times I've argued with Ningguang over this."

The Liyue the Liyue the Liyue the Liyue the Liyue the Liyue the Liyue Qixing each oversee different domains, with varying authorities. Keqing handles Liyue's land governance, planning, and management; the portion dealing with Mora means she frequently interacts with Ningguang.

As the Tianquan Star of the Liyue the Liyue the Liyue the Liyue the Liyue the Liyue the Liyue Qixing, Ningguang is less like a leader of Liyue and more like a shrewd businessman—dealing with such people requires eight hundred careful considerations.

"So Keqing, how many times have you won in your arguments with Lady Ningguang?" Yanfei placed her cute little head on the thick legal tome, her two antlers playfully swaying.

Before her words even finished, Yanfei saw Keqing's smile freeze.

"Hmm…" The girl instinctively turned her head to avoid showing an embarrassed expression; after a while she shyly extended two fingers.

"Probably… just one or two times."

Inside the Astral Express.

Jizi and Waerte warmly welcomed the three's return; on their first expedition, everyone held Xing in high regard. Though Jizi and Waerte never set foot on the battlefield, they carefully observed the battles they experienced along the cosmic routes.

After a brief maintenance, the train could now depart again.

"Welcome back, Xing and Sanyueqi passengers—the pioneering mission is a success! The train crew thanks you for your contributions!" Pamu's voice came from the train's PA system: "The rift activity has dropped to its lowest, and all Astral Rail data has returned to normal ranges!"

"The train is about to depart, leaving Yaliluo Six. Please sit tight and hold on, and finally bid this planet farewell."

Phew, finally finished the storyline of Beiluoboge.

Chen Yue stretched, moved his legs. Suddenly he noticed that the official account of the Stellar Railways on Bilibili had updated several PVs, one being the Divine Bow Seven Heavenly Generals, and another an animated short titled 'Flying Light'.

Anyway, being idle is being idle; Chen Yue, while waiting for his takeout, opened the first PV.