Chapter 1616

"An epic of such grandeur—what splendid phrasing could possibly sketch its conclusion? While you slept, others have been pondering this very matter. Now, at last, I have found the answer..."

"Plain and simple is enough. In the virtual calculations, we have lived through ages longer than the lifespans of many stars... No language on earth, no single line of text, can bear the weight of this journey. If that is so, then there is no need to be bound by minute words... Those who understand its fervor and romance will naturally shed hot tears at the final placed '.'♪"

"So then... now is the time to bid farewell to the 'readers.' This is the final page of 'As I Have Written'—everyone, do not leave with regrets."

Xilian sat beneath the tree's shade, the Twelve Golden Bloodline Members seated around her, jointly composing this romantic tale titled "Wengfaluo Si."

Tirixibosius spoke gently: "All are gathered now... who shall write the first stroke?"

Kaesulana chuckled: "To take the lead is the most arduous task—I would not wish to show weakness."

Aglaea proactively suggested: "Why not let Lord Caesar draft for us?"

"Hah, all so timid?" Thus we output Thus we output keludela glanced around the group, then simply nodded: "Then let me enlighten posterity—just as the Huoyouzhe of the Qian Wan Shi did. 'No self, no world. No thought, no sight, no conquest.'"

""

Seeing everyone silent one by one, Thus we output Thus we output keludela was somewhat surprised, raising an eyebrow: "How come, all silent?"

Yasinthe smiled faintly: "Lord Caesar's tone... set too high, making it hard to follow..."

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My recommended child.

"When the future Wengfaluo Si is born among the stars, I am curious to see how Caesar and those from the company maneuver against each other."

Ruby counted on her fingers one by one: "Shajin, Topaz, Jade... especially this woman called Jade, most deadly without drawing blood, her words either traps or pits. Brother, you feel the same, right?"

"Well... you're overthinking it." Aqua did not lift her head from flipping through the idol magazine in her hand, speaking lightly: "Indeed, those from the Strategic Investment Department are shrewd, but that Caesar is no easy mark either? A person untouched by the company, relying only on Xilian's few words, deduced the company's essence... Hah, such a person facing the company may not necessarily come out worse."

He turned a page, his gaze not leaving the magazine: "However, there is one point you guessed correctly. Once Wengfaluo Si gradually becomes a perfected planet, the company will surely incorporate it into its commercial domain—this is both an opportunity and a risk for Wengfaluo Si."

Ruby tilted her head, bending the last finger down into a fist: "Hmm, does Wengfaluo Si have anything particularly valuable? Something to contend with the company in business?"

Aqua slowly turned the magazine to the next page, her gaze lingering long on an introduction to a new idol group. The page's color print showed five radiant young people in uniform performance outfits, beneath which slogans like "Debut at the Peak" and "New Star Sweeping the Huazuo" were printed.

"Actually, what you see now, Ruby, is precisely Wengfaluo Si's most valuable asset."

"Huh?"

"Golden Bloodline Members." Aqua enunciated each word: "If the epic of Huoyouzhe spreads through the Huazuo with significant heat, given the company's operational methods... I believe they will conceive the idea of 'having the Twelve Golden Bloodline Members form a team and debut as Huazuo stars.'"

"St... stars?!"

Although Ruby herself is a star, linking the solemn heroic figures of the Golden Bloodline World's Salvation with entertainment-industry stars left her momentarily unable to adjust.

"Golden Bloodline Members are heroes, but in the company's eyes they can also be merchandise." Aqua slowly closed the magazine in her hand: "Their stories can be made into comics, films, helping the company earn money endlessly. As long as Wandi nods, the film of the Prince's Revenge Chronicle will appear on screens across all planets. Besides, Golden Bloodline Members' merchandise, photobooks... do you think sales would be poor? As for how the earned money is used, that is a matter for later."

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"Behind the emperor, loyal ministers shall surely follow closely. Her formidable presence, I fear, only the Marquis of the Star Banner can match."

Hai Lie Ku La blinked: "... Me?"

Thus we output Thus we output keludela smiled satisfied: "Heh... that also suits my wish. When the task is done, one should depart decisively, leaving posterity to judge right and wrong. All marquises—until we meet again when expanding territories."

Having spoken, the empress's figure vanished.

The voice of the stars sounded from outside "As I Have Written": "And the stars will sing of Caesar's conquest."

Hai Lie Ku La: "Had I known, I would have shared a few drinks with you, Marquis of the Star Banner."

Aglaea spoke softly: "Relax, Hai Se Yin."

""

Hai Se Yin fell silent for a moment, then slowly began to recite her own blessing: "Worldly affairs are like the vast sea, tides rise and fall, all will ultimately vanish in the waves. Therefore, please sing with abandon at every moment of life. Whether what lies ahead is feast or emptiness... I will find its radiance and sing its praise."

Star: "May the next banquet never disperse."

Xia Die could not help but praise: "Hai Se Yin's blessing... truly exquisite."

Na Ke Xia spread his hands: "Must everyone be so carefree? In my view, it would be better to leave posterity some genuine 'maxims'."

"Next, is there anyone who volunteers?"

Wandi stepped forward: "I will. The Sword Peak Person's dictionary has no 'dragging feet'."

Bai Eru could not help but retort: "The Sword Peak Person's dictionary..."

"... HKS! Don't interrupt."

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The Funeral of Frieren.

"Puff..."

Watching Bai E and Wandi bantering, Filien could not help but recall the pleasant times when the star first arrived at Wengfaluo Si, the two gambling together in the bathhouse. Then and there, just as now and here.

How good...

"After the Golden Bloodline Members finish their blessing, they vanish—will Xilian Miss also disappear? Will she not vanish together with the Golden Bloodline Members?"

Restalk's greatest reluctance in Wengfaluo Si is Xilian, after all, having accompanied the star's side since first entering Wengfaluo Si. Though his form changed many times in between, he never felt estranged. Gradually, he became accustomed to the star having Xilian's companionship on the adventure journey.

"From Xilian's words, it seems she intends to leave the star." Frieren also did not quite understand: "But the current Wengfaluo Si is not yet formed, still needs time to grow; even if she stays in Wengfaluo Si, she has nowhere to go? I also think it would be better to first adventure with the star for a while, then make other plans once Wengfaluo Si gradually takes shape."