Chapter 65

Never thought that, by a twist of fate, I'd actually be right.

【Su Leda Billboard: Perfectly said! You're clearly a loyal fan of Su Leda! Here you go—we always spoil our longtime customers.】

Su Leda Billboard was very pleased with Stelle's answer,

and immediately gave Stelle a bottle of Su Leda for free.

March 7th: "Wow, did the billboard just become sentient?"

March 7th: "They can actually promote themselves now?!"

Stelle: "I get it—they must be mature billboards!"

Stelle: "But I think this herring billboard is less well-behaved than this Su Leda billboard."

Stelle: "The Su Leda billboard knows to give gifts to attract customers, but this herring billboard just scares people with abstract ads!"

Paimon: "It's kinda creepy—that big fish head gives off a weird vibe."

Hu Tao: "Aww, I wish I had such a mature billboard too."

"Then my Wangsheng Hall's sales would just zip right up!"

Inside Wangsheng Hall,

Hu Tao stared at the two billboards that promoted themselves,

drooling so badly she nearly slipped.

Such well-behaved billboards,

if placed at the entrance of Wangsheng Hall to lure customers,

would save her so much effort!

Yan: "Uh… Hu Tao. You're not seriously thinking of using these billboards to advertise your Wangsheng Hall's 'second tomb half-price' deal, are you?!"

Hu Tao: "Haha, of course! My best friend knows me inside out!"

Zhong Li: "......"

"Hu Tao actually plans to do this!"

"Hasn't she considered that this might scare people to death?"

"Walking past Wangsheng Hall… two eerie billboards suddenly follow you… then shout: 'Grand Opening! Buy one, get one free! Second tomb half-price?!'"

"Just imagining it would drive anyone insane!"

Yan saw Hu Tao's comment,

immediately simulated the scene in her mind,

and fell utterly silent.

The image was too beautiful,

absolutely unwatchable!

In the video.

After the billboards were gone,

Stelle sipped her Su Leda

as she climbed the stairs.

By the time she finished her Su Leda,

she had reached her destination.

【Stelle: According to the map, that's the 'Dream Sales Shop'… Is that… an eye?】

Stelle glanced at the map again to confirm,

then looked toward the target location.

She found a giant eyeball.

So,

Stelle, with a hint of curiosity,

approached the giant eyeball.

【Welcome to the 'Dream Sales Shop,' Explorer of the Stellar Train!】

As Stelle stepped forward,

the giant eyeball spoke.

【Stelle: How do you know who I am?】

The giant eyeball immediately revealed its identity,

surprising Stelle.

【Dr. Edward: That's psychoanalysis, madam. Dr. Edward is at your service.】

【Here you can experience all manner of novel and intriguing dreamscape—from productions by Klausk Films down to private donations—we have them all!】

【If I'm not mistaken, this is your first time in Penacony, correct?】

The giant eyeball named Dr. Edward spoke continuously,

answering Stelle's questions.

【Stelle: I am.】 Stelle nodded.

【Dr. Edward: Rest assured, Dr. Edward will provide you with meticulous assistance to help you select your first dreamscape—enjoy the audiovisual feast only dreams can offer—】

【—Analysis complete! I'm certain you'll love this dream bubble.】

【It comes from a private anonymous donation; reportedly, its memories… belong to the fallen Star God Akivili! I guarantee this dream bubble is perfect for you!】

Before Stelle could voice her needs,

Dr. Edward recommended a dream bubble to her outright.

【Stelle: How many credit points do I owe?】

Upon hearing that this dream bubble was related to Archivili,

Stelle immediately became intrigued.

【Dr. Edward: You don't need to pay! Dr. Edward promises every new guest a free trial of one dream bubble!】

【Alright, let's begin—close your eyes and press your forehead against the dream bubble.】

After Dr. Edward explained,

he placed a dream bubble into Stelle's hand.

Stelle stared at the dream bubble for a moment,

then carefully pressed it against her forehead.

Soon after,

she felt her mind go blank,

and then she saw this scene.

【Pam:... Star Rail explorer, do you plead guilty?】

Inside the carriage,

Pam stared at Stelle

and demanded in a stern tone!

【Stelle:??? What is going on here?】

Stelle looked at the fierce-looking Pam,

utterly bewildered.

【Dr. Edward: I will offer no interpretation or suggestion regarding the content of this dream bubble. Within this dream bubble, you will share the owner's memories and experience their sights and sounds firsthand.】

【For any blurred portions within the dream bubble, your subconscious will actively extract similar concepts to fill in the gaps.】

Dr. Edward's explanation echoed inside Stelle's mind.

【Pam: Your crimes are unforgivable, but the Train Captain respects everyone's right to compulsory labor...】

【—Clean this carriage thoroughly, now!】

Pam roared suddenly,

startling Stelle!

Then she realized the owner of this dream bubble could not speak.

【Stelle: Am I supposed to voice for Him myself??】