Chapter 96

【I'll make that woman realize she's picked the wrong person!】

Star had just walked over,

when she was immediately scolded harshly by the arrogant gang boss.

This time, Star couldn't take it anymore,

and directly used the Clockwork Trick on him,

adjusting his emotions to pure joy.

Immediately, the gang boss fell silent for a moment,

then...

【.... Hahahahahaha!】

The gang boss suddenly clutched his stomach and burst into loud laughter!

This startled all his underlings into a jolt!

【You succeeded! But why has he turned into this?】

The Clockwork Kid's face lit up with delight,

then he asked, puzzled.

【I don't know... Did I really do this?】

Star was also confused.

【It should... be yes? Otherwise, why would he suddenly start laughing?】

【But... oh, his expression is truly terrifying—like the real, capricious Stone Boss.】

After carefully observing,

the Clockwork Kid decided this must be the Clockwork Trick working.

【Oh, hey, everyone! Please forgive my boldness—welcome to the Land of Dreams, Pinocone!】

【Boys, line up! Give our esteemed guests a proper welcome!】

The gang boss suddenly reversed his behavior,

undergoing a complete 180-degree transformation,

becoming wildly enthusiastic.

【Ah... y-yes!】

Though they felt their boss seemed to have gone mad, something was off,

the underlings dared not disobey and quickly replied.

【Ready—begin!】

【Welcome to the Land of Dreams, Pinocone!!!】

Under the boss's lead,

the gang members bowed deeply to Star and the others,

showing utmost respect.

【Rise, stand at ease!】

Seeing this, Star gave a commanding order without hesitation.

Her tone was like that of someone giving orders to her own servants.

【At your command, madam—you are our most honored guest—】

【You! Just be happy!】

The gang members shouted in unison,

their expressions even more reverent.

【Oh, my goodness! It seems you hold tremendous weight in their hearts!】

【If that's the case, can you get them to leave?】

Seeing this scene,

the Clockwork Kid looked exhilarated.

【Thank you for your kindness... but could you give us some private space?】

Star tried to get them to leave.

【Of course, of course! Everything is as you wish—boys, disperse! Don't disturb our esteemed guests enjoying their leisure time!】

【Yes, Boss!】

The gang members obeyed without question,

vanishing instantly from the spot.

Star: "Whoa, that's awesome!"

Star: "What kind of Clockwork Trick is this? It's too powerful!"

Star: "It can turn someone into this?!"

Star: "Isn't this way better than my staff?"

Star watched the exaggerated effect of the Clockwork Trick in the video,

and was utterly stunned.

March 7th: "This is truly divine skill!"

March 7th: "If we learned this, we'd never have to worry about anyone treating us badly wherever we go!"

Nahidat: "... But manipulating others' emotions so freely—isn't that wrong?"

Himeko: "Right, this ability must never be abused!"

Welt: "This ability... it just feels too absurd. How on earth was it accomplished?"

Brother Dan Heng: "It seems to rely on that clock boy's ability."

Hu Tao: "So just what is the origin of this clock boy?"

Robin: "Brother, do you have any idea about this clock boy?"

Sunday: "... No. From what I've observed, it doesn't seem like a creature from the Dream Theater."

Gallagher: "Then maybe it's just some mutated beast. After all, this is a dream—anything can happen. No need to be so shocked."

Paimon: "Regardless, seeing those gang members get taught a harsh lesson was truly satisfying."

Xiangling: "Exactly! They were terrifying and arrogant just moments ago—they deserved it!"

The video continued.

【We meet again, guest!】

【Was it you who helped us resolve the crisis?】

Little Misha looked at Star,

with deep gratitude.

【Little Misha, what's wrong? Do you know this gray-haired friend?】

The clock boy was surprised by Little Misha's tone.

【She is a noble guest—we became friends not long ago. I mentioned her to you before, remember?】

Little Misha explained to the clock boy.

【Oh, so it's her!】 The clock boy suddenly understood.

【Thank you so much! If you hadn't arrived in time, things here would have fallen into chaos...】 Little Misha sincerely thanked her.

【Thank you, Star. I never expected to meet you again so soon.】

At that moment, Huang Quan's voice sounded.

【I didn't expect it either.】

Star sighed. 【The earlier chaos... I heard a group of masked fools caused trouble on the streets and disrupted order.】

【I passed through here and was questioned; during the process, some... misunderstandings occurred.】

【In the end, I've caused you more trouble again.】

Huang Quan explained,

slightly embarrassed.

【This young lady... is she also an acquaintance of yours?】

Liuying glanced at Huang Quan and asked Star.

【Not exactly an acquaintance—we met once. She helped me at the hotel before; she's a kind person.】