Chapter 372

"Precisely because of this, the 'Clockmaker' is admirable."

Astral Express.

Parlor Car.

Pom-Pom's eyes are misty, and he cries, "Misha... sob sob sob Pom... Misha, although he left the Astral Express long ago, he is still an outstanding Nameless, Pom."】

Himeko looks at Pom-Pom's sad appearance and can only pay attention to the game plot while comforting Pom-Pom.

Where the Astral Express crew is.

March 7th looks at what the 'Clockmaker' said in the game plot, puffs out her chest, and says, "Even so, as Nameless, how can we turn a blind eye to Penacony's affairs? How to choose, of course, is beyond doubt."】

Following Dan Heng, Mr. Welt Yang, and Stelle all nod silently.

【The 'Clockmaker' looks at the Astral Express crew and says, "So, I have left a story and two gifts for you all—"】

【"I want to give this to you: my 'pocket watch.' It accompanied me on my long journey, guiding that ignorant, foolish child to keep moving forward, and I was fortunate to have walked to this day with so many great people."】

On a planet in the universe.

Robin says solemnly, "Mr. 'Clockmaker,' you are also an equally great person. Because of you and your companions, Penacony has been able to develop to this day."】

【"And my hat. The person who navigated for me placed it on my head, and from then on, an unrealistic thought was planted: the 'Trailblaze' journey will never end."】

【"Next, it's time for you to make your choice. If you have made up your mind, push open that door and walk into an old man's long dream."】

【"I will be waiting for your arrival at the end of this corridor of time."】

【The 'Clockmaker' looks at Himeko and the others, then smiles and turns slowly, disappearing before their eyes accompanied by Clockie.】

【Himeko looks at Stelle and March 7th and says, "Alright, everyone. Let us make our decision."】

【"But I think no one should have any objections."】

【Facing Himeko's words, Stelle and March 7th look at each other, and the result is already clear.】

【As Nameless of the Astral Express, they naturally choose to continue the 'Trailblaze.'】

【After making the decision, the group arrives before the door and pushes it open gently.】

【After a dazzling white light, the screen shifts to a 2D plane.】

【An old man leaning on a cane watches a young boy with a bag showing a wrench wave goodbye as he walks away.】

【The voice of the then-young Ragwock Char Mikhail says in panic, "Mikhail! Where are you going..."】

【The 'Navigator' Mikhail says, "Someone has to stand up and save Lusaka, little Misha, why can't it be me?"】

【The young Ragwock Char Mikhail pleads with a sorrowful voice, "Don't go, please? Or take me with you, I beg you, don't leave..."】

【The 'Navigator' Mikhail comforts him and says with expectation, "Even without me, you know how to move forward. Brave Captain Misha, the 'Compass' is waiting for you. Haven't you always wanted to be a greater adventurer than me?"】

【"Go, board that train, and then... start your journey."】

【As the boy running on the dial in the center changes into a young man walking, time reaches the days after Mikhail boarded the Astral Express.】

【The then-'Navigator' Falken Amundsen says, "Mikhail, where are you going?"】

【Ragwock Char Mikhail hears the navigator's words and says shyly, "I, I'm going to the Parlor Car to mop the floor! I promised the conductor..."】

【The 'Navigator' Falken Amundsen stops Mikhail and asks, "Stop. Tell me first, did you fix this watch?"】

【Ragwock Char Mikhail scratches his head and says, "Uh... y-yes."】

【The 'Navigator' Falken Amundsen says with some surprise, "I know what it looked like originally. The chain was broken, the back shell was damaged, the markings were almost worn away... How did you do it?"】

【Ragwock Char Mikhail says, "How did I do it... It's hard for me to explain clearly, but I knew it could be fixed..."】

【"It's the hands, Mr. Amundsen. Its hands were still good, they could still point in the right direction, so there was a way to solve the rest."】

【The 'Navigator' Falken Amundsen is silent for a moment, then says to Mikhail, "From now on, you work with me. I'll handle the conductor. Haven't you always wanted to tinker with the train? From today on, you are the mechanic on the train."】

【Ragwock Mikhail Char is at a loss, "B-but I only know how to fix watches..."】

【The 'Navigator' Falken Amundsen smiles gently and says, "Don't worry, everything is connected. If something is missing, fill it in. I'll teach you."】

The livestream room.

"So, is this the process of the 'Clockmaker' leaving his hometown and coming to the Astral Express?"】

"Speaking of which, are repairing trains and repairing watches really connected?"】

"Uh... should be... probably... maybe they are."】

"Isn't this clearly the 'Navigator' valuing Mikhail and deciding to teach and lead him?"】

"And I think Mikhail's words are very meaningful. As long as the hands are still good and can point in the right direction, there is a way to solve the rest. Isn't this the 'Clockmaker's' lifelong persistence?"】

"Haven't you checked the information? This navigator named Falken Amundsen is also a famous existence in the past history of the galaxy. Under his leadership, the number of Trailblazers on the Astral Express reached a significant number."】

"Now that you mention it, I remember. I think I saw it in a book once. He was an amazing Nameless."】

"Uh... speaking of which, it's a bit shameful, but I've never passed my coursework."】

"It's okay, me too."】

【As the screen slows down and time moves forward, from the silhouette at the bottom center of the screen, it can be seen that Mikhail has gradually matured.】

【At this time, the navigator is no longer Falken Amundsen, but Grahom.】

【Only hearing the 'Navigator' Grahom call the then-young 'Clockmaker' and say, "Ragwock, where are you going? We should set off for the next stop."】

【Ragwock Char Mikhail sighs, as if he had made up his mind, and says hesitantly, "I... I might not go. I'm planning to stay in Asdana, with Lazalina and Tiernan."】

【The 'Navigator' Grahom's voice gradually softens, "Oh... does this remind you of your own home?"】

【Ragwock Char Mikhail's voice is full of determination and firmness, "The people of Asdana have only won a small victory. There is still a long way to go before true freedom... Hanunu needs us."】

【Speaking of this, Mikhail smiles and says, "Don't worry, not every journey has to lead to the sea of stars. Even if we leave the Express, our 'Trailblaze' will not end."】

【The 'Navigator' Grahom is reluctant, but can understand his companion's decision, and says softly, "It's okay, I knew long ago that you guys couldn't be kept. Go in peace, friend, and take this with you."】

【Ragwock Char Mikhail takes it and asks in confusion, "This is... Mr. Amundsen's hat? Why..."】

【The 'Navigator' Grahom says with reminiscence and emotion, "When he left, he said he wanted to leave it to his best student. I think now is the time."】

【"Goodbye, Ragwock, take care of Tiernan and Lazalina. Remember... to write to us."】

Where the Astral Express crew is.

March 7th says softly, "Is this what happened when Mikhail, Tiernan, and Lazalina left the Astral Express?"】

Stelle also asks in confusion, "At the beginning, the 'Navigator' was Falken Amundsen, but later it became Grahom. Did something happen?"】

Following Dan Heng says with a heavy tone, "Falken Amundsen was one of the successive navigators of the Astral Express and also the navigator during the early stages of the Cancer of All Worlds."】

【"His code name was 'Dawn.' Under his leadership, the Astral Express regained its former glory, and the number of crew members once reached hundreds."】

【"He constantly searched for other Nameless who had left after the fall of 'Trailblaze' and worked with many heroic figures to reclaim the blocked Silver Rail."】

March 7th listens to Following Dan Heng's introduction and can't help but exclaim, "Truly amazing. A train with hundreds of passengers, I don't even dare to imagine it."】

Mr. Welt Yang nods and says, "Under the leadership of this navigator, many people passing through the world were inspired by Falken and voluntarily joined the cause of 'Trailblaze,' becoming a new generation of Nameless. But regrettably, Falken Amundsen himself sacrificed early at the beginning of the journey."】

Following Dan Heng sighs, "This is also the reason why Grahom succeeded Falken Amundsen as navigator."】

Mr. Welt Yang continues, "And this 'Navigator' named Grahom was also a legendary figure."】

【"The 'Young Man' Grahom, who chased the light, was only seventeen when he became navigator, yet he used his whole life to lead the Astral Express forward."】

【"The wheels rolled over one world after another. New people arrived, and old people left... No matter who it was, Grahom always welcomed them gladly."】

【"He did everything himself and took the initiative to extend a helping hand to unfamiliar worlds. In that era when the universe was full of disasters and worlds were isolated, it was Grahom who made Nameless synonymous with heroes from beyond the sky."】

March 7th says, "So, the respect for the Nameless of the Astral Express in the galaxy today is all because of the reputation these predecessors built for us."】

【"Moreover, compared to today, the galaxy at that time was undoubtedly more chaotic and dangerous due to various disasters, yet they were able to firmly hold the will of 'Trailblaze' and leave the footprints and legends of the Nameless in the galaxy..."】

【"They really are a group of amazing people."】

Following Dan Heng sighs, "In the worlds rescued by Grahom, many people were inspired by him and became new Nameless. Many old friends also stayed behind to bring a better tomorrow to these worlds."】

【"Grahom dedicated his life to the Astral Express. At the end of his journey, he fell asleep forever in his armchair. Not long after that, the story of the Astral Express quietly hid and disappeared into the silver sea, until..."】

March 7th suddenly realizes, "Until Sister Himeko repaired the Astral Express and set sail again, right."】

Following Dan Heng says with emotion, "If those Nameless predecessors knew that the Trailblazing journey of the Astral Express in the galaxy is still continuing today, they would surely be comforted."】

March 7th nods solemnly, "They definitely would."】 ===== CHAPTER 373 =====