Chapter 577: The Xianzhou Returns, the Trial of the Stars

"Exactly. Now, look, Mr. Welt has an Imaginary attribute. When Dan Heng transforms into the Imbibitor Lunae, he has an Imaginary attribute. After the Trailblazer unlocks the Harmony Path, they have an Imaginary attribute. And after March 7th unlocks her new Hunt form, she has an Imaginary attribute. So, I think everyone has noticed it now, right?"

"Hahahaha, you actually figured that out? You really are a talent, you Wubbaboo-loving genius."

"Himeko: I feel like I don't fit in with everyone else."

"It's not that serious, it's not that serious."

"Do you guys think there will be a chance in the future for Himeko to get a new Imaginary form too?"

"Holy crap, this possibility..."

"Uh... I feel like this topic is a bit dangerous. Let's not talk about it."

"Same here. It's better if Miss Himeko stays the way she is. Whenever these things are mentioned, I get a sense of heart palpitations."

Astral Express.

Parlor Car.

Himeko looked at the discussion in the livestream and couldn't help but laugh and cry: "So, it's me who seems to be the exception."

March 7th laughed: "Sister Himeko is our navigator. Being a bit special is actually Himeko's unique trait."

Stelle nodded quickly, echoing March 7th's words.

Welt Yang and Dan Heng exchanged a glance and remained silently quiet.

However, Welt Yang secretly adjusted his glasses. Beneath them, there was a trace of reminiscence and worry—that was the ending of the Himeko who shared the same name in his former home.

Thinking of this, Welt Yang sighed inwardly.

Himeko looked at March 7th, Stelle, the silent Welt Yang, and Dan Heng, and couldn't help but reveal a bright and charming smile, saying: "What's wrong with everyone? It's just a joke. I'm not angry."

March 7th immediately laughed too: "Hahaha, I knew it. Sister Himeko wouldn't get angry over words like these."

Himeko shook her head and said: "Who knows, maybe there really will be a chance in the future to transform into an Imaginary attribute in the game."

Hearing this, Welt Yang shook his head slightly and muttered to himself: (It would be better if that kind of thing didn't happen.)

【In the video of the special preview program, Jimi said at this moment: "Ahem, let's take a break first. We'll have more new information later."】

【Following a transition, everyone was seen leaving the hotpot table and arriving in a large hall.】

【Jimi sat in front of a desk, while on the other side, Jing Yuan, Doctor Jiaoqiu, and Yunli sat in chairs from left to right. On the table beside them were a pot of tea and several teacups.】

【Behind the three people and one bird was the scene of March 7th practicing swordplay. One could faintly see beads of sweat on March 7th's cheeks.】

【Next to March 7th's character art was the event related to her—】

【【Initial Flower Sword Training Record】】

【Below that was information about March 7th being invited to become a sword apprentice to Lieutenant Yanqing and Yunli, with the Trailblazer serving as her teaching assistant to help plan her sword training schedule and help March 7th achieve victory in the sword duel...】

【At the very bottom were the reward previews, including standard rewards like Self-Modeling Resin, Tracks of Destiny, and Stellar Jades, as well as special rewards like March 7th's Eidolons.】

【On Jing Yuan's right hand side, there was also what looked like a heating device from Belobog.】

【At this moment, Jimi was heard saying: "Welcome back. Let's take a look at the brand-new event for version 2.4. As the Wardance Ceremony approaches, guests and friends from all sides gather on the Luo Fu."】

【"At the same time, there are people with ill intentions taking the opportunity to stir up trouble."】

【"I wonder if you all remember that representative from the IPC, Scott."】

【Jing Yuan nodded and smiled: "The one who was particularly skilled at bionic performances in Aurum Alley last time."】

【Jimi smiled and said: "Hehe, this time, in order to prove that Xianzhou swordplay is far behind the IPC's technology, Scott not only brought over mechs to provoke us, but also intends to establish his prestige by brandishing his blades on the battlefield."】

【Upon hearing this, Yunli became furious. She pouted her cute little mouth and, wiggling her fair and delicate little feet, said: "What! This is intolerable!!!"】

【"Yunli is going to take 【Old Iron】 and go up there to beat ten of them!"】

【Jing Yuan: "Exactly!"】

Luo Fu Xianzhou.

Seat of Divine Foresight.

Lieutenant Yanqing raised his eyebrows and said: "Hmph, the people of the IPC are short-sighted and narrow-minded. My Xianzhou swordplay is profound and vast; how could it be looked down upon like this?"

"General, Lieutenant Yanqing requests permission. If this person appears, please allow me to challenge him to a duel, so he can see whether my Xianzhou swordplay is truly inferior to the IPC's technology!"

Jing Yuan looked at the excited Lieutenant Yanqing and couldn't help but smile slightly, saying: "Alright, Lieutenant Yanqing, don't be anxious. Just as you said, this person is short-sighted and does not recognize the subtlety of our Xianzhou martial arts."

"Our Xianzhou is full of talent. When the time comes, there will naturally be opportunities to teach him a lesson."

Aurum Alley.

Sushang looked at the content in the video and suddenly felt that the delicious food in her hands was no longer tasty.

"That hateful guy, daring to look down on our Xianzhou swordplay!!!"

Guinaifen saw that Sushang was about to crush the bowl in her hand and quickly said: "Calm down, calm down!"

Livestream.

"Holy crap, is this guy really that brave?"

"Daring to mock Xianzhou swordplay on the Luo Fu—even for someone from the IPC, that's a bit too brave."

"I'm actually looking forward to it. With this kind of courage, I wonder what his background is. I feel that no matter what his background is, even if he were one of the Ten Stonehearts of the IPC, he probably wouldn't mock others like this for no reason."

"It's mocking Xianzhou swordplay!"

"No matter what, this guy is different from the IPC employees I know. He's a bit too reckless."

"I have that feeling too. Do you think this guy is doing this just to prove the power of his mechs, to promote the mech market on the Luo Fu?"

"What are you saying? The Luo Fu's Artisanship Commission has its own mechs. Does it need his?"

"Besides, even if the Luo Fu has the Aurumton Gatekeeper, the Cloud Knights haven't abandoned their swordplay and martial arts. Not to mention, who knows how many rounds his mechs can last against the sword masters there?"

"Hehehe, but Miss Yunli getting angry, wiggling her little feet and pouting, looks so cute."

"Hmph hmph, you have taste. Miss Yunli is just that cute."

Zhuming Xianzhou.

Yunli looked at the content in the video and immediately frowned: "Hmph, daring to look down on Xianzhou swordplay. If I meet you when the time comes, I'll definitely use 【Old Iron】 to show you what swordplay is."

【In the video of the special preview program, looking at the excited Yunli and Jing Yuan, Jimi quickly waved its wings and said: "Teachers, don't be anxious yet. Our little March has actually acted on impulse, uh... stepped forward, and accepted this challenge."】

【"Both sides have agreed to decide the winner in fifteen days."】

【Jing Yuan reacted a bit and said thoughtfully: "Eh, this plot is a bit familiar."】

【"Then can we bring helpers for this challenge?"】

【Jimi spread its wings and nodded with a smile: "Of course. To help little March defeat this hateful IPC representative, the Trailblazer will serve as March 7th's exclusive teaching assistant, tailoring a fifteen-day swordplay crash course for her."】

【Doctor Jiaoqiu listened to Jimi's words, seemingly surprised and incredulous: "Fifteen days? Swordplay? Crash course?"】

【Doctor Jiaoqiu then sighed and said: "Sigh, there is an old saying: 【Haste makes waste】."】

【Yunli quickly cheered and said: "Sigh sigh, you have to have confidence in yourself and little March. After all, our crash course, besides having two professional genius swordsmen, Yunli and Lieutenant Yanqing, personally guiding her, also arranges scientific and reasonable training and travel for relaxation."】

【Jimi also raised its wings and said: "That's right, focusing on a balance of work and rest, with outstanding results. If you don't learn it, it's free."】

Astral Express.

Parlor Car.

After hearing Jimi's words in the video, March 7th widened her eyes and said in shock: "Me? Fifteen days? Swordplay crash course? And a sword duel against a mech?"

Welt Yang looked at March 7th's appearance and was just thinking about how to comfort her when he suddenly heard a burst of laughter—

"Hahahaha, hahahaha."

"This young lady is indeed gifted. Hateful Scott, hateful IPC employee, just you wait. When this young lady's swordplay is perfected, I'll definitely make you look good."

Dan Heng and Welt Yang exchanged a glance, both seeing the helplessness in each other's eyes.

Welt Yang sighed and said earnestly: "March, don't be careless. Since that IPC employee dares to challenge you with a mech, he must have confidence."

"If it were Lieutenant Yanqing, Yunli, or other powerful Xianzhou swordsmen stepping forward, it would be fine. But since you've accepted this battle and can't use your familiar weapons, the situation is likely not optimistic."

Upon hearing this, March 7th nodded, but then revealed a confident look and said: "Mr. Yang, don't worry. Since I have two swordplay masters like Lieutenant Yanqing and Yunli guiding me, and Stelle as my special assistant, it will definitely be fine."

Stelle also put her hands on her hips, puffed out her chest, and said: "Mm, it will definitely be fine!"

"Will we win?"

"We will win."

March 7th responded confidently.

Dan Heng shook his head helplessly and said: "Speaking of which, March, are you really not going to take advantage of the ample time now to learn some swordplay basics?"

Stelle's eyes lit up upon hearing this, and she said: "Eh! That's a good idea. That way, if we really encounter this situation later, it won't be so urgent."

March 7th laughed it off, and for a moment, she couldn't even find an excuse to refuse.

Then, March 7th rubbed her cheeks and said: "To be honest, fifteen days is indeed a bit stressful. But I believe that with famous teachers like Lieutenant Yanqing and Yunli, and a high-achieving student like this young lady, a mere mech is nothing to worry about."

Livestream.

"Good guy, I was wondering why Yunli and Lieutenant Yanqing would suddenly come together to guide March 7th in sword practice. So it concerns the glory of Xianzhou swordplay."

"Doesn't this put a lot of pressure on little March?"