Chapter 625: Returning to the Luo Fu, Revisiting Old Haunts

【In the game's story, Following Dan Heng looks at March 7th and continues: "Aside from the star-skiff patrol performances, it's nothing more than a martial arts and sword-fighting competition. It's no different from the Tycocan motorized ball games we've seen."】

The livestream chat.

"But honestly, I feel like this flag has already been raised; it's hard to say what will happen next."

"Haha, but judging by Following Dan Heng's tone when discussing the Xianzhou, he really is able to face the Luo Fu Xianzhou with composure now."

"Indeed, regardless of anything else, this is certainly a good thing."

"And I have a feeling that Following Dan Heng also wants to take this opportunity to return to the Luo Fu."

"Haha, I have that feeling too."

"But that's fine too; Following Dan Heng is truly no longer affected by his past."

"Hahaha, I just remembered something. It seems it was mentioned in the game that at Tycocan, they accidentally smashed a huge hole in a certain place."

"Hahahaha, that's a bit awkward."

【In the game's story, Welt Yang looks at Himeko beside him and says: "Himeko, what do you think? Given the train's current situation, if we accept Ms. Black Swan's proposal, we should arrange an 【Exploration Journey】 to Amphoreus to refuel."】

【Himeko ponders slightly and says: "Time isn't exactly tight. This 【Exploration Journey】 is a special case. Before heading to the next stop, the train should also make preparations regarding supplies and support."】

【"As it happens, with Ms. Herta acting as a go-between, I had intended to bring back an ancient beast's remains from the 【Ginnungagap Deep Domain】 for Genius Society member #81, Ruan Mei, as a favor exchange. But calculating it this way, it will take at least a few weeks before we can return."】

【Hearing this, March 7th's expression becomes visibly disappointed, and she says in a dispirited tone: "Oh, so that means... we can't go to the Luo Fu after all."】

The livestream chat.

"Hahaha, Miss March 7th is just too cute, hahahaha, that disappointed and pitiful little look."

"Cute little March, really, I'm always happy whenever I see her."

"Poor March 7th, don't worry, Miss Himeko and Mr. Welt are so reasonable, they will definitely think of a way to satisfy everyone."

"That's true, but the main reason is because we already knew from the preview that March 7th would come to the Luo Fu, right?"

"Hahahaha, indeed, and I still remember that March 7th of the Hunt path only comes about during this trip."

"However, judging by the conversation between Miss Himeko and Mr. Welt, the next new world really is Amphoreus, which Miss Black Swan mentioned, right?"

"Yes, and this is a brand-new horizon that hasn't been explored before. Thinking about what interesting people and events will appear makes me look forward to it."

"But there shouldn't be time for now; after all, this version is about heading to the Luo Fu Xianzhou."

"And they also mentioned Ms. Herta and Miss Ruan Mei. It seems acquaintances from the Genius Society also have connections with the train."

"Ms. Herta isn't surprising, but Miss Ruan Mei is truly a bit of a surprise."

"But if we follow the plan, we have to go to the 【Ginnungagap Deep Domain】 Himeko mentioned, and also attend General Jing Yuan's invitation. The time is clearly not enough."

"Could it be splitting up? After all, if we want to do both, that's the only way."

【In the game's story, seeing March 7th's disappointed look, Himeko smiles and says gently: "Little March, maintaining relationships is the small price one must pay for adult life. Since the Luo Fu Xianzhou has issued an invitation, then as friends, the Astral Express should naturally attend."】

【Himeko looks at everyone and says: "I plan to arrange it this way: Pom-Pom will send everyone to the Luo Fu first. Afterward, Mr. Welt and I will continue on to fulfill the agreement with Ruan Mei. Stelle, March, and Following Dan Heng can attend the ceremony as representatives of the train."】

【Welt Yang looks at Stelle and Following Dan Heng and says: "You two, no problems, right?"】

【Stelle, with a mischievous smile and hands on her hips, says: "I want to play with the fossils!"】

【March 7th quickly says: "Hey, hey, Himeko and Mr. Yang are going to do serious scientific research! How could ancient beast fossils be more fun than watching martial arts and sword fighting?"】

【"Besides, you have the most friends on the Luo Fu. If you don't go, I won't even know where to go to have fun! You have to lead the way."】

The livestream chat.

"Hahaha, the Trailblazer really doesn't take the usual path."

"But honestly, I'm actually quite curious about these ancient beast fossils too."

"Haha, March 7th's anxious look is so cute, she's afraid the Trailblazer won't go with her."

"After all, if even the Trailblazer doesn't go, and it's just March 7th and Following Dan Heng, the excitement would plummet, and March 7th would be very bored."

"Sigh, maintaining interpersonal relationships, the small price of adult life, it really is a sudden heaviness, Miss Himeko."

"I feel the same way. Regardless, regarding this point, it really is helpless."

"Fortunately, my social circle is relatively narrow, so I don't have this trouble."

"I'm just too lazy to do it; mainly because some people aren't worth it."

【In the game's story, Pom-Pom sees that everyone has finished discussing and says: "Since all passengers have reached a consensus, let's prepare to warp to the Xianzhou 【Luo Fu】, Pom."】

【After the subsequent plan was basically determined, everyone prepared to head to the next stop.】

【In the optional choices in the game, when interacting with Himeko and Welt Yang, one could also hear their conversation about the destination.】

【Welt Yang ponders and says: "【Ginnungagap Deep Domain】... What does she want to find there? Currently, all research on ancient beasts only proves that we know nothing about this kind of life..."】

【Himeko smiles slightly: "Knowing nothing, that seems to be the realm where geniuses take action. What science needs to do is poke a hole in the veil of ignorance..."】

【The conversation between the two adults is filled with complex terminology, from 【Hypothetical Astro-Biochemistry】 to 【Cross-Dimensional Evolutionary Theory】, and the carriage is filled with a dull and incomprehensible atmosphere.】

【Stelle looks at the discussion between Welt Yang and Himeko, feeling only that her head is spinning, and can only say goodbye at the end: "You two, have a safe trip."】

【Himeko smiles and says softly: "Don't miss us too much. If I see any interesting ancient beast fossils, I'll bring back a few as souvenirs for you."】

The livestream chat.

"Hahaha, is this the content of adult discussions? It's truly incomprehensible but sounds impressive."

"I think it should be the painful aura of a poor student."

"This is a sad story, I'm a poor student too."

"It's as if anyone isn't a poor student."

"Uh... sorry, I'm really not a top student."

"Who asked you! Who asked you!"

"But has Ruan Mei made a new breakthrough in her research on life? To think she's going to study these ancient beasts this time."

"Himeko sees it clearly. Geniuses like Miss Ruan Mei must all love the unknown. If everything were laid bare, I'm afraid there would be no desire to research."

"Ha, that's true."

"But this time, Mr. Welt and Himeko are not here, and it's back to our original trio."

"Hey, it really is like that. I remember the first stop, Belobog, was also these three together. It's been a long time."

Herta Space Station.

In the office, Herta shows a smile, arms crossed, fingers tapping gently on her arms: "Ancient beasts, did Ruan Mei discover life within them?"

Luo Fu Xianzhou.

Exalting Sanctum.

Jing Yuan looks at the plot in the game and also ponders to himself: (Xianzhou Martial Arts Ceremony, inviting the Astral Express, the two Generals from the Yaoqing and Zhuming coming to the Luo Fu together, hmm...)

【In the game's story, Stelle comes to the other side and gathers with March 7th and Following Dan Heng.】

【March 7th is full of excitement, squinting her eyes and smiling: "Himeko really understands people. Hehe, between ancient beast fossils and the martial arts ceremony, the latter sounds more interesting."】

【Speaking of this, March 7th looks at Following Dan Heng and says expectantly: "By the way... Following Dan Heng, this time going to the Luo Fu, you'll get off the train and walk around with us, right?"】

【Following Dan Heng looks at March 7th and Stelle and says steadily: "Leave you and Stelle to wander around the Luo Fu? I can't rest easy."】

【"Besides, Mr. Welt is right. The Jianmu disaster has just subsided, and both long-lived and short-lived species are still shaken. Jing Yuan choosing to hold the martial arts ceremony at this time is clearly to demonstrate the stability of the Luo Fu to the outside world."】

【"Since he issued an invitation, in terms of reason and sentiment, I should go see an old friend."】

The livestream chat.

"Hahahaha, as expected of one of the three most reliable members of the train crew. Without Following Dan Heng, just March 7th and the Trailblazer, honestly, I don't feel very confident."

"Who says not? Following Dan Heng really gives a sense of security."

"He's like a big brother next door!"

"Old friend, hehehe, Following Dan Heng finally acknowledged Jing Yuan."

"It could also be the friendship of fighting side by side on the Luo Fu Xianzhou before. Even counting from there, they are old friends."

"Hehehe, did you notice? Everyone else calls him General, only Following Dan Heng calls him Jing Yuan directly." ===== CHAPTER 626 =====