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"...I remember you said you have only known each other for a little over two years?" There was a hint of sourness in Heita's words.
"It's only been more than three years including the time he disappeared. But the moment is indeed more brilliant. In this short time, I figured it out - only constant change can be truly eternal."
"Oh, this is dialectical thinking. Ying, you have made progress again." Kong praised.
"It's because you keep repeating these things to me every day."
Ying let go of Sora's arm after a scolding sound:
"Do you have time tonight?"
“…Ah, that…”
"He made an appointment with me to do an experiment tonight." Heita hurriedly reminded Ying not to intercept him, and gave this indecisive man a fierce look.
Why don't you show the same courage you showed when you chopped Ahaha and refuse these women's requests for extra food?
"By the way - when you were fooling around with those girls, a purple-haired rememberer came on the bus to look for Himeko."
"Hmm? Black Swan is on board?"
"It's not a ride, it's just a meme visit. Jizi asked me to tell you that Yiting has observed that Fengzao's gaze has arrived at Yalilo VI with Natasha's return. Mystic should have the next move soon. This time we can observe how Fengzao communicates with or fights against other star gods."
Her tone became excited again - observing the "social interaction" of the Star God almost at close range was much more exciting than simulating the universe, and Ruan Mei could also take this opportunity to improve the data of the original body she cultivated.
In fact, with psychic communication, all this information can be transmitted immediately, but Ji Zi seemed to have determined that Kong Yi would enter a completely "indescribable" period after nine o'clock in the evening, so she deliberately asked the black tower to convey it.
...Himeko and Pam both supported him in protecting Natasha out of a sense of justice, and Sora was determined to ensure that their "chivalry" was rewarded rather than oppressed by malice.
He understands that a good person is sometimes worse than a bad person.
"Black Tower, is the thing in the No. 2 petri dish that Ruan Mei originally planned to breed a test subject under control now?"
"? Why are you asking me instead of asking her directly?"
Black Tower said.
"I still have to maintain my cool personality in her eyes."
Sora reached out his hand.
"Cold and arrogant...Puchi."
Heita couldn't help but laugh, for Kong's "self-awareness" and also for his mischief.
After Ruan Mei confessed everything, Heita was shocked by her ambition. Of course, he was more curious and expectant:
"It's uncontrollable. According to calculations, once the slices of the Breeding Order leave the restraints and the culture dish, they can only move for 52 seconds - but its power will not be greatly reduced. It can easily wipe out the conventional forces on a planet before being annihilated."
As exaggerated as the description of the black tower sounds, there is actually no fluctuation in the description... To put it simply, it is probably the difference between the actual machine operation and the CG performance.
Strictly speaking, the train now has star-blasting-level weapons, but the energy required to destroy the ecology on the surface of a planet is far from the energy required to instantly blow up the core of the planet.
"How does it compare to Doommon?"
"It's definitely stronger. The Doomsday Beast is nothing but a piece of crap. There were so many planets that were eaten by the locust plague. Just by looking at the simulated data of the insect swarms led by the Envoys in the simulated universe, you should know the destructive power of these things."
Heita shook his head: "Are you planning to let Ruan Mei release that thing when you run into trouble? Forget it, it absolutely cannot distinguish between friend and foe, and once it is released, it cannot be retrieved-"
"It's only 52 seconds anyway. When facing the Cancer of All Worlds, the Breeding will definitely resist. The nature of the star core fits the destiny of 'destruction'. Compared with us, a hodgepodge of destiny walkers, it should prioritize attacking the Rift Creation."
"...I'm taking it for granted. Wait, that's not necessarily true. How about calling Screw up and having a seminar with him?"
Heita's eyes sparkled with interest.
"Buzz."
"Sorry... Wait a moment, there's a text message."
But when Sora was stirring up Black Tower's emotions, he pulled out his vibrating cell phone.
The chat box did not show the sender's name and IP address, only one sentence that made him frown:
"Did you have fun?"
277. I’m sorry, Xier!
Honestly, Kong couldn't think of anyone other than Aha who would tease him with such a text message with an indecipherable tone but hint of pleasure.
However, the other party concealed his IP and nickname, which is an "illegal" act in the traceable communication process of Interstellar Peace Company, and the capable acquaintances disdain to do so.
After much thought, he locked on a "familiar stranger".
[Kafka?]
he asked tentatively.
[It's me. Silver Wolf has been showing off her apartment in Pierpoint these days, and she can't keep any secrets from me and Elio, so I'm curious about how you get along with her - outside of the script.]
The other party admitted it readily.
【Fortunately, she lived a fulfilling life.】 Sora used a double meaning.
That was indeed very fulfilling.
[Although not many memories have been restored, your relationship is still as good as before. I feel relieved.]
[Are you on a mission?] The best way to explore the interpersonal relationship filled by Party A is to chat with the other party. Seeing that Kafka, the mysterious woman, seemed to be quite talkative in the text message, Sora sat down and signaled Heita to continue playing chess with Ying while he finished his business.
[In the original script, your journey would be short and the disaster would be quelled quickly, but Elio saw new possibilities—your plan needs time to brew, which can make the "relationship" stronger, so... I'm taking a vacation.]
[There is also a saying among Star Core Hunters that they work five days a week and rest two days a week? ]
[It's more comfortable than that. If you don't leave Yalilo VI, the next scene between me and Silver Wolf will be postponed indefinitely. During this period, we can do whatever we want. ]
Kafka's message "The other party is typing" appeared for a while before she sent another message: [I used the mixture, and it fits in very well with the Word Spirit. Thank you.]
But Silver Wolf didn’t leave the train to deliver the goods?
Sora raised an eyebrow, then remembered the magical cassette.
The Star Core Hunters should also have some extraordinary logistical means, but that’s not the point.
[It would be great if it could be useful. Kafka, I also have a lot of things to ask you, do you have time to make a psychic call now? ]
[It's not very convenient here, just type whatever you want to ask. ]
Didn't he go on a mission? And psychic communication should be much more private than cell phones.
[Then I really asked. ]
But Kong didn't care about these trivial things and took a deep breath:
【What was our relationship before? 】
【You are the most important person to me. 】
【…】
Even though it was a super straight ball, Sora was not surprised at all.
It's just that Kafka played a trick. She didn't say what this most important relationship was. Was it lovers or siblings? Or maybe brother and sister?
[Do you think I'm being perfunctory? Haha, the reason I say this is because our relationship is too complicated to be described by just one relationship.]
She began to type again the incomprehensible words:
[I am very envious of Silver Wolf going to play with you, but I cannot go to your side before your next stop, so I can only ask those girls to take good care of you on my behalf.]
He had deliberately mentioned his female companion - Sora realized that Kafka and he might have some romantic feelings for each other, but this was not a question that was convenient to ask.
【Where is the next stop?】
【It is the hometown of those to whom you bestow favors.】
All we're asking is if we can stop doing that Riddler thing.
Sora scratched his scalp and began to get annoyed.
As if she had sensed Kong's impatience, Kafka did not continue to say anything vague, but instead sent him a photo and a recording.
The gorgeous concert hall is in the style of the 1920s. Kafka's gorgeous face only occupies a small part of the photo, but this time she did not wear the unique makeup that could hypnotize others. Instead, she wore a more normal light makeup and did not even wear cosmetic contact lenses. The high stands, reverberating speakers, and the gilded wiring in the room created a subtle, suffocating sense of oppression.
I see. I don't make psychic calls because I don't want the voices in my head to mix with the symphony in my ears.
The recording was the first movement of the Four Seasons Concerto - "Winter", but it always felt a little weird to listen to a symphony alone - or maybe she had calculated that Kong would be willing to accompany her remotely.
[You used to like listening to me play the violin. Do you still like it now? ]
Combined with the photo of her smiling face, Kong felt that this woman was deliberately flirting with him.
[Why don't you play a piece for me?] Although Kong was always humble when being teased, he would always tease back without hesitation when being teased - this was a matter of dignity for a veteran.
[Wait until we get back. I’ll play it for you alone.]
After a brief flirtation, Kong thought it would be better to take advantage of the other party's still being interested and ask a little more about the Hunter's internal arrangements.
[Does Elio have any suggestions? For example, does he have any suggestions on how to bring in the Star Gods to watch over me?]
[Oh? You actually need him to give you advice? I see you've done much better than expected——]
[Let’s put things in perspective. If the goal is to kill or replace a certain guy, you must now strengthen your connection with non-hostile Star Gods.]
[Your choices have always been right, and I think they will continue to be right. Elio is very satisfied.]
It seems that for now he can still vaguely "maintain" his relationship with other hunters... Although Kafka's words were very vague, Kong roughly knew the attitude of this organization towards certain Star Gods.
Judging by the goals of the star gods he is currently actively connecting with, the Star Core Hunter's camp should be defined as "chaotic good" using the DND system.
Although the premise was confusing, at least the core goal was good...his instincts were not wrong.
In this case, in addition to the relationship with Silver Wolf, he can also try to give other hunters some convenience:
[Silver Wolf's wanted warrant has been cancelled, and he is living a comfortable life now... You often go on missions, do you need to get some identities? Or cancel the wanted warrant? I can help you in the company's jurisdiction. ]
[Hehe, I don't need it. My role requires me to be a "bad guy" who is not accepted by everyone. Please leave your kindness to her.]
【she?】
[It's getting late, Sora. I'll stop here today. I've sent you and Silver Wolf some small gifts to celebrate your step beyond ordinary friends. Good night.]
After leaving this message, Kafka’s untraceable IP disappeared.
The photos and recordings from before can still be heard, but the contact no longer exists, like a ghost, coming and going as it pleases.
Okay, you're trying to hook people, right?