"Help me survive?"
Firefly was somewhat puzzled and unsure.
Kafka nodded slightly.
She said, "Of course, 'survive' has two meanings here."
"First, based on Elio's original script, we deduced that Firefly... you, might face a powerful enemy here."
"That enemy could pose a great threat to your life, even... death."
"So, I want to ensure you can successfully overcome this death."
"Second, it's to find The Watchmaker's legacy."
"Perhaps... that legacy could cure your Entropy Loss Syndrome, allowing you to continue living in the future."
"After all, it's the legacy left by The Watchmaker. It might be some kind of substance that can suppress entropy loss."
"Even if it's not, it would at least be a valuable treasure."
"This trip won't be a loss for us."
Kafka's words were concise and clear.
Her tone carried a sense of determination.
A touch of emotion flashed in Firefly's eyes.
She understood clearly!
Kafka and Silver Wolf's intentions were actually very pure.
It had nothing to do with The Watchmaker's legacy.
They were here to help her!
In previous events, it wasn't uncommon for one of the Stellaron Hunters to be involved.
And others, even when they had no direct connection, would still come to assist without hesitation.
Although, most of the time, it was because of the existence of the [script].
No special reason was needed.
"Elio's script says so"... that reason was enough.
And now, even after the script became ineffective, Kafka and Silver Wolf were still willing to help her unconditionally.
This... truly moved Firefly!
Although the Stellaron Hunters were a group of dangerous individuals not recognized by the mainstream in the universe, perhaps, during this time together, some kind of bond had truly formed...
"Oh, by the way, Blade is also on his way," Silver Wolf added.
"According to Blade, there seems to be some movement on Xianzhou's side."
"Jing Yuan might be sending himself as a surprise force..."
"So, what do we do next?" Firefly asked.
"Wait and observe," Kafka replied.
"Simply put, we'll first watch the in-game storyline unfold."
"To be honest, I'm quite interested in that woman named Acheron."
"She should be the enemy you'll face."
Silver Wolf opened the micro-computer on her wrist.
After casually operating it a few times, she said:
"Let's not continue talking here anymore."
"I hacked into a user's account, so we can temporarily check into the hotel under her identity."
"Conveniently, it's on this very floor."
"Let's head to that room first."
The three of them began walking down the hallway.
Just as they reached the end of the corridor,
they all stopped in their tracks simultaneously.
Kafka narrowed her eyes,
revealing a meaningful expression. "Do you feel it?"
"The concentration of memory essence in this area is unusually high. It's definitely man-made," Firefly stated with certainty.
"Seems our neighbor is quite capable," Silver Wolf teased.
An electronic interface appeared in front of her.
After quickly inputting a string of code,
the door opened.
Meanwhile, Firefly's gaze lingered on the blank wall beside the corridor.
This section seemed slightly longer than the distances on other floors.
The discrepancy was subtle.
If one didn't pay close attention, it could easily be overlooked.
In Firefly's vision,
a door appeared there.
The room's owner was currently on the other side of that door,
facing her across the divide.
Firefly sighed.
She turned around.
Since the other party harbored no ill intentions,
merely hiding themselves within this hotel in Penacony,
she wouldn't deliberately expose them.
After all,
the identity of the Stellaron Hunters was equally unsuited for the light!
Now they had become neighbors with that peculiar guest.
No matter what movements the other made,
she believed that either she, Kafka, or Silver Wolf would notice immediately.
Closing the door,
everything returned to calm.
Inside the hidden room,
Black Swan showed a look of surprise.
Facing Acheron's questioning gaze,
she shook her head.
"They're not the family's Bloodhounds."
"But... far more powerful than Bloodhounds."
"Their aura is profound and dangerous."
Black Swan closed her eyes.
Her vision pierced through layers of obstruction,
reconstructing the [memory] of the corridor from moments ago.
The images of Firefly, Kafka, and Silver Wolf appeared in the scene.
"They're Stellaron Hunters..."
Black Swan's gaze gradually turned grave.
Now,
things had become even more complicated and troublesome!
If this had been before,
she would have definitely followed these three in secret.
After all, the memories of Stellaron Hunters were undoubtedly a valuable "treasure"!
But now,
with this big shot by her side...
Her memories alone were already profound enough!
Black Swan was truly feeling... a bit overwhelmed.
Meanwhile, Acheron showed a look of confusion.
"That little girl... Firefly, she's actually a member of the Stellaron Hunters?"
"This is quite unexpected."
In the previous storyline.
Although Acheron noticed that Firefly in the plot was somewhat different from an ordinary girl.
—She had a decisiveness and firmness akin to a seasoned veteran.
But she never expected.
That Firefly was actually part of the Stellaron Hunters!
Black Swan speculated, "Among the known Stellaron Hunters, there are Kafka, Silver Wolf, Blade, and Sam."
"But it's not impossible that there are others in the Stellaron Hunters."
"Or perhaps, Firefly is a target member the Stellaron Hunters are planning to recruit..."
Of course.
There's another possibility.
One that Black Swan didn't voice.
Because even she found it a bit too far-fetched!
—Firefly is Sam.
Black Swan shook her head inwardly.
How could that be?
The two aren't even in the same style!
Sam, the Molten Knight, remnants of the Glamoth Iron Cavalry, a genetically modified warrior from birth, with a cognition different from ordinary people... a dangerous individual no less than Kafka and Blade.
How could she be the same as the adorable girl Firefly?
Uh...
It shouldn't be possible, right?
...
"Impossible."
"Absolutely impossible!"
In another room.
Silver Wolf let out a surprised exclamation.
Drawing the attention of Kafka and Firefly.
"What's wrong?"
Silver Wolf looked at Kafka with a complicated expression.
"Kafka, you, you finally stood up."
"Huh?"
Kafka was taken aback.
"Related to me?"
Silver Wolf nodded vigorously.
Firefly thought Silver Wolf was intently staring at the screen, perhaps investigating family data or something similar.
But instead.
Silver Wolf projected a screen in front of the two.
Excitedly saying, "After a major version update."
"Kafka, you finally got your follow-up teammate!"
"The first limited five-star character of version 2.0—Black Swan!"
"Her skill mechanics are designed around DoT damage!"
"She can form a Kafka-Black Swan combo with you!"
"The golden age of DoT teams is coming!"
"DoT teams are standing up!"
"I just tried it in Pure Fiction."
"Even with a set of shabby Relics, I easily scored 40,000 points!"
"Excited, Kafka?"
Kafka tilted her head.
Of course, she also plays Honkai: Star Rail.
But she's not as obsessed with in-game stats as Silver Wolf.
She usually only pulls for characters she likes.
Such as Silver Wolf, Blade, and Kafka herself.
All with 6+5 configurations.
Anyway, it's all about overpowering.
Although Silver Wolf could also effortlessly pull for full Eidolons and weapons.
She herself stated.
The game is more fun when played as a casual player!
Just getting the monthly and premium passes is enough.
Using her own understanding, team composition, and strategies to clear high-difficulty dungeons.
But...
"Since you put it that way, I'll pull for a Black Swan then."
"Oh right, you said... you, me, and Bladie are all in the banner."
"When will Firefly be added to the banner?"
Silver Wolf glanced at Firefly.
Replying, "Soon."
"But she'll probably become a boss first."
Firefly was stunned.
"I become a boss in the game?"
"That would probably be in Sam's form then."
"I'm really looking forward to how Yu Ling will design my skills."
"I hope it's something cool!"