Luofu.
Exalting Sanctum Square.
The players gathered here to watch the storyline were always a sea of people.
This moment was no exception.
Although the climax had passed.
And it was now the epilogue.
Many players were still excitedly discussing the previous scene!
"Once again, it was our General Jing Yuan who took action!"
"Jing Yuan said: I'm up, I one-shot it!"
"That part was so cool... the moment the BGM kicked in, my tears just started flowing!"
"Wuwu, this is our Xianzhou!"
"It got my blood boiling!"
"As a Luofu player, I'm truly proud!"
The square felt like it was celebrating New Year!
Some even set off fireworks and firecrackers!
In this lively and harmonious atmosphere.
The crowd began to slowly disperse.
After all.
The climax of the story had passed.
What remained were just some wrap-up scenes.
There was no need to follow the main group anymore.
Half of the players chose to stay.
Planning to watch Penacony's future plans before leaving.
The atmosphere in the square became extremely relaxed and leisurely.
Little Gui's livestream.
At this moment.
In the hotel corridor.
Stelle and March 7th encountered Black Swan.
Black Swan was explaining the situation that had just occurred.
"Although the General's strike was timely, its destructive power was immense. When the powers of Emanators clashed, ordinary people were inevitably affected."
"However, fortunately, the Dreamscape (Memory Zone) is also my domain... I managed to get everyone out before the Choir of Resonance collapsed."
March 7th suddenly understood, "Oh, so that's what happened! Thank you, Miss Black Swan."
"You're welcome. After all, I didn't want to see precious memories disappear. You're going to meet your companions, right? Mind if I accompany you for a short while?"
Black Swan was now a clear ally.
There was naturally no objection to traveling together.
At the bar counter.
Dan Heng and Boothill successfully joined up.
Black Swan introduced, "We happened to meet while pursuing someone and coincidentally discovered that Mr. Sunday was brewing a shocking conspiracy..."
"So we found you to assist the Astral Express Crew in saving the world."
Boothill, with his hands on his hips, said confidently, "No need to be polite! We Galaxy Rangers are all about helping those in need—right, Brother Dan Heng? Isn't that how the old saying goes on Xianzhou?"
"More or less."
At that moment.
March 7th suddenly asked suspiciously, "Wait a minute, this is the first time I've heard about chasing someone… Who could you possibly be chasing onto the train?"
"Haha, good question! Of course, it's…"
Boothill's laughter suddenly froze.
Like an old tape recorder getting stuck.
He looked awkwardly at Dan Heng.
"Who was it again? Uh, Brother Dan Heng, do you remember?"
[Why the suspense?]
"No, no, I really can't seem to remember. Weird, my brain chip isn't malfunctioning…"
Dan Heng shook his head, "…I don't seem to remember either."
"Uh… Ah, forget it! If none of us can remember, it probably means that person was just some petty thief, not important. Anyway, it doesn't affect our understanding of the situation."
"Hmm, once everything is settled, I'll try to trace it back in the memory domain," Black Swan said with a smile.
"Everyone, let's go find Miss Himeko? Little Gui, as the little star of Penacony, the entire hotel is worried about her safety."
"Mm, you're right. Let's head to the lobby then."
What seemed like just a routine wrap-up…
But something felt off in their conversation!
Guinaifen was quick to notice the anomaly in the scene.
Rubbing her chin.
"Something's not right… Something's off!"
"Why would they forget about Acheron here?"
"Acheron is one of the most crucial characters in the Penacony storyline, and she's had plenty of shining moments in the plot!"
"Could it be… that the [Nihility] trait on Acheron causes people to subconsciously forget her?"
"Hmm… I think my explanation makes sense, Little Gui!"
The comments immediately started pouring in.
…
"The weight of Nihility…"
"Is this what a [Self-Annihilator] is?"
"Sigh, my heart aches for Sister Acheron!"
"It's okay, I'll remember Acheron!!"
"I pulled Acheron in 160 pulls and had to hit the hard pity—how could I forget? What would make me forget?"
"??? Wait, that's not right…"
"I can't agree with Little Gui's take! I think something's fishy here… I suspect Black Swan had a hand in this. Don't forget, she's a Memokeeper—altering memories is a piece of cake for her!"
"But why would she do that?"
"Could it be another Memokeeper causing trouble?"
…
In the live stream.
A hint of suspicion suddenly emerged amidst the otherwise positive atmosphere.
However.
Guinaifen didn't dwell on it too much.
After all, so many companions were right in front of her!
What could possibly go wrong?
With that confidence.
She continued with the story.
Arriving at the lobby.
She immediately spotted Jing Yuan's figure, as well as Himeko and Old Yang in conversation with him.
The two sides were engaged in some mutual flattery.
When the protagonist arrived, the tone of the conversation instantly became more playful.
Jing Yuan smiled and said, "Look, here comes our great hero."
[What, thinking about me?]
After a brief exchange of pleasantries.
They began reviewing the main events.
Himeko said, "Now I can be certain that he truly intended to face us in a fair duel. Otherwise, he could have easily eliminated us back then… without breaking a sweat."
"Speaking of the head of the Oak Family… where is he now?"
Jing Yuan replied, "It's complicated, but to put it simply, he is now the former head of the Oak Family."
"The company identified him as the principal person in charge of the family's branch in Penacony, holding him accountable for the turmoil on behalf of the family under the pretext of threatening galactic peace, and handed the case over to Pier Point for trial…"
"But the family immediately branded him and the remnants of the Order as enemies, insisting that the unrest was an internal rebellion. This way, the company, both in principle and in practice, could not intervene in the family's internal affairs."
Guinaifen nodded thoughtfully.
Everything was unfolding as expected!
The slight doubts that had arisen earlier were gradually dissipating…
Next.
Jing Yuan invited Stelle to witness the negotiations with the company.
Guinaifen showed a look of keen interest.
"Folks! The highlight is coming up!"
"It involves the final ownership of Penacony…"
"Aventurine and the others paid such a low price, so they're probably just starting to make their move now!"
"I wonder how the company will exploit this event to gain benefits?"
"Let's learn from this!"
Soon.
They arrived at the designated location.
Standing in front of the sofa were three familiar figures!
Aventurine, Topaz… and Dr. Ratio!
…
"Awesome! It's the company team!"
"My godfather."
"The pursuit team gathering."
"It's such a relief to see Aventurine safe and sound!"
"Aventurine truly embodies [Preservation]; he looks no different from before."
"Wait, Jade isn't taking the field herself? Even after losing a Cornerstone?"
"These three are definitely discussing how to carve up Penacony."
…
They stepped forward to engage in conversation.
Aventurine greeted them first, "Long time no see, members of the Astral Express."
"And to you as well, General of the Luofu. With all of you present as witnesses, I'm sure this negotiation will conclude with a result satisfactory to all parties."
Jing Yuan: "Oh? It seems you already have some expectations. Care to share?"
"Of course. Go ahead, Topaz?"
"Alright, I'll take it from here."
"In summary, it's good news—after deliberation and voting at the Strategic Investment Department's major affairs committee meeting, the following resolution was passed with an overwhelming majority:"
"Based on long-term considerations for interstellar peace and authorized by Pier Point headquarters, the Strategic Investment Department will, on behalf of the company, permanently relinquish any claim to Penacony's sovereignty and unconditionally support the family's reconstruction efforts in Penacony."
After listening to Topaz deliver this statement in an official tone…
Guinaifen was left stunned in front of the screen!
She might as well have written "unbelievable" on her face!
"Huh??"
"Why are these all words I know, but when put together, I can't understand them?"
"Are you sure this is a resolution passed by the company?"
"[Permanently relinquish]?!"
"[Unconditionally support]!?"
"Seeing these phrases in a company resolution, I…"
"I've truly witnessed something extraordinary today!"
…
"What on earth?"
"What am I supposed to learn from this?"
"No way, absolutely no way!"
"This must be some kind of company conspiracy!!"
"Not even sci-fi movies would dare to write something like this!"
"If this were real, I'd eat my—!"
"Unconditional support from the company... Hahaha, that's hilarious!"
"Funny, too funny!"
"Yu Ling's storyline has issues, bros..."
"This would never happen in real life!"
"The Penacony plot feels a bit rushed and anticlimactic."
"I'm out, bros. Too fake, can't watch anymore."