On the train.
March 7th stumbled, nearly falling to the floor.
"Huh?"
"Didn't we refuse Kafka's request?! Why are we still heading to the Luofu?"
Himeko smiled faintly and said, "Don't panic, March. After discussing with Welt, we decided to go to the Luofu—not because we agreed to Kafka's request."
"On the contrary, we need to deliver the Stellaron Hunters' prison-break plans and the imminent Stellaron outbreak to the Luofu's general."
"Oh…" March's expression cleared in understanding.
Stelle stepped forward and added, "Most importantly, we have to protect our train's crew!"
"That Blade guy is a real headache for Dan Heng, right? Someone like him is much safer locked up in the Shackling Prison."
Hearing this, Dan Heng lifted his head, a rare hint of a smile on his face.
"Thanks."
"Woohoo! And this way, we can catch Kafka off guard! I can't wait to see her in a panic!"
Seeing March 7th back to her usual energetic self, Stelle couldn't help but shake her head slightly.
Her eyes dimmed for a moment.
For some reason, she had felt a flicker of concern for Kafka's safety just now.
What the hell?
"…Do I actually see her as a mother figure?"
Pom-Pom nodded and walked up to the group.
"Pom-Pom doesn't like Kafka and doesn't want to follow the game plot written by [Yu Ling]."
"But the path and goals of the Trailblazers must be chosen by the Trailblazers themselves. That is the creed of Akivili."
"Good luck, everyone!"
As Pom-Pom counted down, the warp jump began.
---
Arrival at Xianzhou Luofu.
The Trailblazer team's preparations aligned with the game's storyline.
Naturally, Dan Heng couldn't go to the Luofu, while Himeko stayed on the train to monitor the livestream and maintain communication with the team. If any major deviations from the plot occurred, she could relay them in time.
Just as Welt was about to lead March 7th and Stelle ashore—
Dan Heng suddenly followed.
"Dan Heng?"
"I've decided… I'm coming with you this time."
Under everyone's stunned gazes, Dan Heng spoke firmly. "No matter what, the past is something I must face."
"This time… I won't run away."
His eyes regained their usual calm and sharpness—with an unprecedented resolve burning beneath.
Welt patted his shoulder. "If this is your decision, I respect it."
March 7th, however, looked worried. "Dan Heng, quick! Ask Himeko to check if you ever said this line in the game!"
"Characters who say stuff like this usually end up getting killed off…"
Dan Heng: "…"
Stelle touched the dragon-patterned armor on his shoulder. "How about… you tell us about your hidden powers first? We can leak it early on the Honkai: Star Rail forums!"
Dan Heng: "…"
He was starting to regret this.
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Port docking procedures began.
Unlike the game's plot, where no one responded for ages, they smoothly entered the Luofu's port with the assistance of the staff.
The moment they prepared to step onto the Luofu's soil, Himeko's voice came through their earpieces.
"Everyone, in the game's storyline, you'd encounter Mara-struck soldiers here."
"Though they're no threat to you all… still, be careful."
Welt responded, "Understood."
He immediately drew his cane, his gaze sharp and alert.
Following his lead, Dan Heng, March 7th, and Stelle readied their weapons, fully prepared for battle.
The Jade Gate slowly opened.
The four of them froze on the spot!
Even Welt was momentarily stunned!
Around the densely packed cargo containers was a densely packed crowd!
People stood in small groups, striking poses for photos—making sure the Jade Gate was in the background.
This…
Was clearly not a passenger docking area.
It was a social media hotspot!
The crowd turned at the sound of the gates opening.
A second later—
The place erupted into deafening cheers and applause!
"They're here! The Astral Express is really here!"
"Mr. Welt, I'm your biggest fan!!"
"This is Little Deng's livestream! Finally caught the Express crew—ten likes and I'll go ask the Trailblazers for a selfie!"
Illusory Realm, a fleeting dream—unearth it!
"Miss March 7th, please bless me!"
Welt, Dan Heng, March 7th, and Stelle stood there, completely dumbfounded!
They had never seen anything like this!
Welt hastily put away his cane, and the other three followed suit.
But then—
The crowd surged forward like zombies breaking loose!
Dan Heng reacted fastest, immediately trying to retreat through the still-open Jade Gate.
After years away, his homeland had become terrifying!
Stelle and March 7th followed close behind.
March had often joked about wanting to get famous—but now, faced with this frenzy, she realized:
Being too popular was a *nightmare*!
Just then—
Squads of Cloud Knights rushed in from both sides, weapons gleaming coldly, descending like divine reinforcements.
They formed a defensive line between the crowd and the Trailblazers.
Leading them was the Sky-Faring Commission's helm master—Yukong.
"Apologies for the scare, Nameless."
"General Jing Yuan anticipated your arrival. Please, follow me."
To be continued…
Guys, I am sick, that's why I did not post.
Also, like I said before , the story will be on a temp hiatus till I get 2-3 subs!