Collapse Iron: Cosplaying the Near-Death Star, but with a full destiny.

"So... how come there are two Miss Xing?"

Although Alan is usually quiet, he couldn't pretend to be calm at a time like this.

He looked at the pale-faced Shihoshi lying on the stretcher, and at the shocking broken right hand, his brows furrowing into a deep frown.

"Well... the situation is a bit complicated."

As the official commentator for the train crew, March 7th had no choice but to bite the bullet and go on stage.

She scratched her head and brought out the story she had previously agreed upon (though we hadn't really discussed it much).

"Simply put... this person is also a star, but they traveled from another... time and space! Yes, a parallel time and space! They went through a great battle over there, were severely injured, and then suddenly appeared here."

Xing nodded frantically beside her, "Yes, yes, that's right! That's exactly it! She's my...sister! My sister from another dimension!"

Estelle and Alan: OO? ? ?

Although Ms. Black Tower had mentioned this possibility before.

But seeing it with my own eyes

I heard this explanation with my own ears.

These two permanent residents of the space station still felt that their worldview had been slightly shaken.

However, as expected of Estella, who is well-traveled and knowledgeable (actually, rich and knowledgeable), there is nothing she cannot accept, and she quickly accepted this setting.

The point isn't where she came from, but rather that her pitiful state is heartbreaking.

"My God... Miss Xing from that timeline... she actually suffered so much..."

As Estella looked at Hoshino on the stretcher, that special kind of sympathy that comes with being a young lady instantly welled up inside her.

She wanted to reach out and hold Hoshino's hand, but she was afraid of touching her injury, so her fingers froze in mid-air, caught in a dilemma.

No! Station Master Ai! Miss! Your gaze is putting so much pressure on me!

I'm really not that bad off!

After all, they can't feel much pain.

I only know that my health is poor from other people's words, and I can't actually feel much of it.

Otherwise, Hoshino wouldn't be so cheerful.

But that's not how others see it...

Mohoshi's attention quickly shifted again.

So, are you about to send me some treasure?

Can a rich woman's compassion be cashed out?

How about you send me a weapon with full star rating for self-defense?

Or you could just send me a huge sum of money!

The little voice inside the star is frantically waving flags and shouting, hoping for the arrival of some kind of "money power".

But on the surface...

She could only look at Estella with those lifeless eyes.

Then, with extreme weakness and effort, he moved his lips and made a sound so faint it was almost inaudible:

"……It's fine."

Three words.

Estella's eyes instantly reddened.

"How can you be alright! You're injured like this and you're still comforting me..."

She turned and called out to Alan.

"Alan! Look at her! How sensible and strong she is! Hurry up and take out what you prepared!"

Alan nodded sullenly.

Suddenly, he pulled out a... thermal lunchbox from the big bag he always carried on his back?

It's still that old-fashioned, metal-cased, insulated lunchbox that looks like it's been used for a long time.

As soon as the lid was opened, a rich aroma instantly filled the air.

It was a huge bowl full of... fried rice with eggs.

Golden rice grains, bright green scallions, diced ham sprinkled among them, and the signature perfectly fried egg on top.

This is definitely Alan's handmade, heartfelt, and possibly even space station-supplied super fried rice.

"...Well, I heard that Miss Hoshi prefers to eat...something substantial."

Alan handed the lunchbox to Xing, his tone a little hurried, as it was inconvenient for Xing to hold.

"I was thinking... when you're sick and injured, you need to eat something good to nourish yourself. This bowl of food is freshly made and still warm... so, consider it a small token of my appreciation... I hope, I hope I get better soon."

He spoke haltingly and avoided eye contact, but his simple and unpretentious concern was more genuine than anything else.

The entire room fell silent.

Xing stared at the lunchbox, her eyes practically glued to it.

Although I just fed the trash can cake, this is fried rice with eggs!

Alan's egg fried rice!

Something you rarely get to eat!

Even March 7th couldn't help but swallow hard.

Lying on the stretcher, Hoshi felt like she was going crazy.

I go!

I'm going, I'm going, I'm going!

Fried rice with egg, exactly the same as in the game!

Can I eat it now?!

QAQ!

It tastes like meat!

It tastes like meat!

Although there wasn't much ham, the aroma of carbohydrates and fat was a lifesaver!

That half-eaten cake from the trash can was barely enough to fill a tooth gap, but now this aroma is driving me crazy... Oh no, that thing is coming again!

She felt the black hole in her stomach called "gluttony" resurface, and the burning pain of hunger instantly swept over her entire body.

It was even more intense than before, because this time real food was placed in front of her.

Her left hand, which had been resting on her chest, suddenly twitched, and her fingers uncontrollably reached towards the lunchbox.

And that deep, inhuman gurgling sound came out of his throat again.

star:!

She reacted quickly, slamming the lid of the lunchbox shut to block out the tempting aroma.

"Um... Alan, you're so kind! My sister really needs to replenish her energy right now! We'll definitely accept this meal! I'll feed her myself when we get back to the train!"

She hurriedly stuffed the lunchbox into March 7's arms, and didn't forget to signal to everyone with her eyes that "the alarm is on."

Himeko and Welt Yang also tensed up, ready to deal with any possible sudden attack from the planet.

Even the black swans stopped floating and fixed their gaze on the stars.

Fortunately, the moment the lid of the lunchbox was closed, the terrifying feeling of hunger subsided slightly.

But this is only a temporary measure. If this energy is not satisfied, the consequences will be unimaginable.

"We need to hurry."

Himeko glanced at her watch and quickened her pace.

"We can't stay here too long."

Estella was puzzled.

Seeing the crowd's posture, he knew the situation was dire and quickly made way: "Alright, alright! Then hurry back to the train! If you need anything, just let us know! Whether it's supplies or anything else, the space station will provide full support!"

She thought for a moment, then added, "Don't worry about the money! It's all reimbursed!"

If Hoshi could control his facial expressions right now, his eyes would definitely light up.

Rich woman!

Your words are more effective than any fried rice!

I'll remember you! I'll definitely come crawling back to you as soon as I get better!

Although Hoshino was still so hungry that her vision was blurry, hearing the words "reimbursement" made her feel much more energetic.

"Well...we're leaving! Bye-bye Estelle! Bye-bye Alan!"

On March 7th, they bid a hasty farewell, and the pedestrians quickened their pace in pushing the stretcher.

Only Estelle and Alan remained standing there, watching the figure carrying the "Alternate Dimension Star" disappear at the end of the passage.

Alan scratched his head, looking at his empty hands: "Miss Xing... weren't you full?"

Estelle sighed, "Alan... when a girl is sick, she might need more than just fried rice..."

But she couldn't think of anything else she needed.

"Oh well. I hope that child gets better."

……

Back on the platform, the Star Train had been waiting there for quite some time.

It wasn't until they boarded the train and smelled the familiar aroma of cleaning products mixed with coffee that everyone involuntarily breathed a sigh of relief.

Walter Young looked at Hoshino on the stretcher: "You're home now, get some rest."

No matter how fierce the storm outside, this place is always their safe haven.

"Ahhh~ I'm finally back!"

On March 7th, completely disregarding appearances, he sprawled out on the soft sofa in the guest room, letting out a satisfied groan.

"I'm exhausted... What happened today? My heart almost jumped out of my chest..."

Then, to the horror of Xing's eyes, Dan Heng picked her up in a princess carry.

! ! ! !

The alarm bells in Hoshino's mind are ringing loudly!

Ahhhhh!

Danheng!

Feeling the strong shoulders.

She raised her left hand as if completely unintentionally and placed it on Danheng's firm chest.

Hehehe...

Touch~

Can I play a round?

Whoa, whoa, whoa!

Hoshi quickly shook the thoughts out of his head.

If I were so fragile, would I be subjected to this kind of treatment...?

The star willingly chooses to remain "abundant," "balanced," and "immortal," preferring not to heal itself.

But that's just a nice idea.

In fact, there are more than just these three ways to protect her life.

Other words include "preservation", "harmony", "order", "purity", "pioneering", and "end".

Although the "end" destiny was discovered later by the planet.

After all, Xing also has this destiny, and it's impossible for me not to have it too.

Danheng first settled her into the room on March 7th.

Xing pushed the empty stretcher to a corner and then sat down next to March 7.

"You bet... I thought my sister was going to transform, she scared me half to death."

She opened the lunchbox Alan had given her, and the aroma wafted out again.

"But speaking of which, Alan's cooking skills are really... how about we try some for our sister first?"

"You just want to eat it yourself, don't you!" March 7th retorted.

Walter Young smiled and shook his head. He sat down on the single sofa and picked up the manuscript that was on the small coffee table.

Despite having gone through so much, his steady and reliable demeanor still puts people at ease.

"Everyone has worked hard."

Himeko brought over two cups of hot milk and handed them to March 7 and Hoshino. Then she went to Hoshino's bedside and tucked her in.

Her movements were gentle, and her gaze was tender, as if she were treating a child who had been away from home for a long time and had finally returned.

"No matter what you've been through elsewhere, once you're on the train, you're family to us."

Himeko's voice was soft, yet it sounded like the most powerful vow.

"Between family members, there's no need to prove anything through hardship. As long as you're here, we'll protect you."

Even the train conductor, Pam, unusually refrained from nagging about Hoshi's hygiene. Instead, he strode over with his short legs, carrying a fluffy little blanket, and tiptoed over Hoshi.

"Pam also thinks... no matter which planet the passengers are from, they're all good kids on the train, Pam! Once you've rested, Pam will cook you something even better!"

Mohoshi lay in the soft quilt, enveloped by the aroma of milk and rice, and the caring words of everyone.

Although I was still very hungry, although the eighteen destinies within my body were still fighting each other, and although the stirrings of "reproduction" and the endless devouring of "nothingness" were still a huge threat.

I did the math.

"Nothingness," "destruction," "breeding," "hunting," and "gluttony" all seem to be working on her...

but……

This feeling... isn't so bad, is it?

Although I'm dead, it's a lie to say I'm not moved that so many people care about me because of my specialness.

Okay, I admit it, even though my script was terrible, you people in this world are indeed the best.

She silently wanted to give Himeko a smile in return, but her lips twitched only slightly.

finally.

Under the sudden and fierce onslaught of "nothingness".

The star decides to take a small death.

Himeko: ?!

Pam: ? ? ?

"Aaaaaah! Star Passenger!!!"

Outside the car window, the boundless Milky Way continued to flow silently.

The train started moving again, heading towards the unknown distance.

The Black Swan didn't say where the planet, supposedly distorted by "breeding," was. Perhaps she wasn't sure either, or perhaps... she needed to dig deeper into the ruins of that memory.

As for the girl lying on the bed, will the eighteen destinies within her body bring her fortune or misfortune?