Starry Sky Railway: No one understands the Amber King better than me.

Ultimately, the company still has its beliefs. Over the years, he has gradually figured out a principle of adapting to local conditions: preservation is the primary need of civilization at present.

“Speak up, how much did you embezzle? If there’s a problem, just solve it. What’s with all the beating around the bush?”

“Uh…” Ai Bai’s voice became more cautious, “It’s not a matter of greed.”

"what is that?"

"It's just that... some lower-level employees are privately abusing the authority of the Statistics Department, using departmental audits and whistleblowing as pretexts to help other departments attack political enemies, interfere in the affairs of other departments, and... betray departmental interests."

Lin Yuan was silent for a moment, then sighed.

The sigh was very soft, but it made Ai Bai's heart tighten.

She remembered that Lin Yuan hadn't even sighed when facing the Great Lord of Annihilation. This made her feel particularly uneasy.

Lin Yuan did indeed find it somewhat dull. The authority of the Bureau of Statistics was maintained by him alone.

Montesquieu said that power is only responsible to the source of power.

If his subordinates act in his name, to whom are they accountable?

Even someone as powerful as a messenger, capable of deciding life and death with a flick of the wrist, still faces the complexities of the human heart—a long and winding road. What the superiors do, the subordinates follow; below those in high positions, are there others who also change?

"Do what you believe is right." Lin Yuan's voice regained its composure as he spoke softly:

"You and the other directors should discuss this. If you want to oversee the company, you must first correct yourselves and lead by example. Give me a set of rules. The road ahead is long, and I don't want anyone to fall behind."

"Yes."

After hanging up the call, Lin Yuan walked back to where everyone was. Although his expression was normal, everyone could sense from the atmosphere that he wasn't in a good mood.

“Ms. Black Tower, let me know when the time anchor is ready. Mr. Walter, I'd like to go to the train and see if there's anything you need to tell me?”

"Sir, are you going to the train?"

"Okay, just give me the coordinates."

"...Alright, no need to send any messages. I've already explained the situation to Himeko. Your personal visit is the best news."

Lin Yuan nodded.

"See you."

He greeted everyone, turned around, and then disappeared into the white light.

"This guy—" Black Tower couldn't help but say, "I still have something to say, don't you have any team spirit?!"

"Hmm, Lord Lin Yuan seems to be in a somewhat... state of mind.. He must be thinking about the Iron Tomb and concerned about all living beings in the galaxy." Walter said solemnly.

"The train crew is extremely grateful for the help from the genius and our company friends this time."

"friend....."

Black Tower lowered his hand and looked in the direction where the white light dissipated. As a genius, he seemed to understand some of Lin Yuan's feelings just now.

After a moment, she withdrew her gaze, and said with a rare seriousness:

“For someone like him, there are many friends and fellow travelers, but few like-minded people.”

............

Chapter 438 The Arrival of the Train

After determining the current coordinates of the Star Train, Lin Yuan prepared to descend directly from the Outer Heavens.

Just before I set off, my terminal suddenly vibrated. I checked the caller ID and saw it was Constance calling.

"What's this guy doing?"

Upon answering the call, a plaintive sigh immediately came from the other end: "Director, why don't you contact me when you need something? I'm really heartbroken~"

"Get to the point."

"Oh, you know me." The sigh turned into a laugh.

"I'm just getting a bit bored at the office... What have you been up to lately? Could you bring me along to join in the fun?"

"No—" Lin Yuan was about to refuse when he thought about it again: "It's not impossible."

Just as Constantine smiled, he added, "I'm really going to pull off something big, there's bound to be a lot of excitement, and your good friend will be there too. Are you coming?"

"Good sister?" Constance asked in surprise, not quite understanding.

"A black swan, huh? What, you don't remember?"

There was a half-second silence on the other end of the communication line, followed by a soft spit: "Oh, it's this good friend. Since she's here, I won't go."

Is it really necessary?

"How could it not be like that? Knowing her as I do, she never brings anything good when she shows up; she only brings a bunch of trouble. I'm not as powerful as you, Director, so I'd rather stay in Pierpoint."

"Oh."

Lin Yuan finally understood why this seasoned traitor had been able to live peacefully until now; this memory traveler was excessively composed.

"By the way," Lin Yuan suddenly said seriously, "have you ever heard of Onpharos?"

“Onpharos…” Constance repeated, her tone tinged with uncertainty, “It sounds familiar, but I can’t quite place it. Could you give me a hint?”

“Black Swan knows, many Memory Detectors know, and there’s a bunch of Memory Stealers eyeing this place. How could you not know?” Lin Yuan’s tone was somewhat suspicious.

"Hmm—I think I vaguely remember." She drawled out the last syllable, speaking slowly and deliberately:

"It seems there is indeed such a group of people. I don't know exactly what they want to do, but I can tell you that this matter is related to Liuguang Yiting, and even involves a Wulou Jingzi."

"Oh?" Lin Yuan raised an eyebrow; this was interesting.

After a brief exchange, he had a general idea of ​​what was going on.

Just before hanging up, Constance's voice drifted through the receiver again, tinged with a malicious smile:

"Director, I've heard about those little commotions in the department. Should I step in and handle it for you? You can make them do whatever you want, think whatever you want—"

"Not for now." Lin Yuan hung up the call decisively, and his mood improved somewhat.

On the other end of the communication line, Constance pursed her lips upon hearing the busy tone, then a slight smile appeared on her face.

"Those bastards from Yiting, you chased after me before, this time, I'll beat you to a pulp!"

She clenched her fist menacingly, then began to hum a little tune.

..........

Starry Sky Train, Observation Carriage

Outside the window, Onphalus stood there quietly, radiant yet silent, like a riddle.

The atmosphere inside the carriage was somewhat heavy. They had all received Walter's message, and after learning that the Genius Club and the company had offered their assistance, they all breathed a slight sigh of relief.

But it was only slightly, and the future was uncertain. Not only were the missing stars and Danheng at a loss, but March 7's symptoms also left them at a loss.

The train's gramophone was playing March 7's favorite music, the melody melodious, but Himeko's heart was heavy and somewhat restless.

She glanced out of the corner of her eye at the black swan standing in front of the viewing window, gazing intently at Onfaros, and at the listless Pam, and sighed softly in her heart.

"Motoko, as the train navigator, if I encounter this situation and can only pray and wait for help from others, am I just too powerless?"

Himeko murmured to herself.

She gently manipulated the utensils, smoothly brewing coffee—a habit that usually calmed her down, but it didn't seem to work today.

"Little Black Swan..."

She put down the porcelain cup and was about to break the silence when she saw a white light silently illuminate the center of the carriage.

Without any fanfare or warning, a figure emerged from the white light after it subsided.

This scene immediately alarmed everyone, and the air in the carriage suddenly tensed up as everyone became on guard.

Black Swan appeared on high alert. Himeko's eyes narrowed slightly, and her right hand subtly moved closer to her side. Pam, on the other hand, quickly hid behind a flowerpot, peeking out with half her body exposed.

Gradually, the figure's face became clearer.

"So it was him..."

After recognizing the newcomer, Black Swan relaxed a little, but then tensed up again as Lin Yuan's gaze fell upon her.

Lin Yuan looked around, his gaze first landing on the black swan. This good friend of Constance stood ramrod straight, her body somewhat stiff, like a student being called upon by a teacher.

His gaze shifted slightly, and he caught a glimpse of a mirrored doorway flashing by in the corner of the carriage. A certain person was huddled up, trembling when he looked at them.

"This is the Garden of Oblivion?"

Lin Yuan muttered to himself, quite intrigued.

This small train is full of hidden talents; not only are there those who remember, but one can even sense a balanced power never before seen. No wonder it's treated like a protagonist's group.

The branches and leaves in the flowerpot swayed and made a rustling sound.

Lin Yuan glanced out of the corner of his eye and saw a small red figure flash past behind the flowerpot.

Pam had silently moved behind Himeko, peeking out from beside her long legs, standing at attention, looking somewhat frightened.

"Why are you all behaving like this? I'm not a bad person."

Lin Yuan's expression was strange, but then he saw those long legs take a step forward, followed by a gentle and elegant voice with a smile:

"Welcome to the Starry Sky Train, Mr. Lin Yuan. Your visit greatly honors the Starry Sky Train."

Lin Yuan looked up and saw a stunning smile on the bright face of the red-haired Himeko:

Would you like a cup of coffee?

"........"

Lin Yuan stood at attention.

........

Chapter 439 Everything is ready, except for the sun.

"Excuse me, may I have some tea?"

The thought flashed through Lin Yuan's mind, but Ji Zi's bright, expectant gaze silenced him.