People are in Star Iron; who says they're just NPCs?

Unlike Estelle, Starbaby didn't have as much jealousy or rivalry, so she was quite considerate of Firefly. "Ah, oh... Hello, Miss Firefly, I'm March 7th. Are you also joining the Starry Sky Train?"

"Yes, thank you for your kind introduction, Miss March." Liu Ying was pretty and lovely, and spoke very gently, which made people feel good about her.

Liu Ying had already let go of Lin Li's hand by this time, so San Yueqi was not very clear about her relationship with Lin Li. It was hard for her to be wary of such a gentle and lovely girl.

I can't make that decision myself. Let me take you to see Himeko-neechan first; she's on the train right now.

Having made a promise with Lin Li, it wouldn't be easy to refuse on March 7th. Bringing one person or two is the same; let's see what Sister Himeko has to say! On the Star Train, Himeko was reviewing some documents when she saw a group of people board the train, a hint of surprise flashing in her eyes.

"What an occasion! We have two distinguished guests at our door. My apologies!" The red-haired beauty rose gracefully and greeted the two new guests.

Lin Li politely exchanged a few pleasantries with Ji Zi, introducing themselves before explaining his purpose. "Oh? You both want to join the Starry Sky Train?" Upon hearing this, Ji Zi fell into a brief moment of thought.

As one of the first to board the train, Himeko was like the patriarch of the Starry Sky Train. Naturally, she had to oversee the new members. Lin Li and Liu Ying's origins were somewhat unclear, so they should undergo some investigation beforehand.

However, these two were brought by Xingbao, who is already a member of the train crew and should be trusted to a certain extent.

She thought for a moment, then looked up at March 7th: "The Starry Sky Train certainly welcomes new friends, but the addition of new members is a big deal, so we need to hear..."

Listen to each member's opinion. Xingbao goes without saying, but what do you think, Xiaosanyue?

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Chapter Ninety-Five: Fireflies: I believe in you!

"Huh? Me?!" March 7th didn't expect the topic to turn to her so quickly.

Although he had agreed to Lin Li's request yesterday, March 7 was still not mentally prepared. After all, from March 7's perspective, agreeing to let Lin Li get on the bus could very well be like inviting a wolf into the house.

Although Lin Li is not a vicious person and can't be considered a wolf, he is still a bit of a pervert!

But he so decisively deleted all the photos yesterday. It's not appropriate for me to go back on my word now, is it?

In the end, March 7th couldn't bring herself to do it, mainly because she was afraid that Lin Li might still have some tricks up her sleeve. She nodded and said, "I think there's no problem! Xingbao's boyfriend is trustworthy! Xingbao has also verified Miss Liuying, so there shouldn't be any issues."

Our train is short of people right now, so it would be nice to recruit a few new members to liven things up. What do you think, Himeko-neechan? Himeko nodded noncommittally.

The Star Train in the real world is not quite the same as the one Lin Li remembers. The train crew now only consists of March 7 and Himeko, and even Pam is no longer there.

Therefore, it's understandable that March 7th felt they had too few members and wanted to recruit more new ones.

However, as the navigator and train conductor, Himeko would definitely have to vet the background of the new members; she couldn't just accept them without knowing their origins.

Her background check method was also very simple; she just asked Black Tower directly!

Himeko and Black Tower have a fairly good personal relationship; at least Himeko can contact her. She just sent a message to Black Tower to inquire about the situation.

After all, she appeared at the Black Tower Space Station; as the station's owner, she should have some knowledge of her situation. *Ding-dong!*

Himeko's phone rang. She opened it and saw information about Lin Li and Liu Ying sent by Black Tower. The information was, of course, edited and looked perfectly innocent, with no apparent problems.

Lin Li guessed that Himeko would probably have Black Tower do background checks, so he had already made arrangements with Black Tower in advance.

"Alright, since Xiao Sanyue and Xingbao both agree, I have no objections either. Welcome to the team!"

Himeko and Black Tower have known each other for a long time and have always had business dealings. She trusts Black Tower, the famous genius of the Genius Club, quite a bit.

She never imagined that a top genius like Black Tower, who looked down on everyone, would fall in love with a man and even fabricate a set of false documents to send her man onto the Star Train!

Of course, neither Lin Li nor Black Tower had any ill intentions towards the train crew. The main reason was that Lin Li needed to use the train's pioneering journey to expand his NPC world.

At least on the path of "exploration," the addition of Lin Li and Liu Ying is absolutely beneficial to the train crew. As for other aspects, that depends on Lin Li's own charm and strength.

With Himeko's consent, Lin and Li's joining was a done deal. The two politely expressed their gratitude and chatted with Himeko and San Yueqi for a while.

"Let's stop with the small talk. With two new members joining, the supplies we purchased earlier are no longer enough, so I need to go and replenish them."

Little March, could you show the two new members around the train carriages and let them choose their rooms? Himeko, as the train conductor, began assigning tasks.

"Huh? Me? Shouldn't it be Xingbao showing him and Liuying around?" March 7th was a little surprised. Lin Li is Xingbao's boyfriend!

The events that happened in the NPC world yesterday were still fresh in her mind. March 7th didn't want to face Lin Li right now, as it would be too easy for her to recall the embarrassing scene from yesterday!

"Xingbao has other things to attend to; Ms. Black Tower needs her help. Hmm... let's postpone the train's departure for another two days, waiting for Xingbao..."

Bao, you've finished your work here.

The matter of helping out was mentioned along with the information sent out by Black Tower earlier, and Lin Li knew what it was about: testing a simulated universe!

It's impossible for Lin Li to help Black Tower test the simulated universe at this stage, since the simulated universe is connected to the real Star God, which might attract the Star God's attention.

His situation is too special, and he is still in the early stages of his development. It would not be a good thing to expose himself to the eyes of the Star Gods rashly. If he attracts the attention of a Star God, he is not confident that he can fight against a Star God right now.

The Black Tower also realized this, so after all the twists and turns, the person who tested the simulated universe was still Xingbao.

After Ji Zi made the arrangements, everyone went their separate ways. On March 7th, Lin Li and Liu Ying began to familiarize themselves with the place.

What are the different carriages on the train, and what are their respective functions? What are Himeko's and March 7th's rooms, and what is Hoshitaka's room?

"By the way, are you going to share a room with Xingbao?" Standing at Xingbao's room door, March 7th blushed as soon as the topic came up. She couldn't help but think of the embarrassing things Lin Li had done to her in the NPC world yesterday!

If he lives with Xingbao, wouldn't he have to do these things every day? Xingbao's room is right next to mine. Is the soundproofing in the carriage good enough?

"No need, I'll have a room by myself, the one next to Xingbao's."

To March 7's surprise, Lin Li didn't intend to stay with Xingbao. But that's fine too; they shouldn't let the young couple cause trouble on the train.

Liu Ying didn't have any raffinates, so she chose the room next to Lin Li's, and that settled her accommodation.

Afterwards, on March 7th, he led the two to visit the other carriages of the train, giving them a general feel for the environment.

"Alright, you've seen everything you wanted to see. Now you can decorate your rooms yourselves. I won't bother you any longer!" Having completed the task assigned by Himeko, March Seven couldn't wait to disappear from Lin Li's sight.

Whenever she sees Lin Li, she can't help but recall what happened yesterday. It's so embarrassing, she should stay away from him!

"Wait a minute, Little March, I have something else to tell you." Just as she was about to slip away, Lin Li called out to her, "Wh...what is it?"

"I can only spend two hours in the real world each day, and the same goes for when I get on the train, so you have to remember to cover for me in front of Himeko, understand?"

"Only two hours a day?" Upon hearing this news, March 7th was overjoyed, thinking that this would greatly reduce the time he would spend with Lin Li each day!

"No problem, I'll take care of it!" She readily agreed to cover for him.

Also, my activity time is almost over, so I'm leaving the room decorating to you. Make sure it's decorated well, otherwise... Lin Li's lips curled into a mysterious smile, which startled March 7.

"Alright, alright, I'll help you set it up, stop trying to scare me!" The girl huffed indignantly, but ultimately didn't refuse Lin Li. Liu Ying had only just learned that Lin Li's time in the real world was limited, and her gaze towards him became even more tender.

"Don't be so sad. One day I will be able to travel freely between the two worlds. Believe me!" Lin Li pinched Liu Ying's pretty face and comforted her.

"Yes, I believe you!"

I'm posting one chapter now; the next one should be after midnight. I spent most of today at the hospital, and I still have a few days left to endure. Sorry for the delay. There will be an extra chapter after my dad is discharged safely.

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Chapter Ninety-Six: Yingbao's Kiss

Having finished explaining these matters, Lin Li had used up his two hours for the day and vanished from the train carriage. Liu Ying stared at the spot where he disappeared, knowing he had simply returned to the NPC world, yet still felt a pang of loss.

March 7th stared blankly at the intimate actions between Liu Ying and Lin Li just now; those were definitely not actions that good friends would do.

Aren't you Xingbao's best friend? Are you trying to steal Minmi's boyfriend? The relationship between the three of you is too complicated!

How could you so blatantly try to steal her away? Don't you know I'm Xingbao's best friend?!

Wait a minute. What happened between Lin Li and me yesterday, does that count as stealing Xingbao's boyfriend? Although it wasn't my initiative, I enjoyed it quite a bit.

After a three-month hiatus, I belatedly realized that I didn't really have the right to judge others. I felt a little guilty saying yes!

Liu Ying was also a very clever girl. Seeing the constantly changing expression on March 7's face, she probably guessed what she was thinking. So she explained, "Well, Xing Bao has always known about my relationship with Lin Li, so don't overthink it."

"Xiang, umm, I understand, I understand!" March 7th was feeling guilty and didn't care about their complicated love triangle. She replied with a few words and went to help Lin Li tidy up the room.

Firefly watched March 7's departing figure with suspicion, thinking to herself, "Ms. March's reaction also seems suspicious!"

The train provided fresh bedding, so Liuying quickly tidied her room, simply making the bed. After finishing, she closed the door, lay down, and fell asleep immediately.

Back in the NPC world, Lin Li leaned back on the sofa, looking quite bored. Since it was daytime, there was no one else in the NPC world.

Tabo and Estelle are busy with work, Silver Wolf and Kafka are also active in the real world, not to mention March 7th and Firefly. Star Baby should have already found Tabo and started testing the simulated universe.

What should we do? How about using [Perspective Sharing] to watch the live stream of the Starbucks test simulating the universe?

Lin Li found it a bit boring. Before he transmigrated, he had played through countless simulated universes and was already tired of it.

Perhaps we should check what Silver Wolf and Kafka are up to. These two Star Core Hunters, who are already under our control, are unaware of each other's situation.

Should we use some tricks to let Silver Wolf or Kafka discover that he's not the only one among the Star Core Hunters who has fallen?

If that's the case, multi-player team battles for Star Core Hunters might be achievable. But how can this effect be achieved naturally? Just as he was pondering this, a pair of slender, fair hands suddenly appeared from behind Lin Li and covered his eyes.

"Guess who I am?" The newcomer deliberately changed their tone, but still couldn't escape Lin Li's perception. "Yingbao, don't you know you have a special fragrance? It's easy to spot."

Lin Li had actually sensed Liu Ying's approach long ago, but seeing her kicking and flailing her legs, she was curious about what tricks Liu Ying was up to and deliberately didn't expose her.

"Oh no! I've been found out!" Yingbao didn't seem embarrassed at all. She let go of Lin Li's hand and smiled brightly, like a flower blooming in March.

Today, Yingbao is more innocent and lively than usual. It's hard to imagine that such a pure and lovely girl is a notorious Star Core Hunter. The contrast is too strong!

"Weren't you setting up rooms on the Starry Sky Train? How come you're here so soon?"

"It's just making a bed, it'll be quick!" Yingbao sat down next to Lin Li, and the girl's unique fragrance wafted into Lin Li's nose, making him feel all itchy.

"There's probably no one else in the NPC world during the day, aren't you bored?!"

The space station is isolated in the universe and there is no distinction between day and night, but everyone follows a normal schedule, so it is not wrong to say that it is broad daylight right now.

Lin Li understood Yingbao's implied meaning: Yingbao was afraid he would be bored alone in the NPC world, so she rushed over to keep him company. The girl's thoughtful care stirred a flutter in Lin Li's heart.

"It was really boring, but thankfully you came!" Lin Li stroked the girl's soft silver hair, and he reciprocated her concern with a full dose of emotional value.

Sure enough, Yingbao's eyes brightened even more after receiving Lin Li's affirmation. She tilted her head and looked at Lin Li: "If we're bored, let's find something to do! By the way, can we play games in the NPC world?"

"You should be able to play games without an internet connection. You actually enjoy playing games?" Lin Li was somewhat surprised.

"It's alright, I don't really like playing it. It's Silver Wolf's hobby. If you like playing too, ask her to play with you next time!" "Good idea. I heard her gaming skills aren't that great?"

"Shh! Don't let her hear that!" Liu Ying put her index finger in front of her rosy lips, her eyes pleading, looking incredibly cute.

It was so cute that Lin Li wanted to try it. "I don't want to play games, how about chess?"

"No, I haven't learned much, but you can teach me!" Liu Ying had become interested in playing chess.

“I can teach you, but I'll charge you.” Lin Li’s lips curled slightly. “Hmm… what do you want?”

"I want—a kiss!" Lin Li stared at Ying Bao, his eyes focused and serious.

Yes, I'm not kidding. Yingbao can read the emotion in his eyes—a sincerity mixed with a hint of passion. Should she say yes?

Having had a minor squabble with Estelle over Lin Li's affections before, she knew her feelings for him were no longer simply gratitude. From then on, Liu Ying and Lin Li had many closer interactions, such as feeding him and holding hands at the space station today.

For example, Lin Li pinched her cheek in front of March 7th.

The two were increasing their intimacy in a tacit way, but neither of them revealed anything about their relationship. Yingbao had only dared to give a vague explanation of their relationship to March 7 alone before.

But Lin Li's direct approach now can be seen as clarifying their relationship. After all, kissing and holding hands are not comparable things.

These thoughts flashed through Liuying's mind only briefly, and her answer was decisive and without the slightest hesitation: "Okay!"

Only then could you see a hint of the decisiveness of a Star Core Hunter in this gentle and lovely girl. She reached out and wrapped her arms around Lin Li's neck!

The girl's stunningly beautiful face was so close, their faces almost touching, their breaths mingling. "Lin Li, I can pay the tuition first, okay?"

The girl's voice was as gentle as a warm March breeze, softly caressing Lin Li's heart: "Then I'll accept it!"

Lin Li lowered his head slightly and covered Liu Ying's soft, peach-blossom-like lips with his own.

A faint, youthful fragrance filled Lin Li's body, and the soft touch made him linger.

With a gentle flick of his tongue, the girl's pearly teeth parted automatically to welcome his arrival!

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Chapter Ninety-Seven: Yingbao's Self-Conquest

The girl's lips were soft and sweet, as if they were coated with honey.

Although Liu Ying voluntarily opened her jaw and allowed Lin Li to come in and explore, she was not always gentle and compliant.

Her soft, fragrant tongue, like a playful fish, constantly teased and maneuvered with Lin Li, refusing to let him catch it easily. The two chased each other, having a great time.

Of course, even the most mischievous fish couldn't escape Lin Li's pursuit, and he eventually caught Yingbao's little tongue.

The captured girl immediately calmed down, her pink eyes half-closed, her long eyelashes trembling slightly, as she enjoyed Lin Li's tender and lingering deep kiss.