I was transported to a broken world, yet my dreams are connected to Star Iron?

　If Kiana is unaware of her connection with Durandal, then Suzuma, who has read the script, is perfectly clear about the reasons behind it. In the early stages of the original work, although Durandal did indeed admire Kiana, mere admiration would not have led Kiana to such a strange conclusion.

　Surely... Otto isn't up to something again? But that shouldn't be the case either. Otto has absolutely no reason to do this at a time like this. Judging from the information provided by Schicksal, Otto's schedule, though mysterious, is clearly not the kind of situation where he would create a domestic drama at this time.

　"Don't rush, let me study this further."

　After much deliberation, Suzumo decided to try and calm Kiana down first.

　"However, if you want to make further breakthroughs, I suggest you go to Schicksal's training room and do a few daily training sessions with Durandal... With common topics, you might be able to get some information out of her about the reasons behind her strange behavior."

　"train?"

　Kiana was clearly a little skeptical: "This really works..."

　"Believe me, training is just a routine exercise for that guy. The Destiny training room you see, even at the highest difficulty level, is only enough for Durandal to warm up."

　Lingmo patted Kiana on the shoulder: "Any news from Otto?"

　In fact, after the War of Destiny ended, the culprit who stirred up the whole turmoil mysteriously disappeared from everyone's sight.

　Incidentally, Fu Hua's corpse was also taken along.

　According to Changguang's speculation, Otto is probably at an experimental base in North Africa, or he may be in Antarctica. In any case, since the experiments he is about to conduct are not picky about the location, and he took the Thousand Worlds One Vehicle with him, unless Sirin conducts a worldwide search, the chances of finding him are not high.

　As a result of this battle, the personnel structure of Destiny has also undergone many changes - Li Xue and Salome left the organization and joined Anti-Entropy on the spot, while Cecilia was happy to accept her two old friends. However, due to Cecilia's sensitive identity, neither Anti-Entropy nor she herself had any intention of revealing her identity.

　Incidentally, after Li Xue learned that Otto had taken Fu Hua's body away, she almost turned the entire Destiny Island upside down. In the end, it was Ling Mo who found her in time with Fu Hua in her feather form.

　As for why Li Xue is no longer making a fuss about finding a body... because there aren't many people with mental perception abilities on the Anti-Entropy side, and Li Xue, who has cultivated the Taixu Sword Qi, happens to be one of them, so Fu Hua directly took up residence in Li Xue's body.

　Indeed, although her master's body could not be found, Li Xue was fortunate enough to be able to have a deeper intimate relationship with Fu Hua, which made the swordswoman girl's feelings very complicated. However, she finally stopped making a fuss about continuing to look for Otto.

　“Otto? No, Amber has recovered enough to speak, but she knows nothing about Otto’s plans…”

　Kiana shook her head: "That's normal. After all, that's just how Otto does things. No one but himself can figure out what he's up to."

　"Ok."

　Lingmo didn't press further, but instead stood up and patted Kiana's head.

　"Then you should hurry up and go train with Cecilia. Ai-in just told me to prepare the materials. She's going to a meeting soon, so it should be about time."

　"A meeting? What kind of meeting is it..."

　"A preliminary meeting on exploring the Eye of the Abyss—and incidentally, to retrieve the Anti-Entropy Alliance leader who's still submerged in the sea."

　However, while Lingmo was making great strides in preparing for the Eye of the Abyss exploration plan, the World Serpent's base was also bustling with activity.

　"My lord, that's all that's happened recently. Regarding the Tranquility Gem, Otto, to show his sincerity in cooperating, has already handed it over to us. And the 'price' he proposed..."

　"Let's put this aside for now."

　Kevin, seemingly oblivious to the most important matter, said, "Play me the scene of her fighting in Destiny again, I mean, the part where she uses crystal magic."

　"Uh……"

　Although Gray Serpent really wanted to say, "Your Excellency, you're acting like an old father watching his daughter perform on stage," he kept his words firmly shut for the sake of his own life.

　"Yes, Your Majesty."

　A few minutes later, Kevin, after once again appreciating the battle scenes of Suzumo in "Aili" form, nodded thoughtfully.

　"Your guess is correct. The effect of this transformation... is indeed very similar to Gretchen's dyeing."

　“If Suzuma was indeed created by the real Möbius, then it means that Möbius very likely came into contact with Gretchen—and Gretchen, while still on Earth, lived among us and shouldn’t have had the opportunity to come into contact with Möbius, so…”

　"Lingmo... should know about that child."

　Kevin suddenly felt very gratified.

　Regardless of whether the Stigmata Project ultimately succeeds, he will certainly find it difficult to find Gretchen in the future. However, if Suzuma knows the child's whereabouts, the last weight in his heart can be lifted.

　"By the way, what were Otto's conditions again?"

　"..."

　Helpless, the gray snake repeated its previous words once more.

　"I see... Tell him I agree."

　Kevin left a brief promise.

　"Yes, Your Majesty."

　Gray Serpent's face immediately lit up with joy: "Recently, our spies on the Anti-Entropy side sent back intelligence that Anti-Entropy seems to be planning to restart the Eye of the Abyss experiment. It seems they also want to take this opportunity to rescue the Anti-Entropy Alliance Leader."

　"As they open the Eye of the Abyss, we will find an opportunity to throw the core into the sea... At that time, the Lord will naturally be able to break through the labyrinth."

　"Reverse Entropy... So, Suzuma will be coming too, right?"

　Kevin astutely grasped the key words.

　"This... should be correct."

　"Ah That's good."

　Kevin nodded in satisfaction: "I've wanted to see her for a long time... It seems that the opportunity is just around the corner."

　"You should make preparations for the matter in Haiyuan City as soon as possible."

　"Yes, my Lord!"

　……

　"Hooah——"

　Suzumo sat up from the train and stretched vigorously, stretching her body to get it moving after the "battle" she had just experienced in her dream.

　Although her body in the two worlds only shares the abilities she acquires, not her physical state, the strange feeling of tingling and numbness throughout her body, and a blank mind, cannot be completely eliminated by switching bodies.

　"Lingmo, you seem really relaxed lately..."

　"That's right, my world has just resolved a major crisis... Now, we should be enjoying a well-deserved period of rest, right?"

　Lingmo's words were indeed true. After all, from a timeline perspective, there was a full four months between the War of Destiny and the Sea Abyss City instance. Even if Qibao in this life was still Cecilia's beloved daughter and had not experienced wandering in Sky City, the restart of the Eye of the Sea Abyss could not be completed in just a few days.

　In other words, Suzumo got at least ten days of rest.

　"So, Suzumo has had some free time lately?"

　Xingbao cheered immediately: "Yay!"

　Why are you so happy...? Did something happen?

　"Yes, while you were asleep, we received a communication from Belloberg. They are currently holding the Sun Festival. As the great hero who brought about Belloberg's liberation, Bronya has invited us to attend the ceremony and witness the fruits of Belloberg's revival."

　“March and I went to ask Pam. The Harmony Festival in Pinocchio is held only once every Amber Period, so the preparations are exceptionally grand. There's still at least a month before the festival officially begins, so…”

　"So, shall we go and join the fun?"

　Lingmo said with some interest, "Perfect timing, I'm also curious about what changes have occurred in the mechanical settlement..."

　“That’s right. According to the itinerary Pam gave us, we can stay in Belloborg for about ten days, then go to Car Wash first, and then return to the space station at Black Tower’s invitation to have you undergo a physical examination… Once this series of events is over, we should head to Pinocchio.”

　Xing nodded happily.

　"Hey, wait a minute, I know you're in a hurry, but don't rush."

　Lingmo pulled Xing back down from where she was about to sit up.

　"Let me go ask March first."

　"Uh... Silly Suzumo, I've already asked March, and she said she'll be going with us this time."

　"No no no..."

　Lingmo shook her head repeatedly: "That's not what I want to ask."

　A moment later, Suzuma and Hoshi appeared together in March 7's room.

　"Huh? You're asking me what I think of this trip?"

　March, who had just changed into her new clothes, hadn't even had a chance to show them off to the two of them when Suzuma's question left her a little bewildered: "What... does this mean?"

　"It's okay. If it were March, you wouldn't understand even if I explained it."

　Lingmo nodded, hands on her hips, a mischievous smile spreading across her face: "So, all Little March needs to do is answer the questions~"

　"Hey... never mind, even if I correct you, you'll probably still call me stupid next time."

　March squinted, then poked Lingmo's soft waist with a helpless grin: "Then I wish you all the best on this trip, that you'll meet absolutely unexpected people!"

　The smile then disappeared from Lingmo's face.

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　Oops, I drew from the wrong pool today when I was drawing for March!

　I threw my ten-pull from the character pool into the Light Cone pool, and the result was...

　Now it's become a long night moon of 0+2 (great sorrow).

　Here's a little Easter egg to make you smile.

　Chapter 218 Lingmo: Topa, your friend isn't from Friusa, is he?

　"Arrived at Belloborg, the highest city in Arilol! Belloborg is so beautiful..."

　"What's wrong with you now...?"

　March, who was walking over from the side, helplessly rubbed her head: "Sometimes when I go out, I really want to pretend I don't know you two..."

　"That won't do!"

　Lingmo hugged Xiao Sanyue tightly: "According to what you said before you got off the train, you are the face of the Starry Sky Train, how could you run away on your own?"

　"You should reflect on your own reasons!"

　March said angrily, "By the way, you haven't answered my questions before I got off the bus, especially you, Ah Xing."

　"Dont look at me."

　Lingmo immediately and consciously distanced herself from Xing: "I change my clothes all the time. You can even tell the time and weather from my hair accessories and pantyhose."

　“I do know about Lingmo’s situation. Speaking of which, it was Uncle Yang who first discovered this trait. It seems he’s seen similar habits before…”

　March scratched her head: "But, Suzumo, why is your clothing wear-out rate so high? I often see you dealing with piles of torn clothes and pantyhose..."

　"...Actually, that's because of my special ability?"

　Lingmo guiltily changed the subject: "By the way, about your question just now... Xing changes her clothes every day, but her wardrobe is full of identical clothes."

　"what?"

　March immediately gave Xingbao a strange look: "Where did you come from, some anime protagonist?!"

　"Maybe it really is?"

　Lingmo smiled and said, "March, don't you think that everyone on our train has their own mysterious past?"

　"I can be sure about yours, but I'm not so sure about mine."

　March shook her head: "Maybe I was just unlucky and accidentally sealed into the Six Phases Ice?"

　"How could that be... March, let me tell you a universal rule: guys with pink hair are usually not simple."

　"How is that possible... Huh?"

　Just as March was about to retort, her gaze was suddenly drawn to a white object that was moving continuously in the distance.

　To be precise, it was a human figure.

　"Look, there seems to be someone over there!"

　"That logo looks like a company... it must be a pretty high-level one, but why would company people be here?"

　"I don't know, but we can go ask them."

　Lingmo saw the white-haired figure in the distance, and a look of understanding flashed in her eyes.

　In the sequel to Belloberg's storyline, Future Market, March and Hoshi did indeed encounter Toppa before entering the city. However, she seemed to recall that she didn't meet Toppa directly, but rather through an employee of a company.

　However, this is generally not a big problem, after all, the butterfly effect should be taken into account... etc.?