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

　"That's such a shame."

　On the other end of the call, Sand Gold shrugged: "But you don't need to worry too much. There's a high chance that everything is fine with Belloberg."

　"After your signal went missing for a moment, I started keeping an eye on your situation... Coincidentally, not long after, the Star Train entered this area. I heard that Arilo was able to escape the crisis with their help, so they shouldn't let anything happen here."

　"Is that so... That's good."

　Toppa breathed a sigh of relief: "Hey, but why are you so concerned about my whereabouts? Do you need to borrow my informant again? Or is there some project you can't handle?"

　"That's really hurtful. Can't I even bother to check up on you for no reason?"

　Sand Gold's voice suddenly sounded "aggrieved": "However, you guessed right."

　"I do have a big project here that needs your help, but... let's talk about it after you've finished dealing with things there."

　Meanwhile, on the other side, Suzuma, who had just come out of the Great Guardian's office, also fell into deep thought.

　Although after comforting Bronya, she finally stopped investigating whether the "company envoy's act of asking her to convert to Pleasure" was a test or had some deeper meaning, Bronya's already dead heart was suddenly lifted again when she heard that the real Toppa might not have arrived yet.

　However, as the Great Guardian, she did not lose her composure too much, and continued to receive Suzumo and her group, settling them in their usual spot at the Goethe Hotel.

　Speaking of which, that place actually has a special meaning for Lingmo, after all, it was there that she... experienced Xingbao's fighting power.

　"You're going to Shiluva's place? Hmm... that's perfect, I also have some other things to take care of."

　"Huh? Suzuma's going to act alone again? Is it about that mysterious Masked Fool?"

　March said with some concern, "Why don't we go together..."

　"No need for that. After all, the Masked Fool doesn't seem to have much malice now. The plan she proposed to Bronya seems unlikely at first glance, but upon closer inspection, it's more likely than it seems. In any case, Bronya is unlikely to do what she says. She's probably just having some fun."

　Lingmo sighed: "From her words, she doesn't seem to be a complete stranger to me, so I'm planning to find out about her from an old acquaintance... Don't worry, there won't be any danger."

　……

　"Oh dear, it seems that little pink-haired girl has already spotted me?"

　Shortly after Suzuma and the others left, Hanabi emerged from the Great Guardian's office with a look of interest on her face.

　"So sensitive... Something's not right, is it? Did I go too far, or did that guy Sangbo leak the news?"

　"Or perhaps... Suzumo's memories weren't completely erased?"

　Hanabi sat listlessly on a roadside chair, swinging her unsteady wooden clogs with a bored expression.

　"But Vita told me about Suzuma completely losing her memories... Considering that she asked me to get a little revenge on Suzuma next time I see her, she wouldn't lie about such crucial information, would she?"

　Poor Miss Fireworks had no idea what kind of fate Vita, the entertainer, was embarking on.

　After thinking it over and over, Suzuma still couldn't figure out why Suzuma was so perceptive about fireworks. Helpless, she stood up and sighed.

　"Forget it, the real Toppa is almost back. Let's hurry up and take action. At least we can't have come all this way for nothing... After dealing with Lingmo's matter, we still need to find that mysterious 'orderer' from the Star Core Hunters to discuss the follow-up transaction."

　"Let me think, should I spank Suzuma's bouncy little bottom, or write tally marks all over the inside of her thighs? Or, should I lock her in some weird device and tie her up for a night... Hmm, considering Vita's request, I should probably ask for her opinion later."

　As if recalling Suzuma's blushing, shy and adorable appearance, Miss Hanabi suddenly perked up again, quickly jumping off the chair with great enthusiasm and heading towards the lower area.

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　Bounty (7/9) ~

　Oops, there seems to be a problem with today's posting; this chapter is a few minutes late.

　Chapter 220 Fireworks: How can mortal eyes see the transformations of a fool?

　"Oh my goodness, you've really wronged your dearest old Sambo!"

　In a semi-abandoned house in the lower area, a cute pink-haired girl was viciously kicking a tall man's buttocks. If it weren't for the man's exaggerated screams, passersby would probably think that this person had some strange fetish.

　However, in some ways, it does seem quite amusing.

　"Cut the nonsense!"

　Lingmo snorted lightly: "I don't believe you don't know about Hanabi's visit to Belloberg. Tell me honestly, what is she planning to do, and where is she now?"

　"I'm innocent! I really didn't know!"

　If it weren't for the fear that grabbing the girl's leg would only result in a few more vicious kicks, Sangbo would have been clinging to her leg and crying foul.

　"That Hanabi is elusive, how could I possibly know when she arrived? Besides, Old Sambo, my mask is still in her hands, how could I dare offend that person..."

　"However, I do know how Hanabi found you..."

　"Oh?"

　Lingmo blinked in confusion: "Isn't it because of the commotion I caused on the Immortal Ship?"

　"The Immortal Ship? Uh... if I remember correctly, Hanabi shouldn't be interested in that place."

　Sambo's voice suddenly became guilty: "Um, actually... do you remember the ceremonial sword you bought from me?"

　"...!"

　Lingmo suddenly realized what was happening and pulled out a small crescent-shaped scythe from her system space: "This?"

　Suzuma had a deep impression of this weapon. After all, it was one of the few weapons specifically designed for Suzuma's Corruption Power. Although in recent battles, Suzuma either didn't use the Amplification Power at all or needed to use the Fantasy Honkai Brick to fly, causing the weapon to gather dust for a long time, Suzuma still loved it because of its unique appearance.

　"Yeah……"

　Sambo nodded repeatedly: "Well, it's probably because Hanabi sensed that you might already be in the galaxy after she released the weapon from me, so..."

　"Wait, isn't that still because of you?!"

　Lingmo wanted nothing more than to stab Sangbo a few times with that little sickle: "Then why didn't you tell me in the first place?"

　Sangbo silently looked away: "Because I can't afford to offend those two old ladies either..."

　"Anyway, that little sickle won't keep revealing your location. Trust me, if it could keep revealing your location, I wouldn't have sold something like that..."

　"Hmph, I bet you wouldn't dare."

　Lingmo looked at the ritual sword in her hand. It was very similar to Xilian's weapon, could amplify her erosion power, and was made by Hanabi, and most likely by Vita...

　This looks exactly like a local specialty from my hometown!

　"Fine, consider it compensation for selling me this kind of thing. Do me a favor, and we'll call it even."

　Lingmo thought for a moment, then nudged Sangbo, who was standing to the side with a forced smile.

　"Okay, sister, what kind of service do you want? Old Sambo will do his best!"

　"This is easy..."

　Lingmo's lips curled into a mischievous smile: "I need you for the next few hours..."

　"what?!"

　……

　"This should be the place called the Mechanical Settlement, right?"

　Hanabi skipped and hopped to the entrance of the settlement, then opened the map in her hand: "That Sambo guy, he drew such an abstract map, wasting so much of my time on the way... Oh well, never mind. I heard before that they were going to visit someone named Shiluwa, in other words, Suzuma shouldn't be down this early."

　"So……"

　Hanabi gave a wicked smile and then snapped her fingers.

　Hello, welcome to the Mechanical Community. Please, please...

　Under the power of the fireworks, the little robot Parkinson, who was originally guarding the gate, immediately trembled and fell into a hallucination.

　Don't ask how the robot fell into hallucinations; it's pleasurable, isn't it?

　"According to Sangbo's information and the intelligence gathered by Vita, Suzumo should have two good friends in this mechanical settlement, one of whom happens to be similar in size to me... Hehe, perfect, let that little girl sleep a little longer, and I'll go meet the lovely Suzumo~"

　Hanabi casually hid her wooden clogs in a corner, and then walked barefoot on the snow. The cold touch spread from the soles of her feet upwards, making Hanabi shiver involuntarily.

　"Why would anyone not like wearing shoes? Especially in this freezing, godforsaken place..."

　While muttering about the habits of a certain white-haired girl, Hanabi walked step by step toward the aura she sensed, while the others in the mechanical settlement went about their own business as if they couldn't see her.

　Soon, Hanabi found her target: a white-haired girl who was also barefoot and accompanied by a large robot.

　"Eh? Big sister, you're here for... um..."

　If Hanabi had encountered such a well-behaved and adorable little girl under normal circumstances, she might have been tempted to play around and tease the child. However, she was in a hurry this time.

　Suddenly, a phantom of a goldfish flashed past Clara, and the pale-haired girl immediately collapsed limply into Hanabi's arms.

　"Mission accomplished, and then... there's you~"

　As another phantom of a goldfish swam by, Schwarz's red eyes flickered a few times, and then he stopped his attack.

　"Playing two roles is a bit too much trouble. I'll control Schwarz when Suzumo arrives. For now, that's enough..."

　As Hanabi moved, Swallow froze for a few seconds, then looked at Hanabi and said, "Clara, who is this person in your hand...?"

　"Ah, Mr. Schwarz, her name is Hanabi."

　Clara, who was transformed from fireworks, held the real Clara, who was fast asleep, and said very obediently, "I found her outside the mechanical settlement. She seems to have fallen asleep because she was too tired."

　"But, wouldn't it be fine to just let her go back to her room and rest?"

　"Detecting... Status detection complete, the individual has indeed fallen into a sleep state."

　Schwarz nodded: "Then, Clara, please settle her into her room. Remember to hurry, Suzumo will be here soon."

　"Huh? So fast... Ah, I mean, I won't miss my meeting with Suzuma-neechan!"

　Hearing that Suzuma's progress was much faster than she had expected, Hanabi couldn't help but feel a sense of relief. Luckily, she had acted quickly enough to replace Clara before Suzuma arrived; otherwise, she would have missed a great opportunity.

　As for whether Suzuma would discover her... Hanabi wasn't worried at all. After all, to quote a line from a game she'd been playing recently, how could a mortal with ordinary eyes possibly see the transformations of an immortal?

　Although she wasn't an immortal, her illusion skills were so advanced that most people wouldn't be able to tell unless they had specialized mental power or reached the level of a Commander.

　Miss Fireworks smiled confidently.

　At the same time, "Swarovski," or more accurately, the "person inside Swallowski," also laughed.

　Chapter 221 Fireworks: What?! The intelligence department is fake? Hmm, can we reconcile?

　"My dearest Clara, have you missed me?"

　Less than half a system time after Hanabi hid Clara, Suzumo arrived at the mechanical settlement.

　"Ah, it's Sister Lingmo!"

　Hanabi's voice sounded unusually sweet. Upon hearing Suzuma's voice, Hanabi immediately ran out of the house and hugged Suzuma's arm.

　Although it's unclear how Clara and Suzuma usually get along, considering Suzuma's ridiculously strong affinity, it's definitely a good idea to act a little closer.

　Hanabi, who knew Suzuma very well, thought confidently.

　Then, the confident Ms. Hanabi met Suzuma's suspicious gaze.

　"wrong."

　"Huh? W-what's wrong?"

　"Clara used to just hug me and give me a quick kiss on the cheek."

　Lingmo half-covered her face, feigning sadness: "Sigh, has the affection simply faded after all..."

　"?"

　Hanabi looked at Swaro with disbelief. It seemed that this large robot was Clara's guardian, and it would communicate with Hanabi as if she were Clara unless Hanabi actively controlled it.

　However, amidst the stunned gazes of the fireworks display, Schwarzro nodded.

　“That’s right, Clara, that’s what you usually do.”

　This lolicon hasn't been arrested yet, there's no law! Who knew that Suzuma would kiss a little girl first upon meeting her? Hasn't she been killed by her harem's cleavers? Is it too late for me to give her a kiss now?

　Hanabi complained inwardly, completely ignoring the fact that she herself actually had a loli-like figure.

　"This, this..."

　Just as Hanabi had mentally prepared herself, with the mindset of "you can't catch a wolf without risking your cub," and was about to kiss Suzumo, Suzumo suddenly seemed to deliberately stop Hanabi, laughing and defusing the situation.

　"Oh well, it's probably just that little Clara is growing up, and it's normal for her to be a little shy."