Xingtie, started with a guitar, and made a living by singing

"Then it's a deal. If one day a train finds our respective hometowns, whoever gets off first will get a drink."

After making an appointment with Uncle Yang, Pam's voice was heard in the cabin.

"Dear passengers! The jump route meeting has officially begun! Please come to the observation car as soon as possible and attend in time!"

"Hey, Pam. Everyone's waiting for you, so stop keeping us in suspense!"

March 7th complained to the radio.

However, she soon felt a furry touch on the back of her calf. As soon as she turned around, Pam, who was blocked by her back, showed a look of embarrassment.

"March 7th passenger, please sit still! Next, the conductor will announce the names of the planets available for the next stop!"

Amidst everyone's expectant or anticipated gazes, Pam introduced it seriously.

"First, the Pinocchio. According to the train's records, it was a prison star used by the company to exile criminals - at least that was the case in Achievelli's time."

When Pam mentioned Akivalli, a look of nostalgia flashed across her face, but the introduction did not stop there.

"In the past, when the Cancer of All Worlds broke out, the company lost control of it, so Pinocchio fell into the arms of "Harmony" Shipe, and now it is a member of the "Family".

Currently, Pinocchio is hosting a grand event, so the "family" has sent an invitation to the train. Himeko intends to accept the invitation, so it has become one of the possible stops.

When she heard this, Sanyueqi already showed some longing, which was in sharp contrast to Xing who was listening beside her in a daze.

"Oh, it's my family? I quite like those enthusiastic people. Although they often say things like 'Why don't you become my daughter, my sister, my younger sister' and other disturbing things, from a factual perspective, they are not lying and they sincerely mean it."

For people like San Yueqi who have amnesia, being able to start a new family and create memories is also an idea.

Of course, if I really have to choose from them, I will definitely prioritize them over everyone on the train, right?

After all, there are ready-made roles for both father and mother. Danheng is a brother who likes to show off a little but is very reliable most of the time. Wendy is a naughty but trustworthy younger brother. As for Xing, she is similar to herself, with a sister who has amnesia?

As for Pam, she is of course the mascot of the family!

From this point of view, they actually have a very family-like feel.

"March. The definition of a family isn't that simple. While the vision they advocate is indeed beautiful, to join a family, one must first erase timid selfish desires and individual differences and merge into the same harmony."

Dan Heng shook his head, his expression changed from previous calmness to a serious one.

"—Use the strong to support the weak, and die to protect the living. This isn't just a slogan they say. Until you truly have the will to sacrifice everything for 'family,' even yourself, it's best not to even think about joining a clan. Beyond the clan's protection, every member also has responsibilities and heavy expectations."

"Uh...it seems like the atmosphere on our train is more relaxed."

It's not that I look down on them, but it will take some time to get used to a group of people I've never met before and have them become my family.

Dan Heng did not continue speaking. In fact, there were two short sentences about family recorded in the train's think tank.

Behold, a perfect home, free from sadness and grief, free from rebellion, free from yearning and yearning, free from lingering memories of the good and the bad, how enviable.

"Fingers joined together, unity strengthens us. I give of myself, and in return I gain something higher—us."

It is hard to say that the family under this philosophical concept is the kind of family that March longs for, where they are happy with each other and spend every day happily.

After this explanation, Pinocchio was apparently put on hold for the time being, and Pam went on to name the next planet.

"—Screw Star. According to the Train Think Tank's records, it's a plan the Screw Tribe has been pursuing for over several Amber Ages in order to continue their species. They use dying planets as fuel to power their stellar differential engines, using this massive machine to simulate a realistic and stable super-ecosystem planet."

Speaking of this, Pam also turned her attention to Wendy.

"This planet wasn't originally on the planned route, but a member of the genius club there, ScrewGum, invited the train crew to go there and research something new together. In the words of that mechanical gentleman—

When Heita was immersed in her research, she would not care even if the mysteries of the entire universe were right in front of her.

Therefore, if Mr. Wendy wants to temporarily escape Black Tower's uncontrolled research enthusiasm, he can use this as an excuse to stay with him for a while."

Considering that although Heita has no moral integrity, he should not send private information to others without permission, this proposal of Screw Gumu was probably analyzed from other places.

After all, the space station was attacked by the antimatter army, and there was a terminal simulating the universe there. It was not surprising that Screw Gum, one of the developers, would pay attention to it, not to mention the strange phenomenon caused by Wendy a while ago.

From this point of view, this choice is purely beneficial to Wendy.

Putting this aside for now, Pam also told us the choice of the last stop on the route.

"—Snail III. According to the train's records, it's a planet that hasn't been explored by foreign powers for over a thousand years. Many races on it are at odds with each other. While their relationships appear to be good, and they can unite to resist the planet's demonic phenomena, they've also been caught in endless internal friction."

Pam's expression grew more serious when she mentioned this.

"Most importantly, according to anonymous intelligence recently received by the train, a star core... landed there just 42 system hours ago. Please decide whether to take action. That's all!"

Chapter 117: Snail Planet III, the adventure begins!

"...We actually encountered a star core landing."

When the group heard this breaking news, their expressions suddenly changed.

Even the most nonchalant March Seventh looked a bit serious at this moment.

Ji Zi turned and looked at everyone, taking in their expressions. Then, she said solemnly, "Now that everyone knows about the three alternative sites, how about we start a democratic vote to decide the direction of travel?"

"no problem."

March 7 originally wanted to drag Wendy and Xing to discuss it, but considering the special situation, recycling the star core might be a must for every member of the Starry Sky Train crew, so he didn't show off and just sat there obediently.

"Well, then, first, let's talk about the Pinocchio family banquet. I'm sure you all have already made up your mind. If you agree, please raise your hand. If you don't, it means you oppose."

After Ji Zi finished speaking, she looked around at everyone, and no one raised their hand.

This tacit understanding also made her smile with relief, and she said softly, "It seems that everyone prefers adventure rather than attending a banquet."

"After all, we are nameless guests, not Galaxy guests."

San Yueqi played a little joke on her, and Uncle Yang beside her seemed to get the strange point, and a smile appeared on the corner of his mouth.

"Well said, Little Sanyue. Then, next is Screw Star—"

This time someone raised his hand, but it was someone no one expected - Xing.

She was holding out her hand, looking at everyone and Wendy in surprise.

"Uh... even though we're supposed to be using democratic voting on this train, and strictly speaking we shouldn't ask people why they chose one side or the other, I'm a little curious!"

March 7 looked at Xing with surprise and asked a question.

"Dan Heng and I saw you being harassed by Black Tower in the space station earlier. Logically, you should have some resistance to members of the Genius Club like Black Tower. Why would you want to walk into their trap?"

"...Maybe it's some kind of intuition? Besides, considering Screwgum's honest attitude, I think we should go and see. It would be even better if he could help us persuade Black Tower."

Apparently, Xing didn't fully understand the connection between Black Tower and Screw-Gum, and thought that the two sides were competing for research opportunities. So, compared to Black Tower, who spoke very rudely, she chose Screw-Gum, who was more frank and humorous.

As long as these two people start fighting, won’t no one else be interested in Wendy and her?

Moreover, Screw Star is a high-tech planet driven entirely by gigantic machinery!

This kind of scene that only appears in science fiction movies, everyone would be curious, right?

"Well, I understand Xing's idea. It counts as one vote. Does anyone else want to vote?"

Although she was asking other people, Ji Zi's eyes were already locked on Wendy, and he just smiled.

"Although I'm also curious if there are any cyberbards there, but right now, based on priority, I think we should choose this planet, right?"

——As expected of someone who has dealt with a star’s core crisis, he is still ignorant and has much to learn compared to Shang.

Wendy obviously still retains the "lover's" heart she had on Yarilo VI.

It is difficult for humans to be universally loving, but gods can, but they don't need to. Or perhaps it doesn't matter to gods whether they exist or not.

After secretly admiring it in her heart, Ji Zi continued the route meeting.

"Well, it seems everyone has reached a preliminary consensus on this. Please begin the voting on Snail III."

Hua Hua——

March 7, Uncle Yang, and Wendy all raised their hands, while Dan Heng chose to abstain from voting.

Then, taking into account Ji Zi's agreement to go, the result became clear.

"It seems to be four to two. So, the train group agrees by majority vote to go to Snail III."

Everyone's attention now fell on the rejected Xing and Dan Heng. The latter remained nonchalant, unfazed. Xing, on the other hand, scratched his head and looked at everyone with some confusion.

"what happened?"

"Yeah, it's nothing. I just feel a little sorry for you. The first time we boarded a train to vote, the place we were going to wasn't the planet you imagined."

March 7 said somewhat embarrassedly.

"Under normal circumstances, everyone would be happy to go with you. But this time, the situation is special, so it's not appropriate to set a precedent without authorization."

Uncle Yang comforted him gently.

"Ah, it's okay. Didn't Jizi tell you before? Our schedules don't necessarily conflict. If the crisis on that planet is resolved, we can go there later. And even if that doesn't work, I won't insist on everyone agreeing with me."

Although Xing still didn't understand many things, she wasn't completely clueless. At least when she was with this group of companions with whom she felt comfortable, she didn't mind whether the place she went to was her first choice or not.

"Oh, oh. I was right. You are a woman of great sense of justice!"

Wendy gave him an approving look.

"I'm not some willful person. Besides, now that I think about it, it was because of you that the star core in my body didn't explode. If what Black Tower said was true, if no one had suppressed the star core at that time, wouldn't everyone on the space station be in great danger?"

Xing shook her head and asked calmly.

"That's right. If the star core really explodes on the space station, at least half of the people on board will first die from the erosion of the rift energy. The subsequent rift phenomena and the endless stream of monsters will endanger even more innocent people. It's not impossible that it will even affect the Azure Star."

Jizi confirmed her words.

"Plus, we also had a glimpse of the antimatter army's attack and destruction. Perhaps the next time we come to Azure Star, we won't be able to see such a peaceful and tranquil side again."

"...Star cores are really dangerous things."

Xing could now understand Heita's attitude, considering the time bomb buried within him. Perhaps it wouldn't be a problem to cooperate with her the next time he saw her.

"Perhaps it's not an exaggeration to say it's the most dangerous thing in the entire universe."

Dan Heng added at the right moment.

"Also, if the anonymous intelligence from earlier is true, we should speed up our efforts. Solving a complete stellar core disaster and one that hasn't is two different concepts."

"Danheng is right. Pam will be launching a warp to Snail III shortly. We can temporarily decide on the personnel for this pioneering journey."

Ji Zi nodded, looking at a middle-aged man who was eager to try.

"Walter. This time it's your turn to stay on the train with Pam."

"...Yeah. Leave it to me."

Although he didn't look particularly disappointed, everyone could still feel that Uncle Yang was a little "depressed".

As for Ji Zi, she didn't say she wanted to go down with them.

Because it was Xing and Wendy's first pioneering journey, the young people took care of each other and it was easier for them to grow their feelings.

Anyway, no matter how bad the situation is, she and Walter will be watching at any time, so there is no need to worry about accidents.

The candidates for this pioneering journey have also been confirmed to be a four-member team consisting of March 7, Wendy, Xing, and Danheng.

"Then, let's head to Snail III!"

——The jump ends.

Through the observation car, you can see a planet with most of its area glowing with a strange purple light.

The sea has been completely dyed purple, and the land is a mixture of ominous black and red. Only a small area still retains its original vibrant color.

Obviously, half of this is due to the influence of the star's core, and the other half is the planet's self-defense mechanism fighting against the disaster.

"...Should I say it's not an unexpected situation?"

Ji Zi frowned as she looked at the scene, her tone containing a hint of helplessness.

"It seems that this pioneering journey will not be as easy as the last one."

"After all, not every planet scattered across the galaxy is as lucky as Yalilo-VI."

Uncle Yang felt deeply moved by this.

"However, since the arrival of the star core has been confirmed, then the train..."

"Abnormal space readings! Star track stability has dropped to 35%! Docking schedule changed, extending this station's docking time from 7 days to 30 days!"