I, on the Starry Sky Railway, change everything

Compared to the mysteries of fate, routine work is much simpler.

The economy and people's livelihoods, no matter how complex these things are, at least there are various classic works and countless examples to refer to. Hua Yi uses his own way to analyze fate and explore the truth, and that is the truly difficult journey.

After methodically arranging all the trivial matters of the city, he took out a manuscript from somewhere.

"Let's expand the museum's history exhibit area and put it in there too."

"Oh."

Bronya took it and glanced at it subconsciously, only to find that it contained information about the First High Warden allocating funds for the construction of Beloborg, along with Alisaland's signature.

"This...this is an artifact from seven hundred years ago?! How come the paper feels so new..."

"Just consider it a good idea to keep it safe."

Bronya wasn't stupid; she could easily understand Hua Yi's underlying meaning.

So, did he forge an item belonging to the first Great Guardian?

Although Beloborg has suffered many hardships, with many artifacts lost or damaged over the past seven centuries, Bronya has viewed the important documents in the Cripperburg collection, learned about Alyssaland's handwriting, and compared it with what Hua Yi is now presenting—

It's not just similar, it's practically identical.

The brushstrokes are sharp and decisive; looking at the characters is like looking at the person, as if one can glimpse the heroic figure of that great guardian who stood up to protect the people when disaster struck.

Bronya happened to be holding the warrant that Hua Yi had written earlier. Comparing the two, in terms of heroic spirit and the majesty of a superior, the first Great Guardian was completely inferior to Lord Hua Yi.

It's important to know that seven hundred years ago, Ariello wasn't just Beloberg; back then, humanity hadn't been defeated and was still a nearly complete planetary civilization.

In other words, Hua Yi, as a leader, surpasses Alisa, who once commanded a large army and was known as a miracle worker.

His calligraphy is just a glimpse into the bigger picture; his ability to govern Belleburg is even more evident.

This is not about extraordinary talent or great potential, but rather the result of accumulated experience and maturity.

Bronya felt slightly bewildered. Was Hua Yi's experience at the Black Tower Space Station really enough to have brought all this together?

"What are you thinking about?"

"without……"

"Ask away. Even if it involves parts that Toppa shouldn't hear, I can answer accordingly."

"Um... before you became a staff member at the Black Tower Space Station, did you have any other experiences?"

"Have."

"Is it a more prosperous planet than Yalilo?"

"More than one."

If we categorize them by the strength and number of top-tier combat forces, there are several worlds.

Not limited to [trees].

Hua Yi's face was sincere, and although his answer was brief, it contained not a single lie.

Bronya was still pondering the implication of "more than one" when Toppa realized something and his eyes lit up.

"So you really do have another identity, coming from some major power in the galaxy? The Cancer of Myriad Realms has covered countless star systems, yet you were able to seal it away—so which star system are you from? You must have already dealt with the company before."

Strange, if they had ever dealt with each other, Hua Yi's name should already be recorded in the company's records.

But given the size of Interstellar Peace Corporation, how many prosperous areas in the known universe have they not yet explored?

"I had no contact with the company before the Black Tower Space Station."

"Is it a subordinate making contact on their behalf? Or a closed world that has never laid out star trails and has never been set foot in by any force? Such a planet has not embraced the starry sky, and its level of development should be quite limited in terms of understanding and progressing with the universe as its core."

"Any further details would involve secrets that cannot be told."

"Alright, I won't ask."

Topa immediately shut his mouth, indicating that he understood.

A little curiosity is not something that needs to be confirmed.

Mysterious identity, unclear background, easily arousing suspicion?

no, I can not.

The universe is vast, with countless planets and many travelers venturing into space from unknown alien planets.

The Star God defines truth, and the Interstellar Peace Corporation establishes rules. Apart from disasters like the Antimatter Legion, no force will hold a grudge against anything within the bounds of common sense.

Topa's hometown is still relatively unknown.

"If you don't want to expose your past information, I can try to cover it up for you. Otherwise, if someone really wants to dig deeper..."

"It's okay, I've already covered up what needed to be covered up."

To be able to wield the power of destiny without being a traveler, to the extent that he could overpower the Doomsday Beast and seal the Star Core?

These are all appearances disguised as reality.

With numerous celestial bodies imbued with spirits, Hua Yi will not reveal too many of his methods until he has analyzed his destiny to a degree he deems safe.

After all, a battle at the level of a Star God could destroy countless galaxies and affect most of the known universe.

Chapter 269 Taking Action, Bronya

After negotiating with Toppa, directing the follow-up operations at Fort Kripper, and bringing out Alisa's memories of the past—a handwritten manuscript enriching the museum's collection—Hua Yi meticulously arranged everything.

His origins are somewhat mysterious, but Toppa has no intention of delving into it.

Even if you've only met your friends in the last couple of days, it's still important to maintain a proper social distance. Asking unsolicited questions is not a relaxed and pleasant way to communicate.

The director simply left first.

Head to Silva's lab and see if the brains who got the company's source code can successfully iterate on the ~Automatic Mech System.

Hua Yi and Bronya were left to spend time together.

It's clear that she's now his little follower. Even after finishing her secretarial work, she hasn't thought about leaving. She's volunteering to work overtime, waiting for orders at any time, hoping to do something.

Even though he never intended to turn Bronya into a fanatical follower who worshipped him to the core, and always protected the lovely girl, this care, which was free from any malice and even self-interest, had a profound impact.

It involves sealing the star core to save the world, and negotiating with the company to resolve a massive debt from seven hundred years ago.

Hua Yi did too much, while the people at Bellberg did too little.

The imbalance between effort and reward left Bronya feeling helpless. When her secretary served her tea and water and relayed instructions, these small acts of kindness offered no decent feedback, not even basic psychological comfort.

"Is there anything else I can do for you?"

Bronya longed to be at Hua Yi's beck and call.

Only by being busy can one barely alleviate the emptiness.

"If things continue like this, you're about to embark on a path of [nihilism]."

Pulling the girl closer to him, Hua Yi didn't give any orders, but instead began to fidget with her soft hands clad in black silk gloves.

These gloves offer no warmth at all; they're thin and serve only an aesthetic purpose.

However, Bronya was still wearing her Silvermane Iron Guard uniform, the same outfit she had worn since their first meeting. The long, thick, fleece-lined sleeves wrapped the girl up completely, and no one else, not even Star who was currently instructing Bronya on how to write a novel, knew what the silk gloves were actually designed for.

At most, I'd ask, "Bronya, don't you slip when you hold a pen while wearing silk gloves?"

Hua Yi rolled up the long sleeves of his uniform to confirm that they were a pair of long black silk gloves that extended all the way to his shoulders.

The smooth silk on the arms features floral patterns, creating a subtle yet luxurious look, much like Bronya's气质 (qi zhi - inherent quality/temperament).

She wasn't arrogant or condescending at all. Who would have thought that she was the number one person after Cocolia before, and now she has inherited the position of Great Guardian?

Bronya's beauty was impossible to hide, and she was destined to be unable to keep a low profile. However, the exquisite design of her clothes, which no one else knew about, was discovered by Hua Yi, who was able to admire it at will.

Bronya blushed slightly as he rolled up her sleeves, his fingertips tracing her skin through his long black silk gloves, but she showed no intention of struggling or escaping.

It's amazing.

Being treated so intimately, the previous unbalanced emptiness had vanished, replaced by a deep shyness and an irrepressible joy.

Since there was nothing Bronya could accomplish that would give her a sense of accomplishment, that she would feel she had barely managed to do something "only I could do," and that she would play a unique role, Hua Yi had no choice but to change his approach.

Why get so hung up on the balance between effort and reward?

Because their relationship wasn't close enough—whether as superiors and subordinates or friends—Bronya harbored a vague sense of unease, worrying that Hua Yi might think she was useless and that Belloberg was a burden.

Then let's express deeper emotions.

He grasped the girl's soft hand, which she did not flinch from, and kissed the back of her hand.

If simple kindness leaves you feeling lost, then add this feeling of liking.

I like strong and lovely girls like Bronya.

Why help Belloberg without expecting anything in return?

Because I don't want people to cry.

Why think so much and seek an ending where no one has to sacrifice themselves?

Because we hope everyone can smile.

"Bronya, give me a smile."

Hua Yi started demanding things, acting very domineering.

In Bronya's eyes, this wasn't intimidating domineering, but simply cool.

The feeling of being pampered was so intense that it made her head spin.

Asking for flowers

But the girl had experienced many major events: eliminating the monsters from the rift in the snowfield, worrying about the future of Winter City, and witnessing the suffering of the lower districts...

She is no ordinary girl; she is Bronya Rand, a person who has been entrusted with the mission of protecting Berloberg since the moment she was selected.

None of the great guardians throughout history have ever been in a romantic relationship; they have all devoted themselves wholeheartedly to the great cause of protecting the people.

I'm sorry, Lady Alisa, times have changed.

If I can't do something for him now, I... I have no mind to think about anything else.

Various literary works from Hua Yi's fan club surfaced in Bronya's mind, and the treasure trove of knowledge opened its doors to her, showing her one by one what one should do when expressing sweet love.

She revealed a hint of languor and a hint of unruliness... Oh no, Teacher Xing has already said that this kind of fan-shaped smile is unrealistic. The last time she tried to smile like that, she almost had a facial muscle imbalance.

Bronya, think again! What other amazing dating tips do you have?

There's also a kind of wicked and arrogant smile.

Uh, I don't know that either.

I can't do anything like those literary girls in the fan group, I can't make those difficult expressions.

At most, she would give a sweet smile.

No longer burdened by any worries about Belloberg's fate, no longer clouded by a lack of confidence in the future, and no longer needing to maintain the image of the Great Guardian's successor—well, now that she's the Great Guardian, there's no need to maintain it—she simply offers her tribute as a young girl to the great hero who saved everything.

Simply "smile" isn't enough.

I must do more to make up for the imbalance in my heart.

Thankfully, Topa is gone.

In the office with only the two of them, Bronya could pin Hua Yi against the wall.

There's a minor but significant problem: he's currently sitting in a chair, and there's no wall behind him.

If you can't do a wall slam, then do a chair slam instead.

A surge of emotion coursed through Bronya's heart and into her limbs, driving her to take action.

Take a step forward, completely erasing the already close distance, reducing it to zero.

The girl threw herself at Hua Yi, pressing herself close to him, grabbing his hand, and then—

She kissed his lips.