I, on the Starry Sky Railway, change everything

Hua Yi could sense the excitement in Bronya's tone, as well as the sadness that followed when she seemed to realize something.

He quickly rallied, and compared to the soldierly resolve he displayed when they first met, he seemed much more relaxed.

The young girl couldn't hide her feelings, nor could she maintain a reserved attitude during the negotiation, completely relinquishing the initiative in the conversation.

Before their group even met the highest-ranking official in Belloberg, Bronya, the number two figure, had already made a promise.

Since the two sides are not at the negotiating table, there is indeed no need to pay attention to negotiation skills, because Belloberg is under pressure to survive, while the Star Train has no direct demands on this ice and snow city, and the two are not equal to begin with.

"Let's go straight to Cripperburg."

"it is good."

Bronya was unaware that in Hua Yi's eyes, she had become someone who couldn't hide her feelings.

The Silvermane Iron Guards guarding the alley entrance were ordered to remain in place and remain vigilant. The girl paid attention to her pace when traveling with the alien, leading the way by only half a body length to avoid walking ahead on her own.

Such a subtle scheme left Hua Yi speechless.

Bronya is well-educated and polite, which suggests that she has never mastered negotiation skills. This, on the contrary, indicates that she rarely encounters situations that require hypocrisy and formality.

Following her past the guards outside Cripperburg and up the stone steps covered with only a thin layer of snow under the heating system, one enters the political heart of Belleburg.

Behind the floor-to-ceiling window, behind a large desk occupying the highest point in the room, stood a mature and beautiful figure with blonde hair, purple eyes, and an elegant demeanor.

"Welcome, visitors from beyond the heavens. I am Cocolialand, guardian of Beloborg. I have already received a general understanding of the situation from the messenger."

"Mother, this Hua Yi can repair the rift!"

Cocolia's voice had barely faded when Bronya spoke up before the guest could reply.

He seemed a little impatient and out of control.

Not to mention in front of outsiders, even within Kripper Castle, whenever other officials were present, Bronya always referred to her foster mother as "Great Guardian" rather than "Mother".

Using job titles when working is a consideration made by the two people who bear the fate of Belloberg, to avoid letting family ties influence their judgment.

At the same time, the two sides drifted apart as they grew further apart.

Upon hearing Bronya's unusual way of addressing her and her tone, Cocolia first frowned, about to remind her to mind her manners, but when she met those bright and spirited eyes, she was momentarily lost in thought.

How long has it been since Bronya was this happy in front of me?

She was like a bird released from its cage, returning to the carefree days of her childhood.

"Mother?"

"……how?"

"Hua Yi repaired the twisted rift in the city. He can fill in the space and restore the area eroded by the rift to its normal state!"

Chapter 148 Negotiations with Cocolia

"On behalf of the Star Train that explores the stars and travels through the Milky Way, and the Black Tower Space Station that selects talents from all over the universe and pursues truth, I extend my greetings to you, Ms. Cocolia."

Hua Yichao nodded to the Great Guardian, took the initiative to explain his background, and thoughtfully gave a brief introduction.

This actually highlights the gap between the two sides.

Even if Cocolia didn't know much about the Star Train and the Black Tower Space Station, she could understand from the previous descriptions that those two forces were far superior to Beloberg in terms of scale, influence, and power.

"[The Builders] must remember history to strengthen their resolve. I know that in the distant past, before the cold wave and the invasion of the Legion, this world was once incredibly prosperous."

Compared to Bronya, the High Guardian was clearly better at controlling the pace of the conversation and did not follow Hua Yi's words.

"The Star God connected our planet with other worlds, and we learned of the countless possibilities in the vast galaxy. We also heard of King Cripper of Amber—under His watchful eye, we began to build our walls."

"As a visitor, I respect Belloborg's epic, but it is also necessary to make a point to you: if King Amber 793 truly looks down upon this planet, then the Legion, the Star Core, the Cold Wave, and all the problems you face will no longer be problems."

"..."

"It's not that the Star God did anything for Beloberg, but rather that the people of Beloberg themselves practiced preservation and protection, managing to hold out in this isolated city for seven hundred years. It's a remarkable story even in the universe."

Upon hearing this, Cocolia's gaze narrowed slightly.

"It sounds like you're praising the builders' work?"

"Yes. The stellar core has another name in the universe: the cancer of all worlds. It constantly causes disasters and conflicts, bringing destruction to one planet after another, spreading throughout the world like cancer cells."

Using a smart terminal, Hua Yi presented a holographic projection of the real-life images of other planets being affected by their star cores.

"The major powers in the universe have long reached a consensus that there is no better solution than sealing the star core. If the star core is left unattended, the monsters from the rifts will proliferate endlessly, and the antimatter legion will be eager to make its move. When the last individual on Earth that can be considered intelligent life disappears, it will no longer belong to the planet of life—does the history of the City Builders record what this means?"

“There are no historical records of this kind in Cripperburg.”

"This means that even the Interstellar Peace Corporation, which also worships King Kripper of Amber, can openly erase a fallen planet and claim to have made an outstanding contribution to its preservation."

Destroying the monster's lair and clipping the enemy's wings is precisely how we maintain cosmic peace.

Hua Yi's words were packed with information, causing Cocolia to frown deeply, while Bronya was completely at a loss.

"Erase... erase the planet?"

“Star Destroyers are also commodities available in the universe. Although they are in short supply most of the time, the Interstellar Peace Corporation is the biggest seller and buyer. In addition, the company once used a large-scale weapon that instantly destroyed dozens of planets, including planets and moons, while Yalilo-VI, where Beloberg is located, is a very small planet.”

Himeko glanced at Hua Yi subtly, not understanding why he specifically emphasized the less-than-honorable history of the Interstellar Peace Company.

Is this used to demonstrate the terror of a powerful cosmic force?

The Belobergs are struggling to survive the cold wave and the erosion of the rifts. It's clear that Bronya is under considerable pressure, and as the Great Guardian, Cocolia's responsibilities are only heavier.

If they were to develop a fear of the starry sky at this point, wouldn't that easily lead to a psychological breakdown?

I always felt that Hua Yi's attitude towards the Great Guardian of Belberg was a bit subtle.

However, he was not a reckless person, and there must have been a deeper meaning behind his actions.

"Since the Interstellar Peace Corporation is so powerful, why didn't they destroy the legion and seal the star core seven hundred years ago when this world was still prosperous?"

Cocolia, as expected of the Great Guardian, maintained her composure in both expression and tone.

But now she had no choice but to follow Hua Yi's lead and start asking him about the details he had mentioned.

"Because the company is more like a business group, emphasizing input and output, in their eyes, the value of the Yalilo-VI is not that great, great enough to help deal with the antimatter legion among the three calamities of the universe, as well as the core of the cancer of all worlds."

"So, how much value do you see in Belloberg?"

"There will always be some people who act without regard for personal gain or loss, practicing their ideals and willingly toil tirelessly. The successive High Protectors have dedicated their lives to protecting Beloborg, and Ms. Cocolia is their successor. Is this hard to understand?"

"...This is not your home."

"So it's the difference between being busy and working hard and dedicating one's life. I used pretty precise words, didn't I?"

Cocolia's eyes flickered, and she remained silent for a long time.

It's no longer the powerful guardians scrutinizing suspicious extraterrestrial visitors; instead, it's the inhabitants of this isolated planet silently digesting crucial cosmic information.

Hua Yi took a step and stepped onto the raised platform where the desk was located.

Despite being the highest-ranking official, Cocolia was overwhelmed by his approach and was unable to maintain his superior demeanor to order him to stop.

The Great Guardian instinctively covered her gloved right hand with her sleeve, while Hua Yi walked past her and stood by the window, looking down at the wind and snow.

“Ms. Cocolia might as well point out the dangerous areas where the Rift Monsters gather. We can help relieve the pressure on the front lines for the Silvermane Iron Guards and then gain more time for negotiation and deliberation—or is it that the High Guardian is unaware of the battle situation outside the city?”

Having heard too much astonishing information in such a short time, Cocolia had not yet fully digested it. At this moment, she did not want to dwell on the rudeness of the outsider's final question. She raised her soft hand, clad in white gloves, and pointed into the distance.

"Over there. The place where the most Rift creatures gather is not just the Frost Crystal Creatures, but also other, even more powerful life forms."

"Do me a favor, Himeko."

The navigator, who had realized something, was still somewhat uncertain.

"You mean you want me to...?"

"Use railguns."

"This would completely destroy the terrain there."

"Belloburg is the human settlement, while the area outside the city is a fallen region, especially a place where rift monsters gather. Even if an abyss is created, it might become a famous lake after spring arrives."

Chapter 149 Space-Based Orbital Cannon

During her past journeys, Himeko encountered an escaped satellite.

After capturing and modifying it, it became a collectible in my briefcase—a space-based railgun.

It had nothing to do with the Star Train, nor was it due to fate; it was purely a manifestation of her scientific research talent.

Given the situation outside Beloborg, disrupting some of the terrain could relieve pressure on the Silvermane Iron Guards and even create a favorable position, which would indeed be more beneficial than harmful.

Seeing that Hua Yi was not joking, Ji Zi no longer hesitated. The modified satellite, which usually shrank into a sphere, rose into the sky at an astonishing speed, breaking through the obstacles of wind and snow, and expanded in the high sky, restoring its original form.

The red beam locked onto the gathering place of the rift monsters that Cocolia had mentioned. Without Himeko making any move, the surging energy pillar fell from the sky.

It pierced through the storm, shattered the frost and snow, and its power was so great that even the ordinary people in the city of Beloborg couldn't help but raise their heads and look up at the turbulent sky in the distance.

boom! !

An explosion, a devastating explosion.

Elite Rift monsters, even more formidable than Frost Crystal Creatures, were instantly annihilated. Their numbers had only increased over the past seven hundred years, and the permanent snow that covered the earth's surface year-round, thick enough to bury tall buildings, was instantly sublimated. Even the frozen soil beneath the snow blanket could not withstand the bombardment of the railgun.

That land has disappeared.

The monster that the people of Beloborg feared, the snow that had never melted over the long years, and even the frozen soil outside the city that had not seen the light of day for countless years, were all reduced to ashes in an overwhelming blow.

All that remains is a deep crater, roughly the size of half the city of Beloborg. From the direction of Kripperburg, the bottom is completely invisible. Only the mist rising from the scorched earth and the evaporating snowmelt silently testifies to the terrifying energy that has not yet dissipated.

"I deliberately controlled the power of the railgun to minimize damage to the terrain."

Himeko spoke frankly, indicating that she had already restrained herself somewhat.

Cocolia's expression was full of apprehension, Bronya was shocked, and even Xing and March 7 looked at them with some strangeness, surprised that the navigator seemed to be a violent person under her intellectual and elegant appearance.

This is obviously much more powerful than a baseball bat or an arrow.

The atmosphere in the hall was subtle. As Himeko put the modified satellite back into her suitcase, she prepared to take out her cups and offer everyone coffee to ease the tension. However, she thought that her coffee might not suit everyone's taste, so she gave up on the idea.

Finally, Hua Yi broke the silence.

“That should make things much easier for the soldiers on the front lines, right, Ms. Cocolia?”

"...You mentioned earlier that you wanted to buy time to complete the negotiations. I've already witnessed the power of the railgun. What are your plans next?"

"We plan to start with the erosion of the rift. The situation in the upper zone is relatively stable now, so perhaps we should turn our attention to the lower zone."

"I believe in you. If the current situation is indeed related to the so-called Star Core, your arrival is the hope that Bellober has been waiting for for seven hundred years. However, you must be tired after traveling such a long way. How about I arrange for you to stay in the most comfortable hotel in town?"

"Thank you."

Hua Yi understood that Cocolia was indeed shocked by the power of the space-based orbital cannon, but unlike Bronya, she did not really rely on her group as Berloberg's savior.

They may speak politely on the surface, but they are likely more wary in their hearts.

However, being cautious is better than being reckless; this is currently the most suitable mode of communication for both sides.

After Hua Yi and the other extraterrestrial visitors left, Bronya finally recovered from her shock, and her eyes shone even brighter.

"Mother, now that the pressure on the front lines has eased, can we redeploy the Silvermane Iron Guards to the lower districts to protect the people there? Then, with Mr. Hua Yi's help, we can repair the rifts one by one and achieve true peace and stability!"

childish.

Seeing how naive her adopted daughter was, Cocolia wanted to reprimand her.

You are the great guardian of the future, bearing the fate of countless people on your shoulders. You must think things through carefully. How can you unilaterally regard a sudden alien as an ally?

But gazing at the girl's smiling face, Cocolia, who couldn't remember the last time she had been this happy, tried to keep her tone gentle.

"Can Hua Yi really repair the rift?"

"Yes! I saw it with my own eyes. The rift in the waiting area of ​​the city is slowly closing, and it may disappear in a few days."

"possible?"

"Well... that's just an estimate."

"Then let's see how things go in a few days."

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