I, on the Starry Sky Railway, change everything

Clara watched the two leave until their figures disappeared from sight before speaking softly.

"Mr. Schwarz, are there still monsters roaming the lower levels? Could you please have our robot partners check again? Brother Hua Yi has entrusted us with the task of guarding the lower levels."

"Rivet Town, the large mining area, and the mechanical settlement area have been confirmed as safe. Rocky Town remains a safe zone. We will accept Clara's wish and send Automaton soldiers to check again soon. Considering Clara and Hook's outing yesterday, the calculation results indicate that Earthfire is likely preparing to fully support Hua Yi and has issued new instructions, with Automaton soldiers assisting Earthfire in guarding the Rift."

On the way, Hook and Hua Yi held hands and skipped along.

Children can't hide their feelings from people they trust, especially when those feelings have extraordinary significance that has been recognized by the members of the Earth Fire team.

"Hehe, Clara and I went to so many places yesterday, woof woof~"

The girl was somewhat reserved and didn't say anything too explicit, but Hua Yi, being the person he was, immediately connected her final strange cry with the fox howling around the campfire that people were talking about.

"Were you imitating a fox's howl yesterday?"

"ah!"

Realizing he had just let something slip, Hook hurriedly covered his mouth, his big eyes darting around. When he saw Hua Yi watching him with a smile, he knew that Hua Yi had overheard the secret.

"Well... that... Hook was also asked by Earthfire's sister! She said it wasn't something bad."

"The members of Earthfire, that makes sense. Only Earthfire, who are already fighting against the Rift and whose beliefs and actions are extraordinary, would dare to think and act like such a thoughtful member of the campfire fox."

Did Hook get into trouble?

"It's alright. With a little manipulation, it can be used as proof that the Amber King favors the lower districts. The Great Guardian and the Silvermane Iron Guard disappointed everyone in the Underworld once, so they had to borrow the name of the Star God to appease people. Now that the people have returned home, their mentality is already good, and it's a good thing that they've become even more positive."

Hua Yi was calm and composed.

Since it was a member of the Earthfire who acted on his own initiative, Natasha was able to get to the bottom of it with a little investigation.

The doctor said to leave things to her, and she certainly has the mind to arrange everything properly, so I don't need to pay too much attention.

"Also, a fox's call isn't a howl; it sounds more like a wolf's."

"Oh, is that so? Then what should we call it?"

"Waaah, foxes are all whiny monsters."

"Oh, Hook, I've got it. I'll definitely do better next time."

"You've caused Natasha trouble again this time, so let's hope it doesn't happen again, Ding."

Chapter 190 This is our exciting combo skill!

In Panyan Town, a group of people gathered in a small square, craning their necks to watch something.

The vendors who have been doing business in the town all year round have somehow obtained a lot of ingredients that are rarely seen in the lower districts, saying that they want to celebrate the recapture of Rivet Town and launch a 20% discount event.

"I do know that the rift was suppressed, and even the gaps in the large mining area were restricted by the protective power, but where did you get so many vegetables, fruits, and meat?"

"These vegetables don't look like moss; they look like crops that can only be grown on a large scale in the greenhouses of the upper zone. And this frozen meat... Hey, how come there are even fish? They look pretty fresh. How long have they been dead?"

"Of course it's fresh, it's a live fish!"

"Boss, are you sure it's alive? I think it's turned belly up."

"Don't talk nonsense, it's swimming on its back."

"Yes, yes, I guess I was just being naive."

The townspeople, who knew each other well, chatted casually. Now that the situation in the lower districts was constantly improving, they had the leisure to joke with each other, and their former frowns were nowhere to be seen.

“The entire mining area is no longer dangerous. The first mining team has even discovered a new ore vein. We don’t have to worry about future work. Since you’re willing to give me a 20% discount, I’m going to have a big meal.”

"What, you're going to buy this big fish and enjoy it all by yourself?"

"No, no, that's too much of an expense. I'll keep some Winter City Shields for myself—Boss, how about we make a pot of fish soup? Fresh fish is perfect for soup!"

"Yes, soup is good, and a bowl of soup isn't too expensive, so we can all satisfy our cravings."

When a customer makes a request, the vendor naturally won't refuse and quickly processes the backstroke fish.

The process of opening up the stomach and removing the internal organs is something that not only the vendor himself is very familiar with, but also other townspeople who make a living by mining.

Back when the lockdown order hadn't been issued yet, and when there was close communication between the upper and lower levels of Beloborg, every household in the lower districts made fish jelly—a symbol of the memories of the old Rock people.

People gathered around the stall, drooling as they waited for the vendor to cook the fish soup on the spot. They wanted to feast on the hot soup as soon as it was ready, as a celebration of the Amber King's apostle suppressing the rift, allowing the wanderers to return home, and the miners to have something to dig for. But then the stall owner abruptly stopped.

"Boss, what's wrong? Could it be that you haven't handled fresh fish in a while and your skills have become rusty?"

"...I touched something."

"Of course you should feel something, internal organs!"

No, not just internal organs.

Under the watchful eyes of everyone, the vendor pulled a well-preserved strip from the fish's belly.

"cloth?"

"There are words written on it!"

“Let me see—Wang Huayi.”

"Hiss! Why does this sound like the strange scream from last night? Dong Chengxing, Hua Yi..."

The townspeople didn't say the last word, but everyone present understood what it meant.

For a moment, everyone looked at each other, their expressions bewildered.

The High Warden is the Queen of Beloborg, and the position has always been held by a woman. The sudden appearance of a campfire, a fox's cry, and a book hidden in a fish's belly, with the words "Winter City will rise, and King Hua Yi will reign," would have seemed unrealistic and a joke in the past.

However, which of the lower-level residents present had not experienced the suffering brought by the erosion of the rift? Which of them had not gone to Rivet Town to pay homage to the rift suppressed by the power of preservation, and to listen to the impassioned speeches of those who had personally participated in the recapture battle, proclaiming the greatness of the Amber King's apostles?

They saw with their eyes and heard with their ears, and were already completely captivated and filled with awe.

The current Grand Guardian, Cocolia, has issued a lockdown order, which has dimmed her image in the hearts of the people underground. In contrast, Hua Yi, who brings hope, shines brightly.

He is more wise and powerful than the Great Guardian, and is more in line with the [Protection].

It is said that it was ordained by heaven and blessed by the King of Amber, and no one would question that.

Who else can suppress the rift? The Great Guardian residing high in Kripper Fortress certainly can't.

So...so...

"How could there be such a large piece of cloth hidden inside the fish's belly? Could it be that it received a blessing from the Amber King and was conveying a decree from the Star God?"

The vendor quickly put away the cloth strips and nonchalantly started simmering fish soup.

"Just kidding, everyone please don't overthink it. Everyone will get a bowl of soup later, it's free!"

"..."

"Ahem, if that's how you put it, then I won't hold back."

"Oh, it smells so good."

On the outside of the crowd, Hua Yi, who had stopped with Hu Ke, twitched at the corner of his mouth.

He had only planned to buy some food on the way back to Natasha's clinic, fill their stomachs and replenish their energy, before continuing their journey to the upper district. However, he witnessed the entire process of the vendor removing the strip of cloth.

Good heavens, a campfire, a fox's cry, and a book hidden in a fish's belly—who came up with that idea?

They knew the Amber King wouldn't refute them, and even the backstroke fish had received the blessing of the Star God. You want to eat the Guardian Token, right?

It seems there are quite a few cunning members within the Earthfire organization, and the situation has changed again, which Natasha is probably unaware of.

"Let's go back to the clinic first."

Instead of squeezing into the crowd to buy discounted snacks, Hua Yi decisively grabbed Hook's hand and fled the scene before the townspeople recognized him.

The aroma of the simmering fish soup wafted out, whetting the appetite of the dark-skinned Lord Hook, especially since the stall owner said it was free—it was like a windfall!

However, since Hua Yi didn't intend to join the queue, the girl had no choice but to suppress her cravings and reluctantly follow him out of the town square.

“Natasha, something’s happened outside again. The Earthfire members have pulled a fast one. This time, they didn’t even write Dongcheng Xing down. Instead, they’ve blatantly left Hua Yi Wang’s name on the note.”

The incident happened suddenly, and in order to minimize the impact, Hua Yi began to recount what he had seen and heard as soon as he entered the clinic.

Inside, Xing and March 7th were either playing single-player games or organizing photos. Xier, who had arranged things in Rivet Town, sat next to them, curiously examining the smart terminal 1.1.

Hiluva and Bronya peruse the Earthfire Archives, lamenting the efforts of the people in the lower districts to fight against the rifts and maintain order, while the builders of the city feel guilty for failing to fulfill their responsibility to protect it.

Natasha, the leader of the Earth Fire, listened intently to the news brought by Hua Yi, without showing any surprise on her face.

"That's it."

"We still need to take the initiative to guide public opinion and focus the topic on the Amber King's protection of Beloborg. While Hilva gets the size to make shoes, Natasha, you'll have to put in a lot of effort to control the situation before we set off."

"I feel there's no need to control the situation."

Natasha bent down and took out a neatly folded, luxurious robe that she had sewn stitch by stitch just today from a locked box. She walked to Hua Yi's side, her eyes sparkling, and spoke softly.

"It's cold in the upper area, here, put a coat on me."

Chapter 191 Donning the Yellow Robe, I Need to Reintroduce Myself!

The robes of the High Warden of Beloborg were also developed from the uniforms of the Silvermane Iron Guards, but with the addition of more luxurious details such as shawls and ribbons.

So, what is this robe that Natasha has taken out now?

This is a wonderful prop she specially prepared, a magnificent garment sewn for the first male Great Guardian since the founding of Beloborg!

Based on the specifications of the High Guardians, a men's robe was designed to reflect their distinguished status.

Despite being the leader of the Earthfire, Natasha has studied in the Upper District and worked in a hospital under the Silvermane Iron Guard, making her quite knowledgeable and experienced.

Having heard of the legendary guardians and their attire, Natasha, as the caretaker of the orphanage, often mends clothes for the children, and her sewing skills are top-notch.

Looking across the entire lower district, perhaps no one is more suitable than her to make such a royal robe.

As Natasha mentioned the cold weather, she immediately draped a white robe with dark blue accents over Hua Yi's shoulders.

"Wow!"

Hook had no idea how special this outfit with its strong sense of déjà vu was. She stared wide-eyed and exclaimed in surprise, thinking that Hua Yi looked exceptionally handsome at that moment.

It's not just about appearance.

He possessed an air of nobility befitting his status, as if everything was as it should be, as if it were only natural.

"A fox howls by the campfire, a book is hidden in the belly of a fish, a yellow robe is bestowed upon you—Natasha, your combination of punches has left me completely dazed."

Wearing the long robe sewn by the doctor herself, Hua Yi was caught between taking it off and putting it on, so he could only sit down and adjust his tone and posture to prevent the inevitable development of his ascension to the throne and the overthrow of the perverse pseudo-emperor Cocolia from becoming a certainty.

Natasha looked completely sincere.

"The campfire fox's cry and the book hidden in the fish's belly were not my ideas; they were all spontaneous plans by the members of the Earth Fire group. The hero who saved the lower district brought such a precious miracle that everyone cherishes it carefully. If people knew that you planned to return to the upper district to meet with Cocolia, I think countless people would follow you."

"That means we're completely declaring war on Cripperburg."

There is nothing new under the sun.

Now, Belloberg is about to reenact the historical events known to Hua Yi.

It wasn't Natasha who led the Earthfire to pledge allegiance to the new king, but rather the members of the Earthfire who were eager to follow the hero who turned the tide and rescued countless people from the mire of despair, to fight for themselves, for the Lower District, and for the future of Beloborg!

The doctor was simply going along with the will of the people.

“I don’t know if there are any hidden reasons or difficulties behind Cocolia’s issuance of the lockdown order, but I, and all of us, know that you are a better leader than Cocolia, both in terms of ability and heart.”

Hua Yi raised his hand, signaling Natasha to stop talking.

"I was planning to formally introduce Hilva and Bronya to you before, so let me do it now."

He pointed to the blond mechanic with a complicated expression.

“Hilva Landau, that’s right, the Landau family with a long history, protecting Belloberg for generations. Hilva is the genius young lady of the Landau family, and was once the combat power and brains of the Silvermane Guard, and Cocolia’s right-hand woman.”

Natasha already knew that Shiluva and Bronya were Pathwalkers.

How could someone who has embarked on this path be an ordinary person? In particular, Hiluva exudes a maturity that comes from having experienced upheavals. Her words and actions may seem casual, but they are always just right, avoiding bringing negative feelings to those around her and naturally integrating personal cultivation into her life.

Upon hearing Hua Yi say that she was from the Landau family, Natasha was only surprised for a moment. Her gaze towards Shiluva changed from a normal look to a meaningful inquiry.

"Was?"