Starry Sky Railway: Opening Performance - Taixu Sword God

"It seems that Sand Gold has no further requests, so let's investigate the family matters first."

"Himeko, what do you think?"

Himeko pondered:

"Of the current leads, the two murder cases are the most direct, and I suggest we start from there."

"Actually, there's something I'm curious about: if someone dies in a dream, what happens to them in reality?"

"Since Miss Firefly committed suicide by walking towards that meme, why don't we return to reality and verify Miss Firefly's situation with the hotel... We can also inquire about Miss Robin's whereabouts while we're at it."

Upon hearing Ji Zi's idea, Yan Huan raised her hand and said:

"Report, Liu Ying is an illegal immigrant; there are no guest rooms available at the hotel!"

Ji Zi: “…”

Chapter 670 You Look a Lot Like an Old Friend of Mine

“Even without a guest room, using other methods to enter the dream, given the family's control over dreams, we can probably still find some clues,” Walter said in a deep voice.

"How about this, we split into two groups?"

"There are some things in the dream that I'm concerned about. I'd like to investigate them first and then meet up with you later."

"Something that's on my mind?" Himeko stroked her chin thoughtfully.

"Okay, no problem, then I'll leave it to you."

At this point, Yan Huan, Ji Zi, and San Yueqi all returned to reality.

Walter was left standing there alone.

"..."

Glancing at the increasingly sparse pedestrians around him, Walter stood before the Clockwork Boy statue and said in a deep voice:

"Honorable guest, may I come out and meet you?"

The next moment, Walter felt a gentle breeze blowing from behind him.

Looking back, Huang Quan was already standing beside him.

Walter: "..."

Huang Quan: "..."

Walter: "..."

Huang Quan: "...Being stared at like this makes me feel awkward too."

As Walter scrutinized Huang Quan's appearance, he snapped out of his daze and said in a deep voice:

"excuse me."

“My name is Walter Yang, a member of the Star Train. I believe you have already met my companions.”

“[Walter]...?” Huang Quan frowned slightly.

"What's wrong with this name?" Walter frowned slightly.

"..."

Huang Quan was silent for a moment, then looked up:

"...Before that, aren't you going to ask my name?"

Walter's gaze remained calm:

"I'm afraid that won't be necessary, Miss Huang Quan."

“You’re a well-known figure at Pinocchio now.”

Huang Quan took a deep breath and said in a deep voice:

"...What did they say?"

Walter, with his arms folded, spoke to Huang Quan:

"Someone claims you are the real killer in the Miss Robin murder case."

"The Annihilation Gang, who came to the banquet, also died tragically under your blade. Now, you are trying to stir up another bloodbath in Pinocchio."

Huang Quan murmured:

"The Annihilation Gang?"

Walter reminds you:

"[Afrit of the Eternal Flame Mansion]"

Huang Quan looked at the surrounding scenery and said wistfully:

"A tragic death?"

"That duke, on the verge of death, transformed into flames and sacrificed himself for his cause."

"He was a steadfast and heroic walker of destiny, and even villains should not be slandered like this."

"Besides... I'm just a latecomer."

Huang Quan looked at Walter and said seriously:

"Before I arrived at [Eternal Fire Mansion], the fire demons inside were already on the verge of destruction."

"...That was a massacre."

"Moreover, there are quite a few suspicious individuals who came at the invitation."

Huang Quan stared at Walter, frowning as he said:

Do they really think... a longsword is more dangerous than the [black hole] in your hand?

"..."

Walter's gaze grew increasingly sharp:

"...A very keen intuition; even the family couldn't pinpoint the truth behind this cane."

"So...you must know very well too."

"Miss Huang Quan, it is not a wise move to peer into a black hole."

"As a potential dangerous individual, your knowledge of us has reached an unsettling level—"

Walter declared:

“Reveal your true identity and state your purpose.”

"Otherwise, I'd like you to be prepared to be torn apart by gravity."

Huang Quan took a deep breath and slowly replied:

"That kind of thing... probably won't happen."

"But if it can make you anonymous guests less wary, I'd be happy to help."

"Whether you believe it or not, the Sea Patrol Knight, the Underworld—that's who I am now."

"And the visit to Pinocchio was solely for a long-held [last wish]."

“I’m here for the watchmaker’s legacy, that’s all.”

"I think I've been honest enough."

Walter was clearly not satisfied with Huang Quan's explanation.

This is essentially saying nothing at all.

“You still refuse to reveal your true identity,” Walter said in a deep voice.

Huang Quan shook his head:

"It's not that I'm unwilling, but that I can't."

"I have walked too long a road, and I cannot explain in a few words all that has been done to me."

"Everyone has a past they find hard to talk about, secrets they don't want to easily reveal..."

"I won't ask any further questions about why the Star Train is carrying a 'Star Core' to travel through the Milky Way."

"..." Walter fell silent.

Huang Quan stared at him and continued to ask:

"How is Mr. Yan Huan? It seems that among the nameless guests, he is the only one who has always believed in me."

No, he just has other feelings for you.

Walter adjusted his glasses and said in a deep voice:

"You resemble one of his old friends."

"Of course, he was also an old friend of mine."

"But I must remain vigilant; memories of the past cannot guarantee the safety of my companions. Caution is essential."

"Miss Huang Quan, whether you can gain my trust depends on how much you are willing to reveal."

Huang Quan's sincere reply:

"In order to find that [legacy], after checking into Pinocchio, I visited various dreams and conducted a lot of investigations."

"During this period, I also had contact with many visitors."

"During this process, I gradually realized..."

Huang Quan stared into Walter's eyes:

"The secret of Pinocchio... may be closely related to the past [pioneering].

"That's why I've come to seek your help."

"I don't have enough evidence, but I'd like to suggest a possibility."