Star Iron: I picked up a secretary at the beginning of March 7th

"So, what are you guys talking about?"

Seeing that everyone's expressions were a little serious, Hualin stopped joking around, put away his smile and asked what happened.

"In short, we have to take the initiative this time." Cangye briefly explained the situation to Hualin, then continued with the previous topic, "Let's not ask where you've been. Sister Jizi, what do you think?"

"We are familiar with the properties of star cores. As the core of our stable dream, star cores are of vital importance to our family. If we touch their core interests, they will inevitably retaliate. And this haste will precisely mean the emergence of a flaw."

"That's right. As long as we can threaten the star core, we'll have a chance to gain the upper hand, whether in negotiation or battle." Liuying continued Ji Zi's analysis, "But the problem is, how can we get close to the theater right before the Harmonious Music Ceremony? The family will undoubtedly set up heavy defenses, and even if we can force our way through, the risks are too high."

"Entering stealthily..." Xing seemed to have thought of something and turned to look at Hualin, who had just sorted out his thoughts and caught up with everyone's thinking.

Noticing that Xing was looking at Hualin, Sanyue also thought of something, nodded and looked at him with satisfaction.

"...I'll go, but how?"

Hualin tightened his windbreaker, and then Ji Zi and Cangye understood, leaving Galaha and Liuying staring at each other.

"Huh? Why don't you use your magic claws?" Seeing Hualin's actions, Xing also realized that he and Hualin had different ideas. "That thing is so convenient. It can get there in the blink of an eye."

"Use your brain." Hualin tapped Xing lightly with his knife. "Firstly, this thing makes a lot of noise when it tears through space. Secondly... secondly, this thing is a bit uncontrollable."

"Ah~ Okay, but how are we going to do that?"

Silence, inexplicable silence.

Everyone looked at each other without saying a word.

"...Huh? So you're letting me take the lead before you've even figured out a plan?"

"The main reason is that you didn't even get me this outfit back then." Cangye looked at Hualin with some resentment, "I asked you where you got it when I was home, but you still haven't answered me."

"Didn't I tell you, Zi Ma gave it to me." Hua Lin didn't dare to meet Cangye's gaze, and said with a guilty conscience, "If you don't believe me, go ask her."

"Then why can't Iori-senpai give me that?"

"You are you, and I am me." Hualin rolled his eyes. "Maybe yours has other effects."

"Tsk." Cangye wanted to retort, but didn't know what to say.

Seeing that the topic was getting off track, Liuying beside them weakly interrupted, "Um, are we getting off track?"

"..."x7

Oh, everyone was silent again.

"Hmm... I have an idea." March's voice was very low and mixed with some uncertainty, but in the silent environment, everyone could hear it clearly.

"Um?!"

"Hey, what do you mean by that look and tone?" Seeing Xing's suspicious face, Sanyue was a little indignant. "You don't really think I'm stupid, do you? (#`n′)"

"Who says my Sanyue is stupid? My Sanyue is very smart, even though she's foolish!" Hualin answered first, but...

"Hmm, this beautiful girl is extremely smart, but very foolish... huh?"

March seemed to have discovered something, but before she could say anything, she felt a gentle touch on her waist.

Then I felt a weight on my right shoulder, and Hualin's lazy and gentle words came into my ears: "Yeah, my March is awesome."

Of course, what reached her ears was not only Hualin's voice, but also the breath that Hualin blew unintentionally - Hualin hugged March from behind, rested his chin on her shoulder, and spoke into her ear.

"It's... too close~"

Privately, Sanyue wouldn't have found such an ambiguous gesture unacceptable. But the problem was that this time they did it in front of everyone, and besides the train crew, there were also two "outsiders"—Liu Ying and Gallagher.

Looking at Sanyue's red ears, Hualin couldn't help but want to play with them. But considering the current situation, he finally put the idea aside: "So, Sanyue, what is your plan?"

As the old saying goes, there will always be one or two times in daily life when you feel powerless as if you are being raped by life. If you can't resist it, you might as well submit to it and enjoy it.

Just like March, who struggled in vain, she simply gave up and was held obediently by Hualin.

"Look, I heard there'll be a warm-up audition before the Harmonious Music Festival begins. It's called something like... the Suleda Festival Auditions, right by the Hot Sand Moment." March seemed to have thought of something, and her tone grew excited. "As long as we take first place, we'll be crowned the Festival Superstar and receive a personal audience from Miss Mockingbird... Well, that's not important. What's important is that we can enter the Grand Theater earlier than the average audience!"

"That's a good idea, but here comes the problem." After hearing Sanyue's suggestion, Cangye nodded in agreement, but then pointed out the flaw in the suggestion, "How are we supposed to participate in the auditions for this grand event?"

"Hehe, actually I got a few special invitation tickets from Miss Robin's fan group!" March nudged Hualin lightly with her elbow, and the latter understood and let go of March.

"To be honest, I've been preparing to enter this talent show." March pulled out her phone and quickly retrieved the electronic ticket information. "But now it seems that even if I win, I probably won't have the chance to shake hands with Miss Mockingbird."

"By the way, I used Cangye's phone to snatch the tickets together. I got eight tickets in total. Otherwise, Hualin, you also..."

"...Okay, I have no objection." Seeing Sanyue looking at him expectantly, Hualin was too embarrassed to refuse. "It's a good thing I don't have to act alone."

"Auditions for the gala... I wonder if they're still going on," Gallagher interjected. "Originally, it was Mikhail's gimmick to attract attention... But now it's worth a try."

"Let's do as Little March says. Mr. Gallaher, will you come with us?"

"I'm afraid I don't have the time." Gallagher shook his head and rejected Ji Zi's invitation. "I have completed my last mission as a 'fictional character'. Whether Pinocchio can wake up from his dream depends entirely on you."

Fictional character?

Hearing Gallagher say this about him, Hualin had some doubts, but before he could ask Ji Zi, he spoke first: "If we can meet again, please come and sit on the train."

"Okay. I'll add a few more to your train think tank."

"And Miss Liuying..." Ji Zi turned her head and looked at Liuying, who was peeking at Xing. "Thank you for your help earlier. With the enemy at hand, as long as the Star Core Hunters and the Star Train share the same goal, we are willing to cooperate with you."

"Ah? Oh, uh, cough." Seeing that the topic had turned to her, Liuying withdrew her gaze and looked at Jizi seriously, saying, "We've come this far, let me complete the journey of Pinocchio with you. I'm glad that we can stand side by side in the end. This is indeed the best ending."

"Well, that's exactly what a 'pioneering' journey is all about. Let's get going, everyone."

.......

Happy Dragon Boat Festival~