Collapse, survive

Why not believe it?

"So, what do you need me to do?" she asked, demonstrating a cooperative attitude.

Fang Jie smiled and said, "For the sake of mutual trust, my friend, for the sake of mutual trust. I know you're not someone who easily trusts outsiders, but the power is real and undeniable. You'll understand once you beat up the Star Train squad. Do your best, it's okay to make a wish to the Star Core. Or you can beat us all up, but I'll lower the price after that."

"..."

"This... you're not in cahoots... is this a business war? Or are you trying to prove the power of outsiders to me?" Cocolia didn't quite understand, but there was no need to delve into it; it was something she had been mentally prepared for from the beginning.

"I understand. I've already arranged to discuss the star core with them tomorrow, we can proceed immediately..."

"There's no need to be so swift. Let's make arrangements tomorrow. Besides, the concept of preservation that you guardians cannot bear needs to be inherited."

Fang Jie didn't hold a grudge at all about being scribbled on, and said cheerfully:

"Issue a warrant for arrest first."

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P.S.: Good morning. Something feels off. Is the comment section being spammed? Everyone who gives a positive review is being dragged into negative comments.

Chapter Twenty-Five: But March 7th is very worried about you.

On the second night of the expedition, Star Core Essence still didn't sleep as soundly as he had on the train.

It wasn't because she had any deep affection for the cardboard boxes on the train, but because she heard strange noises last night... It sounded like the girl Cocolia was talking to something, about rebuilding some dying world.

baffling.

As for tonight, she could always hear the clattering of military boots in her half-awake state, which was incredibly noisy.

Damn it, I'm going to smash you all away with my baseball bat!

Xingdu was somewhat envious of Fang Jie's sleep quality in the next room; even if March 7th drew Pam on his face, he wouldn't wake up...

Wait, if I sleep like that too, will he retaliate?

"Hey!"

Xing, who was instantly awakened, also heard a series of urgent knocks coming from outside the room.

Her intuition told her that something bad was going to happen... She should go out and check the situation.

When she stepped out of the room, March 7th and Danheng were already waiting in the hallway.

March 7th exclaimed excitedly, "Ah Xing, did you hear that?"

"When did I start being called Ah Xing?"

Xing's eyes widened.

March 7th glared back: "Hey, what time is it? Wouldn't it sound better to call you Ah Ling? Or how about I call you Little Gray Fur?"

Xing was convinced: "Then let's keep Ah Xing, it sounds more human. What's going on? What are you listening to?"

Seeing the two little ones chatting anytime, anywhere, Danheng quickly explained the situation to prevent them from talking about something else: "It's the Silvermane Iron Guards. A group of Silvermane Iron Guards have come to the entrance of the inn, and they seem to have ill intentions."

"Axeman?"

Xing suddenly remembered Fang Jie's joke earlier. Wait, did he say that?

March 7th, on the other hand, was serious, academic, and earnest in correcting Danheng: "We are the ones who have come."

"..."

Danheng didn't want to talk to them about these things.

Xing Huan looked around and asked, "Where's Fang Jie? Is he still sleeping?"

Before she knew it, she had come to recognize this as a qualified teammate, someone she should turn to for help when things go wrong.

"Probably, he was sleeping like a log."

March 7th, counting the days...

"I'm not dead."

Fang Jie pushed open the door, behind which was a bench. He glanced at March 7, who had taken a half-step back in fright, and said, "Aren't you being too suspicious? Maybe these Silver Mane Iron Guards are just here to escort you."

He has always treated people with sincerity.

"Escort? That would be far too tense."

March 7th doesn't accept this statement: "It feels very ominous."

Xing stared wide-eyed, trying to discern a serious expression on the Silvermane Iron Guard's visor...

No.

'March 7th, your feelings are so strange.'

'That's right! I'm a beautiful girl!'

March 7th was extremely pleased with the admiring gaze directed at her, and stood tall with her hands on her hips.

Suddenly, she saw a person emerge from among the Silver Mane Iron Guards downstairs.

She wore a military uniform similar to Bronya's, especially those black stockings, a specialty of Belleburg in the snowy landscape—warm and beautiful, her resounding steps captivating everyone's attention.

Wow, what a cool older sister!

The date March 7th seems vaguely familiar.

“I am Hilvarando, acting commander of the Silvermane Iron Guard. In the name of the noble and supreme Amber King, I have been sent by the High Guardian Cocolia Rand to apprehend the infiltrator who intends to instigate a rebellion.”

It looks more familiar.

"Wait a minute, isn't this... you combined with Jepard and Bronya from before?"

March 7th felt like it had a lot of flaws.

Hoshino also felt something was off: "Her tone sounded really strange."

That kind of... the tone of a fallen female knight, seemingly serious and solemn, but unwilling with ulterior motives, and a little excited... that was Bronya before!

Hilva ignored her, continuing, "Hereby, in my capacity as acting commander of the Silvermane Iron Guard, I temporarily strip you of your autonomy in action and speech; you will be given the opportunity to defend yourselves when the tribunal judges put you to your trial. Abandon—"

"Wait a moment!"

A loud voice, tinged with weakness and disbelief, rang out; it was a voice everyone was familiar with.

It's Jepard.

He seemed to have rushed over, still injured, and happened to stumble upon the arrest scene. The surrounding guards involuntarily made way for him, allowing him to pass through by facial recognition and stand before Shiluva.

"Sister, what's going on? It's clearly..."

"Shut up."

Hiluva rebuked her sternly.

“Jepard, address me by my title.”

"I am the Silvermane Iron Guard commander!"

Jepard couldn't understand why things had suddenly turned so bad today, when everything was fine yesterday, the High Protector seemed to be having a pleasant conversation with the outsiders, and even comforting the people in a long time.

"No longer. You've been dismissed, Jepard. If you dare to obstruct me again, you'll be considered an accomplice!"

"What? Shiluva..."

Hiluva appeared cold and ruthless, her hawk-like eyes fixed on the incredibly familiar face before her. Upon hearing this, she swiftly dropped a document, her eyes flashing with lightning.

"Get out of the way! Do you intend to protect them?"

Upon receiving the document, Jepard was speechless at the sight of the High Protector's signature on it, which read "Dismissal." He simply couldn't believe it. Why was this happening?

"No, there must be something in here..."

"Iron Guards, capture them!"

Without wasting any time, Hiluva ordered the operation to begin.

March 7th was also confused; even the guy who was supposed to guarantee safety had messed up. It was all because of that so-called "Great Guardian": "Wait, wait a minute! This isn't what we agreed on! She clearly said she wanted to invite us to discuss important matters..."

Foolish March 7th, the Star Core Spirit already has a baseball bat in hand, eager to try.

Danheng wanted to persuade her, but found that he had Jiyun in his hand.

"..."

He silently withdrew his hands and blocked Xing with his bare hands.

Set an example!

However, the current situation still needs to be clarified. He was certain: "This was a planned betrayal, without a doubt."

"No way, I'm going to be a prisoner again... I've noticed that this happens about once every three worlds."

On March 7th, he covered his head with his hands, unwilling to accept it.

That's because you always act on impulse without any planning.

Danheng hopes that March 7th will serve as a lesson and be used to educate the Star Core Spirit.

"Think carefully and act in a planned manner."

Xing looked doubtful. "Really?"

She was unsure, and looked towards March 7th...

That gaze was filled with trust, but also pressure. March 7th knew that he had to come up with a plan to salvage his senior's image, otherwise... there was no other way.

"I can grow too. Plans, plans, ah, I've got it."

On March 7th, looking around, she didn't see Fang Jie, who had silently retreated behind them, but she did see the street: "Ah Xing, Dan Heng, look at that alley over there!"

Dan Heng understood: "I see, that place was sealed off due to the erosion of the rift—I understand now, this is indeed a feasible plan. Everyone, prepare to escape."

"Hey, Danheng, you agreed. As expected of me, great job!"

On March 7th, he immediately became beaming with joy.

No, why did you stop fighting and run away? I don't want to...

Xing disagreed, but then heard Dan Heng say, "Observe one side and infer the other—"

For some reason, she immediately became obedient.

March 7th thoughtfully explained, "Shh! This is the train regiment's old code. When we count to one, you run with us!"

"The emperor's command is absolute—"

"What are you whispering about? Give up resistance and come with us!"

The Silvermane Iron Guards were approaching, and they were on high alert, faithfully performing their duties.

And so their eyes met.

"—Borrow a city!"

The battle horn sounded, and Xing didn't even think twice before pulling out his baseball bat and aiming it at the Silvermane Iron Guards who were surrounding him—and smashing it!

At the same time, March 7th's cooperation was extremely fast, and the Six Phases Ice Sealed their bodies.

The group rushed out like that...

Before jumping into the erosion zone on March 7th, he was shocked to find Fang Jie just watching. "Why aren't you moving? Run!"

The sprinting teams all paused for a moment because of this.

"They don't seem to be arresting me."

Fang Jie said with a serious expression, "Look, there are only your wanted posters."

Those were two highly artistic portraits, um, wanted posters.

The figure in the painting has grayish-white fur, and is neither male nor female. He is on all fours, staring straight ahead. His eyes reveal a wild and unrestrained love for life, and his mouth is wide open with his tongue sticking out. He is backed by starlight, which is very conspicuous.

It's in full color!