[Little Gui's Livestream]
[Trailblaze Mission: The Devil in Velvet, has begun]
The scene at this moment.
Seamlessly continued from the previous plot.
In the room of the Dreamscape Hotel.
Aventurine and Stelle stood before the Dream Pool.
Aventurine said, "Ah, my friend, my expression wasn't much better than yours when I witnessed this scene."
"You're not mistaken, it's her, the renowned singer Robin."
"Let me clarify, this has nothing to do with me. I'm just an unlucky bystander who stumbled into the scene. The Family can vouch for me. If you don't believe me, ask someone from the Bloodhound Family. They hate me, they hate the company, so they certainly wouldn't lie."
"This isn't the crime scene either. What I'm showing you is a memory—the simplest Light Cone Manifest technology, authorized by the Memokeepers, owned by the company."
"At this point, do you still think that Galaxy Ranger is an outsider?"
Unexpectedly.
The 2.1 version of the storyline started off with a scene full of tension!
The people in the room immediately stirred.
Acheron's suspicion had just been cleared.
But in the game's storyline.
Aventurine was deliberately trying to shift the blame onto Acheron!
Recalling the trailer where Aventurine transformed into a boss form and engaged in a fierce battle with the Astral Express Crew...
The gazes of everyone in the room toward Aventurine instantly turned unfriendly!
Meanwhile, Aventurine in the storyline continued to ramble on—
"Penacony has solemnly promised: in the dreams woven by the Family, the safety of every guest is guaranteed. Those in danger will be forcibly awakened and returned safely to reality."
"What gives them the confidence to make such a bold claim? Because behind this promise lies the protection of Harmony: the Family's Dreamweavers have connected their thoughts into one, constructing an impenetrable line of defense."
"To breach this defense and create death within the Dreamscape... even the Memokeepers cannot do this without the Family's permission."
"Who can do it? My friend, it can only be her, that woman who calls herself a Galaxy Ranger... an imposter, an uninvited guest, an Emanator hiding her true identity..."
"Ifrit's death is already a foregone conclusion, and Robin... her tragic state is right before our eyes. Who will be the next victim?"
These words.
They indiscriminately targeted both the family and Acheron!
At the end of the corridor.
Acheron stood there.
Her sharp gaze pierced through the crowd and landed on Aventurine.
The live stream's comments appeared at just the right moment.
...
"Acheron: What did I ever do to you?"
"Is Aventurine still investigating Acheron?"
"Aventurine, stop trying to pin the blame here and go back to perform 'Sleepless Night'!"
"If I were Acheron and knew someone was constantly investigating me, I'd go up and take Aventurine out first."
"True, Aventurine doesn't have any substantial evidence here, but he's managed to mix the two incidents together..."
"The boss form was already revealed in the trailer, Aventurine is bound to change his face later!"
...
On the scene.
Aventurine wiped the cold sweat from his forehead.
He forced a calm smile.
Raised his hand, and made an apologetic gesture towards the spring.
Honestly.
He himself was quite helpless!
The game is a game, reality is reality!
Just because I acted this way in the game doesn't mean I really have any hostility towards you in real life!
For no good reason, why would I provoke an Emanator?
And of all things, an Emanator of Nihility!
I hope the following plot doesn't mess with me anymore.
Now, I'm one step closer to becoming a public enemy...
...
The plot continues.
Black Swan also walked in from outside the room.
Confirming that Aventurine was telling the truth.
Robin had indeed been killed.
And Aventurine once again expressed his desire to cooperate with the Astral Express in a personal capacity.
He openly stated his intentions: "I have only one goal: the family's gate is a high wall, and to topple it, I need to make a few holes first. Once there's a weakness, the company has plenty of means."
"Now, the opportunity has come. As long as we can uncover the truth behind Robin's death, we can bring justice to the deceased, and at the same time, gain leverage in negotiations to bring the family to the table."
"A once-in-a-lifetime opportunity... I've been investigating all over Penacony, making friends, just for this moment."
"This bad news is extremely unfavorable for the family, so they will undoubtedly spare no effort to prevent outsiders from intervening, especially the company."
"But I believe there are a few factions that are exceptions, and that's why I need all of you. The Astral Express has a renowned reputation, and Harmony will give you the fairest evaluation."
"You can uncover the truth and uphold justice, and I can accomplish the company's mission... This is what we call a win-win."
In the cinema.
After Aventurine finished his speech.
The theater erupted into a round of enthusiastic applause!
"So this is Director Aventurine's plan!"
"He's about to make his move!"
"I didn't realize it before, but the company's actions in the family's territory are so difficult..."
"Cast a wide net, seek balance... Write it down, write it down."
"Learn from Director Aventurine!"
Jade also nodded in approval: "Not bad, it's that child's usual tactics."
However.
Compared to the supportive atmosphere in the cinema.
Aventurine on the scene was not having a good time!
Sunday looked at him with a cold expression: "Using my sister's death as a bargaining chip, you really are something, Aventurine?"
"What should I say? The company really goes to any lengths to reclaim ownership of this frontier land.Hearing Sunday's gritted teeth tone.
Aventurine seriously suspected.
If it weren't for the crowd.
This "Brother Sunday" would probably have started a fight with him.
Aventurine quickly explained with a smile: "Mr. Sunday, that's a bit too harsh."
"I'm also trying to uncover the truth behind your sister's death and bring justice to the deceased."
Sunday snorted coldly.
And said nothing more.
But undoubtedly!
In Sunday's eyes.
Aventurine's image and character had already been reduced to the lowest!
He now hoped to see Aventurine become an adversary as soon as possible...
So he could take him down.
...
After expressing his intention to cooperate, Aventurine left.
Black Swan sighed: "Everything is too sudden, I can only offer guesses. After leaving here, go and talk carefully with your companions, I hope you can sort out the source of the chaotic thoughts."
Led by Black Swan.
They arrived at the exit of the Memory Zone.
"Let's leave from here. Then it's time to say goodbye. All of this feels like... a nightmare."
"Unfortunately, memories don't lie... what we just witnessed was reality, and it won't fade away just because we wake up."
"But don't be afraid. Follow the choices of your heart. This is how we all walk through the world, leaving shadows of varying lengths, and in the end... we leave behind precious memories."
Just as they were about to part ways.
Black Swan suddenly thought of something and said, "Ah, please wait a moment."
[Black Swan gently touched your earlobe, leaving a cool sensation. Then, she handed you a card.]
"That should do it, a small parting gift. If one day, you unfortunately sink into the depths of the Memory Zone without a Memokeeper by your side—it will guide you out on my behalf."
"I do care about human connections... consider it my apology for keeping things from you."
[Obtained Item: Fate's Epistle]
Little Gui immediately opened it to take a look.
It was an exquisite card, with Black Swan's own image on the front.
Below was a corresponding description.
[Black Swan's parting gift.]
[A small card numbered zero, seemingly not part of Black Swan's collection.]
[In the card, she gazes into the mist of fate.]
[If one day, you unfortunately sink into the depths of the Memory Zone without a Memokeeper by your side—it will guide you out on my behalf.]
"I have a feeling this item will play an important role in the future," Little Gui remarked.
...Foreshadowing...
"Plot twist?"
"It seems I'll be sinking into the depths of the Memory Zone alone later."
"Key Item: GET!"
"This was given to me by the beautiful and wise Miss Black Swan!"
"Could this be like the token from Xianzhou? Maybe it'll come in handy by the end of the story."