Chapter 249: Feathered Spirit appears at The Reverie Hotel; bringing the latest story!
After hanging up the comms, Robin put her headphones back on. While looking at the sheet music, she tried humming the song "Sway to My Beat in Cosmos" softly.
Although her new album "INSIDE" had been in the works for a while, some discordant notes within The Family had caused Robin to not only experience some irregularities in her voice but also affected her usual inspiration… She had been slow to produce a finished product.
Yet, these two demos seemed to have unexpectedly unlocked the source of her inspiration. The style of the songs was an incredibly perfect fit! Robin even had a feeling… it was as if these songs were tailor-made for her!
In fact, she had previously composed two songs in a similar style, but they hadn't made any substantial progress. But this time, Feathered Spirit had served up the finished product directly!
Fortunately, Robin had already composed many popular songs before this, otherwise, she might have sighed at this moment: "Sigh, I feel like I've been living in his shadow all along."
And in the collaboration request sent by Feathered Spirit, there was another important detail!
— Feathered Spirit expressed a desire to create a dedicated MV for her using this "Sway to My Beat in Cosmos."
The MV would incorporate content from the game Honkai: Star Rail!
This made Robin look forward to it even more.
"I don't think I have any reason to refuse~"
Robin began to draft her reply.
She had to carefully consider every sentence!
Is this appropriate?
Would it be too frivolous?
She wanted to convey her sincere and honored attitude to Feathered Spirit as much as possible!
......
On the other side, at The Reverie Hotel.
Having confirmed that his sister would not be going into the dreamscape to investigate "Something Unto Death" for the time being, Sunday felt slightly relieved.
Now, he could focus on dealing with this chaotic scene.
"Bang, bang, BANG!!!"
"Boom!"
A burst of intense gunfire erupted from below, making the already tense atmosphere even more restless and uneasy!
On the scene, various factions had formed small groups.
Upon hearing the noise, they immediately began whispering.
The entire floor seemed quite clamorous.
"What happened?"
Sunday inquired.
The security guard beside him replied: "Lord Sunday, a group of armed forces attempted to forcibly break through the Bloodhounds' blockade."
"Both sides have clashed in the Transfer Plaza."
"According to reports from below, there is no serious damage at the moment, and the ringleader has been subdued."
Sunday nodded, signaling that he understood.
It looked like a minor interlude, but in reality, it was a microcosm of the current situation at the scene!
If it weren't for the presence of the Stellaron Hunters, the IPC envoys, and Acheron, someone would have likely already led a riot just like the one below.
Originally, The Family's mission was to expel these dangerous elements of the universe.
Who would have thought that now, they would have to rely on them to keep order…
Ultimately, it was because he had stood on the opposite side of the Astral Express Crew in that trailer, and had also become tainted with the suspicion of being the "mastermind," causing The Family's credibility to plummet significantly.
Thinking of this, Sunday looked toward the Astral Express Crew, preparing to invite Welt or Ms. Himeko to cooperate…
Just then, factions on the scene began to speak up: "Mr. Sunday, we can no longer trust you."
"That's right, maybe you're the final boss of Penacony?"
"We're not targeting you, but there's definitely a problem within The Family!"
"Until the plot is revealed, we won't accept The Family's restrictions anymore."
"Until it's cleared up, I don't trust anyone except Feathered Spirit!"
Sunday's gaze darkened.
The situation was developing in the worst possible direction.
Not far away, Sparkle jumped down from the railing, gloating as she teased Sunday: "Why the long face, Chicken Wing Boy?"
"How about I, Lady Sparkle, help you out?"
"I have a button here; just press it, and everyone will be blown to the sky!"
"That way, you won't have to keep restraining each other and playing along~"
Sunday, of course, refused without hesitation.
"No thank you."
Are you kidding?
This is The Family's territory.
No matter how passive he was, he couldn't just blow up the hotel building.
Besides,
Sunday felt that the button probably wasn't a bomb…
Sparkle was mostly just there to mock him.
"It's a stalemate, what should we do?"
Sparkle rubbed her chin, acting as if she were helping Sunday solve his troubles.
But anyone with eyes could see it was blatant mockery!
The security personnel beside Sunday felt indignant on his behalf!
But Sparkle happened to be a key figure at this gathering!
She might even have information about the future plot.
They really couldn't afford to offend her!
At this moment, Sparkle suddenly said with a whimsical thought: "Oh, right!"
"If an Aeon were to descend here right now, wouldn't that break the stalemate?"
Sunday sighed helplessly.
"Please stop talking nonsense…"
However, halfway through his sentence, he froze!
Because in the air above the hotel, a golden figure had truly appeared!
He seemed to have walked out of a screen.
Calm and composed!
Standing in the void, he instantly captured everyone's attention!
"Ah?"
"That is…!?"
"Feathered Spirit himself!?"
"Am, am I seeing things!?"
"Why would he personally come here!?"
"My god! My life is complete!"
"Handsome! Too handsome! Even more handsome than when I saw him on the livestream!"
"Rumor has it Feathered Spirit is the Aeon of the game; I didn't believe it before, but now I really kind of do!"
"Calm down! Calm down! Damn it, I can't calm down at all!"
"Lord Feathered Spirit above, bless me not to lose the next 50/50!"
"Quick, take a picture and hang it by the head of the bed; worship it before every pull, and you're guaranteed three 5-stars in a ten-pull!"
The scene erupted!
It was as if it had instantly transformed from a tense, swords-drawn battlefield into a massive fan meeting!
Acheron, Aventurine, Himeko, Sparkle… were all surprised and uncertain for a moment!
They didn't know why Feathered Spirit himself would appear here at this time?!
They observed this legendary figure carefully and solemnly!
As for Lin Yu, the reason he appeared here… was, of course, because he had pulled the latest version of the plot not long ago and decided to come and release it in person!
He remembered how uncomfortable he felt when he was playing through this part of the story and was left on a cliffhanger!
Now that he had become the developer of Honkai: Star Rail, he certainly didn't intend to repeat the same mistakes.
He opened his eyes and spoke in a calm tone: "I am the developer of Honkai: Star Rail, Feathered Spirit."
"I know you must be very confused right now, feeling puzzled about the situation in Penacony, and lost regarding its future…"
"Therefore, I have brought the latest game plot."
"Through this latest plot performance, I believe you players will be able to see clearly…"
"The truth hidden within this dream."
After speaking, Lin Yu intended to retract his consciousness projection immediately.
Because experts always disappear right after speaking a riddle, hiding their merit and fame, leaving the crowd in a daze.
The longer he stayed, the more his "cool factor" would drop.
Lin Yu didn't intend to be a riddle-maker.
These words were quite concise and comprehensive.
Just then, Sunday seemed to realize this was a once-in-a-lifetime opportunity and immediately asked: "Lord Feathered Spirit, I've long admired your name."
"Although you have brought the new plot, it requires a player to livestream it. May I ask who should be the one to serve as this player?"
Sunday's question seemed simple, but it was actually quite profound!
If Feathered Spirit answered "whatever" or "it doesn't matter"…
Then Sunday would immediately have someone from The Family serve as that player!
Then, he could fabricate a gimmick—[ Feathered Spirit appeared in person, permitting The Family to be the first to start the new version livestream! ]
This way, even if Feathered Spirit didn't say anything, it would give the impression of an imperial appointment!
The Aventurine beside him immediately showed a look of annoyance on his face!
Obviously!
He had also realized the value behind this question!
"Damn it, how is this guy's reaction so fast!"
"If I had been the one to ask, this opportunity would have been mine!"
Lin Yu smiled slightly.
Sunday's thoughts naturally couldn't escape his scrutiny.
"Since you asked, I do have a candidate."
Lin Yu raised his hand and pointed forward.
The hotel door corresponding to the direction instantly turned into a portal.
At the same time, Guinaifen, who was livestreaming at the Astral Express station, suddenly felt a mysterious summons!
The next second, the ground beneath her feet vanished, and she fell into a portal.
"AHHHHH!!!!!"
Not knowing what was happening, she subconsciously let out a sharp screech.
The next second, Guinaifen appeared directly in the hotel corridor.
Everyone's eyes turned to look at her in unison.
Guinaifen's bangs were blown up to her forehead, and her face seemed to have two big words written on it—Confused!
It took several seconds for her to notice so many people around her!
All staring at her in unison.
"???"
"What the!?"
"What's going on?"
"Who am I? Where am I? What are you all doing?"