Chapter 456: The Generous Beauty Takes the Spotlight!!
"The winner is—Iron-Fist Luka!"
The host Jimmy's voice rang out.
"I didn't expect contestant Luka to achieve victory in his debut, but how far can he go on this path? Let us wait and see!"
Inside the spaceship.
Thunderous applause erupted for a moment!
Luka himself was feeling a bit dizzy!
I…
Won?
It seems I actually did!
However, Sushang from the opposite side had even run over to congratulate him personally, her posture completely that of someone playing along for entertainment.
Just like that.
He had only barely managed to win.
Maybe… this is as far as it goes.
In a daze.
He heard Svarog's reminder.
"The second qualifying match has begun."
What?
So soon?
Luka gathered his focus.
He looked at the screen.
"I didn't expect the people of Jarilo-VI to start becoming active in the galaxy. I am glad to see you in this martial arts ceremony."
Behind Topaz.
Were the company's security personnel and a massive mecha.
All bearing the company logo.
They brought an invisible sense of majesty.
…
"My god! Who is Luka fighting?"
"Huh? I'm fighting the Strategic Investment Department's Ten Stonehearts? For real?"
"This… how is Luka supposed to fight Topaz?"
"The Battle of Arch-Nemeses."
"Topaz: I didn't use the Cornerstone in Belobog last time, let's try using it this time!"
"Our Jarilo-VI has its own Yanqing too."
…
Topaz greeted Stelle.
"Long time no see. I didn't expect to see you here either."
"I was quite surprised to hear that you became the coach for the Belobog representative team."
"Astral Express, you helped Belobog mediate their debt issues before, and now you're helping them participate in the martial arts ceremony… Haha, the children aren't small anymore; it's time they learned to walk on their own."
Luka spoke up: "The people of Belobog have always lived in a harsh environment; we children learned to walk our own paths long ago."
"Hmph, bold words. I harbor no ill will toward Belobog. I simply wish to confirm whether the people of Belobog truly have the ability to stand on their own after escaping that debt crisis."
"If one only relies on the kindness of great figures to get through a crisis, then that person will never become a truly free person, but will only become a slave who has been granted the right to be free."
Inside the spaceship.
The expressions of the Belobogians were solemn.
Since Honkai: Star Rail became a hit across the universe.
The Xianzhou, Penacony…
They had seen how prosperous the outside world was.
How powerful other civilizations were.
They couldn't help but feel their own insignificance and backwardness.
But!
The people of Belobog grew up amidst bitter cold and crisis.
They did not become disheartened or give up on themselves because of this.
Instead, they actively rebuilt their own planet!
Believing that one day.
They too could become a brilliant civilization in the universe!
At this moment, the event plot.
For other players.
It might just be a somewhat baffling, or even contemptible, competition.
But for them.
Luka carried the hopes of Belobog!
For the first time, Belobog was being witnessed by the entire universe!
At this very moment.
Gepard, Serval, Seele, and the others could completely immerse themselves in this feeling!
"The winner is—Iron-Fist Luka!"
"The Belobog representative team used their own strength to defend their dignity! How exciting!"
Luka won!
Not only the Luka in the plot.
The many players watching were also incredibly surprised!
…
"Huh?"
"How did he win?"
"She's intentionally doing Stelle and Luka a favor, right?"
"Topaz just wants to play around; the Company is purely here for formality."
"Topaz just gave a whole planet a free pass!"
"This kid Luka is so lucky!"
"If it were anyone else, this match would be a definite loss."
"Protagonist halo, son!"
…
Topaz said with a smile: "Luka, you fought well. You won."
"You didn't give it your all, did you, Miss Topaz? Do you despise me that much?" Luka questioned.
"Uh, don't misunderstand… For the Ten Stonehearts, so-called 'giving it one's all' is something done only when fighting for one's life. In a small sparring match, it's best not to have casualties, or even injuries, otherwise the Company's protective gear won't sell."
"You won—be more confident, this is a fair and square victory."
"And… if I may be blunt, you are the one despising me, aren't you?"
Luka was stunned: "How could that be? Where would I get the qualification to look down on a high-ranking figure of the Company?"
"You view everyone with a Company title as the Company's lapdogs. You think we are slaves who sold our souls for money. No need to deny it; I'm used to that look."
"The Company doesn't need ethereal goods like souls. All it wants is profit."
"My hometown is no different from Belobog. We are all people struggling in this cruel universe, longing to survive and find happiness. And the messengers of the Amber Lord showed me opportunity, just as I showed you the same opportunity."
"So, do you understand now? Your similarities to me are far more than your differences. Luka, I hope Belobog can revive through its own strength."
"Now that you have stepped out of your home and want the entire galaxy to see you, that is certainly a good thing. However, in this ill-intentioned galaxy, are you prepared to face even greater crises? Whether you are or not, I wish you the fulfillment of your desires."
"Keep it up, win a few more matches. Since I've had my fun, it's time for me to go. I still have many business deals to negotiate on the Luofu."
Just as Topaz was about to leave.
He hurriedly said: "Miss Topaz, wait…"
"I didn't mean to look down on you. I understand that people who strive to survive are all remarkable."
…
"Topaz is really… I'm crying!"
"As expected of the cutest one among the Ten Stonehearts!"
"My favorite banner character is truly beautiful and kind-hearted!"
…
"If the accountant had stepped in for this round, Luka wouldn't have won, but she chose to do it herself!"
"Topaz has really been fair to Belobog…"
…
Inside the spaceship.
Luka's hand tightened slightly.
Having played through the main story, he naturally understood.
In the Interastral Peace Corporation, how many people used any means necessary just to take one step up.
Yet Topaz sincerely wanted to give Belobog a chance!
For this, she even suffered a demotion and pay cut!
And he, in their first meeting in the plot, had carried such strong hostility.
He felt he had been a bit too stubborn!
He had almost offended her!
The other party not only didn't mind but also gave a patient explanation.
This level of perspective and generosity was truly respectable!
Fortunately,
He apologized to her before they parted.
Otherwise, he really would have been too ashamed to sleep at night!
Serval couldn't help but sigh: "This Miss Topaz really is a benefactor to our Belobog."
"That's right, if it were any other of the Ten Stonehearts, our Jarilo-VI would probably have become a Company asset long ago."
"Miss Topaz also put in a lot of effort regarding Belobog's tourism development."
"Truly a trustworthy partner."
Even Gepard couldn't help but nod in agreement.
In reality.
Topaz was only responsible for providing funding and technical assistance.
Everything else was basically left to the Belobogians to develop and build themselves.
Preserving the Preservation style of Jarilo-VI to the greatest extent.
And facts proved.
She was right.
Tourists visiting Belobog praised it greatly, and the reviews were overflowing!
Even,
It made it onto the interstellar tourism destination rankings!