Chapter 186
["We've arrived at Dreamflux Reef. So... where to next?"
Misha kept walking toward that wheelchair, speaking to
Clockie: "Clockie, I probably won't be going there anymore."
"I've traveled far enough.
It's time... to rest a little..."
"Then, after you've rested, we'll set off again."
A kind smile appeared on Misha's youthful face: "No, I should stay here. And then... it ends."
"Ends? Misha, what do you mean?"
Clockie sounded somewhat dejected: "You clearly said before that the trailblazing journey would never end."
"Yes, I did say that..."
Misha looked gently and kindly at his friend: "So now it's your turn to decide the next destination."
Clockie asked in confusion: "My next destination? Where should that be? I've always followed you..."
"Misha? What's wrong? You're so strange today! If you're unhappy, we can do what we always do—perform [Clockie Magic]!"
Misha smiled and shook his head: "No need, I'm not unhappy. As for [Clockie Magic]... yes, in this dream it seems capable of solving all problems."
"Then do you know what [Clockie Magic] actually is?"]
[March 7th]: "Right, we never really paid attention to this question—what exactly is Clockie Magic?"
[Stelle]: "Hehe, don't understand the principle, but I can use it!"
[Kiana]:'I seem to remember Stelle hasn't gone to Penacony yet, right? So current you shouldn't know Clockie Magic?'
[Stelle]: "But future me does, so rounding up means current me does too!"
[Theresa]: "Your math... truly genius. Which teacher taught you that?"
["What is it? I don't know."
"Everyone gets lost sometimes, hesitant, unsure which direction to go. It exists in this dreamscape, and everywhere outside the dreamscape too."
"But there's no need to fear.
Just as people feel lost, at some moment they'll also resolve themselves, making a bold yet remarkable decision..."
"Whether calm, joyful, or sorrowful, all they need is a little push, then they can stride forward toward their own path ahead."
"I leave this small power to you, and look forward to you bringing it to more people..."
"This is [Clockie Magic]—the will named [Trailblaze]."]
[Black Swan]: "So it's not some power to control emotions, but rather guiding out another aspect of emotions already within your heart... truly... wonderful. 0"
[Stelle]: "So this is what Clockie Magic is."
[Huohuo]: "I-I feel based on this description, Clockie Magic seems like gospel for those with choice paralysis."
[Tail]: "That kinda makes sense. Wait no, how does that little brain of yours work? Why do you always say such startling things?"
[Stelle]: "Are the Heliobi gathering for a team-building event?"
[Huohuo]: "Hehe~"
[Misha smiled and sat in the wheelchair, holding that hat in his arms, peacefully closing his eyes. Even cheerful Clockie felt sorrow. "The clock's hands cycle endlessly, just like human confusion, troubles, weaknesses... swinging incessantly."
"But ultimately, people must still move forward, just like your hands always point ahead."
"My journey ends here.
From now on..."
"It's your road."
Stelle paid respectful homage to this senior who had walked the trailblazing path his whole life, then placed his precious hat upon her own head.]
[Silver Wolf]: "If I didn't know current Misha is safe and sound, I'd have dust in my eyes."
[Firefly]: "Are you saying you don't now? That [Clockmaker] has finally stopped his steps."
[Himeko Murata]: "This is the passing of the torch. If someday my path also stops, my students must walk their own roads."
[Qingque]: "The hat of Astral Express navigator [Daybreak]
Falken Amundsen has finally returned to the hands of a Nameless after all its journeys..."
[Qingque]:'Though I was initially somewhat afraid of Penacony... I think, out of respect for the Clockmaker, I still want to travel to Penacony.'
[Stelle]: "One hat, passed through Daybreak, Clockmaker, and Galaxy Ranger—three generations of trailblazers!"
[Preliminary Venue
All the Nameless walked toward Sunday and gave their answer: "So-called [Trailblaze]..."
"Is walking along paths predecessors left unfinished, journeying even farther distances..."
Firefly, March 7th, and Himeko exchanged glances. "Mikhail's dream of Penacony absolutely does not belong to [Order]!"
Under the conviction of the Nameless, Xipe bestowed their gaze upon Stelle. Sunday murmured in confusion: "That Aeon would cast a glance toward Penacony at such a time... Is it resonance from [Trailblaze]'s inheritance? Or perhaps your harmony moved even an Aeon?"
"In my view, there's another possibility—perhaps They also wish to know whose hands will hold Penacony's future, thus coming to witness in place of the deceased Aeon."]
[Herta]: "Received Xipe's gaze again? You've now been gazed upon by three Aeons."
[Stelle]: "I'm currently wondering when I'll receive Nous's gaze?"
[March 7th]: "Gazed upon because you're too abstract?"
[Silver Wolf]: "Seems this is Penacony's final battle. Pity many mysteries remain unsolved—what exactly did Dan Heng do after getting off the train?"
[Silver Wolf]: "Another key point!!! Why does Firefly fit so seamlessly fighting the boss among a group of Nameless?"
[Stelle]: "Hehe, Stellaron Hunter Sam and Nameless Firefly can coexist too."
[Elio]: "Wait, you're poaching from me now?"
[Firefly]: "Th-that, I currently have no plans to switch jobs!"
[Sunday also acknowledged Himeko's speculation: "In that case, on behalf of Penacony's Dreammaster and the 107,336 compatriots of the Oak Family, I formally extend an invitation to everyone—"
"We sincerely invite you to grace the Penacony Grand Theater for the upcoming Harmony Festival.
Of course, your place won't be in the audience seats but center stage."
"This concerns the Stellaron, Penacony, and even the entire galaxy's future. For fairness, let us settle this there."
"Since you firmly believe in Akivili's path, show me Their courage and resolve."
The Nameless accepted this challenge, and Firefly would head to another battlefield. "...Before setting out, [Slave of Fate] told me this journey would bring unforgettable gains. The script he provided was only a few lines yet impossible to ignore."
"Because one line stated... I would experience three 'deaths' in the land of dreams."
"So now I've understood the meaning of the second death and will put it into action. If all goes smoothly, this will provide crucial support for you."]
[Siegfried]: "Now the Nameless are about to have their final battle while Welt's whereabouts remain unknown. Hope he's safe."
[Honkai Star Rail Welt]: "I should really thank you for that."
[Yanqing]: "But... why would Sunday give the Nameless a fair chance to challenge? He could have just attacked directly."
[Jing Yuan]: "This is merely a clash of ideals, not mortal enemies. If he wins, he can better and more firmly preach Order; if he loses, he can give himself closure."