Chapter 118 - 117: Baseball Bat Takes Charge! Protecting Belobog!

"I heard the museum manager is quite beautiful..." Every time this visitor comment appeared on the interface, Stelle's lips curved upwards in sheer delight. Having witnessed so many plot developments, this was the first direct compliment about her appearance! The management phase had reached [Peak Prosperity]. [Stelle, during your 60 operating days as a part-time manager, you have successfully revitalized the Belobog History and Culture Museum amidst formidable challenges.] [Thank you for your dedication. May your future journey be filled with continuous wonders.] Stelle rose from the recliner chair with a deep sigh. It felt as if personally restoring an entire world! Even now, there was a sense of wanting to do more. Approaching the museum's entrance, Stelle exclaimed, "Let's start anew and relive my achievements!" Upon entering, near the interview area, a new couple had arrived with their young daughter. The mother asked, "Sweetie, what do you think?" The little girl pondered for a moment, then joyfully jumped up and replied, "I want to become the Milky Way Bat!" Wow! Already have such young fans? It felt incredibly sweet, like honey on the heart! As though everyone in Belobog were thanking me, I experienced a genuine hero's reception, truly deserving of great acclaim! Due to the hasty departure from Belobog, there hadn't been time to savor this atmosphere. Now, within the game, it all came flooding back! Moreover, each artifact here could be interacted with. After conversing with them one by one, Stelle continued deeper inside. In the innermost history museum, something familiar caught Stelle's eye! "That is..." Displayed beside the counter was a baseball bat adorned with intricate black and golden patterns. Yes, it was the exact same bat Stelle found at the space station! Surprisingly, it had been meticulously replicated here! [This weapon is named [Trailblazer's Baseball Bat] and appears identical to the one you possess.] [I never imagined that your weapon would one day find its way into a museum—though not the original, it still commands respect among its neighboring Voidrangers.] Upon hearing Stelle's astonished voice, March 7th approached and was equally surprised. "Ah?" "Is this for real?" "They actually exhibit your bat here as if it's a sacred artifact warding off evil spirits?" Unable to contain her excitement, Stelle clung to March 7th's arm, shaking it incessantly. "What do I do?! I feel a bit overwhelmed..." March 7th continued to fuel her enthusiasm, "Isn't this just incredible?!" "Just think about the level of recognition you're receiving." "In a national history museum, showcasing your weapon as a centerpiece!" "The people of Belobog truly see you as their savior!" Stelle took a large gulp of happiness tea before regaining some composure. Still, her cheeks flushed with two radiant red patches of joy. "I've dedicated my life to doing good deeds and helping others; this recognition is what I deserve." March 7th remained composed, "Alright, alright, enjoy your moment, but first, let me wipe the drool from the corner of your mouth." With a chuckle, Stelle pointed at the screen and exclaimed, "Belobog's really making its mark now!" "I'm thoroughly impressed!" "If any more Star Cores or Aeons come to destroy Belobog, knowing this baseball bat stands here in the museum, I couldn't possibly sit idly by!" "To attack Belobog, they'd first have to ask if my mighty club agrees." "This planet, I've got it covered!" March 7th was astonished—she had never seen Stelle so ecstatic and boastful before! This event truly captivated him completely. But let's be honest: Bronya and her team were indeed exceptional at what they do! This planet deserves the Astral Express Crew's support! After these grand declarations, Stelle didn't just talk the talk; he immediately opened his contacts and sent Bronya a message: [Bronya, long time no see—or wait, not that long actually.] [Have there been any suspicious characters causing trouble in Belobog lately?] [If so, please let me know right away!] [The Astral Express Crew will definitely not stand idle. Belobog is my second home!] [My bat is itching for action!] Inside Qlipoth Fort, Bronya and her team were wrapping up their final tasks. Suddenly, a message from Stelle popped up on the screen. Topaz was taken aback. "Is this...the protagonist of Honkai: Star Rail, Trailblazer Stelle?" "Yes, that's right," Bronya replied with a slight smile. "She's...not implying anything about me, is she?" Bronya couldn't help but chuckle softly. "Oh, Topaz, what are you thinking?! "It's just a coincidence! Purely coincidental! "We tend to be more informal during private chats, please don't take it personally." Topaz sat down on the sofa and took a sip of tea. "No worries, I didn't realize the Astral Express Crew had such a close relationship with you all." (chag) "It seems we'll have many opportunities for collaboration in the future." At Luofu Hotel... Old Yang had nearly completed the mission involving Luocha. In this game scenario, upon spotting Luocha, he immediately felt apprehensive and began investigating her suspicious behavior. March 7th employed reasoning techniques from "Fisherman's Case" to put herself in Luocha's shoes and reconstruct the scene. During this particular segment: March 7th portrayed Luocha, who referred to herself as "this maiden." Old Yang played Puer, the uncouth yet capable Tea Party doorman who could turn into solid gold during emergencies. Pom-Pom took on the role of Stellayam Bubbletea, the leader of the Tea Party. The absurdity and humorous dialogue were so entertaining that Old Yang couldn't help but burst out laughing. "I thought completing Luocha's companion quest would be serious and secretive, but I didn't expect..." "Sigh..." "It turned out to be so light-hearted and humorous." In the end, the truth was uncovered. Detective March 7th revealed her final conclusion: "To prevent others from being harmed by this despicable Spoiler Sage, Luocha tore out the page containing the spoiler..." "Such an action indicates that he truly loves The Fisherman's Case Files. And someone who adores this book, admiring Detective Yu Gong, would hardly commit wrongdoing, right?" "It seems we were mistaken all along." Welt nodded. "Yes, judging people based on appearances is never wise... Anyway, let's leave it at that. Shall we go now?" "Uncle Yang, where are we heading?" "To Zhiwei Manor. I'm treating you both to some delicious food." "Yay!" Even outside the storyline, Old Yang breathed a sigh of relief. It appeared that there was indeed nothing amiss with Luocha. He had tested him multiple times, and even during their joint mission, no signs of danger surfaced. Perhaps Luocha genuinely walks the path of benevolence. Just then, he suddenly received a message within the game. It was from Jing Yan of the Realm-Keeping Commission: [I've continued attempting to restore image data from the mechanical birds and found a segment related to Luocha.] [I've uploaded it to the Foursight Mirror; feel free to view it when you have time. However, I still lean towards believing Mr. Luocha has no involvement in these incidents.] Upon reading this message, Just as Old Yang was about to log off, this transmission brought him back to the Exalting Sanctum. He headed straight for the Realm-Keeping Commission! Upon entering, he got right to the point: investigating the Foursight Mirror footage. Before his eyes, Luocha stood on a platform, gazing at the distant Tree of Foundation. It appeared as though he was conversing with someone. Their voices came intermittently: "It's alright... I'll take care of it." "Yes, none of this concerns us... The journey has only just begun..." [Luocha has become a visitor on the train. Returning to the train may offer an opportunity to encounter Luocha.] "Whew..." Old Yang let out a heavy sigh. Initially, he had believed Luocha to be trustworthy! But this unexpected easter egg shook his conviction! There must be some other purpose behind Luocha's actions. Otherwise, Feathered Spirit wouldn't have specifically crafted such a scene. The contents of Luocha's coffin remained a mystery! "No, we can't let our guard down yet," Old Yang thought. "Once Dan Heng's situation is resolved, I need to personally ask Luocha about this."