Chapter 175 - 174: Never Such a Wonderful Start, Qingque’s Reputation Reversed!

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Inside the Divination Commission. Besides Fu Xuan and Qingque, there were naturally many other Diviners watching Little Gui's livestream together. At this moment, seeing Qingque not only show no disappointment or frustration at being fired by the Master Diviner but even beaming with joy…? They were all stunned! Some Diviners stood frozen with their phones in hand. Some gathered in front of the projection screen. They couldn't help but exclaim to each other! "This, this is an iron rice bowl, right?" "Qingque isn't panicking at all, instead, she seems like she's been waiting for this?" "Look at her awareness!" "If I had even half of Qingque's optimism and open-mindedness, I wouldn't be so anxious that I can't sleep at night…" "Our entire Divination Commission has fallen, only Qingque hasn't been bewitched by the Heliobus, isn't that proof enough?" "I always thought Qingque was foolish, but it turns out she's wise in her simplicity, I'm the real fool!" At the desk. Fu Xuan hadn't realized yet. Within the Divination Commission. The atmosphere was developing in an unexpected direction. Fu Xuan's mood was somewhat complicated at the moment. As the head of the Divination Commission, she had been possessed by a Heliobus… If you had to say, it was like capsizing in a ditch. After all, before this, the precautions against the Heliobus weren't particularly rigorous. After the crisis with Lord Ravager, it was understandable that they found an opportunity. But the bad part was— "Honkai: Star Rail" had turned this into a detailed plot! Exposing it to all the players online! Fu Xuan now wished she could go back to the preview livestream. And say to Yu Ling. "These kinds of things really only need a brief mention!" "There's no need to go into such detail, really." The Divination Commission and herself. Would inevitably become one of the focal points of player discussions because of this plot. Fu Xuan would inevitably have to issue various announcements, strengthen awareness of precautions, and so on… Thinking of this. She couldn't help but smile bitterly. "Now, I've truly lost face…" Qingque, who was standing nearby, overheard Fu Xuan's muttering. She comforted her, saying, "Don't worry, Master Diviner. I've spent a lot of time on the forums, and everyone's impression of you isn't that of a stern and imposing figure." "This part of the plot... well, it doesn't exactly ruin your character." "In fact, everyone thinks you're quite adorable." Fu Xuan: "Thank you, Qingque, for always delivering a fatal blow when I need comfort the most." Qingque: "..." "Uh, Master Diviner, let's just keep watching the plot." "See, you still look very commanding!" Fu Xuan turned her gaze to the live stream. In the game, her character stood with hands on hips. She began to "point out the world" and "speak passionately" to the ghost-hunting team. "Possessed by madness? I am perfectly clear-headed, perhaps more so than ever before." "From now on, I will devote my entire being to deducing the destined future of the Xianzhou Alliance and proclaiming it to the world, so that everyone may live with clarity." "From the very beginning, there has only been one path." "You, the Trailblazer, are merely a pawn manipulated by the Stellaron Hunters." "Boarding the train, choosing your enemies, deciding your destination... these choices you believe you make freely are nothing more than tributaries that will inevitably converge on the path of fate." "This journey to help Xianzhou defeat Phantylia must have given you a deep understanding, hasn't it? All the outcomes were already scripted by that hidden puppet master." "Just like now, all your choices boil down to—swinging your bat, charging at me, loudly but futilely refuting me, or falling into silent resignation." The three dialogue options in the bottom right corner. Indeed, those were the three options! Fu Xuan's heart sank even further. If even the ghost-hunting team and Qingque were convinced, then this would be a huge mess. She would probably see countless comments about "the incompetence of the Divination Commission" and "being dominated by the Heliobus." Now. She could only hope for Qingque, who usually slacked off the most... Even if it meant being scolded awake, it would be better than this. Fu Xuan had to admit she was completely defeated this time. She just hoped Qingque could preserve the last shred of dignity for the Divination Commission... At this moment. A dungeon called "Pathfinder" was initiated. It was essentially a puzzle game where a mechanical guide led to the exit of a sandbox. Fu Xuan, controlled by the Heliobus, attempted to use this single puzzle to prove—[There is only one path of fate, and all else is futile]. Qingque chose to place more people into the sandbox, creating a second solution. After completing the puzzle. Qingque calmly said, "This is the second solution, the second choice. I've created a different answer for this sandbox." "Master Diviner, you're not the only one who can design puzzles, and the path of fate is not one I walk alone." However. Fu Xuan scoffed, "Hmph, hahaha... Do you think calling for help magically creates a second path?" "You're just playing with semantics. I could weave a thousand such routes for you, but they all lead to the same end. What meaning does such a choice hold?" At this moment, Qingque opened her eyes. Her emerald pupils were exceptionally clear and bright. "Monster, you, you simply don't understand humans." "The universe is like the Jade Tiles on the gaming table. Once the tiles are shuffled, the outcome is often already determined." "Although what tiles are played, what tiles remain on the mountain, and what combinations others are aiming for can all be calculated, if it's only about calculation, it loses its charm." "Adapting to changes, responding to challenges, navigating twists and turns, and facing dead ends—it's a mix of calculation, uncertainty, and loss of control that makes Jade Tiles, and life itself, truly interesting." "If I'm faced with a certain loss, does my choice at the table mean nothing? No, the choice itself is the meaning." "Just like I keep choosing to lose gracefully, the Grand Diviner is also making her choices for a certain goal." Qingque's voice was soft. Yet it seemed to pierce through the haze before her. She continued, "You just said, the Grand Diviner must day after day, day after day, untangle the complex threads of fate to protect this great ship..." "In this cosmic game where there are only losers, she keeps choosing and struggling, just to let the Xianzhou Luofu sail forward for one more second. Heh, she's truly the best player in my eyes." "How could someone like the Grand Diviner be troubled by the confusion of predestination?" "Heliobus, you can't understand the joy of humans. You're trapped in the illusion of determinism, unable to break free, so you wish for everyone who glimpses the future to suffer the same pain as you." "You, you simply don't understand humans." Watching this monologue from Qingque. Fu Xuan's heart was stirred by a massive wave! Qingque... Is this really how you see me? Is this the belief you've always held? She instinctively wanted to ask. But there was no need for confirmation. The game Honkai: Star Rail does not fabricate. This segment. It must be Qingque's true thoughts! Unfamiliar, so unfamiliar! Is this still the Qingque I know? No... It should indeed be like this... Fu Xuan took a deep breath. She placed a hand on Qingque's shoulder, who was still in a daze. "Qingque, you performed really well." "I have a new respect for you." "No..." "I should say, as expected of someone I've always had high hopes for." "Actually, there's something I've always wanted to tell you..." With the Grand Diviner's hand on her shoulder. Qingque felt the hairs on her neck stand up. This was completely... A stroke of heavenly luck! She had done nothing, yet it felt like she had done everything. The hand on her shoulder. Though not large. Was firm and strong. She could feel the trust and recognition from its owner. Never had there been such a wonderful start! Fu Xuan continued, "Actually, within the entire Divination Commission, you are the one I have the highest hopes for." "Although you've been slacking off, muddling through, disrespecting the Grand Diviner, and often dropping the ball in your usual work, barely passing every course..." "But at this critical moment, you are still reliable." "I..." "Once I become the General, the position of the Head of the Divination Commission will be reserved for you..." Qingque was completely stunned. This information came too suddenly! Like a bolt from the blue! For a moment, she stood frozen in place. Utterly at a loss. Meanwhile, inside the Divination Commission. All the Diviners were equally stunned by Qingque's monologue. After a brief silence lasting a few seconds. Exclamations of amazement erupted from all corners! ... "Qingque, you..." "That was so damn cool!" "How many years of friendship does it take to have such insights?" "Is this our Qingque? She's shining so brightly I can't even keep my eyes open!" "Even the Heliobus had their Dao hearts shattered by Qingque's words..." "Let's not call her Qingque anymore, let's call her Sister Qing!" "Qingque, you are my goddess!" "I don't even respect the Master Diviner anymore, I only respect you!"

Chapter 175 - 174: Never Such a Wonderful Start, Qingque’s Reputation Reversed!

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