Chapter 551

As for Dan Heng, who had previously harbored some wariness towards Lin Yu, he no longer intended to dwell on it.

He's cautious, not paranoid. Lin Yu's behavior so far has been generally good, so why is he making baseless accusations against him under these circumstances...?

Honestly, I'm just bored and have nothing better to do.

Lin Yu, who had boarded the train, felt that the train crew members had a really good attitude.

He had thought that this person of unknown origin would encounter a little setback before boarding the train, but now it seems that he was just overthinking it.

Pom-Pom's statement to Portio in the story, "The Stellaron Hunters will not refuse any passenger," now seems to have been truly heartfelt.

Moreover, it's not just that she doesn't refuse; right now, after Lin Yu and Lin Yi boarded the train, Pom-Pom has already started asking the father and daughter what drinks they like and other dietary habits.

After watching the adorable rabbit waddle away with its back to her, Lin Yi looked up at her father.

Although his daughter didn't say anything, Lin Yu instantly understood what Lin Yi meant.

Dad, it's not that I'm doubting Himeko, but the problem is—aren't people being a little too nice to us?

Of course, after glancing at her father, Lin Yi stopped what she was doing.

Ultimately, she knew very well that even if she had a broader perspective than her peers, it was still only in comparison to them.

Ultimately, she was just a little kid who grew up under the indulgence of her parents. When it came to issues related to human nature, her experiences were simply insignificant.

Anyway, her dad will handle anything that happens, especially since this is just a minor suspicion. She'll just remind him a little, and then...

"Sister March, it's what we agreed on before!"

"Oh, of course!"

Seeing Lin Yi rushing towards him, March 7th caught the cute little girl with ease and lifted her above his head.

"Lift me up high!"

"Ha..."

Watching the new passengers, after boarding the train, immediately begin playfully fighting with March 7th without any pause, Dan Heng let out a soft sigh.

"I'm sorry, Dan Heng."

Looking at Dan Heng's helpless expression, Lin Yu said to Dan Heng.

"My daughter is quite mischievous, so please be more tolerant of her in this regard in the future."

Faced with Lin Yu's slightly apologetic words, Dan Heng simply shook his head.

"Mr. Lin Yu, there's no need for that. Now that you and Xiao Yi have joined our Stellaron Hunters, as your companions, I think you don't need to be so formal."

Moreover, my sigh wasn't because of Xiao Yi.

As a child, Xiao Yi is quite smart, but it's normal for her to be playful.

But in March...

Recalling the various problems that March 7th caused during the previous explorations, Dan Heng felt his brain begin to swell slightly.

Despite going through so many pioneering ventures, she still maintains this mindset.

I really don't know whether to say she's still a child at heart or that she lacks a sense of crisis.

"Alright, alright, Xiao Sanyue, Xiao Yi, sit down first."

Seeing the two of them start playing around, Himeko said to them affectionately.

Xing, who was sitting to the side, was already in her seat, quietly thinking.

Unlike the others, Xing chose to board the train, but she still had some reservations because of the star core within her body.

Lin Yu temporarily sealed the star core within her body, which made her feel much more comfortable.

However, after she met with the Herta again, Xing, who had inquired about information related to the Herta's core, learned some things from the Herta.

According to the Herta, the star core is a life form; a special substance with a unique mechanism that connects to a certain destiny or the power of a star god.

It responds to the desire of the world to advance its civilization, but the form in which the desire is fulfilled is always some kind of calamity, the mechanism of which is likely related to Nanook's "destruction".

Because of the various problems it causes and the disasters it triggers, it is known throughout the universe, and thus it has another name— the Cancer of All Things.

Although the Herta has relieved me of my worries for the time being, the problem is...

"What's wrong."

After hearing these words, Xing turned to look at Lin Yu sitting next to her.

At this moment, Lin Yu, who was casually leaning back on the sofa, asked Xing beside him.

Still feeling uneasy?

"... Um."

Facing the benefactor who had helped him many times, Xing naturally opened up about his feelings.

"Although I know that many things cannot be resolved in a short time, I still feel a little... at a loss."

"Heh, that's normal."

After casually using his Herrscher of Reason ability to conjure a pair of sunglasses and putting them on, Lin Yu spoke calmly to Xing.

"However, I still suggest that you put these troubles aside for now."

"After I temporarily sealed the star core, it will not pose a life-threatening threat to you in the short term as long as you are not stimulated."

"And you're very lucky. I've observed that the Herta is really interested in the Star Core—with this great genius acting as your doctor, you can relax a little."

"... That's true."

Lin Yu has already helped me a lot, but after realizing that I was in a bad mood, he took the initiative to care about me.

We can't cause him any more trouble.

With this thought in mind, Xing forced a smile and whispered to Lin Yu.

"I'll do as you say."

"Ah, I really listen to it."

Seeing Xing's smile, a hint of helplessness suddenly appeared on Lin Yu's calm face.

"If you really intend to listen to me, then don't put any unnecessary pressure on yourself."

"Especially the kind of situation where ' Lin Yu is good to me so I can't let him worry'—I've seen enough of that kind of situation, so maybe it's better if they don't come."

"Relax a little. If you're not in a good mindset when you're exploring, you'll only miss the best opportunity to enjoy the experience. Besides..."

"Don't be afraid. Even if the star core has been stimulated by something, I'm here with you."

"... Thanks."

Seeing that Xing's condition had clearly improved a lot because of Lin Yu's care, Himeko smiled and shook her head, stopping her steps forward.

Hoshi's mindset has a slight problem, which Himeko has of course already noticed.

That's why she was just thinking about how to comfort the other person before letting them embark on their first exploration journey.

But now... she no longer needs to think about it.

She had to admit that although Lin Yu was about the same age as these younger generation, he was much more mature than Dan Heng, March 7th, and Xing in terms of his mindset and other aspects.

With him around, Himeko really felt much less worried.

After Lin Yu, Lin Yi, and Xing boarded the train, the train's next destination was a very small planet, designated "Jarilo -VI".

As agreed beforehand, Himeko will wait on the train and will not get off.

After all, three new nameless passengers boarded the train this time, especially Lin Yu, a new companion, who had already piqued Himeko's interest.

She was genuinely curious about how Lin Yu, with his daughter, could complete the pioneering work in Jarilo -VI while suppressing his power.

With everyone present, Pom-Pom confirmed that all passengers except March 7th were seated and immediately initiated the train's jump.

But after the train completed its jump...

"That..."

March 7th, who was being held in mid-air by Lin Yu like a chick, stiffly turned his head to look at Lin Yu behind him.

"Um, Lin Yu... could you put me down first?"

"Oh well."

"Ouch!"

After Lin Yu let go, March 7th, who was not prepared, let out a scream because he landed on his buttocks.

"Ouch! Ouch! Ouch! You released it too fast!"

Seeing that March 7th had gotten up and was glaring at him angrily, Lin Yu pushed up his sunglasses and said to March 7th in an extremely calm manner.

"I can't help it, your previous move was so exaggerated, I felt like you were about to hit your head on the ceiling."

"After thinking about it carefully, I think it's better for me to grab you first than to hit my head on the ceiling."

"Thank you so much—but I get the feeling you're implying I'm not smart enough?"

Facing the slightly resentful look in March 7th's eyes after his sudden realization, Lin Yu took off his sunglasses and immediately activated his Cold-Faced Hunk.

Looking into Lin Yu's calm and unwavering eyes, March 7th, Pathstrider, shivered.

"Okay, okay, I know I misunderstood you, I'm sorry."

"You... you seem even 'colder' than Dan Heng."

Listening to March 7th's grumbling, Lin Yu couldn't help but sigh...

—A Cold-Faced Hunk, he's so useful.

In fact, March 7th's intuition was right. Lin Yu's words, "Compared to hitting the ceiling on the top of your head," were indeed hinting at March 7th's current state, which sometimes made people feel that this girl was cheerful but also a bit dim-witted.

However, because he was Cold-Faced Hunk, and faced March 7th's doubts with a calm demeanor, March 7th felt very insecure and thought that she had misunderstood Lin Yu.

This skill is really useful, and also...

—This little girl's intuition is truly terrifying.

Or rather, it shouldn't be called intuition; it should be said that her mouth is blessed.

In the original story, she guessed the correct answer without knowing any details about the questions.

Now that I've met the real person, I feel like I'll definitely encounter some even more outrageous scenes in the future.

[Wow, host! You're using your mature charm to seduce Miss Star Core while simultaneously trying to win over the naive Six-Phased Ice Girl. Even Himeko over there is praising you in her heart, and the Dragon Lord beside you has lowered his guard—this is an amazing start! Absolutely perfect!]

Oh, here you go again.

I didn't flirt.

Where did you fail to flirt?

I went to talk to Xing, but I only saw a reflection of my past in her.

Ten years ago, I was just like her, I liked to think about all sorts of things and put a lot of pressure on myself, and I almost crushed myself before I could resolve the Finality.

Now that ten years have passed and I've developed a better mindset, isn't it normal for me to want to offer some advice when I see someone like that?

That being said, this doesn't contradict your ability to pick up girls!

[Are you absolutely unaware that your action will increase her affection for you?]

Of course I know.

But one thing is one thing, and another is another. At least now that we've met, and we have no grudges against each other, I'll help her if I can.

Wow, so open about it.

With this attitude, the system is truly at ease—this is exactly the kind of attitude we need.

While it's true that girls wouldn't mind if someone who meets their standards approached them with ulterior motives, well...

[—Indeed, they are more likely to develop a liking for those who care about them without ulterior motives than for those who approach them with an ulterior motive!]

[I see, this system understands now.]

[Anyway, crises can come at any time. As long as you maintain this pure and innocent attitude towards them, even if you don't take the initiative, they will eventually—]

You're kidding me! I've only known them for two days.