Chapter 125 New Identity - Shui Mo [Bonus Chapter for Monthly Tickets]
[A secluded villa in the Upper City, the Steam Capital city]
"Oh no, Mr. Shui Mo, is this really alright for us?"
Little Danika looked at Tiandao, who had already changed his clothes, her voice still filled with barely concealed nervousness.
After these few days of intensive study, Little Danika has gained a considerable understanding of the outside world.
Therefore, she was well aware of just how dangerous the place she and Tiandao were about to go was.
That's the Branch of the Star Envoy Association, the most powerful violent organization in the New Federation, located in the Steam Capital.
The Wanted Order for Tiandao is still hanging on the Steam Branch's mission board, and it's an ' A-Class Bounty Mission ', which is second only to 'S-level'.
Therefore, once Tiandao's identity is exposed, his days in the Steam Capital and even the entire New Federation will not be easy.
However, Tiandao didn't seem to care much about Little Danika's worries.
Because he knew the details of the Steam Capital Branch very well, he trusted the Hidden Star Society's unparalleled methods of identity forgery even more.
His pseudonym as a genius calligrapher known as ' Shui Mo ' will never be revealed!
"Don't worry, Danika, no one will be able to tell."
Tiandao patted Little Danika's head, then turned to look at himself in the mirror and examined himself carefully.
Unlike his usual flamboyant 'silver hair and blue eyes'.
The Tiandao reflected in the mirror has now completely changed its appearance.
He not only used the ' Universal Hair Dye ' he redeemed from the Popularity System to dye his silver hair jet black.
She even used ' Special Contact Lenses ' to turn her azure-blue Stellar Eclipse Heavenly Eye into a deep black.
But the most crucial thing is the 'black-rimmed glasses' he's wearing on his nose right now.
[Title: Passerby's Glasses]
[Effect: Significantly reduces one's presence, giving people a straightforward impression of being "ordinary and unremarkable"]
[Note: Even the brightest light will eventually fade when worn.]
Although it was just a minor adjustment to hair color, eye color, and clothing, it was enhanced by these special ' Passerby Glasses.
The current Tiandao has not only undergone a dramatic change in temperament, but also in appearance.
He was certain, even when he stood before the Starborn had known him since childhood.
Then they will also have a hard time seeing through their disguise.
After confirming that his disguise was flawless, Tiandao took out the ' Universal Hair Dye ' and vigorously applied it to Little Danika's head.
In just a moment, Little Danika's bright green hair turned into a soft pink.
Looking at his masterpiece, the Tiandao Dao said with satisfaction, "Not bad, not bad, this is perfect."
"Alright, Danika, it's time for us to go."
"OK."
Little Danika nodded, then immediately followed Tiandao's footsteps, and together they walked out of the temporary residence arranged by the Hidden Star Society.
As a character who is temporarily 'offline' in the Season 2 " Stellaris ", Tiandao has had very few scenes so far.
But from today onwards, everything will change.
Because he will appear under a completely new alias in most of the upcoming storylines.
Despite being in a disguised identity, Tiandao was not worried at all about it damaging his popularity.
Because every step he took was precisely based on his experience watching anime series in his previous life.
For example, there's the popular project he tailored specifically for the Season 2's storyline— Above the Heavens.
It was a result of his combining the essence of the " Villainous King " from a classic anime series from his previous life with the original plot of " Stellaris Glimmer " and tailor-made for him.
You should know that the ' Villainous King ' who likes to talk trash and use hair gel is in his anime series.
Their popularity far surpasses that of the Protagonist Group.
Therefore, it remains to be seen whether he can regain the top spot in popularity in the Season 2.
Tiandao wasn't worried at all, after all, when it came to building popularity, Tiandao was a professional!
As for his new identity that he will soon appear in front of the Dimensional Audience...
Name: Shui Mo
[Identity: Genius calligrapher, swordsmanship master, and encyclopedia of Star Energy Technique in the Deep Blue Metropolis ]
[Level: Rank 2 Mid-Tier ]
[Star Source: Ink Wash Control]
[Personality traits: Refined, easy-going, and... a tiny bit cunning]
[Comment: 'No one starts out standing in the heavens, neither you nor I, not even God, but the vacancy of this Throne of Heaven is about to end, for from this day forward, I will stand at the top.' —Shui Mo ]
[At dawn, in the Steam Capital, in the Upper City ]
Unlike the hellish scene in the Lower City.
The mornings in the Upper City are noticeably more bustling and full of life.
Tiandao, dressed in a moon-white robe with black clothing underneath, leisurely led Little Danika along the street toward the Steam Branch.
They were enjoying the 'scenery' along the street with great interest.
Inside the blacksmith's shop, sparks kept flying out of the iron-casting furnace, and the bellows beside it roared.
In the bakery, freshly baked golden bread releases a unique aroma of heat mixed with the scent of butter.
On the streets, the sounds of the bells from the aerial cable cars and the whirring of gears from some steam locomotives mingled together, creating the unique hustle and bustle of the Steam Capital.
However, what held Tiandao's gaze the longest was the iconic Gear Building of the Steam Capital Gear Tower not far away.
The building's walls are inlaid with mechanical gears, and a giant bronze clock emits a heavy "clang" sound precisely on the hour.
All of these elements combine to give this unique building a sense of both modern urban sophistication and historical vicissitudes, making it both a testament to the Old Era's simplicity and the grandeur of a bygone era.
However, Tiandao knew very well that the Steam Capital had actually stagnated for a long time.
It requires a massive, radical change.
The fateful encounter between Vivian and Chen Kong was the catalyst for this change.
The flapping wings of these two butterflies will soon shatter the fragile balance Steam Capital and unleash a storm known as 'Change'.
Moreover, this storm will not only sweep through the entire Steam Capital, but will also involve some of the high-ranking officials at the Star Envoy Association headquarters.
He can take advantage of this 'storm' to openly and legitimately step into the limelight.
After all, getting the Star Envoy Association to drop the Wanted Order for him is no easy task.
But there are always exceptions, such as when the General President, Enit, personally spoke up and forcibly demanded that the Association withdraw his Wanted Order.
There's no doubt that old man Enit has that kind of ability and power.
Getting that old guy to do that isn't actually that complicated.
Because the magnanimity of that otaku General President is far broader than the world imagines.
He is a true 'results-oriented' person.
As long as the outcome is good, even if the process is tainted with some 'evil,' this old guy will feel it's okay, and may even take the initiative to help you withstand some of the storms brought by this 'evil.'
Of course, conversely, once he feels that your presence and behavior are hindering the progress of the human race, you will be at risk.
No matter how restrained you are or how just your actions are, he will crush you without hesitation.
This is Enit, the strongest member of the Association who appears kind but is actually ruthless.
For those who are protected by Enit.
Enit is the highest mountain for mankind, the strongest guardian that shelters them from the wind and rain.
But for those purged by Enit, he was the most terrifying nightmare in the world.
Because the number of Star Envoy and ordinary people who died directly or indirectly at his hands was enough to form a small mountain if their corpses were piled up.
After all, the word "strongest" can't be just said.
That is a supreme throne that can only be built with strength and bones.
It is precisely because Tiandao knows this that it has absolute confidence in its ability to "whitewash" itself.
Because as long as he can prove his future self, he alone can be comparable to the entire Star Envoy Realm, and his stance will always be on the side of humanity.
Even if the whole world hates him and rejects him.
Enit would also defy public opinion and push him to a high position, standing at the top of the world.
After all, some positions are only meant for certain people.
Those mediocre people without talent don't even deserve to look at this position.
As for how to get Enit, who is thousands of miles away, to know about his situation.
And recognize their own value to humanity.
That undoubtedly means he climbed to power by stepping over everyone in the Steam Branch.
A 'cleaner' who can single-handedly clean up the filth of the entire city is undoubtedly the perfect fit for Enit.
After all, it's because that old guy hasn't been able to find a suitable successor, which is why he can't easily leave the Star Orbit Corridor.
Otherwise, this strongest Star Envoy Butcher of our Current Strongest will soon make some clueless fools understand what a true 'butcher' is.
The Tiandao intends to use the entire Steam Capital as a stage to let that old man, who is already getting on in years, know.
The new era has now produced a true successor who is suitable for it.
As for him, this remnant of the Old Era, he should pack up and hurry up and come down from that throne Above the Heavens.
Otherwise, he'll ruin his reputation in his later years.
" Mr. Shui Mo, the smell here is really strange."
Upon arriving at the Gear Tower, where the Steam Branch was located, Little Danika sniffed and muttered to herself.
The distinctive smell of coal smoke and the fishy odor of machine lubricating oil in the surrounding air made her, who usually stayed in the Church Prayer Room, feel very uncomfortable.
In response, Tiandao raised his head to look at the tallest building in the Steam Capital soared into the clouds.
He laughed and said, "Because this is the taste of the Steam Capital, a unique taste of the Ember of Old Era industry mixed with the star energy of the New Era."
After saying that, Tiandao raised his hand to straighten the collar of his long robe, and his eyes behind his glasses suddenly became sharp.
Perhaps to others, the sky is very high in the Steam Capital.
But for the Tiandao Dao, the sky here is still too low.
He wants to stand at a higher level.
Only in this way can he realize his childhood dream.
Standing at the highest point, you can see the farthest scenery.
After all, what meaning does the concept of ' Tiandao ' have if it cannot be placed in the heavens?
PS: That's all for today's update. I'm too tired to write anymore, so I'll just add an extra chapter today. As usual, I'm asking for your monthly votes.
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