A Master's Flawless Speedrun

Although her escape from the palace was partly motivated by a entrapment scheme, Stargazer felt that if she were to be caught and put to death, she would be too ashamed to face the late emperor.

"It seems you are also aware of the current situation, Mr. Stargazer."

Seeing how smoothly Stargazer changed his attitude, Gwen smiled but didn't say anything. Instead, he slowly raised his right hand.

"What are you up to!"

Upon seeing Gwen's action, Stargazer instinctively took a step back, her small face full of wariness.

"It's nothing, I just wanted to Stargazer you something."

Gwen spoke, he tossed the golden light that had quietly shone in his right hand into the air.

"?"

The Stargazer's gaze was drawn to the golden point of light. Looking up, he saw that the golden point of light rapidly expanded as it rose, illuminating the forest like a great sun.

"!"

Although the light did not cause any damage, Stargazer could still sense the terrifying energy contained within it.

"Um?

Why did it cause such a big commotion as soon as it landed?

It seems my little apple has yielded something else.

I need to step up my game too...

Not far away, a pretty gray-haired girl looked at the "sun" that suddenly rose above her head, chuckled, and disappeared into the jungle.

Meanwhile, in another direction, the swordswoman who was searching for the Imperial Grandson's Stargazer along a general path also noticed the sun that had suddenly risen in the night sky and quickly headed towards them.

Opposite Gwen, Stargazer, suppressing his fear, did not run away, his eyes still fixed on the not-so-blinding "sun" in the sky—

Running won't help.

Gwen can create that thing in the sky, then taking her life would be just as easy.

Running away at this point would only make things more ridiculous and serve no purpose.

Therefore, at this point, Stargazer had no choice but to trust Gwen, this mysterious "assassin."

And Gwen did not disappoint the Stargazer—

As the Stargazer watched, the sun in the sky suddenly burst into dazzling light, causing Stargazer to instinctively lower his head to avoid it.

The next moment, Stargazer down, felt the ground beneath his feet shake, and he lost his balance and fell to the ground.

"Oh no, is it an earth dragon turning over?"

Subconsciously, the Stargazer mistook it for an earthquake.

However, when the fallen Stargazer looked up, he saw a giant sword stuck straight in the ground, radiating a halo like the sun.

"This is..."

Subconsciously, Stargazer, his face filled with astonishment, turned his gaze to Gwen, the instigator.

"How?

"Stargazer, do you think I'm some kind of assassin with ulterior motives?"

After a moment's thought, Gwen, who had chosen to take out the Corona Sword, looked at the shocked expression on Stargazer's face and asked with a smile.

"Of course not."

Upon hearing Gwen's words, the Stargazer immediately denied them—

Although young, as the crown prince favored by all, Stargazer is no political novice—someone like Gwen would never become a traitor unless absolutely necessary.

"So, can we have a proper talk now?"

Seeing that the Stargazer was so cooperative, Gwen smiled and waved his hand, putting away the best actor of the day Corona Sword.

"Of course—what would you like to ask?"

Seeing Gwen's amiable attitude, Stargazer breathed a sigh of relief, tried his best to stand up from the ground, looked at Gwen, and unconsciously spoke with more respect.

"Let's talk about the current state of the world first."

Gwen smiled and made his first request—

"After all, it's reasonable for a reclusive master to be unaware of the realities of the world, right?"

"A reclusive master?"

Upon hearing Gwen's self-identification, Stargazer's heart stirred, a strange light flashed in his eyes, and he nodded slightly—

"In that case, please allow us to have a conversation."

As he spoke, Stargazer gave Gwen a general overview of the world.

Of course, despite being intimidated by Gwen's power, Stargazer didn't utter a single lie.

However, for the sake of the Huang Kingdom and for his own safety, Stargazer concealed a lot of crucial information.

However, even so, the information the Stargazer provided was far too detailed for Gwen's purposes—

During past event storylines, Gwen also showed no interest in this kind of vague background information.

When asked about this now, Gwen simply wanted to confirm whether the World Bubble he was in was the world he Remembrance.

The Stargazer's answer relieved Gwen of some of his worries.

"So, Stargazer, you intend to deal with the yet-to-be-born third Fierce Beast all by yourself?"

After listening to the Stargazer's account, Gwen stroked his chin and asked a question he already knew the answer to.

Indeed.

Although he remained extremely wary of Gwen, Stargazer maintained a calm and composed demeanor, nodding slightly.

"But with your strength, are you really going to deal with that Fierce Beast all by yourself?"

Seeing the calm and composed expression on the Stargazer, Valkyrie Quicksilver couldn't help but ask a question.

Although Gwen said it was a misunderstanding, Valkyrie Quicksilver was still a little annoyed by the "imposter" comment while Stargazer.

Therefore, Valkyrie Quicksilver's tone was inevitably somewhat impolite.

"That Fierce Beast is indeed beyond human strength to defeat, but we dare to embark on the path of sealing alone, so we naturally have some confidence."

Hearing Valkyrie Quicksilver's words, the Stargazer, feeling questioned, couldn't help but feel a surge of anger.

Although Gwen said it was a misunderstanding, and the other party's strength did indeed live up to his self-proclaimed title of "reclusive master," Stargazer still couldn't help but feel somewhat displeased at being questioned by someone who might be a substitute for him.

However, with the large crater left by the Corona Sword right next to him, Stargazer could only suppress his displeasure and pretend to be calm.

"So what preparations give you the confidence to face Fierce Beast that would require hundreds of thousands of troops to defeat?"

He continued to press on under the Valkyrie Quicksilver, his crimson eyes reflecting the figure of Stargazer.

When confronted with another question from the Valkyrie Quicksilver, Stargazer did not give an answer this time, but instead looked at Gwen.

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Chapter 381 The Hermit's Injury-Free Speedrun.

"..."

Seeing that Stargazer and Valkyrie Quicksilver were already on the verge of arguing even though they had only just met, Gwen's expression became somewhat subtle.

However, faced with the Stargazer gaze, Gwen couldn't remain a bystander any longer. He chuckled and patted the little girl's head under the Valkyrie Quicksilver, silencing her.

Stargazer has already said a lot; as a gesture of mutual trust, Gwen should also show some sincerity in return.

"When I Stargazer before, you called yourself a reclusive master, and that was no lie—"

I am indeed, in the literal sense, a recluse—a master who came from beyond this world.

Beyond the world—coming from beyond the world.

A master—at least Gwen was far superior to the Stargazer.

"Beyond the world..."

Upon hearing Gwen's words, even someone like Stargazer, who had just made this guess, was momentarily stunned.

"Yes, literally outside the world."

Seeing the surprise on Stargazer's calm face, Gwen smiled and nodded, then Valkyrie Quicksilver closer to him—

"This is Valkyrie Quicksilver, someone I brought from another world. Apart from a resemblance in appearance, she has no relation to you, Stargazer."

"Another world... I see..."

Upon hearing Gwen's words, Stargazer's gaze involuntarily fell upon Valkyrie Quicksilver, a look of sudden realization crossing his face.

Being stared at like that by the Stargazer made Valkyrie Quicksilver feel a little uncomfortable, and a hint of displeasure appeared on her small face.

However, before Valkyrie Quicksilver could speak, Stargazer spoke first—

"I'm sorry, Miss Valkyrie Quicksilver."

When we first saw your appearance, we thought you were a treacherous person plotting something against us, hence our harsh words.

If those words offended you, we will certainly make amends after this trip. Please forgive us.

As he spoke, Stargazer Valkyrie Quicksilver.

Although she was proud of Stargazer, she was not an impolite person.

Although Gwen's words still need to be verified, since the opponent, who has an absolute advantage in strength, has given a plausible explanation, Stargazer can only accept it for now.

Upon seeing Stargazer's bow, the unhappiness on Valkyrie Quicksilver's face, which had just been showing displeasure, vanished instantly. She ran to Stargazer and helped her up.

"It's alright, just like Gwen said, it's just a misunderstanding."

"It would be best if we could avoid causing you any trouble. Once we return, we will certainly present you with a gift that will satisfy you."

Seeing Valkyrie Quicksilver's reaction, Stargazer, who was being helped up by Valkyrie Quicksilver, was a little unnatural, but after realizing that Valkyrie Quicksilver really just wanted to help him up, he was relieved and said solemnly.

Looking at the two getting along so harmoniously, Gwen's expression became even more strange—

Just a moment ago, I was saying that Stargazer and Valkyrie Quicksilver were clearly not rivals in love, but now they're as close as sisters. It really is... unpredictable.

Gwen didn't care about the probing meaning in the Stargazer words.

Or rather, even if Stargazer didn't mention it himself, Gwen was prepared to help her solve the problem of the Huo Dou, and then fundamentally change the future of this world—

An eight-figure reboot is certainly touching, but Gwen prefers a simple and straightforward happy ending!

"Then let's set off now for the gift you prepared for Stargazer under the Valkyrie Quicksilver— "

Where do you need to go?

What should we prepare?

"Perhaps I can be of some help."

After comforting Seele through the Chat System and telling her that he and the others would return after resolving the troubles here, Gwen also came to the Stargazer and looked down at the pinnacle of Theresa's wisdom.

"If you would be willing to help, that would be wonderful."

Seeing that Gwen offered to help directly, Stargazer's little face lit up with a hint of joy, but she still tried her best to look serious.

Theresa immediately pointed Gwen in the right direction.

A moment later, a golden light rose from the forest and sped off into the distance.

Pay attention to the commotion there. The gray-haired girl, who was meticulously arranging a chance encounter for Gwen, paused, then dropped the vines she was about to use to bind herself.

"To think that they would cause such a huge commotion as soon as they arrived in this world..."

It seems this little apple is quite a restless child...

Or perhaps... you are very confident in your abilities?

That's true. After all, they've already managed to cross the Sea of Quantum, so some confidence is understandable.

As she spoke, the beautiful girl with gray hair and red eyes put her hands on her hips and sighed softly.

"But this means that all the effort people put into planning this chance encounter will have to be put together all over again..."

However, although her plan had failed before it even began due to Gwen's actions, the gray-haired girl showed no disappointment; instead, a hint of interest appeared on her pretty face...