From Firefly, Speedrunning Worlds (Up to Volume 5, Chapter 50)
Chapter 155

Chapter 155

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However, Su Xiaoli treated these things more as real stories, and she didn't care too much about how the world would turn out.

She had no intention of becoming a savior, nor did she think she was cut out for it. Whether she was an alien or Sun Wukong, it had little to do with her.

Sipping her coffee, Su Xiaoli began to discuss the key to meeting the Robin.

"Miss Robin, you said before that I could also embark on the path of Harmony, is that true?"

These days she has been chatting a lot with Robin on her phone and has basically learned about her destiny, the Aeon, and her family.

Su Xiaoli had a little expectation for Harmony and her family. She didn't want to become like her mother and grandmother, even though she had already resigned herself to her fate.

The appearance of the Robin now might bring some different insights.

"Of course, the family welcomes anyone who is willing to embrace Harmony."

When faced with this question, the Robin answered without hesitation, just as before.

Even someone like me?

With one hand on her chest, even though she's a top streamer with millions of followers, Su Xiaoli isn't actually very confident.

After all, given her family background, and the fact that she herself relied on borderline live streaming, even if this era laughs at poverty but not prostitution, her values are still relatively normal.

Especially when she was with a dazzling superstar like Robin, although she didn't show it, she still felt a little inferior and felt unworthy to stand with her, let alone become family.

Do you remember what I said?

Sensing Su Xiaoli's feelings and thoughts, Robin reached out and grabbed her wrist, staring intently at her.

His tone was gentle and approachable.

"In Harmony family, there is no hierarchy; we are all bathed in the praises of the Myriad-Faced God, sharing all joys and sorrows."

"You are the same!"

That's how Harmony families are...

Even though they come from different worlds, belong to different civilizations, and have different identities, they are still as close as brothers and sisters.

Everyone believes that there are no noisy arguments or conflicts among family members, only eternal love and joy, and that the universe will eventually become a harmonious whole.

"So, have you made up your mind? To become our family, A-Li?"

"..."

"Although I don't understand the concept of the strong helping the weak or protecting the living with one's life, I am willing to join the family."

Hearing these words from the dazzling Miss Robin in front of him and the expectation in her eyes.

In particular, her words about becoming family solidified Su Xiaoli's resolve, which had already shown interest.

Without hesitation, he nodded in agreement to join the family and embrace Harmony.

The idea of the strong helping the weak or risking one's life to protect the living is actually not relevant to her, but everyone's understanding of Harmony is different, and it doesn't only have that one meaning.

However, she did like the teachings of the Harmony -the Myriad-Faced God.

"Welcome to the team, A-Li."

Having obtained the fairy's consent, the Robin more delightful.

Then, as if remembering something, he continued, "Because the Grand Harmony Ceremony has not yet begun, the Myriad-Faced God has not descended upon this universe. The only way to embark on the path of Harmony is to use other methods."

After all, to embark on the path of destiny, under normal circumstances, there must be an Aeon present.

As for his new destiny?

That would almost be considered the new Aeon.

Since the normal path is not feasible, we can only use other methods, but in doing so, we will not have the opportunity to meet the Aeon.

For the vast majority of those on their Path Walker, their only encounter with the Aeon is the moment they Step Onto the Path's path.

No matter how far apart they were, the Aeon would always cast a glance at him.

The Robin relayed this information to Su Xiaoli. Although she felt a little regretful for missing an opportunity to interact with the Myriad-Faced God, whom her family worshipped, she had no other objections.

Moreover, according to the Robin, there will still be a chance to see that Aeon when the Grand Harmony Ceremony begins.

"In that case, I will now help you officially embark on the path of Harmony."

The Robin produced a purple-quality item related to Harmony, designating the target to embark on a path of Harmony.

Because this world is a special event for Harmony and Order, I've obtained quite a few similar items through the previous Points card draws. It's just a pity that Harmony doesn't have that one golden Order Oddities that can continuously lead believers of Order onto the path of Order.

"Am I now Path Walker?"

Observing her body, she felt as if she were walking on a completely new path. This feeling was strange, unrelated to her physical genes, but rather connected to a philosophical concept.

"Well, you have now successfully embraced Harmony, but considering that you have only just Step Onto the Path, I will give you this gift."

Unlike other destiny abilities, the power of Harmony is very special. Rather than directly increasing strength, it has a greater impact on others; it is a collective power, a cluster concept...

To put it simply: You are not fighting alone.

Of course, this is only one of his abilities.

Considering that the Aeon of Harmony has not yet descended, the Robin gave her a Light Cone as a gift.

Blue Light Cone - Chant of Unity!

Introduction: "With fingers joined in a fist, we forge an impregnable fortress. I give myself, and in return, I gain something greater—us."

"Thank you Robin."

After Robin's explanation of the Light Cone, Su Xiaoli knew how valuable it was, but she did not refuse it and accepted the kindness.

"No need to thank me. Once you join the family, we're family too. Besides..."

Robin was about to say something to her, a commotion suddenly broke out outside.

This caused the Robin's song to stop abruptly, and at the same time, a text message notification from his Brother and some information related to the Taotie appeared on his phone.

[Sunday: The vanguard of the Taotie has passed through the wormhole, and part of it is heading towards our current city. I've already sent people to deal with it. Be careful out there, sister.]

"So fast?"

Although I knew that the appearance of the wormhole meant that the Taotie could invade at any time, I didn't expect it to happen now.

After thinking about Robin replied to Sunday, telling him not to worry about him.

"What's wrong? Did something happen, Miss Robin?"

Noticing the Robin's reaction, Su Xiaoli put away the Light Cone she didn't yet know how to use and asked curiously.

"The vanguard of the Taotie has arrived on Earth, and one of their targets is Juxia City."

The message sent to her on Sunday was not only a reminder, but also contained specific information about the Taotie army's operations.

Taotie didn't know much about the situation on Earth at this time, but his Brother had already learned almost everything about the Taotie Legion.

The number of Taotie soldiers who have crossed the wormhole so far is not large; it is just their initial probing. They have mainly split into several teams and are descending simultaneously towards places such as Juxia City and Europe and America.

"Taotie? Those aliens? They've already started invading?"

"Miss Robin, what should we do now?"

Su Xiaoli was a little at a loss after hearing what the Robin said.

Although I knew this moment would come after learning about the Sky Wormhole from the Robin, I never expected that the first city to be invaded would be Juxia City.

"This is just the vanguard of the Taotie; there shouldn't be any major problems. The formal invasion hasn't even begun yet. Here's what we'll do: you... go to Angel International and find my Brother first."

Although Su Xiaoli is no ordinary person, her abilities have not yet been fully developed, and even the vanguard of the Taotie is not easy to deal with.

It would be better to let her go to Angel International first; her Brother is there, so it's very safe for her.

"Angel International? And Robin?"

She checked Angel International's location on her phone and Robin seemed to think she wasn't going to go with her.

"I want to do what I can."

Although her Brother said that everything had been arranged, she still wanted to go to the invaded area herself and do what she could.

Even if it's just to appease everyone...

"..."

Su Xiaoli.

Chapter 20 formally announces the existence of "Order" to the entire universe.

In the police car, Qilin and her partner were about to go on a mission, but her mind was wandering somewhere and she couldn't concentrate.

"Qilin, what's wrong with you today? You seem distracted the whole time. Didn't you sleep well last night?"

The police officer driving noticed Qilin's appearance and couldn't help but ask her with concern. This wasn't the first time Qilin had been distracted today.

That's quite rare.

She is very serious about her work.

On the contrary, when they went on missions with Qilin, they always found it difficult to concentrate, after all, this colleague was too beautiful.

Anyone who sees it can't help but take a second look.

As the most beautiful policewoman among policewomen, she is even more beautiful than some celebrities.

Aside from the famous actress Miss Robin, Qilin was the most beautiful girl he had ever seen in his life. It was just a pity that he had rejected many of his colleagues who wanted to pursue her.

Therefore, even though he liked Qilin, he still restrained his feelings.

"Nothing..."

Qilin snapped out of her daze and subconsciously responded.

Then, as if remembering something, she hesitantly asked him, "Do you believe in aliens?"

"Qi Bilin, what are you talking about? Aliens?"

Upon hearing Qilin utter the word "aliens," his companion began to falter. However, looking at the giant chrysanthemum in the sky, even he, who had previously been absolutely skeptical of aliens, was now uncertain.

Perhaps aliens really do exist, otherwise how do you explain that giant chrysanthemum?

"Never mind what I said!"

Seeing her companion's reaction, Qilin smiled and realized that she herself was bewitched.

Indeed, it's absurd. Alien invasion? Why not just say it's the end of the world?

Although alien invasion and the end of the world seem quite similar.

She asked this because she met several people who called themselves Angel International when she got off work yesterday.

She was quite familiar with Angel International.

Of course, I'm not interested either. After all, nobody likes capital, especially since most of Angel International's industries are foreign-owned.

These things are fine, it's just that what those people said was really speechless.

He's a complete fraud who talks a lot of nonsense!

They claimed she was very talented and invited her to join Angel International, offering her an annual salary of one million, a car after one year of employment, and a house after three years.

There's no such thing as a free lunch...

More importantly, they told her that the giant chrysanthemum in the sky was related to some kind of Death God Karl.

The Grim Reaper stole Principal Gillian's Great Clock, opening a wormhole. Soon after, aliens who worship the Grim Reaper will invade Earth.

Then they said that only "Order" could protect humanity.

Qilin Lin immediately got angry. These people were not only swindlers, but also followers of a cult, and what's worse, they even managed to deceive her, a police officer.

Qilin was about to arrest these people, but then something strange happened.

Just as she was about to act, she realized the whole world had frozen, except for those people who could move freely. Fortunately, they didn't do anything to her; they just gave her some time to think before leaving.

That's why she seemed so distracted today; even if she reported it, no one would believe her.

And what those people said might be more than just deception.

Just as Qilin was lost in thought, an urgent voice suddenly came through her pager.

"Support! Requesting support! An emergency has occurred on Airport Road in Feiliu District. Terrorists have attacked this area. Please send anyone nearby to the scene immediately to provide assistance!"

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