Honkai: Star Rail, Marry Acheron Upon Landing

Acheron, however, planned to leave Luofu on her own after a few days, intending to meet again in Penacony later.

In Acheron's opinion, if Lin Shuang didn't have such a strong desire to become stronger, it wouldn't have been an issue for them to travel together.

But based on their interactions recently, Lin Shuang clearly cared a lot about her own strength.

Therefore, constantly following Acheron wasn't a particularly good choice.

Acheron was too powerful; objectively speaking, 99% of the crises encountered in the galaxy were barely a threat to Acheron.

Under such circumstances, it wouldn't be beneficial for Lin Shuang's growth.

Furthermore, Lin Shuang clearly couldn't follow Acheron's path.

Thus, a brief separation was the best option.

"Do you have any thoughts about this trip to Xianzhou?"

Acheron leaned back lazily in her chair, her recent time spent with Lin Shuang having

somewhat restored a bit of her liveliness.

Lin Shuang, happily piloting the starship manually to keep pace with the one ahead, turned her head and said with a smile:

"No particular thoughts, really. While I don't mind getting involved with the Abundant Doses and Luofu's affairs, on the surface, we're just going sightseeing."

"If something happens, great. If not, we can just consider it a learning experience, right?"

Moreover, in Lin Shuang's eyes, the leader of the Abundant Doses was an open book.

If any real trouble arose, she could just get in touch with Qingque, report it to Fu Xuan, and use the Grand Void Astral Compass to find the answer and work backward.

Acheron nodded, not having much to object to Lin Shuang's idea.

In fact, she thought this mindset was better. After all, Xianzhou had originally invited them to help.

If Lin Shuang was too eager, it might end up with Lin Shuang owing Xianzhou a favor, which would be a net loss.

However, Acheron had more than just the Abundant Doses to discuss.

"The General of the Ten-Lords Commission on Luofu is known for their strategies, but their martial prowess is also formidable. If you have the chance, you could learn a few moves from them."

"...I know what you mean, but that's a General of Xianzhou. Do you think I can just learn a few moves just because I say so?"

Lin Shuang couldn't help but wink at Acheron.

Although Jing Yuan wasn't that great in the hands of players, in reality, he was a significant figure.

She understood Acheron's suggestion, but could she really meet Jing Yuan and learn from him just like that?

Rather than seeking to learn from Jing Yuan, she'd rather pray to become best friends with Sushang, raise her favorability, and pull out a Taiyi Swordplay.

Seeing Lin Shuang's expression, Acheron couldn't help but reach out and pinch her cheek.

She gently rubbed it, causing Lin Shuang's expression to relax, then pressed her finger against her lips, pulling Lin Shuang's face into a smile.

"That expression was quite ugly. You look better like this."

Lin Shuang didn't resist.

She was very happy that Acheron was willing to initiate physical contact.

Perhaps the care and massage from the past few days had inadvertently helped Acheron lower her guard around Lin Shuang.

Lin Shuang was naturally delighted to see this side of Acheron.

Before leaving, Lin Shuang had even specifically prepared several medicinal creams and essential oils for Acheron's personal care, so she could relax on her own when she had time.

While her skills weren't as good as Lin Shuang's, the creams she concocted could achieve about sixty percent of the effect.

Thinking about it, Lin Shuang found herself wanting to laugh.

Feeling Lin Shuang's muscle movements, Acheron's fingertips withdrew at the right moment. She flipped her hand and produced a small bunch of grape-like fruits.

She began eating them one by one, seemingly to herself.

"After all, you're currently considered my companion. I think that General might meet you, or perhaps send a trusted subordinate to contact you. It's not entirely impossible."

Acheron said it lightly, but Lin Shuang didn't know how to respond.

Even setting aside all other possibilities, there were still eight hundred mountains to cross between Jing Yuan sending someone to contact her and her learning a few sword techniques.

Shaking her head helplessly, Lin Shuang reached out, plucked a fruit from Acheron's hand, and popped it into her own mouth.

"We'll just have to see how things unfold. I'm more interested in buying a better greatsword on Luofu; I really don't want to use that old one anymore."

Hearing Lin Shuang's complaint, Acheron's lips curved into a slight smile.

She knew Lin Shuang was still bothered by being talked about by members of the Minghuo Merchant Group that day.

"It sounds quite nice."

"Is that the same thing?"

Acheron shook her head slightly and said, "What I mean is, your wish is unlikely to come true. That sword of yours, in my opinion, is a divine weapon. It's not that Luofu doesn't have such weapons, but you might not be able to buy one."

"For a weapon that fits you well and suits your style, perhaps your chances are greater with the Interastral Peace Corporation."

When it comes to various mineral materials and their processing, the Interastral Peace Corporation, which believes in Preservation, is undoubtedly the most suitable choice.

"The Corporation, huh..."

Speaking of the Corporation, Lin Shuang naturally thought of that wealthy young lady from the company.

However, Asta wasn't involved in her family's business, so it was hard to say if she could actually get them.

Just then, the two of them, with great understanding, interrupted their conversation.

A few seconds later, a beeping sound came from the main control room door behind them.

Then, the door opened, and Tingyun's figure appeared at the entrance.

"Benefactor, Miss Acheron, I have finished tidying up."

As she spoke, Tingyun gradually approached. She saw the fruit in Acheron's hand and said with a smile, "Miss Acheron, do you find the fruit I had sent to your liking?"

Acheron's fingers, holding the fruit, paused slightly. Then, she tilted her head slightly towards Tingyun and nodded.

"It's not bad."

"I'm glad Miss Acheron is satisfied."

After exchanging greetings, Tingyun also came over and sat down near Lin Shuang.

"Thank you both, Benefactor and Miss Acheron, for agreeing to my presumptuous request. I and the Minghuo Merchant Group will always remember your kindness."

When it came to external dealings, the taciturn Acheron naturally left everything to Lin Shuang.

So, seeing that Acheron remained silent, Lin Shuang took the initiative to respond:

"To owe a favor to Tingyun of the Minghuo Merchant Group is merely a matter of convenience, so of course, I wouldn't refuse."

Volume 1: Chapter 35 Qingque: Today I'm Officially Here to Get Paid for Playing Cards

A few days after arriving on the Xianzhou...

Lin Shuang, holding a booklet titled "100 Authentic Xianzhou Sayings Even Outsiders Can Learn," declined the guided tour arranged by Yukong.

She wandered alone near Changle Heaven, strolling and flipping through the small booklet with great interest.

The booklet explained or illustrated some sayings through short scenarios.

To Lin Shuang, it felt a bit childish, like an elementary school English textbook.

Yet, it felt novel.

However, it was perfect for Acheron, so before leaving, Acheron specifically took the booklet with her.

She said that next time they had the chance, she would take Lin Shuang around the Xianzhou properly.

Lin Shuang wondered if Acheron would still remember this booklet when they met again.

With that thought, Lin Shuang picked up her phone and took a photo of Changle Heaven to send to Acheron.

However, the message showed as unread, and Acheron was offline for the moment.

When an Emanator traverses the galaxy alone, they might not always follow the established travel routes.

Furthermore, traveling the galaxy alone without a ship's signal booster and receiver, it's difficult for a portable mobile phone to get a stable signal.

Acheron had specifically mentioned this before she left.

So, Lin Shuang wasn't concerned at the moment. After sharing her current activity, she put away her phone.

Lin Shuang had no specific purpose for going out alone today. She just knew Changle Heaven was lively, and she vaguely remembered that one could play the game of Emperor's Jade here.

Which was Mahjong.

This made Lin Shuang's fingers itch a little.

After all, she would always play a few rounds with relatives during holidays.

And in college, if roommates or friends knew how to play, they would occasionally gather for a few hands.

Finding herself in such an unfamiliar place, having a familiar location like the Xianzhou was indeed a comfort to Lin Shuang.

And a game like Emperor's Jade made Lin Shuang even more eager to explore it.

She hadn't thought much about the possibility of encountering Qingque while playing.

In the game, there was only one place with mahjong tables, but Emperor's Jade was quite popular on the Xianzhou, so naturally, there wouldn't be just a few tables like in the game.

The scale of Changle Heaven in reality was hundreds or thousands of times larger than in the game.

This place was bustling with noise and crowds, with people coming and going everywhere, alongside lively shops.

To meet a specific person here would be somewhat wishful thinking.

Lin Shuang pulled over a few passersby who looked like Xianzhou natives and asked for directions, finding the nearest mahjong parlor.

Even before reaching the place, Lin Shuang could hear the loud sounds of shuffling tiles and stacking them.

Players and spectators gathered together, chatting amongst themselves, but their voices were not loud, so it wasn't too noisy.

She looked around inside. Most of the patrons were Xianzhou natives and Foxfolk, with few outsiders dressed in non-Xianzhou styles.

What's more, Xianzhou natives rarely have flamboyant hair colors. Lin Shuang, with her white hair and clothing unlike that of the Xianzhou, immediately drew many eyes the moment she stepped in.

Similarly, amidst the mixed sounds of card games, a voice caught Lin Shuang's attention.

"Ah, self-drawn, I win—! My luck is really good today, let's go again, again."

A voice she had heard countless times in games instantly stood out from the noisy crowd, capturing Lin Shuang's attention.

Turning her head, she saw a young girl in green clothing with a black knit undershirt sitting at a card table, drawing Lin Shuang's gaze. Her brown hair was tied into twin ponytails at the back of her head, with a white fluffy ball securing them, adding a touch of playful cuteness.

At this moment, the girl was grinning as she pushed all the cards in front of her aside, clearly having won the round. The others at the table, while paying out, said with resignation:

"Qingque, you've been playing cards here since early this morning. Are you not afraid of being caught by the Diviner again with such aggressive plays?"

"Hey, now that you mention it, I'm here today on the Diviner's orders to play cards while getting paid. Let's play to our hearts' content!"

Qingque collected her winnings, puffing out her chest and waving her hands grandly, her expression one of "ultimate bliss is here," making her seem both punchable and adorable.

"Oh ho, did you get confused in your sleep yesterday and mistake a dream for reality? Would the Diviner really let you play here from morning till night?"

"You've been sitting at this card table since early this morning. You probably haven't even shown up for the Divination Department's attendance. Be careful not to be personally apprehended by the Diviner again."

Her fellow card players couldn't help but tease her as they watched the cards automatically arrange themselves. They had all known each other for a long time and understood Qingque's situation perfectly. She was a master at slacking off; if she were in any other department, she'd be living the dream. But she just had to end up in the Divination Department. The Diviner could catch Qingque with just a snap of their fingers. For that very reason, they had even had the fortune to witness the current Diviner, Fu Xuan, up close.