The Ice Empress sat before the computer, looking at the Administrative District blanketed in snow on the screen, and gave a dissatisfied snort. "We're leaving already? I haven't had my fill of all this snow yet. That so-called Xianzhou doesn't sound nearly as satisfying as this freezing land."
The Snow Empress gently patted the back of her hand, a hint of anticipation for the unknown on her peerlessly beautiful face:
"Bing'er, do not linger! The universe is vast and boundless. Just as Boss Lu said, our next stop, the Xianzhou, is a place that holds the secret of immortality. Since we have embarked on the journey of Trailblazing, our eyes should always look toward the next sea of stars."
In the Astral Express Crew's group chat, Himeko sent the final departure notice.
They had finally returned to the reassuring Observation Car of the Astral Express.
On the screen, the dignified and elegant Himeko and the calm, reserved Welt Yang were smiling as they welcomed the returning three-person team.
[Himeko: Welcome home, you three. Although neither of us personally took part in this "Trailblazing journey," we could tell from the results alone how hard everyone worked. Congratulations, everyone—especially you, Trailblazer. Everyone thought very highly of your debut.]
[Trailblazer: So, my mission rating is...]
[Himeko: If there really were such a rating system, I would definitely give you the highest score.]
"The highest score! Did you hear that?!"
Wang Qiu'er leaned back smugly in her gaming chair, took a huge gulp of the chilled juice in her hand, and beamed with pride. "Not only did I tear apart the Engine of Creation with my bare hands, I even got the Flaming Lance bestowed by a god! This, this right here, is what you call a perfect start!"
Lu Yuan smiled behind the