The next day, Lin Feng came to the Astral Express's lounge and saw the mature, red-haired beauty holding a cup of coffee, quietly gazing up at the stars.
An occasional flicker of distraction crossed her beautiful amber eyes, leaving Lin Feng somewhat surprised.
Himeko didn't seem entirely at peace. Was it because of my guidance and arrangements yesterday?
"Navigator Himeko, still admiring the Sea of Stars?"
Lin Feng casually sat in the chair across from Himeko and greeted her.
"Mm... yes. Every region of space has its own unique scenery."
"And scenery this dreamlike and vast, lonely yet warm, never grows old, no matter how many times I see it..."
Her rosy lips parted as Himeko looked at the handsome, gallant young man sitting opposite her and spoke with a reflective expression.
Though she did not know why, after what had happened yesterday, she seemed more willing to talk with Lin Feng now.
It had nothing to do with Murata Himeko's thoughts in her dreams. She simply wanted to do so.
"What beautiful scenery. I like looking at it too..."
His gaze resting on Himeko's elegant, lovely face and alluring figure, Lin Feng offered a quiet sigh of admiration.
"Oh... you like the stars too? Then we do share an interest."
Himeko spoke slowly, her gaze still resting on the Sea of Stars beyond the window.
In the dark depths of space, distant starlight wove together in a wealth of colors and shapes, like ribbons scattered by a celestial maiden.
Perhaps scenery so remote and vast could only be seen aboard the Astral Express.
Shuttles traveled too fast, always rushing along. The Astral Express moved slowly, but it could hold on to the scenery along the way.
"No. You're admiring the beauty of the stars... while I like watching you