Journey

There were one adult and three little ones in the car—or rather, seven little ones—and they quickly became acquainted.

The three kids began exchanging tips on raising Digimon, while A Lie listened more attentively than anyone.

For instance, clearing redundant data from phones and computers, or shredding stubborn files.

Anything mainstream security software on the market could do, Digimon could do too—and better.

But that did not mean security software could be uninstalled.

Starting from the second baby stage, Digimon could try clearing out most online viruses.

However, Qi Tian mentioned that Liang Xing had once warned him that if they encountered an especially powerful virus, Digimon at that stage could be infected. That was why he did not recommend letting them actively hunt network viruses.

The best method was to use security software as a shield while the Digimon handled the attacks. That would basically ensure the safety of one's network defenses.

So this can make Digimon stronger. I get it! Then when can we buy Digivices?

I'm so jealous! A Lie, be a decent human being! What's the point of teaching us how to raise them? I want a Digivice!

As he listened, A Lie did not forget to share the information with his livestream viewers, who responded with great enthusiasm.

At the same time, he had Choromon turn into a stream of data and enter his phone, starting with clearing out junk files. Only then did it truly have an environment in which to grow.

He also informed Qian Lai, only to find out that Qian Lai's Digimon had been living inside his computer all along.

"I thought you knew..."

—They're called Digimon. Haven't you tried letting them enter a computer or phone?

Qian Lai truly had not expected that A Lie, a streamer, had never tried putting his Digimon into his streaming equipment.

A Lie had never tried such a money-making tool, one that could let Digimon interact with livestream viewers through the internet?

Qian Lai genuinely could not understand how someone in this world could fail to pick up money lying right in front of them!

Trash A Lie! You delayed my interaction with the cutie!

Right now! Send Choromon over to me!

"No, nobody ever taught me that!"

For a moment, A Lie really had no idea how to do it. Yet Qian Lai spoke as if it were the most natural thing in the world, and the livestream was full of people lamenting his hopelessness.

"Don't rush, don't rush. Let me ask."

Too embarrassed to ask Qian Lai, A Lie leaned toward Qi Tian, gently poked the little guy with a finger, and quietly asked, "How can I send them to someone else's phone or computer?"

"Who? Koromon? Star Uncle said that's illegal!"

Qi Tian looked A Lie up and down with a strange expression, as if he were getting to know him all over again—his eyes full of hesitation.

"No, no, I'm not breaking the law!" A Lie hurriedly protested. He was a law-abiding citizen!

"I want Choromon to interact with my livestream viewers."

"Oh—Uncle A Lie, you should've said so! Just have Choromon go find them directly, but don't send it too far. It could get lost."

Although the Digital World had only just begun, and newly born Digimon were generally not very strong, Choromon was even weaker and had difficulty using the Digital World as a transit point.

If it simply followed data streams, then in the current state of the internet, it really could easily get lost.

Then forget it. Don't let it get lost.

Qian Lai's unreliable. He was giving random directions!

The mood in the livestream made a complete one-eighty. The comments began condemning Qian Lai, though even more people were discussing Digimon strength.

A first baby-stage Digimon like Choromon had less fighting power than a person.

Of course, Koromon and the others were not much better.

The greatest use of their special moves was probably disrupting enemies and confusing them.

A Lie had worked with Koromon before, so he could be considered highly experienced.

I'm not watching anymore! This is so frustrating!

The more they talked, the more interested they became, and the more interested they became, the angrier they got. Why were they still not on sale?

"Qian Lai!"

Viewers who had been about to leave heard Qian Lai board the bus and stayed to keep watching the fun.

A Lie used the results of the discussion to call Qian Lai out, only to receive a strange look from him.

"Do you know there's something called email?"

Choromon definitely could not hitch a ride on the data stream of instant messages, but email was absolutely possible.

—Qian Lai had tried it himself.

"Alright, everyone's here. We can set off."

Liang Xing boarded with the camera crew, followed by Qian Lai and three more child stars.

If A Lie had not called out, Liang Xing would have told the driver to go already.

This also helped A Lie out of his predicament. Only the livestream viewers continued mocking him.

Qian Lai first got the little ones settled in their seats. Then he intended to see just how oblivious a person could be.

It was also his first time participating in this sort of reality show, so he had prepared rather thoroughly.

He carried a huge backpack filled with things for the autumn outing.

Only after putting it away properly did he sit beside A Lie.

The three new little ones were also two boys and one girl. One boy was in seventh grade, the other in sixth, and the girl was in seventh grade.

Clap, clap, clap—

"Welcome, everyone, to the Digimon autumn outing event I organized! Everyone here is a closed beta participant in the Digimon Project. How have you been getting along with your Digimon lately?"

Liang Xing clapped to draw everyone's attention, then delivered his opening remarks with a smile.

"Great! They're super cute!"

Everyone answered in unison. Most baby-stage Digimon were especially adorable in appearance.

And after spending this time together, the Digimon, who had gradually learned Huaxia, had long since become their companions.

—Choromon was the exception. It was the only one that had not learned Huaxia.

"I'm glad you like them. This themed event is mainly meant to strengthen your bonds with your Digimon. You all get along so well, so I'm sure the experience will be amazing!"

Liang Xing did not reveal the specific content, merely praising everyone with a smile.

"Xing-ge! Do we have any missions for this autumn outing?"

A Lie was the most active, and also trying to evade Qian Lai's questions. He was the first to raise his hand.

"You can guess what activities there might be."

This was a surprise Liang Xing had prepared for them, so naturally he could not reveal it in advance.

Is Digimon just another name for Digimon? What's the difference?

The livestream's mood began shifting once Liang Xing spoke, and the camera crew officially began filming after boarding the bus.

A Lie also knew Liang Xing intended to use the livestream to promote Digimon, so it was necessary for him to relay the viewers' questions.

—That probably did not count as evading Qian Lai's questions.

"Digimon are our companions. Generally, only those without owners are called Digimon." Liang Xing's answer was considered the official definition, and the distinction was easy to understand.

Through this question-and-answer format, the livestream viewers unknowingly became Liang Xing's means of promoting the Digital World to the public.

First baby stage, second baby stage, child stage, adult stage, perfect stage, ultimate stage.

So everyone's Digimon really were babies. No wonder their fighting power was so worrying.

As for what they would look like after evolving, Liang Xing did not reveal it.

The journey passed amid everyone's questions and answers. The tired children also leaned against their seats and took a nap.

But the bumpy road kept them from sleeping well, and they did not reach their destination until around eleven.

"Wow—Xing-ge, how did you find a place like this? It's practically paradise!"

The first thing they saw was a network of orderly paths dividing the farmland. Plump rice stalks swayed in the wind, carrying a faint fragrance.

Not far away, antique-style buildings formed a small village.

There were no outsiders here. It was as if their arrival had disturbed this tranquil place.

If not for the Flying Cameras hovering in midair, so out of place with the scenery, it truly would have seemed like a fairyland.

"Welcome to the Digital World."

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