"Call--"
Hanxing took a deep breath and awoke from her turbid Memoria. Her Star Eyes quickly repaired the damage to her body. The Firefly beside her had disappeared, and the entire room was filled with green fluorescence.
"As long as... we use the same old trick, it should work, right?--"
Hanxing's eyes narrowed, a blue-purple border appeared in his eyes, and the fluorescence no longer dissipated. A clock appeared in his eyes, and he already knew Firefly's face clearly. With a swift swipe of his hand, a brand new body appeared before him.
"Just one step away..."
Hanxing silently chanted, and the surrounding fluorescent light gathered towards Firefly's new body. He placed the dagger aside and guided Firefly's soul into the new body. Seeing the new body's fingers twitch slightly, Hanxing finally felt relieved.
"Am I... back?"
Firefly looked around, and the first thing that caught her eye was Hanxing:
"Nice to meet you, or... long time no see, Xing."
"Now you are no longer a weapon, but Firefly."
Hanxing smiled and said:
"This is an ordinary body. You can experience dreams, sleep, joy... You can listen, see, touch, think, and understand, just like an ordinary girl."
"Certainly--"
Hanxing sighed softly:
"This also means that the bloodline of the Glamoth Republic has been completely wiped out."
" Glamoth-- "
Firefly remained silent, then shook her head:
"Enough of this. Penacony's trip is over. We should follow Elio's instructions and head to the next place."
"Of course, but there are still some things to take care of."
Hanxing snapped his fingers:
"For example, where Jintiao and Yan Bai went."
"That is indeed a good question."
Firefly nodded:
"Then, let's set off now to solve these problems."
Immediately, he instinctively reached for his transformation device.
"Eh... where's the transformation device?"
Firefly looked somewhat puzzled.
"The fusion of the power of Path and the new body is not yet complete, so it may be impossible to summon Sam in the short term."
Hanxing briefly analyzed:
"However, there's no need to rush; there are other things that need to be taken care of."
"How?"
Firefly's voice carried a hint of doubt.
"I have a gift for you."
Hanxing smiled, and a beam of light flashed in her hand, revealing a star-shaped necklace and a Hanxing -shaped pendant.
"Pick one."
Firefly took the necklace:
"Does this... have any symbolic meaning?"
"In short, these two objects are interconnected; when the other is in danger, it will glow to warn the other. Of course, there's another use I never want to see: when the other dies, both objects will shatter simultaneously and turn to ashes."
Hanxing gave a long explanation, then fell silent.
"That's a bit scary... Saying such unlucky things on your wedding night, you should slap yourself!"
"Firefly said angrily."
"Okay, okay, it's my fault."
Hanxing reached out and slapped her own mouth:
"Now, let's go find them."
After saying that, Hanxing pinned the firefly ornament that had been rejected to the collar of her trench coat; the green light on it glowed faintly.
Hanxing slashed open a spatial portal with two sword strokes and leaped out. He had already sent a message to gather them together. At least at the wedding, the two had gotten along quite well.
"So, what's the point of going through all this trouble to come find us?"
Yan Bai asked, puzzled.
"It's nothing, I just wanted to ask you a question."
Hanxing spoke easily:
" With Penacony, is there any organization you'd like to join?"
"You know my choice, so I won't say anything."
Yan Bai replied with a smile.
"How about... I stay with Stellaron Hunters? After all, I still have Firefly as a partner."
The Jintiao smiled.
"... I'm afraid that won't work," the script says, "Neither of you can join us, otherwise it will lead to a bad ending."
Hanxing shook his head mercilessly.
"Then... I'll go with Yan Bai."
"I'm helpless, "Jintiao replied.
"Okay, let's go find the Astral Express Crew now."
Hanxing smiled, slashed through space with two swords, and carried the three of them through, arriving at the Astral Express that was about to set sail again:
"Long time no see, everyone on the Astral Express Crew."
"What brings you here this time? The sweetness at the wedding was almost unbearable."
Qiong teased.
"It's nothing, just introducing you two."
Hanxing smiled and said:
"They want to join the Astral Express Crew."
After speaking, he made way for her, revealing Jintiao and Yan Bai behind him:
"The path of ' Trailblaze ' is broad; surely you won't refuse two partners to walk this path together?"
"If you are determined, we will accept it."
Himeko's voice came from the side. "The path of ' Trailblaze ' is fraught with peril, but we will not refuse to let our two companions join us."
"Grateful."
Jintiao smiled gently and bowed slightly.
"Oh, right, there's one more thing."
Firefly's gaze turned to Hanxing:
Elio has brought a new "script." You need to travel with them to the next destination.
"And... what about you?"
A hint of doubt flickered in Hanxing's eyes.
"Me? Of course I'll go too!"
Firefly smiled.
"However, according to Elio, the next journey will be by you alone."
"All right--"
Hanxing's gaze shifted to Himeko:
"Two more of us wouldn't be a problem, would it?"
"Of course... it's alright." Himeko's voice was somewhat hesitant.
"However, we don't have enough rooms in the car, so you might have to squeeze into one room. How about letting Yan Bai and Jintiao stay with you for a while?"
"... That works too."
Yan Bai agreed.
"I have no objection."
Jintiao agreed.
"Then, let's get on the bus now."
Without saying a word, Hanxing stepped onto the stairs.
"Be careful on the road!" Jintiao looked at Firefly with concern.
"Yes, definitely!"
Firefly turned around and waved to Jin Jintiao. Hanxing's gaze swept over Yan Bai, and the Blade of Ending flew out of her hand, creating a spatial portal in front of Jintiao and the other person.
"Goodbye."
"Okay, goodbye."
Yan Bai waved goodbye, then disappeared with Jintiao.
"Then let's go inside."
Qiong looked at Hanxing, gesturing for him to get in the car.
"This isn't the first time we've worked together, relax--"
Hanxing smiled and spoke.
"I hope you don't stab me in the back."
Qiong joked, "We're teammates now, how could I possibly do something like that?"
Hanxing an awkward laugh.
"Alright, let's get in the car now." Himeko looked at the two of them and smiled helplessly.
The spacious observation cabin came into view.
"Hey, what's this... are you bringing the Stellaron Hunters along this time?"
March 7th asked with some doubt.
"Let's play along with their 'script,' as a way of repaying their kindness."
Qiong smiled to the side.
Please give me your guidance.
Hanxing bowed his head in greeting.
Before long, the Astral Express set sail, continuing its path of " Trailblaze," laying silver tracks for the world.