The cyan energy stream carrying them began to descend steadily, falling towards the deck of the [ The Radiant Feldspar ] ship below, which resembled a giant floating island.
As the fireworks faded, the dreamlike sky returned to its usual hazy colors.
As they landed lightly back on the deck, March 7th immediately rushed over, pulling Xing up and down to check her over. "You scared us to death! Are you alright?"
"How can a body protected by [ Eternity ] be harmed by a cricket bomb?"
Xing stood with her hands on her hips, and so far, no enemy had managed to reduce her health to half. That's her reputation!
After a brief farewell to everyone, Firefly's gaze returned to Xing, and she nodded, everything understood without words, the light of her armor faintly appearing around her.
The cyan light flashed again, Firefly's figure disappeared from the spot, like a firefly merging into the starry sky.
Xing stood there, looking in the direction where the light had disappeared, her palm still feeling the warmth of the other person.
The miniature soap shards on the deck had been cleaned up, as if the farce had never happened.
Only the faint fireflies in the air and the lingering glow of the distant dreamlike sky proved that the magnificent fireworks display just now was not an illusion.
"A pleasant intermission... it's time to end."
Deep within the distant Asdana Galaxy, Ye Yan watched this drama orchestrated by [ Elation ], a slight smile playing on his lips.
Penacony —that place known as the " Land of the Dreams "—its light and information, like a stone thrown into a deep pool, are clearly reflected in His perception.
It does not rely on sight or hearing, but directly touches upon the essence of events and the ebb and flow of energy.
He 'saw' the dramatic climax meticulously orchestrated by [ Elation ] Aha: the chaos caused by miniature soaps scattered across the airship, and the [ Stellaron Hunters ]'s resolute rush towards the edge of the dream like fireflies drawn to a flame.
And... that expected yet [ Elation ] twist—the bomb countdown ultimately transformed into a grand and illusory fireworks display that enveloped Penacony's dream.
He sensed the omnipresent, pleasurable energy fluctuations of [ Elation ] Aha, like the snickering of a mischievous child watching the ripples after throwing a pebble into calm water.
He captured that brief but dazzling moment more clearly:
Beneath the fireworks, symbolizing fleeting brilliance, two young souls— Nameless from the [ Trailblaze ] Astral Express and Stellaron Hunters representing [ The Finality ] who struggles with his own path—embrace tightly high in the dream world.
This is a fleeting fusion of light and shadow, a momentary encounter between planets with different trajectories, a tiny yet incredibly vibrant 'spark' of life on an ' Eternity ' scale.
Their conversation—about choices, about having no regrets, about the meaning of life, about dreams that will eventually end—was clearly conveyed to Ye Yan's ears.
" Land of the Dreams approaching Eternity... an Eternity city built within the dreamland."
Penacony, named after the concept of " Harmony," constructs a vast yet fragile dream bubble.
However, its core is filled with the infighting among various forces and the struggles and confusion of countless individuals facing their fate.
He saw that the people of this Land of the Dreams longed even more to embrace [ Eternity ] happiness.
Dreamflux Reef, in front of the monument of the Nameless
"But then again, there's one last thing we need to do before we leave."
"To bring the story of the deceased to a perfect conclusion is the best way to honor them," Dan Heng said from the side.
"To be honest, I was quite surprised when I first heard the Conductor's request."
On March 7th, standing before the tombstones of the Nameless, I first offered them a bouquet of flowers:
" Nameless, Nameless, the Trailblaze never leave their names when they do good deeds, and so much time has passed, how can we possibly find those three people in such a vast Penacony?"
"But now it seems... in the ' Land of the Dreams,' anything is indeed possible."
Looking back on their past experiences, March 7th never imagined that with the help of [ Eternity ], Mikhail and Gallagher would also usher in their [rebirth].
History may not record the names of the dead, but the stars will bear witness to their footsteps.
Dan Heng laid a bouquet of flowers at the tombstone, saying, "The first ray of light in the long night often illuminates nothing, because it is fleeting, and the night is too long."
"But people will remember this: if there is always something to light up in the night sky, then after the first star falls... there are countless shooting stars streaking across the heavens."
"Salute to Boreklin Tiernan and Lazarina Jane Estella, Trailblazer of the Silver Rail!"
"--A tribute to history that is no longer silent, to the passionate and courageous journey, and to the journey to the stars."
After saying goodbye to the Nameless, the group found Mikail again:
"Are you all on the Astral Express ready to leave Penacony?"
"I'm sorry, Mr. Mikhail, it's only now that I'm saying goodbye," Welt said apologetically.
"Not at all. You have done so much for the [ Clockmaker ], we have no way to repay you. Let me, as a representative of Dreamflux Reef, raise another glass to all of you Nameless."
What will happen to the people of Dreamflux Reef next?
"They'll most likely stay here," Mikail replied. "People accustomed to being awake will find it difficult to adapt to living with their eyes closed in the dark. Once [ Order ] fades, someone has to guard this primeval Memory Zone."
"The nights in Penacony are long, and it's far from time for everyone to sleep."
Mikail sighed softly, "As for that beautiful dream over there... even without it, we've still been alive, haven't we?"
" Mikail, and all the inhabitants of Dreamflux Reef, I salute you, watchmen of long dreams—to the Years of perseverance, to every sorrowful night, and to the dawn that will surely come."
Finally, the Astral Express crew arrived at the A Child's Garden, where they saw the elderly Mikhail asleep.
"Um... thanks to the milk tea that Teacher Ye Yan gave me, are there now two [ Mikhail ] in Penacony at the same time?"
Even though Mikhail's body has aged, his Trailblaze spirit remains unchanged, and his A Child's Dream endures until death. This represents Penacony's 'past' and 'future,' so why can't they coexist?
Ye Yan appeared silently behind the group and patiently explained to March 7th.
"So, where did Gallagher and Mr. Mikhail go?" Xing couldn't help but ask.
"At the [ Church of Eternity ]," Ye Yan replied calmly.
"I see..."
Xing stroked his chin thoughtfully and said, " The Church of Eternity is indeed a suitable place to stay and rest; it can be considered a resort paradise."
"So, our mission as [ the Nameless ] is complete... right?"
With a hint of uncertainty in her Himeko March 7th inquired:
" Little March, is something on your mind?"
"There's just a strange feeling. I've had it at previous stops, but it's particularly noticeable this time."
Welt crossed his arms and suggested, "Why don't we speak up? Perhaps we're all thinking the same thing?"