"Gifting 648 x7!"
"Ah, I'll take care of it."
Seeing someone in the chat boldly declare their intentions, Guinaifen smirked without hesitation.
With a flick of her fingers, a stream of data poured out—swiftly, efficiently.
In no time, the person's full name, address, daily habits, and even their online activity were laid bare before her.
She even accessed their bank account directly.
"Tch, how stingy."
A quick wave of her hand.
Over a hundred in-game top-up red packets worth 648 each were sent out, showering the entire chat.
"Wow! Is this for real?!"
Guinaifen glanced outside—the Arbor was beginning to glow ominously.
"Don't worry, this isn't today's problem!"
"Guinaifen, you're amazing! You keep your word!"
"Wait, only 100 people got the 648? I didn't even receive one!"
Jing Yuan gazed at the sky, where the shadow of conflict had already begun to descend upon the land.
He murmured to himself, "Well then, the Stellaron Hunter… Today, Xianzhou's defenses will be tested."
"That guy up there… Let's leave him to his own devices."
Kafka looked up and sighed. "Blade is really going all out this time."
"At a time like this, even we can't stop him."
A streak of light shot into the sky.
A silver flash—whether to intervene in the clash between Dan Heng and Blade or to join them remained unclear.
---
Half an Hour Later
Dan Heng, Blade, Jingliu, Welt, and Loucha—
The five stood facing each other in the air, tension thick.
Welt adjusted his glasses and spoke calmly, "This battle… proves you're no longer the man I knew."
"Sorry, perhaps I was too impulsive."
Blade, once composed and elegant, now bore visible wounds, his demeanor slightly unhinged.
Yet he maintained his grace as he replied, "No matter. The Master Diviner of the Luofu has foreseen this."
"So, Blade, have you made your choice?" Kafka asked.
Blade suddenly raised his sword. "No need for words!"
"Today, Xianzhou's fate will be decided!"
This time—
Blade lunged at Jingliu!
His ancient sword was fully unsheathed!
Not only Jingliu—Dan Heng and Jing Yuan were also caught in the crossfire.
The world turned crimson, the battlefield a blur of violence.
Kafka's eyes narrowed slightly.
She realized—
Blade had lost control!
She stepped forward, ready to restrain him.
But—
Blade was beyond reason, his eyes bloodshot!
He attacked indiscriminately—even Kafka was not spared!
He wanted to destroy everything!
(Clang!)
Before Kafka could act, Jingliu, Jing Yuan, and Dan Heng had already countered with their own abilities.
Yet Blade's attacks were self-destructive, fueled by madness. For a moment, he overwhelmed all three!
(Crack!)
Welt prepared to assist.
Right now, they lacked many things—but not combatants.
Suddenly—
At that very moment—
In the depths of the night, a colossal tree began to grow at an alarming rate!
From Luocha's perspective, it was like watching a painting come to life.
Roots burst from the ground, churning the clouds.
A wave of energy, thick with the scent of the Abundance, swept outward.
Blade, like a man doused in cold water, suddenly froze.
His gaze snapped toward the Arbor.
His frenzied aura gradually receded.
"Those who dare interfere… will face the consequences."
Watching the towering Arbor, Jingliu's eyes gleamed with excitement. "Good."
Jing Yuan muttered to himself, "After so many years… Phantylia."
"Now is the time."
"At least you've drawn her attention."
"Whether the seal is broken today or not…"
"Not only has the Stellaron's location been exposed, but the Arbor's growth has also accelerated… The legacy of the Abundance is resurfacing ahead of schedule."
"Phantylia… You truly are a blessing for Xianzhou."
Guinaifen clapped excitedly.
She stretched lazily, then cheered, "Three apocalypse runs completed!"
"My Jing Yuan team's upgrade materials are finally ready!"
Meanwhile, Sushang was scrolling through the Jade Abacus.
A breaking news alert popped up:
"Reports confirm—anomalous spatial fluctuations have erupted near the Shackling Prison's ruins!"
"According to an anonymous source: 'So many years of pent-up abundance energy! It's so dense it's practically solid! But the Astral Express crew handled it fast—cleaned up all the riffraff in no time!'"
"The Divination Commission assures the public that, with the Jade Abacus's records as proof, it was the Astral Express team who intervened to suppress the spatial anomaly!"
"The Sky-Faring Commission has mobilized to maintain order and initiate reconstruction efforts, ensuring the safe passage of the Ambrosial Arbor's roots!"
"We extend our deepest gratitude to the Astral Express for their timely assistance!"
"Reporter Yu Wenyuan will continue to provide updates."
Hearing the news, Guinaifen blinked.
"Eh? The Shackling Prison's back?"
"I was just doing apocalypse runs—was that why?!"
(Glancing at the screen: [Main Quest Updated! Limited-Time Event: 'Echo of the Abundance' Now Live!])
Outside, a deafening roar shook the air!
Sushang immediately put down her phone and stood protectively in front of Guinaifen.
If enemies appeared now, she'd activate her defensive shield immediately!
Guinaifen curiously cracked open the window—
And gasped.
"Whoa… It's really growing?!"
"Guinaifen's OP! Is this the prelude to becoming an Aeon—'Words Become Reality'?!"
"Wait, are all these disasters happening because Guinaifen's been gaming too much?!"
"Better turn myself in before it's too late!"
"Pfft—as if!"
"Star Rail players are still grinding for pulls!"
Guinaifen and Sushang gulped down a bucket of water each to calm their nerves.
The situation was too chaotic to dwell on.
Their mission now was to head toward the Alchemy Commission near the Arbor.
Along the way, they passed through the Artisanship Commission.
Upon arriving at the new area, they saw a massive bear-like construct entangled in Arbor roots, struggling violently.
A certain "Mr. Gongzi" was desperately trying to rescue a trapped "child."
Dan Heng's current task was to safely extract him.
Staring at the giant cage, Guinaifen wondered aloud, "Wonder what's inside?"
"Hey, Sushang, you know?"
Sushang shook her head. "It was recently relocated here—no idea."
"Probably just medicine or tools, right? Surely not monsters or something."
Guinaifen licked her lips.
Her team composition had changed to Jing Yuan, Tingyun, Asta, and Natasha.
They ventured into the root-choked Artisanship Commission.
"Bet there are tons of mobs inside."
"100% clear rate with Jing Yuan carry!"
To be continued…
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