How could I, of all people, be compared to that blonde brat from Xianzhou?

Boothill was fuming as he read the idiotic comments online. He could feel his teeth grinding in frustration.

From what he remembered, that Sushang girl in the story was practically illiterate.

She even misused idioms all the time.

You can call me weak, sure.

But comparing me to Sushang as if we're some kind of legendary duo? That's just going too far!

Those two terms seemed to be some kind of allusion from a certain planet.

On the surface, they sounded like compliments.

But,

even a sweet little thing could sense the sarcasm in them!

He'd heard that this generation of netizens loved to target characters, and now that it was his turn to be in the spotlight, it was no different!

Was the rest of the plot going to be filled with this kind of comedic nonsense?

Damn it all!

Couldn't there be some real shining moments instead?

Boothill continued reading the story—

After he made the statement, "[The Emperor's Bow only announces its presence with arrows of light]," Dan Heng corrected him.

Unbothered, Boothill replied, "Whatever, you get what I mean. Anyway, don't think the Galaxy Rangers have been inactive all these years. We've been keeping an eye on this universe. Many fools would rather offend the Annihilation Gang than mess with the Rangers."

"But that Acheron… at least from what she's done, she doesn't seem like a lunatic. On the contrary, she's very logical and methodical. She knows when to hold back and when to strike without hesitation."

"You think someone like her is using the Galaxy Rangers' name for ulterior motives." Dan Heng's expression turned thoughtful.

"I'm not saying that for sure, but it's suspicious. Maybe she really knows the Galaxy Rangers, or maybe she's trying to lure us out for some reason… I don't know."

Dan Heng: "I'm more concerned about the family's unusual behavior. Because of this grand event, dozens of Pathwalkers have been summoned to Penacony. No matter how tolerant the family is, they wouldn't do something so out of character."

"Unless the invitations weren't sent by them. In that case, the family's insistence on holding the Charmony Festival under these circumstances… is even more intriguing."

Boothill: "Maybe it's all under the orders of Xipe of Harmony. You think it's unreasonable because humans wouldn't do it."

"Humans act irrationally on impulse, abandon principles when their interests are at stake, and believe things they know they shouldn't. Damn it, humans even break their own rules!"

"But Aeons don't. Aeons only walk one path, never turning back—not even when they hit a wall!"

Dan Heng asked, "You think Xipe's will is behind this incident?"

"Not necessarily Xipe, but there's definitely some metaphysical force at play. Don't call me pessimistic. If human Free Will could be trusted, what would we need the Galaxy Rangers for?"

"If you attribute everything to Aeons and Paths, things become much simpler. Just like Lan will always walk the Path of The Hunt, and even though Akivili's whereabouts are unknown, the train continues on the Path of Trailblaze, never derailing."

…

"Holy crap? They're starting to piece together the truth?"

"Wait, you're not actually dumb, are you?"

"Boothill might seem like a brute, but he's actually quite clever. He doesn't just charge in recklessly."

"Damn it, he's actually pulling it off!"

"So what does Acheron want to lure the Galaxy Rangers out for?"

"I always feel like there's some connection between Acheron and the Galaxy Rangers..."

...

Dan Heng sighed, "But I believe that Akivili's fall is also a precious legacy he left for the Nameless."

"Oh, I guess it's because after losing an absolutely correct leader, the Nameless must take responsibility for their own choices?"

"Yes. I think the meaning of the journey is not to walk on an absolutely correct path..."

"But to choose the path that suits you best, based on your limited knowledge and judgment, among countless possible paths."

Boothill nodded and said, "Although I don't know what you've been through, I agree that people must take responsibility for themselves. No one can do it for them."

"Exactly because of this, the Galaxy Rangers must personally find that impostor... and figure out what she's really up to."

"Just in case, if that Memokeeper never shows up, I have a backup plan... this is the last one."

"We'll quietly take a few hostages, and then everything will be easier. We can use them to negotiate with the family, or even take their identities—!"

In the live stream.

Little Gui was momentarily stunned!

Just moments ago, they were having a serious discussion with Dan Heng.

Expressing their understanding of the Path...

How did it suddenly turn into a plan to become interstellar kidnappers?

"Boothill's way of doing things is really all about following his heart, huh?"

At that moment.

The bartender came over to ask if they still wanted the [Asdana's White Oak] they had ordered earlier.

The two quickly realized.

Their Memokeeper friend had arrived!

She had altered the bartender's memory.

There was a line of text left on the bottle—I'll be waiting for you on the Astral Express.

The scene shifted.

Boothill and Dan Heng returned to the Astral Express.

Pom-Pom walked over and said, "You're back? Two people boarded earlier, saying they were looking for passenger Boothill. I had them wait in the Parlor Car."

"Oh! Perfect timing."

Dan Heng, however, looked puzzled. "Two people?"

As soon as he finished speaking.

A faint glow flickered.

Black Swan's figure emerged from the air.

She walked towards the two with a smile.

Pom-Pom, on the other hand, spoke in a displeased tone, "It's her. Although the Astral Express welcomes every passenger, sneaking in one after another… you all really don't consider yourselves outsiders, do you, Pom!"

"My apologies, Conductor. I was mistaken in assuming the Express was already familiar with the Garden of Recollection… Given the complex situation in Penacony, the only ones I can trust now are the Nameless."

"You really made me search for a long time, Memokeeper! Let me get straight to the point—tell me everything you know."

Black Swan nodded slightly, "I was just about to. But before that, allow me to introduce myself. I am Black Swan, a Memokeeper from the Garden of Recollection. As for the story of that lady, Acheron…"

"Perhaps she herself knows better than I do."

As Black Swan's words fell.

A figure in long boots appeared in the Parlor Car.

It was none other than Acheron herself, who had cleaved the Dreamscape in the previous version and was subsequently banished by the Dreammaster!

"Greetings, I am Acheron."

Boothill immediately showed a look of astonishment. "What?! You darn—Garden of Recollection, you betrayed me?!"

...

"Black Swan: So, I took action and brought Acheron herself here."

"Can't hold it in anymore..."

"Another mastermind?"

"These two finally meet!"

"The Astral Express welcomes every passenger, much like the inclusiveness of Harmony. Maybe later, Xipe will take a look at us!"

"Don't forget there's also a Messenger on board…"

"Does Black Swan know her colleague is also on the train?"

"The Astral Express is truly a gathering of stars, isn't it?"