After Stelle sent this abstract message,
the reactions in the freshman group chat were varied!
[Zhao Camera: ?]
[Dan Heng: …]
[Only Loves Banana Baby: ?]
[Chaletka: Let's exchange pointers!]
[Banana Brings Wealth: Hilarious]
[Nanabloom-chan (Striving Edition): Hahahahaha]
[Nanabloom-chan (Striving Edition): Zhao Camera, your friend is really funny.]
[Zhao Camera: I'm not close with her!]
In the game, this was just a small bit of abstract fun in the freshman group chat.
But in reality,
this segment was seen by players across the entire universe!
Thankfully,
recently,
Stelle's skin had grown considerably thicker!
And she was still in disguise now.
Unlike the public humiliation before,
it was still somewhat bearable~
"Surely, the following plot won't have anything more abstract than this…"
Stelle muttered to herself.
She continued reading.
The three members of the Astral Express Crew were wandering around Paperfold University.
In front of the teaching building,
a television was there giving a peace sign!
Of course,
it wasn't a literal television, but a member of the Dreamjolt Troupe.
On its screen wasn't a smiling face, but a monkey baring its teeth.
This peculiar little thing naturally caught the attention of the Astral Express Crew.
"What is that thing!" March 7th took half a step back.
[The Dreamjolt Troupe! Let's fight!]
Stelle made an attacking gesture.
"Did I scare you? Sorry! I'm Banana Assistant 416, here to welcome the new students!"
"Banana Assistant… do you mean Teaching Assistant?" March 7th asked.
"It's Banana Language! Nowadays, all the students love the Slumbernana Monkey, so we faculty members have done our homework and changed our style to match!"
"Why are the faculty members of Paperfold University from the Sweet Dreams Troupe?" Dan Heng asked.
"You might not know this, but during the school festival, most of the teachers are attending academic seminars, so the principal commissioned the Sweet Dreams Troupe to fill the teaching vacancies."
Banana Assistant 416 patiently explained,
"Don't worry, the Banana Teachers are equipped with the memories of experienced educators, and their Banana Knowledge is absolutely reliable—but there's no rush to study now, everyone should enjoy the Colorful Dream Festival first!"
"Of course, I wasn't planning to study seriously anyway!" March 7th declared confidently.
...
At Paperfold University,
the more the student players watched, the more their hearts sank!
"What on earth is going on here?"
"Even if there's a teaching shortage, they can't possibly let something like this fill in, right?"
"Has our school completely fallen apart? Can't we even find a single human teacher?"
"Paperfold University has been overrun."
"Is it too late for me to transfer out now?"
"You can leave, but I'm not living with a Memetic Entity for the rest of my life!"
"Damn it, every time I see that Slumbernana Monkey, I get so angry! I'm going to go flip that Slumbernana Monkey vendor's stall!"
However,
what made the students of Paperfold University even more despairing was yet to come!
The school anniversary opening ceremony began.
The acting principal slowly took the stage.
"Hello, students—or should I say, hello, bananas!"
Standing at the center of the stage.
Was a person wearing a giant monkey head.
He calmly introduced himself.
"I am Professor Primon. Of course, you can also call me by the more popular name—Profnana!"
"Haha, were you all surprised? Don't worry, I'm not crazy or foolish. The reason I'm appearing in this outfit is to show the new students the spirit of Paperfold University—"
"Color Your Dreams, Free Your Ideals!"
...
"Even the principal has fallen?"
"Paperfold University is completely ruined (sad)."
"I hereby declare that Paperfold University is now Monkey University!"
"Whoever goes to Paperfold University from now on, I'll laugh at them for life."
"These students are set for life~"
"Principal, please stop this madness!"
"If this keeps up, the university is done for…"
...
Profnana sighed.
"Ah, what a beautiful wish. But I've heard it's become an empty phrase now. Everyone is so burdened by their studies that they can't even look up at the stars of the Dreamscape."
"The entire semester's schedule is packed, every day is the same routine, graduation defenses are too exhausting, and theses are impossible to write…"
"Students, this is wrong. This is not how young people in a land of dreams should be. So today, Profnana has some good news for you—"
"After discussion, the teaching and research group has unanimously decided to cancel all courses and exams for this semester. You only need to participate in the school anniversary to earn credits!"
"Is This Real?!" The surrounding students exclaimed in shock.
"Yes, don't doubt your ears. Young people, freedom—this is what Paperfold University wants to teach you."
"Throw away the worries of academics and life, and fully express your individuality. Bring the things you love, like this Slumbernana Monkey, to every corner of the campus!"
"Welcome to the Colorful Dream Anniversary! Color Your Dreams, Free Your Ideals—!"
This speech clearly energized the entire crowd.
All the students chanted together, "Color Your Dreams, Free Your Ideals!"
March 7th exclaimed, "The atmosphere at this school is amazing!"
...
"Huh??"
"This is straight out of a sci-fi movie!"
"You must be a follower of the Zhou Dynasty!"
"???… This doesn't seem right… or am I just too serious…?"
"Why didn't I get this kind of treatment when I was in school?"
"You pull this stunt right after I graduate?"
"Isn't this a bit too sudden?"
"Got it, this must be Zhou Tian in disguise!"
...
Downstage.
Seeing this scene!
All the students were thrilled!
"Forgive me for speaking so loudly earlier…"
"If you're going to do it like this, I'll definitely support you."
"Paperfold University needs someone like you!"
"This acting principal, he might be quite old and not understand what's trendy. He just saw these Slumbernana Monkeys appearing around the school and, to blend in with the students, put on a monkey head. He's really something, I'm moved to tears!"
"Just give the word, Profnana, and we'll immediately support you as the official principal!"
"Paperfold University, the best school!"
"Our university is on the rise!"
In the laboratory.
Profnana saw the stark contrast in his reputation both inside and outside the game.
A flash of light suddenly crossed his mind!
A spark of Erudition ignited!
He realized!
This is the perfect opportunity!
He had long prepared the corresponding persona!
Now,
He could leverage the reputation brought by Honkai: Star Rail to solidify his position!
Then,
He could secretly accelerate the progress of this experiment!
There was no time to waste.
He immediately took action!
Using the power of memories,
He quickly arrived at the scene at Paperfold University.
Profnana naturally noticed.
In front of the stage,
Sat those two Galaxy Rangers!
Profnana sneered inwardly.
In such a situation,
Even if the two of them noticed something suspicious, they wouldn't dare to act against him!
After all,
His current identity was that of the "Acting President."
Moreover, he had just won the support of numerous students and players.
Profnana took a step forward,
Arriving behind the stage.
Outside the dense crowd,
He shouted loudly!
"Students, your Profnana is here!!"