Chapter 366: From Lady to Empress! Jade is terrifyingly powerful!
Little Gui's livestream room.
Compared to the usual lighthearted and cheerful atmosphere.
Today's livestream seemed exceptionally solemn!
Although the plot of "Farewell, Penacony" hadn't featured any thrilling twists or battles so far, it had attracted prominent figures from various factions to watch!
Because.
This time, the plot involved the future of Penacony!
It affected the interests of many parties!
At this moment.
The conversation among the Express Crew clearly hid extremely important information!
Welt first briefly summarized the consequences of this incident.
"After the collapse of the Order's Dream, the Family branches from the Montore System rushed over upon hearing the news and quickly took control of the scene. Most members of the Oak Family lost consciousness, but fortunately, there is no danger to their lives."
"The instigator behind the entire conspiracy was identified as the former Dream Master, Gopher Wood, but by the time we arrived… he [ The Crows ] had already fallen," Dan Heng added.
…
"But in reality, Sunday is the final boss."
"I feel like the Dream Master is faking it!"
"The Dream Master couldn't have died just like that, right?"
"No matter what, the Family's credit in Penacony has completely collapsed. Alfalfa Coins are now dropping to the point of being worthless."
"The Family is finished!"
"Is Penacony going to be taken over by the Family branches of the Montore System next?"
"What about my bro Sunday?"
"Can Sunday win the revival match?"
…
Stelle quickly asked the question that many players were concerned about.
[ What about… Sunday? ]
"What awaits him is a trial. As for more details… it is inconvenient for the Family to disclose."
March 7 sighed: "In the end, ordinary people only think this was an attack by evil forces targeting the Charmony Festival, and that the Family failed in its duty to protect the sweet dream, causing their credit to plummet."
"Although it's still quite a distance from the truth, it is probably the outcome with the least impact…"
As her voice fell.
A voice followed: "After all, you can't tell who is awake and who is pretending to sleep. They will certainly open their eyes when they are driven into a corner, but they will also throw themselves back into the embrace of the dream once the danger has passed."
In front of the bar.
Siobhan smiled at the Express Crew.
"Three cups of 'The Light of Trailblaze' to pay my respects to everyone."
The place where the Express Crew gathered was Siobhan's lounge.
This time, it was a full mobilization.
Of course, except for Pom-Pom.
A special blend.
Little Gui skillfully completed it.
After all, they had the "Vignettes in a Cup" event before.
Siobhan raised the special blend.
She said: "To the Nameless who sleep beneath the earth, and to my friend, Gallagher."
"The spirit of freedom will spread far and wide among the stars, and its resonance will be more everlasting than pastoral songs."
"We are not accepted by the outside world, which is why we gather here."
"And one day, my soul will return to the same place."
"—Cheers."
Siobhan's words resonated with many players.
For a moment, the bullet comments were filled with a uniform "To an imperfect tomorrow!"
After finishing this cup.
A message from Himeko popped up on the screen.
[ Himeko: Everyone, please head over to the Feldspar. ]
[ Himeko: I'm wrapping things up here. Let's meet at the dream pool later. ]
[ Dan Heng: 1 ]
[ Welt: See you later. ]
[ Stelle: I will lead the charge! ]
In front of the screen.
Guinaifen also showed an eager expression.
"Next is the gathering of the Express Crew, the IPC, and the Family on the Feldspar!"
"Oh, right, and our Stellaron Hunter family~"
"An all-star lineup!"
"Besides deciding the future of Penacony…"
"With so many people gathered together, I reckon something is bound to happen, eighty percent sure!"
…
"It should just be everyone going through the motions."
"Is Little Gui starting to prophesy again?"
"Ask March 7. If March 7 says something is up, I'll believe it!"
"With so many factions holding each other in check, and high up in the air, who would dare to cause trouble unless they don't want their lives!"
"Can't rule out a lunatic sneaking in."
"Sparkle: Thinking about me?"
…
Inside the luxurious and massive venue.
As the IPC representatives took their seats one after another.
The logo of "Honkai: Star Rail" appeared on the large screen.
"Thanks to Feathered Spirit for 'Honkai: Star Rail'!"
"Everyone, what we are about to witness next is a negotiation regarding the future of Penacony!"
"The clash between Director Jade of the Ten Stonehearts and old Oti…"
"How will it turn out? Let's wait and see!"
Inside the venue.
It was packed with IPC employees!
Watching the plot of "Honkai: Star Rail" was now considered part of the company's team-building activities.
Moreover!
This time, they had arrived at the IPC's highlight!
Many people came with the intention of learning Jade's negotiation techniques!
At this moment, their eyes were burning with anticipation, and their excitement was beyond words.
The feeling of playing through the story alone was completely different from watching it with tens of thousands of people simultaneously!
Everyone's excited emotions seemed to infect one another!
As the screen lit up.
The venue gradually quieted down.
The second half of the negotiation began.
Old Oti had not yet realized the severity of the problem.
He still let out his signature laugh: "Ho-ho-ho-ho, worked out a countermeasure so quickly, Madame Jade? Hmm… where did Madame Topaz go?"
Jade smiled faintly: "Topaz has other tasks. You will see her in a moment. The conversation can still continue, just you and me."
When she said those last words.
Her original warm and gentle smile vanished completely!
Replaced by coldness and sharpness!
Old Oti asked with some uncertainty: "Is it my illusion, Madame? Your tone of voice… is very different from just now."
"One must set a good example in front of juniors. In the negotiation arena, speaking without restraint is not a good habit, is it?"
The venue instantly erupted into a clamor!
…
"It's coming, it's coming!"
"Is she going to draw her sword?"
"The aura instantly changed from a lady to a queen!"
"Director Jade is dropping the act!"
"Even her gaze is different."
"Oh my god, I love it so much!"
…
"Now, we can put our cards on the table. Do you believe it, Oti? Over the past ten Amber Eras, you are not the only merchant who has personally witnessed the changes in the cosmic market."
Old Oti still appeared very calm: "Interesting… ho-ho-ho-ho, now this is interesting."
"Putting cards on the table, very good! What I like most is openness and transparency. Let's hear it, where is this move of yours going to land?"
Jade's gaze focused: "As it happens, my habit is to call checkmate first, then place the piece. Let's go straight to the conclusion: First, your plan cannot be realized. There is absolutely no possibility of Penacony going public by bypassing the IPC."
"Second, you cannot stop the IPC from entering Penacony either. We have plenty of time and methods to find a suitable breakthrough point, tear it open bit by bit, and then fill it up, letting the Asdana star system become familiar with the IPC's methods once again."
"I am now returning all the words you said to you. To preserve your dignity, and to prevent you from becoming the target of public criticism in the official meeting—you had better give up that fantastical plan."
Jade's tone was cold and disdainful.
She was practically a different person compared to when Topaz was present earlier!
It was as if she had already seized all the initiative.
Just waiting for old Oti to beg for mercy under her methods!
The employees at the venue were all thrilled!
This kind of dominance and composure was simply terrifying yet lovable!
And the bullet comments in the livestream room were also completely uninhibited!
…
"A healthy smile."
"IPC: We lost an envoy in Penacony."
"Jade: See the fleet outside? Money is our most decent and gentle method."
"Sister is so domineering, love it, love it!"
"I really want to be whipped by Jade, and stepped on hard by her high heels."
"Our fleet will blot out the sky, no matter how many suns are in the heaven."
"Jade: If you can't be decent, we'll help you be decent!"
"My goodness! This is the IPC in my impression. Jade can practically be said to represent it—cold and powerful, really like a venomous snake, waiting for the right moment to strike, and eating you up down to the bones once she finds an opportunity!"