Yu Ling's Special Broadcast Ends
For Star Rail players across the universe, this livestream was undoubtedly a feast! Not only did they learn about the upcoming version's content, but they also got to see the appearance of the developer, Yu Ling!
On the forums, a dedicated section was opened to discuss Yu Ling's true identity.
"Rumor has it that this special broadcast actually took place in a dream. Yu Ling not only pulled Dan Heng and Fu Xuan into the dream but also...everyone else's souls!"
"Penacony is also a land of dreams, but I feel Yu Ling's dream is even more ethereal and unrestrained?"
"Dreams are closely tied to the substance of memories, and Yu Ling seems to know many of this world's secrets, incorporating them into the game's content. From this perspective, doesn't he resemble a Memokeeper?"
"If Yu Ling follows the Path of [Memory], I think he must be the strongest Emissary below the Aeon!"
"There's some connection, but don't forget! Yu Ling's crafted storylines can predict the future! How do you explain that? Can [Memory] even achieve that?"
"Could Yu Ling have collaborated with Nous? Or does he wield multiple Paths?"
"Can't figure him out—this man is too mysterious."
"The upcoming version seems to be dropping some bombshells! March 7th is about to undergo [Total Recall]. I wonder if this storyline will reveal clues about her past?"
"Right now, March is the only one in the Express Crew who isn't a 5-star character..."
"Himeko, we're back!"
Himeko, sitting by the window, smiled and stood up to greet them.
March 7th plopped onto the sofa with a satisfied sigh.
"Nothing beats the comfort of the Astral Express. No matter how nice it is outside, home is best~"
"Why are you back early? Didn't want to explore Luofu some more?" Himeko asked.
"Little March got excited when she saw her own companion quest in the new storyline and insisted on returning to the Express to complete it," Mr. Yang explained.
March 7th pouted. "Well, it's not just that. Of course, I missed you too, Himeko!"
"Hehe, March's sweet talk is as reliable as ever. Himeko will reward you with a freshly brewed cup of coffee."
The group sat in the observation cabin, casually chatting while waiting. They even called Dan Heng, who said he still had some matters to attend to and wouldn't be returning to the Express for now.
"Dan Heng, how was your experience attending Yu Ling's special broadcast?" March 7th couldn't help but ask.
"If you're really curious, I can write a formal report when I return to the Express."
"Uh, no need to be so serious..."
Himeko interjected, "Dan Heng, be careful while staying on the Luofu. Contact us anytime if needed."
Once everything was settled, March 7th and Stelle returned to their rooms to freshen up.
When they returned to the observation cabin, March 7th was dressed in an exquisite formal gown, with her hair and makeup meticulously done.
"March, are you dressing up for a banquet?" Stelle asked in surprise.
"Nope! Once the version updates, I'm completing my companion quest right away."
"Who knows? After this quest, I might recover my past. If that happens, I'll be a whole new March 7th!"
"Of course, the first day of the rest of my life deserves some ceremony."
Seeing March's seriousness, Himeko and Mr. Yang exchanged glances.
"We'll join you for this quest, March," Himeko said. "There might be hidden clues in the storyline. Together, we'll help you interpret them."
"Yay! I knew you all still love me!"
- Version update: Ready.
- Honkai: Star Rail: Launched.
Upon logging in, Stelle wondered where to pick up the quest when a message suddenly popped up:
[March 7th: Stelle, you there?]
[March 7th: You look like Pom-Pom! Stop joking, this is serious.]
[I just remembered something about our Luofu trip—the Divination Commission's 'Great Matrix of Prescience.']
[The Master Diviner used it to interrogate Kafka—no need for her to speak, just seeing her past was enough.]
[So I was thinking... could this matrix work on me?]
"So that's the angle..." March 7th murmured thoughtfully, then explained:
"Actually, I had this idea during Kafka's interrogation scene. I just never expected Yu Ling to make it the start of my companion quest."
They proceeded to the Divination Commission to find Fu Xuan.
Fu Xuan showed no resistance to the request of using the Great Matrix of Prescience to trace the past—she'd done this for others before.
For the matrix, given sufficient auxiliary data, probing the past was no different from predicting the future.
March 7th used her self-generated six-phased ice as the matrix's foundation.
With preparations complete, all that remained was for March to link with the matrix.
Fu Xuan asked, "The matrix is ready. Miss March, are you prepared?"
"Uh... I guess I'm about as ready as I'll ever be?"
Fu Xuan cautioned, "You must steel your resolve. Not all memories are meant to be awakened. Along your journey, you've endured much pain and hardship."
"If you're unprepared, we can halt the process. I'd hate for my goodwill to backfire and harm you instead."
"N-no worries! Since we're here, let's give it a shot!" March said, though her voice wavered slightly.
"Don't fret too much. From outside the matrix, I can communicate with you and minimally intervene in the recollection process."
As Fu Xuan's words faded, a quest interface appeared:
[March 7th's [Memory]]
On the right were potential enemies.
On the left was a brief introduction.
Upon reading it, March 7th—who had seemed relaxed earlier—suddenly tensed. Mr. Yang and Himeko also grew solemn, while Stelle read the text aloud hesitantly:
"Here, a long life breeds enduring memories, within which lies boundless suffering."
"Here, the instinct to survive coalesces into shared memories, within which lies countless sorrows."
"Here, the growth of wisdom nurtures overflowing memories, within which lies endless seeking."
"Here, [REDACTED] begets [REDACTED] memories, within which lies [REDACTED]."
"Where memories shatter, the people remain."
"This much info right from the start?!"
"And they even redacted key parts?!"
Stelle glanced at March 7th, who was silently repeating the passage, her expression growing graver.
Himeko asked gently, "What's wrong, March? Did this text remind you of something?"
March 7th exhaled heavily.
"Don't understand a single word! Who wrote this? Sounds like a riddle!"
"Whatever—let's just dive into this quest and see what's inside!"
Advance 100 Chapters are up on my !
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The issue with my pat is solved alhamdulillah.
There won't be any updates for 3 or so days cuz I contracted an allergy and I am on heavy medications. Smh.