This villain is too popular.

Chapter 125 New Identity - Ink Painting [Bonus Chapter for Monthly Tickets]

[A secluded villa in the Upper City, the steam city]

"Oh no, Mr. Shuimo, is this really alright for us?"

Danica looked at Tendou, who had already changed his clothes, her voice still filled with barely concealed nervousness.

Because of these few days of intensive study, little Danica has gained a lot of knowledge about the outside world.

Therefore, she was well aware of just how dangerous the place she and Tiandao were about to go was.

That's the branch of the Star Envoy Association, the most powerful violent organization in the New Federation, located in the Steam City.

The wanted poster for Tiandao is still hanging on the Steam Branch's mission board, and it's an 'A-level bounty mission', which is second only to 'S-level'.

Therefore, once Tiandao's identity is exposed, his days in the Steam City and even the entire New Federation will not be easy.

However, Tiandao didn't seem to care much about Danica's worries.

Because he knew the details of the Steam City branch very well, he trusted the Hidden Star Society's unparalleled methods of identity forgery even more.

His pseudonym as a genius calligrapher known as 'Water and Ink' will never be revealed!

"Don't worry, Danica, no one will be able to tell."

Tiandao patted little Danica's head, then turned to look at himself in the mirror and examined himself carefully.

Unlike his usual flamboyant 'silver hair and blue eyes'.

The Heavenly Dao reflected in the mirror has now completely changed its appearance.

He not only used the 'all-purpose hair dye' he redeemed from the popularity system to dye his silver hair jet black.

She even used 'special colored contact lenses' to turn her azure-blue star-etched eyes into a deep black.

But the most crucial thing is the 'black-rimmed glasses' he's wearing on his nose right now.

【Title: Passerby A's Glasses】

[Effect: Significantly reduces one's presence, giving people a straightforward impression of being "ordinary and unremarkable"]

[Note: Even the brightest light will eventually fade when worn.]

Although it was just a minor adjustment to hair color, eye color, and clothing, it was enhanced by these special 'ordinary person' glasses.

The current Heavenly Dao has not only undergone a dramatic change in temperament, but also in appearance.

He was certain, even when he stood before the children of stars who had known him since childhood.

Then they will also have a hard time seeing through their disguise.

After confirming that his disguise was flawless, Tiandao took out the 'all-purpose hair dye' and vigorously applied it to Danika's head.

In just a moment, Danica's bright green hair turned into a soft pink.

Looking at his masterpiece, the Heavenly Dao said with satisfaction, "Not bad, not bad, this is perfect."

"Alright, Danica, it's time for us to go."

"Ok."

Danica nodded, then immediately followed Tiandao's footsteps, and together they walked out of the temporary residence arranged by the Hidden Star Society.

As a character who is temporarily 'offline' in the second season of "Stellaris", Tiandao has had very few scenes so far.

But from today onwards, everything will change.

Because he will appear under a completely new alias in most of the upcoming storylines.

Despite being in a disguised identity, Tiandao was not worried at all about it damaging his popularity.

Because every step he took was precisely based on his experience watching anime series in his previous life.

For example, there's the popular project he tailored specifically for the second season's storyline—High Above.

It was a result of his combining the essence of the "villainous king" from a classic anime series from his previous life with the original plot of "Stars Glimmer" and tailor-made for him.

You should know that the 'villainous king of pretentiousness' who likes to talk trash and use hair gel is in his anime series.

Their popularity far surpasses that of the main characters.

Therefore, it remains to be seen whether he can regain the top spot in popularity in the second season.

Tiandao wasn't worried at all, after all, when it came to building popularity, Tiandao was a professional!
As for his new identity that he will soon appear in front of the audience in the dimensional world...
Name: Shuimo

[Identity: Genius calligrapher, swordsmanship master, and encyclopedia of star energy techniques in the deep blue metropolis]

[Level: Median, Level 2]

【Star Source: Ink Painting Manipulation】

[Personality traits: Refined, easy-going, and...a tiny bit cunning]

[Comment: 'No one starts out standing in the heavens, neither you nor I, not even God, but the vacancy of this throne is about to end, for from this day forward, I will stand at the top.' — Ink Painting]

[At dawn, in the steam city, in the upper town]

Unlike the hellish scene in the lower city.

The mornings in the upper district are noticeably more bustling and full of life.

Tiandao, dressed in a moon-white robe with black clothing underneath, leisurely led little Danica along the street toward the Steam Branch.

They were enjoying the 'scenery' along the street with great interest.

Inside the blacksmith's shop, sparks kept flying out of the iron-casting furnace, and the bellows beside it roared.

In the bakery, freshly baked golden bread releases a unique aroma of heat mixed with the scent of butter.

On the streets, the sounds of the bells from the aerial cable cars and the whirring of gears from some steam locomotives mingled together, creating the unique hustle and bustle of the steam city.

However, what held Tiandao's gaze for the longest time was the iconic building of the steam city not far away—the Gear Building. The building's walls were inlaid with mechanical gears, and a giant bronze clock emitted a heavy "clang" sound precisely on the hour.

All of these elements combine to give this unique building a sense of both modern urban sophistication and historical vicissitudes, making it both a testament to the old era's simplicity and the grandeur of a bygone era.

However, Heaven knew very well that the true steam capital had actually stagnated for a long time.

It requires a massive, radical change.

The fateful encounter between Vivian and Chen Kong was the catalyst for this change.

The flapping wings of these two butterflies will soon shatter the fragile balance between the upper and lower cities of the steam city and unleash a storm known as 'Change'.

Moreover, this storm will not only sweep through the entire Steam City, but will also involve some of the high-ranking officials at the Star Envoy Association headquarters.

He can take advantage of this 'storm' to openly and legitimately step into the limelight.

After all, getting the Star Envoy Association to drop the arrest warrant for him is no easy task.

But there are always exceptions, such as when the president, Ennett, personally spoke up and forcibly demanded that the association withdraw his arrest warrant.

There's no doubt that old man Ennett has that kind of ability and power.

Getting that old guy to do that isn't actually that complicated.

Because the magnanimity of that otaku president is far broader than the world imagines.

He is a true 'results-oriented' person.

As long as the outcome is good, even if the process is tainted with some 'evil,' this old guy will feel it's okay, and may even take the initiative to help you withstand some of the storms brought by this 'evil.'

Of course, conversely, once he feels that your presence and behavior are hindering the progress of the human race, you will be at risk.

No matter how restrained you are or how just your actions are, he will crush you without hesitation.

This is Ennet, the strongest member of the association who appears kind but is actually ruthless.

For those who are protected by Ennet.

Ennet is the highest mountain for mankind, the strongest guardian that shelters them from the wind and rain.

But for those purged by Ennet, he was the most terrifying nightmare in the world.

Because the number of Star Envoys and ordinary people who died directly or indirectly at his hands was enough to form a small mountain if their corpses were piled up.

After all, the word "strongest" can't be just said.

That is a supreme throne that can only be built with strength and bones.

It is precisely because Heaven knows this that it has absolute confidence in its ability to "whitewash" itself.

Because as long as he can prove his future self, he alone can be comparable to the entire Star Envoy Realm, and his stance will always be on the side of humanity.

Even if the whole world hates him and rejects him.

Ennett would also defy public opinion and push him to a high position, standing at the top of the world.

After all, some positions are only meant for certain people.

Those mediocre people without talent don't even deserve to look at this position.

As for how to get Ennet, who is thousands of miles away, to know about his situation.

And recognize their own value to humanity.

That undoubtedly means he climbed to power by stepping over everyone in the Steam Chapter.

A 'cleaner' who can single-handedly clean up the filth of the entire city is undoubtedly the perfect fit for Ennett.

After all, it's because that old guy hasn't been able to find a suitable successor, which is why he can't easily leave the Star Trail Corridor.

Otherwise, this strongest Star Envoy Butcher of our time will soon make some clueless fools understand what a true 'butcher' is.

The Heavenly Dao intends to use the entire Steam City as a stage to let that old man, who is already getting on in years, know.

The new era has now produced a true successor who is suitable for it.

As for him, this remnant of the old era, he should pack up and hurry up and come down from that throne high in the sky.

Otherwise, he'll ruin his reputation in his later years.
"Mr. Shuimo, the smell here is really strange."

Upon arriving at the Gear Building, where the Steam Chapter was located, little Danica sniffed and muttered to herself.

The distinctive smell of coal smoke and the fishy odor of machine lubricating oil in the surrounding air made her, who usually stayed in the church prayer room, feel very uncomfortable.

In response, Tendou raised his head to look at the tallest building in the steam city that soared into the clouds.

He laughed and said, "Because this is the taste of the steam city, a unique taste of the embers of old-era industry mixed with the star energy of the new era."

After saying that, Tiandao raised his hand to straighten the collar of his long robe, and his eyes behind his glasses suddenly became sharp.

Perhaps to others, the sky is very high in the steam city.

But for the Heavenly Dao, the sky here is still too low.

He wants to stand at a higher level.

Only in this way can he realize his childhood dream.

Standing at the highest point, you can see the farthest scenery.

After all, what meaning does the concept of 'Heaven' have if it cannot be placed in the heavens?

PS: That's all for today's update. I'm too tired to write anymore, so I'll just add an extra chapter today. As usual, I'm asking for your monthly votes.

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