The Star Train's Journey Through the Heavens

Chapter 165 The Covenant, The Return Voyage, The New Messenger
"Speaking of which, is this coffee from outer space? I never thought my beloved D would be drinking alien stuff. This alien coffee smells amazing!" Liu Chuang said, sniffing the coffee with a look of pure delight.

“It’s all alien stuff here, not even coffee,” Zhao Xin said.

Zhao Xin's words instantly snapped everyone out of their daze, and now everything on the train seemed strange and wonderful.

It was like Grandma Liu visiting the Grand View Garden.

"Useless." Rose rolled her eyes at the group of losers and said disdainfully.

Can you calm down a bit?
You guys have completely disgraced the planet!

Liu Chuang took a big gulp of coffee like a cow chewing on a peony, and his eyes bulged out instantly.

An indescribable flavor burst forth from his mouth, giving him the illusion that he was about to ascend to heaven.

Liu Chuang put down the coffee with trembling hands, then covered his mouth.

It would be too impolite to spit it out; Liu Chuang understood this basic courtesy.

Moreover, he noticed that both teachers, Meng Huaifeng and Xing, were staring at him intently.

The two men's eerie smiles seemed to be a warning to him: if he dared to spit it out, he would be dead.

"Gudong."

Liu Chuang swallowed his coffee.

"How does it taste?" Meng Huaifeng asked, barely suppressing a smug smile.

Liu Chuang was speechless for a moment, but he felt that Meng Huaifeng's smile was becoming more and more eerie.

So Liu Chuang quickly gave a thumbs-up with a twisted, almost seductive expression.

it is good!
This expression looks like it could be used as a meme.

"That's good. This is Sister Ji's hand-ground coffee. So many people in the universe would love to drink it but never have the chance." Meng Huaifeng nodded in satisfaction.

Meng Huaifeng wasn't lying; it was the truth. Ever since the Star Train opened up a new world and caused a global sensation, the train crew had gained countless followers on the Thousand Star Network.

Before March 7th, Himeko would occasionally post some observations and photos online, so Himeko's fans knew that Himeko liked to study coffee.

Every day, countless fans who are unaware of the terrifying power of Himeko's hand-ground coffee ask for it on her account but to no avail.

Hoshi secretly hid a cup of Himeko's hand-ground coffee and sold it to a fan for one million credits.

I wonder what happened to that fan who bought the coffee; maybe they never even drank it and kept it as a souvenir.

In short, Xing did not receive any complaints or negative reviews.

"Ahem, Sister Himeko hates people wasting things, leaving leftovers." Hoshino made up a story with a straight face.

Liu Chuang gritted his teeth, picked up his coffee cup, and drank the rest of his coffee.

Himeko walked by, glanced at the empty coffee cup, and said with some surprise, "You finished it so quickly? It seems you really liked it. I'll get you another cup."

"No...no..." Liu Chuanggang hurriedly waved his hand.

"Don't want it?" Xingyi raised an eyebrow.

"No, no, I meant no need to trouble Auntie, I can carry it myself," Liu Chuang quickly corrected himself.

Ji Zi refused Liu Chuang's offer with a forced smile.

Himeko could tolerate a few young college students calling her "auntie."
But Himeko can't stand it when you call a grown woman "auntie".

Liu Chuang, in particular, looks more than ten years older than his actual age!

You're in for a treat today, kid.

Liu Chuang looked at the steaming coffee in front of him with a worried expression; the aroma was enticing.

"Hey cute girl, what do you think of this alien coffee?" Liu Chuang asked in a low voice.

“It’s delicious,” Rui Mengmeng replied.

Liu Chuang fell into deep thought. Rui Mengmeng was simple and straightforward, and never lied.

Is it like durian, where some people love it and others can't eat a single bite?
Why is it that I'm the one who can't adapt?

Liu Chuang looked at the others, and there were a few others with equally strange expressions.

It seemed he wasn't the only one; Liu Chuang felt better now.

"What do you think, Brother Chuang?" Rui Mengmeng asked casually.

"I have a feeling that the gene engine is about to collapse..." Liu Chuang looked up at the ceiling.

"?"

What does this mean? Rui Mengmeng was completely baffled.

Su Xiaoli and Qi Lin walked around in the carriage and stopped in front of a potted plant.

The potted plant contains an eight-petaled orchid with strange, shimmering light spots. It is beautiful and emits a unique fragrance that can only be smelled when you get close; if you are a little further away, you can't smell anything at all.

"What kind of flower is this? It smells so good, it makes me feel relaxed all over." Su Xiaoli vaguely felt that her super genes had become more active.

"There are special effects too! Could it be some rare and precious treasure mentioned in the novel?" Qi Lin asked.

“Oh, this is an Eight-Petaled Immortal Orchid. We obtained it when we were exploring a planet called Douluo Star. There was something called a Martial Soul on that planet…” March 7th walked over and explained.

The conversation went further and further off track, but the two listened with great interest, and the others also perked up their ears to listen attentively.

"Martial Souls... what a wondrous world, though, it has a touch of evil in it," Keisha commented.

"The rules of that planet have been artificially modified. As far as I know, after the two worlds were linked, possibly due to the influence of their respective destinies, they no longer need to absorb soul rings to break through," Himeko said.

"Will destiny have a significant impact on the world?" Keisha asked.

“Under normal circumstances, it won’t be affected much. It’s just that Douluo Star has made too many rule changes since then, which is why it’s more affected,” Himeko said.

Apart from someone embarking on their destiny, nothing has changed in the world of Ling Cage.

"I see. Your pioneering journey is indeed enviable." Keisha sighed, suddenly thinking of her younger sister Liang Bing.

If it were the old her, she would definitely be a perfect fit for the Star Train.

Unfortunately, it ended up growing crooked.
The current Demon Queen Morgana is someone the Star Train would consider a feat of escaping if they didn't wipe her out; there's no way they'd let her join them.

“Many people yearn for it, but most are bound by responsibilities, family ties, ideals, and other constraints, making it impossible for them to embark on the journey,” Himeko said.

Another group of people, just as they were about to embark on their journey, suddenly felt fear of the unknown and were afraid of death, so they turned back.

"It is precisely because of these burdens that it is all the more desirable."

"That's not a burden, Queen Keisha. Do you really think that the angelic civilization and the order of justice are a burden to you?" Himeko asked.

“No.” Keisha’s expression was firm, then she sighed, “But sometimes I feel tired.”

"Humans are not machines after all."

“Let’s form an alliance, angels and train,” Keisha suddenly suggested. “Although I am confident that I can stabilize the situation with the angelic civilization in the future, I still hope that in case of any unforeseen circumstances, we can get help from unknown cosmic forces.”

“I already know something about you. Regardless of the other forces in the unknown universe, I believe you are a trustworthy force that is willing to lend a helping hand to the angels.”

"The Void, the antimatter legions, the abundant fel... I still worry that I am not up to the task. In return, the angels will lend a helping hand when the train encounters trouble."

Himeko was somewhat surprised, but she didn't hesitate for long before nodding and saying, "Okay."

"By the wings of angels, the angelic civilization is willing to be the wings of the Star Train, watching over and helping each other, advancing and retreating together. Even if flames burn our wings and our divine status withers, we will not break this oath."

Keisha's solemn oath was transmitted to the minds of all the angels via the Angel Network.

"In the name of exploration, wherever the train journeys, whenever the angelic civilization falls into crisis, the train's silver tracks will shine once more. Even facing raging storms and facing life-or-death situations, we will still walk alongside the angels, fight injustice together, and crush chaos," Himeko replied. Even without an alliance or an oath, if past civilizations sought help from the train crew, the crew would not ignore them.

"This oath is only valid as long as the angelic civilization's just order exists," Himeko emphasized.

“That is only right. If the Star Train becomes the vanguard of invasion, even if flames burn its wings and its divine essence withers, the angel's oath will be null and void,” Keisha said.

Himeko gave Keisha a specially marked Star Pass as a token.

Keisha then gave Himeko a pair of angel wings.

It is both a token and a special piece of equipment.

Angel wings are not just decorations; they serve a wide range of functions.

"Have we allied with Blue Star and the train?" Ge Xiaolun couldn't help but ask.

"We're married, but it doesn't seem that formal," Lena replied.

It seems like it's still temporary...

……

The Star Train only stayed on Blue Star for one day.

The Star and Moon have been taken into the cave. Meng Huaifeng, March 7th, and Xing built a nest for Abe in the corner of the shared living room.

Angels and soldiers bid farewell to the train crew outside the Starry Sky Train.

"Angel Yan, would you be willing to board the train as a bridge of friendship between angels and the train, and become the first angel to explore the unknown universe?" Keisha asked Yan.

“I am willing,” Yan answered without hesitation. It wasn’t just the Queen’s order; she was also very interested in the pioneering journey.

"You have now upgraded to a fourth-generation divine body. In the name of the Angel Queen, the Holy Keisha, I hereby bestow upon you the title of the Third King of the Angelic Civilization, the Heavenly Martial King, Yan. I hope that in the course of your expansion, you will continue to uphold justice and order," Keisha said.

"I will certainly live up to the Queen's expectations and not bring shame upon the name of the angels," Yan said.

“The Heavenly King of Defilement is quite suitable for this old lady,” Meng Huaifeng murmured.

"The worlds the train travels to may be beyond the reach of the sacred treasure trove of knowledge. From now on, the Skyblade VII will be your exclusive warship," Keisha said.

"Then, Your Majesty..."

“He Xi has already built a new warship for me, which is nearing completion. Its computing power will be comparable to that of the Great Clock,” Keisha said.

"Thank you, Queen Keisha." Yan accepted the answer readily.

Without the support of an astronomical computer, Yan's combat power would be reduced by 70-80%.

Yan entered the train, and Himeko handed her the golden Star Trail Special Ticket.

Back when she first visited the Angel Nebula, Keisha had already expressed her hope that some angels would board the train, and the train crew did not refuse.

Originally, the plan was only to issue general tickets, but since the two sides officially formed an alliance yesterday, it has been upgraded to special tickets.

"I also want to be a cosmic knight-errant," Zhao Xin couldn't help but say enviously.

"Then why don't you go?" Ge Xiaolun asked.

“These aliens are invading Earth, how can I be a deserter? I have to wait until Earth is safe before I talk to them,” Zhao Xin said.

"Brother, once Blue Star is safe, can I get on the train?" Zhao Xin asked.

"Of course you can, the train always welcomes you to join us," Meng Huaifeng said with a smile.

"Um... can I get on the bus? I have no parents, and I don't love this world. I also want to see unknown scenery," Su Xiaoli asked cautiously.

"The train journey is not only filled with unknown scenery, but also with unknown dangers, far exceeding those of the Demon Queen Morgana. Do you really have the determination to explore the unknown?" Meng Huaifeng asked earnestly.

"I...I..." Su Xiaoli hesitated, unable to finish her sentence.

She was just a small-time streamer, drifting along with the tide, a big-breasted but unambitious streamer, where would she find any determination?

Meng Huaifeng shook his head.

The Skyblade No. 7 warship was also taken into the cave.

The train slowly began to depart.

"Big brother (teacher), don't forget us!" the members of the Super Soldier Company shouted, waving their hands.

The train left increasingly gleaming silver tracks, and a wormhole appeared in front of it, into which the train disappeared in an instant.

Himeko quickly got off the vehicle and stabilized the wormhole, and the power of destiny began to extend to the new world.

Watching the train disappear, Su Xiaoli suddenly made up her mind.

However, it was too late; only when something is missed will people realize their regret.

A golden ticket suddenly floated down from the sky and landed in Su Xiaoli's hand.

"Hahaha, wait aha, aha hasn't gotten on the bus yet..."

Even if the wormhole is closed, He can still run back to the universe on His own, but who knows how much fun He will miss?

A piercing laugh rang in Su Xiaoli's ears, and she seemed to see a series of masks rapidly disappearing into the wormhole.

A powerful force, distinct from dark energy, erupted within her, and at the same time, the method of using the Boundary Anchor appeared in her mind.

"Little Fox, what's wrong with you...?" Lena asked curiously.

"I think I'll still get on the train, everyone. I'm sorry," Su Xiaoli said apologetically.

"Hey, it's okay, you go ahead and do it. We'll take care of Blue Star."

Zhao Xin, who recruited Su Xiaoli to the Super Soldier Squad, knew about Su Xiaoli's past and attitude.

Having never received any love or care from her parents, society, or country since childhood, she naturally wouldn't love them.

Activating the train's boundary anchor, Su Xiaoli disappeared from the sight of the Super Soldier Company.

Keisha was about to return to the Angel Nebula when she suddenly felt a blur before her eyes, and the next moment she appeared in a strange nebula space.

"This is...an illusion? Death God Karl? He's dead." Karl was the first person Keisha thought of.

"Om~"

A massive amber figure suddenly appeared in the space. Keisha strained to look up, but she couldn't see its full form.

Even a momentary strong thought can attract the attention of the star god, let alone tens of thousands of years of consistent words and deeds.

Although Keisha had not previously embarked on the path of savings protection, she had always been practicing it.

A powerful force erupted from Keisha, ten or even a hundred times stronger than a star.

Moreover, it didn't come from outside the body, but truly belonged to her own body!
A powerful wave emanated from the wormhole and spread to even more distant locations.

A new depository order has been issued!

The God of Wisdom swept through the new world, and countless pieces of knowledge entered His mind. He discovered a dangerous individual, marked him... He's dead, so it's alright.

He Xi embarked on a path of intellectual pursuits, yet she failed to gain the attention of Doctor Zun.

Some embarked on preservation, some on the path of intellect, and others on the path of destruction, on the hunt...

And a certain demon queen, strangely enough, did not embark on any destiny.

She was unaware that the known universe had undergone earth-shattering changes...

(End of this chapter)