Starry Sky Railway: Opening Performance - Taixu Sword God

“Speaking of which,” Yan Huan looked at Xia Die, “what is the Throne of Enlightenment? How can a school have a throne?”

Explanation of "遐蝶":

"That's where the fire of Sersis is kept, right at the top of the giant tree."

According to him, the spark should still be there.

"However, getting there is not as easy as the teacher makes it out to be."

"Let's check back on the way... see if he's left any similar directions for us..."

At the same time, the tightly closed door slowly opened, providing passage for the two.

Following this path, the two arrived inside the giant tree.

"Hey, why is this student still holding a drill? Were they just about to break down the door...?"

"No, that won't do... Damaging public property will get your parents called."

In front of Yan Huan, a woman floating in the air was spouting lewd remarks.

"?"

"And who are you?"

"Oh, so you're already asking about my identity?"

The woman smiled.

"What an impatient child... You can't eat hot oatmeal porridge if you're in a hurry..."

"Huh? You're eating oatmeal porridge?"

Yan Huan stared at the woman and asked:

Do you usually eat breakfast or dinner?

"Of course, I'll eat whenever I want!" the woman smiled. "It's just food, why be so particular about the time?"

"Who exactly are you?" Xia Die asked seriously. "Keep your distance and reveal your identity, or you'll face the consequences."

"Oh?"

"This is the aura of Cenatos..."

The woman stared at Xia Die, seemingly intrigued.

“I recognize you; the goddess of death of Aedria is renowned.”

Xia Die's gaze was sharp. "Since you understand, then stop challenging the authority of [death]—answer my question."

"Hehe, all bared and claws, so cute..." the woman smiled calmly.

“Call me Calypso, and on behalf of the Seven Sages and the Lotus Food School, I extend my greetings to you all.”

“I understand the logic.” Yan Huan reached out and passed through the woman’s transparent body. “But are you a ghost?”

"Be careful." Xia Die quickly pulled Yan Huan back, her expression wary.

"Although the owner of the Lotus Food School has never shown his true face, this person should not be trusted easily."

"Yinwei was unable to detect her presence just now. If it really is a phantom made of illusion, it is too bizarre."

"But if it's someone who's already passed away, I should be able to sense it..."

"Please let me examine her."

Seeing Xia Die approaching her, the woman smiled faintly:

"Gentlemen, would you mind if I joined this spy operation as well?"

"Let's skip it," Xia Die shook her head.

"To want to join our conversation without even revealing your true form is a bit too intimate."

"If this is considered intimacy... then as the Goddess of Death, aren't you afraid of harming this human being by casually touching his body?" the woman smiled.

"I'm fine."

Yan Huan jumped up and down twice.

"Maybe it's because I'm not human, just like you."

"Ha, this child... I hadn't even noticed him yet."

The woman curiously examined Yan Huan's body.

"What unparalleled alchemy this is, to be able to create such a puppet that is indistinguishable from a human."

"Fun, interesting..."

"When everything has settled down, may I invite you to discuss the true meaning of life together?"

"Please don't try to get too close to me." Xia Die frowned slightly.

"Next, I will ask you questions, and please answer them truthfully—if you can answer them fluently, then we will temporarily consider you not an enemy."

"A quiz?" The woman raised an eyebrow. "Very well, I like it, please~"

Xia Die: "What was the topic of the final round of the 752nd Debate Competition?"

Woman: "Should a flying arrow be in motion or at rest?"

Xia Die: "Who is the representative of your school of thought?"

Woman: "Medea, against the White Evil of the Societies."

Xia Die: "Who is the winner?"

Woman: "No one won—because that debate was never held."

"What I just described was the results of the previous competition. The winner was Bai E, who has won the debate championship for ten consecutive years."

"Furthermore, to dispel your doubts, I'll add an even more useful piece of information than that grand debate—"

She glanced at the two of them, her expression amused.

"The Xia of the School of Wisdom was not yet dead, and I have saved him. He is now recuperating well at the Throne of Enlightenment... How is it? Are you satisfied?"

"..." Xia Die fell silent.

The woman immediately became smug. "Haha, this dumbfounded look... is even more adorable than before."

As the saying goes, seeing is believing.

"Please come with me, and let's go take a look at the throne."

Xia Die remained vigilant, "...I will keep an eye on you at all times."

"Wow, it's an honor." The woman smiled calmly, then looked at Yan Huan behind her.

“You should learn from your compatriots; look how relaxed he is…”

Xia Die sniffed the air, then turned her head away.

By this time, the aroma of instant noodles had already filled the air. Yan Huan squatted beside the stone stool, silently waiting for the noodles to be ready.

"Ok?"

Noticing their gazes, Yan Huan looked up.

"Have you finished talking?"

"I thought I'd have to wait a while..."

"Oh my, what an enticing aroma! If I were here, I would love to snatch it from you..."

The woman smiled faintly.

"Did you not see the devastation outside before you came in? How could you still have the leisure to eat noodles?"

"I saw it, but that doesn't stop me from craving it."

Picking up the instant noodle cup, Yan Huan held a fork and slurped as she walked.

Seeing this, Xia Die asked the woman:

"Where should we go next?"

The woman looked at the waterwheel not far away, "As long as the waterwheel turns, we can climb the steps."

"As for how to make it work... the answer is to awaken the heart behind me."

In the center of the space, there is an upside-down red flower bud that looks like a stalactite, and it does indeed look like a heart.

"How do you awaken him? With love?" Yan Huan asked curiously.

"You can give it a try," the woman said with a smile.

Chapter 1278 How Old Are You

"pat-"

The broth from the instant noodles spilled onto the flower buds and dripped down from mid-air.

woman:"……"

Yan Huan: "Doesn't it like instant noodles?"

Woman: "It might be because of poor health."

"Do you see that shallow pond over there?"

She smiled slightly.

“The water lilies that grow there were first watered by Cecis with tears and nurtured by Meneta with the love of friendship, a token of eternal companionship between the two gods.”

"Please, you two, cross the deep well and bring me the [Golden Branch Oath], that will be enough."

Xia Die remained wary. "You can take it, but please don't have any other plans."

The woman stared at Xia Die, pouting, looking very aggrieved.

"Alas, I have relieved your worries and solved your problems, yet I receive no reward?"