Starry Sky Railway: Opening Performance - Taixu Sword God

After passing through the building, the four arrived at an open-air platform.

The sky here is pale purple, and posters of robins float on the screen.

Edien turned around and looked at everyone:

“Unknown guests, your arrival reminds me of the grand occasion when Pinocchio was first built.”

"Back then, I was just a young lad. I saw the [Watchmaker] advertisement and left my hometown with a heart full of enthusiasm to come here and make my first fortune."

"One day, I fainted due to heavy labor, but Mr. Susa's drink saved my life."

"That sweet taste has been imprinted in my mind ever since, driving me to create the Sulfa™ that I am today!"

"The era of pursuing dreams is truly magical."

“I miss that era, and I miss the watchmakers. This hot sand venue is a tribute to that era full of possibilities.”

"I sincerely wish you success in going all the way to the end and becoming the next generation of Pinocchio superstars!"

"So... is there anything else you'd like to say before the official start of the competition?"

Immediately, Yan Huan looked at the camera and shouted:

"Yinzhi, listen to me! Your acting skills are terrible!"

Fireflies also pointed to the camera and chimed in:

"Brother of brothers!"

"Second Uncle, give the audience in front of the screen a performance!"

"Hey!" Upon hearing this, Liu Ying immediately did a backflip in front of the camera.

Yan Huan blocked the camera again, declaring war:

"I'll be waiting for you at the finals. If you dare, come and challenge us!"

Edien nodded and commented:

"Great, that's very spirited! They've actually declared war on the most popular contestant again!"

He looked at the fireflies:

"Miss Firefly, what about you?"

"Me?" Liu Ying looked at the camera:

"I hope... everything goes well."

Edwin praised:

"Haha, so simple and unpretentious."

He then looked at March 7th:

"And you, Miss March?"

"As for me... hey, I believe we'll definitely win!" March 7th was very confident:

"Honestly, I think my acting skills are no worse than anyone else's. If I hadn't gotten on the train, I might have been an idol too!"

"Good, very ambitious!" Edien gave March 7th a thumbs up, then looked at Himeko:

"Where is Miss Himeko?"

Himeko looked at the camera and smiled faintly:

"Safety first."

Edien nodded, satisfied.

"Hahaha... What simple yet heartwarming words."

"What awaits you are three challenges, each of which is related to that era."

"The first two levels each offer two routes for you to choose from, and each route presents a unique challenge!"

"And the final challenge... you will face a champion who has held the title until now, and his identity will not disappoint you!"

"The rules are that simple, do you warriors understand?"

Seeing that all four nodded, Edien then spoke:

"Therefore, I hereby declare the 20th Annual 33rd Hot Sand Festival, sponsored by Sulta™ Ltd., officially open!"

Chapter 734 If you have a dream, then come?

After Edion left, Himeko said to everyone:

"Ladies and gentlemen, the time for the [Harmonious Music Ceremony] is getting closer and closer. We must reach the finish line as soon as possible."

"Considering both efficiency and safety, operating in pairs is the best option."

Himeko looked at Yan Huan:

“March and I haven’t known Miss Liuying for long, and we’re not familiar with each other yet… Yan Huan, it might be more prudent for you to partner with her.”

March 7th nodded hurriedly:

"I have no objection, let's do it this way!"

Fireflies nodded in agreement:

"That's okay with me too."

Yan Huan looked at Liu Ying and asked:

"Second Uncle, how's your acting? Don't drag me down!"

Liu Ying raised her hand and clenched her fist, giving Yan Huan a firm look: "I...I think my acting skills are alright."

Himeko smiled with satisfaction:

"Let's divide into groups like this, everyone hurry up."

At this point, the four people were divided into two groups.

After Himeko and March 7 left, Yan Huan and Liu Ying came to the guide as a team.

The guide smiled and said:

"Welcome to the first stage of the 22nd Annual 33rd Hot Sand Festival, sponsored by Sulta™ Ltd.: [Dream Battle]!"

"In this level, you can choose between the [Acting Talent] or [Action Talent] challenges."

"In the [Acting Talent] Challenge, you need to perform based on three scripts and impress the current judges."

"In the [Action Challenge], you need to cleanly defeat three groups of enemies and reach the finish line."

"Now—begin your selection!"

After the guide finished his introduction, he slowly stepped aside to make way for the two people.

At the end of the road is a giant marble, with a small door next to it that allows two people to enter.

Clearly, that was the means of transportation to the next competition venue.

"...Action-oriented."

Upon hearing that a fight could be the solution, Firefly immediately suggested:

"Why don't we choose an action-packed challenge? I'm confident in our fighting abilities..."

"What? That won't do!" Yan Huan rejected the proposal outright.

"They've all come to the talent show, what kind of behavior is this, fighting and killing each other?"

He rushed forward, entered the marbles, and pressed the button to enter the acting arena first.

"..."

……

A competition for acting talent.

As soon as the two stepped off the pachinko machine, they heard enthusiastic announcements over the loudspeaker.

"A grand stage for dreams, come and join us! Welcome to the [Acting Talent] stage!"

The rousing music around us was exhilarating, and even the fireflies were getting excited.

"Please step onto the stage and move the judges with your heartfelt performance!"

"Pinocone's next Galaxy Star—is you!"

The two walked on the red carpet, where a guide led them to the end.

The guide bowed to the two of them.

"Esteemed contestants, I will now explain the rules of this round to you."

There are three stages in front of us.

“You can get a script outline on every stage.”

"These three scripts were all written by the film mogul [The Watchmaker], depicting various anecdotes from the Pinocchio pioneer era."

The guide looked at the two people:

"You need to imagine the scene, say the right lines, and give an appropriate performance so that the judges can feel the emotions that the script wants to convey."

I wish you all the best in achieving your goals!

"By the way, the highest score record for this level was set by a red-haired contestant."

"His superb acting skills even brought tears to the eyes of the most demanding judges, who highly praised him, saying, '[It doesn't seem like acting!]'"

Liu Ying gave an awkward laugh, then looked at Yan:

"Well... let's finish this quickly."

"Right on my mind!"

The two continued forward and arrived at the stage for the first performance.