Xing Tie, my abstract thinking ability is refreshed every week.

"I taught you this not long ago."

With a relieved smile, "Chang Geng" took the pirated patrolman off his shoulder and tossed him to her.

"End my life, then return to sober reality!"

After a moment, Chang Geng put away his smile and said in a tone that left no room for refusal.

He took over the inspection tour on March 7th.

She looked at the "Time-Reversing Strike" in her hand, then at him, as if hesitating whether to use it.

This bullet looks quite valuable.

She had already realized that this place was fake.

Is it possible to escape the predicament using one's own strength without relying on external aids?

"Do you remember what I said before?"

The sound of "Chang Geng" interrupted her thoughts.

"Child, don't be so polite with me!"

"Chang Geng" means there's nothing more to say, so act quickly.

"Bullets aren't protective charms; they're meaningless if you don't use them when you need them!"

The illusion was about to dissipate.

March 7th.

To make up for my earlier out-of-character (OOC) moment, I chose to restore the character design one last time.

Upon hearing this shout, March 7th was stunned for a moment.

She looked at the familiar face before her, a face that was confident yet unassuming.

I knew exactly what he was going to say next.

On March 7th, he took a deep breath and slowly raised the bow.

The "Reverse Strike," transformed into an arrow, was nocked by her with a resolute expression.

She was about to pull the string back.

As I was doing the final work before ejaculation, I felt a strange sensation creep up my hand.

On March 7th, someone noticed and looked up.

Chang Geng's phantom appeared behind her.

His illusory body pressed tightly against her.

He placed his right palm on the back of her hand and his left palm on her arm.

It seemed he was preparing to teach her how to use a bow and arrow step by step.

Just as his first time was taught by "Arashi".

He should have been present to witness the first time on March 7th.

So now he is fulfilling this legacy.

Guided by Venus, the bowstring was drawn on the seventh day of the third month.

The "Counter-Time Strike" arrow strikes the target directly ahead!

Chang Geng simply smiled upon seeing this.

He removed Mikhail's top hat from his head and then threw it back into March 7.

“—Get started!”

The moment he spoke, the arrow shot out.

They alternated with the top hats that were thrown out.

The top hat perfectly shielded March 7 from view, preventing her from witnessing her own demise.

Chang Geng's phantom reached out and caught the top hat.

They brought it back to the head of March 7th once again.

"Chang Geng..."

How are you.

Before the four words were uttered, the phantom vanished into thin air.

He has fulfilled his duties.

Seeing this, March 7th became even more worried about the reality.

Apart from Mikhail, no Pinocchio would expect Chang Geng to save them.

He is at odds with the world.

At least in times like these…

She hoped she could stay by his side.

Even if there's nothing I can do but offer support, as long as he's not left isolated and helpless...

And now even she is trapped in the "Dream of Taiyi".

Doesn't that mean he's the only one still fighting alone in reality?

She wanted to see him... and even more, she wanted to help him...

After this thought popped into my head, the surrounding scenery suddenly changed.

Pinocchio did not return to reality on March 7th.

Instead, they found themselves in a dimly lit space.

The atmosphere here is oppressive, even a bit eerie.

it's here--

She met another version of herself.

"……Who are you?"

Looking at the identical appearance before him, March 7th subconsciously took a step back and asked somewhat fearfully.

"It seems that man is really important to you."

"Forget" chuckled softly, uttering words that seemed nonsensical to her.

If it weren't for her letting us go.

The man-made "Dream of Taiyi" is not worthy of involving March 7th; it would be more appropriate to have the "Order" Star God come in person.

That's why she was willing to let them pass.

She knew perfectly well what she would encounter in the "Dream of Taiyi" on March 7th.

"Forget" wants to see if this man is truly the one she has chosen for her future.

As things stand, yes.

Becoming a "hunting" ranger, just like before, is also a good option.

"Honestly, I didn't expect our first meeting to come so soon."

"Forget" slowly stepped forward, gradually approaching her.

"Dear March 7th?"

She lifted the girl's chin, her lifeless pupils staring directly into those beautiful, clear eyes.

"you know me?"

Upon hearing his name, March 7th subconsciously ignored the ambiguous gestures and asked in a daze.

"Forget" chuckled softly.

"Of course I know you, after all, I am your ever-present night."

Are you... my "past"?

She hesitated for a moment before asking on March 7th, as if she had a premonition.

"Is it important?"

The teasing gesture of "forgetting" stopped, and she intentionally avoided the topic.

"Just know that I have come in response to your wish."

"Can you help Chang Geng?"

Upon hearing this, March 7th instinctively spoke up.

Do you know what situation that man is in right now?

Although I knew why she had come, I was still surprised to hear her mention that man.

"Forgetting" is still somewhat unpleasant.

"He will face the remnant of a 'Star God,' a realm that is absolutely beyond the reach of a 'Commander.'"

She chose to first suppress and then elevate, hoping to gain more status in her heart.

"Ordinary people wouldn't even be qualified to get involved, let alone help him—"

Before she could finish speaking, March 7th interrupted her.

"You can help him, right?"

March 7th interrupted her and spoke again.

The eyes that met "forgetfulness" already held a hint that I could do anything.

"Yes, I can help him."

"Forget it" softened her heart and reluctantly agreed.

"Tell me, how can I help him?"

Ask earnestly on March 7th.

Before discussing methods, have you ever considered the weight of the word "cost"?

"Forget" was mentioned intentionally.

Everything has a price. I can help him, but what price will you have to pay?

March 7th was filled with distress.

The problem isn't the price to pay, but whether I can actually afford it.

"I'll give you everything I have!"

After a while, and after some thought, March 7th spoke up.

This was the only price she could think of, and the highest price she could afford to pay!

"everything?"

"Forget" paused slightly.

I never expected her to be so decisive.

Would someone be willing to give up their own life in order to take on the responsibility of someone else's?

That wretched Chang Geng, look what he's done to her family's March!

Even at the cost of one's life?

"Forget it," she asked, somewhat dejectedly.

On March 7th, there was no hesitation in his eyes; the answer was self-evident.

Even if you will no longer be yourself in the future?

I hesitated a little this time on March 7th.

Perhaps she misses the time she spent with him on the trip.