Star Railway: I'm developing the Star Railway mobile game at my company.

At this moment, the gold deposits are on the verge of collapse due to the influence of homogeneity, but fortunately, this section of the road has come to an end.

Little Kakavasya seemed a little reluctant to part with her.

It's a pity I couldn't get to know you better. We have to say goodbye. Did you have a good time?

Are you... going back?

Facing this child of his own kind, Sajin once again revealed a gentle smile.

Little Kakavasya said that the sky was overcast and he should go home.

Where is your home?

Little Kakavasya lowered his head and thought for a while.

[It's a strange question. Home is where Dad, Mom, and my sister are... right here in this dream.]

The innocent tone of the voice caused Sand Gold to sigh, and even the audience felt a sense of unease.

"Waaaaah, where is my home anymore!"

"Seeing him with that expression really breaks my heart and makes me feel so sad!"

"One rooftop gold-plated chef!"

This amusement park, this beautiful dream, is so peaceful; everyone loves it. But sir, why don't you like it?

After a moment of silence, Sand Gold replied.

...because they are not here.

Where are they?

At this moment, Phantom Gold Dust and Little Kakavasya appear simultaneously, attempting to assimilate the Gold Dust and keep it forever in the Harmonious Dream.

You'll gradually realize that the answer is meaningless.

Admit it, you're tired.

We're all tired, so we've decided to stay here—me...and him, your past...and your future.

Forever, we will stay with you, forever in this dream.

This is the greatest respect we can offer to those who have resolved to face death.

In the eyes of the phantom gold dust, the embodiment of harmony, only by indulging in beautiful dreams can this gambler, who always uses his life as a bargaining chip and constantly pursues death, find his best destiny.

This isn't the first time... This is your specialty, and the method you crave most. This farce began with a death, and it will end with a death as well.

It must have been tough.

The sudden change in attitude was also because the phantom gold gave birth to the self of gold, and realized that it would be extremely difficult to take back the chips that had been thrown.

You always win, you've never lost—but why you? Why...of course it has to be you?

If the miracle of a lucky person is built entirely on the misfortune of all those he loves, and even more... if every rain you bring never symbolizes the forgiveness and grace of Goddess Mother, but rather a series of meaningless deaths...

How many mistakes did we make to be born into this world?

These words also represent the unresolved issue that has always troubled Sand Gold; perhaps only by reaching that final destination can the answer be found.

In your final moments, say a proper goodbye to this child, and try not to let yourself...

[...I would die without regret.]

Subsequently, Phantom Gold Sand chose not to persuade Gold Sand Sand and said that he would wait for him ahead.

With only little Kakavasya remaining, he looked toward the gold dust.

Could you take a picture of me? Just to keep a memento.

So little Kakavasya stood alone in the backdrop of the group photo and had Sand Gold take a picture of him.

[That's great, now I can see my own reflection.]

Next time you take a photo, remember to look at the camera; your expression will look more natural.

This simple sentence made the audience understand.

"So it took him a long time to realize he saw what he looked like as a child, because he didn't have a chance to look in a mirror when he was little...?"

"Because it never rains in Tsigania, and Sandkin's family couldn't afford a mirror, he didn't know what he looked like..."

"Seeing little Kakawasha standing alone in that backdrop of four people really broke my heart!"

"The tone of the gold dust was incredibly gentle!"

"This can be considered as making up for the regrets of my childhood!"

Finally, Sand Gold indicated that he had one more performance to give.

"Let's go then, I'll take you to the main stage."

【...Um.】

A prop for a commemorative photo that was just taken appears. This photo belongs only to the gold dust, and the caption on it reads: May your tricks never be exposed.

Carry all your sad stories onto the stage, don't be afraid, don't look back.

Arriving in front of a large curtain, it was clear that the gold-plated stage was ahead.

[It's almost time to go on stage, are you ready? Wishing you a successful performance!]

Seeing that Sand Gold seemed a little nervous, Little Kakavasya offered to help.

【Let's exchange palms. If the Mother Goddess protects you, things will be easier for you.】

[Putting our palms together is a small ritual. We press our palms together, recite a prayer to Mother Fingo, and she blesses us.]

If you don't know how, I can teach you.

The boy's innocent words made Sha Jin smile slightly. How could he not know this familiar ritual? Of course he did.

The scene from the past reappears: the older sister is saying her final goodbye to Kakawasha.

We must part ways here, Kakavasya, the Katika people are coming.

Rare torrential rains struck Tzigania, but they brought not hope.

When the real-life gold dust saw this scene, it was as if it had recalled a past event, and its silent eyes were like a pool of stagnant water.

But now, things are different.

Oswaldo, are you ready?

Chapter 273 The show begins

A torrential rain is about to fall, and little Kakawasha is about to be separated from her sister.

Why? The Katikas have already stolen all our money and food, and killed our parents... What else do they want?

The cruel and bloodthirsty Katika people, with the company's indulgence, began to become insatiable.

At that moment, the older sister seemed to realize something as well.

This is a scheme, a revenge plot. Remember? Today is Kakawa Day, and also your birthday.

On this day, the Katika people will appear as usual to destroy and take everything.

But the Katikas don't know that this time we will fight back, and the men in black from the sky are on our side. The Katikas have no chance against them and will surely pay the price for their arrogance.

It sounds like the company's influence is behind this, helping the Evgeny people escape oppression and develop.

But given the current reality, where exactly did things go wrong?

At this moment, it sounds as if the older sister is even looking forward to the arrival of the Katika people and hopes that little Kakavasya's good luck will ensure the success of the plan.

[But...but people will die, and you'll be in danger...This isn't good luck! Why are you doing this...]

For a long time, the blood feud caused by the Katika people has been accumulating, which has driven many Evikin people to seek revenge even at the cost of their lives.

This also included Kakawasha's sister, but she seemed to have anticipated the company's plan and decided to let Kakawasha leave.

As long as you live, the blood of the Evikin will never run dry, so run, Kakawasha, don't be afraid, don't look back.

And we will meet again under the aurora borealis in Kakawa...

Kakawasha's little hand touched her sister's palm.

May Mother Goddess close her eyes for you thrice...

May your blood forever beat...

Always face the journey with equanimity...

[...the trick will never be exposed.]

Goodbye, Kakavasya.

Hearing this blessing again was the last time I saw my sister.

Accompanied by the melancholic and soothing melody in the background music, the audience couldn't help but be moved.

"Waaaaah, I can't take it anymore! Is this what they meant by 'goodbye' in the preview?"

"Goodbye, Kakahuasha!"

"I can't hold back anymore. What follows will likely be that extinction event..."

"No!"

"Why is this happening? Didn't a company step in?"

"Right, with companies from the preservation faction involved, this conflict can't possibly lead to the extinction of the Evgeny, right?"

"The company, hehe."

Although many people still held onto their expectations for the company, the subsequent broadcasts revealed the harsh reality.

[Interstellar Peace News Flash: A spokesperson for the company's marketing department confirmed that a small-scale rebellion broke out in the Tzigania sector, which is currently under control.]

The rebels came from a local clan called the Katika, who had long harbored resentment towards the company and had a serious negative impact on the market development department's work in the area.

The clan launched a massive attack on the Evgeny clan, which was under the protection of the corporation, resulting in 6728 deaths and 3452 missing persons. The wounded have been taken in by the medical aid organization Trauma Front.

The spokesperson expressed deep condolences for this profound humanitarian tragedy and addressed an important message to all interstellar citizens on this matter.

Finally, he stated: "The mighty hammer of preservation will fall upon all life, regardless of birth or death, race or ideology, to defend our fundamental rights that we are born with..."

A righteous and eloquent news broadcast sounded as if the company had once again saved the world.

However, to viewers who have seen the plot, it seems incredibly ironic.

"What the heck is the company doing here?"

"A small-scale rebellion...but for the gold mines, he lost his entire world."

"More than 6,000 people died and more than 3,000 went missing. Is this the reason for the extinction of the Evikin people?"

"This news is the biggest blow I've ever received!"

"Under the company's protection...why didn't the company intervene before!"

"How high-sounding! Protecting her? Didn't the surviving Kakawasha just turn around and be sold into slavery?"

"Is that gold dust now working for our enemy?"

"Every department in the company is."

"I always thought there was something more to it, and wow, it turns out there really is some juicy gossip!"

"This is just a sting operation by the company to get rid of the troublesome Katika people!"

"Tsk tsk tsk, a company that believes in preservation will do something like this to gain market share. If Cripper were to smash Pierpoint with a hammer one day, that would be a real mess!"

"The market development department, huh? They do this kind of thing all the time, it's just that all the negative news about them used to be blocked by the company media."

"Don't be bold, don't release any news that's detrimental to the company!"

"If you still want to spread negative news, the company will just change your synesthetic beacon!"

"It's just that there were Evgeny people who wanted revenge; otherwise, they would have just used overwhelming firepower to indiscriminately annihilate the enemy."

"Is this your method of preservation, Oswald!"

"No wonder he was a complete stranger!"