Starry Sky Railway: Twin Origins

Chapter 187 Divine Grace Barrier

After acquiring the watchmaker's legacy from Liumeng Reef.

Lin Qiong and the others then prepared to proceed as planned to the location of the "Star Core"—the Pinocchio Grand Theatre.

However, before that...

On March 7th, it was suddenly suggested that we first go to Hot Sands to participate in a grand audition sponsored by Sulphurda soda.

According to her, if she could win first place in the audition, she would qualify directly for the Pinocchio Grand Theatre.

"Is this... really reliable?" Xing asked hesitantly.

March 7th smiled confidently and patted his chest, assuring everyone, "Don't worry, I remember the contents of the poster perfectly clearly, there's absolutely no mistake."

Then.

After some discussion, the group decided to head to Hot Sands Moment to participate in the auditions.

After all, this is a rare shortcut directly to the Pinocchio Grand Theatre.

......

Lin Qiong and his group participated in the competition.

The winner of this grand event's preliminary rounds is practically decided, with Lin Qiong and his team securing the top spot without any doubt.

The moment the news of the victory was announced by the host in an impassioned voice, the audience's enthusiastic cheers and thunderous applause surged forth like a tidal wave.

However, Lin Qiong and his team had no time to bask in the joy of victory.

Their true purpose in coming here is to seal the "Star Core" and stop the family's conspiracy.

Lin Qiong and his group continued walking along the brightly lit "Superstar Road" to the deepest part of the audition venue.

Here, they met an acquaintance they had parted ways with not long ago—Sunday.

"Clap clap clap."

Amidst a few rounds of crisp applause, Sunday, with a smile on her face, gracefully rose from her seat and slowly walked to Lin Qiong and the others, saying:

"Congratulations to the stars of this grand celebration of music and music. Before you enter the Grand Theater, on behalf of the organizers, I would like to extend my sincere congratulations to you all. May you enjoy joy under the spotlight."

His appearance here on Sunday was quite unexpected for everyone.

After all, they had only recently parted ways at Liumeng Reef...

“Mr. Sunday, what are you doing here? Where are our companions?”

Himeko frowned slightly, her gaze sweeping around, while the briefcase in her hand had somehow transformed into a monomolecular saw, which she gripped tightly.

"Miss Himeko, please calm down."

On Sunday, he smiled slightly and raised his hands to show that he meant no harm.

"Just recently, my sister, Mr. Walter, and I met with the dreamer and had an in-depth discussion with him about the truth behind Pinocene and the 'Star Core.'"

"And then, did the Dream Master agree to let us seal the 'Star Core' in the Grand Theater?" March 7th couldn't help but ask.

“I’m sorry,” Sunday shook his head. “The Dreamer, myself, and the entire Oak family have reached a consensus. We all agree that Pinocchio currently needs a ‘Star Core’ to maintain ‘order’…”

"Oh dear, after all that talk, you just disagree, right?" Lin Qiong interrupted Sunday's long-winded speech.

Sunday paused for a moment, then nodded in agreement:

“That’s right. Pinocchio must not repeat the mistakes of the past and return to that chaotic, lawless dreamland.”

"Only by embracing 'order' can people escape the law of the jungle, and only in that paradise called 'dream' can people escape the suffering of reality and live happily ever after."

At this point, Sunday paused briefly, glancing at the expressions on everyone's faces in the room.

Seeing the solemn expressions on Lin Qiong's and the others' faces, Sunday took a deep breath and continued:

“I know that everyone on the Star Train does not agree with this method, but for the future of Pinocone, I am willing to pay any price.”

"Even if it means going against the Star Train?" Himeko asked in a deep voice.

He remained silent for a moment after being asked the question.

Then, under everyone's gaze, he nodded firmly, "If things really develop to that point, I will never back down."

"I have a question. Mr. Walter... you didn't do anything to him, did you?" Xing couldn't contain her curiosity and raised her hand to ask.

"Don't worry, he's fine. I just gave him some time to reflect on his fate," Sunday replied.

Upon hearing this, Lin Qiong and Xing exchanged a smile, and then the two of them took a step forward in unison.

"Then there's nothing more to say. Since Mikhail left us two gifts, we can't let him down."

As Lin Qiong spoke, he summoned Judah and had him stand beside him.

The gold-plated cross shone with a sacred radiance under the lights.

“That’s right, the Pinocchio in Mikhail’s dream definitely doesn’t belong to ‘Order’.”

Xing continued Lin Qiong's words, slowly pressing the watchmaker's hat onto his head, while the golden eyes under the brim revealed an unprecedented determination.

The moment the two finished speaking.

A ripple began to appear in the deepest part of the audition venue.

An indescribable power emerged out of nowhere, as if some powerful being was watching over this place.

A phrase, seemingly recited by millions, echoed in everyone's ears:

"Accept all things, merge with all things. We are the stars in the sky. Whether good or bad, regardless of race or location, as long as we coexist, we should harmoniously enjoy this same starry sky."

This was the voice of Hippe, the star god of harmony, who cast a glance toward Pinocchio.

"...That star god actually cast a glance at me at this moment. Is it a resonance from the legacy of 'Pioneering'?"

On Sunday, he looked at Lin Qiong and Xing with a serious expression, as if he realized the seriousness of the situation.

"Hey, Sunday, your real body... isn't actually here, is it?"

Lin Qiong grinned, a hint of cunning in his eyes, and tentatively posed the question to Sunday.

Upon hearing this on Sunday, he was slightly startled, but quickly regained his composure and replied:

"I'm sorry, I don't quite understand what you mean. I'm standing right in front of you right now..."

Before the words were finished...

Lin Qiong waved his hand, interrupting him first: "Alright, no need to explain, the answer to this question will be revealed soon."

After saying that, Lin Qiong raised his hand and placed it on the center of the cross beside him, and continued with a smile: "Because the omnipotent Judas is about to show his true power."

As the words fell, a powerful beam of light burst forth from the cracks in the cross.

The cross began to slowly deform, and two wing-like receivers popped out from the sides.

In the center, a gear-shaped semicircle extends out, with a gleaming golden spear inlaid on the tip of each tooth.

Seeing this, Sunday's eyes flashed with surprise; he had never seen such a peculiar weapon before.

He could even sense that the cross contained some kind of powerful force.

at the same time.

Countless golden chains and gears began to appear around Lin Qiong. Like the intricate mechanical parts inside a clock, they interlocked and rotated steadily in mid-air.

As these chains and gears multiplied and gradually surrounded the entire audition venue, the process continued.

Lin Qiong slowly recited the liberation slogan:

"The Oath of Judah, Zeroth Rated Power Unleashed—Divine Grace Barrier!!"