Starry Sky Railway: Starting with a furious outburst at Aha

Chapter 138 Memorial Service

"......you're right."

Zhou Yuan remained silent and retreated to the rear, watching as his "tribute" piled up until it reached the limit of the Star Chariot's capacity.

The starship slowly departed from the ferry and merged into the many starships.

Zhou Yuan took out his phone, wanting to take a picture of the Star Chariot's appearance and ask the Pure Beauty Knights to intercept it.

It wasn't that he wanted to eat the offerings anymore; the main problem was something he just couldn't let go of—the Fool's Mask!

This is really a good thing.

Not only can it change its appearance at will, but it also does not consume any energy in its body.

Zhou Yuan even suspected that Aha had given the mask special permissions, allowing it to directly draw upon His power from Destiny for human use.

In comparison, Zhou Yuan's current Pure Beauty Disguise, while flawless, consumes Pure Beauty power!

Zhou Yuan estimated that the pure energy within his body could only last for another month at most.

At that time, not only will the countless beautiful techniques in my memory be unusable, but I will also be exposed!

This is absolutely unacceptable!

But just as he raised his phone, a gust of wind suddenly arose around him.

A figure suddenly appeared before him, causing Zhou Yuan to stop in his tracks.

The newcomer had flowing white hair, sharp fox ears that stood up high, and wore an exquisite azure battle robe. He was heroic and dignified, and his every glance exuded majesty. He was none other than Fei Xiao, the Heavenly Strike General of the Yaoqing Immortal Ship!

She glanced around, then fixed her cold gaze on Zhou Yuan:

"Who is this?"

“Oh, let me introduce you,” March 7th stepped forward, “This is Mr. Fang Zheng of the Pure Beauty Knights. He has only recently arrived at the Immortal Ship and is here to mourn Zhou Yuan.”

“Mr. Fang Zheng, this is Yao Qing’s Flying Sky General.”

"So it's General Tianji. I've long admired your name," Zhou Yuan said with a smile, feigning realization. "Just as the rumors say, General's skills are as swift as lightning, making it difficult for anyone to react."

"So that's how it is... I was overthinking it." Fei Xiao nodded in acknowledgment and looked at the starship outside. "Now that the immortal ships are a mixed bag, we have to be cautious. I apologize."

"Of course," Zhou Yuan said.

"Thank you for your understanding." After saying that, Fei Xiao suddenly disappeared from the spot, his speed so fast that Zhou Yuan couldn't help but gasp.

"If I don't activate the Destruction Domain, I'm afraid I won't be able to defeat her."

Zhou Yuan completely abandoned his plan to take photos secretly.

He hadn't noticed before Feixiao reminded him, but now that he looked around, he realized that many of the people around him looked like plainclothes Cloud Cavalrymen, with one almost every ten meters. Their demeanor was quite different from the others, a clear indication of their training in the Cloud Cavalry.

In this situation, taking photos secretly would almost confirm that one has a problem.

With the topic of conversation dwindling, everyone gradually quieted down, lowering their heads and lost in their own thoughts.

At that moment, a person suddenly squeezed out from the noisy crowd and stood among them.

Everyone looked over and saw a boy of about seventeen years old smiling and bowing to them.

"Hello, everyone on the Starry Sky Train."

"Who are you?" March 7th asked.

"I am Bai Liang, the author of this book," the young man said, neither humble nor arrogant, facing the gazes of the crowd. "Have you all heard of the author of this book?"

"Our goal is to compile the glorious experiences of all great figures into a book, so that it can be preserved for a long time and even spread throughout the world."

"The author? I've heard of him," Walter pondered. "You've come for Zhou Yuan?"

“Exactly,” the young Bai Liang nodded. “His actions are admirable, and I really can’t bear to let his memories be erased.”

"You mean to write his memories into a book?" March 7th asked. "But he's already dead."

“Actually, it doesn’t matter,” Bai Liang said. “Our memories are like seawater, floating on the ocean of memory matter. The thoughts of living beings will stir up their own memories, turning them into waves on the ocean of memory matter.”

"Memories that are not influenced by thoughts will gradually sink into obscurity."

"What I need to do is dive into the ocean and 'salvage' the lost memories."

"So that's how it is..." March 7 listened intently, glancing at her companions with a questioning look, and seemed somewhat interested.

"You say you are the author, how can you prove it?" Walter asked again.

“It’s very simple.” Bai Liang rolled up his sleeves, revealing that his arm, which was covered by clothing, was completely black, like a dead, silent universe.

Looking at that severed arm was like staring into a spinning black hole; people couldn't help but look into it, and they quickly shook their heads to stop looking.

“Only by making myself nothing can I remain unaffected by the other memories in the ocean of memories… Is this proof enough?” Bai Liang said with a faint smile. “Please rest assured, everyone. I did not come for Zhou Yuan’s so-called miraculous techniques. That would only make me disappear faster and then die.”

"After the book is completed, I will erase all related memories and give you the original copy. You can decide whether to keep it or circulate it."

Upon hearing this, everyone fell into thought.

Yinzhi suddenly spoke up:

"Everyone, I believe in this Mr. Bai Liang."

"In him, I saw the radiance of pure beauty. He was a courageous seeker of the truth, and everything he said and did was pure and beautiful."

Yinzhi's eyes were sincere, and her words were full of respect.

“The author of the book... nothingness…” Zhou Yuan was pondering when he noticed everyone’s gaze on him, and he was taken aback.

Combining Silver Branch's words, he quickly connected everything.

"Could it be that the Pure Knight can discern good from evil in others? Why couldn't I do that before?"

"According to him, the memories of the living float on an ocean of memory matter, so my memories won't sink, and he definitely won't find anything..."

After a moment of contemplation, Zhou Yuan nodded in agreement:

"Yinzhi is right."

With the approval of the two pure and beautiful knights, everyone finally lowered their guard against Bai Liang.

“No problem, do you need our help?” Walter asked.

"The memories in the Ocean of Memories are fragmented. I need items that have been imbued with Zhou Yuan's aura for a long time to help me find his memories."

Upon hearing Bai Liang's request, Xing hesitated before taking off the top hat from her head:

"You...shouldn't you return this?"

"Don't worry, I just need a moment to get used to the scent."

Bai Liang smiled as he accepted the top hat, and returned it to Xing a few minutes later.

"Gentlemen, this is my address. I will dive into the Ocean of Memories from there."

He gave an address, smiled and said goodbye to everyone, and quickly walked back into the crowd.

Everyone sighed as he left.

"Void...this child is still so young." Himeko sighed.

“Every power comes at a price,” Walter said, lost in thought. “He probably…”

A few more moments passed, and the memorial service finally began.

A group of cloud riders, each holding a jade halberd, filed in from all sides. A circular platform was set up in the center of the crowd. The Grand Diviner Fu Xuan slowly stepped forward and spoke softly, his voice resounding throughout the immortal ship through the loudspeaker.

"Ladies and gentlemen, this memorial service is to commemorate all our comrades who perished in the 'Star Howl Calamity.' Let us play mournful music for them, hoping that they may become the spring breeze and stay with us forever!"

Oh oh oh!

As the funeral music began, accompanied by the waving of jade halberds in the hands of the cloud riders, a sense of desolation arose spontaneously.

The thousands of starships docked at the port slowly started up, and led by the starship representing Zhou Yuan, they headed towards the distant, shimmering stars in the sky.

Everyone present, including those watching the live stream, was completely absorbed in the music; no one spoke except for the music.

They paid the highest tribute to the deceased.

The funeral music stopped and the crowd gradually returned to normal only after the starry raft disappeared into the sky as a tiny dot.

At that moment, another piece of music started playing.

It was "As You Wish," a song Zhou Yuan had previously written for Chunmi.

"You are the long road, the light in the thick fog at night."

"I am a child, walking in your eyes."

"You are the bright moon and the breeze, and I am the dream you care for."

"Whether we meet or not, I will spend my whole life embracing you."

......

Zhou Yuan's rich voice, skillfully crafted, brought out the song's emotions without reservation. In an instant, the square was abuzz with excitement as people realized how fitting the song was for the moment, as if they were bidding farewell to the deceased.

Gradually, people began to spontaneously sing along.

"And I will love the world you love, and wish you the smiles you desire."

"I am holding your hand, please take me to tomorrow."

......

Xing sang and cried, sobbing uncontrollably, and hugged March 7th.

In the crowd, a robin's eyes inexplicably welled up with tears, and it softly sang along: "The mountains and rivers are safe and sound, the fireworks are as usual, but your long-awaited gaze is finally fulfilled..."

suddenly.

Amidst the sorrow, a flash of light appeared on the horizon, followed by an explosion.

A piercing alarm immediately sounded on the fairy ship.

People watched in real-time on camera as a starship commemorating the deceased was struck by a streak of light and exploded on the spot.

Several mysterious figures rushed toward the star raft representing Zhou Yuan.

There really was someone who dared to attack Zhou Yuan's relics at such an important occasion, when the Immortal Boat Alliance was gathered!

Instantly, the crowd was enraged, almost turning the fairy boat upside down.