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    Star Rail, My Little Shop on the Train 85

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    Chapter 85, Kafka: Star, Long Time No See.

    2025-01-21

    Chapter 85, Kafka: Star, Long Time No See.

    The Madame frowned upon hearing this.

    “You’ve encountered something even more terrifying?”

    The Young Master chuckled wryly and shook his head.

    “Of course. Do you understand that feeling? You give it your all, yet the opponent plays as if it’s a game. Just one strike, and you’re defeated? That’s right, I’ve experienced it. It was a complete power crush, something no skill could compensate for.”

    The Young Master couldn’t help but recall his encounter with the girl wielding the great fiery sword. In the end, as she left, the profound disappointment in her gaze… A disappointment in his strength. She probably thought he was strong, only to discover the truth after the fight.

    Seeing the Madame had awakened, the Young Master rose, preparing to return to his room to rest.

    “You should rest and recover here. I’ll go back and rest. I think we should put the Liyue mission on hold for now, and first get a better understanding of the situation in Liyue. What do you think?”

    The Madame nodded in agreement.

    “You’re right.”

    Obviously, after receiving a good beating, the Madame had become considerably more subdued, at least not as arrogant as she was in Mondstadt.

    On the other side.

    Aboard the Luofu Xianzhou.

    Star, March 7th, and Welt had successfully tracked down Kafka.

    After a brief exchange, Fu Xuan of the Taibusi appeared.

    Fu Xuan activated her Dharma Eye, altering the trajectory of every bullet Kafka fired.

    The Dharma Eye dimmed, and Fu Xuan landed. Not a single bullet fired by Kafka had hit her.

    Kafka tossed her submachine gun aside.

    “I lose.”

    Fu Xuan ordered her Yunqi to apprehend Kafka.

    Fu Xuan looked at Star, March 7th, and Welt. These three were the people the General had assigned? The General had entrusted such an important matter to a few outsiders.

    “Your mission is complete. If you have any questions for Kafka, you can go to the Taibusi.”

    With that, Fu Xuan left with the Yunqi escorting Kafka.

    Star, March 7th, and Welt considered their options and decided to question Kafka; she certainly knew a lot.

    Then.

    The three took a Star Raft to Chang Le Tian. Fu Xuan had arranged for someone to meet them there.

    As soon as they arrived at the square, a wave of screams erupted from the crowd ahead.

    “Run!!! Run away! It’s the Mo Yin Shen!!!”

    The crowd instantly panicked, scattering in all directions.

    Star immediately drew the Heavenly Fire Judgment and charged towards the scene.

    A group of Yunqi, who had just been afflicted with the Mo Yin Shen (a state of demonic possession), were chasing and attacking the surrounding residents.

    Seeing this, Star quickly intervened. Because they were in a bustling marketplace with many ordinary people, Star restrained herself, only adding a layer of flames to the Heavenly Fire Judgment, slaying the Mo Yin Shen one by one.

    Welt and March 7th quickly joined the fray.

    Thanks to their efforts, the riot was quickly quelled.

    At this time.

    In the original story, Star and the others would encounter Bailu here. With Bailu’s healing abilities, there shouldn’t have been so many Mo Yin Shen.

    After ending the riot, the trio quickly found their designated contact.

    Qingque, while playing mahjong, said,

    “Don’t worry, esteemed guests, just let me finish this round, and I’ll take you there.”

    March 7th looked at Qingque’s mahjong game, then at the site of the recent Mo Yin Shen riot.

    *This* girl is so nonchalant! It’s so close to where the riot just happened! She’s not even running away, and she still has the mood to play Di Yuan Qiong Yu (a type of mahjong)?

    “Weren’t you scared just now?” March 7th curiously asked.

    Qingque waved her hand dismissively.

    “This is Chang Le Tian; there are many Yunqi stationed here. Even if it weren’t for you esteemed guests’ intervention, the nearby Yunqi would have quickly suppressed it. Don’t worry.”

    March 7th looked around and saw that indeed, many more Yunqi had appeared – all within just a few minutes.

    Star, seeing the Di Yuan Qiong Yu that Qingque was playing, suddenly became interested.

    Star leaned over to Qingque.

    “Qingque, how do you play this? I find it quite interesting.”

    Qingque was surprised. This esteemed guest was actually interested in Di Yuan Qiong Yu.

    “What is the esteemed guest’s name?”

    Star puffed out his chest.

    “I am the Galaxy Heavenly Fire Hero!”

    Qingque raised an eyebrow; this guest had a good sense of humor.

    Soon, the round ended, and Qingque stood up.

    “When you’re free, I can teach you, how about that?”

    Star immediately agreed.

    “No problem, tonight? Are you free?”

    Qingque pondered.

    “Okay, I’ll bring a Di Yuan Qiong Yu set to find you then.”

    Seeing the two exchange contact information, Welt said,

    “Qingque, let’s go to the Taibusi first. We need to attend to important business.”

    Qingque nodded contentedly.

    “No problem, esteemed guests, this way please.”

    Qingque led the three to the Taibusi via Star Raft.

    After repairing the large formation, Fu Xuan initiated a memory retrieval on Kafka.

    Upon learning the truth behind Kafka’s arrival at Luofu, Fu Xuan was deeply shocked.

    “It… it’s because of this?! It’s utterly absurd!”

    Fu Xuan turned to Star.

    “Ask any questions you have. I have something to attend to and will leave first.”

    March 7th and Welt looked at Star, deciding to let him ask the questions. Judging by Star’s reaction, it was clear they knew Kafka previously. During the chase earlier, Star hadn’t even used his full power. If Star had used his full strength and activated the Heavenly Fire Judgment’s annihilation mode, Kafka would have been captured instantly.

    Star approached Kafka, looking at the familiar face.

    “Long time no see.”

    Kafka smiled slightly.

    “Long time no see, Star. How have you been lately?”

    Star thought for a moment, then smiled.

    “Very well. I’ve met many new friends – March, Dan Heng, Seele, Uncle Yang, Ye Yun, Venti, Lumine… And recently, I’ve eaten a lot of delicious food. Ye Yun keeps coming up with new dishes for us, especially the Mala Xiang Guo (spicy stir-fry), my favorite! Hee hee.”

    Kafka felt relieved upon hearing Star happily recounting his wonderful time.

    Then, Star suddenly remembered his purpose.

    “Kafka, why did you lure us to the Xianzhou?”

    Kafka smiled and said,

    “Star, what if I told you that even Star Gods can die? Would you believe me?”

    Star nodded.

    “Yes, Ye Yun told me that Star Gods are just insignificant little characters in the countless worlds.”

    Kafka nodded.

    “In the scenario chosen by Aelio, the Hunt is an indispensable force. Therefore, I brought you here so that you could help Luofu and forge an alliance. Only in this way can we reach the best possible ending.

    Alright, I’ve said all I need to. I have other things to do. See you in the future.”

    Having said that, Kafka suddenly broke free from her restraints and walked towards the edge of the platform.

    Star was about to chase after her when Blade suddenly appeared, blocking Star’s path.

    Looking at the Jianmu (the mythical World Tree) in the distance, Kafka murmured,

    “The show is about to begin, Blade. Let’s go. We have work to do.”

    With that, Kafka fell, with Blade following closely behind.

    Star, March 7th, and Welt rushed to the edge, and suddenly the ground shook violently.

    The three stared in disbelief at the distance.

    The Jianmu was growing wildly, its thick vines wildly destroying the surrounding subworlds.

    Star looked at the Jianmu in the distance and suddenly had an idea.

    *Could this Jianmu withstand one of my annihilation attacks?*

    Star thought for a moment and decided to test it.

    March 7th saw Star take out the Heavenly Fire Judgment, and immediately guessed his intentions.

    “Star! Wait! That attack is too powerful! There are many people here!”

    Star recalled the destruction he caused in Belobog, and put away the Heavenly Fire Judgment.

    Today’s 8000 words are complete. Please vote with your monthly tickets, everyone!

    (End of Chapter)

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