: Matching newbies with max-level veterans? What kind of insane matchmaking system is this

After Seele's inspiring speech, the underground coalition forces were fully assembled.

Of course, most of them are trustworthy people like members of the Earthfire organization and miners.

Natasha and Oleg weren't foolish enough to bring those unruly, uncontrollable wanderers into the group.

If a fight breaks out, the situation could really get out of control.

Meanwhile, under Walter's leadership, the train crew was ready to return to the upper level and confront Cocolia.

After a fierce internal struggle, Bronya decided to go back alone to persuade her mother.

But Xi Yao stopped him.

The reason is also very simple.

First of all, Cocolia has already betrayed the Star Core, so there's no need to persuade her otherwise.

Secondly, how am I supposed to support the Blue Ocean team now that you're gone?

Finally, after being persuaded by Xi Yao and hope Er, Bronya agreed to join the others.

As for Spark, during the time Xi Yao was away, she had become quite familiar with everyone in the train crew.

They absolutely adore March 7th now, and they hold her every night while she sleeps.

Others also liked this innocent, cute, well-behaved, and sensible little girl.

Since we're going back to the upper levels, we naturally have to bring her back with us.

On the territory of the subterranean fire,

The group is having their final discussions before heading to the upper levels to confront Cocolia.

"Something terrible has happened!"

"Chief Oleg!"

A member of the Earthfire team rushed in.

"What happened?"

"The boundary erosion has intensified! The rate of erosion has become significantly faster than before!"

"It's already showing signs of spreading towards Rocky Town!"

"Furthermore, there are many more Rift Monsters around here than before!"

"It seems that Cocolia can no longer sit still and has begun to take action."

"Time is of the essence! We must seal the star core before the rift's erosion spreads to Rocky Town!"

Walter made a quick decision and immediately decided to lead the team to set off.

Just then, a blonde, blue-eyed, mature woman in black stockings walked in.

Bronya was shocked when she saw who it was.

"Hiluva, how did you get down here?"

Hiluva smiled and came to her side to explain:

"Bronya, the lockdown on both the upper and lower levels has been lifted."

"Furthermore, the arrest warrants for several outsiders have been withdrawn."

"These are all orders personally issued by the Great Guardian."

"The erosion of the upper rift has become extremely severe, and the number of rift monsters is much greater than before."

"Cocolia has personally led the team to fight against the Rift Monsters."

"She hopes that you, and these other extraterrestrial visitors, can return to the upper zone as soon as possible to help her resist the invasion of the rift and seal the star core."

……

what?

What exactly is my mother doing?

Perhaps because Hilva's words contained too much information, Bronya was stunned.

Wasn't Mother bewitched by the Star Core?

Now they're lifting the lockdown order and revoking the arrest warrant—what kind of operation is this?

Even Walter and Danheng next to them were a little confused.

No?

What is Cocolia doing?

She issued the arrest warrant herself.

It's been withdrawn now?

What the hell is this?

Persuaded?

That shouldn't be happening!

Or is this actually a conspiracy?

Did they want us to lower our guard, but in reality they've laid a trap for us?

In an instant, all eyes were on Bronya.

As Cocolia's daughter and the successor to the Great Guardian,

She was the only one here who truly understood what kind of person Cocolia was.

She is the only one most suitable to make the judgment.

Feeling the gazes of everyone, Bronya felt immense pressure.

Seeing this, Seele silently took her hand and gave her a firm look.

Bronya understood that look: No matter what choice you make, I will believe in you unconditionally!

However, the more unconditionally she trusted Bronya, the more uneasy Bronya became.

She didn't know what choice to make.

She was afraid she had made the wrong decision.

Let Seele,

To make everyone share the blame.

Perhaps sensing Bronya's confusion, Hilva held her in her arms and said softly:

"Bronya, Cocolia asked me to give you a message."

"Um?"

She said that no matter what she did in the past, you can completely trust her now.

"..."

"Hiluvaa... Sister."

Sensing a dangerous gaze, Bronya quickly changed her tune.

"Do you think I should believe her?"

"I don't know if she's trustworthy, but there's one thing I want to tell you."

"She's really different from before, I can feel it."

Hiluva was initially unwilling to accept this commission.

After all, Cocolia had really broken her heart.

But to her utter surprise, Cocolia dragged her into a small room.

That night, they had a deep conversation.

They did something they hadn't done in a very long time.

After that, she was certain,

My best friend is back.

Upon hearing Hilva's words, Bronya silently breathed a sigh of relief for some reason.

She knew Hiluva well; the other woman would never lie.

In other words, at least in her view, her mother was truly trustworthy.

Without any hesitation, Bronya nodded.

"Okay! We'll head back right away!"

Seeing that Bronya had chosen to believe Cocolia, everyone gradually relaxed.

I initially thought the situation was quite tricky.

First, we must have an exciting confrontation with that great guardian.

If they can't reach an agreement, they might have to engage in a tense and exciting final battle.

But now that Great Guardian no longer seems to be an enemy?

It seems that all everyone needs to do is return to the upper area, have Cocolia lead them to the star core, and then seal it again, and that will be the end of it.

Although it sounded very relaxing and pleasant, for some reason, everyone felt a little empty inside.

It felt like something very important was missing.

Just then, Walter suddenly realized something and frowned, saying:

"It seems we've overlooked a very serious problem!"

"What's the problem?"

"If Cocolia has already abandoned the Star Core, then who is now controlling the expansion of the rift within it?"

"Perhaps the star core sensed its isolation and helplessness, so it panicked?" March 7th casually remarked.

"No!"

"impossible!"

Walter shook his head, dismissing the guess.

"Swarovski's records clearly state that the star core is in a sealed state."

"Furthermore, if the star core itself can accelerate the expansion of the rift, why would it need to manipulate others?"

"yes!"

"That makes sense!"

It must be said that Walter's words were reasonable, well-founded, and convincing.

Everyone nodded in agreement.

Walter adjusted his glasses and continued his analysis:

"Therefore, there's probably a mastermind hiding on the Yalilo VI!"

"This person, capable of breaking the seal on the star core and manipulating it, is highly likely a messenger!"

"More likely, it's a Great Ruler capable of annihilation!"

"This is troublesome!"

Xing was dumbfounded when he heard that he might have to face a supreme ruler who would destroy everything.

Not a buddy?

Don't we have any newbie protection here?

Isn't this the first planet on our journey?

Logically speaking, shouldn't the beginner village be easy and straightforward?

Why is it that when I get to this game, it's already at hell difficulty?

Level 1 is full?

What kind of insane matchmaking system is this?

"Oh, it's just a messenger!"

"It's not like we don't have them!"

"What's there to be afraid of!"

"Just leave it to Xiyao."

Xiyao:?

I'm hitting myself?

6!

March 7th seems completely unconcerned and remains very optimistic.

Dan Heng glanced at her and said indifferently:

"Have you forgotten what her destiny as a messenger is?"

"Are you sure that after you call her here, she won't join forces with the other side to attack us?"

"..."

"I don't think so."

March 7th gave an awkward laugh. Thinking of Xi Yao's identity as the Pleasure Envoy, she felt uncertain.

"No matter what, we must seal this star core."

"As anonymous visitors, we cannot stand by and watch this planet be destroyed while we remain unscathed; this is the meaning of exploration."

"If Xiyao is willing to help, that would be best."

"Even without her, we must eliminate this mastermind!"

Walter adjusted his glasses and uttered the most domineering words in the calmest tone.

Xi Yao: What?

You want to destroy me?

Why?

meditation,

Reflection

Thunder Yarales...

cough cough...

It's a crossover.

Do you think that Xi Yao is manipulating the star core to accelerate the expansion of the rift?

Oh, no, that's not it!

She is not the mastermind behind this.

Or rather... there was no mastermind behind it all.

Xi Yao simply set that star core free.

So why does the erosion of the rift intensify?

Very simple!

Having lost Cocolia as an ally and suffering heavy losses, Star Core is in a panic!

If we don't act now, it will really miss its chance!

Therefore, it instinctively accelerates the rate of boundary erosion.

That's right!

On March 7th, he once again casually revealed the truth!

As expected of you!

The star core, freed from its seal, instinctively allows it to move at an incredibly high speed.

However, having been severely injured twice by Xi Yao, it was extremely weak at this moment.

Therefore, even with the acceleration, the speed is not that outrageous.

All of this was part of Xi Yao's plan.

Having learned of the existence of what appears to be the Lord of Annihilation, Welt will surely send Himeko to Arillo to join the battle.

Then, Xi Yao could then naturally hand over the gift she had prepared to Ji Zi.

In this way, the people for the final battle will be complete.

The show is about to begin!

Hehe~

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