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Before seeing Boothill's skills, Guinaifen wasn't particularly fond of this mechanical cowboy.
He seemed a bit uncouth, with a touch of dark humor.
But after seeing his skills.
She was completely won over!
Continuing the story of Boothill and Dan Heng—
Boothill investigated some guests nearby, but neither the hotel staff nor the guests knew what had happened in the Dreamscape.
Just as he was at a loss.
Dan Heng returned.
He said, "There's something strange. Among the five families governing Penacony, the Oak Family is the organizer of the council and is responsible for all management and coordination inside and outside the Dreamscape. But oddly enough…"
"I've been around the entire hotel, and on such an important day for such a significant family, I haven't seen a single member," Boothill grumbled. "He's got some nerve... If I recall correctly, isn't Sunday the head of the Oak Family?"
"This place isn't safe to stay. Let's return to the Astral Express," Dan Heng suggested after a moment of thought.
But Boothill smiled meaningfully, "Don't act rashly. Brother, have you ever robbed a company? If you just run off, you'll instantly become the most conspicuous guy on the street."
"Of course, there's no need to linger with them. I left a backup plan with that Memokeeper. If we really can't enter the Dreamscape, she'll leave a bottle of wine for me in the VIP lounge of the real hotel."
Dan Heng: "An item can indeed help a Memokeeper establish a connection with you... But Mr. Boothill, I hope you can inform me of the existence of backup plans in advance in the future."
"Forgive me, just consider it a habit of mine. I have a few troublemaker friends; if I reveal the plan, they're sure to stir up some trouble, and no amount of backup would be enough."
"How do we get into the VIP lounge?"
"That's nothing, leave it to the wisdom of the streets."
...
Inside the hotel.
Boothill also found a comfortable spot to watch his own game content.
He saw the effects of his skills.
Especially the style of his Ultimate.
Boothill was so excited he almost crushed the gasoline drink in front of him!
"Yu Ling, you're really something!"
"Look at these skills!"
"Look at this gunfire!"
"Look at these moves!"
"Meow! This is definitely top-tier production!"
"The demeanor of us Galaxy Rangers is perfectly highlighted!"
"It's worth all the money I spent on the game after robbing the company's bank!"
He was very satisfied with his character design.
And the storyline,
seemed pretty good too.
Boothill believed he was fully intelligent throughout.
Leading Dan Heng, he was completely in the dominant position!
The mission name "Bullet & Brain," the two titles mentioned probably both refer to himself!
Of course.
Brother Dan Heng also uses a gun.
He could also be called a sharpshooter.
At this moment.
In the storyline, it seemed he was about to use "the wisdom of the streets."
"Looks like it's my highlight moment again."
Boothill pulled down the brim of his hat.
Covering his wildly rising smile.
Let's see how he performs in the storyline?
The live chat was also flooding with comments.
...
"The streets aren't about fighting and killing, but about human relationships."
"Why doesn't Boothill take the Path of Erudition?"
"These two together are going to kill me with laughter."
"Dan Heng, quickly transform into the High Elder and blind his mechanically enhanced eyes!"
"Let me see what this 'wisdom of the streets' is all about?"
...
The two approached the hotel manager.
"You're the hotel manager here, right?" Boothill initiated the confrontation.
"That's correct. How may I assist you?"
Boothill took a slight breath.
And instantly got into character!
"We're the Nameless from the Astral Express, here to check-in, and there's been no response! The girl at your front desk said she'd contact the person in charge, but she's nowhere to be seen!"
"We've been standing here for hours, no water, no food, what the hell, is this how the family treats their guests?"
Even Dan Heng couldn't bear to watch.
In a low voice, she said, "Is your street smarts just about picking fights?"
"This is called fighting for our legitimate rights."
The hotel manager gave a slight bow, expressing his apologies, "Please calm down, both of you. I am aware of the whole situation. The hotel needs to contact Mr. Sunday first. How about this, I'll arrange for you to wait in the VIP lounge with some drinks."
"See, that worked out," Boothill said smugly.
"...Next time, don't call yourself a Nameless."
...
"Huh? That works?"
"Turning the tables, huh?"
"You've got Clockwork, I've got street smarts."
"Flexible moral standards."
"Brilliant, old Boothill, it's gotta be you."
"Our little azure dragon still has some dignity."
"The Nameless' reputation is taking a hit!"
...
They entered the VIP area's bar.
Boothill ordered a malt juice with a flavor of black gunpowder barbecue dipped in hydrogen peroxide.
Dan Heng complained that this was definitely not a taste humans would enjoy.
The two then got down to business.
Dan Heng: "The situation is indeed unclear. Something must have happened on The Planet of Festivities, but the public is completely unaware. It's likely that someone high up in the family is covering it up."
"It's already unusual for Harmony to extend invitations to other factions, and with the company and the fools involved, if the Nihility Emanator you mentioned is indeed real, the current situation in Penacony… is far too complicated."
Boothill then said: "Actually, there's something else about Acheron that's been on my mind."
"You know as well as I do that factions devoted to The Hunt are the most unapproachable in the galaxy. Any sane person wouldn't dare impersonate the Xianzhou Alliance or the Galaxy Rangers—that's just asking for death…"
"Don't the Xianzhou people have a saying? The Emperor's Bow only announces its wheelchair with light arrows—"
"Announces its decree with light arrows."
Dan Heng corrected with a dark expression.
...
"Damn, Boothill, you really dare to say that?"
"Our Lan has also been put in a wheelchair by Boothill, huh?"
"What! The Emperor's Bow actually flaunts seven wheelchairs at the speed of light?"
"The Emperor's Bow is heartbroken, the marshal is in tears."
""Two Hunt Chatters""
"Buddy, compared to The Hunt, you're more like Elation!"
...
Offstage.
Boothill watched this scene unfold, and the smile on his face slowly faded.
Oh no!
This plot,
It's turned his attitude toward the Xianzhou Alliance into that of a hater!
If it were just some private jokes, it would be fine.
But the problem is!
This scene has already been put on stage as part of the performance!
Who knows how many Xianzhou people have already seen this.
Like those generals, marshals, and the like.
The broad-minded ones might just laugh it off.
But with the wide audience of Honkai: Star Rail, there's bound to be some petty people!
What he said is practically blasphemy against their faith!
Boothill quickly logged into the game forum.
Sure enough.
He soon saw memes related to himself.
For example, when he uses his ultimate, a Wanted Poster blows in the wind.
But in this image,
The target on the Wanted Poster is replaced by The Hunt's Aeon, Lan!
There's also one of him and Dan Heng standing at the hotel front desk.
But his mouth is being pinched like a rubber band by Dan Heng.
Below are many player replies.
[Before memorizing: The Emperor's Bow only announces its decree with light arrows
While memorizing: The Emperor's Bow only announces its wheelchair with light arrows
During the exam: The Emperor's Bow actually flaunts seven wheelchairs at the speed of light]
[Now I'll remember it, I'll call you the genius Boothill!]
[It's fine, it's already good. Sushang can't even remember this sentence.]
[Shocking! Boothill's cultural level has surpassed Sushang's!]
[At least Boothill can remember it, he can correct it! Sushang really can't remember, she can't fix it [facepalm]]
[Sushang: Caught in the crossfire].