Astral Express.
Stelle naturally came across the trending topic: [The Most Arrogant Protagonist!].
The events from her last live performance in Penacony were still fresh in her mind.
Who would've thought...
I'm trending again!
That's just how I am!
I feel like standing in the middle of the Parlor Car, hands on my hips, and basking in the glory!
At that moment.
A new message popped up on her phone.
[Hello, I'm an official reporter from the Interastral Peace News. Here's my credentials.]
[Attached: ID photo]
[I've obtained your contact information to conduct a brief online interview. It will only take a few minutes of your time to answer a few questions.]
[The compensation is 200 million Credits, which we will pay immediately upon completion if you're willing to accept.]
Stelle's eyes widened in shock!
How much?!
Even the Assignments from the last live event didn't pay this much!
This is even faster than making money in the game!
However, she didn't impulsively agree right away.
First, she showed it to Old Yang and Himeko.
They confirmed that the relevant documents were genuine and reliable, and not some scam message sent by fraudsters.
"You're now a big star in the galaxy, so it's only natural that the Interstellar Peace Broadcast would send you an online interview request. The viewership and traffic you bring them will undoubtedly create even greater value," Old Yang analyzed seriously.
"If you want to go, then go. There's no harm in it, and you can even earn some extra pocket money," Himeko said with a gentle smile.
This isn't just pocket money.
It's enough to support me for the rest of my life.
Sister Himeko really knows how to joke~!
Since the "parents" didn't object.
Stelle immediately sent a message accepting the offer.
The other party promptly responded, saying the interview would take place in half a system hour.
After wandering around the carriage for a while.
The time finally arrived.
Stelle tidied up the hair by her ears and sat gracefully on the sofa.
A communication request appeared on the projection screen in front of her.
Accept!
The reporter from the Interstellar Peace Broadcast appeared on the other end as promised.
March 7th watched the scene live while also checking the livestream on her phone.
The number of viewers tuning in simultaneously had already reached hundreds of millions.
March 7th glanced at the barrage of comments.
Most of them were players of Honkai: Star Rail!
This was to be expected.
Soon.
The interview began.
The reporter asked the first question.
"A hot topic on the internet recently—[The Most Arrogant Protagonist]!"
"So, Miss Stelle, may I ask if your current strength has reached the level of an Emanator?"
As soon as this question was asked!
The livestream audience instantly erupted!
The completion rate of the Interstellar Peace Broadcast also surged by several percentage points in an instant!
...
"As expected of a big production, they go straight to the key questions!"
"Good, good, this is exactly what I wanted to know!"
"Back in Penacony, Aventurine's understanding was that, in a situation where a Galaxy Ranger, a Ten Stonehearts member, the Harmony faction, the Masked Fools, and the Garden of Recollection were all in a standoff, the protagonist still had the ability to flip the table!"
"She withstood the Emanator-level King Insect of The Propagation for dozens of seconds—her feats are on record!"
"I estimate that the current Trailblazer is at the peak of strength just below an Emanator."
"Without some strength, how could she dare to be so arrogant?"
"The Stellaron essence is one that grows stronger when facing stronger opponents. Her true strength is unknown, and perhaps only she herself knows it."
...
In the Parlor Car.
Even Himeko, Old Yang, March 7th, and Dan Heng couldn't help but turn their attention to Stelle.
To be honest.
They were also a bit curious.
How would Stelle answer?
Stelle scratched her head.
In truth, she wasn't as godly as all the players imagined.
Well, okay... maybe a little.
But Honkai: Star Rail undoubtedly amplified this trait.
In such a formal setting.
Her answer naturally wouldn't be as casual as it was in the game.
"Ahem..."
After clearing her throat slightly.
Stelle replied calmly, "As for the Emanator level... that's... a bit of an overstatement."
Then she gave a faint smile.
Exuding composure and ease!
However.
Upon hearing this.
The host on the other end immediately gasped!
"She said she's already surpassed an Emanator!"
"Who would have thought our Trailblazer was so deeply hidden? The abilities she's shown in the game are just the tip of the iceberg!"
Stelle: "?"
Why does this feel a bit off?
However.
Before she could react.
The reporter's second question came.
"On the upcoming journey, the Nameless will face many challenges, and there will be many formidable enemies on the Path of Trailblaze. So, which faction in the galaxy do you most hope to encounter?"
Stelle pondered for a moment.
Her answer to the first question wasn't very precise, so this time she had to respond more formally.
"The journey of Trailblaze has just begun. The universe is vast, and we've only seen a small part of it. As for whether they are friends or foes, it depends on luck. Either is fine."
Unexpectedly.
The reporter exclaimed again!
"Miss Stelle actually said she's fine with encountering anyone!"
"Let's see who's unlucky!"
...
"Wow! Really? Is the Trailblazer that strong now?"
"Stelle: Have you seen me at my peak?"
"Not to mention, the Trailblazer's usage rate in the game is quite high now, an essential teammate for break teams."
"Don't forget, Stelle has now obtained three Paths, and unlike in the game where you have to switch, she can wield a bat in one hand and a lance in the other, with Mikhail's hat on her head!"
"I feel like Stelle didn't mean it that way..."
"Now standing before you is the Galaxy Bat Hero!"
...
March 7th was completely baffled.
She tapped her head.
Wondering if her synesthesia beacon was malfunctioning?
Stelle was equally confused!
At that moment.
The reporter asked the third question.
"I didn't expect the Trailblazer to be so powerful and confident. Let's make the most of our time and move on to the final question!"
"This is also a question with a personal bias—"
"Do you think you're invincible?"
Stelle: "?"
What kind of question is this!
You're so young, why are you always trying to make a big splash?
She immediately waved her hands!
"No, no, of course not!"
Stelle was starting to figure out the reporter's tactics.
Before the reporter could interpret her answer.
She quickly added!
"To put it in Xianzhou terms, 'There's always someone better, and there's always a higher sky.'"
This time, the reporter didn't exclaim or gasp in surprise but nodded in agreement.
Facing the camera, she said, "This answer, though unexpected, makes perfect sense."
"Miss Stelle said—there's no one more invincible than her!"
"And..."
"Not just invincible on earth, but also in the heavens!"
"I can't help but suspect that if we play 'Wildfire,' she might grab her bat and go fight an Aeon!!"
?????
Wait, sister!?
Is this how you conduct an interview?
I think you're the one who's invincible, both on earth and in the heavens!
"You guys...!"
Stelle was about to retort, but the reporter ruthlessly cut her off.
"Alright, that's all the time we have for this interview. We won't disturb the Nameless' journey any longer!"
"See you in the next episode!"
"Beep—"
The communication ended.
Stelle sat on the couch.
Feeling a bit parched!
After a while.
She slowly returned to normal.
"I swear, if I ever get greedy for money again and accept these kinds of interviews, may I be struck by lightning and die a horrible death!"