[Inside the New Ember Base]
Jing Liuli watched the scrolling comments on the screen, a flicker of warmth rising in her eyes. A sweet smile blossomed on her face as she waved at the camera, her voice crisp and gentle.
"Hello, my fan babies, I'm back!"
"Sorry to keep you all waiting. Not only have I returned safely, but I've also successfully promoted to Calamity grade!"
The moment Jing Liuli finished speaking, the livestream's comment section instantly erupted into a frenzy, with gifts flooding the screen.
#JingLiuliCelebrationStream#
#LiuliCalamityGradeStreamDebut#
These two hashtags surged to the top of the StarNet trending searches in an instant.
Seeing the screen filled with comments, Jing Liuli smiled and raised her hand, signaling for everyone to quiet down. After a moment, she spoke again.
"Thank you all for the blessings and gifts. I appreciate everyone waiting for me."
"In today's stream, besides wanting to share the joy of victory with you all, I've prepared a little science lesson regarding my Domain—Innate High Luck."
"It's a brand-new ability I awakened after promoting to Calamity grade."
Most people would keep their Domains as secret as possible, or at the very least, wouldn't broadcast them to the point where everyone knew. However, Jing Liuli's Domain was different. In fact, after some careful thought, Caroline and Tendo felt that Liuli publicizing her Domain ability was far better than hiding it.
After all, a top-tier 'support' was in high demand no matter where she went. By the same token, no one wanted to be 'haunted by misfortune.' Therefore, once they knew what Jing Liuli's Domain ability was, the vast majority of people wouldn't want to cross her, thereby avoiding most potential dangers.
Upon hearing that Jing Liuli was actually going to disclose her Domain ability, the number of viewers in the livestream began to climb again at an astonishing speed. Clearly, many of the newcomers were drawn by Jing Liuli's 'Calamity-grade Domain' rather than her status as a superstar of the New Federation.
Under countless curious gazes, Jing Liuli lightly raised her hand. Deep purple Star Power flowed between her fingertips as 'Innate High Luck' quietly activated.
A faint purple glow passed through the lens, enveloping the entire livestream room. Although the fans couldn't see the glow itself, they could vaguely feel a sense of warmth and peace.
"My Domain's core consists of the Star Sources: Daydream and Evernight Phantom Butterfly, therefore..."
Jing Liuli explained patiently, her tone lively yet serious.
"It has two main effects. The first is 'Self-Blessing.' Once my Domain is active, it can automatically evade danger; even if I fall into a desperate situation, a turning point will appear."
Jing Liuli paused before continuing, "The second effect is 'Partner-Blessing.' I can share the good fortune of my Domain with the companions around me, allowing them to heal quickly when injured or avoid mistakes during combat."
"Of course, besides these two, my Domain has a special effect: it can bring misfortune to enemies, causing them to make frequent errors."
As Jing Liuli spoke, a proud smile appeared on her face, and she didn't forget to strike a cool pose for the camera.
Hearing this, the comments flooded the screen once more as the fans' enthusiasm reached a fever pitch.
"Wow! The Innate High Luck Domain is way too amazing! It can protect her, her partners, and bring bad luck to enemies!"
"Liuli baby is so outstanding. Not only did she promote to Calamity grade, but she also awakened such a powerful and useful Domain!"
"Thank you, Liuli baby. With your Innate High Luck buff, we'll have good luck in the future too!"
"Liuli baby, can you use your Domain to hold a giveaway for us? Looking forward to the luck descending!"
Looking at the comments, Jing Liuli smiled and nodded.
"Of course! Since this is a celebration stream, there must be welfare for everyone!"
"I'll use my Innate High Luck Domain right now to hold a draw for 100 lucky fans. The prizes include my exclusive signed photos and small Spirit Fox merchandise. I hope everyone gets some good luck!"
As she spoke, she held the Spirit Fox and gently closed her eyes. Deep purple Star Power fluctuated slightly as the 'Innate High Luck' Domain operated at full power. She tapped lightly on the giveaway interface.
In the next second, the prize wheel spun rapidly before slowly coming to a halt. The IDs of 100 lucky fans appeared on the screen.
"Congratulations to these 100 lucky fan babies!"
A brilliant smile appeared on Jing Liuli's face.
"I'll have the staff contact you later to mail out the gifts. I hope my Innate High Luck can stay with you all and bring you good fortune!"
Just then, Caroline walked in carrying a plate of Star Fruit Mousse, a look of slight helplessness on her face.
"Don't stream for too long. The Star Fruit Mousse is ready, and the celebration feast can begin. If you don't come soon, Yun Meng and Tendo will get impatient."
The camera accidentally caught Caroline, and the livestream comments instantly grew lively again.
"Wow! Is this Sister Caroline? So cool!"
"Sister Caroline is so amazing. I heard she blocked a ton of Iron Ember's attacks all by herself in this battle!"
"Liuli baby, quick, have Sister Caroline say hi to us. We want to be her fans too!"
Seeing the camera pointed at her, Caroline's expression stiffened. She turned to leave but was grabbed by Jing Liuli.
Jing Liuli smiled at the camera and said, "Fan babies, this is my partner, Caroline. She's incredibly powerful and is the mechanical expert of our team!"
With that, she pulled Caroline into a pose, secretly used her terminal to snap a picture of the moment, and winked at the camera.
"See? Isn't Sister Caroline super cool? Even though she's usually very cold, she's a great person and even makes Star Fruit Mousse for me!"
Caroline gave her a helpless glare but didn't pull her hand away. She gave a slight nod to the camera and said plainly, "Hello everyone, I am Caroline. Thank you for supporting Liuli."
After speaking, she broke free from Jing Liuli's grip and walked out quickly, though the tips of her ears were quietly turning red.
Watching her back, Jing Liuli couldn't help but laugh. She told the camera, "See? Sister Caroline is just that shy, but she really is wonderful."
"Alright babies, the celebration feast is starting, and I'm going to celebrate with my partners. That's it for this stream. Remember to follow me! Love you guys~"
With that, Jing Liuli blew a kiss to the camera and gently turned off the livestream.
Clutching the Spirit Fox, she ran quickly toward the dining room, shouting as she went, "Caroline, wait for me! I want to eat the mousse!"
The dining room was already laid out with all sorts of delicacies. There was Jing Liuli's favorite Star Fruit Mousse and Star Wheat bread, as well as Star Energy cookies made by Yun Meng, and Star Beast jerky favored by Little Jin. Tendo had also returned and was sitting at the table waiting for them.
Jing Liuli ran to the table, picked up a small spoon, and shoved a scoop of mousse into her mouth. She squinted her eyes in satisfaction, her purple pupils full of happiness.
"This is delicious, Caroline! It's even better than the star-rated desserts I've had in the Federation capital!"
Caroline sat beside her and picked up a piece of bread, saying indifferently, "If it's good, eat more. Just don't overdo it, or you'll be crying about a stomachache later."
"Also, during the stream, who told you to put me on camera? Do it again, and the mousse is cancelled."
"I'm sorry, Caroline, I didn't mean it. But the fans all like you."
Jing Liuli stuck out her tongue while eating. "Besides, you really are amazing. Everyone should know that my partners are all super powerful!"
Yun Meng smiled gently and placed an Star Energy cookie on Jing Liuli's plate.
"Alright, alright, stop teasing. Let's all eat together to celebrate our victory, Liuli's promotion to Calamity grade, and the awakening of her powerful Domain."
Tendo picked up a cookie and said with a smile, "Liuli, although you did well this time, you still need to polish your Domain in the future."
"After all, while the 'Innate High Luck' Domain is powerful, one cannot go far... relying on luck alone."
"I know!"
Jing Liuli nodded vigorously, a confident smile on her face as she raised her glass of Star Juice to everyone.
"Cheers!"
"Cheers!"
Everyone raised their glasses and clinked them together. The crisp sound echoed through the dining room, filled with warmth and joy. Little Jin also raised its head excitedly and let out a cheerful low roar, as if echoing them.
Jing Liuli looked at the companions beside her, the food on the table, and the well-behaved Spirit Fox in her arms, a sense of warmth rising in her heart.
She knew she was lucky. Not only did she possess great power and awaken the 'Innate High Luck' Domain, but she also had so many partners who genuinely cared for and protected her, as well as countless fans who supported her.
Her 'Innate High Luck' perhaps wasn't just the power of a Domain, but existed because she had these partners, these fans, and this warmth and companionship. This luck didn't come from nowhere; it was the best gift exchanged through mutual protection and companionship.
After dinner, Jing Liuli held the Spirit Fox and leaned against Tendo, sitting in front of the base's observation window and looking at the starry sky outside. Deep purple Star Power flowed around her as the 'Innate High Luck' Domain quietly activated, a faint glow enveloping her, her partners, and this warm base.
The Spirit Fox lay docilely in her arms, breathing out a wisp of light that wrapped around her wrist. Caroline sat not far away, organizing data, occasionally looking up in her direction with a flash of hidden indulgence in her eyes. Yun Meng and Little Jin sat on the other side of the window; Little Jin curled up in Yun Meng's arms and gradually fell asleep as Yun Meng gently stroked its fur with a smile.
The stars were brilliant, and starlight bathed the ground. The Star Energy light strips in the base were warm and bright, like a beam of light in the darkness, dispelling the cold and danger of interstellar space.
Jing Liuli looked out the window with a sweet smile, her eyes full of expectation. She knew the road ahead might still hold danger and challenges, but she was no longer afraid. She had great power, tacit partners, supportive fans, and the blessing of 'Innate High Luck.'
In the future, she would continue to be that dazzling star, standing on the stage to bring happiness to her fans. She would also continue to work with her partners to guard this hard-won warmth and happiness.
Her 'Innate High Luck' would silently protect her in the days to come. It would protect everyone around her, carrying this luck toward a brighter and more dazzling future.
Under the silent starry sky, the warmth in front of the window lingered for a long time.
After organizing her data, Caroline stood up and walked to the group. Holding a small mechanical terminal, her tone remained flat but held less coldness. "Word has come from the Federation Council. The abandoned mechanical factory has been sealed. This mission is considered a complete success."
"Additionally, the Council has sent a special commendation. They've prepared an exclusive medal for Calamity-grade experts for Liuli; it will be delivered to the base later."
"A medal?!"
Jing Liuli's eyes lit up, and she sat up straight instantly.
"Is it the kind encrusted with Star Diamonds that can be displayed exclusively on StarNet?"
"That's great! I'm going to wear it for photo shoots and livestreams. I'll let the fans see that their Liuli is now an officially certified Calamity-grade expert!"
Seeing her excitement, Tendo couldn't help but chuckle softly. His azure Star Power lightly brushed over the top of her head.
"Liuli, a medal is not just an honor, it is a responsibility. As a Calamity-grade expert, more people will need your protection. You can't just think about photos and streaming."
"I know!"
Jing Liuli nodded hard, a serious look appearing on her face as her deep purple power fluctuated slightly.
"I will fulfill my responsibilities as a Calamity-grade expert properly. Oh, when the medal arrives, let's take a group photo together and hang it on the base's Wall of Honor, okay?"
"No problem."
Yun Meng agreed with a gentle nod, stroking the sleeping Little Jin.
"By the way, I've already organized the footage from the battle and the photo material for the Spirit Fox. You can take your time editing the vlog; no rush, the fans will always wait for you."
"Thanks, Sister Yun! You're the best!"
Jing Liuli cheered, stood up with the Spirit Fox, and ran over to Yun Meng, lightly nuzzling her arm.
"When I finish editing the vlog, I'll show it to you first. You have to help me write the captions; your writing is the gentlest, the fans will definitely love it!"
Leaning against the edge of the window, Caroline watched the three of them. The indulgence in her eyes became more evident. She quietly took out her terminal, snapped a picture of the scene, and silently saved it.
She didn't say it aloud, but she had quietly noted Jing Liuli's wish. She was even planning in her heart to design an exclusive display stand for the medal once it arrived—one that was both beautiful and could protect the medal from damage.
In the days that followed, life in the base gradually returned to tranquility, though it was now filled with a different kind of liveliness.
Every day, Jing Liuli would set aside time to polish her Star Power and familiarize herself with 'Innate High Luck.' Occasionally, she would drag Tendo into sparring practice.
And once Jing Liuli's Domain was active, even Tendo's attacks would 'coincidentally' miss from time to time. Even someone as strong as Tendo would occasionally be 'accidentally' hit by her.
The terror of Innate High Luck was evident.
People often say that luck-based players won't go far, but if someone's luck is as good as Jing Liuli's, it seems entirely possible for them to go all the way.