Chapter 49: The Stellaron Hunter's Show – Defying Expectations!
"Ding!"
"Ding!"
In a villa nestled within Aurum Alley, Lin Yu picked up his phone and checked the latest message.
It was from Guinaifen:
"HAHAHA, thank you so much, bestie!"
"I never would've found such an amazing game without your recommendation!"
"You're seriously my lucky star!"
"Gotta dash—I'm off to stream now. Let's grab dinner soon!"
Even her profile bio had been updated:
[Yu Lin, My Divine Hero!]
Lin Yu smiled faintly.
Little did Guinaifen know, the guy she'd met that evening was none other than Feathered Spirit—the legendary developer behind the blockbuster game Honkai: Star Rail. Interestingly, reversing the name "Feathered Spirit" revealed his true identity.
But as Lin Yu read that signature line, a sudden realization struck him—
If even an ordinary player like Guinaifen recognized "Feathered Spirit" as an immensely influential figure...
Would Kafka and her team truly be oblivious to this? Were the Stellaron Hunters really that naive? Had everything gone too smoothly? Did they just accept his words without question?
If even casual gamers wouldn't buy such a story, why would the Stellaron Hunters?
The more he thought about it, the more something felt... off.
Just then, another message popped up—this time from Silver Wolf's alternate account:
"I've arrived at the Luofu. Where are you?"
Lin Yu immediately focused.
[Eyes of Prying]—Activated!
A three-dimensional scene unfolded before him.
In a secluded corner of the Exalting Sanctum, a woman with understated makeup stood waiting patiently.
This was Kafka's disguise.
Outwardly, she looked like an ordinary office worker, completely unrecognizable from her true self.
Her concealment skills were impeccable.
But...
Lin Yu realized he'd made a fatal miscalculation.
"I underestimated the Stellaron Hunters... again."
Quickly typing a reply, he sent:
"Do you really believe I'm [Feathered Spirit]? Not just some random outlander?"
Kafka picked up her phone and responded:
"What else would you be? Wanting to meet your idol isn't that strange, is it?"
The reply only deepened his suspicions.
Shifting his gaze toward Kafka, he probed further.
The Eyes of Prying didn't just reveal actions—it also delved into psychological states and behavioral patterns, granting direct access to a person's innermost thoughts.
The moment he peered deeper, a cool voice echoed in his mind—
"So, it's you who's been watching me in secret?"
Lin Yu's hand trembled slightly.
Damn it.
He'd almost fallen right into their trap.
Digging deeper into Kafka's thoughts:
"Elio mentioned you might possess [Insight] and [Record] abilities... so Silver Wolf and I put on this little act."
"If we played our parts well enough, you'd probably let your guard down, wouldn't you?"
Wow. Impressive.
Uncovering the truth, Lin Yu couldn't help but admire the Stellaron Hunters' cunning.
They'd countered him perfectly!
Through careful analysis, Elio had deduced that Lin Yu might have similar [Insight] abilities.
As a result—
They assumed he was constantly observing them!
And every interaction he'd witnessed so far?
All an act.
Fortunately, Lin Yu's ability didn't just let him see actions—it also exposed thoughts.
Kafka's mental monologue continued:
"Why no response?"
"Feathered Spirit... have you figured something out—"
"BEEP!"
A notification cut off her train of thought.
Lin Yu focused and glimpsed the message on Kafka's screen.
The sender's profile picture was a black cat.
The name read: [Elio].
"Mission aborted. You've been exposed."
Seeing this, Kafka sighed and shrugged.
Removing her glasses, she spoke to the empty air before her:
"That was quite the thrilling mind game, wasn't it, Feathered Spirit?"
Lin Yu exhaled in resignation.
As expected of the Stellaron Hunters—they weren't so easily fooled.
Just then, another message appeared in Kafka's chat:
"In the script of fate, your path alone remains unseen."
Lin Yu knew these words weren't for Kafka—they were meant for him.
"Feathered Spirit, I am truly delighted by your existence in this universe."
With that, "Elio" said no more.
Kafka pocketed her phone and addressed the unseen observer:
"Feathered Spirit... honestly, I'm very curious about what you really are."
"I'll keep playing this game you've created. When my character takes the spotlight, make sure to polish it extra well, alright?~"
"Now, it's time for me to step into the next act."
"And if you're still watching..."
"Consider this next performance my exclusive gift to you."
With a casual wave, Kafka strode off.
From Lin Yu's perspective, it felt as though she were speaking directly to him.
"Typical of them..." he murmured.
Opening the system interface, he wasn't sure whether to feel pleased or disappointed. Then again, effortlessly outmaneuvering the Stellaron Hunters would've been boring.
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"First, focus on managing the game properly..."
"Let's set a small goal—draw an Aeon-level ability!"