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Chapter 56 - Chapter 56: Dream within a Dream (Part 1)

Star arrived in front of a house and found three garbage cans gathered together nearby, seemingly pointing and discussing something about the door.

"We can no longer endure the cruel torment of Tatars! We must retrieve what belongs to us from where he hides his treasures. That hateful Tatars is insatiably greedy and tyrannical, forcibly taking away all the supplies people need to sustain life, so we must open this door no matter what!"

"Sushang: Hiss… what are the life supplies of garbage cans? Are they some kind of food?"

"Star: Actually, I don't think it's that complicated. Perhaps… it's just garbage."

Hearing this, Star nodded silently, indicating that he was willing to help. Immediately after, he stepped towards the door.

However, to his surprise, the door slowly opened automatically before Star had even taken any action. Faced with this sudden turn of events, the garbage cans instantly became exceptionally excited and began to celebrate wildly:

"The door is finally open… The legend is indeed true, you are the Savior destined to defeat Tatars! The great God of Garbage has sent you here to distribute the wealth accumulated by the tyrant to us who suffer!"

"Oh, my heavens, I have never felt such a comfortable and joyful mood! When you officially launch your rebellion against Tatars, I and other oppressed comrades will surely follow your footsteps willingly!"

"Ah, I've never felt this good! When you raise the banner of rebellion against Tatars, I and the other oppressed cans will definitely follow you closely!" After saying that, it handed the proof of trust to Star, and then the garbage cans excitedly squeezed into the 'treasure house,' tearing open bag after bag of garbage and pouring them all into their own can bodies…

For a time, cheers and praises rose and fell, never-ending. Star stood still, looking at the enthusiastic garbage cans in front of him.

"March 7th: Is this the treasure they were talking about?"

"Sparkle: For garbage cans, this is their supreme treasure!"

Star walked away, scratching his head, and found a golden garbage can nearby, but… it had no hands or feet.

An ordinary garbage can? Feeling incredibly magical, Star walked over to this garbage can and kicked it with a flying kick.

This was obviously an extremely uncivilized act; if it were in normal times, he would probably have to pay a "Praise of High Morality" as a price for it—but this was a dream, so who would care about such things? So Star unhesitatingly kicked the side of the can, and a loud "bang" sound came…

Star was startled and quickly closed her eyes. When she opened her eyes again, she was surprised to find that the garbage can in front of her was no longer a garbage can, but had transformed into a… garbage can with two hands and two legs.

"Thank you, beautiful and unfamiliar benefactor. I was originally the prince of the Garbage Can Kingdom. My father was cruelly murdered by Tatars, and I myself unfortunately fell victim to an evil spell, turning into a garbage can. Thanks to your kick just now, I was able to regain my freedom!"

The Garbage Can Prince said with tears of gratitude, "To repay your great kindness, I am willing to dedicate everything I have—including my body, soul, life, and all my garbage bags—just to slightly repay your grace!"

Star listened to this, pondered for a moment, and then said, "The way you speak sounds a bit like the Knights of Beauty…"

"Yin Zhi: This beautiful lady, I hear someone calling our name. May I ask, do you admit that the beauty of the Pure Beauty Goddess Idrila is unmatched?"

"Star: Never seen her. Do you have a photo I can see? Pam peeking.jpg"

"Yin Zhi: Unfortunately, I have never seen the goddess's face, but the spirit and appearance of purity are constantly before my eyes."

"Indeed, many cans praise my beauty, but I do not know the title you speak of. In this vast kingdom, the only knight order is the 'Diamond Bounce Knights,' and every member is a thoroughly noble can."

"Then come with me and fight against Tatars!" Star shouted with an impassioned and high-spirited posture.

"Okay, no problem! I am very happy to fight alongside you, light the beacon of resistance together, and strive to rescue the kingdom from its dire situation." Hearing Star's call, the Garbage Can Prince responded without hesitation.

"Sushang: I never thought I could feel such surging passion from these garbage cans… It's truly exhilarating and inspiring!!!"

"Silver Wolf: LOL, a world like a fairy tale =.="

"Now, you have earned my complete trust. Please be sure to accept this token and my sincere heart. From now on, I swear to follow you to the death, to fight for you, great warrior!"

After saying these words, the Garbage Can Prince carefully handed another proof of trust into Star's hand. When Star accepted the proof, the Garbage Can Prince transformed back into the form of a garbage can, standing quietly by the roadside, as if lost in thought.

When Star turned around, the generous and enthusiastic expression on her face instantly disappeared, replaced by her usual calm expression.

"Sparkle: Lady Sparkle approves of your acting. Would you like to come and learn acting with me?"

"Star: Is room and board provided? How much is the salary?"

"Sparkle: Hehe, salary is as fate dictates, no room and board."

"Star: No."

Three garbage cans stood in a circle, as if discussing something important with great intensity…

When Star walked over, one of the garbage cans spoke first:

"Stranger from afar, please stop your hurried steps! There is an intractable strife here that needs a fair judgment from you, a righteous person."

"Look, this is the legendary Golden Garbage. It is a symbol of power and status! Only garbage cans with sufficient qualifications can enjoy this supreme honor. And we all consider ourselves worthy candidates, which is why we are caught in such an endless dispute." Another garbage can then explained.

"After careful consideration, everyone unanimously decided to invite an outsider with keen insight and an impartial attitude to make a judgment on our behalf, to determine to whom this precious Golden Garbage truly belongs, and to end this protracted theatrical quarrel." The third garbage can added.

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