Lin Zhiyuan adjusted his black-rimmed glasses again and continued:
"After evading surveillance, she employed methods unknown to us—
"Perhaps it was the single-person flying device she used to escape from the rooftop, or perhaps her exceptional climbing skills combined with specialized tools. I believe Brother Zhang and Brother Feng can attest to the latter."
The two men nodded vigorously, the memory of Cifera's pursuit and escape from the Pursuit Team's base still vivid in their minds.
"In any case, Cifera quietly reached the exterior of the venue's dome, finding a concealed position undetectable from below to lie in wait.
"As 'Universal Convergence' began, the lights dimmed further, and all the jewels moved along their predetermined paths to their designated positions... she activated her trump card!
"She triggered the devices she had pre-installed on the jewels, likely via remote signal or perhaps a timer.
"These devices generated some force field or effect beyond our comprehension, precisely counteracting the jewels' weight and causing them to levitate;
"Or perhaps they interacted with a complementary device Cifera had positioned on the dome, using powerful electromagnetic forces to suspend the jewels in mid-air!"
"Regardless of the method, Cifera successfully levitated the jewelry through her pre-planned setup.
"Simultaneously, she activated the powerful, dome-spanning 5D holographic projection system, creating the 'Moonlight Mist' that enveloped the dome and the 'Starry Goddess Aya' who descended from the luminous haze!
"This incredibly realistic projection instantly captured everyone's attention, becoming the sole focus of the entire venue!"
Clearly, Lin Zhiyuan's deduction had reached its most crucial point:
"And while everyone—including our Pursuit Team—was riveted by the projection of 'Aya' transforming into 'Cifera'...
"The real Cifera, perfectly concealed by the projection, was carrying out physical operations atop the dome!
"Using some kind of extremely quiet, high-energy cutting tool—perhaps a laser—she swiftly and silently carved a tiny hole in the reinforced glass dome, just large enough for the Starry Light to pass through.
"This process took time, but with everyone mesmerized by the projected 'Cifera,' no one noticed!
"Once the hole was complete, she used the projection's cover to lower a precision tool—something like a mechanical claw or suction cup—through the tiny aperture and into the venue below."
"Under the synchronized cover of the projected Cifera reaching for the Starry Light, the tool precisely grasped the Starry Light and swiftly hoisted it through the hole!
"This explains why the 'Cifera' in the air, though seemingly able to touch the Starry Light, could still pass through walls as if she were the real person.
"Because what we witnessed—'Cifera' grasping the Starry Light and disappearing into the mist—was merely a projected illusion! The actual Starry Light had already been retrieved through the tiny hole and secured by the real Cifera.
Lin Zhiyuan paused, seemingly lost in admiration for the intricate design:
"Then, perhaps to heighten the dramatic effect, further mislead us, or—more importantly—buy time to repair the hole,
"She deliberately staged a scene where she 'bumped her head,' was unable to phase through the wall, and had to drop the Coin of Whimsy to escape!
"In reality, using the same levitation technique as the jewelry, she made the Coin of Whimsy fall into the Starry Light's tray in a manner defying the laws of physics.
"Immediately after, she used the same method to safely return all the other jewelry to their original positions."
"During this process, she likely used some kind of rapid-repair material or technology to seal the tiny incision from the outside.
"The miniature propulsion devices concealed within the Coin of Whimsy and other jewels likely also functioned as micro-drones. After completing their tasks, they detached and vanished into the dimly lit environment. Anyone who spotted them would have mistaken them for passing insects.
"Finally, after tidying up her tools, Cifera chose to dispel the projection-based Moonlight Mist covering the dome, deliberately revealing herself to us. She then executed that breathtaking aerial performance, shocking everyone, and delivered the perfect grand finale to her heist of the Starry Light!
"She orchestrated a meticulously planned, detail-packed large-scale theft—a grand 'magic trick' for all of us to witness! And we were all merely the audience beneath her stage, or perhaps... supporting actors in her performance."
Lin Zhiyuan finished speaking and let out a long sigh. He turned to Liu Shanhe:
"Old Liu, this is my complete deduction. While many technical details remain unverifiable, this explanation best fits the available evidence and provides the most logical and coherent interpretation of all the anomalies."
The room fell silent, the earlier commotion having long subsided.
At Liu Ruyan's suggestion and Li Zhanting's approval, Lin Zhiyuan's entire analytical process was broadcast live to the audience through the venue's large screens and audio system, courtesy of Starry's on-site staff.
At that moment, everyone was stunned by Lin Zhiyuan's meticulous, yet seemingly fantastical, deduction.
Previously, the audience had been like viewers of an unbelievable magic trick—completely bewildered by how it was performed, but simply awestruck by the spectacle.
Now, having learned the principles behind the trick, they were deeply impressed by the ingenuity of its design. The shock had transformed from mere visual impact into genuine admiration for the brilliance of intellect and skill!
"Cat God is awesome!!!"
Someone shouted, and then—
Boom—! ! !
The silence shattered once more, and a thunderous roar swept through the venue.
Everyone was now marveling at the meticulously crafted plan behind Cifera's "spectacular magical theft show"!
They engaged in fervent discussions, their voices filled with astonishment and lingering confusion, as if still trying to digest the complex and brilliant scheme.
Simultaneously, they pondered how they had been so cleverly "deceived," yet had enjoyed an unparalleled visual feast in the process.