Chapter 89: Faction Setup
Night Star Lan wasn’t quite sure if the Group Leader had been controlled by Kuro.
But in times like these, she always prepared for the worst-case scenario.
Better safe than sorry.
It’s better to be too cautious than not cautious enough.
But Wish Princess hasn’t recovered yet.
Even the powerful Origin of White can’t serve as a trump card against Kuro.
Only Night Star Lan could rely on herself.
Come to think of it, Wish Princess has been comatose constantly lately, one after another, with no rest at all.
Maybe it’s because there have been too many big things to deal with recently.
Every time, they need all-out efforts, and the next tasks are probably going to be the same.
Poor Wish Princess, working so hard.
Night Star Lan prayed internally for her to recover soon.
Otherwise, if Kuro suddenly warped through time and space, she really wouldn’t know how to handle it.
The Star Eclipses state had already been used by Luo Xi; it couldn’t be used again in the short term.
Night Star Lan couldn’t even deal with the weak Origin of White—how could she possibly handle the awakened Origin of Kuro?
It’ll be tough.
She might get pushed to the ground and thoroughly rubbed out.
Night Star Lan felt very guilty about this.
Who could blame her when she didn’t respect Kuro at all?
She even hung him from the ceiling like a lightbulb, which no sane person would accept.
Whenever she thought about being brutally ground into the ground by Kuro, Night Star couldn’t help but huddle in Luo Xi’s arms, seeking comfort, just like a spoiled daughter.
“X Luo ~ What should we do? My pressure is so huge.”
Now, only the Origin of White Luo Xi can give her enough security.
Just like during those times when Wish Princess was sleeping.
Luo Xi gently comforted the whiny Night Star, saying nothing.
Lianhua and others saw this scene from afar, unsure what to say.
Night Star appeared very clingy to Luo Xi now—she didn’t want to let go for a single step. This closeness made them feel a bit envious.
There was a time when they themselves enjoyed Night Star’s cuddles and dependence too.
Of course, they have been getting closer a lot recently too.
Night Star never showed any signs of rejection or distance, accepting everyone who approached, sticking to whoever came near.
It’s just that she rarely initiated contact herself.
Their unique relationship made Lianhua and the others feel a little envious as well, since they had never experienced it themselves. It seemed like Night Star’s emotions were more open and unrestrained.
Is this a sign that things are changing?
Of course, Lianhua and the others were just slightly envious.
As girls, they paid attention to romantic topics, especially since someone they liked was around. They naturally realized this was a sign of a passionate romance for Night Star.
Probably.
Mo Rabbit yawned, not planning to stick around and watch the love drama.
Love meant nothing to her.
Why bother when you could find some fun instead?
If she was interested, it’d be in a few girls creating a lively battlefield.
However, given their personalities, an intense battlefield was unlikely.
No chance of that.
“I’ll head off first. Take your time talking. Call me if there’s anything I can help with.”
With that said, Mo Rabbit quickly vanished from the theater, unclear where she was going to cause trouble next.
The other girls didn’t care much about Mo Rabbit leaving and started discussing ways to make further advances with the Audience Performer.
With Luo Xi as their starting point, they couldn’t afford to fall behind.
They arrived even earlier than Luo Xi, so why would they miss this opportunity to secure their place?
It’s time to launch a romantic offensive against Night Star Lan.
Of course, this might have to wait until everything settles down first.
Based on the current situation, it’s really not possible to develop any feelings right now.
On the other hand…
Night Star was asking Luo Xi countless questions like ancient information or details about Kuro and the First Generation Star Eclipses.
Luo Xi slowly fulfilled Night Star’s thirst for knowledge.
Whatever Night Star asked, Luo Xi answered completely.
Speaking of the First Generation Star Eclipses, Night Star suddenly got curious about something.
“Luo Xi, speaking of which, why don’t you want to meet the Record Keeper, Perpetual Mechanism, or Judger besides the First Generation? Did they do something to make you unhappy?”
Night Star had wanted to understand this issue for a long time.
After all, there were a couple of First Generation Star Eclipses she was close to.
Like Loti Shana, or the Dream Narrator.
It was only those two, considered friends.
In this timeline, most First Generation Star Eclipses have lifted their Obsession restrictions thanks to Kuro.
In her memory, there was the Uncrowned Wanderer, Hilo, Oya, the Dream Narrator, the deceased Ballad Conductor, and others.
Night Star hadn’t seen the Perpetual Mechanism, Judger, or Record Keeper in this time and didn’t know their status.
But it appeared that only Loti Shana hadn’t lifted her Obsession restrictions.
Looking back, Night Star felt a little awkward.
She had kept Loti Shana under control with the Origin of Kuro, without helping her lift the Obsession restrictions.
Later, when Night Star met young Loti Shana in the future, she had given up the idea of training and bullying her.
Originally planning to free her from the Obsession.
But then she forgot about this because of the issues with Luo Xi.
And later when Kuro fused with the Group Leader, they didn’t release Loti Shana from the Obsession restriction, either.
Thinking about it, Night Star felt a bit awkward.
If Loti Shana knew this, she would probably feel very aggrieved.
Though she wouldn’t show it outwardly and would just cry inside.
But there was always hope.
Even though Kuro ran away,
She still brought back one Luoxi.
Since Luoxi is the Origin of White, she probably had a similar role to Kuro.
Seeing Luoxi might help Loti Shana break her Obsession restriction.
Before that, Night Star needed to make sure there weren’t conflicts between them.
Only in this way could she feel comfortable having them meet.
Naturaly, Luo Xi would answer Night Star’s questions.
“There’s no conflict, just a special situation.”
“What sort of special situation?”
“The other six First Generations are Kuro’s favorites, and even their Obsession restrictions are an abnormal state imposed by Kuro. I have no say in this matter.”
“Huh… Then how about the Perpetual Mechanism, Judger, and Record Keeper?”
“They are my favorites, Kuro has no authority over them and there are no special restrictions, nor are they in Star Eclipses.”
Finally, Night Star understood this.
Turns out, it was a faction setup.
White’s faction is relatively stable with no weird restrictions. Three First Generations can freely explore their interests without scouring the world for the Origin.
Kuro’s faction, however, is a mess.
Not only does it turn them into a bad Star Eclipses, but also restricts their desires, requiring them to seek out Kuro to achieve true freedom.
So Loti Shana cannot lift her Obsession restrictions anytime soon?
How pitiful.
Luo Xi continued.
“As per your requirements, I have no problem with abiding by your rules. Currently, I am yours to command. Even if it involves the First Generation favored by Kuro, the answer’s the same.”
“Can you do that?”
A glimmer of hope returned to Night Star’s eyes.
“Of course, it’s easy.”
