On the spiral staircase of the Bronze Spire, two completely distinct types of Star Energy fiercely collided in the air. The crackling energy ripples caused the staircase railings to tremble subtly, and the atmosphere was thick with tension.
During this confrontation, the Guardians of Chen Xing and Jing Liuli both sensed the subtly wrong atmosphere.
The two Guardians, usually so low-key they were nearly invisible, both discreetly took half a step forward, mutually deterring the other.
Seeing this, Chen Kong and Liu Ma at the base of the staircase simultaneously sucked in a cold breath.
They were forced back by the terrifying, Calamity-level Star Energy pressure until their backs hit the cold wall, finally stopping their retreat.
Liu Ma wiped the cold sweat from his brow and muttered softly, "Woah, a confrontation between Calamity-levels. I haven't seen anything this scary in a long time."
Chen Kong nodded with lingering fear.
It was only because Fox and Mei Ling weren't targeting them; otherwise, these two small-fry wouldn't just be unable to stand—it would be questionable if they could even walk out of here alive.
At the same time, upon sensing the sudden appearance of the two Calamity-level auras, the branch Star Envoys on the roof of the Bronze Spire, who had previously maintained a respectful distance, curiously gathered around.
Yu Chen, who led the group, poked Chen Kong's arm as he approached, looking solemnly at the two Calamity-level Guardians nearby. He quietly asked, "What's going on, Kong? What's the situation here?"
Chen Kong thought for a moment before hesitantly saying, "The situation is a bit complicated. Hard to explain."
"How complicated?"
Chen Kong seriously pondered for two seconds.
"More complicated than the circuit boards in an Artificer Star Envoy's brain."
Yu Chen imagined the scene and instantly showed an expression of realization.
"Then it is indeed very complicated."
Soon after Yu Chen finished speaking, Jing Liuli suddenly let out a soft laugh in the distance.
The next second, the purple butterflies surrounding her slowly dispersed, turning into fragmented specks of light and vanishing into thin air.
"Xing, perhaps we should talk."
Chen Xing was silent for a moment, and the crimson flames of the Demon Blade behind him receded like a tide, leaving only a faint flush on the tips of his hair.
Seeing this, the Guardians on both sides tacitly set up a translucent Star Energy barrier, isolating all external perception and ensuring that the content of Chen Xing and Jing Liuli's conversation would not be leaked.
However, this action also sealed off a certain individual who had just finished a negotiation and was watching the situation through a Dimensional Screen.
So, what exactly did they talk about?
Inside the Steam Furnace, Tendo looked at the sudden blurriness on the Dimensional Screen and couldn't help but be curious.
In the Dimensional Screen, he could only see two vague figures talking in low voices, with even the Star Energy fluctuations filtered clean by the barrier.
Tsk, so professionally done. It looks like they are discussing something significant.
Thinking this, Tendo immediately prepared to go out himself to see what was happening outside.
But before he could act, a conspicuous golden text suddenly appeared before him.
[Ding! It has been detected that the popularity of the "Stars" series has met the requirement. The Movie Prequel has officially started!]
[Confirmed Main Cast for the Movie: Chen Kong, Vivian, Liu Ma, Isabella, Tendo Simei, Chen Xing, Jing Liuli, Caroline, Danica]
[Movie Title: The Grand Seaborne Music Hall]
[Movie Synopsis: Jing Liuli's stunning performance triggers a sense of crisis in the 'Star Frost Faction' of the Frost Tone Family. They plot to disrupt her Rank 3 promotion ceremony. This music festival, held aboard the luxury liner 'Star Dream,' will become a stage for multiple factions to contend.]
[Note: During the movie period, you can obtain exclusive Movie Popularity points to exchange for exclusive Movie rewards.]
[Upon Movie broadcast settlement, different rewards will be granted based on the Movie Popularity Ranking:]
[Cumulative Popularity Rank 3: 2 × Current Movie Popularity Points]
[Cumulative Popularity Rank 2: 4 × Current Movie Popularity Points + Character Exclusive Custom Poster × 1 + Exclusive Character Merchandise Gift Pack]
[Cumulative Popularity Rank 1: 10 × Current Movie Popularity Points + Character Exclusive Custom Poster × 3 + Exclusive Character Merchandise Gift Pack + Permanent Movie Art Style]
[Note: Movie Popularity can be converted unidirectionally into Regular Popularity. Regular Popularity cannot be converted into Movie Popularity.]
[Permanent Movie Art Style: Every appearance will automatically trigger movie-level refined visuals, and grant a special 'Charm Bonus' effect in the Stars world.]
Tendo looked at the 'Movie Prequel' notification that suddenly appeared before him, his eyes filled with interest.
Especially the reward named 'Permanent Movie Art Style,' which immediately made Tendo recognize its immense value.
Gaining this permanent privilege would mean that no matter where Tendo appeared, he would essentially come with his own spotlight and special effects, making him a naturally magnetic focal point.
For him, who needed a large amount of Popularity, this was a custom-made exclusive privilege!
Plotting the Grand Seaborne Music Hall
Apart from the reward, the cast list for this movie also greatly concerned Tendo.
Originally, he had planned to proactively seek out Caroline in the First Floating City, Star Orbit Corridor, before the third season premiered.
But now, it seemed he might not need to bother.
Counting carefully, it had been a full six years since he had last met Caroline.
He wondered what the outcome of their meeting in this movie would be.
The remaining matter that concerned Tendo was the 'villain' that would appear in the movie: the 'Star Frost Faction of the Frost Tone Family.'
While Tendo didn't know much about this so-called 'Star Frost Faction,' given the usual style of the Stars production team, since they had explicitly listed him in the main cast for the movie, these 'Star Frost Faction' members would definitely not be simple.
One must remember that with his current strength, he was almost unbeatable below the Calamity-level.
Therefore, if the Stars production team wanted the movie to be more engaging, the 'Star Frost Faction' would need to summon at least one Calamity-level expert to cause trouble.
Coupled with Jing Liuli's special status and importance within the Frost Tone Family, Tendo speculated that this 'Seaborne Music Hall' farce would likely be much more lively than he imagined.
The Grand Seaborne Music Hall, huh...
Tendo gazed at the movie information on the screen, beginning to contemplate how he should intervene in this grand drama, and in what capacity, to acquire the Popularity he desired.
How to steal the show... that was an art form that required careful planning.
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