"Takagi, are we going to travel to the Herta Space Station next?" Paimon asked curiously.
Hearing Paimon's words, Bronya, Natasha, and others immediately looked over nervously. Although they knew Takagi would eventually leave Belobog, they didn't want him to leave so soon.
"What are you thinking, Paimon? You haven't even had time to properly explore Belobog yet. Why are you already thinking of going to the Herta Space Station?" Takagi wagged his finger at Paimon, then continued: "The crisis in Belobog has been temporarily resolved. Your strength is also sufficient for you to travel here. For the next period of time, take a good look around here. As for the Herta Space Station, wait for the second trip. Of course, provided you can draw a ticket."
Paimon: "Eh! Do we need tickets next time?"
Takagi: "You don't think you can freeload every time, do you?"
Paimon: "No... is that not allowed?"
Takagi: "Of course not. Even if I agree, everyone who wants to leave Teyvat wouldn't agree."
[Grand Sage Azar: Indeed, how could you possibly take advantage every time?]
[Dottore: There are only 5 tickets, and countless Teyvat people must want to get these 5 tickets.]
[Tartaglia: As I am now, I really want to fight against the strong people outside of Teyvat.]
[Eula: Even I want to take Takagi's Astral Express.]
[Yae Miko: I really want to chat with Takagi inside the train.]
Paimon looked at everyone's messages and could only choose to give up.
"Alright, everyone go back. At this time, Bronya should still have many things to deal with," Takagi said, looking at Bronya. Although the battle with Cocolia took place in Everwinter Hill, the citizens of the Administrative District must have noticed the situation. Both emotionally and logically, an explanation needs to be given to the citizens about what happened.
Everyone had no objection to Takagi's words and turned around to leave. As for Takagi, after saying goodbye to everyone, he came to the universe space alone. Cocolia's matter has been resolved. It's time to meet an Aeon.
As Takagi activated the reward, he only felt a shift in light and shadow before his eyes. A blurry yet massive illusory figure appeared before him.
"Not Abundance, not Preservation, not Destruction... which means... is it Trailblaze?" Takagi was about to try and see the appearance of the illusory figure when an unknown energy quickly flew out and entered his body. In an instant, Takagi felt the Imaginary Energy within him begin to increase at an extremely exaggerated speed. Not only that, but it seemed that a certain authority had also fallen into his hands.
He didn't know how much time had passed, but when Takagi came back to his senses, the illusory figure had already disappeared.
"As expected, it's the Aeon of Trailblaze. Although this time I didn't see the Astral Express, I still couldn't see the appearance of Akivili." Takagi shook his head. Although there was some regret, his attention quickly shifted to the power he had gained.
"The power of an Emanator of Trailblaze is indeed strong. And this authority... it's really interesting. Could it be an authority that has been modified by the system? Or does Akivili itself possess such power?" Takagi murmured, looking at his personal panel.
Now, having become an Emanator, he can not only create an Astral Express with his own ability but also create teleportation points for it to travel through. It's not traveling along the star rail, but truly traversing between two points—just like how he uses the train to travel between Teyvat and Belobog. If he wanted to, he could even build a train and give it to the Teyvat people to use. Then, he only needed to build teleportation points. The Teyvat people would then be able to come to Belobog through the train built by Takagi. Of course, such a train would not increase the possibility of Teyvat people embarking on a Path.
"Speaking of which, I could build a train and place it in Mondstadt, letting Acting Grand Master Jean help look after it. This way, some people who are willing to come to Belobog for adventure can travel via the Star Rail. Belobog can also obtain some resources from these adventurers from Teyvat."
The more Takagi thought about it, the more feasible he felt this plan was. As long as Bronya, representing Belobog, and Jean, representing Mondstadt, were willing to sign a tourism treaty, Takagi would be willing to facilitate this. This way, the adventurers from Mondstadt would get the adventure they desired, and Belobog, which lacked resources, could also obtain supplies. Didn't Diluc just say in the forum that he was interested in doing a wine business in Belobog? Takagi was very happy to help people like Diluc realize such ideas.
Of course, there still needed to be corresponding travel rules. Takagi would not welcome some of the 'giant babies' from Mondstadt. And for those who wanted to come to Belobog to steal technology, or even the Stellaron, Takagi would certainly not allow them.
"Anyway, it's all through fixed-point teleportation. It shouldn't cause the threats of the universe to notice Teyvat. Afterwards, I'll ask Jean and Bronya for their thoughts. If both sides have no objections, I can help connect Belobog and Mondstadt."
After making a decision, Takagi began to use his authority to create the train. Before long, a brand new Astral Express appeared before him. Takagi stepped into the train and was instantly attracted by a rabbit wearing clothes.
"Pom-Pom?" Takagi asked tentatively.
"Are you going to name me Pom-Pom, Navigator?" the cute rabbit asked happily.
"Uh, about that... you should still be called Pom-Pom 2." Takagi realized that the train he created would come with a conductor similar to Pom-Pom. But this was also good. With a Pom-Pom 2 whose strength was even greater than the previous Stellaron-boosted Cocolia, Takagi could also feel more at ease allowing the Teyvat people to come to Belobog.
Takagi: "Take me around, Pom-Pom 2."
Pom-Pom 2: "Okay, Navigator!"
Universe.
An Astral Express was rapidly traveling towards its destination along the star rail. Inside, the crew members March 7th and Dan Heng were chatting with Welt Yang. Himeko, the Navigator, was asking Pom-Pom, the conductor, if he needed coffee. Just then, the train suddenly erupted with a dazzling yet very gentle light.
"Wh-what happened? Why is the train suddenly covered in light?" March 7th looked around nervously.
"Don't panic, March 7th. I don't feel any danger from this light. This light... should be the Trailblaze Power." Welt Yang pushed up his glasses.
"Indeed. This power is not only not dangerous, but it seems to be strengthening the Astral Express," Himeko said. Even someone as composed as her was extremely surprised. She lowered her head to look at Pom-Pom and asked: "Pom-Pom, do you know what happened?"
Pom-Pom shook his head and said: "Pom-Pom doesn't know what happened either, Pom-Pom. It's just, I feel like a very strong Trailblaze Power has awakened somewhere in the universe."
Himeko: "A very strong Trailblaze Power... one that can even affect our train..."
March 7th: "Could it be that someone has become a Pathstrider of Trailblaze?"
Dan Heng: "The Aeon has disappeared, so logically, no one should become a Pathstrider of Trailblaze anymore."
March 7th: "Maybe Akivili is alive again? By the way, could it be that the Aeon is alive again, which is why our train has been strengthened?"
Dan Heng: "According to common sense, there shouldn't be such a possibility."
Welt Yang: "What do you think, Himeko?"
Himeko smiled and looked out the window: "I think, no matter what happened, it should be a good thing for us. Let's continue the journey. If we are fated, we will learn the truth."
Belobog.
Administrative District Plaza.
"Big Brother, it's really you!" Takagi was watching Bronya's speech in the crowd when a voice full of enthusiasm came over.
"Hook, it's you. Clara is here too." Takagi turned and looked at Hook and Clara running over with a smile.
"Big Brother, you really connected the Overworld and the Underworld!" Clara said excitedly.
"Yes, yes! Sister Natasha told me you're a hero!" Hook said happily.
"Hook and Clara are also heroes. I know you two also did a lot of things." Takagi placed his hands on their little heads. When the two heard this, they were even happier.
"Big Brother Takagi, can we go play together? Hook wants to take a good look at the fun places in the Overworld!" Hook held Takagi's hand and said expectantly.
"I'll take you to play later, Hook." Takagi rubbed Hook's little head and looked at Bronya who was walking over.
"Takagi, you're back." Bronya was full of smiles.
"The speech was great, Bronya." Takagi said.
"Thank you, Takagi." However, soon, she showed a worried expression again. "Takagi, you won't blame me, right?"
Takagi shook his head: "No, don't worry." Of course, he knew that what Bronya was talking about was Cocolia's matter. After all, in Bronya's speech, she didn't actually state what Cocolia had done to preserve her mother's reputation.
"On the contrary, you were able to unseal the districts in such a short time and actively mobilize everyone—that surprised me," Takagi said.
"I definitely couldn't have done it alone. But with Natasha, Seele, Gepard, and Jean's help, I was able to do these things so quickly." Bronya said, looking gratefully at Acting Grand Master Jean. Jean also smiled and nodded in response.
"Just right—Jean and Bronya are both here. I have something I want to ask for your opinions on." Takagi paused, and continued in their curious expressions: "Acting Grand Master Jean, Bronya, you two are now the spokespersons for Mondstadt and Belobog respectively. So, are you interested in having Mondstadt and Belobog interact with each other?"
[Diona: Interact? What does that mean?]
[Venti: Is Takagi planning to build a bridge between Mondstadt and Belobog?]
[La Signora: How is that possible? How could Mondstadt get such a benefit?]
[Kaeya: It seems your idea of going to Belobog to do business is about to come true, Diluc.]
[Diluc: Yes, I'm very interested.]
"Takagi, are you planning to have Mondstadt and Belobog engage in trade?" Lumine brought Paimon closer and asked curiously.
"That's right! I've built a new train. If Jean agrees, I plan to place it in Mondstadt so that people interested in traveling to Belobog can come and see. And Belobog can also obtain supplies from these tourists. However, it's worth mentioning that taking a train to Belobog will not be as easy as you stepping onto a Path. Similarly, to come here, you must strictly adhere to the conditions I provide. Those with poor character or unfriendly intentions should not even think about coming. I especially need to mention: some 'giant babies' in Mondstadt shouldn't think about coming to Belobog. And don't think about making things difficult for Jean because you can't come. These are all my decisions."
Jean: "Gi... giant babies?!"
[Beidou: Did I hear that right? Takagi actually built a new train and plans to leave it in Mondstadt?]
[Alhaitham: Mondstadt is truly lucky. Even if they can't step onto a Path, being able to go to another world is already a wonderful thing.]
[Ningguang: If only Takagi could also come to Liyue and leave a train there as well.]
[Yae Miko: Takagi, hurry and come to Inazuma! I will hold a grand welcome ceremony for you.]
[Raiden Shogun: Forbidden!]
[Charlotte: Is it still time for me to go to Mondstadt and apply to travel to Belobog? I'll only do interviews, definitely no trouble!]
[Navia: I'm afraid everyone in Mondstadt who wants to go to Belobog will fill up the train.]
[Neuvillette: Speaking of which, wasn't the Astral Express built by the Trailblaze Aeon? Takagi can build a train... could Takagi be Akivili?]
[Furina: This must be a joke.]
[Venti: It's not entirely impossible, ehe.]
[Dottore: The mystery surrounding Takagi is getting thicker and thicker.]
"Takagi, you're not really the Trailblaze Aeon, are you?" Paimon flew in front of Takagi and asked curiously. Hearing this, Bronya couldn't help but be startled.
"Don't let your imagination run wild; I'm not the Aeon. The reason I can build a train is just my special ability." Takagi waved his hand and looked at Jean and Bronya. "So, what do you two think about my proposal?"
"I have no objection. If we can obtain supplies from Jean's country, it will be beneficial to Belobog. If tourists come to visit, we will also do our best to ensure their safety," Bronya nodded.
"I have no objection either. Lord Barbatos and the Grand Master have already agreed. They also said thank you, Takagi, for giving this opportunity," Jean smiled.
Allowing Mondstadt and Belobog to connect is something Jean, Venti, and others greatly desired. Although the environment in Belobog is not great, there are still many things worth learning. Moreover, leaving a train in Mondstadt can invisibly raise its international status.
"So, the preliminary agreement is reached. Here are some conditions I have provided. You two can discuss further and list some of your own." Takagi handed over the paper listing the conditions for people he allows to come to Belobog. Jean and Bronya took the paper and immediately began to study it.