Starry Sky Railway: Twin Origins

Chapter 310 The Last Spark

At Aglaia's suggestion, the group went to the center of the cosmic vortex and poured the fire that symbolized death into the basin of water.

As the spark fell into the basin of water, a brand new star was lit, and its ripple-like light quickly spread throughout the space.

Of the twelve stars that hung like jewels above the center of the cosmic vortex, only three remained dim and lifeless.

"Are there three embers left?"

Lin Qiong raised his head and stared at the starry sky, his gaze sweeping over the three dark stars one by one.

"Alas, it's a pity there wasn't enough time."

Lin Qiong slowly withdrew his gaze and let out a helpless sigh: "There's only one day left... I really don't know if I can collect all the remaining embers."

To be honest, if conditions allowed, he really wanted to stay in this world and see for himself what the "re-creation" was like.

But since he had promised Lycus that he would leave Onphalus after it repaired the carriage, he naturally had to keep his promise.

Furthermore, having not been able to contact the train for so long, the two senior passengers on board, who are like elders to their families, must be getting anxious by now.

I really should go back as soon as possible to put their minds at ease.

Just as Lin Qiong was lost in his thoughts, an elegant voice came from behind him.

"Don't worry, there's only one spark left that we really need to recover."

He was slightly taken aback, and subconsciously looked behind him in the direction of the voice, only to find that the person who spoke was Aglaia.

It turned out that she had overheard his unintentional sigh.

"Only one spark left?"

Lin Qiong turned around to re-check the unlit stars, then asked in confusion, "Aren't there still three patterns that aren't lit?"

“Yeah, it looks like we’re still missing three more sparks, right?” Hoshino chimed in.

Aglaia did not answer immediately, but smiled slightly and slowly walked to the side of the two.

“At that moment, Xia, that scholar from the Tree Garden, I think you have already met him.”

She gently raised her hand, and though she was blind, she could still point precisely to a star that had not yet lit up.

The two looked in the direction Aglaia raised her hand, and saw that the star she was pointing to had a pattern that resembled both a snowflake and a split tree branch.

“The spark of wisdom now resides within him,” Aglaia explained.

Upon hearing this, Lin Qiong nodded thoughtfully; he did recall this.

At that moment, after they had defeated the Fire Thief Walker in the Tree Garden, Xia, who was possessed by the wise Titan "Cersith," happened to appear in front of them.

"That's still two short."

Lin Qiong glanced sideways at the other two dim stars, and he recognized the round star that resembled the sun.

The throne of the world is inscribed by Fale.

This pattern can be seen almost everywhere in Ohmma, from large decorations on buildings to small toys in children's hands.

When they toured the city, Bai'e had specifically explained its origin to everyone.

Just as Lin Qiong was looking at the star that represented Kefal, Aglaia's voice rang out softly again.

"The spark that has tarnished the world... I'm curious where it's currently hidden, aren't I?"

Aglaia seemed to see right through Lin Qiong's thoughts, knowing exactly where his gaze was fixed.

"How did you know I was watching...?" Lin Qiong's body trembled as if he had been electrocuted, and his eyes widened involuntarily, filled with astonishment.

But then he shook his head, dismissing his doubts, and changed his tune, saying, "Never mind that, do you know where this spark is hidden?"

Lin Qiong asked this question because among the several locations of the fire seeds provided by Lai Gushi, the only one lacking information was about the "Burning World Fire Seed".

This is like watching a movie, and just as the story is about to end, the screen is suddenly cut off.

The most crucial part was suddenly missing, leaving only a huge question swirling in my mind.

This feeling is absolutely awful.

"of course."

When asked, Aglaia nodded slightly, a faint smile always playing on her lips.

"The spark that extinguished the world is now hidden in Ohma."

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After leaving the core of the cosmic vortex, Lin Qiong subconsciously glanced at his phone and saw that the time on the screen had already crossed the midnight mark.

In other words, it was the middle of the night in Ohma.

Even in the dead of night, the sky over Ohma remained as bright as day thanks to the continuous operation of the Dawn Machines.

If one didn't know this was Onphalos, anyone would feel as if they were still in Pinocchio's twelve never-ending moments.

"It's getting late, you should go back and rest."

Aglaia said to Lin Qiong and Xing.

"Tomorrow morning, I will have Feng Jin and Bai E come to pick you up. Please be prepared for your final battle in Onpharos."

"The final battle..."

Upon hearing this, Lin Qiong put his phone back in his pocket, and his mind automatically began replaying the words the other person had spoken in the Genesis Vortex—

"Please defeat the Sky Titan 'Aigler' and bring the last spark of life back to Ohma!"

He took a deep breath, looked up at the ever-present daylight above, and murmured softly, "The last day... I hope nothing unexpected happens."

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