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Chapter 229: The First Mirror Catcher, the 'Suppression' Etched into Bloodline
"Somewhat amusing, Will thought."
Ainet chuckled softly, eyes fixed on the Tactical Tablet displaying reports on Tian Dao’s actions in Steam Capital. The emergency alert had been sent from Liam, the branch head of Steam Branch, the very moment Tian Dao stepped into the Steam Furnace. Though the report didn’t yet include details of their subsequent negotiation, the few key lines were enough for Ainet to see right through Tian Dao’s entire game.
"This little Stellar prodigy, vanished for six years... he clearly counted on my old nature. He knew I’d handle the aftermath."
A faint smirk tugged at his lips.
"If anyone else dared to manipulate me like this, I’d have taught them the meaning of sky and earth."
"But this kid..." Ainet rubbed his chin, then turned to Valentina. "Valentina, inform the Ironcrown faction. That’s all. No further moves."
"If they go too far, I won’t mind personally dropping by to discuss the demolition of the Third Floating Kong City."
"Understood."
Valentina nodded, her black hair swaying gently with the motion. She turned to leave—only for Ainet to call her back.
"By the way, send word to the Steam Guild as well. Once Tian Dao settles affairs in Steam Capital, he’s to come to Star Track Corridor to see me."
Ainet paused, tapping the tablet’s screen.
"I’ve long claimed Dragong is dead. But many still doubt. Were it not for my restraint, someone would’ve already gone hunting for him."
He looked out at the sky, now veiled by thickening clouds. His voice carried a rare weight.
"I don’t know where Dragong hides. But I know this boy—Tian Dao—knows something."
"Got it."
With no further orders, Valentina finally stepped away. The afternoon quiet returned to the training ground.
Yet Ainet didn’t resume his punches. Instead, he stared down at the Tactical Tablet in his hands.
His fingertip brushed the screen. A pale blue holographic interface flared to life before him.
Moments later, the latest dossier on Tian Dao materialized in the air.
Name: Tian Dao Siming
Rank: Second-Level Perfect Awakening / One-Time Stellar Core Awakening
Stellar Source: Vector Control
Stellar Core: Star-Eclipse Eye
Base Stats: Strength S+, Agility S+, Mind S+, Vitality S+, Precision S+, Stellar Energy Value S+
Evaluation: "A monster defying all norms—beyond quantification by basic metrics." — Valentina
"Even Valentina used 'monster'?"
Ainet let out a low laugh.
He knew Valentina too well.
To her, most so-called 'geniuses' were just flashy failures. Only a handful had ever earned her rare praise—let alone the word 'monster.'
Kalolin. Chen Xing. Jing Ruli.
And now, Valentina hadn’t even spoken a word—but her immediate rush to him upon receiving the news spoke volumes.
She was itching to see Tian Dao.
Tian Dao Siming was Dragong’s most cherished creation. And Valentina—ever eager to challenge that Doctor—wouldn’t miss a chance to observe the peak of the Stellar line.
If Ainet wasn’t mistaken, she was already on her way to Steam Capital.
"Will thought," Ainet murmured, gazing at the sky now swallowed by storm clouds.
For the first time in years, a spark of genuine excitement lit his eyes. The aura of Stellar Energy around him trembled, restless.
"Valentina’s going to get her comeuppance this time."
He didn’t know what Valentina would do once she found Tian Dao—but he had a gut feeling: she’d be in for a harsh lesson.
Because in Tian Dao, he saw a flicker of the past—the same fearless, reckless shadow who once turned the entire Stellar Envoy world upside down.
"Tian Dao Siming," Ainet whispered the name, smiling.
"The more I wait, the more I look forward to the chaos you’ll stir."
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Meanwhile, on the rooftop of the Brass Tower in Steam Capital, Chen Xing stood facing the direction of the Steam Furnace, pondering what to say to Tian Dao once he emerged.
Jing Ruli’s sudden reappearance had thrown off her entire plan.
Before she could settle on a response, Foxes’ aged eyes flickered—just slightly.
"Miss, someone’s approaching on a flying device. Fast. Accompanied by a Catastrophe. It’s definitely Jing Ruli."
Chen Xing’s brow furrowed. Her expression darkened.
"That little purple-haired brat..."
She glanced toward the skyline, gritting her teeth.
"I told her to wait at the Gear Tower. She comes here instead. This isn’t some whim."
Two dark silhouettes shot across the distant horizon.
Then, a crisp, triumphant voice rang down from above—clear and playful, cutting through the air like a blade.
"Hah! Guess who’s here?"
"Big Star Jing Ruli has arrived—come on, welcome me properly!"
Jing Ruli hovered directly above Chen Xing, hands on hips, oversized sunglasses covering her eyes, radiating arrogance.
Before she could strike another pose, a blur shot from the side.
A hand snapped onto her ear.
"Ow! Ow! Let go! My ear’s gonna fall off!"
Chen Xing didn’t say a word. She simply yanked Jing Ruli down, dragging her to the rooftop floor.
The sight of Jing Ruli—once so bold, so defiant—now pinned and silenced, drew a chuckle from the Dimensional Audience.
They remembered only recently, when Jing Ruli had declared, "I go where I please. Chen Xing can’t control me!"
And now? That boast had shattered in a single, effortless move.
In the art of subduing her, Chen Xing remained unmatched—undisputed master among the stars. The First Mirror Catcher.
"HAHA! Classic capture moment!"
"Ruli: I’m fearless! Next second: OWWWW!"
"This is suppression written into DNA, lol!"
(End of Chapter)
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