Live Q&A: I am the Star God of Heaven

Chapter 871 Gathering, Qinxia Amusement Park 16

Kevin: “…I still remember that game. I thought I would lead the team to victory easily as usual, but I didn’t expect that in the third quarter, we didn’t play easily. We even fell behind in the score, and the gap was getting bigger and bigger.

My mind was in a state of confusion. I kept thinking that this might be my last game as a student. I longed to leave a perfect ending for it. I longed to lead everyone to victory as captain, but…"

Alicia: "The more you think about it, the heavier the psychological burden will be?"

"Well, I was constantly getting intercepted, losing rebounds, and missing shots. The atmosphere on the team was getting increasingly tense, and the coach had no choice but to make substitutions. I sat on the bench with my head down, unable to think of any solution. Just as my mind was going blank, a thermos filled with goji berry black tea was handed to me. I looked up and saw Su and Mei."

"Oh?"

"Mei told me that the reason I was able to lead the team step by step to the finals was because I loved basketball itself. I loved the competition and cooperation on the court, and I loved the happiness that basketball brought me.

— so I just have to be ready for the next shot.”

"That's right!"

"Yeah, just be ready for the next shot... Just like the countless times I walked onto the court with a basketball and sweated profusely because of the pressures of graduation, thesis, and job hunting, because basketball itself is the meaning.

The fourth quarter began, and I asked my coach to play again. The score was finally down to two points, but the clock was ticking down to the final five seconds. My teammate passed the ball to me, and I gripped it tightly. Time and the world froze before my eyes, yet my heart remained calm.

So, I threw the basketball forward, as if waving off a heavy burden in my heart. I saw the ball drop into the basket, the numbers on the scoreboard suddenly changed, and everyone stood up and applauded this three-pointer...”

Old memories brought him back to his student days, and a faint smile appeared on Kevin's face.

“…Those were the good times.”

Honkai Impact 3rd Alicia: "Kevin reminisces about the past, and his expression is like that of a big boy who misses the past."

Dr. Honkai Impactorum: "Yeah, when Kevin was in school, it was just like what's in the video now."

Star Dome Railway Bai'e: "Basketball, it sounds like a very popular sport."

Fate Emiya Shirou: "It is indeed very popular. There are often students playing basketball on campus."

Hearing Kevin's sentiment, Alicia also said, "Yes, that must be a very unforgettable moment."

Kevin: "Well, it's a pity now..."

"What's wrong, Kevin?"

"……nothing."

"You only tell half the story, but it will make a beautiful and curious girl sad."

"...Unfortunately, I no longer have time to play basketball after graduation. In fact, Mei, Su, and I haven't sat down to have a full dinner together in the school cafeteria like we used to."

Hua: "Thank you for your hard work, Kevin."

"...It's okay, maybe I'll have time later."

"Eh?"

Alicia: "Well, we have an appointment, Kevin. Let's have a grand party together in the Golden Courtyard next Saturday. How about that? Then let Mei come too."

"...Let's wait until next week."

"But, I've already posted the information in the group chat, and Mei just agreed to it. Look—"

Miss Fairy happily showed him the message, and when he saw the "OK" from the familiar avatar, he nodded slightly.

"...Okay. But, Alicia, why did you send the party invitation ten minutes ago?"

"Hmm? Just give them a heads up so everyone can make arrangements. Look, Chef Qian has already mentioned plans for a feast."

Hua: "I want to help too."

Honkai Impact 3rd Alicia: "Come to think of it, it's been a while since we had a party, hasn't it?"

Honkai Impact 3rd Eden: "Indeed, after all, we all have our own work on weekdays and rarely get together."

Honkai Impact 3rd Kiana: "How about we find a time when everyone is free and have a good party then."

Captain of Honkai Sandongyuan: "That's a good idea. Let's discuss it together later."

Starry Sky Railway March 7: "Hey, party? Can we join?"

Honkai Impact 3rd Alicia: "Of course! Everyone can come to the party if they want!"

Kevin: "Before we have some party time together, can we... find a place to rest for a while?"

Hua: "Kevin, are you still not feeling well?"

"I've said too much, I'm still a little tired, I want to... take a break."

Alicia: "Well, there's a cave over there. We can go there and rest for a while."

After resting in the cave for a while, Alicia left Shandong and met Vita.

Vita: "Hello, beautiful girl, are you a player visiting the Snow Region for the first time?"

Alicia: "Yeah, this pure white world is so beautiful~"

"So, you'll definitely need a reliable guide, right? With just a little bit of love, I can always be by your side~"

"Hmm. Okay, I can give you some love points, but I don't need a guide yet."

Vita was a little surprised when she heard it.

Alicia: "If you become my guide, you'll have to climb up and down the snowy mountains with us. You can't just go wherever you want. This is such a beautiful world, such a rare spectacle. I hope you can enjoy it freely."

"...Free and unfettered?"

"Yes?"

"Since you don't need a guide, why are you paying me with love points? Aren't you afraid of being cheated?"

"Hmm? But you called me a pretty girl, so you must be a very honest person~"

Genshin Impact Thunder Movie: "Vita, honesty? Do these two words match her?"

Honkai Sanwei Tower: "Oh my, Xiaowei, do you think I am a dishonest person?"

Honkai Impact 3rd Ajieta: "Why not, my friend."

Starry Railway Fireworks: "Hahahahaha, Sister Vita is honest and trustworthy, that's really fun!"

At this moment, Qianjie saw the returning Ailishiya: "Why are you the only one back? Where are the other two?"

Alicia: "Master Qian, are you worried about Hua and Kevin? They are resting in a cave in the snowy mountains."

"Don't make wild guesses! Resting? I knew Kevin was unreliable! He's actually resting? Haha, Kevin, is the treasure on the top of the mountain going to fall into my hands?"

"Master Qian, what's this equipment behind you? Hmm, it looks like essential equipment for mountaineering, and there are so many down jackets. Do you want..."

"...Tsk, just taking it out to dry in the sun, what, is that not okay?!"

"Of course."