Amidst the cheers that threatened to lift the roof off the Lightyear Stadium, the finals of the Charity Cup had reached their closing stages. This also meant that the first champion of the season was about to be crowned.

The Charity Cup is an invitational tournament, hosted in rotation by various countries, inviting eight teams each year. Because it is sponsored by the Alliance Consortium, it offers good exposure and appearance fees, so even some strong second-tier teams, and even powerhouses, are willing to participate. This also serves as a pre-season warm-up, and its influence has increased year by year, so the prestige of this championship has naturally also increased year by year.

Presently, the Arsenal team's opponent was last year's Galaxy Champion's Cup runner-up, the Starry Sky Libra team from the Tosi Conglomerate, also one of the traditional powerhouses of the Galaxy Celestial Sphere.

And in this match, facing an opponent far superior in strength, the protagonist team's aura in the sports novel once again erupted. They united as one, burning their bridges, as if prepared to stake everything they had on this game.

In addition, before the match, Miss Serena Mao, the 'Spirit of the Stars,' whose popularity had once again soared, performed with passion—this was the famous singer's first public performance since the Navy Day incident—and all the players were immediately buffed, each erupting with two hundred percent of their combat power.

Then, this young team indeed staged a dark horse miracle, completing a major comeback after falling behind.

On the field, the players tossed the young captain, who scored the decisive goal, into the air.

In the stands, fans wept with joy amidst their cheers. Even Yu Lian in the VIP box could not hide his excitement. Although it was just a warm-up match, and merely a 'second-rate trophy' that was better than nothing, he still witnessed a great game that he could truly remember.

If it weren't for the three girls beside him, Gongsun Qing, Serena, and Feifei, who were also cheering and hugging each other, Yu Lian felt he couldn't really join in, but he probably wanted to join their ranks.

Then again, when did you all become so close?

After hugging, Gongsun Qing wiped away her tears: "That's great, the team won, so I can be completely at ease! Then I can go to the Alliance with peace of mind."

"And there's this year's season! Everyone says that with this momentum, we can win the championship this year," Serena said.

Gongsun Qing thought seriously for a moment, then shook her head: "I hope so too, but the possibility is really not great. People, whether in terms of physical strength or spirit, have limits and cycles. Our hard power still has a very obvious gap compared to some Galaxy powerhouses, including the Libra team we just lost to, which is actually still above us. The entire season is a protracted battle of hundreds of rounds, and it can't be won by momentum alone. However, with last year's experience and this rebirth through fire, the team's soul has solidified, just like a swordsman solidifying his sword intent! The team will definitely win the championship, I firmly believe this."

She wiped away her tears again: "Then, I really have no regrets, boo hoo hoo hoo..."

Don't use such a tone as if giving a dying wish!

Of course, starting today, the girls' life chapters have indeed entered a new volume. Ending their girlhood with their beloved team's championship is also a fortunate thing in life.

Also, 'girl' refers to a state of life, not age.

As long as it's the rose-tinted student era, it's all 'girl'!

Miss Serena Mao, the 'Spirit of the Stars,' had officially signed a contract with Universe Group, the largest entertainment giant in the All-Galaxy, a week ago.

"Actually, I was still a bit hesitant... Universe Group! Such a big company, so many big stars under them, it sounds so scary! Who knows what will happen in the future? I still think the current company is pretty good, everyone is talented, speaks nicely, and treats me especially well, I really like it here."

Nonsense, you're their pillar, they have to treat you like a queen, right?

"But then the boss uncle told me that young people should go out and explore, step out of their comfort zone, and see the world. I think that makes sense... I can definitely give it a try."

"That's because Universe Group offered too much! One hundred million could directly buy out your contract," Yu Lian said.

"Although that's true, it was the company that discovered me after all. With this money, the boss uncle can sign a few more promising newcomers! Hehe, and the company's resources are limited, if I keep hogging the position, others won't have much of a chance." The young girl thought for a moment, then added: "Also, there are wild large Qiong Whale populations within the Commonwealth, taking Xiao Xue there, maybe we can even find his parents."

This also seems like a plan! That hundreds of thousands of tons child really has no obligation to live and die with this country; going back to live with his own kind might be his true destiny.

"What about you and the President?"

"It's no different from before, except now we can meet openly."

"Is he really going to resign?"

"It seems so, and he said he's going to leave with nothing. After this incident, he seems to have come to terms with things. He said that instead of waiting for the senators to impeach him and disgracefully roll out of the Presidential Palace, it's better to resign cleanly. He just needs to ensure a thorough handover so as not to leave hidden dangers for the country."

Yu Lian felt a bit regretful. If the President had shown such a sense of responsibility and magnanimity half a year earlier, his historical evaluation might have gone up another level.

"Don't worry about him. He was a senator for over ten years and President for three, so plenty of big corporations will invite him to be a consultant." Serena Mao waved her hand: "And, he also said he wants to pick up his youthful dreams, write songs for me, and write scripts for me."

According to Serena, President Nockham was also a versatile literary youth in his younger days, the kind of suave scoundrel with the greatest destructive power against naive girls. He probably met her mother that way.

In any case, Mr. Nockham's life in the latter half has something to look forward to. Compared to his fate in another timeline, where he died in Vice Admiral Vincent's coup, he is immeasurably happier.

As for Miss Gongsun Qing, who also made a big splash in the major incident, she now has her own fan club.

Her graceful sword dance, her domineering spirit, her dignified posture, her jade-like beauty, and her final adorable duck sitting pose were all broadcast through self-streaming to televisions in thousands of households.

It is said that she even has a fan club now.

Thus, the future Miss Sword Saint has become famous ten years ahead of schedule.

However, the subsequent developments did not proceed at all as she had hoped.

"It's strange... A few agencies did come knocking. Among them was Serena's former company. We were even ready to sign, but for some reason, they suddenly all ran away. I then asked Xiao Qing to introduce me to Universe Group, and the gentleman from that company was especially polite, saying he was willing to introduce me to the Guerrilla Association!"

Yu Lian whistled, turning his head to look at the sky, while Feifei couldn't help but roll her eyes at him. She already knew how Yu Lian had tricked people back then.

"Fina was right, for my dream, I should continue to improve myself. I've decided to go to the Alliance with Serena and apply for a master's in Drama Theory at Ocean University! The gentleman from Universe Group said he's willing to help me with the procedures. This time, my family finally didn't object."

This time, Yu Lian stared at Feifei, who then subtly turned her head away.

"Very good, enrich yourself while also looking for performance opportunities there! The center of world cinema is ultimately in Nefi, in the Seven Seas Capital! There are plenty of opportunities, more than on Earth! Gongsun Qing, you can do it!"

Yes, you can do it! The headquarters of the Guerrilla Association is also in the Seven Seas Capital, with your personality, you will definitely have more opportunities to 'enrich' yourself! Gongsun Qing, become a Sword Saint even faster than in your previous life!

"...Speaking of which, Yu Lian, are you planning to continue being a soldier?" Gongsun Qing added.

Yu Lian's intuition told him that she had something more to say.

"The gentleman from Universe Group asked me to ask for your opinion. They received a request from the Guerrilla Association, saying that if you are interested, the remuneration would be quite generous."

The Association's actions are so fast! It's indeed the style of the organization he was familiar with. If he weren't an active Commonwealth soldier, they probably would have sent people directly to his door to invite him.

Compared to the noble Knights of the Star Realm Knight Order and the divine warrior monks of the Virtual Spirit Temple, the style of this organization actually aligns quite well with Yu Lian's aesthetic and values.

Unfortunately, in his previous life, they were comrades for a very short time, but enemies for a very long time.

As for this life, perhaps it is also destined to be so.

"I am an Earthling, a Commonwealth soldier," Yu Lian said.

Gongsun Qing nodded. Even someone as naturally oblivious as her had already guessed Yu Lian's choice.

"I think the Commonwealth's officer uniform really suits you," she said with a smile.

"Hmm, I think so too," Serena added in a muffled tone.

"Keep up the good work in the army too, Captain! I look forward to seeing you in a Marshal's uniform one day!"

"Hmm, but before becoming a Marshal, it's best to be a gentle gentleman first. Otherwise, ugh!"

Then these two girls suddenly realized they seemed to have said something extraordinary, and both shivered, looking at Feifei, who was smiling like a flower beside them.

"You have excellent taste!" Fina laughed.

Yu Lian instinctively felt that the subsequent developments would be very interesting and wanted to keep watching, but at this moment, his terminal rang. Someone was calling.

He looked at the screen; there was no caller ID, but a blue, ancient shield emblem appeared. This was the symbol of the newly established Commonwealth Psionic Unit, the Blue Guards.

Yu Lian knew that his happy and short vacation had come to an end.