Honkai Star Rail: Starting With Marrying Acheron

Maybe it was to show off her recent life, or maybe she just wanted to flaunt her outfit today.

Firefly twirled in front of Lin Shuang, her waist twisting gracefully.

"Thanks to your cake, I've been so happy lately. Kafka gave me a bunch of clothes and accessories. This set was her recommendation too. What do you think?"

The skirt flared as her slender waist swayed, like a flower blooming under the falling light.

Reflecting Firefly's smile, the entire room seemed to glow, making her the brightest presence in it.

The scene was so beautiful it looked like a painting, and Lin Shuang couldn't help but smile.

A simple dress, light makeup, a handbag, and flat shoes.

The girl in front of her looked much more relaxed than before.

Or rather, she seemed to be gradually adapting to this kind of life.

So—

"You're very beautiful, Firefly. Today, and in the future, you'll only become more dazzling."

Lin Shuang praised her openly, looking forward to seeing her smile even more brightly in the days to come.

"Hehe~"

Being complimented so directly, Firefly covered her mouth and giggled.

Her fluffy long hair bounced on her shoulders, giving her a playful charm.

"Kafka isn't as exaggerated as you. How can you be so sure what I'll become in the future?"

Still smiling, Firefly sat beside Lin Shuang, smoothing out her skirt as she did, carrying herself like an elegant lady. Maybe she learned this from Kafka?

Lin Shuang smiled slightly.

Are you slowly getting used to this kind of life?

"Just a feeling."

Lin Shuang responded, taking out the console and its controller.

Even now, gaming devices with physical buttons hadn't completely disappeared from the market. They were still quite popular among hardcore gamers.

Silver Wolf loved them, but Lin Shuang didn't particularly care.

Rubbing the joystick, she continued, "Or rather, I hope you shine even brighter in the name of Firefly."

"Thank you, Lin Shuang."

"No need to be so serious about it."

Lin Shuang, amused, handed her a controller. "So? What game did you bring today?"

"I don't know. Silver Wolf gave them all to me. Want to try them one by one?"

Firefly seemed excited.

She turned on the projection screen, tilting her head towards Lin Shuang, coming so close their faces nearly touched.

The warmth of Firefly was unmistakable, almost as if it left an imprint on Lin Shuang.

But her focus remained on the game menu.

The cursor moved continuously, pausing over each title as she carefully read the names and descriptions.

"...Did Silver Wolf recommend anything? I'll look for it."

Maybe it was because Firefly often controlled Sam in battle, but Silver Wolf's game choices leaned more toward fun two-player co-op and story-driven RPGs.

At first, Firefly seemed hesitant.

She would always cautiously ask for Lin Shuang's opinion—was it fun? Was she playing well?

But soon, she became immersed in the game.

Lin Shuang gradually noticed Firefly's nature as a swift and decisive warrior.

She never voiced unnecessary opinions about objectives or strategies.

She had only one response—execution.

Efficient, capable, and focused.

As Firefly sank deeper into the game, these qualities became more pronounced.

Lin Shuang, seeing this shift in demeanor, occasionally stole glances at her expression.

Because the purpose of playing games together was to relax and have fun.

She didn't want to see Firefly as a warrior in battle.

Lin Shuang didn't know what her past—her memories of Glamoth and battles—meant to her.

When she named herself 'Firefly,' was she rejecting 'Sam'?

So, Lin Shuang could only observe carefully.

However, after another successful co-op stage—

Firefly threw up her hands in excitement, jumping up from her seat. Her skirt fluttered, her bright smile shining.

Lin Shuang realized she had been overthinking it.

Firefly was much stronger than she had imagined.

Her gentleness and occasional clumsiness only appeared when she was around Lin Shuang—because she 'didn't understand' her.

"I cleared the stage with just one life! Lin Shuang! Hehehe~"

Firefly grinned happily, then suddenly realized she had jumped up without thinking. Shyly, she flopped back onto the sofa.

She leaned into Lin Shuang, her red cheeks still carrying the glow of excitement.

"Yeah, let's keep dominating."

Lin Shuang responded to her enthusiasm with a smile and held up her palm.

"High-five?"

Firefly blinked, her face turning slightly pink. Through her fingers, she peeked at Lin Shuang's expression as if embarrassed.

Just as Lin Shuang was about to ask what was wrong, Firefly hesitantly raised her hand and placed it against Lin Shuang's palm.

But it didn't stop there.

Before Lin Shuang could react—

Firefly intertwined their fingers together.

"...???"

Lin Shuang was stunned, especially when she saw Firefly's slightly shy but brilliant smile.

Then, realization struck.

Oh no. Had Firefly never done a high-five before?

Silver Wolf, you always game with Firefly, and you've never once high-fived her? Seriously??

But… to be honest, Firefly's hands were unbelievably soft.

Unlike Lin Shuang or Acheron, whose hands were calloused from wielding weapons, Firefly's were as smooth as a newborn baby.

"Ahem..."

Looking at their intertwined fingers, Lin Shuang had to admit—she was thinking about it too much.

Clearing her throat, she looked at Firefly, who was still watching her curiously, and explained,

"Uh… I meant a high-five, not… interlocking fingers. Otherwise, we can't keep playing."

"Ah…!"

Firefly froze, her smile stiffening.

Then, her face turned completely red, like a steaming kettle about to burst.