Chapter 79: DLC | Personal Feelings

### Chapter 79: DLC | Personal Feelings

Lin Qingshan revisited the final scenes of *Edge Walker* through his digitized memory files. His diamond-level ability, [Digitized Memory], allowed him to store all memories as files, making it impossible for him to forget anything, including memories from his past life.

He began by sketching detailed outlines of the final scenes—depicting powerful enemies, the pain of losing close friends, self-sacrifice for loved ones, and the final, grand death.

His master-level [Artistic Kaleidoscope] and the vivid images in his digitized memory enabled him to recreate the anime's scenes almost perfectly.

Yet, as he looked at these familiar images, his eyes welled up with tears. Despite having seen this conclusion countless times, the sadness and frustration remained.

Even though he was frustrated and sorrowful, he had to complete this grand final chapter!

After finishing the sketches, Lin Qingshan began adding colors. His golden-level ability, [Color Palette], allowed him to mix and create the desired colors with ease.

Characters and scenes, whether menacing or melancholic, came to life on the page with rich colors. As he completed the last illustration, Lin Qingshan's hand trembled slightly.

Finishing this part was emotionally taxing. Despite being a mere adapter and not the original creator, he still felt deeply for the characters' fates.

Even for a creator, providing the protagonist and other righteous characters with a sad or regretful ending would be heart-wrenching.

Finally, he was left with the task of adding speech bubbles and dialogue.

As he worked on this, the doorbell rang.

Startled, Lin Qingshan realized the only people who might visit him were Gu Qianli and Itou Ayumi. He went to answer the door, not feeling pressed for time since he wasn't on a strict deadline.

Pochita followed him to the door.

Upon opening it, he saw Gu Qianli standing outside.

"Qianli, good afternoon."

Lin Qingshan greeted her.

Gu Qianli noticed his wet eyes and was taken aback. Lin Qingshan usually appeared cheerful, so seeing him in tears was surprising.

"Qingshan, are you...?"

Gu Qianli's voice trembled with concern.

"Eh? What's wrong? Am I not okay today?"

Lin Qingshan scratched his head, not realizing his wet eyes had led to a misunderstanding.

"You seem to have been crying?"

Gu Qianli said, feeling anxious.

"Oh, that..."

Lin Qingshan touched his wet eyes and realized he had become emotional while working.

"I was working on the final chapter of *Edge Walker*..." he said, feeling a bit embarrassed. "It got a bit overwhelming."

Gu Qianli followed Lin Qingshan into his studio, where she saw numerous illustrations of *Edge Walker*.

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"Ah, the final chapter of *Edge Walker*?" she said, understanding but feeling uneasy.

If the final chapter of *Edge Walker* made Lin Qingshan emotional, did that mean it was a tragic ending? She wondered why Lin Qingshan, who promised not to kill off Lucy, would still end up with a sad conclusion.

She wanted to ask but stopped herself, realizing she had no right to interfere with his creative process.

"Sorry for interrupting your work, Qingshan."

Gu Qianli said apologetically.

"It's fine, really. The story and visuals have long been in my mind," Lin Qingshan said, waving it off. "I'm nearly done with this part—just need to add speech bubbles and dialogue."

"And the final part of the plot?"

Gu Qianli was puzzled.

"I plan to include a crossover with the game *Cyberpunk 2077*, featuring the game's player characters in the final scenes of *Edge Walker*."

Lin Qingshan explained honestly.

This crossover would also serve as a promotion for *Cyberpunk 2077*. The better the game's promotion, the higher its sales, and he would benefit from a percentage of the profits.

He planned to have V appear at the Afterlife bar, ordering a "David Martinez" drink, and toasting to "David Martinez, the legend of Night City."

"Game? *Cyberpunk 2077*?" Gu Qianli was surprised. She wasn't aware of Lin Qingshan's involvement in the game's development.

"Is it a spin-off of *Edge Walker*?" she guessed.

(End of Chapter)