The first wave of fans who rushed in to check the main text, only to find the page still blank, immediately started making all sorts of wild guesses based on the title and the one-line synopsis.
[“I Picked Up a Traveling Light Brain”
When Si Yao picked up this worn-out light brain, a series of strange travel challenges officially began.
PS: The official update starts tomorrow at 10 p.m. sharp. Looking forward to seeing everyone!
A Bowl of Fish Soup Noodles]
To be honest, when Fish Soup Noodles announced a new book before, he had never included a one-line synopsis. This time, not only was the title revealed before the official launch, but there was also a synopsis.
Could it be that he wanted everyone to anticipate and have some expectations in advance?
[Traveling light brain, what does this mean? It means I guessed right! Is this new book a sister story to Boss Lu Zhen’s story? Instead of the Lu Zhen of Taoyuan Mountain, is it now Boss Lu Zhen traveling across the universe?]
[And what is a worn-out light brain? Is it some new fantastic lucky find? Hehe, I can already imagine everyone starting to walk with their heads down after reading, trying to pick up a light brain.]
[+1111, I’m starting to look early this time. Who knows? Maybe I’ll be the next protagonist! People should dream big!]
Regarding the title and synopsis of Fish Soup Noodles’ new book, many fans believed they had already figured out the plot.
This mysterious, worn-out light brain must be like Domi and the necklace that Bei Xing picked up, or like the countless secret manuals Lin Mu found when he jumped off the cliff in “Rebirth Of The Interstellar Soldier King”.
It was definitely some incredible treasure, picking it up would mean the beginning of a rise to greatness!
Meanwhile, various game companies and novel platforms closely following Yu Mian’s latest updates finally breathed a sigh of relief.
If the story was still about picking up a magical light brain and embarking on a wonderful travel adventure, then the trend of warm, healing, slow-paced stories was clearly going to stay popular for quite a while.
“That’s entirely understandable. Now that this trend has finally taken off, how could he not take the chance to cash in?”
Editor Lei, who had switched jobs, finally felt like he understood Fish Soup Noodles’ thinking.
After all, what normal person would abandon a perfectly good road just to test a single-log bridge every time?
“But I kind of doubt it’ll be that simple. Fish Soup Noodles’ works have never repeated themselves before. Even the two rebirth novels were completely different.”
“Exactly! And the seventh volume of “Rebirth Of The Interstellar Soldier King” was so tragic I still miss my Commander Bol. This proves Fish Soup Noodles is actually great at writing tragedy!”
However, Editor Lei wasn’t satisfied that his authors seemed to have a different opinion.
Even though the most tragic seventh volume of “Rebirth Of The Interstellar Soldier King” had already been released, and the eighth volume was now fully focused on revenge, with the excitement ramping up again…
But as authors, they still vividly remembered that rain of knives from Fish Soup Noodles.
Teacher Fish Soup Noodles, who rarely wrote knives, suddenly gave them out like lunch boxes, and the impact was absolutely devastating!
“Even if you all have a point, this title doesn’t really hint at anything unusual, does it?”
Editor Lei frowned skeptically and reopened the book page, almost tempted to ask Yu Mian why he couldn’t write a more detailed synopsis.
But the reason Yu Mian hadn’t written too much detail was that he was still discussing with Editor Shaxs about which dungeons to finalize.
Mentioning those classic, spine-chilling settings: abandoned school campuses, desolate mountain hospitals, ghost buses heading toward the unknown, cruise ships that lost all contact with the world, ancient and evil mountain village sacrifices…
Every one of them sounded exciting, and Yu Mian wanted to try them all.
[Fish: So, from your perspective, Editor, what’s the best order to arrange the dungeons?]
Yu Mian was earnestly discussing with Editor Shaxs.
Being a native of the Federation Star and also quite familiar with novel writing, Editor Shaxs should have the most insightful judgment.
This would help avoid a situation where he wrote from his own perspective, which might be something understandable for Earth readers but unfamiliar to interstellar readers.
However, ever since Editor Shaxs learned the real content of this book, he felt like applying for leave due to work injury every time he communicated with Yu Mian on the light brain.
And worst of all, he couldn’t spill any details, so Editor Shaxs could only endure it all alone.
Each time, as he listened to Yu Mian vividly describing the thrilling details and novelty of each dungeon background, his scalp almost exploded.
Meanwhile, the colleagues around couldn’t understand why Editor Shaxs’ face looked so weird, wasn’t it super lucky to be the first to see Fish Soup Noodles’ new book content?
[Crispy Shark: I get the logic, but Teacher Fish Soup Noodles, can we talk at a different time next time? I feel so scared being alone in my room right now… TwT]
Shaxs has been obsessed with work and was still a single dog, he really was alone at home.
But after sending that message, Yu Mian went silent for dozens of seconds. Just when Shaxs started to worry whether Fish Soup Noodles was upset, a reply finally came:
[Fish: Don’t be scared, Editor. Turn around and look, you’re not alone. There are so many people keeping you company.]
Shaxs: …???
Shaxs nearly dropped his light brain in shock.
What kind of comfort was that?! Why did it sound even scarier!
In an instant, all the supernatural things Yu Mian had just described whirled through Shaxs’ mind; ghosts lingering nearby, a hand patting his shoulder only to take his soul when they turned around…
[Crispy Shark: HELP! Teacher Fish Soup Noodles, stop scaring me!]
Shxas decided to hide under his blanket while continuing to read.
On the other end, Yu Mian was laughing uncontrollably, feeling a little mischievous.
This new book title really did seem kind of wicked.
Looking at the comment section, where readers were enthusiastically discussing and looking forward to how warm and healing the story would be, Yu Mian suddenly felt like flicking his fish tail.
However, no matter the order of the other dungeons, Yu Mian had already decided on the first one.
Thus, at exactly 10 PM the next night, the first chapter of Fish Soup Noodles’ new book was released on Huanyu Reading Platform.
This time, both new and old readers flooded in.
Among them were TV show fans who had recently discovered “Bei Xing’s Necklace” curious passersby drawn in by the hot searches of “God of Cooking” and the Orchid Pavilion Gathering, as well as long-time loyal readers.
In short, everyone was eager to see what kind of breathtaking and wonderful journeys this mysterious light brain would lead them on.
Even several travel agencies, after noticing the hot search for Fish Soup Noodles’ new book, immediately considered reaching out to Huanyu to discuss potential promotional collaborations.
But just as the PR department was about to make contact, Shaxs hurriedly stopped them, his expression unreadable.
“How should I put it… maybe they should at least read the first few chapters before talking about a partnership?”
After all, this “travel” was not the kind of travel they were expecting!
If those travel agencies rushed into a deal, they might be crying and begging to cancel after just the first chapter.
Meanwhile, the views on “I Picked a Traveling Light Brain” soared. With Fish Soup Noodles’ name attached to it, readers now click in without a second thought.
This was Teacher Fish Soup Noodles’ new book, he wouldn’t make any mistakes, right?
[[Star Calendar 4927, July 1st.
Today is cloudy and turning to heavy rain.
I found an old and worn light brain, but it seems to emit a strange magnetic field. I attempted to analyze and decode its program but failed. There appears to be a force within it that defies scientific explanation.
Si Yao]]
The opening lines were actually the first-person diary of Si Yao, the protagonist of the new book?
A diary?
[Oh oh oh, what a unique beginning! A strange magnetic field? A force that defies science??]
[Wow, as expected of Teacher Fish Soup Noodles! Always unpredictable, hahaha. And a gloomy rainy day? That’s an uncommon way to start a novel.]
Most interstellar readers had no idea what was coming. They simply found the beginning fresh and intriguing, pulling them in immediately.
What was up with this light brain?
And from the protagonist’s tone and identity, he seemed to be some kind of researcher?
[Star Calendar 4927, July 4th.
Today is raining heavily.
The constant rain leaves a sticky, soaked feeling. Experiment No. 102 has been scrapped. Though I am unsure if these experiments align with scientific ethics, I seem to have no reason to refuse the lab’s demands.
On another note, after three consecutive days of energy replenishment, the light brain finally displayed a battery level today. But it only charged up to 10%. It looks like it will take some time. At the very least, I’m curious about what’s inside.
Si Yao]]
Interestingly, this time Teacher Fish Soup Noodles’ new book came with illustrations right from the start.
But considering the importance that Huanyu attaches to Fish Soup Noodles’ works, arranging illustrations beforehand was understandable.
However, the art style was completely different from the vibrant and beautiful aesthetic of previous works.
It was black and white, with sharp, fluid lines, carrying an inexplicable cold elegance.
The “old light brain” in the drawing exuded an air of profound mystery.
[This art style QAQ… It feels so strange, I can’t describe it. It’s like a mysterious figure in a black suit appearing on a rainy day. Completely different from what I imagined.]
[Wow, that description is spot on! It instantly makes me even more curious. It has such a subtle yet eerie atmosphere.]
Initially, everyone assumed that whatever the protagonist found was definitely a priceless treasure.
But as the plot progressed, combined with the illustrations, a sense of doubt started creeping in, perhaps this wasn’t so simple.
[Star Calendar 4927, July 15th.
Today it rained heavily again.
The rain has poured non-stop for half a month now, carrying an unsettling air.
Experiment No. 113 successfully opened its eyes for the first time. This was an incredible breakthrough. Yet, no one expected that it would try to escape after breaking its nutrient pod, though, of course, it was doomed to fail.
Meanwhile, the newly created No. 114 experiment is flawless in both physique and appearance, almost as if crafted by the hands of a god. A surprising result, but hopefully, there are no issues with its functionality.
The old light brain is finally at 99%, but strangely, it has stopped responding. Perhaps I should just throw it away?]]
[Ah? He just picked it up, and now he’s considering getting rid of it?]
[And this No. 114 experiment… How beautiful is it? Where’s the illustration? Will we see it later?]
But just as everyone eagerly flipped the page, wanting to see what happened next, the following lines made all the interstellar readers widen their eyes in shock.
[Star Calendar 4927, July 16th.
There is a heavy rain storm today.
I tried to throw away the light brain, but failed.
Because whenever I opened my eyes the next morning, it was back on my bedside table.
This mysterious light brain… seems to be alive?
But this is interesting.]]
[Ah???]
[A light brain that can’t be discarded??]
[Teacher Fish Soup Noodles, wuuu, you scared me! I need a hug!]
The comment section exploded in panic. Especially those who were reading the novel on their personal light brains, they suddenly felt that the light brains in their hands were very hot.
And the protagonist? He actually thought this was interesting?
Why did it feel like the new book’s protagonist was a little dark? Ahhh!
