flstandardbreds Chapter 137 Everything is ready
Chapter 137 Everything is ready
Paimon: "Ningguang's little secretary, we've gathered all the materials!"
Paimon's loud voice called over Baiwen, who was quite a distance away.
"Oh? So fast? And did the three of you find them all at the same time... I see, I understand." Baiwen, as expected of Ningguang's secretary, understood the situation without them having to say much: "The Qianqi Core and the Immortal Talisman are both fine. It seems this competition is about to be decided."
So they called all the participants...
Baiwen: "I hereby announce that the three winners of this materials preparation competition are Kong, Yun Dong, and Beidou!"
Hongfei: "No, is that all? I haven't even found the Floating Life Stone yet!"
Changgui: "I can't accept this..."
Zhicheng: "Sigh, no matter how fast I rush, I'm still a step behind..."
.........
The businessmen all left the construction site, their disappointment and helplessness impossible to hide.
Unfortunately, people's joys and sorrows are not shared—
"Then please invite the three winners to proceed to the Jade Pavilion. Lady Ningguang is already waiting upstairs."
Paimon: "Huh? Where did Beidou go? I just saw her here."
"Miss Beidou has some matters to attend to and may arrive a little late. Please follow me."
Baiwen led them up to the Jade Pavilion. Ningguang stood in front of the platform, seemingly having waited for a long time.
Ningguang: "As expected, it's you guys. Just what I was looking forward to."
“Lord Ningguang, these are the ‘Thousand Wonders Core’ and the ‘Immortal Talisman’.” Baiwen handed the items they had given him to Ningguang.
“Perfect.” Ningguang took the two items handed over by Baiwen, fused the “Qianqi Core” and the “Immortal Talisman” in front of them, and then placed them in the control chamber of the “Qunyu Pavilion”.
"In this way, the reconstruction of the Jade Pavilion will be officially complete. After that, the iron chains will be removed, and it will rise into the sky." Ningguang turned to them and said, "Thank you all for your hard work. Now it's time for me to fulfill my promise and give you your rewards."
"Yeah!"ヾ(^▽^*)))
Paimon was so excited she shouted it out; heaven knows how hard she worked to achieve her dream of getting rich.
Before Yun Jin could speak, Ning Guang said, "I've heard a little about Mr. Yun's purpose in coming. You're looking for a suitable stage for your new opera, aren't you?"
Yun Jin: "As expected of Miss Ningguang. Yun Jin came here precisely for this matter. Does Miss Ningguang have any suggestions?"
"Since this is a new play that Mr. Yun has prepared with great care, it must be of great importance. How about we hold the premiere in the newly built Qunyu Pavilion?"
Ningguang's words were incredibly enticing. The value of "Qunyu Pavilion" now goes beyond just "Tianquan"; it's also because many people witnessed the attack that suppressed the demon god in the sea.
"Qunyu Pavilion is situated on a very high elevation, from which one can see all the mountains below. From such a height, one can feel the strength of the wind and observe the various aspects of human life. I think there is probably no stage in the world more suitable for you, sir."
"!" Yun Jin hadn't expected Ning Guang to make such an invitation. She had already made up her mind: "Thank you, Miss Ning Guang. I will prepare the opera props later, and I would be grateful if Miss Ning Guang could bring them to Qunyu Pavilion as well."
"Famous plays and fine music deserve this. No need to be polite."
"Wen Yuan, Shen He, and Xiao Pai Meng, I'll take my leave now. Remember to come and listen to my opera!" Yun Jin was overjoyed at this moment. Being able to sing a song at the "Qun Yu Ge" would greatly enhance the reputation of Yun Han She and allow the opera to spread even further.
"Then it's our turn." Seeing that Yun Jin had already run far away, Xiao Pai Meng was eager to try.
"What do you want to ask? Let me make it clear beforehand, I don't know your sister's whereabouts either, so don't waste your time asking this question." Ningguang spoke to Kong, informing him of the situation in advance.
Sora: "It's alright, I'll find out about her myself. And thank you for your help before..."
"Hmm... Ningguang always seems to have a knack for predicting the future... In that case, it's Paimon's turn to ask!"
"...Doing business isn't as easy as you think. Capital, connections, a sense of trends, a knack for opportunities...all of these are indispensable." Ningguang smiled slightly at Paimon, giving her the answer before she could speak: "If you want to ask how to make money, I will answer as agreed. But it may not be effective for you right now."
"Wow—I haven't even asked anything yet!"
With her arms crossed, she looked at Paimon and said, "Your little thoughts are written all over your face."
"Uh... is it that obvious?" Paimon suddenly felt a little embarrassed.
"Haha, of course. You helped me rebuild the Jade Pavilion, which is a great favor. I will never treat you unfairly. I can promise that if you ever need help, you can come to me for a job. As for salary and benefits, I will certainly give you the highest level."
"Great! Next time we run out of Mora, we can just come find Ms. Ningguang! Then we're both fine. Shenhe, is there anything you want to ask?"
"Me?" Shen He, who was trying to make himself less noticeable, was stunned by Paimon's sudden mention of him.
“Yes! Because everyone gathered all the materials together!” Paimon’s matter-of-fact statement made Shen He fall into deep thought…
Ningguang: "Ask me anything you want, don't worry about anything."
"...Miss Ningguang, do you think I can fit into Liyue Harbor?" Shen He hesitated for a long time before finally speaking.
The first time she descended the mountain, she felt out of place in the mortal world. But this time, she had a different experience, yet she still hesitated…
"That's an interesting question. Liyue Harbor is an inclusive city; as long as you abide by its rules and regulations, it won't turn you away. So, the important thing is whether you can develop a sense of belonging to Liyue Harbor."
Ningguang immediately saw the crux of the problem. At first, she also thought she was an immortal, because her detached and otherworldly aura was so obvious. But now it seemed that she was just a lost girl who had lost her way.
"Belonging?" (Another word I've never heard of before...)
Ningguang: "Yes. There always needs to be a reason to like a place, to integrate into a place. Maybe it's because of someone you've met here, or something you've experienced here, or maybe it's just because you enjoy the atmosphere of Liyue and have gotten used to living this way. I hope you can find it soon too."
“…Thank you.”
……
"That's perfect." Paimon was overjoyed to see that Shen He had also received his answer. In contrast, Kong, who was standing beside him, remained silent with his head down.
(...Didn't Ningguang tell you this?)
(Something has happened in the vicinity of Lonely Cloud Pavilion. As agreed, as an immortal, I will not intervene for the time being. However, the dangers are unpredictable, and I have my own plans.)
(...I'm still here, so even if there's danger, you don't need to guard me alone.)
Kong was still thinking about his conversation with Xiao, and Xuan Yue didn't seem to be completely unaware of what they were hiding.
"Hey, you guys are chatting? I just went to the fleet and I'm late."
Beidou's figure suddenly appeared in front of them.
Paimon: "Come on, come on, it's Beidou's turn! Beidou, do you have any questions?"
"Me? I have nothing to ask. I was just dragged here by her to help out, and I only participated in the competition by chance." After Beidou finished speaking, he reminded Ningguang, "Ningguang, don't forget what I told you before. That thing is not easy to deal with, and it will be difficult for my fleet to handle it alone."
Ningguang: "Don't worry, I'm ready. The medicine is ready, and the Thousand Rock Army has already gone to ambush us."
"That's good. Be careful and don't let your guard down." With that, Beidou left.
"Ningguang, what are you talking about?" Paimon asked, her small head filled with a big question.
(As expected, Liyue has indeed undergone unexpected changes.) Kong's brows furrowed, her gaze towards Ningguang serious…
"You will understand once the Jade Pavilion ascends into the sky. But... it's not a pleasant thing. Perhaps it's better not to know."
Ningguang, using a riddle, didn't intend to tell them the truth for the time being: "If you're curious, you can come find me here tomorrow morning. Everything will be clear then—"
"Okay." Kong's answer was exactly what Ningguang expected.
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"Witnesses come to witness, and chroniclers are born to remember. Since you are not here, then I will bear witness in your stead—"
"Ah Ching."