0p0 Chapter 396 Before the Chapter of Romance (7)
Chapter 396 Before the Chapter of Romance (7)
The wise Master Lu once said that a girl in love has a negative IQ. After verification, this level is probably not much higher than the moral standard of the second seat of the Fools' Executor.
By the time the little maid Noelle belatedly realized what she had just said, it was too late to take it back.
The girl, who was already shy, immediately stopped thinking and only the word "date" kept swirling in her mind.
Why did I... say it so bluntly?
Wisps of white steam rose from Noelle's little head, her emerald eyes swirled into mosquito coils, and in her dizziness, she instinctively covered her face and fled in panic.
This is because it was still early and there were few people on the training ground.
Otherwise, a major memory-erasing technique is inevitable.
Mu Feng's expression was somewhat helpless. On the other hand, the little maid didn't intend to give him a chance to refuse.
This also brings a serious problem: with the Flower Festival just a few days away, there might not be enough time.
Barbara, Noelle, Yura, and Amber, who will definitely appear on the day of the appointment, are all about making a cheese sandwich on all four sides, leaving no way out.
Let alone the god of time, Old Mondstadt, even the ruler of time would have to shake his head if he came.
Mu Feng sighed as he packed his things and headed out of the city. Although it was a bit of a struggle, he managed to squeeze in some time...
"Mr. Mu Feng, I apologize for taking up your time, but if it's not urgent, please wait a moment."
However, just as he was passing by the Adventurers' Guild, Catherine, who was on duty behind the counter, suddenly called out to him.
"There is a letter for you. Please be sure to check it."
Mu Feng felt a sense of foreboding, especially after seeing the familiar raven-shaped sealing wax seal on the letter.
"To my knight: The star trails have revealed to us the delirious lies of fate. If all is as the fool's prophecy foretold, I await your triumphant return on the day the wind rises..."
Mu Feng: ...Is this Flower Festival really necessary?
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Meanwhile, as Mu Feng headed to Clear Spring Town, the Knights' high-level meeting was at a standstill.
"Grand Master, please allow me to remind you that setting up checkpoints and ports in Mondstadt requires a large number of personnel, and there is no precedent for this before the previous Windflower Festival."
"Can I assume that... you have definitively obtained some kind of clue that may threaten Mondstadt's current security?"
The speaker was a middle-aged man sitting at the front of the long table. His tone was slow and deliberate, but it was full of sharp and confrontational remarks.
He wiped the lenses of his gold-rimmed glasses as if trying to thin them, making his hawk-like gaze even sharper without the lens's shielding and cushioning effect.
"Haha, no need to be nervous, Inspector Ilock."
"It's not so much a threat to Mondstadt's security, but I believe the Knights of Favonius have an obligation to ensure the safety of every guest who comes to the Windflower Festival. What do you think?"
Falga seemed oblivious to the sharp edge in Ilock's words, laughed heartily, and threw the topic back at him unchanged.
“…Oh? That’s only right, Grand Master Falga.”
"But what exactly makes you, a seasoned knight, believe that it is necessary to mobilize most of the Knights Order to 'seal off' all of Mondstadt's entrances and exits?"
The man known as Ilock raised an eyebrow slightly, but quickly resumed his stern expression and asked a question in return.
This question clearly reflects the common doubt in the minds of the other knights present.
Although the Windflower Festival is one of Mondstadt's grandest festivals, its defenses have never been relaxed in previous years.
But this is the first time we've mobilized such a large force as today.
Falga, however, seemed to have anticipated this, and calmly took a document from the bookshelf and pushed it onto the table with one hand.
“Thank you very much for your comments, Inspector Ilock.”
"However, my decision will not change because of this."
The commander deliberately paused, waiting until everyone's attention was drawn to him and the documents in his hand before slowly dropping a bombshell.
"This is because our neighbor, Liyue, will be sending envoys to Mondstadt during the Windflower Festival."
This was tantamount to throwing an Alice-branded bouncy bomb into the wine lake, and immediately, discussions arose one after another.
This is not because of the visit of the Seven Stars' envoys, because Mondstadt and Liyue have always had a close relationship, and it is not unusual for them to send envoys to each other; in fact, it can be said to be commonplace.
This can be traced to the personal relationship between the wind god and the rock god to some extent.
Legend has it that the Wind God once caused a small-scale divine war by stealing a bottle of fine wine from the Rock God's collection. The final outcome is unknown, but it is known that from then on, a wooden sign was erected outside the Emperor's wine cellar, prohibiting Barbatos and Oser from entering.
Of course, the veracity of the above content remains to be verified, but that doesn't stop it from becoming a topic of conversation among the public.
After all, the person in question hasn't personally denied it, has he?
Besides, the more outrageous the description, the closer it is to the truth. Who knows?
However, the fact that Liyue sent envoys is not surprising in itself; what is strange is that there was no prior warning.
It's like... a decision made hastily and on the spot.
Ilock narrowed his long, narrow eyes slightly, put on his glasses which were so clean they were reflecting light, and seemed to be deep in thought.
"Gentlemen, I believe that the diplomatic documents from Liyue have provided sufficient reasons regarding the Wind Flower Festival."
Falga pressed his hands together, signaling everyone to remain quiet.
"The Liyue envoys' visit was rushed, and it happened during the Windflower Festival, so we didn't have much time to prepare."
"Therefore, to prevent monster riots and to prevent malicious individuals from threatening Mondstadt's safety during the Windflower Festival, I, Falgar, Grand Master of the Knights of Favonius, hereby issue the following orders:"
"Evid!"
"Yes!"
A knight squad leader stepped forward in response, and Falgar, abandoning his previous tone of negotiation, solemnly gave the order.
"I hereby order you to lead a squad to garrison at Jingfu Port and assist the Alder Knights in inspecting all passenger ships that have recently arrived or departed."
"Diluc!"
"exist!"
"I hereby order you to lead a squad to assist in the defense of the Dawn Winery frontline, and keep a close eye on any unusual monster movements in the direction of Wolf Territory."
"Helmut!"
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The orders were issued one by one in an orderly manner, while Inspector General Ilock's face grew increasingly gloomy.
Similarly, the expressions on the faces of his trusted inspectors were also not good.
Soon, all the knight captains had left with their orders. Falgar seemed to realize that he had overlooked something and turned back, glancing at Ilock with a slightly apologetic look.
"Oh, I'm sorry, Inspector Ilock, this is an urgent matter. The relevant report will be sent to your office tomorrow."
"So, what do you think?"
The group leader's practice of boarding the train first and then buying the ticket was naturally unpopular, as could be seen from the inspector general's expression.
"Hmph, since that's the case, then I wish you success, Commander."
"Farewell."
Ilock snorted coldly, turned and left, followed by several inspectors who also departed.
With a click, the door closed, and once again only Falga remained in the conference room.
Watching the group leave, Falgamo stroked his chin, a thoughtful look flickering in his eyes.
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