Chapter 98: Chu Zihang: Does Fu Xuan also know about Ling for a long time?
〜Genshin Impact World, Aether Wordline〜
"This outfit has some Liyue-style elements in it."
As Fontaine's foremost fashion designer, Chiori was meticulously observing the attire of the Divine Foresight in the light screen.
Her pink long hair was styled into a double-looped flying immortal bun, adorned with four cloud-patterned hairpins that sparkled brilliantly in the sunlight.
"Is the material of this Flowing Immortal Dress Cloud Brocade? Paired with Star chart compass patterns woven with gold and silver threads... what intricate craftsmanship."
Chiori exclaimed in admiration, only to lament that the dress's tailoring was also exceptionally perfect, fitting the young girl's figure and fully showcasing infinite youth and beauty.
The slender, straight legs beneath the skirt hem were like willow catkins in spring, light and ethereal, while the smooth and elegant lines of the white stockings clinging to her skin added a touch of delicate cuteness to the girl.
"Is the top part of her outfit armor? She's really daring to wear that, but the design on her back..."
When Chiori saw Fu Xuan turn around, large expanses of the girl's fair skin were exposed, vaguely revealing her shoulder blades and waistline. An entire piece of armor was connected by only a single purple knot, giving one a strong urge to cut it...
"What a design, both conservative and avant-garde. I wonder which gentleman designed this outfit for Miss Fu Xuan."
Kirara, who came to Chiori's room to pick up a clothing delivery, couldn't help but show an envious gaze.
"Sister Chiori, can you design clothes in this style?"
"Kirara, as a fashion designer, do you expect to hear 'no' from my mouth?"
Chiori's eyes narrowed, immediately making Kirara's two tails stand straight up in fright.
"In a while, I'll take a trip to Liyue to study their culture and customs. Once I return to Fontaine, I'll start designing."
Meanwhile, on the other side, in Natlan.
In the Smoke-Veiled Main Tribe, Orolon always felt that his Granny was a bit strange today.
In the morning, he brought fresh vegetables to visit his Granny, but as soon as he reached the door, Orolon heard his Granny's solitary complaints from inside the house.
"Does the Traveler think that Fu Xuan is prettier than me? She actually stared at her motionless for so long..."
"Is it because of the clothes? Is my old woman's aesthetic not keeping up with the young people's trends? No... that Fu Xuan is also a long-lived species, she might even be older than me."
"There are many skilled tailors in the tribe. Should I also order a set of Fu Xuan's clothes? Maybe then the Traveler will—"
"No, no, wouldn't that prove that my Obsidian Granny's charm is inferior to hers? No, I absolutely won't allow it. Next time, before meeting, I should put on a bit of heavy makeup."
Even without meeting, just from these few words, Orolon could imagine his Granny's anxious and distressed expression when she said these things.
However, when he knocked on the door, his Granny completely transformed into another person.
The aloof, eccentric Obsidian Granny was back. She would put on a stern face and seriously ask about his recent progress in secret arts studies, and also ask if he had made any new friends recently.
Granny seemed unchanged, still fond of drinking and reading light novels... Only when he mentioned "the Traveler" and "Fu Xuan" would a blush appear on Granny's face, followed by a shy and flustered expression.
"Why mention the Traveler? Let him look if he wants to, I, I am Obsidian Grandma... what great storms haven't I seen? How could I possibly care?"
"...Orolon, you didn't happen to hear anything, did you?"
Killing intent!
A chilling killing intent instantly emanated from Granny!
Orolon, having been raised by his Granny since childhood and being a descendant of the Smoke-Veiled Main's ancient name, naturally sensed trouble immediately.
"Granny, I didn't hear anything."
Orolon pointed to the vegetables and fruits piled in the corner, indicating that he truly just came to deliver groceries.
"Is lying in front of Granny useful? Forget it, forget it, you heard it, you heard it, but—"
Citralli suddenly leaned closer, her petite figure erupting with an astonishing aura:
"But if you dare to spread these words to the Traveler, see if Obsidian Grandmawon't teach you a lesson!"
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「 "To the members of the Express Crew, greetings for the first time. No, I should say I have already met all of you in my premonitions. This humble one is one of the Six Chariots of the Xianzhou, the Divine Foresight of the Divination Commission, Fu Xuan."
"Friends come from afar, and by rights, fine wine should be offered in welcome. However, the three cosmic forces of Heaven, Earth, and Man are not in their proper positions, so it can only be postponed for some time. Let us first discuss official matters."
This verbose speech directly caused March 7th's brain to crash.
"Do you understand what she's saying?" March 7th, whispered to Stelle.
Stelle also spread her hands helplessly: "This must be the legendary 'showing off one's learning'..."
"Ahem! If you have an opinion on this humble one's way of speaking, feel free to say so directly."
Fu Xuan crossed her arms, her eye twitching slightly. Their loud whispering had been completely overheard by her, which was quite awkward.
"We are here at the request of General Jing Yuan to apprehend the Stellaron Hunter. We thank the Divine Foresight for her assistance, but the person must be escorted by us to the General." Welt said.
"No need, this humble one has the General's communiqué here, please see."
Fu Xuan handed the communiqué to everyone.
"After you capture the Stellaron Hunter, the Divination Commission will take over the interrogation."
"I understand, but the General promised to share information with us. We have the right to know every word Kafka reveals."
"...Ah?" Fu Xuan was momentarily stunned, then quietly grumbled,
"This fellow... can't he stop digging pits for me—" 」
「 .....」
〜Dragon Raja World〜
"This Divine Foresight's speaking style is quite interesting... very much like the ancient people of your country."
After getting the plump woman beside him drunk, Caesar finally had time to discuss the recent events in the light screen with Chu Zihang.
He poured himself a glass of sparkling wine, which shimmered with a chestnut color under the flowing lights... quite similar to the pink-haired girl's eyes, which tried to be serious but couldn't quite manage it.
"That girl named Fu Xuan, the ability she just used, doesn't it look familiar to you?"
Caesar asked.
"Time Zero, the Principal's ability."
Chu Zihang's cold face twitched slightly. He had witnessed the Principal use the Word of God during "Midgard Serpent," and in terms of manifested effect, it was almost identical to Fu Xuan's.
...But only "almost." Although both slowed down bullets, and the entire process only lasted a few seconds, upon careful observation, there were still subtle differences.
"The difference from Time Zero is that the object's kinetic energy was changed,"
Chu Zihang said.
"Indeed,"
Caesar recalled the scene of Fu Xuan deflecting bullets with her bare hands, as if the bullets were not lethal weapons in front of her, but rather like building blocks.
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