novelhk Chapter 235, its name is... Lay2la
Chapter 235, its name is... Lay2la
"Sorry, I was a little sleepy and accidentally fell asleep. By the way, where were we?"
"Laila" yawned lazily, half-closed her eyes, and rubbed her cheeks as if she were sleepy.
She slowly jumped off Mu Feng's back and back to the ground, dusting herself off as she subtly tried to elicit information.
Sigh... That child still has no sense of caution when he's out and about, even though he's already suffered quite a few losses before.
This is really a headache... I'll find an opportunity to remind her again next time I play the "Wise Fairy".
Fortunately, the boy in front of them didn't seem to have any ill intentions; otherwise, given his strength, they would have been in real trouble today.
However, those members of the treasure-hunting gang who have already been physically interred and laid to rest might have more to say on this matter.
That is, if they still have a chance to speak.
What's that old saying from Liyue? "A gentleman who doesn't fight with force won't command respect."
It seems we need to let that child read more ancient books from Liyue. She seems to like the book called "Lunyu" quite well.
"Hello, you must be the other 'Laira'?"
Mu Feng curiously examined the girl in front of him, who seemed like a completely different person. Even though their appearance and clothes were exactly the same, the temperament they unintentionally exuded was completely different.
If I had to put it in perspective, the previous Laila was more like a sweet and innocent girl next door. Although the current "Laila" tries her best to imitate this, she still can't hide the confidence and composure that belongs to a genius girl.
"Laila's" heart sank, but she still maintained a bewildered expression and began to play dumb.
“Huh? What do you mean? What ‘another’... I am who I am, I am Laila…”
However, noticing the ambiguous smile on Mu Feng's face and his "I'll see if you keep acting" attitude, the girl persisted for a while, but eventually had no choice but to give in.
Sure enough, he was seen through back then? I have to say, his observation skills are really sharp.
Even among the child's former family and friends, few could discern the difference between them.
"Laila" pursed her lips, shrugged, and her beautiful light golden eyes curved into a helpless arc.
"Alright, it seems there's no use pretending to be confused. Let me introduce myself. I am 'Laila,' or in simple terms, the other personality of that child."
"However, a more accurate way to put it is that I am another state she exhibits when she is in a high mental state."
As she spoke, "Laila" secretly observed Mu Feng's expression, but she found that the boy in front of her did not seem surprised, as if he had known about her existence all along.
This was somewhat unexpected, as there seemed to be no trace of this boy in her, or rather, in their, memories.
So, how did he know her identity?
Seemingly sensing Laiira's doubts, Mu Feng maintained his smile and delivered his prepared response.
"He only knows a little about divination techniques."
Divination is not uncommon in Teyvat. It is well known that, apart from often forgetting to divine her future of going bankrupt by buying divination tools, Ms. Babo Shurigan Gulitai Pempunkopi Pempunkona Fischl von Rufschloss Nafidott Astrologis Mona Megistus is also a rather excellent water divination master.
Moreover, a large part of the Ming Lun school's academic content is related to astrology, so what's wrong with him, a great architect of the Faculty of Arts, having a side business?
Besides, the one who can perform divination is the architect of the Church, Kavi, so what does it have to do with the former Great Sage of Mount Sumeru?
Mu Feng's smile became even brighter. As for Kavi's words, they were matters for scholars; how could they be considered a big deal?
"Laila" tilted her head, somewhat skeptical, but didn't dwell on the matter too much.
After all, everyone has their own secrets, and she doesn't intend to infringe on other people's privacy unless absolutely necessary.
"In any case, Mr. Kavi, I am still very grateful to you for helping to conceal my existence from that child."
"Laila" sighed softly, rubbed her forehead, her elf ears twitched, and a helpless smile appeared on her face.
The child's mind and body were not very stable to begin with. If she knew that the other "Laila" could handle everything perfectly, it would probably have some adverse effects.
"Why not just leave it all to her? I always rely on her anyway, so it wouldn't be so bad to let her live on in my place..."
Given her understanding of Laila, it's not entirely impossible that she would choose such a self-destructive way to escape reality.
So it's better to keep it from her for a while.
Just as the girl was feeling troubled, a strangely packaged light blue beverage was handed to her.
There are some incomprehensible characters written on it. Are beverage companies now using ancient texts for their packaging?
Laiira was puzzled and shocked. Did she not learn twenty-four languages so that she wouldn't even be able to drink the right beverage?
Has the Order of the Church evolved to this extent?
"Here, try it. It's a local specialty, known as a special drink that makes you choke even when you drink cold water... no, it's a special drink that makes you gain weight even when you drink cold water."
"Even the master of water tasting, the Supreme Judge of Fontaine, the water elemental three-body dragon Navelai Otter, said it was good after drinking it."
Mu Feng happily unscrewed a bottle of the same Lin Yuan Ice Spring and took a big gulp of the cool spring water.
Xianzhou specialty: You won't lose out by drinking a bottle of water, you won't be cheated by drinking a bottle of water, but you won't get anything out of a bottle of water.
The only downside is that it's a bit pricey; aside from the reward for the first simulation, it costs 10,000 Mora per bottle.
He, Mu Feng, genuinely suspected that the system had taken a significant amount of kickbacks from him, at a rate of 114.514%.
When Navelette left Fontainebleau, she placed a large order in her own name. If she had stayed in Sumeru for a longer period of time, the ice spring water supply in Fontainebleau might have been cut off.
Poor water dragon! It's crying and making a fuss because it can't drink from the Scale Abyss Ice Spring. Waaah, so pitiful!
According to official weather forecasts, Fontainebleau has experienced continuous rainfall, the duration and scale of which are unknown.
"Laila" hesitated for a moment, still quite curious about what drinks packaged in ancient script tasted like.
The Supreme Judge of Fontainebleau? If even someone of that high rank and power would like it, perhaps it tastes pretty good?
The girl unscrewed the bottle cap and carefully took a sip.
The cool, refreshing spring water glides down your throat, invigorating you, and along with it comes a subtle, almost imperceptible sense of satisfaction unique to high-sugar, high-fat drinks.
This amazing drink seems like the perfect choice for staying up all night to finish a paper; the kid would probably love it.
The girl took only one sip and then held the bottle in her hand. Seeing this, Mu Feng had no choice but to give her another bottle from his system space.
"Laila" opened her mouth, looked at the drink in her hand, but unusually found it difficult to say anything to refuse.
Forget it, she'll just consider it owing him another favor. She'll remember this grudge and this favor.
In a way, it's like finding a good friend for that child.
The two walked down the mountain path one after the other. The mountain breeze at night was cool, and there was a faint scent of moisture, mixed with the fresh and elegant fragrance of moon lotus flowers.
They didn't seem to be in a hurry, but were quietly enjoying this rare moment of leisure in the tranquil night.
When they reached the foot of the mountain and the outlines of the village huts became vaguely visible, the two said their goodbyes.
"Well then, we shall say goodbye, and perhaps never see each other again. Sweet dreams tonight, Mr. Kavi."
Good night, see you tomorrow, Miss Laila.
"Laila" was stunned at first, and by the time she realized what was happening, Mu Feng's figure had already walked away.
The girl's pale golden eyes curved into a helpless smile. Has anyone ever told her that this guy isn't very good at telling jokes?
She glanced at the empty drink in her hand, looked back at the mountain path, and a faint smile appeared on her face.
However, compared to the times I used to help that kid finish his thesis, tonight is actually a pretty good night.
Night is falling, it's time to go to sleep.
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