Firefly Journey

"Are you done yet? Hurry up!"

Lin Yuanran stood outside the window, urging those inside the room to hurry up.

Lin Yuanran had many old acquaintances in Yicheng, many of whom had helped him. Today, he came to find Fengling to keep an appointment with an old friend.

He just couldn't understand it. Wind chimes weren't this troublesome before. Why is it that now even going out the door is such a hassle?

Urged on by Lin Yuanran, the wind chimes appeared, their appearance catching Lin Yuanran's eye.

"You...are you wearing makeup?"

Lin Yuanran asked uncertainly.

The wind chime's design was similar to before, but he could sense that it was slightly different; simply put, its face was more refined.

"I haven't tried this in a long time. With my mom's help, it's not too bad."

"She's more than just beautiful to look at; I think she's as beautiful as an angel."

Lin Yuanran routinely flatters others.

Wind Chime said irritably, "You're never serious all day long."

Lin Yuanran smiled and said nothing, took the girl's hand and left. Feng Ling did not resist and they walked out of the Xu family's gate.

On the way, they encountered Xu Zhengming. This guy, upon seeing the wind chimes, was like a mouse seeing a cat, immediately changing course to avoid bumping into them.

In the years since Fengling left, Xu Zhengming has finally lived a good life. No one compares him to his older sister anymore, and his self-confidence has gradually returned.

However, the moment he saw the wind chimes, all his confidence vanished, and he was reminded of the days when he was completely overwhelmed by them.

If you can't afford to offend them, you might as well avoid them. Despite being blood relatives, Xu Zhengming felt no warmth whatsoever when he saw Feng Ling, whom he hadn't seen in a long time; he wanted to get away from her at all costs.

"Xiaoming, where are you going?" Fengling called out to him.

Xu Zhengming couldn't just slip away, so he turned back and forced a smile: "There have been signs of hordes of magical beasts in Luca Town. I'll go take a look."

"Okay, do a good job."

"Yes!"

Feng Ling didn't say much and continued walking with Lin Yuanran.

Xu Zhengming was a little confused. Had the sun risen in the west? In the past, this older woman had always looked down on him, and even when they met, she would mock him without any politeness. Why was she so amiable today...?

Could it be... because of the Pope?

So having a partner can change a person's personality?

Xu Zhengming shook his head and went to take care of his business.

The Radiant Carriage was the Pope's grand affair, but since it was widely known, he really didn't want to cause a sensation every time he went out. This time, he had come on foot at a private invitation.

The two left the Xu family's house and waited quietly for the bus.

Looking at the bus stop sign, Lin Yuanran said, "Do you think it would be more convenient for the public if the buses in the Pan-Ancient Continent were changed to be the same as those on our side?"

Fengling said, "The monsters are inefficient at pulling carts, and they sometimes get out of control. They also often defecate during work hours, which not only affects the appearance of the city but also increases the burden of manual cleanup."

"You could try contacting Remington and asking him to improve alchemy so that it can be used not only as a weapon but also in everyday life."

Lin Yuanran exclaimed with delight, "Great idea!"

If the wind chimes hadn't reminded him, Lin Yuanran wouldn't have thought of this. This world wasn't as backward as it was in the Middle Ages; alchemy technology was just beginning to take shape, and if it were utilized, it could potentially develop rapidly.

It's worth noting that before his transmigration, Remington was a renowned physics professor who had spent many years on the Pan-Ancient Continent and knew the situation there inside and out. Perhaps he really could use alchemical technology to create a more colorful and diverse world.

“I’ll inform Him as soon as I get back.” Lin Yuanran’s eyes shone brightly. “If He doesn’t agree, I’ll have Brewitch threaten Him!”

Fengling asked, "Aren't you afraid of forcing Him to go back?"

Lin Yuanran said, "He, like you and me, regards the Pan-Ancient Continent as his second home. That shouldn't be the case."

As the two chatted, the bus pulled by the monster arrived. After paying a few copper coins, they were able to travel through the streets of Yicheng.

The destination is the Lanworth district.

Lin Yuanran rang the doorbell in front of the detached villa.

The person who opened the door was a tall and beautiful woman.

"Long time no see, Ario." The woman smiled.

Lin Yuanran extended his hand: "Long time no see, President."

Tong En Fernando shook hands with him and then focused his gaze on the wind chimes behind Lin Yuanran.

"You're welcome too, Ms. Xu."

Yicheng's social circle is neither too big nor too small, and there is a high degree of overlap in the gatherings of celebrities. The two had met at some banquets, but they were not familiar with each other.

Fengling stepped forward and shook hands, saying, "Thank you for taking care of this guy before. Thank you for your help."

Feng Ling spoke in an extremely humble tone and adopted a very low posture, somewhat like a parent attending a parent-teacher conference.

Tong En laughed and said, "It's alright, I'm just making an investment. It seems to be a sure thing."

"Come in first."

Augustus Fernando, the vampire king, was still not fully recovered. Upon seeing the guests arrive, he put down the newspaper in his hand and came to greet them.

"Hello!"

"Hello."

After exchanging pleasantries, Lin Yuanran sat down in the living room, holding the wind chimes.

Lin Yuanran took the initiative to ask, "I felt before that you were forced to live in seclusion in Yicheng. But at that time, I was not qualified to know too much, and even if I had known, I wouldn't have been able to help."

"I read the files before I came, and the history of the vampires is quite moving."

Compared to other races, the number of vampires can be described as small. They originally lived in groups and were led by successive clan chiefs.

Augustus is the current patriarch of the vampire clan. Decades ago, his younger brother, driven by insatiable greed, rallied a group of clansmen to seize power. Although the plot was eventually suppressed, he paid a heavy price.

During that rebellion, his brother did not die, but survived and escaped. Later, he even colluded with a cult to launch a fierce attack on his own people.

The vampires, who had already experienced great turmoil, could not withstand the counterattack of traitors. The people of the clan were displaced and scattered. It was at that time that Augustus brought his wife to the city of I to eke out a living.

This is the Papacy's headquarters, right under the emperor's nose; those traitors wouldn't dare to do that.

"Do you have any thoughts of revenge?" Lin Yuanran asked.

Augustus said with a hint of self-deprecation, "Would you believe me if I said I had no ideas?"

Naturally, I don't believe it.

Augustus longed to eliminate the traitors and revive the vampire clan, but he was powerless to do so.

Lin Yuanran said, "The Vatican can help you with this matter."

Augustus hesitated, saying, "Neither Tong nor I are people who would take advantage of someone's kindness."

Lin Yuanran said solemnly, "Our Holy See is the foremost church on the continent, and is naturally entrusted with the great responsibility of maintaining world peace. Cults are causing havoc on the lives of people, shouldn't we step in to stop them?"

"This……"

Augustus was speechless, because what he said made perfect sense!

Lin Yuanran was very satisfied with his explanation.

Whether it was an act of personal favor or not is not important.

Perhaps they exist, perhaps they don't, but cults must be eradicated!