Chapter 16 We've arrived in the Flower Kingdom!
Because the matter they were about to discuss was quite important, and it wouldn't be appropriate to do it directly on the street, they moved the meeting place to a hotel owned by the Taoist family.
As a family with a three-thousand-year history of spiritual communication, the Taoist family, despite having many modern industries, still retains a lot of ancient charm in its interior design.
“You seem to like it here.” Dao Lian picked up the teapot and poured a cup of tea for herself and Jing Yuan respectively.
Jing Yuan didn't think there was anything to hide, so he smiled and said, "Yes, it's very beautiful here."
While Italian and Russian architecture is also beautiful, Jingyuan, being from Xianzhou, prefers the Chinese style.
In addition, the Taoists are a family of spiritual beings, and many of their patterns and designs reminded him of the Taibu Si (a Taoist priest), making them feel even more familiar.
"If Mr. Jingyuan likes it, he can stay here for a while longer." After a few simple pleasantries, Daolian went straight to the point, "May I ask what Mr. Jingyuan meant by having important matters to discuss earlier?"
Jing Yuan appreciated Dao Lian's aversion to idle chatter, so he readily stated his purpose: "Some time ago, a strange object appeared in Russia. When this object comes into contact with certain people, it distorts their appearance, supernatural abilities, and even their thoughts."
"I see. No wonder Russia was so tense recently." Daolian only then realized what had happened to her neighbor, and that they had even started another massive purge, a move that terrified people. "So you're here to remind us that maybe that strange object exists here too?"
“Exactly,” Jing Yuan said. “Based on my current understanding, that strange object is targeted at people in the world of superpowers, including many who have surpassed their abilities.”
Dostoevsky, who hadn't yet reached his full potential, is an exception. Pushkin, on the other hand, was a true genius who surpassed others, yet after encountering that strange object, he not only lost his good looks but also his intelligence—truly terrifying.
Hearing this, Dao Lian understood what Jing Yuan wanted to say.
The Transcendents are beings that can be described as humanoid mushroom eggs. Once a Transcendent is affected by a strange object, it will become the greatest threat to the country.
With the current tense international situation, and America constantly looking for ways to undermine the Flower Kingdom, it is crucial that there are no internal problems within the Flower Kingdom, otherwise it could easily be taken advantage of.
Dao Lian was no longer the somewhat impulsive youth he once was. He clearly understood the impact that internal strife in the Flower Kingdom would have on the world situation. More importantly, when that time came, those he loved and those he wanted to protect would be the first to be eliminated by foreign powers.
"Thank you so much for the information, Mr. Jingyuan. Daolian is extremely grateful," the young man said, expressing his gratitude.
Jing Yuan laughed and said, "I thought you would have some doubts."
“There’s no need for that,” Daolian said. “I know you’re not lying.”
"Oh?" Jing Yuan found it interesting and leaned forward slightly. "A psychic can actually tell if someone is lying?"
It should be noted that even in Luofu, to confirm whether a figure like Jing Yuan, a messenger of the highest rank, was lying, one would have to rely on the diviner Fu Xuan to use the Qiong Guan Array for deduction. It is unexpected that such a method still exists in this technologically backward place.
"It's just a way of using lightning energy." Dao Lian opened his right palm, a cluster of purple light flashing in his palm. "You, who also wield lightning power, can do it too."
So it was a simulated lie detector?
Seeing Jing Yuan's surprised expression, Dao Lian couldn't help but curl the corners of her lips: "Of course, the main reason is that the Russians told us the truth of the matter."
“Alright.” Jing Yuan chuckled. “It seems that the relationship between the Flower Kingdom and Russia is closer than I imagined.”
He was right. First of all, lie detectors aren't 100% accurate, and secondly, his strength far surpasses that of this plane, so Dao Lian couldn't possibly use such a rudimentary method to determine whether he was lying.
“After all, we have a common enemy.” Dao Lian took a sip of tea and then asked, “I have a question that has been lingering in my mind for a long time. I wonder if Mr. Jing Yuan could answer it for me?”
"Please speak freely." Jing Yuan gestured for him to speak.
"Then I'll be frank," Dao Lian asked, staring intently into his eyes, "What is Mr. Jing Yuan's relationship with the Flower Kingdom?"
He had already done his research before coming to see Jing Yuan. There was no information about Jing Yuan in the entire country, and there was no trace of Jing Yuan in several well-known Chinese communities abroad. However, his name, his behavior, and many other aspects revealed that he was no different from people who had lived in the country since childhood.
"Hmm, how should I put it?" Jing Yuan didn't know how to explain it to Dao Lian for a moment, but in the end he explained it in a way that this world could understand, "You can think of me as a person from the Flower Kingdom in a parallel world."
"I see," Dao Lian said, indicating that she understood.
After successfully establishing contact with the official Flower Kingdom, Jingyuan's trip there became even more comfortable.
"Looks like that Dao Lian guy is pretty good, actually letting you stay for free at any of his hotels." The Dragon Girl with the Medicine in her mouth sat on a stool, her short legs swinging back and forth. "I thought you'd be arrested as a weirdo."
“If I were really arrested, Fu Qing and Qing Zu would laugh at me,” Jing Yuan said. “Fortunately, Mr. Dao Lian is a reasonable person.”
"What are you afraid of? Anyway, no one in that world can beat you. If they dare to arrest you, just do it." As she spoke, Bai Lu revealed a mischievous smile. "Could it be that you've neglected your exercise since retiring and can no longer lift a knife?"
"Oh dear, the Dragon Maiden saw right through me." Jing Yuan feigned distress. "Please, Dragon Maiden, don't tell General Fu Xuan about this. My pension is about to be deducted by her."
Bai Lu knew this person was deliberately teasing her, but she couldn't help but laugh out loud: "You're really under Fu Xuan's thumb now, you don't have any of the general's prestige at all."
“Yes,” Jing Yuan said with a smile. “When I was still a general, Fu Qing would give me face, but now that I’ve retired, she treats me like a child.”
He had to explain everything to her about his food, clothing, shelter, and transportation. Sometimes, Jingyuan even felt like he had gained a mother who was much younger than him.
At first, it was fine, and only Fu Qing would take care of him like that. But after he got sick one time, not only Fu Qing, but also Qing Zu and Yan Qing started to treat him like a child. Later, he would even be randomly asked by a Xianzhou person on the street whether he had eaten well or rested well.
Although he knew it was the Luofu people's care and love for him, he really couldn't take it.
"Who told you to always shoulder everything yourself?" Bai Lu was also angry about this. She said fiercely, "You're not a general anymore, so you're not allowed to worry about things on Luofu! Otherwise, I'll tell General Fu Xuan that you're trying to usurp the throne!"
"Ah, this..."
Jingyuan was at a loss for words.
"Besides, didn't you used to want to be a sea patrol knight? Now that you're finally free, just go and have fun wherever you want. Don't always be thinking about this Luofu thing. After being a general for so many years, aren't you tired of it yet?" Bai Lu puffed out her cheeks, making a fierce face, and said, "Jing Yuan, you big fool!"
Everyone says that Jing Yuan, the Divine Strategy General of the Immortal Ship, is exceptionally intelligent, but those around him think he's just a big fool, a big fool who never thinks about himself.
He used to be a general, the highest-ranking officer, and no one was qualified to share the burden on his shoulders. But now he is no longer a general.
"So, you should just enjoy being an interstellar traveler!" Bai Lu said. "Old people should just enjoy their retirement. Always meddling in other people's business will only make young people dislike you!"
"Okay, okay, I understand." Jing Yuan said with a smile, "I bought a lot of local specialties in the country, including many delicious ones. I've already mailed them to you, and you'll receive them in a few days."
Upon hearing that Jingyuan had a gift for her, Bailu was so happy she almost jumped for joy: "Yay! I love all delicious food!"
Seeing that the child was finally happy, Jingyuan secretly breathed a sigh of relief.
He's most afraid of children crying.
"Oh right, didn't you say your Starship was broken? Is it fixed now?" Bai Lu suddenly remembered this.
Raising an eyebrow, Jing Yuan realized that Fu Xuan hadn't told Bai Lu about his plan to hitch a ride with the Star Core Hunters, so he said, "Not yet, we're missing something. But I've already placed an order on the interstellar network, and someone will deliver the necessary parts soon."
"That's good." Bai Lu was relieved. "Oh, I almost forgot, could you find me some medical books and materials over there? I want to see how they differ from those in Luofu."
It would be even better if we could find a way to get rid of the demonic possession from it.
Jingyuan understood her thoughts, so he readily agreed.
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