Chapter 712: Breeze sways the sea of purple locust trees.
Jade Skirt, North District 4.
On the clean and tidy land, several tall buildings rise from the ground, which are particularly eye-catching when overlooked from a high altitude.
These buildings are arranged in a similar 'Ω' shape in the central part, and the outer part is six rows of slanted high-rise buildings, similar to the unfolded hexagonal wings. The buildings are covered with silver-blue mirrored glass. The overall simplicity is full of science fiction style. The environment is surrounded by a deep purple sea of trees all over the plain. Many leaves show different layers of purple under the bright sunshine, which is particularly beautiful.
If someone compares this place with the environment ten years ago, they will probably be particularly surprised, because ten years ago, this place was still a chalk desert, with gray rocks and gray soil everywhere, dry and without vegetation, but if the time is pushed back 400 years, the environment here is particularly similar. At that time, this place was also a beautiful scenic spot, known as the 'sea of purple locust trees'.
Now, a large area of land here has been acquired by the "Gray Dust Crystal", and a large number of improved "Purple Sophora" trees have been planted on it. The trees are tall and densely covered with branches and leaves. Even in the land rich in lime and salt in the past, they can grow healthily, and they have strong resistance to various industrial pollution and extraordinary toxins. (The Sophora trees in reality are also tolerant to salt, lime, and smoke.)
After these Sophora trees grow, the flowers of the Sophora flowers grown every year are collected by special self-discipline units for the production of medicines, perfumes, spices, etc. The wood of the trees is also an excellent furniture material. It is expected that in a few years, they can be cut down and replaced in a planned manner as a local specialty for export.
Out of concern for the environment, when the "Gray Dust Crystal" acquired this place, it agreed with the local government that 70% of the land area must be covered by natural tree vegetation in the next 100 years. Now the Purple Sophora Sea is worthy of its name, and 96% of the land is covered by trees.
Now this area is not used for industrial production, but is specially used for employee retirement residence, schools, recuperation, training, and vacation areas. The area in the center of the sea of trees is allocated to Tilan for her team to work.
The top floor of the central building is like a dust-free dark silver mirror, spacious and clean. Several pillars support the huge space here. In the center of the floor is a crystal image of Heshia, which is five times larger. The singer in the crystal is wearing a black feather dress, with moving elegance and beauty, like an angel descending to the earth.
"Although I know that this is to show the atmosphere and promote respect, I still feel a little uncomfortable coming here by myself."
Standing under this huge prismatic crystal, Tilan gently pressed her forehead, not daring to look too closely, especially herself in the crystal. The exposed legs are looming between the skirt, and the light pink toes like pomegranate seeds are still portrayed so clearly, making her wonder if the designer of this three-dimensional image deliberately highlighted it, because her toes are not actually so pink, but more normal pale white.
"It's more beautiful than solemn, so it's better to replace it." She said the decision ruthlessly, and the accompanying staff smiled bitterly and recorded it.
"Then what should we do with this crystal later, Your Highness?" The accompanying director asked cautiously.
"It's a pity to smash it, but it's not suitable for formal occasions. Let's put it away first and ask them to adjust the color to normal for me. Then send it to Arpeggio City. They said they would build a small museum of my work there. You can send it as a gift." Tilan thought about it.
"Okay, okay." Hearing that they didn't have to smash it, the accompanying staff finally breathed a sigh of relief.
"By the way, don't put my crystal statue here anymore. Just put an enlarged Qi Yehua logo, which is a little more normal."
"We understand." Although they agreed, everyone present still felt a little sorry. Lady Heshia was so beautiful and cute, but she didn't like to see her portraits and images displayed in public.
Perhaps it's best not to have it. Heshia's mysterious style of hiding things really attracts many people. Whenever she attends certain events, there are always a large group of people running over to watch and take pictures, and a good snapshot can also be sold at a very high price on the black market.
After that, Tilan took a round here again, pointed out a few areas that needed improvement, and asked the accompanying staff to write them down.
"That's basically it. Keep it simple and tidy, and don't put too many irrelevant furnishings." She didn't like the style that was extremely complicated and mixed with various colors.
"The light can be brighter, but try to use soft light, not glaring. Although my title is related to black, I still like a bright and warm environment."
"Yes."
After visiting the top floor, everyone dispersed, leaving Tilan alone.
In the large floor covering thousands of square meters, Tilan stood in front of the huge dark French window, looking at the scenery outside. She pressed her finger on a handle at an angle and opened a small window. Suddenly, colorful wind came in from this small window, passed through this empty floor, and also lifted the hair under her ear, flying gently in the air. The white and delicate earlobe appeared from the hair from time to time, and the touch of the hair brushing against her also made the girl feel slightly itchy.
Lifting her hair, Tilan took a few steps forward and leaned against the window. She looked at the square below, where a shuttle slowly descended and a familiar figure walked out of it.
She was here too, and the girl felt a little excited. Then she turned her eyes to the sea of trees in the distance, thinking of the painting she had drawn a long time ago, when she was in high school, and she and her companions shuttled through the northern districts for training.
Just as she was reminiscing, the elevator on the floor opened, and the familiar footsteps approached, causing Tilan to turn her head.
"Long time no see, Dolores." The woman walking across had long black wavy hair and wore a long dress with black rose lace. She was the eldest lady of the Incense Workshop, Dolores, who had not been seen for several years.
Compared with the past, Dolores has now grown up completely, with a somewhat mature temperament. In addition, her plump figure is different from Tilan's. When the two stand together, this contrast is also particularly obvious. Fortunately, the two are of similar height, so when they stand together, they will only be regarded as sisters, not mother and daughter.
"You're back, Tilan." Dolores came closer, gently held Tilan's wrist with both hands, and looked at her carefully, as if she wanted to find something different in this girl.
"Still the same as before." She gently hugged Tilan, and the two leaned against each other.
"Yeah."
After hugging Dolores for a while, they separated and then stood by the window together.
"I invited Dolores here this time, actually I want to ask you for help." Tilan looked at the leaves floating outside and said softly.
"I want Dolores to help deal with some affairs of the Four-Leaf Crystal Star Domain." Dolores was born in a wealthy family in the upper class of the Four-Leaf Crystal Star Domain. She has been familiar with many dignitaries since she was a child. With her around, Tilan can handle many problems more flexibly and easily, and she doesn't have to visit and meet for everything. Moreover, Dolores' status is also high enough, so she will not make people feel neglected when she represents Tilan to receive and negotiate.
"Then leave it to me." Dolores didn't hesitate and nodded in agreement almost as soon as she heard it.
"Now that my father is managing the family company, it's not a big problem for me to leave temporarily. Besides, since Tilan asked me for help, I certainly can't refuse you." She remembered that when they first met in Edes, they agreed that she would help Tilan realize her ideal.
"Thank you." Tilan didn't expect Dolores to remember the things at that time so clearly.
The two then talked about a lot of things in recent years. In the past few years when Tilan was away, Dolores managed the business of the "Incense Workshop" in the Central Star Region and made many breakthroughs. She also learned and accumulated a lot of experience.
"My high school classmates are now basically half-graduated and left school. If Tilan needs it, she can also recruit many of them. Many of them are extremely talented and strong."
"I will." Tilan nodded. It's time to expand the members of her team. Now, just to control the Four-Leaf Crystal Star Region, there is a big gap in professional members in various fields. In addition, she will have to manage the vast area of the Southern Star Region in the future, and she needs trustworthy and strong members.
As for loyalty, with her talent as a singer, she can easily screen out loyal people. This is also the biggest advantage of a singer compared to other politicians. In a complex political environment, it takes a lot of trust to find loyal people, and the singer has a great advantage in this regard.
First of all, there are a large number of fans and followers for the singer to select talents. Then the singer can easily screen out more loyal members and quickly expand her team members without worrying about various speculators and traitors. Although there have been traitors in the singer's team in history, such situations are very rare and often happen only when people's hearts change in the later period.
The two chatted and reminisced for a long time. The familiarity of the past came back again, and the atmosphere of the conversation became more and more relaxed.
"Speaking of which, Tilan has not changed at all." Dolores approached Tilan and leaned beside her. Comparing the shoulders of the two, although they were similar in width, Dolores's was obviously more ample.
A faint floral scent came from the tip of the nose. Although I don't know what kind it is, it smells very comfortable. This is probably the perfume that Dolores made herself. She has given Tilan a lot before.
"Dolores has grown a lot in the past few years." A slight hum was heard in the girl's voice.
"Hehe~" Then the two of them laughed.
After staying at the window for a while, the two of them stepped into the elevator and went to the restaurant downstairs for dinner. Because the facilities here have not been officially opened, there are only two of them in the restaurant.
Looking up, looking around the world like amber crystal, Dolores complained slightly, "'Gray Dust Crystal' really likes crystals, even the restaurant is in this style."
"Because they are very good at making high-quality extraordinary crystals, and they want to show off their own strength, many facilities and decorations in the building are in crystal style." Tilan picked up a small piece of shell meat with chopsticks. The light white meat was soaked in the shell of the sauce. It tasted sweet and delicious with the help of the sauce. It was not monotonous and was particularly delicious.
"These shells were produced in the past 'Dead Tree Garden', which should be called 'Water Tree Garden' now." Tilan introduced to Dolores.
"Now there are many lakes of different sizes, with beautiful environment. The trees on the water form pavilions and houses. It is a scenic spot that many people love to visit. There are also many local fish and shellfish." Tilan talked about the scene she saw during a tour in the north some time ago.
Over the years, because the environment of the Jade Skirt has recovered, it has attracted a large number of people to invest, and various industries have been quickly arranged and built. It can be said that it is thriving. In addition, this planet is the planet where Heshia was born. In order to establish a relationship with this singer, many chaebol groups also contacted her under the pretext of discussing investment projects. There were many such cases before Tilan disappeared, and now she has seen many more in the past year since she came back.
"There..." Dolores remembered that when they settled in the Dead Tree Garden, the two of them slept in the same bed for the first time, and Tilan's sleeping appearance was particularly peaceful.
"I remember." The two talked about the experience again.
"What is the situation of the 'Jielou City Ruins' now?" Dolores knew that Tilan's mother was the eldest lady of Jielou City back then.
"There." Tilan's fingers entangled the hair in front of her.
"It is now the residence of the 'Qinglian Sword Sect'. Many old buildings have been restored, but they are not used as before. Instead, they are used as a training site for the sword sect. It is said that they regularly let members of the same level fight swords in high-rise buildings. On the one hand, it is for training, and on the other hand,
it is also one of the tourist attractions. Many people like to watch this kind of chic battle in the ancient oriental style." In a sense, the beautiful sword duel is similar to dancing, which is very ornamental. The related ancient swords
and costumes are also selling very well. This is also a major source of income and expenditure for the 'Qinglian Sword Sect' now. The times have changed. Today's human beings do not pursue the strong combat effectiveness of individuals. The amazing swordsmanship in the past now appears more in movies and TV shows. Although it has deviated from the original intention, it has at least been preserved. With a large number of sword practitioners, there is a personnel base for selection to truly inherit the essence of swordsmanship.
"Now the 'Qinglian Sword Sect' is divided into the inner sect and the outer sect. The outer sect focuses on training the body and practicing excellent sword techniques. The inner sect is the real inheritance, with various sword techniques and secrets, as well as related moral education and a lot of cultural courses." Tilan recalled the rules set in the sword sect some time ago. Now she is the nominal head of the 'Qinglian Sword Sect', but the actual business is mainly managed by her uncle.
"Very good, to be honest, I also want to see Tilan's sword dance performance." Dolores believes that when Tilan dances with a sword in an ancient style long skirt, she must be particularly stunning.
"I haven't had the energy to prepare for such things in recent years." Tilan shook her head, and her long hair swayed slightly behind her, with a slightly coquettish and cute aura.
"There are still many things to do. Not only you, but I will also capture Avni and Allen to be my helpers."
"After the Four-Leaf Crystal Star Region is taken care of, I will also visit various star regions in the south to meet with representatives of giant companies and powerful figures in various places to discuss future alliance issues."
The Federation is about to move towards division and autonomy, and various forces are forming alliances to seek stability and security. If she doesn't do it now, someone else will do it, but it will definitely be too late to do it at that time. It is better to take the initiative to contact now to gain more initiative.
"Hehe, Tilan has suddenly matured a lot, but her appearance is still the same as before." In short, she looks a bit like a little adult, which is particularly cute. Dolores suppressed this sentence in her heart and didn't say it.
(End of this chapter)
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