Baisong Town,

Paimon, who was watching Ying and Navia chat, suddenly scratched his head and looked around, as if looking for something.

Ying saw her movements and asked curiously, "Paimon, what are you looking at?" ”

Paimon tilted his neck, "I'm looking for Myles and Silver, shouldn't they follow Navia?" ”

As soon as she finished speaking, Navia's expression froze, and sadness appeared in her eyes, and she opened her mouth, but she could not speak.

Looking at her appearance, Ying suddenly had a bad premonition.

Before she could ask, the shouts of members of the Thorn Rose Society were heard not far away.

"Miss Navia, there's still a situation here."

When everyone heard the sound, it seemed that there was something wrong over there, and there were many people gathered together.

"Got it." Navia replied loudly, then looked at Ying and Paimon, "I'm sorry, I'll have to walk away for a while." ”

After saying that, he didn't wait for Ying and Paimon to react, and ran away like he was running away.

Paimon blinked, "She's gone... Now in this situation, it's no wonder she's so busy..."

Paimon didn't seem to notice what her question had stimulated.

Ying turned her head to look at Paimon and opened her mouth, but finally didn't say anything about Myles and Silver.

Her eyes flickered, and she prayed inwardly that she had guessed wrong.

On the other side,

Navia walked up and down the neighborhood, talking to many people and arranging things.

Every decision she made was reasonable, and the people who had been gathered quickly dispersed and began to work on their own business.

It seems that this catastrophe is about to pass, but Navia's expression is still a little heavy...

A few hours later,

Navia returns to Ying and Paimon,

“… Okay, the basic inventory and rescue are pretty much done. New reinforcements just arrived, so I can finally find time to do something about myself. ”

I don't know if I just said too much and solved too much work, Navia's voice was a little hoarse.

"Of course, we can't just take it lightly, we should do more, I will let everyone from the Thorn Rose Club accompany [helpers] throughout the process."

[Helpers] = The Fatui.

After speaking, she looked at Ying and Paimon, "Ying, Paimon, can you accompany me to my father's grave?" ”

Paimon was a little confused, "Huh, now?" ”

Ying's eyes flickered slightly, and she saw the sadness under Navia's calm expression: "I understand, let's go." ”

Leaving the devastated town of Baisong,

The three of them walked all the way up the hillside,

Over there is the cemetery of Baisong Town,

And Navia's father, Mr. Kareth, is buried here,

When the three of them came here, there were only a few scattered figures in the entire cemetery, and there were extremely suppressed cries,

Obviously, although the disaster has passed for the time being, the scars it left are still in the bottom of everyone's hearts.

"There are so few people." Navia looked down and muttered.

Paimon looked around, "At this time, coupled with the situation in Baisong Town, no one should come to visit the grave..."

"Well, the people who come here now are all townspeople who have lost important people." Navia's tone was slow, as if she still had self-reproach in her heart, "As for the others, they are already exhausted from life, and even if they want to say a few words to the deceased, they can't do it. ”

At this time, even Paimon could see that something was wrong in the other party's heart, and she was a little worried: "Hey, Navia"

Ying stepped forward and hugged Navia: "No need to hold it up. ”

This sentence seemed to open the last insistence in Navia's heart,

Bean-sized tears slipped from her eyes,

With one hand on her chest, she hoarse and crying: "... I'm sorry, I... Really."

Emotions collapsed instantly, Navia slipped from Ying's embrace, squatted on the ground, covered her face with her hands and cried: "... Myles and Silver... Won't be coming back."

"Father, what should I do...", the girl collapsed in front of her father's tombstone, looking for even a little comfort.

It's a pity that the cold tombstone can't speak,

Paimon's eyes widened instantly, "How could it be!! ”

She couldn't believe that Myles and Silver, the two guys who followed Navia, could take out eggs, sugar, and almonds,

That's it...... He's dead?

Paimon was stunned, and Ying stepped forward, "Navia, please mourn." ”

She didn't know what to say now, and in the end she could only say the most useless thing - please mourn......

"If it weren't for me, if it wasn't for me being too careless...... They, they won't ......," Navia wept bitterly, "they were drowned in the sea to save me." ”

Navia was mired in endless remorse and sorrow, and the sound of mournful cries echoed in the cemetery.

Paimon came to his senses and looked at Ying a little confused, "I... What are we supposed to do..."

Ying shook her head, she knew that the best thing to do now was to let Navia continue to cry and release the emotions in her heart.

Tears take away those emotions.

"I've known them for so long... I know they won't be afraid of these things, but, but—" Navia lifted her hands from her face, revealing a weeping face with fear and regret and indelible pain, "even if it's a father, at least the body can be found and a funeral can be held." Myles and Silver are completely... I can't accept it..."

She fell into the memories,

When she, Myles and Silver came to sweep her father's grave,

They used to talk about death.

As Navia said, everyone in the Thorn Rose Society is not afraid of death,

And Myles and Silver's greatest wish is that after death, they can be buried next to the grave of the former leader of the Thorn Rose Society, Navia's father, Mr. Carres.

Because of this,

Every year when Navia comes to visit Daddy Carres's grave, they can meet Navia together.

At that time, Navia's reply was, no need to stop by the way, she would run for them herself.

The jokes of the past seem to still be in my ears, but the old people have ......

Navia's eyes were hazy with tears: "I told them that I would agree... I'm going to break my promise. ”

There was silence in the cemetery for a long time,

Navia wiped away her tears and looked at Ying and Paimon, "I'm sorry for making you laugh." Actually, I don't usually cry much... It's true. ”

Paimon was at a loss: "I don't know how to comfort me, but I know how you feel..."

Navia raised her head and looked into the distance: "I always felt that my wishes could come true, but now that I want to come, I don't have to rely on myself, many things can only be done with the help of someone, and Myles and Silver have helped me a lot." At the end of the day, I can't do anything for them at this time. ”

Ying and Paimon glanced at each other, "You can stay here for as long as you want, and we'll accompany you." ”

At this time, they can't seem to do anything, the only thing they can do is to accompany.

"Thank you. For me now... That's fine. Navia nodded, paused as she pulled out a stack of papers, "By the way, this is for you." List of those killed in the accident in Baisong Town. ”

She knew that Ying and Paimon had come to help Navillette, so she had prepared this list.

Paimon took the list and read it, "O'Banna, Cana, Benetti, Givoni... Francine, Corina... Desler, Ryanville Yoleni... Esson... And Myles and Silver. ”

"That's a lot of people...... Is there really no going back? Paimon was scared, sad.

There are a lot of names on it, and they are all new friends she and Ying have met since they came here.

Everyone drank and ate together in the tavern, bragged together, laughed together,

There were also a lot of kids, who used to follow Paimon and call out for Paimon's sister.

There are very, very important friends like Myles and Silver.

And now, their names can only lie on this list.

"Yes, none of them will come back, but... The situation was actually much better than expected, and we saved most of the townspeople, and at the cost of losing Myles and Silver. Navia's voice was low, "... In terms of results, it should be a good thing. ”

In a huge disaster, only these casualties occurred, which is actually a blessing in misfortune.

And the sacrifice that Thorn Rose will pay is only two people, which is already very powerful.

Ying shook her head: "No one's sacrifice deserves it. ”

Paimon also nodded, "That's right! You must not think like that, it is true that one person saves another, but leaving and returning cannot be considered an exchange. ”

Then, Paimon showed his highlight: "Myles and Silver didn't pay the "price" for saving anyone, they just became heroes!" ”

Sacrifice is not the price, it is they who become heroes.

To use the word price against heroes is an insult to their great feelings.

“… Well. Thanks, Paimon. Navia looked at Paimon, her eyes fluctuating, she didn't expect Paimon to say such profound words, "By the way, those two sentences just now are really good, I'll write them down." ”

Paimon was a little embarrassed, "By the way, those two sentences are really good, I'll write them down." ”

Before Navia could speak, someone else interjected.

"Price and hero, hehe, I haven't seen you for a while, but your eloquence has indeed improved." Arechino came from not far away.

Paimon was a little shocked, "Ah, servant! How did you end up here. ”

Navia also looked at Arechino: "Hello, things are going well, right?" ”

"Yes. My men carried out their mission according to Miss Navia's request, and now the residents of Baisong Town have been rescued and are preparing to evacuate to the high ground. Arechino nodded, "Miss don't worry about supplies, they are all prepared." ”

Navia thanked gratefully: "Thank you very much. ”

Paimon was a little confused: "Wait, do you two know each other?" ”

Arecino smiled, "We've only known each other for a short time, haven't you, miss?" ”

Navia also nodded: "Well, under normal circumstances, it would probably be said that it was an accidental acquaintance?" It's just that this time it doesn't apply, after all, I never thought that the Fatui executive [servant] would take the initiative to find me. ”

After a pause, Navia continued, "Thanks to the [Servant], Thorn Rose will be supported by the Fatui's powerful backup force to complete the rescue and evacuation work at the current speed. ”

When Navia was called away before, it was actually the Fatui who came to Baisong Town.

They brought a lot of supplies and manpower, so Navia was able to solve the rescue work so quickly and had time to come to the cemetery.

Arecino waved his hand: "Helping each other is one of the inevitable laws of healthy development. All in Fontaine, a gesture of effort. ”

As an executive from Fontaine, Arecino understands how powerful the now-tattered Thorn Rose can be in Fontaine.

To give a simple example, the three largest track-seeking ship lines in Fontaine were built by the Thorn Rose Society.

One is called the Carres Line, named after Navia's father, the other is called the Clementine Line, which is named after Navia's mother, and the last one, called the Navia Line.

Yes, the main road of Fontaine is named after the Navia.

It is conceivable that the thorn rose will have a hidden reputation among the people of Fontaine.

This is one of the reasons why the servants are particularly concerned about the disaster relief situation here.

If the Fatui were to work in Fontaine, they could get the help of the Rose Society, even a little help, it would be a great help.

Of course, this disaster relief is not entirely utilitarian, and the purpose of the [servant] to save the people of Fontaine does not conflict with this disaster relief, but rather coincides.

As he spoke, Alecchino looked at Navia, "However, Miss Navia is much more shrewd than she says. You know what I mean. ”

"Please forgive me for the temptation before the cooperation. We in the Rose have never worked deeply with the Fatui before, and it is important for us to know our partners. ”

"My men reported seeing Fatui soldiers taking turns to observe the parameters of the water surface records everywhere, and they also prepared a large number of disaster prevention materials... I was really surprised. ”

"If you hadn't come here in person, I wouldn't have believed that your true purpose was good."

Navia is not stupid, the reputation of the Fatui is there, how can she accept the other party's kindness casually,

At first, the Fatui came only as a high-ranking official, and it was only after Navia's temptation that the [servant] appeared.

And the high-level [servant] came to the scene of the disaster in person, which made Navia believe that the Fatui really wanted to save people and relieve the disaster.

Arrecino clasped his chest with one hand and waved lightly with the other: "In front of you, a witness to the facts, I have no intention or need to brag." The fact is that a strong organization, whether it is good or bad, will not change its ability to act. ”

Then she turned to look at Ying again, "I also told this traveler earlier that I know the prophecy and intend to prevent the impending catastrophe. ”

"Helping the Thorn Rose will be the first step in the Fatui's power. So you don't have to be burdened, just accept the sincerity. Maybe one day you'll be able to help me do the same. ”

Arechino never hides his purpose,

She said openly and honestly that she was here to prevent the disaster, and this time she helped the Thorn Rose Society, hoping that she could get the help of the Thorn Rose Club in the next action.

I have to say that this kind of upright behavior seems to be very inconsistent with the Fatui,

But it undoubtedly made Navia want to believe in Arechino.

Because what the [servant] said and did was clearly displayed in Navia's eyes.

Be consistent in your words and deeds.

Navia nodded: "Without you, the list of casualties may have grown a lot... Thank you, I will remember this kindness. ”

"Also, I deeply regret the matter of Myles and Mr. Silver. If possible, I wish my staff had arrived a little earlier to avoid all of this. Arechino said.

Navia shook her head: "Don't say that... No one is supposed to do anything, and you and your men have done your best.

Like Paimon said, Myles and Silver didn't choose to sacrifice for someone, they weren't the price, they just... I chose to become a hero.

I didn't like this before, as if saying something sublime would dilute the pain. But it's really come to this moment, except for this word... There is no more suitable one. ”

Alichino put his right hand on his chest: "Yes." Please also pay your respects, Miss Navia. ”

Then a hint of heaviness appeared on her face: "The people of Fontaine live by the water, and they are also plagued by the water. It's no wonder that people always say that prophecy represents cause and effect, but unfortunately, I've never liked that. ”

Navia looked at her, "You're someone who would change something, aren't you?" ”

Arecino nodded very affirmatively: "Of course, so I'm going to go to the Buffati Mansion now." There are other things that the children need to take care of. ”

Then she turned away,

After walking a few steps, he suddenly stopped again,

Turning to Ying, he said, "Oh, yes, Traveler, there's one more thing. ”

Paimon crossed his hands on his hips, "It's not a fixed link?" I thought you'd talk about "Send Me" and talk about something! ”

The last time at the opera house, when Arecino and Funina met, they used the excuse of "send me", and then they talked a lot about things.

"It's also a clever and handy conversation technique that I like to use when necessary. Not today, Miss Navia, no need to shy away. Arrecchino said with a smile, then looked into Ying's eyes, "You should remember that I said that there was a chance that we could work together. ”

There seemed to be some special charm in Arethino's eyes, which made Ying nod involuntarily.

This is also what we talked about in the last meeting, and there is a possibility of cooperation between the two sides.

Seeing Ying nodded, Arecino's smile softened even more: "You and I both know that there may be something wrong with the primordial fetal sea, the sea valve in Merlot Petersburg last time and the water level in Baisong Town this time are all signals." ”

Ying spoke: "So, is it time to cooperate?" ”

Arechino nodded, "That's right. I'm going to share with you an update from the Fireplace House Intelligence Network. ”

"In recent investigations, some children reported that they had found a ruin, located near the town of Baisong. The ruins are very old and have value for investigation in all aspects. From the perspective of time, it may be related to prophecy and disaster, and the recent situation is urgent, and any relevant information is extremely valuable. At first, my people came to Baisong Town to prepare for the exploration of the ruins, but they didn't expect a disaster to happen here, and now we are all prioritizing rescue work. ”

This is a half-truth, the Fatui have indeed explored Baisong Town, but the main thing is to detect changes in the waters.

And the ruins are the entrances that only appeared after the disaster,

It didn't take long for Arecino to receive the news.

However, the contents of the ruin are indeed not deceiving, and Arechino told Ying the news of the ruin, mainly to further build trust between the two parties.

Paimon was a little skeptical, "Why don't you go by yourself?" ”

Arecino shrugged: "I thought about taking the children with me, but unfortunately Linny, Linette and Femini were all sent to the highlands to prepare to pick up the residents of Baisong Town, Linny said that outside of the Fireplace House, the person they trust the most is you, therefore, I want to entrust this task to you." ”

The three siblings who worked together in Merlot Petersburg were used as a link to bring the two sides closer once again.

Ying looked at her: "... Are you sure it's okay? Give it to me, an outsider? ”

"The members of the House of the Fireplace refer to each other as family, but Linny, Lynette, and Femini say that even if you don't come from the House of the Hearth, you and Paimon are their family."

Export the concept of Fireplace House members = family to Ying and Paimon, and subconsciously improve each other's bad influence on the Fatui.

"How sincere this friendship is, you don't need to say that you should also understand it."

Needless to say, let Ying and Paimon make up for it themselves, and there will definitely be a good result in the end.

"That piece of information of mine can sell for a high price. But since you're a family member of your children's family, it's only natural to share it with you."

Once again, the concept of "family" and "rightful" is reinforced, bringing the two parties closer together and improving the other party's first impression of the Fatui.

Sure enough, after Arecchino's set, Paimon already fully trusted her, "Understood, it's just going to the ruins, right?" We'll get it done! ”

Arecchino nodded, then looked at Navia, "Miss Navia wants to go with her too?" ”

"No, no, no! Navia is in a bad mood right now and needs to rest! Paimon quickly refused.

Navia had a different opinion: "There must be sadness, but I can't just go back and sit on a chair on the side of the road in a daze, right?" At the moment of natural disasters, depression is meaningless. As the heir, I had to do what my father wanted. ”

After a pause, sadness flashed in her eyes again: "... And, for myself, too. What do I need to do to divert attention... That way you won't have to think about Myles and Silver. ”

Ying was slightly silent,

Normally, the remains of the primordial foetus sea water must be very dangerous for Navia the Fontaine,

Ying had the heart to refuse, but seeing the sadness and persistence in Navia's eyes, she couldn't say anything to refuse.

Ying knew that even if she refused, Navia would secretly follow.

(Navia is strong, but she needs company too.) If you explore with us, we'll be able to accompany her. )

Ying thought for a moment, then nodded: "Then let's go together, but, Navia, if it's dangerous, you can't be impulsive." ”

"Okay, I know." Navia nodded vigorously.

She knew that if she was impulsive, it might affect Ying and Paimon.

Seeing that the three of them had finished negotiating, the servant stepped forward and took out a map: "Then, the ruins are south of Baisong Town, and this is the map." ”

"Okay, leave it to the three of us! Then let's pack up and set off as soon as possible. Paimon said confidently.

The three of them said goodbye to Arecino and turned to the place shown on the map.

……

Sumeru, Akademiya, Jozen Palace.

Wang Daoyi returned here and found Nahida, who was cleaning up the hidden dangers inside the World Tree.

Ever since Nahida fired the first shot at Celestial,

She's been cleaning up the World Tree,

When she's done cleaning up the World Tree from all the things that aren't normal,

Then, all the information recorded by the World Tree will appear in front of her eyes.

However, it certainly wasn't that fast.

Seeing Wang Daoyi come back, Nahida was a little curious: "Didn't you go to Fontaine?" Disaster solved? ”

"Half of it has been solved, and the remaining half needs your help." Wang Daoyi said.

Nahida: "What do I need to do?" ”

"I don't need you to come, I'm here to borrow the [Authority of Dreams]."

Wang Daoyi said.

In the following [script], there is a [plot], which was originally completed by the deceased townspeople of Baisong.

But because of Wang Daoyi's intervention, there are actually no dead people in Baisong Town.

Therefore, Wang Daoyi needs to fix this bug, otherwise there will be a loophole in the [plot].

(End of chapter)