Superbia, White Rock District.
Snowflakes were flying in the sky over the royal capital, covering the old buildings with blue roofs and white walls in a soft white robe. The leather boots left slippery marks in the snow, and the singing of the celebration team shuttled through the rooms. Young people filled with patriotism waved small national flags. A huge photo of Queen Gray was erected on the float in the middle of the procession, followed by many paintings and badges related to the royal family.
"Praise the Queen, praise the Kingdom!" the young people at the front of the team cheered enthusiastically, "The bridge of peace begins today, and I offer my blessings to Your Majesty Gray!"
The knights patrolling on both sides of the road wanted to remind the public to pay attention to safety, but they were unconsciously infected by the enthusiastic atmosphere. They tapped the hilts of their swords and cheered together with the civilians. This day happens to be the Kingdom's traditional "Ice Melting Festival". At this time, the winter ice and snow have almost melted, and the warm spring will return to life. People in the ancient kingdom used this metaphor to put aside their hatred and shake hands to seek peace. It is a perfect day for Queen Gray to visit Hezhong.
The last time a leader of the kingdom visited the United Kingdom was before the Secret Wars, when Queen Anne was still young. Fifteen years ago, the relationship between the kingdom and the United Kingdom fell to the bottom with the death of Prince Aurelian's husband. It gradually started to recover after the disaster of the collapse of the kingdom.
Now that the cross-sea passage project has been completed and Queen Gray's personal visit is a sign of further warming of relations between the two countries, the young people of the kingdom cannot help but be happy. They have already gone through a difficult enough three years and no one wants to fight anymore. Everyone longs for peace. Queen Gray stepped forward in the most difficult moment. Not only did she single-handedly support the reconstruction of the royal capital after the disaster, she also took the initiative to put aside hatred and seek development. She is a unique idol in people's hearts.
The joy of the people of the kingdom followed the live broadcast across the coast and arrived at the Blue Wave State in the northern continent. The light blue-haired knight Akuya watched the TV with a sense of pride that came from her heart.
"Gentlemen, you see, how much your Majesty Gray is loved by everyone!" the female knight said lively, "Today there are many people on the street waving the royal flag to celebrate. I went out to inquire this morning and found out there People come from all over the country, and the team even includes peace lovers from as far away as the State of Sound. We are on a glorious mission."
"The Hezhu people are so enthusiastic." The black-haired knight Branagh sat on the small sofa and stuttered a bit. "I, I have to say, I have changed my mind about them. I thought they would be very hostile..."
"Knight Branagh, I told you that you should participate in more social activities. If you continue to do this, you will be as scared of society as a psychic."
"But I am the spirit magician..."
Raquel listened silently to the juniors’ banter and did not interrupt. On the balcony outside a glass window, Her Majesty the Queen was drinking tea and chatting with the knight Gaffrey. Her loyal spy Sekri stood aside with a teapot, like a mature and solemn waiter. Raquel didn't dare to look over there. He was worried that his worries would be seen by the old man.
Yes, the Phantom Knight was worried. This emotion appeared in his heart when the four Star Knights set off at the same time. Her Majesty the Queen is a world-creating envoy, so why does she need the protection of four manifesting envoys? Knight Gaffrey should have a plan, but they couldn't find a chance to negotiate privately... and the anomalies he witnessed made Raquel even more suspicious. When did Her Majesty the Queen have so many fanatical followers in foreign countries?
"I still don't quite understand, Knight Akuya. They have not lived under His Majesty's rule, how can they understand His Majesty's wisdom?"
"You are so outdated, Mr. Branagh. People nowadays rely on social media to know everything." Akuya shook her phone at him, "Look. Many celebrities and reporters support His Majesty's visit. Even the most popular one Miss Ariel expressed her admiration for her last month!"
Should we think of a way to remind the Dawn Knight? Raquel was moved when he heard this, but he knew he had no chance. Their every move was under surveillance and there was nothing he could do.
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"Queen Morton's visit to Hezhong has been the focus of discussion recently. What do you think of the impact of this matter?" The host of the noon political program asked, and the elegantly dressed old scholar calmly practiced Tai Chi: "This It is a visit of profound significance. The relationship between the Kingdom and the United States can be traced back to two thousand years ago. Before the unknown dragon disaster occurred, Albion Island was once part of the Northern Continent..."
"Sorry, Professor. I remember this is unverified unverified history." The host deliberately made an eye-catching statement.
"I prefer to call it an academic consensus, otherwise we have no way to explain why the ancients of the two countries spoke the same language. Where have we said it? By the way, the historical origin of mutual benefit and coexistence between the two countries..."
The stretch car drove over the viaduct, leaving the interview column on the outside of the building behind. Gongsun Ce looked away casually, and Qiluo sat upright beside him. The girl wears a beautiful gray bracelet on her wrist, which looks like a little snake biting its tail.
The seats in the car are elegant in style and in pearly white. The orange-robed old man Jin Kalash sat opposite the two people. He gently turned the knob on the side of the armrest, and the hidden compartment opened immediately, and a wine cabinet popped out of the fixed armrest.
"Would you like something to drink?" the old man smiled.
"I don't care. What do you want, Qiluo?" Gongsun Ce turned his head. Qiluo didn't expect to consult her opinion at this time, and subconsciously said: "I just want juice..." She regretted it as soon as she said it. This was negotiating with the parents of a wealthy family in a luxury car. At this time, you can either do as the Romans do and have a glass of champagne or drink some spirits like vodka that show your dignity. What are you talking about juice!
But there is really juice in the wine cabinet. A large bunch of bright orange juice lies in a luxurious crystal container. Jin took out two glasses, added some ice cubes, and poured the drinks for the guests with his own hands, and then poured a small half glass for himself.
"Ms. Baioli of the Dadalion family always likes this, so I always have juice in the car." Jin handed the cup to the two young people, "Some impatient guests prefer aircraft, but I want to drive and see the city The scene inside is more in line with your taste."
Gongsun Ce took a sip of juice and deliberately looked scornful: "Sound Curtain City looks no different from an ordinary metropolis."
"I'm afraid you have to wait a few more minutes to see the difference." Jin was not angry at all. "Before that, we can talk about business... Let me get straight to the point. What do you want from the Kalash family?"
The old man is very experienced. He knows that it is useless to use the rhetoric of politicians and entrepreneurs with the impermanent agents. Gongsun Ce likes to negotiate with such smart people. He put down his cup and said bluntly: "I hope you will take a stand before the fight happens."
"Then I'm afraid you'll have to return in vain." Jin raised his hand and pointed out the window. They happened to pass through a residential area. The holographic image in the sky was replaying yesterday's bickering between the two politicians. Gaius defeated his rival. .
"'Global Hotspot' is a program owned by United Television Network, the largest television station in Uster. It, like New Century Broadcasting Network, is managed by Northern Continental Media, one of the family businesses of the Kalash family. The old man crossed his palms on his seat, "Have you read the Kingdom's Liyang News? The Empire's Rainbow Media?"
Gongsun Ce raised his eyebrows: "I heard about it. Patriots often say that behind them is 'overseas capital with malicious intentions'."
"The Kalash family is that overseas capital." Jin smiled with a sly look, "You must have seen a lot of holographic projection technology along the way, those huge advertisements floating in mid-air, disturbing publicity and hints - that It’s also a patent of the Kalash family, and we can earn a few coins every time the holographic projection shines.”
Qiluo couldn't help but interjected: "What is the role of anti-monopoly law..."
"Anti-monopoly laws were established by monopoly giants, Qiluo." Gongsun Ce shrugged.
The old man echoed with a low smile, and he retracted his finger: "Through the propaganda and hints I have seen along the way, I think you two smart people will not fail to see that the Kalash family I lead has already chosen a side, and we must stand on the Austrian side. Timith’s side.”
Jin Kalash made a very meaningful statement, but Gongsun Ce pretended not to hear it and nodded like a dazed man: "Even so, you came to greet us in person. It seems that you want to do something else besides your stance. negotiations."
"I am a businessman. Different positions do not hinder the progress of transactions. Even though the secret war period was so tense, we were still busy selling equipment to the 'enemy country.'" Jin said in a magnanimous manner, "From a personal standpoint, I have There are many things I want to talk to you about in depth, but before that, you can roll down your car window and 'see' the sounds that belong to this city."
As he was talking, the car drove into a long tunnel. Gongsun Ce rolled down the window as he was told, and a vague and ethereal singing voice came from the wind. Qiluo's eyes lit up at the side.
When exiting the tunnel, countless gorgeous fireworks exploded in the clear sky, and rainbow-like crystal debris fell from the sky, landing among the cheering crowds. Gongsun Ce thought for a moment that he had entered some kind of parade, because the entire street was blocked by excited residents. People poked their heads out of their houses, raised their arms high on the streets, and cheered excitedly from the rooftops of their bungalows. Their enthusiasm is so contagious, but it doesn't reach the hearts of their visitors. Because the moment they exited the tunnel, the song that intoxicated the city had already sounded, floating into the car like a breeze and flowing into people's hearts.
"Let us run together towards the light that is more beautiful than the rainbow
The journey to pursue the horizon begins here
That’s a reason so strong that it’s unforgettable.”
Along with the singing came a brand new vision. For a moment, the city center was shrouded in bleak darkness, with only a hazy light existing at the line where the sky and the sea meet. The singing woman ran towards the horizon, and the brilliant light shone through the dark night for a moment, turning into cliffs, oceans, sunrises and other beautiful scenery in the clear sky again and again, causing people to cheer excitedly.
"Ariel! Ariel!"
The singer is located in a distant urban center, and her venue is a floating stage above a high-rise building. Projection screens all over the city brought her every move into people's eyes. Both men and women stared at her purple hair and bright eyes in fascination. She was wearing denim shorts and a casual top, and her slim figure was filled with youthful beauty. She held a baton-like microphone in her hand, allowing every breath to hit the hearts of the audience.
The car was stuck in a traffic jam just after exiting the tunnel. Many drivers stepped on the brakes and looked at the singer in the distance and forgot about the work at hand. Jin Kalash knocked on the handle, and the car suddenly flew up smoothly, flying towards the high-rise buildings in the city center amidst the singing. There was a complacent look on the old man's face.
"Dear guests, welcome to the Sound Screen City. This is a screen of sound and art, where singers perform their voices in reality."
"It's wonderful." Gongsun Ce sincerely praised it. "No wonder artists from all over the world want to come here."
"This is not something everyone can do. Controlling the solid sound requires superb skills." Jin drank up the juice in the glass, "Please, Mr. Gongsun, we will be there soon."
The car flew into a cylindrical building in the center of Sound Screen City, the headquarters of "Northern Continent Real Sound Media Company". Gongsun Ce noticed that idol Ariel's performance had ended as they approached the building, and it seemed that they had just caught up with the singer's last song.
They parked in a private garage as spacious as a hangar, and the waiter outside the car opened the door for them diligently. Gongsun Ce stepped out of the carriage and met a pair of soft and charming eyes that impressed him deeply. The female singer who was singing just now stepped aside and said like a song: "The slayer of Liuli and Void Light, the holder of the Demonic Sword of the End, the hero who defeated the evil spirit with a red mouth..."
"Please don't say so many titles, I'll be shy."
"Then welcome to the Kalash family, Mr. Gongsun Ce and Miss Qiluo."
Ariel Kalash stepped aside to make way for the distinguished guest. She was still wearing the beautiful clothes she had worn during the performance. The faint beads of sweat on her neck and her slightly rapid breathing proved that she had rushed from the concert. She and other people came down and stepped forward to hold Jin's arm. The old man looked proud: "Please allow me to introduce you to my daughter Ariel Kalash, the most dazzling star in the Unova music scene."
"Don't be like this, Dad, you are too flattering to me."
Gongsun Ce shook hands with her: "Your singing voice is very moving, Miss Ariel." Qiluo couldn't hide her excitement: "Hello, Miss Ariel, I am your fan!"
Ariel's eyebrows were curved: "I'm so happy. I didn't expect that I could meet my colleagues in the entertainment industry."
Gongsun Ce saw his girl's joy and excitement, and proactively said: "If you don't mind, why don't you let the ladies chat alone?"
"Why not! Let the girls chat about art and life, and let the men focus on the dirty negotiations in the field of interests." Jin agreed readily, let go of his daughter's hand, and watched the two girls leave. He led Gongsun Ce into another passage and spoke calmly on the way.
"Back to business, Mr. Gongsun. After investigating your actions during this trip, I noticed that you have been paying attention to the totems of each state."
"The purpose of my trip is to investigate the abnormal weather. I would be derelict in my duty if I didn't check the totems." Gongsun Ce answered accurately.
"Of course, of course. But I am an ally of Gaius, and I also learned some secret hints from him. I think what you are really concerned about are the things left by the saint, right?"
Gongsun Ce scratched his hair and said distressedly: "You have such a rich imagination..."
"People like to have wild thoughts when they get old. If you are willing to tolerate the old man's absurd words, you might as well come along and talk about this deal. The totem situation of the Real Sound State is special, and we have left more information than other states." The old man. His demeanor was like a cunning weasel, leading the chickens to take the bait step by step.
"How many?"
"From words..." Jin rubbed his fingers, "turned into images."
Gongsun Ce pushed up his glasses: "Then what do you want?"
"Of course, intelligence must be exchanged for intelligence. We don't do loss-making transactions."
Jin Kalash's face turned solemn, and his answer was far beyond Gongsun Ce's expectation.
"Let me tell you frankly, I want information about Ranger Servais."
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At the same time, the old town of Sound Curtain City.
The other three crew members did not go with Gongsun Ce to negotiate, and are currently in Sound Curtain City to gather information. But before the official action, the eldest lady insisted on eating something to make up for the lack of breakfast, so the group stopped at a chain fast food restaurant.
Qin Qianbai bought fried chicken buckets, hash browns and cheesecakes, and was packing them when she heard a listless greeting from behind her.
"Hi. Another chance encounter. Are you really not following me?"
Qin Qianbai turned around and met the eyes of the curled-up blond ranger. She said with confidence: "Look, this is my reasoning. Miss Servais is so depressed that she doesn't seem to have had breakfast."
Servais slapped her forehead: "I'm just buying a Coke. Why do you have such a long brain that you can equate unhappiness with not eating?"
"Then why is the optimistic Miss Ranger unhappy?"
"It's the environment, it's an environmental problem." Servais said sadly, "This city is terrible."
(End of chapter)
