Chapter 26: Phoebe's Punishment!
〜Huanglong〜
Just as Camellya burst into laughter, it was obvious that her joy at this moment came from the bottom of her heart.
Although her memories had not yet fully recovered, she was very clear about the threads of connection between herself and that person.
As for their relationship… obviously, it couldn't possibly reach that level, but wasn't that exactly what she had always wanted?
Justice or evil, the world and whatnot, none of those things had anything to do with her… All she wanted was simply to be with that person.
And now that such a situation had arisen, even though she knew in her heart it was fake… it didn't stop her from thoroughly enjoying this fleeting moment.
But where there is someone happy, naturally, there will be someone unhappy in their heart.
For example, Jinhsi. Although she hadn't met the Rover yet… the image of "⦍Snow Mountain Husband-Chasing Jinhsi.jpeg⦎" was deeply etched in her memory.
When they meet, she must let her know the consequences of stealing her thunder.
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〜Black Shores〜
Then there was the Shorekeeper, who had already gained her own consciousness and knew what jealousy was.
"Camellya, you really are still the same, haven't changed a bit. As the Black Shore's Flower Keeper, your attire really needs to be more dignified and proper."
"Hmm. When you come back this time, I must apply some forceful measures on you."
Situated at the terminus of drifting, the Shorekeeper, after muttering to herself, also expressed that she needed to properly discipline Camellya.
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〜Exposure Chat Group〜
Carlotta: "Husband and wife relationship? But why do I feel like you and that Rover… don't really have a 'husband and wife' look? ⦍ConfusedJinhsi.jpeg⦎"
Carlotta: "Also, why do I feel like you're a bit short?"
Camellya: "…..You guy, even if I am short… I'm still taller than a little potato. ⦍ClenchesFistJinhsi.jpeg⦎"
Carlotta: "Bastard, I want to duel you. ⦍FuriousJinhsi.jpeg⦎"
Zani: "Lady Carlotta, calm down. She looks a bit unstable… if you really fight, you might be at a disadvantage. ⦍DissuadingJinhsi.jpeg⦎"
Phrolova: "Oh. Is this the legendary debate of the two children? ⦍SmilingJinhsi.jpeg⦎"
Camellya, Carlotta: "Bad seed of the Fractsidus, once Fractsidus, always Fractsidus. Your retribution will come sooner or later." x 2
Phrolova: "…..I see, you two really have eaten too many red beans…. Lovesick, oh. ⦍GloomyJinhsi.jpeg⦎"
Little Drifter: "Cough cough. Time is almost up; everyone should get ready to snatch the answer. ⦍SmirksJinhsi.jpeg⦎"
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At this moment, Rover somewhat felt the terror of the Shura Field; right now, there were only three of them.
If they were all together in the future, what kind of scene would emerge… just thinking about it made his back drenched in cold sweat.
However, Yangyang and Chixia, beside him, seeing his somewhat guilty look… began to giggle foolishly.
[ ~Ding! Countdown to snatch answer: 10, 9, 8, 7….. ]
[ ~Ding! Congratulations to guest Phoebe for successfully snatching the answer. ]
[ Please provide the correct answer within two and a half minutes. Incorrect answers or timeouts will receive corresponding punishment. ]
〜Exposure Chat Group〜
Phoebe: "Ah. Is it actually me? My answer is A. Husband and wife relationship. ⦍ShyJinhsi.jpeg⦎"
Little Drifter: "...(This child is too honest.)"
Zani: "No way, Phoebe, you actually believed what that guy said? ⦍DumbfoundedJinhsi.jpeg⦎"
Carlotta: "Sigh. As expected, you really are the most innocent one in the church. ⦍ShakesheadJinhsi.jpeg⦎"
Francesco: "Carlotta… don't speak nonsense."
Carlotta: "Oh. I understand, Grandfather. ⦍NodsJinhsi.jpeg⦎"
Phoebe: "Is the answer not A? Was I tricked? ⦍CryingJinhsi.jpeg⦎"
Camellya: "Uh… I was indeed talking nonsense, sorry about that. (Damn it, why, seeing that guy looking all teary-eyed, do I suddenly feel like I've committed a crime?)"
Chat Group Crowd: "You guys… your sins are heinous. ⦍DisgustedJinhsi.jpeg⦎"
[ ~Ding! Congratulations to guest Phoebe. ]
[ Answer Incorrect. ]
[ The correct answer is D. Colleagues and Comrades with Mutual Affection. ]
[ You will receive the following punishment: Within the next three days, anything you eat will taste like Green Juice Bay Leaf Salad. ]
( Translator-kun: No more Pizza for you in 3 days... )
〜Exposure Chat Group〜
Phoebe: "Huh? How can… it be like this? ⦍CryingJinhsi.jpeg⦎"
Cartethyia: "??? No??? Wait, you're telling me this is a punishment? I beg you… Please punish me quickly. ⦍CryingJinhsi.jpeg⦎"
Chat Group Crowd: "Uh. This really doesn't count as a punishment… to be fair, Green Juice Bay Leaf Salad tastes pretty good. ⦍SeriousJinhsi.jpeg⦎"
Zani: "Perhaps that would be considered pretty good for anyone else, but for Phoebe… her most hated food is Green Juice Bay Leaf Salad. ⦍FrowningJinhsi.jpeg⦎"
Fractsidus Members: "It's just three days, even if you don't eat anything at all, you won't starve to death, okay. ⦍TsundereJinhsi.jpeg⦎"
Iuno: "These Fractsidus guys…. exactly what kind of lives are they living. ⦍ColdSweatJinhsi.jpeg⦎"
Changli: "Just rats living in the gutter for a long time; enduring hunger can indeed be considered one of their talents. ⦍SmilingJinhsi.jpeg⦎"
Cantarella: "Putting it that way, there really is nothing wrong with that statement. ⦍NodsJinhsi.jpeg⦎"
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[ Meanwhile, the image in the video faded to black after Camellya's segment concluded. ]
[ .....]
[ ~Ding! This exposure ends here. ]
[ The person with the most exposure this time: Rover ]
[ Congratulations to Little Drifter for obtaining one ✦✦✦✦ Gold Treasure Chest. ]
[ The next exposure will open at an indefinite time. Dear guests, let us meet again next time. ]
As the System's words fell, Little Drifter finally obtained another Gold Treasure Chest.
This journey of exposure could be considered thoroughly concluded.
And following this, the major factions also convened emergency meetings one after another. After all, this concerned the changing landscape of the entire world moving forward.
Also, facing those Tacet Discords and Echoes that had gained intelligence….
If one didn't pick the right side or didn't have enough alliances, perhaps a certain faction being wiped out overnight would become the topic of idle gossip after dinner the next day.
Rover, on the other hand, looked at the Gold Treasure Chest in his hand. After thinking for a while, he decided to open it directly.
After all, the treasure chest could wait, but who knew when he would see the shadow of an Advanced Advancement Stone again.
[ ~Ding! Congratulations to Little Drifter for opening the ✦✦✦✦ Gold Treasure Chest and obtaining — Supreme Renaming Card. ]
[ Item: Supreme Renaming Card. ]
[ Item Level: Silver Level. ]
[ Item Effect: Allows you to change your name in the Chat Group once, and after the change, your name will be displayed in color. ]