Tree King: What? I've become the Abundant Pharmacist?

Chapter 500 Rude Scum

"What's wrong?" Xing asked Xia Die.

"It's nothing," Xia Die shook her head.

She examined the camera in her hand carefully, but she was still preoccupied with what had just happened.

She just ran into me again.

fine!

"Miss Xia Die, Miss Xia Die?" Xing called out to Xia Die once again.

"Ahem..." Xia Die blushed slightly.

"What a beautiful color! It feels...so cute." Xia Die quickly raised the camera in her hand.

"Aperture, ISO, and preset filters... Although they look different, their actual structure is the same, so there's no problem."

"Um... what is she doing?" Dan Heng asked quietly.

“People unconsciously find excuses to change the subject when they are in an awkward situation, like you just now,” Xing said.

Dan Heng immediately shut up.

He asked unnecessary questions.

"You two!" Xia Die suddenly shouted.

"Please take your positions, both of you."

Xing and Danheng were startled, then struck a pose.

Dan Heng simply stood there naturally, while Xing made a peace sign with her fingers.

This puzzled Danheng, but when he thought about how she seemed to be a star, it wasn't so strange anymore.

Xia Die nodded. "That's good. I hope you both like it."

With a "click," the image was captured in the camera.

"Let me see."

Xing walked straight up and took the camera before Xia Die could retract her hand.

This reassured Xia Die once again that Xing was truly unharmed when she touched him.

"The photos are indeed very good." Xing picked up the camera and commented carefully.

Dan Heng, who was standing nearby, also chimed in, "It is indeed quite good, but was there a reason for using a black and white filter?"

Xing and Danheng simultaneously looked up at Xia Die.

Xia Die immediately tensed up, "Ah... I'm sorry, it's just a personal preference. I like black and white photos. If you two mind, I'll take another one."

Dan Heng shook his head. "No need, this is fine."

"Black and white photos, we've never taken any before, maybe it will be a surprise for Xiao Sanyue."

"It seems like she was frightened?" Dan Heng asked unconsciously.

Seeing the two chatting casually, Xia Die laughed.

"I'm glad I could help."

"Then I'll take my leave. Please continue playing with the Earth Beast."

After saying that, Xia Die quickly left.

"Something feels off..."

Danheng looked at her retreating figure with a puzzled expression.

“She was shrouded in an aura of death,” Xing suddenly said.

"The aura of death?" Dan Heng was very puzzled.

“I’m not entirely sure what it is; it’s just a metaphor,” Xing continued.

“Okay…” Dan Heng said with a hint of regret.

"That Miss Xia Die, should I say she's taciturn? No, not quite, she's just a bit hard to figure out."

"The same thing happened when I met her before; she seemed very reluctant to have physical contact with people..."

"These Golden Descendants all have very different personalities. Among them, Bai E is probably the most normal one."

Just then, my phone rang.

[Group chat with Tibao, Danheng, and Xing]

Tibo: Danheng, Xing! Hello!

Tibo: How was your visit to the Marble Market?

Xing: I've pretty much finished exploring, and I've encountered quite a few people and things.

Tibo: That's great, I hope you had a good time shopping.

Tibo: The bathhouse has completely returned to its pre-war liveliness. After you've had your fill of exploring, come back to Marble Palace to find us.

Tibo: Aglaia has prepared a big gift for you!

............

"Let's go back."

Xing put away her phone and walked towards the Cloud Stone Palace. Dan Heng didn't say much, but quickly followed behind.

Soon, they entered the lower level of the Marble Palace.

Unlike before, this time they chose to enter the Marble Palace through the main gate.

On the wall of the huge bathhouse, a painting caught Xing's attention.

This mural, with its simple yet delicate carving, records the story of the creation of Kephale and the founding of Ohma.

In the mural, Kephale carries a massive dawn machine on his back, with golden divine blood flowing down from his left chest to the earth and spreading in all directions.

At its foot, the people, bathed in golden blood, joined forces to build a magnificent city-state. This is Ohma, the birthplace of the Onphalus civilization.

"What did you see?" Dan Heng asked from the side.

“A false myth,” Xing said briefly.

"Why do you say that?"

“Myth is myth because it is fictional; otherwise, it should be called history,” Xing continued.

"Huh?" Dan Heng was completely stunned.

Isn't this the false myth you just mentioned? Is this a riddle?

"What I mean is, don't believe it."

Xing turned her head and continued on her way.

Dan Heng was somewhat confused.

They climbed the steps, where a bard sat leisurely on the railing, fiddling with his harp.

Seeing Xing and Danheng approaching, she suddenly began to play the piano and sing.

"The struggle between day and night gave birth to an all-knowing giant. His feet measured the world, and his back bore the weight of dawn and dusk."

"It takes the night as its curtain, and after a long dream, it wakes up and realizes: I am perfect, for I was born to create life."

"O gods, hear my wish:"

"I take shape with new soil, and gain wisdom with abundant fruits. I am inspired by butterfly feathers, and my destiny is forged with golden blood."

"The perfect God created the first man, and the first man built the first city."

"Oahmayo! Beneath the feet of the Titan who bears the world, the beginning of the flow of golden blood."

"Even if the Black Tide engulfs the old land, the Holy City will eventually cross into the new world..."

Upon hearing what the bard said, Danheng stopped in his tracks, captivated by the song.

But then, Xing grabbed his wrist, instantly bringing him back to reality.

"Do you remember what I just said?"

"Don't believe it."

Dan Heng immediately came to his senses, and when he looked again, the bard had already disappeared.

He was increasingly confused about what was going on here.

"That's... Bai E?" Xing, with her sharp eyes, immediately spotted Bai E standing in front of the stall.

He appears to be bargaining.

"Grandpa, this thing of yours is new! And it's brand new, absolutely brand new."

"This isn't from Augustus week, it's from last week."

The old man appraising the treasure was immediately incredulous. "No, impossible! This is a treasure passed down from my ancestors... Where is Sitaros? Let him come and take a look!"

"Well, although my experience in appraising antiques is far less than yours, sir, I still have some confidence. If you don't trust me, you can take it to another place to have it checked." Bai E shook his head.

"Or, I can burn it for you right here—you can tell just by the smell!"

The old man appraising the treasure panicked immediately, "No, no! You can't burn my family heirloom!"

"I never knew Bai E had this kind of hobby..."

Dan Heng really didn't expect Bai E to do such a thing.

"The person he's dealing with seems difficult; it's best not to bother him for now."

"I agree." Hoshino nodded.

The two carefully avoided Bai E, but they overheard some news from the crowd.

Hey, are you in the debate arena?

"The debate arena? Which one are you referring to?"

"That's it—'Pink Clouds Celestial Maiden'—the excitement is still skyrocketing! I see you're not inside, come on in, or it'll be packed."

"Pink Clouds Celestial Maiden, Debate Arena..." Dan Heng murmured.

The word "pink" immediately reminded him of March 7th.

I wonder what March is like now?

Just as Danheng was lost in thought, Xing had already walked over.

"Excuse me, gentlemen. We didn't mean to eavesdrop, but we'd like to know more about the debate you mentioned."

The citizen looked you up and down, "Hmm? What's with your outfits...?"

Dan Heng immediately came to his senses and quickly came over.

They really do cause trouble as soon as you let your guard down!

“We are warriors from a foreign land, and we participated in the defense of Ohmma,” Danheng said immediately.

The citizen suddenly realized, "So you are two brave souls! My apologies! I didn't expect you to be interested in social gossip. Of course, no problem."

"Please bring out the stone tablets, and I will teach you how to connect to Ohma's myriad nets."

"The Ten Thousand Curtains Network?" Dan Heng could hardly believe his ears.

Is there still internet here?

Xing had already picked up her phone, added them as friends, and logged onto Wanwei.com.

【Pink Cloud Celestial Maiden Discussion Group】

Extraterrestrial Explorer: As I just said, the Pink Fairy doesn't seem to be an Onphalus at all.

The Celestial Explorer: Moreover, within that photographic stone machine, there are many wonders that Onpharos could not see: a snow-white world, countless small celestial boats, and dazzling skyscrapers...

Extraterrestrial Explorers: The outer realms exist!

Zagres gave me money: pink hair, a blue short-sleeved shirt, and eyes like the sea reflecting the sunset...

Zagres gave me money: Isn't this really the human reincarnation of Meneta?

I only wish to be a human: Lord Aglaia is the true representative of Meneta.

Extraterrestrial Explorer: What nonsense! I already said, the Pink Maiden is not an Onphalus at all, she comes from outer space!

The Thirteenth Titan: I admit I've read a lot of unofficial histories, but the "Cataclysm" is not an unofficial story; it's a real tragedy that actually happened.

The Thirteenth Titan: No one can cross the Sky Curve under Aegler's wrath—after all, whether the Outer Heavens even exist is still debatable!

Fagina is still drinking: Whether the Pink Cloud Fairy even exists is another matter!

I only wish to be a human: I still have a few exquisite garments handmade by Lady Aglaia, and I wish to use them as a gift to get to know the Fairy Pink Clouds!

Extraterrestrial Explorer: I already said I saw it with my own eyes!

Thirteenth Titan: Really? Then I personally witnessed Nicardo and Cephalus shaking hands and making peace!

Zagres gave me money: My explorer friend, you must have been misled by Zagres to spout such nonsense here.

Extraterrestrial Explorer: I told you the truth, but this is how you treat me... Since that's how it is, I will prove the existence of the extraterrestrial realm in my own way!

Extraterrestrial Explorer: Watch closely, I'm about to fly to the outer reaches of the heavens.

Extraterrestrial Explorer: Even at the cost of my life, I will find the Pink Mist Fairy and shut you all up!

...............

Dan Heng became furious upon seeing the content on Xing's phone.

“Damianos, the one who took our photos… it must be him. He opened the album and saw the photos taken before March 7th.” Danheng clenched his fist.

"Rude scum." Although Xing's face remained expressionless, her eyes turned cold.

I always find people who suddenly go through your photo album extremely annoying.

Dan Heng became even more anxious at this point.

“There are over a hundred people in the room. Although no one believes Damianos right now, we don’t know what he will do next. If things get out of control, the consequences will be unimaginable.”

"Quickly! We must find him before things escalate."

“He definitely needs to be taught a lesson.” Xing’s words were unusually cold.

"Let's go to the bathhouse first."

Danheng immediately took action.

But when they arrived, the place was already packed with people.

Everyone was talking.

"Pink Cloud Celestial Maiden, I can imagine your beauty just from these words! You must be the incarnation of Meneta, captivating me and making it impossible for me to extricate myself..."

"Beautiful celestial maiden, how can I win your heart?"

"Citizens, please stop spreading images of unknown origin!"

"Are you still not awake? The Pink Maiden is a fabricated lie, a prank by the Titan of Deception, Zagreus. We should follow Lady Aglaia's leadership, not indulge in a mind-numbing fantasy..."

Danheng immediately grabbed one of the men by the collar and asked, "Have you seen Damianos?"

"What are you talking about, Aminos? No, I don't know what you're talking about, friend..."

"Right now, my heart belongs only to the Pink Cloud Celestial Maiden!"

"Tsk..." Dan Heng released his collar and let out a very rare "tsk".

At this moment, a commotion broke out nearby.

"Don't chase me, don't come any closer!"

Xing and Dan Heng turned their heads and saw a figure running.

That was Damianos, the one who took their picture earlier.

"Damianos, it really is him! Let's hurry and catch up with him."

"He ran towards the Garden of Life, hurry and chase him!"

Besides Xing and Danheng, the Holy City Guards were also chasing him.

They quickly chased after them out of the bathhouse and into the garden outside.

"I am Damianos! I will prove it to everyone!"

"Citizens! Calm down, don't do anything foolish!"

“This is the Garden of Life, the sacred ground of the ‘Branching Branch’! Are you going to blaspheme the gods?” The guards surrounded him, very cautiously.

Damianus laughed wildly, opening his arms, and went into a frenzy.

"Blasphemy? You are sorely mistaken! The wise and rational Titan Thersith will be proud of me, just you wait!"

"The wisdom promised by the Titan of Reason, Thersis, should belong equally to everyone."

"I, the explorer Damianos, will today sprout wings and touch the sky—to prove to everyone the existence of the outer realms!"

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