Chapter 84

Nadixa gave Luo De another leaf.

This one is different from the last one.

The previous one was merely a pass Nadixa gave Luo De out of curiosity, effective only within the whole Sumeru Cheng.

This time, this leaf.

Not only does it have the function of allowing entry and exit to Nadixa's dream world, but it also enables communication with Nadixa's consciousness, and, with Luo De's permission, she has attached her own consciousness to it, expanding its range from Sumeru Cheng to the entire rainforest region plus A Ru Cun.

That means Luo De can now communicate with Nadixa anytime, without having to enter her dream world as before.

This beating wasn't for nothing.

Although saying this is a bit embarrassing, it's indeed true that the beating wasn't in vain.

Thanks to this leaf, Luo De can now walk sideways in Sumeru Cheng—at least half the people there are no match for him.

Anyway, when he meets someone he can't beat, he simply summons Nadixa to fight for him.

Unless he deliberately provokes an opponent whose strength has reached Archon level.

But that's impossible.

Leaving aside how rare Archon-level experts are, even if he encountered one, Luo De wouldn't dare to let out a fart; turning and running is the proper course.

Aside from obtaining a life-saving charm.

The knowledge he had been seeking also found answers from Nadixa.

One can only say she is worthy of being a deity who can roam the void.

Nadixa, the strongest problem-solver in all of Teyvat, has a knowledge reserve richer than that of the Academy.

Whether it's a question about elemental energy strength or about planting and livestock, as long as the answer doesn't require actual practice to obtain, asking her yields an easy answer from Nadixa.

After studying with Nadixa for two days.

Luo De immediately felt something.

Before long, he will be able to break through his current bottleneck, achieving a double breakthrough in skill and strength.

This enjoyment of gaining knowledge without leaving home also gave rise to his notion of not wanting to go to the Academy.

However, this notion was nipped in the bud as soon as it arose.

Not going is not an option.

He has already promised Nadixa.

He will definitely open the cage that locks her up before the Academy prepares to execute the god‑creation plan.

So then.

He not only has to go, but must also find a way to break through the Academy's defenses and rescue Nadixa from the Palace of Purification.

This task is somewhat difficult.

But under Nadixa's guidance, Luo De remains quite confident.

How does that song go again?

The jail cart rocks, rocks, the Great Sage opens his eyes, dreaming the Wind Discipline Officer is right beside him, left punch, right punch, finally the one who repays his karma sends him to meet the nightmare.

Recalling that wildly popular lyric from his past life, Luo De couldn't help humming it out.

What are you singing?

Dixiya, walking shoulder‑to‑shoulder with him, furrowed her brows and asked.

She seemed to have faintly heard the three words 'Great Sage', but wasn't sure.

After all, Luo De isn't from Teyvat, so it's impossible for his song to contain those three words.

Nothing.

Just happened to think of a funny bit.

Luo De smiled and gave no explanation.

Today, the only ones who came to the Grand Bazaar were him and Dixiya.

Dina Zede's condition worsened again.

Every year during the Flower Goddess Festival, her condition worsens.

This year is no exception.

Just a few days ago, they could still come to the Grand Bazaar together, eagerly awaiting that day of the Flower Goddess Festival.

But that day, after seeing the Academy official publicly extorting the Zubayr Theater, she collapsed again.

And she remained unable to get up from illness.

It was clear she would miss this year's Flower Goddess Festival again.

In her gloomy mood, her condition worsened further, to the point she couldn't even eat.

Dixiya couldn't bear to see her close friend suffer such torment, so she thought of going to the Grand Bazaar to buy some Flower Goddess Festival gifts for Dina Zede, hoping to cheer her up.

The Flower Knight's Yalda sugar is a must.

Dina Zede said so before.

Without the Flower Knight's blessing, the Flower Goddess Festival is incomplete.

Too bad.

She has never been able to fully participate in a Flower Goddess Festival.

Dixiya sighed as she walked.

Hearing her words, Luo De pondered and suggested: 'How about buying a set of the Flower Goddess Dance performance outfit? It should be sellable, right?'

Huh?

The Flower Goddess Dance performance outfit?

Dixiya's eyes lit up instantly, she clapped and said: 'Exactly, the Flower Goddess Dance is the most important program of the Flower Goddess Festival; if we can get this outfit, Dina Zede will surely be very happy!'

This is a great idea.

After buying the Yalda candy, Dixiya immediately set off, heading straight for the Zubair Theatre.

Luo De, following behind her, looked left and right, then quietly pinched the leaf in his pocket, calling out in his heart: 'Nadixa.'

Nadixa's voice immediately came back: 'What's wrong?'

"Do you want to come see the Flower Goddess Birth Festival?"

"This is a festival prepared for you by everyone."

Luo De took out the leaf and pinched it in his palm.

Soon, if Nadixa wants to come see the Flower Goddess Birth Festival, her consciousness can simply attach itself to this leaf.

The other side of the leaf fell silent for a moment, then said: 'Thank you.'

Immediately.

Luo De then felt the leaf in his hand seem to come alive; the originally dark green leaf now faintly emitted a crystal‑green glow.

Nadixa said nothing more, apparently seriously admiring the Flower Goddess Birth Festival's decorations.

After passing through the bustling, lively long street, the Zubair Theatre, where the stage was being set up, came into view.

The Flower Goddess Birth Festival was approaching.

The theatre had suspended all performances, directing all its manpower and material resources toward the Flower Goddess Birth Festival.

"It's a bit shabby."

Looking at the cheap decorations around, Luo De shook his head and asked Nadixa: 'Do you know why?'

"I know."

After saying those two words, Nadixa fell silent.

"Heh—"

Luo De didn't ask further; he and Dixiya went straight backstage and found the blond middle‑aged person who was directing everyone in setting up the stage.

Xie He·Zubaier.

Manager of the Zubair Theatre.

From the name you can tell this theatre is his property.

The last person extorted by the decree officer was him.

"Miss Dixiya, I'm sorry but I can't agree to this."

Regarding Dixiya's request to buy the performance costume, Zubair shook his head and replied: "That performance costume has already been pre‑ordered."

"It's already been ordered."

Dixiya's face showed some disappointment.

No gift could compare to this performance costume; if it could be bought, Dina Ze Dai would be so happy that her illness might just vanish.

Luo De, standing nearby, casually asked: "Mr. Zubair, who ordered this performance costume? Could you tell us?"

"Luo De, forget it."

Dixiya knew Luo De was trying to see if he could snatch it away at a high price.

But it's not worth it just for one costume.

Having this costume would be best, but it's not absolutely necessary.

Moreover, Luo De still owes Duo Li a ton of money, so spending too much would be wasteful.

"Just asking, it won't delay anything."

Luo De smiled at Dixiya, then asked again: "Mr. Zubair, about that just now, I don't know if it's convenient."

"Actually, there's nothing inconvenient about it."

"Anyway, that person will go to a public auction for that costume later; telling you in advance is fine."

Public auction?

As soon as Zubair said that,

Luo De immediately thought of someone.

And Zubair's following words confirmed his guess.

Sure enough.

It's the costume that Duo Li bought!

(End of chapter)