Master Craftsman of the Elven World

Chapter 366 The Young Lady's Wish
Although the young lady said she was sleepy, she didn't actually go to bed to rest.

She forcibly suppressed her drowsiness, put on strange glasses, claiming it was for better late-night study, and unusually, she did not use her superpowers to write, but instead personally copied and organized the text.

The information gathered from the ruins is one thing, but how to write it into a report or a readable article is another matter entirely.

Fortunately, Gadriya had read many of Zhulan's manuscripts in private, and she had also read every single word of the papers that Zhulan had published in the academic community.

Although she didn't understand much of what was there, it was only because she didn't know the importance of those ruins.

The steaming dinner was set aside as the young lady focused intently on writing her thesis, refusing to give up even when yawning, determined not to let sleep defeat her.

At this moment, she seemed full of motivation and dreams, which may be one of the changes brought about by "King's Heart".

Lightmoss, standing beside Gadria, began tidying up the stone slabs, using future technology to research the Soul Heart, and also preparing to repair Genesect. The Poké Ball containing the Steel Bug God was quietly placed on the table.

At the same time, I also need to prepare a letter of recommendation for Professor N. Although Guangtai felt that, theoretically, she was not qualified to recommend him, since she was a specially recruited person.

However, the good thing about the Ranger Alliance is that they are relatively easy to talk to.

Moreover, they are truly in charge and handle matters meticulously, so nothing goes wrong.

Unlike Pokémon leagues in various regions, which are either completely inactive, have hands-off management, or possess extraordinary wisdom.

In this respect, the Patrolmen Alliance is quite similar to Interpolice.

"Could you help me figure out how to write this part?" Cattleya handed over a manuscript, unsure about some of its contents.

Although many inscriptions on the underwater ruins have been copied verbatim, the young lady is still not very skilled at how to further interpret them, or even analyze and extend their content.

"The history of the king is a straightforward history, so you only need to write down what you understand. However, please be sure to omit some details of the ancient royal exchanges."

"Geographical location and natural environment can explain why the ancient king built his nation in the sea around Ripple Town. The circular town of Unova also has its own significance."

"Historical background, cultural value, current state of preservation, and future plans. These underwater relics and their stone statues are also important research samples."

"What you wrote is actually quite good, but it would be best not to mention anything about the stone slab in it."

Guangtai whispered, "This kind of information can be told to Miss Zhulan alone."

Cattleya blinked; she understood.

"Is this the strange organization that Cynthia mentioned, the one operating in the Sinnoh region? I see. The mysterious organization in Unova is seeking the King, while they are searching for God."

"Wow, the world is really lively."

"Of course, I've kept all the treasures I brought back from the ruins. I won't sell these research samples to those antique dealers."

Jia Deli made some minor modifications, then happily scanned the document, uploaded it, and finally sent it to Zhu Lan.

"Why not just record it on the computer from the beginning?" Guangtai asked, somewhat puzzled.

"Because handwritten ones are more valuable and have a greater sense of ceremony." The young lady gave a "I'm so clever" look.

Even though it was almost midnight, Miss Zhulan didn't seem to be asleep. She quickly sent a reply to Jiadeliya. As for the content, the young lady suddenly perked up, her face flushed with an unusual blush, and her eyes shone with excitement.

"Zhu Lan was very surprised! She asked me how I found out about these things. The underwater ruins of the United States are still in the legendary exploration stage, but now we have already studied them to a great extent!"

"I was praised!"

Like a child praised by its mother, Cattleya excitedly paced back and forth in the living room, no longer floating.

It was as if being grounded in reality made her feel more at ease and allowed her to experience that joyful feeling even more deeply.

When faced with further inquiries from Zhu Lan, asking how she had successfully explored the area, Cattleya replied with considerable confidence:

[You and the shopkeeper went to the Ruins of the Divine Capital, so I had the shopkeeper come with me to the Underwater Ruins. As long as he's there, there won't be any problems, right?]

As a result, Zhu Lan fell into silence for a period of time.

Then, he slowly gave a reply.

[Is Lightmoss with you? He went to Unova. Right, he did say he was going to Unova!]

【Cadelia, you don't think I skipped Ripple Town this year, so you dragged him to the underwater ruins, do you?】

"I didn't." Cattleya's heart skipped a beat for no reason. As she denied it, her fingertips unconsciously twisted the hem of her skirt. "I just suddenly became interested in ruins."

Forget it, I know how you feel.

Cynthia's reply was rather helpless: "However, I really can't visit you there recently. Take good care of yourself. There's something unusual happening in Sinnoh."

【Also, don't cause trouble for Guangtai.】 "What do you mean I'm causing him trouble? You are all people of Shenhe, and you've only met once, yet you act like family?"

"I was here first, and I'm not the kind of person who would cause trouble for others anymore. Don't treat me like a little girl."

Caldelia knew that there were three people among the Gods, so she already knew two of them.

It doesn't matter who the remaining one is.

A childlike thought quietly rose in her mind: it would be best to take his place, that would make things perfect.

In that case, can't the three of us just keep going like this forever?
Perhaps, that is a kind of happiness?

Humans have an innate instinct to explore the unknown, and mysterious legends lie hidden in the corners of the world where no one knows them. After visiting the ruins of the capital, I became even more convinced of this.

[The investigation report on the ruins is excellent, and it's a major discovery; you truly deserve praise. Cattleya, you've grown and changed a lot. Please come to the next research summit; you're sure to win an award there.]

Those on the front lines get firsthand information, but in our world, sometimes even the right people can't unravel the mysteries of ruins.

[Besides, I might need to "borrow" some of the Lightmoss from you later; the secrets of the Cloud Mist Ruins haven't been solved yet.]

borrow?

Cattleya wanted to say that what she said was inappropriate, but an indescribable feeling of unease stuck in her chest. It was as if something precious had been casually predetermined to be taken away.

But the young lady didn't think much of it. She knew that Zhu Lan's words were just a joke, and since they were both from the same Shenhe tribe, the shopkeeper would definitely come if Zhu Lan called.

They are neither lovers nor relatives, but only connected by a bloodline.

Is it because they are all people who serve "God"?

A hint of envy and jealousy unconsciously crept into Cattleya's heart, but under the illumination of her dreams, this negative emotion quickly dissipated.

Yes, how could I have such thoughts?

Although I'm quite envious, I'll strive to become a better person who can attract them.

"He should be setting off soon." There was a hint of sadness in his voice that he himself was unaware of.

"The shop manager is still searching for various rare materials, and it seems he still has to go to many places... Now that I think about it, I regret it a little."

【regret?】

Caldelia leaned against the window, her gaze seemingly piercing through the wall, directed towards a distant yet warm place.

"His journey is exactly what I imagined my own life should be like."

Her voice softened, carrying a subtle longing, while a smile unconsciously played on her lips:

"Full of unexpected surprises, like dappled sunlight dancing in the forest, like a rainbow appearing around a corner. He always sees adventures that others cannot, and with that pure joy and vigor, he gently illuminates everything around him like the sun."

"And me," she looked down at her slender fingers, which should have been covered in scars, but which had been erased by her superpowers:
"In order to suppress my power and hone my will, my journey consists only of repetitive and tedious training, cold superpower suppression, and nerves that must be constantly on edge."

“Every step was heavy and gloomy, like walking in an endless gray corridor.”

"The journey was dark and gloomy, but it finally became bright when I became a Heavenly King. The world became noisy and joyful. In order to become stronger, I became one of the Four Heavenly Kings, but it seems that I also lost something important in the process."

"So, the store manager brought back the things I had thrown away, things that evoked my curiosity about the world and my simple joy. I'm very grateful to him."

"But please don't tell him."

Cattleya's expression softened considerably. She hid in the bedroom, where no one would come in.

She buried herself deeper into the soft, large bed in the bedroom, a fortress of absolute safety.

"Zhu Lan, I have a new dream," she said softly, her eyes sparkling with an unprecedented, firm yet hazy light.

"At the underwater ruins, I encountered the soul of an ancient king and obtained something from there."

"I want to be a champion. Perhaps that's the complete personality I lack. If I become a champion, I'm sure I'll gain something and see a different world. I'll still maintain my curiosity about the world on this long journey!"

"I want to become a better person than I am now."

"I want to become the wind!"

"A warm and free wind that blows through the hearts of the people I love."

(End of this chapter)