Tingyun remained outwardly calm, but her fox ears twitched slightly: "I am deeply grateful for your willingness to escort me back to my hometown. My humble act of being a guide is far from enough to repay this kindness."
"If you feel that this kindness is difficult to repay, you can let me read your life completely."
Tingyun asked doubtfully, "Reading life? I don't quite understand this concept, but it should be alright. I'd like to ask if I can learn more about this term."
"It's nothing, just interpreting your past and future, from birth to death, every detail of your life."
The words reached the fox's ears, and although Tingyun's heart was in turmoil, she still maintained proper etiquette.
As the chief representative of the Tianbo Company Merchant Guild [Minghuo], she travels between many civilizations, promoting trade and friendship between them and the Immortal Ship. She has seen the world and is naturally adept at communication.
Now, her eyes keenly captured every subtle detail on the god's face, but she could hardly analyze his emotions.
She was curious about the concept of "reading life," but also a little apprehensive.
The deity before her seemed to sense her confusion and smiled, "Don't be nervous. I'm just offering you a way to repay a debt of gratitude; it's not part of this deal. As long as you agree to the guide's request, our cooperation will still stand."
Tingyun seemed to feel a little relieved, and her smile showed a hint of relief: "I will follow your advice. I will do my best to be your guide this time."
She spoke respectfully and sincerely, silently remembering the other person's suggestion to "read life".
Chapter 88 The Difference Between Illusion and the Clown
After confirming the next steps with Tingyun, Bai Yan left with the High Priest.
He will stay in the Krus civilization for half a day to see the children. After half a day, he will leave with Tingyun.
Tingyun's usual communication equipment has been lost, so Baiyan specifically asked Yinyue to connect Tingyun's spare communication equipment to the network where the Luofu Immortal Ship is located, so that Tingyun could let her know that she is safe.
Bai Yan's life coordinates sensed the Luofu Immortal Ship, confirming that someone impersonating Ting Yun had infiltrated the ship.
When news of the cloud's cessation is sent back to the Immortal Ship, the situation will undergo subtle changes.
If this information is revealed to General Shence of the Luofu Immortal Ship ahead of time, the manipulator who disguised himself as Tingyun and infiltrated the ship will become the clown on the chessboard.
After Bai Yan and the High Priest left, Ting Yun couldn't wait to take out his spare phone and contact the Sky Master using the spare number.
To her, Yu Kong was not only a trustworthy superior or a savior who rescued her when she was in danger while traveling; in her heart, Yu Kong had become a radiant idol. She regarded him as a spiritual sustenance and a guiding light on her path.
After editing the rather long message, she sent it back and then sat down at her desk to wait for a reply.
A moment later, the Sky Piercer sent her a reply: "Tingyun? You said you were lost in the Star Sea and just contacted us?"
Just moments ago, this Sky-Riding Master had a conversation with Tingyun on the Immortal Ship. Clearly, something is wrong.
On the other end of the communication, the tall fox-woman finished arranging things for the people around her, then stepped out, contacted the Cloud Cavalry General of the Luofu Immortal Ship, and headed to the Shence Mansion.
Although the Shence Mansion is where the Shence General works, the general is not usually here, but he happens to be here today.
In the fox-woman's memory, Tingyun had never been in any trouble, let alone lost in the Star Sea. Only now has she made contact with everyone.
The sudden appearance of another Tingyun suggests that something has likely happened; the immortal ship may have been infiltrated by some unknown force.
If you want to disrupt the Immortal Ship, there are safer ways to infiltrate it. There's no need to play this game of pretending to be a Cloud Stopper with her here.
She needed to find out the source of the signal and, just in case, contact Tingyun from a place where there was absolutely no problem.
This matter is of great importance, and the Shence Mansion where the General resides is an excellent choice, as it is a place where one can directly discuss matters with the General.
The security and secrecy there are sufficient to guarantee that if other forces also infiltrate the area, there will be little point in her taking any further action.
While communicating with the dubious Tingyun, Yu Kong arrived at Shence Mansion, where the people there investigated the source of the signal and activated the video call.
Along the way, Yu Kong subtly probed Ting Yun about some secrets that only the two of them knew, and Ting Yun answered fluently in all of them.
On the Krus civilization's side, thanks to the Skymaster's calm and collected response, Tingyun didn't notice anything unusual. The tests weren't too problematic either; after being missing for so long, confirming his identity was perfectly normal.
Tingyun connected the video call.
The video call included not only the reassuring face of the Skymaster, but also a man yawning.
Tingyun recognized him at a glance as General Jingyuan, the Divine Strategy General of the Luofu Immortal Ship.
Jing Yuan smiled faintly: "Miss Tingyun, it's been a long time. Since you went missing, the Sky-Driving Commander has been very worried and sent out search and rescue teams several times without success. It is truly a joy to see you safe and sound now."
"General? You're here too. It's been a long time. I'm sorry to have worried you and Lord Yu Kong. I've already reported the situation to Lord Yu Kong and will be returning to the Immortal Ship soon."
Standing next to Jing Yuan, Yu Kong also spoke up: "I was just discussing work matters with the general. Everyone was very worried about you after you've been missing for so long, so it's a good opportunity to meet you together."
……
After a brief exchange of pleasantries, Tingyun recounted everything that had happened to her before hanging up.
On the other side, the Luofu Immortal Ship, the Shence Mansion.
Yu Kong questioned Jing Yuan: "The source of the communication signal is very suspicious, but according to what she said, if it is the work of a star god, it is not an exception. But to encounter a star god and receive his help is still hard to believe."
Jing Yuan maintained a faint smile: "Since it has already happened, we can temporarily ignore the coincidence and make a judgment based on the current information. And it is precisely because this matter is too coincidental that she dares to speak, which makes it more authentic."
Yu Kong pondered the conversation: "Indeed. Such a clumsy lie sounds more like the truth. And she does remember those details of our time together."
"When it comes to judging Tingyun's identity, even General Luofu is no match for you, the helmsman. Find an opportunity to test the person on the immortal ship immediately. Given your relationship with Tingyun, you should be able to make a clear judgment."
"What if the person on the immortal ship is an imposter?"
Faced with the question of flying, Jing Yuan's smile deepened: "Then let's play along and observe secretly. Remember, don't alert them."
"Then the matter of secretly planning and investigating is up to you, General. I will first find an opportunity to verify the authenticity of the person on the immortal ship."
Yu Kong had worked with the real Ting Yun for a long time and knew her personality and habits inside and out. Moreover, she also remembered some of their unspoken secrets and details of Ting Yun's daily routine, which would undoubtedly be key to testing the authenticity of their relationship.
The thought that his trusted subordinate, Tingyun, with whom he had worked for more than 30 years, might have been switched, or even that his life or death was uncertain, made him realize that Tingyun might have been replaced.
A sharp glint flashed in Yu Kong's purple eyes, which he quickly concealed. This sharpness was not suitable to be revealed in the upcoming probing.
……
Bai Yan stayed in the Krus civilization for half a day. This time passed in the blink of an eye.
By the time he knocked on Tingyun's door again, the investigation on the Immortal Boat had ended, and Tingyun had received instructions from Yukong.
Bai Yan stepped in.
Tingyun stood up and bowed respectfully: "Your Majesty."
"As I said, we'll be traveling together a lot in the future. Just call me Bai Yan, or if you're not comfortable with that, you can add 'Mr.' after my name."
Tingyun smiled and said, "I was going to ask you what you think of the title 'benefactor,' but there's been a problem on the Immortal Ship. My superiors want me to enter the port under a different identity, so this way of addressing you will probably have to be changed. I just don't know if Mr. Baiyan can accept it?"
Yu Kong confirmed Ting Yun's identity, but they couldn't let her break her promise and not return to the immortal ship. They needed to act as her guide without alerting her, so changing her identity was a good option.
With Tingyun's intelligence, she will surely be able to perform this play well.
Bai Yan had anticipated this situation, and he smiled, saying, "I know a thing or two about disguise. Miss Tingyun, let me help you with your makeup before you go on stage."
Chapter 89 You still say that's slander?
A moment later, Tingyun stood in front of a life-size mirror, gently smoothing her long, silver-white hair, which had changed with her new identity.
Her white hair cascaded down like a waterfall, adding a touch of mystery and purity to her image.
Her fox ears stood out in her hair, the tips trembling slightly, revealing her sensitivity and alertness.
The faint blush on her cheeks in the mirror brought a vivid beauty, like a plum blossom blooming in the snow, reflecting the crimson in her bright pupils, with a hint of liveliness.
She tilted her head slightly, her long silver hair swaying gently with her movements, like a reed swaying in a gentle breeze, adding a touch of fragility to her appearance.
This makeover even made her taller, but she didn't use any height-enhancing devices.
Tingyun looked at herself in the mirror. Her face was more refined than usual, with less allure and more elegant beauty.
Tingyun smiled and said, "Mr. Bai Yan's method of changing his appearance is truly amazing. Even I can't recognize myself."
Bai Yan sat on the sofa in front of the coffee table, continued drinking tea, and casually replied, "It's nothing. If you like, changing species is no problem."
Unlike ordinary methods of disguise, with Tingyun's permission, he directly altered his physiological composition and memorized the composition before the change in order to remove the disguise.
The High Priest had prepared some clothes for Tingyun, which were just altered by a tailor to change the style, and are now worn by Tingyun.
It was a common outfit among fox-people, combining elegance and tranquility. The close-fitting cut allowed for free movement without losing the unique charm of the tribe.
Intricate embroidery patterns dance across the garment, telling the story of the Fox Clan and the Immortal Boat Alliance's cultural heritage.
The belt was gently cinched at the waist, outlining her figure, and the white fox tail swayed slightly with her movements, adding a touch of lively beauty.
After this disguise, Bai Yan also slightly adjusted Tingyun's voice, completely changing his appearance.
Once I change my usual way of addressing people in the next couple of days, this disguise will be complete.
This was a piece of cake for the quick-witted and eloquent Tingyun.
Tingyun packed her luggage, put it into her personal storage device, and sent her current appearance to Lord Yukong so that he could help her get a new identity.
After saying goodbye to the High Priest, she prepared to return to Beloborg with Bai Yan.
When they were changing their appearance, Bai Yan had already explained to her that they would need to follow the nameless guest on their exploration, and that they would likely head to the Luofu Immortal Ship after an unexpected incident.
There's no need to ask about flight routes; the day I return home is not far off.
Tingyun, who had little hope of returning home, had no complaints.
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Arillow VI, Bellberg.
It was past noon, and Xiaoya played with Hook and Clara in the lower area until she lost track of time. She finally went to eat after being reminded by March 7.
They originally intended to go to the Goethe Hotel in the lower district, but March 7th remembered that Hook and Clara had never tried the desserts in the upper district, so he suggested taking them to the Goethe Hotel in the upper district as well.
Xiaoya naturally had no objection to the suggestion, while Ruan Mei was even more easygoing.
Accompanying them back to the Goethe Hotel in the upper district was a certain garbage bin tycoon.
Xing approached with a grin, her hands still dirty, only to be pushed aside by March 7th, who ordered her to wash them immediately.
Back at the Goethe Hotel in the upper district, Xiaoya sat on March 7th's lap, with Hook and Clara beside her.
Surrounded by three adorable children, she fed one bite, then another, her face beaming with a radiant smile, even forgetting to eat.
Until Xiaoya in her arms shouted "Daddy!" and then jumped down, shaking her long emerald green hair, and ran towards the stairs.
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