Fontaine, Debo Hotel, second floor private room
As the knock on the door rang out, the two Fatui servants guarding the door raised their heads slightly, looked at their executive master who was quietly enjoying dinner at the table, and then turned and walked towards the door.
As they opened the door to welcome the visitors, Lu Li also walked in.
After bowing respectfully to the two senior servants, Lu Li looked at Arlecino, who was quietly cutting a steak with a knife and fork, and said solemnly, "Father, I'm back!"
"You've been elusive these past few days, barely coming back. If the Northland Bank hadn't informed me that you'd successfully completed your assigned tasks, I would have thought something had happened to you."
After putting down the knife and fork in her hand, Alechino turned her head, and her unique eyes stared at Lu Li quietly at this moment, and she said so.
In response to this, Lu Li touched his nose awkwardly, "Sorry..."
"You deserve a reward for completing a mission well. However, I hope that next time you encounter such a situation, you can tell me in advance."
As she said this, Arecino came to Lu Li at this moment. Her pure black hands gently stroked Lu Li's cheek, and the red nail polish on her fingertips was so dazzling.
"On the one hand, it can put my mind at ease, and on the other hand, it can help me adjust my plans so that there won't be any inconsistencies."
"Yes!"
Lu Li quickly agreed.
"Well, then, Lu Li, have you already had your meal?"
"not yet."
"Then sit across from me and dine with me. Afterwards, we can discuss our next steps."
"Ok!"
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After enjoying dinner with Alecino, while enjoying dessert at the appointed time, Alecino finally mentioned the purpose of summoning Lu Li here.
After hearing her explanation, Lu Li widened his eyes in surprise.
"This... Father, are you serious?"
Lu Li was totally caught off guard by this development and asked in a low voice of disbelief.
"Of course I'm serious. Following your explanation, I sent people all over Fontaine. After exploring and excavating some ruins, I finally got this answer. The guarding facilities in those ruins are made of the water of the primordial fetal sea. If ordinary Fontaine people touched it, they would immediately dissolve into water. This also verifies that the discovery of the ruins is absolutely true. In other words, any results obtained from them are absolutely feasible and can be used as a reference."
Alechino said indifferently: "That's why I came to you now to explain it to you."
"But, Father, what you're saying is that I don't need to take any action for nearly two years?"
"Well, according to the prophecy on the stone tablet, no matter what actions we take now, it will not affect the ultimate fulfillment of our destiny. In other words, the prophecy is destined to be fulfilled in two years, and only by taking action then can we reverse our fate. Anything we do before then will not achieve the final qualitative change."
Listening to Alechino's explanation, Lu Li opened his mouth, and then his eyes suddenly became complicated.
By the way, the traveler in the original novel seems to be Mondrian Yuedao
The story begins after my wife Xumi travels and arrives in Fontainebleau.
According to the annual Sea Lantern Festival, it seems to be about two to three years.
After accepting this explanation in his heart, Lu Li could only nod slightly at this moment, "In that case, I understand, Father. Then I will follow your instructions and act accordingly."
"Well, the matter concerning the prophecy can be put on hold for now, but that doesn't mean you, Lu Li, don't have other important matters to deal with. Don't forget, you're now a debt handler. Also, I actually have something else to inform you of."
Alechino said this after calmly shaking her head.
After a moment of hesitation, Lu Li sat up straight and listened attentively.
"Do you remember the proposal I mentioned to you a few days ago about nominating you as an executive officer?"
Alechino calmly took a sip of the black tea in the cup and spoke softly.
Lu Li was slightly stunned, then nodded with a complicated expression, "Of course I remember, but Father, this matter can't be that simple. After all, I just emerged from the Buffati Mansion and became a debt handler. Even the youngest executive officer, [Young Master], only became an executive officer after gaining numerous merits and relying on his own strength."
"Becoming an executive officer isn't based on accumulated merit; that's what ordinary soldiers need to advance," Alechino said indifferently. "If your strength meets the requirements, then even if the public disagrees, Harlequin and Her Majesty won't change their minds."
"Defeat the executive officer through your strength, and you will be able to replace him. If your strength is recognized by other executive officers, you will also obtain this position. There is no other way."
"Lu Li, your strength has now reached the requirement."
Lu Li frowned slightly, then nodded gently, "Okay, I understand. So according to Father's suggestion, do you want me to get rid of an executive officer and replace him?"
The two female servants who were guarding the door trembled slightly when they heard this.
At this moment, Arecino chuckled upon hearing this, and then said softly, "Haha, although I have great disdain for those businessmen and politicians, I can't take action right now. Naturally, neither can you. The path I've prepared for you doesn't involve killing other executives and replacing them. Fighting against one's own family is strictly prohibited. I am the only exception."
Lu Li's eyes flickered, "Then what is father's opinion..."
"I want you to go to the other executives and show them your value. That means using the power of recognition."
Alechino said calmly, "Go to the Captain and assist him in his campaign against the Abyssal Front. Or go to Inazuma and help the Skirmishers to support his plan... Or go to the Sumeru Desert and assist the Doctor... Or go to Mond and assist the Lady in carrying out the collection plan."
"It depends on your choice, Lu Li."
Lu Li pondered for a while, then said softly: "Can any executive officer be used?"
"Yes, but the key is that you have to demonstrate your value. If two executives are willing to endorse you, your promotion will be a sure thing."
Alechino said calmly, "Now, all you need is an executive officer to endorse you."
Lu Li's eyes flickered, and then he nodded solemnly.
Chapter 103 Seducing Rosaline?
"So, what do you think?"
Alechino looked at Lu Li in front of him and asked quietly and calmly at this moment.
After pondering for a moment, Lu Li gave his answer. "Father, if I really want to go out and gain experience, and then be recognized by any executive officer... can I choose [Madam] Rasignora?"
"Her personality is not easy to deal with, and the missions she carries out are not something that can be accomplished simply by emphasizing the use of force."
After a moment's hesitation, Alechino said softly, "I originally thought you would choose Captain Capitano. After all, your strength should have earned his approval quickly. So, why did you choose the Lady, who focuses more on political intrigue and diplomacy?"
Lu Li spoke softly without hesitation, "Lady Rasignora once visited us when we were children. Although she was a bit awkward, it wasn't difficult to get along with her. Therefore, compared to other unfamiliar executives, I feel that working with an executive I already know well may be smoother."
"Secondly, I also have some information regarding Mondstadt. Dragon plagues frequently erupt there. The dragon [Ursa] has been plaguing Mondstadt for centuries, and it's a legendary monster that the Knights of Favonius have been unable to slay despite hunting expeditions. If we use this as a starting point, and successfully defeat the dragon, perhaps we can prove the strength of the Favonius to the Knights of Favonius and advance our diplomatic advantage. And through this battle, I think I might be able to impress Lady Rasignora and get her to endorse my strength."
"Of course, if things still can't be done, joining the command of Captain Capitano-sama is also a good option."
Alechino raised her chin slightly and listened to Lu Li's statement. In fact, she was also weighing the difficulty of the two choices in her heart.
After a while, she finally nodded.
All she could give Lu Li was a choice, and which one to choose was more reliable, perhaps the person involved was more
She knew better.
"In that case, I understand. I will write to Lacinora to explain this matter. After that, you can leave."
Lu Li opened his mouth, and then said with some complexity: "This...Father, is it really that urgent?"
"Why, can't bear to leave your gentle place?"
Seeing that Lu Li looked like he was struggling, Alechino chuckled and said so.
"Well... a little bit..."
After Lu Li was silent for a while, he spoke with some complexity at this moment.
Hearing Lu Li's frank response, Alechino's eyes softened. She then whispered, "This is an unexpected, yet reasonable, response. However, Lu Li, you must understand one thing. Without power, your current happiness will be as illusory as a mirror or a mirrored image, unable to last."
"I know. Although I really want to indulge in it, people must strive for progress in order to protect what they want..."
Lu Li sighed softly and nodded at this moment.
Hearing Lu Li's answer, Alechino nodded slightly with some satisfaction.
Then, she stood up at this moment. Although it seemed a bit of a waste that she didn't drink all the tea in the cup, she was in a good mood at this moment, so there was no need to worry about these things.
"Very good, this is the child I like. Lu Li, the meal is over, come out for a walk with me."
"Huh? Yes!"
Dieannala and Isote looked at each other, and then immediately opened the door for their master.
But just as the two were about to follow and fulfill their guard duties, Alechino stopped and called out to them, "You don't need to get too close. Just keep an eye on them from ten meters away."
Obviously, when she was going to hang out with Lu Li next time, Alechino didn't want these two people to get close to her and act as a light bulb.
Although the two servants felt helpless about this, they still responded respectfully and sincerely.
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Walking with Arlecchino on the quiet streets of Fontaine at night, there were not many entertainment activities among the neighbors at night. Even if there were, most of them were concentrated near the Opicle Opera House and the fountain, so at this moment, there was no one to disturb us on the long street.
Alechino and Lu Li walked side by side, taking a stroll while feeling the cool night breeze.
A walk after dinner helps digestion, and more importantly, Alechino rarely has time to spend leisurely with Lu Li like this.
"La Xinola and I are actually just acquaintances. For my sake, I might tolerate some of your behavior, but I will definitely not be too partial to you. Have you thought about how to deal with that woman?"
"Hmm... I think as long as I maintain a good relationship with my superior and subordinate, do my job well and complete her instructions, I should be able to pass it?"
"Oh, that's not simple. The flame flowing in that woman is similar to mine. She has abandoned all love, and therefore her temperament is particularly difficult to accept."
Alechino said calmly, "Anyway, since this is your choice, all I can do is explain it in the letter. Maybe she'll give me some face, or maybe she won't. It's all possible. But since this is the trial you chose, then persevere and don't embarrass me, understand?"
Lu Li smiled bitterly in his heart, this is the CPU itself.
In response, he could only nod helplessly.
Catching a glimpse of Lu Li's expression from the corner of her eye, Alechino's eyes flashed with a complex look.
Is it a bad idea to put pressure on him when he is about to leave?
After a while, Alechino, who had made up her mind, decided to make amends at this moment and said softly, "Forget it, I'll give you a hint. Perhaps you can try to get in touch with her more often. As I said, she has abandoned all love, but that doesn't mean she rejects the love from others."
"Hey?"
"This woman has a complicated past. She has a deep connection with Mond. In the past... she lost the love of her life, and she's never been able to move on."
Alechino said calmly.
"So, if you want to build a good relationship with her, or even make it easier for you to work with her later, you might try going in this direction."
Lu Li rubbed his chin and asked with some confusion, "Father, do you want me to try to seduce her?"
"...More or less. This might help you get promoted. Of course, if she resists, you don't have to force it. Just maintain a working relationship."
Anrazino folded her arms across her chest and spoke calmly.
Lu Li nodded slightly, as if thinking about something.
Chapter 104 Alechino: Are you ready to satisfy me?
At this moment, Lu Li's mentality was somewhat complicated.
After all, receiving such an instruction from Alechino, even if it was just a suggestion, sounded quite delicate.
You know, his relationship with Arecino is actually quite close, but for the sake of her own plans, can Arecino accept pushing herself out to come into contact with other women?
Although Lu Li did not resist, and Alechino was well aware that he was a philanthropic person, Alechino was definitely aware that he had formed many bonds with other girls in private.
However, encouraged by his female companion, he seduced the widow to his heart's content...
I always feel like an object, and it seems a little strange.
Be moral.
At this moment, such emotions could not help but arise in Lu Li's heart.
At the same time, noticing Lu Li's complex and uncertain expression, Alechino was slightly stunned, and the next moment he immediately thought of what this little guy was thinking at the moment.
There was no way. After all, Lu Li's mental activities were completely reflected on his face, and you could tell what he was struggling with at a glance.
In fact, she is in a somewhat subtle mood now.
The proposal she just made was actually for Lu Li's own good, but she was actually a little uneasy when she made it.
Looking at Lu Li's expression now, his inner emotions became even more complicated.
Seeing that he seemed to be still hesitating and silent, Alechino let out a breath and said calmly at this moment: "Lu Li!"
"Hey?"
"I'm essentially doing this for your own good, but if you don't want to do it in your heart, then don't do it. Just use your own method."
Alechino said softly, "Some people can make eye contact, while others will resist and dislike it no matter what. This is human nature. What I'm offering you is just a suggestion, not an order. If you really can't accept it, then forget my proposal!"
Staring blankly at Arecino's unique eyes for a moment, Lu Li nodded gently and held Arecino's hand. "Hmm... What I was thinking about just now wasn't these things, but your intentions behind it... But now it sounds like, father, you care about me a lot, and that's enough..."
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