Xingtie: Starting with an in-depth analysis of the Yellow Springs

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Seeing that it was impossible for Sunday to give in, Sand Gold settled for second best and just wanted to get the gift money back.

"You compromised faster than I expected. Unfortunately, gamblers need chips more than businessmen. I can give you a bribe, but before that, I want you to tell me yourself—"

On Sunday, I arrived at the bag of money and the box.

"What exactly is stored in this box that you so decisively abandoned?"

Facing the gold dust, Sunday closed his eyes and exerted the power of harmony.

“O soul of the three faces, brand his tongue and the palms of his hands with a hot iron, so that he may not lie or make false oaths.”

Suddenly, Sand Gold felt a wave of dizziness.

"what have you done?"

“Under the light of harmony, all evil has nowhere to hide. I implore Him to descend His light and ask you questions on His behalf. Now…you have 113 seconds to prove your innocence and gain my trust.”

[Nasita: The power of harmony directly influences the thinking of the gold dust collectors; wouldn't ordinary people be directly assimilated?]

[Zhu Yuan: A dangerous force.]

[Dreaming of Mizuki Tsukishiro: If I also had the power of harmony, could I help more people?]

Zhongli: A double-edged sword.

[A: If it can influence thoughts, then it can hypnotize... I have a good idea.]

[Pera: ...Pervert.]

[A: Opening a small sleep aid shop would definitely make money.]

Your mother is in good health!

[A: You're really nice, thank you. My mom is indeed very healthy.]

What if I refuse to answer?

"Then give it a try—and see if Tongxie will refuse you."

This is bad; the gold dust has lost its former smile.

The edges of the video show rainbow-like distorted colors, suggesting that Sunday is exercising the power of harmony.

"The question is: Do you hold any cornerstones?"

"A very concise answer. You also understand the principle that too much talk leads to mistakes. When you entered the country, did you hand over the foundation stone to your family?"

The power of harmony compels alluvial gold to speak the truth.

"Does the foundation you entrusted to the family truly belong to you?"

[March 7th: The gold mine is finished, but I have a feeling he still has a backup plan.]

[Hu Tao: What a shameless force! They've got all the information.]

[Billy: If you keep asking, you'll know exactly what color the gold-plated underwear is.]

[Slurp, curious about the gold-plated underwear.]

[Fireworks: Poor little peacock, do you want me to help you? It's free!]

[Sunday: Fools should not meddle in family matters!]

Harmony, harmony, what an annoying force.

"Professor, what should I do?"

Sand Gold's expression remained calm and indifferent, as if he didn't care that his plan had been exposed.

But the observant Dr. Truth could not have missed the tension in his muscles and the slightly faster rise and fall of his chest.

It seems things aren't as calm as they appear.

"Reclaiming the family is also my mission. It seems I'll have to handle this myself. Just you wait."

"No, that won't do, Professor. Let me do it."

The gold dust, standing up, revealed a hint of madness; let's gamble then.

“Everything, or nothing.”

Chapter 37 Professor, I consider you a friend!

"Is your foundation right here in this room?"

"Have your memories been altered or deleted in any way, including but not limited to the technology of Memory Streamer?"

[Ling: That's an incredibly detailed question. How is the gold mine going to turn things around now?]

"Are you from the Evikin clan of Tzinia?"

When asked about this, Sajin seemed somewhat surprised by Sunday's level of self-awareness.

"Yes. You even know that?"

"Do the Evikinians lack any ability to read, alter, or manipulate their own or others' thoughts?"

Sand Gold shook his head; the question was starting to touch on privacy.

"No, does it matter?"

There was no response on Sunday, and the questions continued unabated, with little time remaining.

Do you love your family more than you love yourself?

"All the Evgeny people died in a massacre, didn't they?"

[March 7: Sand Gold isn't human, isn't he just an Evikinian? Why are you even asking?]

[Dr. Truth: He's worried that some of his people might still be alive in the Sand Gold region, and that he possesses special abilities.]

Lisa: That's really meticulous.

Are you the only survivor of the clan?

“…maybe.”

Amber: Oh dear, don't ask him anymore, he doesn't want to believe he's really the only one left.

[My boss, who works at Sand Gold, has really suffered a lot to get to his current position.]

"Do you hate and want to destroy this world with your own hands?"

Sand Gold remained silent for a moment, then shook his head.

"I do not know."

"Interesting. So, one last question. Can you swear that at this very moment—the aventurine is lying safely and soundly in this box?"

Dr. Truth, standing to the side, glanced at the silent Sand Gold and let out a soft hum.

"…certainly."

He couldn't help but smile on Sunday after receiving a satisfactory answer.

"It seems we've found the answer."

“Open it, Mr. Sand Gold…this is your last chance to protect your reputation.”

He picked up the box from the ground and placed it on the table, then gently pushed it with his fingers toward the gold dust.

Sand Gold reached out and pressed it down to stop it from moving, while Sunday pulled out a stool, sat down elegantly, crossed her legs, and gestured for it to open.

After observing for a moment, Sand Gold sensed that things had gone beyond expectations. He looked up at Dr. Truth, but Dr. Truth turned his head away, blocking his view and not wanting to meet his eyes.

Upon opening the box, Sand Gold's expression turned grim and incredulous; the box was completely empty.

"Are these... what you're looking for?"

On Sunday, the tablecloth was lifted, revealing two base stones, one gold and one green.

[Ring: There are two foundation stones. The hidden one has been found too.]

[Jadeite: Alluvial Gold, how are you going to win this bet?]

[Gold Sand: Master, you're really something. My last trump card was also withheld. You win.]

[Both cornerstones are in Sunday's hands?]

Oh no, oh no, the gold mine boss!

[Star: Sand Gold, you're such a loser. Come hang out with me.]

The company employees watching were filled with groans; this was the cornerstone.

Full of hope, I thought the gold mining director would successfully defeat the family, but instead, he lost two cornerstones. Now, not only will the gold mining company be held accountable, but we subordinates who followed him will also be punished.

Other onlookers also felt sorry for the gold mine, which had been manipulated.

As for Emerald and Toppa, they exchanged a smile.

The cornerstone, something so precious that others may never have the chance to see it.

The two foundation stones that appeared were topaz and jade.

Where did the foundation of the gold dust go? No one knows except itself.

Guys at the company, you've revealed all your cards.

Everything was under control, and the company was no longer a threat. Even Sunday, which had been filled with worry about the robin incident, was much more pleasant.

Before the digital system was implemented, Chaolu Mansion

On Sunday, Dr. Truth appeared before me.

"Since you have kept your appointment, learned professor... does this mean that you are willing to stand on the family's side in this farce?"

Dr. Truth crossed his arms and looked indifferent.

What makes you think you can win me over?

“I have heard that your relationship with Mr. Sand Gold is not pleasant. I also know that you are a true scholar, whose pursuit of knowledge surpasses everything else.”

"Then you should also understand that a qualified scholar can recognize his own position and will not lose something more important for trivial dignity."

Sunday certainly understands that it's impossible without giving something in return.

"If you agree to assist the family, we will offer up all the research results of the star core. No other faction is willing to share such knowledge except the family."

[Ying: So Dr. Truth was bribed. No wonder he didn't make eye contact with Sand Gold earlier.]

[Gold Sand: I never expected this, I really never expected this, Professor. I thought we were friends.]

[March 7th: You got fooled too. Serves you right for bullying Xing.]

[Nicole: Sandstone, you didn't lose unfairly. After all, your best partner turned against you, so failure is normal.]

[Employee: Our gold mining director has been betrayed! It seems even Dr. Truth can't escape the corrupting influence of interests! He's nothing special!]

[Dr. Truth: A bunch of idiots, I have no intention of arguing.]

Don't blame him, he gave too much on Sunday.

He sighed and said, "Tell me, what do you need me to do?"

Seeing that Dr. Truth agreed, he asked for information without hesitation on Sunday.

“I need Mr. Sand Gold’s complete plan.”

Dr. Truth: "Didn't you all take away his foundation? A peacock that has been stripped of its feathers can't fly."

[Still has such a sharp tongue]

[Plucking all its feathers...sigh, it reminds me of the black swan dancing with the dead.]

Black Swan: ...

"But I've also heard that the ten elites in the strategic investment department are extremely united and stand together for the company's interests."

"You could make your point more clearly."

On Sunday, he asked with a hint of doubt.