"Speaking of which, Xiawolei will go to Melo Petersburg before coming here today." Saphir touched his chin, "I don't have access permit there, Ying, how about you go there?"

Ying tilted her head and stared at Saphir: "Is there any place in Fontaine that you can't enter?"

"Being able to get in and wanting to get in are two different things. Just go when I ask you to. Why are you talking so much?" Safire explained and then deliberately put on a stern face, with his hands on his hips, looking like someone who is not to be messed with.

It was a pity that if it was their first meeting, Ying might be a little afraid of her, but they had known each other for so long that even if she was spanked, Ying would only think that the girl in front of her was a fool. Fear? No way.

Although they were not afraid, Ying and Paimon still went to Melo Petersburg. There must be a reason why Saphir asked them to go. It was probably because of some reason that was inconvenient to explain.

The two quickly headed for Melo Petersburg.

In the Duke's office, Xia Wulei had completed the handover procedures and breathed a sigh of relief: "The escort procedure is over. This person will be handed over to you from now on."

"It seems like there's something else going on?" Seeing that Xiawolei's movements were a little faster than usual, Leosli noticed the other party's urgency.

Xia Volei did not hide it, but nodded seriously: "Well, I have to go to a party."

"That's rare." As far as he knew, Xiawolei didn't have the habit of attending parties. "Are you developing a new hobby?"

People like them will divert their attention by developing hobbies when they encounter problems, sometimes it is fitness, sometimes it is target shooting, or even boxing.

Hobbies don’t have to be restricted to any particular form, as long as they can divert your attention.

But Xia Wole shook her head: "It's just that this one is special." Yes, this is not a hobby, nor is it a social occasion, it is... something that must be done, and I am willing to do it, and it will make me happy.

She didn't explain much, Ying and little Paimon had already arrived.

It has to be said that the speed at which these two funny guys run around through the teleportation anchor points is really fast. Even Saphir has to admit that when it comes to long-distance sprints, even she can't compare to Ying and Paimon.

The time it takes to travel from one teleportation anchor to another is fixed, so distance has no meaning.

Paimon spoke up to greet the two: "Xiawolei, Duke!"

"It's great to celebrate festivals. Even my place has become lively." Leosli looked at Ying and Xiao Paimeng with a smile, then looked behind them unconsciously, but did not see any other figures.

Noticing his gaze, Ying shook her head: "Sapphire didn't come. She said she didn't have permission to come in or out."

"Oh, now that I remember, although it was verbally admitted, the corresponding document was indeed not issued." Leosley showed a look of realization, then quickly took out a document from the table, signed his name and handed it over, "That's it.

Tell her that she is always welcome to visit Mello Petersburg."

After taking the documents handed over by Leosli, Ying finally understood why Saphir had to make the trip himself.

When old acquaintances meet, it is natural to exchange pleasantries. Ying put away the documents and asked curiously, "What is the head nurse doing?"

"She prepared a deluxe nutritional milkshake... um... it's also deluxe in terms of health." Leosli showed a toothache expression, and it was obvious that the milkshake did not conquer his taste buds.

Paimon was a little curious about the topic they were talking about: "Were you talking about work just now?"

"We've finished chatting. I also said hello to Mr. Leosley." Xiawolei glanced at Leosley. "Isn't that right?"

Leosley crossed his arms and said, "I didn't give a clear response."

"But you didn't refuse." Xia Wole did not give in. Anyway, the person had been sent there, and everyone knew what to do next.

Ying looked at the expressions of the two and showed an understanding look.

Safire had already told her about Morris, and he didn't think he was wrong in deceiving Veronica.

If a lie made up of dreams can lead people to do good, it would be great. Fontaine is a country ruled by law, and private revenge is definitely not advisable. However, after completing the necessary procedures, one can still hope for "accidents" to follow up.

This is another matter. Veronika and her brother don't need to know.

"I have a good idea. Let's organize a newspaper reading event. For example, a newspaper with a headline about something that happened twenty years ago." Xia Wulei has already thought about what to do.

Leosley looked at Xiawolei with a meaningful look in his eyes: "Then I guess someone is going to be in trouble."

"He just happens to have the same name as the man in the newspaper, and he just happens to look the same. No one will make things difficult for him because of this." Xia Wulei said with a firm tone, but there was calculation in her eyes.

Leosli chuckled and shook his head. This time, he still did not refuse.

Acquiescing to Xiawolei's proposal, Leosli looked at Ying and Xiao Paimon again: "You two, do you have anything to talk to me about?"

Little Paimeng finally reacted and said quickly: "Oh! We are here..."

"You're here to invite me to the party, right? I haven't forgotten what day today is." Xia Wulei interrupted little Paimon. She was quite looking forward to it.

After receiving a positive answer, Little Paimon chuckled and said, "Then let's go back quickly!

Goodbye Duke, and Happy Thousand Souls Day! "

"Well, happy holidays." Leosley nodded and watched them leave.

Still through the teleportation anchor point, Xia Wulei used the Dust Song Pot, and the three of them quickly returned to the square of Fontaine.

Not long after, the award ceremony began.

The host stood on the stage, looking at the expectant crowd below, and spoke loudly: "I announce that the film that won the 'Funina' Award at the first Thousand Spirits Film Festival is -

Two Gunners! "

As she finished her words, fireworks began to bloom and everyone applauded.

Only Funina covered her face in shame.

Saphir leaned over and touched the other's erect hair: "Oh, you're shy?"

"You're going to die!" Funina covered her head. "I must propose to establish another Safir Award so that you can experience this feeling as well."

Safire pretended to be silent, then nodded seriously: "Well, good idea, so what is the award for? A killing competition?"

"Given the lethality of this name, the people of Fontaine probably won't dare to come when they hear about this award." Little Paimeng imagined such a scene and felt a little chilling.

Ying also nodded: "It can stop children from crying at night."

"How can it be so exaggerated? I didn't lead 800 people to defeat Fontaine's army of 100,000." Saphir thought it was outrageous.

The argument between the two did not affect the mood of others.

Kamisato Ayaka was very happy: "Congratulations, Mr. Xavier."

Xavier was speechless and he was crying with joy.

Although most of Yingying's profits this time were taken away by Saphir, he did not feel dissatisfied at all, because without the other party's investment, he did not know whether he could have made such a work.

Now that he has succeeded and has made a name for himself as a producer, it will be very easy for him to shoot any work in the future.

Funina looked at the incoherent Xavier and said quietly, "My judgment on the Fontaine Entertainment Industry has never been wrong."

"Now, please invite the producer of The Two Gunners, Mr. Xavier, to come on stage to receive your award!" The host made the invitation on the stage.

Xavier was a little dazed. Everything seemed so natural, as if it was destined.

Safir pushed him from behind and said, "Go ahead and win this trophy. This is the honor that belongs to you."

Following Saphir's strength, Xavier took a step forward.

Along the way, he thought a lot. From the difficulties at the beginning to the success later, he could not have done without everyone's help.

Everyone has given a lot, a lot.

He himself has paid a lot, but when he walked to the podium, Xavier felt that the trophy in front of him was very heavy, so heavy that he was not sure whether he was qualified to hold it.

Standing on the stage, Xavier turned around and looked at the people in the audience. He took a deep breath and said, "Thank you very much for your recognition of our film. I would like to especially thank..."

When accepting an award, you always have to give a acceptance speech, which is basically all clichés, thanking the investors, thanking the hard-working actors, thanking the strict director, and thanking the meticulous logistics.

"Every time I receive an award, I have to thank the whole world." Saphir said in a teasing tone as he looked at Xavier's speech.

Fu Nina stood beside her and said, "Of course, if you don't behave yourself after getting an advantage, you won't get support."

"Are you beginning to understand the ways of the world?" Saphir was a little surprised. In her impression, Funina had always been a person who did her own thing.

Fu Nina had an expression that said "Of course" and said, "What are you talking about! The entertainment industry is a complicated place. The fact that I can handle it shows my ability, okay!"

"I thought it was because of your background." Saphir curled her lips. Funina had the personality of a little girl. Although she was easy-going, she was not very smooth. She used to be the water goddess and everyone praised her. Now that she has abdicated, people are grateful for her achievements and contributions, so they are also very good to her.

But this has nothing to do with personality, it's all because of identity. Now that Funina boasts that she is a good person, it's hard for people to believe her.

On the other side, Kamisato Ayaka was also chatting with Xia Volei.

Xiawolei sighed: "Time flies by so fast."

"Yeah." Kamisato Ayaka agreed, "Just like you, Xia Volei, taught me how to hold a gun just a few days ago."

The shooting period of a Yingying is not short. In fact, several months have passed since the team was formed.

Ai Kefei has been released from prison, so you can imagine how much time has passed.

Xiawolei also realized that it might be time to say goodbye. Looking at this friend in a foreign country, she felt reluctant to leave: "Will you come to Fontaine again?"

"Of course!" Kamisato Ayaka said firmly, "I like this city. There are so many new things to see."

Compared with Fontainebleau, Inazuma is relatively backward. Due to its remote location, Inazuma's external exchanges have always been very closed. At the beginning, even the Kitsuna Palace could only specify the policy of exchanges with Liyue, because given Inazuma's geographical location, it was most convenient to go to Liyue.

But even so, one still has to cross an ocean and it is not easy to reach other countries.

The inevitable result of the lack of external exchanges was social backwardness. While other countries were vigorously carrying out reforms and progress, Inazuma's social model was actually still in a relatively feudal shogunate system.

Moreover, Inazuma's technology is very backward and is still in the era of slash-and-burn agriculture.

However, such an Inazuma also has her own charm. Kamisato Ayaka does not feel inferior because of this. She wants to invite Xia Wole, but she can't say it out loud. After thinking it over, she finally asked implicitly: "Will Xia Wole come to Inazuma?"

"I never had this plan before." Xia Volei looked into Kamisato Ayaka's eyes and saw a hint of disappointment flash across her eyes. She immediately tried to hide it, and then she continued, "But now, you can consider it."

This is considered an agreement.

Hearing this, Kamisato Ayaka's heart was filled with joy, and she quickly said, "I look forward to your arrival. When the time comes, I would like to invite you to my home and let you taste our tea and snacks."

"Okay, let's keep in touch." Xia Worei nodded, and the two of them made an agreement to visit each other.

On the other side, Chiori and Kamisato Ayato got together.

The two had been watching the conversation between Kamisato Ayaka and Xia Volei.

Chizhi knew that Kamisato Ayato had always hoped that her sister could make more friends. The current situation was exactly what Kamisato Ayato wanted. She looked at Kamisato Ayato who was silently guarding beside her and said, "As you wish?"

Kamisato Ayato did not answer this question, but looked at Chiori.

The girl has been away from home for many years, but her face is still fair. Years of experience and hardships have not left any traces on her face, but have left some imperceptible vicissitudes in her eyes.

Kamisato Ayato knew that her old friend must have experienced a lot, including grievances, pain, and loss, but these were no longer important because she was now the owner of Chiori-ya and a woman standing at the pinnacle of the Fontaine trend.

Countless words came to his mouth, but were swallowed again. After hesitating for a long time, Kamisato Ayato uttered: "It's time for you to go back to Inazuma."

"How is Kokura-ya?" That was Chiori's only concern in Inazuma.

Seeing that she had no intention of going back, Kamisato Ayato could only tell her the truth: "Everything is fine."

"Give her my regards." Qianzhi said indifferently.

"I will." Changing the subject was more distant than a direct rejection. Even Kamisato Ayato didn't know what excuse or reason to use to get the girl in front of him to go back.

The topic became dominated by Chizhi: "I heard that there are no more thunderstorms on the island?"

This was the news that came when the lockdown order was issued.

Although it was short, she couldn't help but want to pay attention.

Later, it was heard that the isolation order was lifted. No one knew the specific details, but Chiori was very clear that Kamisato Ayato must be an insider.

Speaking of this, Kamisato Ayato regained his spirits: "No more wars, just peace and order."

"It sounds great. It's the right weather for drying fabrics." Qianzhi said in a relaxed tone, and her eyes, which had always been cold, now revealed a hint of gentleness.

Kamisato Ayato's eyes moved slightly. Chiori meant...she was willing to go back and take a look?

A slight sense of relief grew in my heart. If this was the case, then this could be considered the gain of this trip.