Classification of Artists

The complaining stone statue was given a parasol.

It's uncertain when the umbrella will be taken away by the office staff.

But at least this afternoon, it can avoid the direct sunlight.

On the other side, Linsey and Wala Wala also left together.

They were also holding a picture card given to them by the staff, with text written on it.

"As an apology from the Seven Seas Alliance, we have arranged a week of free accommodation for everyone at [Fennaburdos District (Purple District) - 27 Meiwen Street - 11]".

"Anyone who has been attacked by mermaids and needs treatment can go to [Du Clinic] during working hours from January 27th to February 6th for treatment, and we will cover the corresponding expenses."

"Regarding the handling of the Fallen Artist. Once the investigation or disciplinary action is completed, we will release the results through our Messenger Hall, and you are welcome to visit us at any time to view them."

The above is the Seven Seas Alliance's handling of this incident.

The attitude was neither cold nor enthusiastic, but all the questions that needed to be addressed were answered.

"Wala Wala, why were you deliberately kept behind by them just now?"

On the way, Linsey asked a question.

Wala Wala then explained:

"It's because of my skill level."

"Sculpture, painting, music, performance... there are many art forms in the world. But apart from a few very niche exceptions, they can be roughly divided into three types in terms of the development of their techniques."

"The first is outward-looking art: they create works, display them to the outside world, build fame, create schools of thought, and their skills naturally improve as a result. This is also the most common type of artist."

"The second is introverted art; they create their own artistic expression through the exploration of themselves and humanity. Such people do not need to interact with others to continuously deepen their skills until they reach the pinnacle."

"As for the third type, that would be someone like me."

Wala Wala pointed to himself, a complex look in his eyes revealing a hint of reminiscence. "We are the people who explore the Essence of Art."

"Therefore, I neither pursue the display of my works nor the exploration of myself, but focus on art itself."

"Therefore, it is especially difficult for artists to advance on the Path of Essence, and talent is extremely important. Given their scarcity, they naturally receive some special treatment in this city."

Linsey said with a smile:

"So, my companion is quite the genius after all."

Wala Wala shook her head slightly:

"My situation is a bit more complicated."

"Linsey, you and I might run into some trouble in this city if we go together. If you mind, we can..."

Linsey immediately interrupted the girl's sorrowful tone:

"Don't be so formal."

"Since we are traveling together, we should naturally face the joys and difficulties together."

"..."

Wala Wala laughed.

In interpersonal interactions.

The Essence of emotions is a very unfair ability.

Because Linsey could clearly sense Wala Wala's happiness at that moment; it was pure joy and excitement.

The girl hugged Linsey's arm tightly. "Linsey, you know I can play many musical instruments. Actually, I also know a little about painting, sculpting, or stage performance."

"The reason I have these talents is because I grew up in a counterfeit production team. It was because of this experience that I learned these various skills."

"Until I was 15, my team was destroyed by the Art Association of the City of a Thousand Sails. Although I was released afterward, I was put on the special list of the City of a Thousand Sails because of my bad record and bad background."

Linsey recalled her conversation with Wala Wala on the ship.

And the expression on the girl's face when she discovers the truth on Mermaid Island.

Wala Wala is particularly keen on authenticity.

The reason she has this personality might be because she grew up in a counterfeit goods production team.

Linsey asked:

"Therefore, people in this city will look at you with prejudice."

"What is the actual targeting?"

"The actual punishment for me is over." Wala Wala shook her head, then looked somewhat worried. "Linsey, do you think I'm a despicable imposter?"

Linsey said seriously, "The Wala Wala I know is a warm-hearted person who will lend a helping hand to the victims and can create new paths in the face of difficulties!"

Hearing this answer.

The girl pressed her face directly against Linsey's arm.

Joy can be felt even through the skin:

"Linsey, if you keep praising me, I'll get arrogant."

"..."

The full name of the Purple District is the Fennaburdos District.

Artists such as painters and musicians gather here in large numbers.

Paint and drawings form the foundation of this city, with buildings and streets built directly on the sea, and bridges of various shapes and sizes connecting the city to each other.

This is neither the medieval past nor a fantasy world.

It is an art capital that transcends conventional architectural understanding!

Looking around.

Whether it's the streets or the arched bridge surface.

Painters with easels and musicians can be seen from time to time, and countless people stop to watch.

Linsey and her companion followed the address to an open-air gallery on the north side of the Purple District.

Looking at the accommodations arranged on the card, Linsey looked up and down, momentarily stunned:

"Fennaburdos District... 27 Meiwen Street... 11..."

Linsey turned to the girl beside her for help. "Wala Wala, am I seeing things?"

The gallery at 27 Meiwen Street is just a public space; there is nothing here that looks like a residence.

And this number 11...

Hehe~~

Wala Wala smiled mysteriously.

She pulled Linsey to the 11th painting at the gallery entrance.

The girl bent down, reached out her hand, and tiptoed, her long hair cascading over her shoulders, making a playful gesture of invitation. "Mr. Linsey, please come in~~"

Wala Wala led Linsey toward the painting.

brush--

The scene before their eyes suddenly changed.

The painting depicts a manor.

But when they crashed into it, they didn't feel any real impact on the image or object; they just passed right through it.

Then it appeared before them.

It was a huge manor exactly like the one in the painting, and you could vaguely hear people moving around inside.

It was only then that Wala Wala introduced, "The land and property prices in the City of a Thousand Sails are frighteningly expensive."

"When receiving temporary visitors like us, we naturally use this more economical method."

"The artists' paintings!" Linsey exclaimed, suddenly realizing the significance of the public exhibitions along the entire street. "Wait, is each and every painting outside a separate space like this?!"

Wala Wala shook her head and denied it, saying, "That's not the case. The arrangement of such spaces is usually based on the requirement that the style of the painting should match."

"If it's to be exhibited publicly, it also needs to be reported to the Art Association as part of the procedures."

Linsey immediately had a Russian nesting doll-like idea. "What if I painted another picture like this in the world of paintings..."

Wala Wala reminded him in a serious tone:

"Linsey, this is dangerous!"

"If you are only in a world within a painting, and someone outside is damaging the artwork, the people inside will keep being thrown out."

"But if you paint within a painting, the end result is often that you get lost in the void. Unless a particularly powerful master of spatial arts comes to your rescue, you will say goodbye to this world forever."

"..."

"Mr. Linsey? Miss Wala Wala! You're here too?"

Just then, a warm voice rang out from the direction of the manor.

Linsey looked up and saw that it was Anthony running out of the manor.

Anthony, who was pursuing love, had clearly not forgotten his savior, and even waited for them in front of the manor.

Anthony's intervention also served as a reminder to Linsey.

"Oh, right."

"This thing hasn't changed at all before."

Linsey opened the Task Bar on the Data Panel.

The result was the same as what he saw on the ship: the quest "The Bitter Journey of Love" was still marked as incomplete.