The Road in Search of Love

Wait a moment.

I just arrived in the City of a Thousand Sails and haven't even had a night's sleep.

Next, we're going to be facing off against a Seventh Stage art connoisseur? Really?

Isn't this a bit too exciting? The momentum of the Wala Wala is truly astonishing.

Linsey was startled, but when the two arrived at the manor gate, just as he was about to speak up to warn them...

Wala Wala didn't do anything too outrageous.

"The blind paintbrush gazes backward, the writing hand is a blur, and what is written and created is meaningless!"

The young girl softly recited poetry, and a paintbrush was in her hand.

Then, on the walls surrounding the manor, Wala Wala began drawing some strange and awkward shapes, completely different from the overall street atmosphere of the Azure District.

In just a few minutes, the manor became 'outstanding'.

Passersby glanced at it, and some even quickened their pace unconsciously, as if they had seen a pile of filth.

This is... malicious graffiti? Linsey was dumbfounded; he hadn't expected this kind of revenge. "Wala Wala, you..."

The girl stuck out her tongue and made a face:

"After all, their family has a Seventh Stage awakener, so we had no choice but to do it this way."

Linsey cautioned, "You're drawing here and someone can see you."

"With a little investigation, they'll come knocking on our door eventually."

Wala Wala replied confidently, "Then I'll say this is artistic creation!"

"Even if you take the matter to the Art Association, the worst you'll get is a ticket and a fine."

The girl then thought about her and Linsey's upcoming schedule:

"By the way, aren't we going to the City of Law?"

"You really want to cause me trouble? Hmph... then come to the City of Law a ticket on me!"

"..."

Linsey was speechless for a moment.

Not long after, Anthony also walked out of the manor looking dejected.

Looking at the guy's dejected expression.

Wala Wala instructed Linsey to take Anthony with her, and then left first.

Anthony looked at Linsey: "Mr. Linsey, am I really wrong?"

Linsey scratched her head. "I don't think I should think that way..."

Linsey led Anthony forward through the Azure District.

They reunited with Wala Wala on another riverside street not far away.

In the City of a Thousand Sails, there is a joint chamber of commerce called "Uriel," which operates a ship leasing business within the city.

Wala Wala went ahead and took three Silver Coin to rent a small boat, allowing the three of them to return through the city's intricate waterways.

The river within the city is essentially an exposed sea.

Wala Wala sat at the front, navigating and explaining at the same time:

"Compared to walking."

"Boating on the water can calm a person's mind a lot."

As she said this, Wala Wala turned to look at Anthony:

"Anthony, I heard everything you said to that old man in Kuwait. What are your thoughts now?"

Being gazed at by the beautiful young woman, Anthony immediately thought of his lover.

He lowered his head, his tone becoming hesitant. "I... I probably didn't think things through before I came."

"Nana is an Awakened One, while I am just an ordinary person. We are completely different..."

*Clap! Wala Wala A sudden clap of hands interrupted Anthony.

Facing the agitated young man, the girl spoke firmly and resolutely:

"Don't let that old man fool you!"

"Before becoming an Awakened One, everyone is first and foremost a human being; and as such, one needs emotions!"

Wala Wala threw down the oars, placed her right hand on her chest. "Everyone has a deep longing for affection deep in their heart."

"This will not change whether you become an Awakened or an ordinary person!"

Anthony was still stuck in his previous feelings of disappointment. "But..."

Wala Wala interrupted him again:

"So—you accept this outcome?"

"For the rest of your life, will you never see your lover again?"

"Is that so-called true love you talked about on the ship something that can be easily defeated and dissipated with a barrage of sarcastic remarks?"

"..."

Anthony was rendered speechless by Wala Wala's words.

Kuwait's previous rejection could be said to have dealt a blow to his confidence on a practical level, but the Wala Wala" movement stirred up the emotions in people's hearts.

Caught between reason and emotion, he was somewhat at a loss.

Wala Wala pressed their advantage:

"You just slunk home like that."

"Don't you want to meet your lover and hear her thoughts in person?"

Suddenly Wala Wala raised his voice, a strong sense of oppression emanating from his tone. "Anthony, answer me!"

"Are you going to date Nana, or that old man on the windowsill?"

"..."

Anthony could no longer suppress his emotions.

He suddenly stood up from the boat and shouted as loudly as Wala Wala, "Of course I want to see Nana!"

"I risked everything to get here, just to see her! But, but..."

Anthony's speech slowed down.

He sat back on the boat, covered his face, and began to sob softly. "But now, I don't even have the right to see her."

"How could you possibly hear her true thoughts?"

Linsey chimed in, "Didn't that Kuwait say he sent his daughter to a teacher to study?"

"In a sense, this is the dragon voluntarily handing over its treasure from its lair to other witches for safekeeping."

"Maybe losing this will actually make things easier?"

"..."

Linsey and Wala Wala took turns performing.

Anthony gradually stopped sobbing, and his attitude returned to the firmness he had when he boarded the Fishing Boat.

"I really don't want to give up like this!"

"No matter what, I must see Nana and hear her answer!"

Wala Wala and Linsey both said, "Isn't that right?"

"Then I wish you good luck."

Several hours passed.

The two rowed Anthony to the Purple District.

But Wala Wala did not return the rented boat to the Chamber of Commerce.

Instead, they took Linsey and began sailing due east.

At this moment, Linsey was checking the task list.

After Anthony decided to continue his search for love, the quest "The Bitter Journey of Love" was indeed completed.

[Consumables: Disposable Wind Pouch]

[Summon a strong wind that lasts for 4 hours; wind speed can be specified up to level 12.]

[A special consumable item, of moderate value.]

[Strange Object: The Hidden Sea Chart]

[After use, a hidden treasure location will be marked on the map.]

[Value unknown.]

"..."

Linsey observed the latter.

The marker given by the [Hidden Sea Chart] is located inside the City of a Thousand Sails.

This city was drawn.

Therefore, the treasure location should be in the sea below the city.

Given some time, Linsey, wearing Catfish Headgear, can dive down and retrieve this thing.

After confirming her gains and clearing her task list, Linsey felt refreshed.

He brought his attention back to reality, and while rowing, asked the girl guiding the way, "Wala Wala, where are we going now?"

"Shall we go to your studio to take a look?"

The person in front of them Wala Wala, blushed.

However, she quickly regained her composure, turned her head, and rolled her eyes at Linsey:

"What are you thinking? We're here to deal with your problem!"

Linsey pointed to herself. "My problem."

Wala Wala nodded affirmatively and said, "Didn't you want to inquire about the usage of the Teleportation Array?"

"The office there is in the Red District. Let's go and ask them now without delay."