On the Way to Make Deliveries

"Let's go to the Stonemason Guild first and deposit the small sculptures that Leide and Huoer Yisi regularly buy."

"Then, there's the dedicated delivery service."

"Mr. Ketali'er needed a painting of a sunset over an island and specifically asked me to commission it. Today is almost the deadline..."

On the way deeper into the Orange District.

Wala Wala talked at length about her work.

Linsey also recalled the circumstances of their first meeting.

The appearance of Wala Wala on Cato Island was probably to create this sunset island scene.

"You only went there to paint when we first met?"

Wala Wala replied with a slight smile, "Actually, I went on a trip—finding subjects for my paintings was just a side trip."

"But if that's the case, Mr. Ketali'er's request was precisely the opportunity that brought us together. Hmm, I really should thank him!"

"..."

"Wala Wala, Linsey, good afternoon!"

"The sun is shining brightly today, but it's not too hot! The sea breeze won't smooth out the fine lines on my skin!"

Wishing you a wonderful day in this beautiful weather!

The three of them headed towards the tower in the Orange District.

Many stone statues along the way greeted Wala Wala, clearly indicating that they held the girl in high regard.

As for Linsey being included in the list of people to greet, the reason is rather coincidental.

Even among the stone statues of the City of a Thousand Sails, there are channels for transmitting messages.

And when Linsey first arrived in the City of a Thousand Sails.

At the port office, he presented a parasol to the stone statue at the entrance, and the news gradually spread over the next few days, making him a popular figure.

The Stonemason Guild is located directly beneath the Orange Tower.

A row of white stone pillars are neatly arranged on the steps, solemn and majestic like a Greek temple, highlighting the blocky architectural complex behind them.

Men and women dressed in robes of various colors kept coming and going.

Many people, like Wala Wala, came to store their goods, while others hurriedly left with their goods.

Linsey and Yao Xing are not members of the Stonemason Guild.

The two could only wait at the door while Wala Wala went in to store the goods.

Standing on the street.

Thinking of the stone statues along the way, Yao Xing struck up a conversation with Linsey:

"Mr. Linsey, you and Wala Wala are very popular with the statues, aren't you?"

Yao Xing's tone was somewhat subtle.

As a theater star, she is always the center of attention when she goes out.

But now, in the vibrant Orange District, this situation has subtly changed.

Yao Xing was certain that if she were to drop the mask on her face, she would be surrounded by people and receive a warm welcome.

But that situation.

However, this is completely different from the warm feeling that even stone statues would greet you enthusiastically.

Linsey responded with a smile, "After all, I live in the Orange District with Wala Wala."

"If we change the location to the Blue District, even if you, Yao Xing, put on a disguise, you will definitely attract more attention than the two of us."

Yao Xing lowered his head slightly:

"Are you being watched?"

"After spending these past few days with Selina... no, with Wala Wala, my views have changed somewhat."

"Hey!"

Just then, Wala Wala rushed out in a great hurry.

She quickly deposited her items at the Stonemason Guild.

As soon as they stepped outside, they saw Linsey and her companion standing in the square, their eyes filled with the wariness of someone who had spotted a cat stealing fish. "What were you two talking about just now?"

Linsey immediately replied:

"Let's talk about the stone statues on the streets of the city, since they are quite unique."

"..."

"Just a stone statue?"

Wala Wala glanced at Linsey, then at Yao Xing.

Only when the other person became somewhat uncomfortable under her gaze did she take their hands and lead the way to the other end of the Orange District.

After completing the Stonemason Guild's goods storage, the only remaining task was to deliver the paintings.

The three of them walked along the riverside path until they came to a stop in front of a Wala Wala -like steel structure.

Linsey looked up and saw an iron sign hanging at the entrance of the steel-framed building.

"Steel Eagle - Architecture and Interior Design Center?"

Wala Wala began to explain:

"The people here are all involved in interior design or house construction."

"The person I told you I would introduce to you also works here."

The design center does not have the same strict entry and exit management system Stonemason Guild.

Linsey and Yao Xing followed Wala Wala inside.

The interior of this design center resembles a Rubik's Cube, constructed entirely of square metal frames, with virtually no wasted space.

On the third floor of the steel behemoth.

A man in a black suit saw Wala Wala and immediately stepped forward to greet him warmly:

"Wala Wala, you've come!"

The man's gaze then turned to Linsey and Yao Xing: "And who are these two...?"

Wala Wala enthusiastically began her introduction, but the latter half was somewhat subtle:

"This is Linsey, my good friend! This is my apprentice, you could call him friend number one!"

Linsey clearly noticed.

Yao Xing's body trembled slightly.

However, the designer had no intention of exploring the secrets; he simply smiled and nodded to the two of them, saying, "It's an honor to meet you both."

"Wala Wala, you're here today because the goods I ordered last time are ready?"

Wala Wala confidently took the gray package from Yao Xing's hand and handed it over:

"Of course, what do you think?"

The man took the package and unwrapped the gray cloth.

The island in the painting is lifelike, with the setting sun casting a beautiful orange-red glow. Everything is exquisite, yet it also reveals a touch of melancholy at sunset.

"Perfectly meets the requirements!"

"Truly the same high quality as always!"

"Wala Wala, have you never considered debuting as an artist in the Purple District?"

Wala Wala shook her head in rejection:

"Doing a small business is my current pursuit."

"Let's forget about debuting and becoming famous."

The man was somewhat regretful, but he didn't insist. He led Wala Wala towards the studio at the back.

"Come on, I'll settle the payment for the goods."

"I have a feeling that Mrs. Peiqi will be very satisfied with this design!"

"..."

The two went inside to pay the bill, while Linsey and Yao Xing stayed in the lobby to look around.

Suddenly, a commotion broke out in the studio next door, drawing their attention.

"Sir, please at least take a look at my design!"

"..."

"You, who don't even have Essence, shouldn't cause trouble here."

"..."

"There are still three years until the next Harvest Day. Be patient and wait; maybe it will come then!"

"..."

Linsey and Yao Xing looked over.

Then I saw a middle-aged man being chased out of the studio next door, with thick sheets of paper scattered on the ground.

A sigh came from the studio:

"You want to make money to go to the Hallucination Dream? Don't be ridiculous!"

"If an ordinary person goes to a place like that, doesn't he even think about whether he can come out alive?"

The middle-aged man maintained a respectful yet humble attitude.

He simply looked at the scene in the studio and replied seriously, "Even so, I will not choose to give up."