SFS Chapter 323 You Did Something Wrong
Chapter 323 You Did Something Wrong
"I'm so sorry to have troubled you so many times."
A girl with long, black hair stepped forward and bowed to the old man behind her, apologizing.
The old man waved his hand and smiled, "I should be thanking you. It's only you who's willing to listen to this old man recount some old stories... Hehe, I thought I had forgotten most of them by now, but who would have thought I would remember them so clearly... Sigh..."
Hearing the old man's sigh, the girl felt even more apologetic.
"If I can complete the script for this play, I will definitely invite you to see it in Liyue Harbor. Please do not refuse."
The old man smiled and nodded, saying, "Okay, okay, I'd like to see too."
It was at this moment that the old man noticed Xu Ning and the other person standing in front of the door next door.
"You...you..."
The old man thought for a moment before recognizing Xu Ning. "I still remember you. It's been a long time since you've visited their family."
Xu Ning smiled and said, "I've been quite busy with work and haven't had a moment to spare."
The old man didn't blame him; he simply nodded and said, "It's good to be busy. People always have to look forward and can't always stay in the past."
Xu Ning nodded and looked at the black-haired girl at the door.
The two had met before, but had never spoken. After all, most of the time when they met, she was on stage and he was in the audience.
Xu Ning clasped his hands in greeting and said, "Xu Ning greets Master Yun."
This girl's name is Yun Jin. Besides Ningguang of Tianquan, she is the only other person in Liyue Harbor who possesses a Geo-elemental Vision.
It seems to be the child that the Emperor cherishes the most.
After all, on the continent of Teyvat, she seemed to be the person who had been gazed upon by the Rock King the most times, so it would be unreasonable not to grant her a Divine Eye.
As for why Tian Tiezui, who ranked second, couldn't get the Eye of God, it might be because under Xu Ning's influence, he developed a liking for the Black Emperor!
How could Yun Jin not know Xu Ning?
According to his friend Xin Yan, Xu Ning appears quite frequently, and the gourd in his hand with the unique Eye of God is also unique in Liyue.
"I dare not accept the title of 'Master Yun,' but Yun Jin greets Lord Xu Ning."
Xu Ning asked, "I overheard Master Yun talking earlier. It seems you came here to complete a certain play?"
Yun Jin nodded and said, "My father overheard a story a few years ago and wrote it into a play. Unfortunately, the play was too short and not very comprehensive. So I want to see it again in person and ask him about what happened back then..."
At this point, Yun Jin suddenly noticed Shen He, who was standing silently behind Xu Ning, and stopped talking as if she had suddenly thought of something.
The old man didn't recognize Shen He, but from the conversation between the young girl Yun Jin and Xu Ning, he knew that the people in front of him were probably all of extraordinary status, and were very likely to be nobles from Liyue Harbor. However, he had no desires and did not ask any further questions.
"It's rare for such a small village to have so many distinguished guests. You've come to pay your respects, haven't you? Let me take you there!"
The old man was in good health and led everyone towards the back mountain.
"My younger brother has lived a life of hardship and has never had a few years of peace. To do something like that... Sigh, looking back now, it was all wrong..."
"But my poor little niece, Ah He, is truly pitiful... and in the first year of building a cenotaph for her, someone mischievously smashed her tombstone..."
Xu Ning touched his nose sheepishly and didn't dare to reply.
"I kept thinking that maybe this was an omen. Although the hope was slim, at least there was something to look forward to, and life would be a little easier."
The back mountain wasn't far; with the old man's rambling, we arrived in just a few steps.
Beside a solitary grave with a square stele, a small mound lay quietly nearby, though the small stele in front of it had been kicked over and smashed into a pile of rubble.
Xu Ning walked closer and intentionally or unintentionally stepped aside, leaving the space for Shen He.
He then took out a porcelain bowl from the Hidden Cave, filled it, and placed it in front of the tombstone of the lonely grave.
The old man watched Xu Ning work quietly until he placed the wine bowls in front of and behind the grave.
The old man suddenly pointed at Xu Ning, "No mistake, it was you who did it. I thought it was some kind of divine intervention..."
Xu Ning nodded and replied, "I did it. But what you said is true, Uncle; there really is a divine intervention at play."
Shen He turned to look at the old man and called out, "Uncle Mingjun."
Mingjun was startled by this way of addressing him. "You are... Ahe?"
Shen He nodded and said, "Yes, I didn't die. My master rescued me and brought me to Jueyun Pass."
Mingjun sighed and said, "That's good, that's good. Years ago, I heard the story of the 'White-Haired Fairy' in Jueyun Pass from passing merchants, but I never expected it to be you."
“I had the chance to stop your father back then, but I let him go because I was soft-hearted, which ultimately led to a big mistake. I have always felt that I owe you an apology.”
Shen He said calmly, "No need. You don't owe us anything. He was already desperate at the time. You stopped him once, and he will definitely find another way."
Mingjun sighed and said, "No matter what, I feel a little better knowing that you're alright before my time is up."
Mingjun sighed for a while, then took his leave and went down the mountain.
Yun Jin, who had been listening quietly all along, finally spoke up and asked, "Miss Shen He, my father overheard the legend of 'The Goddess Splitting the Temple' and adapted it into a play. This play is actually based on you and tells the story of a young girl who defeats a demon and becomes a hero."
"But according to my research, there are many imagined elements in this legend, which is why I came to Tianheng Mountain to verify the true story."
Shen He shook his head and said, "What does it matter whether it's true or false?"
Yun Jin shook her head slightly, "Opera is an adaptation of reality. You, the real person, are right here. I cannot ignore your feelings."
"It doesn't matter to me. But I still really liked the hero story you just told me."
Shen He's answer took Yun Jin by surprise.
Yun Jin quickly pressed for the reason.
“My master said that I can only truly integrate into human society when I learn to use my power for others. So I really want to stand up and protect others, just like in your opera. Although I have never had this idea before.”
Xu Ning gently patted Shen He's shoulder, "As long as you have this idea in mind, you will soon have this opportunity, and then you may be able to see your true self."