Starry Sky Railway: Twin Origins

Chapter 147 "Young Master" D'Artagnan

"Swish, swish, swish."

The sound of a broom sweeping across the ground echoed continuously inside a building full of classical charm.

This is a temporary residence that Zhongli specially found for Lin Qiong and the others.

Lin Qiong stood at the entrance, looking at the scene before him, and the corner of his mouth twitched involuntarily.

He should have realized long ago that Zhongli leading them towards the location of the Northern Bank was definitely an attempt to utilize his powerful network of connections...

Inside the house, several members of the Fools, dressed in matching uniforms, were cleaning the various rooms.

"How is it, Mr. Zhongli? Are you satisfied? This house not only has a large interior space, but also a very good location. It's just a short walk from Wanmintang."

Beside Lin Qiong and the others, a man with orange hair asked Zhong Li with a smug look on his face.

The man who spoke up was none other than Tadalia, the eleventh seat of the Fatui's executives, nicknamed "The Prince".

The environment here is just as D'Artagnan described.

The house is not only spacious and bright, but also in an excellent location, just a few steps from the house is a bustling street.

Zhongli looked around the room, finally fixing his gaze on D'Artagnan, and nodded slightly, saying, "Hmm...not bad."

Just a while ago.

Zhongli led Lin Qiong and his group to the entrance of the Northern Bank and conveyed to the Fools standing at the door their request to meet D'Artagnan.

However, after the incident where Mondstadt stole the Heart of God, Luminous felt an urge to draw her sword when she saw Zhongli interacting with the Fatui.

Fortunately, Lin Qiong noticed Ying's subtle action in time and stopped her.

This prevented a potential conflict.

Not long after the Fool went in...

Upon hearing the news, D'Artagnan came out of the Northern Bank and greeted them with a smile.

After talking, Dadalia learned that Zhong Li was looking for suitable temporary accommodations for Lin Qiong and his group.

"I see. I'll take care of it."

As he spoke, he immediately instructed one of the Fatui members beside him to retrieve a document detailing the Fatui's real estate holdings in Liyue Harbor.

After reviewing the information, D'Artagnan selected a house for the group located in the central area of ​​Liyue Harbor that would not affect the Fatui's future plans.

Then.

D'Artagnan led the people to the location of the house, dismissed the Fools living inside, and asked them to clean the house before leaving.

Although it's unknown what those Fools were thinking, it's estimated they wouldn't dare disobey Datalia's orders.

After all, even a higher rank can be overwhelming, let alone an executor of the Fools who holds some of the Queen's power.

Thus, the scene Lin Qiong saw at the beginning—the members of the Fools cleaning the entire room—came into place...

"Sigh, it seems that even with eleven leaders, the Fools aren't having an easy time," Lin Qiong sighed, looking at the Fools still busy at work.

"Hmph, I think they deserve it!" Ying said indignantly from the side.

It seems she still can't forget that massive human wave tactic in Mondstadt.

If the woman's target at the time had not been Lin Qiong, but someone else entirely.

Furthermore, given the numerous obstacles she faced from the Fools' soldiers, that person would likely have long since been turned into an ice sculpture, becoming yet another sacrifice in their plan...

This also causes Ying to feel involuntarily angry whenever she sees the Fools.

After a while.

The Fools finally finished cleaning the house, wiping down almost every bottle and jar inside.

"Reporting...Sir, the house has been thoroughly cleaned!"

The leader of the Fools soldiers, panting, gave D'Artagnan a Winter Solstice salute and reported.

D'Artagnan glanced around the room, then nodded in satisfaction: "You've worked hard. Now you can go and rejoin the main force."

"Yes!!"

The fools' soldiers responded readily, quickly shouldering their equipment and luggage, and left the house.

After they left, only Zhongli, Dadalia, and Lin Qiong's group remained in the room.

"Now that the matter has been resolved, I'll be going now."

D'Artagnan waved goodbye to the crowd, then turned and opened the door to leave.

He had just stepped outside, and before he could even close the door, he suddenly turned back: "Oh, by the way, Mr. Zhongli, how about we have a meal together sometime?"

"I have something I'd like to discuss with you. You can decide the time and place."

Faced with Tartaglia's invitation, Zhongli pondered for a moment before nodding in response, "Hmm...okay. Let's set the location at the Glazed Pavilion for now, and as for the time, let's arrange it for noon after the Immortal Invitation Ceremony, how does that sound?"

"Haha." Dadalia didn't expect Zhongli to agree so readily, and then laughed loudly, "Mr. Zhongli is such a straightforward person, then let's meet at the Liuli Pavilion at noon tomorrow."

After saying that, he walked out of the house without looking back, closed the door, and left.

"Now that the matter of finding accommodations for everyone has been resolved, I should return to the Hall of Rebirth to handle the matters that Hall Master Hu has entrusted to me."

After Dadalia left, Zhongli turned to Lin Qiong and the others and spoke softly.

As He spoke, His gaze inadvertently swept over Lin Qiong, or more precisely, He noticed the spot on Lin Qiong's body where the Heart of Wendy was hidden.

But Lin Qiong seemed completely unaware of this, and didn't even notice that Zhong Li's gaze had briefly lingered on him...

Then.

After seeing Zhongli off, everyone returned to their chosen rooms.

Lin Qiong specifically chose a room close to the street.

The place is sunny and well-ventilated, and you can see the street outside when you open the window. The sound insulation is also excellent when the windows are closed, which makes him very satisfied.

"We encountered Zhongli and the young master much earlier than expected; hopefully, the plot won't take a strange turn..."

Lin Qiong stood by the window, watching the flow of people on the street, and speculated in his mind about the unexpected situations that might occur tomorrow.

Just then.

There was a sudden knock on the door, and the voice of March 7th came from outside.

"Sora, come out and eat! Ying made this food herself, or we'll eat it all!"

Upon hearing this, Lin Qiong realized that as they were busy searching for suitable accommodation, time had unknowingly slipped away until dusk.

The setting sun streamed through the window, bathing everything in a golden hue.

When Lin Qiong smelled the aroma wafting from outside the room, he immediately felt a surge of hunger.

He quickly gathered his thoughts, then strode towards the door and replied, "Coming, coming! Leave some for me!"