While Lumine was frantically tightening screws in the prison at the same time.
She also had to inquire for information from the talented individuals inside the prison.
The people here spoke pleasantly, and she really liked staying inside.
After a series of blunder-filled investigations, she discovered that Childe seemed to have gotten lost in some magical place.
His whereabouts were temporarily unknown.
And because the Fatui sent Lyney and the other two down, they were caught red-handed by the Duke.
This time, the Knave found it inconvenient to pressure Fontaine.
Although her original purpose wasn't this either.
Afterward, the water pressure below the prison exploded.
Fortunately, Neuvillette arrived in time and controlled the leakage of the Primordial Sea.
However, this was only a method that treated the symptoms but not the root cause...
Splitting the narrative.
While Lumine was investigating in the Fortress of Meropide.
Mu Yang naturally continued his surface-level work.
He first found Navia.
He asked her if she was willing to cooperate on the affairs concerning Poisson.
Facing such a pie-in-the-sky good opportunity, Navia didn't need to consider it at all.
The two sides sat down to negotiate various cooperation matters.
Because Navia's father—Mr. Callas—had made many contributions to the Court of Fontaine.
For example, funding the construction of the patrol boat routes.
Now that his grievances had been vindicated.
As the heir, Navia's affairs in the Court of Fontaine were smooth sailing.
She basically encountered no obstacles.
Moreover, there was Mu Yang's financial assistance.
For any commissioner who was a bit greedy, they first used money to shut his mouth.
But they kept sufficient evidence themselves.
Regarding this aspect, Navia's confidants—Melus and Silver.
They knew everything clearly.
The matter was quickly settled.
Mu Yang pretended to mention that he had a batch of special tea leaves and medicinal herbs that needed to be supplied as soon as possible.
He then asked Navia if they could speed up the construction schedule.
As for the payment, that was not a problem.
Facing this huge temptation, the residents of Poisson chose to bend over backward.
Men, women, old and young all came to Poisson to temporarily reside and work.
Mu Yang was very satisfied with this scene.
He had only spent a small amount of Mora, which was insignificant to him.
Yet it could save so many families in the disaster that would erupt dozens of days later...
For such a generous boss who was even engaging in a loss-making business.
The Spina di Rosula had investigated.
Unfortunately, with their level, they could only investigate what Mu Yang wanted them to know.
Thus, Navia had nothing to be suspicious about.
After learning that developments on Lumine's side were almost complete.
Mu Yang also started to set off...
— — — — — —
At this time in the Fortress of Meropide.
Lumine had just returned from a meeting on the surface with the Knave.
She was teased by Wriothesley, "The released prisoner actually came back again. What wind blew you here?"
[The wind of missing you still blew all the way to the Fortress of Meropide.]
"We're just worried about the situation in the Fortress of Meropide! It should be fine, right?"
The Duke stood up, "No big problems. Neuvillette came over and resolved some tricky issues."
Paimon spoke brainlessly, "That's really great. In that case, why don't you just keep him here to help?"
The Duke expressed agreement, "Good idea. Let's go together now to persuade the Chief Justice to abandon the entire court."
[Paimon is still so ridiculously overpowered.]
[Is this a suggestion a human brain could come up with?]
Wriothesley shrugged his shoulders. That Neuvillette could personally come down already showed the problem was serious enough.
He was a very busy person.
He hurried down for a trip, didn't even drink a sip of tea before leaving.
However, he didn't forget to take the gift Sigewinne gave him.
[That's how old fathers are.]
After saying that, the Duke also took out the gifts prepared for Lumine and Paimon.
In this incident, the two had contributed quite a lot.
Moreover, being imprisoned would have some impact on their reputation no matter what.
However, Lumine obviously didn't care.
"Then we really have to thank you. Now that your matters in the Fortress of Meropide are finished, you can return to the surface at any time."
"However, before the full sentence has been served, that original cell is still available for your free use."
[No, who likes living in prison!]
[I do!]
[And me.]
[Free food and lodging. Where else can you find such a life?]
After the Duke finished speaking about coming over to handle the procedures when the sentence was complete.
The main storyline temporarily came to a segment end.
Next were the missions related to the Narzissenkreuz.
Regarding this task, the players couldn't wait any longer. Mhm mhm.
In Silver Wolf's livestream.
"Finally it's here. I've waited until my head went bald."
[Streamer don't rush, don't break the controller.]
[Don't persuade her, she just wants to see Mu Yang, what's wrong with that?]
[Controller: Yeah yeah yeah.]
— — — — — —
Lumine walked out of the Duke's office, planning to bum a meal, but was attracted on the way by two people arguing.
The guards saw Lumine and Paimon listening seriously and asked if they were interested in joining this competition together?
Lumine shrugged, "Before that, shouldn't you explain the game rules to us first?"
"Although no matter how it's played, I win anyway."
[Has Lumine been possessed by Silver Wolf?]
[My wife is right. When playing games, you have to win.]
[What D.Va, that's my wife.]
Paimon was also helping from the side.
If it was a big eater competition she would definitely participate.
But if it was a tiring game with little reward, then forget it.
It turned out the game they were to play was Privilege Ticket Monopoly.
Prisoners could form teams to carry out work.
After the specified time ended, the one who obtained the most privilege tickets would be the winner.
The winner would obtain something even more precious than privilege tickets.
Hearing there were treasures, Paimon was the most excited.
"Something even more precious than privilege tickets, what is it?"
Guard Estienne said, "For example, the opportunity to bask in the sun?"
"Some routine inspection work needs to be performed outside, and I have the authority to decide who completes these tasks."
This game was actually just a small game for the guards to pass the time.
However, for people who stayed underwater for long periods, being able to go up to breathe fresh air was indeed much more precious than privilege tickets.
It could be single player or team.
The goal was to earn privilege tickets.
Moreover, the guards did not inquire about the acquisition methods.
As a game, the rules of Privilege Ticket Monopoly were overly vague.
Estienne just smiled; this was also part of the strategy.
"How about it? Are the two of you interested in participating?"
Actually, for this opportunity, Lumine had no need.
She was not a real prisoner and could go wherever she wanted.
She didn't need the guard's permission at all.
She was originally prepared to turn around and leave.
But someone lacked eyes.
The two people who were arguing earlier saw the guard being so enthusiastic toward the unfamiliar Lumine.
They started to unite against the outsider.
"The game has already progressed to the mid-stage. Although catching up from behind is not impossible, it is only limited to those with means..."
"As for them..." The woman pointed at Lumine and Paimon and said to the guard, "Estienne, I advise you to hold a children's special session."
[Now I have to participate.]
[Daring to mock me in the game, I must strike with heavy fists!]