The world controlled by dice [Western Fantasy]
Chapter 97 Baker Bank
"Dear mother, Zhan Xinjia.
"...When I write this letter, I have already returned to the city of Ramifa. The Land of Never Embers is a place full of magic and secrets. I have made some new friends and solved a problem with them. .
"...
"...The thing is roughly like this. However, I hope you can rest assured that I have not encountered any serious and terrible crisis, but I have encountered some crazy people. Maybe this is the way this world is, we can only try to maintain our own sanity and sobriety .
"Also, I have an unexpected but pleasant love affair in the Land of Never Embers. His name is Cindo Playa, and he is an explorer from a foreign land. I hope you are happy for me. I never thought I could Meet a suitable partner, but life can always be full of surprises.
"If the time is right, maybe we can visit you together. Winter has come, I hope you can pay attention to your body, keep warm, and get through this severe cold calmly.
"I have received your previous reply. I am very glad that you like the scarf I bought before. If you need anything else, you can write to me.
"As for the several store opening plans you proposed for consideration, I will also carefully screen. I will be busy in November, but it should be better after that, and I will make a decision at that time.
"With this letter, I have attached some souvenirs I brought back from Land of No Embers. They are some novelty items. I hope you like them.
"...
"After the first snow, spring is just around the corner."
Saturday, November 11th.night.
Siles sat behind the desk in the small study at No. 6 Hayward Street, finished writing the letter to be sent to his mother, then put down the pen, and looked up at the night outside the window.
This is his second day back in Ramifa City.
He spent the whole day today in his busy routine.
In the morning, he cleaned the dust in the room, and sorted out the items brought back from the Land of No Embers, including the commemorative bookmarks of Biddle City, other souvenirs he bought, and the book manuscripts brought back from the darkroom of the heart-shaped canyon files and more.
These things should have been completed yesterday, but when they just returned to Lamifa City yesterday, they were doused by the sudden pouring rain.For this, Alva angrily scolded the ghostly weather in Ramifa City.
Therefore, they soon went their separate ways.
Yesterday, Siles and Cindo hurriedly found a hotel in the heavy rain to rest temporarily; after the rain cleared today, the two returned to No. 6 Hayward Street together.
Cindo seemed to want to live with Celes, but he gave up in frustration; Celeste didn't seem to accept cohabitation easily, and the small apartment at 6 Hayward Street couldn't accommodate it. Two big men live together.
Besides, Siles had Lorenzo Grantham as a roommate.The latter has not yet returned to Hayward Street. It is estimated that he is still at home and will not return until school starts.
So, after tidying up the room together in the morning, Siles and Cindo had lunch together, and then the two separated.
Siles went to visit friends, and Cindo searched for a suitable place to live.He might live in a hotel for a day or two before renting an apartment or a house in East Ramifah.
In the afternoon, Siles met with friends of the Historical Society at the private club at 18 Howesville Street, and then met three members of the Dawn Revelation Society in the Salon of the Historical Society.Their main topic of conversation is Sirius' experiences in the Never Embers.
He then called on the Feans over dinner.They talked about the affairs of the Never Embers, as well as some trends in the city of Ramifa, and of course, Anthony Finn's academic problems, after all, the latter will go to school in two days.
Leaving aside the troubles in Neverland, Siles still has a lot of affairs waiting to be dealt with in Lamifa City.
For example, after dinner, Anthony Finn asked Siles coyly if he really wanted to open a shop on Dawson Street, and if he really intended to hire those street children.
Siles gave an affirmative answer, but he also said that he will be busy this November and may not have time to deal with this matter.
Anthony looked overjoyed and didn't rush Siles because of time.He just said, that's fine.Because of the five hundred duke coins given by Siles before, his friends are still able to survive in the West City.
Siles was not surprised by this either.
Of course, it was indeed a cold winter.After Siles returned to Lamifa City, he had to wrap himself in a heavy cotton coat.Even so, he misses the heating and air conditioning of Earth.
Because of this, he also told Anthony that if the children in the west city encountered any difficulties, they could also ask him for help.
In fact, during the meeting, Siles had already discussed with Bertram, a businessman, the issue of opening a store in the west city.
Bertram gave some suggestions, but he also said that for a person like Siles who has no business experience, if he wants to open a shop, it is best to find a reliable enough helper, or sell enough innovative products. thing.
Siles really wanted to ask Bertram for help, but Bertram declined very tactfully. He said that he was a little tired of the business life recently and planned to return to his family for a long period of time in the future.
Siles could also understand his thoughts.Bertram had stayed in the Land of No Embers for a long time, and that atmosphere would obviously cause some psychological harm to people.
However, Sirius noticed, Mrs. Fern had been listening to their conversation with interest.
Perhaps Mrs. Finn wanted to get out of her family life instead?Siles guessed so.
But the matter of opening a store is ultimately something that needs to be dealt with in the future.
After dinner, Siles bid farewell to the Finn family, and then returned to No. 6 Hayward Street.He saw a letter left by Qindo on the desk on the third floor-he gave Qindo the key to the door on the third floor.
Qin Duo said that he is currently living in a hotel in the East City, and left the address.In the past few days, he will look for a suitable house to rent, and take time to buy some daily necessities.
Siles felt a little guilty about how Qindo returned to Lamifa City with him, mainly because his daily life was indeed very busy, and he might not be able to spare much time to accompany Qindo.
But Qin Duo told him not to think so.
"After all, I want to take the initiative to follow in your footsteps." Qin Duo said, "I need to work harder than you."
These words made Siles feel a little helpless and soft.
Of course, according to Qindo, aside from the Siles factor, there is another small problem that is also the reason why Qindo needs to come to Lamifa City-the assets of the Praia family.
Cendo grew up in Kansas, but the Playa family's fortunes spread throughout Fisher's world.Qin Duo was too lazy to manage those things before, but now he seems to be interested suddenly.
"Check the accounts." Qin Duo said, "It has to be done."
Siles glanced at him.
"Of course, it's mainly for you." Qindo rubbed Siles' cheek affectionately, he liked this kind of intimacy, "But it must make you feel at ease."
In short, the appearance of Qin Duo added another important touch to Siles' busy schedule: falling in love.
He has already started to have a headache for his future life for some time.
He wrote down a long list of to-do items in his notebook: Qinduo, classes, apprenticeships, club activities, research department projects, new novels, manuscripts left by Professor Cabell, that pen, Dawson Street shops, activities of underground gangs...
...and papers.
Yes, his academic paper this year.
When he decided that the content of his thesis was the wandering poets of the Sardinian Empire, and he was surprised to realize that these wandering poets were probably followers of Lygardia, he never expected that he would actually meet a Lygardian " blood".
Cinder said he'd have someone from Kansas send over some archival material to add to Siles' thesis.
This incident made Siles thank Qindo again.But Qin Duo can always take this opportunity to seek some benefits for himself, at least a kiss can satisfy him.
But their current progress is limited to one kiss.
The next step...seems a distant prospect at the moment.This matter is mainly due to Siles's reservedness and introversion, after all, Cindo's emerald green eyes can always carry some sense of dissatisfaction, and he just looks at Siles quietly.
And Siles acted nonchalantly, as if the rosiness on his lips was really due to the warmth in the room.
Then Qin Duo sighed: "When can I get closer to you?"
Siles really thought about this question for a while, and then said very frankly: "I prefer that we maintain a spiritual intimacy for the time being."
Qin Duo narrowed his eyes, and then said: "Even if you have the power of a god, you should let yourself enjoy more practical happiness occasionally, right?"
"It seems that between us, you have a more veritable 'divine power'?" Siles joked instead, and then said, "You have to make me more used to falling in love."
Qin Duo gave a low laugh, and finally gave up helplessly—the god he believed in was so ascetic and indifferent that he had to work hard to get some sweetness for himself.
Cendo tries to carve himself a spot on Siles' schedule.
Not likely on weekends.For on Saturday Siles had to go to the Historical Society, and on Sunday Siles had to go to the Novelists' Party; even without those two things, there was a good chance that Siles would have something else to do on the weekend.Additionally, Siles had to meet with Grenfell on Wednesday morning.
Therefore, from Monday to Friday... Qin Duo waited and watched very critically.
Siles has already obtained his second semester class schedule at Ramifa University, which is still two public electives plus one professional elective.
Professional elective courses are scheduled on the same Tuesday and Friday mornings as last semester.The two public electives are on Wednesday evenings and Thursday afternoons.
So Cinder finally said, "How about all Monday and Tuesday afternoon? If you have time, take one day a week between those two days and we'll do something lighter together. "
"for example?"
"Walk in museums, art galleries, or markets, or go to the countryside to see the scenery..." Qindo said, "I have to drag you out of the pile of old books and history, let you look at me, let you Look at the world right now."
Siles was stunned for a moment, and finally he agreed to Qin Duo's arrangement.
Only then did he suddenly realize that even though he had been in this world for several months, his understanding of this world seemed to be limited to the descriptions of words in some books and descriptions of others.
Compared with Lamifa City, he has a better understanding of certain situations in Land of No Embers.
The matter was settled like this, and Qin Duo seemed very satisfied.
But Siles turned his head and temporarily overturned the plan: "But not for a few days. Qin Duo, I need to familiarize myself with the lesson plan. Class will start on Tuesday."
"...it's nothing." Gindo's tone didn't sound like it was nothing, but he said instead, "Then can I come to Hayward Street to accompany you?"
"Of course," said Siles.
Siles felt his schedule being crowded out, or rather, co-existing; something that gave him a headache but had to give in.He had never experienced this feeling before, but from another angle, it was also a bit novel.
Thinking of this, Siles couldn't help feeling that his heart was filled with some strange emotions.He felt it was a hairy emotion.
He was stunned for a moment by the dim light of the wall lamp beside the desk, and then put the letter to his mother into the envelope.He intends to post the letter tomorrow.
He looked at the letter from Qindo that was set aside, and after hesitating for a while, he put it in the drawer.He intends to keep these letters from Qindo well.
After finishing all this, Siles stood outside the window, quietly staring at the night outside the window.
It was still pouring rain yesterday, but today the clouds have begun to rain.However, the temperature is slowly dropping, and people have to face the embarrassing situation of "taking a breath and feeling cold."
Siles was fully prepared for this, but he was a little worried about whether a Kansasian like Cindo, who had never spent the winter in Lamifah City, would be able to get used to this kind of weather.
After standing for a while, Siles lowered his eyes and saw the doll set on the window sill, as well as the withered green potted plants.
The day before yesterday and yesterday, that is, the night of November 11th and 5th, he entered the deep sea dream.
The deep sea dream is as usual.Stars, sea, fog, dolls, isolated islands, red mud.
When he entered the deep sea dream, he even felt that time had stood still here.
In the past 21 days, he has experienced so many things, from Lamifah City in the Principality of Const to Hales House in the Land of Never Embers, but when he entered the deep sea dream again, the "world" was the same as before .
But he still couldn't enter Nona's dream.He didn't know what happened to Nona, but in the past two days, Nona didn't seem to have a dream.
Instead, he entered Emile Harrison's dream twice.
For the first time, he confirmed that the Rubik's Cube he had given to Emil had indeed appeared in reality.This was not what he expected, but it still made him wake up from the deep sea dream immediately.
The second time he had a longer communication with Emil, and talked about Emil's grandfather.Emil said that after he and his mother insisted, his grandfather finally let go and agreed to let him go to school after a while.
This incident made Emil very grateful to Mr. Ghost.Apart from this matter, the Rubik's Cube that Mr. Ghost handed him also interested him very much.
Over the past few weeks, Emile has been studying how to restore the Rubik's Cube, and has some ideas.Mr. Ghost encouraged him and hoped that he would continue to work hard.
In the dream, Emil was still holding the Rubik's Cube, playing with it with gusto.
This gave Mr. Ghost a sudden idea, and he asked, "Emil, would you like a toy store?"
"What?" Emil asked curiously, "What is a toy store?"
"A Rubik's Cube similar to this." Mr. Ghost pointed to the Rubik's Cube in his hand, "There are actually many similar toys. If there was such a toy store, would you want to buy it?"
Earth educational toy for children.Mr. Ghost thought.
Emile pondered for a while, then said, "Of course I will! They all sound very interesting. I haven't gotten tired of a Rubik's Cube yet. Mr. Ghost, is there really such a shop?"
Mr. Ghost replied: "Maybe there will be sometime in the future."
Emil happily replied, "If it is opened, you must tell me."
Mr. Ghost smiled and said, "I will."
After leaving Emil's dream, he stood on the red mud of the isolated island and pondered about it.But he soon realized that this matter could wait until he returned to reality.
On this day, what new discovery will he have to make him leave the deep sea dream?
At this moment, he inadvertently caught a glimpse of his own face reflected in Emil's dream bubble.
After Mr. Ghost left, Emil was actually still dreaming.But Mr. Ghost didn't pay much attention to Emil's dream, he just noticed his face.
He had noticed before that his face in the deep sea dream was similar to that of Siles Noel, but there were some differences in details, which could be distinguished at a glance. They were actually two different faces.
Now that he observed it more carefully, he suddenly realized that it was actually the fusion of the two faces of Siles Noel and He Jiayin.
He thought that when his body turned into a statue and his whole body entered a dying state, he seemed to appear in a dark room.In that room, he turned back into He Jiayin.
How is that state different from his current state?he couldn't help thinking.
Why is it a complete change back to He Jiayin once, and a fusion of the two?What do these "God's Paradise" actually mean?
He is very curious and interested in this, but I am afraid he can only search for more information.
He was finally able to leave the deep sea dream because he had a strange discovery: he noticed that there was a slowly shrinking and disappearing dream bubble, which gradually approached the isolated island, and then merged with the red mud and disappeared completely.
At that moment, Sirius woke up with a start.
It was four o'clock in the morning today.At that time, he was lying on the bed in the hotel, and the sound of Qindo's gentle breathing came from another bed not far away.He looked at the ceiling quietly in the night, and a word slowly emerged in his heart: death.
The owner of that dream is dead.Therefore, his dream merged into the isolated island and became red mud.That is the origin of the isolated island and the red mud.That is the dreamland of the dead, that is the island of the soul.
... Siles came back to his senses and suddenly realized that he had been standing by the window for a long time.
The cold wind outside the window makes the world seem to be in a precarious state.That desolate emotion slowly soaked into Sirius' heart, and after a while, he let out a breath to force himself to get rid of this emotion.
winter night.After all, it is not a word similar to warmth.
He shook his head, went to wash up, then lay down on the bed and fell asleep quietly.The next morning, Siles got up and planned to go to the cafeteria to have breakfast.
It just so happened that the newsboy delivered the newspapers that Siles subscribed to. He took it and glanced at it, but was immediately stunned.
The cold wind of a winter morning seemed to seep into his soul.
Qin Duo appeared at this time.He came over and stood in front of Siles, shielding him from the cold wind, and then asked: "What's the matter? You don't look very well."
"...an elder I knew passed away. Just yesterday morning." Siles sighed and handed the newspaper to Qindo, "Professor Denton Calverley, a bibliophile. He once helped I."
Qin Duo glanced at the obituary in the newspaper, then silently leaned over and hugged Sirius.
Siles whispered: "Things are unpredictable. When I returned to La Mifa City, I was still thinking that maybe I could find some rare books in this bibliophile... But, he Just passed away."
"It's time." Qin Duo said almost softly.
"Yeah," said Siles, "... let's go to breakfast. Just a few sighs. Maybe I can go to the old man's funeral if I get the chance."
They went to the cafeteria and had breakfast together.
School will start tomorrow, and there are more students and professors in the cafeteria.It can be seen that Professor Siles Noel's reputation has already started in La Mifah University, so there are not a few people who cast curious eyes on Qindo.
Of course, Qin Duo's exotic features and outstanding appearance may also be one of the reasons why he attracts attention.
Qin Duo said a little playfully: "It seems that you are very popular here."
Siles was silent for a moment, and then said: "It may not be the same as the 'welcome' you imagined."
Qin Duo was startled, and looked at him rather blankly.
...Anyway, Siles himself doesn't think that the "welcome" obtained through homework and test papers has the same meaning as the "welcome" in Qin Duo's understanding.
In fact, he was quite curious, how many students will take his elective courses this semester?
After breakfast, they first went to the carriage house outside the campus to post letters, and then returned to No. 6 Hayward Street. At this time, they happened to meet Lorenzo who was returning to the dormitory with his luggage.
"Good morning, Professor Noel." Lorenzo said, "It's really cold. I'm afraid the second semester of this year will not be easy, and I have to substitute for Professor Dunlop... Oh, this is?"
"Cindo Playa." Siles introduced him, and after a pause, he added, "My lover."
"Oh..." Lorenzo looked at Qindo with a little surprise.
Qin Duo also nodded towards him politely, but due to his personality, he didn't greet him warmly.
Of course, Lorenzo didn't care about this.He just said, "Professor, you're so quick. Not a few months ago you told me you didn't like men and you didn't want to be in a relationship. Now it's only been a winter break and you've changed?"
Siles: "..."
He doesn't want to hear that, understand?
Lorenzo laughed out loud and didn't chat with them much. He quickly said goodbye to them and went to the second floor.
Siles and Qin returned to the third floor.Qin Duo then said: "You didn't like men before, and you didn't want to fall in love. It seems that I should be glad that I have successfully changed your concept."
"You changed my life," Siles said, and then whispered, "You're the icing on the cake."
Perhaps, even without Cendo, Siles can continue to survive in this world alone, looking for his way home alone, and one day he can welcome success with joy, or face failure calmly.However, Qin Duo appeared after all.
Even if it is not a timely gift, it is icing on the cake after all.
Qin Duo was slightly startled, and then his expression gradually softened.He looked at Sirius very seriously, and then said, "You saved my life." He said, "You've been my life's gift."
Siles chuckled and said, "That doesn't sound fair. I should value you more."
"No, you don't need to be like this," Cinder said, "I don't want you to change for me. You should be who you are, and you are good enough."
...Why couldn't I see before that Cindo Playa is actually a person who speaks love words?Siles thought.
They soon went their separate ways.Cindo was on the couch looking up listings of nearby rental properties, while Siles was at his desk organizing his thesis.
In fact, before setting off for the Land of No Embers, the general framework and content of his thesis were almost done.However, after more than half a month has been wasted, Siles needs to reorganize.
Also, due to his experiences in the Never Embers, he also realized that some parts of his thesis needed to be changed.He would occasionally exchange a word or two with Qindo about the situation of those wandering poets.
Occasionally, Cinder would ask him some questions about housing.
After a morning passed quickly, Siles suddenly realized that the existence of Qin Duo didn't seem to bother him too much.Perhaps it is because, when Siles is doing business, Qin Duo can also maintain enough quietness and low presence.
They went out to lunch together, and then Cinder went to check out the houses he had picked out, and Siles went to Bain's for a novelists' meetup.
"Long time no see, Professor Noel!"
As soon as he entered the door, mystery novelist Maynard Daves and adventure novelist Arvid Norton greeted Siles one after another.Ms. Antonia Cumming, a mystery novelist, was there too, smiling and nodding towards Sirius.
There were only three of them in the bookstore.It seems that the harsh winter weather also hindered the enthusiasm of the novelists to meet.
"Long time no see," Sirius said. "I just came back from the Never Embers."
"The Land of No Embers!" Arvid exclaimed, his voice was a little nasal, as if he had just recovered from a cold, "I also really want to take an adventure there, but there are always various reasons that hinder me. After all , it's still too dangerous there."
Maynard said mercilessly: "Professor Noel's going there can be said to be a risk, and you can only be said to die there."
Siles couldn't help but smile, he agrees with the idea that Everland is very dangerous, but he probably wouldn't speak like Maynard, that would be too straightforward and ironic.
Arvid seemed to have gotten used to Maynard's way of speaking, he just rolled his eyes at Maynard.Then he said, "You don't have to say that, Maynard.
"Remember, we just read the explorer's travel book that was just published not long ago. The Land of Never Embers is really dangerous. It's dangerous and weird. I don't dare to go there.
"Even if I'm going, I guess I'm going...According to that travel book, Galsworth, right?"
Siles nodded and said, "I went to Biddle City in Galsworth this time, and it's fairly peaceful and prosperous."
As he said this, he thought, the explorer’s travelogue that Arvid mentioned probably refers to Friedman’s travelogue, which was published after the birthday of God, right?Among them, related rumors about "non-existent cities" were deleted.
Of course, Sirius knew very well that as what happened in Hales House gradually became known, it was time to expose the centuries-old deception of the "non-existent city".
They discussed the topic of the Land of No Embers, and Sirius also roughly talked about what he had seen and heard in the Land of No Embers during the past period.
…Speaking of which, in the past two days, he has re-read this experience countless times.This may be the result of too diverse a social circle.Although the experience is the same, but considering the acceptance of different friends, he has to beautify it a little at this time.
Of course, he also mentioned House of Hales after all, which must have been the talk of the Everlands-related topics in the past.
"It's really interesting." Arvid listened with relish, and then said, "Professor, I still remember that you once said that the new book will be related to exploration. It seems that your experience in the Land of Never Embers has provided you with a wealth of information. material."
Siles nodded approvingly, and said, "Some...the atmosphere can only be felt after arriving in the Land of Eternity."
"I look forward to your work," Ms. Cumming said softly.
Maynard also nodded again and again, and said: "During this time, I have heard that many publishers are considering purchasing the copyright of your new book."
Siles was a little surprised to know this, but he said immediately: "I'm afraid it won't be something that will be decided in a short time. Besides, I may not have much time to conceive in November."
"Is November going to be busy?"
"I still have classes after all," said Siles.
Arvid and Maynard looked at each other, and then they both sighed and said, "It takes more work for those who are capable."
Siles thought to himself, he didn't know why he was so busy all of a sudden.
Ms. Antonia Cumming was flipping through the newspapers, and then suddenly said: "Professor Calverley has passed away. Have you heard about it?"
Siles was slightly taken aback.Both Arvid and Maynard nodded.
...It seems that this bibliophile really has a good reputation in Lamifa City.Siles couldn't help thinking.
Antonia whispered: "I was invited to attend his funeral, which is tomorrow. However, I have heard some controversies about Professor Calverley's estate in recent days... If Professor Calverley is still alive, I really don't know What would he think."
"Inheritance?" Arvid said with some surprise, "I thought Professor Calverley was just a bibliophile?"
"'Just'." Antonia shook her head in amazement, "Being a bibliophile already requires enough financial resources, time and status, not to mention a great bibliophile like Professor Calverley?
"I have some dealings with this professor because of the relationship of the publisher. He is of noble origin. You may know the Marquis of Austin who passed away only last month?"
They all nodded.
Antonia said meaningfully: "Professor Calverley is also a lord who can be called a 'Marquis', but he prefers to be called a professor."
Maynard gasped in astonishment, and then said quite bluntly: "So people must be fighting to the death for his title."
"Professor Calverley has no wife and no children, but he has a lot of property and a high title." Antonia said, "However, I am more concerned about the whereabouts of his library."
They all sighed.In this era, that rich collection of books is almost equivalent to wealth and status.However, for these novelists, just the books themselves are already invaluable.
The trend of the topic is a little gloomy.They each mentioned the elderly in their own family.This is a cold winter, and sometimes the elderly worry that their bodies will not be able to survive this winter.
This topic has become more serious.
"I was sick not long ago," Arvid said. "You may be able to hear it from my voice. Anyway, the family doctor couldn't see my illness well, so I had to go to the hospital. The hospital was overcrowded. , the environment is not good.
"At that time, I thought, this winter may not be easy for many people."
"It's like that every winter," Maynard murmured.
Antonia, the eldest, said finally: "Death is inevitable after all."
This time the party ended in such a heavy atmosphere.When Siles left Bain Bookstore, Cindo was waiting for him on the first floor.
Qin Duo bought a drink and drank it slowly with great interest, while observing the gloomy weather and the city outside the glass window.He has an innate temperament of a foreign traveler, which is not eye-catching in Land of No Embers, but it is particularly obvious in Lamifa City.
"How is it?" asked Siles. "Have you found a suitable house?"
"I found it, but maybe I can let you decide." Qin Duo said cunningly, "In this way, you can also come and stay for two days with peace of mind in the future, if you have the opportunity."
Siles felt a little helpless because of his small thoughts.That fluffy emotion was gently disturbing his mind again.
So, Siles was only silent for a moment, and then said: "Let's go, let's go and have a look."
This gray-haired, brown-skinned, green-eyed explorer didn't look like a peaceful and harmless city dweller after he came to Lamifa City.However, when he was around Siles, he seemed to become docile.
Siles noticed that when they left the bookstore, the young man who was in charge of the cash register behind the bookstore counter was greatly relieved.
This incident made Celes feel subtly amused.
The house chosen by Qindo is in a residential area between Bain Bookstore and Lamifah University. The address is 32 Lowell Street, about 15 minutes away from Lamifah University, and 6 Hayward Street. It is about 10 minutes.
It was a two-story detached house, which looked very small and exquisite. It was located behind the beautifully manicured lawn and shrubs, which immediately reminded Siles of a pocket doll house.
The house is said to have been built ten years ago, and it is considered to be a relatively new batch of houses in La Mifa City.
The small house has three bedrooms (one on the ground floor and two on the second floor), and two bathrooms (one on the upper and lower floors).
There is a large kitchen, living room and storage room on the first floor. On the second floor, there is a large study room that makes Sirius very excited. Facing west, you can vaguely see the sparkling Kanla River.
Qin Duo plans to rent it for a whole year first, and the price is 1000 duke coins.
"What do you think?"
In the study on the second floor, Qin Duo rested leisurely on the bookshelf and asked Siles.
"I feel like this house was chosen for me," says Siles.
Qin Duo laughed and said: "It is indeed for you. Of course, I hope that you will get used to this place without knowing it, and then I can choose a suitable time for you to move here too.
"I think the apartment at No. 6 Hayward Street is indeed a bit small, and it's not that convenient. After all, we are studying the secrets of the old gods, aren't we?"
Sirius fully recognized this.
After thinking for a moment, he asked, "Is it possible for us to buy this house?"
Qin Duo was startled for a moment, and then looked at Sirius in surprise.
"I think it's a better deal," Siles said.
"...When I write this letter, I have already returned to the city of Ramifa. The Land of Never Embers is a place full of magic and secrets. I have made some new friends and solved a problem with them. .
"...
"...The thing is roughly like this. However, I hope you can rest assured that I have not encountered any serious and terrible crisis, but I have encountered some crazy people. Maybe this is the way this world is, we can only try to maintain our own sanity and sobriety .
"Also, I have an unexpected but pleasant love affair in the Land of Never Embers. His name is Cindo Playa, and he is an explorer from a foreign land. I hope you are happy for me. I never thought I could Meet a suitable partner, but life can always be full of surprises.
"If the time is right, maybe we can visit you together. Winter has come, I hope you can pay attention to your body, keep warm, and get through this severe cold calmly.
"I have received your previous reply. I am very glad that you like the scarf I bought before. If you need anything else, you can write to me.
"As for the several store opening plans you proposed for consideration, I will also carefully screen. I will be busy in November, but it should be better after that, and I will make a decision at that time.
"With this letter, I have attached some souvenirs I brought back from Land of No Embers. They are some novelty items. I hope you like them.
"...
"After the first snow, spring is just around the corner."
Saturday, November 11th.night.
Siles sat behind the desk in the small study at No. 6 Hayward Street, finished writing the letter to be sent to his mother, then put down the pen, and looked up at the night outside the window.
This is his second day back in Ramifa City.
He spent the whole day today in his busy routine.
In the morning, he cleaned the dust in the room, and sorted out the items brought back from the Land of No Embers, including the commemorative bookmarks of Biddle City, other souvenirs he bought, and the book manuscripts brought back from the darkroom of the heart-shaped canyon files and more.
These things should have been completed yesterday, but when they just returned to Lamifa City yesterday, they were doused by the sudden pouring rain.For this, Alva angrily scolded the ghostly weather in Ramifa City.
Therefore, they soon went their separate ways.
Yesterday, Siles and Cindo hurriedly found a hotel in the heavy rain to rest temporarily; after the rain cleared today, the two returned to No. 6 Hayward Street together.
Cindo seemed to want to live with Celes, but he gave up in frustration; Celeste didn't seem to accept cohabitation easily, and the small apartment at 6 Hayward Street couldn't accommodate it. Two big men live together.
Besides, Siles had Lorenzo Grantham as a roommate.The latter has not yet returned to Hayward Street. It is estimated that he is still at home and will not return until school starts.
So, after tidying up the room together in the morning, Siles and Cindo had lunch together, and then the two separated.
Siles went to visit friends, and Cindo searched for a suitable place to live.He might live in a hotel for a day or two before renting an apartment or a house in East Ramifah.
In the afternoon, Siles met with friends of the Historical Society at the private club at 18 Howesville Street, and then met three members of the Dawn Revelation Society in the Salon of the Historical Society.Their main topic of conversation is Sirius' experiences in the Never Embers.
He then called on the Feans over dinner.They talked about the affairs of the Never Embers, as well as some trends in the city of Ramifa, and of course, Anthony Finn's academic problems, after all, the latter will go to school in two days.
Leaving aside the troubles in Neverland, Siles still has a lot of affairs waiting to be dealt with in Lamifa City.
For example, after dinner, Anthony Finn asked Siles coyly if he really wanted to open a shop on Dawson Street, and if he really intended to hire those street children.
Siles gave an affirmative answer, but he also said that he will be busy this November and may not have time to deal with this matter.
Anthony looked overjoyed and didn't rush Siles because of time.He just said, that's fine.Because of the five hundred duke coins given by Siles before, his friends are still able to survive in the West City.
Siles was not surprised by this either.
Of course, it was indeed a cold winter.After Siles returned to Lamifa City, he had to wrap himself in a heavy cotton coat.Even so, he misses the heating and air conditioning of Earth.
Because of this, he also told Anthony that if the children in the west city encountered any difficulties, they could also ask him for help.
In fact, during the meeting, Siles had already discussed with Bertram, a businessman, the issue of opening a store in the west city.
Bertram gave some suggestions, but he also said that for a person like Siles who has no business experience, if he wants to open a shop, it is best to find a reliable enough helper, or sell enough innovative products. thing.
Siles really wanted to ask Bertram for help, but Bertram declined very tactfully. He said that he was a little tired of the business life recently and planned to return to his family for a long period of time in the future.
Siles could also understand his thoughts.Bertram had stayed in the Land of No Embers for a long time, and that atmosphere would obviously cause some psychological harm to people.
However, Sirius noticed, Mrs. Fern had been listening to their conversation with interest.
Perhaps Mrs. Finn wanted to get out of her family life instead?Siles guessed so.
But the matter of opening a store is ultimately something that needs to be dealt with in the future.
After dinner, Siles bid farewell to the Finn family, and then returned to No. 6 Hayward Street.He saw a letter left by Qindo on the desk on the third floor-he gave Qindo the key to the door on the third floor.
Qin Duo said that he is currently living in a hotel in the East City, and left the address.In the past few days, he will look for a suitable house to rent, and take time to buy some daily necessities.
Siles felt a little guilty about how Qindo returned to Lamifa City with him, mainly because his daily life was indeed very busy, and he might not be able to spare much time to accompany Qindo.
But Qin Duo told him not to think so.
"After all, I want to take the initiative to follow in your footsteps." Qin Duo said, "I need to work harder than you."
These words made Siles feel a little helpless and soft.
Of course, according to Qindo, aside from the Siles factor, there is another small problem that is also the reason why Qindo needs to come to Lamifa City-the assets of the Praia family.
Cendo grew up in Kansas, but the Playa family's fortunes spread throughout Fisher's world.Qin Duo was too lazy to manage those things before, but now he seems to be interested suddenly.
"Check the accounts." Qin Duo said, "It has to be done."
Siles glanced at him.
"Of course, it's mainly for you." Qindo rubbed Siles' cheek affectionately, he liked this kind of intimacy, "But it must make you feel at ease."
In short, the appearance of Qin Duo added another important touch to Siles' busy schedule: falling in love.
He has already started to have a headache for his future life for some time.
He wrote down a long list of to-do items in his notebook: Qinduo, classes, apprenticeships, club activities, research department projects, new novels, manuscripts left by Professor Cabell, that pen, Dawson Street shops, activities of underground gangs...
...and papers.
Yes, his academic paper this year.
When he decided that the content of his thesis was the wandering poets of the Sardinian Empire, and he was surprised to realize that these wandering poets were probably followers of Lygardia, he never expected that he would actually meet a Lygardian " blood".
Cinder said he'd have someone from Kansas send over some archival material to add to Siles' thesis.
This incident made Siles thank Qindo again.But Qin Duo can always take this opportunity to seek some benefits for himself, at least a kiss can satisfy him.
But their current progress is limited to one kiss.
The next step...seems a distant prospect at the moment.This matter is mainly due to Siles's reservedness and introversion, after all, Cindo's emerald green eyes can always carry some sense of dissatisfaction, and he just looks at Siles quietly.
And Siles acted nonchalantly, as if the rosiness on his lips was really due to the warmth in the room.
Then Qin Duo sighed: "When can I get closer to you?"
Siles really thought about this question for a while, and then said very frankly: "I prefer that we maintain a spiritual intimacy for the time being."
Qin Duo narrowed his eyes, and then said: "Even if you have the power of a god, you should let yourself enjoy more practical happiness occasionally, right?"
"It seems that between us, you have a more veritable 'divine power'?" Siles joked instead, and then said, "You have to make me more used to falling in love."
Qin Duo gave a low laugh, and finally gave up helplessly—the god he believed in was so ascetic and indifferent that he had to work hard to get some sweetness for himself.
Cendo tries to carve himself a spot on Siles' schedule.
Not likely on weekends.For on Saturday Siles had to go to the Historical Society, and on Sunday Siles had to go to the Novelists' Party; even without those two things, there was a good chance that Siles would have something else to do on the weekend.Additionally, Siles had to meet with Grenfell on Wednesday morning.
Therefore, from Monday to Friday... Qin Duo waited and watched very critically.
Siles has already obtained his second semester class schedule at Ramifa University, which is still two public electives plus one professional elective.
Professional elective courses are scheduled on the same Tuesday and Friday mornings as last semester.The two public electives are on Wednesday evenings and Thursday afternoons.
So Cinder finally said, "How about all Monday and Tuesday afternoon? If you have time, take one day a week between those two days and we'll do something lighter together. "
"for example?"
"Walk in museums, art galleries, or markets, or go to the countryside to see the scenery..." Qindo said, "I have to drag you out of the pile of old books and history, let you look at me, let you Look at the world right now."
Siles was stunned for a moment, and finally he agreed to Qin Duo's arrangement.
Only then did he suddenly realize that even though he had been in this world for several months, his understanding of this world seemed to be limited to the descriptions of words in some books and descriptions of others.
Compared with Lamifa City, he has a better understanding of certain situations in Land of No Embers.
The matter was settled like this, and Qin Duo seemed very satisfied.
But Siles turned his head and temporarily overturned the plan: "But not for a few days. Qin Duo, I need to familiarize myself with the lesson plan. Class will start on Tuesday."
"...it's nothing." Gindo's tone didn't sound like it was nothing, but he said instead, "Then can I come to Hayward Street to accompany you?"
"Of course," said Siles.
Siles felt his schedule being crowded out, or rather, co-existing; something that gave him a headache but had to give in.He had never experienced this feeling before, but from another angle, it was also a bit novel.
Thinking of this, Siles couldn't help feeling that his heart was filled with some strange emotions.He felt it was a hairy emotion.
He was stunned for a moment by the dim light of the wall lamp beside the desk, and then put the letter to his mother into the envelope.He intends to post the letter tomorrow.
He looked at the letter from Qindo that was set aside, and after hesitating for a while, he put it in the drawer.He intends to keep these letters from Qindo well.
After finishing all this, Siles stood outside the window, quietly staring at the night outside the window.
It was still pouring rain yesterday, but today the clouds have begun to rain.However, the temperature is slowly dropping, and people have to face the embarrassing situation of "taking a breath and feeling cold."
Siles was fully prepared for this, but he was a little worried about whether a Kansasian like Cindo, who had never spent the winter in Lamifah City, would be able to get used to this kind of weather.
After standing for a while, Siles lowered his eyes and saw the doll set on the window sill, as well as the withered green potted plants.
The day before yesterday and yesterday, that is, the night of November 11th and 5th, he entered the deep sea dream.
The deep sea dream is as usual.Stars, sea, fog, dolls, isolated islands, red mud.
When he entered the deep sea dream, he even felt that time had stood still here.
In the past 21 days, he has experienced so many things, from Lamifah City in the Principality of Const to Hales House in the Land of Never Embers, but when he entered the deep sea dream again, the "world" was the same as before .
But he still couldn't enter Nona's dream.He didn't know what happened to Nona, but in the past two days, Nona didn't seem to have a dream.
Instead, he entered Emile Harrison's dream twice.
For the first time, he confirmed that the Rubik's Cube he had given to Emil had indeed appeared in reality.This was not what he expected, but it still made him wake up from the deep sea dream immediately.
The second time he had a longer communication with Emil, and talked about Emil's grandfather.Emil said that after he and his mother insisted, his grandfather finally let go and agreed to let him go to school after a while.
This incident made Emil very grateful to Mr. Ghost.Apart from this matter, the Rubik's Cube that Mr. Ghost handed him also interested him very much.
Over the past few weeks, Emile has been studying how to restore the Rubik's Cube, and has some ideas.Mr. Ghost encouraged him and hoped that he would continue to work hard.
In the dream, Emil was still holding the Rubik's Cube, playing with it with gusto.
This gave Mr. Ghost a sudden idea, and he asked, "Emil, would you like a toy store?"
"What?" Emil asked curiously, "What is a toy store?"
"A Rubik's Cube similar to this." Mr. Ghost pointed to the Rubik's Cube in his hand, "There are actually many similar toys. If there was such a toy store, would you want to buy it?"
Earth educational toy for children.Mr. Ghost thought.
Emile pondered for a while, then said, "Of course I will! They all sound very interesting. I haven't gotten tired of a Rubik's Cube yet. Mr. Ghost, is there really such a shop?"
Mr. Ghost replied: "Maybe there will be sometime in the future."
Emil happily replied, "If it is opened, you must tell me."
Mr. Ghost smiled and said, "I will."
After leaving Emil's dream, he stood on the red mud of the isolated island and pondered about it.But he soon realized that this matter could wait until he returned to reality.
On this day, what new discovery will he have to make him leave the deep sea dream?
At this moment, he inadvertently caught a glimpse of his own face reflected in Emil's dream bubble.
After Mr. Ghost left, Emil was actually still dreaming.But Mr. Ghost didn't pay much attention to Emil's dream, he just noticed his face.
He had noticed before that his face in the deep sea dream was similar to that of Siles Noel, but there were some differences in details, which could be distinguished at a glance. They were actually two different faces.
Now that he observed it more carefully, he suddenly realized that it was actually the fusion of the two faces of Siles Noel and He Jiayin.
He thought that when his body turned into a statue and his whole body entered a dying state, he seemed to appear in a dark room.In that room, he turned back into He Jiayin.
How is that state different from his current state?he couldn't help thinking.
Why is it a complete change back to He Jiayin once, and a fusion of the two?What do these "God's Paradise" actually mean?
He is very curious and interested in this, but I am afraid he can only search for more information.
He was finally able to leave the deep sea dream because he had a strange discovery: he noticed that there was a slowly shrinking and disappearing dream bubble, which gradually approached the isolated island, and then merged with the red mud and disappeared completely.
At that moment, Sirius woke up with a start.
It was four o'clock in the morning today.At that time, he was lying on the bed in the hotel, and the sound of Qindo's gentle breathing came from another bed not far away.He looked at the ceiling quietly in the night, and a word slowly emerged in his heart: death.
The owner of that dream is dead.Therefore, his dream merged into the isolated island and became red mud.That is the origin of the isolated island and the red mud.That is the dreamland of the dead, that is the island of the soul.
... Siles came back to his senses and suddenly realized that he had been standing by the window for a long time.
The cold wind outside the window makes the world seem to be in a precarious state.That desolate emotion slowly soaked into Sirius' heart, and after a while, he let out a breath to force himself to get rid of this emotion.
winter night.After all, it is not a word similar to warmth.
He shook his head, went to wash up, then lay down on the bed and fell asleep quietly.The next morning, Siles got up and planned to go to the cafeteria to have breakfast.
It just so happened that the newsboy delivered the newspapers that Siles subscribed to. He took it and glanced at it, but was immediately stunned.
The cold wind of a winter morning seemed to seep into his soul.
Qin Duo appeared at this time.He came over and stood in front of Siles, shielding him from the cold wind, and then asked: "What's the matter? You don't look very well."
"...an elder I knew passed away. Just yesterday morning." Siles sighed and handed the newspaper to Qindo, "Professor Denton Calverley, a bibliophile. He once helped I."
Qin Duo glanced at the obituary in the newspaper, then silently leaned over and hugged Sirius.
Siles whispered: "Things are unpredictable. When I returned to La Mifa City, I was still thinking that maybe I could find some rare books in this bibliophile... But, he Just passed away."
"It's time." Qin Duo said almost softly.
"Yeah," said Siles, "... let's go to breakfast. Just a few sighs. Maybe I can go to the old man's funeral if I get the chance."
They went to the cafeteria and had breakfast together.
School will start tomorrow, and there are more students and professors in the cafeteria.It can be seen that Professor Siles Noel's reputation has already started in La Mifah University, so there are not a few people who cast curious eyes on Qindo.
Of course, Qin Duo's exotic features and outstanding appearance may also be one of the reasons why he attracts attention.
Qin Duo said a little playfully: "It seems that you are very popular here."
Siles was silent for a moment, and then said: "It may not be the same as the 'welcome' you imagined."
Qin Duo was startled, and looked at him rather blankly.
...Anyway, Siles himself doesn't think that the "welcome" obtained through homework and test papers has the same meaning as the "welcome" in Qin Duo's understanding.
In fact, he was quite curious, how many students will take his elective courses this semester?
After breakfast, they first went to the carriage house outside the campus to post letters, and then returned to No. 6 Hayward Street. At this time, they happened to meet Lorenzo who was returning to the dormitory with his luggage.
"Good morning, Professor Noel." Lorenzo said, "It's really cold. I'm afraid the second semester of this year will not be easy, and I have to substitute for Professor Dunlop... Oh, this is?"
"Cindo Playa." Siles introduced him, and after a pause, he added, "My lover."
"Oh..." Lorenzo looked at Qindo with a little surprise.
Qin Duo also nodded towards him politely, but due to his personality, he didn't greet him warmly.
Of course, Lorenzo didn't care about this.He just said, "Professor, you're so quick. Not a few months ago you told me you didn't like men and you didn't want to be in a relationship. Now it's only been a winter break and you've changed?"
Siles: "..."
He doesn't want to hear that, understand?
Lorenzo laughed out loud and didn't chat with them much. He quickly said goodbye to them and went to the second floor.
Siles and Qin returned to the third floor.Qin Duo then said: "You didn't like men before, and you didn't want to fall in love. It seems that I should be glad that I have successfully changed your concept."
"You changed my life," Siles said, and then whispered, "You're the icing on the cake."
Perhaps, even without Cendo, Siles can continue to survive in this world alone, looking for his way home alone, and one day he can welcome success with joy, or face failure calmly.However, Qin Duo appeared after all.
Even if it is not a timely gift, it is icing on the cake after all.
Qin Duo was slightly startled, and then his expression gradually softened.He looked at Sirius very seriously, and then said, "You saved my life." He said, "You've been my life's gift."
Siles chuckled and said, "That doesn't sound fair. I should value you more."
"No, you don't need to be like this," Cinder said, "I don't want you to change for me. You should be who you are, and you are good enough."
...Why couldn't I see before that Cindo Playa is actually a person who speaks love words?Siles thought.
They soon went their separate ways.Cindo was on the couch looking up listings of nearby rental properties, while Siles was at his desk organizing his thesis.
In fact, before setting off for the Land of No Embers, the general framework and content of his thesis were almost done.However, after more than half a month has been wasted, Siles needs to reorganize.
Also, due to his experiences in the Never Embers, he also realized that some parts of his thesis needed to be changed.He would occasionally exchange a word or two with Qindo about the situation of those wandering poets.
Occasionally, Cinder would ask him some questions about housing.
After a morning passed quickly, Siles suddenly realized that the existence of Qin Duo didn't seem to bother him too much.Perhaps it is because, when Siles is doing business, Qin Duo can also maintain enough quietness and low presence.
They went out to lunch together, and then Cinder went to check out the houses he had picked out, and Siles went to Bain's for a novelists' meetup.
"Long time no see, Professor Noel!"
As soon as he entered the door, mystery novelist Maynard Daves and adventure novelist Arvid Norton greeted Siles one after another.Ms. Antonia Cumming, a mystery novelist, was there too, smiling and nodding towards Sirius.
There were only three of them in the bookstore.It seems that the harsh winter weather also hindered the enthusiasm of the novelists to meet.
"Long time no see," Sirius said. "I just came back from the Never Embers."
"The Land of No Embers!" Arvid exclaimed, his voice was a little nasal, as if he had just recovered from a cold, "I also really want to take an adventure there, but there are always various reasons that hinder me. After all , it's still too dangerous there."
Maynard said mercilessly: "Professor Noel's going there can be said to be a risk, and you can only be said to die there."
Siles couldn't help but smile, he agrees with the idea that Everland is very dangerous, but he probably wouldn't speak like Maynard, that would be too straightforward and ironic.
Arvid seemed to have gotten used to Maynard's way of speaking, he just rolled his eyes at Maynard.Then he said, "You don't have to say that, Maynard.
"Remember, we just read the explorer's travel book that was just published not long ago. The Land of Never Embers is really dangerous. It's dangerous and weird. I don't dare to go there.
"Even if I'm going, I guess I'm going...According to that travel book, Galsworth, right?"
Siles nodded and said, "I went to Biddle City in Galsworth this time, and it's fairly peaceful and prosperous."
As he said this, he thought, the explorer’s travelogue that Arvid mentioned probably refers to Friedman’s travelogue, which was published after the birthday of God, right?Among them, related rumors about "non-existent cities" were deleted.
Of course, Sirius knew very well that as what happened in Hales House gradually became known, it was time to expose the centuries-old deception of the "non-existent city".
They discussed the topic of the Land of No Embers, and Sirius also roughly talked about what he had seen and heard in the Land of No Embers during the past period.
…Speaking of which, in the past two days, he has re-read this experience countless times.This may be the result of too diverse a social circle.Although the experience is the same, but considering the acceptance of different friends, he has to beautify it a little at this time.
Of course, he also mentioned House of Hales after all, which must have been the talk of the Everlands-related topics in the past.
"It's really interesting." Arvid listened with relish, and then said, "Professor, I still remember that you once said that the new book will be related to exploration. It seems that your experience in the Land of Never Embers has provided you with a wealth of information. material."
Siles nodded approvingly, and said, "Some...the atmosphere can only be felt after arriving in the Land of Eternity."
"I look forward to your work," Ms. Cumming said softly.
Maynard also nodded again and again, and said: "During this time, I have heard that many publishers are considering purchasing the copyright of your new book."
Siles was a little surprised to know this, but he said immediately: "I'm afraid it won't be something that will be decided in a short time. Besides, I may not have much time to conceive in November."
"Is November going to be busy?"
"I still have classes after all," said Siles.
Arvid and Maynard looked at each other, and then they both sighed and said, "It takes more work for those who are capable."
Siles thought to himself, he didn't know why he was so busy all of a sudden.
Ms. Antonia Cumming was flipping through the newspapers, and then suddenly said: "Professor Calverley has passed away. Have you heard about it?"
Siles was slightly taken aback.Both Arvid and Maynard nodded.
...It seems that this bibliophile really has a good reputation in Lamifa City.Siles couldn't help thinking.
Antonia whispered: "I was invited to attend his funeral, which is tomorrow. However, I have heard some controversies about Professor Calverley's estate in recent days... If Professor Calverley is still alive, I really don't know What would he think."
"Inheritance?" Arvid said with some surprise, "I thought Professor Calverley was just a bibliophile?"
"'Just'." Antonia shook her head in amazement, "Being a bibliophile already requires enough financial resources, time and status, not to mention a great bibliophile like Professor Calverley?
"I have some dealings with this professor because of the relationship of the publisher. He is of noble origin. You may know the Marquis of Austin who passed away only last month?"
They all nodded.
Antonia said meaningfully: "Professor Calverley is also a lord who can be called a 'Marquis', but he prefers to be called a professor."
Maynard gasped in astonishment, and then said quite bluntly: "So people must be fighting to the death for his title."
"Professor Calverley has no wife and no children, but he has a lot of property and a high title." Antonia said, "However, I am more concerned about the whereabouts of his library."
They all sighed.In this era, that rich collection of books is almost equivalent to wealth and status.However, for these novelists, just the books themselves are already invaluable.
The trend of the topic is a little gloomy.They each mentioned the elderly in their own family.This is a cold winter, and sometimes the elderly worry that their bodies will not be able to survive this winter.
This topic has become more serious.
"I was sick not long ago," Arvid said. "You may be able to hear it from my voice. Anyway, the family doctor couldn't see my illness well, so I had to go to the hospital. The hospital was overcrowded. , the environment is not good.
"At that time, I thought, this winter may not be easy for many people."
"It's like that every winter," Maynard murmured.
Antonia, the eldest, said finally: "Death is inevitable after all."
This time the party ended in such a heavy atmosphere.When Siles left Bain Bookstore, Cindo was waiting for him on the first floor.
Qin Duo bought a drink and drank it slowly with great interest, while observing the gloomy weather and the city outside the glass window.He has an innate temperament of a foreign traveler, which is not eye-catching in Land of No Embers, but it is particularly obvious in Lamifa City.
"How is it?" asked Siles. "Have you found a suitable house?"
"I found it, but maybe I can let you decide." Qin Duo said cunningly, "In this way, you can also come and stay for two days with peace of mind in the future, if you have the opportunity."
Siles felt a little helpless because of his small thoughts.That fluffy emotion was gently disturbing his mind again.
So, Siles was only silent for a moment, and then said: "Let's go, let's go and have a look."
This gray-haired, brown-skinned, green-eyed explorer didn't look like a peaceful and harmless city dweller after he came to Lamifa City.However, when he was around Siles, he seemed to become docile.
Siles noticed that when they left the bookstore, the young man who was in charge of the cash register behind the bookstore counter was greatly relieved.
This incident made Celes feel subtly amused.
The house chosen by Qindo is in a residential area between Bain Bookstore and Lamifah University. The address is 32 Lowell Street, about 15 minutes away from Lamifah University, and 6 Hayward Street. It is about 10 minutes.
It was a two-story detached house, which looked very small and exquisite. It was located behind the beautifully manicured lawn and shrubs, which immediately reminded Siles of a pocket doll house.
The house is said to have been built ten years ago, and it is considered to be a relatively new batch of houses in La Mifa City.
The small house has three bedrooms (one on the ground floor and two on the second floor), and two bathrooms (one on the upper and lower floors).
There is a large kitchen, living room and storage room on the first floor. On the second floor, there is a large study room that makes Sirius very excited. Facing west, you can vaguely see the sparkling Kanla River.
Qin Duo plans to rent it for a whole year first, and the price is 1000 duke coins.
"What do you think?"
In the study on the second floor, Qin Duo rested leisurely on the bookshelf and asked Siles.
"I feel like this house was chosen for me," says Siles.
Qin Duo laughed and said: "It is indeed for you. Of course, I hope that you will get used to this place without knowing it, and then I can choose a suitable time for you to move here too.
"I think the apartment at No. 6 Hayward Street is indeed a bit small, and it's not that convenient. After all, we are studying the secrets of the old gods, aren't we?"
Sirius fully recognized this.
After thinking for a moment, he asked, "Is it possible for us to buy this house?"
Qin Duo was startled for a moment, and then looked at Sirius in surprise.
"I think it's a better deal," Siles said.
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