In Sumeru, pretend to be a scholar

Before arriving in Huacheng Guo, he seemed to be in control of his emotions and behavior, and everything was going smoothly.

But in reality, they are all forcing themselves to tell themselves: I can do it!

It can be considered a form of self-hypnosis under despair.

Now, the tension that had been weighing on Wang Yan's mind since his transmigration has finally eased a little.

...

On the other side.

Cole looked at the returning master with a curious gaze.

"Master, is there something wrong with that person?"

Tina shook her head: "There's a small problem, but it's alright, he's not a bad person."

That's all the judgment he can make right now; as for anything more…

Whether Wang Yan's identity is real or fake, Tina Li doesn't care.

As long as they are not bad people and will not harm anyone in Huacheng Guo, then everything will be fine.

Then, Tinari said to Cole, "Get him some food and drink and send it over, so he doesn't go hungry... Hmm, he claims to be an ancient script and linguist, haha, Cole, you might be able to ask him for advice on how to read."

Upon hearing this, Ke Lai blushed: "Master!!"

Because of her illness, Cole never received a formal education, so she was illiterate at first.

Even with Tinari's guidance, Corley's educational level remains mediocre due to his lack of energy.

However, Cole loved learning, and whenever he learned new words, he would use them to write letters to his friends in Mondstadt, demonstrating his ability to apply what he learned in practice.

"Haha, I'm serious. If he can guide your studies, then... his identity as a scholar will be more authentic."

Tina said with a smile.

Seeing this, the blush on Cole's face subsided a little.

She thought Master Tinari was teasing her.

Unexpectedly, she was asked to use the excuse of studying to test Mr. Wang Yan.

“Alright, then I’ll listen to Master Tinari and go give it a try.”

Chapter 7 Cole's Inquiry

Huacheng Guo Forest Ranger Training Camp.

Wang Yan sat in his tent reading a book without drawing the curtains. The sun had already set, but the lantern at the door provided enough light for him to read.

He was still reading "Rainforest Creatures Illustrated, Volume One," a book Amir had given to Wang Yan, which he cherished.

Since we'll likely be staying in Sumeru for some time to come, it's always a good idea to learn more about the rainforest's ecosystem.

Of course, there is another reason: besides reading this book, Wang Yan has nothing else to do for the time being.

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Slime:

Elemental Realm, Phylum of Elemental Life, Genus of Slime, Species of Slime, Gel-like Elemental Life

One of the most widespread elemental creatures on the continent of Teyvat, they are found in every corner of the world, including the Sumeru Rainforest.

The level of danger is relatively low, and a well-trained adventurer can easily handle it.

Slimes are formed from the sedimentation of elemental forces that have dissipated in the air and possess the lowest level of intelligence.

As the most basic elemental life form on the continent of Teyvat, each slime is a concrete manifestation of the corresponding elemental force.

Some scholars believe that the different forms of elemental slimes may represent some kind of rule of elemental forces on the continent of Teyvat, but this theory has not yet been proven.

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Remarks:

Round and plump elemental creatures

It is said that desserts made from slime of different elemental properties have different and wonderful flavors.

However, both the biological and elemental schools of thought believe that if slime is used as food and its elemental energy is not cleansed, it will be harmful to ordinary people.

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Wang Yan was reading a book when suddenly, he heard footsteps coming from not far away.

Looking up, she saw a pretty young girl carrying a food box walking towards her.

She had shoulder-length grass-green hair and a short, flowing top and skirt, with a light brown cape around her neck and a long, dark brown ribbon tied behind her back.

The herb-type Divine Eye, with a ribbon in the main color of the old friend Amber, is worn on the left waist.

Sumeru Flying Champion - Klei.

"Hello, Mr. Wang Yan, Master Tinali asked me to bring you some food," Cole said softly as he approached.

Wang Yan nodded, a gentle smile on his face: "Thank you, Miss Ke Lai."

"Hey, do you know me?" Cole didn't remember introducing herself.

Wang Yan nodded, then denied it, saying, "I don't know you. However, the forest ranger from Tinali just said he would have Cole bring me some food. I suppose you are Cole?"

In reality, the easiest way to get close to Krypton is to talk about Mondstadt, especially Amber.

However, for the sake of long-term planning, Wang Yan did not intend to do so.

If you could impersonate Amber's friend to gain Cole's trust, it would be possible in a short time.

But if Cole writes to Amber to verify, he will suffer the consequences.

Even Wang Yan regretted saying that he knew the traveler in the rainforest.

One lie may require many more lies to cover it up.

A series of lies, once exposed, will lead to a series of disasters.

"Oh, haha, so it was Master Tinari who said it. Hehe, I am Klei, Mr. Wang Yan, this is dinner I brought for you."

Ke Lai chuckled, looking quite adorable.

She handed the food box to Wang Yan: "After you finish eating, just leave it outside the door. I'll come and collect it tomorrow."

Wang Yan nodded: "Okay, thank you."

After speaking, seeing that Cole was still standing in the same spot and did not make a move to leave, Wang Yan looked at her and asked, "Miss Cole, is there anything else?"

Upon hearing Wang Yan's question, Cole showed a shy expression, but still mustered up her courage and said, "Mr. Wang Yan, Master Tinali said that you are a scholar of writing and language, is that right?"

A glint flashed in Wang Yan's eyes, and his expression became more serious: "I've only done some research. Miss Ke Lai, is there any ancient script that needs to be translated?"

As Wang Yan spoke, a sense of excitement welled up inside him.

If Klei had ancient script to translate, he could decipher it on the spot, which would solidify his identity as a paleographer.

Unfortunately, under Wang Yan's expectant gaze, Ke Lai shook her head: "No, no, my current level is not yet at the level to access ancient characters. I just wanted to ask... do you have any techniques that can help me memorize more vocabulary?"

"Memorize more vocabulary?" Wang Yan was slightly taken aback. "Is that all?"

Ke Lai nodded: "Yes, my foundation is too weak. I can speak and listen, but my literacy rate is not good. So I wanted to ask you if there is any good way to quickly build a good foundation."

Wang Yan frowned slightly, pondered for a moment, and handed the book in his hand to Ke Lai: "Can you read this book fluently?"

Cole didn't take it, but just glanced at it and said, "This is a book written by Master Tinari. I'm reading it, but there are some words I don't recognize, so I can only read it half-guess and half-confused."

This person is partially illiterate.

Wang Yan immediately understood.

"You have a certain level of literacy, but it's limited to everyday use. In some professional fields, you might not be able to understand the specialized vocabulary."

Wang Yan spoke calmly.

Cole's eyes lit up, and she nodded vigorously: "Yes, yes, that's it."

"Um…"

Wang Yan pondered for a moment, organizing his thoughts before speaking, "I'm not sure about your current learning progress, so I can only give you a basic suggestion."

"First, you need to learn the professional vocabulary. Most importantly, you need to build a cognitive framework. For example, if you and Tinari are learning about rainforests, then you need to build your understanding of rainforests."

"In this regard, I suggest you first select some introductory materials, such as the book I have here, 'Illustrated Guide to Rainforest Creatures, Volume 1'. If you find this book too difficult, you can move down to a lower level."

"Then, by quickly reading through introductory materials, without seeking complete understanding, the focus is on grasping the core concepts and logical framework of the professional field. This way, you can build a knowledge outline."

"In this process, you need to extract all unfamiliar professional terms and categorize them by topic, such as those describing living things, describing objects, or describing animals and plants, according to your own habits."

"In this way, we can build an orderly vocabulary database, and then studying it will not seem chaotic."

"As for how to learn these words, I suggest you use the example sentences in the textbook to understand them, and also learn to break down word roots and affixes..."

“Even when studying, you can find some real objects to observe to strengthen your memory.”

"Of course, most importantly, you must learn to apply what you've learned. You can't just not use it; you must put it into practice so you don't forget it..."

"..."

Wang Yan explained to Ke Lai the memory techniques he used to memorize professional vocabulary before he traveled through time.

Back then, Wang Yan used this method to master 80% of the core terminology in his field within three months…

Unfortunately, as he failed to compete for a job, the knowledge he had worked so hard to acquire was also discarded.

After babbling on and on, Wang Yan looked at Ke Lai and saw a hint of confusion and a lot of clarity in the girl's eyes.

A hint of embarrassment flashed through Wang Yan's mind.

She probably didn't understand.

Chapter 8: Speaking out of integrity

Although she didn't understand Mr. Wang Yan's method, Cole still bowed deeply to express her gratitude.

Then, she left the camp in a hurry, as if carrying a mountain of knowledge on her back.

Wang Yan watched the girl's disappearing figure and shook his head helplessly.

It wasn't that he was pretending; it was just that these were the only systematic learning methods he had.

It's always better to say something than not to say it.

I put down my book, picked up the food box that Cole had given me, opened it, and found a curry rice dish.

Golden curry sauce covers plump grains of rice, garnished with tender stewed potato chunks, diced carrots, and a few tempting pieces of meat.

Perhaps because Wang Yan mentioned that he was from Liyue, a pair of chopsticks was included in the food box.

Smelling the delicious aroma, Wang Yan's stomach immediately started growling after a long day of travel.

"Tsk, this is healthier than the takeout I eat in my rented apartment."

After making a comment, Wang Yan immediately started eating, picked up his chopsticks, and eagerly put a mouthful into his mouth.

The rich curry, with its mild spiciness and unique spice aroma, explodes on the tongue, instantly captivating the taste buds.

The rich, sweet coconut milk perfectly balances the spiciness, the potatoes soak up the broth and melt in your mouth, while the diced carrots add a touch of refreshing sweetness.

The meat chunks are tender and flavorful, with the essence of curry permeating the fibers, resulting in a savory and rich taste.

The warm and plentiful food completely awakened Wang Yan's hungry body. Ignoring the heat, he quickly shoveled down a large mouthful, letting the rich and fragrant flavor roll around in his mouth. Every grain of rice coated with sauce brought him immense satisfaction.

At that moment, Wang Yan realized that sometimes eating can really make people feel happy.

The food box contained not only rice but also a bowl of clear soup, which, when paired with the flavorful curry rice, was absolutely delicious.

Having wolfed down his food and finished the fight, Wang Yan let out a long sigh of relief: "That felt good!"

After eating and drinking to his heart's content, Wang Yan completely relaxed.

I have a habit of feeling dizzy after eating a full meal.

After a while, the sky had completely darkened.