I write novels in Liyue

The air suddenly became quiet, with only the sound of Taromaru swinging his sword echoing continuously.

It took Thomas quite a while to realize what was happening.

That scoundrel actually cheated him! He sold him some greenhorn!

etc.

For example, although the melon stall owner was enthusiastic, there was something strange about him.

Unexpectedly, they were lowering their guard and specifically choosing two uneducated people to sell to them.

This is such a sophisticated scheme...

hateful!

When will this ever end?

However, after Miss Fang Qiu's ghost story performance tonight, my situation should improve considerably.

It will be much better, at least within the community of fans of ghost stories.

Then, I'll hold a "test of courage" competition based on the novel "A Chinese Ghost Story".

His reputation as a local bully should improve considerably.

Time passed slowly, and before we knew it, it was evening.

The three of them set off together to the photo studio, where there was a huge crowd of people.

The screening room that was arranged was completely packed.

Thomas couldn't help but sigh.

Luckily, I arrived early.

Fang Qiu and Yun Jin's collaborations are also very popular on Inazuma. Their previous two dramas, "Splitting the Mountain to Save Mother" and "Misplaced Time and Space", received a great response on Inazuma.

Of course, there's also the reason why Yaedo used a promotional slogan that even the Shogun liked.

Now, basically all of Fang Qiu's works are associated with the General.

As long as it's Fang Qiu's work, the Inazuma people all assume that the General also likes it.

Shortly after they took their seats, the story of "A Chinese Ghost Story" slowly unfolded under Thomas's expectant gaze.

Chapter 550 Even listening to a song can lead to being stabbed

Liyue, night falls.

The night is blurred.

Official road.

Under the bright moonlight, mountain mists rose, and the official road meandered northward.

The carriage traveled steadily on the official road, the sound of the horses' hooves slow, and the lights inside the carriage dim.

"Butterflies flutter in pairs, spring colors fill the garden, intoxicating all who see them. Quietly I ask the holy monk, 'Is my daughter beautiful?' My daughter, is she beautiful?"

The girl's clear and sweet voice, accompanied by the sound of horses' hooves, echoed continuously through the mountains at night.

"Fang Qiu, what song is this? It's really nice."

When the song ended, Paimon approached Fang Qiu and asked in confusion.

"It's called 'Daughter's Love'."

Fang Qiu withdrew her gaze from the scenery of their first night together, looked at Paimon's little face, and said with a smile.

"This song sounds like it's telling a story. What story is it? Could you tell me?"

Paimon asked.

"It's roughly about a monk... well, a monk is someone who, in the era of 'A Chinese Ghost Story,' entered a profession similar to nuns in Mondstadt. These people can't eat meat, they can only eat vegetarian food, and they have to eat vegetarian meals and chant Buddhist scriptures every day. Buddha is the monk's faith, similar to the Anemo Archon of Mondstadt or the Emperor of Liyue. They also can't have romantic relationships..."

"Wait... I have a question."

Paimon interrupted halfway through the conversation.

"What's the problem?"

Fang Qiu said.

"If romantic love between men and women doesn't work, what about romantic love between women?"

Paimon asked.

"Uh……"

Upon hearing this question, Fang Qiu fell into deep thought.

To be honest, this question... really stumped her.

Although there are some unorthodox figures among the Buddhas, such as the Buddha of Joy and Fahai, who helped Xiaoqing with her cultivation, they are mostly pure of heart and have few desires.

This shouldn't be a matter of gender, but rather a matter of desire.

But... she really didn't know whether anything had actually happened between the nuns or the monks.

I wonder if there will be any punishment if the abbot finds out about this.

"Paimon, don't interrupt."

Seeing Fang Qiu stunned, Ying interrupted Paimon's question while driving the carriage, saying, "Fang Qiu, please continue."

"Ah."

Fang Qiu nodded slightly awkwardly and continued his story, saying, "After the chaos of the Three Kingdoms and the turmoil of the Jin Dynasty, many years passed before a stable dynasty finally emerged, named Tang. The emperor of that dynasty ordered a monk to travel west to seek the true scriptures, to enlighten all beings and relieve their suffering. He came to a place called the Kingdom of Women. After a period of contact, the Queen of the Kingdom of Women fell in love with the monk, and the monk also developed worldly desires and fell in love with the Queen. Therefore, she sang this song to the monk, wanting to keep him and spend the rest of their lives together."

"There's such a romantic story behind this song! And then? And then? Did the monk stay behind?"

Paimon's eyes lit up, and he asked with a curious smile.

Ying, who was standing to the side, also cast a curious glance.

"The monk told the Queen of the Women's Kingdom that if there was an afterlife, he would definitely be with her, and then he left with his four disciples."

Fang Qiu shook his head and said, "After that, the Queen of the Women's Kingdom never married. Every day she would look westward, hoping to see the monk return from the west. But she never expected that after obtaining the true scriptures, the monk's eldest disciple would carry the monk back to the Tang Dynasty."

"what……"

Upon hearing the ending of the story, Paimon's smile froze, then gradually disappeared.

Why?

Paimon was stunned for a moment before asking.

"Because monks have great love in their hearts, they can only sacrifice themselves in order to save all sentient beings."

Fang Qiu said, "There have been many such people in the history of Liyue."

"What about in the next life? Are they together again?"

Paimon asked.

"that person"

The monk became a Buddha and had no next life, but the Queen of the Women's Kingdom, from the moment the monk turned his head on horseback, was forever separated from him, never to meet again for all eternity…

Fang Qiu shook his head and said, "How can one find a way to have it all, to be true to both Buddha and to my beloved..."

At this point, Fang Qiu's eyes also dimmed.

When I was a child, I watched "Journey to the West" and found the story boring. I wanted to fast forward to see the monkey fighting the monster.

Looking back now that I'm older, this part is filled with sadness...

Upon closer examination, the knife is incredibly sharp.

We part ways amicably, never to meet again in this lifetime.

"How could this be..."

Paimon immediately lost his spirit and said with his head drooping.

Ying also looked unwell.

On a happy evening, Fang Qiu dealt a cruel blow to her spirit.

Most importantly, Fang Qiu spoke with great emotion and eloquence.

As she tells the story, the shifts in her eyes between joy and sorrow make it seem as if these are not stories, but rather Fang Qiu's own experiences.

Recalling what Fang Qiu had just sung, and putting myself in Fang Qiu's shoes, each strike seemed even more ruthless than the last.

The atmosphere was somewhat somber.

The mountain air was slightly cool.

"Traveler, how about we call it a day? It's time for lunch."

Paimon glared at Fang Qiu and said, "I want to eat delicious food, lots of delicious food!"

"No problem, I brought plenty of food."

Fang Qiu smiled and said.

The power of the Ice-type Divine Eye was fully demonstrated at this moment.

It can be used not only as an air conditioner, but also to store food that needs to be kept fresh.

Most people eat dry rations on the road, or grab something to eat on the spot, but they don't have to go through all that trouble; they can just eat grilled meat.

It's getting late; it'll be completely dark soon.

It wouldn't be safe to continue traveling.

After parking the carriage in a ravine with water, they lit a fire and began roasting meat and stewing vegetables.

Soon, the rich aroma of meat wafted out as it was roasted over the blazing fire.

"Fang Qiu, do you have any other new songs?"

While waiting for his food, Paimon wiped his mouth and asked.

"Yes, but before you listen, would you like to hear the story behind the song?"

Fang Qiu smiled and asked.