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"Rumble..." Paimon's stomach let out a grumbling sound, and she looked sheepishly at Lumine.
"Traveler, why don't we go eat instead? It's so late; he definitely won't show up!"
"How dare you say that?" Lin Feng approached angrily, glaring at the two rumor instigators.
"Huh? Shouldn't you be selling phones? What brings you here? Are you the Darknight Hero?" Paimon eyed Lin Feng, her voice filled with confusion.
"What Darknight Hero? I'm now a Favonius Knight. As for spreading rumors, you'll need to accompany me back to the Knights of Favonius' headquarters." Lin Feng looked sternly at both of them.
"Ah!" Paimon was taken aback, realizing it was her idea that led to this situation. Lumine also glanced at Paimon, feeling somewhat helpless.
"Can we wait just a bit longer? We really want to find that hero!" Lumine pleaded, looking at Lin Feng.
Lin Feng considered for a moment before smiling. "Considering you've helped me before, we can wait! However, when the time comes, you must cooperate fully..."
Lumine hesitated but eventually nodded in agreement. The three of them then huddled together near a wall corner, cautiously peering outside.
Diluc checked his phone; he had reached the location specified in the video, yet found no trace of monsters.
Lin Feng also noticed Diluc and thought to himself, even someone as meticulous as Sir Diluc fell for the rumors concocted by these two; it truly highlights the immense harm such falsehoods can cause.
"Woah, I caught you! It's you, the Darknight Hero of Mondstadt!" Paimon flew over, pointing at Diluc with excitement, her invisible tricycle pedaling rapidly.
"Huh? Sir Diluc, why is it you?" Paimon looked puzzled at Diluc, wondering if he wasn't supposed to be Mondstadt's wealthiest resident?
"What are you doing here?" Diluc questioned, directing his gaze towards Paimon with confusion.
Lin Feng slowly stepped forward, smiling, "Sir Diluc, they're the ones spreading this rumor. I'm here to apprehend them!"
"Oh, so you're the new recruit among the Knights of Favonius?" Diluc examined Lin Feng briefly before remarking indifferently.
"Yes, I am the newly appointed Cyber Knight Captain, specifically responsible for ensuring digital security. Handling online misinformation like their spread rumors falls under my jurisdiction," Lin Feng explained with a smile.
"It seems she understands now, no need to dwell on it!" Diluc replied mildly, having initially intended to give a gentle reminder.
"Sir Diluc, y-you're the Darknight Hero?! Shouldn't you be sleeping on Mora instead, hehe!" Paimon scratched her head, looking utterly bewildered at Diluc.
"Who came up with the nickname 'Darknight Hero'?" Diluc looked puzzled and turned to Paimon for clarification.
"Hmm... You don't like it? Then how about... Mr. Justice Warrior, does that sound better? Hehe!" Paimon giggled in response.
Diluc's lips twitched slightly as he surveyed the surroundings, ensuring nothing amiss occurred before saying:
"If everything is under control, I'll take my leave now. As for me being... uh, Mr. Justice Warrior, please keep this confidential!"
Paimon nodded eagerly, "Don't worry, my lips are famously sealed! Not a single hint of your secret will slip out, hehe!"
Diluc eyed Paimon skeptically, unconvinced by her assurance.
After Diluc left, Lin Feng glanced at the sky; it was already quite late.
"Come back to the Knights headquarters tomorrow morning at 8 AM," Lin Feng instructed Lumine.
"Alright!" Lumine nodded, while Paimon clutched her stomach hungrily.
"Hehe, Traveler, let's go have some Sticky Honey Roast..."
"It's all your fault with those ideas. Tomorrow, you need to sincerely admit your mistakes and hope for leniency..."
"Hehe, let's discuss tomorrow after we've had our fill."
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At Eula's home in Dragonspine, Eula sat at her chair, gazing at the steaming dishes on the dining table, feeling somewhat lonely.
With one hand supporting her chin, she couldn't help but notice how devoid of life the house felt without Lin Feng's playful banter and lively chatter.
Will he not return now? He's become a Favonius Knight; they must have assigned him housing, right?! The snow-capped mountains are freezing, and the paths are treacherous. Who would be foolish enough to come here every day!
I am from the Lawrence Clan, a descendant of sinners. As a Favonius Knight, he probably fears associating too closely with me, fearing it might jeopardize his future!
After spending so many days together, she had grown accustomed to Lin Feng's presence. His absence left her feeling unsettled and anxious.
A single tear slid down her cheek, quickly wiped away by her gentle touch.
"Eula, you're a descendant of sinners. Your mission is to seek vengeance against Mondstadt; you cannot show such weakness!" Eula murmured, regaining her composed demeanor amidst the earlier vulnerability.
She picked up her phone, staring at Lin Feng's number. After hesitating for a moment, she turned off the screen.
"Hmph, he's my sworn enemy. Why should I call him!"
Despite her hesitation, Eula dialed his number again. She reassured herself that it wasn't out of concern for him but...but...
"Hello, Eula? I'm almost back, huff, huff..." Lin Feng's voice came through the phone, clearly panting as if he were running.
"What's wrong?" Eula asked nonchalantly, though hearing Lin Feng say he was returning filled her with immense joy. A faint smile graced her face, making her look exceptionally lovely.
"Nothing, just ran too fast..." Lin Feng held the phone, glancing behind him at the three Hilichurls chasing him.
"I...I called just to...to ask about your stream, nothing else!" Eula spoke proudly, her cheeks flushed red.
"No worries, let me hang up now. I'll explain everything once I get back..." With that, Lin Feng ended the call.
"Hmmm..." Hearing the dial tone from her phone, Eula lifted her chin and let out a proud hmph:
"Hmph! Hanging up on me? I'll remember this slight!"
"Hey, Hilichurl brothers, can you please stop chasing me?" Lin Feng pleaded while running, using his translation software to communicate with the three Hilichurls.
"You took our Sunsettia; there were exactly three for us, but now how should we divide them since you took one?" The Hilichurls angrily waved their sticks and charged at him again.
Lin Feng mentally slapped himself, cursing his own impulsiveness.
Finally, Lin Feng spotted another Sunset Fruit tree and quickly shouted back to the pursuing Hilichurls, "Look, there's exactly three more fruits - enough for each of you!"
The three Hilichurls noticed the additional Sunset Fruit tree and halted their chase. They were already exhausted anyway, and he didn't have any Urgent Cough Syrup either.
As the trio approached the new tree, Lin Feng breathed a sigh of relief once they stopped chasing him. Once he obtained his Vision, he vowed to harvest all the Sunset Fruits from these trees!
Suddenly, Lin Feng saw yet another group of three Hilichurls nearby. An idea struck him instantly, and a dangerous smile crept across his face.