readytorunbook Chapter 804 Colorless and Odorless Wine
Chapter 804 Colorless and Odorless Wine
After entering the building that resembled the Narcissus Cross, Ann would occasionally utter words that didn't sound like she would say.
People are already used to this kind of situation.
But when she suddenly said that this book contained Princess Lilith's final resting place, it really surprised everyone.
"You mean... Princess Lilith is sleeping in this book, uh... don't you find that a little... strange?"
Paimon asked Anne cautiously, afraid that she might do something uncontrollable because she realized her own role.
An, on the contrary, seemed to take it all quite for granted.
"It's not surprising. After all, the world should be like this, not like the outside world full of danger and battles. Children should live under the sun, among flowers and grass, undisturbed and unharmed..."
"Like this painting?"
“Just like in this painting!” Ann said confidently.
Everyone came over to look at the painting. The painting depicted bright sunshine, lush green grass, and delicate flowers that seemed to sway gently in the breeze. Everything seemed so quiet and peaceful, as if it had never been disturbed by any disasters for hundreds of years.
Paimon was even a little envious of such a place.
"Kong, when our journey is over, let's find a place like this to live in? We'll grow lots of delicious fruits and sweet flowers, and then invite everyone to come... Hey, what's up with this place..."
Hearing Paimon's exclamation, everyone looked up and found that they were already in the garden in that page of the book.
A gentle breeze brushed past the tips of their hair, like a tender hand stroking their head. For a moment, everyone except Seymour was somewhat intoxicated.
The faint singing came from afar, and everyone suddenly remembered that their mission was to find Princess Lilith.
"Who could be singing over there? Wasn't Princess Lilith supposed to be asleep? How can she sing while she's asleep?"
Amid Paimon's incessant chatter, Xu Ning and the others slowly crossed the small stone bridge and headed towards a grape trellis. Under the trellis, a figure with blue hair and wearing a white dress was fiddling with some plates.
Caterpillar abruptly stopped, no longer daring to take another step forward. His hand pressed so hard on Seymour's back that Seymour felt a slight pressure.
"Seymour, is that... her?"
Seymour raised his head and pointed the camera "eye" on his chest at the figure. In almost a second, Seymour produced the answer.
"Although she bears some resemblance to Miss Marian, I am certain that this is not her."
Caterpillar froze on the spot, seemingly unsure whether to feel disappointed or relieved.
Xu Ning glanced at him with pity, shook her head slightly, and stepped forward to greet him, "Hello. I'm really sorry to have barged in like this without the owner's permission."
The figure turned around, and the familiar face made Caterpillar not dare to take another step in that direction.
"Oh, hello! I was preparing some tea and snacks and didn't notice you coming. Please have a seat. It's almost time for tea and snacks, so you can enjoy them with us."
Xu Ning, holding An's slightly dazed little wings, readily sat down. Paimon, having already chosen a seat upon hearing the word "snacks," sat down next to her, fearing she might do something impolite.
As for the two who didn't come, the host didn't mind at all, and just smiled and started setting the plates.
"My name is Xu Ning. This little water sprite is named An. Opposite me are the traveler Kong and his companion Paimon, and over there are the shy Katarina and Seymour. May I ask your name?"
“You all have very nice names! My name is Marian.”
Marian placed plates of exquisite pastries on the table in front of everyone, and seeing Paimon's eager expression, she smiled and said, "You have to wait for the bell to ring before you can start eating."
Xu Ning glanced at the tea and snacks in front of him, took a sip of wine, and then said, "Your name is also very beautiful. However, when I first met you, I wondered if your name might be Princess Lilith!"
Marian chuckled and said, "Princess Lilith? I don't know. But I've lived here for a very long time and I don't think I've ever seen any princess or anything like that."
"Never heard of it. How could a princess appear here out of nowhere?"
Upon hearing this, An immediately wanted to ask for clarification, but just then a familiar ringtone sounded.
Paimon's expression changed, and he shook his head as vigorously as a child holding a candied hawthorn. "Is that the sound of the clock? What's starting?"
"Of course, it's time for tea and snacks. In the past, when the children heard this bell, they would drop their wooden swords and come to the yard together for some refreshments..."
Marian glanced at the wooden sword that was now tucked into her waistband and smiled, "Even though they're all gone, I still like to follow the rules here. Otherwise, I'd feel bad for them. Alright, let's eat!"
Xu Ning casually picked up a piece of tea snack and put it in his mouth.
Although they look exquisite, the tea snacks taste like pure water melting in your mouth – bland and tasteless, like drinking a sip of not-so-sweet spring water.
Kong naturally sensed it too, but out of politeness, he didn't ask directly.
Paimon, on the other hand, was unbeatable. He not only calmly devoured all the pastries in front of him, but even made a serious evaluation.
"Actually, it's quite delicious, although it's not very flavorful. Is it because Marian is on a diet and can't put in too much sugar? It's okay, it's okay, at least I'm full..."
For some reason, this statement sounded particularly pitiful, as if Paimon hadn't eaten anything properly. Xu Ning couldn't help but look at the airship with an inquiring gaze.
Kong could only blush and lower his head, unable to offer any explanation.
Xu Ning smiled, picked up a cup, and thanked Marianne, saying, "Thank you for treating us to so many snacks. I have nothing to repay you with but the wine I brewed myself. Please have a taste."
Kong and Paimon looked at Xu Ning pouring wine with somewhat strange expressions.
Both of them had seen Xu Ning's wines before, and each one had a very special taste and color.
What Xu Ning poured into the cup was colorless and odorless, clearly the spring water from that sip of sweet dew.
But he actually dared to shamelessly claim it was wine!
Marian seemed surprised and delighted that Xu Ning would reciprocate the invitation.
He reached out and picked up the cup, took a small sip, and his expression changed several times.
While Kong and Paimon were extremely nervous, Marian spoke up with a hint of apology.
"It's a very peculiar drink, but... and it's too strong, I find it a little hard to drink."