Chapter 55: Day 6 of Inazuma's Surroundings
Unlike Liyue, where thousands of merchants gather and the atmosphere of market life is bustling, the streets of Inazuma can be considered very [quiet].
Perhaps this was due to the Eye Hunting Order and the National Closure Order, but the quietly falling cherry blossoms on the streets, in the water, and on people's shoulders made people marvel at their beauty while regretting their short-lived bloom.
In this city where time has stood still, the cherry blossoms dancing in the wind are the only existence that cannot be ignored by anyone. All the cherry blossoms come from the original sacred cherry tree at Narujin Taisha Shrine.
Walking on the quiet streets, street vendors don't shout their wares, unlike Liyue who try so hard to attract customers. Or perhaps it's because there aren't too many customers on the streets, so both the shops and stalls are quiet.
However, the tri-color dumplings made with hydrangea are still very delicious, worthy of being Lei Dianying's favorite food. Shui Qingli is very satisfied with this Inazuma specialty and bought a lot to take with him.
The purpose of his trip this time was to check in, and he planned to go to Yaedo in Inazuma Castle first. He wanted to buy some light novels to read, at least to kill time.
Although Inazuma's current situation is not very good, as a light novel industry supported by the chief priest, Yaedo's business has not been affected much, and is even a little better than before.
Therefore, editor Kuroda behind the counter did not look as gloomy as other shop owners. Instead, he looked very energetic.
"Hello, sir. How can I help you?"
"Excuse me, is there any book you recommend that I can read?"
Shui Qingli looked at the rows of bookshelves behind him and asked with interest. To those who knew the subject, it was obvious that this was his first time coming into contact with light novels.
Although I have bought most of the works displayed in the game, such as "Mina-hime of the Lost Country", "I Got Reincarnated as the Raiden Shogun and Became Invincible", and "Please Take Care of My Fox Fairy", I have not read other light novels.
"Sir, you are not from Inazuma, right?"
Editor Kuroda smiled and pointed out the origin of Shui Qingli in one sentence.
"We at Yaedo have a good reputation in Inazuma. Every light novel that is published after strict review by the editors is very exciting and popular, so there is no such thing as recommendation. Just buy whatever style you like."
"Um...I really wasn't paying attention. Sorry."
Shui Qingli swallowed the tri-color dumpling in his mouth and said seriously.
"It's okay. Although there are very few foreign guests since the country was closed, there will always be one or two exceptions like you."
The editor wearing black-framed glasses said with a smile, looking very friendly.
"I won't report you to Tianling Fengxing."
The Eye Hunting Order had a great impact. Two of the original pillar writers of Yaedo were also implicated. After losing the Divine Eye, they basically lost the mood to continue creating. Although they knew that this was the order of the General, it did not prevent them from venting their anger on those rude soldiers.
"Yaedo's works are all-encompassing. There are books of all types, and they are all selected by our customers. You will not be disappointed with any of them."
This gentleman seems to have the temperament of a writer. Why not give it a try?
Although the local light novel writers in Inazuma have mature writing skills and their works have a wide audience, it is time for Yaedo to introduce some new blood. People from foreign countries are very suitable, and they should have different inspirations.
Ah - this reminded him of Mr. Zhenyu, the author of "The Swordsman's Story". Ever since Inazuma Liyue stopped communicating, he hasn't received a new volume for a long time. This book was selling very well. He felt heartbroken just thinking about how much he lost during this window period.
"If this is your first time reading a light novel, I recommend "I Got Reincarnated as the Raiden Shogun and Became Invincible". The setting and writing of this book are very good. Many of our writers have been inspired by it and created quite outstanding works."
It would be even better if we could hook up with more authors.
The sinister editor with glasses thought so with a smile on his face.
"Please give me this one."
Although I bought the same work in the game, it only had the beginning, and Shui Qingli really wanted to see the rest of the story.
"Okay, thank you for your business."
Editor Kuroda helped pack the books skillfully, and even remembered to slip a copy of [Benefits and Publishing Guidelines for Light Novel Authors], which Yaedo used to recruit authors, between the pages of the books.
This is not a service that only Shui Qingli can enjoy. Basically every newcomer who comes to buy light novels has received it. After all, everything is for performance, so it's not shameful.
Yaedo, check-in successful.
By the way, I bought a light novel that I had wanted to read for a long time.
Next... let's go to the Naganohara Fireworks Shop to see Miss Yomiuri.
As a girl who has walked with God several times, Sister Xiaogong is a hero.
I remember that his first five-star main C was Sister Xiaogong. It took him two months to collect all the relics of Xiaogong and barely raised her to the level of small graduation. The rest depends on luck.
But the big world is indeed thanks to Father Emperor and Sister Xiaogong, as well as the little angel Bennett, the God of Fire. Since then, his experience of passing through the big world of the plot has become very smooth.
The Naganohara Fireworks Shop has been run by a fireworks family in Inazuma for several generations. Especially the heir of this generation of the fireworks shop, Yosi Gong, who is known as the Queen of Fireworks, has extremely outstanding talent and imagination.
Moreover, Xiao Gong has a very good personality. She loves playing with children and is willing to help anyone. She always has a beautiful smile on her face. I don't know how many young men in the neighborhood have admired her. Unfortunately, she herself has never thought about this.
Naganohara Yoshimiya is a woman who only has fireworks and her father in her eyes. It makes people feel helpless but also sigh that this is Yoshimiya's character.
"Hello, are you here to watch the fireworks?"
Shui Qingli arrived at the right time. Xiao Gong was in the store at that time. When he saw a strange customer entering, he knew that it was his first time.
Xiao Gong remembers all the people in Inazuma City who like to buy fireworks from their store, and her friends are almost all over Inazuma City.
Hmm, it’s a strange face. Doesn’t he look like an Inazuma person?
She thought to herself.
Was it a friend who introduced it to you?
"Hello, Miss Xiaogong."
The tri-color dumplings in Shui Qingli's hand had completely disappeared - of course they were eaten up on the way.
"I'm a good friend of Sora and Paimon. I came from Liyue."
He smiled gently at his first main C.
"Are you interested in chatting with me?"