Chapter 597: Can I
After hearing what Ningguang said, Paimon was like a deflated ball. He was speechless and couldn't help complaining, "Wow - I haven't asked anything yet!"
Ningguang couldn't help but chuckle after hearing what Paimeng said. Her smile was as bright and moving as a flower blooming in spring. Then she slowly said, "Your thoughts are written on your face. You can tell at a glance. Of course, you helped me rebuild the Jade Pavilion, which is a great favor. I will never treat you unfairly. I can promise that if one day you are in urgent need of assistance, you can come to me to find a job. As for salary and benefits, I will of course give it according to the highest standards. I will provide you with a comfortable working environment and generous remuneration, so that your efforts will be rewarded as they deserve." It must be said that Paimeng's thoughts are indeed like clear lake water, which can be seen through at a glance.
After hearing what Ningguang said, Paimon's eyes suddenly lit up and she said happily: "That's great! Next time when Mora runs out, we can just come to Miss Ningguang!" But thinking that Lin Feng had been following them, she thought that Ningguang should not be needed to help them with Mora, so she turned to look at Lin Feng and asked: "Then both of us have no problems, Lin Feng, do you have anything to ask?" Since there was no problem between her and Kong, this rare opportunity certainly could not be wasted.
After hearing what Paimeng said, Lin Feng shook his head gently and said calmly, "I don't have any questions, and I don't want anything. Let Shen He use this opportunity. I think Shen He has also made a lot of efforts in the reconstruction of Qun Yu Pavilion. She should have this opportunity to raise her own questions."
After listening to Lin Feng's words, Shen He's eyes flashed with a hint of doubt. She tilted her head slightly, pointed at herself, and asked softly, "Me?" Her voice was soft and small, as if she was afraid to disturb the tranquility around her.
Lin Feng looked at Shen He, smiled and nodded, his eyes full of encouragement and affirmation, and said: "Yes! Since we all gathered the materials together, you certainly have the right to exercise this opportunity. We all see your efforts and contributions, and this opportunity to ask questions should belong to you."
After listening to Lin Feng's explanation, Shen He nodded gently and said in a mosquito-like voice: "Thank you... but I really don't have any questions. What I have seen and heard here has made me feel the unique charm and warmth of Liyue. At present, I don't have any confusion that needs to be answered." It seems that he really has nothing to ask, and if he is asked to ask, he doesn't seem to know what to ask.
After listening to Shen He's words, Ningguang cast a sharp gaze at her and said, "Really? Then this once-in-a-lifetime opportunity to ask questions is probably going to be wasted. This is a rare opportunity, and it may be able to resolve some potential doubts in your mind. Why don't you think about it carefully?"
After hearing what Ningguang said, Paimeng became anxious, like an ant on a hot pan, and immediately said to Ningguang: "How can this be? We can't waste it! Well, let's think about it again..." Paimeng was anxious. She felt that she could not miss this opportunity easily. Maybe Shen He could ask some important questions.
Shen He saw that things had come to this point, and she became a little anxious. Then, an idea suddenly came to her mind, and after a moment of hesitation, she slowly asked, "...Ms. Ningguang, do you think I can integrate into Liyue Harbor?" This question has been lingering in her mind for a long time. She has always longed to truly become a part of Liyue Harbor, but she is not sure whether she can do it.
Ningguang was a little surprised when she heard Shen He's question. She didn't expect it to be such a question. It was really surprising. She narrowed her eyes slightly, and after a moment's silence, she said, "This is an interesting question." After saying this, Ningguang fell into thought. After a moment, she continued, "Liyue Port is an inclusive city, like a vast ocean, accepting ships from all corners of the world. As long as you abide by the rules and regulations here, it will not reject you. Therefore, the important thing is whether you can have a sense of belonging to Liyue Port. A sense of belonging is an inner feeling that comes from your identification, love and dependence on this place. "
When Shen He heard Ningguang's words, her eyes were full of confusion. She murmured to herself, "Sense of belonging?" This word was a little unfamiliar to her, and she didn't quite know how to understand and feel it.
Ningguang nodded after listening to Shen He's words and explained patiently, "Yes. There must be a reason to like a place and integrate into a place. Maybe you have met someone here, experienced something, or maybe you just enjoy the atmosphere of Liyue and are used to living like this. For example, you may have met some like-minded friends here, and their company makes you feel warm; or you may have participated in some interesting activities and experienced the unique culture of Liyue; or you may just stroll through the streets and alleys of Liyue, feeling the lively and peaceful atmosphere, which makes you nostalgic. In short, everyone needs a reason to stay, and I hope you can find it soon. When you find that sense of belonging, you will truly integrate into this city and become a part of it."
After hearing this, Shen He nodded, not quite understanding, and said softly, "...I understand." Ningguang's words were indeed a bit abstract, and for Shen He, who had not experienced the world, it was indeed difficult to understand. It must be that she would not be able to fully comprehend these words without a period of time. However, the current situation is just right, as the saying goes: it is better to arrive at the right time than to arrive early.
Just when Shen He was lost in thought, a familiar voice like a loud bell sounded behind them: "Hey, are you guys chatting? I just went to the fleet and came back late." The voice was full of boldness and unruliness, as if carrying the breath of the sea.
When Paimon heard the voice, she immediately realized that Beidou had arrived. She turned around excitedly and said like a happy little rabbit: "Come on, come on, it's Beidou's turn! Beidou, do you have any questions you want to ask?" Paimon's face was filled with a joyful smile, and she was full of anticipation for Beidou's arrival.
After listening to Paimeng's words, Beidou shook his head indifferently and said with a heroic smile: "Me? I don't have anything to ask. I was forced by her to come here to help and participate in the competition. I still have a lot of things to deal with on the fleet. If it weren't for Ningguang's face, I wouldn't have the time to get involved in these things." After answering Paimeng's words, Beidou looked at Ningguang and his expression became serious.