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Translator: SumTLMan
The green mist arrived swiftly and vanished just as quickly.
Due to its rapid dissipation, most residents thought it was a slightly unusual but still normal celestial phenomenon. That was until someone noticed the wall outside Ocean Theatre covered in climbing vines.
The entire wall was draped with lush green vines, some even adorned with delicate purple flowers, resembling a cascade of wisteria from afar.
Most importantly, these vines were real!
Long ago, Initial Heart City had embarked on a “greening” project, which involved carving plants out of stone, painting them green, and using them as street decor. But now, after just a brief fog, real plants in Initial Heart City?
While everyone was stunned by the sight of these climbing vines, it was discovered that plants had sprouted throughout Initial Heart City. In the very center of the city square, a fruit-bearing tree had even appeared!
The whole city was abuzz with excitement.
The sudden emergence of plants was a surprise to all. Some were puzzled, others fearful, but most celebrated.
Though Initial Heart City had grown busier with more people, it had lacked a certain liveliness and vigor.
The city had regained some vitality as the weather changed and seasons became distinct. However, the energy was still somewhat lacking, until today, when the abundance of green plants filled a gap that everyone noticed but never spoke of.
Amidst cheers and excitement, Initial Heart City seemed to be reborn at that moment.
However, joy aside, the sudden arrival of these plants brings with it confusion that still requires a channel for clarification.
Therefore, after the hubbub, the residents of Initial Heart City turned their attention to the management center of the city——Azure Tower.
They tried to get answers to their questions from the personnel inside Azure Tower.
However, currently, everyone working for the City Lord’s office is tight-lipped. About the suddenly appearing plants, they say nothing, only mentioning that these plants pose no harm to Initial Heart City.
But what the residents want to know is not whether the plants are beneficial or harmful, but the true reason behind their appearance. For a time, waves of confusion began to spread throughout the city.
When the questioning reached its peak, finally, City Lord Marilyn made a statement.
The announcement Marilyn made was straightforward, simply stating that by the afternoon, when the city planning department personnel appear, everyone will know the truth.
Although people were still somewhat puzzled, there was at least a response, so the speculation hanging over the city temporarily subsided. Everyone was waiting, eager to know what answer the city planning department would give.
…
At this time, in a study room on the third floor of the Initial Heart City Circular Library.
Jon, dressed in a scholar’s robe, stood in front of a floor-to-ceiling window, quietly watching in the direction of Azure Tower. The place was crowded with people. Although he couldn’t hear what was being said over there, the excited state of the crowd was enough to guess some clues.
“Someone is manipulating public opinion in the shadows, inciting these people to speak up,” a clear male voice sounded from behind Jon.
The speaker was Angel, who had been sitting on the sofa. Seeing Jon look out the window, he also stood up and walked to the window.”
Angel watched the noisy crowd in the distance, realizing without the need for the godly perspective that there was more than meets the eye.
Jon nodded, “As a woman, City Lord Marilyn has overshadowed all other candidates, becoming a thorn in their side. These haughty dissenters, aligning with some people’s sense of superiority, naturally attract a substantial following.”
“So, it’s not hard to guess that those manipulating public opinion are either Elonnia, Genira, or Duvard, former City Lord candidates,” Jon continued, “Duvard’s straightforward nature, despite being a dissenter, means he’s unlikely to engage in underhanded tactics. So, it’s either Elonnia or Genira.”
Jon paused, “Personally, I think both might be involved.”
Jon outlined the political landscape of Initial Heart City with a light touch, not as brutal as reality, but with emerging signs of intrigue.
To this, Angel was indifferent. He had no intention of joining this political fray and didn’t believe that Marilyn, the city lord, would be swayed by these events.
“By this afternoon, when the planning department and Dream Plant Fairies begin their urban greening project, these people will naturally disperse,” Angel said.
Jon remarked, “That said, the fragmentation of influence has led to the residents of Initial Heart City receiving scattered information slowly, an issue that needs immediate improvement.”
“Speaking of which, Marilyn once mentioned starting an official newspaper. I think now’s the time.”
Angel smiled.
Marilyn, a woman who had once played nations’ nobility and royalty like a game, understood the art of power all too well.
Control the media, and you control public opinion. And a newspaper, in the absence of better mediums, is certainly the most effective barometer.
“Let’s do it, it’s also a good opportunity to popularize knowledge about Sinful Monsters and Dream Plant Fairies,” replied Angel.
Jon nodded, “Later, I’ll discuss it with City Lord Marilyn. She probably already has a plan. Now it’s just a matter of deciding whether to publish a bi-weekly or a weekly report.”
At this point, Jon suddenly sighed deeply, “Although newspapers are good, the information is ultimately a bit delayed. It would be great if information could be obtained in real time…” He paused, then switched to Chinese, expressing his nostalgia, “I really miss the information age on Earth. Sadly, I may never see it again.”
Jon looked towards the sky, his eyes filled with reminiscence.
A foreign land is always foreign. Home, however, is in another time and space.
While Jon was sentimental, Angel didn’t speak. He knew Jon missed Earth very much and Angel planned to do his utmost to realize Jon’s dream. But, as things were still uncertain, there was no need to mention it to Jon.
Jon didn’t dwell on his emotions for long and soon composed himself, turning back to Angel, “I got so immersed in myself, I almost forgot to ask, did you come to see me for a specific reason?”
Angel nodded, “Yes, there is something I wanted to discuss.”
“Just now, I heard Mentor Jon mention the information age, and what I want to talk about is actually related to the instantaneous transmission of information,” Angel paused for a moment, then softly revealed his intention, “What I want to discuss with Mentor Jon is the Mother Tree Network.”