"Ugh... well, if Sister Lumina said so, we have no reason to refuse."
After ending the communication with Lumina, March 7th, Stelle, and Little Swarm exchanged glances, nodded, and sighed in unison.
Though March 7th considered this matter extremely important, she had no choice. If she disobeyed Sister Lumina, what if Sister Lumina got angry...?
The thought of upsetting Sister Lumina was utterly unacceptable to March 7th. She would resist it with all her might. (>_<.)
"Let's do as Sister Lumina said—enjoy ourselves while keeping our eyes open and staying alert."
Upon further reflection, March 7th realized Sister Lumina was right.
Since they currently had no leads or even a hint of where to start, wandering aimlessly like headless flies would be far less effective than having a specific objective and searching within a defined area.
While the essence remained aimless wandering, at least they would have a primary goal to focus on.
"Hmm... come to think of it, Sister Lumina mentioned Sumeru City having many scenic spots and entertainment facilities, but she didn't tell us what they actually are..."
"We said we'd go have fun, but we don't even know where to go..."
Perhaps her "silly addiction" was kicking in again, March 7th fell into deep thought about choosing a destination. She rested a finger on her lip, tilted her head slightly, and radiated an aura of "wisdom."
(Option 1: Just Look it up)
(Option 2: This is easy. Just grab someone and ask.)
(Option 3: Let's ask the magical trash can!)
"Just use Myriad Search," Stelle said, her voice laced with exasperation as she watched March 7th's silly antics. "A quick search will tell you everything."
Isn't March 7th supposed to be a travel photography expert? How come she doesn't even know how to use Myriad Search for cyber-reconnaissance?
"Oh, right! I almost forgot!" March 7th slapped her forehead, her face lighting up with sudden realization.
Anyone who didn't know better would think she was just some clueless kid...
"Let's see... Pardis Dhyai, The Palace of Alcazarzaray, Zubayr Theater, House of Daena, Sanctuary of Surasthana... Wait, are those last two really accessible to outsiders?!"
March 7th pulled out her phone and used Myriad Search to find popular tourist and entertainment spots in Sumeru City. When she saw the last two highly recommended locations, her lips twitched involuntarily.
"Hmm... let's follow this order then," Stelle said, pulling out her phone. She connected to the Sumeru Star System's network, searched online, and got similar results to March 7th.
(Option 1: These names... why do they sound so familiar?)
(Option 2: This "Myriad Search" is useless! We're in Sumeru City—how could we possibly miss the trash cans?!)
"Okay, let's take them one by one. We didn't visit any of these places yesterday, so we can sightsee and keep an eye out for that clue Sister Lumina mentioned."
March 7th opened the Sumeru Star System's dedicated map navigation system and addressed Stelle and Little Swarm.
Both nodded in agreement, having no objections to March 7th's suggestion.
"Let's go! Just like Sister Lumina said, let's prioritize having fun. Consider it our main mission for this trip." After reminding them once more, March 7th typed "Pardis Dhyai" into her phone and started the navigation.
(Note: This Sumeru City is not the Sumeru City from that other two-word game. Pardis Dhyai and other locations are situated within Sumeru City itself. Please do not compare these unrelated entities.)
(Any similarities are purely coincidental...)
"It truly lives up to its reputation as the most renowned theater in the entire Sumeru Star System. There's not a shred of false acclaim here."
Having concluded their tour of Pardis Dhyai, The Palace of Alcazarzaray, and the Zubayr Theater, March 7th couldn't help but sigh in awe.
Whether it was Pardis Dhyai's otherworldly detachment, The Palace of Alcazarzaray's jade-adorned splendor, or the Zubayr Theater's vibrant portrayal of human life, all three left the Nameless crew of the Astral Express, including March 7th, utterly awestruck.
It was clear that this was indeed a top-tier power in the Cosmos, rivaling the Xianzhou Luofu's millennia-old cultural heritage and breathtaking scenery.
However...
"Even though we had a blast, we still haven't found a single clue about Sister Lumina..." After leaving the Zubayr Theater, March 7th gazed at the bustling streets of Sumeru City and sighed again.
"But it's not like we came away empty-handed!"
In an instant, March 7th's worried expression vanished, replaced by a cheerful grin.
She pulled out her small notebook, glanced at the notes about Sister Lumina she had jotted down, and let out a contented chuckle.
Pardis Dhyai and The Palace of Alcazarzaray were visually stunning and awe-inspiring, but ultimately offered little else. The Zubayr Theater, however, was different. The people there were genuinely warm and welcoming!
March 7th had stayed inside and met so many new people! She also learned more about Sister Lumina's past.
Although she still didn't quite understand the clue Sister Lumina had mentioned, making so many new friends and uncovering fragments of Sister Lumina's history made the trip entirely worthwhile!
"Next, let's go to the House of Daena," she suggested. "The place where all wisdom converges. I wonder what it'll be like."
The information they'd gathered at the Zubayr Theater revealed that the House of Daena wasn't as grand or imposing as March 7th had imagined.
When Sister Lumina first mentioned the House of Daena in the hovercar, March 7th had assumed it was something akin to the Seat of Divine Foresight—a place strictly off-limits to outsiders.
But in reality, the House of Daena lived up to its name: a paradise formed by the convergence of Daena, a massive library.
Most areas within the House of Daena were public spaces, freely accessible to all. Only a small, restricted section was strictly off-limits to outsiders.
These restricted areas are guarded by the Grand Matras, so there's no need to worry.
As for the Grand Matras, they hold positions above the Matras. Each one is incredibly powerful, so you should never provoke them...
This is what Miss Yulu from the Zubayr Theater told March 7th. Miss Yulu is beautiful, kind-hearted, and the theater's star performer—a true queen in every sense.
Yet, despite her status, she instantly connected with March 7th. Within just two Hours, they had become close friends.
Without a doubt, Yulu was the first true friend March 7th had made since arriving in Sumeru City! o(* ̄▽ ̄*)ブ
Moreover, Yulu is an ultimate Lumina simp! She's also the Vice President of the Cosmos's Saintess Support Club!
She possesses a wealth of information about Sister Lumina and unconditionally shares it with March 7th, making her a veritable lucky star!
The information Yulu has provided is invaluable to March 7th's star-chasing plans!
If she didn't need to help Sister Lumina find clues right now, March 7th would happily chat with Yulu for three days and nights straight!
"March 7th? March 7th!" Seeing March 7th's dazed expression, Stelle scratched her head in confusion and called out to her.
The Zubayr Theater was vast, boasting a variety of plays and entertainment facilities. Plus, Stelle had spotted something else that caught her eye, so she and March 7th decided to explore the theater separately.
As a result, Stelle had no idea what had happened to March 7th on her side. Seeing her friend's bewildered state filled Stelle with confusion.
"Huh?! Oh, it's nothing, nothing. Let's go. To the House of Daena."
Hearing this, March 7th snapped out of her reverie. She pulled out her phone, activated the navigation app, and quickly located the House of Daena. Without wasting any time, she started walking in the direction indicated by the map.
After visiting Pardis Dhyai, The Palace of Alcazarzaray, and the Zubayr Theater, the morning had already turned into afternoon, and the day was drawing to a close.
Though they had thoroughly enjoyed themselves, they hadn't found a single clue about Sister Lumina.
Hopefully, we can find some leads at the House of Daena, the place where Daena's wisdom gathers...