Xinyi: “What brings you here at this time of the day?”

Rover: “There's been a bit of an incident.”

You explain the events that have transpired.

Xinyi: “I see. Strange appearances of Tacet Discords in the mountains, and undiscovered Temporal Disruptions…There are several questionable details according to Rover’s description.”

Changli: “What do you make of Fuling's words from earlier, Rover?”

Rover: “About what happened to Wuli…”

Changli: “He claimed to have spent only half a day in the mountains, but it's been seven days since he returned to Hongzhen... That does sound like some kind of Temporal Disruption, one that wasn't strong enough to affect Hongzhen. After Jinhsi's battle with the Sentinel, she ordered Midnight Rangers to patrol Hongzhen and inspect Mt. Firmament for any lingering Temporal Disruptions before reopening it to the public. Rover, you've been exploring the mountains lately, so I'm sure you have a good grasp on Mt. Firmament. But if there are any hidden disruptions we missed…”

Rover: “It must’ve appeared after Wuli entered the mountains. Someone had kept it hidden.”

Changli: “Precisely. Yet... Why did it reappear at this point?”

Rover: “Maybe it has something to do with Wuli or needed a specific trigger.”

Changli: “Fuling's ‘legend*’* differs from the situation at Mt. Firmament we're familiar with. In that tale, mortals were spared the cost of losing years from their lives. He was utterly convinced of his discovery, and he somehow managed to run into Temporal Disruptions in half a day’s time. Also… when I questioned him, he evaded my inquiries.”

Rover: “Was he lying?”

Changli: “Lies that are most challenging to detect aren't usually outright falsehoods, rather they hide parts of the truth. The explorer wanted to save his friend indeed, but he was also hiding something... I've become rather curious about the truth behind this ‘Temporal Disruption.’”

Rover: “About Fuling's attitude towards all of this…”

Changli: “Did you notice something, Rover?”

Rover: “She accepted the reality a little too quickly. Why did she want to get rid of the Temporal Disruption?”

Changli: “For someone with a terminal illness, they should hold onto any chance of survival—no matter how slim... Is that what you think? Maybe she's come to terms with her destiny, or maybe... she never planned on continuing to live like that forever.”

Xinyi: “Changli…”

Changli: “... Well, please pardon my baseless speculations.”

Rover: “About the anomalies in that area…”

Changli: “I knew you'd notice too. The frequency disturbance here is weak. It's similar to past Temporal Disruptions at Mt. Firmament, but not exactly the same. Master Xuanmiao's records show that this is where the game record last appeared. This is also where we found that explorer.”

Xinyi: “... As Changli mentioned, this anomaly may indeed have something to do with that legendary game record.”

Rover: “The complete Temporal Program indicated in that game record…”

Changli: “Exactly... If this were to be the case, then we are not the only ones searching for its whereabouts. The explorer did not tell us about his source of information. But his knowledge of Mt. Firmament far exceeds that of a first-time visitor.”

Xinyi: “You mean…”

Rover: “Something bigger is behind all of this. We need more information. Let's not act rashly.”

Xinyi: “Got it. The Midnight Rangers will block all entrances to the mountain for now. And Changli, you still have the power to send in garrison troops as needed.”

Changli: “We left Mt. Firmament in a hurry. I need to go back up the mountain and investigate further... I have some theories that could use confirmation. We're still unsure about the exact location and range of the Temporal Disruption. Regardless, its reappearance is a pressing issue that needs our attention.”

Rover: “I'm coming with you.”

Changli: “It may get dangerous.”

Rover: “I haven’t fulfilled my promise yet. Then having another person onboard makes it less dangerous.”

Changli: “Well then... Thank you, Rover.”

Xinyi: “Thank you again for your help. You were supposed to be here for a relaxing time... but it seems another crisis has popped up. Do take extra caution. Please inform us immediately if anything occurs. The Midnight Rangers are ready to aid you at any time. Take care.”