Ling Xue, Ling Na, the children, and their nannies were awestruck by the breathtaking scenery upon their arrival in Dali. Under the blue sky and fluffy clouds, the majestic Cangshan Mountain stood tall, while the shimmering Erhai Lake added to the charm of the ancient town, which radiated a unique allure.
As they strolled through the streets of Dali, they felt the gentle breeze on their faces and the warm sunlight on their skin. The children gazed around with excitement, their eyes filled with curiosity about everything they saw.
Ling Xue and Ling Na decided to visit Dali Ancient Town first to learn about its rich history and culture. Along the streets of the ancient town, various shops lined up, selling local handicrafts and specialty snacks. They entered a craft store where the enthusiastic owner introduced them to an array of silver jewelry and wooden carvings.
The children were captivated by the dazzling array of products, especially the colorful ethnic costumes and toys. Ling Xue and Ling Na selected a few exquisite pieces of silver jewelry as souvenirs and also picked out some traditional outfits for the children, hoping they could experience the local culture.
After leaving the ancient town, they headed to a small town by Erhai Lake, planning to spend a leisurely afternoon there. The cafes in the town were built by the water's edge, where they could sip rich coffee while enjoying the beautiful views of Erhai. Ling Xue and Ling Na sat in a café, relishing this rare moment of tranquility, while the children played on the sandy beach, their laughter echoing around them.
As the sun began to set, painting the sky in golden hues, Dali Ancient Town and Erhai were enveloped in this warm glow. Ling Xue and Ling Na took a stroll along the beach with the children, savoring this peaceful and beautiful moment.
As night fell and stars twinkled in Dali's sky, Ling Xue and Ling Na decided to take the children out to experience the local nightlife. They arrived at a bustling night market filled with bright lights and stalls brimming with various goods and delicious food.
The children eagerly darted through the night market, their curiosity piqued by every stall they encountered. Ling Xue and Ling Na smiled as they watched their children enjoy themselves. They bought some local grilled skewers and snacks for the kids to try different flavors.
The atmosphere of the night market was vibrant, featuring street performers and traditional ethnic music. Ling Xue and Ling Na were deeply captivated by an old artist's singing—a song about Dali's history that resonated with love and reverence for this land.
As night deepened, they returned to their accommodation with satisfied hearts. The children quickly fell asleep in their warm beds while Ling Xue and Ling Na reminisced under the moonlight about all they had seen that day, filled with gratitude and nostalgia for Dali.
Just as Ling Na drifted into a deep sleep and Ling Xue found herself in a half-dream state, a cold mechanical voice from the system suddenly echoed in her mind: "Host, please proceed immediately to Siam Illusion Realm."
Upon hearing this, Ling Xue furrowed her brows tightly as waves of dissatisfaction surged within her. She silently complained that it was late at night; she had just endured a long journey to this unfamiliar place without even having time to rest properly.
Moreover, it had been ages since this system had issued any tasks; it felt as if she had been forgotten as its host. Now, out of nowhere came this urgent mission without even a moment's preparation.
Ling Xue irritably communicated with the system in her mind: "Why do I have to go right now when it's so late? I haven't even familiarized myself with this place yet! Can't we delay it a bit?"
The system's emotionless voice responded again; it seemed patient but carried an undeniable firmness: "Host, you must actively seek out areas that may contain energy. This lax attitude will hinder your growth. Systematic exploration has indicated that there is likely a significant amount of special energy in Siam Illusion Realm. This is your best opportunity for exploration; if you continue to delay, those precious resources may dissipate or fall into others' hands. Please do not make any more excuses; set off immediately."
Ling Xue bit her lip; although she remained reluctant inside, she understood that tasks from the system were typically unavoidable.
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