Phoenix Rising: From Heartache to Heroism

Chapter 248 The Photoshoot

While walking along the road, they attracted a lot of attention wherever they went.

Nearby, atop the stone bridge, Nolan and two student council members were using bamboo sticks to aid in recovering hats that had dropped into the lake.

"Nolan, take a look over here."

Nolan glanced sideways and spotted Violeta strolling amidst the crowd with a photographer.

She adorned a light blue traditional outfit, her hair casually fastened with a ribbon. Her complexion gleamed under the sun, and a faint smile played in her eyes as she conversed with Kaylee. The photographer ahead was energetically directing their movements as well.

In the midst of the crowd, they were the sole wearers of traditional outfits, thus standing out and garnering considerable attention.

"Where did they find those outfits? They look quite impressive. At first glance, I thought she was an actress."

"I recall there's a traditional costume shop nearby. Perhaps they borrowed them from there?"

"It might not be. I recall that traditional costume shop doesn't actually rent out clothing ...

Nolan stayed quiet, tuning in to their conversation nearby. He shifted his gaze away and resumed fishing hats from the lake. Eventually, he snagged one and passed it to the individual beside him, murmuring, "Don't throw things around next time."

"Thanks, Nolan!"

"No need for thanks," Nolan replied.

He stepped away from the bridge with the bamboo stick in hand.

The two student council members caught up from behind, "Nolan, where are you headed?"

"To listen to

the zither shop,

gathered outside, with many already participating in the challenge, and

discordant and harmonious notes

shop owner, guided

few minutes, they indeed felt a refreshing

small waterfall, or rather, a

an ideal spot for them, where Violeta posed for several photos, yet the photographer

casually suggested, "I think Vio could hold something in her hands, like a flute or a zither, in

"You're absolutely right! Wait here,

his backpack and dashed

returned, holding a zither in one

the zither, and you'll handle the

it and promptly found a seat, setting the instrument on

The zither appeared notably

Violeta identifying its high-grade paulownia wood body and the intricate auspicious cloud totem carved along its side. As she delicately plucked the strings, the sound resonated with clarity and strength, ideal for

of

if the photographer had borrowed

handle it cautiously to avoid any

finding the optimal angle, and ultimately selecting a superb shooting perspective. "This

on capturing the essence, keeping your movements natural." Kaylee couldn't

held the lute uncertainly, unsure of where to position

previous experience, attempted to pluck a

notes, which stirred memories deep

of melancholy crept into

The photographer clicked away.