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?"

slightly. "To listen to

the zither

many already participating in the challenge, and the melodic sound of the zither resonated from

harmonious notes

the zither shop owner, guided Violeta and Kaylee in

for a few minutes, they indeed felt

a small waterfall, or rather, a slightly higher

for them, where Violeta posed

her hands, like

photographer applauded. "You're absolutely right! Wait here,

down his

he returned, holding a zither in one

zither, and you'll

passed the zither to Violeta, who accepted it and promptly found a seat, setting the

The zither appeared notably

cloud totem carved along its side. As

of the Battle" and

photographer had borrowed the shop owner's

it cautiously to avoid any mishaps near

by rearranging rocks, setting up equipment, finding the optimal angle, and ultimately

strum a few times. It's alright if you're not a musician. Just focus on capturing the essence, keeping your movements natural." Kaylee couldn't play the lute. She was a spirited and adventurous woman-where would she

unsure of where to position

experience, attempted to pluck a few notes, producing a crisp

a few random notes, which stirred

melancholy

The photographer clicked away.