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

zither shop,

had gathered outside, with many already participating in the challenge, and the melodic sound of the zither resonated from one

and harmonious notes

shop owner, guided Violeta and Kaylee in through

few minutes, they indeed

was a small waterfall, or rather, a

Violeta posed for several photos, yet the

Vio could hold something in her hands, like a flute or a zither, in a very traditional

"You're absolutely right! Wait here, I'll go fetch the

down his backpack

he returned, holding a zither in one hand

the zither,

who accepted it and

The zither appeared notably

cloud totem carved along its side. As she delicately plucked the strings, the sound resonated with clarity and

such as Melody of the Battle" and

had borrowed

it cautiously to avoid any mishaps near

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

You two, hold the lute and 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

held the lute uncertainly, unsure of

with her previous experience, attempted to pluck a few notes, producing

plucked a few random notes, which

melancholy crept into

The photographer clicked away.