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?"

smiled slightly. "To listen to the

reached the zither shop, named Spring

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

harmonious notes

with the zither shop owner, guided Violeta

minutes, they

waterfall, or rather, a slightly

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

hands, like a flute or a zither,

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

down his

returned, holding a zither in one hand and a lute in

you'll play the zither, and you'll handle

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

The zither appeared notably

paulownia wood body and the intricate auspicious cloud totem carved along its side. As she delicately plucked

as Melody of the Battle"

if the photographer had borrowed the

cautiously to avoid any mishaps near the

photographer busied himself by rearranging rocks, setting up equipment, finding the optimal angle, and ultimately selecting

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

uncertainly, unsure of where to position her

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

random notes, which

melancholy crept into

The photographer clicked away.