Uriel's playing became more and more stable, and his expression became more relaxed.
Normally speaking, this should be a good result. However, Luigi didn't relax at all. In fact, he looked even more serious than before. It was as if Luigi believed that the calm before him was only a way to suppress the coming storm.
And Luigi wasn't wrong.
Uriel's performance did not go smoothly until the end. Towards the end of the performance, Uriel's mood suddenly became impassioned.
His face was unusually red, and blue veins were bulging on his neck.
Thump, thump, thump —
Uriel seemed to be using up all his strength with each hit.
Such agitation was completely different from his previous calm. If Luigi let his guard down, he would have panicked.
If Luigi made a mistake, all his previous efforts would be in vain, and he would fail the main quest.
However, Luigi's caution saved him from this crisis.
The soothing notes melded into the agitated music and turned into a cool breeze that blew away the restless fog. Then they turned into a pair of soft hands that soothed Uriel's agitation.
Slowly, the music resonated with each other, and with a lingering melody that was as gentle as a nocturne, the passionate conversation ended.
Accompanied by the ending sound, Luigi let out a long breath and looked up at the attic window.
At that moment, Uriel stood up and looked at Luigi from his vantage point.
The attic and the outside world were in two different dimensions. But now, because of Luigi and Uriel's eyes, the two dimensions merged together.
[Main Quest 1 of the special dream "Uriel's Choice": Solve Uriel's problem with music. ]
[The attic has been opened. ]
[You will begin Main Quest 2 after entering the attic. ]
A stream of information appeared in front of Luigi's eyes, and Angor quickly displayed it in the live broadcast room.
"So there's more than one quest," Glepnir muttered.
"I wonder how difficult Main Quest 2 will be."
If it was too difficult, Luigi would have to stay in the dungeon for a long time again.
While they were wondering what the second main mission was, Luigi had already strode to the front door of the double-story attic. Previously, the door to the pavilion had been locked and it was impossible to enter. However, at this moment, the door was pushed open with a light push.
They could clearly see the interior of the attic. It was slightly messy, but judging from the music scores that had fallen on the ground, the piano-themed oil paintings hanging on the wall, and the costumes on the clothes rack, it was obvious that this was an artist's room.
Luigi walked into the house with curiosity and anticipation.
The moment Luigi stepped into the attic, a new stream of information appeared before his eyes.
[Special Dreamscape "Uriel's Choice" Main Mission 2: Talk to Uriel. "
"Please note that Uriel will enter the dreamland state during Main Mission 2. "
[Please note that every word you say may affect the subsequent development of the plot. "
[Main Mission 2 is about to begin. "
[Countdown: 1: 59]
[Countdown: 1: 58]
"..."
Angor also showed them the information. Everyone was puzzled when they saw it.
Speaking with Uriel, this mission was not too surprising. To help Uriel make a decision, music alone was not enough. Deep communication was needed. Therefore, it made sense that there was a communication type mission.
During the communication process, everything one said or did would affect Uriel's final decision, which would also affect the subsequent development of the plot.
The only thing that puzzled them was what the Wonderland prompt meant by the "dream" state.
Both Laplace and Glepnir looked at Angor. If there was anyone here who could answer this question, it would be Angor.
Even Luigi, who was in the live broadcast, quickly said, "I know you've seen my performance. If you want to praise me, wait until I come out. Now, help me take a look. Main Mission 2 said that Uriel will enter the 'dream' state. What does' dream 'mean? Hurry up, the mission will start in a minute and a half. "
Everyone looked at Angor. Angor sighed helplessly. "I don't know what 'dreamland' is either. If I have time, I can look it up …"
But he did not have time right now.
"What should I do then?" Luigi asked.
Angor considered. "I don't think it will affect you much even if you don't know what 'dreamland' is. Your mission is to talk to Uriel. "
"What should I tell him then?" Luigi asked again.
"Have you forgotten why you chose to enter this dungeon in the first place? Just tell him what you think. The result doesn't matter. "
Luigi really wanted to tell Angor that he cared a lot about the result. He didn't want to waste the effort he had put into the "sea of questions" these days.
But in the end, Luigi decided not to say it.
For one thing, the countdown was about to end. For another, he knew Angor could not help him much. Back then, he had given up on the invitation letter from the Sunshine Circus and changed it to the recommendation letter from the clown. Wasn't it because the recommendation letter said, "Let you step onto the most dazzling stage?"
Of all the people here, he was the only one who wanted to reach the stage. Therefore, this could only be his battlefield.
Whether or not he could follow the recommendation letter and step onto the most dazzling stage would depend on his performance in the second main mission.
When the countdown reached zero, the second Main Mission began.
At the same time, Luigi heard footsteps coming from the stairs of the attic.
He looked back and saw Uriel coming down from the second floor. Uriel rubbed his temples and walked to the sofa covered with dirty clothes.
Uriel moved the dirty clothes aside and sat on the sofa. He leaned his head against the back of the sofa and covered his eyes with an arm. He looked depressed.
Luigi was still thinking about how to talk to Uriel. He did not expect that Uriel would not react to him even though he saw him.
Not only that, Uriel also looked very strange.
He looked like he was in a daze, and the aura around him was very obvious. This state was more like a drunk person than a sober person.
This was definitely not normal.
In the first Main Mission, Uriel's mind was still clear even though his mind was in a mess.
A few minutes ago, when Uriel and Luigi looked at each other, Uriel was still sober. But now, in less than two minutes, such a change had occurred. Obviously, something was wrong.
Was this the state of "dreaming" mentioned in the Wonderland?
At first glance, Uriel really did look like he was "daydreaming" or "sleepwalking". He did not care about the outside world at all. Even if there was an extra person in the house, he did not care.
As Luigi thought to himself, Uriel suddenly opened his mouth. "What should I choose?"
Uriel's voice was thick and muffled, as if he was sleep-talking.
Luigi did not know if Uriel was talking to him, but he knew it was an opening. He said without hesitation, "The choice depends on your heart. Most of the time, it's because you've been blinded by the choice in your heart. "
Luigi threw out a universal sentence, waiting to see how Uriel would respond.
Uriel continued to speak in a sleeptalking voice. "My heart? My heart is a mess. Even a master hypnotist would not be able to see my heart, let alone myself. "
Luigi said, "If you can't make a choice in your heart, why don't you say it out loud and let someone else help you? For example, me."
Uriel covered his eyes with his arm. He did not look in Luigi's direction at all. Instead, he mumbled in his sleep, "I have two stages in front of me. One is destined to shine, and the other is destined to leave in defeat. Which stage do you think I should go to?"
Following Uriel's question, a stream of information appeared in front of Luigi.
[Please note that every word you say may affect the subsequent development of the plot. ]
Luigi had already seen this message before. But now, it appeared on its own, as if it was reminding him that the following conversation was very important.
Choosing the stage that was destined to shine or the stage that was destined to leave in disappointment would lead to a completely different story.
At this moment, Luigi was also at a loss.
Normally speaking, he would choose the stage that shone brightly. But why was there such a strange choice?
The stage that was destined to leave in disappointment? Why would he choose this stage if he knew he was going to leave in disappointment? Was there some unspeakable story behind this stage?
While Luigi was lost in his thoughts, Angor and the others were also discussing this option outside the dungeon.
"What would you choose if you were in my shoes?" Angor looked at Laplace and Glepnir.
Laplace answered without hesitation, "The stage that is destined to leave in disappointment."
Glepnir agreed. "I would choose this stage as well."
"Why?"
"A stage that shines doesn't appeal to me at all. But a stage that is destined to leave in disappointment … I might get to watch a good show. "
To put it bluntly, he just wanted to enjoy the show.
A stage that shone brightly was just like an ordinary life in Laplace's eyes. As for a stage that was destined to leave in disappointment, he did not know why it would leave in disappointment. It was like seeing an unknown possibility in a boring life.
"I just don't like the stage. What about you? You haven't told me your choice yet," Glepnir said.
Angor considered for a moment. "If I were you, I'd probably choose the stage that is destined to leave in disappointment if there's no clear threat and because of my rebellious nature."
"It's simple. There's an unusual option among the normal options. Isn't it tempting people to choose it?"
Since there was no threat in this option, Angor decided to choose the unusual one.
Of course, the unusual option had to follow the logic of the Wonderland dungeon.
If the options were: 1. A stage destined to shine; 2. A stage destined to leave in disappointment; 3. A mushroom boiled in wine.
No matter how rebellious he was, he still had to follow the rules, and this dungeon had nothing to do with food.
"But our choices don't count. Let's see what Luigi chooses. Will Luigi choose the stage that is destined to leave in disappointment?"
Angor looked at Laplace and Glepnir.
Laplace did not say anything, but Glepnir spoke first. "I know Luigi. He'll choose the stage that is dazzling."
Angor agreed. Luigi entered Uriel's dungeon to pursue a dazzling stage.
Besides, for all performers who loved the stage, leaving in disappointment would be the biggest failure in their lives. Without any other conditions, choosing this option would be an insult to their profession.
While they were having a heated discussion, on the other side, Luigi finally spoke after pondering for a while.
To their surprise, Luigi did not make his choice right away. Instead, he asked, "If we're destined to leave in disappointment, why put it in the options?"
Luigi did not know if Uriel would answer, but he would feel uncomfortable if he did not ask.
If you know you can't do it, why not? Why did you have to put it in the options? What's the special reason?
Uriel considered for a moment before he mumbled, "Why? Heh … Because it's the stage of dreams. "
"The stage of dreams? Why is it called the stage of dreams? " Luigi was confused. If the stage destined to leave in disappointment was the stage of dreams, then what was the stage destined to shine?
But this time, Uriel did not speak. He just slumped on the sofa and looked confused.
Luigi knew he could not get any other answers. It was time for him to make a choice.
The stage destined to shine, or the stage destined to leave in disappointment?
If it were before, Luigi would choose the dazzling stage. He came to this dungeon to pursue the dazzling stage.
But after hearing Uriel's words, he changed his mind a little.
"If it were me, I'd choose the stage of dreams. There are many dazzling stages, but only a few can be called the stage of dreams. " Luigi continued, "If I can really get on the stage of dreams, I won't regret it even if I have to leave in disappointment. Besides, if it's a stage, there must be performances that lose their luster or shine brightly. Why am I destined to be a dull performer? Maybe I can show a dazzling performance on the stage of dreams as well? "
Uriel heard Luigi's answer and suddenly laughed out loud. "You're so naïve.
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"Since I've already said that this is a stage that is destined to leave in disappointment, then it will definitely leave in disappointment. There is no other choice."
Luigi frowned. "Is there some under-the-table manipulation?"
Uriel shook his head. "Since it's the stage of dreams, there can't be any discord."
Luigi said, "If it's a fair stage, why can't you think about success? Why do you always think about failure? Besides, you keep attacking your self-confidence. Even if you succeed, you will fail in the end.
"Besides, if you think you're destined to leave in disappointment when you're alone, then what if there are two people? If you add me and we go to the stage of dreams together, will there be a new turn for the so-called destined? "
。 Le Wen
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