Chapter 505: Chapter 505: Mermaid’s Tear_1
This pearl was almost transparent, crystal-clear and exquisite, so much so that you could see the lines of your fingers through it. The shape, reminiscent of teardrops, was so elegant and perfect that it was irresistible.
Just as Qin Sisi was about to ask what kind of pearl this was, Ye You let out a sudden "meow" from one side.
Qin Sisi couldn’t help but blurt out, "Is this a mermaid’s tear?"
The captain looked at Qin Sisi in surprise and said, "You are very experienced, to be able to recognize the mermaid’s tear."
Qin Sisi glanced at Ye You somewhat sheepishly - she didn’t exactly recognize it but had simply guessed it.
Now that she knew the source of the pearl, her curiosity piqued, and she intently observed the pearl that she held in her palm. However, apart from its beautiful appearance, she couldn’t see anything particularly unique about it.
The captain, on the other hand, seemed to be attempting to show off his knowledge, rambling on, "That year, I set out to sea towards the south and was caught in a storm that blew my ship and myself to a small island, causing all of us to lose consciousness. When I woke up, I heard someone crying nearby.
Overcome by curiosity, I bravely followed the crying and eventually found that it was coming from behind a large rock.
I was just about to go over and take a look when a large fish leapt out from behind the rock, jumping several meters into the sea. I only caught a glimpse of its tail.
I found this pearl behind the rock. At the time, I didn’t know what it was. When the weather cleared up and my crew and I repaired the ship and returned to land, an experienced old fisherman told me that this was a mermaid’s tear.
He said this thing was extremely precious, but he didn’t know why. He made it sound so invaluable that I decided not to sell it and have kept it with me ever since..."
Qin Sisi looked at Ye You inquiringly, to which Ye You responded with a "meow" sound, suggesting, "Keep it, it’s important."
Qin Sisi nodded slightly and said to the captain, "Thank you for your generous gift, I really like it."
The captain chuckled and said, "As long as you like it, it’s good. After all, I can’t take it with me. It’s such a precious object, it can’t just sink into the sea."
Qin Sisi also smiled and said softly, "Captain, it’s getting late, can you provide the soul power now?"
From boarding the ship, to the battle, to burning the Ghost Ship, much time had passed and it was almost four a.m.
The captain’s smile faded, and he said earnestly, "I am willing to provide the soul power and I hope you keep your promise to help fulfill my wish."
Qin Sisi solemnly responded, "Definitely."
The captain kept silent for a moment, finally nodded resolutely as if making up his mind.
Seeing the captain’s agreement, Ye You quickly waved his paw and brought forth the Spirit Conversion Bottle.
With the deep blue night sky above and the dark sea below, the snow-white Spirit Conversion Bottle slowly rotated in the sky, emitting a faint glow.
The captain’s eight-limbed figure gradually became illusory and eventually transformed into a ball of black smoke that drifted into the Spirit Conversion Bottle.
Ye You put away the Spirit Conversion Bottle, and upon exchanging glances with Qin Sisi, both showed relieved smiles.
Ye You slowly waved his paw overhead, creating a translucent silver sphere that carried Qin Sisi back to their hotel.
Originally, Qin Sisi was very curious about the "Mermaid’s Tear" and wanted to ask Ye You for details, but Ye You insisted they first get some sleep and discuss it further after waking up.
Left with no choice, Qin Sisi took a bath in the bathroom and reluctantly lay down on the bed.
However, she quickly succumbed to exhaustion from staying up all night and the fatigue that came following a strenuous fight. Not long after lying down, she drifted off into slumber.
Ye You looked at Qin Sisi, sleeping soundly, and sighed lovingly. Despite being incredibly exhausted, she was still adamant about investigating the "Mermaid’s Tear".
Ye You’s fluffy paw rested lightly on Qin Sisi’s hair, and he gently kissed her soft lips before curling up beside her and falling asleep.
After waking up the next day and eating breakfast, the pair made a brief plan for their future actions.
The Ghost Ship matter had been resolved, and since they were strangers in X City, they may not be able to find other ghosts. Therefore, they decided to return to S City, see if the Yellow Cat family had any clues, and ask Boss Zheng if there was anything they could help with.
Therefore, Qin Sisi bought a ticket online to return to S City the next day.
After all these arrangements, Qin Sisi finally said to Ye You, "Now can you tell me about the mermaid’s tear?"
Ye You’s eyes flickered, perhaps Qin Sisi hadn’t noticed, but when she spoke to Ye You, her tone was filled with fondness and reliance.
Ye You nodded and set himself more comfortably on the bed, saying very seriously, "Yes. I was planning to tell you earlier, and there’s something even more important I need to tell you."
Qin Sisi’s eyes lit up. Ye You was not one to play mysterious games. If he said it was important, then it must be a big deal. But from the look in his eyes, it didn’t seem like bad news, so it should be something good, right?
Qin Sisi sat opposite Ye You, looked at him and said softly, "Go ahead, I’m all ears."
Her bright, shiny eyes made Ye You’s heart flutter. He looked down and took a moment to gather his thoughts, cleared his throat and said, "Mermaids are a species that live deep in the sea. They have humanoid upper bodies and fishtails. Both males and females have beautiful appearances, hence they are also called Mermaids.
Mermaids seldom leave the ocean. Only in special circumstances will they swim up to the surface. Only when they leave the sea, the tears they shed turn into transparent pearls.
However, most pearls formed from mermaid’s tears are round. Teardrop-shaped ones are rare. The one the captain gave you is indeed a rare gem."
Qin Sisi took out the delicate small coin purse and inspected the "Mermaid’s Tear" once again. Looking at its legendary origin and beautiful appearance, she sighed and said, "I’ve read stories about mermaids in novels, but I didn’t think they existed in the real world."
Ye You softly said, "The world is big and full of wonders. No one can fully understand all the wonders it holds."
Qin Sisi nodded in agreement. While she loved the elegant and crystalline teardrop pearl, she pragmatically asked, "Apart from being beautiful, does this pearl have any other uses?"
Ye You smiled, "This is exactly the more important thing I wanted to tell you. A mermaid’s tear, shed under the moonlight and carrying the essence of the moon and the ocean, is the best item to activate water attribute magic."
Qin Sisi was both shocked and excited. Although she had learned magic in theory, in practice she knew only two fire magic skills. Every time she saw Ye You using various powerful magic skills, she felt a pang of envy.
