Chapter 1, Story Meeting

A voice filled with extreme anger suddenly echoed in the courtyard: "Young Master! Where have you gone again?"

Having lived in the Earl's residence for a long time, although the old lady appears cold on the outside yet is warm-hearted, and deeply cares for him, the maids and servants do not treat him differently because of his status as an illegitimate child. However, the pain of having no one to communicate with still leaves him somewhat dissatisfied

The young boy shrugged and said, "No, there isn't."

The residents who originally lived in Danzhou Port did not feel that their lives had changed significantly. Although their income had decreased somewhat, His Majesty the Emperor had long since exempted this area from several years of taxation, so life was still manageable. Moreover, this seaport is very beautiful, and it has become quieter now, making it even more suitable for people to live in

Then? Then... naturally, it means returning to the human world. The little boy pouted, seemingly impatient that the older boys beside him would actually ask such a foolish question

In a previous life, while receiving treatment in the hospital, I was still able to move my head in the early stages, so I often pleaded with the lovely nurse to buy me some pirated DVDs and books to read.

"Hey!" The little boy named Fan Xian raised his middle finger at the older children around him, saying, "Fighting and killing are unhealthy; digging for treasures and books everywhere is not environmentally friendly!"

Could one really tell the maid that they are a person from another world? Could one really inform the teacher that they can actually recognize all the characters in this book?

Danzhou Port is located to the east of Qingguo. Although it is adjacent to the sea, the recent construction of several ports in the south has led to the anticipated maritime routes to the west already being connected. As a result, the country's trade focus has shifted to the south. This port has gradually shown signs of decline, and the once bustling port has become quiet several years ago.

This is the fourth year since Fan Shen came into this world. Over these years, he has finally understood that he is not dreaming; he has truly arrived in an unknown world. This world seems to be the same as the one in his memories, yet it also appears to have many differences.

However, children do not understand these things

What do you all like to listen to

The little boy named Fan Xian stood up from the stone steps, brushed off the dust from his bottom, and turned to run into the courtyard. Just before closing the door, his pair of bright and lively eyes glanced at the young blind shopkeeper across the street, revealing a complex expression that was entirely inconsistent with his age, and then he gently closed the wooden door

Indeed, doesn't Truman want to take out his anger on that Hani by giving him a good beating? He has been locked up like this for many years

Just like Truman

But he still spoke

But Fan Shen, no, it should be Fan Xian... He knows that he is not Truman, and this world indeed exists in reality, not just a large film set

Because deep within his heart, there is always a sense of absurdity; he is clearly a person destined to die, so why has he suddenly been reborn in this body? ... One cannot help but think of that movie ... ? ... Perhaps, the people before him, these streets, and the seagulls flying in the sky are all arranged by someone?

However, his appearance is that of a small child, so it is entirely impossible for him to express any opposition through words

The children, forming a circle, imitated him by raising their middle fingers as well, but the larger number made it appear much more spectacular. In unison, they exclaimed, "Hmph!" and then dispersed with cheerful laughter

This name is not good; it sounds very much like a curse from his original hometown—"criminal suspect"

The Journey of the Floating Immortals

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Thus, occasionally, some prominent figures choose to build their estates here

It seems he wants to use this to remind himself of something, to remind himself that he does not belong to this world, that in his own world there are movies, the internet, and YY novels

Is it possible? Are we really not going to do that something something Hani...

Upon looking closer, I discovered a rather interesting scene; it turned out that these youths were all listening to a child who was only about four or five years old speaking

Over the years, he has gradually become accustomed to his identity. Although it is said that the soul of an adult is trapped in the body of a child, experiencing entirely different sensations both physiologically and psychologically, a normal person would likely go mad. However, coincidentally, Fan Shen in his previous life was a patient with myasthenia gravis, having lain in a hospital bed for many years. Now, he is merely somewhat physically limited, which, compared to the tragic circumstances of his past life, is not much at all. Therefore, residing in this child's body does not cause him much discomfort.

On this day, the weather was pleasant and sunny. The adults sat in the tavern, enjoying the salty and humid breeze brought by the sea, savoring the salted plums and the drinks in their cups

It is said that the elderly lady is the mother of the Earl of Sinan in the capital, having chosen to retire here. The residents of the city are well aware that the Earl of Sinan seems to be highly regarded by His Majesty the Emperor, and has not been assigned elsewhere in accordance with the law, but instead remains in the Ministry of Finance in the capital. Therefore, most people show sufficient courtesy and respect towards that courtyard

Truman ultimately discovered the falsehood of the world he inhabited, and thus resolutely set sail, finding his way to the exit

"The Elegance of Things"

"Hani is dead," another boy responded.

Thus, he realized that telling stories every day to remind himself that he is a person from another world is, in itself, a rather absurd act

The most unsuitable aspect is actually his current name. When he was one year old, the Earl of Kyoto sent a letter, giving him the name: Fan Xian, courtesy name Anzhi

He merely sighed, gesturing with his small arm: "It is said that Truman walked to the wall, discovered a ladder there, and thus climbed up step by step, eventually finding the door, and then pushed it open..."

Until today, I do not know why he spoke about the movie "The Truman Show." The plot of this film is somewhat dull, and without Jim Carrey there to play the charming role, he should be well aware that these teenagers from Danzhou Port could not possibly like it

There is also a group of teenagers, around a dozen or so, gathered around the back steps of the Earl's residence in the southwest of the city, densely packed, and it is unclear what they are doing

What comes next

By eavesdropping on the conversations of the servants in the count's mansion, he finally understood his identity; he was, in fact, the illegitimate son of the Count of Sinan in Kyoto

The young boy is exceptionally handsome, with eyebrows like paintings and eyes that are remarkably bright. His voice still retains a childish quality, yet his manner of speaking is surprisingly mature and serious.

"Oh! This is really dull, Young Master Fan Xian. Today's story is not as captivating as the ones from the previous days"

However, due to the considerable distance from the capital, there are not many officials who have truly remained, and the only ones that can barely be counted are the elderly lady in the courtyard to the west of the city.

Like any typical drama of aristocratic feuds, the identity of a love child easily attracts the malice of aunts and other relatives. It seems that my so-called father has only me as his son. In order to continue the lineage of the Earl, I was sent to the distant port of Danzhou, far from the capital.

The seagull soars freely, no longer disturbed by those detestable sailors.

Thus, he often sneaked out of the side door of the count's mansion to play with the children of the commoners on the street, more often telling them stories about the movies and novels from his own world