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Chapter 229: Fake Becomes Reality (5)

Seeing this, Slippery Tongue secretly rejoiced in his heart. The two brothers felt that their scam seemed to have ushered in a glimmer of hope. Slippery Tongue quickly struck while the iron was hot and continued to persuade Applejack with his slick tone, as if opening a new door of cognition for her.

"Look, Applejack, we're not really trying to deceive you. The magic water may not be as magical as the legend says, but it does give Granny Smith a new beginning, a chance to regain her happiness and confidence. Think about it, isn't this the best 'treatment'? Do you really want to be the pony that deprives everyone of their happiness?" There was a hint of sincerity in Flamboyant's words, as if he was really thinking about everyone's happiness.

As she spoke, Flamboyant handed Applejack a bottle of freshly brewed magic water. The liquid in the bottle glowed attractively under the dim light, as if it really contained some magical power. Applejack hesitated for a moment, but still took the bottle of magic water, her eyes flashing with complex emotions.

At this moment, Apple Bloom also hurried here, her face full of anxiety and confusion. She looked around, but did not find the actor pony, which made her even more uneasy.

"Oh, Applejack, there you are! I've been looking for you everywhere!" Apple Bloom gasped.

"I couldn't find where the pony went. Have you figured out what the magic water is now?" Her eyes were full of anticipation and curiosity.

At this time, the two smooth-talking brothers signaled Applejack with their eyes, asking her to make a choice. Applejack hesitated for a moment, then slowly spoke: "To be honest... Apple Bloom, as long as it works... I don't think it matters what it is." There was a hint of helplessness and compromise in her voice.

Apple Bloom was stunned for a moment, then nodded gently: "Well, if you don't think it's a big deal, then I don't think it's a big deal either. After all, Granny Smith does seem to be happier because of the magic water." There was a hint of relief and acceptance in her voice.

Afterwards, Applejack and Apple Bloom left the circus in the eyes of the two brothers, Slippery and expectant. Their figures gradually disappeared into the night, leaving behind a quiet and empty stage. And Sparkle followed them as it should. He couldn't let Applejack think that he was really in the same group with Slippery. After all, in her eyes, Slippery was a liar and a bad horse, while he was an instructor and a good horse. If he stayed with Slippery at this time, it would only cause trouble.

"Applejack, so... you just believed them so easily?" Sparkling Red Crystal followed and asked in confusion. There was a hint of disbelief in his tone, as if he couldn't understand why Applejack made such a choice.

"Shimmering Red Crystal? Why did you follow me?" Applejack looked back in surprise. She didn't expect Shimmering Red Crystal to appear at this time.

"You two are walking back at night, aren't you worried about encountering any danger? I'll go with you, and we can go to the residence in Ponyville to pack up our things on the way." Shining Red Crystal explained, and he also showed the black weapon on his waist, which was a small and exquisite pistol, enough to deal with some emergencies.

"Okay, then you can follow me... but... you really don't have to organize those physical training?" Applejack was still full of doubts. She looked at Shimmering Red Crystal, trying to find some clues from his expression. He just said he was going to reveal some scam, but now he followed her, which made her feel a little puzzled.

After hesitating for a while, Shimmering Chijing thought about it. Should he say that this was arranged by Teacher Luoshu for him to play this role? But if he said that, would it be considered a direct failure of the mission? But... listen to Granny Smith dare to jump into a baking pan filled with water from a height of six floors... And she is already old now. If she is asked to do this again... wouldn't it be...

Shining Chijing didn't dare to think about the next scene. Moreover, judging from the current situation, the general hint given by Teacher Luo Shu was not completely accurate. Some details were not included... What if some unpredictable variables appeared and Granny Smith was really injured? What should I do...

Flashing Chijing thought again at this moment... Would this be another test from Teacher Luoshu, a test for him to choose between a task that has become uncertain whether he can complete and the pony's life?

So... what did Mr. Luo Shu expect him to choose... Since he didn't want to become what he would be like in the future, he couldn't be rigid and had to be flexible. And... since he wanted to try to change the future, he should choose the good option... Be honest...?

Twinkling Red Crystal had made up his mind. He took a deep breath and began to slowly explain to Applejack: "Actually... I don't know much about what Mr. Luoshu has arranged. He seems to be planning some big plans to do this..." Twinkling Red Crystal also confirmed that Mr. Luoshu must have had his own long-term plans.

He paused, as if organizing his words, and then continued: "He asked me to release Slippery Tongue from prison and let them start fraud again, specifically the magic water fraud. Then... he asked me to follow the story outline he set... and follow some process. Anyway, it seems that you will get something in the end..."

At this point, Shining Crimson Crystal's tone became somewhat hesitant and uneasy: "But... I don't think this is a good idea. Because Teacher Luo Shu may want to test my flexibility in decision-making rather than my ability to follow the task... And it wouldn't be good if something happened to Granny Smith. Why don't you tell Granny Smith the truth? If the price of her happiness is her own horse's injury, then that price is too high..."

Sparkling Red Crystal's eyes were full of sincerity and worry. He seemed to have confirmed his guess and choice. He hoped that Applejack could understand his thoughts and make the right decision together.

"Well... you are right. What you said does fit Luo Shu's logic of doing things without paying attention to order and reason, but still doing the right thing... So, I still have to tell Granny Smith..."

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