I am the Entertainment Tycoon-Chapter 935: Optical Illusion

The inn's unique architecture extended to its north wing, which mirrored the overall triangular form of the main building. This meant the north wing's floor plan was also shaped like a triangle. Unlike wings with more complex layouts, this particular section featured a single, elongated hallway. Crucially, this hallway was situated along the outer edge of the triangular shape. This strategic placement meant that one side of the hallway offered an unobstructed and truly breathtaking vista of the magnificent Heartwood Mountains.

Since Kaori and the girls were on the first floor of the inn, their immediate entry into the north wing hallway provided them with this spectacular mountain panorama. The actual rooms within the north wing occupied the inner, smaller triangular space. Despite the overall triangular configuration of the north wing, the girls observed three distinct doors along the outer hallway. These doors led into individual rooms. The intelligent deduction was that, to maintain the triangular symmetry and maximize usable space, there were likely an equal number of rooms situated on the opposite side of the inner triangle. This arrangement, with rooms radiating from a central point and a generous hallway with a view, suggested that the north wing, despite its unusual shape, was a surprisingly spacious and comfortable area, well-suited for accommodation.

"It seems Woodwright built himself a cozy place to live," Sam said with a smile.

"This place is so awesome!" Lauren commented.

"Let's start searching, girls!" Kaori said with a motivated expression.

Woodwright had to have hidden a clue in his living quarters, right?

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Yona, the inn staff employee whose specific role was to assist them with their search, soon opened the door of the first room they were to investigate. This was a pivotal moment in their quest, and Yona's helpful demeanor was a welcome presence.

As soon as they stepped inside, their attention was immediately drawn to an extraordinary feature of the door. It wasn't just an ordinary portal; this door possessed the remarkable ability to extend itself outwards. This wasn't a simple swing; rather, it was a smooth, mechanical unfolding, creating an opening that was unusually wide and unobstructed. The result was a breathtaking, panoramic vista, offering an unimpeded view of the majestic mountains that lay beyond the inn. The sheer scale of this opening was designed to maximize the connection between the interior and the stunning natural landscape.

Sayuri, ever observant, was quick to notice this unique architectural detail. Her curiosity piqued, she turned to Yona and inquired, "Yona-san, do all the doors in this particular section of the inn open like that?" She was clearly intrigued by the deliberate design choice.

Yona, with a confident and informative reply, confirmed her observation. "Yes, that's correct," she explained. "And in the main bedroom, located right at the very tip of the triangular structure, it's even possible to retract both entire wall sections. When we arrive there, I'll be sure to show you girls this remarkable feature." Her words hinted at even more astonishing designs yet to be revealed.

The girls, absorbing this new information, nodded in understanding and agreement. They then resumed their systematic search within the room, their focus shifting back to the task at hand. As they meticulously examined the room, their keen eyes began to detect subtle markings on various surfaces. They noticed faint, almost imperceptible stains of paint scattered across different areas. These traces were so subtle, so diluted by the passage of many long years and the countless thorough cleanings the room must have endured, that they would have escaped the notice of an ordinary observer. However, the girls, with their specialized knowledge and sharp perception, could clearly discern that at some point in the past, this very room had been the site of creative endeavors by someone with a profound passion for painting.

The discovery of these faint but undeniable paint remnants caused a palpable surge of excitement among the girls. Their eyes lit up with realization and dawning understanding.

"Could this room be..." Sayuri began, her voice filled with hopeful anticipation, dangling the thought before her companions.

"The Woodwright's dedicated painting studio!" Lauren exclaimed, her voice ringing with a triumphant certainty that completed Sayuri's thought. The name "Woodwright" clearly held significant meaning in their investigation.

"It's not just a possibility; it's highly probable," Sam interjected, her tone laced with a sense of awe and wonder. "It's quite conceivable that the very painting we discovered out in the forest – the one that sparked this whole investigation – was created right here, in this very same room!"

"Alright, let's not waste any time!" Kaori argued with determined energy, her practical nature taking over. "We need to search every single inch of this space. Even if we don't find any direct clues related to our primary objective, there's a high chance we could uncover other valuable artifacts or information that could prove useful!" With that declaration, she immediately began to meticulously analyze some of the intricate ornaments adorning the walls, her sharp intellect already at work.

And after 5 minutes of a thorough search, they heard Sam calling, "Hey, girls, I found some flower details here on this pillar."

The four girls soon gathered around her and noticed that there were indeed flower details on this pillar. But after pressing every inch of the pillar to see if there was any trigger like the one they found in the abandoned cabin, they were disappointed as they didn't find anything out of the ordinary.

"Let's take a picture of this and continue our search in the other rooms. It seems that Woodwright didn't hide anything here." Kaori suggested.

The girls nodded in agreement, and soon they entered the next room. However, unfortunately, they again found nothing, not even the flower details like those found in the painting studio.

The four girls were soon about to search the last room on this side of the wing, which was also the room at the tip of the triangle. The room, which had both sidewalls retractable!

Yona soon opened the room for them, and as soon as they entered, they were sure this place was where Woodwright slept when he lived at the inn. That's because there was a beautiful, but simple, bed frame in the center of the room. There was no mattress on it, but they imagined that when Woowright lived here, there was one.

"Woodwright's bedroom," Sam commented.

The girls were soon seen searching the room with a careful approach. But even after searching every inch of the retractable walls, they didn't find anything. Without any options, they had to ask Yona to open both side walls for them.

Maybe seeing what Woodwright saw every day when he lived here might spark some inspiration in them?

Soon, both sidewalls disappeared, and they were impressed once again with the view of the place. Without the sidewalls, it seemed like they were back on the mountains!

"Wow, this view is amazing and kind of looks like we are back on the mountain!" Lauren exclaimed.

"Yeah, although it is faint, such an effect is already amazing," Sam commented.

Kaori was equally impressed by the room's appearance, but her initial awe soon gave way to a thoughtful introspection. The image presented before her was almost *too* perfect, almost impossibly beautiful, leading her to suspect that something more was at play than just simple aesthetics. It felt, as the saying goes, too good to be true.

Driven by this suspicion, she began a systematic investigation of her surroundings. She started by walking around the room, meticulously observing every detail, then expanded her search to the hallway outside, looking for any inconsistencies or explanations for the overwhelming realism of the scene. This methodical approach was her way of trying to unravel the secret behind the stunning visuals.

The other girls, witnessing Kaori's focused and somewhat peculiar actions – her deliberate pacing and intense gaze – couldn't contain their curiosity any longer. They approached her, their faces alight with inquiry, and asked in unison, "What is it, Kaori? What are you looking for?"

Kaori, her eyes sparkling with a mixture of discovery and excitement, turned to them with a triumphant announcement. "Girls," she declared, her voice tinged with wonder, "I think Woodwright has masterfully engineered his room to be an incredible optical illusion!" She then excitedly urged them, "Stand on the bed, and I guarantee you'll see something even more amazing!" She believed the bed was the key to experiencing the full effect.

The three girls, their curiosity piqued by Kaori's enthusiastic pronouncement, eagerly followed her instructions. They climbed onto the sturdy wooden bed frame. The moment they stood there, it was as if a switch had been flipped, and the optical illusion was amplified, its impact intensified.

Suddenly, the panoramic view of the Heartwood Mountains and the surrounding forest seemed to expand and pull inwards. It was no longer a static image; it felt as though they were physically transported, the distant peaks and dense foliage now appearing remarkably close, making them feel as if they were truly present within that breathtaking landscape.

"WOW!" the girls exclaimed in unison, their voices filled with pure, unadulterated wonder. The sheer realism and immersive quality of the illusion left them speechless for a moment.

They quickly realized that the optical illusion's potency was significantly diminished when they were not positioned on the bed. It was only by standing on that specific spot that they could fully grasp and be utterly amazed by the sheer ingenuity and skillful execution of Woodwright's construction.

"Woodwright is so genius!" one of the girls breathed, her voice filled with admiration. "How could he possibly have built something this complex and beautiful all by himself?" The question hung in the air, a testament to their astonishment.

"I can only imagine what it must be like to sleep on this bed," another chimed in, her voice dreamy. "With this optical illusion surrounding you, it must feel absolutely incredible, like sleeping in the heart of nature!"

"I'm getting goosebumps!" a third girl exclaimed, her skin prickling with a delightful shiver, a physical reaction to the extraordinary experience.

A chorus of excited whispers and exclamations followed, the girls enthusiastically sharing their awe and speculating about the incredible feature Kaori had uncovered. They were captivated by the innovative design and the immersive experience it offered.

Then, Kaori, her attention drawn to a specific area, said, "And look over there, girls." She pointed in a particular direction, her finger guiding their gaze.

As soon as the girls followed her pointing finger and directed their attention to that spot, their awe transformed into a focused intensity. They immediately understood that they had stumbled upon something important; they had found a tangible piece of a clue, intrinsically tied to the mystery they were trying to solve!