Mazao and I also tried to talk to other locals afterwards.
Although we call it a conversation, it actually involved utilizing the power of Illusion Technique from the Fake Water Moon, making the other party unilaterally answer our questions. Although it was done for efficiency, this abuse might inevitably neglect the dignity and choice of others. I was not completely indifferent to this, but still prioritized efficiency.
At least, it was much gentler compared to forcefully seizing the hearts of locals with the Black Rope Heart-locking Ring and making them answer. If there was no Fake Water Moon, I might have considered that method as well. But now the Black Rope Heart-locking Ring belongs to Mazao, and I neither want to take it back nor let Mazao do what I might have done—although I am pretty sure she wouldn't mind doing so.