Chapter 29 Day 3 of Watching a Play in Liyue

Chapter 29 Day 3 of Watching a Play in Liyue

In the end, the traveler still didn't find the correct way to go to the sky. It was Yuhengxing Keqing, whom he met by chance near Guizhongji, who gave him guidance, so that he didn't arrive late before the agreed time.

Fortunately, Ningguang didn't seem to be a particularly difficult person to talk to. She even accepted the traveler's gift and didn't dislike the simplicity of the gift. Even the mere opportunity to have a meal together was sold at an extremely high price among the Liyue merchants.

He followed the guidance of the "Broken Snow" and found the place where the Fatui were hiding. He discovered a lot of research about the Talisman of No Taboos. Thinking of the Talisman of No Taboos that the young master had given him, Kong had some guesses in his mind.

He had always known that the son of the Fatui executive would never be so friendly to him for no reason.

But he should go find Zhongli and Qingli first. It took him a lot of time to find the way to heaven, and he has kept them waiting for two days.

Dihuazhou is a place that will amaze you no matter how many times you visit it. The scenery here may not be as majestic as the mountains in Jueyunjian, nor as dazzling as the lights of Liyue Harbor, but it is this ethereal purity unique to nature that can best purify people's hearts.

Zhongli had already given Kong the address of where to meet up, so he managed to arrive at the agreed location on time.

"You are very punctual. We just arrived too."

Zhongli seemed to be in a good mood. Shui Qingli was leaning against a tree trunk, seemingly resting his eyes. When he saw them coming, he opened his eyes and nodded as a greeting to them.

"How is it, is Qun Yu Pavilion fun?"

"It's huge, it's super-gorgeous, it's the most expensive building I've ever seen."

Paimeng was a little impatient to share her experiences with him. The splendor and wealth of the Jade Pavilion was beyond her imagination, and it gave her a clearer understanding of Ningguang's identity as the richest person in Liyue.

"Indeed, if the Jade Pavilion is second, no one in Liyue dares to claim to be first."

Zhongli nodded in acknowledgement that all the Tianquan Stars in history were smart and capable people, but people like Ningguang who were ambitious, capable, and decisive were rare.

Before Zhongli faked his death and abdicated, Ningguang had never made any overstepping of her authority, but she was merely lying in wait.

"You should have met Ningguang. How was the conversation?"

Paimon seems to like Ningguang very much and is full of praise for her, but Kong seems to have a different opinion from her.

“Kindness is also a weapon for businessmen.”

In order to get the benefits he wants, merchants can be friendly to anyone. Compared to the unfathomable Ningguang, Kong is more willing to believe the straightforward Yuhengxing - Keqing.

Zhongli also seemed very interested in how they met Keqing, as she was the one who dared to question Morax directly during his Summoning the Immortal Ceremony, which left a deep impression on him.

"Oh? Have you met Ke Qing? Did she say anything to you?"

“She said that the era of [immortals] is over. If even the Seven Stars of Liyue dare not face this, what should be done about the future of Liyue?”

Although these words were indeed too straightforward and somewhat disrespectful to the gods, Zhongli looked very happy.

"Indeed, compared to Keqing who dares to say anything, Ningguang is more like a typical businessman, even though they are both seven stars."

But judging from your attitude, you prefer Keqing's attitude to Ningguang.

Shui Qingli secretly complained inwardly.

Judging from Zhongli's different comments on the two Seven Stars, he appreciates Ningguang's ability and ambition, but he likes Keqing's will to insist on human rule more.

In Liyue, which is ruled by humans, someone must firmly believe in the power of mankind itself in order to completely get rid of the "shadow" of the gods and immortals in the past.

While they were chatting, Paimon had already mentioned what the Fatui had done in Liyue, which was naturally part of Zhongli's plan, including the fact that they were copying the Scroll of No Taboos.

Speaking of this, Shui Qingli couldn't help but think deeply.

If you want to study a talisman, you must have a sample. It is impossible to create it out of thin air. So where did the Fatui get the sample talisman with no taboos from?

The Immortal Sending Ceremony can be said to be the retirement ceremony prepared by the Emperor for himself, so all the materials must be the best, including the colored glaze lilies, which must be wild and of the highest quality, rather than the artificially cultivated varieties currently available at Yujingtai and Qingce Manor.

But since Dihua Island was flooded, it is no longer suitable for the growth of colored lilies, and wild colored lilies are almost extinct, but not completely extinct.

The scent of the glazed lily is special, and since she loves to listen to songs, Zhongli suggested that Kong help sing to make the scent of the glazed lily even more charming.

Is he really not trying to fool the travelers?

From a bystander's perspective, I always feel that the Emperor seems to have some bad taste. It is true that Liuli Lily loves listening to songs, but it is not necessarily necessary.

But this did not prevent the boy from humming the tune he had learned from Barbara in front of Liuli Lily, and then... Liuli Lily turned into a deceiving flower.

Shui Qingli swore with her 5.0 eyesight that Zhongli must have laughed just now.

Although the corners of his lips did not rise very much and they retracted very quickly, he was indeed amused by the scene.

It's really funny though...

Kong knocked down these deceiving flowers in a rather awkward manner. It was not like he had never encountered such monsters in the wild, but he had never been as embarrassed as today.

I sang for Liuli Lily but ended up lying to her, in front of my friends. Ugh... so embarrassing.

"This is not a glass lily at all!"

Paimon was also startled. She stamped her feet and said a little angrily.

But Zhongli squatted down and picked up a few petals. The petals of the Glazed Lily had been disguised in the wild for too long and merged with the Deception Flower. Although the Deception Flower was a monster, it could also absorb the elemental power of the earth veins. By accident, these petals became excellent medicinal materials.

It is also a good thing and can be used as medicine.

Paimeng was a little surprised, which meant that Kong’s work was not in vain. Can this be used in the ceremony of sending immortals?

Zhongli shook his head decisively.

"Unfortunately, no."

"Ah? Why is that?"

"Excuse me, are you looking for Liuli Lily?"

In the shadows of the trees, a young girl slowly approached. Different from the noble and cold temperament she had that night under the moonlight, when Ganyu was seen again in the daytime, she felt gentle and quiet, with a refreshing fragrance.

"Hello, Ganyu."

"Hello, traveler. I didn't expect you to remember me. Did your trip to the Jade Pavilion go smoothly?"

When Ganyu heard that she had forgotten to tell them how to get to the Jade Pavilion, causing some trouble for Kong and the others, she couldn't help but reveal a cute and ignorant expression.

"Hey? I, didn't I say that?"

"Pfft."

Shui Qingli couldn't help it and finally laughed out loud.

Even Zhongli turned his head away. After all, some things are better left unsaid. Once they are said out loud, it would become a bit awkward.

For example, even Zhongli himself didn't think of reminding the traveler about this.