[Why does Hall Master Hu sound so… buggy?]
[Yeah… there's a "buggy vibe" to her… but honestly, it's kinda cute.]
[Send me off? Sure, sure, Hall Master Hu, I'm willing to go with you!]
[Such a lively little girl… I just hope she doesn't end up like Bug-Cutter QAQ]
[So far, Genshin doesn't seem to have any knives to stab us with.]
[So jealous… I want to lie on the Geo Archon's shoulder too!]
[The little girl and the big brother… what a harmonious scene.]
[Uh, the one upstairs… judging by Zhongli's in-game age, "big brother" doesn't really fit…]
…
"As for Consultant Zhongli… of course, he's under my command~"
Hu Tao placed her hands on her hips with a triumphant grin, her eyes curling into crescent moons.
Ningguang couldn't help but laugh at her playful cuteness. "Then, what kind of business does your Wangsheng Funeral Parlor do?"
Hu Tao scratched her nose in embarrassment. "Hehe~ … the funeral business…"
The moment she said that, all the viewers who had just shouted [Send me off right now!] felt their vision go black.
Such an adorable little girl… yet she actually runs funeral services…
"I see… then, will Hall Master Hu's banner debut in version 1.1?"
Hu Tao shook her head. "Boss said my character card won't come out until the next version."
"For 1.1, it'll be Boss and Sister Ganyu's banners."
"Ganyu?" Ningguang feigned surprise. "The secretary from Yuehai Pavilion?"
"Well then… let's take a look at Miss Ganyu's character demo first~"
As Ningguang's voice fell, the livestream screen faded to black.
Genshin Impact Character Demo – "Ganyu: Radiant Dreams"
A soft piano melody began to play.
A tune so familiar—anyone who's touched Genshin had heard it before.
"Sweet Flower, a blossom with high sugar content. Though not very healthy to eat, its sight brings calm to the heart."
The girl's voice was gentle as water. Clad in a blue-and-white dress that perfectly outlined her slender figure, she stood graceful and serene.
On-screen, a group of hilichurls drew near.
"So… I won't allow you to trample this garden."
As her words fell, the music suddenly shifted—flute at the core, blended with Western orchestration. The audience's blood boiled at once.
Then Ganyu's splash art slowly emerged.
[Ganyu]
[Secretary at Yuehai Pavilion, bearer of the bloodline of the illuminated beast "Qilin."]
Her normal attacks, Elemental Skill, and Burst all followed in sequence. Shot from different angles, every move looked less like battle and more like a dance among the flowers—graceful, elegant, mesmerizing.
[Damn! Another one of those mood-swinging musical shifts… absolutely brilliant.]
[Her voice sounds so soft and weak, but when she fights hilichurls she's incredibly badass!]
[Didn't you catch the intro? She's part Qilin, a mythical beast!]
[The Geo Archon's a dragon, now we've got a Qilin too—miHoYo really knows what they're doing…]
[So beautiful, so delicate! Must-pull for Ganyu!!]
[The music team's killing it again… I swear, every PV leaves me dizzy with awe.]
[Stop making games already—just do anime and music, you're wasting your talent!!]
…
After Ganyu's demo ended, the livestream chat was completely convinced.
Every PV miHoYo had released so far was flawless. Especially the music—this perfect blend of East and West, yet unmistakably Chinese—it left many tearing up.
When the stream cut back, Ningguang murmured with surprise:
"Miss Ganyu… so she really does carry the blood of a Qilin. That's unexpected."
"No wonder she has horns," Hu Tao added curiously, looking at Mo Li. "Boss, why don't you have dragon horns?"
Mo Li: "…"
"In the game, the Archon appears in the guise of an ordinary Liyue man. That appearance is not his true form."
"I see…" Ningguang nodded with a smile. "Then, Mr. Zhongli, what do you think of these two characters?"
Mo Li sighed. "Could you just call me Boss Mo instead…? Anyway, which aspect do you mean?"
Ningguang pretended to ponder. "For example… pull recommendations?"
"I know, I know~" Hu Tao bounced up excitedly. "I asked Boss before, and he said—'The Archon gives you the sense of security like an old father!'"
"So… he didn't recommend me to pull him…"
Ningguang: "?? What? Why not?"
Mo Li chuckled. "Because the Archon is too strong. He'll raise you into a useless player."
The livestream audience blinked in confusion.
[So… should we pull or not??]
[Wait until the banner drops.]
[Who cares about strength, the god of Liyue is a must-pull!]
[He's obviously speaking in reverse. If he makes you useless by carrying, doesn't that mean he's ridiculously strong?]
[Even if he weren't, his looks alone make him worth it!]
…
"And what about Ganyu?"
Mo Li smiled. "Ganyu… is very strong, especially for open-world exploration. But still, strength aside, everyone should just pull within their means. Of course, to celebrate the launch of version 1.1, we'll also be giving out plenty of new events. Travelers should be able to earn about 10,000 Primogems—nearly a guaranteed pity."
Ningguang nodded with a light smile.
"Then, let me introduce the upcoming version 1.1 events to everyone~"
She began her presentation.
But as she spoke, a tiny red-haired loli suddenly popped onto the screen.
The chat instantly exploded with walls of [Klee!]
Mo Li didn't introduce her—Klee simply whispered something to Hu Tao, then tugged her away off-screen.
Yet even that brief glimpse was enough to drive viewers wild.
The real-life Klee was just as explosively cute as in the game.
By the time Ningguang finished introducing the new events, the chat was still buzzing over "Klee-chan."
Just when viewers thought the stream was ending, Ningguang dropped another bombshell.
"The official cosplay costumes announced by Qiancheng Fashion will soon be available."
"And the very first release will be… Klee's outfit."
The announcement sent every player with a daughter into euphoria.
When Klee first debuted, many had searched online for her cosplay costume. After all, who wouldn't want their little girl to look as adorable as Klee? But back then, none existed.
Now, with officia
Even players without daughters felt tempted to buy one—if not to wear, then at least to collect.
After all, this was official merchandise—like an anime figure, it carried collector's value for diehard Honkai and Genshin fans.
Ningguang's choice to launch Klee's costume first was simple: she was at peak popularity, and the outfit itself was relatively easy to make.
But what really shocked players was the announcement that a Honkai Impact 3rd version preview would follow next…
…
Ningguang slipped in some ads for her Qiancheng Fashion brand, then had Himeko and Kiana introduce sleek, high-tech display cases.
Inside them were fully replicated Valkyrie battlesuits from Honkai Impact 3rd:
Himeko's S-rank armor Vermilion Knight: Eclipse
Fu Hua's S-rank armor Shadow Knight: Moonblade
Rita's S-rank armor
Durandal's armor… and more.
The display cases were identical to those used in the game's Schicksal armories.
When these gorgeously detailed, near-perfect reproductions appeared on screen, players worldwide went insane.
For a moment, they couldn't even tell if they were looking at reality or the game itself.
This was real armor—far beyond the cheap knock-offs you'd find online.
"These armor-style costumes are crafted with special materials," Ningguang explained. "They preserve the metallic feel without being too heavy. You can wear them comfortably without hindrance. Players can purchase them with peace of mind."
Excitement skyrocketed.
Of course… the male players soon realized—these were all Valkyrie armors.
Before complaints could rise, Ningguang continued with a smile:
"When purchasing these armor costumes, you'll also receive a matching display case. So even if you don't wear them, they make stunning, high-tech decor."
"Because of the difficulty in production, they'll be limited in supply—making them collector's items as well."
"To prevent scalping, there will also be purchase requirements. Only players above a certain in-game level may order, and each person can only buy one."
"As for male players, don't worry—Genshin Impact also has plenty of male characters. Their cosplay outfits will also be released in time."
Relief washed over the men.
And excitement too—after all, with the display cases included, these were more than costumes.
Lit by ambient LEDs, the armors looked powerful, beautiful, and futuristic.
Owning one wasn't like collecting a figure that just sits there. These could be worn, shown off, admired—even people unfamiliar with anime or games would be shocked and curious.
The thrill of that thought already had countless players itching to place orders.
…
Once Ningguang finished showcasing Qiancheng Fashion's cosplays, the Genshin Impact preview wrapped up.
All the Primogem codes were distributed.
The livestream's biggest winner was undoubtedly Ningguang—her brand had just received worldwide advertisement.
"Today's Genshin Impact preview ends here. Travelers, take a short break~"
"Up next, His Excellency the Overseer will reveal the new Honkai Impact 3rd version trailer!"
The chat froze for a beat… then erupted.
[Holy crap!! I want those armors so badly!!]
[Why didn't she say when they'll be on sale?!]
[My wallet's doomed!! I thought miHoYo only made money off character banners, but…]
[These armors are insane… wearable and collectible!! Aaaahhh!!]
[Forget the armor—did Ningguang just say "His Excellency the Overseer"?!]
[OTTO MUST DIE!]
[Otto, face my sword!!]
…
Meanwhile, inside miHoYo's studio—
Rita was already dressed in her iconic maid outfit.
"Your Excellency~ Have you finished changing?" she asked sweetly outside Mo Li's room, already in character.
Soon enough, Mo Li stepped out, clad in Otto's attire.
Rita's eyes lit up as she smiled. "This suits you quite well, Overseer~"
Mo Li: "…"
He didn't feel particularly embarrassed.
Appearing as Otto in the livestream was simply a way of indulging the fans—giving them a chance to shout "Otto, face my sword!" directly at him, to vent their anger.
After all, Honkai 3rd was about to deliver some massive heartbreak.
Thinking of that, Mo Li couldn't resist slipping into Otto's 3.5 voice:
"A game company president who pampers his players as much as I do… is rare indeed."
Rita covered her mouth with a laugh, her charm shining through.
She twirled her skirt gracefully, showing off her appearance.
"Your Excellency, are you satisfied with Rita's attire?"
Mo Li gave her a once-over. Compared to her usual office look, this was another kind of allure.
"Beautiful… exactly like in the game," he said with emotion.
For a moment, it felt as though he had stepped into the Honkai world itself.
Rita beamed at his praise.
"Your Excellency, time is short. Let us head to the livestream room~"
"Seems you're looking forward to meeting the players too?"
"At first I was nervous… but knowing Himeko and Kiana have streamed so many times, I don't feel so tense anymore."
Mo Li raised an eyebrow. "So you do get nervous. If I'd known, I would've had you join a stream earlier."
"It's not too late now~ And besides… if Your Excellency intends to do something to me… Rita would still get nervous~"
Mo Li: "…"
He couldn't take it.
Covered modestly, moving gracefully—yet everything about Rita radiated… dangerous allure.
Meanwhile, the audience was growing restless.
[Why isn't Otto out yet?! My Heaven's Fire greatsword has been waiting too long!]
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