Lord Mu is here, everyone make way, clear the path.
Someone shouted this, and the crowd around Old Yang's stall quickly made way.
After the crowd dispersed, a girl walked over, clad in light armor, with her long Horsetail hair tied up high, and a dark-colored cape draped over her shoulders.
Her eyes were sharp, her demeanor heroic; truly, a magnificent female general!
Even Zhongli couldn't help but praise her in his heart.
Kaiyang Star was already beautiful, but this attire made her look extraordinarily handsome!
The eyes of several young men watching were like light bulbs at this moment, but when Mu Qingge looked their way, they quickly shifted their gaze.
Even Mu Qingge's most casual glance made these young men dare not look directly at her.
Approaching the stall, Mu Qingge saw Zhongli looking at her, and her heart skipped a beat; she quickly walked up to him:
"Mr. Zhongli is here as well; I apologize for my disrespect. Mr. Zhongli, are you here to purchase a Lord Rock clay figurine?"
Mu Qingge's personality is quite straightforward; in Jiang Mumu's setting, she, like Ningguang and Keqing, does not know that Zhongli is Lord Rock.
But this does not hinder her respect for Zhongli.
Zhongli nodded slightly: "Having nothing to do, I passed by this place and happened to see the boss selling this item, so I was inclined to buy one."
"I didn't expect to meet Lord Mu here."
Mu Qingge quickly waved her hand: "Mr. Zhongli, just call me Little Friend Mu, as usual."
Mu Qingge could not bear the title "Lord Mu."
"Haha, then Little Friend Mu, please go first."
A smile appeared on Zhongli's usually placid face.
He was quite satisfied with this current Kaiyang Star; she was capable, had Talents, was neither arrogant nor discouraged, and had many good ideas.
Zhongli would feel much more at ease even with his abdication.
After speaking with Zhongli, Mu Qingge turned to the boss: "Boss, has anyone reserved the largest clay figurine?"
"Not yet."
"Then I'll take it. How much Mora?"
Mu Qingge's savings weren't actually much; although her salary was high, she hadn't been earning it for many years, and these past years' salaries had been sent home.
She also had a younger sister who was still studying, and she wanted to provide a better life for her parents and sister.
However, the Lord Rock clay figurine had to be bought!
Mu Qingge's faith in Lord Rock was very, very high; she was a fervent fan of the Lord!
Unlike Keqing, Mu Qingge was openly a fan, openly showing her affection!
Those familiar with Mu Qingge knew that she was usually a very rational person.
But even such a rational person once spent all her money to buy a piece of Lord Rock merchandise sold by the Feiyun Commerce Guild, which resulted in her having to go home every day for the next half a month to be supported by her parents.
This time was no different; although it was a bit expensive, Mu Qingge had a reason why she had to buy it.
Fortunately, she now had her own small private fund, though not much, it was enough to buy a clay figurine.
"Mr. Zhongli, please continue with your matters. I have urgent business. I will visit Wangsheng Funeral Parlor later. Please inform Director Hu that I have agreed to the matter she discussed with me."
"Little Friend, take care. Zhongli will certainly deliver the message."
After Mu Qingge turned around, she noticed a figure cloaked in a cape.
That figure was quite conspicuous; everyone else was open and straightforward, but she was wearing a cape, sitting at a nearby stall, with a pot of tea on the table, occasionally glancing over.
As Mu Qingge was guessing who it was, she suddenly noticed the unique headwear faintly visible beneath the figure's cape, and she understood.
Mu Qingge shook her head and chuckled; noticing the other person looking at her, she deliberately held the large Lord Rock clay figurine higher in her arms, then slowly departed under the gaze of everyone.
...
Keqing was very anxious.
She had many things to do today, and many were unfinished, but that wasn't what she was anxious about.
Keqing had secretly peeked earlier; those clay figurines were so exquisite, so beautiful!
She really liked them!
Especially the biggest one!
The biggest one was bought by Mu Qingge; they were very good friends, so she could see it when she visited her house, no rush.
However, it seemed many people were now starting to buy them, including those who were initially still observing, who also couldn't resist after Mu Qingge and Mr. Zhongli each bought one.
This made Keqing unable to sit still.
She had put her work aside and came here just to buy a clay figurine; she originally wanted to wait for the crowd to disperse, then secretly go look, and then "accidentally" buy it.
But now...
After sitting for a few more minutes, Keqing really couldn't sit still and also rushed over, standing behind the crowd.
After listening for a while and learning that only two were left, Keqing immediately took out her Mora and slapped it on the boss's table.
"This clay figurine, I'll buy it."
Keqing deliberately lowered her voice and took the larger of the two remaining clay figurines.
The onlookers all looked at Keqing, wondering which boss was so generous.
But Keqing had already run away with the clay figurine the moment she bought it, and besides, she was wearing a cape, so it was hard to see clearly.
Old Yang counted the Mora and found there were tens of thousands too many; he was about to look up to find her, but Keqing was nowhere to be seen.
"Hey, where's that customer from just now? She paid too much!"
...
Keqing, having bought the clay figurine, ran while beaming with a satisfied smile, then felt it was inappropriate, and stifled her smile back, returning to her usual expression.
Yet, her heart remained joyful.
Although this clay figurine wasn't the biggest one, it was definitely among the top five in size, fully showcasing the Lord Rock's majesty!
This trip was worth it!
...
In the evening, after finishing her work, Mu Qingge held the large clay figurine she bought today, placed it in the most conspicuous spot in her room, looked at it carefully again and again, and finally found a golden ratio point to set it down.
Only then did Mu Qingge climb into bed and lie down.
After so many years in the army, she had long mastered the divine skill of falling asleep in a dozen seconds.
Less than half a minute after lying down, even breathing sounds came from the bed.
...
Mu Qingge woke up early in the morning before dawn.
Today was Liyue's annual Rite of Descension, one of Liyue's grandest festivals.
Liyue Harbor was exceptionally lively today; under Mu Qingge's arrangements, the Millelith had already guarded all checkpoints and strategic locations, and a large number of Millelith were patrolling throughout the harbor to maintain order.
On the streets of Liyue, a blonde Traveler and her emergency food Paimon were conversing.
"Lumine, next time we can't leave so late. We've been rushing all the way, and Paimon is exhausted."
"Paimon has always been flying."
"Flying is also very tiring, you know! Paimon's phantom limbs are incredibly tired!"
Lumine rolled her eyes; Paimon had been the one urging her all along, and no matter how you looked at it, Paimon didn't seem very tired.
"Is this Liyue? It's really lively. The Rite of Descension seems to be over there. Paimon, let's go... Paimon?"
Lumine turned around and didn't see the little guy, and seeing the crowds of people, she immediately panicked a little.
Could she have been kidnapped?
Suddenly, Lumine heard a familiar voice and her face instantly darkened.
"Hehe, boss, what's this? It looks so delicious!"
"Customer, this is a Liyue specialty, grilled Tiger Fish. Seeing your attire, you must be from out of town. When you come to Liyue, you must try this..."
Paimon was tempted by the boss's words, her eyes fixed on the grilled Tiger Fish, her drool almost spilling out.
"Boss, I'll take five skewers!"
Lumine helplessly rubbed her forehead.
But thinking about the past few days of roughing it, it was indeed a bit tough, so she simply found a place to sit with Paimon and eat first.
Anyway, she had just inquired, and the Rite of Descension was still a while away.