The live plot continued. In the nighttime of Mondstadt, Paimon and Lumine were seen walking toward the side gate when the air suddenly grew cold.
A white and blue Cryo Abyss Mage materialized out of thin air, its staff waving to release a barrage of frost icicles toward Diluc. Master Diluc was incredibly agile, performing a graceful backflip to dodge the attack as his claymore ignited with a fierce, blazing fire.
"Master Diluc is so strong."
"Of course. Back in the day, Master Diluc was the youngest and strongest Cavalry Captain in the Knights of Favonius."
Countless people watched the broadcast with bated breath. Due to the elemental disadvantage, the ice pillars briefly exploded and trapped Diluc, causing gasps of worry. However, a second later, flames surged into the sky. Diluc swung his greatsword in a powerful arc, incinerating the Abyss Mage instantly.
[Eula: Is this the rumored strength of Master Diluc?]
[Chongyun: Very domineering movements.]
[Tartaglia: Watching this makes me want to spar with Master Diluc.]
[Charles: This makes things easier. No one will dare default on their tavern bills now.]
[Venti: Ehe.]
[Sangonomiya Kokomi: With such skill, he would hold at least the rank of General in Inazuma.]
[Kujou Sara: Does a General of the Resistance have this kind of strength?]
[Arataki Itto: He certainly has the qualifications to trade a few blows with this young master.]
In the footage, Diluc sheathed his claymore. "Despite bypassing the guards, I didn't expect to run into you."
Lumine spoke calmly, "I guessed it. Master Diluc is the 'Darknight Hero'."
Diluc frowned slightly. "Darknight Hero? Did you come up with such a cliché name?"
Paimon protested, "Haven't you heard it yourself? All of Mondstadt is talking about it."
Diluc put away his weapon, his voice flat. "Boring rumors. Regardless, I suppose it's proof of peace."
[Xingqiu: How authentic. Master Diluc just said those exact words a moment ago.]
[Yanfei: I remember that too. Now, will the Knights give Master Diluc trouble? After all, this has been going on for a while. Does Master Diluc need a lawyer? I am one of the best in Liyue.]
[Kaeya: No need, no need. How could the Knights blame a hero? Isn't that right, Master Diluc?]
[Diluc: You are the most troublesome one of all.]
In the broadcast, Paimon crossed her arms proudly. "Hehe, the mystery of the 'Darknight Hero' is finally solved."
Diluc looked disgusted. "Don't call me by that name. It makes me very uncomfortable."
Paimon rested her chin in her hands, lost in thought. "You're right. The name 'Darknight Hero' is too lame. We should change it to a title filled with a romantic atmosphere."
「Ding—Please select: What nickname will Paimon give to Diluc?」
1: Batman
2: Star of the Night
3: The Watcher
4: The Justice Man
5: The Night Meteor of Cider Lake
6: The King of Torch Hilichurls
「Ordinary Live Room: Thirty spots. Correct answer rewards 40,000 Mora. Wrong answer results in being confined at home for one week」
「Elite Live Room: Paimon and Lumine cannot answer or be selected. Time: Three minutes」
[Amber: How are we supposed to guess this? Little Paimon, give us a hint!]
[Paimon: Actually... I don't know myself. Besides, if I say something with a high probability, I might get punished.]
[Chongyun: Let me out! Can I abstain? This is a one-in-six chance.]
[Kamisato Ayato: The difficulty of this question is too high. Any hints from the people of Mondstadt?]
[Ganyu: I don't want to attempt this at all.]
[Klee: Can Klee guess?]
[Jean: Klee! No!]
In the ordinary live room, there were brave souls tempted by the reward. But in the Elite Live Room, everyone looked at each other in silence. As the countdown neared its end, Chongyun, egged on by Xingqiu, actually managed to grab the opportunity.
[Xingqiu: Hehehe, Chongyun, listen to me. Choose 2!]
[Chongyun: Xingqiu, you're tricking me again, aren't you?]
「Chongyun, please provide your answer. Ten seconds remaining. If you do not answer, you will automatically accept the punishment」
Chongyun clutched his head and finally steeled his nerves. "I've been tricked by Xingqiu again. I choose 2, Star of the Night!"
「Incorrect answer. Punishment: Chongyun must eat three plates of Jueyun Chilis」
[Arataki Itto: What's the big deal? It's just eating peppers. Compared to this young master eating beans, it's nothing.]
[Xiangling: It's over. Jueyun Chilis... Chongyun is going to go crazy...]
In the video feed, three plates of bright red Jueyun Chilis appeared out of nowhere. Chongyun grit his teeth and shouted, "Expel the evil, purify the inner and outer! I'll eat!"
The three plates went down, and the entire room was silent for five seconds. Then, Chongyun suddenly threw his arms wide. His tongue stuck out, and his eyes grew hazy like a drunken man. "Xingqiu, you rascal! Just you wait. I'm coming for you tonight. Heh, you've tricked me so many times... ga ga ga ga..."
His Pure Yang spirit completely exploded. He charged toward a woman on the street. "Hahaha! Beautiful lady, I see darkness on your forehead, you might be facing a great disaster..."
"Get away, you pervert!" With a crisp sound, Chongyun was slapped away.
He stumbled back up and grabbed an old man. "Old man, I see you have a heavy chill. Do you have evil spirits at home? Need help? It's free!"
[Xiangling: Last time Chongyun ate spicy food at Wanmin Restaurant, he caused a scene for at least an hour before settling down.]
[Ningguang: @Keqing, have the nearby Millelith take Chongyun to rest.]
[Keqing: They're already on it.]
The Millelith quickly intervened, carrying away the "overly enthusiastic" youth.
[Thoma: It turns out Brother Chongyun is quite a passionate person.]
[Yae Miko: Everyone, don't forget, we've only eliminated one wrong answer.]
Everyone was swallowing hard. This kind of social death was far more terrifying than eating beans. Who would dare to choose next?