Chapter 441: For the Navigator position, Beidou volunteers herself
The earth trembled, and the heavens and earth wept.
This power, seemingly capable of controlling the entire land, was enough to make any mortal tremble.
However, even when faced with such power,there was not the slightest hint of fear on the faces of Ningguang, Hu Tao, Qiqi, and Keqing.
With Path Power added to their bodies, the churning earth could not cause any harm to Ningguang, Hu Tao, Qiqi, and Keqing.
Immediately, the four exchanged glances, then looked at Xiao, who was suspended in the air.The understanding they had gained on the Xianzhou Luofu allowed the five of them to quickly reach a tacit agreement.
Ningguang, Hu Tao, Qiqi, and Keqing transformed into flashes of light and attacked Azhdaha from four directions.
Azhdaha, who had originally planned to continue making the earth churn, felt the profound and mysterious Power of Destiny emanating from Ningguang and the others,and could only temporarily stop his actions and focus his attention on them.
At the same time, Xiao flew to the opposite side of Cloud Retainer,forming a straight line with Azhdaha and Cloud Retainer, silently watching the battle between Azhdaha and Keqing and the others,as if waiting for something.
Cloud Retainer also stood in the air, forming hand seals.
She and Xiao both appeared incredibly calm, as if they were protecting Keqing, Hu Tao, Ningguang, and Qiqi.
Seeing this situation, Azhdaha, who was already in a very irrational state, immediately became even more enraged.
"Cloud Retainer, Xiao, are you looking down on me?"
"Do you think just the four of them can deal with me?"
Extreme anger made Azhdaha's dragon roar resound in all directions,and a huge wave of air spread out from him in all directions.
At the same time, anger also made Azhdaha seem to lose all reason, continuously increasing his power.
From within the earth, four elements, water, lightning, fire, and ice, seemed to be summoned by Azhdaha and flowed towards him, surging into his four limbs respectively.
Boom!
With a stomp from Azhdaha, the water, lightning, fire, ice, and the Geo element that had originally gathered on Azhdaha reacted astonishingly,directly causing a violent explosion that enveloped Keqing and the others.
For a time, even the forum livestream camera that followed Ningguang's perspective closely,could only capture chaotic elemental turbulence and was unable to pinpoint Ningguang and the others or Azhdaha.
[Dehya: This... this power is too terrifying, isn't it? First such exaggerated earthquakes, and now such a violent explosion?]
[Dunyarzad: Miss Ningguang, Miss Keqing, Miss Hu Tao, and Qiqi won't be hurt, will they?]
[Osial: This guy Azhdaha, he still maintains such powerful strength after so many years. I, clearly... never mind.]
[Charlotte: I'm a little confused. Isn't Azhdaha a Geo Dragon? Why can he also use four elements like water, fire, lightning, and ice at the same time?]
[Navia: Yeah, if he can use so many elements at the same time, couldn't he trigger elemental reactions by himself?]
[Paimon: He's just like the Lumine! No, even the Lumine can't use so many elemental powers right now.]
[Kaveh: This is indeed a research topic. Could it be because Azhdaha is too ancient?]
[Alhaitham: There's no way it's just because Azhdaha is too ancient. There must be some other reason behind this.]
[Arataki Itto: Then... then, aren't you guys worried about the situation with Miss Keqing and the others?Also, why aren't Xiao and Cloud Retainer making a move?]
[Kuki Shinobu: Relax, Boss. The Adepti of Liyue definitely have their own plans.]
......
Liyue.
"Lumine, aren't you worried about the situation with Keqing and the others?"
"I wonder why Xiao and Cloud Retainer haven't made a move."
"Otherwise, maybe we should go help them."
Paimon said, following behind Lumine.Lumine shook her head and said:
"Paimon, you don't understand.
Pathstrider are not that simple of an existence."
"Although Azhdaha is strong, Keqing, Ningguang, Hu Tao, and Qiqi, the four of them, won't be in danger so easily."
"Look, after the dust settled, weren't they perfectly visible in the shot?"
"Besides, if Xiao and Cloud Retainer aren't acting now, they definitely have their reasons."
"If you ask me, they must be preparing the means to seal Azhdaha.
"Paimon: "R-Really?!"
Lumine puffed out her chest and said with a certain tone:
"Of course.
Paimon, you need to know that subduing someone is much harder than killing someone, let alone subduing them while trying not to harm them as much as possible."
"If Cloud Retainer, Xiao, and Ningguang had chosen to eliminate Azhdaha at all costs, it would probably be easier."
"After all, they are all Pathstrider now. Especially Xiao and Cloud Retainer, who were originally Adepti; now, they are probably terrifyingly strong."
Hearing this, Paimon was somewhat confused.
"So that's how it is, it's because they want to seal Azhdaha more gently?"
Although she still didn't quite understand, since Lumine said it, Paimon ultimately chose to believe.
"Then... Lumine, do you think you can defeat Xiao and Cloud Retainer?"
"I'm not asking you to fight them, I just want to know how strong Lumine is now."
Paimon flew curiously to Lumine's side and asked.
"Hehe, I'm very powerful, you know. After walking on The Path of Trailblaze."
"My power recovery speed is faster, plus Path Power and the light cone I obtained..."
"Hehe, I'm very formidable now, you know."
Lumine said confidently.
"That's great."
Paimon was sincerely happy for Lumine.
Lumine nodded and looked at Luo Feng beside her.
The corners of her mouth slightly curved up, and she softly said:
"So instead of focusing on the situation over there, why not follow Luo Feng and the others to explore Liyue together?"
"Just in time, La Signora is planning to treat us. Don't you plan to have a good meal?"
Hearing this, Paimon looked at La Signora standing on Luo Feng's other side.
"Hmm... Although La Signora is annoying, I really can't easily miss out on delicious food."
Paimon muttered.
"Since you dislike me, how about you stop following Luo Feng?"
La Signora snorted coldly and said to Paimon unhappily.
Paimon was so scared that she quickly hid by Luo Feng's side.
"So scary, Luo Feng, tell her off quickly."
Paimon pulled Luo Feng's clothes corner and whispered.
"You guy!!!"
This scene made La Signora's forehead throb with veins, as if she was about to attack Paimon the next second.
"Alright, don't be too angry, La Signora."
"If your face is too contorted, you won't be pretty."
"I remember you care a lot about your image, right?"
Luo Feng said to La Signora, then turned to look at Paimon.
"You too, say less, Paimon.""
Otherwise, La Signora might deliberately order some dishes you don't like."
Luo Feng said.
It must be said that Luo Feng's words were quite effective.B
oth La Signora and Paimon calmed down after hearing them.
La Signora put on a beautiful smile and said to Luo Feng in the most gentle tone:
"Liyue cuisine is divided into two major branches: Liyue Cuisine and Yue Cuisine."
"Liyue Cuisine specializes in mountain delicacies, while Yue Cuisine specializes in seafood."
"The two major cuisines correspond to Liuli Pavilion and Xinyue Kiosk respectively..."
Before La Signora could finish speaking, two voices came over.
"Introducing Liyue cuisine by a Snezhnaya Executive always feels a bit strange."
"Indeed, La Signora, could you perhaps entrust the matter of introducing things to Luo Feng to us?"
Luo Feng turned to look in the direction the voices came from, only to see two valiant figures standing before him.
"Beidou, and Yelan."
Luo Feng looked at the two beautiful women who spoke one after another and said.
"Oh, Lord Luo Feng, you know me?"
"That's truly an honor."Beidou laughed heartily.
"I'm a bit curious, Luo Feng, how did you know my name?"
Yelan asked curiously.
After all, she was different from Beidou; as the Tianquan Star Special Intelligence Officer, she was very low-key.
Under normal circumstances, she would not expose her identity to the light of day.
If not for wanting to host Luo Feng this time, she wouldn't have appeared,and wouldn't have happened to meet Beidou, who also wanted to meet and talk to Luo Feng.
In fact, besides Yelan and Beidou, many Liyue people also wanted to talk to Luo Feng.
However, at this stage, only Yelan and Beidou had the courage to approach Luo Feng.
Moreover, at this time, many Liyue people's attention was focused on the battle between Ningguang and the others and Azhdaha.
Naturally, even fewer people dared to approach Luo Feng.
Of course, La Signora was quite displeased with Beidou and Yelan approaching Luo Feng so casually.
"Hmph, even if I'm not from Liyue, there's no reason I can't introduce Liyue cuisine to Luo Feng, is there?"
"Besides, Luo Feng is incredibly capable. Is there any problem with him knowing your names?"
La Signora snorted coldly and said.
"Indeed, Luo Feng is skilled in divination, so it's not strange for him to know our names."
Yelan nodded and smiled at La Signora.
"It's certainly fine for you to introduce Liyue cuisine to Luo Feng."
"However, it should not be easy to host Lord Luo Feng at Liuli Pavilion or Xinyue Kiosk, right?"
"Those two places are very popular, and reserving a good spot usually requires booking three months in advance."
"You, who haven't been in Liyue for long, probably haven't booked Liuli Pavilion or Xinyue Kiosk yet, have you?"
Yelan said.
"So what? With Luo Feng's status,"
"It is their honor for Liuli Pavilion and Xinyue Kiosk to be able to host Luo Feng, as well as Yanqing and Ms. Topaz."
"I don't believe that when I bring Luo Feng and the others there, Liuli Pavilion and Xinyue Kiosk will refuse them."
La Signora said, crossing her arms.
"Perhaps, but I think if there's a reservation, allowing Liuli Pavilion or Xinyue Kiosk to prepare,"
" Luo Feng might also have a better experience."
Yelan smiled and looked at Luo Feng.
"Coincidentally, I have reservations at both Liuli Pavilion and Xinyue Kiosk."
"So, why don't I treat Luo Feng and the rest of you?"
Yelan said.
"You woman!"
"Are you trying to snatch away the chance to host Luo Feng from me?"
La Signora's forehead bulged with veins again.Faintly, scarlet flames seemed to ignite on her shoulders.
At this moment, Luo Feng raised his hand and patted La Signora's shoulder, extinguishing the flames in her heart.
"Alright, that's enough."
"Don't let Yanqing and Topaz laugh at us."
"As for Xinyue Kiosk or Liuli Pavilion, I don't plan on going to either."
Luo Feng said to La Signora and Yelan.
"Oh, is Luo Feng planning to go to Wanmin Restaurant instead?"
Beidou's eyes lit up as she asked.
"That's right."
Luo Feng nodded and smiled:
"Although the environment at Xinyue Kiosk and Liuli Pavilion might be better,"
"When it comes to a lively atmosphere, Wanmin Restaurant is the place."
"Coincidentally, I've been quite fond of places with a lively atmosphere recently."
"And in terms of food taste, the flavor at Wanmin Restaurant is no worse than Xinyue Kiosk or Liuli Pavilion."
"Furthermore, Xiangling from Wanmin Restaurant has even made Abundance dishes for me before."
"Since I've come to Liyue again, it's only right that I go to Wanmin Restaurant to see Xiangling.
"As he spoke, Luo Feng looked at Topaz and Yanqing again.
"What do you two think of my arrangement?"
Yanqing: "I'll listen to Teacher Luo Feng."
Topaz: "Numby and I have no objections."
Seeing this, La Signora nodded slightly and said:
"Since this is Luo Feng's wish, let's go to Wanmin Restaurant."
"At that time, please still allow me to cover the expenses."
Yelan smiled faintly and said:
"Wanmin Restaurant is indeed quite good. May we accompany you, Luo Feng?"
Hearing this, before Luo Feng could speak, La Signora spoke first.
"You people, are you determined to disturb Lord Luo Feng?"
"One after another, it's always like this, first the Lumine and Paimon."
"Now it's you. Will there be even more people disturbing Luo Feng later?"
Paimon: "To say that about me and the Lumine, La Signora is really annoying."
Lumine: "Exactly, Luo Feng didn't say anything. And, it's as if she isn't disturbing Luo Feng herself."
"You two!" Hearing the sound, La Signora glared at Paimon and Lumine.
Beidou rubbed the back of her head, chuckling as she said:
"Hahaha, perhaps approaching like this freely did disturb Luo Feng. I apologize for that."
"It's just that I couldn't help it. Luo Feng must be planning to choose a Liyue person to be the Navigator of this brand new Astral Express, right?"
"If so, I want to recommend myself no matter what."
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Chapter 442: Even Azhdaha is No Match for a Pathstrider
"How rude."
"To directly make a request to Lord Luo Feng like that."
La Signora snorted coldly, speaking unhappily to Beidou.
"Hey, where did you hear that I made a request to Luo Feng?"
"This is clearly a plea."
Beidou also looked at La Signora with dissatisfaction.
Even though La Signora was now a Pathstrider, Beidou wasn't afraid.
For Beidou, the temptation of Trailblazing in the Star Sea was simply too great.
If she didn't gather the courage to find Luo Feng and express the plea in her heart,after everything was settled, Beidou felt she might live in regret forever.
"Lady Beidou is indeed frank."
"Since that's the case, I won't hide my true feelings either."
Yelan said, placing her hand over her heart and looking at Luo Feng with a serious expression.
" Luo Feng, I also yearn for the Universe."
"May I participate in the competition to become the Astral Express's Navigator?"
Yelan's expression was quite serious, clearly indicating she wasn't lying.
"One after another, it's always like this."
" Luo Feng, how about I just throw them out?"
La Signora heard that even Yelan said such a thing, her brow furrowed slightly, and she looked at Luo Feng as she spoke.
Although it was certain that Liyue would have a Astral Express route connected to Xianzhou Luofu,
According to custom, Luo Feng would naturally choose a Liyue person as the Navigator for this route.But right now, it was Luo Feng's rest time.
La Signora did not want to see anyone disturbing Luo Feng while he ate.
"No need to be so nervous, La Signora."
"Stay calm in the face of things."
Luo Feng smiled at La Signora, then looked at Beidou and Yelan with interest.
Under Luo Feng's scrutinizing gaze, even Beidou and Yelan were a bit nervous,fearing that their abruptness would cause Luo Feng displeasure.
"So that's it, you want to become the Navigator for the Liyue to Xianzhou Luofu route."
Luo Feng propped his chin with one hand, carefully examining Beidou and Yelan from head to toe, these two women whom Ningguang had specifically recommended before.
Out of respect for Ningguang, he had originally planned to meet Beidou and Yelan.
He hadn't expected that these two would come seeking him out themselves.
Especially Yelan, since based on his understanding of Beidou, it was quite normal for Beidou to seek him out.
But for Yelan, who worked for an intelligence agency, to actively seek him out was somewhat unexpected for Luo Feng.
However, after a moment's thought, Luo Feng had the answer in his heart.
At this current stage, the Teyvat People already had a considerable impression of the power that Paths could bring.
This kind of power could be considered a strategic-level force for an individual, an organization, or a nation.
Possessing this power might change many things and allow them to accomplish many things that were previously impossible.
Although Yelan was an intelligence officer, she was ultimately someone who considered Liyue's best interests.
Even if becoming a Navigator meant frequently being in the public eye,
But if becoming a Navigator could benefit Liyue and allow them to do more things they couldn't before,
Yelan also had the possibility of coming forward to apply for the position.
This was the case for Yelan, and many people similar to Yelan might also make such a choice.Perhaps, even the still cold-tempered Shenhe might make such a choice.
Understanding this, Luo Feng subtly glanced at Shenhe, who was quietly following beside him, then nodded at Yelan and Beidou.
"Alright, anyway, I do indeed have the idea of selecting a Liyue person to become the Astral Express's Navigator."
"Afterwards, some applications from Teyvat People will also be accepted."
"Beidou, Yelan, since you two arrived first, let's go have a simple meal together."
"Besides, maybe by the time we finish eating, Miss Ningguang and Keqing will be done as well."
Luo Feng said, continuing down the road towards Wanmin Restaurant.
After completing his third journey, the permissions he gained, in addition to the System-produced phone allowing for more convenient and wider-ranging communication
, included a further update to the "Blessings" that could help Teyvat People gain Path Power.
Now, when selecting Astral Express Navigators, he could temporarily activate the "Blessings" on his own.
This would allow a group of Teyvat People the possibility of gaining The Power of Destiny of the "Pathfinder" Path through the Blessing, and it was limited to the "Pathfinder" Path.
Of course, he could also independently choose one person to become the Astral Express Navigator and bestow upon them the Pathfinder Path, just like before.
However, this time, Luo Feng wanted to try out the new permissions activated by the System.
He would set up a stage, allowing a group of people to compete and challenge themselves under the aura of the "Blessings," thereby deciding who would gain the "Pathfinder" Path.
Perhaps someone who gains the "Pathfinder" Path through this method would be more suitable to become the Navigator of a Astral Express.
"Thank you, Luo Feng."
Yelan smiled at Luo Feng's retreating back, then looked at La Signora."
Now, you shouldn't stop me, should you, La Signora?"
Yelan asked.La Signora frowned slightly and let out a cold snort.
She then ignored Yelan and Beidou.
She quietly followed in the footsteps of Luo Feng and those who had already gone with him, such as Yanqing and Topaz.
" Luo Feng, I keep hearing people talking about a forum or something."
"It seems that through this forum, people on this Planet can speak anytime, anywhere, and even see what's happening with Miss Ningguang and the others."
"Could it be that you built this forum?"
Topaz asked curiously.
"Why are you asking this?"
Luo Feng glanced at Topaz and said.
"It's nothing, I just think this forum that can be used without a phone seems quite interesting."
"If its scope of use wasn't limited to this Planet, if its scope of use could cover the entire Universe..."
As Topaz said this, her eyes couldn't help but sparkle.
"You're thinking too much, Topaz."
"This forum is a unique product of this world."
"The possibility of promoting it to the Star Rail Universe is too low, too low."
"Even Ruan Mei, who came with me last time, couldn't realize your idea."
Luo Feng shook his head, saying as he walked forward."Is that so? Even that genius couldn't do it."
"It seems I have to give up on this idea."
Topaz lowered her head, looking a little disappointed.
"Then can we use the forum? Just like Teacher Luo Feng."
Yanqing raised his head and asked curiously.
"You're also interested in the forum of this world?"
Luo Feng looked at Yanqing with interest.
"Hehehe, it's not that I'm interested in the forum."
"I'm just a little interested in what's happening with Miss Ningguang and the others."
Yanqing rubbed the back of his head, saying a little sheepishly.
"If you just want to see what's happening with Ningguang and the others, you can do it without the forum."
"Use the phone I gave you to connect to this drone, and it will film what's happening there."
After Luo Feng finished speaking, he opened the imaginary space he carried with him and took out a drone he had gotten from Asta.
Yanqing followed Luo Feng's instructions, setting up his phone and drone as he walked forward.
When he came back to his senses, Yanqing realized that he had already arrived at the restaurant called "Wanmin Restaurant" with Luo Feng.Meanwhile, on the other side.
"Impossible, impossible!"
"How can you possess such power?"
"Even with The Power of Destiny, I shouldn't be defeated by you mortals."
Accompanied by the earth's sorrowful cry, Azhdaha looked at Ningguang, Keqing, Hu Tao, Qiqi, and the others, his voice filled with disbelief.After a round of fighting, he appeared somewhat weak.
In contrast, Qiqi, Keqing, and the others were still full of energy.And this was what Azhdaha couldn't accept.
"Being able to achieve this level is not solely due to our own strength."
Ningguang shook her head, then glanced at Cloud Retainer and Xiao hovering in the air.
Although Cloud Retainer and Xiao seemed not to have taken action,those in the battle, Ningguang and the others,
could feel the power belonging to Cloud Retainer and Xiao surrounding the battlefield,
enhancing their strength while also suppressing Azhdaha's power.It was for this reason that they were able to handle Azhdaha more easily.
"Oh dear, let's not talk about that now."
"While he's down, let's capture him first."
Hu Tao said.Ningguang, Keqing, and Qiqi nodded.
Having made their decision, the four of them leaped up, landing at the four corners around Azhdaha.
As the four landed, the ground beneath their feet suddenly lit up.
In an instant, a rune with Keqing and the other three as the base automatically reappeared and spread all the way to Azhdaha's feet.
"This... what is this?!"
"Wait, it's you!"
Azhdaha's eyes widened as he looked at Cloud Retainer and Xiao.
"Have you finally realized?"
"If you were fully awake, you would never have noticed our methods only now."
Xiao stood in the air, quite calm.
"In order to seal you without harming you,""this immortal could only choose this formation."
"Azhdaha, we will now work together to reseal you."
As Cloud Retainer's words fell.
A ray of light shot out from her and Xiao, landing in the formation below.
Immediately, the energy from Ningguang, Keqing, Qiqi, and Hu Tao transformed into chains, shooting rapidly towards Azhdaha, each binding one of Azhdaha's legs.
Azhdaha suddenly felt his body weaken, and the remaining power within him drained at a terrifying speed.
"Damn it! A thousand years ago, Morax sealed me underground."
"A thousand years later, are you going to seal me underground?"
"And you even hypocritically say you can't bear to hurt me?"
Azhdaha let out an angry roar.
He tried his best to break free from the restraints of the spell, but Keqing, Ningguang, and the others gave him no such opportunity.
Highly condensed Path Power erupted from their bodies, shooting directly into the sky.
At the same time, the chains transformed from Path Power also became more secure.
"Azhdaha, you are wrong. We are not being hypocritical; we genuinely do not wish to harm you."
Xiao shook his head, his gaze complex.Facing his former comrade, even the usually taciturn Xiao couldn't help but speak a few more words to Azhdaha.
However, Azhdaha did not appreciate these words.
"Nonsense!"
Azhdaha still refused to give up, continuing to struggle while roaring towards Xiao and Cloud Retainer.
"General Alatus, Cloud Retainer, what if you have stepped onto a Path?"
"One day, you will become useless to Morax."
"At that time, he will treat you just as he treated me. Destroying what he doesn't need, like a butcher traversing the wilderness!"
Cloud Retainer and Xiao both frowned upon hearing Azhdaha's mad words.
Just then, Mountain Shaper descended from the sky with Kunjun, arriving at the edge of the formation.
"You are?"
Azhdaha's eyes widened instantly as he sensed the aura emanating from Kunjun.
"You should be able to sense it, Azhdaha. Because I am you."
"You pried open the seal, allowing your power, imbued with resentment, to leave the seal and manifest as a child."
"Then you had this child control the miners to touch the seal. You intended to use those miners to work with you, from the inside and out, to completely break the seal."
"However, you didn't notice that when you pried open the seal, some of your good intentions also left the seal."
Kunjun said.
"You said… good intentions?"
Azhdaha was puzzled.Kunjun shook his head and sighed:
"Too much time has passed; so much that today's people and even the ancient geovishaps no longer know the secrets of the past."
"Never mind, since Morax has not yet returned, let me tell you, my other self."
Kunjun took a deep breath, organized his thoughts, and said:
"Azhdaha, you were once Morax's closest friend and comrade, with a lifespan far exceeding that of humans."
"However, just like all long-lived species on this continent of Teyvat, your long lifespan naturally subjected you to the 'Erosion' of time."
"Just as memories stored in rocks do not last long, the longer the time, the more blurred the memories become."
"Just as only extremely strong emotions can remain within."
"Due to the influence of 'Erosion,' you gradually lost the ability to think rationally, causing you to slowly forget the faces of old friends and the fact that you once personally guarded Liyue Harbor."
"Eventually, you became irritable, extremely aggressive, and attacked humans and Liyue."
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Chapter 443: Because of the Path, The Sustainer of Heavenly Principles Opened Her Eyes
[Dehya: Although I already knew that Azhdaha became like this due to Erosion, hearing these words now still makes me quite uncomfortable.]
[Kaeya: However, even if Azhdaha intended to unleash his malice upon Liyue due to Erosion, he also divided off Kunjun, who represented his good intentions, to seek help from Xiao and others.]
[Dvalin: This guy, he's really something else.]
[Apep:...]
[Osial: Tsk, how boring. If you want revenge, why not be more direct? To even split off some good intentions.]
[Dehya: This Osial, isn't he worried that Ningguang and the others will resolve the situation with Azhdaha and then come for him?Isn't he afraid that the Geo Archon will 'visit' him after returning from Xianzhou Luofu?]
[Tartaglia: Osial is, after all, the Overlord of the Vortex. I think even if Ningguang and the others, and the Geo Archon, gained a Path, the Overlord of the Vortex would surely dare to fight. Don't you agree, Osial?]
[Osial:...]
[Tartaglia: Hmm? Why aren't you answering me, Overlord of the Vortex Osial?]
[Dvalin: That guy, he's probably scared.]
[Andrius: Having seen Ningguang, Keqing, and Qiqi demonstrate Path Power on this continent of Teyvat, a brief calculation reveals Morax's current strength.]
[Barbatos: So, Osial really is scared, ehe.]
[Osial: Hmph, how could I be scared? I just don't want to bother with that mortal. What if Morax gained a Path? One day, I will also gain a Path.]
[Dvalin: Really? I don't believe it.]
[Andrius: Don't believe it either.]
[Barbatos: Don't believe it, plus one.]
[Osial: You guys...]
"You lie! It was the humans who first attacked the ley lines I depended on for survival!"
"That's why I attacked them."
Azhdaha roared at Kunjun.
"That is true, which is why you attacked the Chasm, leading to that great battle with Morax."
Kunjun sighed slightly and continued:
"Initially, the people of Liyue, in order to expand their territory and develop production, went into the mountains to mine."
"Excessive mining triggered tremors in the ley lines, causing 'us' immense suffering."
"'Erosion' made 'us' even more like beasts."
"Though unwilling, 'we' continuously lost the ability to coexist with humans, becoming… irrational."
"Morax separated his power to prevent 'our' further Erosion, but it was in vain."
"This is not surprising, even after Morax gained The Power of Destiny of Preservation, trying to use it to stop 'our' Erosion still yielded minimal results."
"Perhaps, if Morax had gained the Path earlier, when 'we' had not yet fallen into such madness, the power of Path of Preservation would have been more useful to us."
"Or, if 'we' ourselves had gained The Power of Destiny of Preservation, 'Erosion' might have been slightly alleviated."
"However, if 'we' really had the chance to gain a Path, given 'our' current state, the Path of Remembrance would probably be the best choice."
"After all, the Path of Remembrance seems to be more effective in inhibiting Erosion."
Azhdaha: "…"
Kunjun took a deep breath, his eyes suddenly becoming incredibly profound.
"You must have forgotten, but I still remember."
"Because I represent the final contract between Azhdaha and Morax."
"Back then, at the moment he was about to lose his last bit of sanity, Azhdaha willingly allowed himself to be sealed underground by Morax."
Kunjun said.
"No, that's impossible."
"How could I have made such a final contract with Morax?!"
Azhdaha shook his head and roared.Kunjun's words had a strong impact on Azhdaha's psyche,
causing him to struggle even more violently, trying to break free from the chains that Keqing, Ningguang, Hu Tao, and Qiqi had bound to his feet.
However, although Keqing, Ningguang, and the others were surprised by Kunjun's words, they did not relax their grip.
Therefore, Azhdaha's struggles could not shake the chains formed by Path Power.
Kunjun saw the frantically struggling Azhdaha, stepped forward two paces with a solemn expression, and looked directly into Azhdaha's eyes.
"Azhdaha, you can be angry, but you cannot deny me. Because I am you."
"I am the remnant of Azhdaha's good nature, representing the will of contracts, a lofty heart, and the peaceful desire to coexist with humans."
Kunjun said.
"No! I am Azhdaha, a creation of elemental crystallization, bearing the power and memories of the earth."
"I am as old as the mountains and seas, and I am certainly not an ally of mere ants."
Azhdaha roared and struggled, unwilling to admit the truth of Kunjun's words in his heart.
However, he could genuinely feel the same origin energy on Kunjun.This fact made Azhdaha even more conflicted and irritable.
So much so that he began to struggle wildly regardless of the harm to himself.
Cloud Retainer's brows furrowed tightly upon seeing this scene.
"We can't delay any longer."
"Otherwise, Azhdaha will be severely damaged, which will go against the initial plan."
After Cloud Retainer finished speaking, she looked at Xiao, then at Ningguang, Keqing, Qiqi, and Hu Tao, who were located in the four directions around Azhdaha.
Ningguang, Keqing, Hu Tao, and Qiqi received instructions from Cloud Retainer and no longer held back.
Buzz!
Dazzling light burst from their bodies, and intense Path energy dissipated.
Along with the Path energy fully unleashed by Xiao and Cloud Retainer, it shot straight into the sky.
Instantly, Azhdaha felt that he had lost all his strength, and the elemental power remaining in his body drained away at a terrifying speed.
"It seems it's about to end."
Kunjun sighed, raised his right hand, and aimed it at Azhdaha
."Heavenly Edict, Mountain and Sea Transformation..."
Pure white light emanated from Kunjun's body and quickly fell upon Azhdaha.
"...Stars Born in the Wilderness, Brilliant as the Scorching Sun..."
Azhdaha was startled, a trace of confusion flashing in his eyes.
"Strange, what is this feeling? These are..."
Azhdaha murmured to himself, his gaze falling upon Kunjun.Kunjun noticed Azhdaha's confusion and spoke:
"You will disappear soon. Before that, I will share these with you.""Even if these cannot leave a mark in your heart and will soon disappear."
"But at least at this moment, you can remember some of the past contracts with Morax."
Azhdaha fell silent and stopped struggling.
"Morax..."
After a moment, accompanied by a sigh, Azhdaha's body rapidly shrank and merged into a spherical orb at the center of the formation.
Cloud Retainer and Xiao's eyes narrowed, and they raised their hands to form seals.
Ningguang, Keqing, Qiqi, Hu Tao, and others, along with their own Path Power, burst forth and quickly converged onto the spherical orb.
Buzz!
Accompanied by the dazzling light and Path energy dissipating like ribbons,A glass-like barrier reappeared on the surface of the spherical orb.
Cloud Retainer raised her hand and waved, and the glass orb containing Azhdaha automatically flew into her hand.
"Thus, the matter should be temporarily concluded."
Cloud Retainer murmured.
.........
Meanwhile, on the other side.
Celestia.
The Sustainer of Heavenly Principles, who was sleeping with her eyes closed, frowned and suddenly opened her eyes.
A trace of doubt flashed in her eyes, and she reached out to grasp a particle of Path energy that drifted before her.
"This is... power that doesn't belong to Teyvat Continent?"
The Sustainer of Heavenly Principles's brow furrowed even tighter.
She lowered her head, her gaze following the trajectory of the Path energy particle as it flew.
After a moment, the place where Ningguang and the others contended with Azhdaha appeared within The Sustainer of Heavenly Principles's perception.
"Power that doesn't belong to Teyvat Continent comes from Liyue."
"And it's not just one stream, and it was used to deal with that Geo Dragon?"
"What is Morax doing?"
The Sustainer of Heavenly Principles muttered discontentedly, about to use her authority to summon Morax to Celestia for questioning.But soon, she froze in place.
"The Geo Archon's aura has disappeared?"
"Not just him, the Geo Archon's Gnosis has also disappeared."
"What exactly happened during the time I was asleep?"
The Sustainer of Heavenly Principles's brow furrowed tighter and tighter.
The fact that someone on Teyvat Continent was using power that didn't belong to Teyvat Continent was something The Sustainer of Heavenly Principles could still understand.
After all, there would always be some people who didn't belong to Teyvat Continent descending upon this land and bringing some power that didn't belong to Teyvat Continent.
Although the Path energy particles that drifted to Celestia made The Sustainer of Heavenly Principles feel they were somewhat special, overall, this was still acceptable to The Sustainer of Heavenly Principles.
But the disappearance of the Geo Archon along with his Geo Gnosis was something The Sustainer of Heavenly Principles could not accept.
"It seems necessary to thoroughly investigate what happened during my slumber... Wait, what is this?"
"Teyvat... Forum?!"The Sustainer of Heavenly Principles looked at the Teyvat Forum panel that suddenly appeared before her, her eyes filled with confusion.
.........
Liyue.
"Now, I guess the matter is concluded."
"I just got back and haven't even had time to rest, and something like this happened again."
"Ah, I'm really exhausted."
Hu Tao stretched lazily and said.
"Don't say that, Azhdaha is Rex Lapis's comrade after all."
Ningguang shook her head and looked at Kunjun, who was talking to Xiao and Cloud Retainer.Kunjun seemed to sense Ningguang's gaze, turned around, and walked over.
"Everyone, thank you for your trouble."
"Thanks to your help, the other me was able to calm down so quickly."
Kunjun said.
"You're too kind, this is what we should do."
"Furthermore, Liyue did indeed have a period of excessive Ley Line mining in the past."
Ningguang shook her head and said.Although this history was very ancient, as Tianquan Star, Ningguang naturally had the means to know about it.
"Haha, those are things of the past. There's no need to worry too much about the current Liyue."
Kunjun waved his hand and said with a smile.
"Um... what are your plans after this?"
Keqing walked up to Ningguang and asked.
"There isn't much time left for my consciousness to remain awake."
"Later, I will also merge into the sealing device in Cloud Retainer's hand."
"Afterward, I entrust this man I'm possessing to you."
Kunjun smiled.
"Of course."
Keqing said repeatedly.
"Um, do you have to go back?"
"Is there no way to stay?"Qiqi walked over and said weakly.Kunjun lowered his head and looked at Qiqi with a smile.
"This is something that cannot be helped. After all, I am a part of Azhdaha."
"Although saying goodbye is a regrettable thing, being able to see you awake, meet old friends from the past, and take a look at the present Liyue, I am already very satisfied."
As Kunjun was speaking, a faint white light reappeared on his body.
"It seems, the time has come."
"It's just a pity I couldn't see Morax."
"I hope to meet him in a more conscious state next time."
Kunjun nodded to Ningguang, Qiqi, and the others, then turned to face Xiao and Cloud Retainer.
Subsequently, a white halo of light flew out from Kunjun's body, quickly merging into the glass sphere in Cloud Retainer's hand.
"Azhdaha..."
Cloud Retainer sighed and looked at Ningguang and the others.
"Next, I plan to take Azhdaha to where he should exist, so I won't be returning to Liyue with you."
"As for the miners who were controlled by Azhdaha to break the seal, I will bring them back later."
As Cloud Retainer finished speaking, she transformed into a bird and quickly disappeared from everyone's sight.
Xiao did the same.
"They've left already?"
Hu Tao said with her arms crossed and a pout."The adepti still need to handle the matter of the Azhdaha."
"Speaking of which, I suddenly feel like there's another reason for you to start live streaming, Ningguang."
Keqing looked at the pensive Ningguang and said.
"Yes, the people of Liyue need to know about the matter concerning the Azhdaha."
"Although such a thing happened, the people of Liyue should not hate the Azhdaha."
"Moreover, we should avoid the excessive exploitation of ley lines for development that occurred in the past."
Ningguang said.
"Simply live streaming on the forum is not enough; after we return, we should draft a document and issue a public notice."
Keqing's expression was serious, appearing very earnest.
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Chapter 444: Yelan also wants to become a Navigator? She'll have to compete for the position!
"Ningguang, only through a written document can we more effectively avoid repeating the mistakes related to the Azhdaha."
Keqing said with a serious expression.
"Naturally."
"After I return, I will take some time to draft the relevant document."
Ningguang nodded to Keqing and said.
Both Keqing and Ningguang believed that most Liyue people, after seeing the situation in the forum live stream, would choose to consciously abide by the rules.
But it's hard to say that some people won't disregard everything and mine the ley lines again due to greed.
Only by strictly prohibiting it with harsh laws can they ensure that no one will disturb the Azhdaha again.
Although the Azhdaha intended to attack Liyue this time, there was still the Azhdaha's benevolent will to prevent it all~.
Therefore, neither Ningguang nor Keqing wanted to treat the Azhdaha as Liyue's enemy.
Furthermore, although the current Azhdaha has been severely worn down by 'erosion'.
Perhaps in the future, he can regain consciousness through the Path.
At that time, the Azhdaha will be able to protect Liyue together with Rex Lapis, the adepti, and the people of Liyue once again.
Given this possibility, Ningguang and Keqing could not show any emotion of hatred towards the Azhdaha, no matter what.
"The matter of the laws is your job, so I'll leave it to you."
Keqing said to Ningguang, her peripheral vision suddenly catching sight of something hovering not far away.
"Is that... a drone?"
"There shouldn't be such a thing on the Teyvat Continent, right?
Keqing looked at the drone rapidly disappearing into the sky and muttered curiously.
"I think that should be Luo Feng's possession."
Ningguang said.
As someone close to Luo Feng, Ningguang could naturally tell that the drone belonged to Luo Feng.
"I see, then it's nothing."
Keqing nodded.
"Let's go back first, there's still a lot for us to do in Liyue."
"Most importantly, Luo Feng is still there."
Ningguang said.
After getting the agreement of Keqing and the others, Ningguang raised her hand to end the live stream she had started on the forum and turned to hurry towards Liyue.
Although the video had gone black, many Liyue people still hadn't closed Ningguang's post.
[Chef Mao: What Lady Ningguang and Lady Keqing said is right, we Liyue people really shouldn't hate the Azhdaha, he has sacrificed too much for us.
Even though he went mad due to 'erosion', he could still separate a benevolent will to find a way to stop his maddened self.]
[Iron Tongue Tian: I've decided, I'm going to tell the story of the Azhdaha more times from now on.]
[Tea Master: Besides storytelling, I must also warn the people of Liyue not to over-exploit the ley lines.]
[Yun Jin: Kunjun's act of stopping himself today can also be added to the story of the Azhdaha.]
[Xinyan: I also need to compose a song for the Azhdaha. Speaking of which, although the matter is over now,I still feel surprised when I think back. I didn't expect Lady Ningguang and the others to resolve this matter so quickly.]
[Tartaglia: Yes! Even with the adepti intervening, to re-seal him so quickly with almost no harm to the Azhdaha, isn't that too exaggerated?]
[Moon Carver: Even I am quite surprised.]
[Mountain Shaper: Compared to mortals like Ningguang and the others, we didn't help much at all.]
[Yelan: One can only say that the Path's boost to a person's power is truly immense.]
[Beidou: Yes, Path Power is indeed something to aspire to.]
After leaving a message on the forum, Beidou looked up again at Luo Feng, who was sitting at a table in Wanmin Restaurant, the seat she had led him to, holding a teacup and gazing at the sky.
She recalled the performance of Ningguang, Hu Tao, and the others in their confrontation with the Azhdaha earlier,
and her heart yearned even more to become a Navigator for the Astral Express,so that she could gain the power of the Trailblazer's Path, which she most desired among the Paths.
"Here it is, my latest developed dish, everyone please try it quickly."
Xiangling carried a large plate of food and placed it on the table in front of Luo Feng.
She looked happily at Luo Feng, then followed his gaze to the sky, and finally returned her gaze to Luo Feng.
" Luo Feng, what are you looking at? Is there something in the sky?"
Xiangling asked.
"Heh heh."
Luo Feng looked at Xiangling and nodded slightly.
"Yes, I saw someone open their eyes in the sky."
The Sustainer of Heavenly Principles opened her eyes, and her gaze swept across Liyue.Luo Feng could naturally sense this.
He even noticed that The Sustainer of Heavenly Principles's gaze finally settled on the area where Keqing, Ningguang, Cloud Retainer, and the others had battled the Azhdaha.
After all, her waking up was directly related to Ningguang, Keqing, Hu Tao, and the others.In the previous battle, Ningguang and the others used The Power of Destiny without concealment.
Some of the overflowing Path energy directly rushed towards the location of the Celestia.
Originally, the Path power that erupted from the battle between Dr., Apep, and Candace in Aaru Village had already affected The Sustainer of Heavenly Principles's slumber.
With Ningguang, Cloud Retainer, and the others doing it again like this.
The Sustainer of Heavenly Principles finally woke up.
As for what this awakened Sustainer of Heavenly Principles intended to do, Luo Feng was somewhat curious.
During his slumber, the Teyvat Continent had undergone earth-shattering changes, and even the former Greater Lord Rukkhadevata had returned.
Luo Feng would be the first to not believe it if someone said The Sustainer of Heavenly Principles wouldn't react.
Fortunately, Greater Lord Rukkhadevata was currently on the Astral Express, helping to organize the knowledge base,
and the Astral Express had sufficient capability to isolate Greater Lord Rukkhadevata from The Sustainer of Heavenly Principles's scrutiny.
Otherwise, The Sustainer of Heavenly Principles would probably have already descended before Greater Lord Rukkhadevata by now.
"Someone in the sky, and they opened their eyes?"
Xiangling heard what Luo Feng said and looked up at the sky with some suspicion.
Not just Xiangling, but Yelan, Beidou, and even Yanqing and Topaz all looked up at the sky.
However, unfortunately, with the current level of Xiangling, Yelan, and Beidou,they could not sense the gaze from The Sustainer of Heavenly Principles.
However, Yanqing and Topaz, after being reminded by Luo Feng, showed thoughtful expressions.
"Haha, just pretend I was talking nonsense, Xiangling."
"It's no big deal."Luo Feng slightly shook his head at Xiangling and said.
Yes, it's no big deal.At least for Xiangling, it's no big deal.
After all, matters concerning The Sustainer of Heavenly Principles don't require Xiangling to handle.
"Oh, I see. Alright then."
The cheerful Xiangling, after hearing Luo Feng's words, indeed no longer cared about the gaze from the person in the sky.
At this moment, the voice of Xiangling's father, Chef Mao, reached here.
Hearing Chef Mao's words, Xiangling's face broke into a bright smile, and she said to Luo Feng:
" Luo Feng, my dad's new dish is ready. Please wait a little longer, I'll bring it over to you right away."
As she finished speaking, Xiangling's figure had already darted far away.
"Xiangling is as lively and cheerful as ever."
"Sometimes I really envy her."
Beidou looked at Xiangling's retreating figure with some emotion.
"Captain Beidou, do you also envy other people's lives?"
"Your life on the Fire Sea must be quite exciting, right?"
Luo Feng asked with interest.
"That's not what I meant. I just suddenly feel a bit envious of Xiangling's simplicity."Beidou shook her head and said.
"Ho! I feel like you have something hidden in your words, Beidou."
Luo Feng raised an eyebrow, becoming even more interested in Beidou's answer.
"There's nothing I can do. After all, Luo Feng, you said someone in the sky opened their eyes."
"A simple girl like Xiangling probably wouldn't care."
"But for someone like me, it's hard not to care."
Beidou said.
"Indeed! Speaking of the person in the sky, I can only think of that one."
Yelan murmured.
The identity of The Sustainer of Heavenly Principles and the heavenly principles is a secret to those outside the Seven Gods.
It should be said, it was originally a secret.But because of the special existence of Lumine, who occasionally posts remarks about "The Sustainer of Heavenly Principles" in the forum.
This also allowed some interested individuals to know that there is a deity in the sky whose status is very likely above the Seven Archons of Teyvat's mortal realm
.Coincidentally, Yelan and Beidou are members of these interested individuals.
" Luo Feng, could you elaborate?"
Yelan took a deep breath and asked Luo Feng.
"What's there to talk about? Even if I tell you, it will only add to your troubles."
"Instead of these, weren't you all just discussing with me about becoming the Navigator for the Astral Express route from Liyue to Xianzhou Luofu?"
Luo Feng chuckled.
Yelan: "..."
Beidou: "..."
What Luo Feng said was correct, but after hearing the words he had previously said that might involve the heavenly principles,Beidou and Yelan still couldn't calm down.
Especially after seeing Yanqing and Topaz also show thoughtful expressions after looking at the sky.
That being said, Yelan and Beidou also had to admit.
If that person in the sky really intended to intervene, their combined strength indeed couldn't do anything.
If there was someone who could do something, perhaps it was only Luo Feng, who was right in front of them.
Thinking of this, Beidou and Yelan's gazes towards Luo Feng became unusually fervent.
"The way you two are looking at me so enthusiastically makes me feel a bit embarrassed."
"Or are you finally deciding to bring the topic back to the Navigator issue?"
Luo Feng asked Beidou and Yelan with a smile.
"Does Luo Feng have a suitable candidate in mind?"
Yelan asked.
Although she was more curious about the heavenly principles now,At this moment, she felt it would be better to follow Luo Feng's topic.
"Speaking of suitable candidates, there are indeed one or two."
Luo Feng nodded at Yelan and Beidou.
After all, these two were people Ningguang had specifically recommended.
"However, this time, I've decided to use another method to select the Navigator for the Liyue to Xianzhou Luofu route."
Luo Feng continued.
"Another method?"
Yelan's face showed a curious expression.Luo Feng slightly nodded and said:
"This time, I intend to give more people a chance."
"Anyone who wants to become the Navigator for the Liyue to Xianzhou Luofu route can come and register with me."
"Ultimately, the Navigator will be born from all the applicants."
Upon hearing this, La Signora, who had been silent for a long time, her eyes lit up, and she asked:
" Luo Feng, do you mean that all applicants will compete in front of you to become the Navigator?"
Luo Feng shook his head and said:
"Because it is the Liyue to Xianzhou Luofu route, it represents Liyue's interests."
"Therefore, only those who have Liyue in their hearts can register."
"It's also fine if they are not from Liyue, but they must be foreign talents who consider Liyue's interests to participate."
"Furthermore, this 'competition' is not the kind of competition you imagine."
After all, he himself is only responsible for providing the "Blessing" that makes it easier for applicants to embark on the "Trailblaze" Path,The final Navigator is not chosen by him, but decided through competition among the applicants.
"I see, only those who have Liyue's interests at heart can participate."
La Signora lowered her head with some disappointment.
She had originally been thinking if she could participate, even if she couldn't participate herself due to her work as a Fatui Harbinger, she could still recommend some people to participate.
But now it seems this idea is certainly going to fall through.
"Isn't that natural? After all, this is a route Luo Feng specifically created for Liyue."
Beidou smiled and looked in Luo Feng's direction.
"Since that's the case, I'll register first."
"Is that alright, Luo Feng?"
Beidou asked."Naturally, it is."
"How about this, I'll post something on the Teyvat Forum."
"You can just register under my post."
Luo Feng said.
"Registering in the forum? This way, everyone who registers will know who their opponents are."
Yelan rested her hand on her chin, muttering.
"What's wrong? Are you worried about this?"
Luo Feng smiled and looked in Yelan's direction.
"Not at all," Yelan shook her head and said,
"It's just that I feel this way, everyone can be prepared for their opponents."
"After knowing that there are strong opponents among the competitors, people will be more motivated to prepare."
"Or rather, is this exactly what Luo Feng wants?"
"Something like that," Luo Feng smiled, "So, are you going to register publicly, Miss Yelan?"
As he spoke, Luo Feng had already posted on the forum,Explaining matters related to registering to become a Navigator for the Liyue to Xianzhou Luofu route
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Chapter 445: Childe Wants to See Luo Feng, Tragically Intercepted by the Millelith
"Naturally, I can't miss such an opportunity."
Yelan smiled, then opened her Teyvat Forum panel,And found Luo Feng's information from her special attention list.
When she found his latest post on Luo Feng's information page,Apart from Beidou who had already registered, many others had already signed up.
The forum comment section was constantly refreshing at a speed of hundreds of comments per second.
[Xingyan: I... what did I see? Luo Feng actually plans to choose the Astral Express's Navigator in this manner this time?!]
[Xingqiu: Public selection? Anyone who is devoted to Liyue can participate, even foreigners?!]
[Iron Tongue Tian: This doesn't seem impossible. Even if they are foreigners, if it's for Liyue, it's quite good.]
[Xingqiu: So, does this competition require us to showcase our talents to Luo Feng?And then Lord Luo Feng will choose the person he is most satisfied with to be the Navigator?][Chongyun: Isn't the selection based on a person's combat ability?]
[Xingqiu: As a Navigator, strong combat power is indeed needed. However, after becoming a Navigator, Luo Feng will bestow the Trailblaze Path.
If that's the case, whether a person has combat power before becoming a Navigator is not an important matter, perhaps.]
[Dehya: It's not impossible. Candace, Amber, and I have danced for Luo Feng before,So I think for Luo Feng, a person's dance skills are more important than their combat ability.]
[Amber: I recall the time when I worked hard to practice dancing.]
[Eula: If that's the case, perhaps women have an advantage over men? Luo Feng seems to have never watched men dance before.]
[Xingqiu: In that case, won't I lose my chance? No, Luo Feng's post did not restrict gender, which means men also have a chance.]
[Tea Master: Perhaps Luo Feng will not only choose based on dancing this time, but also based on other talents, such as storytelling?]
[Gaming: Such as lion dance?]
[Yun Jin: Opera, that should be possible too.]
[Xingyan: Regardless, I'll sign up first, and then quickly rehearse a performance.]
[Yun Jin: Indeed.]
[Gaming: Since that's the case, I'll join too.]
[Keqing: Luo Feng is choosing in this way? Perhaps I can also...]
[Cloud Retainer: As for talent, this Adeptus is not lacking...]
[Albert: So many people are planning to perform for Lord Luo Feng, it's truly enviable!]
......
Liyue, Wanmin Restaurant.
As time passed, the business of Wanmin Restaurant became increasingly popular.
A large number of diners flooded into Wanmin Restaurant, and many people even queued outside Wanmin Restaurant.
This even included some diners who originally planned to eat at Liyue's two major restaurants, Liuli Pavilion and Xinyue Kiosk.
Some Millelith noticed the situation here and immediately arranged a large number of soldiers to come here to maintain Order, in case something bad happened.
Given this situation, even Tartaglia, who arrived at Wanmin Restaurant a little later, could only fall behind.
"There are so many people."
Tartaglia looked at the long queue in front of him, his eyes instantly widened."
There's nothing we can do about it.
Who told Luo Feng to be dining inside right now?"
"Hopefully, these diners who come to Wanmin Restaurant won't disturb Luo Feng."
"Also, the queue is long enough. Those who come later should go back first."
"If there are too many people, it might displease Luo Feng."
Millelith soldier Zhenxiang heard Tartaglia's voice and turned his head to look.
However, after recognizing Tartaglia's identity, Zhenxiang's expression immediately became serious.
There was nothing he could do. Who told the person in front of him to be the famous Fatui Harbinger?
"I can't go in anymore? Can't you be flexible?"
Tartaglia asked.
"No, the higher-ups have issued a relevant Order."
"Let alone you, even Liyue people can't go in at this time."
Zhenxiang said to Tartaglia with a stern face.
Even if the person in front of him was a Fatui Harbinger, in Order for Luo Feng to have a comfortable dining environment, Zhenxiang went all out.
He had already decided that no matter who it was, they wouldn't be able to pass him at this time.
Just then, a gentle voice sounded beside him.
"Hello, can I pass?"
"Of course..."
Zhenxiang turned his head to look in the direction of the voice, and Ganyu's figure appeared before his eyes.
"Of course you can, Lady Ganyu, please."
Zhenxiang respectfully moved aside, clearing the way for Ganyu.
"Thank you."Ganyu nodded and passed Tartaglia to enter Wanmin Restaurant.
"Hey, didn't you say that no one could go in at this time?"
"What's the deal with her? She can go in, why can't I?"
Tartaglia pointed at Ganyu's back and asked Zhenxiang.
Zhenxiang raised his head and looked at Tartaglia as if he were looking at a foolish child.
"What is your status, and what is Lady Ganyu's status?"
"Is there any comparison?"
Zhenxiang said.
Tartaglia: "..."
For the first time, Tartaglia felt that his Harbinger status wasn't that great.
"Alright, alright, you should leave quickly."
"Even if you are a Fatui Harbinger, I cannot let you pass at this time."
"Besides, don't you Fatui already have someone next to Luo Feng?"
"Why do you still insist on squeezing in?"
Zhenxiang waved his hand at Tartaglia and said.
"That woman La Signora doesn't represent me."
"Hey, kid, how about I give you some Mora and you let me pass?"
Tartaglia approached Zhenxiang and asked in a low voice.
"What are you talking about? I'm a Millelith. Do you think I would do something that violates military regulations?"
"Leave quickly, otherwise I can't guarantee what will happen next!"
Zhenxiang's expression turned serious as he said.
Obviously, Tartaglia's previous words made him very unhappy.
Not only Zhenxiang, but some Liyue residents who had been paying attention to the situation here for a long time also frowned.
This included members of the Yanshang Teahouse silently waiting for Yelan outside Wanmin Restaurant, as well as Alcors crew waiting for Beidou.
Huixing of Alcors crew:"Did you hear that? That Fatui Harbinger actually tried to bribe our Millelith."
Furong of Alcors crew: "I saw it, haha, it feels a bit funny. How could the Millelith accept bribes? I couldn't do it before."
Chongzuo of Alcors crew: "Huh? Did you ever want to bribe the Millelith?"
Furong: "Those are some dark histories, don't mention them. By the way, you said that Fatui Harbinger is so eager to meet Luo Feng, could it be that he also wants to sign up and perform a program for Luo Feng?"
Huixing: "It's not impossible. That guy must have seen Luo Feng's post on the Teyvat Forum. But he's a man, does he really have a chance to become our Captain Beidou's rival?"
Furong: "I feel in my heart that guy definitely has no chance, but Luo Feng didn't limit the Navigator's gender to female, so I don't dare to speak too definitively."
Chongzuo nodded after hearing the conversation between Huixing and Furong, and said:
"I think so too. But then again, so many people want to participate in this Navigator competition."
"Mister Yun of the Yun-Han Opera Troupe, Keqing of The Seven Stars of Liyue, and even that Adeptus Cloud Retainer all seem to be planning to prepare a program for Luo Feng."
"Thinking about it this way, it's really quite admirable and enviable."
Hearing this, Furong's mouth curved up, and she said to her companion Chongzuo:
"No wonder, after all, a situation where so many beautiful women prepare programs for Luo Feng is something you probably won't encounter in your entire life."
"Speaking of which, you didn't mention Sister Beidou earlier. Aren't you envious that Sister Beidou might also bring a program for Luo Feng?"
"You should have seen it too, Sister Beidou has already put her name down in Luo Feng's post."
Huixing nodded and smiled:
"That's right, even though Sister Beidou said she wasn't planning to learn dancing before."
"But I know she's still privately strengthening her dance training..."
Chongzuo's mouth twitched, and he looked at his two companions in embarrassment:
"I'm telling you guys, don't spill the beans."
"For a situation like this, how could I not be envious?"
"Don't even mention me, ask the male companions around you, which one dares to say he isn't envious?"
As Chongzuo's words fell, the surrounding men greatly agreed, and even the Liyue soldier Zhenxiang nodded repeatedly.
On the other hand, Childe Tartaglia had no reaction."
Is it really that enviable that many people might perform for Luo Feng or something?"
"Shouldn't the fact that someone might become a Navigator through this election and obtain the trailblazers path be more enviable?"
"But... signing up in Luo Feng's post? If I sign up, I should be able to meet Luo Feng, right?"
Tartaglia crossed his arms and muttered.
"Stop pretending, I don't believe you're not even a little bit envious of this."
"Wait, you said you want to sign up in the post?"
Zhenxiang asked in surprise.
"That's right, so can you let me through now?"
Tartaglia smiled.
"What are you talking about? I already said I can't let you through."
"Speaking of which, the reason you're signing up, could it be that you actually want to sneak into the group to watch the performances that Lady Keqing and Beidou are preparing for Luo Feng?"
Zhenxiang asked with a frown.
"What? There's such a thing?!"
"You fellow, you're too cunning."
Chongzuo looked over unhappily.
"Aha, it seems many people will indeed be envious that Beidou and Yun Jin will perform for Luo Feng."
"Never mind, I'll leave for now."
Tartaglia looked at Zhenxiang and Chongzuo, who were staring at him, and finally knew that he wouldn't have the chance to enter Wanmin Restaurant now.
He shook his head, walked to a corner nearby, and silently waited for Luo Feng, La Signora, and others to come out of Wanmin Restaurant.
...
Wanmin Restaurant, inside.
"...You mean, Ningguang sent you to tell me that she hopes I will set the location for the competition at the Jade Chamber?"
Luo Feng put down his teacup and looked up at Ganyu.
"Yes, although Lady Ningguang is still on her way back."
"But she has already seen the post you published on the forum, Luo Feng."
"She thinks that since it is a competition hosted by Luo Feng, it should naturally have a better venue."
Ganyu nodded and said.
"Also, I have received news that many people have already started preparing programs, or have already prepared them."
Ganyu said.
"I see..."
Luo Feng rested his cheek on one hand, feeling a bit emotional in his heart.
"Since everyone has started preparing programs, or has already prepared them."
"If I don't let everyone perform, it would be a bit too unreasonable."
"Alright, as you said, let's set the location on the Jade Chamber."
Luo Feng nodded and said.
Originally, he just planned to gather the applicants and then apply the "Blessing" buff to everyone himself,
So that the applicants could have a chance to gain the favor of the Trailblaze Path through their own efforts.
But looking at the current situation, it seems that the applicants have somewhat misunderstood this matter,
to the extent that they have started some preparations that were originally unnecessary.
Luo Feng felt helpless about this, but at the same time, he was a little curious about what kind of performances these applicants would bring him.
Thinking of this, Luo Feng looked at Yelan, then at Beidou, and finally fixed his gaze on Ganyu.
" Luo Feng, is there something on me?"
Ganyu noticed Luo Feng's gaze and asked doubtfully.
"Nothing, I just saw that you also signed up in my post."
"I'm a bit curious, what kind of performance have you prepared?"
Luo Feng asked.
"This... that..."
Ganyu lowered her head shyly.
"Hehe, your master asked you to sign up, right, Ganyu?"
Luo Feng said.
"You... you know?"
Ganyu raised her head in surprise.
...