Keqing: Let Me See Your Business License

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"Then I will thank Mr. Mr. Chen Luo on behalf of Master Hu Tao."

"You're welcome, you're welcome, but to be honest, isn't the discount at Wangsheng Funeral Parlor a bit too much? Isn't buying 2 and getting 3 free a bit excessive?" Chen Luo asked curiously.

"If it's a buy 2 get 3 free deal, then we can still make a profit, so there's no need to worry about that," Zhongli said as he picked out the Geo Archon statue to give to Hu Tao at the stall.

"That's good. I recommend the one you have here, the one that moves, I think Hu Tao would like to play with it."

"...Thank you for the reminder." Zhongli wholeheartedly agreed with Chen Luo's suggestion.

As for how much respect Hu Tao has for the Geo Archon, it's certain, but probably not a lot. So rather than choosing a dignified-looking one, it's better to choose a fun one.

"Isn't this Mr. Zhongli?" a voice that Chen Luo found somewhat familiar rang out.

Chen Luo looked up and saw Ningguang again.

Yes, the minutes are up, the other party is here to pick up the goods.

As for why the other party knew Zhongli? Zhongli is someone who has a relatively wide reputation among the upper class.

After all, there are only a small number of truly top talents in Liyue Harbor.

Interestingly, both Ningguang and Keqing want to recruit this human incarnation of the Rex Lapis as their subordinates.

To be honest, it's not that Chen Luo looks down on Ningguang and Keqing, but... within Liyue, the only one who can suppress Zhongli is probably Hu Tao.

"Miss Ningguang." Upon seeing her, Zhongli nodded slightly and continued to examine the Geo Archon doll that Chen Luo had recommended.

Zhongli watched Ningguang grow up, and Zhongli is the Geo Archon. Although Ningguang is Tianquan Star, Zhongli has served under so many Tianquan Star that they could fill a Jade Chamber.

"Mr. Chen Luo, is what I asked for ready?" Ningguang asked directly.

"It's done." Chen Luo nodded, then uncovered the large lump of stuff that was covered by a cloth behind him.

[Liyue Millennium] is truly a very complex game; both the pieces and the board are extremely difficult to carve.

Fortunately, Chen Luo's silk threads provided the best support in this situation.

"Yes, it's indeed exquisite, and the rune effects are quite good. I'm very satisfied." Ningguang walked over, took a look, and nodded.

These chessboards and pieces are engraved with special runes that can help people calm down and play chess. Moreover, they are exquisitely designed. Apart from the chessboards that Ningguang requested be carved from sandalwood, Ningguang couldn't tell at first what kind of wood and stone the chess pieces were made of.

The key point is that it's almost free.

[Ding! Mission complete]

"I must admit, Miss Ningguang, your [Liyue Millennium] is indeed quite complex, completely different from those circulating in the market."

"For ordinary people, the simplified rules are already complex enough. Mr. Mr. Chen Luo, the chess piece you carved is probably one of the most exquisite chess pieces I have ever seen." Ningguang, who was praised silently, did not hold back her own praise.

"Miss Ningguang, you flatter me. If you say my sculpted dolls are beautiful, I can accept that, but if you say my chess pieces are the most beautiful, the most exquisite paintings, then I dare not claim that. The most exquisite chess piece I have ever seen is that one, a masterpiece of nature, a work of divine craftsmanship, even the gods would surely praise it highly," Chen Luo said, clicking his tongue in amazement.

"Moreover, that chess piece is not only the most exquisite chess piece on the Teyvat Continent, but also the most valuable chess piece, so valuable that it cannot be bought with Mora at all."

"Oh? Mr. Chen Luo's words have piqued my curiosity. I wonder who has the flag that can't be bought with Mora now? I'm quite curious." Ningguang revealed an interested look.

"Hmm, who has them... As far as I know, there are seven of these chess pieces in total, maybe more, but that's beyond my knowledge. And these seven pieces happen to be in the hands of people from seven different countries," Chen Luo said, shaking his head.

"Seven countries and seven chess pieces? And with seven chess pieces, what kind of game can you play?"

"Hmm, who knows? Maybe it's part of a game about the entire Teyvat Continent? Or maybe it's just for fun, but this thing is definitely very valuable. Even if someone could buy this piece from its owner, it would definitely fetch a good price, and it's unlikely to be anything related to Mora."

"Involving the entire Teyvat? Mr. Chen Luo, you're exaggerating a bit."

"Exaggeration, perhaps. But I still firmly believe that Mora can't buy chess pieces. I did manage to get one by chance from a bard in Mondstadt, but the price was a lot of wine."

"Wine? A bard?"

Didn't you just say you couldn't buy it with Mora? But since you can bribe people with alcohol, why can't you buy the alcohol with Mora and then ask to buy it?

Or is this wine something special?

After pondering for a moment, Ningguang asked, "Since Mr. Chen Luo says that the chess piece is in your possession, may I take a look?"

There's still some time before the Seven Stars Immortal Conferment Ceremony, so Ningguang still has some leeway.

Of course, Ganyu took her place and went off to busy herself with various preparations.

It's fair to say that Ningguang has passed the pressure on to Ganyu.

"Here you go." Chen Luo casually tossed Venti's Gnosis to Ningguang.

"Hmm, at first glance it doesn't look very exquisite, but it has a special feel to it. Do you want to sell it?" Ningguang asked, examining the blue chess piece in her hand.

"Well... to avoid causing you trouble, it's best not to sell it. There's a group of people who are practically obsessed with getting this." Chen Luo shook his head.

Chen Luo temporarily suppressed the Wind Element activity of the Gnosis with his Five-Star Vision; otherwise, it would have blinded Ningguang as soon as he took it out.

If it leaves Chen Luo for an extended period of time, this thing will come to life, and then... it won't be able to hide anymore.

Well, although Ningguang is a Tianquan Star, if the Fatui really get shameless, they can cause Ningguang countless troubles.

And the key point is that Ningguang has absolutely no use for this thing.

"May I take a look at this chess piece?" Zhongli, who was originally choosing the Geo Archon doll for Hu Tao, stood up at some point and stared intently at the Gnosis in Ningguang's hand.

"Of course." After glancing at Chen Luo and seeing him nod, Ningguang handed the Gnosis to Zhongli.

"... Where did you get this?" After confirming several times that the thing in his hand was indeed the Anemo Archon's Gnosis, Zhongli's expression became serious.

"I already said it was given to me by a bard named Venti. What, does Mr. Zhongli recognize this chess piece?" Chen Luo asked.

"Venti...? I really don't know much about this chess piece, but it's certainly valuable. Keep it safe and don't take it out carelessly, or you might get yourself into trouble." Zhongli sighed and didn't return the chess piece to Ningguang, but instead tossed it directly to Chen Luo.

It's best to put this away as soon as possible.

As one of the original Seven Gods, Zhongli still believed in Venti's strength; if the other party didn't want to give it up, it couldn't be taken away.

Now that the Gnosis is in the other party's hands, Zhongli doesn't want to get involved in the complicated matters.

"Hmm, thank you for the reminder. It seems Mr. Zhongli is indeed a discerning person." Chen Luo put away the Gnosis and gave a friendly smile.

Ningguang looked at the chess piece that Chen Luo was putting away with slight surprise after hearing Zhongli's words.

Ningguang genuinely didn't sense what was so strange about that thing.

Perhaps Zhongli knows something.

Oh well, it's not anything important anyway.

Ningguang, however, was more interested in Chen Luo as a person.

Although Yelan has not sent back any information yet, a person who inherits immortal magic is indeed a rare talent.

"Ningguang? What are you doing here?" A slightly surprised voice rang out.

"Huh? Keqing?" Ningguang turned her head and saw a familiar face.

His brow furrowed slightly before relaxing.

If Ningguang remembers correctly, Keqing does enjoy shopping, so it's not surprising that she came here.

Chapter 322 Keqing: Show me the business license

"The Geo Archon figurines carved by this vendor are exquisite, and they have some Adeptus Inscriptions that can help relax the mind and relieve stress. You can pick out a few, and I'll pay for them," Ningguang said to Keqing.

"I see. These Geo Archon puppets are indeed lifelike, but we don't need them." After hearing Ningguang's words, Keqing glanced at Chen Luo's stall and nodded.

Judging solely from the appearance of the sample, it is indeed exquisite enough.

If, as Ningguang said, it truly possesses the blessing of Adeptus Inscriptions, then it is indeed a bargain.

"But you're the one presiding over the Seven Stars Immortal Conferment Ceremony today, right? Shouldn't you have prepared well in advance?" Keqing glanced at Ningguang.

"Don't rush us so much. Everything has been taken care of. All that's left is to wait for the auspicious time to respectfully invite the Emperor," Ningguang said.

"As long as nothing goes wrong at the last minute, I wonder what laws the Emperor will issue this year..." Keqing looked in the direction of Yujing Terrace, lost in thought.

"Is she thinking about the relationship between the Emperor and Liyue again?" Looking at Keqing's expression, Ningguang almost instantly guessed what Keqing was thinking.

Keqing is someone who believes in people more than in gods. As one of the seven people closest to the Geo Archon, Keqing does not hold much reverence for the Geo Archon.

After all, Liyue ultimately belongs to the people of Liyue.

Chen Luo inexplicably felt that Keqing and Venti would be a good match.

Both Keqing and Venti wanted their own people to manage affairs.

"Ahem, Keqing, what are you doing here? I have a feeling you didn't just pass by, but came here on purpose," Ningguang asked with some curiosity.

As someone who became the richest person in Liyue through her own efforts, Ningguang still has some judgment.

"Oh, by the way, speaking of which, sir, please show me your business license and venue rental permit. Someone reported you for operating illegally," Keqing said, turning to Chen Luo.

"???" Chen Luo was stunned.

What is a business license?

What is a venue rental permit?

What is that?

I don't know.

Mona didn't tell me either.

Wait a minute, who reported me?

After a moment of surprise, Chen Luo looked at Keqing and simultaneously extended his consciousness towards her Fate Threads.

A person's future is full of variables, but a person's past cannot be changed. This is why accelerating time doesn't sound too far-fetched, but reversing time is extremely difficult.

The same applies to the Fate Threads; Chen Luo's Fate Threads ability is derived from Aponia's Destiny Ability.

Aponia is certainly capable of seeing the end of someone's life, but Chen Luo is not.

Firstly, because the world is different, and secondly, because the focus of abilities is different.

The Fate Threads that Chen Luo saw could be changed, which was something that Aponia could only dream of but never attain.

However, it wouldn't be difficult for Chen Luo to observe what the other party had already experienced.

Moreover, since the other party has just met Keqing, they must have left new traces on Keqing's Fate Threads.

Hmm, Yelan?

You bastard Yelan, I even gave you the Commission Cards and bar card, and you actually reported me for operating without a license?

The key point is that you actually managed to successfully report it?

And the younger brother of that adventurer's guild leader actually told Yelan about this? Don't you know what secrecy means?

You think you can bribe me with 50,000 Mora? You shameless bastard.

I'll settle the score with you later.

"So, please show me your business license and venue rental certificate." Keqing extended her hand to Chen Luo.

"Okay, Keqing, don't rush." Chen Luo raised his hand, then brought his mouth close to Shenhe's ear and whispered something.

Shenhe paused for a moment before nodding.

"Keqing, I wonder if you like the Geo Archon's doll?" Chen Luo asked.

"Not interested." Keqing shook her head.

"Hmm, I see..."

As Chen Luo expected, Chen Luo did not receive any commission or similar requests.

Keqing is a very complex person. Before the Geo Archon's accident, Keqing not only had no respect for the Geo Archon, but she also did not particularly like him.

He certainly deserves the respect he deserves, but he can't really be called a chef.

But after the Geo Archon away, and Keqing lost his decision-making power, she began to handle things on her own. Only then did Keqing gradually realize: Oh, so the Emperor was really that awesome.

If you raise Keqing's affinity to a higher level, you can unlock a story, and you will naturally learn about the growing number of Geo Archon dolls in Keqing's house after the passing of the Geo Archon. These dolls are almost filling a cabinet.

Therefore, there are roughly two types of people in Liyue: one is Geo Archon fan, and the other is a twisted Geo Archon fan.

But as for now...

Chen Luo was unsure why Keqing hadn't sent him a commission—whether it was because she hadn't started to like him yet or because she was currently working.