Hu Tao

Night

Liyue's true charm is only now being revealed.

It truly allowed Qin to experience what it meant to have thousands of lights shining in every home.

The nights in Mondstadt are rather chilly compared to the nights in Liyue.

Xiangling's Restaurant

"Gentlemen, we've been waiting for you for a long time," Zhongli said, looking at the approaching crowd.

"Xiao Li?" Ranran was taken aback when she saw Zhong Xiaoli sitting next to Zhongli.

"Sister Ranran!"

Xiao Li lightly pounced towards Xia Ranran with her tiny feet touching the ground.

"And Kiana too."

"Xiao Li, it's been a long time. When did you arrive?" Kiana asked.

"My brother picked me up at noon," Xiao Li replied sweetly.

"What an adorable little girl."

"..."

Almost instantly, everyone was drawn to Xiao Li's adorable appearance.

"Did you hear that? Someone said you're cute." Venti nudged Zhongli's shoulder with her elbow and teased him.

Zhongli closed his eyes to rest.

I can't be bothered with this lousy god.

"Gentlemen, you've arrived."

Paimon flew out of the Xiangling's Restaurant and waved to the crowd.

"The travelers are helping with the cooking inside, please wait a moment."

After saying that, Paimon flew back and volunteered to be the food.

Zhongli took a sip of tea. "When Xiangling is on duty, she should go straight to Xiangling's Restaurant for meals, not New Moon Inn or Guhua Teahouse."

"Really? Then I'll have to give it a try."

Venti laughed.

For their gods, the times were changing too fast.

If you miss it, you really miss it.

"Here comes the first one, stir-fried Paimon."

"Um?"

Everyone was stunned the moment they heard the name of the dish.

"Hey! How many times have I told you, I'm not food!" Paimon flew over and said.

"Oh, sorry, slip of the tongue, it should be grilled tigerfish," Xiangling said with a smile.

It's obviously intentional.

Xiangling's Restaurant Boiled Fish

"Qingquanlin Pork".

"..."

Plates of exquisite dishes were served on the table, making everyone's appetite eager to try them.

After enjoying a dinner cooked by Xiangling

Everyone finally understood why Xiangling received such affirmation from Zhongli.

After they had eaten and drunk their fill, Zhongli spoke:

"Everyone, the Liyue Rite of Descension will be held in a few days. It can be considered one of Liyue's festivals. If you are not in a hurry, you can go and watch it."

"Summon a deity? I remember it's the Rock God, but can't we just look at you directly?" Paimon asked, puzzled.

"Hehe, holidays are naturally different from ordinary meetings." Zhongli smiled.

At this moment, he was already gradually luring the travelers into the water.

Meanwhile, Ling Yuan, upon hearing Zhongli's words, also remembered his own purpose.

"I almost forgot if you hadn't mentioned it."

Immediately afterwards, Ling Yuan handed Zhongli the gifts of the Rite of Sending Immortals, including perfume, Eternal Life Incense, and a kite.

"I've prepared everything for you. Take a look. If the quality or quantity is incorrect, let me know and I'll help you find it."

Zhongli: "..."

Looking at what was in front of him, Zhongli fell silent.

They can't wait to get rid of him.

"What are all these things?" Paimon asked curiously as he flew up.

"These are the things we need to prepare for the Rite of Sending Immortals..."

"Just as Venti said, nothing can escape your eyes," Zhongli remarked.

"Why can't I understand?" Paimon asked.

Kong also shook his head.

"Simply put, Ling Yuan's meaning is very simple: the things have been prepared for you, just prepare to die whenever you want."

Venti suppressed a laugh.

He was sent away before he even got a chance to play.

That's absolutely ridiculous.

Zhongli: "..."

The Planetfall!

Chapter 335 Hu Tao

Even someone as composed as him felt a strange impulse at that moment.

Zhongli closed his eyes.

Take a deep breath to calm your increasingly agitated mind.

"As steady as a rock" means as solid and unshakable as a rock, but today it has already been shaken twice.

One time was with Zhong Xiaoli, and the other time is now.

After a long while, Zhongli Li, having composed himself, said, "The gift you gave me has indeed surprised me quite a bit."

"However, the Rite of Descension has not yet begun, so isn't it too early for all this to happen?"

Looking at the things on the table, Zhongli gave a wry smile.

"Not too early, not too early. Every family has its share of troubles. Preparing early will prevent the bodies from being left to rot for three days, right?" Ling Yuan shook his head.

Zhongli: "..."

"Hahaha."

Venti, who was standing to the side, was already laughing so hard she was doubled over.

He also enjoyed teasing Zhongli.

But this was the first time I'd ever seen the other person so embarrassed.

How should I put it? It's inexplicably cute?

"In that case, I'll accept these things for now." Helpless, Zhongli could only bear this pain alone.

"Gentlemen, is Liyue Harbor satisfactory?"

After accepting the gifts, Zhongli, eager to end the conversation, began to change the subject.

"I'm very satisfied. It's much more lively than Mondstadt. How should I put it? It's full of human warmth. Yes, it's full of human warmth."

Paimon made a gunman's statement.

"While Mondstadt was beautiful, it always felt cold and impersonal."

"That's too much! I, the god of Mondstadt, am still here!" Venti said sadly.

"Hehe, I'm in Liyue now, and my mood changes with the scenery. Although both places are nice in my eyes."

"Haha, I'm glad you all like it." Zhongli chuckled in response to Paimon's words.

Paimon chuckled and pointed to the Jade Chamber floating high in the distance, "By the way, what's that floating in the sky?"

"I wanted to go up and take a look, but I couldn't fly up no matter what I tried."

After glancing at it, Zhongli said, "Jade Chamber is the residence of Ningguang, one of the current Liyue Qixing Ningguang. It is also the symbol of this generation of Tianquan, or rather, Ningguang herself."

"I just wonder if these Jade Chamber will become a symbol of Liyue," Zhongli chuckled.

His words were shrouded in mystery.

However, his indirect actions suggest that he is quite satisfied with the abilities of this new Liyue Qixing.

"Jade Chamber? Brother Ling Yuan told me about it."

Klee was playing with Xiao Li nearby, said after hearing the familiar name.

"Oh? Little Klee knows about the Jade Chamber too?" Zhongli asked curiously.

"Mmm, my brother told me that the Jade Chamber is very powerful. If it were to fall, it would flatten the entire Liyue Harbor with a 'bang'." Klee made a 'huge' gesture.

Zhongli paused, her hand holding the teacup agape, her mouth slightly agape, staring blankly at Klee.

"..."

The others also fell silent.

For a moment, the entire [Three Bowls and You Can't Pass the Hill] fell silent.

"Klee!"

Qin, realizing what was happening, spoke seriously.

"Hmm, did Klee say something wrong?" Klee asked in a low voice, looking completely innocent.

"What are you teaching these kids?" Xia Ranran couldn't help but complain.

Ling Yuan gave a dry laugh.

"Your Excellency, your idea is very dangerous," Zhongli said.

"Haha, that's hilarious! Go tell Ningguang to move Jade Chamber around," Venti said.

"That's not all, my big brother also told Klee that he wants me to build a Bouncing Bomb just like the Jade Chamber, which will float above Mondstadt."

Zhongli: "Ahem."

Paimon: "???"

"Bouncing Bomb the size of the Jade Chamber, could it flatten Mondstadt in an instant?" Paimon exclaimed in shock.

Even a single Bouncing Bomb can blow up a lake; imagine what would happen to Jade Chamber.

"..."

Now, Venti, who had been teasing Zhongli, was no longer laughing.

Then he looked at Ling Yuan seriously. "Ling Yuan, tell me honestly, are you a descendant of Khaenri'ah?"

In response to Venti's questioning, Ling Yuan simply chuckled.

"Hehe."

Venti: "..."

Did you get my authorization? You're just using my interjections without permission.