Zhongli's Arrangements; Xiao Yan at a Loss

All the immortals stood up and bowed to Zhongli.

"We respectfully welcome the Lord Rex Lapis's return." ×N.

"It's alright. In fact, this trip has broadened my horizons quite a bit."

Zhongli casually waved his hand, indicating that everyone didn't need to be so polite.

He then remarked that this Group Dungeon trip had broadened his horizons considerably.

Whether it was the somber scenes of the apocalypse, the light and darkness revealed in people during times of crisis, or the vast potential of the Martial Soul system... all of these broadened Zhongli's horizons.

Of course, the most important thing was his ally; Wu Tong became a World Master.

This made Zhongli value the contract even more, and gave him even more hope for the future of Teyvat.

"Your Lord Rex Lapis, what is the Otherworld like? Tell us about it."

Seeing Zhongli's nostalgic expression, Cloud Retainer couldn't help but become curious about the Otherworld.

"Yes, Your Lord Rex Lapis, please tell us about it so we can be prepared when we travel to Otherworld in the future."

Mountain Shaper and Earth Shaper also echoed this sentiment.

"Mora... Zhongli, to be honest, I'm quite curious too."

Kun Jun, the incarnation of the Azhdaha, unusually echoed the words of the immortals.

"Alright, then I'll tell you about that world."

Seeing his old friends looking at him with curiosity, Zhongli smiled, took a sip of the still-warm tea on the table, and then said casually.

"But before that, let me settle the people I brought back first."

After saying that, Zhongli took out a jade pendant-shaped magical Magic Treasure from the Outer Cave.

He handed it to Xiao, who was standing to the side. "Xiao, these are some survivors I rescued in that world. Give this to Qixing and let them take good care of them."

"Also, some of the resources inside, including knowledge of medicine, education, finance, basic knowledge, architecture, and so on, will be given to Ningguang to manage properly."

After saying that, seeing the worried looks on the others' faces, Zhongli smiled and said, "Don't worry, I've seen it. It's not forbidden knowledge. These are the crystallization of human Wisdom from that world."

"By the way, there are some very knowledgeable people among them. Remember, make sure Ningguang is not neglected."

"Yes, Your Lord Rex Lapis."

Xiao readily agreed to Zhongli's arrangement, as he never refused the Lord Rex Lapis's orders.

Then, Xiao took the jade pendant from Zhongli's hand, and transformed into a wisp of breeze, flying towards Liyue Harbor.

"Let's go up to Mt. Aocang, and I'll tell you all about what I saw and heard this time."

After handing over the jade pendant, Zhongli also planned to stroll around the beautiful Teyvat to ease his mood, which had been affected by the killings of the past few days.

"Then let's go."

Cloud Retainer also noticed Zhongli's strange behavior and gave the other Adepti a wink, stopping them from asking any more questions.

Shortly after everyone left, a gentle breeze also rushed in the direction where Zhongli and the others had gone.

As the gentle breeze passed by, it left behind an intoxicating aroma of wine in the air.

Along with that, there was also a faint, indistinct "Hey."

——

The world of Battle Through the Heavens.

The backyard of the Xiao Clan mansion.

In Xiao Yan's courtyard.

"Ha, I'm finally back. These past few days in that world have been so depressing."

Xiao Yan and his group suddenly appeared out of the air and in the small courtyard.

As soon as he returned, Xiao Yan took a deep breath of the fresh air, free of the smell of blood and gunpowder.

"Haha, you still need more experience, kid."

The Yao Lao's figure transformed into a wisp of green smoke, floating out from the ring in Xiao Yan's hand, and he smiled at Xiao Yan.

"Next, let's make some preparations. After we return from the Grand Rite of Luo Tian you mentioned in a few days, we should go out for training."

"Although you have the great opportunity of having Dimensional Chat Group, you still can't slack off. You need to know that in any field, you need to work hard to achieve something."

"Otherwise, even if you have a great opportunity, it won't be of much use."

After three years of observation, the Yao Lao was quite satisfied with his disciple.

Especially after he learned about his future, he was extremely satisfied with this new disciple.

He was filial to his parents, kind to others, always grateful, decisive in killing, and most importantly, he possessed a virtue that the rebellious disciple lacked—respect for his teachers.

Just like the words he heard from those otherworldly people when he went to that world this time, which made Yao Lao feel very gratified.

In the Endless Fire Territory dwells the Yao Lao, but in the Divine Realm, Yu Xiaogang is nowhere to be found.

Even after arriving in the Great Thousand World, Xiao Yan did not forget those who had helped him. Such character is truly rare on this Douqi Continent.

"Yes, teacher."

Xiao Yan accepted Yao Lao's arrangement without hesitation.

His mindset is indeed still lacking, so going out and gaining experience is a good thing.

"Grandpa Medicine, please don't be too harsh. Didn't Brother Xiao Yan do a good job this time? He saved quite a few people."

Hearing their conversation, Xiao Xun'er couldn't help but chime in.

In her opinion, it was already quite impressive that Xiao Yan, who had little experience, could achieve this level of accomplishment.

After all, everyone needs time to grow.

Take it slow, haste makes waste.

Then, Xiao Xun'er's clear, moist gaze shifted to Xiao Yan, and she said with a smile:

"Brother Xiao Yan, can I go with you on this training trip? Xun'er also wants to go on the training trip with Brother Xiao Yan."

"Ah, this..."

Xiao Yan hesitated upon hearing Xiao Xun'er's words. After all, training was not like going out for fun; it could be dangerous, and he didn't want Xiao Xun'er to be in danger.

However, Xiao Xun'er didn't think so. Seeing Xiao Yan's hesitant look, a dangerous glint flashed in her eyes.

"What, Brother Xiao Yan, are you afraid I'll interfere with your romantic affairs?"

"That's true. I imagine the beauties in those stories, like Medusa, Yun Yun, and Little Fairy Doctor..."

Brother Xiao Yan probably still wants to see it for himself, so it seems I'm really superfluous.

"However, Xun'er can understand, after all, Brother Xiao Yan is quite the ladies' man."

"Wait, no, I absolutely didn't mean that, Xun'er."

"I'm just worried about you getting hurt, I absolutely didn't have that thought."

Xiao Yan watched as Xiao Xun'er's words became increasingly outrageous, and the cold glint in her eyes was almost impossible to hide.

My heart skipped a beat, and I quickly explained.