Liyue Harbor, Yujing Terrace.
The imposing Millelith maintained order at the Rite of Descension venue, systematically directing people to spread out around the grounds to prevent overcrowding.
At the center of the spacious Yujing Terrace stood something resembling a large incense burner.
There was also a stone table in front of it, laden with exquisite foods as offerings to Rex Lapis. It seemed it was not yet time for the rite, as the member of the Liyue Qixing presiding over this year's ceremony had not appeared.
By the time Li Qiuzhi and the others arrived, Yujing Terrace was already surrounded by ring upon ring of spectators.
Lumine stood on tiptoe and looked around, but all she could see were the heads of the people ahead.
"Wow, there are so many people! Let's get a little closer. We can't see anything from here."
Floating in midair, Paimon easily flew farther in. Seeing this, Lumine tried to squeeze through as well.
However, an unfamiliar man in a dark teal robe blocked her with his body, giving her no chance to squeeze past. He glared down at Lumine.
"Shoo, shoo! You can't see? Neither can I! If you're so capable, fly over like that little fairy."
"If you won't let us through, then don't. What's the big deal? You're really rude!"
Lumine loosely clenched her hands at her waist and glared right back without holding back.
"Hmph. I'm not going to argue with a little girl." The Man in the Teal Robe folded his arms and turned away, ignoring Lumine.
"Hmph!"
Lumine also snorted, her fair, pretty face stern as she ignored the rude fellow before her.
"Hehe, there's no need to get angry with him. If you can't see, how about opening your Wind Glider and letting me blow you over with