"When did Lord Anemo Archon leave? Could she have just gone to discuss something with the Geo Archon of Liyue? I remember the Rite of Descension in Liyue is about to start, so maybe it's related to that."
Lisa asked this follow-up question, while also voicing her own speculation. After all, it was almost time for Liyue's annual Rite of Descension.
"She just left. Also, the Anemo Archon's boyfriend has already terminated the lease on the house he was renting, so I suspect the Anemo Archon left Mondstadt because of her boyfriend."
Looking at Lisa, Jean shared her thoughts.
If the Anemo Archon's boyfriend hadn't terminated the lease, she would probably have guessed the same thing as Lisa. But since he did, she knew that the departure of the Anemo Archon and her boyfriend was not temporary.
Of course, it's also possible the Anemo Archon wanted to leave on her own accord. But either way, it's clear she intends to be away from Mondstadt for a long time, otherwise she wouldn't have given up the house.
"I see. So it does seem Lord Anemo Archon will be gone for a while."
After hearing what Jean said, Lisa nodded thoughtfully.
"That's why I want to write a letter to the Tianquan of Liyue, asking her to help me get a way for Mondstadt to contact her at any time. This is very important for Mondstadt."
At that moment, Jean explained why she was writing the letter.
No matter what, she had to get a method of contact before the Anemo Archon got too far away. Otherwise, it would be just like before.
"That's a good idea, but I'm afraid the Tianquan doesn't know Lord Anemo Archon, does she? And she might not even be able to find a trace of her."
Lisa understood Jean's reasoning.
However, she felt that the Tianquan of Liyue might not be able to find the Anemo Archon, let alone the fact that the Tianquan didn't even know her.
"I'll describe the Anemo Archon's current appearance in the letter. Of course, I'll ask the Tianquan to keep it confidential."
In response to Lisa's concern, Jean explained her solution, though even she wasn't sure if this would be enough to find the Anemo Archon.
If it didn't work, she might have to go to Liyue herself.
"A good plan."
Nodding, Lisa continued, "But I wonder if Lord Anemo Archon wanted to go to Liyue herself, or if it was her boyfriend who wanted to go."
Honestly, Lisa was still very curious as to why the Anemo Archon had suddenly left Mondstadt.
"That's not something for us to ask about."
Although Jean was curious herself, she knew this was the Anemo Archon's private affair, and they shouldn't inquire.
"I'll write the letter now."
Feeling that she needed to act quickly, Jean returned to her seat and immediately began to write.
Liyue.
"I hear Liyue's annual Rite of Descension will be held in a few days. I'll have to see it for myself."
Looking at Zhongli, who was seated to his left, Kaito casually brought up the matter of the Rite of Descension.
"Haha, that's right. It's definitely something you have to see. You've come at the perfect time."
Childe, who was nearby, jumped into the conversation. Then, as if he'd just remembered something, he continued, "By the way, my friend Kaito, you didn't happen to come here specifically for this, did you?"
Childe suddenly had a theory in his mind, one concerning the Anemo and Geo Archons. After all, the Rite of Descension was about to take place, and the Anemo Archon had appeared in Liyue right at this time, so it was very likely there was some connection between the two.
Although on the surface he was asking Kaito, he was actually probing the Anemo Archon. It was obvious this young man named Kaito didn't know his girlfriend's identity, so it was highly likely the Anemo Archon had used some pretext to get him to come to Liyue with her.
So, by asking if Kaito came for the Rite of Descension, he could get a general idea of what the Anemo Archon was thinking.
"You could say that. But even if there were no Rite of Descension, I would have come to Liyue anyway. After all, you should properly experience the cultures of different nations."
Glancing at Childe, Kaito sensed that he was trying to sound him out.
Even so, he simply explained why he had come to Liyue; he wasn't worried about what Childe might do.
"I see. It's true that one should experience different cultures. When I first came to Liyue, I was also filled with all sorts of curiosity."
Childe nodded, then continued, "But I was wondering, Kaito, which country are you from?"
In truth, Childe definitely knew the answer to this question. After all, Kaito's girlfriend, the Anemo Archon, was from Mondstadt, so Kaito must be from Mondstadt as well.
Even if he wasn't a Mondstadter, he must have been in Mondstadt before coming to Liyue.
The reason he still asked was mainly to get closer to Kaito. After all, Kaito's girlfriend was the Anemo Archon. He had to make a proper effort to befriend him.
Additionally, he wanted to see if he could glean any important information.
Wait a minute...
I'm talking here...
The Anemo Archon can't hear me, can she?
Suddenly remembering the Anemo Archon was nearby, Childe glanced around guiltily.
"A nation called Mondstadt. I don't know if you're familiar with it."
Although Kaito knew Childe was asking a question he already knew the answer to, he still played along, even posing a rhetorical question of his own.
Since the other party was feigning ignorance, he naturally had to return the favor.
"Haha, of course! The relationship between Mondstadt and Snezhnaya is excellent."
Childe laughed heartily.
An excellent relationship?
Is it really that good...?
Recalling all the things the Fatui had done in Mondstadt, Kaito couldn't help but scoff internally at Childe's answer. He then pretended to be puzzled and said, "But not long ago, someone called La Signora suddenly attacked Mondstadt's Anemo Archon for some reason. That seems like it would completely undermine the relationship between our two nations."
As if he had just remembered something, Kaito added, "Oh, right. I remember she's also one of the Fatui. I wonder if you know her."
"Uh... well... I know her, but we didn't have much to talk about. Our relationship wasn't that great, so I have no idea why she would do something like that..."
Caught off guard by Kaito's sudden mention of La Signora, Childe was a bit embarrassed.
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