Here, Lin Ze was picking out exquisite clothes for Teyvat's number one Pyro DPS.
Meanwhile, at this moment, Teyvat's number one Pyro DPS...
"My consultant is actually the Geo Lord?"
Looking at the content updating in real-time on the transparent screen, Hu Tao's expression was incredibly complex.
Who was the Geo Lord? Rex Lapis, the God of War, the God of Wealth, one of The Seven, the Geo Archon Morax.
And who was Zhongli? Her consultant at the Wangsheng Funeral Parlor, who never carried Mora when he went out. All his expenses were charged to the Wangsheng Funeral Parlor's account. He was a master of a unique bargaining technique, where the price went up the more he negotiated, and he'd even raise the price himself. Businessmen were happier to see Zhongli than their own fathers.
Now, she was suddenly being told that Zhongli was actually the Geo Lord?
Someone, please tell her, why would the Geo Lord, also a god of wealth, not carry Mora when he went out? And if that wasn't enough, why were all the bills charged to the Wangsheng Funeral Parlor's account!
Zhongli's salary was already deducted for hundreds of years in advance. Considering Zhongli is the Geo Lord, it's likely that even when her descendants inherit the Wangsheng Funeral Parlor, Zhongli will still be a guest consultant there.
It wasn't just Hu Tao who had a complicated expression.
Yuheng Keqing's expression was also quite fascinating at this moment.
'Zhongli is Rex Lapis?'
'Wait, this… this isn't right, is it?'
'Isn't Zhongli also like me, favoring governance by humans? He even supported her ideas!'
'Wait, thinking about it… if Zhongli really is the Geo Lord, then doesn't that mean…?'
Thinking this, Keqing's lips couldn't help but curve up slightly, if Zhongli really was Rex Lapis.
That means, the Geo Lord also approved of her idea, not just approved, but fully supported it?!
Moreover, it's clearly written in the diary instance!
Zhongli was even prepared to fake his death and relinquish power! Right at the Rite of Descension!
'No, Keqing, don't laugh. Don't let Ningguang see me like this!'
Muttering to herself, Keqing subtly glanced at Ningguang. She had clearly decided to suppress her laughter, but her lips were completely unaffected, still subconsciously curving upwards.
Compared to Keqing, Ningguang wasn't as excited.
She looked blank for a moment, realizing Zhongli was actually the wandering deity of the mortal realm, and then she recalled whether she had made any mistakes since becoming the Tianquan Star. Finally.
All of Ningguang's attention was drawn to Zhongli's plan to fake his death and transfer power.
At the same time, Ningguang subtly glanced at Keqing, who was lost in a radiant smile and completely oblivious. Ningguang knew exactly what Keqing was thinking.
She couldn't help but rub her forehead. The Geo Lord's simulated death and relinquishing of power, ushering in an era of human governance for all of Liyue, was indeed something Keqing had always dreamed of.
It was perfectly understandable why Keqing was so happy, but... could the Seven Stars truly handle a Liyue governed by humans?
Ningguang was skeptical, especially since the Geo Lord had chosen to feign death and relinquish power. Liyue would then become a nation without a god.
How would other nations treat Liyue? Look at Mondstadt next door; the Anemo Archon was still around, just not appearing for a hundred years, and look how the Fatui had bullied them!
No, they needed to prepare early. They knew the Geo Lord had faked his death and relinquished power, but ordinary people and other nations might not know this.
Even with the diary copies available, those who didn't know the Geo Lord had faked his death would definitely be the majority.
Thinking this, Ningguang's expression gradually became serious.
"Yelan should be bringing Mr. Lin Ze over in a while, but before that…
Keqing, let's discuss what Liyue should do in Teyvat if the Geo Lord really relinquishes power and Liyue becomes a nation ruled by humans, a godless nation.
You're also aware of the situation in Mondstadt, I believe."
Hearing Ningguang's words, Keqing was slightly taken aback, and then her expression became serious.
Ningguang was right. While she hoped Liyue could transition to human rule, with everyone striving for self-reliance instead of relying too much on Rex Lapis…
she had never imagined that Rex Lapis would choose to feign his death and relinquish power in this way, forcing Liyue to enter human rule.
Many things had to be considered in advance.
"Gods... Liyue needs at least god-level military strength for deterrence.
It's probably difficult to achieve that in a short time."
As one of the Liyue Qixing, although Keqing was in charge of land management and construction, her sense of justice was absolutely sharp.
Anyone who could become a Qixing wouldn't have a bad sense of justice, especially Keqing, who was a workaholic.
"I'm inclined to ask Lin Ze about the information of the world he comes from later.
Absorb the good parts, and discard the bad or unsuitable ones."
"Also, Lin Ze's Black Flag Power is very powerful. Perhaps, we can use him to help build a god-level military deterrence.
It would be best if we could recruit Lin Ze himself!"
Speaking, Keqing seemed to remember something, and couldn't help but size up Ningguang carefully.
"Speaking of which, Ningguang, you're not young anymore, are you?"
As she said this, a teasing smile appeared on Keqing's face.
Tianquan Ningguang, rich and powerful. Bright eyes, charming and beautiful. Sharp-sighted and quick-witted, she understands everything!
This verse is known to everyone in Liyue.
"Oh?"
Hearing this, Ningguang also narrowed her eyes. Keqing actually had this thought?
However, she didn't have such an idea.
"I heard that our Yuheng Star is getting pressured to marry. Compared to me...
Isn't Keqing a better fit?"
She didn't have any intention of getting married herself, but Keqing's suggestion was indeed a good one. Why not let Keqing take the lead?
Besides, Ningguang knew that Keqing was indeed being urged to marry.
It's just that Keqing also had a lot of say at home, so she just brushed it off.
"Me? I don't have any thoughts of being in a relationship right now."
Seeing Ningguang bring the topic to herself, Keqing quickly shook her head.
She currently had no thoughts of dating or anything like that.
"Funny, me too."
Ningguang shrugged, indicating she shared the same sentiment.
Then, the two tacitly ignored the previous topic, continuing to discuss the future and plans for Liyue's governance.
'Morax is wandering the mortal world, preparing to transfer power to humans?'
Looking at the information on the transparent screen, Nahida blinked.
Big eyes, big confusion.
Why would Morax make such a decision?
Is this what a qualified god is like? Every move is guided by divine will, a concept she, as a less-than-qualified god, couldn't comprehend.
Perhaps, could she just skip ahead to Morax completely relinquishing his power? After all, she hadn't been in power to begin with.
If so, would that make her a qualified god?