"Okay."
Keqing stood up, her tone cold. "Lead the way. I'll go meet them."
The Millelith immediately bowed. "Yes!"
Immediately.
Keqing walked out of the Ministry of Civil Affairs.
Her purple hair fluttered slightly in the night wind, a trace of ponderous thought in her eyes.
Soon, Keqing arrived at the Liyue City Gate.
"Look! That is..."
At the Liyue City Gate.
A merchant widened his eyes abruptly, excitement in his tone, pointing at a beautiful figure walking from afar.
"It's Lady Keqing!"
"Lady Yuheng came in person?!"
"Keqing, the Yuheng of the Liyue Qixing... Why is she at the city gate?"
Almost at the same time, the surrounding Liyue residents, merchants, and adventurers stopped one after another, looking at the purple figure walking slowly.
For a time, the crowd whispered, and the atmosphere changed abruptly.
Keqing.
One of the Liyue Qixing.
Lady Yuheng!
She was one of the most resolute representatives among the Qixing.
Not only proficient in government affairs, but also an extremely powerful sword master!
Possessing an Electro Vision, she often traveled around Liyue.
For the people of Liyue.
Keqing's appearance always attracted countless gazes.
After all, she rarely handled affairs at the city gate personally, focusing instead on Liyue's internal affairs and planning.
But today, Lady Yuheng actually came to the Liyue City Gate in person?
In the crowd, many people whispered with admiration and amazement.
"Lady Yuheng... is actually here to receive these people?"
Their eyes involuntarily fell on Kael, Lumine, and Paimon.
Especially Kael and Lumine.
What is the identity of these two people who have neither Visions nor have ever been seen in Liyue, to alarm the Liyue Qixing?
Keqing stepped forward lightly, her steps steady, her temperament cold and capable.
Her purple long hair fluttered slightly in the night breeze.
Her clothes brought up a faint ripple as she walked, like agile clouds, elegant and majestic.
She wore a purple Chinese-style dress.
The skirt was light and not cumbersome, golden patterns outlining exquisite curves.
Paired with black pantyhose and high heels.
Her slender figure appeared even more bright and moving under the moonlight.
Like a frost flower under the moonlit night, cold and sharp.
Kael looked up slightly, his gaze falling on Lady Yuheng, unable to help praising in his heart.
Indeed a beautiful girl worth looking at.
None of the Liyue Qixing were ordinary people.
Keqing was one of the most distinctive ones.
She was not only shrewd and capable but also possessed extremely strong independence.
And... her appearance was indeed outstanding.
Even in a city like Liyue where handsome men and beautiful women gathered, Keqing was still the most eye-catching type.
"It's actually the Liyue Qixing."
Hearing the discussions around, Paimon was surprised.
A big shot like the Liyue Qixing actually came to receive them.
As Keqing approached, the Millelith bowed respectfully, eyes full of awe.
"Lady Keqing."
The Millelith Squad Leader bowed slightly, reporting to her: "The visitors you ordered have arrived in Liyue. We have asked them to wait here according to orders."
Keqing nodded gently.
Her purple pupils flickered slightly, her gaze slowly falling on Kael.
Her expression was calm and sharp, like observing an important target.
She didn't ask the Millelith much first, but walked directly to Kael, speaking in a cold voice: "Hello, I am Keqing, the Yuheng of the Liyue Qixing."
Keqing's voice was like the morning breeze, capable and majestic.
Although young, she revealed the unique calmness of the Liyue Qixing. Every word carried an undeniable momentum.
"I came here to ask you some things."
As her voice fell, silence fell around.
In the crowd, many onlookers widened their eyes, looking at the scene in front of them in shock.
"...Lady Keqing actually received them in person?!"
"Who is this man? To make Lady Yuheng come in person?"
"This... wouldn't be some important guest secretly invited by the Liyue Qixing, right?"
Everyone's discussions rang out in low voices, appearing particularly prominent in this quiet atmosphere.
Keqing ignored the gazes around her, waiting quietly for Kael's response, a trace of contemplation in her purple eyes.
She wanted to figure out who this young man was, who didn't hold a Vision but possessed amazing speed.
Even attracting Yelan's attention?
While speaking, Keqing also focused on the Eternal Winter Calamity Shadow behind Kael.
Looking at the Shadow, she frowned slightly.
What kind of creature is that?
Not human, yet not a monster. Very strange.
Where did that thing come from?
Why act as a guard?
She didn't say she knew everything, but as one of the Liyue Qixing, managing Teyvat's most prosperous city, Liyue.
She had seen many strange things from other countries and heard many strange stories.
But none could match that Eternal Winter Calamity Shadow.
Thinking of this, Keqing looked at Kael, a trace of curiosity in her eyes.
The air seemed to freeze instantly.
Kael and Keqing's sights met in the air.
Liyue's night breeze blew gently, clothes swaying slightly.
"Hello."
Kael nodded gently, then spoke, simply saying he came from Mondstadt.
By the way, he also took out the proof from the Adventurers' Guild.
Lumine also took out the proof from the Knights of Favonius.
After Keqing checked briefly, her face softened.
According to the records of the Mondstadt Adventurers' Guild, Kael was actually a Senior Adventurer.
This was not a file that could be forged at will.
As for the other one, although she had just joined the Adventurers' Guild not long ago.
But with the endorsement of the Knights of Favonius, there was no need to worry about being a person with dark thoughts plotting against Liyue.
After all, the interaction between Mondstadt and Liyue had always been there.
Much information was exchanged.
Especially when Mondstadt suffered from the Wind Dragon before, Liyue also provided some help.
Yuehai Pavilion was also responsible for the operation of trade routes.
It could be said that with these, it was far more valuable and real than the information Yelan asked about.
Immediately, Keqing dispelled her vigilance toward the two, reaching out her hand, speaking in a cold voice: "Welcome to Liyue. I welcome you on behalf of Liyue. I will arrange accommodation for you next."
"Please follow me."
She definitely didn't let down her guard because Kael and Lumine were good-looking.
"Hehe, looks like we will get better treatment in Liyue."
Hearing Keqing's words, Paimon chuckled and rubbed her hands. "Received by the Yuheng of the Liyue Qixing. This treatment is not simple."
"Mr. Kael, can you guarantee that this guard will not cause destruction in Liyue?"
Keqing suddenly looked at the Eternal Winter Calamity Shadow behind Kael, speaking softly. "If you can't guarantee it, it cannot enter Liyue."
"En, I can guarantee."
Kael nodded gently. "This is an elemental guard. After entering Liyue City, it can be arranged anywhere at any time without causing trouble for Liyue."
"Don't worry, we are here to participate in the Rite of Descension, and we also know the order in Liyue City."
Beside him, Paimon also added quickly, "We still have questions to ask you. We will definitely not violate Liyue's laws."
"That's good."
Hearing this, Keqing nodded gently.
Immediately, she led Lumine, Paimon, Kael, and the Eternal Winter Calamity Shadow into Liyue City.
At this time, in front of Kael, lines of words jumped out again.
[You boarded the Express and entered the Jade Gate opened by the Stellaron Hunters, landing at Starskiff Haven.]
[The port was chaotic, with no one around. You knew you would encounter Tingyun (disguised Lord Ravager) and the Cloud Knights fighting the Mara-Struck, but you didn't tell the Trailblazer, because you knew they wouldn't believe you, and might even alert the enemy.]
[In front of a Lord Ravager, destroying her character might lead to the fate of becoming a Antimatter Legion Voidranger.]
[You met Tingyun as wished with the Trailblazer. Led by Tingyun, you crossed Starskiff Haven and arrived at the Palace of Astrum, meeting Yukong.]
[After learning the intention of the Astral Express crew from Tingyun, Yukong refused your proposal to help seal the Stellaron, calling it an internal affair of the Luofu.]
[At the same time, she pointed out the coincidence of the Stellaron crisis and the arrival of the Express crew, and pointed out that it was Silver Wolf of the Stellaron Hunters who opened the Jade Gate for the Express crew, questioning the possibility of the Express crew joining hands with the Stellaron Hunters.]
[Facing Yukong's scheme, you chose to Use Suspicion to Manipulate. You imply that while you aren't allies, the situation is complex. You use ambiguous words to make the Luofu's attitude toward you more complicated, buying space for action.]
[Congratulations on obtaining Option Two Reward: [Signature Spicy Beef Offal Recipe]. A recipe made by mixing minced beef and internal organs with chili sauce.]
Looking at the lines of refreshed words, Kael narrowed his eyes.
The reward is in hand.
Pity it's useless.
As for the first option (Tell Truth), he eliminated it without thinking.
Telling the truth was equivalent to telling Keqing at the first meeting: "Your Emperor will fake his death at the Rite of Descension..."
This would cause trouble for him and bring no benefits.
What he had to do was to get benefits through this Retarded System and improve himself.
Why do things with no benefits?
Whether he faked his death or not had nothing to do with him.
He just wanted to get benefits.
He even wanted to plot for a Stellaron secretly.
Although he didn't know who the Lord Ravager corresponded to...
Looking at the appearing text, Kael fell into thought.
Does this thing have a correspondence?
Probably not.
While thinking this, Kael followed Keqing through the city gate road with Lumine and others, walking into Liyue City.
Instantly, the bustling street was completely presented before his eyes.
Wide bluestone streets. Various stalls and shops were arranged in an orderly manner on both sides of the street.
Glazed tiles glowed with faint brilliance under the illumination of lights.
Red lanterns hung high, sprinkling warm halos, filling the entire Liyue Harbor with a strong atmosphere of life.
The shouts of vendors, the conversations of travelers, and the laughter of children intertwined, forming a lively human symphony.
Walking along the street.
Stall after stall lined the road.
The air was filled with the aroma of various foods, making people salivate.
"Osmanthus Wine! Authentic Liyue Osmanthus Wine! Just brewed, sweet and mellow, with a lingering aftertaste. Young master, want a pot?"
"This is a jade plaque carved from Glaze Sand, which can bless safety. Only three were carved. Customers who want to buy must hurry."
"Buns! Fresh Lotus Flower Crisps! Soft and sweet, melts in the mouth!"
"Candied Hawthorns! Sweet and sour Candied Hawthorns!"
"Wah!"
Seeing this scene, Paimon was dazzled. "I want to eat that, and that, and this, umm, I want to eat them all!"
Paimon looked left and right, extremely excited, almost drooling, wishing she could eat all the way.
"Wait until we settle down."
Seeing Paimon's appearance, Lumine hurriedly pulled Paimon. "Don't rush."
While speaking, Lumine also looked around in amazement.
Liyue's fireworks were indeed incomparable to other countries.
And Keqing, walking at the front, saw this scene and looked thoughtful.
Soon, after crossing this street.
Keqing took Kael and the others toward Yuehai Pavilion.
"Although Liyue's annual Rite of Descension attracts attention from other countries, merchants are more concerned."
Keqing walked while saying softly, "You two just solved Mondstadt's Stormterror disaster. You should have stayed in Mondstadt for a while. Why come to Liyue suddenly to visit the Rite of Descension?"
"You said you had questions to ask just now. What questions?"
"Want to find someone."
Hearing Keqing's words, Lumine scratched her head. "I want to find my brother."
Keqing: "..."
"So, you want to use our Liyue's intelligence to help you find someone?"
Hesitating for a moment, Keqing said softly, "Is that what you mean?"
"Uh, yes."
Hearing Keqing's words, Lumine scratched her head and nodded. "That's right."
Although she really wanted to say that a strange God took her brother away, and she was sealed by the God and lost her original power.
But the God might be the enemy of that year.
Liyue was a country governed by a God, and the Liyue Qixing should be believers of the God.
She could use the Liyue Qixing's mission to find someone.
"No problem."
Keqing nodded gently. "With the Knights of Favonius endorsing you, Liyue will meet this request."
"But we can't guarantee if we can find him. After all, you know this world is big."
"Then why do you participate in the Rite of Descension?"
Keqing continued to ask.
Hearing this, Lumine scratched her head immediately. "Want to meet Rex Lapis. It is said that the Rite of Descension is an opportunity to witness the Geo Archon every year."
"This might disappoint you."
Hearing this, Keqing was silent for a moment, saying softly, "The Emperor hasn't appeared in person these years. He just passes down oracles."
"However, if you participate in the Rite of Descension, I can arrange a front row position for you."
"Ah?"
Hearing this, Paimon and Lumine widened their eyes instantly.
Can't see Rex Lapis?
Subconsciously, the two looked at Kael. Exactly the same as Kael said.
Is something really wrong?
"No matter."
Kael chuckled. "Just arrange a position for us."
As for not seeing Rex Lapis... can't I find him?
Maybe with good luck, I can meet him later.
"Right, right, right."
Hearing Kael's words, Paimon nodded quickly.
Regardless, they couldn't believe whatever the Liyue Qixing said.
Being able to arrange a front row position for the Rite of Descension was naturally the best.
"Good."
Hearing this, a smile appeared on Keqing's face.
Looks like these people are also fans of the Emperor.
At this time, the virtual panel in front of Kael.
Emerged again.
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