Original God, but the real world

Chapter 70 69-Slowly
After Barbatos, Ying no longer believed in chance and coincidence.

He, a god, pulled down the style of all the gods, which made Ying doubt from the beginning whether this was also a trick played by Morax.

But His death was also real, wasn’t it?
This corpse was lying so calmly on the ground. It was said that this was the true body of the Rock God... Did He just abandon it like this?

Ying is not clear.

She only knew that this matter was very troublesome.

What’s even more troublesome is the person in front of him who has been waiting for a long time.

The young man found a corner and stopped.

"I won't take you anywhere to hide." Tartaglia pointed at Paimon, "With this little guy and you, both are very obvious features."

"I can only place you somewhere in Liyue Harbor for a short period of time. However, this matter has become too serious. As long as you are in Liyue Harbor, the Thousand Rocks Army will dig you out sooner or later."

"Because you did it."

This is not something to hide from.

Ying's escape had been seen by the Qianyan Army. Even though they had not collected the corresponding intelligence before, they were able to guess Ying's identity by comparing the records later.

There is no use running, the problem is here and we can only solve it.

"Hey, it was obviously you who did it?!" Paimon put his hands on his hips.

Although they almost took action, they didn't do it in the end.

"Paimon, it's useless." Ying pinched her little face, "The key is not who did it, but who has the possibility to do it."

"It's not just me, you can't run away either."

She raised her head with a calm expression, "What Qixing needs is not the truth, but a satisfactory explanation."

"Hey!" Paimeng floated up and looked around, looking nervous, "Then what should we do?"

"That depends on what our new friend thinks." Ying looked at Tartaglia, "You are from the Fatui."

"The eleventh executive officer of the Fatui, Prince Tartaglia." Tartaglia did not hide his identity.

He needs Ying to make things bigger, so naturally he won't even hide his identity.

"The Fatui didn't leave a good impression on me." Ying said in a relaxed tone, "You deliberately stepped forward to help again, what do you want me to do."

Everyone has a reason for their choices.

In Mondstadt, even though she was reluctant to join the Knights Templar at first, Qin still treated her with courtesy, and finally Ying accepted the title of Honorary Knight.

This is certainly not because Mond’s title is worthless, but Qin has to give it to others.

It was simply that the top leaders of the Knights at that time believed that the God of Wind was standing behind Ying.

Even though she didn't make her position clear, Qin still treated her as a guest of honor just for Barbatos's sake.

Qin is not a utilitarian, but still has to compromise with reality.

And the Fatui...this group of people is definitely the most realistic and utilitarian existence she has ever encountered in Teyvat.

What they seek is the heart of God.

If it weren't for Venti's attitude that showed that he was actually the one who gave away the Heart of God half-voluntarily, Ying would definitely use this information to threaten Tartaglia.

Although she didn't know why the Fatui did this, it was obvious that they had to obtain the Heart of God.

If Ying leaks this news, the already difficult plan will become even more difficult.

Using this to threaten the Fatui, as long as they can save their own lives and there are no relatives or friends who can be controlled by the Fatui, the Fatui will have no choice but to compromise.

Tartaglia looked serious, not knowing at all that he had been excluded.

"My friend, you have a deep prejudice against the Fatui." Tartaglia was unexpectedly sincere. "Perhaps the Lady's brutality left a bad impression on you? But please believe me, this is definitely not the Fatui way of doing things."

"I personally hate ladies' behavior."

Of course, Tartaglia was sincere.

He really doesn't like ladies.

"In the estimation of the Fatui, you are a candidate worth pursuing." He extended his hand. "If you are willing, the Fatui would be honored to be your friend."

What's the big deal about causing trouble once?
Obviously, it is better to gain greater benefits for the other party.

After all, the dispute at that time was not serious and did not cause any irreparable losses to either side.

If the benefits of recruiting are greater, how can we be so biased because of a single accidental prejudice?

Confused, you can't be mean to Mora!
"Forget it." Ying shook her head, "I'm more interested in your purpose."

When she was in Mondstadt, she chose to reject Jyn because she was concerned about the positions of Solstice and the Fatui.

But now the situation is reversed, and she rejects the Fatui because of Jean and Wendy.

The Fatui need time to prove themselves in front of her.

This is the confidence and value of the Yin. Valuable people do not need to prove themselves, but others need to prove that they are qualified to recruit Yin.

"Of course, but I won't take back what I said. As long as you are willing, the Fatui and the Northland Bank will be your eternal partners."

This promise is a bit high.

After all, in the lady's report, Ying was just a weakling who would be dealt with by the debt handler.

Even though they were the elite troops who followed Rosaline directly, debt handlers were just debt handlers.

If they have stronger strength, they can naturally continue to develop upwards.

There are too many Fatui with such strength.

But after Tartaglia personally came into contact with Ying, he found that this assessment of strength was probably flawed.

Although they didn't actually fight, he could sense the hidden threat from Ying.

How could someone who could threaten his life only have the strength reported?

Ying didn't answer.

Tartaglia didn't take it seriously and went straight to the point.

"I know about your deeds in Mondstadt, so I have been following you." Tartaglia said, "I believe you are not the murderer. Unfortunately, given the relationship between Zhidong and Liyue, my support will most likely not be taken into consideration."

"Of course, Ningguang should have paid attention to you as well."

He smiled.

Ying didn't say anything.

The question for Ningguang is not whether she knows, but whether she can.

She knew Ying was trustworthy, but among so many people present, the only one who could take the blame was Ying and herself.

Ningguang would never betray herself.

"I think this is the Fatui's fault." Paimon crossed his arms, not afraid at all. "I saw the Fatui's style of work in Mondstadt. If it weren't for the leadership of the executive officer, those subordinates wouldn't be so arrogant, right?"

"Ah, how should I put it... I said this is just my personal style, you probably won't believe it." Tartaglia spread his hands helplessly, "Then you should at least believe that Liyue is powerful, right?"

"You may not believe in the moral bottom line of the Fatui, but you can always believe that Liyue will monitor the actions of the Fatui."

"No matter the reason, if I say I didn't do anything bad here, you should believe me."

Paimon glanced at Ying.

"Well, the Thousand Rocks Army hasn't caught up with us for such a long time. It seems that Ningguang has made her choice." Tartaglia smiled and gestured, "How about it, do you want to talk?"

We just randomly found a corner. With the level of the Qianyan Army, it is impossible for them not to find them.

"Okay." Ying nodded.

There were some unfriendly aspects to the first meeting, but everyone recognized each other's value.

Tartaglia needs Ying to disrupt the situation and prepare for his own actions.

Ying trusts the Fatui's intelligence network and is willing to cooperate with them to a limited extent, while also trying to see if he can salvage something.

Wendy pointed out Morax. She came here just to have a conversation with the God of Rock.

Before it even started, Morax lay down.

Of course she could just leave, but... wouldn't all the time and energy I spent rushing to Liyue be wasted?

I have to try again.

The girl’s mind is so “simple”.

So, the cooperation must continue.

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Jiang Qing felt a little overwhelmed.

"Well, although I know what you want to learn." Walnut brought ancient books one after another, "but since you have entered the Wangsheng Hall, you have to learn these things."

Any choice has two sides.

If Jiang Qing wants to rely on Wangshengtang, he has to make some efforts.

The bet with Hu Tao certainly made Master Hu choose to accept him as a student, but since he was affiliated with the Wangsheng Hall, it was impossible for him not to learn these knowledge related to funerals.

Hu Tao gloated, "This hall master is a genius, and it took him a lot of time. As for you, it will take even more time."

"Yes, yes, yes." Jiang Qing nodded, looking somewhat helpless.

Walnut didn't mean to make things difficult for him.

Since it was something she had promised, she would naturally give it her all after losing.

But after weighing the pros and cons for a long time, the girl found that it would be better for Jiang Qing to simply improve his physical fitness than to learn the secret spear skills and elemental power.

Even if she was willing to tell him everything and teach him the secrets seriously, it would not be possible to learn the art of spearmanship in a short period of time.

Instead it's physical fitness.

With Jiang Qing's current weak physique, he only needs to spend Mora to purchase medicinal materials and polish them a little to get the rewards.

Given his desire for speed, this was the easiest way.

Hu Tao didn't understand why Jiang Qing was so anxious, but she was not really a teacher after all. She was just a student accepted based on a bet.

She can teach with all her heart, but she won't supervise seriously.

Jiang Qing was not in a hurry either.

This is a relatively long period of vacant plot.

Ying wanted to go in search of immortals. Even if she had the talisman with no taboos, just the roads and mountains along the way were not a simple task.

With such a long period of time, he has relatively ample time to make up for his shortcomings in foundation.

The expected plan is the best possibility. It can make up for its own shortcomings in one fell swoop and then influence the world to a greater extent.

But if the plan could really go smoothly, Jiang Qing would not have almost started over when he was in Mondstadt.

Zhongli pushed the door open and entered.

"Hey, you're back." Hu Tao held her chin with both hands, "How is it going? Is there any situation with the Qingxian Dianyi?"

She was just asking.

The ceremony of inviting the immortals has been held so many times that there has never been any accident.

But Walnut is so boring.

Jiang Qing and Keqing's business has forced Hu Tao to stay at home to sort out files recently. She has to classify these people and then prepare the necessary materials in advance.

Others can do these jobs, but since he is the hall master, Hu Tao cannot completely hand it over to others.

This is certainly not a job that can be started in a short period of time, and it is just preparation at the moment.

Hu Tao didn't quite expect Zhongli's answer, but Zhongli's words were somewhat relaxed.

"It's a little unexpected," he said. "The Rock God is dead."

“He’s dead…”

Kurumi nodded subconsciously, and this unexpected answer made her take a deep breath.

However, before she could utter a word, she suddenly realized that Zhongli's words seemed different from what she expected.

"Cough cough!"

She rubbed her neck and jumped up from the stool, "What did you say?"

"The Rock God is dead." Zhongli picked up the tea bowl, his expression normal, "The remains of the Rock God, [Immortal Ancestor's Transmutation] has now been sealed. I saw Him fall on the Yujing Terrace, scaring all the onlookers at the time."

Especially Ningguang.

Zhongli was a little embarrassed.

He didn't know what Ningguang was thinking, but he found it very interesting that this person, who always seemed to be calm and confident, could also show expressions of shock and horror.

But for Ningguang, this is definitely not interesting.

She was almost scared silly.

"Then isn't Liyue in danger?" Hu Tao's expression became serious for a moment.

The death of Emperor Geo was a serious disaster for the people of Liyue.

Because this is obviously an abnormal death. If a Rock God is lost but no new Rock God ascends the throne, it means that Liyue will fall from its position as the leader of the Seven Kingdoms, or even be squeezed out of the Seven Kingdoms.

Without God there is no right to speak.

However, although disaster strikes everyone equally, everyone's condition is not exactly the same.

For example, the Seven Stars.

Morax gave the Seven Stars enough power, but he still held the authority and was above everyone else.

And now the power vacancy left by his death can naturally only be filled by the Seven Stars.

For the Hall of Rebirth, the Ceremony of Sending Off the Immortals, which goes hand in hand with the Ceremony of Inviting the Immortals but is rarely known to people, is also an opportunity for the Hall of Rebirth.

This is a ceremony to bid farewell to the immortals. In the entire Liyue, unless those immortals step forward, no one is more qualified than the Wangsheng Hall to preside over the ceremony.

It is naturally a great honor for the Wangsheng Hall to be able to see off a deity in person.

"It won't be that bad." Jiang Qing put down the ancient book.

"The change of the throne is not special, unless they can be sure that the emperor has never cultivated a new rock god."

And the number seven seems to be particularly special in Teyvat.

“Even if Liyue really loses its gods, the worst that can happen to us is that we lose some of our initiative.” He spread his hands. “After all, the gods of any party are supervised by the remaining gods at the same time. Whoever of them takes the lead in using the power of gods to intervene in the war will be targeted by the other gods.”

Jiang Qing had a meaningful look on his face, "Perhaps this will be the peak of another war in the entire Teyvat continent since the Demon God War."

The war of gods.

The War of the Seven Kingdoms.

Losing God is equivalent to losing nuclear weapons, which is not just a loss of initiative.

However, the customs of the continent of Teyvat are different from those of previous eras, and the old man is not really dead, so there won't be any big problems.

Zhongli's expression was somewhat thoughtful.

Gods are not omnipotent, and they make mistakes.

It was as if He himself knew clearly about Mora and the deal, but because He was used to creating Mora at will, He was later regarded as a social outcast by Ying and Paimon.

Knowing does not conflict with not being able to imagine.

He once saved a poor couple with a walnut mala and knew the lives of those who were truly destitute.

But He could never imagine how He ended up in this situation, nor did He know how He should live if He really became like this.

When He made this plan, there were actually some omissions.

For example, His sudden and inexplicable death.

For example, He didn’t quite understand what His death would mean to Liyue without an heir.

After all, there is no such precedent in Teyvat.

After the Demon War, the system of the Seven Rulings continued for two thousand years.

The only war that could be called famous in these two thousand years was the destruction of Kanreya and the Black Disaster caused by the destruction of Kanreya.

But these have nothing to do with the gods and are not part of the civil war among the Seven Kingdoms.

Morax does not have sufficient knowledge of his own death.

After all, He just suddenly became tired and felt that He should retire.

Sloppy, but no big deal.

Zhongli lowered his eyes, his expression normal.

He had not considered this before, firstly because he was not really dead after all, and secondly because he knew that if he followed the Queen's attempt, he basically would not have to worry about the future.

The Ice Queen's plan can be completed within ten years. It is hard to say what will happen to the continent of Teyvat by then, let alone the ordinary people living on the continent.

Ultimately, this isn't an oversight, but rather something that isn't worth dwelling on in too much detail.

Just like the God of Wealth would not consider Him without wealth, this is certainly not a problem. Rather, it is more strange for Him to think about losing His wealth.

Jiang Qing had this understanding very early on.

Only the weak need to use repeated success to constantly risk small gains for greater gains.

This kind of layout does not allow for risks and accidents. Just one failure will make the plan fail.

But for truly capable people, their plans can tolerate failure, and as long as they succeed just once, they can achieve their goals.

The reason why Morax's plan has omissions is precisely because these omissions cannot affect his plan, so he unknowingly left so many problems.

But...He should have realized the problem.

Jiang Qing picked up a book again and started reading.

If you want to gain the favor of God, you must show yourself. This is just the beginning.

The overall environment of Liyue gave him a lot of room to play.

Of course, not as good as Mond.

When he was in Mondstadt, he came into direct contact with Jyn, but in Liyue, he was still too far away from the Seven Stars.

Without power and strength, naturally nothing can be changed.

Figure it out slowly.

(End of this chapter)