Genshin Impact: The Beginning of the Wind

"So, should I take you directly back to Sumeru City, or...?"

"Please take us to the Zen Garden. We need to discuss some more plans first."

"And besides mercenaries, we need more."

Unexpectedly, Elhesen gave a different address instead, which Su Feng didn't seem to care about.

Now he just wants to rest properly, after all, the series of battles before were exhausting, and he naturally needs to relax during the break between the two events.

Chapter Thirty-Six: Another Doctor Appears

The Zen Garden is the research area of ​​the Amitabha Academy.

As the oldest and largest school of thought in the Church of Christ, the architecture of the Biophilosophers is naturally enveloped in life and vegetation, especially since there are still many Patissalan plants, which are extremely rare these days, here.

This flower, which is said to have a great connection with the gods, is not something that can be easily seen under normal circumstances.

If it weren't for the fact that the Life Theory School generally doesn't like others wandering around their research grounds, this place could probably become a fairly famous tourist attraction in the entire Sumeru City.

Of course, the reason why the biological theory school doesn't open this place is very simple—because if outsiders are allowed to come in freely, you'll never know which bastard will take your 'thesis' away.

After all, they are proponents of the biological theory. If this were put into practice, all sorts of strange and unusual plants and animals would be unearthed. Obviously, if it were truly opened up, these conspicuous things would definitely attract attention.

The former biological theory school also chose to set up their own closed research facility after learning many lessons.

After all, academic papers are the lifeblood of scholars!

In short, if you can actually go inside, then Zenna Garden is a pretty good place.

As Su Feng led everyone down from the sky, he looked at the palace hidden among many exotic flowers and plants and couldn't help but nod.

This place is indeed very nice; it looks like a perfect place for self-cultivation, just the right place for someone like him who has just had a life-or-death battle with the Abyss's big boss to recuperate.

However, Su Feng soon realized that he had misunderstood.

After putting everyone down, Su Feng was about to say something when his face fell – because a masked man had appeared on the hillside not far away.

The second seat of the Fools – the Doctor.

"I never expected to see you here, especially mingling with these mortals—I suppose you were the one who caused the huge commotion in the desert earlier?"

"That's really interesting. It seems you can stir up a lot of trouble no matter where you go."

"Or should I say you'll appear wherever there's a problem?"

"This kind of firefighter role must not be very pleasant, right?"

The doctor's appearance here was indeed unexpected for Su Feng, and considering that this guy had previously entrusted the skirmishers to extend the invitation to him, Su Feng knew that this guy must have some ideas about him.

Although Su Feng had reprimanded this guy before, no one knew how much effect it had. Moreover, Su Feng didn't think that someone like the Doctor would change his ways just by being scolded.

This guy's personality is to go down a path to the bitter end, isn't it?

If Su Feng hadn't known that the Doctor had been divided into countless pieces and that he would never be able to be dealt with unless he was eliminated all at once, he might have killed the Doctor before he even had a chance to speak.

So what if they're fools? At worst, they can fight the Winter Queen. Who's afraid of who?

"You'd better hurry up and finish what you want to say and get out of here. I'm in a terrible mood right now, and if you keep hanging around in front of me, I might just attack you!"

Su Feng made no attempt to hide his disgust as he said these words; if he could, he really wouldn't want to see this guy.

He's just a mortal.

He may possess a great deal of 'knowledge' and 'taboos', but it is clear that compared to a true god, he is still just a mortal. Much of what he currently possesses still depends on the gods for its existence.

Moreover, are the 'taboos' that exist in the mortal world really that worth caring about?

In Su Feng's view, the only taboo that Tianli and Sky Island truly care about in the entire city is the Abyss from outside the world, which intends to completely destroy Teyvat. As for the other so-called taboos, they are at most just 'dark history' to those beings in the high heavens.

So what if Skye loses face? They don't care that much.

As beings similar to the Light Realm, almost identical to the Spirit Suppressor, the gap in thinking between the heavens and mortals might be greater than imagined!

"Your level of dislike for me is unexpectedly high. It seems that my previous actions have indeed greatly displeased you?"

Su Feng's obvious disgust for himself was practically written all over his face, and of course, the Doctor couldn't possibly be unaware of that.

But this made him even more curious: did this mysterious being that suddenly appeared dislike his actions so much?

"No, I've never taken what you did seriously—what makes you think you're worth my attention?"

However, when faced with the doctor's doubts, Su Feng unexpectedly displayed an arrogance that he rarely showed.

"What you're doing now seems to me more sophisticated than a child playing with their toys. Just like how you used to claim that you were pursuing transcendence of gods with a mortal body, what you're doing is nothing more than trying to become a god yourself."

"You're not worth my attention, at least not now!"

Su Feng swiftly and decisively belittled the Doctor to the point of worthlessness, but at least so far the Doctor has indeed not brought anything that could concern him. Whether it is the so-called slice, the taboo of the mortal world, or the God of the True Machine that is not much different from a toy, none of them are worth his attention.

The doctor, who had previously communicated with Su Feng, was not surprised by Su Feng's attitude. He knew very well that he had indeed been limited to the perspective of mortals—no, in fact, he was still a mortal, at most a somewhat special mortal.

Changing one's mindset isn't easy, so the professor decided to proceed with his plan and explore the mysteries of the gods step by step.

It's best to wait until you fully understand what kind of beings the gods are before deciding what to do next.

"Then why do you still treat me the same way, and don't even want to see me for a second longer?"

Su Feng's decisive answer puzzled the doctor, but he soon received an answer from Su Feng that was beyond his expectations yet seemed reasonable.

"No, I just came back from beyond the world. I spent a lot of effort cleaning up the mess that Ahmar left behind, and I almost got myself killed in the process. So I'm exhausted and need to rest!"

"And you better watch yourself, I don't know what you're planning to do, but at least keep quiet for the next couple of days, or I won't hesitate to teach you a lesson you won't forget!"

"Even the Queen of Winter has no chance of stopping me!"

Without any hesitation, Su Feng began to threaten the Doctor in front of everyone, and after hearing the reason, everyone present fell silent.

This is a rather capricious but seemingly not so unexpected reason?

Well... it does seem to fit everyone's fantasy about powerful beings?

The doctor felt quite helpless. Although he was quite disappointed that Su Feng didn't want to communicate with him, he couldn't continue to stay shamelessly since the other party had given him the order to leave.

Since that's the case, let's wait until everything settles down before making any further decisions. Anyway, the main data on the God of Justice has been mostly compiled. As for what will happen to Sumeru after that...

Ha, what does that have to do with him?

With this in mind, the doctor who had suddenly appeared turned around and left—he needed to tidy up first, so as not to leave in too much of a hurry at the end.

Chapter Thirty-Seven: Ying's Abilities Are Actually Quite Extraordinary

The doctor's sudden appearance and departure made the others slightly nervous.

Although the doctor himself didn't show it too obviously, the aura he unintentionally exuded was enough to suppress most mortals, especially the arrogance that permeated him, which made people even more wary.

Fortunately, this guy didn't stay here for too long, otherwise Elhesen would have even had the urge to rush into Zen Garden and gather everyone to deal with him.

"That must be the guy behind the scenes, right? The second seat of the Fatui... He's powerful!"

After the doctor left, a deep sense of solemnity flashed in Sino's eyes. As a martial arts practitioner, he was the one who had the clearest perception of the threat posed by the doctor—was it really a level that mortals could reach?

Seno believed that there were very few people in the entire Sumeru who could surpass him in the field of combat and slaughter, but when he faced the Doctor just now, he even had the illusion that he was lucky to be able to make a move.

No, perhaps it's not an illusion.

"Yes, that guy is the one who wants to create artificial gods. I don't know what's so great about that big toy."

Su Feng didn't bother to cover for the Doctor at this moment. He simply and directly told everyone the Doctor's information. After listening to the series of information Su Feng gave, Seno and Elhesen couldn't help but exchange a glance.

The Fatui are far more powerful than they imagined, and the situation they are about to face is likely to be far more complex.

"But don't worry too much. That guy is unlikely to attack Xumi. Putting aside everything else, if he were to openly attack, it might cause public outrage, which would put Zhidong in a passive position."

"Moreover, for him, many things were already decided the moment the artificial god was created. As for what will happen to Sumeru afterward, I think he probably doesn't care much."

"Whether that artificial god succeeds or Sumeru defeats it, he has already gotten what he wanted, and what might happen next is irrelevant to him."

Perhaps sensing the others' worries, Su Feng unexpectedly offered them some words of comfort. After hearing this, everyone was momentarily at a loss for what expression to make.

What does this mean? Is it because I'm too weak that my opponent doesn't care about me at all?

Should we be grateful or resentful?

Seno's expression wasn't good after hearing this, but now was clearly not the time to care about such indifferent emotions, so he could only force himself to endure it.

"But speaking of which, there seems to be an unexpected acquaintance here... It's not surprising, it would be strange if she hadn't gotten involved in something like this!"

Putting the doctor's matter aside for the time being, Su Feng was more concerned about Ying, who was now appearing in his perception. Yes, this traveler had also appeared in the Zen Garden, and it seemed that he was with Tina.

"It seems you've gained another unexpected and powerful ally, which should be a good thing for you."

Su Feng sensed Ying's presence in the Zen Garden and spoke these words to Elhesen. Upon hearing this, Elhesen's expression shifted slightly, but he quickly calmed down.

"In that case, let's go in first. After all, it's more important to gather our fighting strength right now."

"The matter of the Order of the Fathers cannot be delayed any longer."

......

In fact, Ying was quite surprised when she saw Su Feng suddenly appear in Zenna Garden with a group of people. She also discovered that this acquaintance of hers always appeared in various popular areas, and once he appeared, he would at least turn the local area upside down.

Thinking back to the Crimson King's Tomb she had seen in the desert a few days earlier, which was almost like a second sun, she knew that Su Feng had probably already caused a scene.

I wonder what kind of chaos will erupt in Sumeru City this time.

Thinking of this, Ying couldn't help but feel worried for Nasita. Compared to the gods she had met before, the young Nasita didn't seem like someone who could withstand her friend's antics.

The two sides were vastly different in strength, and the young Narcissus did not seem like a capable goddess.

Will the entire city of Sumeru be demolished in the end?

"Although our meetings haven't been during peaceful times, there's no need for you to slander me like this. I have no intention of getting involved in the messy affairs of the Order of the Church this time. The chaotic Sumeru has more important things to deal with."

"Besides, strictly speaking, I just saved the world once again, so it's not good for you to slander me like this."

Su Feng, who was about to say something when he met Ying, suddenly lost his good mood after accidentally sensing Ying's inner monologue - Ying had the nerve to call him a jinx? She, the traveler, wasn't much better off, was she?

"Hey! You can actually read my mind... When did you develop the ability to read minds?!"

Ying's face showed surprise and embarrassment when Su Feng directly revealed her inner thoughts—she didn't really care that Su Feng had read her mind, after all, she was just teasing him.

"The power you just gained after arriving in Sumeru is not yet complete, so you can't control it very well... But you've only been in Sumeru for a short time, and you've already hooked up with that little grass god?"

Ying didn't care about being mind-read, and Su Feng didn't care much about Ying's complaints.