Genshin Impact short video: The death sentence at the start terrifies Fou.

Paimon: This doesn't seem like something the Rock Lord would do.

[Ying: Right, the Emperor doesn't need to be sneaky when suppressing other demons. Have you already forgotten about the Lonely Cloud Pavilion we just talked about?]

None of the Liyue people who watched the video believed Wanyan's words, except for some remnants of Heuria.

But they seem to have forgotten that they have been under the protection of the Rock King for thousands of years.

Video continues.

Upon hearing that there was treasure within the seal, Clement perked up again.

Wan Yan was speechless at this money-grubbing guy. "Are you even listening to anyone? Even if there are relics of the Salt Demon God inside, who can get in if the seal can't be broken?"

"Oh dear, we have Mr. Zhongli here! He seems to know everything; a simple seal is no problem for him."

"This seal has existed for a very long time, and everything about it is a mystery, even Mr. Zhongli..."

Everyone looked at Zhongli.

Zhongli: "I have a slight understanding of the ins and outs."

Ying began to decipher the mystery under Zhongli's guidance.

The key to solving the mystery of the Elemental Stele lies in a line from a story about a war between demons and gods.

"Southward to Tianheng, eastward to Yaoguang, westward to Jueyun, northward to Qingce. All lands are desolate, and the people are suffering. The vast Liyue region cannot find a place of peace."

This sentence immediately caught Wanyan's attention because it was related to the Salt Demon God, which she had heard of.

Zhongli explained this to her, “This kind and benevolent god, in order to provide a safe place for mankind suffering from war, risked his life to travel all over Liyue.”

"In those days, the gods were at war and the flames of war were everywhere. Even a moment of peace was a luxury."

"And what she finally found was this land that we now call the Salt of the Earth."

After hearing this, Wan Yan still held the preconceived notion that Morax had broken the peace here.

Clement was getting impatient; he hadn't come here to hear a story.

He urged Yingmei to quickly break the seal.

Following Zhongli's hint, Yingmei broke the seal.

The group walked back to the entrance of the ruins, ready to go in and explore.

Chapter 84 I am a Winter Man, so what if I break my promise?

Clement immediately wanted to rush into the ruins.

He was stopped by Zhongli; he had something to say before going in.

"Before entering the ruins, I have a suggestion that can help us avoid the pointless arguments that happened at Lonely Cloud Pavilion."

"Yes, sir, please go ahead."

"Please sign this contract. The terms of the contract are: take the items in sequence, one item at a time."

"To show your sincerity, you may choose as you wish; there is no need to include me in the list."

Yingmei said she didn't need it either.

[Ying: ??? Why not use it? What if there really is treasure?]

[Paimon: I told you the emergence of short videos has already led travelers astray]

[Kaiya: I think travelers these days are quite interesting, haha]

[Funinga: Hahaha, it must be because Paimon interrupted me too much in the video, so I've been suppressing myself the whole time]

[Hu Tao: That's true, Paimon does most of the talking.]

[Heizo Shinoin: Is Paimon the traveler's mouth of God?]

Paimon: What the hell is that?!

In reality, Paimon was so focused on criticizing travelers that she forgot she was the one who was the little money-grubber.

In the video, she kept urging the travelers not to give up.

This time it was embarrassing.

[Ying: Have I really been led astray by short videos? Hmm?]

Paimon: ...

Continue the video.

The two did not agree.

Clement didn't want to share the spoils with a half-baked archaeologist.

Wan Yan didn't want to let money-grubbing guys defile the treasure of the Salt Demon God.

Seeing this, Zhongli also stated his position.

"Then... if the contract cannot be established, I can no longer serve as an advisor."

"What treasures and traps are hidden in these ruins depends entirely on your experience to discern."

Seeing that Zhongli was about to give up, the two had no choice but to reconcile and sign a contract.

Without this powerful figure, the two of them might not even be able to get out alive, let alone think about treasure.

However, Wanyan still made one request: Zhongli must make a fair judgment about the truth of the Salt Demon God.

Even if the truth is unfavorable to Morax.

"I can accept these terms of exchange."

The group entered the ruins.

Because of its long-term sealing, the cave was devoid of any signs of life and exuded an eerie atmosphere.

Especially the human statues of various shapes.

It makes your hair stand on end.

[Diona: This statue... could it come to life? (frightened)]

[Falushan: That's possible. There are indeed some hidden mechanisms in the ruins that will be activated when someone intrudes.]

[Navia: Compared to mechanical contraptions, these humanoid ones are much scarier.]

[Kavi: If it's a sculpture, then the form is rather strange.]

[Erhesen: If it's a sculpture, the theme would probably be escaping for one's life, or struggling before death]

In the video, Wanyan also asked this question.

"Is this a statue?"

No. They are human beings.

This sentence startled everyone.

"These people are probably followers of the Salt Demon God from back then."

With their own questions in mind, the group continued to delve deeper.

In a place resembling an altar, they found a salt jar that was half-filled.

Clement commented disdainfully, "It's just a salt shaker. It seems the Salt God is a poor, stingy god."

Zhongli looked at the salt jar, recalling relevant knowledge.

"As far as I know, it is not ordinary. Although it is only half, it will always be half. In other words, it is endless."

Clement suddenly realized that he had indeed harmed the experts.

"Even if I keep pouring it out, won't the amount of salt inside decrease?"

"Exactly."

Clement immediately decided that the treasure was his, thinking that he could get rich simply by reselling salt.

Although Wanyan was very unhappy that the relics of her god of faith were being used for such a thing.

But that's how contracts work; the next one will be hers.

[Ying: Seeing the Fools make Mora is more painful than me losing it myself, it's infuriating!]

[Dartaria: Surely not? Didn't you use our money when you sent the celestial gifts?]

Paimon: I don't believe a word you say now.

The group continued deeper into the area.

At a similar altar, a second treasure was discovered.

"Hmph, it's just a ruler, it doesn't look very useful."

It's clear that Clement doesn't have much of a vision, making one wonder if he can really make money in archaeology.

Wanyan seemed to have some knowledge: "Is this a measuring instrument?"

“That is indeed the case, but the Salt God also has the power here.” Zhongli fulfilled his duty as a guide and began to explain, “Once this salt ruler is inserted into the ground, the soil will be covered with salt as if it were flooding.”

"The deeper you go, the more salt grains you'll find; in other words, it's a harvest of salt."

Clement was furious; this was clearly far superior to his own salt cup.

However, according to the contract, this ruler should belong to Wanyan.

At this moment, Clement could no longer keep up the act and laid his cards on the table.

"No, I disagree! I paid for it, and I organized this expedition. Why should I be the one to suffer losses!"

Yingmei looked like she understood perfectly; it was only a matter of time before this guy turned on her.

"So, you want to break the contract?"

This guy is extremely arrogant and doesn't take Zhongli seriously at all.

"So what if it's destroyed? I've pretty much figured out the mechanisms in these ruins. So, you're useless now."

"Ultimately, I'm the one who hires you, so why should I do things according to your rules?"

[Ying: My condolences...]