Genshin Impact, all those behind-the-scenes big shots are me

Heureia felt a familiar power in the sandstorm and was overjoyed.

"Hehe~ That's great." Fa Nan said with a smile, "It's been so long since I've seen her."

The Human Emperor has returned, and so has the God of Dust.

After slumbering for thousands of years, Gui Zhong's power has only recovered somewhat. Although it is still not as strong as it was at its peak, Li Yue no longer needs her to take action.

When Gui Zhong stepped into Gui Li Ji, he was immediately overwhelmed by everything there.

"Zhongli, was all of this done by the Xuanyuan clan?"

Although she had heard Zhongli recount the changes over the past few thousand years along the way, she still felt that Zhongli's claims about the great achievements of the Human Emperor were just boasting. Even though she thought the Human Emperor Xuanyuan was quite capable, she couldn't possibly have... conquered the entire Liyue, could she?

Of course, Zhong Li was indeed modest. Old Master Zhong didn't like to take credit, and Gui Zhong understood this very well.

The two then arrived at the Golden Rock Palace, where they met Su Chen and the others who were already waiting.

Besides Su Chen, Heulia, and Fanan, there was also Liu Yun who rushed over after hearing the news. The birdman sat to the side, pretending not to care as he fiddled with his mechanisms, ignoring the arrival of Zhongli and Guizhong.

"Welcome back, Gui Zhong," Su Chen said with a smile.

"Hehe~ I was quite surprised. The Emperor Xuanyuan of that time actually accomplished something so incredible." Gui Zhong blinked, his eyes sparkling like stars.

Su Chen glanced at Zhong Li and said, "This is the guy who told you, right? He's exhausted himself, and he's criticizing me."

"Haha! Zhongli is indeed like that, but actually you two are quite similar." Gui Zhong burst into laughter. "On my way here, I heard people outside talking about 'the Emperor has passed away' and 'the successor of the Human Emperor.' You two are dead, yet you stroll around in front of your people every day. What a perverse sense of humor."

Su Chen and Zhong Li: "..."

Hey, hey, hey, saying something about dead people is going too far. Can you be a little more tactful?

Just then, Liu Yun, who was not far away, suddenly coughed lightly: "Hmm... This mechanism of mine is truly ingeniously designed. I'm afraid even Gui Zhong might not be able to solve it."

Everyone looked in the direction of the sound.

Gui Zhong, with his hands behind his back, skipped and hopped over to Liu Yun's side.

"Hey~ Liu Yun, it's been a long time."

"Hmm? Gui Zhong? You've actually awakened? I was so engrossed in solving the puzzles that I didn't notice for a moment," Liu Yun said in surprise. "But I'm glad to see you awake. However, after thousands of years, your once-proud mechanical skills are probably no longer up to par. I happen to have a mechanism here, so I'll use it to test you."

Fa Nan tilted his head: "Liu Yun, didn't you hear that Gui Zhong was coming and specially waited here early in the morning?"

"Hmph! I am merely comprehending the Dharma here. You, Fa Nan, do not understand, so how dare you speak nonsense?"

Fa Nan thought to herself, "I'm not talking nonsense. Hasn't this been the case for all these years?" But seeing Su Chen signaling to her that arguing with Liu Yun was something only a fool would do, she wisely remained silent.

"Hehe~ Liu Yun, let me see how well you've improved your skills in mechanical arts!"

The two friends started competing.

Everyone else smiled upon seeing this.

"Shall we take a walk?" Zhongli suddenly said.

Su Chen was puzzled, but he still followed Zhong Li out of the courtyard.

In the bustling Guili market, people filled the streets and alleys. Su Chen activated the Prophet Emperor template, stood on the ground, and sensed the power.

The advantage of this template lies in its self-growth capability, which is not found in other templates. After advancing, Su Chen discovered that the changes in the Human Emperor template compared to the previous ones were more about the spiritual level.

A prophet can be understood as someone who possesses wisdom, makes prophecies, or even knows the truth.

After merging with this talent, the Omniscient Emperor template granted Su Chen the ability to easily see through the thoughts of his people.

It can even foresee the future and know the truth... but this effect is limited to the Liyue region. Outside of this region, the Omniscient Emperor's abilities will be greatly reduced.

"What's wrong? Why did you suddenly call me out?"

After carefully observing the changes in the template, Su Chen looked at Zhong Li, who remained silent throughout, which puzzled him.

“I was just thinking about some things from the past,” Zhongli said gently.

Su Chen smiled faintly: "Did Gui Zhong steal your things?"

Zhongli gently shook his head: "It has nothing to do with her...it's about Kanria."

"Oh?"

Su Chen nodded slightly. "I've heard of that ancient civilization. What's wrong?"

Zhongli said, "Kanria was once hailed as the pride of human civilization, but it was later punished by the gods and destroyed in an instant."

"Who has ever acknowledged the pride of human civilization?" Su Chen shook his head. "Teyvat is a world ruled by the gods. In my opinion, those who attempt to break the rules and ultimately fail do not deserve sympathy. Or rather, they were already mentally prepared when they chose to embark on this path. Others' sympathy and pity are superfluous... If not, then it can only be called foolishness."

"As for so-called pride, humanity is a whole; they can only represent themselves, not others. At least in my opinion, we Li people are no worse than anyone else."

Zhongli nodded slightly: "What you said makes sense... Xuanyuan clan, have you ever heard of Kadodia?"

"Cardodia? Who's that? Sounds like a short-lived monster."

“Hmm…” Zhongli’s lips twitched slightly, and then he said, “I personally witnessed the birth of the ancient dragon. It is the existence closest to the laws of nature in all these years. It once appeared in Kanria and challenged the maintainers in the high heavens.”

Su Chen asked in surprise, "That's amazing? And then what?"

"Ultimately, it fell."

"Oh, that's a pity. But this story also teaches us not to go against the heavens."

Is that so? Zhong Li thought to herself, "Let's just assume that's true."

He suddenly remembered that the aura he sensed from Cardodia was very similar to that of Su Chen.

“You are very similar to him,” Zhongli said.

Su Chen said expressionlessly, "Zhong Li, are you cursing me?"

Zhongli suddenly smiled gently and stopped talking.

After a short while, he spoke again.

"The Xuanyuan Clan".

"Ok?"

"Want to go for a walk in Inazuma?"

Su Chen smiled and said, "Yes, let's go take a look."

...

The next day.

Su Chen led the delegation back to Liyue Harbor.

Before heading to Inazuma, he had to complete the diplomatic formalities for Liyue. When Ningguang heard Su Chen's plan, she repeatedly marveled at how vigorous the old man was, still traveling around at his age.

Su Chen brought up the matter of the young master to her. Someone had come to visit yesterday, and he didn't know how the young master had managed to bring a message out of the prison. They wanted Su Chen to put in a good word for them.

It's really speechless. Why didn't you talk to the lady about something so important?

But since the young master and his brother were unjustly imprisoned and their sincerity was evident, Su Chen casually mentioned it to Ning Guang.

The old rule is to split the profits 50/50.

"Did you help the young master?" The lady came over to say goodbye to Su Chen, having just heard the news that the young master had been released.

However, he was merely released; until this matter was completely resolved, he didn't even have the right to leave Liyue.

I'm afraid I'll have to stay in Liyue and settle Grandpa Zhong's bills for the foreseeable future.

Thinking of what the young master had said unintentionally, the lady hesitated, then decided against asking. She felt that things were already good enough as they were, and being able to see Rustan was the greatest salvation the world could offer her.

"By the way," Su Chen reminded him, "Don't interfere rashly with Inazuma's affairs, and absolutely do not act impulsively."

The woman hesitated and said, "You want Thor's Heart?"

"That's one aspect. Another aspect is your safety. Inazuma isn't that simple. Pay special attention to that guy called Sanbing. Don't believe anything he says."

"it is good."

Although she didn't know why, the woman knew that Rustan would not harm her.

Not long after the lady left, a noisy chattering sound came from outside. Ying and Paimon ran back excitedly, their journey of hoeing the earth finally coming to an end.

Upon seeing Su Chen, Ying proudly showed her the weapon on her back.

"What is it?" Su Chen pondered. "I found carrots and cabbages in a treasure chest in the ruins, and then I was pleasantly surprised to find a sword?"

"No, that's not it!" Paimon chuckled. "It's that Stone Immortal. He said the Traveler is someone recognized by the Emperor's will. Although he can't take the Xuanyuan Sword, he specially gifted the Traveler a precious sword... Clang clang~"

Following Paimon's explanation, Ying drew her sword.

The sword is golden and emits a faint cold light. It looks somewhat similar to the Xuanyuan Sword, but there are still differences upon closer inspection.

"Shi Xian said that the materials of this sword are no worse than those of the Xuanyuan Sword. However, the Xuanyuan Sword was nurtured by the earth's veins for thousands of years and was also enhanced by the power of the Human Emperor, which is why it became the unique Holy King Sword."

The power of the Xuanyuan Sword stems from Su Chen's nurturing of it, making it incomparable to ordinary weapons.

"I see." Su Chen stroked his chin. "Then what's this sword called?"

"No Edge," Ying smiled. "Xuanyuan Wufeng."

Is it without a sharp edge?

"It's a good sword, much better than your previous one."

"Yes, yes, I also think the Traveler should have changed long ago... Hehe~ Lord Stone Immortal is such a good person." Paimon kept saying, "Su Chen, if we get to know a few more immortals, maybe they'll each give us a treasure, and we'll be rich!"

Su Chen nodded in deep agreement.

"Oh, by the way, the Traveller and I are leaving for Inazuma tomorrow. There's a boat going there from the dock, and we've already made plans." Paimon changed the subject; she and Ying had actually come to say goodbye.

Neither of them knew that Su Chen was also going to Inazuma.

"Tomorrow..." Su Chen smiled, "Then I wish you all the best."

He hasn't finished dealing with his own affairs yet; the diplomatic request needs a response from the Inazuma Shogunate, so it won't be quick.

But five hundred years have already passed, so a little longer won't make a difference.

I wonder how that silly Ying is doing now. I hope she doesn't cry when we meet again.

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Rice wife.