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

Because it was specifically instructed that the maids would not come to tidy up the house.

"What exactly is this girl researching every day?"

Su Chen walked over and casually flipped through the books, finding that most of them were professional studies on the situation of the Fengdan waters, and a few miscellaneous books on topics such as 'prophecy', 'starry sky', and 'divination'.

Just then, a man dressed as a scholar walked in.

"Ah, Lord Ryder, I didn't know you were here..." The scholar was quite surprised to see Su Chen.

"It's nothing. What are you holding in your hand?" Su Chen asked.

"This is Fontaine's latest hydrological report, as well as some opinions and suggestions from the Academy of Sciences regarding the rising water level. Lady Funina asked me to bring it here regularly."

"Leave it there."

Su Chen nodded.

The scholar quickly placed all the materials on the desk.

It's clear he's terrified of Su Chen, perhaps because Principal Arya was sent to Melo Petersburg by Su Chen... However, compared to Melos and the others, that guy fared much better.

"Wait a minute," Su Chen called out to him.

"Yes, yes!" The scholar stood at attention, his expression tense. "Lord Ryder, what are your orders?"

"Relax, am I that scary?" Su Chen said speechlessly. "I wanted to ask, has Lady Funina been researching these things lately? Has she said anything else?"

"You have no idea how famous you are, do you?" the scholar couldn't help but think, but since he wasn't about to behead him, he explained the situation to Su Chen.

Lady Funina has been studying the waters for quite some time now, ever since she took office. However, she was later caught up in doubts and conspiracies among the nobles, which caused her to stop for a while, but she resumed her research later.

As for the reason, it seems to be related to the 'ancient prophecy' that has been circulating recently.

"The people of Fontaine were submerged in the water, leaving only the water god sitting on his throne weeping?" As a Fontaine, Su Chen had of course heard of this. Although most rumors were just rumors, it was different that that idiot Funina would pay special attention to it.

Moreover, Funina specifically instructed the Academy of Sciences to report back immediately if there were any research advancements.

However, so far, the Academy of Sciences has no good solutions to the rising water level in Fontainebleau.

Moreover, because the rise in water level was not significant, almost no one in Fontainebleau discussed this topic. If it weren't for Funina's influence, the Academy of Sciences probably wouldn't have focused on it.

There's no way around it; the academy head is in prison, the great nobles are all falling from power, and now all the major institutions are vying to impress the Water God.

Maybe once things are done here, the Water God will be so pleased that he'll just wave his hand and have Grandpa Ryder allocate several hundred million, right? Then the project funding will be there, won't it?

"I see."

Su Chen waved his hand, signaling the scholar to leave.

"Speaking of which, there seemed to be news about the rising water level in Fontainebleau before the simulation. This thing has been rising for five hundred years?"

He felt somewhat puzzled.

Generally speaking, the geographical environment is relatively stable. Fontaine doesn't have large glaciers, and as a water kingdom, the water god has absolute control over water, so it's impossible for the capital to be flooded.

What Su Chen cared about was whether that prophecy would really come true.

I've looked at the report.

They are all kinds of data analysis.

Even a sage like him gives me a headache.

"Does that guy really understand it?"

Su Chen expressed his doubts.

Su Chen casually put down the report, picked up two drama texts, walked to the sofa, sat down, and actually fell asleep while reading.

In my daze, I vaguely heard a sound, like a cheerful song.

"A fairy flew out of the mountain~~?"

"It's singing happily~~?"

"It says~ it says~ where's today's candy?~?"

"The candy is in Mother's hands~~? In the flower-filled paradise~~? In idiot Ryder's pocket~~?"

"La la la~ la la la~? Ryder is a big idiot~? Big idiot~? Big idiot~? Ryder is a..."

Su Chen opened his eyes.

"Ah~ you silly Ryder is awake." Furina was busy at the coffee table, preparing black tea and snacks at three in the afternoon. She straightened up, put her hands on her hips and puffed out her chest, and said, "The water god personally brewed this tea. You foolish subject, you are in for a treat."

Su Chen glanced at them and asked, "This was prepared by Aina, right?"

"Huh? How...how did you know?"

"She prepares these for me every day. Do you think I wouldn't be able to tell just because the plating is changed?"

"Hehe~"

Even after being exposed, Funina wasn't embarrassed at all; she quickly ran to sit on the other side.

"Rade, I just saw her at the beach..."

The girl chattered on and on about the beach, and Su Chen listened while sipping his tea, occasionally chiming in with a comment.

A listless old man and a lively young girl.

"Furina, what's the deal with that prophecy?" When Su Chen asked this question, Furina's expression clearly changed.

Which prophecy?

"When the water level in Fontainebleau rises, everyone will dissolve, leaving only the water god to weep alone."

"That?" Funina said casually, "Of course it's fake. It's like some kind of old rumor. Just listen to it and forget about it."

"Then why are you still researching these things?"

"Hmm... well, I'm just a little concerned. After all, I'm considered a water god now, right? Even if it's fake, it's reasonable to care about the situation in the Fontaine Waters."

Fu Ningna held her teacup, her eyes darting around. She could pretend to be calm when facing her subjects, but in front of Su Chen, she always felt that no matter what she said, he would see right through her.

Moreover, she was indeed keeping this from Su Chen, so she felt somewhat guilty.

"It's good that you're alright." Su Chen chuckled.

Based on his understanding of Funina, he could naturally tell what she was hiding.

However, Su Chen didn't care.

Just like Aina, everyone has secrets they don't want to tell, including himself.

If they don't say it, there must be a reason why they can't say it.

From his perspective, there was no reason to pressure Funina.

"Oh, by the way, I have something nice to give you."

He handed the newly made rule cards to Funina.

"You've made another card?"

"Well, this effect is a bit special. Its ability is water elemental transformation... You'll have to experience it for yourself. I haven't named it yet; it's still in a semi-finished state."

"It's okay, I like everything you give me!"

Funina happily accepted the card.

The purple card merged into his body.

After carefully contemplating for a while, Funina ran to an empty spot in the study, raised her hand, and released the power of the card.

As the card spun in his palm, pale blue elemental energy rapidly gathered, quickly transforming into a giant water sphere. Under Su Chen's gaze, the water sphere writhed continuously, seemingly considering what shape it should take.

"Yes!" Furina grinned, raising her hand high. "Come out, Miss Sheberida! Lord Uther! Lady Hevima!"

The next moment, the water sphere split into three, transforming into a heavy-armored crab, a ball-shaped octopus, and a bubble seahorse.

"Ta-da! Welcome to Ms. Funina's salon!"

Three water elemental creatures circled around Funina, even dancing around her. Seeing this, Su Chen couldn't help but chuckle. Everyone else was using elemental power to research attack techniques, but Funina was summoning 'guests' to a salon. How could she even think of that?

In Fontaine, a salon is a term similar to a social gathering.

“Although you seem to really like this ability, let me remind you that this is a rule card for controlling elemental power, and its purpose is to protect you,” Su Chen said.

"Hehe, it's alright. Don't underestimate these guys," Funina said smugly. "They're all very capable people. They'll definitely be able to drive away the bad guys."

"Forget it, as long as you like it."

Su Chen suddenly felt that this was not bad. Although the three guys' dance was somewhat comical, this problem did not exist when they were with Funina.

Given the water god's usual style, summoning three more companions might have an unexpectedly good effect. This would not only enhance Funina's unique personality in the eyes of her people but also showcase her abilities as a water god.

But it would be even better if it were more imposing.

For example, how about a big water dragon?

After playing for a while, Funina became familiar with the card's abilities. Its effects were similar to summoning, using water elementals to mimic the form and then attacking enemies.

The downside is its relatively low attack power, but the upside is its ability to summon multiple enemies, allowing one person to become an army in one-on-one battles and overwhelm opponents.

“Let’s call it the Lonely Heart Salon,” Funina said with a smile.

"I understand salon, but why add 'lonely heart'?"

"Well... guess!"

Funina smiled but offered no explanation.

"As you wish."

Su Chen named the rule card in the rule editor.

Although the card is with Funina, the ownership still belongs to Su Chen. To optimize the effect of the rules, all he needs to do is open the editor.

...

After handing the rule card to Funina, Su Chen continued to immerse himself in the study of the rules, for him every minute was extremely precious at this moment.

However, in his spare time, Su Chen also took the time to learn about the prophecy.

From a player's perspective, the people of Fontainebleau dissolve in the water, and the water god sits alone on his throne weeping. This sounds like a key point in the main storyline... well, although this main storyline might not begin for another five hundred years.

But after learning more, I discovered that Fontaine has been associated with this doomsday prophecy since ancient times. In fact, in a distant era, Fontaine was once submerged by a sea, and in an era before that, an ancient civilization called Remuria emerged.