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

"Brother Su Chen, Brother Su Chen, look! This is my newly invented bouncy ball, it's waterproof! Let's go to Fruit Wine Lake to fry fish later! Oh, right, don't tell Commander Qin, or we'll be in trouble!"

Everyone: "..."

Qin said expressionlessly, "Lisa, have someone clean up the solitary confinement room."

...

Poor Klee, her journey ended before it even began.

Su Chen then joined the meeting. When the topic of the Immortal Invitation Ceremony came up again, Qin suddenly realized that Su Chen was a Liyue person.

"Do you want to go back to Liyue?" Jean asked.

Su Chen chuckled: "What, you don't need me to worry about things here?"

"The dragon calamity has been resolved. The remaining issues will take time to resolve, so it's time to give you a break."

Qin actually felt somewhat apologetic.

Because ever since Su Chen joined the Knights, he has been exploited by her.

Even on her days off, Qin would often go to Su Chen to discuss any problems she encountered.

Although it felt good to have someone to rely on, Qin knew that this couldn't go on. If Su Chen had to handle every problem, how could she become someone like Commander Rustan?

Fortunately, the biggest problem has now been solved. Taking advantage of the ritual to invite the immortals, let Su Chen get a good rest and also let her get out of that overly dependent state.

Furthermore, the reason why Qin sent Su Chen was because she considered Su Chen's abilities. If he represented Mondstadt on a diplomatic mission to Liyue, he would not act recklessly and cause diplomatic problems.

"Su Chen is going to Liyue? Great!" Paimon's eyes lit up. "We're best friends!"

Ying nodded in deep agreement.

When a big shot wants to join them, they naturally won't refuse.

“There’s a problem,” Lisa suddenly spoke up, “Su Chen is just the assistant to the captain; he’s not high enough in rank to represent Mondstadt.”

This sentence reminded Qin that she was only thinking that Su Chen was capable, but his position was too low. Sending an assistant as a representative would probably make Liyue think that Mondstadt was looking down on them.

“I think it would be better to let Su Chen be the acting chief inspector, since the position is currently vacant,” Lisa suggested.

The position of Inspector General is no less powerful than that of the Deputy Commander, and is more than qualified to represent Mondstadt on this mission.

Just after Guermere's downfall, his position remained vacant, and Jean was also troubled about who to promote.

The reason it's an acting position is because Qin is also an acting officer; she can't directly appoint someone to such an important position as the chief inspector.

"Su Chen, what do you think?" Qin asked.

Su Chen shrugged: "Whatever. Since we're short-staffed, I'll go."

That just so happens, he was also planning to go back to Liyue.

Please, Immortal Ceremony Master, King Yan, oh dear, Wuhu~ Something's happened.

Just then, a notification sound suddenly rang out.

[Beep~ Simulated cooling complete.]

[Adding to character template... Template confirmed—]

[Congratulations on obtaining the 'Human Emperor Template'. Simulation location: Ancient Liyue, Time: During the Demon God War. Start simulation now?]

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Testimonials

As the title suggests, this book was released on Monday, September 9.25th, and after a full four days, it's finally going to be available on the shelves on Friday, September 9.29th!

This is probably the fastest book ever released in Shuke's history.

The reason for this situation is that I've been dealing with a lot of trivial matters lately. I started writing a book before, but it got delayed after reaching tens of thousands of words. So this time, I simply saved up some manuscript and went straight to the bookstore.

There was definitely a draft, but not that much, nearly 70,000 words. Then, over four days, I wrote another 50,000 words, bringing the total to over 120,000 words before it was published.

Writing makes me less likely to make excuses for being lazy. However, there is a drawback to doing this: the lightning-fast release resulted in not getting a single recommendation slot. According to Shuke's normal process, it takes about four weeks to release the book and get one recommendation slot per week.

Yeah, it's pretty bad. No recommendations, no exposure, so I only have a few hundred favorites now, and most of those few hundred favorites are probably just for building up my collection.

I doubt anyone has actually read this far, because with 30,000 words updated daily, it's probably impossible to read that fast. Besides, new books are easy to read. Anyone who has read this far, please say something?

In short, it should be available soon. To be honest, I wasn't entirely satisfied with the first simulation of this book, but the second simulation felt really exciting, set on the battlefield of Ancient Liyue. Everyone, please look forward to it.

Finally, even though there aren't many people, I'm still begging for a first-day subscription. I really only have a few hundred favorites, and I already anticipate it will be a disaster, but please don't let my fragile heart suffer too much. After all, I'm just a kid who just turned eighteen. Please, please, please, please subscribe for the first time!!!

I'll update promptly at noon. I should have at least 20,000 words today, right? With a little effort, it shouldn't be a problem.

Hurry up!

Chapter 41 A New Simulation, Liyue, the Emperor of Humanity! [5k words, please subscribe!]

Upon seeing the message, Su Chen's eyes flickered slightly, and he calmly closed the notification page.

It's been exactly one month since the last simulation, and the cooldown for the new simulations has ended. But I didn't expect this simulation to be about Liyue, and judging from the template, it's obviously not ordinary.

"It seems that the difficulty of the simulation has increased by a level since the last one."

Su Chen thought to himself.

However, since it is Gu Liyue, he doesn't need to worry that his simulation will have too much impact on the current situation.

Just like last time, even though he became the commander of the Knights and did a series of earth-shattering things, the reality was still not much different after the simulation ended.

Su Chen estimated that the simulation would have an impact on reality, but there should be a balancing mechanism.

For example, someone may have a great reputation, but they may not change much.

To avoid the world being completely transformed after the simulation ends.

If that's the case, wouldn't it be equivalent to time travel all over again?

However, it's also good that, without significantly affecting the current situation, he can make full use of the favorable conditions generated by the simulation, such as Rustan, the president of the Yanhuang Chamber of Commerce, and the sage of the Order of the Church, all of which can bring him great help.

He doesn't even need to reveal his identity; being a behind-the-scenes controller seems more suitable for him than standing on a stage in the spotlight.

Of course, the prerequisite for the person in control behind the scenes is that they have sufficient capabilities. If the simulation cannot provide these capabilities, then nothing can be discussed.

For example, Gu Liyue this time.

If you're unlucky enough to run into a powerful demon and get knocked out, then there's no point in considering anything else.

"Then it's settled."

Qin has finalized the list of envoys to Liyue, with Su Chen at the head, and then a few more people will be sent to form an envoy group.

Anyway, it's just attending the ritual to invite the immortals. The ceremony is important, but the procedure is just so-so. What problems could possibly arise?

After all, that's Liyue. It's very safe, with the Seven Stars and Thousand Rock Army strictly guarding it, as well as the legendary immortals protecting it. Who would dare to offend it easily?

Surely some blind demon wouldn't cause trouble, would it?

In fact, anyone could have done the job, and sending Su Chen would have been a waste of his talents; it would have been more like a vacation for him to relax.

"Yay!" Paimon was full of anticipation for the journey ahead.

...

After the meeting, everyone left one after another.

The delegation is scheduled to depart tomorrow, and will set off with Ying.

Then Qin stopped Su Chen and asked about the subterranean fire.

There were so many Silver Armored Soldiers before, but now they have disappeared without a trace. Whether it's out of the captain's position or out of curiosity about the Earth Fire, Qin wants to find out.

Moreover, Su Chen had previously promised her to help her connect with Di Huo.

"Come with me."

Su Chen did not refuse this time.

He was leaving Mondstadt tomorrow, and before that, he really needed to sort out the matter of the subterranean fire.

Leading the harp, they left the Knights of Favonius and arrived in the eastern district of Mondstadt, entering the stronghold of the Earthfire.

Along the way, Qin saw many people who were dressed plainly, but upon closer inspection, they did not seem like ordinary Mondstadt citizens.

Ordinary people and guards can discern this from the smallest details, and as the leader of the Knights, Jean is even more perceptive in this regard.

"Are they all from the Earth Fire?" Qin pondered. "They've settled in this area and are practically integrated into the lives of ordinary people. No wonder they're usually hard to find."

Su Chen chuckled and said, "Do you know why it's called Earth Fire and not Heaven Fire? The power of Earth Fire spreads across this land. Wherever it goes, whether it's ordinary people, refugees, or even wealthy merchants and nobles, as long as they share the same ideals and meet the requirements, they can become a member of Earth Fire."

Qin seemed to be thinking, "So that's why the subterranean fire has never been completely extinguished over the years." After saying that, she looked at Su Chen and asked in surprise, "You seem to know a lot about the subterranean fire?"

“I have a friend who’s from the Earth Fire faction,” Su Chen shrugged. “Commander, you won’t kick me out of the Knights Order because of this, will you?”

“It’s the acting leader,” Qin corrected. “Of course not. I already know that the Earth Fire is not an evil force, but I need to know more before I can reveal the truth to the public.”

"Perhaps, what the Earth Fire wants is not the truth," Su Chen said calmly.

"What do you mean?"

The truth is, once the Knights of Favonius approve, it means that the people of Mondstadt will no longer be prejudiced against the earth fire.

But for the people of Di Huo, they don't care about outside opinions. Or rather, joining Di Huo means abandoning worldly views and carrying out Di Huo's will with a pure heart.

Su Chen knew very well that the so-called truth was nothing more than a tool for those in power to use. As long as it was to their advantage, the truth could be changed at any time.

"It's nothing, I just feel that you don't really understand subterranean fire yet."

Su Chen didn't say much.

Once inside the stronghold, the well-equipped members of the Earthfire organization made Qin wary.

The outside was still disguised, but inside, these people were almost wielding AKs and looked menacing. Who wouldn't be afraid?

Su Chen was speechless. How did Erwin train? He was supposed to be subtly fierce, but you brought out a bunch of criminals like Zhang San, as if you were afraid people wouldn't know who you were?

"Are we really okay just walking in like this?" Qin couldn't help but ask.

This is the Earthfire Stronghold! How could she, the commander of the knights, just walk in like that? Without even giving prior notice?

Strangely, those people just stared at her, but none of them came forward to block her way.