Genshin Impact: I, the Winter's Executor, am forced to work.

Wan Ye raised an eyebrow; if it were him, he probably wouldn't be able to hold his liquor.

"When it comes to drinking in winter, I'm definitely a junior."

Moreover, long-term alcohol consumption greatly affects his strategy; one wrong move and the whole game is lost.

"..."

I almost forgot you're from the Winter Solstice, what a blunder.

He was even thinking of getting the dignified CEO drunk and then laughing at him.

Since the other party is being so accommodating, we can't keep it a secret.

"To be honest with you, Qin Ye, there is no sea area that my Southern Cross fleet cannot reach."

Beidou stood tall, its confidence evident in its posture.

"I am glad you said that. If you have a voyage to Inazuma, please let me know in advance."

"Look at what you're saying. If you want to go to Inazuma, just let me know anytime."

Qin Ye nodded in satisfaction.

"no problem."

He looked around and changed his mind about leaving.

His objective has been achieved. Although he intends to leave, running away after asking the questions would likely be misunderstood.

Let's touch it here for a while first...

"Captain Beidou, Lord Fool, this combination is truly beyond my expectations."

An uninvited guest suddenly arrived.

"Why is it you?"

Beidou's smile instantly vanished, as if his mood had been dampened.

A white-haired woman, dressed in an elegant and flowing dress, slowly stepped onto the deck.

"..."

Oh no, I can't catch the fish anymore.

Qin Ye sighed inwardly and composed himself.

"Lord Ningguang of Tianquan, it's been a long time. I've been very busy lately and haven't been able to visit you. I'm ashamed."

“I understand. Lord Fool is busy traveling with Mr. Yun and Master Hu, eager to drink tea and listen to music with Guest Elder Zhongli, and also spends a lot of time acting like a rogue at the entrance of Yelan’s teahouse. I have been a Seven Star for so long, and I have certainly broadened my horizons.”

The man, who should have been embarrassed, laughed and cupped his hands in greeting: "Thank you for your trouble. It's just a small matter, you flatter me."

"?"

Beidou covered her mouth to stifle a laugh.

This person has Ningguang completely under his control; it's incredibly satisfying.

"Captain Beidou, it's rare to return from a voyage. You seem to have had a very pleasant time?"

Seeing someone snickering, the focus of their attack shifted instantly.

"Heh, Ningguang, don't give me that nonsense. Isn't it because your men can't come to my ship to monitor me, so you want to see for yourself what Qin Ye and I are up to?"

"I naturally trust Captain Beidou's judgment of people, so why would I doubt you?"

Ningguang casually found a seat and sat down. A woman from the Death Star walked over to her and brewed her a cup of fine tea.

"Money-eyed boy, what's wrong with you?"

Beidou frowned, looking somewhat dissatisfied.

Unexpectedly, Qin Ye, who was standing next to her, also walked forward without caring and sat down opposite Ning Guang.

“You’re right, I do have an unusual deal with Captain Beidou. You’ve always understood the importance of bargaining chips. What do you intend to offer in exchange for this information?”

"Hey! Qin Ye, what do you mean by this?!"

Why did a bunch of traitors appear after Ningguang arrived?

"As the saying goes, brothers shoulder big responsibilities together, and don't worry about small things. Big sister, don't panic."

Qin Ye appeared calm, smiling as he looked at Ning Guang.

"I understand."

Ningguang laughed along with her.

Since the other party dared to plot openly and remained calm in front of Tianquan Star, it means that the matter has nothing to do with Liyue.

Moreover, she always believed in Beidou's character and that he would not do anything immoral.

Recent major events... the Fatui's unusual movements... the former prince...

She was secretly delighted.

This troublesome character is finally going to torment others.

But... what exactly did he do in Liyue?

Even now, Ningguang has not fully figured out the other party's purpose.

You're saying he just came to drink tea and watch a play?

Ha, even Ke Qing wouldn't believe it if she heard that.

"Then I'll consider my visit today as a break after work."

Seeing that the atmosphere had calmed down, Beidou secretly curled his lip.

"I really don't understand what you big shots are thinking every day."

He never speaks frankly, leaving those around him completely confused.

Ningguang clapped her hands, and the secretary waiting below the ship brought over an exquisite chessboard.

"Would you two be willing to play a game of chess with me?"

Qin Ye narrowed his eyes...

Liyue has endured for a thousand years.

It is said that this is a game of chess invented by Ningguang to pass the time.

The game board not only replicates the terrain of Liyue Harbor to scale, but also comes with various types of dice, including six-sided, ten-sided, and twelve-sided ones.

In Qin Ye's view, it was a high-class version of Monopoly.

The biggest difference is that the rules of the game change at any time depending on Ningguang's mood.

Before coming to Liyue, he had actually studied this thing quite a bit.

"I will gladly accept Tianquan's invitation. I have been iterating on this Liyue Millennium edition since its first version, and I have purchased a new version almost every time the rules have been changed. I still have many of them in my collection at home."

"That's truly an honor. Since Qin Ye has agreed, may I ask Captain Beidou?"

Seeing that the two were eager to try, Beidou naturally wouldn't give up: "That's fine, but how about adding a prize? Otherwise it's not fun."

Ningguang seemed to have expected this, and then chuckled.

"If Captain Beidou can win even one round against me, I can appropriately waive the fines for your recent smuggling and trading activities."

"Great!" Beidou put one foot on the edge of the chair and put his arm on his thigh: "If you win, I'll do something for you for free."

The two had already become competitive and were fixated on Qin Ye.

"I don't have much to offer, but if you win, I can share some of the executive's secrets with you."

"Is it a deal?"

"It's a word."

Chapter 44 Long Time No See, My Dear Pantalone

Qin Ye lay on the sofa, contemplating the lessons learned from the game.

The rules of the game are very simple: at the end, the last person finishes the game and fulfills the promise made to the first person.

He first won the battle with a strong stance, gaining free access to the Beidou system.

Then they realized that if things continued like this, the boss might lose even the Death Star by nightfall, so they maintained second place for the remaining four games.

He occasionally tries to sabotage both sides, so as not to offend either.

On the contrary, in the struggle between Ningguang and Bei, each side had its own winners and losers.

Although strictly speaking, he always sided with the eldest sister...

After the reflection ended, a sense of confusion returned.

No, as soon as I rest, my mind is filled with the things that happened in Tianqiu Valley again.

So people need to keep themselves occupied... otherwise, once they calm down, they tend to overthink.

"Brother Qin Ye, I'm back."

Tatiana cautiously opened the door, looked at the man with one arm draped over his forehead, and swallowed the words that were about to come out of her mouth.

She tiptoed over, intending to go into the kitchen to prepare the meal.

"Tatiana? What's wrong?"

Qin Ye snapped out of his thoughts.

"No...it's nothing serious."

She turned over on the sofa, changing her posture: "I'm fine, just a little bored, don't worry."

The girl tentatively approached and half-squatted beside the other person: "I was going to tell you later, but since you're alright..."

She narrated softly, "Actually, the wealthy man has already arrived at the Northern Bank."

Qin Ye jumped up from the sofa with a "whoosh," his previous disappointment vanishing without a trace: "Tatiana, bring me the Liyue wine that Brother Zhongli gave me a couple of days ago."

"Huh? Well... okay."