My obsession with role-playing seems to have distorted the world's aesthetic.

Diluc didn't quite believe Aberdo's words, and Aberdo already knew the outcome.

Facing Diluc, Xia Qing stated his purpose directly: "I need you to find seven key people in this world."

"The key person?"

Diluc was stunned upon hearing this, while Xia Qing nodded solemnly.

"That's right, those seven people were the hope of defeating Darkseid. Now I have lost the ability to travel to the future, and the future of this world has been sealed off by some unknown entity."

If I'm not mistaken, the one who sealed off the future should be Darkseid, the Dark Lord. Since he can seal it off, it means that he, who should have died at this point in time, did not die.

The reason... seems to be that my appearance caused the entity within Barbara to manifest prematurely, thus altering history.

After listening to Xia Qing's words, Diluc remained silent for a moment before nodding: "Although I can't be sure if what you said is true or false, please tell me who those seven people are first."

Do you remember how many slices of bread you've eaten?

Xia Qing answered Diluc's question quite frankly, and Diluc showed an unexpected expression upon receiving this result.

"This history is quite far removed from the time I was born, and besides, I originally planned to only operate around Mondstadt and Liyue for this mission, so I only learned about some important events in these two places."

The Darkseid incident didn't happen in Mondstadt or Liyue, so I didn't pay much attention to it; my knowledge of it came purely from what others mentioned.

The alliance of seven people that I formed in the future has long since been replaced. Since I was born and needed to go on missions at different times, I simply didn't have time to study history textbooks that were not helpful for missions.

I can't say what those few people said, for certain reasons.

Upon hearing this, Diluc fell silent. He had never imagined that Mondstadt would turn out like that in the future.

This Aberdo must have undergone quite a few inhumane experiments. Seeing Aberdo frown, Diluc continued to ask, "So, do you have any clues about those seven people?"

After thinking for a moment, Xia Qing replied, "Hope, fear, dawn—these are the words I recall being used to refer to three of the seven people."

Upon hearing Xia Qing's words, Diluc nodded. The being named Darkseid, a being similar to a demon god, was about to break free.

The seven people from the future who were supposed to prevent this from happening were people Aberdo didn't know, but... looking at Aberdo, Diluc perked up:

"Salvation is not something so inconvenient. Ha! Just because those seven can do it doesn't mean I, Diluc, can't. Eye of God, power of idols, and an indomitable will!"

"I, Diluc, can do anything! That Darkseid... I'll take care of him!"

Diluc's tone was full of confidence; the power of his idol was making him incredibly excited. At this moment, Diluc felt that he had used up enough points to surpass Abelard in front of him.

"You... indeed, if it were you, even the most illogical things might happen. I can't explain it to you for certain reasons, but you could definitely do it."

Because you are a righteous person.

Xia Qing's tone was somewhat certain as she looked at Diluc, and Diluc was a little stunned upon hearing this. Could it be that he would be very powerful in the future?

"Wait, what's a 'righteous person' called?"

Diluc quickly realized something else, and Xia Qing waved his hand and casually explained, "A future being named Paimon gave you this nickname. 'Justice' is one of your more widely known hobbies."

Other nicknames, such as "The Dark Side of Mondstadt," "Hero of the Night," "The Dark Knight," and "Zhou Ke'er's Nemesis," are all your nicknames~

Upon hearing this, Diluc left and caught a key point: "Zhou Ke'er?"

"It sounds like a Liyue name."

At this moment, Wendy interjected, while Zhongli was lost in memories: Was there anyone in Liyue named Zhou Ke'er whom she had noticed?

"No, they are Winter Solstice people."

Xia Qing said with certainty, "Isn't it obvious who the clown is?"

"Ah? But that's certainly possible. I still have a grudge to settle with the Fools from Zhidong's side."

Diluc was slightly taken aback when he heard this, but quickly nodded calmly.

"More... never mind, the situation is chaotic enough already. If you can resolve Darkseid's matter, I don't mind telling you the true identity of your nemesis."

The future has already changed, and since we can't stop it, let's shape it into the way we want it to be.

Diluc, remember, the key to Darkseid's arrival is very likely related to the condemned Princess Fischl.

Upon hearing this, Diluc immediately thought of Fischl's previous performance: "Anti-Life Equation?"

“That’s right, that’s one of Darkseid’s signature abilities. As far as I know, only two people can use that ability.”

One is Darkseid, and the other could never appear in Teyvat.

At first, I thought Fischl was the reincarnation of Darkseid, but her soul was very different from Darkseid's, completely lacking the tyrannical, conquering, and murderous will surrounding her.

Moreover, their essence appears to be entirely human, while Darkseid's essence is that of a race called the New Gods.

Upon hearing this, Zhongli asked with some doubt: "A new god...something like a demon god or a primordial god, like the Seven Gods?"

Zhongli tried to recall Darkseid carefully but found he had no recollection of it. However, there were too many unknowns in the world, and he didn't know if a Dark King really existed.

"I don't know. The new gods are a race outside of Teyvat. In the time I was born, humanity had not yet come into contact with that race's level."

Upon hearing Xia Qing's words, Zhong Li remained silent, his mind racing with thoughts about this unknown matter.

"The one who will descend from the gods is coming, and Darkseid's servants are also coming from beyond Teyvat, Diluc. This is truly an impossible task."

However, if you can do it, then it proves you've created a miracle, that you're more suited than me to save the future, and at that point I'll consider telling you the truth.

As Xia Qing finished speaking, her figure gradually disappeared, while the others present remained in a state of deep thought.

“Mond... I will protect this kingdom, even if it costs me my life.”

Diluc took a deep breath and spoke, his eyes filled with unwavering determination.

Chapter 612: Red, very hot... Kono, the righteous one!

“Fischl…yes, yes, she did come back recently. It seems she went on a trip to Liyue a few days ago. Your timing is quite convenient.”

The Adventurers' Guild staff looked at Diluc with some fear and said this.

As an organization with operations spanning seven countries, the Adventurers' Guild has more than just Catherine as a permanent staff member.

At this moment, the staff member looked at the greatsword burning with crimson light and the masked figure in front of him, and couldn't help but tremble all over.

The bright moonlight shone through the window, and Diluc stared expressionlessly at the staff member in front of him who looked to be only a teenager.

Has he been acting strangely lately?

Diluc continued in that threatening tone, saying that he certainly wouldn't lay a hand on ordinary citizens of Mondstadt; all of this was just a small intimidation tactic.

This is a necessary sacrifice for justice, and looking at the staff of the Diluc Adventurers' Guild in front of him, he quickly said:

"There's nothing unusual about it. Fischl seems to be saying things that sound profound but are actually quite mysterious, just like always."

Diluc nodded, then after a moment's thought, asked, "Where would Fischl be at this point in time?"

The staff member answered the question without hesitation: "The Adventurers' Guild's single lounge. Fischl has been staying there for the past few days."

As a member of the Adventurers' Guild, that staff member had no intention of putting Fischl in danger.

There's nothing to hide, so we just say what we need to say, but the situation is different now.

Who knows if, if he reveals Fischl's location, this Night Hero, whose whereabouts are unknown and contradict the rumors, might sneak off to find Fischl in the dead of night.

Upon hearing this answer, Diluc's eyes flashed with approval, before he continued speaking to the staff in a threatening tone:

"This is a secret between the two of us, and you'd better not tell anyone else."

I know where you work and which department you're in. You better watch out, or if I find out you've leaked information... hehe.

Diluc's final cold laugh sent chills down the spines of the staff. Being dragged out of bed in the middle of the night and interrogated with a sword pointed at him was still a bit too much for him.

"Okay, okay, I won't tell."

The staff member spoke haltingly, and Diluc, realizing the information was false, immediately opened the window and rushed out, quickly concealing himself under the cover of darkness.

Watching the Diluc staff member leave quickly, he took a deep breath and pulled out a longsword from under the bed for self-defense. The Teyvat continent is teeming with monsters, and as a member of the Adventurers' Guild, he naturally had weapons prepared for his outings.

They quickly made their way to the Adventurers' Guild in Mondstadt, and by the time the staff arrived, they were already out of breath.

"Dick, what's wrong, Dick?"

Seeing the panting staff, the Adventurers' Guild receptionist quickly stood up, while Dick gasped, "Fischl is... is in danger."

Upon hearing this, the receptionist immediately remembered who Fischl was, after all, that tone of voice was so distinctive that the receptionist found it hard to forget.

What happened?

Seeing the receptionist Dick's somewhat puzzled tone, Dick, who had rushed over with his longsword, explained, "Someone just pressed me for details about Fischl's condition."

Upon receiving this explanation, the receptionist quickly picked up a pen and paper to take notes: "Who is that person? Did he show up? What are his distinguishing features?"

In response to the receptionist's doubts, Dick thought for a moment and said with certainty, "Red, very hot... um, that's a guy with fiery red hair, scalding hot."

I suspect he might be the legendary Night Hero of Mondstadt, who just recently knocked on my window with his sword in hand.

When I regained consciousness, he pushed open the window and entered, pointing his sword at my throat. Flames were wreathed on the blade of the sword. At that moment, I was full of courage.

Everyone knows my integrity; I didn't reveal any crucial information about Fischl at all. At that moment, I was like a human being…

Before Dick could finish speaking, the receptionist from the Adventurers' Guild suddenly frowned.

"Red and very hot, I feel like I've heard this description somewhere before?"

I have written down what you said. Please rest at the Adventurers' Guild tonight. It is too dangerous for you to go home now.

I'll immediately inform Fischl that the Adventurers' Guild is absolutely safe here.

"As long as Fischl is brought here, that hot, red guy has absolutely no chance of hurting him."

Upon hearing this, Dick quietly breathed a sigh of relief. With the Adventurers' Guild around, he no longer needed to worry about being suddenly ambushed by that Night Hero.

At that moment, neither he nor the receptionist of the Adventurers' Guild noticed that behind a tree trunk not far from the entrance of the Adventurers' Guild, a figure was quietly listening to everything.

“Fischl… With my current strength, I should be able to hold my own against Darkseid.”

Diluc muttered to himself that he was unwilling to attack Fischl unless absolutely necessary.

Every figure in Mondstadt is a precious treasure in Diluc's eyes, and anyone who tries to covet or erode these treasures should be confiscated by him.

The reason why the people of Mondstadt are a valuable asset is, of course, because of the free spirit within them.

I will not allow those who plunder and erode freedom to succeed, for a simple reason: I am a righteous person!

Diluc felt that the title he would likely have in the future was somewhat unpleasant, but he didn't particularly dislike it.

That's right, I am the righteous person who secretly protects Mondstadt in the name of justice!