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

Ningguang had already realized the seriousness of the situation; it seemed that Keqing on the screen had been replaced.

This was a planned and premeditated replacement. Ningguang closed her eyes, trying to guess what the purpose of these replacements was.

Chapter 810: Prelude to the Seven Star Conference

Unfortunately, her predictions didn't work very well. One idea after another surfaced in her mind, but they were rejected time and time again.

No, it can't be that simple a reason...

Once again, Ningguang rejected a possibility in her mind and kept trying to recall what Keqing had done before. She felt that she still couldn't quite figure out the guy who looked exactly like Keqing.

Well, they probably don't look exactly alike. Such an almost identical appearance is definitely the result of artificial makeup. Can normal people really look that similar?

Or, to think about it on a deeper level, the reason why the fake Keqing looks so much like the real Keqing is because the fake Keqing is actually a clone of the real Keqing.

"Hiss, if that's the case, what exactly are those guys looking for?"

Ningguang's expression gradually became serious, and she closed her eyes as she began to connect all the past clues in her mind.

The Emperor was assassinated, Zhongli stole his heart, and with the guidance of the Jade Maidens, he revealed his true form again.

Based on her assumptions, the fake Keqing's action plan unfolded before Ningguang's eyes.

If Keqing is indeed an imposter disguised by someone with considerable disguise skills, then comparing her previous words, there's a strong possibility that her true intentions might be misplaced.

The heart of God, the heart of God who rules over the earth.

Ningguang didn't think that the fake Keqing's ramblings were nonsense; in fact, she believed that what the fake Keqing said was the truth.

"Mr. Zhongli, what do you know about this fake Ms. Keqing who played your role last time?"

At this moment, Ningguang suddenly remembered that there was a key person sitting at the scene. Since Zhongli was Keqing's subordinate, he might know something about it.

"The answer I can give you regarding this question is that I don't know. As for the so-called fake Keqing, if this scene hadn't appeared on the screen, I probably wouldn't have known that there were actually two Keqings."

Looking at Ningguang Zhongli, he shook his head and said in a somewhat helpless tone that he was already preparing to retire and did not refute much.

Since the persona on the screen has revealed that identity, then let me use that identity that doesn't even exist to slightly conceal my true identity.

Compared to Morax, the Rock King, the identity of Zhongli, an ordinary person with a certain level of strength, is more suitable for his future self.

As Ningguang tried to probe for more clues, Keqing, handcuffed inside the wardrobe on the screen, asked warily, "What are you planning to do now?"

"There's no need to look at me so warily. No matter who tries to hurt you, I won't. Don't worry."

I simply need to use your identity to accomplish something, something that's related to my grand plan.

The fake Keqing leaned slightly forward, tapping Keqing's thin lips with her index finger, and said this, while Keqing silently turned her head to look to the side:

"It is indeed a disgrace to be defeated by you, but if you dare to be so disrespectful to me again, don't blame me for fighting you to the death."

Upon hearing this, the fake Keqing showed a somewhat helpless expression: "I can't say that's disrespectful, after all, I am you, and you are me."

Although I was defeated and could only wander helplessly like a stray dog, in essence, we are the same person.

After all... I am you from a parallel world, so losing to me isn't something to be ashamed of.

After all, the enemy you face is the complete Yuheng, the complete Keqing, the complete you. The future you will also possess power like mine.

At this moment, the fake Keqing revealed her past identity, and the reactions of the people present after hearing her words were varied.

"Okay, now besides time travelers, alien invaders, and even people from parallel worlds have started to appear?"

Upon hearing about Keqing's origins on the screen, Ningguang felt an extraordinary headache at that moment, realizing how unpredictable life was and how narrow-minded she was.

His original predictions and backup plans were completely useless against beings of this level; Keqing from a parallel world was a possibility he had never imagined.

"No matter how many times you say it, I won't believe it until I get the truth."

The real Keqing on the screen still refused to believe that the person in front of her was her from another world, while the otherworldly Keqing nonchalantly said:

"Don't worry, don't worry, we have a long time ahead of us. As time goes by, one day you will be willing to believe it."

Keqing from the other world wasn't in a hurry at all, but just then, a knock sounded at the door: "Miss Keqing, Tian Shu has initiated an internal meeting, at the same time as before."

Upon hearing this voice, Keqing from the other world replied with practiced ease, "I understand. I will prepare the itinerary in advance this afternoon."

Looking at the familiar answer on the screen, Ke Qing helplessly covered her head with her hands. Well, well, it's hard to fake this familiar posture.

Could it be that the one on the screen... is really me from a parallel world?

Keqing was beginning to believe it, and at that moment, the Keqing from the other world on the screen looked at her and, after a moment of thought, said:

"Let's talk about this when I get back. I'll give you a satisfactory explanation then. Anyway, I have to go to the emergency meeting between the Seven Stars now."

While Ke Qing was explaining, the Qunyu Pavilion was in complete disarray, and Qi Qi Ning Guang was panting weakly in the distance.

"As expected of Tianquan Qiqi, her strength is indeed extraordinary, but unfortunately she is still slightly inferior to Ningguang, who will later rule the martial arts world."

Upon hearing this, Qi Qi showed an expression of disapproval: "If you hadn't called for outside help..."

At this time, Ningguang was not the only enemy of Qiqi; there was also an uncrowned dragon king.

There's a rumor circulating in Liyue that where the celestial stars don't shine, there's the uncrowned dragon king, Beidou. Unlike the normal celestial stars, Beidou is a true martial arts master, capable of slaying the demon god Hyogoro.

"There's no other way. After all, the enemy is one of the Seven Stars who are renowned throughout Liyue. It's very difficult for a weakling like me to defeat them without finding some strong allies to join forces with."

The battle resumed after that, but this time it didn't last long.

"Ok?"

Just then, Qiqi and Beidou made their moves simultaneously. The next moment, a carrier pigeon made of lightning landed on Beidou's shoulder, while on the other side, frost condensed into words in front of Qiqi.

"They are the same type of ability."

In the real world, looking at the pigeon on Beidou's shoulder, Fischl said with certainty.

Chapter 811: The next emperor has been chosen; it is Zhongli, a guest elder of the Hall of Rebirth.

"An emergency summons from Tian Shu? Ha, in that case, we'll settle this battle another time."

After speaking, everyone silently chose to leave, and the time on the screen immediately jumped to several hours later.

Not belonging to any corner of Liyue, Zhongli, wandering in the cave outside the Teyvat material layer, carefully observing the fish swimming in the pool, turned to look behind him.

"Yuheng from another world, why does he come to me, a guest elder of the Hall of Rebirth who has learned bad habits from that bard and chosen to slack off, and what does he want?"

Zhongli looked at the person behind her and asked, but the response she received was a scroll that Keqing had thrown at her.

Ok?

Zhongli, who easily used the scroll, looked at it with a hint of doubt in his eyes, while Wendy in reality showed a proud expression that said, "As expected of me."

Hmm, it seems that Morax has finally been persuaded and has chosen to entrust the future to humanity.

Meanwhile, on the screen, Ke Qing looked at Zhong Li and began to recount what had happened not long ago:

"A country cannot be without a ruler for a day. Now that the Emperor has been assassinated, the Seven Stars have decided to choose a new Rock King Emperor."

The requirements for the new Geo Archon are threefold: first, he must have never been involved in Liyue politics; second, he must possess exceptional knowledge and be well-versed in both ancient and modern times; and third, he must be highly skilled in combat and capable of causing considerable destruction to the outside world.

After discussion, the Seven Stars have decided that Zhongli will be the next Rock King Emperor.

The smile gradually froze.

Upon hearing Ke Qing's words, Zhong Li's smile froze. What, what's going on?

"So, Your Majesty, when do you plan to hold your coronation ceremony?"

Seeing the slight smile on Zhongli Keqing's lips, it seemed as if she found Zhongli's mental breakdown quite amusing.

"useless!"

Zhongli, recalling the series of arrangements he had made for his abdication, quickly raised his right hand and uttered a divine declaration. Just as Keqing was about to say something more, seeing this scene of divine decree being forbidden, Zhongli's voice rang out again:

"Me? The Rock King Emperor? What merit do I possess? I am merely a commoner assassin. I am utterly unworthy of the title of Emperor. You should seek a more capable one."

“That’s right. I may not be able to obtain the position of Emperor. There are many talented people in Liyue, and there must be someone more suitable than me.”

In reality, Zhongli nodded in complete agreement and said, "The title of Emperor is not what I need. What I need is... what was that word Barbatos mentioned last time?"

Oh right, it's slacking off, the kind of slacking off I need!

God of Slacking Off, God of Slacking Off, even slacking off is the work of a god above gods. We must sneak off to fish, so that the laws of heaven will no longer be able to use the gods.

Recalling Barbatos's previous words, Zhongli's eyes hardened. He realized that his own condition was too severely damaged, and only by slacking off could Liyue prosper and maintain peace.

"How dare you refuse this favor!"

Ningguang frowned and spoke with a hint of hostility. The position of the Rock King Emperor was being spoken of by this assassin as something trivial.

Moreover, from any perspective, there are far more people in Liyue who are more suitable for the position of Emperor than him.

Judging from ability, no matter how you look at it, I'm more suitable for the throne than her. As for status, as the rightful successor to the throne...

Oh, right, that Keqing from a parallel world seems to be the mastermind behind the assassination attempt on the Emperor, and maybe the will was forged too.

Ningguang suddenly realized that everything was clear. The will was indeed too outrageous, after all, the candidate for godhood in Liyue actually included the acting leader of Favonius in Mondstadt.

"I believe that if the Emperor were alive, he would not want me to inherit that position."

Zhongli looked at the Liyue group and spoke with utmost sincerity. Upon hearing this, Gan Yu shook her head and said:

"No, Mr. Zhongli does indeed have some similarities to the Emperor after our brief contact. If it were the Emperor, he might groom Mr. Zhongli as his successor."

To groom someone as a successor? Oh, do you mean I have to groom myself?

At this moment, Zhongli felt as if everyone around him was complaining to him, complaining about why he chose to let go of Liyue and choose to become Zhongli.

Wait a minute, this doesn't make sense either.

At this moment, Zhongli suddenly realized that something was wrong; it was impossible for everyone to have such realistic acting skills.

The expressions on the faces of those around him seemed genuine; they truly believed themselves to be Zhongli, not Morax, the Rock King.

Could it be... that I haven't been exposed?

But if I didn't expose myself, what was the purpose of our conversation just now? And how did they know that Osel's affairs were related to them?

Zhongli felt a little lost, but now was not the time to be lost.

Looking at the crowd before him, and recalling the phrases storytellers liked to say after he gave the correct answer in his many conversations with them from different eras, Zhongli tentatively said:

"Do you understand the Geo Archon better than I do? In order to assassinate the Archon and give Liyue a bright future, I have a deep understanding of the Archon's thoughts. The Archon will never choose me as his successor."