Genshin Impact: I, the Winter Prince, reign supreme.

She wore a gold and white Liyue-style cheongsam with a golden phoenix embroidered on the chest, which accentuated her full figure and made her look elegant and noble.

Her long, platinum blonde hair reached her calves, graceful and captivating, while the crimson tassels hanging from her forehead complemented her orange-yellow red eyes.

Her three female secretaries, who could also be considered her confidantes, were Bai Xiao, Bai Wen, and Bai Shi. They were responsible for organizing the various intelligence and information sent to her, and finally handing them over to Ning Guang for final decision-making.

Tianquan is the de facto ruler of Liyue, holding a high position and great power. Originally, she could have delegated her work to her subordinates, but Ningguang believes that she should do everything herself in order to make the most accurate judgments.

This is the experience she gained from starting from scratch.

“Excellent. Last month’s tax revenue doubled compared to previous years. Liyue’s commerce and trade have once again reached a new level.”

"The Thousand Rock Army discovered a traveler in Dihua Island who was attacked by elemental creatures and obtained a Vision in despair. Interesting. Send someone to deliver some money. I will celebrate whenever someone from Liyue obtains a Vision."

"Wanmintang has developed a new dish, and the people who tried it praised it highly... I'm currently on a diet, so I'll save this kind of information for last. I can't resist the urge to try Xiangling's cooking again."

"The Southern Cross fleet encountered a storm during its voyage and only returned safely after three days and three nights. I told you long ago, Beidou is very lucky and has a long life; even God couldn't bear to take her life."

Ningguang's face darkened immediately upon seeing the two pieces of intelligence below.

"A ghostly figure has appeared at Wangshu Inn again. Sigh, why does Xiao always give himself away unintentionally? I've told him so many times, he's easy to frighten customers. I guess I need to remind him."

"Merchants in Jueyun Pass have been attacked by monsters, and the hermit immortals living in the mountains are standing by and watching them die? These old fogies, if they don't acknowledge that the era of immortals is over, then why do they still act like reclusive sages, completely indifferent to the lives of ordinary people? Send our soldiers to protect the merchants and tourists. Liyue will not allow any monsters to harm people!"

"The immortals... have now become an obstacle to Liyue's development."

A variety of pieces of information flashed before Ningguang's eyes.

Suddenly, her hand stopped.

“Interesting. Inazuma has relaxed the ‘isolation order’ and reopened foreign trade. Our Liyue merchants should seize this opportunity.”

Upon hearing this, Baiwen, who was closest to the window, immediately got up and opened it.

Ningguang crushed the intelligence report into pieces and threw them out the window—

Fluttering and falling, like snow dust descending from the clouds; dense and sparse, each word is as precious as a rare treasure.

Everyone knows that the authority of Heaven is supreme.

This move was euphemistically called "Snowslash" by Liyue merchants.

The information on the slips of paper was invaluable to all merchants. Whoever could get the information first would be able to seize the opportunity to make a fortune.

Every "snowfall" event causes a huge shock in the Liyue Harbor business community.

A commotion arose from the street as a group of merchants began scrambling for scraps of paper. Even from a great distance, the sound could be faintly heard inside the Jade Pavilion.

Ningguang continued to examine the intelligence she had received, her beautiful eyes narrowing.

"During Prince Zhidong's visit to Inazuma, he authorized the exclusive distribution rights for Inazuma's black powder to Yoomiya, the owner of the Naganohara Fireworks Shop... I've heard of Yoomiya; in terms of fireworks skills, she's no less skilled than the fireworks masters of Liyue."

Bai Wen snorted, "She only offered a toast at the dinner table and won the favor of Prince Zhidong. Does she know some kind of charm technique?"

Bai Xiao, who was standing to the side, looked up and said, "I bet this Xiao Gong must be very beautiful, otherwise why would Prince Zhi Dong be so attracted to her?"

Bai Shi adjusted his glasses and said, "No matter how pretty she is, she's not as beautiful as Lady Ning Guang."

Ningguang raised her fair chin and glanced at the three of them.

The three secretaries immediately shut up and went back to their work.

"The fact that Xiaogong obtained the black powder agency rights can only mean that they knew each other before. If there were no relationship, why would Prince Zhidong make such a hasty decision?"

Ningguang voiced her guess.

"But no matter what, Xiaogong has obtained the exclusive agency rights. As the commercial capital of Teyvat, we merchants of Liyue cannot be content to lag behind."

Ningguang tore the note in her hand to shreds again and threw it out the window.

How businessmen use this intelligence is their business. Ningguang hopes that more millionaires will emerge in the business world, and that she can also benefit from their wealth.

More than two months have passed since the last "snowflakes," and today, two "snowflakes" appeared in one day, causing the merchants and people of Liyue Harbor to be in a complete uproar.

"Lord Ningguang."

Suddenly, someone came from outside requesting an audience.

When Ningguang was working in the Qunyu Pavilion, she would only leave three trusted confidants behind and refuse all outsiders entry.

She frowned, about to reprimand him, but upon seeing the person in front of her, her face immediately lit up with a smile.

The newcomer was dressed in a tight-fitting backless bodysuit, with black pantyhose wrapped in a short cheongsam. Her long hair was like the pale blue sea, and she had a single tuft of hair sticking up on her head. Strange cowbells hung from her stand-up collar, and two curved horns on her head indicated that she was not human.

"I apologize for disturbing Lady Ningguang."

"Come in quickly, Gan Yu. You're a rare guest. You always say you're worried about my three secretaries feeling stressed because of your visit to Qunyu Pavilion, but you're overthinking it. You and the three of them are all very important to me; I can't do without any of them."

Gan Yu is Yue Haiting's secretary. She has the blood of both humans and immortals flowing through her veins, which gives her extraordinary energy and memory. Her work efficiency is terrifying; she does the work of dozens of people all by herself, and she does it tirelessly and without complaint.

However, precisely because of her outstanding work ability, Gan Yu would not easily go to Qunyu Pavilion to put psychological pressure on the three secretaries, Bai Xiao, Bai Wen, and Bai Shi. She usually stayed at the Haiyue Pavilion headquarters to work.

But today an emergency occurred, and she had to come up here in person to report.

"Lady Ningguang, we just received a message from the Kingdom of Winter. The Winter delegation, led by Prince Winter, will soon be visiting Liyue."

Gan Yu's tone revealed her worry.

Ningguang smiled and said, "Both of today's 'Snowflakes' are related to him, so it's perfect timing. Get ready, this Prince of Winter has quite a bit of money to offer."

"The purpose of Prince Winter's visit to Liyue is still unclear, so we must be careful."

"Gan Yu, you're too nervous. Relax."

As long as there is Mora to earn, Ningguang doesn't care whether the other party is a member of the Fatui or Prince Winter, and she doesn't care what the other party's purpose is.

With the Thousand Rock Army and the Geo Archon in Liyue, who would dare to cause trouble?

Ningguang crushed the intelligence report and threw it out the window again, creating a third "snowstorm".

"The arrival of Prince Zhidong means numerous business opportunities. How many people will become rich and famous overnight, and how many will be heartbroken? This is the eternal story of the Kingdom of Contracts."

Chapter 52 Southern Cross Fleet

A day and a night later, the Imperial warship sailed into the waters near Liyue and encountered a local armed fleet, the Southern Cross fleet's flagship, the Dark Star.

Beidou, the leader of the "Southern Cross" fleet, held up a long-tube pirate telescope and gazed at the "Empire" warship not far away. He then ordered, "Aim at the target!"

The dozen or so cannons of the "Death Star" were all pointed at the "Empire" warship.

"fire!"

With a command from Beidou, shells shot into the sky, tracing arcs over the "Empire" warship before landing in the distant sea, exploding into sprays of water.

A sailor asked, "Boss, that's the ship of the Zhidong Kingdom's delegation. We didn't communicate with them beforehand. Won't doing this anger Prince Zhidong?"

The Southern Cross fleet traveled extensively throughout the world, shuttling between seven countries. They possessed more extensive and detailed information and intelligence than many others.

Only those sailors who have been to the Kingdom of Winter can truly appreciate the love and support the people of Winter have for Prince Winter, and their almost fanatical worship of him, which is no less than that of the Ice Queen.

The story of Prince Zhidong was so well-known that they held him in high esteem and deep fear.

"Hehe, His Highness is not one for formalities. He will appreciate my unique and unconventional welcoming ceremony."

With one foot on the railing, Beidou said excitedly.

After receiving Ningguang's notification yesterday afternoon, she began preparing for today's welcoming ceremony, racking her brains and finally coming up with the idea of ​​bombarding the area with artillery shells.

"In addition, Lady Ningguang also wants me to give them a hard time. I've heard that the Prince of Winter is extremely noble and arrogant, but when he comes to Liyue, he must abide by our rules."

"Big Sister... um..."

Beidou said impatiently, "You speak so weakly, are you using all your energy on those women in the tavern?"

"Boss...look up there."

The crew members said timidly.

Beidou raised its head and its eyes widened instantly.

On the mast, which was dozens of meters high, stood a man. His cloak fluttered in the wind, and he looked very dashing. Every move he made exuded an air of arrogance that commanded respect.

If she still can't recognize who it is at a time like this, then Beidou might as well give up her business at sea.

"His Highness the Prince personally boarded the ship; we have failed to greet him properly."

On behalf of all the crew members, Beidou extended greetings to Prince Zhidong.

Su Yu landed gracefully on the deck, as if he had no weight at all. Bei Dou was shocked. Based on this alone, she judged that Prince Zhi Dong's strength was unfathomable, and immediately became even more humble.

“I heard what you just said. It seems that your Miss Ningguang has a problem with me and wants to give me a hard time. Sometimes, our Winter's warships also use this method to intimidate ships from other countries, but it has no effect on me at all. It just scared the members of our delegation quite a bit.”

Beidou immediately said, "You are a distinguished guest of Liyue. We were impolite and apologize to Your Highness."

Beidou has a cheerful personality and admits her mistakes immediately, which is no big deal.

Su Yu said calmly, "If anyone should apologize, it should be Ningguang. Captain Beidou, aren't you going to invite me in for a cup of tea?"

"Oh... I forgot. But we don't have a dedicated lounge on our ship, and we can't exactly go to the restaurant for tea, it's dirty and messy there."

Su Yu's request presented BeiDou with a huge challenge.

"A relatively clean place, preferably with a window so I can see the sea. It's still a little over two hours' journey from here to Liyue Harbor, so I'll stay on your ship."

Upon hearing this, Beidou pondered for a moment, as if making an extremely difficult decision.

"Your Highness, please come to my room."

Beidou's room was an absolute forbidden area on the "Death Star".

Once, a few clueless drunken crew members, emboldened by alcohol, insisted on going to her room to take a look. As a result, Hokuto Raito inside was furious, beat the two men up, and threw them overboard to be eaten by sharks.

From then on, no man dared to step into her room.

But today, Captain Beidou actually invited a man of the opposite sex to her room. The sailors on the ship were stunned for a moment, and then burst into laughter and whistles.

"If anyone keeps stirring up trouble, nobody's allowed to eat tonight!"

After Beidou gave a clear shout, her subordinates slunk away to get back to work, but a rare blush appeared on her own face.

Beidou, with her mature and sophisticated demeanor, appears as forthright as a man, but she is still a woman after all. Her room is neat and clean, with many green plants and potted plants on the bedside table and bookshelf.

In a cabinet, Su Yu also saw colorful seashells.

This woman, whom countless men respectfully call "Big Sister," actually still has a girlish heart.

"Your Highness, please excuse these; they are just toys from my childhood."