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

"You have a faint scent of mechanical arts emanating from you."

[Wood] Sandoni immediately sniffed his sleeve and frowned.

She quickly took two steps back and said, "While monitoring the Rock King Emperor recently, I also dismantled the giant serpent relic you gave me. I'll go change into a clean dress now."

"No need, this smell is very unique."

Su Yu put down the book in her hand.

special?

This was the first time Sandon had heard anyone describe the smell of engine oil as "peculiar".

However, the word "special" only indicates that His Highness the Prince is not averse to it, but it cannot be interpreted as meaning that he necessarily likes it.

Therefore, she brewed tea for Su Yu and then quietly retreated a few steps away.

Unbeknownst to her, the smell of engine oil from the giant serpent in the ruins reminded Su Yu of the bustling streets of Blue Star.

“Your Highness, the Rock King Emperor has been in seclusion for some time now. Yesterday, he suddenly emerged from seclusion and went to the ruins of Guili City. He stood motionless by the ruins for half an hour before leaving. The reason is unknown.”

"Afterwards, he went to an ancient immortal's cave. He sat on a stone bench in front of the cave until dusk, seemingly deep in thought. He only returned to his secluded place at night."

“When his subordinates were monitoring him, they were afraid of being discovered, so they hid far away and may have missed some details.”

After reporting the basic situation, [Puppet] Sandone then reported her views.

"I believe these two places hold hidden treasures. If Your Highness approves my actions, I will lead men to search them tonight."

The Geo Archon is, after all, a deity of Liyue, and searching his treasure requires His Highness's approval and support.

Otherwise, if Zhongli were to become enraged, they would not be able to withstand the wrath of the gods.

"Is there a stone table and three stone benches in front of that ancient cave dwelling?"

Su Yu asked.

Sandonne replied, "Yes, Your Highness."

"It really is that place..."

Return to the ruins of Guili City, the place where the God of Dust perished.

The Immortal's Ancient Cave was where Granny Ping used to live in seclusion.

During the war between gods and demons, Granny Ping, Gui Zhong, and Zhong Li often sat around a stone bench drinking tea and discussing the future of the people.

Without a doubt, Zhongli went to these two places to commemorate the passing of the God of Dust.

But this precisely shows that his wear and tear may be more severe than previously thought.

"Keep a close watch on Morax's movements. There's no need to search the two places he went to; there's no treasure there. Also, be careful not to be discovered, and be mindful of your own safety."

"Understood, Your Highness. I sent a puppet, not the real body."

"Don't let your guard down. He is a god, possessing unfathomable abilities."

As he spoke, Su Yu took out another item from his pocket and handed it to Sandoni.

"This item is called the Cleansing Bell, which I borrowed from the Liyue Master. In case of mortal danger, activate it with elemental power."

【Puppet】A warm current surged through Sandonne's heart.

She knew that the Cleansing Bell was a magical artifact made by Gui Zhong, the Dust God of Liyue, and later became one of the personal treasures of the Geo Archon.

In emergency situations, it can indeed disrupt or affect the mind of the Rock King Emperor.

However, His Highness the Prince borrowed this treasure for himself, and also clearly expressed his concerns.

[Puppet] Sandonne's expression tightened, and he asked, "Your Highness, is the Rock King Emperor's condition really in grave danger?"

"The fact that the guardian demon Xiao encountered the 'Night Parade of One Hundred Demons' indirectly proves that Morax's power to suppress the land of Liyue is weakening."

“Understood, Your Highness. I will be extremely careful. You told me before that I look very similar to Liyue's Goddess of the End. If necessary, may I impersonate her?”

Su Yu smiled calmly, "That's precisely why you were selected to carry out this mission in Liyue."

[The Puppet] Sandonne was astonished.

It turns out that His Highness the Prince had foreseen the current situation on his way to Liyue.

“Your Highness, the Lady of the Hidden Mirror says that you used the ‘True Immortal Technique’ to persuade the immortals of Liyue to borrow money from the ‘Liyue Sept’. This move was truly brilliant.”

Su Yu picked up the teacup, blew on the steam rising from it, and asked with a gentle smile, "What's so special about it?"

Su Yu asked this question because Sandone was not proficient in political intrigue. She was engrossed in the study of mechanical arts and had a shallow understanding of scheming and intrigue, so she often missed the point.

As if confirming his thoughts, the next second, Sandonne casually replied, "The relationship between the Liyue Ascetics and the 'Liyue Seven Stars' is strained, with many ideological conflicts."

"Therefore, I believe that the Liyue Seraphim will be turned away if they ask the Liyue Seven Stars for money."

"Hundreds of billions of Mora, such a huge amount, the Liyue Seven Stars cannot possibly meet their demands. The conflict between the two sides has been intensified and will trigger a new round of conflict."

"Your Highness's move is brilliant because it perfectly divides the enemy by exploiting the contradictions between the two sides."

[Puppet] After explaining his reasons, Sandonne closely observed Su Yu's changing expression.

Noticing the smile that lingered on Su Yu's lips the whole time, she pouted and said reproachfully, "Oh dear, Your Highness, please don't make fun of me."

Su Yu put down his teacup and stared at the firelight outside the window.

"This is both a plan to deplete Mora and a test of humanity."

"The immortals will soon realize that the 'Liyue Sept' who outwardly support them are merely using them to make money. Keqing, who has always opposed 'divine governance,' will actually lend a helping hand."

"Ultimately, after the growing pains, the Liyue Ascendants and the Seven Stars will become more united."

Sandonne blinked her beautiful eyes.

If this conclusion, which is completely opposite to hers, were put forward by other executives, she would absolutely not agree with it.

But if it's His Highness the Prince, she chooses to believe him unconditionally.

“Your Highness, although you did not agree to let Emperor Yan take the position of regent, you have indeed been secretly helping him.”

Su Yu closed the window and replied, "Morax is in bad shape and needs to be even more focused now. With me in Liyue, he can focus on fighting the wear and tear."

Chapter 122 Reporting on Work

【Puppet】Sandonne always wanted to share Su Yu's burdens, so he suggested, "Your Highness, while the Rock King Emperor is in an abnormal state, why don't we take advantage of his predicament and force him to hand over the Heart of the Rock God? What do you think?"

"Taking advantage of someone's misfortune is the worst possible strategy."

Su Yu commented.

"【Doctor】Dottore has developed a neurotoxic mist. He says that as long as the dosage is sufficient, even a demon god cannot resist its power. Let me drug the Rock King and take his Rock God Heart."

Su Yu shook his head and replied, "Neural poison mist is a technique I taught to Dotorei. I can tell you with certainty that this neural poison mist is somewhat effective against ordinary demon gods, but it is ineffective against Morax."

“Your Highness, the Geo Archon is the backbone of Liyue. We can emulate Mondstadt’s strategy and support a puppet force to seize power. This will force the Geo Archon to negotiate with us and make him hand over the Heart of God.”

Su Yu directly denied it, saying, "Public opinion in Liyue and Winter Solstice is completely different. The people of Mondstadt generally feel abandoned by the wind god Barbatos, while the people of Liyue strongly support Morax. Any puppet regime that challenges Morax will be overthrown by the people of Liyue."

"Oh well, what should we do?"

[Puppet] Sandoni is dejected.

Su Yu said calmly, "Win the business battle with the 'Liyue Seven Stars' and then force them to hand over the Heart of God."

"Oh... Your Highness, is it possible that the Rock King Emperor is lying to us?"

"Xiao nearly perished during the 'Night Parade of One Hundred Demons,' but the flute of the wind god Barbatos saved his life. Morax wouldn't risk the life of a guardian demon. Besides, Morax has never liked using such methods..."

Gazing at the moonlight, Su Yu turned and said, "Alright, I'm going to take a bath and rest."

[Puppet] Sandonne timidly requested, "Your Highness, Lady Zangjing has gone to attend to other matters. Please allow me to serve you as you bathe and change clothes tonight."

Lady Zangjing would definitely ask for leave if she had something to do, so Sandonne was obviously lying.

Where did you send her?

[Puppet] Sandoni knew he would be exposed, so he smiled and said, "Your Highness has been attending banquets these past few days and has drunk a lot of liquor. I asked her to go to the kitchen to prepare a table of dishes to help Your Highness sober up."

"You, if you put the same effort you put into currying favor into strategy, you'd be just as good as the other executives."

"Since Your Highness is here, why should I bother with all that trouble?"

Su Yu smiled helplessly and stood up.

The two entered the bathroom one after the other.

When Su Yu isn't busy, he likes to soak in a hot spring before bed. If there isn't a hot spring, he'll take a wooden tub bath instead.

Since the mission's residence was temporary, they could only take wooden tub baths.

[Puppet] Santone took off his cloak and battle robe, folded them neatly and put them aside.

Despite knowing the details of her prince's past, she still couldn't help but shed tears when she saw the dense scars on Su Yu's body and the black curse flowing in his veins.

"Don't cry."

Su Yu disliked his subordinates showing him excessive sympathy.

"Yes... Your Highness."

After removing his coat and clothes, Su Yu soaked in the bathtub.

A gentle steam wafted towards him, refreshing him and prompting him to habitually close his eyes and meditate.

[Puppet] Sandoni wisely shut his mouth, holding a bathrobe and cleaning supplies, standing quietly to the side, waiting for Su Yu's instructions.

"Your Highness."

A short while later, the voice of "The Rich Man" Pantalone came from outside.

Su Yu opened his eyes and immediately looked at Sandone beside him.

Sandonne was panicked and didn't know what to do.

The Kingdom of Winter is not a country that values ​​harmony. Its people are fierce and ruthless. As a result, the eleven executives of the Fools are constantly scheming against each other in their struggle for favor.

Normally, Su Yu and Empress Zhidong would handle the infighting among their subordinates by turning a blind eye, as long as it didn't go too far.

He and the Ice Queen agreed that the Executors' competitive spirit and rivalry helped them maintain their peak fighting condition.

Sometimes, Su Yu and the Empress would even reward their battles.