Chat group: People are in the sandbox, the system just ran away

Chapter 26 Elected Group Leader

Shimokitazawa's Archangel: "Finally, we've got all the band members. Even though I already knew Pochi's personality, it's still hard to understand."

The martial artist said: "Social anxiety is like that, but to be honest, this is the first time I've seen someone who is so socially anxious that he's a little lonely. Yeah, he's very unique."

Changing Doll: "As long as we take her out to play a few more times, it should improve."

The martial artist said: "Haimeng, you and Goto Ichiri are basically at opposite ends of the personality spectrum. How could you possibly understand each other? This kind of deep social anxiety can only be improved through contact and long-term interactions."

Archangel from Shimokitazawa: "I think so too. Pochi-chan's situation can only be cured slowly. Now I have no pressure and can devote myself to music."

The martial artist said, "Well, that's it. Goto Ichiri also has the idea of changing. What she lacks is a friend like you who will always help her like a mother. Come on!"

Nidojo Satoru: "I'd like to ask if this chat group doesn't have a name change function? I've been enduring this name for a long time."

Secretary Fujiwara: "No, I was one of the first people to join the group, and I never saw where I could change my name."

The martial artist said, "That's perfectly normal. This chat group has clearly only just appeared, so its functionality isn't fully developed yet."

Master Ke: "I want to complain too. That mall is such a rip-off. It's so random. Something like 'Vortex Destroyer' followed by dozens of zeros. Is that just for show?"

Changing Doll: "Yeah, there's also slime gel and the like. Who would buy that?"

Erdianwujouwu: "I don't care about that. I just want to change my name. Is there any way? Can anyone report it to the chat group?"

The martial artist said: "There's nothing I can do. This chat group has been quiet for a long time. There's not even a customer service representative or a group owner."

Shimokitazawa's Archangel: "Yes, most chat groups have a group owner. That way, we might be able to get more information about the chat group."

"We have detected a strong desire from group members. We are now opening the group leader election. Becoming a group leader will grant you some permissions."

Martial artist: "To be honest, I want to be the group leader."

Secretary Fujiwara: "Why should I choose you? I want to be the group leader. I will ban you first."

The martial artist said, "Qianhua, you still want to compete with me? Being a group leader isn't all about power. You also have to be responsible for the group members. When other group members have problems, the group leader has to be the first to step in. Just think about time. Qianhua, you still have to go to school, right? You have as much free time as me. Can you stay in the group all the time? This is the pride that the Dragon King has given me."

Secretary Fujiwara: "Everyone is like you, doing nothing all day long. Look at Keqing and Daigu, they work and train so hard every day. Even Chitanda, who just came in, is working hard for her hometown's agriculture. But you do nothing, just hanging around in the group all day long, and the Dragon King's symbol has never moved."

The martial artist said: "I can't help it. I'm in this situation in the small garden world. I don't have enough strength to go out and play. I have to be steady first."

Secretary Fujiwara: "Forget it, I'll give you the position of group leader."

Martial artist: "Do I need you to let me vote? Look at the vote yourself. Except for you voting for yourself, I was elected unanimously."

"Ding, the martial arts member in the group received nine votes, and Secretary Fujiwara received one vote. The election is over, and the martial arts member in the group has been elected as the group leader."

Secretary Fujiwara: "What permissions have you been granted? Are there any new features in the chat group?"

Martial artist: "You can change your name now, and the mall system has been greatly optimized. There are more products, and they are more suitable for the current group members."

Secretary Fujiwara: "Isn't this just revising the issues we complained about? What's your role as the group leader?"

"Group member Secretary Fujiwara was muted for one minute. The muting of group member Secretary Fujiwara has been lifted."

Martial artist: "This is the role of the group leader. I just want to ask you if you are afraid!"

The changing puppet: "Is that all it takes to ban someone? No other permissions? Can't group owners usually just ban or kick people off?"

The martial artist said: "No, besides muting, the group owner can neither invite people in nor kick people out. It's really lame. Other permissions only allow me to fine-tune existing functions in the group. For example, I made the changes to the mall function, but as a group owner, I don't get any benefits at all."

The martial artist said: "Simply put, the chat group won't give up any permissions when it comes to points. They're stingy. I can only optimize the existing functions, provided that they don't involve points. They're just a tool."

Changing Doll: "Don't you have any good points at all?"

The martial artist said, "That's not true. The chat group did give me some benefits. I can travel to the world of group members at will, and I don't need their consent. I'm also exempt from the points. Although I suspect this is so that I can rescue group members in danger at any time."

Master Ke: "Then you don't need my permission now to come to my world, and I don't need to look for the Emperor."

Keqing was a little hesitant about Li Xuan's request and couldn't make up her mind. Although in theory Li Xuan would not harm Teyvat and Liyue, this matter was too big and she didn't dare to make this decision, so she wanted to seek help from Zhongli, the King of Geo.

Chapter 27: The Debate Between Human Rule and Theocracy

The martial artist said: "What do you mean? Do I need to do this? You will naturally agree after spending more time together. Do I need to do this secretly?"

Master Ke: "Then I'd better go talk to the Emperor."

Martial Artist: "Honestly, Keqing, don't you advocate for human rule? Why did you ask the Rock King to make the decision on this matter?"

Changing Doll: "I know this, because besides Emperor fans, everyone in Liyue is also Emperor fans. I remember that Keqing in the game really admired Geo King."

The martial artist said: "Why are you still governing Keqing? I don't think Zhongli has any problems either. He's not some nerdy girl next door who has zero ability in governing a country."

Li Xuan didn't understand Keqing's idea of rule by man. Under Zhongli's rule, Liyue was a peaceful and prosperous country with people living and working in peace and contentment. Its national strength ranked first among the seven countries. What could Keqing be dissatisfied with?

Master Ke: "That's different. Respecting the Emperor is one thing, but ruling by man is another."

Martial artist: "Is it because Zhongli is a demon god and not of our kind?"

Master Ke: "Of course not. I just wanted to prove that humans have the potential to be independent. After interacting with the chat group, I became more clear about this."

After Keqing joined the chat group, she discovered that even without gods, humans could develop such a brilliant civilization on their own. For humans, the existence of gods is not necessary.

The martial artist said, "I won't mention the blood and tears that went into developing modern human civilization, nor the countless sacrifices it took. I'll just ask Heavenly Justice and the demon gods of other nations, what are you going to do?"

The martial artist said, "Every world is different. You need to analyze each case individually. You can't just see the good and ignore the bad. Liyue, under the rule of God, can last for thousands of years, while countries in ordinary worlds can hardly survive for even three hundred years. Have you considered this?"

Master Carver: "This? I didn't think that much about it. I really didn't consider it."

After coming into contact with human civilization in other worlds, Keqing was indeed too excited. She borrowed many systems of modern civilization to reform Liyue, so she forgot to mention the actual situation of the Watt continent.

This is no wonder. Liyue is protected by Morax, the most powerful of the Seven Gods. Naturally, no one dares to provoke it. Even the Fatui dare not make any big moves without Morax's tacit consent. It has been peaceful for a long time. Except for Morax's annual appearance, the demons and immortals have been too far away from the people of Liyue. Even Keqing, one of the Seven Stars, subconsciously ignores them.

Fujiwara Chika: "Keqing, although I don't know how much you know about modern civilization, I must tell you that rule by man isn't as perfect as you think. This largely depends on the ability of the ruler. Perhaps the best rulers among humans are not much worse than the God of Rock, but humans are fickle. There are many who are wise in the first half of their lives and foolish in the second half. Even if a ruler always maintains his original intention, there is no guarantee that his successor will be as good as him."

Master Ke: "Is the rule of man only a dream?"

Keqing was confused. She had been carrying out reforms in Liyue and promoting the concept of rule by man during this period, but now Li Xuan and Fujiwara Chika have successively denied her ideas, which made her confused.

The martial artist said, "Although in my opinion, whether it's divine rule or human rule, they're both ruling classes, and there's no difference. Whoever is better will prevail. But if you, Keqing, insist on human rule, I can offer you a solution. To implement human rule in Teyvat, we must first ensure that humans have the power to contend with the demon gods and even the laws of nature. This is the foundation of human rule. Second, you, Keqing, and Morax, must ensure that those in power stay on the right path and promptly correct any problems that arise."

The martial artist said, "I can give you several Dharmakaya-level martial arts manuals. You can then spread them around. Each generation's rulers will be chosen from those who have achieved success in cultivation. Those who have achieved success in cultivation have long lifespans and won't be tempted by money or beauty. Those willing to rule must be those who want to practice their own path and are willing to serve ordinary people."

Keqing: "How is this different from divine rule? What's the difference between these practitioners and gods?"

The martial artist said: "My method can only change the race of the rulers. If you insist on letting ordinary people be the main body of the government and exclude cultivators, then I have no other choice. I suggest that you, Keqing, use your ultimate power to wipe out all the extraordinary people. That way, ordinary people will definitely take the throne."

Li Xuan was speechless. If Keqing wanted ordinary people to rule and naturally reach Liyue's current level, she was undoubtedly dreaming. Everyone has their own desires and aspirations. Ordinary people rule mostly for their own desires, while gods and those cultivators rule for their own ideas and paths. This starting point determines the difference between the two.

Chapter 28: First Meeting with Rock King Emperor

Secretary Fujiwara: "Li Xuan, do you have feelings for Keqing? Otherwise, why would you be willing to give away your cultivation method?"

Keqing's face flushed at Fujiwara Chika's words. She was usually busy with work, and ordinary men, intimidated by her status as a Genshin and a Seven Star, wouldn't even dare breathe in her presence, let alone speak. Keqing's father was therefore always worried about her marriage, wanting to avoid rumors like Ningguang, a fellow Seven Star, and even Beidou, a woman, had done.

The martial artist said, "Don't you know who I am? I didn't hide anything when I was live-streaming Naruto. I just wanted to have a harem. This is a common thought among men, but I just said it openly. Of course I have feelings for a beauty like Keqing. Not only her, I also like you and the other girls in the group. But will you agree?"

The martial artist said, "As for the cultivation method, it's just that Liyue is more suitable. What I gave you is not my own cultivation method, but a basic method I derived. If you want, I can also give you a few, as long as you have too many points and don't know where to spend them."

Fujiwara Chika: "Why am I not suitable, but Keqing is?"

A martial artist said, "You can't just get a martial arts manual and start practicing it. Qianhua, if you want to practice, you have to change the outlook on life, values, and worldview that was shaped by your environment and education since childhood. Only then will you have a foundation for practice. Then there are the differences in physique, talent, and understanding. Although you can solve these problems with a huge amount of points, wouldn't it be possible to achieve the same results, or even better, if you invested so many points in your own appropriate path?"

The upper limit of the system of the first life is indeed very high, but it also depends on whether it is suitable for the individual. This requires more metaphysical things. With so many points invested, you can become a multifaceted strong person just by being a magical girl or driving a Gundam.

The martial artist said, "Actually, I estimate that even if these secret manuals spread, only two people in Liyue would have the chance to achieve a Dharmakaya: Keqing, who relies on the chat group, and Morax, the ancestor of all immortals and the god of war. The rest of us can only reach the level of a demon god at best."

Master Ke said, "I can't make a decision on matters that affect the entire Liyue region, or even Teyvat. I will report this to the Emperor, and then you can discuss it with him."

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Zhongli was sipping tea and listening to Li Tiezui's storytelling, wondering whether to go to a roadside stall or Wanmin Hall for lunch. Wanmin Hall seemed like the best option. He'd heard Xiangling was the chef, so he couldn't miss it. As for the bill, he'd send it to Wangsheng Hall, where Master Hu would pick up the tab.

Then, Keqing came to him and revealed that he was the Geogod, which surprised him. He knew Keqing well, especially since she had been making big moves recently and pushing Liyue towards human rule, which coincided with Morax's ideas.

But Keqing was able to see through his identity, which was beyond Morax's expectations. Something must have happened that was beyond his expectations.

Well, what Keqing said next was indeed beyond his expectations, and far beyond them. He originally thought that it would at most involve immortals and demons, but the emergence of the chat group was beyond his expectations.

Morax didn't care about Li Xuan's idea of wanting to merge with the Dao. He was willing to flatter Li Xuan. After all, he couldn't stop this matter.

However, even with Morax's six thousand years of experience, it is difficult to judge how great an impact the sublimation and spread of martial arts will have, and whether it will cause Teyvat and Liyue to return to the situation where ancient demon-level powerful people wreak havoc on the world.

But he also felt the impending storm in Teyvat. Outsiders had already appeared in Mond. Morax had a premonition that the storm caused by the traveler Ying might sweep across the entire Teyvat, including the Tianli. The final war might be far more severe than five hundred years ago.

At this time, strengthening oneself is the key. Although Morax has made a choice in his heart, he still needs to meet Li Xuan before deciding whether to accept the olive branch extended by Li Xuan.

Li Xuan didn't care about Morax's choice. It would be nice to meet the famous Rock King before he traveled through time. He had nothing to do anyway. Black Rabbit and Lily were planting the sacred tree with a group of children, so they had no time to care about him.

"Mr. Li, can we go for a walk?" Morax seemed to attach great importance to Li Xuan. According to Keqing, Li Xuan was a powerful existence far beyond the laws of nature. When they first met, Li Xuan gave Morax the feeling that he was unfathomable, as if he was facing a world.

"Of course. It's my honor to have the Geo Emperor as my tour guide." Li Xuan had a good impression of Morax, so he didn't mind wandering around with him. Besides, the game couldn't show the real situation of Liyue after all, so Li Xuan was still very interested in the real Liyue.

"Mr. Li, you can just call me Zhongli. My current identity is the guest official of the Rebirth Hall." Morax is in seclusion now, and he can't let Li Xuan call him the Rock King Emperor all the time.

Zhongli is worthy of being the Geo King who has looked after Liyue for thousands of years. He can explain every shop and every tourist attraction to Li Xuan. As a tour guide, he is extremely professional.

Chapter 29: Preaching

Along the way, the two of them couldn't help but talk about their views on Liyue's past, present and future. Zhongli told them all his thoughts and actions along the way. He was really tired and had a lot of things in his heart that he wanted to talk to others, but he didn't know who to talk to. That's why he had the idea of retiring that night, and it was out of control.

Li Xuan agreed with Zhongli's point of view. He should take a rest. He had been working for thousands of years. So what if he took a few hundred years off? This was a matter of course. No one had the right to stop him. Moreover, the idea of Keqing not being governed by someone else was the right thing to do. This was killing two birds with one stone.

"Indeed, you have given enough to Liyue. It is time to let go."

"I wonder what Mr. Li thinks of Liyue?"

"It's a very good place. Liyue under your rule, Zhongli, does have its own unique charm. It's worth it that I passed down the martial arts." Liyue gave Li Xuan the impression of ancient China everywhere, which was indeed a good feeling.

"Then why was Mr. Li willing to pass on martial arts to Keqing?" Zhongli had doubts about Li Xuan passing on martial arts to Keqing. It was not that he suspected Li Xuan had evil intentions, but why was it Keqing?

"It's just because she is Keqing and a member of my group." Li Xuan felt that Zhongli's doubts were normal. After all, this was a decision that would change the ecology of Liyue and Teyvat, and it was not an easy one to make.

"I'm just being overly suspicious. After all, I've never seen the myriad worlds with my own eyes, so I still can't imagine it."

After all, he only heard Keqing talk about the things in the chat group indirectly. Many things are still difficult to understand if he has not seen them with his own eyes. In his opinion, the martial arts passed down by Li Xuan is a powerful path that can enable him to fight against the laws of nature, but for Li Xuan, it is really just a reward for Keqing allowing him to merge with the Tao. The value of a universe is not comparable to a few books of Dharmakaya martial arts.

"Since you have made up your mind, I will give you the martial arts." Li Xuan gave you elemental martial arts based on the situation of the continent of Teyvat. Although the Four Symbols and Five Elements are basic, their upper limit is also very high. How well you perform depends entirely on your own ability.

Since Zhongli had made up his mind, he naturally acted very quickly. As the transaction with the Fatui was a contract and the God of Commerce, he would not violate it. He directly handed the Heart of God to Cocolia and sent him away.

The next step was to gather everyone together and preach martial arts. However, the person sitting at the head seat was not Morax, but Li Xuan. After all, even he could not get started with just a secret book.

Li Xuan was very surprised when he saw the densely packed crowd below him. There were quite a lot of people coming from Liyue. In addition to the fairies of Liyue, Master Liuyun Jiefeng brought Shenhe and Ganyu, Grandma Ping brought Xiangling and Yanfei, Keqing also brought her best friend Ningguang over, and Zhongli still remembered to bring Hutao along, so it was worth it that Hutao had been paying for him.

Although these people did not know the real situation, they knew that what Li Xuan was going to talk about was a martial art that was said to lead directly to the devil, so they naturally did not dare to act presumptuously, and everyone sat upright.

Li Xuan didn't care what the people below were thinking and started his sermon. It was unlikely for a Dharmakaya to preach with scenes of golden lotuses emerging from the ground and the sky falling. But after he became a Taoist, he still had some face in Teyvat. At least there was no shortage of colorful rays of light and various strange visions.

"I, Taiyi, have been invited by Morax to teach you the way of martial arts. The way of martial arts begins with building the foundation, and then accumulates energy..."

Considering Li Xuan's current level of being a terrestrial immortal, which is infinitely close to that of a celestial immortal, it is natural for him to explain the path before the Dharmakaya in a simple and easy-to-understand way, with clear analysis. Coupled with the help of the rosy glow during the sermon, everyone has gained considerable insights based on their own understanding and accumulation. The strongest among them is naturally Zhongli. The accumulation of six thousand years is really as heavy as a rock. After his successful transformation, he should be able to have the strength of a half-step Dharmakaya, even just one step away from the Dharmakaya.

"May I ask Emperor Taiyi, how does this martial art correspond to the strength of the original gods and immortals?" Seeing that Li Xuan had finished his sermon, he signaled everyone to ask their own questions. After getting permission, Ningguang asked the question that concerned her most. This martial art was to be spread, and as one of the Seven Stars, she naturally needed to know how powerful the martial art was.

It is said that it can lead directly to the Demon God, but how to divide it specifically is unknown. Ningguang, who has only comprehended the Lianqiao martial arts and is not familiar with the subsequent levels of martial arts, needs a standard in her mind.

"The first to third levels of the outer world are the limits of what the original gods can reach. The fourth to sixth levels are where immortals, immortal beasts, and demon gods' followers reside. The seventh to ninth levels are the realms of the demon gods."

"Excuse me, Your Majesty, what about the places above the Nine Heavens?" He had great respect for Li Xuanxiao, because under the rosy glow of Li Xuan's preaching, he, who was plagued by karma from clearing the resentment of the demon god, felt so relaxed for the first time, and the karma on his body was basically cleared away.

"The areas above are entirely up to the individual, and more emphasis is placed on the areas and practice of one's own path."

Chapter 30: The Spread of Martial Arts

After Li Xuan finished his sermon, he slipped away. The next task was the responsibility of the people of Liyue. Although the demons and the immortals had been away from Liyue for a long time on the surface, their influence should not be underestimated when they actually took action.

Led by Qixing, all the prominent figures from all walks of life stood up to support the newly emerged martial arts, and the news spread throughout Liyue in just two days.

"Have you heard? The Emperor's friend, the demon god Taiyi, took pity on the hardships faced by the world. He continued the broken path of the martial arts, tapped into the potential of the human body, and opened up a powerful martial arts path."

"Is this true? How powerful can it be? Can it compare to the original god?"

Some people scoffed at this. How powerful can martial arts be? For thousands of years, countless martial artists have practiced hard for decades, but they are still not as good as a child who has just obtained the Eye of God. Martial arts can only be used to inflict harm on ordinary people, but it is useless when encountering the original god.

"Original God? What's an Original God? The Demon God Taiyi is said to be even more powerful than the Emperor. The martial arts he created can make warriors become immortals or even demon gods. Once the martial arts become divine, it is no longer empty talk."

"Is it fake? You're exaggerating too much. I don't know where this fake news came from."