While I was in Mondstadt, I never imagined becoming a god.

What Xu Chuan needs to do is not just feel this power.

He wanted to record it so that he could project the image of the Frostfire Nail with all his might in the future.

It is exactly the same as the heart of the wind god.

The moment the knight didn't die from the attack unarmed, the immense power originating from the Heart of the Rock God surged into his body.

That was a power a hundred times heavier than the element of wind.

It is as solid as a mountain and cannot be shaken.

With the blessing of the Heart of the Rock God, the world he saw underwent a different change.

Chapter 129 Information about Kanria

The atmosphere inside the Northern Bank was somewhat subtle.

When holding the Heart of the Wind God, Xu Chuan could sense the endless winds of Mondstadt.

Now that he controls the Heart of the Geo Archon, his sensitivity to the Geo element is also extraordinary.

The vast number of Mora within the Northern Bank emanated an unusual energy in his eyes.

Beside him, Xu Chuan could sense the rock element within Ying's body.

The ley lines pulsating in Liyue Harbor, and everything related to rock, clearly emerged in his perception.

However, when he extended his senses to Zhongli, he still gained very little.

The man had his hands behind his back, yet his presence was as deep and unfathomable as the ocean.

No matter how much Xu Chuan activated the power of the Heart of the Rock God, Zhong Li was always surrounded by an invisible barrier.

He truly couldn't fathom the depths of this Rock King Emperor.

In Zibai's storyline, she refers to Zhongli as the Rock Lord Tianxing.

It is evident that there are still many secrets about Grandpa Zhongli that have not yet been discovered.

If Zhongli is unwilling to reveal certain things, then very few people will know them.

Xu Chuan withdrew his senses and stopped probing.

He began to manipulate the power belonging to the Heart of the Rock God, letting it flow throughout his body, surging from his palms into his meridians, and then seeping into his bones.

With his current physique, he can withstand this level of power.

More importantly, he could feel his body rapidly adapting to this unfamiliar power, rather than passively enduring it.

Instead, they are greedy, like parched land absorbing water.

The feeling of constantly sensing yourself becoming stronger is truly captivating and addictive.

Xu Chuan let out a breath.

This is a rare opportunity, and he must make the most of it.

The next moment, he pushed the Heart of the Geo God to its limit.

Om-!

The heart of the Rock God trembled violently.

Xu Chuan's aura suddenly surged, but it wasn't the violent, raging wind that the Heart of the Wind God unleashed in all directions.

An oppressive atmosphere made the air in the Northern Bank seem stagnant. Dust on the floor was shaken up by an invisible force, hovered in the air for a moment, and then fell heavily back down.

Starting from Xu Chuan's feet, all the surrounding creations related to the rock element resonated instantly.

The stone tiles on the floor were cracked, and the cracks spread outwards from him.

The rock-patterned reliefs on the wall trembled slightly, emitting a faint buzzing sound. Even the dust particles suspended in the air seemed to be grasped by an invisible hand and violently smashed to the ground.

Those forces did not vent their power excessively; they simply crushed everything related to rock.

The energy ripples spread out, and the shockwaves that erupted sent the documents on the table flying everywhere.

A vase near the window slipped off the shelf and shattered on the floor.

The lady and the young man retreated abruptly.

The woman's black dress was lifted by the air currents, her hair flew around her face, her face was ashen, and her eyes were filled with fear.

The young master, however, had a fighting spirit burning in his eyes.

Even though he was seriously injured, he still felt an irresistible urge to rush up and fight Xu Chuan.

As for his recent experience of being brutally beaten by a group of Liyue immortals in the Golden House, it did not break his fighting spirit at all.

Ying stood in the corner, her fingers gripping the hem of her clothes, her golden eyes filled with worry.

Zhongli remained as steady as Mount Tai.

The energy ripples spread to within three feet of him, as if they had hit an invisible wall.

Those violent forces became as docile as tamed beasts before him, even their approach became cautious.

He loosened his hands from behind his back, raised his right hand, and moved slowly and deliberately.

Immediately afterwards, the jade shield, interwoven with amber gold and steady rock brown, opened up, surrounding the surging power.

It was not suppression, but rather like the earth accommodating a flood that vented its fury.

The overflowing power collided with the shield, creating ripple-like waves on its surface and bursting with dazzling golden light.

Clang! Clang clang!

A deep, resonant chime followed, like a grand, majestic bell, echoing through the cramped space of the Northern Bank, making one's chest feel heavy.

Even outside of the Northern Bank, it was affected to some extent.

The foolish soldiers felt their blood surge with the roar.

"You're being a bit too hasty." Zhong Li's voice was neither too loud nor too soft, revealing his understanding of Xu Chuan's current state.

Xu Chuan's absorption of the power of the Heart of the Rock God did not last long.

Half a day later, Xu Chuan took a deep breath and deactivated the Knight's ability to survive unarmed combat.

The Heart of the Geo Archon rose from his palm, hovering above, shimmering with golden light, like a tamed little sun.

He glanced at Zhongli, then at the lady.

The woman was staring intently at the Heart of the Rock God in his palm, her fear undisguised.

However, Xu Chuan showed no hesitation and tossed the Heart of the Rock God to the lady who was furthest away.

The Heart of the Geo Archon traced a golden arc through the air and landed in the woman's hand. The moment she caught it, her hand suddenly felt heavy.

The heavy feeling emanating from it made her subconsciously tense her arms.

She looked at the chess piece in her palm, then at Xu Chuan, a complex emotion flashing in her eyes.

The contract between the Rock God and the Ice God had already been established. He respected Zhongli's choice and naturally wouldn't do anything that made the lady's malicious speculation.

For example, they would ambush someone on the way to obtain the Heart of the Geo Archon.

"Let's go." Zhongli turned around and walked towards the door.

Xu Chuan followed closely behind, while Ying led Paimon at the very back.

As the group walked out of the Northern Bank, the evening breeze carried the unique atmosphere of Liyue Harbor.

The door behind him slowly closed, cutting off the view of the two executives inside.

As Xu Chuan stepped out of the Northern Bank, he keenly sensed several pairs of eyes watching him.

In the shadows of a shallow alley, under the eaves of a distant rooftop, behind the window on the second floor of a teahouse.

Those lurking in the shadows are keeping a close eye on every move of the Northern Bank.

To break the seal of the Vortex Demon God with the Unfettered Talisman—such a blatant act would not have been met with such gentleness from him.

However, how the young master and lady deal with the Liyue Seven Stars is no longer his concern.

Throughout the journey, Zhongli did not specifically explain his identity as the Rock King Emperor, as if he were still the ordinary Zhongli.

He walked slowly, his pace neither hurried nor slow, like a stroll after a meal.

Xu Chuan walked beside him without saying a word.

The silence between the two wasn't awkward; rather, it conveyed a strange sense of understanding.

After walking for a while, Ying couldn't contain herself any longer.

"The Rock God..." she began, then paused, unsure of what to call him.

"Just call me Zhongli as always." Zhongli didn't turn around.

Ying quickened her pace and walked to Zhongli's side.

"Mr. Zhongli, I have some questions I would like to ask you."

"Please feel free to speak."

"It's about the Abyss Order, or to be more direct, it's about Kanria."

Zhongli paused for a moment.

Then he continued walking, maintaining the same pace.

"The more you know about something, the harder it is to remain uninvolved."

“This concerns my brother.” Ying’s gaze was firm. “I will not give up easily.”

Xu Chuan spoke up at the opportune moment, "According to the information I obtained in the Secret Realm of the Layered Rock Abyss, the Seven Gods descended upon Kanria five hundred years ago."

"The veracity of this information is currently unknown. I wonder if Mr. Zhongli could enlighten me?"

Chapter 130 Choices and Escape Routes

He used the excuse of the Abyss of Layered Rocks to reveal the information he already knew from the game.

Ying's gaze towards him changed.

She didn't know what Xu Chuan had experienced in the Abyss of Laminar Strata, but she knew how dangerous that place was.

She never expected that Xu Chuan would take such a great risk to help her find her brother.

A warm feeling welled up in my heart.

Zhongli remained silent for a moment.

“That is indeed true,” Zhongli finally spoke. “However, back then, when the Abyss Calamity suddenly struck Kanria, we went to suppress it.”

"Where is Kanria?" Ying asked excitedly, feeling that she had found a breakthrough.

"Kanria was destroyed five hundred years ago."

"This country has long since disappeared into history, and if I may be so bold, your brother is not in Kanria."

The expectation that had just ignited in Ying's heart vanished instantly, as if someone had poured a bucket of cold water on her.

She lowered her head and remained silent for a moment.

Paimon floated beside her, cautiously observing her expression, unsure of what to say.

But Ying didn't remain depressed for long.

She looked up and exhaled.

Nothing bad happened to Kong, which is the best possible outcome.

As long as the two remain in Teyvat, they will have a chance to reunite.

With her keen observation, she naturally sensed that Zhongli and Xu Chuan had other things to discuss, such as the contract Xu Chuan mentioned, or a deal she was unaware of.

So she didn't press further, but simply said, "I'll be waiting for you at the White Horse Inn."

"Okay." Xu Chuan nodded.

Ying turned and left with Paimon.

Her short, golden hair fluttered in the night breeze, and her white dress shimmered softly under the streetlights.