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

Xu Chuan felt a little uncomfortable under her gaze and looked away.

Hu Tao looked away, but her anger hadn't subsided. She picked up the teacup on the table and took a big gulp.

The tea had gone cold, but she didn't care.

"I will keep the leader's instructions in mind," Xu Chuan said.

"You'd better really remember that."

Hu Tao put down her teacup, her tone stiff, but the corners of her mouth finally relaxed slightly.

Looking at her sullen face, Xu Chuan felt a surge of warmth in his heart.

Having been in Teyvat for so long, he has seen too many people treat him well.

Yura's concern was hidden behind her cold face, Ying expressed her trust through her actions, and Zhongli offered protection through her silence.

But Hu Tao is different; she doesn't hide.

Her concern was like a fire, burning brightly and scalding people with nowhere to hide.

"By the way," Xu Chuan said, "I'm planning to go to Mondstadt in a few days. If the Hall of Rebirth has any business in Mondstadt, I can help out."

Hu Tao paused for a moment while holding the teacup.

"There are indeed the remains of several adventurers that need to be escorted to Mondstadt."

She put down her teacup, her tone returning to its usual casualness.

"Then leave it to me."

"Okay, it's up to you."

Hu Tao's expression changed almost imperceptibly, so briefly that it was nearly missed.

But she quickly returned to normal.

"Then you'll follow me for now." She stood up.

"Let's work together to return the belongings of these Qianyan soldiers to their families."

Xu Chuan nodded.

He thinks it's good to finish what you start.

Since I chose to bring them back, I will definitely do a good job.

In this way, making up for my regrets in Teyvat little by little is also a very pleasant thing.

Xu Chuan carefully put away the stack of letters and followed Hu Tao out of the backyard of the Hall of Rebirth.

The morning light fell on the streets of Liyue Harbor, on the cobblestone pavement, and on the shadows of the two people standing one in front of the other.

In the distance, the sea near the harbor shimmered with light. Several seagulls circled in the sky, their cries carrying far.

Hu Tao walked ahead, her pace neither too fast nor too slow. The plum blossom on her hat swayed with her steps.

She took a few steps, then suddenly turned around.

"What are you standing there for?"

Xu Chuan smiled and quickened his pace.

Chapter 137 Trip to the Chamber of Commerce

After leaving the shrine, the two walked side by side through the crowd.

I've glanced at the contents of the letter.

Hu Tao flipped through the stack of yellowed letters, her fingertips lightly tapping the paper a few times.

“I’m familiar with a few of them, so I can go directly to them.”

She had the confidence to say those words.

“If I’m not mistaken,” Xu Chuan looked at her, “it’s most likely one of the major families in Liyue.”

"Smart." Hu Tao patted his shoulder, looking pleased. "No wonder this hall master values ​​you."

Xu Chuan shook his head; it wasn't hard to guess.

From birth to death, most people in Liyue inevitably have to deal with the Hall of Resurrection.

If this is the case for ordinary people, then the relationships between large families that have survived to this day and the Hall of Rebirth must be even closer.

Generation after generation, birth, aging, sickness, and death, marriage and funerals—the ledgers of the Hall of Rebirth record the comings and goings of people in Liyue Harbor over the past few hundred years.

Xu Chuan felt a surge of emotion.

As expected of the leader in Liyue's funeral industry, they are truly professional.

"However," Hu Tao changed the subject, her tone becoming quite serious.

"It would actually be more appropriate to leave this matter to Zhongli."

"Oh?"

"That guy is frighteningly familiar with the history of Liyue, as if he had experienced it firsthand."

She tilted her head, blinked, and lowered her voice, as if she were telling a huge secret.

"I suspect he is some kind of immortal who has retreated to the mortal world."

Xu Chuan's lips curled up slightly, but he suppressed his urge to share.

Grandpa Zhongli is more than just an immortal.

Even if he simply wanted to see Hu Tao bossing Zhong Li around, he wouldn't expose the matter.

Moreover, even he, a transmigrator, only had a vague understanding of his identity.

Seeing his expression, Hu Tao rolled her eyes and teased, "Thinking about it this way, Xu Chuan, you seem quite possible too."

"Honestly, aren't you?"

Xu Chuan suddenly became interested and decided to continue the conversation.

"Sigh—" He sighed, shook his head, his tone carrying three parts helplessness and seven parts regret.

"I originally wanted to interact with you as an ordinary person."

"I didn't expect that you would still find out."

As he spoke, he straightened his back, put his hands behind his back, and raised his chin slightly, imitating the tone of voice of the True Lord Liuyun Jiefeng.

His words carried a hint of ethereal arrogance, like those of an immortal: "Seeing your abundant spiritual energy, would you be willing to cultivate with me?"

"Wow—" Hu Tao's eyes lit up, and she cupped her face in her hands, revealing an exaggerated expression of surprise, "It really is an immortal!"

As they talked, their topics became increasingly absurd.

"Pfft, even immortals can be stumped by a penny."

Xu Chuan said seriously, "Of course. Even the ancestor of all immortals had times when he was struggling financially and had no money."

"But Mora was created by the Emperor, I don't believe he would lack Mora."

Faced with Hu Tao's questioning, Xu Chuan sighed.

"These days, nobody believes the truth, which is really troubling for me."

Because I was telling the truth, without any falsehood.

"Pfft-"

Hu Tao burst out laughing, covering her mouth, her shoulders shaking.

Based on this alone, this guy really dares to say anything. He's so disrespectful to the Rock King Emperor, he can't possibly be an immortal.

Because any immortal who has fought alongside the Rock King Emperor is far more awe-inspiring than mortals when it comes to matters concerning the Emperor.

This guy, does he really think the Hall of Rebirth has never had any contact with immortals?

Xu Chuan laughed along, his laughter not loud, but it was particularly clear in the quiet alley.

The slight unpleasantness between the two just now, like the morning mist under the sun, soon dissipated completely.

"Alright, alright."

Hu Tao wiped away the tears of laughter from the corners of her eyes, and stopped laughing. "Now it's time to get down to business."

She turned around and walked towards the alley entrance. Xu Chuan followed behind her, his pace neither fast nor slow.

As they stepped out of the alley, a magnificent building stood before them.

The red-lacquered gate had gleaming copper nails.

Above the door hangs a plaque with the four large characters "Feiyun Chamber of Commerce" written in vigorous strokes and outlined in gold lacquer.

The two stone lions at the entrance are majestic and taller than a person.

The threshold was worn smooth and shiny from being stepped on so many times; countless people had come and gone.

Xu Chuan paused for a moment.

He never expected it to be the Feiyun Chamber of Commerce.

It seems that the Xingqiu family also had ancestors who died in battle at the deep abyss of layered rocks.

Hu Tao led him through the gate, through the halls and across the houses, without anyone stopping him along the way.

When the chamber of commerce staff saw Hu Tao, they simply nodded and greeted her without asking her anything.

Clearly, she's a regular here.

In the backyard living room, a boy was sitting at the table reading a book.

With slender eyebrows and eyes, and fair skin, she was even more beautiful than a young girl at first glance.

Hearing footsteps, the boy looked up and put down the book in his hand.

"Hu Tao, what brings you here?"

He stood up. "I thought the recent events in Liyue Harbor would keep you so busy you wouldn't have a moment to spare."

"Xingqiu," Hu Tao said, her tone more serious than usual, "I'm here on important business."

Xingqiu glanced at her, and seeing that she didn't seem to be joking, he also stopped smiling.

His gaze shifted and landed on Xu Chuan, scrutinizing him from head to toe.

Xu Chuan was also sizing up Xing Qiu.

This is the person who is jokingly referred to by many players as the "Second Miss of the Flying Cloud Merchant Guild".

With fair skin and gentle features, one might mistake her for someone else if they didn't know her background.

If this robe were replaced with women's clothing...

As expected, the nickname was not wrong.

"Excuse me, who is this?" Xingqiu looked at Hu Tao, his eyes filled with doubt.

He was familiar with the Hall of Rebirth and knew Zhongli, but he had never seen such a person by Hu Tao's side.

“His name is Xu Chuan, a guest elder who just joined the Hall of Rebirth.” Hu Tao turned to the side and raised her chin at Xing Qiu. “This guy is Xing Qiu, the second young master of the Flying Cloud Merchant Guild.”

After a brief introduction, Hu Tao recounted the whole story.

From the hidden realm of the towering cliffs and abysses to the relics of the Thousand Rocks Army soldiers from five hundred years ago, to the names mentioned in those yellowed letters.

He explained everything clearly, down to the smallest detail.

Xingqiu listened and remained silent for a moment.

Then he bowed to Xu Chuan. It wasn't a simple cupped-hand salute, but a proper, formal bow.

The manners were impeccable and meticulous, leaving no room for criticism.

"Your Excellency Xu Chuan's kindness," Xing Qiu straightened up, his gaze sincere, "Our Feiyun Chamber of Commerce will forever remember it."

He paused, then added, "If there's anything I can do to help, just let me know."

Xu Chuan accepted it readily, without any refusal or polite formalities.

Because of what he did, he deserved these courtesies.