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

A pair of golden eyes coldly looked down at the crowd below.

The Great Sage Who Subdues Demons, the Dharma Protector Yaksha, and Xiao.

He appeared without warning, as if he had always been there, only that no one had noticed him before.

Paimon darted behind Ying, peeking out only half his head, and muttered, "When did he get there? I didn't notice at all."

Xu Chuan looked up at the figure on the eaves, his face showing no surprise.

"They arrived quite quickly."

"It's nearby."

His gaze swept past Xu Chuan, across the crowd behind him, lingered on Ning Guang for a moment, then on Gan Yu for a brief instant, before finally looking away.

"What's the matter?"

It was still those two words, but there was no emotion in his tone.

Xu Chuan stepped aside, making way for the people behind him.

Ningguang has already taken a step forward.

She bowed slightly, her posture elegant and dignified, and the smile on her face was much more sincere than before.

"The arrival of the Great Sage Who Subdued Demons brings glory to the humble Jade Pavilion."

"I am Tianquan Ningguang. I have taken the liberty of inviting you here, Great Sage. The Seven Stars have important matters to discuss with the immortals. May we explain to you in detail?"

Her wording was impeccable, clearly stating her identity, explaining the reasons, and showing utmost respect.

Any leader in Liyue would find fault with these words.

But Xiao is not any of the superiors.

Those golden eyes looked straight past her and landed on Xu Chuan.

"Did you contact me, or did she contact me?"

The question was so blunt that Ningguang's smile froze slightly.

The platform found itself in a subtle awkward situation.

Xu Chuan looked at Xiao, then at Ningguang, and suddenly smiled.

"This concerns the Rock King Emperor, so I specifically asked you to come here."

Xiao remained silent for a moment.

The next instant, his figure disappeared from the eaves.

Almost at the same time, a dark blue figure appeared on the platform, standing beside Xu Chuan, no more than three steps away.

"Go ahead."

His tone remained indifferent, but at least he came down.

Ningguang secretly breathed a sigh of relief and gave Xu Chuan a grateful look.

She reorganized her thoughts and began to explain.

Xiao spoke only after Ningguang finished speaking.

"The immortals will investigate the matter concerning the Emperor himself."

His voice remained calm, as if stating an undeniable fact.

"Gan Yu doesn't need to go to Jueyun Pass."

Gan Yu was slightly taken aback, then bowed slightly: "Thank you, Great Sage Who Subdues Demons."

Upon hearing this, Ningguang felt a weight lifted from her heart.

She turned to Xu Chuan, her eyes filled with genuine gratitude.

"Thank you for your help, Mr. Xu Chuan."

"You're welcome."

Xiao finished his business and didn't linger.

His gaze shifted to Xu Chuan.

"gone."

"So fast?" Xu Chuan raised an eyebrow. "Since you're here, why not sit down and have a cup of tea?"

Xiao's figure swayed slightly and then disappeared.

Chapter 87 Xu Chuan: I'm Worthy of Investment

Outside the Jade Pavilion, the wind still blows.

Xu Chuan stood on the edge of the suspended platform, his clothes fluttering in the wind.

Behind him stood Ying, Paimon, Ningguang and Keqing from the Liyue Seven Stars, as well as Ganyu and Yanfei.

The figure of Xiao lingered here for a moment.

The Great Sage Who Subdued Demons arrived suddenly and left just as abruptly.

A dark green figure descended from the heights, golden eyes sweeping over the crowd. After briefly explaining the immortal's attitude, it vanished like a gust of wind.

They came and went in a hurry, without even giving us a second glance.

"He runs really fast," Xu Chuan muttered to himself.

However, he has already achieved his goal for this trip.

The arrest warrants for Luminous and Paimon have been withdrawn, and the two suspicious individuals from Mondstadt now have legal status in Liyue.

And having made his name known to the Seven Stars of Liyue, these two things combined are enough to make his days in Liyue much easier from now on.

At least for the time being, he no longer needs to worry about Mora.

Xu Chuan turned to look at Ning Guang, his tone calm.

"I have successfully completed my mission, and the immortal can now rest easy."

Ningguang stood at the edge of the platform, her long white hair swaying gently in the sea breeze, her golden eyes as calm as deep water.

She didn't reply immediately, but instead studied Xu Chuan for a few seconds.

Ningguang, the star of Tianquan, is one of the most powerful women in Liyue Harbor. She has always had a keen eye for people.

This young man, who looks like he's from Liyue, is definitely worth investing in.

Perhaps, as he said, he will create another Jade Pavilion for himself.

“You have all helped Liyue so much,” Ningguang finally spoke, a perfectly timed smile on her lips. “I have prepared a welcome dinner for you.”

"I appreciate Lady Ningguang's kind offer."

Xu Chuan spoke politely but tactfully, "With the passing of the Rock King, Liyue is busy with many affairs, so we won't disturb you any longer."

Paimon opened his mouth, glanced at Ying's expression, and then swallowed his words.

His eyes clearly said: "A seven-star banquet must have had lots and lots of delicious food, and you just turned it down like that."

So what should we eat?

Her little face was full of struggle, but she ultimately held back.

After all, he had just escaped being a wanted criminal, so he couldn't let himself go too much.

Xu Chuan changed the subject, his tone becoming lighter.

"Lady Ningguang previously promised that all expenses would be covered by Qunyu Pavilion. Does that promise still stand?"

Ke Qing took over the conversation, her voice clear and decisive.

"Even if you wanted to live in Liyue for the rest of your lives, Ningguang could afford it."

She stood beside Ningguang, arms crossed, her gaze sweeping over Xu Chuan.

That Yuheng Star is known for his decisive and efficient manner; he doesn't like to beat around the bush when he speaks or acts.

Xu Chuan smiled. According to the lifespan of ordinary people, this was probably true, but immortal beings were just beyond reason.

Putting everything else aside, just considering Ying's long lifespan, she might actually spend Ningguang's entire fortune one day.

However, this is also the tragedy of immortal beings.

When loved ones pass away one after another, and familiar faces disappear into the river of time, there is a feeling of not belonging in the world.

This is probably also the subconscious distance that Ying showed when she first started interacting with others.

Xu Chuan's gaze lingered on Ying for a moment.

The girl seemed to sense something, and a hint of doubt flashed in her golden eyes.

"Then we'll take our leave."

After exchanging greetings, Gan Yu escorted Xu Chuan and the others away from Qunyu Pavilion.

Finally, Gan Yu extended an invitation to Xu Chuan and Ying.

"If you two are visiting Qunyu Pavilion, you are welcome to come at any time."

"We'll definitely come next time." Paimon was very direct, practically giving an answer on behalf of Xu Chuan and Ying.

Ningguang watched their figures disappear before turning her gaze away.

"That letter from the Knights of Favonius, along with the appearance of the Great Sage Who Subdued Demons, can completely dispel any doubts about them."

However, Keqing's focus seems to differ from Ningguang's.

Did you notice the person next to him?

"The sixth seat of the Fools, a stragglers." Ningguang knew what she was referring to.

"It does look very similar, but that guy didn't have a straw hat, nor was he as arrogant as rumored."

"The feeling he gave me was... that he wasn't a normal person."

“You think so too?” Ke Qing turned around. “However, the moment the Great Sage Who Subdues Demons appeared, these doubts became irrelevant.”

Ningguang did not refute.

Although Xiao is sparing with words, his very existence is an endorsement.

That celestial yaksha wouldn't endorse a suspicious person without a reason.

“That Xu Chuan… doesn’t seem like an ordinary adventurer.” She said this without looking at Ke Qing, her gaze fixed on the steps of the Qunyu Pavilion receding into the distance outside the window.

Ke Qing glanced at her. "What are you suspecting?"

"It's not a doubt, I'm just wondering if someone like this could be used by Liyue."

Keqing was silent for a moment, "He has only just arrived in Liyue, it is too early to say these things now."

"It's not early." Ningguang stood up, walked to the window, and stood side by side with Keqing.

"Some people have value that can be seen at first glance."

Moreover, only by placing bets in advance can one obtain the highest returns.

On the other side, after leaving Qunyu Pavilion, the group said goodbye to Yanfei at the street corner.

"I have to go now." Yan Fei smiled apologetically. "I have a ton of work to do as a legal consultant. If I don't deal with it soon, my clients will come knocking on my door to urge me."

"I managed to squeeze in time to come to Qunyu Pavilion today." She waved to Xu Chuan. "Let's get together another day, and I'll treat you then!"

"Okay." Xu Chuan nodded.

Yan Fei's figure quickly disappeared into the crowd, her red hem flashing past the street corner.

Once she was out of sight, Paimon was noticeably more at ease.

When Yan Fei was around, she at least had to maintain the image of a "proper guide," but now she didn't have to.

She floated to Xu Chuan's side, her small hands behind her back, looking mature, but her swaying body betrayed her excitement.

"Thanks to you, we can now walk freely on the streets of Liyue."

"You wouldn't believe it, just a few days ago we got weak in the knees when we saw Qian Yanjun, and we even had to look around carefully when buying breakfast."