Chapter 202

"Sect Master, is there any difference between Shushan evolving into a small world and Teyvat?"

Ningguang asked curiously, and Jiang Yan nodded slightly.

"Naturally, there is a difference. Shushan itself is a cultivation world; since that is the case, this evolution may also bring blessings to many animals and medicinal herbs."

"But because of this, the future Shushan small world may become increasingly dangerous."

"All disciples should cultivate diligently."

Everyone bowed and said solemnly:

"Disciples will strictly follow the Sect Master's teachings."

Jiang Yan nodded slightly and finally added:

"The contribution points have been entered into your disciple tokens. After Shushan evolves into a small world, go to the Merit Hall to see if you need to exchange them."

"As for the others, rest for now."

"If you have matters to return to Teyvat, just use your disciple tokens to teleport."

After saying this, Jiang Yan disappeared without a trace.

Ganyu was somewhat silent.

For some reason, she always felt that Jiang Yan had been preoccupied since returning from the Nine Netherworld secret realm.

But since Jiang Yan didn't say anything, they couldn't ask.

Once Jiang Yan left, everyone began to communicate.

Baizhu humbly consulted Lishui about his experience in alchemy and cultivating spiritual herbs.

Although he was always interrupted by Cloud Retainer, who told him not to teach others bad habits if he didn't have the skills himself.

Ningguang and Keqing planned to go back to Liyue today to take a look. Keqing went back often, but Ningguang hadn't returned to Liyue Harbor for a long time.

It was a good time to see how the promotion of martial arts was going in Liyue Harbor.

Zhongli and Venti were powerless; they were still in a state of not having recovered from their serious injuries, so even if they wanted to go out, they couldn't.

Moreover, the Shushan Grotto-Heaven transforming into a true small world tonight was surely a rare wonder of the ages.

It would be beneficial to witness it, and besides, Zhongli still wanted to bury Xuan Xing as soon as possible.

Lisa, on the other hand, although she had also fought, practiced the Karma Fire Soul-Burning Technique, which was itself a technique with extremely strong offensive power.

Having used the souls of many demon beasts as fuel, her strength had also advanced a step further.

Thinking that she had been out for almost a week, and that during this time, other than Venti writing letters to Jean, she hadn't contacted Jean either.

She wondered how things were in Mondstadt.

With not much to do at the moment, it was a good time to go back and check.

Thinking this, Lisa found Alice.

"Elder Alice, I plan to return to Mondstadt."

Hearing this, Venti, who was to the side, also looked over and said softly:

"Today?"

Lisa nodded and said earnestly:

"The sooner the better. I'm still a bit worried about Jean; she is too strong-willed."

"And Shushan's pace is getting faster and faster. I also want Jean to cultivate immortality with me. If we wait any longer, Jean might fall far behind."

Venti frowned slightly.

"That is indeed a problem."

"Really, some people are even the Anemo Archon! Yet they aren't as reliable as Lisa!"

Alice couldn't help but complain. Venti stuck out his tongue and said with a grin:

"Hehe! Freedom, you know!"

Hearing him say this, Lisa couldn't help but roll her eyes.

Immediately, Lisa continued:

"Returning to Mondstadt this time, I plan to quickly resolve the Dvalin issue, and then, after settling Mondstadt, I will bring Jean over."

"Teyvat is about to welcome a great era of cultivation; Jean cannot afford to fall behind the times."

"Also, Head Seat Venti, if you have time, why not stop messing with others and ponder more on the issues of martial arts techniques?"

"Martial arts promotion has already officially started in Liyue at 3. , but there hasn't been any movement in Mondstadt yet."

Venti felt a bit guilty.

"It's just... I haven't had much time."

"I'm not as skilled in martial arts as the old man; I have to polish it slowly, right?"

Lisa shook her head helplessly and didn't argue with Venti.

Anyway, he always had an excuse.

"If things go smoothly, I'll be back in about two or three days after returning to Mondstadt."

"By then, I'll be able to enter the Scripture Pavilion again."

"Also, Head Seat Venti, tell me, if Jean finds out that Liyue has already started promoting martial arts, but Mondstadt doesn't even know what martial arts are..."

"Will Jean keep pestering you and begging for your help?"

Lisa looked at Venti with a smile. The latter shuddered and said indignantly:

"I know, I know! No need to keep pointing it out! I'll find a way! Honestly, where is the feeling of being an unfettered and free cultivator now!"

"5, 00 contribution points!"

Lisa said lightly.

Venti immediately said with a serious face:

"Who else but me for this task! I am the Anemo Archon of Mondstadt! Rest assured, I'll go find the old man for advice on martial arts in a moment!"

"I guarantee I'll have a martial arts technique researched before you return!"

Lisa covered her mouth and chuckled. After saying goodbye to Alice, she teleported away directly using her disciple token.

127. Furina: The intel is... Liyue is cultivating immortality?

A quiet bamboo forest at the foot of Dragon Head Peak.

A newly dug small mound of earth somewhat ruined the natural beauty of this bamboo forest.

Zhongli and Xiao stood before the small mound with solemn expressions.

Only by looking closely could one tell that this was a grave.

A carefully carved tombstone stood on the ground.

Inscribed: Grave of Xuan Xing, beloved disciple of the Wine Sword Immortal Mo Yixi of Shushan.

This was written in Teyvat characters.

Zhongli took the wine cup handed over by Xiao and sprinkled it gently on the ground.

"Senior Brother Xuan Xing, we never met while you were alive, but meeting in such a way now can also be considered fate."

"Your funeral is a bit rushed, but please forgive me, Senior Brother Xuan Xing; Shushan is currently busy with many affairs, and we truly lack the energy to hold a grand ceremony."

Zhongli picked up another cup of wine and sprinkled it on the ground.

"Master is the Wine Sword Immortal; although I have never seen him with my own eyes, I imagine he must be a person of elegant bearing."

"As a disciple of the Wine Sword Immortal, Senior Brother must also be a lover of wine. This is wine from Teyvat; it should have a unique flavor."

After saying this, Zhongli sighed and placed his top-grade spiritual weapon sword and the flying sword Mo Yixi had bestowed upon Xuan Xing on the ground.

"Junior Brother has already taken your spatial ring, Senior Brother, and obtained the Finger-Mystery Scripture and other resources."

"Let this precious sword and the flying sword bestowed by Master remain here as a memento for you, Senior Brother."

"Now that I am the acting Head Seat of Dragon Head Peak, and we share the same lineage, your enemies, Senior Brother, are my enemies."

"When I break through to the peak of Qi-Refining and Spirit-Manifesting one day, I will surely suppress the Azure Wind Ox of the Nine Netherworld secret realm to avenge you, Senior Brother."

"Only then can your spirit in heaven rest in peace."

Zhongli bowed solemnly, sighed deeply, and prepared to leave with Xiao.

Suddenly, a sky-piercing sword aura caused the surrounding bamboo forest to rustle.

Zhongli subconsciously sensed a cold sword aura piercing from behind.

Turning his head abruptly, two swords, one large and one small, were hovering in front of Zhongli.

The swords hummed continuously, vibrating with a resonant sound.

In a trance, Zhongli seemed to see a young man in green robes on the small grave not far away, looking at him with a smile, full of expectation and relief.