Chapter 209

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

Ningguang asked out of curiosity, and Jiang Yan nodded slightly.

"Naturally, there are differences. Shushan itself is a world of immortal cultivation. Since that is the case, this evolution will likely bestow blessings upon many animals and medicinal herbs."

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

"All disciples must cultivate diligently."

Everyone bowed and said in a deep voice:

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

Jiang Yan nodded slightly and finally added:

"Contribution points have been deposited into your disciple tokens. After Shushan evolves into a small world, go to the Merit Hall to see if you need to make any exchanges."

"As for the others, rest and recuperate for now."

"If you need to return to Teyvat, just use your disciple token to teleport."

Having said that, Jiang Yan disappeared without a trace.

Miss Ganyu was somewhat silent.

For some reason, she always felt that Jiang Yan had been preoccupied ever since he returned from the Nine Nether Secret Realm.

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

Once Jiang Yan left, everyone began to converse.

Bai Zhu humbly consulted Lishui about his insights into alchemy and cultivating spiritual herbs.

Although he was constantly interrupted by Immortal Liuyun, who told him not to teach others if he didn't have the skills himself.

Ningguang and Miss Keqing planned to return to Liyue today to take a look; Miss Keqing returned often, but Ningguang hadn't been back to Liyue Harbor for a long time.

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

Seeing Zhongli, Wendi, and the third person, they were willing but unable; they were still recovering from serious injuries and couldn't go out even if they wanted to.

Moreover, tonight the Shushan Cave Heaven would transform into a true small world, which was surely a rare wonder of the ages.

There was benefit in witnessing it, and besides, Seeing Zhongli still wanted to bury Jiang Xuan as soon as possible.

As for Lisa, although she had also fought, she cultivated the Karmic Fire Soul-Burning Art, which was inherently a highly offensive technique.

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

Thinking about how she had been out for nearly a week, and that apart from Wendi writing letters to Jean, she hadn't been in contact with Jean either.

She wondered how things were going in Mondstadt.

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

Thinking this, Lisa found Elder Alice.

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

Hearing this, Wendi, who was nearby, also glanced 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 headstrong."

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

Wendi frowned slightly.

"That is indeed a problem."

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

Elder Alice couldn't help but complain, and Wendi stuck out his tongue, saying with a grin:

"Ehe! It's freedom, after all!"

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

Immediately, Lisa continued:

"This time when I go back, I plan to quickly resolve the issue with Dvalin, and then, after settling Mondstadt, I will bring Jean over."

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

"Also, Deacon Wendi, if you have time, why not stop bothering others and ponder the issue of martial arts techniques more?"

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

Wendi felt a bit guilty.

"It's not that... I don't have the 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 Wendi.

Anyway, he always had an excuse.

"If everything goes smoothly when I return to Mondstadt, I'll be back in about two or three days."

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

"Also, Deacon Wendi, tell me, if Jean finds out that Liyue has already started promoting martial arts, while Mondstadt doesn't even know what martial arts are..."

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

Lisa looked at Wendi with a smile, and the latter shuddered, saying indignantly:

"I know! You don't have to keep pointing it out! I'll find a way! Honestly, I don't feel the carefree and unrestrained feeling of an immortal cultivator at all right now!"

"Five thousand contribution points!"

Lisa said lightly.

Wendi immediately became serious and said:

"Who else but me for this task! I am the Anemo Archon of Mondstadt! Don't worry, I'll go consult the old man about martial arts in a moment!"

"Before you return, I guarantee I'll be able to research a martial arts technique!"

Lisa covered her mouth and chuckled. After saying goodbye to Elder Alice, she went straight to teleport away using her disciple token.

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

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

A newly reclaimed small mound of earth somewhat disrupted 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 meticulously carved tombstone stood upright in the ground.

Inscribed upon it: Tomb of Jiang Xuan Xing, beloved disciple of the Shushan disciple, Wine Sword Immortal Mo Yixi.

This was written in Teyvat script.

Zhongli took the wine cup handed to him by Xiao and gently sprinkled it onto the ground.

"Brother Jiang Xuan Xing, we never met while you were alive, yet we meet in such a manner today; it can be considered a form of fate."

"Your funeral was somewhat rushed, but please forgive me, Brother Jiang Xuan Xing; Shushan is currently burdened with complex affairs, and we truly lacked the energy for an elaborate 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 and graceful bearing."

"As a disciple of the Wine Sword Immortal, Brother, you must also have been a lover of fine wine. These are wines from Teyvat; they should have a unique flavor of their own."

Having said this, Zhongli sighed and placed his top-tier spiritual treasure sword and the flying sword bestowed upon Jiang Xuan Xing by Mo Yixi on the ground.

"I, your junior brother, have already taken your spatial ring and obtained the Profound Finger Scripture and other resources."

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

"I am now the acting head of Dragon Head Peak and share the same lineage as you, Brother; your enemies are my enemies."

"When I reach the peak of Refining Qi into Spirit, I will surely suppress the Green Wind Ox of the Nine Nether Secret Realm to avenge you, Brother."

"With this, your spirit in heaven can finally rest in peace."

Zhongli bowed solemnly, let out a long sigh, and prepared to leave with Xiao.

Suddenly, a sky-piercing sword Qi caused the surrounding bamboo forest to rustle and sway.

Zhongli subconsciously sensed a cold, sharp sword Qi striking from behind.

Turning his head abruptly, he saw two swords—one large and one small—hovering before him.

The swords hummed incessantly, 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, smiling at him, filled with expectation and relief.