Chapter 347

[Tartaglia]: My master's name is Skirk! She's just a bit cold and doesn't like to talk! (Beautiful photo of Skirk extracted from memory)

[Gu Chen]: You say... is there a possibility that she just can't be bothered to pay attention to you? (Pondering)

[Tartaglia]: Ah? Impossible, absolutely impossible, I'm her disciple, and I haven't offended her, how could she not be bothered to pay attention to me!

[Osial]: Hard to say. (Shrug)

[Nilou]: Wait a moment, the plot seems to have accelerated a bit; according to past experience, is this episode about to end? (Amber: Don't)

[Collei]: Don't!! (Klee: Please)

With Venti's guidance at the critical moment, Gu Chen lived a life of having both in his arms.

Gu Chen didn't seem to manage much, but the general direction of the development of the Knights of Favonius and Mondstadt was decided by him.

Mondstadt developed better and better.

Although there was still a significant distance from Go Go Go Liyue in terms of economy, it was already catching up.

Mondstadt's military strength was even more of a case of accumulating strength and waiting for the right moment.

Mondstadt is a city of freedom, but boundless laxity only brings chaos and hesitation.

Fortunately, years ago, when Gu Chen served as the Acting Grand Master, he had already reined in the scope of freedom. Although it caused quite a stir at the time, with the support of the entire Knights of Favonius, everything was very stable.

Now it has been proven that Gu Chen's decision was correct.

It was another spring.

Knights of Favonius training ground.

"Apprentice Reconnaissance Knight Amber reporting for duty!"

The petite girl, dressed in clothes with red as the main tone, had a serious and earnest look on her face.

"The old man's granddaughter has grown so big?" Gu Chen smiled and said, "It just so happens that the captain of the Reconnaissance Knight squad is about to be transferred to another post. Little Amber, you must grow up quickly. Whether you can take over your grandfather's former position depends on the test during this period."

Upon hearing this, Amber's eyes sparkled with excitement, and she patted her chest confidently, answering, "Please rest assured, Grand Master, I will work twice as hard!"

"Very spirited!"

"I feel like I can already see the future reconnaissance star of the Knights."

Gu Chen nodded slightly; having served as Grand Master for so long, such words of encouragement came easily to him.

After watching the energetic girl leave, Kaeya walked over.

Today's Kaeya holds multiple positions, not only as Cavalry Captain but also as the Chief Instructor of the Knights of Favonius.

"Grand Master, there's something a bit tricky," Kaeya said.

Gu Chen glanced at him; the expression on this kid's face didn't look like he had encountered trouble at all, so he asked, "Do you need me to decide?"

"Mhm."

Kaeya shrugged and said, "You also know about the Lawrence clan's affairs. The current descendant of the Lawrence clan wants to join the Knights to protect Mondstadt."

Gu Chen asked nonchalantly, "What kind of voices are there?"

"Very complex."

Kaeya sighed, "Some say she has ulterior motives and wants to destroy the great situation Mondstadt has today; some say she has turned over a new leaf and wants to make up for the mistakes made by her ancestors; and many others express great disgust for the Lawrence clan."

"Oh right, your 'big' girlfriend expressed an opinion of permission," Kaeya laughed.

"Where did the title 'big girlfriend' come from?" Gu Chen laughed dumbfoundedly.

"The older sister is the big one, and the younger sister is naturally the small one. Not to mention the Knights, who in all of Mondstadt doesn't know?"

Speaking of this, Kaeya clearly had more to say. With a smile on his face, he playfully covered his chest, looking regretful, and said, "After the news that the flower has an owner spread, the hearts of all the young girls in Mondstadt were broken~"

"I can only apologize for making them feel so regretful," Gu Chen laughed, then said, "Let's go, notify all departments, meeting!"

Knights of Favonius.

Conference room.

In addition to Inspector Diluc, Cavalry Captain and Chief Instructor Kaeya, and Acting Grand Master Jean, ten other people were sitting there.

The people in this conference room held high positions throughout Mondstadt and wielded power in their hands.

Gu Chen pushed the door open and entered. After taking his seat at the head of the table, he looked around and said slowly, "I heard that there have been different opinions recently because the descendant of the Lawrence clan wants to join the Knights?"

Diluc nodded and said, "There are indeed some different opinions, but I personally support it."

Jean said softly, "I am inclined to agree; I am even prepared to invite her to join the Knights. This is a manifestation of protecting Mondstadt."

The others had different expressions; clearly, some did not agree with this opinion.

After taking a sip of tea, Gu Chen tapped the table and said lightly, "The Lawrence clan's affairs are already old news. Whether she has ulterior motives or has turned over a new leaf, the Knights must show their own stature."

"If she has ulterior motives and wants to destroy the current great situation, then it proves that the Lawrence clan has not changed its ways after a thousand years."

"If it is a change of thought and she wants to protect Mondstadt, I think we should give this opportunity. What are your opinions?"

Although Gu Chen's voice was calm, in the Knights of Favonius, or rather in all of Mondstadt, Gu Chen's words were absolute authority.

Whether from years of habit or prestige, very few people refuted the decisions made by Gu Chen.

The few times there were refutations, it was because people close to Diluc and others proposed amendments, which were generally good things.

Now Gu Chen's words were like the final word; this matter had been decided.

Immediately, someone said with a complex expression, "Since the Grand Master has made a decision, I also express my support. However, if she really has bad intentions, please punish the Lawrence clan severely, Grand Master!"

The pain that the Lawrence clan brought to Mondstadt a thousand years ago must be remembered to this day.

It can be said that it was a dark history that created the Lawrence clan, which is despised, and also created Vennessa, that hero who started the wind of justice.

A thousand years have passed now.

Putting aside prejudice, it is indeed possible to give the Lawrence clan a chance.

"We cannot let go of any enemy, but we must never refuse anyone who has a heart to protect Mondstadt."

After Gu Chen set the theme, everyone expressed their opinions one after another.

After discussion, Diluc said, "I think surveillance is completely unnecessary. Since a decision has been made, we should be bolder."

"I agree. Isn't it fine if some confidential matters are temporarily not opened to her? Besides, starting as an apprentice knight, she won't be able to come into contact with that much anyway," Kaeya laughed.

[Nilou]: This matter was actually discussed for so long; what exactly did the Lawrence clan do? (Nahida: Curious)

[Dvalin]: Being a dictator in free Mondstadt, 'tyrant' isn't enough to describe the Lawrence clan; you could just say they were evil nobles. In short, they were all rotten to the core. (Pah)

[Albedo]: To this day, the descendants of the Lawrence clan are still despised by the people of Mondstadt, but the theme of this meeting is Eula Lawrence. Reality has already proven that Spindrift Knight Eula Lawrence is an upright knight, although her personality seems a bit different.

[Jean]: Eula is indeed a very good person. She is an excellent knight. In the real world, I invited Eula to join the Knights, and Grand Master Varka also fully affirmed Eula, which is enough to show that Eula has no problems. (Jean: Thumbs up)

[Paimon]: Hehe, Eula is also quite familiar with us. Except for having a bit of a catchphrase and being difficult for unfamiliar people to get along with, Eula is a very good person! (Paimon: Hmph)

[Eula]: Evaluating me in the group without permission, I'll remember this grudge! (Eula: Disdain)

[Miss Miss Keqing]: Seems like she is indeed a person with a strong personality. (Miss Miss Keqing: Thumbs up)

[Yae Miko]: I understand, this setting is called 'tsundere' in light novels, but tsundere is already out of fashion now. (Yae Miko: Smirk)

[Gu Chen]: Tsundere Lord, Tsundere Knight, Tsundere God, they are all out of fashion. (Venti: Flowers)

[Furina]: Who is the Tsundere God talking about?! (Alert)

[Cloud Retainer]: ?

[Amber]: Hehe, anyway, Eula being exposed is also a good thing. Mr. Gu Chen has recognized her like this, so everyone watching the video in reality should also change their view of Eula, right? (Klee: Yay)

[Eula]: Who let you do this without permission... (Whispering)

[Gu Chen]: Are you excited? Are you so excited you want to cry? This Grand Master is full of holy light! (Seeing Seeing Seeing Seeing Seeing Zhongli: Dragon King smirk)

[Kaeya]: Brother, sometimes you don't have to destroy your magnificent image like this. (Funny)

[Azhdaha]: What do you know? What do you know! The Sect Leader lowering his status to chat with you in the same group is giving you face; you have to take it. Kaeya, hurry up and kowtow to the Sect Leader!

[Kaeya]: Hehe! (Video: Venti kowtowing for 5s)

[Venti]: Who the hell let you save this video?! (Angry)

[Osial]: Don't say that, really don't say that; if something happens in the future, just use this video to apologize to everyone. (Video: Venti kowtowing for 5s)

[Seeing Seeing Seeing Seeing Seeing Zhongli]: There shouldn't be any Venti fans in the group, right?

[Barbara]: Not familiar.

[Rosaria]: Don't know him.

[Klee]: The singing big brother is so pitiful.

[Venti]: Little Klee, full of innocence, is still the cutest. (Venti: Clapping)

[Klee]: If Klee accidentally causes trouble in the future, can I use the singing big brother's video to apologize? (Klee: Please)

[Kaeya]: Still cute? (Funny)

[Azhdaha]: Little brother, speak!