Chapter 497: Dottore: Watching a video and suddenly I

At the head of the main bridge in Mondstadt City.

Gu Chen waited here on a white horse, with Diluc leading a small squad of cavalrymen at his side.

"According to the news sent by the Fatui, that Dottore will arrive in ten minutes." Diluc's expression was flat, a trace of disgust flashing in his eyes.

The young cavalry captain was a passionate youth who hated evil, and after hearing some things about Dottore, he had not a shred of good will toward the man.

"Then let's wait. I hope there won't be any delays." Gu Chen chuckled, his words carrying a hidden meaning.

"Does the Vice Grand Master mean they will intentionally delay to give us a show of force?" Diluc was very clever and immediately thought of this common and effective tactic.

"Most likely."

"Isn't this so-called exchange and learning just a way to show off their military might and subtly oppress other nations?"

Gu Chen sneered.

Upon hearing this, a look of disdain appeared on Diluc's face.

It was common knowledge that the Fatui's military strength was formidable; this was an undeniable fact.

But the Knights of Favonius were no longer the same Knights of Favonius they had been years ago!

Diluc glanced at the cavalrymen under his command behind him; although they did not possess Visions, they could easily win against enemies who did.

This was the Knights of Favonius of today!

【Tartaglia】: Dottore has such a big ego, actually making Brother Gu wait here, and it looks like he's going to drag it out too. Isn't this just making Brother Gu wait here for nothing? (Scratches head)

【Paimon】: I don't understand. Based on the analysis, Dottore should be wanting to obtain the body-refining technique, right? Wouldn't doing this offend the Knights? (Scratches head)

【Shikanoin Heizou】: No, with the Fatui's capabilities, they might have already obtained the basic version of the body-refining technique. Everyone knows Dottore is a scholar. Since he has obtained the basic body-refining technique, he must have conducted some experiments to verify its effects and development prospects. With his genius, he could certainly create a more powerful body-refining technique, yet he still came to Mondstadt. Isn't the meaning of this obvious?

【Tighnari】: This means Dottore likely hasn't researched anything significant regarding the body-refining technique, so he came to Mondstadt in person. He might be trying to obtain an advanced body-refining technique and, incidentally, see to what extent the strength of the Knights of Favonius has grown!

【Ningguang】: Not just that. Dottore wouldn't come in person just for this one thing; he likely has other motives.

【Kaeya】: It might be related to human experimentation. That animal Dottore needs people to conduct vicious experiments. On the surface, it's recruitment, but in reality... anyway, everyone understands. (Sneers)

【Collei】: He deserves to die! (Baron Bunny, get away from me!)

【Osial】: Dottore is indeed quite capable, but there's no need for the Sect Leader to wait here first thing in the morning, right? (Shrugs)

【Zhongli】: From a general rational perspective, nation corresponds to nation, and god corresponds to god. Since the Fatui is the largest organization in the Snezhnayan system, it naturally corresponds to the Knights of Favonius, and their Harbinger corresponds to Grand Master Varka. As the Second Harbinger, Dottore naturally corresponds to the Vice Grand Master. From a formal diplomatic standpoint, it is very reasonable for the Sect Leader to come and welcome him in person; there is no fault to be found.

The power of the Knights of Favonius is far greater than most people imagine.

The power structure of all of Mondstadt is: Anemo Archon - Four Winds - Ordinary people.

The Four Winds are divided into: Dvalin, the Lion of the South, the Falcon of the West, and the Wolf of the North.

The Dragon of the East represents Dvalin.

The Lion of the South originally referred to the Dandelion Knight Vennessa, but it gradually came to refer to the most outstanding knight of each generation.

The Falcon of the West refers to the entire Knights of Favonius.

The Wolf of the North originally referred to the Wolf of the North, Andrius, but it gradually came to refer to a powerful knight; currently, this title belongs to Varka.

Three of the Four Winds are within the Knights of Favonius, and the Church of Favonius also falls under the jurisdiction of the Knights, which shows the vast scope of the Knights' power.

Simply put, as long as the gods do not intervene, the Knights decide everything.

With this conversion, it is understandable that Gu Chen, as the Vice Grand Master, is waiting here in person to welcome the visiting diplomat, Dottore.

Although he looks down on the other party, this is a necessary diplomatic etiquette.

Ten minutes passed in a flash.

Just as Gu Chen said, the Fatui convoy did not appear at the end of the road.

After waiting for another half hour, the convoy slowly appeared at the end.

"Hmph!"

Diluc let out a cold snort, his expression looking somewhat unpleasant, and said in a low voice: "Vice Grand Master, these Fatui are too arrogant!"

Gu Chen's expression remained unchanged, his face full of indifference, and he said softly: "The Far North is cold and barren; the people there do not understand etiquette. You can just treat them as barbarians."

Upon hearing this, Diluc suddenly realized, and nodded with a smile: "Barbarians do not understand etiquette, that is indeed understandable!"

【Tartaglia】: Watching a video and suddenly I'm a barbarian! That's not right! Dottore isn't Snezhnayan! I'm the pure Snezhnayan, you guys are insulting me!! I'm wronged!! (Baron Bunny, get away from me!)

【Columbina (Damselette)】: (Qiqi, observing from the shadows)

【Pulcinella (Rooster)】: (Headache)

【Arlecchino (Knave)】: Good thing I'm not Snezhnayan.

【Tartaglia】: Snezhnayans will never forget this painful day!!! Dottore, you damn animal!!! (Annoyed)

【Osial】: Good, good, Dottore has one more charge against him. I suggest that next time Mr. Baizhu conducts medical experiments on Dottore, he should let Tartaglia stab him twice. (Hu Tao, smirk)

【Baizhu】: Hmm... that's not impossible. Tartaglia was able to become the youngest Harbinger, so his swordsmanship should be quite good. (Funny)

【Tartaglia】: Just wait, I'll do my labor reform first. When I have a day off for good behavior, Dottore, I'll make sure to serve you well! (Annoyed, annoyed, annoyed)

【Shikanoin Heizou】: At this moment, the Dottore in the video doesn't know that he will be stabbed more in reality because he wanted to give the Knights a show of force. (Funny)

【Collei】: Serves him right!!!

The Fatui convoy was getting closer and closer.

This convoy was very large.

At a rough glance, there were at least hundreds of people, all members of the Fatui, moving without a single word, and some of them were holding strange-looking weapons.

The leading carriage had been modified; inside the cage was a monster with a very large build, bulging muscles all over, purple skin, and purple crystal-like objects on its back.

A Hilichurl Thunderlawachurl!

This was a monster with a build like a giant statue. If it were the Knights of Favonius from before, I'm afraid even a squad of elite cavalry would be no match for it. After all, not only was this monster infinitely strong, but it also possessed the power of the Electro element, making it very powerful.

The convoy slowly came to a stop.

A green-haired youth dressed in luxurious clothing, wearing a white cloak like a cape, walked over slowly, followed by two Mirror Maidens who stood with dignified postures as if serving a god.

The youth walked forward slowly.

Gu Chen narrowed his eyes and dismounted.

The two sides approached, and the other party spoke slowly: "Second Harbinger of the Fatui, The Doctor, Dottore."

"Vice Grand Master of the Knights of Favonius, Morning Star Knight, Gu Chen."

Dottore wore a bird-beak mask, so his eyes could not be seen, but the corners of his mouth exposed outside curled into a smile.

"Long heard of you!"

"Nice to meet you!"

Gu Chen also had a smile on his face.

After some pleasantries, Dottore spoke: "According to the speed on the main road, we could have arrived earlier if not for accidents. We are half an hour late from the agreed time because we suddenly encountered an attack by this animal on the main road. I am truly sorry for keeping the Vice Grand Master waiting for so long."

Gu Chen glanced at the dying Hilichurl Thunderlawachurl, frowned slightly, and said: "It doesn't matter if we wait a little longer, but the appearance of this animal... it is usually only seen in deep mountains and old forests. Why did it suddenly appear on the main road? I heard that animals are attracted to each other; could it be that it sensed something?"

As he spoke, Gu Chen asked: "Did Mr. Dottore see any ordinary Hilichurls nearby?"