Chapter 219

Perhaps it was rare good luck.

Lumine and Paimon had just arrived and passed by the Yuehai Pavilion on Yujing Terrace when they saw a group of people, with the help of the guards' pushing, constantly entering the square within the Rite of Descension.

Looking roughly, thousands of Millelith soldiers were protecting the grand ceremony in the center of the square properly.

Except for the four stone bridge passages leading to the center, layers of clear pools completely surrounded the center.

On both sides of each stone bridge stood two long pillars embroidered with cloud patterns.

Following the crowd into it, Lumine was relatively far away, crowding at the back and standing on tiptoe.

"Hey, do you think Luo Li and the others are also in the middle?" Paimon muttered in a low voice.

Lumine looked around upon hearing this; there were heads everywhere, and she couldn't see who was who at all.

After searching for a long time without result, she had to give up.

"Maybe they aren't in the same area as us; we'll look for them after it ends."

"Alright, but I'll fly higher to take a look first."

Paimon still wouldn't give up and intended to fly higher to search for traces of Luo Li.

After all, no matter what, they were good people who had let the two stay for so long, and they were very easygoing to get along with.

Paimon quite liked Luo Li and Sister Makoto.

Above Yujing Terrace!

Located at the pavilion next to the Yiyan Palace, Luo Li could see the situation below very clearly.

Because the time hadn't arrived yet, they were just letting the audience in to observe the ceremony first.

The Millelith isolated the people who came below the square, holding long spears, with Zhaowu feathers on their chests, their expressions solemn.

At such an important moment, they didn't dare to be the slightest bit careless.

Fortunately, most of the public observing the ceremony had experienced the Rite of Descension and were very obedient to the instructions.

"It's about to start!"

Eula immediately perked up; she had originally planned to observe the ceremony from closer, but who knew there would be so many people, so she had to give up the idea.

Noelle was different from her; her attention was all on searching for acquaintances.

"Where are Lumine and Paimon? Why don't I see them? Could it be that they didn't manage to arrive in time?"

The combat maid felt a bit regretful; if they missed such a grand occasion, they would have to wait another year.

And she heard that she was looking for the god who separated the brother and sister; if such a good opportunity couldn't be grasped, it would be too much of a pity.

Luo Li raised his chin to indicate the conspicuous little thing above the crowd at the very back.

"Look, there."

Seeing that in the crowd, Lumine with her golden hair was exceptionally eye-catching, and Paimon, who was flying in mid-air, was also standing out from the crowd.

Noelle let out a sigh of relief; she had a good impression of Lumine, whom she had gotten along with for a long time, and had originally planned to draw the appearance of the Geo Archon later so that Lumine, who hadn't managed to arrive in time, could compare it later.

She hadn't expected that she had already arrived herself, so there was no need to go to the trouble.

"I'll go call her over later." Noelle's expression was relatively spirited.

There were too many people below now; even if she shouted, they wouldn't be able to hear, not to mention such a solemn atmosphere didn't allow her to shout and scream.

Luo Li thought to himself that you wouldn't have a chance to call Lumine over later; the moment this guy arrived in Liyue, she had already stepped into the vortex of various forces and was unable to help herself.

The Fatui, Morax, and the Tianquan all regarded her as a pawn they wanted to use.

However, he wasn't in a hurry at all; as Lumine gradually awakened her power, ordinary people wouldn't be able to pose a threat to her.

Even a Harbinger who mastered divine authority was the same.

So just be a spectator and occasionally give a little help, letting her understand for herself what this journey she was on was really for.

And what kind of answer she would eventually come to.

Would it be like her brother, leading the Abyss to overthrow the Heavenly Principles and restore the nation, or would she walk a different path?

At the same time.

Located directly in front of the Yiyan Palace, the unlucky person in charge of presiding over this ceremony—the Tianquan, Ningguang—was directing various places with a solemn expression.

Her platinum-long hair, smooth as silk, was rolled up with a black-gold hairpin; the red tassels on her forehead echoed with her pupils, and the golden cheongsam embroidered with golden phoenixes, interwoven with three colors, set off the beauty's grace and luxury.

As she walked, one could occasionally catch a glimpse of the red tattoo between the legs of the high-and-mighty Lady Tianquan through the skirt.

Everyone who saw her would offer their most respectful gaze...

After all, for the great merchant Ningguang, who was in charge of the laws, every decree she formulated involved the thoughts of all the merchants in Liyue.

Whenever she made a move, it was bound to make some happy and others sad.

Besides that, her suitors were spread across the seven nations, stretching from Chihu Rock to Yujing Terrace.

In addition, she was also known as the person who mastered all the secrets of Liyue Harbor.

Someone once said, "The Tianquan Ningguang, wealthy and influential, with bright eyes and a charming smile, makes peaches and apricots shy, sees and hears everything, and handles a thousand things with ease."

Everyone in the world knew that among the Liyue Qixing, the Tianquan was the most respected.

And now, this Ningguang, who was respected and admired by others, was showing a seriousness that was not quite like the past.

"Biwen, Bixiao, Bishi, have you arranged everything?"

Supporting her chin with one hand, she instructed the three exclusive little secretaries behind her, and Ningguang confirmed again whether there were any omissions.

Biwen hurriedly replied: "Lady Ningguang, everything is in order; there are no mistakes or omissions. We have verified it repeatedly."

Nodding slightly, Ningguang extended her little finger, which was wearing a metal nail guard, and rested it on the side of her face, looking at the sky.

"Wait a few more hours; when it reaches noon, the Rite of Descension will begin. Notify everyone to make preparations in advance."

The three little secretaries immediately took action.

Ningguang herself closed her eyes to rest, waiting for the time to move slowly.

Clouds came and winds went; as the sunlight gradually became stronger, the emotions of the audience observing the ceremony outside the square were not dampened, but instead became more enthusiastic and excited.

Despite the commotion, it didn't seem noisy.

Perhaps in this place where gods descended, everyone knew they should remain solemn.

After all, those who didn't follow the rules couldn't get in and had long since been thrown outside.

Thus, until a certain moment, Ningguang opened her eyes gently and stared at the horizon.

Not a single cloud could be found in the azure sky; for this important day, she had even driven the Jade Chamber several kilometers away from Liyue Harbor.

Seeing the dazzling sun move bit by bit to the center, Ningguang finally spoke under the anticipation of the masses.

"The time has come! The Rite of Descension! Begin!"