Chapter 311: Lantern Rite preparation ceremony! Keqing: Traveler, did he follow?

Thinking carefully, it had been a long time.

Ganyu had felt that Zhongli and her master’s relationship was a bit wrong, too familiar.

There was an atmosphere of friends who had known each other for countless years, but she didn't know Zhongli.

Having her identity exposed to Ganyu, the "very good at talking adeptus" was a bit embarrassed.

"Sorry, Archon, I exposed your identity."

Zhongli waved his hand and said, "It doesn't matter; it’s fine for Ganyu to know. Now that everything in Liyue is on the right track, even if they know I am not dead, it won't cause too much of a stir."

After the initial shock, Ganyu quickly returned to calm.

She had even accepted the fact that her master was not dead, so the Archon faking his death was just that.

Although she was a bit happy, it was limited.

"What about you? Didn't you return to Inazuma? Why are you back in Liyue?"

Hearing Zhongli’s question, Luo Li replied, "No choice, Keqing and little Ganyu enthusiastically invited me to come to Liyue to participate in the Lantern Rite; it was hard to refuse their kindness, not to mention I still have some unfinished business here, so I brought people along."

Brought people along?

Zhongli met his gaze, as if he had sensed something.

"So that’s how it is; indeed, rather than letting Guizhong stay silent in the secret realm, it is better for you to take her and look after her; I won't have so much time to help you look after her in the future."

Guizhong?

Keenly taking this name into her ears, even Cloud Retainer was stunned.

Hadn't this person been dead for many years? Why mention her again?

However, seeing the tacit understanding between the two gods, she found it hard to ask further.

Forget it, secrets between gods, it was best for her not to probe.

"By the way, where are Mountain Shaper, Moon Carver, and Xiao?"

Luo Li felt that it was not easy to return to Liyue, so he naturally had to see these old friends.

Speaking of Xiao, that guy was always elusive, running around Liyue; even if Zhongli wanted to see him, it wasn't particularly easy.

Flapping her wings, for some reason, Cloud Retainer’s face didn't look very good.

"Mountain Shaper and Moon Carver went to wander the mountains and waters; as for Xiao, he is probably still dealing with those residual Archon remains."

Good guy, those two went out to play and didn't take you?

No wonder you are staying at home.

Luo Li understood immediately and expressed deep sympathy for this.

Seemingly seeing that the expressions of the two gods were a bit wrong, the tsundere Cloud Retainer explained: "I prefer to stay in the cave dwelling to study mechanical adepti arts; I don't like wandering around."

"Ah, yes, yes, yes, I believe you."

Luo Li nodded in agreement solemnly.

Cloud Retainer: "..."

She always felt a bit awkward, but couldn't find the reason.

"Send them a letter, call them back to meet."

Zhongli’s aged and steady voice sounded.

The calm Geo Archon raised his glass to drink, speaking neither fast nor slow.

"That’s also good; Cloud, you should have a way to contact them, send it quickly." Luo Li agreed immediately.

While the few were discussing, on the other side, Shenhe and Chongyun’s process of recognizing relatives was almost over.

Feeling unnatural about suddenly having a nephew, and with a trace of weirdness, Shenhe blankly brought back Chongyun, who was much more spirited.

"Then it’s settled; I’ll go back to notify the elders in the family and inform you, Aunt, of the news of your visit in three days!"

Having confirmed the time to recognize his ancestors with Shenhe, Chongyun immediately said goodbye to Luo Li.

"Thank you very much for your guidance, Mr. Luo Li; otherwise, I don't know when I would have been able to find my aunt. I will keep this kindness in mind, and if you have any orders in the future, please feel free to give them."

Finding his aunt was a big deal; the elders in the family already pitied Shenhe’s situation, and it was estimated that they would let her experience the family affection from true relatives.

Luo Li waved for him to get up: "No need for that; it is something I am quite gratified about that Ah-He can find her family."

Hearing this, there was clearly light jumping in Shenhe’s eyes.

"No matter what, kindness is kindness. I am very sorry that I don't have any thank-you gifts on me; in the future, the elders in the family will prepare a small gift to make up for it." Chongyun said in a matter-of-fact way.

At this time, he looked a bit funny, like a child pretending to be an adult.

Luo Li laughed, knowing that he couldn't explain it clearly to a young man, so he extinguished the thought of explaining and let Chongyun leave in a puff of smoke.

However, in this way, there was one less thing for Luo Li to do, or worry about, in Liyue.

…………

On the other side!

Liyue Harbor! At the docks!

"Hey, Lumine, found her, Keqing is over there!"

Paimon, with sharp eyes, saw the twin-tailed girl who was giving orders to some people in charge at the docks; her zongzi-shaped headpiece was very conspicuous.

Lumine looked over and found it was indeed Keqing.

The noble Yuheng Star had an air of bossiness, her eyes were cold, and her makeup was so light it was almost invisible.

Her attire was luxurious, maintaining the basic decency of the Liyue the Liyue Qixing, and the black silk stockings with gold patterns were the soul.

"Keqing!"

Even before they arrived, Paimon shouted loudly.

The moment the sound reached her, Keqing, including those in charge, turned to look.

"Traveler?"

Keqing was quite surprised, seemingly not expecting to see them here.

The tool duo went up to meet her, and Paimon said with a grin, "Are you surprised?"

Keqing smiled slightly: "I am quite surprised, but please wait a moment for the catching up."

Letting Lumine and Paimon wait for a moment, she straightened her expression and exhorted the many people in charge before her repeatedly: "No matter what method you use, the Lantern Rite decorations at the docks and the daily arrangements for the vendors must give me a concrete plan by tomorrow."

"Also, the defense situation at sea, as well as Qingce Village and Mingyun Village, all need to be considered."

"..."

After a series of exhortations, it was already more than ten minutes later.

Many people in charge listened very carefully and nodded one after another, indicating that they would definitely complete the task perfectly within the time limit.

"Then that’s about it; you go ahead and act first."

Finally, with a wave of her small hand, Keqing let the many people disperse, then turned to face the tool duo.

"Have you two returned from your travels in Inazuma?"

Her gaze carried a look of inquiry, as well as a trace of urgency.

Paimon had become much smarter this time; she clasped her hands behind her back and said with a grin, "Hehe, that's not all you want to know, is it?"

Undoubtedly, Keqing’s focus should be on someone else.

Lumine looked at Paimon in surprise; it was rare to see such a smart moment from her.

Keqing was stunned for a moment, then admitted it generously.

"That’s right, I want to know, did Luo Li follow you here?"

Keqing was not a shy girl; her personality was bold and generous, and she would not retreat because of teasing.