Chapter 319: Dainsleif reappears!

With the departure of Hu Tao, Yun Jin, and Xinyan.

The entrance to the small shop, which had seemed quite crowded, became spacious again.

At this moment, facing Keqing’s smiling inquiry, Ganyu, who was not a person good at refusing, had to nod against her will under Luo Li’s probing gaze.

It wasn't that she was worried about Keqing making things difficult for her, even though according to rank, Ganyu was a direct subordinate of the the Liyue Qixing.

But Ganyu could just quit and walk away, and it would be the the Liyue Qixing who would be dumbfounded.

Although there were many more assistant secretaries in the Yuehai Pavilion, they couldn't do without Ganyu’s help for the time being.

To reach the level of self-reliance, it wouldn't be excessive to spend a few years.

Finally, after the two reached an agreement, Shenhe’s communication with the old woman also ended at the right time.

Having someone inexplicably inserted into the private space that should have been just for her and her teacher, Ganyu was not very happy.

Originally, having Shenhe was a bit of a nuisance, but she couldn't abandon her, and Shenhe was very slow in terms of feelings, so having her by her side didn't seem to have much impact.

Keqing was different.

This was a very powerful competitor! She didn't hide her feelings for the teacher at all!

Originally, Ganyu’s feelings for Luo Li were stuck between admiration and love. Since going to Inazuma and having a friendly exchange with Mitsuyo and Asase Hibiki,

her young heart had been greatly shocked, and that seed originally buried in the soil had gradually taken root and sprouted, growing wildly in a very short time.

Since they could do that, why couldn't she?

Strictly speaking, her encounter with the teacher was the earliest; Mitsuyo and Asase Hibiki were just latecomers.

Yet they had come from behind and achieved success before her.

This had been a great blow to Ganyu when she first found out; it was all because she was too simple and shy.

Later, Mitsuyo and Asase Hibiki didn't spare their insights, conducting saturation-style preaching to Ganyu, urging the soil of feelings that had already sprouted in the simple and innocent Qilin girl into a different appearance.

Otherwise, how would Ganyu have the courage to launch a frontal attack?

Seeing the appearance of the two women, Luo Li couldn't help but laugh.

"Alright, until the Lantern Rite arrives, I’ll leave my arrangements for the next few days to you two."

As his voice fell, the two women spoke almost simultaneously.

"Teacher, please rest assured, I’ve already made a strategy!"

"Mr. Luo Li, leave it to me!"

After speaking, the two looked at each other, while only Shenhe tilted her head to the side, revealing a look of incomprehension.

Luo Li chuckled; as the core point, he had no trouble being bothered at all.

He let these girls be.

Qingce Village!

Unlike Luo Li, who was circling among beautiful girls, Lumine and Paimon set off for this land of beautiful mountains and clear waters immediately after receiving the task.

And under the rush, they arrived in less than an hour.

"Since it’s about finding the thief who stole the fireworks, let’s go to the theft site to understand the situation first."

Generally speaking, Paimon’s suggestion was reasonable at first, so Lumine didn't refuse.

The two arrived at Qingce Village, the place where the fireworks were originally stored.

At this moment, there were some Millelith guarding the warehouse where the fireworks were stored, and there were many civilians watching from the periphery, whispering to each other.

Speculating about the theft.

Because what was stolen was fireworks, they didn't feel too much urgency.

It wasn't their own things that were stolen, and it didn't cause safety issues, so there was no widespread panic yet.

Of course, there was always a safety risk when things were stolen; what if the thief got into the habit and stole things from their homes too?

It might even develop to the point of being excessive, coming over to rob directly, and the danger level would rise sharply.

It was precisely because they thought of this that the people of Qingce Village were a bit concerned, praying that the suspect could be brought to justice soon.

For this reason, they were willing to cooperate fully.

Coinciding with the Lantern Rite, such a lively and joyous festival, encountering such an unfortunate event was probably considered inauspicious, and they feared it would scatter their luck.

Lumine and Paimon mingled in the crowd, listening to the Millelith’s investigation report.

Due to the preparations for the Lantern Rite, Liyue Harbor couldn't spare any manpower and could only temporarily entrust it to Lumine and Paimon.

Therefore, the number and quality of the Millelith were not high.

Listening to a bunch of people investigate for a long time without finding many clues, the two couldn't sit still, appeared directly from the crowd, and explained their identities and the task they came for.

Most of the Millelith knew Lumine and Paimon; the names of the blonde Traveler and the flying pet were too loud, and they had been on the general wanted list.

Learning that she was a helper sent by Lady Keqing, the Millelith were overjoyed and quickly explained the specific situation to the two.

And told them all the clues they had discovered.

After so much tempering, Lumine and Paimon quickly discovered the loopholes and planned to start acting in just a moment.

The Millelith naturally provided all conveniences, indicating they would not hold the two back.

"Things seem a bit strange; why do these people only steal fireworks?" Paimon was a bit curious.

At a glance, it wasn't any serious organization; the methods were too low.

Perhaps it was because they had dealt with the Abyss Order and the Fatui too much, the two felt that this method was completely different from the two organizations, more like something the Treasure Hoarders or some robbers would do.

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Therefore, after understanding the clues, Lumine and Paimon didn't feel much vigilance.

"No matter why they want to steal, let’s go catch those people first."

Compared to the two "great evil" organizations, the methods of these people stealing were very inferior, leaving behind many clues and traces.

It wasn't difficult to find them.

Thus, the two set off immediately.

In fact, it was just as they thought; the ones stealing the fireworks were indeed not figures who could be on the stage.

According to past experience, the two easily found the culprits, and after a routine beating, all the fireworks were recovered.

With the task completed, the two returned to Liyue Harbor to claim credit from Keqing.

Now that the task was successful, it meant that what Keqing promised them was settled. In this way, gaining the recognition of two the Liyue Qixing, they were getting closer and closer to successfully entering The Chasm with an official identity.

If they kept it up, by the time the Lantern Rite ended, perhaps they could achieve their wish.

Thinking that they could learn more about the Abyss Order in The Chasm, and perhaps if they were lucky, they could meet her brother Aether in person, Lumine couldn't stop her anticipation and urgency.

However, they didn't expect to run into someone they truly didn't expect in Qingce Village later.

That was Dainsleif, whom they hadn't seen for a long time since they parted ways last time!

— Author's Notes —

... Seeking flowers ...