Chapter 66: Guest Consultant of Wangsheng Funeral Parlor

In an instant, the entire area fell silent.

The burly man was instantly covered in cold sweat.

"Im... My Lord Immortal! You..."

The burly man took a few steps back, wanting to run, but was blocked by the Millelith who had just arrived.

"Cremating bodies is to prevent the spread of plague caused by the lingering resentment of Archons."

"Therefore, the cremation rites of the Wangsheng Funeral Parlor are not an act of desecrating the dead."

"On the contrary, people like you who make trouble at funeral rites..."

"...and prevent the deceased from resting in peace..."

"...aren't you afraid of retribution?"

Jiang Yan walked over, his tone indifferent.

With every step Jiang Yan took, his words struck the hearts of the troublemakers like a heavy hammer.

Their faces turned pale.

But the burly man still roared, unwilling to give up:

"My Lord Immortal! What benefits did these people give you to make you personally intervene!"

Jiang Yan’s footsteps paused.

The surrounding citizens all looked at him.

Jiang Yan suddenly wanted to laugh.

"So you know I am an Immortal..."

"Do you think that if I wanted something, I would need to obtain it through bribery?"

The surrounding citizens whispered among themselves, but their expressions were full of approval.

"That's right, that is My Lord Immortal!"

"My Lord Immortal is a figure who stands above all but one; he helped conquer half of Liyue. If he wanted something, wouldn't the Geo Archon give it to him?"

"Damn it! I was actually doubting the Immortal just now! I deserve to die!"

"But why would the Immortal personally intervene in such a small matter?"

Jiang Yan watched the surroundings calmly; he also wanted to see the public's reaction to this.

Looking at it this way, his reputation among the people was not bad at all?

"As for why I came to personally intervene in this matter..."

Jiang Yan suddenly spoke, which could be considered an explanation for the surrounding citizens' confusion.

"The establishment of the Wangsheng Funeral Parlor was something I personally oversaw, and I approved of them conducting these kinds of ceremonies."

This was not a lie; during the week the Wangsheng Funeral Parlor was preparing, Jiang Yan had indeed observed the entire process in detail.

This was also the reason why Jiang Yan had issued a decree immediately after the Wangsheng Funeral Parlor was established.

"The cremation ceremony of the Wangsheng Funeral Parlor can effectively stop the spread of plague within corpses. Of course, to accommodate those of you who have a sentimental attachment to traditional burial, you may bury the remains after cremation."

"But you have seen the results."

"Now that some people are constantly making trouble here, I consider it a failure on my part as the Liyue Tianshu and the Grand Overseer of Liyue."

"Perhaps this project I personally oversaw has caused you some dissatisfaction."

"So, I came here."

As Jiang Yan finished speaking, almost all the troublemakers turned pale.

Furthermore, the way the surrounding citizens looked at these troublemakers had changed. ===== CHAPTER 164 =====

Indeed, they had all seen the official announcement from the Liyue authorities.

But they never imagined that this matter was personally overseen by the Immortal!

This was a serious matter.

Jiang Yan’s words had elevated the situation to a new level.

If they were defiant, it meant they were dissatisfied with the Immortal, who served as the Grand Overseer of Liyue.

And this was all under the watchful eyes of the public!

If the people of Liyue Harbor found out about this, they would certainly not be able to survive in the city.

One must know that the people of Liyue Harbor had all migrated from Guili Plains.

Jiang Yan’s reputation among the people of Liyue Harbor could be said to be on par with the Geo Archon.

It was fortunate that this was happening in Liyue Harbor.

If this were in Qingce Village, these people would have been beaten to death by the enraged populace.

How dare you! Daring to question the Immortal’s decision!

It could be said that in the hearts of the people of Qingce Village, the Immortal’s reputation far exceeded that of the Geo Archon.

Even now, every household in Qingce Village still kept a longevity tablet of the Wood Spirit Immortal.

"No... it’s not like that! My Lord Immortal!"

The burly man spoke in a panic.

"We... we just didn't want these people to desecrate the bodies!"

The troublemakers also explained, each with pale faces.

"Oh?"

Jiang Yan rubbed his chin and chuckled.

"How about that, are you related to this family?"

Jiang Yan pointed to the group of people wearing mourning clothes.

"No... not..."

The burly man stammered.

It was obvious that his mind was completely chaotic, and he couldn't calm down at all.

"Hiss... then I am also curious; the people holding the funeral don't mind this, so why do you, an outsider, care so much?"

Jiang Yan stood in front of the burly man, looking down at him.

"I... I..."

The burly man stammered, unable to say a word.

"Enough, let this matter be dropped here."

"I can understand that you support traditional burial, and I will not force you to choose cremation. How you conduct your funeral rites is your own business."

"But do not destroy other people's funeral rites because of it."

"I will let it go this time."

"Later, the Wangsheng Funeral Parlor will provide you with a list of damages, and you will need to pay for them at cost."

"Although I forgive you this time, there won't be a next time."

"If I hear of you gathering to disrupt funeral rites again..."

"...then wait to be personally expelled from Liyue by me!"

Jiang Yan’s gaze was indifferent, his tone cold.

The group of troublemakers seemed to see a glimmer of hope and bowed down to Jiang Yan, saying:

"Thank you! Thank you, My Lord Immortal, for sparing our lives!"

"We will never dare to do this again!!!"

Having experienced Jiang Yan’s personal intervention, this group of people must have been scared out of their wits.

Jiang Yan looked at the surrounding crowd and said loudly:

"Everyone!"

"I know many people think cremation is an act of desecrating the body."

"But I can tell you very clearly: cremation is not an act of desecrating the body!"

"Of course, I will not force you to choose cremation!"

"I am simply giving you an option."

"Whether it is cremation or burial, both give the greatest respect to the departed!"

"So, there is no need to be conflicted over such things."

Jiang Yan’s words won the approval of the surrounding citizens and comforted those who felt uneasy.

"My Lord Immortal! We have no objections!"

"Exactly, whether one chooses burial or cremation is their own decision, and it’s not like cremation prevents burial; aren't they both buried in the earth in the end?"

"We support My Lord Immortal’s decision!"

Jiang Yan smiled, cupped his hands to the crowd, and said:

"Then let’s disperse. This matter is settled. You all don't need to trouble these people; they meant well."

"Go back to what you were doing. I have a mountain of things to deal with; I’m so busy I wish I had two extra hands."

Jiang Yan’s words made the surrounding people laugh out loud.

The Immortal was still the same Immortal who was close to the people.

He had never changed!

After the crowd dispersed, the staff of the Wangsheng Funeral Parlor gathered around.

"My Lord Immortal is so exhausted, why not come into the parlor for a cup of tea?"

A steady and weathered voice reached Jiang Yan’s ears.

Jiang Yan turned his head abruptly, his eyes widening.

"Geo..."

Morax, dressed in the robes of the Wangsheng Funeral Parlor, gave a sharp look.

"Cough... cough..."

Jiang Yan understood instantly, and the words he was forced to swallow made him cough suddenly.

"This... may I ask who this gentleman is?"

Jiang Yan asked.

"I am Zhongli, a guest consultant at the Wangsheng Funeral Parlor."

Morax said calmly.

Jiang Yan: ...

Damn!

You really are something, Morax!

You’re starting your 'leisurely stroll through the mortal world' right now?!

"Ah... so it is Guest Consultant Zhongli, I have heard much about you!"

Jiang Yan smiled and cupped his hands.

There was no helping it; the Geo Archon must have his reasons for doing this!

Just play along with him.

Hu Ming, who was on the side, stepped up and said to Jiang Yan:

"Wangsheng Funeral Parlor Master Hu Ming, greetings to My Lord Immortal."

"Sorry to trouble you to come here, My Lord Immortal. If it is convenient, please come inside for a cup of tea."

"Hmm, that’s fine. You all go ahead with your work; I’m not in a hurry."

Jiang Yan pointed to the unfinished funeral rites, walked forward, and bowed to the people in mourning clothes.

"I am very sorry that this matter hindered your funeral rites. This is disrespectful to the deceased and a failure of my oversight."

The group of people in mourning clothes waved their hands in a panic.

Heavens!

The Immortal bowed to them!!

That will shorten our lives!!!! ===== CHAPTER 165 =====