Chapter 162: A Newcomer Traveler

Just as Luo De had expected.

That afternoon, the third Temple of the Four Winds was activated.

Plus Teyvat's own power.

Mondstadt's ley lines were completely tangled into a mess, and the elemental energy became so chaotic as to be unbearable.

"Annoying."

The irritability caused by the elemental chaos made it hard for Luo De to focus on anything he did.

Unlike ordinary people who hardly feel elemental energy.

The more someone like Luo De, who can control powerful elemental energy, the more clearly they sense changes in the elemental energy of their surroundings.

"You didn't go to inform the Knights of Favonius about the temple matter."

That's also why, as soon as he arrives in Mondstadt, he immediately proposes to the Knights of Favonius how to deal with the Fatui.

The Fatui's Eighth Seat Harbinger, the Lady.

Luo De stood by the window, complaining while observing the Goth Grand Hotel across the street.

"Tsk tsk, what a complicated and troublesome person."

I should already be on her target list by now.

Then, when she discovers that Venti's Gnosis is gone, I will surely become her suspect.

The place I'm renting has a great view, perfect for observing their movements.

Someone is watching me there.

Upon confirming Venti's identity as the Wind Archon, Rosalyn, a mortal who lacks even Archon-level power, dared to rob him with only a few subordinates—her boldness is unsurpassed, and her actions are utterly arrogant.

He had considered this point before setting out from Sumeru.

He kept watching until the Lady's silhouette disappeared, then Luo De withdrew his gaze and clicked his tongue in amazement.

But she also has to consider the diplomatic relations between Snezhnaya and Mondstadt; most of her actions are carried out in secret, and she rarely shows up to communicate directly with Mondstadt's higher-ups, usually leaving it to her aide, Anastasia, to handle.

Luo De turned his head and glanced at his own Void Terminal following him.

Since he and the Lady share the same goal.

If the rumors spread by the Knights of Favonius take effect, they should take some action.

Thinking of this.

After observing for a while, a figure in a black-and-white striped long dress, draped with a red cape, caught Luo De's attention.

Venti lounged lazily on the sofa, and after speaking, he didn't forget to tilt his head back and take a swig of wine, then exhaled the wine vapors contentedly.

Even if she later forcibly took Venti's Gnosis, she would still worry that the commotion would be too big, possibly drawing the Knights of Favonius and leaving evidence, forcing a quick retreat.

"Oh, no."

After the dragon disaster is settled, the Lady will definitely go rob Venti.

That is the Fatui's main base in Mondstadt.

Rosalyn Kruczika Loewafat.

"It'll be fine soon."

Luo De is quite certain about one thing.

And both he and the Lady know Venti's identity.

Just a glance was enough for Luo De to be absolutely certain of that woman's identity.

"I hope they act quickly."

Venti's Gnosis is placed there, and with Nadixa's divine power, it not only shields the energy fluctuations emanating from the Gnosis but is also very safe.

"Huh?"

Moreover, don't look at Rosalyn's awful attitude toward Venti; she is equally frivolous and rude toward the Geo Archon and the Electro Archon.

This statement is contradictory, yet it's true.

The Lady is a troublesome opponent.

"It's been two or three days, and not only has the lyre of the sky not been borrowed, but the issue with the Four Winds Temple remains unresolved—efficiency is really low."

"Nothing else."

"No way."

The thing that caught his attention wasn't inside the room, but rather a spot not far from this house.

With its exaggerated figure to the extreme and splendid attire, plus an aloof, haughty demeanor that puts people off, it's hard not to notice.

This thus makes it highly likely that they will confront each other directly in the struggle for the Gnosis.

Luo De narrowed his eyes and looked up in a certain direction.

But this woman is actually someone who acts very cautiously.

This watcher appeared after Venti moved in.

However, Luo De never dealt with him, instead leaving him there to keep watching him.

"Let you be arrogant for another afternoon."

Luo De chuckled lightly and muttered a sentence.

He doesn't need to take action.

Someone will take care of that watcher for him.

As for who that person is.

It just depends on whom the Knights of Favonius send—maybe that sister who specializes in handling threats in the dark.

His thoughts returned.

Either way, he's just sitting there.

Qin's notice still hasn't arrived, and the bored Luo De invited Wen Di, saying: "The angel's gift, will you go or not?"

"Go!"

Upon hearing Luo De's invitation to have him go drink, Wen Di rolled off the sofa with a roll and followed, giggling.

Walking along the streets of Mondstadt.

Luo De listened carefully to the sounds around him.

He didn't know why.

Since obtaining Wen Di's Gnosis, he has constantly felt that his ears are much sharper than before, and he can hear clearly even sounds that are far away from him.

This is very similar to the way Wen Di uses the thousand winds to obtain information.

Therefore.

For some inexplicable reason, Luo De also specially checked all the items he carried with him, making sure he had not inadvertently obtained a Vision of the wind element.

Luo De is also quite confident that he has no affinity for wind elemental energy, meaning he cannot manipulate wind elemental energy.

This is quite strange.

After thinking it over.

He could only attribute this to the influence of that wind god's Gnosis.

However, this also counts as a good thing; Luo De can now more easily eavesdrop on things he wants to know.

Just like now.

"Hey, have you heard? The West Wind Knights have recently reopened the investigation into the case of Sir Kelipusi's death, saying they've found new clues."

"Ah? Wasn't Sir Kelipusi attacked by a magic dragon? Could there be some hidden story behind this?"

"Yeah, I remember that dragon also seriously injured Sir Diluk; if it weren't for a Foolish People's executive who happened to pass by, the Dawn Winery would have been wiped out."

"You haven't said it yet, but it's suspicious because it's too coincidental; I heard the West Wind Knights recently caught a mole, and that mole confessed that the dragon that attacked Sir Kelipusi and Sir Diluk was released by that 'just happened to pass by' executive."

"Is it true or false?!"

"You know, that dragon has been gone for over a thousand years; how could it suddenly appear out of nowhere? This must be someone secretly meddling! Hmph, I already said this was fishy back then—see, my intuition was right, wasn't it?"

"Come on! Back then you were all grateful to that executive, insisting that without him there would be no Dawn Winery today!"

"What? I don't remember saying that. Anyway, that executive definitely has a problem—this is certain."

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Luo De walked slowly, carefully listening to all the sounds around him.

Qin still acted quickly.

These rumors specifically targeting the Foolish People had spread considerably in just two days.

Although the topic might drift off, overall it is indeed moving in a direction unfavorable to the Foolish People.

Moreover, this is only some of the talk from passersby on the street.

In taverns with more people, the discussion should be even more lively.

Thinking of this,

Luo De quickened his pace, hurrying toward the Angel's Gift.

However, just as he reached the fork in the road, preparing to turn into the alley,

A clear sound, carried on the blowing wind, drifted into his ears.

"Travelers protected by the West Wind Knights, welcome to Mondstadt!"

This voice and this set of lines are extremely familiar to Luo De.

Without hesitation, he immediately turned and followed the voice.

It was farther than he had expected.

He passed through two streets and alleys in succession.

Near the main gate of Mondstadt,

Luo De finally found the source of the sound.

It was a fiery red figure, introducing the local customs of Mondstadt to a white‑clad blonde girl accompanied by a flying mechanical creature.

This familiar scene made Luo De blink involuntarily, a hint of joy appearing on his face.

The Traveler Ying.

At this point in time, she arrived in Mondstadt.

(Today I'm feeling unwell, chest tightness, heart palpitations; I could barely concentrate to type, managing only 4000 characters with effort; I'll rest tonight and add more tomorrow.)

Kenan: "Why do I always feel like I'm living in the shadow of Senior Xiachuan?"

Beiermode: "A man like Mr. Xiachuan can only be subdued by me."

Qinjiu: "I'd rather oppose the whole Japanese police than look straight into Xiachuan's eyes."

"When I see Xiachuan heading out at night, I know the outcome is already decided."

——American five-star General Mai ke·A se

(End of chapter)