Chapter 462

Speaking of this, Hu Tao gritted her teeth.

"Oh? Are you talking about me?"

At this time, a slightly surprised and gentle voice rang out suddenly.

Hearing this voice, Lumine and Paimon were stunned and subconsciously looked back.

I saw an elegant man walking leisurely in front of Lumine, Paimon, and Hu Tao.

His appearance seemed to bring a steady power to the surrounding air.

Giving people a sense of stability as firm as a rock.

I saw him wearing a dark brown long robe, a long robe with dark brown and gold covering his sturdy body, the lapels swaying gently with his movements, revealing a casual style.

The collar and cuffs of the long robe were decorated with fine gold threads, outlining the prosperous scene of Liyue with complex geometric patterns. Every time the breeze blew, it seemed as if golden light waves were rippling out.

His hairstyle was neat, and strands of smooth black hair were cleverly tied behind his head, revealing his orderly personality.

Every buckle and every edge of the clothing showed ingenuity, which not only conformed to the traditional style of Liyue but also showed his unique taste.

On his shoulders was a cloak with a dark background, covered with dense golden patterns.

The belt buckle tied around his waist was exquisitely crafted, with gold and silver intertwined, like an exquisite work of art, not only practical but also showing the nobility of the owner.

His face was handsome, his features were deep and exquisite, and his eyes flashed with the light of wisdom, as if he could see through people's hearts, but at the same time, he revealed a gentle temperament.

When he smiled slightly, the surrounding sunlight seemed to be eclipsed, and his charm was enough to make people around him look sideways.

Zhongli's posture was calm, he gently stroked his chin, as if he was thinking about something.

His every move revealed a sense of calm and confidence, and a faint smile hung on the corner of his mouth, which was both friendly and mysterious, making people feel a warm power in his smile.

And the most eye-catching thing is his eyes.

Those eyes that seem to be able to see through people's hearts, they flash with clever and wise light, as if he can see through the truth of all things.

Even on this somewhat lively street, his gaze maintained a kind of quiet depth, just like the lighthouse that never wavered in Liyue Harbor, guiding the way for lost ships.

"A pretty good-looking guy."

Seeing this one, Paimon was stunned, then looked at Zhongli up and down, pinched her chin and thought: "It's just a bit feminine beauty, compared to Lin Mo, it's still a bit worse."

Zhongli: "？？？？？"

Hearing Paimon's words, the gentle Zhongli was silent for a while and looked at Paimon.

This little guy.

And Lumine next to her nodded like a chicken pecking at rice, looking very much in agreement with what Paimon said.

"Eh? Zhongli."

Seeing Zhongli appear, Hu Tao was stunned: "Why did you come here? Aren't you busy with other things?"

"I thought about it and felt that you, director, would be lazy and come to the Adventurers' Guild to hang tasks, so I came to see for myself."

Hearing Hu Tao's words, Zhongli said calmly: "This kind of important ceremony cannot be so casual, it needs to be done personally."

Hu Tao: "............."

Hearing Zhongli's words, Hu Tao scratched her head embarrassedly, feeling like she had been caught doing something bad.

However, the next second, Hu Tao hummed: "As the saying goes, many hands make light work. Preparing for the Rite of Parting requires some things. These things must only be collected by adventurers from the Adventurers' Guild to help our Wangsheng Funeral Parlor."

"We only need to do it personally when holding the ceremony. What is there to do personally when collecting materials? Isn't it a waste of time?"

"Like what kind of Noctilucous Jade, the quality must be good, just hang the task at the Adventurers' Guild, and there will be merchants or adventurers who collect high-quality Noctilucous Jade who will send it over."

"No."

Hearing Hu Tao's words, Zhongli shook his head gently and said: "The first step of preparing for the ceremony requires the best Noctilucous Jade that can match the gods. The hanging task for this kind of thing cannot be completed by people in such a short time, so we need to set off personally."

"However, considering your lazy nature, director, I'd better do this personally."

"I don't know if you two are willing to go with me?"

Speaking of this, Zhongli looked at Lumine and Paimon.

"Go with you?"

Hearing Zhongli's words, Lumine and Paimon looked suspicious.

The Rite of Descension in Liyue has nothing to do with them.

Especially since they already knew that this Rite of Descension was fake, there was nothing to participate in.

"Although the Geo Archon Morax is the ancestor of all adepti, he is also one of the adepti. Looking at Liyue's thousands of years of history, adepti have left one after another, which is an irreversible trend."

"Every year when an adeptus leaves, there will be a grand memorial ceremony. This is Liyue's tradition. This time the Liyue Qixing paid great attention to this tradition, which makes me very gratified."

While Lumine and Paimon were suspicious, Zhongli spoke slowly and said: "You two are also from Mondstadt, and seem to have some friendship with the Anemo Archon, which is why you came to Liyue. In order to see the Geo Archon, can you consider preparing a Rite of Parting for the Geo Archon with me?"

"Only by participating in the 'Rite of Parting' can you see the Geo Archon's body again."

"(befe) See the Geo Archon's body?"

Hearing Zhongli's words, Lumine and Paimon looked brilliant.

They already knew that the Geo Archon Morax faked his death, so seeing that Geo Archon's body would be useless.

"How about participating? I represent the Wangsheng Funeral Parlor to hire you to assist Zhongli?"

Beside, Hu Tao saw Zhongli actually inviting Lumine and Paimon, and smiled: "I can pay you a generous reward. Zhongli rarely invites people."

"And you are also travelers from another world, having solved things for Mondstadt. Coming to Liyue to assist the Wangsheng Funeral Parlor should be acceptable to you, right? You can get Mora, and you can also learn about Liyue's history."

"Don't you want to visit Liyue properly? Zhongli is also familiar with Liyue, I believe you can visit properly."

Preparing for the Rite of Parting at the Wangsheng Funeral Parlor would be even better if Lumine and the others joined.

Originally last night, Collei and Fischl had agreed with her that they would help the Wangsheng Funeral Parlor prepare for the Geo Archon's Rite of Parting, but these two girls hadn't come to the Wangsheng Funeral Parlor until now, presumably because they were delayed by something.

Originally she also wanted to pull Lumine and the others.

Now that she met Zhongli inviting Lumine and Paimon, Hu Tao was very excited.

"Eh? There is Mora to take?"

Hearing Hu Tao's words, Paimon, who was originally indifferent, had her eyes brightened.

And Lumine nodded: "We are friends with Hu Tao, you don't need to give us Mora, we can help, after all, it's normal for friends to help each other."

"Hmm hmm hmm."

Seeing Lumine and Paimon agree, Hu Tao nodded excitedly: "Then it's settled."

"The process of preparing for the 'Rite of Parting' will also become part of your journey, increasing your knowledge."

Zhongli looked at Lumine and Paimon and nodded gently: "Let's go, let's go find Noctilucous Jade first. As for you, director, go be responsible for other places."

While speaking, Zhongli looked at Hu Tao: "Things needed for the ceremony must be purchased personally, don't think about taking shortcuts, after all, it won't be good if something goes wrong."

"Heard it, heard it with both ears."

Hearing Zhongli's words, Hu Tao puffed up her cheeks.

Damn it, shortcuts can't be taken.

"Return to the Wangsheng Funeral Parlor first."