Inquirer of Teyvat

Chapter 405 In addition to great terror, there is also great peace between life and death

After listening to the old dean's narration about his past,
Wang Daoyi was a little silent,

It's not because the story of the old dean's falling off the cliff is a bit bloody,

It was because of the information revealed by the old dean that shocked Wang Daoyi, and even shuddered.

Before seeing gods like Tree King, Kao, and Raiden Shin, he could calculate things hundreds of years later. He just lamented that the wisdom of these gods was too terrifying.
But now, when this terrible calculation has come to his own head, he realizes how terrifying these gods who can see through the future are.

Istaru had foreseen the future during the Demon God War, even. He may have seen the present Wang Daoyi thousands of years ago, so he arranged everything with ease.

Leave your pendulum to Barbatos,

Leave a bit of my aura in Yuanxia Palace,
He chose the old dean to be His last patron, and handed over everything to the old dean,
Then He doesn't have to do anything more,
Just quietly wait for time to flow, until a person who does not belong to this world comes, and then quietly watch everything happen naturally.

【He stands above time and watches all the stories happen. 】

I don't know why, Wang Daoyi felt a chill, and his fear of the ruling of the sky became stronger.

Istaru is only the ruler of time among the four heavenly rulers, and it can take thousands of years to plan and wait.

Then, as the creator of the four heavenly rulers, the original throne may be the existence of today's heavenly principles, how terrible would it be?

The layout of Istaru needs to stand in the history of thousands of years to see clearly.
And the layout of the original throne, how far away should we stand before we can get a glimpse of it?

I keep thinking,

In reality, Wang Daoyi was not stunned,
Instead, he looked at the aging dean, seeing the aging face of the other party, and feeling the aging breath of the other party, Wang Daoyi felt a little sad in his heart.

Perhaps the old dean thought that Istaru was his master and the most important existence in his life all his life.
But perhaps in Istaru’s view, the old dean is just an ordinary [person], just like all the [people] who are loved by Istaru, just ordinary [people].

It's just that the old dean met the thoughtful Istaru at the right time.

That's why there is now a millennium of waiting.

With a slight sigh in his heart, Wang Dao said, "Your life is passing by."

Low EQ: You're going to die.

High EQ: Your life is ticking.

"Yes, my mission has been completed, so naturally I don't need to continue to live. My family, my friends, and my comrades-in-arms have passed away for a thousand years. During these thousand years, I stayed in this world alone, and I have long since passed away. A little tired, death... is my best destination."

The tone of the old dean was very relaxed, it seemed that not only was he not afraid of death, but he was looking forward to it.

Wang Daoyi was silent for a while, and then said again: "How much time is left, what do I need to do?"

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The old dean was also silent for a while, as if he was thinking about something, and finally sighed: "Oh~ there is no need to do anything, just tell the little girl in the Pastoral Hall for me, it will be fine if I come here in three days' time."

His last strength, no more, no less, was enough to support him to live for another three days.

"it is good."

Wang Daoyi didn't say much, just agreed.

This is the old dean's own choice. After a thousand years, losing family, friends, comrades, and all good memories, even a demon god will be worn out, not to mention that the old dean is just a mortal.

He was able to persevere until today, entirely out of his belief in Istaru,

Now he has completed the last mission assigned to him by Istaru.

Waiting for death calmly is the old dean's last choice.

Standing up, the ledge dissipates,
Giving a slight salute to the old dean who closed his eyes and said nothing, Wang Daoyi left the small courtyard.

Leaving Tongwen Academy,

While thinking about Istaru's plans that have gone through thousands of years, he walked towards Shengtang with strides.

Since I promised the old dean to let Hu Tao go to take care of his funeral in three days,

Now he happens to be at Feiyunpo,

It's better to hit the sun than to choose the day, so let's go and notify now.

Come to the Hall of Rebirth,

Just happened to meet Hall Master Hu pulling Zhongli, as if he was preaching something,
When I got closer, I heard Hall Master Hu muttering in a low voice: "Zhongli, Zhongli, why are you wasting money again? You said you bought some strange materials, and you said it was for ceremonies, so I didn't care, but Those sent this morning, what kind of antique calligraphy and paintings, exquisite porcelain, can this be used for ceremonies? If you spend money like this again, your salary will be deducted for 30 years.”

"What the hall master taught me is that those are not ordinary antique calligraphy and paintings, but exquisite porcelain. The calligraphy and paintings are the authentic works of Mr. Yan 500 years ago. Although I bought them for 130 million moras, if I want to sell them, there are still dozens of them. Wanmora can make money, and besides, the porcelain is very exquisite, it seems that some new-style casting techniques are used, and a mere hundred thousand Mora can buy it and keep it as a treasure, and there will be no loss."

Although Hu Tao looked very angry, Zhong Li was still tepid. Even though he seemed to be admitting his mistakes, he was actually sticking to his own ideas.

Hu Tao was out of breath, and pointed at Zhongli: "You, you, ah, I am so mad, you are really not in charge of the family, you don't know how expensive firewood, rice, oil and salt are, more than 100 million Mora, you can spend as much as you want, you know how long I will earn ?"

Zhong Li looked at Hu Tao with a strange face: "But didn't the hall master generously pay out several million moras before?"

What Zhongli was talking about was the insurance business carried out by Hutao and the Adventurer's Association. In less than a month, they lost several million moras.

"Damn it, I did it to promote the business of our Xiangshengtang, it's completely different from eating, drinking and having fun like you!"

"Oh, so that's the case." Zhong Li looked suddenly enlightened, but his tone was still very flat.

Seeing Zhongli's reticence, Hu Tao became more and more angry.

Seeing that Hu Tao was about to get angry, Wang Dao hurried forward a few steps and interrupted their conversation.
"Master Hu, Mr. Zhongli, long time no see."

Hu Tao was interrupted, and turned to look at Wang Daoyi: "Yeah, it's Brother Daoyi, why, what's the point of coming to my Pastoral Hall? Let me tell you first, if I'm looking for Zhongli, then I won't agree today, I have to Educate Zhongli well."

"No, no, Hall Master Hu misunderstood." Wang Dao waved his hands again and again, looking at Hu Tao with a serious face, "I came here this time, I have something to ask you, Hall Master Hu."

"Hey, looking for me?" Hu Tao blinked her plum blossom eyes, showing a hint of curiosity.

Then turned around and looked at Zhongli: "Hmph, Zhongli, go back first, I will teach you a good lesson after Daoyi and I settle the matter."

Zhong Li still looked indifferent, and cupped his hands at Hu Tao: "Then I will leave first."

Wang Daoyi and Zhongli looked at each other, and saw the helplessness in Zhongli's eyes towards Hu Tao, and the "thank you" for being rescued by Wang Daoyi.

After Zhongli left,

"Brother Dao, tell me, if you have anything to ask me." Hu Tao asked curiously, then patted her chest and made a loud voice: "As long as I can help, even Speak."

Looking at the appearance of the first fire A in Tivat, he vowed to guarantee the ticket,

Wang Daoyi talked about the matter of the old dean,

"That's right. You know the old dean of Tongwen Academy, right?"

"Oh, you know, when grandpa was around, he often took me to visit, but after grandpa left, I didn't go there much."

"The old dean's life is coming to an end soon, so I want to entrust you to handle his funeral."

"Oh, it's a list, no problem, no problem, just leave it to me." Hu Tao began to pat her chest again to make sure.

Wang Daoyi nodded slightly. In this regard, Hutao is still trustworthy. After thinking about it, Wang Daoyi continued: "In addition, if there is any excess or insufficient expenses for the old dean's funeral, it will be charged to my account. yes."

Hearing this, Hu Tao waved his hand indifferently: "Hey, Mora is just a trivial matter. Besides, Tongwen Academy is not short of money. It is the largest and most authoritative academy in Liyue. There are tens of millions of moras."

Tens of millions of moras?Why is tuition so expensive?Wang Daoyi just wanted to ask, and then he realized that it was probably the funds of the major chambers of commerce or other wealthy people, so that they could send people to the academy to train and study.

Skipping Mo La's question, Wang Daoyi continued: "Anyway, if you need anything about the old dean's funeral, Hall Master Hu can come to me. If I'm not at home, you can leave a message for Xiang Ling."

"Okay, I'll take it down."

"Well, the time given by the old dean is three days later, so Hall Master Hu will go to the academy in three days. In these three days, let the old dean stay by himself for a while." Worried that Hu Tao would disturb the old dean in advance, Wang Dao A special reminder.

Hu Tao gave Wang Daoyi a blank look, and saw Wang Daoyi's uneasiness: "Don't worry, don't worry, I won't disturb the client's last time."

"Since that's the case, then I won't stay any longer. If Master Hu needs anything, he can come to Wanmintang to find me."

Ever since he got engaged to Xiangling, Wang Daoyi hasn't returned to the dock teahouse to spend the night for a long time, either outside, when he returns to Liyuegang, he will spend the night in the Manmin Hall.

After all, it's better to sleep with a fragrant and soft Xiangling than to sleep alone!
Saying goodbye to Hu Tao, and hearing Hu Tao's nagging voice to Zhongli again from the Hall of Rebirth, Wang Daoyi shook his head slightly, and left the entrance of the Hall of Rebirth,

As for Zhongli, let's hope for good luck, not only Zhongli can't handle the eccentric Hall Master Hu, but Wang Daoyi can't handle it either.

After leaving the Hall of Rebirth, Wang Daoyi wandered around and went shopping all the way back to Wanmin Hall.

As we approached Wanmin Hall, we heard a bluffing sound, as if playing cards again.

It may be that the image of Yidou is too attractive, or that many diners still have an impression of Yidou. I remember that Yidou was a waiter in Wanmintang.
So there are many diners around Yidou, they are not afraid of Araki Yidou who is a foreign race, but watch Yidou playing cards with great interest.

There were a few impatient diners, some of whom couldn't control themselves, and wanted to teach Yidou how to play cards.

That's right, although Ichito Ararataki likes playing cards very much, his skills are not very good.

It still belongs to the ranks of people who are addicted to food.

However, there is a bucket here, which makes Wanmin Hall even more lively.

Master Mao watched the diners gather and did not drive them away. He smiled and watched everyone playing cards and having fun.

The purpose of Wanmintang is to serve the people. Although providing a card playing venue and eating don't go well together, Master Mao doesn't care about it.

Nodding to the smiling Master Mao,

Wang Daoyi bypassed the crowd and walked to the kitchen,
As soon as he entered the kitchen, he saw Xiang Ling and Jiu Qiren fiddling with pastries, as if they were studying some new dishes.

"Brother Daoyi, you're done with your work, come here quickly, An Ren and I have researched some new pastries, come and try them."

Seeing Wang Daoyi, Xiangling immediately smiled and waved, motioning for Wang Daoyi to go and taste the new cakes.

on the side,

Guoba looked at Xiangling in disbelief,

There was a little grievance in his eyes,

Obviously it has been helping to light the fire, helping to fight,

How come when it's time to eat, Wang Daoyi comes to eat?
Isn't this world a little too unfair?

Seeing the small eyes of Guoba,

Wang Daoyi couldn't help but laugh, walked to the side of the stove, looked at the freshly baked pastry, took a slight sniff, and a scent of fragrance entered Wang Daoyi's nostrils.

Pick up a pastry that looks a bit like rice cracker, put it in your mouth, and taste it carefully.

"Well, it smells so good, let me guess, it's the scent of Qingxin, um, it doesn't have a bitter taste, is it Qingxin that has been specially processed? It's a very good pastry."

"Of course, Anin taught me a special treatment method, which can offset the bitterness of Qingxin and keep the faint fragrance."

Hearing Wang Daoyi's evaluation, Xiangling smiled, first answered Wang Daoyi's question, and then looked at Aren proudly: "Let me just say, Brother Daoyi can definitely eat it."

Jiu Qiren didn't speak, just nodded with a smile, still processing the ingredients in his hand.

On the side, Guoba became more and more anxious,

Watching Wang Daoyi taste the food is more uncomfortable than starving himself.

Walking timidly to Wang Daoyi's side, Guoba stretched out his small hand and poked Wang Daoyi's thigh.

Wang Dao bowed his head,

I saw Guoba blinking frantically, his small bean-sized eyes twinkling like stars.

"Hey~" (I want to eat too!)
Wang Daoyi shook his head at the rice crust, and then gestured to Xiang Ling who had resumed discussing the formula with Jiu Qiren.

It means that if Xiangling doesn't give it to you, I dare not give it to you.

Panicked, Guoba opened his bear's mouth and bit Wang Daoyi's trousers,

then
With an aggrieved expression, Guoba let go of his mouth, feeling a little pain in his teeth.

Wang Daoyi's legs are so hard.

There was a hint of a smile in his eyes. Sometimes, it was quite interesting to play with rice crackers.

Take a pastry from the stove,
Pass it in front of the rice cooker,
"Eat quickly, don't be seen by Xiangling, or she will make you lose weight again."

"Gee!"

With a cry of surprise, Guoba stretched out his small hand, took away the pastry in Wang Dao's hand, then shyly returned to the stove, and began to steal food while lighting the fire.

teasing rice crust,
Wang Dao looked at Jiu Qiren, and sighed slightly in his heart,

In the end, he still didn't say anything about the old dean.

The old dean was too tired, guarding a secret for thousands of years, and seeing the departure of relatives and friends, his heart was already full of devastation.

He chose to let Walnut pass in three days, because he wanted to enjoy the last peaceful time alone.

There is no need for Jiuqi Ren and others to disturb the old man's last time,

Even if the interruption is out of concern.

"Wait for three days and then tell Jiuqiren. For these three days, let the old dean rest."

I gave up the idea of ​​telling the old dean Jiuqi Ren the information now,

Wang Dao took a look at how the two girls were handling the ingredients, shook his head slightly, and consciously left the kitchen.

Outside, there were more people onlookers watching the card game. In addition to a fight, some diners took out their own card boxes and started a series of sacred duels in the Wanmin Hall.

For a while, Wanmintang looked more like a card hall than a card hall, and it was not like a serious restaurant anyway.

It's a pity that Wang Dao is really not interested in playing cards. Although he is the ruler of the desert now, he doesn't have the "card-playing gene" of the desert people in his body.

I've been thinking about going to Yunhan Society to listen to Yunjin's opera,
Then I saw a person dressed as a rice wife coming in from the door,

The visitor looked polite, and he circled around, frowning: "Isn't Wanmintang a restaurant? Am I in the wrong place?"

The visitor stepped back a few steps in doubt, then raised his head and looked at the signboard of Wanmin Hall.

"That's right, this is Wanmin Hall? Isn't this the best folk restaurant in Liyue? How did it become a card room?"

There was shock in the eyes of the visitor, and he really didn't understand what happened.

Wang Dao saw his expression, then turned his head to look at Master Mao who was watching other people playing cards,

Shaking his head, he took a step forward and looked at the person who came: "What's the use of guests coming to Wanmintang? If it's for dinner, you can come in and order."

The visitor looked at Wang Daoyi, and a gleam flashed in his eyes: "Oh, you are His Excellency Wang Daoyi?"

"Huh? You know me?" Wang Dao raised his eyebrows, showing a hint of surprise.

At first I thought it was an ordinary guest, but now it seems that it is not ordinary.

The visitor nodded quickly: "What a coincidence, I came here to find you."

"Let me introduce myself. I'm an official of the Inazuma Society. My name is Inoue. I'm in charge of the preliminary negotiations on the restoration of diplomatic relations with Liyue."

"Huh? An official of the society? Well, what do you want me to do? If you want me to ask Ningguang to help Dao's wife, then you are late, and it is inconvenient for me to continue to get involved in these matters now."

Inoue quickly shook his head: "No, no, the establishment of diplomatic relations with Liyue went well and the preliminary intention has been reached. The next more critical cooperation plan is the matter of Mr. Shi Feng."

"Oh, then why are you looking for me? Let me guess, it was Yaren who asked you to come to me?"

"Ha, you guessed it right. It is indeed Mr. Shebongxing who entrusted me to come to you." Inoue smiled, and then took out a letter from his arms, "This is the letter that Mr. Shebongxing entrusted me to hand over to you." .”

After receiving the letter, Wang Daoyi didn't shy away from it, just opened it and read it.

(End of this chapter)