Simulation: Starting from Under One Person

Fang Rui gave Naruto a thumbs up in praise of his choice. Apart from those who did not recognize their own strength, or those who pursued strength, or those who wanted to fulfill their wishes and obtain rewards, the others had no need to participate and were more suitable to be spectators.

"Speaking of which, did your mother participate in the competition?" Fang Rui asked.

"I participated." Upon hearing this, Naruto's expression changed, as if he was a little scared. "When Mom saw that there was a Youth Preservation Pill among the prizes, she was like she was set ablaze with passion, as if flames were burning in her eyes."

“Dad wasn’t interested in participating in the competition, but Mom insisted that he participate, saying that the chances of winning a prize were higher if there were two of them.”

"Hehe..." Fang Rui's lips twitched slightly, he could imagine the scene.

"Where's Sasuke? Didn't you go with him?" Having no interest in continuing the discussion, Fang Rui quickly changed the subject.

"Uh, he's going to participate in the competition and is in the queue to register," Naruto reported truthfully. "He's quite interested in improving his strength."

"...Tell me about Sasuke's strength, and how many ninjas you know are going to participate."

Fang Rui happened to be a little free right now, since some people needed to catch up and wait a while. Afterwards, Kuina asked the two of them if they wanted to join the world tour to find other game players, which would also take some time.

Using information about the contestants to alleviate boredom is a great option.

"Sasuke's strength? It's about the same as mine. According to the standards you gave us, we should be at the Kage level, but we lack combat experience and are a bit weaker than a regular Kage level."

"Wow, that's very logical! Who told you to say that?"

Based on Fang Rui's understanding of Naruto, such clear and logical statements were not something he could say; Naruto's answer would have been much more concise.

Just like when he taught Konohamaru the Rasengan, his words were vague and difficult to understand.

“I’ve been asked this question before, and after explaining it so many times, I’ve become quite familiar with it.”

As he said this, Naruto's tone was somewhat helpless. He had forgotten when he and Sasuke had become so famous, but after their fame spread, people often came to ask about their strength and were amazed by it.

"Is that so..." Fang Rui didn't continue discussing this matter, but instead asked about something else.

"Who are the participants..."

"I don't know much about it. I only know that some people in the village said they were going to come and participate in the competition."

Naruto continued, "First, there's Dad and Mom, then Sasuke and his parents, and then the Third Hokage..."

Fang Rui heard many familiar names from Naruto's mouth, and the corners of his mouth gradually curled up, as if he could see the fun in it.

With so many ninjas, it would be very interesting even if there were fewer participants from other worlds.

Furthermore, there are the contestants from other worlds...

Fang Rui glanced at the teams that had registered and thought: There are quite a lot of participants from other worlds!

"It seems... this event will be very interesting."

Thinking this, Fang Rui's gaze flickered slightly, a smile playing on his lips.

"Speaking of which..."

Fang Rui's thoughts drifted, "I haven't seen any Genshin Impact or Honkai Impact members here. Is the message not yet delivered?"

Given Borsalino's speed, it shouldn't be like this...

In other words... either something is stopping Borsalino, or something is stopping the contestants.

"Since I happen to have some free time now, I'll investigate it myself!"

As he spoke, Fang Rui glanced at a certain spot in the arena, "We can bring Kuina along..."

Having made his decision, Fang Rui began to plan his next steps after heading to Teyvat. One was to inquire with Zhong Li and the others about their participation in the competition. The other was to check if any incidents had occurred.

According to the information Fang Rui had, quite a lot had happened in Teyvat.

This time... I'm likely to run into some trouble.

For example, the giant abyss of layered rocks, and the palace beneath the abyss.

Some time later, after Sasuke successfully registered, he came here to find Naruto, talked with Fang Rui for a while, and then the two said goodbye and left.

The unfamiliar world was very attractive to the two of them.

Fang Rui didn't continue to chat with acquaintances. Kuina had finished catching up with old friends, and the other two players didn't seem interested in traveling together, which didn't bother Kuina.

After all, they were strangers meeting for the first time. There was a slight advantage from being from the same hometown, but not much.

"So, are you planning to travel now, or wait until the event is over and then come with me?"

"After the event," Kuina looked up at Fang Rui, "you sounded like you had something to tell me."

"Indeed, before the competition starts, are you interested in traveling? To an interesting world... no, three!"

"I have no problem." Quina indicated that she had no problem. After learning that there were other players in Riad, she did want to find them as soon as possible, but some things are better left undone by being anxious.

Therefore, she was very relaxed, not in a hurry, and even had the leisure to do other things.

"Alright, let's set off then!"

After saying that, Fang Rui and Kui Na left, leaving Fang Rui's clone alone to handle the affairs.

Upon arriving in Teyvat, Fang Rui found himself in Guyun Pavilion, which had been developed and was now a trading center where merchants from Sumeru, Liyue, Inazuma, and Mondstadt traded.

Furthermore, various countries have embassies here, responsible for handling related matters.

Therefore, the once quiet and deserted Lonely Cloud Pavilion has now become very lively.

Considering that a group of demons were being suppressed beneath the Lonely Cloud Pavilion, Zhongli and the others negotiated with those demons to avoid any problems.

The oppressive presence of the four rulers and guardians of justice simultaneously intimidated the defeated demons, leaving them utterly speechless.

After friendly negotiations, some demons, witnessed by the guardians of heavenly justice, signed contracts with Zhongli, becoming bodyguards for the Guyun Pavilion trading center and thus freeing themselves from the seal.

As for the demons who refused to sign the contract, Zhongli did not release them, but instead, with the help of the maintainers of heavenly justice, changed the location of the seal.

The new seal location was not on land, but in the ocean. Zhongli smashed an island out with several rock spears, Lei Ying created a thunderstorm to seal off the island, and Wendy summoned a gale to seal off the island, causing fog and waves that affected shipping routes.

The Keeper of Heaven's Law didn't add any concealment measures; she simply left a crystal on the island so that she could detect if a demon god broke the seal.

"How prosperous!" Kuina exclaimed, looking at the island bustling with people, and said sincerely.

"It is indeed more prosperous than the capital of Philkelon."

After all, it's a trade center; it would be terrible if it weren't prosperous.

"Come with me." Fang Rui had no intention of explaining in detail and led Kuina directly to the Liyue embassy.

After all, Guyun Pavilion is an island belonging to Liyue. It would be more convenient to find Qixing if we were on Liyue's territory.

The people in charge of the Liyue embassy were from Liyue's logistics department. These people had never met Fang Rui before, so Fang Rui's search for help was somewhat bumpy and not very smooth...

Unable to obtain the information he sought, he decided to visit the individuals directly, since most of the people he was looking for were not inclined to wander around.

Since we're in Liyue, let's find Zhongli first...

Zhongli resides in the Hall of Rebirth, but he spends most of his time wandering around Liyue. To find him, you can check a few locations...

"First, go to Wanmintang."

Calculating the time, it was exactly lunchtime, so I decided to find Zhongli and grab some lunch at the same time.

The two arrived at Liyue Harbor on a public sailboat arranged by the Liyue Septim between Liyue Harbor and Guyun Pavilion.

"Oh! The quaint, old-fashioned streets..."

Kuina looked around Liyue Harbor with a hint of surprise in her eyes, lost in thought.

"Huh? Fang Rui, what are you doing here?!"

Suddenly, a familiar voice came from the side. Fang Rui stopped and looked in the direction from which the voice came, and saw Ke Qing with a surprised expression.

"Hey! Keqing, it's been a while!"

Fang Rui remained calm, raised his hand and waved gently as a greeting.

"As for why I'm here? I travel all the time, so isn't it normal for me to come to Liyue Harbor?"

"That's true." Ke Qing nodded slightly, agreeing with what Fang Rui said.

Although she doesn't frequently travel to other worlds, Liyue's intelligence organization is always active in other worlds, gathering information about them.

Therefore, she knew Fang Rui's image in most people's minds: although he was very capable, he was keen on traveling or wandering around other worlds.

"By the way, do you know where Zhongli is?" Fang Rui changed the subject without any warning.

“Mr. Zhongli…” Ke Qing slowly shook her head, “I haven’t been paying attention to this matter, so I don’t know.”

"Is that so..." Fang Rui expressed his regret, then turned to ask about something else, "By the way, we're planning to have dinner at Wanmintang, do you want to come along?"

Chapter 619 Preparation before departure

"I have no reason to refuse."

After all, they were Fang Rui, and Ke Qing felt she should extend the hospitality of a host and entertain the two of them.

He did not refuse Fang Rui's request, but instead went with him.

When the two arrived at the Wanmin Hall, they witnessed a subtle scene. In Fang Rui's view, four deities were sitting around a dining table, their gazes not on the tabletop, but rather on each other, their expressions extremely serious.

In Keqing's eyes, Inazuma and Sumeru, the gods, and Zhongli, the guest of the Hall of Rebirth, and the bard of Mondstadt were staring intently at each other.

She tilted her head, not quite understanding how several people from such different backgrounds had come together.

"...How did you guys all end up together?" Fang Rui asked casually, seemingly oblivious to the subtle atmosphere among them.

Upon hearing Fang Rui's voice, the expressions of the group relaxed, and they all turned to look at Fang Rui.

"Hey buddy! Do you have any money with you?"

The sudden remark froze Fang Rui's expression.

Ke Qing, standing to the side, also had a subtle expression. Although she had heard of Zhong Li's unusual habits before, she really didn't expect them to be so outrageous.

'This is a guest!!!'

Ke Qing screamed inwardly, but said nothing on the surface. However, judging from her hesitant expression, she seemed to want to say something to make amends, but ultimately did not say it.

"After such a long time apart, the first thing you asked me was if I had any money. So, the second thing... you're not going to ask me to pay for the meal, are you?"

"Hey~" Wendy made a bluffing sound from the side, trying to get away with it.

Lei Yingdian remained silent, his expression unchanged.

Nasida, unlike the other three, didn't have the thick skin and smiled awkwardly.