Simulation: Starting from Under One Person

Every time a rich person causes trouble, one or more new laws are added to Liyue.

"The predecessors dig the pit, and the successors fall into it."

Fang Rui grumbled, then didn't pursue the matter further. "I just want to ask, with so many restrictions, what exactly is being traded at the trade center?"

“There are all kinds, and I’m worried about restrictions, but it’s not like they’re prohibited from being sold.”

Wendy said, "Back then, Fontaine's goods relied entirely on caravan transport, and the volume of shipments was relatively low. Now, in the trading center, the volume of shipments has increased several times over."

"That sounds impressive," Fang Rui chimed in. "So, is what you're talking about related to the information you provided?"

"Of course, among the goods for which increased trade is permitted are security equipment."

"Huh? Wasn't it supposed to be forbidden?"

"Because of you, after the project to explore another world was launched, combat strength became a matter of concern for those in the know. It is very troublesome to train a qualified warrior, but mechanical soldiers are easy to manufacture."

"Moreover, each country has its own technology that can modify Fontaine's machinery and equipment."

"Is that so..." Fang Rui raised an eyebrow slightly, but did not offer any comment.

Chapter 620 Entering the Abyss of Layered Rocks

Without continuing the discussion, Fang Rui, feeling it was getting a bit troublesome, changed the subject again.

"Getting back to the main topic, tell me why you suddenly brought up Fontaine Machinery!"

"Hehe! It's nothing really. I just wanted to tell you that if you're planning to explore the Layered Rock Abyss, it would be better to buy a few Fontaine security machines. They're useful for lighting, exploration, and protection."

"Since it's your suggestion, then I'll accept it!"

Upon hearing this, Fang Rui felt that Wendy hadn't given the full reason, but he didn't think it mattered, since Wendy had no reason to trick him...

Therefore, there must be areas in the Abyss of Layered Rocks where security equipment is needed.

Fontaine's security machinery is divided into several types: animal-shaped (commonly dog-shaped and fish-shaped), humanoid (further divided into melee and ranged attack types), and tool types...

This type is mechanical equipment used in mining, fishing, underwater engineering, etc., and its shapes are also quite strange.

If you're going to the Layered Rock Abyss, buy one dog-shaped machine, one humanoid machine, and a mining machine, since there are many rare ores in the Layered Rock Abyss.

Speaking of which, didn't Zhongli ever think about dealing with the situation in the Layered Rock Abyss?

Filling it with rock-elemental artifacts is better than leaving it there...

After all, if we stay somewhere, some people will disobey orders and sneak into the Layered Rock Abyss. If it were a safe area, it wouldn't be a problem if someone sneaked in, but the interior of the Layered Rock Abyss is quite dangerous.

Where can I buy it?

"Finding the Seven Stars of Liyue and bringing security equipment into Liyue will definitely require approval from the relevant departments."

"Alright! I'll talk to Keqing."

As he spoke, Fang Rui took out the Teyvat version of the communication device and began contacting Keqing.

Teyvat's communication equipment is jointly operated by the Anemo Archon, the Grass Archon, and the Geo Archon, covering the four kingdoms. However, Winterfell, Fontaine, and Nata have not yet agreed to an agreement for the deployment of the communication equipment.

“No problem, I’ll handle it.” Ke Qing replied quickly and assured that the goods would be available by evening.

Fontaine's security equipment is technologically advanced, but it is still no match for the Cloud-Borrowing Wind True Lord, who is well-versed in mechanical arts.

When the security equipment was first put on the shelves, it was bought by the interested Liu Yun Jie Feng Zhenjun and completely dismantled.

Afterwards, Gan Yu also sent the relevant improved drawings to Qunyu Pavilion.

The blueprints provided by True Lord Liuyun and Borrowing Wind were naturally quite impressive, but they were also very troublesome to manufacture. Therefore, Ningguang chose the lowest-grade blueprints.

In short, it looks like a Fontaine machine, but it's actually a Liyue machine.

On the other hand, Zhongli is handling the matter of contacting the Traveler and others. Zhongli has a way to remotely notify Xiao, while the Traveler... carries a communication device.

After acquiring communication equipment, the traveler created a group and invited most of his friends to join. He would also share what happened during his adventures in the group.

If she acquires a valuable item that is useless to her, she will take a picture and post it in the group to ask if any group members need it.

Therefore, contacting travelers is very simple.

By evening, everyone had arrived, and the equipment was being transported to the entrance of Wanmintang.

After the meal, the group set off for the Layered Rock Abyss. Although Zhongli and the others did not intend to enter the Layered Rock Abyss, they would stay on its outskirts to deal with any emergencies.

It refers to the outside, not the inside.

When problems arise inside the strata abyss, external stability is also reduced.

"It's so dark!" Fang Rui sighed softly as he looked around the pitch-black mining area after entering the Layered Rock Abyss.

"Why are there no lights? The pitch-black environment will affect mining, won't it?"

Kuina didn't quite understand. Was it really that difficult to install some lights in the mining area?

“They used to be installed, but after the problems occurred in the Layered Rock Abyss, all the workers were evacuated, so naturally no one maintained the miners' lamps, and they eventually broke down…”

"Now that the Stratolith Abyss has reopened, it's normal that the lighting hasn't been restored yet, as the staff have only been stationed there for a short time."

"Won't this affect your work?" Quina asked.

"No, there is a special mineral in the Layered Rock Abyss called Lumenite, which can glow in dark areas. Staff members who enter the Layered Rock Abyss will carry a few Lumenite crystals with them."

As Ye Lan spoke, she pointed to the workbench behind them. This was the vanguard camp set up by the General Affairs Department. All staff members set off from here and would return here to report any findings.

'It sounds a bit like a flashlight,' Quina thought to herself.

Fang Rui didn't dwell on it too much. He inserted a lumen crystal into the modified security machine. After seeing the light converge and illuminate in a way similar to a flashlight, he called everyone to set off.

The security equipment scouted ahead, while the rest of the people followed behind, chatting about something along the way.

"I've been adventuring in Inazuma recently, and it seems a bit chaotic there."

Ying shared her opinion: although Raiden had returned to power, restoring Inazuma's livelihood would not be so simple, especially since Inazuma's actions in previous years had severely damaged his reputation.

If it weren't for being a trade center, Inazuma's recovery would have been much slower.

"...The Thunderbird's nest is in the sky, a pile of rubble surrounded by dark clouds, filled with electrical charges. Entering it gives you a tingling sensation."

As she spoke, Ying began rubbing her arms, a sensation that left a very deep impression on her.

"Thunderbird?" Fang Rui thought of the story of the Thunderbird, and it was another knife in his heart.

He didn't mean to give away any spoilers, so let Ying discover it little by little!

"You must be talking about Lei Yin Quan Xian!"

"Is it called Lei Yin Quan Xian? What a majestic name!" Paimon exclaimed in surprise.

"After all, it is a creation of a demon god's resentment, so it is normal for it to have a majestic name."

Upon hearing this, Ying raised an eyebrow slightly. Grasping the key point in the sentence, she asked, "You mean the Demon God?"

“That’s right, they are demon gods.” Fang Rui explained, “There are many demon gods in every region. Some are hostile, some are allied, and some live in peace.”

"The demons of Inazuma have not formed an alliance; they are merely at peace with each other."

"The Thunderbird I'm talking about is the demon god who used to live in Crane Gate, the demon god whose flight was accompanied by thunderous sounds."

"I see." Hearing Fang Rui's explanation, everyone nodded slightly to show their understanding.

"Since everything is peaceful, how did the Thunderbird transform into the Thunder Sound Manifestation?"

Ying focused on the key point again and asked Fang Rui a question.

"Your question is very good."

Fang Rui first agreed, then changed the subject, saying, "You need to find the answer yourself; if I just tell you, it won't resonate with you."

'No, I don't need empathy. I just want the answer. Where do you find storytellers who only tell half the story?'

Ying thought to herself, judging from Fang Rui's appearance, there was no way he would tell her the rest of the story.

"All is well!" Ruo Tuo sighed with emotion. Back then, Liyue didn't have the "all is well" option, since Liyue was in a very good position, sandwiched between many countries.

Whether they are defeated and fleeing demons or demons attempting to contend with them, they are all quite common in Liyue.

Morax fought alone against numerous demons, earning his title as the God of War during this period.

Seeing that the others were interested, Fang Rui added a little more: "I don't know if it's Inazuma, but Sumeru was also a place where several demon gods lived peacefully together, but they later broke up..."

"I'm not entirely sure of the specific reasons, but I do know that Sumeru was relatively peaceful during the Demon God War."

"Hmm? Why..." Upon hearing this, Ye Lan was somewhat puzzled. She could glimpse the chaos of the Demon God era from some stories.

"Could the god of Mount Sumeru be very powerful?"

"Because the god of Mount Sumeru is predetermined."

Under everyone's watchful eyes, Fang Rui gave his answer, and everyone except Ruo Tuo showed expressions of shock.

Is the position of ruler determined internally?

"Don't make that face. It's mainly because the Grass God's identity is very special that the pre-selection situation occurred."

Fang Rui didn't elaborate on the World Tree, only giving a vague explanation. The others didn't press him further; instead, they seemed to be pondering something.

"Special status?" Recalling the recent news about the Sumeru Cult's imprisonment of gods, Ye Lan nodded with understanding. It was quite surprising that a god had fallen to such a state.

But considering what Fang Rui had said earlier, she suddenly felt it made a lot of sense.

"I know you're overthinking things. Although I don't know exactly what you're thinking, I'm sure you're definitely getting the wrong idea~"

Noticing the change in Ye Lan's expression, Fang Rui could guess that she was overthinking things, so he quickly interrupted her.

"Hmm? I guessed wrong?" Ye Lan was a little puzzled. How could I be wrong if I followed your line of thought?

Fang Rui understood this from Ye Lan's gaze and was speechless for a moment. He then added, "To be precise, the situation is a bit more complicated. Don't make wild guesses."

Considering that continuing to discuss the matter might cause misunderstandings, Fang Rui changed the subject.

"What do you know about the Abyss of Layered Rocks, Yelan?"

"I know relatively little. Some of the information comes from the records of the General Affairs Department, and some I discovered through exploration."

"The unusual activity in the Layered Rock Abyss is mainly due to the increase in the number of monsters and a strange kind of sludge."

Ye Lan explained the situation simply, "The reason why the Layered Rock Abyss was sealed off in the first place was because of the above situation. After the sealing off, the General Affairs Department has been paying close attention to the situation of the Layered Rock Abyss and has frequently sent people to investigate it."

"Of course, this only applies to the external areas; I'm in charge of the internal investigations."