Genshin Impact, all those behind-the-scenes big shots are me

"Nonsense, didn't Dawn Winery eat their fill this time?"

Diluc remained noncommittal.

He knew that Su Chen must have been behind the Knights' recent series of actions.

Otherwise, given his understanding of the zither, the latter would not have been able to make those decisions.

Of course, Diluc didn't think there was anything wrong with that.

Rather than dragging it out and being forced to resolve it, it's better to make a decisive decision sooner rather than later, which can save you from unnecessary trouble in the middle.

This is probably why he and Su Chen were able to become friends inexplicably.

As for the Knights of Favonius, Diluc had already lost faith in them years ago.

He then glanced at Wendy.

The latter shuddered and chuckled awkwardly, "Grandpa Diluc."

"I have said this many times: our store does not sell alcohol to minors."

"But I'm really an adult!"

Diluc sighed, walked back to the counter, said a few words, and the bartender gave him a drink.

"This is coffee soda, which has been specially prepared and also has a hint of fruit wine flavor."

Wendy took it with some skepticism, took a sip, and found it surprisingly good.

Although I still didn't get to drink any alcohol, this trip was still worthwhile. Since it was free, I figured I might as well drink it.

Huh? You're saying he wasn't there just now, so it doesn't count?

You're young now, aren't you? The Wind God is everywhere; wherever there's wind, he's there!

“Wendy.” At this moment, Su Chen said with a smile, “It’s perfect that you’re here. This traveler wants to see the Wind God. Didn’t you say that you’ve traveled all over the world and are very knowledgeable? Last time you even said that there was nothing you couldn’t do in Mondstadt. I suppose seeing the Wind God is no big deal for you, right?”

Wendy: "Hmm, ah, ah?"

Yura raised her head.

Ying turned her head away.

Diluc raised an eyebrow.

Amber looked on in surprise.

Wendy paused for a moment, then blinked: "Hehe~"

"What does 'heh heh' mean? Are you even good at busking?" Paimon asked, hands on his hips.

"The wind is quite noisy today!"

"You see, street performers definitely can't do that."

"Hmph~ It's just meeting the Wind God, right? Leave it to me!" Wendy chuckled. "But before that, there's something I need everyone's help with..."

...

at the same time.

Inside the Goethe Hotel.

"Madam, the matter you instructed us to investigate has been clarified."

One of the fools handed the documents to the woman.

The latter picked it up and flipped through it.

It records what happened after Su Chen appeared in Mondstadt, with a special focus on his performance as the Grand Master's assistant after joining the Knights of Favonius.

The Fatui member bowed his head and said, "According to our investigation, Su Chen appeared in Mondstadt four months ago. His origins and identity are untraceable. He claims to be from Liyue, but his scholarship is astonishing, even comparable to the high-ranking scholars of the Order of the Lich King. Besides that..."

The woman waved her hand and said calmly, "There's no need to talk about that. Tell me about his time in the Knights." She added at the end, "His relationship with that Commander Qin."

The subordinate was somewhat puzzled, but still did as the lady asked.

"...It is understood that he joined the Knights three months ago. He usually serves as the captain's assistant and handles some trivial matters. However, according to our inquiries, Su Chen has a very high status in the Knights and is deeply trusted by Captain Qin. He is not at all like a newcomer who has only joined the Knights three months ago."

“Su Chen seems to be involved in all the major and minor decisions within the Knights Order right now. In addition, his relationship with the librarian Lisa is quite unusual. It is said that Lisa supports almost every decision Su Chen makes, which is very puzzling, because based on our understanding of Lisa, this woman is very vigilant and cunning, and would never easily trust others.”

After speaking, the subordinate hesitated and said, "Madam, if you want to start with Su Chen and further infiltrate the Knights, that would be a good choice. However, Su Chen is a very unpredictable person; bribing him with benefits is unlikely to work, but coercion by force is more likely..."

Before he could finish speaking, the man felt as if the air around him had dropped to freezing point.

She quickly shut her mouth.

The woman said coldly, "Remember this: if anyone dares to lay a hand on him in the future, don't blame me for being impolite!"

"Yes Yes."

"Go down."

After her subordinates left, the woman stared blankly at the documents.

She certainly didn't doubt Su Chen's intentions.

However, after reuniting with Su Chen, almost everything the latter did was to pave the way for Qin, which puzzled the lady and even made her somewhat...jealous.

In her opinion, no one in Mondstadt was more suitable to be the leader than Su Chen.

With Su Chen's abilities, plus Di Huo and her help, it wouldn't be difficult for him to take over the position of leader.

But Su Chen was willing to be a small assistant.

"Russtan...do you like that woman?"

The woman lowered her head, looking somewhat forlorn.

Yes, compared to that dazzling Qin ensemble leader, she was nothing more than a fire butterfly struggling to survive in the fading wind, burning for hundreds of years, and now she hardly even recognizes herself anymore.

The woman quickly reaffirmed her gaze.

"Jean... foolish woman, but Rustan will help you. Mond, then protect her one last time."

Even after the fire has burned out, the butterfly can still emit a final burst of light.

The woman made a decision.

From this day forward, she will dedicate every remaining minute and second to Su Chen.

...

the next day.

Su Chen arrived at the Knights' Order for work as usual.

His task of introducing Wendy to Ying as an intermediary is complete; now all that's left is for the latter to handle Dvalin's matter.

Although he really wanted to comfort his old friend, in the end, he and Dvalin were only 'old' and not true 'friends'. If Ying hadn't come, he might have tried.

Good morning, Mr. Su Chen.

A passing knight greeted Su Chen.

"Ah, Mr. Su Chen, hello."

The silver-haired girl was dressed in a maid outfit, with silver armor on her arms and knees. Her delicate face showed a mixture of tension and excitement.

Su Chen smiled and said, "Noelle, good morning. I have a great day."

"Because...because Commander Qin agreed to let me join the Knights, even if it's just as a trainee knight, I will definitely do my best!"

Becoming a full-fledged knight has always been Noelle's goal, but unfortunately, she has been working as a maid in the knight order for so long.

However, upon arriving at the Knights' headquarters this morning, she was summoned to Jean's office by a knight who informed her of her transfer to apprentice knight status and that, based on her performance over the next month, they would consider granting her the title of full knight.

This is undoubtedly fantastic news for Noelle.

"By the way, Mr. Su Chen, I must thank you for your help."

Noelle then bowed to Su Chen.

Although Su Chen has been with the Knights for less time than she has.

Su Chen's abilities are obvious to all. Noelle has always admired Su Chen and even thought about how to become as outstanding as him. In addition, Su Chen once mentioned to Jean that he would help her become a knight, which made Noelle feel grateful.

Su Chen chuckled: "This is what you deserve... Congratulations, Noelle. Now it's time to work like a knight."

"Um... Mr. Su Chen, I have to go now."

"Okay, don't overwork yourself."

"Got it~"

Watching Noelle's figure disappear into the distance, Su Chen smiled slightly.

In his opinion, Noelle's abilities were more than enough to qualify her as a Knight of Favonius, but Jean always felt that she was too kind and didn't know how to say no (aren't you the same?), and worried that Noelle would be taken advantage of if she officially became a knight.

Su Chen had suggested that even if Noelle didn't become a knight, she would still be ordered around by others.

With nothing to do, she can only be bossed around, right?

Instead of doing that, let's make her a knight and give her tasks to do.

People always have to grow up and learn to face and refuse.

Perhaps considering the recent manpower shortage, I didn't expect Qin to make such a decision.

I spent half a day slacking off, lost in thought.

Around noon, a member of the Fools came over and invited Su Chen to the Goethe Hotel.

Because of her previous agreement with the Fools, Qin knew why the lady wanted to see Su Chen, even though the two had met before.

"Do you want me to come with you?" Qin was a little worried. What if the lady went crazy and the answer she got couldn't resolve her inner conflict, and she wanted to kill Su Chen?

This kind of thing must never be allowed to happen!

Su Chen smiled and said, "Don't worry, it's fine."

"All right..."

Qin opened her mouth, then hesitated.

"Anything else?"

"There is one..."