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

This war between the demon gods was arguably the most intense since the outbreak of war in Liyue. The Chilong, allied with the three great demon gods, amassed an army of hundreds of thousands to attack Guili Village, attempting to shake the rule of the Geo Archon.

However, in battle, with the assistance of immortals and superior weaponry, the Thousand Rocks Clan, even though outnumbered by far fewer in number, could easily break through the enemy lines and annihilate the demons.

[On the contrary, in the battle between the demons and gods, although Zhongli was strong, neither the God of Dust nor the God of the Kitchen were skilled in combat, and the battle ultimately ended in a pyrrhic victory for Guiliji.]

The Chilong was sealed away, the Divine Ape and the Fire Phoenix were slain, the Black Qilin fled the outer sea, and the Dust God Guizhong exhausted his power and fell into a deep sleep. Guili Town was thrown into chaos by war and was no longer as prosperous as before.

Even worse, the power of the fallen demon god polluted the land, posing a great threat to the survival of Guili Village. Fertile fields were destroyed, the land was contaminated, and the weather became harsh... all these factors plunged the people of Guili Village into misery.

"Gui Li Ji is ruined."

Licheng.

When Su Chen received the message, the battle was already raging.

Even if he rushed over there, it would be too late.

Clearly, Chilong took advantage of the gap in Licheng's attack on Yancheng, and chose to attack Guiliji when he was unable to provide support. Moreover, he gathered so many people, which clearly indicated that he was planning to gamble everything.

They won; the kingdom of Liyue has changed hands.

If you lose, you lose.

“Human Emperor, we should support Guili Town,” Shi Xian suggested. “As long as Morax is still alive, his rule will not fall. You are his ally, so you should lend a helping hand.”

Su Chen nodded: "Old Shi, have someone prepare the supplies. I'm going to Guili Market."

When you arrive at Guili Town with supplies, the scene before you is completely different from your last visit. Seeing the remnants of the demon god ravaging the people of Guili Town, you can't help but lament the impermanence of life. Even someone as powerful as Morax couldn't protect his people. What will become of Li City?

You hesitated for a moment, but quickly reaffirmed your resolve. Morax was powerful, but you were no less so. In this chaotic world, the only way was to fight on. Only by pacifying this world as soon as possible could you find a glimmer of hope for your people.

Morax expressed his gratitude for your arrival and informed you of his intention to relocate Guili Village.

[To your surprise, Morax did not intend to relocate the people of Guiliji to the port east of Tianheng Mountain, but instead planned to move them to Licheng and integrate them into the city.]

"I participated in the Demon God War to protect those weak mortals. After this battle, Guili Town was severely damaged, and the land of Liyue is also under threat. I have thought it over and over again, so why not take this opportunity to hand over humanity to you?"

In fact, Zhongli had secretly visited Licheng and witnessed its prosperity.

In terms of prosperity, it naturally cannot compare to Guiliji.

However, it should be understood that the construction of Guiliji was not solely due to human power. Regardless of others, Guizhong alone devoted a great deal of effort to this endeavor.

Ultimately, they love their loved ones, believing that tiny beings are capable of creating miracles.

However, before witnessing the prosperity of Li City, Zhongli did not believe that humanity could continue its civilization and develop its city-state on its own.

Now that I think about it carefully, isn't Su Chen's appearance and the growth of Li City exactly what Gui Zhong called the 'miracle'?

So he decided that he might as well take this opportunity to hand over the future of humanity to their own hands.

Now that the people are no longer suffering, there is naturally no need for him to continue fighting.

Moreover, after the previous battle, there is almost nothing left in Liyue that can threaten Licheng.

Su Chen didn't rush to answer, but instead asked, "What about Gui Zhong?"

“She…” Zhongli’s eyes flickered slightly, “exhausted of her power, she sleeps in the palace, where her favorite glass lilies are. She must not be lonely.”

Her favorite thing probably isn't the glass lily... Su Chen thought to himself. Even though he hadn't spent much time with Gui Zhong, he could still see the affection the latter had for Zhong Li in her eyes.

Unexpectedly, fate dealt the old man another heavy blow, just when he thought his arrival would change the outcome.

Fortunately, Gui was merely asleep rather than perishing.

As for when he will wake up, even Zhongli cannot confirm that.

“I don’t know how long I can protect the people of Licheng,” Su Chen suddenly said.

The simulation will eventually come to an end. How long can this human emperor live?

Looking at him, Zhongli paused for a moment, then nodded slightly.

She said quite naturally, "If you fall, I will support Liyue."

He said it casually.

Su Chen laughed, raised his glass and said, "The power of rocks is reassuring."

Zhong Li rarely showed a strange expression. He glanced at Su Chen but didn't say anything.

In the eighteenth year of the Xuanyuan calendar, King Morax of Rock announced the relocation of Guili Village to Li City, with the people of Guili Village now under the rule of Emperor Xuanyuan.

The news shocked everyone in Guili Town, including the immortals, who thought Morax was disheartened by the matter of the God of Dust. However, after a conversation, Morax successfully persuaded the immortals.

Although the people of Guili Village were puzzled, they naturally dared not disobey the King of Rock's order.

However, more than their doubts, the people of Guiliji were worried that the Rock King would no longer protect them. Although they had long heard of the Human Emperor, Morax's power was deeply ingrained in their hearts and was the unwavering supreme faith in their hearts.

With the Rock King gone, can the Human Emperor truly protect them?

In the nineteenth year of the Xuanyuan calendar, the entire city of Guili was relocated, and the once prosperous capital was reduced to ruins overnight.

[You followed the migrating army eastward, encountering natural disasters such as flash floods and storms, and harassed by countless demons. Even the immortals, with all their might, could not protect everyone. At that time, the Demon God of the Hearth merged his power into the earth to resist the disasters and help his people travel eastward. However, his divine nature was greatly diminished, and he had to bid farewell to the immortals and fall into a deep slumber.]

[Having witnessed all of this, you suddenly realize that an emperor should be benevolent and righteous, and care for all living beings. The Kitchen God loves his people and merges with the earth to nourish them. But what about the Human Emperor?]

That night, you sit where the Kitchen God departed, feeling his lingering will.

[Three days have passed since I sat there.]

"How long is the Rock King going to sit here?"

Seeing that Su Chen showed no signs of waking up, True Monarch Liuyun Jiefeng couldn't help but ask.

The people are still migrating, and there are countless dangers along the way. Staying here for three days now is not a wise move.

If Zhongli hadn't stopped them, the immortals would have been tempted to wake Su Chen.

"This seems to be a very mysterious Taoist method."

Zhongli pondered for a moment, but still did not forcefully wake Su Chen.

Two days later, a strong wind suddenly swept in from the south, and then the sky and earth darkened into one color. Amidst lightning and thunder, it seemed as if a giant beast was riding the wind and waves.

At that moment, a cry like that of a whale resounded through the heavens and the earth, making the people of Guiliji dizzy and disoriented. They all looked over and were stunned by the overwhelming tsunami.

"The Demon God is attacking!!"

That enormous black shadow had the power to swallow the heavens and the earth; what else could it be but a demon god?

Zhongli frowned slightly.

The opponent came from the sea, leading countless sea monsters. Judging from their imposing presence, they were clearly well-prepared.

Just as Zhongli was about to make a move, he heard a gentle voice coming from behind him.

"I will go and slay the Rock King later."

Having woken up at some unknown time, Su Chen looked up at the apocalyptic scene and said calmly.

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Chapter 46: A Sudden Enlightenment Leads to Godhood, Eight Dragons Slayed, Liyue Harbor Established! [7k!]

"The demon god is coming! The demon god is coming!!"

The generals of the Thousand Rock Regiment roared with great enthusiasm.

Soon the soldiers were lined up in battle formation and assumed a fighting stance.

Over time, they had become accustomed to these sudden attacks.

At this moment, facing the towering waves and the countless sea monsters surging out from beneath them, the members of the Thousand Rocks Clan did not hesitate at all.

The mission that the Rock King gave them was to resist demons and protect his people!

"Thousands of rocks are solid, and the mountains will never move!"

dong dong dong.

One by one, the square formations marched forward, blocking the path of the people.

The immortals displayed their unique abilities, their faces solemn, awaiting the start of the battle.

Suddenly, a figure appeared in front of everyone.

One man, one sword.

Bathed in golden light, it exudes a regal aura.

"The Yellow Emperor?"

Emperor Xuanyuan.

The people of Guiliji were either surprised, curious, or uneasy.

Although some people have heard of the Human Emperor's feat of slaying the demon god, rumors are just rumors. Without witnessing it firsthand, it is hard to imagine that such a powerful human could appear in this era of rampant demons.

The prevailing mindset of the supremacy of gods and demons is correct most of the time.

But sometimes, that's not necessarily true.

Su Chen raised his head, his gaze calmly fixed on the colossal beast riding the waves.

"These are the Eight Dragons."

Zhongli's voice rang in his ears.

The Eight Dragons are actually extremely powerful magical beasts. Having entrenched themselves in the sea for many years, they have become local overlords, and even Oser can't do anything about them.

However, Ba Qiu's strength was still somewhat inferior to that of Ao Sai'er, which led to Ao Sai'er gradually encroaching on their territory over the years.

"They've certainly got a good plan."

Su Chen smiled calmly.

The Eight Dragons are in a precarious situation; if they continue, they will either be devoured by Oser or forced to flee Liyue.

Otherwise, the only option is to take a gamble, flood Qiongji Wilderness, and expand our territory.

The greatest threat on land is naturally the Guili Group led by Morax.

However, the entire city of Guiliji is now being relocated, and the journey has been fraught with disasters, resulting in countless deaths and injuries, leaving the city severely weakened.

In addition, Zhongli must have been seriously injured after fighting against Chilong and other demon gods.