Genshin Impact: Ningguang is still a pitiful little thing, I invested in her.

Only Old Master Zhongli's attire remained unchanged.

In Zhongli's words, he felt that his current retro outfit was fine and there was no need to change it.

"Brother Fang Xun, what is retro clothing?" Ayaka Kamisato tugged at Fang Xun's hand and asked quietly.

Fang Xun glanced at Zhong Li and replied, "Oh, it's just wearing last year's clothes this year."

"Oh, I see!"

Ayaka Kamisato suddenly realized.

She suddenly felt sorry for this guest of the Rebirth Hall named Zhongli, as she had heard that he was often penniless.

Happy New Year, little girls!

Wishing you a happy, peaceful, and joyful new year!

At this moment, Gui Zhong squatted down and handed out New Year's money to each of the little cuties.

"Thank you, Auntie! I wish everyone a peaceful and joyful new year!"

The little girls obediently offered their blessings, then eagerly opened their New Year's money.

Looking at the Jueyun Jiaojiao in the red envelope, the little girl slowly typed a greeting.

Gui Zhong said somewhat embarrassedly, "We originally planned to pick some Jueyun peppers to exchange for Mora, but we haven't met any customers these past few days, so..."

Zhong Li added, "From a generally rational perspective, eating chili peppers in winter is good for your health."

"If you don't like it, you can hang it in the house as a decoration to add a touch of festivity."

"Oh, it seems everyone is very creative! How come I didn't think of using bright red Jueyun peppers as New Year's money?"

Wendy blinked and let out a sigh.

"The great poet is not bad either; he can collect coupons from various shops. This kind of patience is not something ordinary people possess."

Zhongli was calm and unhurried.

"Hehe, Elder Zhongli is very knowledgeable. I still have a lot to learn from Elder Zhongli."

"Not at all, the great poet is too modest."

The two exchanged cryptic remarks, their words carrying hidden meanings.

"It's really lively here. It seems we've arrived at the perfect time."

At this moment, the voice of True Lord Liuyun Borrowing the Wind slowly rang out.

Behind her were other immortals, including the Great Sage Xiao who subdued demons and Granny Ping, the True Lord of Songchenlang City.

Everyone came at Fang Xun's invitation.

"Yes, it's that woman!"

Looking at the Cloud-Borrowing True Lord at the door, Paimon said with a look of surprise.

Given Liuyun Jiefeng Zhenjun's proud and aloof nature, I thought she wasn't coming today.

Lord Liuyun Jiefeng snorted in displeasure: "How dare you! Which woman?"

Paimon immediately shut his mouth and hid behind Ying.

It seems that True Lord Liuyun Borrows the Wind does not like being called 'that woman'.

What should we call her?

A fairy bird?

"Oh dear, it seems we're the last guests to arrive. Sorry to keep you waiting, everyone!"

At this moment, Hu Tao arrived late, pulling Old Master Hu along with her.

Old Mr. Hu is getting on in years and has become a bit overweight.

Little Walnut dragged the old man along, running all the way over; it was really difficult for the old man.

"It is my great honor to be able to celebrate this festive occasion with you all and the immortals."

Grandpa Hu bowed slightly, speaking naturally and politely.

"If you don't mind, let's move to the Wangsheng Hall for tea after the meal."

After he finished speaking, the immortals exchanged glances. They all knew that Zhongli served as a guest elder in the Hall of Rebirth, but they didn't know what his working environment was like.

It wouldn't be bad to go and see the Emperor's daily life.

"I have nothing to do tonight, what about you?"

Liu Yun Jie Feng Zhenjun looked at the other immortals.

"Since I'm just killing time anyway, it might be nice to join in the fun."

"Speaking of which, it's been a long time since I've had tea. The last time was a hundred years ago..."

With a kind smile, Grandma Ping said, "Master Hu, I'm sorry to have troubled you tonight."

"What are you saying?"

Old Master Hu waved his hand.

"Our guest Zhongli is quite skilled in brewing tea. The tea he brews is fragrant and has a lingering aftertaste."

"Further words are unnecessary. I will ask Guest Elder Zhongli to brew a pot of fine tea for everyone when the time comes."

Who will make the tea?

Zhongli Guest Minister?

The immortals were immediately unsettled.

They wouldn't dare ask the Emperor to make them tea.

"Well, I suddenly remembered that I still have some mechanisms to study, so I won't be going over tonight."

Liu Yun Jie Feng Zhenjun turned his head to look in another direction.

“I just remembered, I’m allergic to tea, so I stopped drinking tea a hundred years ago.”

Grandma Ping saw through it but didn't say anything: "Since everyone has things to do tonight, let's get together another day."

Grandpa Hu: ? ? ?

You just agreed to it, how come you suddenly changed your mind?

"Since everyone is here, please take your seats quickly, otherwise the food will get cold and won't taste good."

At this moment, Fang Xun called out to everyone.

The immortals cast approving glances at Fang Xun. The meal was served at the perfect time; if it had been any later, Master Hu might have noticed something amiss.

Soon, the group of people took their seats.

Because there were too many people tonight, Fang Xun specially prepared several tables.

The young girls sat at one table, the immortals sat at another table, and everyone else sat at yet another table.

As they were exchanging toasts, the sound of fireworks crackling and popping erupted outside the door.

Immediately afterwards, one by one, bright lanterns floated past the window, slowly drifting into the night sky.

One or two lights lined up, and as far as the eye could see, Liyue Harbor was ablaze with lights, like a city that never sleeps.

"so beautiful..."

Yura lay motionless by the window, gazing at the scenery outside.

"Brother Fang Xun, I'm full. Can I go release the lanterns for the night?"

Yura's mind wasn't on eating anymore; she just wanted to set off the night lanterns.

"Qiqi... wants to set off fireworks too..."

"Ayaka wants to go out and play too!"

The girls are already tired of eating so much rich food these past few days.

They preferred going out to have fun rather than having a lavish dinner.

"Okay, let's go out and take a look."

Fang Xun couldn't refuse the girls' demands, so he could only nod in agreement.

With Gan Yu in charge, he wasn't worried that the dinner party would go wrong.

Soon, lanterns flew into the sky, each one inscribed with the little girls' various New Year wishes.

Ningguang: Wishing everyone a happy and fulfilling new year!

Beidou: Wishing everyone good health and peace!

Qiqi: Everyone... please take good care of yourselves...

Shen He: May everything go well for you, and may you achieve immediate success!

Linghua: Let's celebrate together every year on this night!

Keqing: Happy New Year! Wishing you great fortune and prosperity!

Yura: May there be much joy and peace in Chang'an!

Saluo: May your future be bright and may you be free from illness and disaster!

Walnut: May all your desires be fulfilled and may your path be smooth!

May you have abundant blessings and smooth sailing every year, and may you enjoy peace and health every day!

"Brother Fang Xun, let's go set off fireworks!"

Hu Tao tugged at Fang Xun's arm, her lively twin ponytails bobbing up and down.

"Okay, then you all need to be careful and make sure you don't get hurt. Also, don't throw fireworks around, okay?"

As Fang Xun spoke, he lit fireworks.

The firework he casually tossed aside unexpectedly landed right next to Taro-maru's iron rice bowl.

With a loud bang, the rice bowl flew straight into the air.