Genshin Impact, starting from becoming the God of the Ocean

After a while, True Monarch Liuyun moved as if she was about to speak, so everyone looked at her.

But all they saw was the birdman preening his wings and asking, "Where is the Great Sage Who Subdues Demons?"

Shaving the moon, controlling the water: "..."

Zhongli was silent for a moment before replying, "He has something to attend to and cannot come for the time being."

In fact, Xiao was asked by Ningguang to keep watch over Guyun Pavilion. After all, everyone knew that Bache would appear, so naturally they had to keep a close eye on all the movements of Guyun Pavilion.

With the Sea Fog forces and Xiao, they should be able to handle most situations.

If something unexpected happens, there's still Kyogre.

Considering the other aspects of the summoning ceremony, this is basically all the preparations Ningguang can offer.

If 389 really doesn't work, then the only option left is to go into battle using the Jade Pavilion.

After Zhong Li finished speaking, Liu Yun Zhenjun nodded, seemingly only wanting to ask a question.

“Liu Yun,” Zhong Li said, “tell me what you have to say.”

"say what?"

"Given the current situation in Liyue, what are your thoughts on Liyue?"

"I don't really have any opinion. The world is in turmoil, as always. Immortals have their affairs, and humans have theirs. For thousands of years, everyone has followed the covenant and continued the prosperity of Liyue."

Both Kyogetsu and Rikazuchi agreed wholeheartedly.

“That’s true,” said Xiaoyue. “The scenery of the mortal world remains unchanged for thousands of years. Even if people change, Liyue is still Liyue, no different from the Liyue we made a contract with to protect.”

In reality, as long as the Geo Archon is still alive and the spirit of the contract remains unchanged, Liyue will not change.

Of course, this unchanging nature is more like an eternal shell, maintaining the scene presented on the surface of Liyue.

The immortals made a pact with the emperor, but what they were actually protecting was this aspect.

The immortals protect the land of Liyue. Of the creatures living on this land, only a few immortals befriend humans out of personal preference and are interested in human affairs.

For example, a certain inventor might say he doesn't like it and won't go there, but secretly he often learns about humanity and is familiar with things in the world.

If discovered by others, use "checking on the apprentice" as an excuse.

If you forcefully expose her, you'll likely get shot.

"Is that so..."

Zhongli nodded slightly.

"Your Majesty, is there something amiss?"

"There's nothing wrong with that, but recently I've been traveling around the world and seeing all the splendor of humanity. Sometimes I think that Liyue is completely different now compared to a thousand years ago."

"A thousand years have passed, and the changes in the world are unimaginable. If you have the time, you might as well go and see what Liyue Harbor is like now?"

Xiaoyue was somewhat surprised. Why did the Emperor suddenly seem to have a sense of感慨 about the vastness of the world?

Could it be that the Emperor, during his eastern journey, felt lonely and wanted to find a companion?

If it were someone else who said it, they would generally be unwilling.

For immortals, the mortal world is too chaotic and restless.

But since the Emperor has said so, I'll take a look when I have time.

The three of them generally shared this idea, but they were unaware that Zhongli's so-called "seeing" was not about seeing the scenery of Liyue Harbor, but rather about seeing the people there and the changes that had taken place over the millennia.

Humans propelled the nation forward, leaving immortals and gods behind. Nowadays, the immortals' thinking is somewhat outdated.

However, Zhongli didn't point it out. Some things can only be understood through personal experience. He was giving a reminder now, planting a seed so that perhaps when the immortals truly stepped down, they would carefully reflect on it and understand his meaning.

"There's one more thing."

After a brief silence, Zhongli looked at the three immortals.

"There will be one more person in the Liyue Celestials' ranks."

...

Thus, Su Zhe was naturally unaware that Zhong Li had already consulted with the immortals about his affairs beforehand.

An outsider, yet powerful and with a sense of belonging, Su Zhe, as Zhong Li sees him, is just missing a legitimate title.

That's why he personally brought along the Three-Eyed Five-Manifestation Immortal. Xiao should have come too, but he was just too busy.

In fact, Zhong Li even considered confronting Su Zhe directly and telling him that he was no longer pretending and that he was the Rock King Emperor.

But then I thought, since I'm retiring, I should at least maintain a human identity, and Zhongli is pretty good, so it's better to keep pretending.

Most importantly, it will make it easier to get along with people in the future, so that they won't have to worry about it.

Well, it's not for the convenience of getting a free meal.

At this moment.

Su Zhe raised his head, feeling vaguely as if he were asleep, yet also as if he wasn't.

"Were you dreaming?"

Wait a minute, this is both a dragon and a bird.

Although he was a demon god, this was the first time he had encountered something like this.

The Rock King Emperor suddenly appeared in his dream, leaving him completely bewildered.

My Lord, didn't we agree to test the people of Liyue together?

"Su Zhe, are you willing to accept an immortal title and become an immortal of Liyue?"

Seeing that he didn't react, Zhongli asked again.

As for the three True Lord Liuyun, their eyes had already widened in surprise.

Because they discovered that Su Zhe was a little different; his 'vitality' was too surging, or to put it more professionally, his combat power was as high as 100,000.

They were immortals after all, so they could naturally see that Su Zhe was extraordinary. Below the Demon God, everyone is a mortal. Now that they thought about it, it was no wonder that the Emperor had specially asked them to be witnesses.

As expected of the Emperor, he easily accomplished something they could never have imagined.

"You are... Morax?"

Su Zhe feigned doubt.

"Yes."

Why did you suddenly contact me?

Zhongli said gently, "You are a demon god with a special identity. In the future, when you live in Liyue, having this immortal title will prevent you from being harassed by others."

Su Zhe scratched his head: "But as long as you don't make things difficult for me, no one in Liyue will dare to make things difficult for me."

Zhong Li: "..."

"Besides, I'm now the head of the Liyue Mist, comparable to the head of the Eight Gates. I have power, and I don't need to work. Isn't that great?"

Zhong Li: "..."

Upon hearing this, Zhongli was speechless.

He lives a life detached from the world as a human, possesses a powerful status, doesn't have to work, and has money...

Upon closer reflection, he found himself somewhat envious of Su Zhe.

"Your Majesty, where did you find this demon god?"

"The Moon-Slicing True Lord asked in a low voice."

Zhongli thought for a while and then transmitted his voice: "Born from the sea, although he has not fully grown, his strength has already shown its brilliance. I have a good relationship with him, and we are friends despite our age difference."

The three were slightly taken aback.

A friendship that transcends age—how many years have we forgotten about it?

However, they also knew that if Su Zhe joined the immortal army, Liyue would become even more stable in the future.

But they seem a little unwilling.

An emperor is an emperor after all; when he approached Su Zhe, he had naturally already prepared his explanation.

"Since you dislike being bound by constraints, I will not sign a contract with you. Granting you the title of Immortal is to establish a connection between you and Liyue. If you wish to leave in the future, I will not stop you. But if you truly love the land of Liyue, you may lend a helping hand in times of crisis."

In fact, Zhongli had already thought it through.

He doesn't plan to use contracts to make any future immortals in Liyue protect the region.

This is actually the same thing that the neighboring Fengshen did.

Instead of using a mission as a pretext, it is about making the immortals genuinely consider themselves a part of Liyue and protect Liyue with their own will.

In this way, the immortals will naturally have a better understanding of the humans who are also protecting Liyue, and understand what they are thinking.

Moreover, in his view, Su Zhe was very suitable to succeed him in terms of character, status, and ability.

If he abdicates, the position of Geo Archon of Liyue cannot be left vacant.

Of course, this is still far from being realized.

The matter of succession cannot be rushed; it requires gradual cultivation.

Su Zhe was unaware of Zhong Li's thoughts, but he knew that the old man wanted to pave the way for Liyue's future development before his passing.

After all, he didn't have much time left.

It was quite a surprise. It seems that spending time with Zhongli these past few days and paying for her wasn't a waste of money.

Ningguang, thank you.

However, Su Zhe also had his own ideas.

At this moment, he raised his head and said, "Emperor Yan, I can accept the title of immortal, but only as 'Su Zhe,' as a human."

Zhong Li was puzzled: "What does this mean?"

Su Zhe didn't speak, but instead transformed into a forty-meter-tall behemoth.

Boom~~

As Kyogre's will manifested, endless seawater surged forth!