Genshin Impact's Sweet and Hard Free People

Xin Hui didn't plan to go to Qunyu Pavilion to disturb Ning Guang's affairs, but he also wanted to know Ning Guang's opinion on these dresses, and that he should give an explanation for the effort he had put in.

A short while later, the assistant returned with Ningguang's opinion.

He heard something like, "The dress is very beautifully made, I am very satisfied," which made Xinhui feel that all her previous efforts were worthwhile.

Several days later, the grand festival that everyone had been looking forward to—the Lantern Festival—was finally about to begin.

At this moment, Xinhui was finally able to put aside all his worries and come to the Lantern Festival venue.

In fact, the entire Liyue Harbor could be called the "venue" on this night.

Unlit lanterns hung everywhere, weaving a vast network in the air. Many people, dressed in new clothes, emerged from their homes and strolled joyfully through the streets.

The children were tempted by the shiny and bright candied hawthorns, and envious of the beautiful lanterns. Because they had put on new clothes, people's spirits seemed to have a new look.

Xinhui arrived at the dock, where a crowd had gathered. Before them, a huge floating stone floated in Liyue Harbor.

On that floating stone is the statue of the hero they worship—the True Lord of Yixiao Daotian.

The appearance of the True Lord of Yixiao Daotian is that of a divine deer with golden antlers and eyes. His body is covered with mysterious golden patterns, and his blue tail and light wings on his back give him a somewhat fantastical appearance.

Although it is a man-made sculpture, it is so lifelike that it can move.

As the noisy crowd in front quieted down, the statue of Yixiao Daotian Zhenjun on the Floating Life Stone began to rotate.

When it rotated to a certain angle, a flash of light appeared, and it seemed to come alive. Then, the deer's foot actually stepped into mid-air.

Yixiao Daotian Zhenjun began to run, and ripples spread across the air where he stepped. Then, he slightly raised his deer head and ran into the sky.

As Yi Xiaodao Tianzhenjun ran around Liyue Harbor, his passing brought with him a flurry of lights, creating a breathtaking spectacle as countless lights illuminated the area.

What a nice view!

Countless lanterns, both sky lanterns and ceremonial lanterns, carried people's wishes into the night sky, offering solace to the souls of heroes.

The crowd cheered, and the atmosphere grew increasingly lively. Xin Hui, being among them, was already immersed in this atmosphere.

Whether it's you and me, or Liyue, the heroes have probably already heard all our wishes for peace.

Finally, the statue of Yixiao Daotian Zhenjun transformed into a wisp of green light, soaring straight into the sky, followed by a stunning display of fireworks.

These lights of thousands of homes at night will surely become a scene that will be remembered for generations to come.

Today, the Liyue Seven Stars were also present.

The elite of Liyue society will walk through the crowd in formal attire, attracting a certain gaze.

【Orchid in Gauze】, 【Fluttering Rainbow Skirt】, and 【Starry Night in the Courtyard】—each of these three gowns took Xin Hui at least a day to make, and they made an unparalleled appearance at their first appearance.

Although Xinhui was far away from them, he could still see Ganyu and Keqing waving to him.

Immediately afterwards, the crowd completely surrounded their group, and their helplessness in the face of the Liyue people's adoration was quite amusing.

Seeing this, Xinhui felt relieved and went off to have some fun.

With nothing else to do, he bought a small lantern from a vendor, but somehow it almost got caught on someone's roof when he tried to fly it.

As we walked, we unexpectedly came to a stage.

The person performing opera up there is Yun Jin, the current head of the "Yunhan Society." A renowned opera singer from Liyue, she possesses both dramatic and vocal talents. Her style is unique, elegant and graceful, perfectly reflecting her personality.

Yun Jin has a sweet singing voice and a pretty appearance. She is known for her lively and emotional performances.

Despite her petite frame, the opera roles she portrayed were quite captivating.

Xin Hui decided to stop and watch for a while, but in an instant, he was captivated by Yun Jin's beautiful singing.

"The story of 'The Goddess Splits the Temple' should have ended here, but today I'll add another interesting element, to be sung by—you—all—listen—"

High art doesn't necessarily mean people won't recognize it.

There are kindred spirits and elegant verses.

Red Tassel Fluttering Sword Meteor

Directly pointing to the raging tide washing away the sea's turmoil

When the crane returned, it had no one to rely on in the vast world and departed alone.

Today we meet again, old friends and new acquaintances fill the hall, gathering together at this moment...

Chapter Twenty: Moving Forward for Them

Yun Jin's opera performance has finally come to an end, just as this joyous night will eventually become a memory of the past.

However, Xinhui did discover a familiar face on the stage – Zhongli, a guest elder of the Hall of Rebirth.

Zhongli sat upright in a long black robe, his orange-red eyes mysterious and deep. Xinhui saw an innate aura emanating from him, a feeling that was ancient and powerful.

Zhongli appeared to be sitting alone at a table, watching Yun Jin's opera while sipping fragrant tea. However, when Yun Jin's opera ended, even a hint of melancholy appeared in his eyes.

“Mr. Zhongli, it’s been a long time.” Xinhui took the initiative to move closer to him.

Zhongli seemed to have anticipated his arrival, picked up his teacup, and took another sip of the fragrant tea.

"You've arrived? Hmm... this tea has a milder flavor, but that's still a unique characteristic."

Xin Hui was quite surprised, because in his eyes, Zhong Li seemed to be surrounded by a divine aura, appearing mysterious and radiant.

"You are Morax, the Geo Archon? Why are you wandering around this mortal world? Are you going to abandon your contract?"

Since his trip to the snow mountain, Xin Hui has recovered some of his strength and memories. With his abilities, he naturally saw through Zhong Li's disguise.

Upon hearing this, Zhongli seemed to pause for a moment, and then he spoke as if sighing.

"You and I are both witnesses to this land. After thousands of years of changes, Liyue will eventually usher in its new era. If there are no gods in the world, then this is the kingdom of humans. Even the most ancient Geo Archon will eventually disappear into the long river of history."

After hearing this, Xin Hui felt a little strange. The Rock God Morax was actually speaking to him with a tone of emotion.

You must understand that in that era, Morax was revered as the God of War, and the majesty and fortitude of the God of War would not allow him to feel any sense of...retreat.

Did these unfathomable years finally leave him speechless with emotion?

Then Zhongli continued calmly.

Even a rock that a whirlpool cannot break will be worn down by the erosion of time. It's just that I keep convincing myself that the day when it starts to crack has not yet come.

"Until one drizzly day, as I strolled along the harbor, I overheard a merchant praising his subordinate: 'You have fulfilled your duty; now, go and rest.'"

"At that time, I stood for a long time among the passing crowd, constantly asking myself: 'Have I completed my duty?'"

Xinhui: "..."

Xin Hui believed that he should not let the gods of Teyvat influence their thoughts.

"And you? As a traveler from another world, what made you set foot on this land for the third time?"

This was Zhongli's questioning of him. Morax had no reason not to believe that Xinhui had come to Teyvat for the third time for some purpose.

This time, it was Xinhui's turn to look gloomy.

He slowly recounted what happened after he left Teyvat a thousand years ago.

……

It turns out that when the boy left his homeland, his heart was filled with questions that condemned him—you abandoned that land, you abandoned the place you loved.

It's important to understand that the stronger a person is, the more fragile their heart is.

Throughout his subsequent travels, Xin Hui was constantly tormented by that feeling. Whenever he arrived in a new place, the image of the war in Kanria engulfing the Seven Kingdoms, while he himself fled in panic, would involuntarily appear in his mind.

When hesitation during a trip gradually takes hold of a young person's heart, the journey will slowly become uninteresting.

If witnessing the sights of Teyvat once was enough, then the second time the boy saw them became the point of inner struggle for him.

In this situation, there always needs to be an impulse that takes over your heart!

Xin Hui didn't want to see a second Teyvat suffer the same fate, so this time he chose to rebel.

Rebel against one's own beliefs, against the rules of the world, against... the laws of nature.

Xin Hui intervened to stop the war in that world, but was also hunted down by an unknown god from that world.

That's the natural order.

The natural law that all things and all living beings should fear.

Xinhui could only desperately try to escape, fleeing to a place where justice could not reach him.

But he was too naive. How could the power of a mortal possibly... defy the laws of nature?

Xin Hui's wings were shattered and his power was disintegrated in the void. Faced with the heavenly power of Tian Li, he was completely helpless.

So he ignited the last glimmer of light, and together with the power that had already scattered, rushed towards that familiar world.

Even if I am physically disabled, I will have no regrets...

Until... after hundreds of years of slumber, a young man with emerald green hair dug his body out of the Tianqiu Valley, where it was already half-buried in the earth.

The young man's name was Bai Shu.

……

This was Xin Hui's experience. Seemingly sharing the same feelings, and perhaps admiring Xin Hui's courage, Zhong Li's eyes held a newfound understanding.

"You did that too..."

Zhongli seemed to show Xinhui an appreciative look for the first time, and this happened after Xinhui's self-narration.

"Since you also love these people and their emotions, then continue on for their sake." With the last sip of fragrant tea, Zhongli had regained his usual composure.

Xinhui, surrounded by the bustling street scene, felt a mix of emotions and longing, and understood what he meant.

So, Xinhui made a decision in secret.

Everyone has their own secrets, and the rules that govern the world also have their secrets. In that case, Xinhui intends to peel back the layers of mystery to understand the conflict between humans and gods, and the hidden connection between the laws of nature and the world...

Chapter Twenty-One: Walnuts in the Hall of Rebirth

Even though people are still immersed in the joy of the night before after the Lantern Festival, there will be another Lantern Festival, and the people of Liyue should look forward.