Be a legal businessman in Liyue!

The modular field force device continuously gushes out golden fluid, accelerating the floating city.

Two streamlined luxury airships hovered around the floating city. Their silver-white bodies were inlaid with dark gold patterns, like comets passing through the sky.

When the combined fleet was heading to Inazuma.

Wang Que and Xingqiu also set off for Xumi.

Moreover, because Keqing had previously suggested that the floating city be desensitized by moving more, Wang Que did not go directly to Xumi City.

Instead, a certain detour was taken.

Driving the floating city passed directly over Liyue Harbor.

This startled many shouts from the citizens of Liyue Harbor below.

"Is it really okay for you to do this?"

Xingqiu didn't quite understand Wang Que's behavior.

Wang Que naturally did not hide anything and briefly told him some of the things that happened between Qixing and him.

"As my movements become louder and louder, they must be desensitized regularly, otherwise they will easily become stressed." After Wang Que explained, he said again.

Xingqiu nodded slightly. "That's true. Qixing has been getting more and more aggressive lately, and our family has been affected a bit."

Wang Que was curious: "How do you say that?"

"It's still about the Yinyuan Hall. Liujin Hall has been in turmoil for a long time due to the Emperor's departure. Shenglu Hall and Huishan Hall have seen their power greatly reduced due to the closure of the Layered Abyss..."

"Hutchison Whampoa is the best runner right now."

"When problems arise with the Eight Gates, the Seven Stars' hands will naturally grow."

Xingqiu said with some indifference.

Seven Stars and Eight Gates, General Affairs Department, Yuehai Pavilion...

These are the institutions that keep Liyue running.

There must be mutual cooperation and coordination among them.

But if you have a problem, others will definitely lend a hand.

Not to mention, the Seven Stars are nominally the rulers of Liyue.

"In the past, the Yinyuan Hall was the most disobedient. You have Salt Clan members under you, so you should have known this. So now they have become the perfect target for the Seven Stars to make an example of them."

Xingqiu told some of what he knew.

Wang Que nodded slightly. In fact, he had heard Wan Yan say this before.

"It seems that the Seven Stars have the advantage." Wang Que whispered.

Xingqiu heard this and said as a matter of course, "Of course. Whether it's strength or righteousness, it all lies with the Seven Stars."

"In the past, the Eight Gates operated smoothly and were able to resist the unreasonable demands of the Seven Stars. But now, problems have arisen in various areas controlled by the Eight Gates. The Seven Stars are stepping in under the guise of helping, and who can refuse?"

"If you can't solve the problem, you can't reject Qixing."

As he spoke, Xingqiu suddenly sneered, "Anyway, I think it won't be long before Yinyuan Hall changes hands."

This cold voice was unlike his character, so Wang Que asked curiously, "Don't you like Yinyuan Hall?"

"Well, according to the Chamber of Commerce records, the Silver Origin Hall once launched a campaign to raise salt prices in Liyue, but it was ultimately suppressed by the Seven Stars and several major chambers of commerce."

"I wouldn't say all of those Saltborn are bad people, but there are definitely quite a few who don't agree with us."

Wang Que knew that the "we" here referred to Liyue.

"Then do we have a chance to get involved in the salt industry?" Wang Que suddenly asked.

Xingqiu immediately rolled his eyes: "Unless you want to earn some hard-earned money."

"Liyue's salt prices are suppressed by the Seven Stars, just like grain prices. You can make money, but don't expect to make a fortune."

"You have the manpower to manage the salt business, and you can make more money by doing anything else."

Xingqiu still recognized Wang Que's skills.

In his opinion, no matter what Wang Que did, he could make more money than intervening in the salt industry.

Wang Que thought about it and realized that it was indeed the case.

Does salt make money? Of course it does, as it is an essential substance for the human body.

But if you want to make a lot of money from salt, you have to oppress others.

Just like in ancient times before the time travel, salt and iron were always the most profitable businesses for the imperial court.

But what about Teyvat, especially Liyue, using salt to oppress the lower class people in Liyue?

This is not a good choice.

It is also difficult to form a monopoly.

The salt drying method is no secret in Liyue.

As the two were talking, the floating city and two luxurious airships had already passed Liyue Harbor.

Entered the Tianheng Mountain area.

Xingqiu glanced down and said, "Tianquan's Qun Yu Pavilion is almost there too."

Below is the reconstruction site of Qun Yu Pavilion.

Looking down, one can already see some of the former appearance of the Qun Yu Pavilion.

Moreover, it seems that with reference to some drawings of floating cities, the Qun Yu Pavilion seems to be a lot bigger.

Wang Que didn't care. Although the drawings were taken away by Tianquan, he had never paid attention to the situation here.

"It will be quite lively then." Wang Que couldn't help but say.

Xingqiu was a bit confused. "What's all this excitement? Is the Tianquan Association inviting everyone to participate in the Qun Yu Pavilion's relaunch?"

"That's not all. A guest from overseas might show up uninvited."

Wang Que said this, thought for a moment, and then said, "Anyway, during the days when the Qun Yu Pavilion is launched, you should have the Chamber of Commerce's ships at the dock take protective measures."

It is impossible to leave the port completely, and leaving the port will make it more likely to be attacked by the enemy.

It is best to take good protection in the port.

Xingqiu narrowed his eyes: "Osel?"

Uninvited guests from the sea...

You also need to be prepared for protection.

Xingqiu instantly recalled the Osel disaster.

In that battle, although Liyue repelled Osel and sealed him again.

But Liyue Pier suffered heavy losses.

Feiyun Chamber of Commerce destroyed several large ships.

Even some small chambers of commerce went bankrupt.

However, I heard that Qixing will provide support to similar chambers of commerce in the future.

Of course, Feiyun Chamber of Commerce definitely does not have this treatment.

Large chambers of commerce sometimes enjoy special policies, but sometimes they naturally cannot enjoy other policies.

"It's somewhat related. Anyway, you just need to make protective preparations. If nothing unexpected happens, basically nothing serious will happen."

Wang Que said.

He was planning to stop Ba Che outside of Guyun Pavilion.

Liyue Harbor Pier may be affected by the tide, but it shouldn't be too significant.

"Okay, after I get to Xumi, I'll write a letter to inform my family."

"Well, I guess not. Qixing has probably already been notified."

“Oh, but I have no idea!”

"It's not that strange, after all, it's useless for you to know."

"hateful!"

As the two were talking, they had already passed by the Tianheng Mountain area.

Wang Que and Xingqiu stood on the observation deck at the edge of the floating city, overlooking the wonders below that were carved by time and divine power.

A huge abyss of rock.

Looking from high above, the abyss is like a deep pupil cracked in the earth, and the layers of mine tunnels and rock walls form complex patterns, like an ancient talisman.

The airship slowly passed through the bottomless mine below, and the exposed crystal veins on the rock wall sparkled like stars in the sunlight.

The deep cave entrance in the central area is shrouded by a huge magic circle. Golden energy veins meander across the surface, forming a sharp contrast with the surrounding exposed reddish-brown rock formations, like a gem embedded in a scar.

This is the magic circle left by the Seven Stars.

"It seems that Qixing sealed this place off not for any technological upgrade." Xingqiu said in a low voice.

Wang Que nodded. "Of course not. It's because something unusual happened inside the Layered Rock Abyss. It's dangerous, so it's sealed off."

Xingqiu's eyes flickered slightly. "Mutation? Could it be?"

He is knowledgeable and well-read, so he naturally knows what happened here.

Wang Que nodded and then shook his head: "It is somewhat related, but not significantly. It does have a significant connection with the Abyss Cult."

"The Abyss Cult?" Xingqiu's eyes suddenly widened.

When he and Chongyun were developing the elemental plantation before, they followed Ying and Dainsleib to the ruins of an Abyss Cult.

Although he did not experience much danger, the strangeness of the Abyss Cult still left a deep impression on him.

Especially the blasphemous statue, once you see it, you will never forget it.

"Well, we don't have to worry about it anyway. Qixing will take care of it." Wang Que said.

Xingqiu nodded immediately. "That's right. Professional matters should be left to professionals. Well, we can ask Ying for help. She's well-versed in dealing with the Abyss."

Wang Que smiled. Is this a prophecy?

Xingqiu can cosplay as the Prophet now.

Suddenly, a gust of wind passed under the floating city, stirring up the thin mist on the surface of the abyss.

In an instant, countless crystal butterflies rose into the air from the cracks in the rocks. Their wings refracted the sunlight, casting a starlight like broken diamonds above the magic circle.

The two of them ignored the previous topic and stared at the wonders below.

The Layered Abyss is where rock elements gather, and the Rock Crystal Butterfly is very suitable for survival here.

The crystal butterflies flow like a long river, so beautiful that it is breathtaking.

After dozens of breaths, the long river of crystal butterflies dispersed.

The two of them looked away.

"So lovely!"

Xingqiu sighed.

"really."

Wang Que nodded in agreement: "Crystal wings flutter across the galaxy, while shattered rays of light flow and reflect on the abyss."

"I'm afraid few people will have the chance to see such a beautiful view."

Xingqiu smiled. "Yesterday you said Paimon didn't live up to the beauty of the scenery. Now it seems we haven't either."

"Hahahahahahahaha, you remember it clearly." Wang Que laughed.

The floating city will not stop because of the conversation between the two.

Passing over the jagged ridges, the strong wind tore at the clouds, and the rugged red and yellow peaks looked like the backs of giant beasts.

The mountains that are difficult for ordinary people to cross are easily conquered by the floating city.

As the mountain gradually becomes gentler, the lush green of the rainforest suddenly comes into view.