Their commission was suspicious.

【Liyue Millennium】is truly a very complex game; both the pieces and the board are extremely difficult to carve.

Fortunately, Chen Luo's silk threads provided the best support in this situation.

"Yes, it's indeed exquisite, and the rune effects are quite good. I'm very satisfied." Ningguang walked over, took a look, and nodded.

These chessboards and pieces are engraved with special runes that can help people calm down and play chess. Moreover, they are exquisitely designed. Apart from the chessboards that Ningguang requested be carved from sandalwood, Ningguang couldn't tell at first what kind of wood and stone the chess pieces were made of.

The key point is that it's almost free.

[Ding! Mission complete]

"I must admit, Miss Ningguang, your [Liyue Millennium] is indeed quite complex, completely different from those circulating in the market."

“For ordinary people, the simplified rules are already complex enough. Mr. Chen Luo, the chess piece you carved is probably one of the most exquisite chess pieces I have ever seen.” Ningguang, who was praised silently, did not hold back her own praise.

"Miss Ningguang, you flatter me. If you say my sculpted dolls are beautiful, I can accept that, but if you say my chess pieces are the most beautiful, the most exquisite paintings, then I dare not claim that. The most exquisite chess piece I have ever seen is that one, a masterpiece of nature, a work of divine craftsmanship, even the gods would surely praise it highly," Chen Luo said, clicking his tongue in amazement.

"Moreover, that chess piece is not only the most exquisite chess piece on the Teyvat continent, but also the most valuable chess piece, so valuable that it cannot be bought with Mora at all."

"Oh? Mr. Chen Luo's words have piqued my curiosity. I wonder who has the flag that can't be bought with Mora now? I'm quite curious." Ningguang revealed an interested look.

"Hmm, who has them... As far as I know, there are seven of these chess pieces in total, maybe more, but that's beyond my knowledge. And these seven pieces happen to be in the hands of people from seven different countries," Chen Luo said, shaking his head.

"Seven countries and seven chess pieces? And with seven chess pieces, what kind of game can you play?"

"Hmm, who knows? Maybe it's part of a game about the entire continent of Teyvat? Or maybe it's just for fun, but this thing is definitely very valuable. Even if someone could buy this piece from its owner, it would definitely fetch a good price, and it's unlikely to be anything related to Mora."

"Involving the entire Teyvat? Mr. Chen Luo, you're exaggerating a bit."

"Exaggeration, perhaps. But I still firmly believe that Mora can't buy chess pieces. I did manage to get one by chance from a bard in Mondstadt, but the price was a lot of wine."

"Wine? A bard?"

Didn't you just say you couldn't buy it with Mora? But since you can bribe people with alcohol, why can't you buy the alcohol with Mora and then ask to buy it?

Or is this wine something special?

After pondering for a moment, Ningguang asked, "Since Mr. Chen Luo says that the chess piece is in your possession, may I take a look?"

There's still some time before the Seven Stars Summoning Immortals Ceremony, so Ningguang still has some leeway.

Of course, Gan Yu took her place and went off to busy herself with various preparations.

It's fair to say that Ningguang has passed the pressure on to Ganyu.

"Here you go." Chen Luo casually tossed Wendy's Heart of God to Ningguang.

"Hmm, at first glance it doesn't look very exquisite, but it has a special feel to it. Do you want to sell it?" Ningguang asked, examining the blue chess piece in her hand.

"Well... to avoid causing you trouble, it's best not to sell it. There's a group of people who are practically obsessed with getting this." Chen Luo shook his head.

Chen Luo temporarily suppressed the wind element activity of the Heart of God with his Five-Star Divine Eye; otherwise, it would have blinded Ningguang as soon as he took it out.

If it leaves Chen Luo for an extended period of time, this thing will come to life, and then... it won't be able to hide anymore.

Well, although Ningguang is a noble star, if the Fools really get shameless, they can cause her countless troubles.

And the key point is that Ningguang has absolutely no use for this thing.

"May I take a look at this chess piece?" Zhongli, who was originally choosing the Rock King Emperor doll for Hu Tao, stood up at some point and stared intently at the Heart of God in Ningguang's hand.

“Of course.” After glancing at Chen Luo and seeing him nod, Ningguang handed the Heart of God to Zhongli.

"...Where did you get this?" After confirming several times that the thing in his hand was indeed the Heart of the Wind God, Zhongli's expression became serious.

“I already said it was given to me by a bard named Wendy. What, does Mr. Zhongli recognize this chess piece?” Chen Luo asked.

"Wendy...? I really don't know much about this chess piece, but it's certainly valuable. Keep it safe and don't take it out carelessly, or you might get yourself into trouble." Zhongli sighed and didn't return the chess piece to Ningguang, but instead tossed it directly to Chen Luo.

It's best to put this away as soon as possible.

As one of the original Seven Gods, Zhongli still believed in Wendy's strength; if the other party didn't want to give it up, it couldn't be taken away.

Now that the Heart of God is in the other party's hands, Zhongli doesn't want to get involved in the complicated matters.

"Hmm, thank you for the reminder. It seems Mr. Zhongli is indeed a discerning person." Chen Luo put away the Heart of God and gave a friendly smile.

Ningguang looked at the chess piece that Chen Luo was putting away with slight surprise after hearing Zhongli's words.

Ningguang genuinely didn't sense what was so strange about that thing.

Perhaps Zhongli knows something.

Oh well, it's not anything important anyway.

Ningguang, however, was more interested in Chen Luo as a person.

Although Ye Lan has not sent back any information yet, a person who inherits immortal magic is indeed a rare talent.

"Ningguang? What are you doing here?" A slightly surprised voice rang out.

"Hmm? Keqing?" Ningguang turned her head and saw a familiar face.

His brow furrowed slightly before relaxing.

If Ningguang remembers correctly, Keqing does enjoy shopping, so it's not surprising that she came here.

Chapter 322 Keqing: Show me the business license

“The Rock King Emperor figurines carved by this vendor are exquisite, and they have some immortal inscriptions that can help relax the mind and relieve stress. You can pick out a few, and I'll pay for them,” Ningguang said to Keqing.

"I see. These Rock King puppets are indeed lifelike, but we don't need them." After hearing Ningguang's words, Keqing glanced at Chen Luo's stall and nodded.

Judging solely from the appearance of the sample, it is indeed exquisite enough.

If, as Ningguang said, it truly possesses the blessing of immortal inscriptions, then it is indeed a bargain.

"But you're the one presiding over the Seven Stars Invitation Ceremony today, right? Shouldn't you have prepared well in advance?" Ke Qing glanced at Ning Guang.

"Don't rush us so much. Everything has been taken care of. All that's left is to wait for the auspicious time to respectfully invite the Emperor," Ningguang said.

"As long as nothing goes wrong at the last minute, I wonder what laws the Emperor will issue this year..." Ke Qing looked in the direction of Yujingtai, lost in thought.

"Is she thinking about the relationship between the Emperor and Liyue again?" Looking at Keqing's expression, Ningguang almost instantly guessed what Keqing was thinking.

Keqing is someone who believes in people more than in gods. As one of the seven people closest to the Rock God, Keqing does not hold much reverence for the Rock Lord.

After all, Liyue ultimately belongs to the people of Liyue.

Chen Luo inexplicably felt that Keqing and Wendy would be a good match.

Both Keqing and Wendy wanted their own people to manage affairs.

"Ahem, Keqing, what are you doing here? I have a feeling you didn't just pass by, but came here on purpose," Ningguang asked with some curiosity.

As someone who became the richest person in Liyue through her own efforts, Ningguang still has some judgment.

"Oh, by the way, speaking of which, sir, please show me your business license and venue rental permit. Someone reported you for operating illegally," Ke Qing said, turning to Chen Luo.

"???" Chen Luoren was stunned.

What is a business license?

What is a venue rental permit?

what is that?

I don't know.

Mona didn't tell me either.

Wait a minute, who reported me?

After a moment of surprise, Chen Luo looked at Ke Qing and simultaneously extended his consciousness towards her fate line.

A person's future is full of variables, but a person's past cannot be changed. This is why accelerating time doesn't sound too far-fetched, but reversing time is extremely difficult.

The same applies to the Fate Line; Chen Luo's Fate Line ability is derived from Aponia's Fate Line ability.

Aponia is certainly capable of seeing the end of someone's life, but Chen Luo is not.

Firstly, because the world is different, and secondly, because the focus of abilities is different.

The fate line that Chen Luo saw could be changed, which was something that Aponia could only dream of but never attain.

However, it wouldn't be difficult for Chen Luo to observe what the other party had already experienced.

Moreover, since the other party has just met Keqing, they must have left new traces on Keqing's fate line.

Hmm, Night Orchid?

You bastard Ye Lan, I even gave you the commission card and bar card, and you actually reported me for operating without a license?

The key point is that you actually managed to successfully report it?

And the younger brother of that adventurer's guild leader actually told Yelan about this? Don't you know what secrecy means?

You think you can bribe me with 5 Mora? You shameless bastard.

I'll settle the score with you later.

"So, please show me your business license and venue rental certificate." Ke Qing extended her hand to Chen Luo.

"Okay, Miss Keqing, don't rush." ​​Chen Luo raised his hand, then brought his mouth close to Shen He's ear and whispered something.

Shen He paused for a moment before nodding.

"Miss Keqing, I wonder if you like the Rock King Emperor's doll?" Chen Luo asked.

“Not interested.” Ke Qing shook her head.

"Hmm, I see..."

As Chen Luo expected, he did not receive any commission or similar requests.

Keqing is a very complex person. Before the Rock King Emperor's accident, Keqing not only had no respect for the Rock King Emperor, but she also did not particularly like him.

He certainly deserves the respect he deserves, but he can't really be called a chef.

But after the Rock King Emperor passed away, and Keqing lost his decision-making power, she began to handle things on her own. Only then did Keqing gradually realize: Oh, so the Emperor was really that awesome.

If you raise Keqing's affinity to a higher level, you can unlock a story, and you will naturally learn about the growing number of Geo Archon dolls in Keqing's house after the passing of the Geo Archon. These dolls are almost filling a cabinet.

Therefore, there are roughly two types of people in Liyue: one is a Geo Archon fan, and the other is a twisted Geo Archon fan.

But as for now...

Chen Luo was unsure why Ke Qing hadn't sent him a commission—whether it was because she hadn't started to like him yet or because she was currently working.

However, Chen Luo realized one thing: Ke Qing was not an excellent client because she was too hands-on.

This left Chen Luo with no room to maneuver.

Therefore, Chen Luo still prefers those social outcasts.

"Hmm? True Lord Liuyun Borrowing Wind, what brings you here?"

Just as Ke Qing was about to ask Chen Luo for more proof, Chen Luo pointed behind them and exclaimed in surprise.

"The True Lord Who Borrows Clouds and Wind?" Ke Qing was taken aback.

Keqing, one of the seven who control Liyue, naturally knows the name of Lord Liuyun. A celestial being has come to a mortal market, which is no small matter.

So almost simultaneously, Keqing and Ningguang all turned around and looked behind them, while Zhongli remained quietly standing in place, watching Chen Luo.

Almost instantly, Chen Luo collected all the dolls on the stall, leaving only one.

With Zhongli able to see, Chen Luo specifically pointed to the doll and then to Ke Qing.

Immediately afterwards, they made their escape.

The entire sequence of movements was fluid and graceful, showing remarkable skill.

"Where is Liu Yun... uh, where is everyone?" Ke Qing turned around after three seconds, about to question him, but found that there was no one at the stall, only three small stools.

Then Ke Qing couldn't help but look at Zhong Li, who hadn't turned around.

Ke Qing guessed that Zhongli might not recognize Liu Yun Jie Feng Zhenjun, which is why he didn't turn around. In other words, the other party was probably the only direct eyewitness at the time.

"It's obvious that the other party didn't have a business license or a lease agreement, so they ran away," Zhong Li said after a moment of contemplation.

"How is that possible? How could he run so fast?" Ke Qing said in surprise.

I only went back to look for three seconds, how could the other person have disappeared so quickly?