Their commission was suspicious.

"Then I discovered that both Ningguang and Keqing seemed to have heard of Zhongli. It was as if Zhongli's extensive knowledge was highly trusted by these high-ranking figures. So I thought if you don't have a good opinion of Zhongli, you might be poached by others," Chen Luo warned Hu Tao.

"Sigh, I thought you were worried about something. Zhongli is a guest elder of the Hall of Rebirth. Do you know what a guest elder means? It means he can come and go as he pleases, something like that. If he wants to leave, I won't stop him. But if you put it that way, I'll have to consider whether I should give Zhongli a raise." Hu Tao said, stroking her chin.

"I thought of something else."

"Hmm, what's on your mind now?" Hu Tao couldn't help but glance at Chen Luo again.

Everyone says that Hu Tao has a lot of clever ideas, but Hu Tao feels that Chen Luo's nerves are even more unpredictable.

"I was just thinking, since someone has to eventually take over the position of the Rock God, would Seven Stars choose a Rock God in advance to prevent the position from being taken over by someone sent down from Sky Island?"

"I really don't know, after all, these are the thoughts of important people." Hu Tao shook her head.

“I think it’s very feasible. And if you ask me, Mr. Zhongli is definitely the best candidate to be the new Rock God,” Chen Luo said decisively.

"Look, firstly, Mr. Zhongli is very knowledgeable; secondly, Mr. Zhongli has a Geo Vision; and thirdly, Mr. Zhongli has no other foundation in Liyue besides the Hall of Rebirth, so he won't compete with the Liyue Seven Stars for power. So, it seems that the candidate for a person who is knowledgeable, has a Geo Vision, and is not good at fighting for power has been narrowed down to the extreme."

"The gods of Liyue must be chosen from among the people of Liyue. There are only so many people in Liyue to begin with. First of all, the candidate must have a Geo Vision, which narrows down the selectable population to about 0.1%."

It's no exaggeration to say that those who possess the Eye of God are one in a thousand, especially considering that its attributes are restricted.

"Secondly, the new Rock God needs to have a good personal image, including appearance, knowledge, age, and physique, which can narrow down the range to about 0.01%. The person who possesses the Eye of God has these good conditions and has no ambition. I feel that Mr. Zhongli is the best candidate."

"So, in conclusion, if Liyue ever holds an event like selecting a new Geo Archon, remember to call me. I'll vote for Mr. Zhongli," Chen Luo said.

“What you said makes a lot of sense. I’ll cast my vote too. Thinking about it, if the current Rock God is a guest elder of the Hall of Rebirth, it does seem like it could bring a big wave of business to the Hall of Rebirth.” Hu Tao nodded in agreement.

"Ahem, Master..."

"Wow, Zhongli? Why are you hiding behind the door? Are you trying to scare me?" Hu Tao was startled when she heard the voice and saw Zhongli walking out from behind the door.

“No, I just arrived too.” Zhongli shook his head.

"Oh, I see. By the way, Chen Luo and I are thinking about when to nominate you as the new Rock God. Remember to bring more customers to the Hall of Rebirth when you do. If you recommend someone, I'll give you a buy-one-get-one-free or buy-two-get-three-free deal. A huge discount!"

"...From a purely rational perspective, your idea, Master, is unreliable," Zhongli said after a long silence.

"I think it's okay."

"I don't think so."

“Chen Luo, you be the judge. Why can’t you?” Hu Tao pulled Chen Luo to her side and said.

“I don’t think that will work either. After all… once Zhongli becomes the new Rock God, he definitely won’t insist on being a guest elder of the Hall of Rebirth, so your idea of ​​using a living brand will be shattered.”

“Hmm, that makes sense. Zhongli, you shouldn’t become the Rock God. I think being a guest elder is much more promising.” Hu Tao nodded in deep agreement.

“...From a purely rational perspective, whether or not I become the Rock God is not something I can decide subjectively,” Zhongli said with a sigh.

Do you think I can just become a Geo Archon whenever I want?

"..."

You know what, Zhongli really can become the Geo Archon if he wants to, he just hasn't wanted to after being the Archon for thousands of years.

"Speaking of which, I overheard you talking about another world earlier..." Zhongli really wanted to change the subject, and in fact, he did.

Zhong Li wasn't deliberately eavesdropping; it was just that Chen Luo and the others were talking rather unrestrainedly.

"This..." Hu Tao shut her mouth after hearing Zhong Li's question, gave an awkward smile, and glanced at Chen Luo.

After all, it was I who brought it up...

No, it was Chen Luo who used the term "other world," so why should I feel guilty?

Hu Tao immediately realized something.

"Actually, it's not a big secret, Mr. Zhongli. You heard right. What we were talking about was another world. I am a traveler from another world."

"There are so many items from other worlds in this world, so it's normal for there to be people from other worlds, right?" Chen Luo smiled, as if he had no intention of hiding this matter.

Or rather, it was within Chen Luo's expectations that Zhongli could hear what Chen Luo was saying; otherwise, why would Chen Luo suddenly bring up the matter of Zhongli taking office as the new Rock God?

Chen Luo's Fate Line ability is actually quite convenient for detecting whether there are people around.

Regardless of the importance of Chen Luo's conversation, it will have a slight influence on the other party, causing fluctuations in their fate.

Chen Luo would then become aware of the other party's presence.

Although turning the Fate Line ability into a convenient way to find people sounds low, earning Primogems is a good ability for Chen Luo.

Chen Luoke was even thinking of bringing Prince Yan into her client base.

"It seems you're not averse to people knowing about the other world and that you're from that other world."

"Of course, after all, I also need to attract customers, just like you." Chen Luo said as he pushed open the door of the bar at Wangshengtang.

"Hmm? That's..." Zhong Li frowned as soon as Chen Luo pushed open the door.

Since Chen Luo deliberately showed the bar to Zhong Li, Zhong Li could see all the scenes of the bar that Chen Luo showed her, and could see the things on the bar counter directly opposite her.

"Hmm, what's wrong?" Hearing Zhong Li's somewhat strange tone, Chen Luo turned his head and glanced into the bar.

"Uh... don't worry about it, that's our bar's landmark building and signature view, Sleeping Wendy." Chen Luo turned his head and saw a familiar blue figure lying on the bar counter, so he said with a black line on his face.

Wendy is a regular at Chen Luo's bar and one of his most loyal supporters.

People who are basically inseparable from bars can be called protectors, and Chen Luo's bar has three such people, who can be called the three great protectors.

The first great protector is naturally Wendy, the second great protector is Mona, and the third great protector is Yuyuko.

Wendy is addicted to the Wind God Wine, Mona is too poor to afford food, and Yuyuko is mainly because the Judgment Wine is just too delicious for her; she never gets tired of it.

I don't know when these three guardians evolved into the Four Heavenly Kings.

Chen Luo was certain that he hadn't seen Wendy before the last time he teleported through the bar, and that was only a dozen minutes ago.

Besides drinking for four hours during the four hours the bar was open, Wendy also often brought out some regular drinks. Chen Luo didn't have any objections to this, since Wendy gave him raw stones, so Chen Luo usually gave him a lot of drinks.

Actually, the reason Wendy donates all her money instead of buying alcohol, besides the existence of the bar, is that it's not that Wendy can't afford alcohol, but that Diluc won't sell it to her...

Wendy is probably drunk somewhere and ended up sleeping at the bar.

Although Chen Luo found it strange that Wendy would come to his bar to sleep after getting drunk, the other customers were probably used to her sleeping at the bar every day, so he didn't really care.

Look, this is one of the signature attractions of our Midnight Bar – the Sleeping Wind God!

“Wendy… huh? I see.” Zhongli stood there, looking at the bard who was leaning on the bar counter.

Zhongli could tell at a glance that the other party was not human!

Zhongli and Wendy have known each other for thousands of years, so it's not surprising that they can tell each other apart at a glance.

In fact, Zhongli's current posture could not escape the eyes of the other party, nor could it escape the eyes of other immortals.

Therefore, in the original storyline, Zhongli had Yingmei go to Granny Ping to borrow the [Dust-Cleansing Bell] instead of accompanying Yingmei himself.

The main reason is that I'm afraid of being recognized.

Zhongli's temperament is something that most people can't imitate or hide; it's immediately noticeable.

"Hmm? A familiar feeling..." Suddenly, Wendy, who was lying on the bar counter, straightened up unsteadily.

Then, under everyone's gaze, Wendy turned around.

"Oh, you, you are... Master..." Wendy exclaimed with a hint of surprise when she saw Zhong Li standing outside the bar.

But before Wendy could finish speaking, Zhongli suddenly stepped forward, grabbed the bar doorknob, and slammed the door shut.

Chapter 336 Oh my god! The Seven Stars of Liyue are owing Mora and they're not paying back!

"Huh?" Chen Luo, the Herrscher of Knowledge, and Hu Tao, all startled by Zhong Li's sudden action of closing the door, couldn't help but look at Zhong Li.

After all, Zhong Li usually has a rather composed image, so this action was truly unexpected.

"Hmm, the alcohol is too strong; I'm afraid it might affect Master Hu Tao," Zhong Li said after a moment's thought.

"Hmm, I have a feeling..." Hu Tao looked Zhong Li up and down suspiciously.

You might say that in other countries, alcohol is something that needs to be avoided with children to some extent, but in Liyue, isn't alcohol a very common thing? And it's not like Hu Tao has never drunk alcohol before.

From Hu Tao's perspective, it's obvious that Zhong Li is intentionally hiding something.

Just kidding. It's not a big deal if you and others do these kinds of little tricks, but Hu Tao is recognized as the originator of this kind of thing.

"Never mind." After looking at Zhongli for a while and not seeing any other expression on his calm and composed face, Hu Tao waved her hand.

Everyone has their own secrets, and Hu Tao won't pry into them; doing so would only leave her friendless.

Chen Luo, watching from the side, found it quite interesting.

Zhongli clearly doesn't want Hu Tao to know that he is the Rock King Emperor.

Firstly, Zhongli wanted to retire, but his true identity was discovered shortly after he faked his death, so it's uncertain whether he can retire smoothly now.

Secondly, it's because Zhongli really can't handle Hu Tao. What if Hu Tao actually sends Zhongli out to promote the Wangsheng Hall's promotional activities?

Don't think Hu Tao can't do it; Hu Tao really can. You can't imagine how eccentric Hu Tao is.

Moreover, Zhongli felt that things would become much more complicated if that drunkard saw him and ran out.

"Huh? Was that... just my imagination?" Wendy, sitting at the bar counter looking completely bewildered, tilted her head.

I think I just saw Chen Luo, right? And I also saw that old man, Rock God?

Although the other person's appearance is different, we have known each other for thousands of years and can still recognize who the other person is at a glance.

"Hmm, never mind, I'll go to sleep. I'll ask Chen Luo later." Wendy, looking completely bewildered, ultimately decided to go to sleep.

Because Wendy can't open the bar door; if she does, she'll just end up back where she came from.

"Although there was a slight hiccup, Mr. Zhongli, my bar is truly connected to another world. So if you want some tea, food, or drinks, you are welcome to come to my bar from 8 pm to midnight, and it's free."

"I'm not bragging, but my cooking and bartending skills are unmatched in the entire Teyvat continent, and my tea-making is no exception!" Chen Luo said with great certainty.

"Really? That's amazing?" Hu Tao was a little surprised.

Hu Tao thinks she's the best at cooking.

And you can also get one free for every one you buy.

Can you, Chen Luo, do it?

"Why don't we come and try it tonight? It's free anyway. Of course, I wouldn't mind if you brought me something fun," Chen Luo said to Hu Tao and Zhong Li.

"Yes, I'll go check on it after I finish the ceremony of sending off the immortals." Zhongli nodded after a moment of silence.

This bar might actually be connected to another world.

Although Chen Luo did not provide any proof, Zhong Li felt that something that could open a bar door right in front of him without him being able to sense any fluctuations beforehand was definitely an extraordinary thing.

Generally speaking, Zhongli's current strength is among the pinnacle of the entire Teyvat continent. If even he himself couldn't sense anything amiss, then this bar must be something truly extraordinary.

If that's the case, then perhaps what they meant by the unparalleled culinary skills, tea-making techniques, and bartending abilities they described in Teyvat is true?

Moreover, although Zhongli doesn't want to see Wendy right now, it won't matter once the Immortal Sending Ceremony is over.

After all, when it's time to retire, I will really retire.

Moreover, even if she didn't go, Hu Tao would definitely go. In order to prevent Wendy from saying anything unnecessary, Zhong Li felt it was necessary to have a friendly discussion with her.

After all, Zhongli really didn't want to go out and promote the grand promotional event for the Wangsheng Hall.

"Summoning this bar is quite simple; just imagine the image of Zero Point Bar in your mind," Chen Luo said.

Very well, another Teyvat Seven has become a guest.

“This is indeed very convenient.” Zhongli nodded.

From a purely rational perspective, if it were really that easy to summon a bar, then besides eating and drinking, this bar could also be used as a tool for escaping.

"Well, if there's nothing else, I'll be going now. If you need any help, you can find me through this bar," Chen Luo said, pointing to the bar's entrance.

“If you want to bring me customers, I don’t mind, but if possible, please don’t bring people who don’t look like good people,” Chen Luo said.

Chen Luo's bar actually has a limit on the number of people it can accommodate, since the bar's first and second floors combined are only so big.

While this bar may be able to be expanded, wouldn't expansion require props or gems?

“Okay.” Zhongli nodded.

"Then I'll be going now." Chen Luo waved his hand, pushed open the bar door, and walked in with Xiao Xilin, who was floating beside him, and the Herrscher of Knowledge, before closing the door.

Although Chen Luo held Xilin the whole time, little Xilin felt that she could fly on her own and didn't need to be held all the time.