Seeker of Teyvat

Even though many people are attached to it, it still passes by without looking back.

In the blink of an eye, three days passed.

early morning,

The wailing coming from Crimson Cloud Slope resounded throughout Liyue Harbor.

The old dean who had managed Tongwen College for who knows how long passed away in the quiet and peaceful courtyard.

In Tongwen Academy,

Several teachers were comforting the students while communicating with Walnut.

"Master Hu, the old dean has no relatives left. All expenses for his funeral will be paid by Tongwen Academy. Please take care of it."

Hu Tao looked at the other person solemnly and nodded slightly: "Please rest assured, the old dean is also my elder. His funeral will naturally be handled to perfection by Wangsheng Hall."

[The people in the Hall of Rebirth collected the last remains of the old dean.]

the other side,

Yan Fei got the news and came to Wanmin Hall full of grief.

She knew that Kuki Shinobu was here, and she felt that she should tell Kuki Shinobu the news.

Entering the Wanmin Hall,

Looking at Ara Taki Ito who was still playing cards, Yan Fei walked straight into the kitchen without saying hello.

As expected, Kuki Shinobu was here.

"Anin." Yan Fei controlled her emotions and called out.

"Hey, Senior Yan Fei, what do you want to talk to me about?"

Jiuqi Shinobu and Yan Fei had always had a good relationship, and after experiencing what happened at the bottom of the abyss, they became even closer.

Yan Fei nodded slightly: "Yes, there are some things. Can you come out for a while? We can talk alone."

Xiangling looked at the two of them, not knowing what Yan Fei wanted, but she did not ask too much. Instead, she said to Jiuqi Ren, "Yan Fei probably wants to see you for some private matter. Go ahead. I can take care of the ingredients here myself."

"Yeah, okay." Jiuqi Shinobu nodded, then untied her apron and put it on the counter at the side, "Let's go, Yanfei-senpai, let's go out and talk."

Jiuqi Shinobu and Yan Fei left the kitchen and Wanmin Hall and came to a secluded corner of the dock.

"Okay, there shouldn't be anyone disturbing us here. Senior Yan Fei, you can tell me now. Is there anything you want to talk to me about? If you need help, please feel free to ask." Jiuqi Shinobu stopped and looked around. After confirming that there were no outsiders, he spoke to Yan Fei.

Yan Fei nodded, hesitated for a moment, and then sadness couldn't help but reveal itself in her eyes.

"Ah Ninja... the old dean is gone."

Yan Fei's voice has a nasal tone, and you can clearly hear the crying tone.

As a combination of an immortal and a human, Yan Fei's status in Liyue is very special. Although she grew up with Grandma Ping, in fact, Yan Fei followed the normal growth path of humans.

She had been studying since she was young. As one of the best students in Tongwen Academy, the old dean had naturally taken care of Yan Fei many times.

Therefore, from Yan Fei's perspective, the old dean is not only her teacher, but also an amiable elder.

And when the old dean left, Yan Fei experienced her first [wear and tear] as an immortal.

"!???" Hearing Yan Fei's words, Jiuqi Shinobu's expression instantly went out of control, and a trace of disbelief appeared on her face.

"Wait, old dean, how could that happen? I took the eldest brother to visit him before, and he was fine."

Jiuqi Shinobu couldn't believe it. She and Ara Taki Ito had come to Liyue on the ship of the Society Bugyo. The first thing they did was to find Wang Daoyi to pay back the money, and the second thing they did was to visit the old dean of Tongwen Academy.

In Jiuqi Shinobu's eyes at that time, although the old dean was old, his vital breath was still very stable, and it was obvious that he could live for a long time.

"This morning, Hu Tao from the Wangsheng Hall brought people to the academy. Not long ago, the academy's teacher sent someone to inform me." Yan Fei was a descendant of an immortal after all, so she quickly calmed down and regained her composure. "The teacher said that he hopes I can attend the funeral later."

After a pause, Yan Fei looked at Jiu Qi Shinobu and continued, "I remembered that you were still in Liyue, so I came to inform you."

Jiuqi Shinobu nodded slightly. Her expression was calm, but if you looked closely, you could see a hint of sadness in her eyes.

"Okay, thank you, senior. I will go to the funeral."

Shinobu Kuki did not intend to take Ichito Aratake with him. Although the old dean had done a favor to Ichito Aratake, he still thought of his boss's temper.

It’s better not to take him to such a solemn funeral.

In order to avoid any trouble.

"Well, Kurumi should be able to tell us the exact time of the funeral. Let's go ask together."

"it is good."

……

Jade Pavilion,

"The old dean of Tongwen College passed away? How is that possible?"

Ningguang took the report submitted by Ye Lan, with a hint of surprise in her eyes, and then said to Bai Wen beside her: "Bai Wen, go to the archives room and bring the files of Tongwen Academy."

"Okay, Lord Ningguang." Bai Wen nodded, then turned and walked towards the archive room.

Ningguang continued to look at Ye Lan: "Have you confirmed this information?"

"Of course, the people from the Hall of the Reborn have taken away the old dean's body, and the funeral will be prepared soon." Ye Lan nodded very affirmatively. After receiving the information, she went to the Hall of the Reborn in person and confirmed the information that the old dean had died.

"..." Ningguang was silent for a while, then turned to look out the window, "He's actually dead. This is really... incredible."

"Is there something wrong?" Ye Lan looked at Ningguang in confusion. She didn't understand why Ningguang reacted like this to the death of the old dean.

Ningguang shook her head: "When Baiwen comes over with the files, you'll understand."

Ye Lan nodded and didn't ask any more questions.

After a while, Baiwen came back with a thick stack of files.

"Lord Ningguang, all the files about Tongwen Academy are here. There are also some unimportant records that should be in the database of the General Affairs Department. If you need them, I can notify the General Affairs Department to prepare them."

"No need, the information here is enough. Bai Wen, you go down first. Ye Lan and I have something to discuss."

Bai Wen nodded: "Okay, I'll go down first."

With that, Bai Wen left the room.

After Bai Wen left, Ning Guang pointed to the information on the table and said, "Just read the earliest one. When you finish reading it, you will understand why I am surprised."

Ye Lan didn't say anything. She walked to the document and picked it up.

[In the year 2000 of Liyue, the disaster caused by the demon gods gradually subsided, and Liyue prospered. The Emperor ordered that all tribes should have the same writing system, and Liyue should have the same writing system. A college was established to pass on civilization. The commander of the Qianyan Army, **, was appointed as the first dean, responsible for all matters of the college.]

The information is very brief, just one sentence, recording the time and event.

However, one section was smudged.

"Why was this person's name painted over?" Ye Lan was a little curious.

"Because that is a secret that cannot be known. Even I, as one of the Seven Stars, do not know the answer. Perhaps one of the Seven Stars thought that this name was dangerous, so he erased it." Ningguang replied.

Ye Lan was still a little confused: "But what does this have to do with the old dean? Wait... could it be..."

There was a hint of disbelief in Ye Lan's eyes. She seemed to have guessed something, but she didn't dare to believe her guess.

"That's right. The Emperor ordered the creation of an academy to integrate the writing systems of all civilizations in the Liyue region and compile books. All tribes had the same writing system, and Liyue had the same writing system. That academy is now the Tongwen Academy, and the first dean... is now the old dean. For thousands of years, the Tongwen Academy has never changed its dean."

Ningguang confirmed Ye Lan's guess. Looking at Ye Lan's incredulous expression, a smile appeared on her lips.

It's not common to see Ye Lan behave like this.

"So... the old dean is an immortal?" In Ye Lan's worldview, anyone who can live so long in Liyue must be an immortal, right?

Ningguang shook her head. "I had guessed the same thing before. Unfortunately, now that the old dean has passed away, the many immortals in Liyue have not reacted at all. Obviously, he is not an immortal."

After a pause, he continued, "So, I was so surprised when I heard the news of his death."

Ye Lan frowned: "If he is not an immortal, then how did he live so long?"

"Ha, then I don't know." Ningguang laughed and then shook her head. She really didn't know.

"Forget it, there's no use thinking too much. So what are your plans next? What do I need to do?" Ye Lan thought for a moment and felt that this was not something she needed to consider. She was Ningguang's collaborator, but Ningguang was the dominant one in their partnership, so she just needed to listen to Ningguang's plan.

Ningguang sat on the chair, supporting her head with one hand and tapping the tabletop lightly with one finger.

She thought for a while before she spoke: "No matter what the old dean's true identity was, he is already dead. Pursuing the secrets of a deceased person does not meet our goals. However, since the old dean has passed away, the position of dean of Tongwen College is vacant."

"Tongwen Academy is the largest academy in Liyue. There are countless sons of high-ranking officials and nobles, as well as intelligent people seeking to learn, studying there. Therefore, Tongwen Academy must be controlled by the Seven Stars, otherwise, there may be a big chaos."

As she spoke, a hint of coldness appeared in Ningguang's eyes.

Chapter 406: Undercurrent

As one of the Seven Stars, Tianquan, Ningguang understands the importance of education and intellectual public opinion.

If Tongwen Academy is run by someone with ulterior motives, Liyue's future education will go astray.

And these intellectuals who have been taught in a crooked way are potential dangers.

"Ye Lan, I need you to investigate all the senior gentlemen in Tongwen Academy to see what their current stance is. Who is close to us and who doesn't like us? I want to know all of this."

"You want to support a new dean among them?" Yelan understood what Ningguang meant.

Ning Guang remained calm and looked at Ye Lan: "Maybe, I will also investigate in the General Affairs Department to see if there is a suitable person. No matter what the background of the next dean is, as long as he is on our side, he will That’s it.”

As she spoke, Ningguang remembered something and continued to say to Ye Lan, "Oh, Uncle Tian's health is getting worse and worse. He decided to start the Tianshu Star selection in advance. He told me that he hopes you can help with the test. I agreed. Remember to contact Uncle Tian later."

"Okay, I'll go then." Ye Lan nodded and walked out.

After Yelan left, Baiwen came back.

Ning Guang looked at Baiwen: "Baiwen, help me re-plan my itinerary. I need to go there in person for the old dean's funeral."

Baiwen nodded immediately: "Okay, I will go to the Shengtang Hall to inquire about the specific time in a moment, and I will resubmit it to you after making the plan."

Ning Guang nodded, did not continue speaking, and lowered his head again to start approving other documents.

As a Tianquan star, she is really busy.

……

Liyue·Feiyunpo·Beiguo Bank.

In the room where Wang Daoyi once came,

Pantalone took over the latest intelligence list from the intelligence officers of the Fools.

Take a casual look,

A glimmer of light appeared in Pantalone's eyes, as if she had seen something interesting.

"Then the old man is dead? Oh, he is finally dead."

Pantalone showed a happy smile,

Then he looked at the Fool Intelligence Officer in front of him and said, "Since the position of dean of Tongwen Academy is vacant, the infiltration into Liyue will also be accelerated."

"Go investigate and see if there is anyone from Tongwen Academy who is interested in that position, but it is difficult to get the support of the Seven Stars, or... willing to cooperate with us for a win-win situation."

"Find him, contact him, and finally, absorb him."

The Fool Intelligence Officer in front of Pantalone nodded, he knew very well what the Executive Officer meant.

This is not the first time they have done this kind of thing [raising a dog].

Before, they bribed a man named Zhiyi, who was even a candidate for Tianshu Star, one of the Seven Stars.

Even people in such high positions may be bribed by them.

So, it’s hard to believe that a mere Tongwen Academy can’t find anyone willing to cooperate with them.

On the main seat, Pantalone looked at the expressions of his subordinates, his eyes froze slightly. He saw that his subordinates did not care about Tongwen Academy.

"Oh, are you thinking that a mere Tongwen Academy can be easily managed?" Pantalone's tone was slightly chilly, "I tell you, Tongwen Academy is the most important part of Liyue's cultural heritage. The mouthpieces of the Yue mainstream are all based on this. Liyue's big and small booksellers and many newspapers are all funded by the Tongwen Academy. So, if you mess up this matter, haha, you can go to Xumi to find Dotore. , I heard that he is quite short of people."

Upon hearing Pantalone's words, all the fools below immediately broke into cold sweat.

He really doesn't care much about Tongwen Academy. In his opinion, promoting the Liyue native named Zhiyi to Tianshu Star is a more important thing than Tongwen Academy.

However, now that Pantalone has issued a death threat to him, he has to turn most of his energy to Tongwen Academy.

Yes, for most other Executive Officers, going to work for the Doctor is basically a death sentence.