What bad intentions could the original dragon have?

But she really didn't expect that the mortals' art of talismans had almost been lost.

In this case, if you sell the talisman again, you will just earn Mora, which is meaningless.

----

"Linglong, you seem very disappointed." Ying sat on the railing of the bridge, looking at the flowing water below, shaking her legs and said.

"Well, I'm not 'very' disappointed... just a little bit." Zhong Ling sighed. "It's just that I feel that my expectations have not been met."

Zhong Ling knew that people nowadays were already doing very well, and from various perspectives they could already get an "excellent" grade.

But there is still a little disappointment that expectations were not met.

If it were in the past, Zhong Ling would not have this feeling. After all, the Taoist tradition has been broken, so let's pass it on again. These immortals are not dead yet.

It's not a big deal.

But now it’s different, [Emperor Rock King] has decided to abdicate the throne.

This made Zhong Ling feel a little anxious.

Although immortals do not have the same great love as demons, but... after all, it is a place they have guarded for such a long time, so they will always have feelings for it.

Before the "storm" caused by the departure of [Emperor Rock] came, Zhong Ling certainly hoped that Liyue would have more power to withstand this storm.

"Actually, Linglong, you think too much." Ying turned her head and said with a smile. "Just as you didn't expect that the inheritance of the 'Talisman Art' was almost cut off, perhaps people have already acquired powers that you can't imagine?"

Ying has been around for so long that she is naturally knowledgeable.

If there is no 'magic magic', then there is still 'technology'.

"Have you forgotten little Keri?"

"..." Zhong Ling suddenly reacted after Ying mentioned this.

Indeed, the original purpose of the immortals teaching their magic was to enable mortals to have the ability to protect themselves, nothing more.

So...if people already have the ability to protect themselves, what does it matter whether the methods they use are magical spells?

"Alas... after living for a long time, it is inevitable that your thoughts will become a little rigid..."

B.14 The Last Tulle

As time goes by, the 'Ceremony of Inviting the Immortals' is getting closer.

'I always feel like something big is about to happen...' The closer it got to the 'Ceremony of Inviting the Immortals', the more uneasy Ying felt, as if something big was about to happen.

But what can happen? According to what we have learned during this period.

Liyue's combat effectiveness at the three levels of [Seven Rulers of the World], [Dependents], and [Mortals] are among the best among the seven countries, and its overall strength can be said to be ranked first.

Can anything big happen in a country like this?

"Is it possible... that this incident is just targeting me?" Thinking about it carefully, it seems possible.

"Could it be Linglong's brother, the mysterious Mr. Zhongli?" Ying pondered this possibility.

Since there is no possibility of anything major happening in Liyue, then I am probably the only one who is likely to have something major happen.

I usually don't cause trouble... After eliminating all possibilities, I should be the one who suffers.

"Tomorrow is the 'Ceremony of Inviting the Immortals'." Ying looked at Zhong Ling who was reading a book in the house. "I am a little curious about what Linglong was like when she was an immortal."

Although Zhong Ling acknowledged his identity as an immortal, he never directly admitted it, nor did he show his demeanor as an immortal.

Ying was not a fool. She understood it as soon as she thought about it. Zhong Ling probably wanted to give her a surprise so that she could see her as an immortal in the "Ceremony of Inviting the Immortal".

"Hehe~"

"What are you laughing at?" Hearing Ying's strange laughter, Zhong Ling, who was reading a book, raised her head and looked towards Ying.

When you have nothing to do, reading is a good choice to kill time.

As for what to read...no one says that immortals must read some profound books.

As for the book in Zhong Ling's hand...

It is a very popular fantasy novel in recent years, "The Record of the Broken Halberd of the Gods".

"I'm thinking about tomorrow's 'Ceremony of Inviting the Immortals'." Ying said with a smile.

"'Ceremony of Inviting the Immortals'... By the way, I can't attend the 'Ceremony of Inviting the Immortals' with you tomorrow." Zhong Ling suddenly remembered the plan that Morax had told her last night.

According to the plan, she had to go back to Bailong Gorge first.

Morax said that he originally wanted to find someone who could avoid everyone and go to inform the immortals that the Rock King had been murdered.

As a result, she brought back... Let’s not worry about the relationship for now, anyway, she brought back someone with decent ability, and this person is the best candidate.

All in all, Zhong Ling's current idea is...

Can you let Ying see her form as the Dragon King? How handsome!

Zhong Ling is quite confident in his form as a white dragon, and... this may be the last time that [Naga Dragon King] appears.

"Eh?" Ying was stunned for a moment, then nodded. "Yeah~ I understand~"

"Linglong must separate from me first, and then transform into an immortal and appear at the 'Ceremony of Inviting Immortals'."

According to what we know, for the past five hundred years, the "Ceremony of Inviting the Immortals" has only been performed by [Emperor Rock King] Morax who has given down the oracle.

However, in the "Ceremony of Inviting the Immortals" five hundred years ago, many immortals actually came.

The most famous ones are [Cangming Yuanjun], [Liuyunjiefeng Zhenjun], [Xiaoyuezhuyang Zhenjun], [Lishuidieshan Zhenjun]...

These people are often in Liyue, so they will be present.

The other immortals are either not interested in these things or are traveling in the mortal world.

All in all, at the 'Ceremony of Inviting the Immortals' five hundred years ago, it was not only the [Emperor King of Rock] who came.

In other words, the "Ceremony of Inviting the Immortals" invites not only [Emperor Rock King] but all the immortals.

"What do you know?" Zhong Ling was a little confused when she saw Ying's charming smile.

Then she realized that Ying thought she was going to "go home to change clothes" to attend the "Ceremony of Inviting the Immortals" to give her a surprise.

Although this was indeed the original plan, the plan has now changed dramatically.

"Even if Linglong doesn't tell me, I know it~" Ying is now really looking forward to what Zhong Ling will look like as an immortal.

In Ying's memory, immortals have always been those who are indifferent and free from emotions and desires.

But Zhong Ling obviously doesn't look like that high and mighty immortal, but more like a...rich, innocent young lady.

Ying wanted to see what Zhong Ling was like as an immortal.

"Linglong's actions, wuwuwu!!!" When Paimon was about to say something, Ying hugged Paimon and covered Paimon's mouth with her hands.

They still haven't really pointed out the fact that Zhong Ling is an immortal, although everyone knows it.

However, the 'Ceremony of Inviting the Immortal' is approaching, and Ying must witness with her own eyes the moment when Zhong Ling takes off her veil!

She has been looking forward to it for a long time!

"..." Zhong Ling did not reply, but just chuckled.

----

What is important when directing a play?

It's the script and the actors.

The script is divided into three acts, so the actors must naturally be arranged.

The first scene is about [Emperor Rock King] who returned to heaven during the "Ceremony of Inviting the Immortal".

The second act is about holding the [immortals] of Liyue accountable, and now someone has taken the lead.

However, Liyue Harbor and Jueyunjian are far apart, and the [immortals] cannot receive the message in a short period of time, so there must be a "messenger", and this person... Naga's destined person is the most suitable, he has little relationship with Liyue, and he is powerful enough to take on this important task.

As for how to get her to accept this important task...that [lady] has already made arrangements.

The third act is the period when the [Fairies] come to Liyue Harbor. Due to the death of [Emperor Rock King], the seal of the Eight Dragons is loosened, and the ancient demon god returns to the world again. Although it sounds a bit dangerous, there will be no problem as long as Naga is there.

Thousands of years ago, Baqiu, who had the faith of those [Children of the Sea God], had his power and strength at its peak.

If it were killed, the surging waves would be so huge that even if Morax, Rota and Naga joined forces to resist them, it would be difficult to guarantee that there would not be any omissions.

The common people at that time could no longer withstand another "natural disaster".

But it’s different now. The power of the Eight Qiongs has become very weak, and the Naga alone is enough to deal with them.

When the story ended, Liyue's [Emperor Geo], [Cangming Yuanjun] and the most dangerous "Undercurrent" disappeared together.

The time will come when Liyue belongs to humans.

However... during the execution of the script, Morax must be wary of another group of guys who don't follow the script.

When the chessboard is overturned, what kind of trouble will these guys cause?

B.15 Emperor was murdered

Department stores are everywhere, thousands of ships are arriving, and thousands of merchants are coming

This is Liyue.

Although Liyue was also very prosperous in the past, countless merchants from all over the world would come to the annual "Ceremony of Inviting the Immortals".

Their purpose is simple, it is nothing more than 'making money'!

For a businessman, it doesn’t matter whether he makes money while standing or begs on his knees, as long as he can make money.

For Teyvat, the best way to make money is to keep up with current events.

The annual "Ceremony of Inviting the Immortals" is a grand event where [Emperor Geo] sends down oracles to guide the direction of Liyue for the year.

The 'Liyue Seven Stars' will formulate this year's course of action based on the oracle of [Emperor Geo].

Moreover, the person who presides over the "Ceremony of Inviting the Immortals" of the [Seven Stars of Liyue] is a different person every year, so the course of action is different every year.

And this year, it happens to be [Tianquan Star] among the [Seven Stars of Liyue], which is in charge of modifying and formulating laws.

'Tian Quan is supreme' is not just a saying. Tian Quan Xing is in charge of amending and formulating laws. Every 'little move' she makes can cause a stir in the business community.

Therefore, this year's "Ceremony of Inviting the Immortals" is more grand than previous years.

----

"Look, traveler, that's..." Ying and Paimeng arrived at Yujingtai early.

"Yujingtai" is the square where the "Ceremony of Inviting the Immortals" is held every year.

At this time, Paimon was at Yujingtai, facing the port, where there was a protruding platform.

On the platform stood two colossal statues.

Although it is not as big as the 'Statue of the God of Wind' in Mondstadt's square, its size is comparable to those 'Statues of the God of Seven Days' standing in the suburbs.

Of the two statues, the one on the left is a rock dragon sitting upright and howling towards the sky, while the one on the right is a white dragon climbing up a pillar on the clouds.

"There are inscriptions on it." There are inscriptions on the base of the statue, which explain the identities of the two statues.

According to the description, these two statues are dragons that once followed [Emperor Rock King] to conquer the world.

The one on the left is the rock dragon, [Rādhāraṇa].

The one on the right is the white dragon, [Naga Dragon King].

From the perspective of these two stone sculptures, they are watching over Liyue Harbor.

In the kingdom of Liyue, there is no huge 'Rock God Statue'.

Maybe you can't see it in Liyue Harbor, but you can see it when you leave Liyue Harbor and walk on this land.

There are stone beasts near many roads.

In some special areas, there are statues comparable to the size of the "Wind God Statue", but these statues are not of the [Emperor Rock King], but the [Thousand Rock Group] of ancient times.

The reason is very simple, because [Gran Emperor] once said, "The prosperity of the country of Liyue depends not only on the oracle of [Gran Emperor], but also on the countless people of the Rock God who responded to the 'contract'."

It is for this reason that, in the mouth of [Emperor Rock King], the credit does not belong solely to him, but to countless people.

This is why Liyue does not have a huge "Granite Statue", but has statues of heroes who fought alongside the [Granite Emperor].