"And as for Bosacius…"

Xiao glanced at Zhongli, who shook his head.

"Bosacius's situation isn't looking good. Let's wait for Yixiao and the others to be revived first. We'll prepare to head down to the depths beneath The Chasm."

Xiao wasn't in a hurry. After all, the situation in The Chasm was known to be unusually strange. There was no need to recklessly drag Zhongli into danger.

"Going there is fine," he said.

Ryen clapped his hands.

"But remember—make sure to sleep and rest. If none of you rest, and you go five days without sleep, the Phantoms will launch a massive attack tomorrow night."

"That would definitely disrupt our plans."

The immortals naturally understood this too. They didn't want to cause any trouble for everyone.

With brief farewells, everyone scattered to begin searching for the remnants of the immortals' souls.

On the side, Venti was unusually quiet. After a long pause, he softly asked:

"Ryen, is it possible to revive the children and Knights of Favonius members who were harmed by the Doctor?"

Hearing this, Jean and the others tensed up.

"In theory, it shouldn't be a problem," Ryen said thoughtfully, nodding.

"But you all need to understand—human souls are not as resilient as those of the original gods or immortals. So, most of the time, those who died are likely to be..."

Seeing Jean and the others lower their heads in disappointment, Ryen changed his tone:

"But still, as I've said before—just find the soul fragments. If that really doesn't work, you can bring the modified children here."

"With enchanted golden apples around, any problem can be solved."

Hearing that, Tartaglia promptly said:

"I'll speak with the Tsaritsa about this. She'll figure out a way to get all those children sent here."

Diluc cast a sidelong glance at Tartaglia and said meaningfully:

"Didn't expect you to have a conscience."

"Huh?"

Tartaglia rolled his eyes in annoyance.

"I'm not some madman like the Doctor with no bottom line. I have younger siblings too. To me, they're more important than my own life."

"If we can help those children, that's the best outcome."

Diluc let out a quiet hum. After a moment, he said softly:

"The Mora you owe me—forget it."

"Seriously?" Tartaglia raised an eyebrow.

"It's only ten billion Mora," Diluc replied calmly. "Compared to the lives of those children, what does it even matter?"

"Deal! Then I really appreciate it."

Tartaglia grinned as he gave Diluc a hearty pat on the shoulder—and this time, Diluc didn't dodge it.

He had, reluctantly, come to accept Tartaglia.

But Tartaglia was overjoyed.

That ten-billion-Mora debt? He was still planning to send the bill to the Northland Bank.

When the time came, all that Mora would go straight into his own pocket.

Why not?

With the main conversation wrapped up, the day was already nearing dusk.

No one had any plans to leave, so they simply stayed in Ryen's courtyard, waiting for dinner.

It was only then that Beidou and Ayaka, who had been somewhat confused all along, finally began to understand.

What exactly Ryen and the others had been discussing earlier.

What the true, earth-shattering secret of Liyue was.

They…

Had gained control of a mysterious world!

No wonder Liyue was developing so rapidly now—it was all thanks to the benefits brought by that world!

Beidou's eyes lit up with interest. Going on an adventure in an unknown world… it sounded—

Far more fun than sailing across the familiar seas of Teyvat!

Beidou excitedly slapped Ningguang on the shoulder.

"You've really been hiding something good! I originally thought you were just hiding a man here."

"But turns out—you were hiding a whole world!"

Ningguang frowned slightly and replied in a low voice:

"That world belongs to Ryen!"

"It's all the same! Hey, this kind of fun stuff, and you didn't tell me sooner? That's just mean!"

Beidou crossed her arms and gave Ningguang a disgruntled look.

"Are we going to that world tomorrow? Count me in!"

"Whether you go or not isn't up to me,"

Ningguang said, a little exasperated, turning her gaze to Ryen.

Ryen smiled warmly at Beidou and said softly:

"If Captain Beidou wants to join, of course there's no problem. We're preparing to explore the Twilight Forest, and the more powerful allies we have, the better."

"Captain Beidou's legend of slaying Haishan is widely known—I believe your strength will more than suffice."

Beidou nodded proudly.

"Ningguang! Learn from your man, he sure knows how to talk!"

Ningguang rolled her eyes and didn't respond. Beidou was the one person she could never handle.

Just then, Ganyu noticed Ayaka, who had been following behind Beidou the whole time.

The more she looked, the more familiar she seemed. After a moment, Ganyu clapped her hands in realization.

"You're Lady Kamisato Ayaka of the Yashiro Commission in Inazuma, aren't you?"

Ayaka nodded slightly. Beidou chuckled and said:

"I brought her up to the Jade Chamber before too. None of you noticed?"

"Sorry…"

Ganyu looked a little embarrassed as she glanced at Ayaka.

"Back then, I was too focused on Osial and didn't notice Lady Kamisato."

"By the way, Lady Kamisato, are you here in Liyue for travel?"

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