I, the Geo Archon Morax with 2.1 Billion Mora, Have Joined a Chat Group [80]

"Hmph… let us see what happens."

Cloud Retainer’s voice came through the talisman again. Though reluctant in tone, the words carried an unspoken agreement with Ningguang’s reasoning.

Ningguang, however, remained unfazed.

As a pragmatic individual, she cared little for verbal victories. Her focus was on tangible outcomes. This time, her decision to allow Ganyu and the Traveler to facilitate the adepti’s inspection of the Archon’s remains was not just a gesture of cooperation—it was a calculated step to maintain stability in Liyue.

"Enough talk. Disconnect the link for now and record the condition of the remains using the talisman. Deliver the evidence to us."

With that, the talisman dimmed, returning to the Traveler’s hand.

Zhongli stepped forward. “Allow me to handle the recording,” he said calmly.

“Everyone here should appear alongside the remains as proof of their presence. As for myself, there’s no need for the adepti to see me.”

The Traveler tilted her head in thought before nodding. “Alright.”

With a soft snap, she handed the talisman to Zhongli.

Holding the talisman, Zhongli infused it with his Geo energy, activating its recording function. The back of the talisman shimmered with a delicate projection of a crane’s eye.

Raising the talisman, Zhongli captured the full splendor of the Archon’s remains resting in the golden hall. For nearly two minutes, the talisman recorded the scene in silence.

When Zhongli sensed the talisman’s energy nearing depletion, he turned to the others. “Step closer to the remains. Let the adepti see you as witnesses—this will serve as proof of your sincerity.”

At his suggestion, the Traveler, Paimon, Ganyu, and Ningguang gathered beneath the majestic form of the Archon’s remains. The final moments of the recording captured all four of them standing in solemn silence before the talisman’s energy faded.

The crane’s eye projection vanished, leaving behind only the stored recording. As expected, Zhongli’s figure was absent from the talisman’s view.

Zhongli handed the talisman back to the Traveler.

When the Traveler reactivated the talisman, a gruff male voice emerged.

"We’ve received the recording and reviewed part of it. Based on the evidence, we can confirm this is indeed the Geo Archon’s body. This is his true form."

A heavy silence followed.

"As difficult as it is to accept, the Archon’s death is undeniable."

The voice paused before continuing.

"Ningguang, I must ask you: can you truly guarantee the integrity of the Liyue Qixing?"

Ningguang hesitated briefly, her composure unbroken. “I cannot,” she admitted, her voice calm but firm.

"Hmph… as expected."

"I am Mountain Shaper. Tianquan Ningguang, I will grant you the benefit of the doubt—for now. But the fact remains: the Geo Archon perished in Liyue Harbor, under the Qixing’s watch. While you stand before us, the rest of the Qixing remain under suspicion."

Ningguang nodded without argument. “Indeed, esteemed adepti, Liyue has been rife with unrest since the Archon’s passing."

“Though the immediate livelihood of Liyue’s people has not yet suffered, the underlying turmoil is undeniable. Left unchecked, it will fester and bring calamity. As the Tianquan, it is my duty to stabilize Liyue Harbor."

“And we must also eliminate the culprits—those so-called Apostles of Outer Order. To fight them alone would be unwise. We need to unite our strengths.”

"Your words hold merit, Ningguang. But the Qixing have not earned our trust. Do not speak further of such alliances."

Mountain Shaper’s voice was curt, rejecting her proposal outright.

"Pursue the truth of the Archon’s death in your way, and we will do the same in ours. For now, we will not interfere with each other."

Ningguang’s lips curved into a faint smile, though her tone remained resolute.

“Honored adepti, would you truly stand by and watch as Liyue Harbor descends into chaos? Would you turn away from its people as they suffer, their lives torn apart?"

“If the Qixing’s power proves insufficient to stop these Apostles, and destruction spreads across the harbor, how could I face the Archon in the afterlife?"

“The Geo Archon cherished Liyue’s people, revered fairness and contracts above all else. The contracts you once swore with him bound you to protect this land and its inhabitants."

“But now that the Archon has passed, those contracts are void. Even so, the adepti remain an indispensable force for Liyue’s safety."

“I implore you—renew those contracts. Stand with us once more to safeguard Liyue Harbor and its people.”"

Ningguang’s words were heavy with sincerity, her expression unwavering.

To her, order and contracts were not just principles—they were the very foundations of her life’s success. Chaos was the last thing a merchant like her would ever tolerate.

The adepti’s voices softened.

"Hmm…"

It was clear her plea had struck a chord.

Ningguang stepped closer to the talisman, her voice steady and filled with conviction.

“If you cannot trust the Qixing, then trust me. I, Ningguang, pledge all my wealth, resources, and even my life to forge a contract with you, the adepti. In exchange, I ask that you protect Liyue Harbor.”

Another voice, calm and youthful, replied from the talisman.

"Ningguang… I am the Vigilant Yaksha, Conqueror of Demons. I accept your proposal. I will honor the Geo Archon’s will and safeguard Liyue, as I have for millennia."

"This is my answer."

One by one, more voices followed.

"Very well. I will acknowledge you."

"Hmph… I didn’t expect such resolve from a member of the Qixing. Fine, I will honor this contract."

"But mark my words: uncovering the truth of the Archon’s death is a condition of this agreement. You must dedicate all your power to tracking down the Apostles and ensuring their destruction."

“Of course!” Ningguang’s smile grew, her triumph evident.

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T/N: need a sugar mommy like ningguang fr

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