The Weapon Master Shall Never Die Bare-Handed in Genshin Impact [150]

That evening, as Lumine and Paimon returned to the inn after a long day, they bumped into Jia Changjiang, who had also just come back from his own adventures.

“Hmm?”

Jia Changjiang raised an eyebrow at their exhausted, drained expressions.

“What happened to you two?” he asked.

Lumine glanced at her hands, then sighed. “We spent the day spending money…”

“Several million Mora… to help Feiyun Commerce Guild buy out all the Noctilucous Jade in Liyue.”

Paimon floated nearby, her dazed expression matching Lumine’s. “So… much… Mora…”

“???”

Jia Changjiang frowned in confusion. “How on earth did you manage to get involved with a commerce guild the moment we arrived in Liyue?”

Lumine pouted. “Hey! We were doing something important!”

She raised her chin and continued, “We were out doing acts of chivalry! And we also found the Teyvat Travel Guide for Liyue!”

“You?” Jia Changjiang gave her a skeptical look. “Chivalry? What, were you chasing Mora or a pretty face?”

“I was motivated by a sense of justice, thank you very much!” Lumine declared, only for Paimon to casually expose her.

“She only helped because she thought this really bookish person was a girl. Turns out, it was the second young master of Feiyun Commerce Guild…”

“Paimon!”

Lumine grabbed Paimon’s cheeks in retaliation before glaring at the smirking Jia Changjiang. “And what about you, huh? What were you doing all day?”

“Me?”

Jia Changjiang’s face lit up as he recounted his day. “I met this pretty skilled kid, and he gave me a rundown of Liyue and some of its customs. Really interesting stuff!”

He added, “I also asked around about the Rite of Descension. Turns out, we got here at just the right time—it’ll happen in just a few days.”

He leaned in enthusiastically. “You’re searching for the Seven, right? This is your chance! We’ll find a great spot, and you can see if Rex Lapis is the god you’re looking for. If he is, we draw our weapons and charge in. If not, we bolt.”

Lumine squinted at him suspiciously. “Why does it sound like you’re trying to set me up?”

“How could you think that?” Jia Changjiang replied with mock offense. “Relax. What could possibly go wrong at a simple ceremonial event?”

Lumine hesitated, mulling over his words. It’s just a ceremony… What could really happen?

She scratched her chin and muttered, “It’s not like the moment we arrive in Liyue, their god would suddenly disappear, right?”

“Still… I wonder if Rex Lapis is the one I’m searching for…”

After a brief pause, she nodded. “Alright. Let’s go to the Rite of Descension together.”

“But we’ll keep our distance,” she added firmly. “If he is the enemy, fighting him in his own territory would be way too dangerous.”

“Traveler, you’re really cautious about dealing with gods,” Paimon observed. “And you seem especially wary of the Seven…”

“...I don’t know which god took my brother,” Lumine admitted. “Until I do, I can’t afford to let my guard down.”

“It’s settled, then,” Jia Changjiang said with a grin. “We’ll head to Yujing Terrace and find a high vantage point to watch the ceremony.”

He rubbed his hands together. “From what I’ve heard, Liyue’s adepti mostly take on beast-like forms. Rex Lapis himself, being their leader, is said to appear as a half-dragon, half-kirin figure. Doesn’t that sound powerful?”

“Something interesting is bound to happen…”

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Early in the morning, Jia Changjiang, Lumine, and Paimon set out for Yujing Terrace, where the ceremony would take place.

Liyue’s highest point, it served as the perfect site for a grand ritual connecting the people to their god.

Along the way, they grabbed some breakfast from a street vendor—steamed buns and other delicacies—and made their way up while munching on their food.

By the time they arrived, the terrace was already bustling with activity. Worshippers filled the space, some praying at incense burners while others jostled for a good view of the ceremony.

Jia Changjiang, Lumine, and Paimon managed to find a decent spot, settling down to wait for the event to begin.

At the center of Yujing Terrace stood a colossal incense burner, its presence commanding respect.

Amidst the preparations, a woman with flowing white hair and an air of opulence stood out. Her elegant attire and commanding presence left no doubt that she was someone of great importance.

“Who’s that?” Lumine asked, biting into her bun. “She looks so elegant, so rich, and so… powerful.”

“That’s Ningguang!” Paimon answered. “She’s one of Liyue’s Qixing—seven merchants who represent the city’s major commercial forces. They’re basically in charge of Liyue!”

“Jean mentioned her before!”

“So she’s Ningguang…” Lumine’s eyes sparkled. “Wow, she’s even more beautiful than I imagined.”

“She really is,” Jia Changjiang agreed, leaning against the railing. “Rare to see someone with such grace and charm. Truly stunning…”

“Jax, do you like her type?” Lumine suddenly asked, her tone sharp with suspicion. “Because if you do, I’m not backing down!”

“...I’m not looking to court anyone right now.” Jia Changjiang waved her off but cast another glance at Ningguang, who was overseeing the preparations for the Rite.

“But,” he added, “it’s perfectly normal for a man to admire someone like her. She’s wealthy, captivating, and radiates strength. Who wouldn’t be drawn to that?”

He paused, his eyes drifting to the golden Vision hanging at Ningguang’s waist.

“Correction: wealthy, captivating, and powerful.”

Jia Changjiang sighed wistfully. “Too bad she’s a merchant… not exactly the type of opponent I’m looking for.”

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