It must be said that for the artists of Liyue, a figure like Zhongli, with his elegant demeanor, mature and steady presence, and vast knowledge of poetry, is both their most beloved and most feared audience.
Because such an audience understands too much. Performing in front of Zhongli feels like being judged by a panel. Of course, if one can gain the approval of such an audience, the satisfaction and achievement it brings to the performer are beyond compare.
Yun Jin was precisely like this. Hearing Mr. Zhongli praise her from others' mouths immediately made her overjoyed, and the relationship with their group became closer as a result.
"You were just asking about the perilous conch. Does that mean you are also participating in Ningguang's Jade Chamber reconstruction competition?"
"Yes, wow, it seems we are rivals then."
Yuto raised his hand to indicate: "Let me clarify first, I don't have any questions for Ningguang; I'm just participating."
Shenhe also explained: "Me too, I'm just helping Lumine and Paimon."
Beidou also explained: "I don't have any questions either. I was just dragged along by her to help and participate in the competition."
"So, only the Traveler and I truly need the opportunity to ask questions? In that case, we can cooperate. Miss Ningguang said that the first three people to gather all the materials will receive rewards: three opportunities to ask questions."
"That's certainly possible, but the mingxia floating stone stage is tricky. Although Yun Jin and I each brought a mingxia floating stone, I heard that the Feiyun Commerce Guild has an extraordinarily large one, much larger than both of ours combined. I estimate that whoever can bid on that mingxia floating stone will secure a spot.
It's bizarre; I don't know where they got such a massive mingxia floating stone from."
Beidou's cursing made Lumine and Paimon's gaze involuntarily turn towards Yuto, who awkwardly scratched his head but offered no explanation.
"Shenhe on our side can create Adeptus Sigils, so that means we only need one perilous conch. Master Zhang, can you make one?"
"To be honest, I can indeed make them. When Lady Ningguang repaired the Jade Chamber last time, I also contributed. However, the ores for crafting the perilous conch are quite rare. Last time, Lady Ningguang prepared them. I wonder if you brought any this time?"
"Uh, no. May I ask which ores are needed?"
"Hmm, generally speaking, two types are needed: [Stardust Iron Ore] and [secret china stone]. If I remember correctly, Lady Ningguang found the Stardust Iron Ore near Mt. Tianheng last time. Although it's hard to find, with some effort, it can always be located. But for the secret china stone, I'm not sure; I heard it rarely appears on the market."
"In that case, let's split into two groups. I'll go back to the ship and ask the knowledgeable Suling if she has any leads. As for you, go to Mt. Tianheng to look for clues. Whichever side succeeds, we'll be one step closer to victory."
"Agreed! Agreed!" Paimon danced in the air.
Meanwhile, Shenhe, as if remembering something, looked a little downcast and murmured, "Mt. Tianheng..."
Yuto patted Shenhe's shoulder reassuringly: "It's okay, it's all in the past." Shenhe looked at Yuto, nodded, and then followed the group towards Mt. Tianheng.
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