Hearing Jean's words, Kaeya's expression suddenly turned a bit strange.
Kael has a connection with the newly arrived Traveler Lumine?
"It should be impossible."
Hesitating for a moment, Kaeya shook his head. "However, that Traveler repelled Stormterror. You definitely need to see her."
"En."
Hearing this, Jean nodded. "Regardless of the power she displayed or her identity, she is an aid to Mondstadt and has helped Mondstadt. I indeed need to meet her."
"And although Kael looks like an ordinary adventurer, his behavior and the abilities he has displayed are truly not simple."
"Currently, Albedo and I can judge that he has nothing to do with the Fatui, but it's unclear regarding the Abyss Order."
"This point needs to be discussed in person."
"Perhaps, it's a ready-made opportunity."
"Maybe we can invite them together."
"That works too."
While Jean and Kaeya were communicating...
Time passed quietly.
Unknowingly.
A morning passed quietly.
As the morning hustle and bustle subsided, order in the streets of Mondstadt gradually returned to normal.
The busy figures of Mondstadt residents shuttled through the streets and alleys, cleaning up the damage caused by Stormterror, gradually repairing their homes and streets.
The fresh air was mixed with the slight smell of wood and earth.
As if everything was slowly returning to its original state.
Kael, Fischl, Lumine, and Paimon also helped a lot in the cleanup work.
Everyone worked side by side, sorting out ruins, moving items, and organizing the messy streets.
Although the shadow brought by Stormterror could still be felt, everyone's face was filled with determination and hope.
The atmosphere in Mondstadt gradually returned to calm.
Although the threat of Stormterror had not been completely lifted...
Seeing everyone working together, everyone felt much more relaxed.
Finally, after some busy efforts, everyone gradually breathed a sigh of relief, temporarily freed from this chaos.
The cleanup work came to a temporary end. Everyone felt exhausted but satisfied.
Paimon stretched and revealed a big smile. "That's great!"
"The streets of Mondstadt are finally back to normal. I'm exhausted!"
"Let's go eat something first."
Kael smiled and turned to walk toward Good Hunter. "Everyone has worked hard. Let's talk after we're full. My treat."
"Okay!"
Hearing Kael say this, Paimon looked pleasantly surprised.
Lumine and Fischl's eyes also lit up.
"Pity the Witch of Fire is not here."
Fischl suddenly scanned the surroundings and sighed lightly.
She didn't see Klee.
Hearing Fischl's words, Kael wasn't surprised at all.
With Stormterror attacking so suddenly, Klee must have been ordered by Jean not to run around and stay at the Knights of Favonius Headquarters.
Soon, under Kael's lead...
The group walked into Good Hunter.
The air was filled with the delicious aroma of food.
Many people were already sitting in the restaurant, communicating.
After Kael, Lumine, and the others sat down, the owner greeted them enthusiastically.
The table was soon filled with colorful and fragrant delicacies.
Seeing the table full of food, Paimon's eyes lit up instantly, and she kept praising, "So delicious! Really delicious! I feel like I can eat a whole table!"
Lumine scratched her head. "It's been a long time since I sat down like this and enjoyed a meal properly."
As she spoke, Lumine immediately started eating.
They ate roasted meat while communicating.
Mainly Paimon asking about adventurers, and Kael explaining what he could.
Paimon exclaimed that Kael knew a lot.
Soon, they ate and drank their fill, and Kael paid the bill.
"I didn't expect everyone to be here. Just right."
Just as they walked out of Good Hunter, a hearty laugh rang out.
It was Kaeya.
Kaeya walked over, scrutinizing Kael while his mind raced, and said, "Traveler Lumine and Paimon, you helped Mondstadt. Grand Master Jean wishes to meet you."
"And Mr. Kael Arclight. Grand Master Jean also wants to talk to you."
As he spoke, Kaeya looked at Kael.
"No problem."
Hearing Kaeya's words, Kael nodded gently, not surprised.
The Knights of Favonius looking for him was actually later than he estimated.
In his opinion, after the Whopperflower corpse was taken away by Albedo, the Knights should have come to find him for a chat.
He didn't expect the Knights to be so composed.
It took a few days for them to come.
Kael even suspected it was because of Stormterror.
If Stormterror hadn't attacked, would the Knights still be observing?
The Knights looking for him was definitely to ask about previous matters. He had nothing to hide.
He even wanted to turn passivity into initiative.
This time was a perfect opportunity.
Thinking of the "Retarded System" he possessed, Kael's mind raced.
Finally, he could try out his idea.
Seeing Kael being so decisive, Kaeya looked slightly surprised.
He thought Kael would refuse.
He didn't expect Kael to agree.
Or even to be certain that he would come.
Immediately, Kaeya led Lumine, Paimon, Kael, and Fischl to the Knights of Favonius Headquarters.
As they approached the Headquarters, the majestic building became clearer.
The high tower standing in the center of Mondstadt was like a majestic fortress against the blue sky.
On the surrounding stone roads, the neat steps of the knights intertwined with the busy streets into an elegant picture.
"This place is indeed unusual."
Paimon couldn't help but exclaim.
Lumine nodded in agreement.
Such a solemn and powerful building faintly revealed an awe-inspiring atmosphere.
"The Knights of Favonius have always been one of the guardians of Mondstadt. When Stormterror appeared, they were always the first to stand up," Kael said with a light laugh beside them.
His words made Kaeya look over in surprise.
This guy really understands the Knights.
Immediately, Kaeya led everyone into the hall of the Knights.
Passing through a long corridor, he pushed open a heavy door.
Inside, Jean had been waiting for a long time.
Jean sat behind her desk, wearing an exquisite knight's uniform. Her desk was tidy and orderly.
Sensing the visitors, she looked up, her gaze clear, carrying a kind and serious temperament.
Several documents and maps were placed in front of her, obviously dealing with an urgent matter.
Seeing Kaeya lead the group in, she revealed a gentle smile.
"Welcome, Lumine, Paimon. Mondstadt welcomes you."
Jean's voice was clear and powerful. Her tone had no restraint, instead full of enthusiasm and affinity. "Your arrival is exactly what Mondstadt needs, Travelers brought by the wind."
Saying this, Jean stood up from her seat. "I am the Acting Grand Master of the Knights of Favonius, Jean. This is Lisa, the Librarian."
"Oh? Are these the kind children who came to help because we are short-handed?"
Beside Jean, Lisa looked at Lumine and Paimon, smiling instantly. "So cute. Only, the timing is a bit unfortunate..."
"Since Stormterror awakened, it has been active around the city, creating chaos."
"Now Mondstadt's elemental flow and Ley Line circulation have become like a ball of yarn clawed by a kitten."
"For a mage, this is the worst situation... Skin and mood will get worse..."
"If not for these disturbances, the Knights would have better ways to help you than Missing Person Posters."
Jean took over the conversation. "Please stay in Mondstadt for now. Let us Knights of Favonius try to solve the problem."
Through Amber's report, she already knew Lumine and Paimon's needs.
"Thank you."
Hearing Jean's words, Lumine nodded in thanks.
Then she added quickly, "But we can't just let the Knights worry. Paimon will help too."
Beside her, Paimon also spoke up.
"Mr. Kael, and Miss Fischl."
In the next second, Jean turned her gaze to Kael, smiling. "Thank you adventurers for your contribution to Mondstadt."
"Hmph hmph."
Hearing Jean's words, Fischl hummed lightly.
Kael nodded. "Didn't do much."
He naturally understood what contribution Jean was referring to.
Adventurers completing commissions for the Guild was a contribution to Mondstadt.
After all, even the Knights of Favonius would post many tasks at the Adventurers' Guild.
"I called Mr. Kael here mainly to ask... were Klee's bombs modified by you, Mr. Kael?"
In the next second, Jean asked softly, "That child Klee ran around with bombs. Recently, many places outside Mondstadt showed unusual auras, all related to Klee's bombs."
"Yes."
Kael nodded. "I modified them for Klee."
"Starfall Lake was also caused by Klee bombing fish."
"The explosion in Starfall Valley not long ago was the same."
"Then everything makes sense."
Hearing Kael's affirmative words, Jean suddenly realized.
She didn't expect Kael to be so straightforward.
If Kael did it, then many problems were solved and didn't need to be worried about.
However, Jean still wanted to ask about the situation of the Fatui inside Mondstadt City.
But glancing at Paimon and Lumine who were still there, she thought about it and didn't ask aloud.
After all, there were outsiders.
Although Kaeya and Lisa were her own people, Lumine and Paimon were not yet.
However, getting Kael's confirmation made Jean breathe a sigh of relief.
This way, she didn't need to allocate manpower to this problem.
Being able to clarify it was a good thing.
"Actually, I have no malice toward Mondstadt."
Kael thought of what he was testing, thought for a moment, and said, "You don't need to worry that I will do any damage to Mondstadt..."
"Actually, I can make a deal with Mondstadt."
"Oh?"
Hearing this, Jean paused, looking at Kael. "What deal?"
"I can assist you in solving the Stormterror crisis. I know a lot about Stormterror's crisis, and the secrets behind it."
Kael chuckled. "Behind Stormterror, there is also the shadow of the Abyss Order."
"Abyss Order."
Hearing this, Jean's pupils contracted sharply.
Not only Jean, but Kaeya and Lisa also looked surprised.
Behind Stormterror, there is the shadow of the Abyss Order?
They really didn't know this point.
"Then, what does Mr. Kael want to obtain?"
Jean straightened her face immediately, asking Kael very seriously.
In Jean's view, although she had doubts about why Kael knew these things, she wouldn't ask.
She only needed to know that Kael had no malice toward Mondstadt.
Currently, the problem Mondstadt encountered was mainly the Stormterror crisis.
And Kael actually said he could solve the Stormterror crisis.
Given the information she investigated before, Kael was very unusual. She didn't think Kael would lie.
She wanted to hear Kael's conditions.
I want rewards from the Retarded System.
Hearing Jean's words, Kael complained in his heart.
But on the surface, he still said, "To be honest, I also grew up in Mondstadt. I will also be affected by Stormterror's attack problems. If I have the ability, I naturally need to solve it."
"I can provide you with some intelligence to assist you."
"As for what I want to obtain, naturally, it is for the Knights of Favonius to form an alliance with me. If I need help in the future, within Mondstadt, the Knights of Favonius must help me to the best of their ability."
In Kael's view, building a good relationship with the Knights of Favonius had only benefits and no downsides.
The Stormterror crisis had to be solved.
But since he knew it would be solved eventually, he could completely intervene and seek some benefits for himself.
At the same time, he wanted to test this Retarded System to see if he could exploit it.
"En. The reason sounds... flawless."
Hearing Kael's words, Jean narrowed her eyes.
What Kael said was completely fine.
If he needs help, the Knights of Favonius provide help to the best of their ability?
If the Stormterror crisis could be solved, this was absolutely no problem.
After all, Mondstadt had been deeply affected by Stormterror for quite some time.
"Then, what information can you give?"
In the next second, Jean spoke.
She couldn't just believe whatever Kael said.
At least, Kael had to produce some convincing information.
"When Stormterror attacked Mondstadt, the hurricane shrouding Mondstadt already exposed the source."
Kael said very decisively, "Stormterror can raise this level of storm by using the residual power of those abandoned Four Winds Temples."
"It's exactly the same as Lisa's detection."
Hearing Kael's words, Jean's pupils contracted sharply, looking immediately at Lisa.
She was discussing this with Lisa just now. In this Stormterror attack, Lisa used magic detection to find the opportunity to end the source of the disaster.
Before she could say this, Kael had already said it.
Did Kael also use magic detection?
But Kael doesn't have a Vision.
Thinking of Kael's previous mystery, Jean fell silent.
And Lisa looked surprised, not expecting Kael to "steal" her lines.
"Then, let's decide on the combat plan."
Kaeya laughed heartily. "Our next target is three of the four abandoned temples."
At this time, the virtual panel suddenly appeared in front of Kael.
Lines of text emerged.
[With your help, you successfully let the Trailblazer find her companion and bypass Sampo, avoiding being scammed by him. You helped the Trailblazer meet the high-level member of Wildfire, Seele. After communicating with Seele, the Trailblazer successfully contacted the Wildfire Organization.]
[Bronya was very surprised to see you. Even in the Overworld, she had heard of your great name. She didn't expect to meet you in the Underworld. Facing strangers and a strange environment, Bronya thought of your reputation in the Silvermane Guards and proposed if you could assist her, provide her with some detailed intelligence, and lend her a hand. You choose...]
Sure enough, it works.
Looking at the appearing text, Kael narrowed his eyes abruptly.
My idea is feasible.
At this time, the text on the virtual panel continued to emerge.
[ OPTION 1: GLADLY ACCEPT ]
Although you know Bronya's request likely means more trouble, you understand her predicament. After all, Bronya is an important figure in the Silvermane Guards, and she clearly needs someone she can trust. Now is a good opportunity. You nod, agreeing to her request: "Since you need it, I naturally won't stand by." Although you have some hesitation, you decide to help Bronya. Not only because of her reputation...
Reward: [Silvermane Medal] (Rank upgrade potential.)