Xingqiu: "Such speed! I remember that Starfell Valley is quite far from Mondstadt. How did it manage to reach the city in such a short time?"
Beidou: "Clearly, the Astral Express that Takagi possesses has incredible power. If my ship also had such speed, sailing on the Sea of Clouds would be much more convenient."
Ningguang: "Takagi mentioned earlier that this ship is fast enough to travel between worlds. Considering that, the journey from Starfell Valley to Mondstadt doesn't seem strange."
Yae Miko: "That makes sense. After seeing its speed, I really want to board that Astral Express at least once."
Ei: "Don't mess around."
Yae Miko: "Oh my, it seems someone doesn't want me to leave. I just don't know if it's out of concern for me, or simply not wanting outside influences to affect Inazuma."
Focalors: "How is it not strange? The speed of this train is far beyond that of the aquabuses in Fontaine. Is this even reasonable?"
Neuvillette: "Since it is a vessel that travels through the universe, I believe the speed of the Astral Express is perfectly reasonable."
Focalors: "Hey, Neuvillette! Whose side are you on?"
Charlotte: "Such a fast train! Does it mean Takagi can also reach Fontaine quickly? If he came here, I'd be able to interview him immediately!"
Kaeya: "Oh my, this speed is truly astonishing. Fortunately, since I planned to provide support earlier, I am already at the city gate. Otherwise, I wouldn't be able to properly welcome our guests."
Lisa: "Yes, if we can't welcome the guests in time, it would be a discourtesy from Mondstadt."
Amber: "Oh no, I haven't made it back yet. I must move faster!"
Barbara: "The Holy Lyre der Himmel is back! I have to rush over quickly."
La Signora: "Have the visitors from outside arrived? I should take a good look, then."
"Everyone, please disembark. We have arrived. Paimon, playing games should be done in moderation."
Takagi saw that Acting Grand Master Jean, Lumine, and the others were still standing there in a daze, while Paimon was still immersed in the game. He had no choice but to take back the phone he had lent her.
"My phone! My phone!" Paimon pounced forward, pulling on Takagi's collar. "Takagi, let me play just a little more!"
Takagi: "Children shouldn't be too addicted to games."
Paimon: "But I'm not a child!"
Takagi: "But aren't you small? So small that you can't even get in!"
Paimon: "I'm just small, I'm not actually young! Also, what does it mean 'so small that you can't get in'!"
Takagi: "Hehe."
Takagi smiled, walked off the Astral Express first, and looked toward the main gate of Mondstadt. There, a group led by Kaeya and Lisa was walking toward them. Among the crowd, Takagi even spotted the Fatui Harbinger, La Signora.
"Takagi, does this train need a place to be parked?" Jean walked to his side and asked.
"No need, I can put it away."
As soon as Takagi finished speaking, the Astral Express vanished. Having Stellaron-level Imaginary Energy and the Trailblazer template gave Takagi a considerable Imaginary Space. Fitting a train inside—or even several Star Destroyers—was not a problem.
"To be able to put away such a large vessel so easily... should I say, as expected of someone who has stepped onto a Path?" Kaeya had already arrived. He extended his hand in a gentlemanly manner. "Welcome, outsider. I am Kaeya. I hope you enjoy your journey."
Takagi: "I have long yearned for Mondstadt; I will thoroughly enjoy my time here."
Lisa stepped forward, looking Takagi over carefully. "Hello, I am Lisa. Seeing you up close, you really have more charisma than in the live stream. Is this also a benefit of stepping onto a Path?"
Takagi smiled: "Perhaps, but I think a person's charisma is more about themselves. Just like your personal charm, Miss Lisa—it doesn't have much to do with your Vision, does it?"
Lisa: "You're quite the sweet-talking outsider. Big sister is starting to like you."
Takagi: "It is my honor to be liked by someone as beautiful as Miss Lisa."
Lisa: "Hehe, in that case, how about I show you around Mondstadt later?"
Takagi: "I am very happy to have Miss Lisa as my guide. Afterward, please allow me to be your guide in the starry sky."
"I'm looking forward to it," Lisa said with a smile.
Takagi was special, and such a person required a responsible guide. Acting Grand Master Jean had her duties, and Kaeya had to guard against the Fatui. In this situation, Lisa took on the role of his guide.
"Acting Grand Master Jean, Traveler, and Master Diluc—you go attend to your own matters first. I'll take care of things here," Lisa said.
Jean nodded, about to speak, when suddenly La Signora stepped forward.
"If a guide is needed, I can also be your guide," La Signora said.
"Mondstadt doesn't need a Harbinger from Snezhnaya to act as a guide," Jean said with a frown.
"Although I am a Harbinger, I also have a deep understanding of Mondstadt. I believe I am competent for the job," La Signora sneered at Jean, then turned to Takagi. "Furthermore, I can take this opportunity to discuss the matter of traveling to the stars with you."
As soon as she finished speaking, the Knights of Favonius and the people watching through the live stream couldn't sit still. A Fatui Harbinger seeking Path power? That was outrageous! The Harbingers were already symbols of power and the reason for Snezhnaya's diplomatic strength. If they gained even greater power through a Path, how would the other nations survive?
In an instant, the people who had been hesitant about following Takagi were forced to reconsider. The forums erupted.
[Alhaitham: La Signora intends to pursue the Power of Destiny? This is not good news!]
[Kamisato Ayato: Indeed. This is equivalent to indirectly pushing the people of Mondstadt to follow Takagi into the stars.]
[Ningguang: Given the Fatui's attitude, their acquisition of such power is not a good thing for any nation other than Snezhnaya.]
[Yae Miko: To go to the stars so readily—could it be an order from the Tsaritsa?]
[Ei: The Tsaritsa, huh.]
[Zhongli: By universal rationality, this is indeed a possibility.]
[Nahida: Is it really okay? Seeking knowledge from outside Teyvat could be very dangerous!]
[Venti: Although it's dangerous, Path power is too tempting. People who crave power are likely willing to take the risk.]
[Eula: To actually plan to pursue this power... this debt, I've noted it down!]
[Rosaria: We can't let La Signora go to the stars so easily.]
[Dottore: Hehe, that's not up to you to decide.]