Genshin Impact, all those behind-the-scenes big shots are me

A group of people walked out of the entrance to the academy building.

Leading the group were Ningguang and an elderly man with hair in his fifties.

"Please rest assured, Lord Ningguang. Since it is the Emperor's personal order, the entire academy will naturally do its utmost to protect the Xuanyuan Sword... However, there are still some questions, please enlighten us, Lord Ningguang," the old man said.

"Dean, please speak."

"Lord Ningguang, did the Emperor mention where the Xuanyuan Sword should be kept after the traveler retrieves it?"

Ningguang chuckled: "He didn't say that, but I'm sure the Emperor already has a plan in mind."

"That's true..."

The old man hesitated for a moment.

According to his original intention, the Xuanyuan Sword should have been placed in the Hundred Arts Academy, but since the Emperor did not say so, no one could make a decision.

"Shen He, I'm entrusting the communication with the immortals to you."

The silent, aloof woman beside him nodded slightly.

The old man said a few more words, and then led his men back into the academy.

Ningguang and Shenhe walked out together.

"I've heard that Miss Shenhe is a disciple of True Lord Liuyun?" Ningguang asked with a smile.

"Ah."

"Being accepted as a disciple by a celestial being is something that countless people envy."

"Ah."

"..."

"..."

Just as Ningguang was feeling down and her nose was aching from worry, she suddenly saw a familiar figure.

"Su Chen?"

Su Chen is still waiting for news.

Upon seeing Shen He emerge, Chongyun and the other three immediately went to greet him, only to find Ningguang standing nearby.

"Miss Ningguang, what a coincidence," Su Chen said with a smile.

"Why are you here?"

Ningguang looked puzzled.

After listening to Yang Tao and the others' reports, they finally understood.

"...Teacher Shen He, it's really not that we're not skilled enough this time. The evil spirit was much more powerful than before. If it weren't for Mr. Su Chen's help, we definitely wouldn't have made it back."

Shen He: "Mm."

Yang Tao and the others looked at each other, saying, "Teacher, please say something! We're really worried about you!"

Ningguang looked at Su Chen and chuckled softly, "...Senior Luo Chen is truly a learned scholar."

Su Chen said modestly, "I only know a little bit. By the way, what trouble has happened this time?"

“It’s still about the Xuanyuan Sword.” Ningguang suddenly snorted. “Those Fools won’t get away with this so easily this time.”

The Seven Stars are also having a headache because of the problem with the Xuanyuan Sword.

It just so happens to happen during this important stage of the ritual to invite the immortals.

If you fools want to cause trouble, don't blame us.

Ningguang has already explained the situation to the academy, and people have been sent to the Nine Swords of Xuanyuan. The Fools will have to think twice before they try to take advantage of this. Furthermore, although the Doctor escaped, all the soldiers he took with him have been captured. Ningguang will not let this matter rest until she gives a satisfactory explanation.

Just then, a scream came from the side.

To verify Yang Tao's claim that "it's not that they're not skilled enough," Shen He just conducted a personal inspection.

"good."

After the inspection, looking at the four people lying on the ground groaning—including his own 'nephew'—Shen He nodded: "You've completed the task this time, and your credits will be calculated as usual."

Yang Tao and his three companions were overjoyed.

"Thank you too." Shen He walked up to Su Chen and said, "Saving them is something I owe you, as my master taught me. If you ever need anything in the future, feel free to contact me."

"You're too kind." Su Chen smiled faintly, having anticipated Shen He's temperament. "However, you still need to be more careful in the future. To eliminate demons and protect the righteous path, you must first ensure your own safety before you can save others... Hmm? Can your rope... turn around?"

Shen He was puzzled, but he still turned around.

Then, under everyone's watchful eyes, Su Chen retied the red ribbon behind her head.

"It's a bit loose, that's not a good sign," Su Chen said with a smile.

Shen He was taken aback. Her red rope was a magical artifact used to imprison the malevolent energy in her destiny. The red rope was loose, not physically loose, but the magic that had been applied to it was being worn away. She had experienced too many things recently, which made her occasionally lose control of her murderous intent. She was thinking of going back to the mountains to ask her master for help.

At this moment, she clearly felt that the red rope, which Su Chen had re-tied, seemed to be steadily suppressing the evil spirit within her.

“You…” Shen He was quite surprised.

"A chance encounter with the immortals is nothing to worry about."

Shen He nodded slightly and bowed to him: "Thank you."

The malevolent aura was suppressed, but his personality did not change because of the tight red rope. Shen He couldn't quite explain the feeling, but he was better than before, which is why he sincerely thanked Su Chen.

Su Chen chuckled: "It was nothing."

"Chongyun, Chongyun." Yang Tao tugged at Chongyun's sleeve and whispered, "Why do I have a feeling you're going to have another uncle?"

Chongyun: "???"

...

Between the clouds.

To the northwest, there is a high mountain called 'Mount Okuzō'.

Those who seek immortality and enlightenment often get lost in the array here and disappear without a trace.

Over time, rumors began to circulate that immortals lived in the mountains. However, some people have been watching ever since and have not seen any immortals. Instead, they have seen white cranes soaring in the clouds, their graceful figures extraordinary. Thus, the legend of the "Bird Immortal" came about.

Shen He came through the green grass of the mountains, following the familiar path in his memory. When he arrived in the mountains, he looked down and saw people walking in the Jueyun Pavilion. They were people who were seeking immortality, obsessed with longevity, or looking for elixirs and wealth.

Shen He arrived at the mountain, where there was a lake with lotus leaves and blooming lotus flowers. A breeze swept through the mountains, and a light rain fell into the lake. A large bird with blue and white downy feathers slowly preened its feathers.

When they are in a good mood, they will flap their wings from time to time and splash around in the water.

"Master." Shen He walked to the lakeside and bowed to the large bird.

This bird is no ordinary bird; it is none other than the True Lord of Cloud Retention and Wind Borrowing.

His nature remains unchanged, his mind is free from impurities, he acts without purpose or law, he is a carefree immortal, his name is recorded in the clouds and the wind, he claims to be naturally indifferent and dislikes socializing.

at this time.

Liu Yun paused in her combing, turned around, and asked in a human voice, "Why are you back?"

"Reporting to Master, the academy has issued an order..."

Shen He recounted the story of guarding the Xuanyuan Sword to Liu Yun.

"Hmph! How dare a lowly mortal covet the Emperor's treasure?" Liu Yun roared. "I'll go and slaughter them without leaving a single one alive!"

After saying that, he muttered to himself a few times, such as "Never mind, never mind," "The Emperor must have already made arrangements for this matter," "Why should I, an immortal, take action myself?" Shen He waited for a while until his master's daily illness ended before bringing up the arrangements for the academy again.

It's probably because the Fools' Doctors are quite powerful, and the immortals are keeping an eye on them to prevent any accidents.

"Yes, I understand. I will make my own decision on this matter." Liu Yun nodded. "By the way, you must have incurred a lot of karma this time you entered the mortal world. I'll help you with that red string... Huh?"

Liu Yun's gaze fell on the red rope.

It stared intently for a while, then let out a startled bird call.

"Shen He, who tied the red string for you?!"

Shen He asked, puzzled, "It's a human, so what?"

"How can you allow a mere mortal to tamper with this red rope at will?" Liu Yun rebuked. "Do you know the unimaginable consequences if the red rope loses its effectiveness?"

Shen He shook his head and said, "But Master, I feel very good now, even better than before."

The red rope suppresses evil spirits, but it also locks away human nature. However, after Su Chen modified it, not only is the effect of suppressing evil spirits even stronger, but the negative effects also seem to have disappeared.

"shallow!"

Liu Yun didn't believe it. Could a mere human do better than her?

Upon closer inspection, however, one discovers its profound mystery, revealing a hidden realm of Taoist philosophy.

"How strange, how did he do that?"

Shen He said, "Mr. Su Chen is proficient in magic, far surpassing ordinary people."

Liu Yun snorted: "Proficient? Hmph! You take me to see him, I want to have a duel with him."

“But…” Shen He hesitated, and Su Chen helped him.

"Don't worry, I won't hurt him." Liu Yun naturally knew Shen He's thoughts. "I just want him to know what it means to be outmatched by others, and to be an immortal beyond immortals."

Su Chen? Hmph, I'll make sure he never leaves alive!

...

Meanwhile, outside the embassy.

"Lord Su Chen, there's no need to worry about the traveler. With the academy and the immortals there, they will surely protect her. The summoning ceremony will take three more days. If you need anything, please feel free to speak with Ningguang."

Ningguang dropped Su Chen off here and then went to attend to her own business.

With only three days left for the summoning ceremony, she needed to arrange things as quickly as possible to prevent any accidents from happening.

Su Chen said goodbye and planned to return to the embassy to rest before deciding which old friend to visit next.

The land of Liyue has changed over thousands of years, and it is no longer the simulation era he was familiar with. Although he felt quite emotional, he knew that life is unpredictable, and the era of the Human Emperor was over. He should let go of those worries.

"Heureia should be in the Salt of the Earth. I don't know if Gui Zhong has woken up yet. Granny Ping... Hmm, it's been a long time since I've had her tea. As for Zhongli, let's wait until after he's done his business."

Thinking about this.