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“Absolutely true!” Long Wen answered decisively. “I have sent people to secretly scout the area many times, and there is no exaggeration. However, this route is extremely dangerous, with numerous reefs along the way and mysterious sea monsters lurking around. It cannot be conquered by one party alone. Only by working together can we succeed.”

Upon hearing this, the crowd began to whisper and murmur amongst themselves. Seeing that the time was ripe, Long Wen stood up again and raised his voice, saying, "Everyone, let's put aside our hatred and join hands to create a great cause. Now is the best time. For the future of Liyue Harbor, for our common interests, let's set aside our past grievances!" His gaze was firm and fervent, sweeping over everyone as if an invisible force was drawing their attention.

After a moment of silence, the first to rise was an elderly man who had a blood feud with another faction. He slowly stood up, his gaze complex as he looked at his former enemy. After a long silence, he reached out his hand and said in a slightly hoarse voice, "So be it. For Liyue, for the sake of future generations, I am willing to let go of the past."

Chapter 235 Deepest Admiration

His actions were like a boulder thrown into a calm lake, creating ripples. Seeing this, the other faction leaders also stood up, hesitated for a moment, then extended their hands, shaking hands and making peace. A thunderous applause erupted in the courtyard. The factions that had previously been hostile to each other were now filled with admiration for Longwen's methods, their eyes filled with respect. Longwen's prestige in Liyue Harbor soared, and the alliance became even more solid, like a rock.

Just as everyone was immersed in the joy of reconciliation, a servant rushed into the courtyard, his face pale and his voice trembling, shouting, "It's terrible, my lords! A mysterious and powerful force has appeared in the sea off Liyue Harbor. The sea is churning up huge waves, and ships are going out of control. It seems that a new crisis is about to strike!"

In an instant, the atmosphere that had just eased became tense again. Everyone's smiles froze on their faces, replaced by fear and panic. Long Wen stepped forward, striding to the center of the courtyard. His gaze swept firmly across the crowd, and he declared loudly, "Don't panic! We have now formed an alliance. Whatever crisis may arise, we will face it together. This is a test for our alliance, and also our opportunity to prove ourselves!"

His voice was steady and powerful, like a shot of adrenaline, injecting strength into everyone's hearts. The crowd responded, standing up and turning their gazes to Long Wen, their eyes filled with trust and expectation. They knew that in this critical moment, only by following Long Wen could they have a glimmer of hope.

A gentle breeze stirred, and Mondstadt, usually filled with laughter and joy, seemed shrouded in a gloomy atmosphere. Longwen stepped through the city gates with slightly heavy steps, keenly sensing the unusual atmosphere. On the streets, people gathered in small groups, whispering amongst themselves, their eyes filled with suspicion and alienation as they looked at him; the warm greetings of the past had vanished without a trace.

Zhou Li, standing beside Long Wen, had a fierce look in her eyes. She gripped her sword tightly, the veins on the back of her hand bulging slightly, clearly showing her anger. "How could these people believe such rumors so easily? Long Wen, you've sacrificed so much for the Alliance!" she said in a low voice, her tone filled with heartache and resentment.

Long Wen shook his head slightly, a hint of anger and helplessness flashing in his eyes. He took a deep breath, trying to calm the turmoil in his heart: "Don't rush, we need to figure out what's going on." His black robe swayed gently in the wind, the hem of which seemed to carry a touch of loneliness.

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As they walked, a child timidly hid behind his mother, peeking out at Long Wen. His childish voice was filled with fear: "Mommy, is he the bad guy? He'll steal our things." The child's words were like a sharp blade, piercing straight into Long Wen's heart. He instinctively clenched his fists, his knuckles turning white, thinking to himself: Who on earth is spreading these malicious rumors, attempting to destroy the alliance?

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At this moment, not only the general public, but also the alliance itself began to stir. Some members discussed the matter privately, and their once firm beliefs began to waver, with doubts spreading like wildfire throughout the alliance.

Long Wen knew that if this crisis of trust wasn't resolved in time, the alliance might fall apart. He made a decisive decision to go to Qin and Mona to discuss countermeasures.

At the Knights' headquarters, Jean sat solemnly at her desk, her fingers tapping rhythmically on the surface, each tap seeming to strike a chord in everyone's hearts. "Longwen, this situation is very serious. The rumors are spreading like wildfire and have already affected the stability of Mondstadt." Jean looked up at Longwen, her gaze resolute. As the acting leader, she felt a profound sense of responsibility.

Chapter 236 Clues to the Truth

Mona stood to the side, arms crossed, her eyes as deep as the stars in the night sky, radiating a hint of arrogance: "Hmph, I can see through this nonsense at a glance. It's all deliberate, but finding the mastermind behind it will take some effort." Her astrological robes swayed gently in the wind, the astrological runes on the hem seeming to whisper clues to the truth.

Long Wen bowed slightly and said sincerely, "Commander Qin, Miss Mona, the Alliance is currently at a critical juncture of '757,' and we must not let this rumor cause us to collapse. I earnestly request your assistance in finding out the truth." His voice was steady and powerful, carrying an undeniable determination.

Qin nodded slightly: "Longwen, don't worry, Mondstadt is an important member of the Alliance, and we will definitely not stand idly by."

After discussing their options, the three began their investigation in earnest. They traversed the streets and alleys of Mondstadt, questioning witnesses and gathering clues. Mona used astrology, attempting to find clues in the celestial phenomena. She closed her eyes, muttered incantations, and traced mysterious paths in the air with her astrological wand.

After some twists and turns, they finally found a clue at the end of a dimly lit alley. A furtive figure was whispering with several strangers, vaguely mentioning Long Wen and the Alliance. Long Wen's eyes sharpened, and he moved with ghostly speed, rushing forward before the man could react, grabbing his collar and slamming him against the wall.

"Speak! Who instructed you to spread rumors?" Long Wen's eyes widened in anger, the fury in them seeming to ignite a person.

The man turned pale with fright, his legs went weak, and he stammered, "It's...it's a small faction that you refused to join the alliance. They hold a grudge and want to bring you down."

Long Wen was shocked, secretly regretting that he had overlooked this undercurrent. But this was not the time for self-blame. He released the person, exchanged a glance with Qin and Mona, and a resolute look flashed in his eyes: "Let's go, let's uncover their true colors."

In the square of Mondstadt, a bustling crowd had gathered, drawn by the news that Longwen was about to reveal the truth in public. Longwen stood atop a high platform, his posture upright, his cold gaze sweeping over the entire crowd. Once the crowd had quieted down, he began to speak:

"Fellow citizens of Mondstadt, rumors about me and the Alliance have been circulating lately, and I'm sure you've all heard them. Today, I stand here to tell you the truth..." His voice resounded throughout the square, steady and powerful, each word clearly reaching everyone's ears.

He then went on to explain in detail the original purpose of the Alliance's formation—to combat the increasingly severe crisis on the continent of Teyvat and protect everyone's home. He cited numerous examples of how the Alliance shared resources and jointly resisted external enemies after its formation, as well as the tangible benefits it brought to Mondstadt, such as more prosperous trade and greater stability.

"Everything we've done is for everyone, not for personal gain as the rumors suggest," Long Wen said earnestly, his eyes shining with sincerity.

As the crowd listened, they began to whisper and discuss amongst themselves. Gradually, their skeptical looks turned into feelings of guilt and approval.

"It turns out we misunderstood him; Lord Longwen has been working hard for us all along."

"Yes, the alliance has brought us so many benefits, yet we readily believed the rumors. It's really wrong of us."

At this moment, an old man stepped out from the crowd. He walked shakily to Long Wen and bowed deeply: "Lord Long Wen, I was foolish and believed the rumors. Please forgive my ignorance."

Chapter 237 Full Support for You

Long Wen quickly stepped forward to help him up: "Old man, you're too kind. As long as everyone believes in the alliance, it's never too late."

At this moment, the alliance members who had wavered also stepped forward, their faces full of shame, to express their respect to Long Wen: "Long Wen, it was our lack of willpower that almost ruined our important mission. We will definitely support you with all our might from now on."

Looking at everyone, Long Wen was filled with emotion. He knew that the crisis of trust had been temporarily resolved, and the alliance had become more united because of this test.

However, just as everyone was immersed in the joy of restored trust, the sky suddenly darkened. A gust of wind howled past, whipping up a cloud of dust, and everyone covered their eyes. When the wind subsided, a mysterious figure suddenly appeared in the center of the square. He was shrouded in a black robe, obscuring his face, and exuded a powerful and eerie aura that sent chills down everyone's spine.

The mysterious man slowly raised his head, his cold gaze sweeping over the crowd before finally settling on Long Wen. He let out a provocative snort: "Hmph, Long Wen, you think this is the end? The end of the alliance is coming." His voice seemed to come from the deepest hell, icy cold and filled with endless malice.

Long Wen's heart tightened, and he instinctively shielded Zhou Li behind him. He stared warily at the mysterious man, his elemental power surging within him, ready to fight at any moment: "Who exactly are you? Why are you opposing the Alliance?"

The mysterious man simply let out a burst of wild laughter, then vanished in a flash, leaving behind only a harsh threat that echoed in the wind: "Just wait, your nightmare has only just begun."

The group exchanged worried glances. Long Wen stared in the direction where the mysterious man had disappeared, clenched his fist, and made a silent vow: no matter how big the conspiracy behind it, he would never back down and would protect the alliance and this continent.

Qin stepped forward, her expression grave: "Longwen, it seems we're in trouble. We must strengthen the alliance's defenses as soon as possible."

Long Wen nodded slightly: "Commander Qin, rest assured, I already have a plan. From now on, all alliance members must unite closely and work together to meet the unknown challenges."

The sea breeze, carrying a salty scent, swept through the streets and alleys of Inazuma Castle. The houses and buildings, usually brimming with Japanese charm, were now shrouded in a gloomy atmosphere. In the streets and alleys, people looked panicked, whispering amongst themselves about the sudden and mysterious elemental disorder crisis.

Long Wen and Zhou Li stepped into Daoqi City side by side, and this was the scene that greeted their eyes. Long Wen was dressed in a black robe, his posture upright like a pine tree, his eyes revealing both determination and worry. Zhou Li was still wearing her moon-white long dress, her cold and beautiful face now full of solemnity. She gently took Long Wen's arm, as if giving him silent strength.

"This elemental disorder came on fiercely, and I don't know where it originated," Long Wen muttered to himself, his brows furrowed.

“But we will definitely find a solution,” Zhou Li replied softly, her tone filled with trust.

As the two were talking, a group of people approached quickly from the front, led by the imposing and ruthless General Thunder. Her purple eyes flashed like lightning as she swept over Long Wen and his companion, saying in a deep voice, "Long Wen, Inazuma City is now in imminent danger. You and your alliance are considered the key to resolving this crisis. If you can successfully resolve this crisis, Inazuma City will unconditionally support the alliance and stand together through thick and thin."

Chapter 238 Going All Out

Long Wen looked up and met General Lei Dian's gaze, a chill running through him. He knew this was the ultimate test, and its success or failure would determine the future of the alliance. The pressure weighed heavily on his shoulders, but when he glanced at Zhou Li, her gentle yet firm gaze was like the warm spring sun, dispelling the gloom and instantly filling him with motivation.

"General, rest assured, I will do my utmost." Long Wen clasped his hands in a fist salute, his voice steady and powerful.

After speaking, Long Wen immediately began searching for the source of the elemental disorder. He traversed the ancient ruins of Inazuma City, carefully observing every abnormal fluctuation in the elements. Zhou Li followed closely behind, holding a long whip, vigilantly guarding him.

“The elemental aura here is the most concentrated and chaotic; the source may be nearby,” Long Wen said, pointing to an abandoned shrine.

The two cautiously approached, and as soon as they stepped into the shrine grounds, a powerful elemental fluctuation suddenly erupted, and several creatures formed from raging elements lunged out, baring their fangs and claws. These creatures shimmered with eerie light, some spitting out tongues of fire, others carrying ice shards; they varied in form but were all exceptionally ferocious.

Long Wen's eyes sharpened, and he instantly drew his sword, its blade gleaming coldly, reflecting his stern face. "Watch out!" he shouted, his figure flashing as he faced a fire elemental creature. The creature swung its fiery claws, viciously grabbing at Long Wen's neck. Long Wen dodged to the side, then swung his sword backhand, imbuing it with the power of rock element, and thrust it fiercely into the creature's core. With a "poof," the creature let out a miserable scream and dissipated into a chaotic mass of elements.

Zhou Li swiftly drew her long whip, its tip gleaming with an icy blue light. Her beautiful eyes flashed with murderous intent. Seizing the opportunity, she lashed out with her whip, sending an ice spike shooting out like an arrow, striking the leg of an ice elemental creature. The creature stumbled, instantly losing its balance. She seized the chance to close the distance, wrapping her whip around the creature's neck and yanking it away, completely disintegrating it.

After dealing with this wave of attacks, the two continued deeper. Before long, they discovered an ancient seal deep within the shrine. At this moment, the seal's light was dim, and the surrounding runes flickered erratically, clearly indicating that it had been damaged. A continuous stream of chaotic elements was gushing out from the cracks.

"Found it, this is it." Long Wen's face lit up with joy, but then his expression turned serious. "But resealing it will be no easy task."

He stepped forward, carefully studying the rune structure of the seal. Relying on his unique ability to manipulate the elements and his accumulated wisdom, he began to attempt to repair the seal. Zhou Li watched nervously from the side, her long whip gripped tightly, ready to deal with any unexpected situation.

Just as Long Wen was focused on repairing the seal, a hidden trap was suddenly triggered beneath his feet, and sharp spikes burst forth from the ground. Long Wen reacted extremely quickly, leaping backward to avoid it, but was accidentally cut on the arm by a spike, and blood seeped out.

"Long Wen, are you alright!" Zhou Li exclaimed, rushing forward anxiously.

"It's nothing, just a minor injury." Long Wen gritted his teeth, his gaze becoming increasingly determined, and continued what he was doing.

As the repairs progressed, the resistance surrounding the seal grew increasingly powerful. Another wave of elemental creatures surged in, this time in greater numbers and with greater strength. Long Wen and Zhou Li stood back to back, fighting back with all their might.

Long Wen formed hand seals, his elemental power surging wildly throughout his body, and shouted, "Zhou Li, cover me!" He unleashed an unprecedented technique, with rock spikes shooting up from the ground to block the attacks of some creatures. Zhou Li, meanwhile, wielded her long whip, its icy blue light blazing forth, creating a protective barrier for Long Wen and repelling the approaching creatures one by one.

Chapter 239 I Owe You a Big Favor

Amidst the fierce battles and arduous repairs, Longwen skillfully averted crises time and again. His heroic performance astonished many residents of Inazuma City who were secretly watching the battle, and the news spread throughout the city like wildfire.

Finally, as Longwen exhausted his last bit of strength, the seal shone brightly and was restored to its original state. The chaotic elements gradually calmed down, and the gloom over Inazuma Castle began to dissipate.

Long Wen collapsed to the ground, panting heavily. Zhou Li rushed forward, helped him up, her eyes filled with heartache and pride.

At this moment, General Thunder and the Eightfold Divine Child arrived with their entourage. A rare hint of approval flickered in General Thunder's purple eyes: "Dragon Literature, you did it. The city of Inazuma owes you a great favor."

Yae no Miko also smiled and said, "Oh my, as expected of the person we have high hopes for, this skill is truly an eye-opener."

Cheers erupted throughout Inazuma City as people took to the streets to express their gratitude to Longwen. Flowers and food littered the streets, and children surrounded Longwen, laughing and shouting "Hero!" Looking at this scene, Longwen felt a deep sense of satisfaction; the alliance had finally received its most steadfast support in Inazuma City.

Afterwards, Longwen, with the support of the Alliance in the three major cities of Teyvat, returned to Mondstadt to prepare for a grand ceremony to solidify the Alliance. Before Mondstadt Cathedral, ribbons fluttered and flowers bloomed. All factions gathered, creating a lively and festive atmosphere. Members of the Knights of Favonius, clad in gleaming armor, stood in neat rows; envoys from Liyue, carrying precious gifts, beamed with smiles; and the warriors of Inazuma Castle stood tall and imposing.

Dressed in magnificent attire, Long Wen stood atop the high platform, receiving cheers and admiration from the crowd. His gaze swept across the entire audience, his heart filled with complex emotions. Zhou Li stood below, her eyes brimming with love and pride. Their eyes met, and she nodded slightly.

"Today, our alliance is officially solidified! From now on, we will stand together through thick and thin!" Long Wen shouted, raising his arms and his voice resounding through the sky, followed by thunderous applause from the audience.

However, in this moment of celebration, Long Wen suddenly felt a vibration in his pocket. He took out a small communicator, a special device made by the Alliance for receiving important intelligence. Upon opening it, a mysterious message appeared: "Behind your background lies a great danger that may threaten the entire Alliance. Find the truth immediately."

Long Wen's expression instantly turned serious. He looked into the distance, his heart filled with both anticipation for exploring the mystery of his origins and anxiety about the unknown dangers. But he knew that retreat was not an option at this moment. A new journey had begun, and even if the road ahead was full of thorns, unknowns, and challenges, he had to forge ahead.

Just as everyone was immersed in joy, Long Wen quietly stepped down from the stage and summoned the core members of the alliance. "Everyone," Long Wen said solemnly, "I have just received a message concerning the life and death of the alliance. The mystery of my origins seems to hide a huge hidden danger, and we need to plan ahead."

Qin spoke first: "Longwen, no matter what, we stand with you."

General Thunder nodded slightly: "Now that we are allied, we will share life and death. Finding out the truth is also a way to protect the alliance."

Everyone expressed their support, and Long Wen felt a warmth in his heart. He took a deep breath and said, "Alright, let's get started preparing immediately, and we'll face the future together!"

As night fell, Mondstadt gradually returned to peace, except for the Alliance headquarters, which remained brightly lit. Longwen sat alone in his room, pondering the mysterious message. Zhou Li gently entered, sat beside him, and took his hand: "Don't worry too much. I'm here, and everyone's here."

Chapter 240 The Mystery of His Origins