Genshin Impact: Our journey will never end

The two exchanged pleasantries for a long time, and then Zhongli left first on the pretext of work. Seeing that he had delayed Zhongli's work, Ye De took the initiative to invite Zhongli to have morning tea, and Zhongli readily agreed.

The Traveler and Paimon went to "see off" this guest from the Hall of Rebirth.

...

"Thank you for helping us persuade Uncle Ye just now! Fortunately, you understood our hint. But, Zhongli, it's just a farewell, why did you walk so far! Isn't it okay as long as they can't hear it?"

Zhongli explained calmly, “Another friend is coming over.

The next second, with a whoosh, the demon-slaying sage Xiao made a grand appearance!

Paimon was a little surprised, "Xiao, why are you here too?"

Memories of Xiao

My name is Xiao. That day I was enjoying my afternoon leisurely, when I suddenly saw Master Hu’s Youyou in the air. I thought she had come to Wangshu Inn again.

Although I don't know why she came this time, she is my boss's boss after all, so I should go and say hello.

When he went there, the person he saw was not Hu Tao but the Emperor.

"Oh, you're just in time. Do you want to try this new thing? After installing the power device, takeoff is more stable. It's a pity..."

Xiao didn't expect that the Emperor would be so devoted to researching kites.

"It's a pity that it's too stable. I don't get to see the kite swaying in the air, which seems a bit regrettable. In fact, the hall master sent me out to buy some items for the Lantern Festival."

Xiao nodded: "I understand, it's like this every year, and it will be like this next year too.

...isn't that right? Buy some...sesame oil or something?

Zhongli: "I was just wondering why the master is obsessed with eating vegetables with sesame oil during the Lantern Festival... Could it be Chef Xiangling's idea? Xiao, what do you think?"

Xiao said truthfully: "I haven't met Master Hu very often, so I'm afraid it's difficult for me to answer..."

Zhongli sighed and told him to come to Wangsheng Hall more often and not to be alone all the time.

"This is a traditional kite without machinery. The master asked me to study the difference between the two types of kites and choose the more interesting one. Since each of us only has two hands, I'll trouble you to fly the other one."

[Paimon: Royal Translation: Think again about why I bought sesame oil during the Lantern Festival. Was it the order of the hall master? Xiao, what do you think? ]

[Thomas: I understand. Master Hu wanted to give Mr. Zhongli a way out so that he could have time to talk to the immortals about the past.]

[Claulinde: Assuming that Hall Master Hu guessed Mr. Zhongli's identity and deliberately gave him a way out so that he could reminisce with the immortals every year during the Lantern Festival, that would make sense.]

[Hu Tao: It's only a matter of time. I guessed a long time ago that Zhongli's identity is definitely not simple. He must be an immortal. If I had more time, maybe I would have guessed it. Besides, employees must be given a holiday during the Lantern Festival. I'm not one of those black-hearted bosses, right, Zhongli?]

[Zhongli: The master is smart]

[Kaeya: If the Great Sage who conquers demons always visits the Hall of Rebirth, does Mr. Zhongli have to offer him tea every time?]

[Xiao: I have karma and will not appear in front of humans]

[Zhongli: It’s okay. Come visit us more often when you have free time. Aren’t Xianyun and the others also staying at Liyue Harbor?]

[Paimon: I understand! I'm skipping work openly! And I have a reason, paid vacation]

[Alice: Comparing yourself to others makes you feel nauseous]

...

Xiao thought for a moment and said, "If you want speed, it's better to install this strange device."

After getting the desired result, Zhongli stored the two kites with Xiao, allowing him to enjoy them with some friends on weekdays, which was quite interesting.

Xiao was a little confused. Who likes to play kite?

Zhongli smiled and said, this depends on Xiao himself.

The four of them chatted for a while, and Paimon asked about Walnut's recent situation.

"Last time, the hall master mentioned that he wanted to go to Qiaoying Manor in a few days. If you two have time, you can go there at some time. If we meet in the manor by chance, why not reminisce about the past together?"

Paimon nodded and waved goodbye.

...

At the same time, the other side

Jiaming and Ye De were sitting on the tea stools staring at each other without saying a word.

"Dad.

Jiaming.

Jiaming: "Uh...you speak first."

Ye De sighed, there was nothing much to say.

Seeing his father's attitude, Jiaming mustered up the courage to say, "I... still want to stay in Liyue Harbor."

Ye De: "I don't support it, but..."

Before Ye De finished speaking, Jia Ming stood up and left, not wanting to explain any more.

"Hey, kid, listen to what I'm saying."

Just then, Xianyun led Shenhe over.

"Come, come, Shenhe, sit here. You must be tired from traveling all the way. Auntie will pour you a cup of hot tea. Or do you want something else to drink?" Xianyun greeted warmly.

Shen He shook his head and said that everything was fine along the way.

...

The following are Shen He's memories

"Master, they have gone far away."

"Okay, the time is right, it's our turn to step forward. Do you remember the strategy I told you about?"

"Remember, Master, our goal is to show them the joy of family life."

...

"I drink whatever my aunt drinks." Shen He said while sitting upright.

Jiaming glanced at it and thought: Why are Aunt Xianyun and Shenhe here too? How many people are there? I... I'd better sit down first.

"Auntie just bought some pine needles. They have a nice name and taste good."

Xianyun said this, but in reality he was disgusted with it and was tired of drinking it every day.

"You must be very busy at work during the holidays. Have you come across anything that requires your help?"

Shen He nodded: "There were people who got drunk and made trouble, and I pressed their heads on the table as my aunt taught me."

Ye De, who was standing next to them, almost burned out his CPU when he heard their conversation. This aunt is so fierce!

Jiaming was also a little confused. Was this conversation serious?

Xianyun was only thinking about acting out a play with Shenhe and forgot that Shenhe was an unusual child.

Xianyun coughed awkwardly a few times, then asked, "I mean... has Shen He made any new friends? You and I live so far away, I feel at ease when there are friends around..."

Shen He answered seriously: "I have told my aunt about my previous situation. Late at night, I would go to the kitchen to chat with Guoba. Guoba can't talk, but with his company, I feel much more at ease."

Ye De couldn't help but sigh, this child is so pitiful, he doesn't even have a friend to chat with, and he actually talks to food all day long.

Jiaming is fine like this, right? Am I asking too much of him?

"Uh, cough, cough, let's not talk about this anymore. Shen He, do you have any plans for the future? Do you want to go out and play with Auntie?"

Upon hearing this, Ye De nodded with satisfaction, caring about the child and letting her relax more.

Shen He asked in surprise, "Do you mean like before, carrying stones up the mountain from morning till night, picking some flowers and plants for dinner on the way? If that's what you want, then I'll go."

[Paimon: Pfft! Sorry, I just can’t help it]

[Kaiya: True Family Happiness]

[Ying: Xianyun is completely stunned. Look at his expression and trembling eyes.]

[Shen He: Am I acting wrong? This is indeed what I do on a daily basis]

[Coral Palace Heart Sea: "Grab the person's head and knock it on the ground three times" and "Kill everyone in front of us, and we will be number one". These things were taught by Master Liuyun! ]

[Yae Shinko: I have only seen this kind of clear and foolish expression on Ying.]

[Shadow: Little fox, stay still and let me chop you down]

[Xiangling: Is the rice crust that Uncle Ye De is talking about the same as the rice crust I know? ]

【Cookba: Lululu~】

[Sino: According to my inference, it should be the rice crust that was eaten]

[Hu Tao: I suggest that Zhenjun and the others perform in Liyue’s Spring Festival Gala skit next year! ]

[Alice: We were not on the same wavelength, but we were able to come together. A magical closed loop of thoughts was formed. It was incredible.]

[Kaia: Following Xianyun, I will go hungry for nine meals in three days]

[Klee: Ahem, ahem, the latest model of Bomber has been successfully researched! Brother Amao, let's go fry some fish]

[Qin:? ? ? 】

【Nashida: ? ? ! 】

[Kole: Set the mountain on fire, Klee is doomed! ]

...

Ye De vomited out the tea he had just drunk. Jia Ming stood up and said excitedly, "Dad...drink some tea! I mean, don't drink the tea first..."

"Ahem... ahem... oh, I really... can't listen any more. Jiaming, I didn't finish what I was saying. I don't support you staying in Liyue Harbor, because it's too hard and tiring. If you come home... don't blame your dad or me, I know we have similar tempers and don't get along normally... just blame our whole family!

Your aunt and uncle are all willing to help you...if you change to an easier job, we can...we can have morning tea together when we are free."

Shen He asked curiously, "Master, so morning tea is so important?"

"Shh!" Xianyun signaled Shen He not to say anything more and just continue listening.

"…Think about it again. Give it some thought. You can give me your answer later."

Jiaming sat down at ease, looking at his father tenderly. He seemed to have really changed. In the past, he would never have said so many words... But...

...

Paimon and Ying were staggering on their way back. Giving them enough time should be enough, hopefully they could reconcile.

But ideals are beautiful, and reality is cruel. The two of them drank tea in silence.

"You two, let's say goodbye to our friends. We accidentally chatted for a long time."

Seeing this, Jiaming picked up his luggage and continued on his way.

...

After Jiaming left, Shen He asked truthfully: "Master, did I say something wrong before? I answered whatever the master asked...but the reactions of the master and that gentleman made me a little confused."

Xianyun: "No. The process was slightly variable... but since the result was good, the plan was a success."

Shen He was a little surprised. Could he get on the stage to help?

"Of course. Being untainted by worldly desires is also Shen He's characteristic. Just be yourself."