Genshin Impact: Being a Genshin Impact Trainer in Teyvat

"People from the mountains and wilds are not worth mentioning."

Before Ye Xing came, he had guessed that with Ningguang's meticulousness and intelligence network, she would definitely collect enough information about him, so he was not surprised or panicked.

"Liyue is vast and rich in resources, with high mountains and distant seas. It is home to countless hidden sects and reclusive families. Even the 'Seven Stars of Liyue' may not know them all."

"What's more, Liyue is the home of immortals. The extraordinary abilities of some of these immortal disciples are beyond the imagination of even you and me. My little ability is naturally not worth mentioning."

Ye Xing's words were a mixture of truth and falsehood. He did not directly answer Ningguang's question. Instead, he brought in the matter of immortals to confuse the audience and lightly avoided his own situation. The difficult parts were left to her to guess.

Ningguang smiled knowingly and didn't dwell on the issue any further. Instead, she followed up on the topic raised by Ye Xing and asked:

"Since you mentioned the immortals of Liyue..."

"I heard that the immortals, enraged at the Emperor's murder, wanted to hold the 'Seven Stars of Liyue' responsible, attempting to suppress Liyue Harbor with their immortal power..."

"What do you think of this approach, Lord Ye Xing?"

Having said this, Ningguang's expression became unusually serious, and she stared at Ye Xing, as if waiting for his response.

Ye Xing was silent for a moment and did not say anything. Knowing where the plot was going, an idea suddenly occurred to him. He chuckled inwardly, then raised his eyebrows and stared at the man sharply:

"Before coming to the Qun Yu Pavilion, I was wondering, since ancient times, the Emperor has used force to sweep across the land and wipe out evil spirits. Who could possibly have attempted to murder him..."

"Furthermore, I heard that the 'Ceremony of Inviting the Immortals' was heavily guarded on that day. Even if someone with ill intentions existed, it would be difficult for them to approach, let alone assassinate them."

"Excuse me, Ye Xing. I've heard rumors circulating among the people that the 'Seven Stars of Liyue' are attempting to seize the Emperor's power and replace him, planning a ritual and hiding their immortal bodies. Therefore..."

"Haha, rumors are not to be believed. What do you think, Lord Ye Xing?" Ningguang responded to Ye Xing's indirect criticism lightly, as if she didn't care.

"You've heard a lot of rumors about me recently. What kind of person am I? Use your own eyes to judge. Of course, your opinion will also become part of the rumor." Ningguang remained calm and unmoved.

"Indeed, Liyue is facing a great disaster. The situation is complicated and confusing, and undercurrents are surging. Even the Fatui are beginning to stir. Rumors are just rumors."

Ye Xing was not surprised to see that his attempt to deliberately put pressure on Ningguang failed, and he stopped joking with her.

"As for what Lord Tianquan said earlier, that the immortals were furious and wanted to punish the Seven Stars, I don't think that will happen..."

"Immortals live in the mountains and forests for a long time, far away from the mundane world, and do not covet power and wealth."

"What's angering them right now is simply the murder of the Rock God, the culprit still unsolved, and the Seven Stars' unclear stance. The so-called attack on Liyue Harbor was nothing more than a momentary outburst of anger."

"As Yuhengxing thinks, even I feel that the era of Liyue's 'immortal rule' is over. The Seven Stars and the people should take note of this. The 'ascension' of the Geo Emperor has opened up an era of 'human rule' for mortals!"

"That's right. We Seven Stars also admit that the immortals have been restrained enough this time." Ningguang nodded in agreement and did not refute Ye Xing's analysis.

"The Emperor's murder is truly extraordinary. Faced with such an unnatural situation, they are still willing to gather all the immortals for consultation. They haven't even attacked us directly yet... In Keqing's words, it's truly surprising."

"If the immortals were willing to sit down and have a good conversation, it would be a great blessing for Liyue..."

Then Ningguang changed the subject and looked up into Ye Xing's eyes.

"But even if the immortals didn't raise their concerns with the Seven Stars, the Emperor's murder would be difficult to uncover for a while. Furthermore, the Fatui's various plots and hidden threads in Liyue are a headache. Now that the Emperor is gone, we no longer have the overwhelming power to counter them. It's truly a headache..."

"so…"

"I wonder if Lord Ye Xing is interested in joining the Qun Yu Pavilion and becoming my personal bodyguard? Of course, I will provide you with a generous salary and skills that will make you respected in Liyue."

Ningguang closed the jade fan in her hand at this moment, revealing her true intentions and ultimate goal. She looked at Ye Xing with interest, a smile in her eyes.

"what?"

Ye Xing had obviously not expected Ningguang's words. He looked at Ningguang in front of him with disbelief.

"The acting leader of the Mondstadt Knights of Favonius and I have been exchanging letters, praising you immensely and also the Traveler Ying. Therefore, from the first day you set foot on Liyue soil, I began to keep an eye on you..."

"If I could use your powerful forces, capable of fighting against the Demon God, then in the future, when Liyue faces potential risks and overwhelming forces, I would have the confidence and bargaining chips to negotiate with them!"

Ningguang's eyes were now filled with a fiery intensity that was barely perceptible to ordinary people, and she stated her opinion in a firm tone.

"Oh? Lady Ningguang thinks so highly of me? I'm really flattered." Ye Xing, who already knew what was going on, responded with an expression of great surprise when facing the olive branch thrown by Ningguang.

"I wonder what good it would be to me if that were the case?"

"Also... can a personal guard really stay close to me...? Hahaha!"

Seeing Ningguang's astonished expression after hearing this, Ye Xing also showed a wicked smile. He finally succeeded in teasing Lord Tianquan Ningguang, who had always appeared to be in control and at ease.

After a brief moment of daze and surprise, Ningguang came back to her senses, with a faint blush on her cheeks, which quickly disappeared.

"I made a mistake..."

"Your Excellency Ye Xing is indeed an extraordinary person..."

"Ordinary people, including Liyue's top merchants, regard ascending to the Jade Pavilion as the supreme honor of their lives. Everyone brings lavish gifts, just to exchange for a few benefits from me..."

Ningguang looked at Ye Xing with a smile, her eyes full of meaning.

"Only Lord Ye Xing would joke with me so recklessly."

"Of course, whether in diplomatic negotiations or business battles, momentum and leverage are secondary. To achieve victory, you must first understand your opponent's cards."

"I'm not worried about the character of the immortals, but I don't know what those Fatui intend to do in Liyue, which is currently experiencing undercurrents..."

Ningguang's face was solemn, her brows slightly furrowed, and she looked like she was thinking.

"Really?" Ye Xing looked at Ning Guang, who was now troubled and serious, and no longer hid his feelings. He then said seriously:

"Although I cannot agree to your request, I can tell you my guess about the Fatui's hidden cards..."

"Be careful, under the Solitary Cloud Pavilion!"