Genshin Impact: My confession was rejected, so I traveled to seven countries

"So how do you feel about the results this time?"

Paimon asked.

Zhongli nodded. "Although there were some minor incidents and hiccups, overall I'm quite satisfied. The secluded immortals had been away from Liyue for so long that they knew very little about the region, but they were able to suppress their anger and exercise restraint immediately. I then worked with the Seven Stars in times of crisis, and finally, I attempted to understand the people's hearts."

“It’s just a small step, but it’s a good start for the future.”

"During this process, I was very satisfied that this woman agreed to my request and kept the matter a secret from her colleagues. During this process, I, as the mortal Zhongli, practiced Liyue's traditions and was able to better observe the fluctuations in Liyue's hearts from the sidelines."

"Well, it sounds really good. Although I don't quite understand it," Paimon complained.

"But to be honest, there are some things that are beyond my expectations, that is the deployment of the Seven Stars of Liyue. My requirements for them are the same as those for the immortals. Just protect Liyue. But they took advantage of the space where the gods died to quickly take over the remaining rights of Liyue. The answer they handed in was indeed a bit unexpected." Zhongli affirmed.

"Hey, this doesn't sound like a good thing. After all, power can drive people crazy," said Paimon.

Zhongli smiled calmly, "Although it's not a good thing to some extent, for a country that has lost a kingdom of gods, some things must be replaced. I was quite worried about this matter at the beginning, but for a while, I was also quite looking forward to it. This is an explanation for me, a god of the old era."

Tartaglia, who had been silent all this time, finally reached a peak of resentment.

"Explain. What about me? You guys have been playing me around like crazy. Why don't you just give me an explanation? Even an apology will do."

Just now, because the lady had to carry out the Queen's mission, he temporarily put aside his resentment, but now everything is fine. Old Deng is still talking about his plan.

Seeing the other party talking so freely, his resentment value continued to soar, until this moment, it reached its peak.

Before Zhongli could say anything, Paimon immediately retorted.

"Explain? Apologize? You haven't explained or apologized to us yet!?"

Tartaglia did collapse instantly.

"Let's talk about it later, let's talk about it later."

Seeing this, Paimon put his hands on his hips, looking arrogant and unyielding.

You lied to people and you still think you're right?

And who is this?

This is the Geo King! This is in Liyue! You know what?

Is this a place where a fool like you can run wild?

Seeing Tartaglia's frustration, the lady couldn't help but laugh. "An explanation? You should be thanking him, right? Your disruption was part of the plan. The Rock God should be thanking you for your efforts."

"If you hadn't created this pressure-generating game between the immortals and the demon gods, then Liyue's coal, which the Rock God had played with for thousands of years, wouldn't have become a shining diamond in this crisis."

"Ah, we are not sisters, we are a couple. Why are you accusing me from the opposite perspective? What, do you want to fight?" Tartaglia shouted.

"Oh, sister? Your qualifications and age are not even up to my generation." The lady said disdainfully.

"Well, in that case, there's no need for us to argue here. The mission is accomplished, so let's say goodbye."

"Okay, then you go back first. I don't want to go with you on this journey with your mouth. It's meaningless." Tartaglia said sarcastically.

The lady ignored him and left.

Looking at the other person's receding back, Tartaglia looked at the others again and couldn't help but sigh.

"It seems I should have restrained myself a bit earlier so I wouldn't be used as a pawn. I'm sure the whole of Liyue is looking for me now."

"Then you are quite self-aware," Paimon added bluntly.

Tartaglia gave a wry smile. "I can't stay in Liyue any longer. I'm afraid I'll end up in jail if I stay any longer. So, I'll take my leave. As the Liyue people say, 'The mountains remain unchanged, the rivers flow on forever.' We'll meet again someday!"

Everyone nodded. Seeing this, Tartaglia smiled awkwardly and turned away, leaving only Su Mo, Paimeng and others.

"To be honest, I'm still a little shocked. Zhongli, you are actually the Rock King? And seeing how calm you look, Su Mo, you must have known it a long time ago, right?" Paimeng asked doubtfully.

Although she was surprised that Zhongli was the Geo King, considering that Zhongli had just delayed the Heart of God, the light flew into Su Mo's body, and Su Mo's lack of shock, it was clear that Su Mo should have known.

Seeing Su Mo nod, Paimeng was even more speechless. It turned out that both sides had concealed the truth from their teammates. Was this a game of Mission Impossible?

"Zhongli, I'm actually still a little confused. Since transactions require fairness, then for something as important as the Heart of God, what else in the world can be exchanged for something of equal value?" Paimon asked.

Zhong Kai said, "Theoretically speaking, there really isn't one. However, I am the God of Contracts. Over the centuries, I've experienced numerous contracts. I won't enter into a deal unless it's profitable. The deal with the God of Ice is the one I, as the God of Rock, have signed with her, the one that will end it all."

"As for the content of the contract, you will naturally know it during your subsequent journey."

"Zhongli, what is it? I want to know." Paimon pleaded eagerly.

Zhongli smiled mysteriously, "Not revealing the contents of the contract is also part of the contract."

"Ah? Stingy!"

……

After everyone left, Ying and Paimon were playing in the front, while Su Mo and Zhongli walked side by side.

"How is she?" Zhong Kai asked.

"It's okay. I just got your divine power and now I'm trying to absorb it and recover." Su Mo explained.

When the divine power was injected into his body just now, Zhen had already told him that it was okay. Only then did he and Zhongli nod to indicate that they could hand over the Heart of God.

Hearing Su Mo's answer, Zhongli nodded, then suddenly asked, "Why didn't you say anything just now? Did you find it unbelievable?"

In his opinion, Su Mo was a young man after all, and might be lacking in this aspect. Instead, he felt that Su Mo was too frivolous in this matter. Moreover, seeing that the other party did not speak once when he was describing it, this was different from the ordinary Su Mo.

Su Mo smiled and shook his head. "It's not that I find it unbelievable, but rather that it's natural. When people get old, they naturally want to rest, and gods are no exception. Besides, you handled it very well, didn't you?"

Zhongli smiled calmly and patted Su Mo on the back.

It seems that someone knows what he is thinking.

Su Mo is a smart kid, and he has been optimistic about him since he was young!

"But Mr. Zhongli, I have a question," Su Mo suddenly said.

Zhongli was in a good mood, "Just say it!"

"You said you were planning to retire because you heard the businessman tell his subordinates that your duties were completed and you could go and rest?"

Zhongli nodded, "That's right, now that my duty is fulfilled, it's time to rest."

Su Mo pondered for a moment, "That's right, um...but is there a possibility that the businessman meant that you can rest today but continue to work tomorrow?"

Hearing this, Zhongli's smile froze. He silently withdrew his hand and walked straight ahead with an expressionless face.

"Hey? What happened to Zhongli?" Ying asked.

Su Mo smiled as he looked at Zhong Li's receding back.

"It's okay, he just had his mind exposed."