Genshin Impact: Reject Camera, Replace Traveler

Gu Chen’s question was somewhat direct.

Paimeng felt that the atmosphere seemed to have subtly changed after this question was asked.

However, Zhongli remained steady. He placed the teacup on the table.

"Gu Chen, I don't want to hide it from you. I really want you to protect Liyue from now on."

With just one sentence, Gu Chen's slightly uncomfortable heart was completely calmed down.

It’s Zhongli after all, it’s the Geo King after all.

Just using the word "shelter" made Gu Chen feel much relieved.

This word means that Zhongli regards Gu Chen as on the same level as himself.

Even in Zhongli, Gu Chen's status is higher than Liyue's, otherwise he would not use the word "shelter".

Gu Chen covered his forehead again, and the subtle atmosphere just now disappeared.

He maintained this posture, feeling helpless:

"Zhongli, you...are too judgmental of others, and too accurate in judging me. I...

Okay, tell me in detail."

Zhongli crossed his arms, lost in thought:

"One rainy morning, I was strolling through Liyue Harbor when I heard a merchant praising his subordinates. He said:

You performed your duties well.

Now, go and rest.

I stood for a long time in the bustling crowd, wondering, "Have I fulfilled my duty?"

Paimon realized something when she heard this, and she hesitated:

"Don't tell me... you want to..."

Zhongli smiled:

"After more than three thousand years of wind and frost, even the strongest rock will be worn down by time, and I am no exception.

It is time to hand Liyue over to the people of Liyue."

Paimon's eyes gradually widened, and she was so shocked that she couldn't express it in words:

"You...you want to step down as the Geogod? You don't want to rule Liyue anymore!?"

Gu Chen was very calm. He added calmly:

"Actually, I've been managing Liyue for thousands of years, and I'm really exhausted. I want to retire."

Paimon was speechless for a moment.

It's obviously a very important matter, but when it comes out of my friend's mouth, it suddenly becomes... very everyday!

But Paimeng had to admit that Gu Chen's understanding was very accurate.

Gu Chen continued to add:

"This old man wants to retire and let his children break away from his protection and bravely move forward.

But before making the decision, I felt a little worried.

Of course, your own children are the best and the most proud, but is that really okay?

Without his own protection, can he bravely and persistently move forward? The road ahead is definitely not an easy one.

At this time, I appeared and the old man's eyes lit up.

Considering that I have enough ability and a lot of room for future growth, he entrusted me to be his child..."

In fact, here, Gu Chen originally wanted to be a bodyguard.

But after thinking about it, I felt that something was wrong and it seemed a bit self-deprecating.

Zhongli immediately took over the conversation:

"Become a good mentor and friend to your children, and protect them at the same time."

Gu Chen was silent, thinking that Lao Deng was really good at talking.

Under Paimeng's gaze and amidst Gu Chen's silence, Zhongli expressed his feelings with great frankness:

"I've lived so long, existed for so long, and I've endured unimaginable wear and tear. It's time to rest.

However, the only thing I am worried about is Liyue.

I have faith in the people of Liyue, but that doesn't stop me from expressing concern for the future of the entire world.

Gu Chen, I know that you have many magical qualities and know many secrets of this world.

I guess you already know my identity and my past.

So, you must know that the future of the continent of Teyvat is not optimistic.

The whole world is like this, and Liyue cannot be immune to it.

That will be a huge test for the people of Liyue.

With you here, Liyue has a better chance of surviving this test.

I sincerely hope that you can protect Liyue after I abdicate."

For an ancient god, this level of honesty is truly unprecedented.

For Gu Chen, the face given by Zhongli was definitely big enough.

That's all, that's enough.

Looking at Zhongli seriously, Gu Chen's eyes were clear:

"All right.

To be honest, my hometown is very similar to Liyue. The various folk customs and cultures are just like twin brothers from the same origin.

It is difficult for me to go back to my hometown, but I can treat this place as my second hometown.

Seeing that there might be big trouble in the future, how could I not take care of this second home?

What's more, you are so sincere that you can give away a powerful position like Gou Chenxing just like that.

I accepted this position.

If necessary, I will protect Liyue and help her."

Zhongli smiled happily:

"Then I'll leave it to you."

In this way, the two reached a complete consensus and everyone was happy.

Paimon, the onlooker, smiled widely, she was overjoyed.

His partner had been entrusted with such an important matter by the ancient rock god, and it was truly remarkable that he could chat and laugh with the god so cheerfully!

The person involved, Zhongli, was smiling and was very happy.

His sincerity and actions finally impressed this promising traveler.

If he can take on the task entrusted to him, Liyue will have a bright future.

Gu Chen also smiled, he was quite satisfied.

Even if these things had not happened, he would not stand idly by if Liyue encountered any disaster in the future.

After all, this is the country that is most familiar to me, and after all, this is the second home that I recognize.

I had no intention of standing idly by. Zhongli had given me such a high position and such great power, and had placed great trust in me.

Now I have nothing more to say. I will just give Liyue more protection from now on.

After everything was discussed and a consensus was reached, Gu Chen and Zhongli naturally became very good friends, just like old friends.

Right next to the tea table, two people were watching the show and chatting casually.

Gu Chen asked when he planned to abdicate. Zhong Li replied that it would be soon.

Gu Chen asked what he planned to do after retirement. Zhongli replied that he would go shopping, walk his birds, drink tea, and watch movies, just like he did now.

Gu Chen also asked, what will happen to Liyue after you retire?

Zhongli replied, just let it go.

Let the people of Liyue develop on their own. It will be enough if you give them some advice at critical moments and some protection at important moments.

As they chatted, the two talked about the things that happened a few days ago.

Zhongli said that it was fortunate that you saved Qingce Village at that time, otherwise the casualties would be unimaginable.

He also said that thanks to you saving Shen He, Liu Yun has a very good impression of you, but is a little wary of your strong peach blossom tendency.

He also said that Xiao had been tormented by karma for thousands of years, and he was helpless. I didn't expect you to be able to purify it. I am really grateful.

Especially when talking about Guizhong's remains, Zhongli was also a little moved.

If the Doctor really did something to Guizhong's remains, Zhongli would never be able to forgive himself.

These were Zhongli's original words.

However, since this matter has been mentioned, the two of them inevitably talked about the treatment of the doctor.