Genshin Impact: I am the Great General of Liyue

Seeing the various porcelain items, decorations, and fresh food at the roadside stalls, women's desire to buy things is instantly aroused.

(What an adorable hairpin! Is it for clipping onto the head? Why does this porcelain piece have so many patterns? Wow, it smells so good, what is that?)

At that moment, Paimon, who had also smelled the aroma, started to rumble in his stomach.

Arriving in front of a very familiar store, Gui Zhong and Paimeng couldn't help but drool.

Seeing this, Huiyuan said, "We've just arrived at Wanmintang, let's eat here."

Everyone nodded. After Huiyuan and Xiaopaimeng sat down, Zhongli and Guidian started serving the dishes.

Looking at the densely packed menu but not recognizing the words on it is ultimately very frustrating.

Most of the Liyue script is pictographic, but over time these pictographs have gradually evolved into a square shape.

Ultimately, relying on hieroglyphics, one could only barely understand the general ingredients of each dish, such as: "This...something fish...water something..."

Master Mao looked at Gui Zhong, who clearly looked like a Liyue person but didn't recognize Liyue script or Teyvat script, and scratched his head, somewhat at a loss.

Just when Gui Zhong was embarrassed and didn't know what to do, Zhong Li came to his rescue.

"Grilled tigerfish, crystal shrimp, tender and spicy chicken, mint meat rolls... I'll have one of each."

Taking into account Huiyuan and Paimeng's appetites, Zhongli ordered ten dishes.

After ordering, the hot food was served quickly.

Looking at the table full of dishes that almost couldn't fit, Ying became suspicious.

(Can we finish this?)

Then Ying turned her head and looked at Paimon, who was standing next to her with a fierce expression. Paimon had set records for "eating ten sweet flower chickens in one meal", "drinking two large bottles of fruit wine lake water in one second", "having an unpredictable number and size of stomachs", "making slime into "Paimon's Drink" and drinking it", "the proposer of the most famous philosophy of Teyvat, "Paimon's Paradox", and "the holder of various world records in Teyvat". Ying's doubts instantly disappeared.

Gui Zhong smelled the aroma of the food, skillfully picked up his chopsticks, and began to eat happily.

After Gui Zhong started eating, everyone else followed suit and began their meal.

One bite of honey-glazed char siu reveals its delicate texture, melt-in-your-mouth skin, and the perfect fusion of sweetness and meat.

Crystal Shrimp is one of Liyue's traditional sweets. The filling is made with the freshest shrimp, whose glossy pink color is faintly visible under the translucent skin. It's also incredibly chewy and delicious.

This meat and mint roll is absolutely divine, with a refreshing tangy and spicy flavor. The braised meat is sliced ​​into thin wrappers, rolled with mint leaves, and drizzled with a dipping sauce made from Yunnan peppercorns. The unique minty aroma is the perfect finishing touch, making it ideal as a cold dish.

Gui Zhong was speechless at the deliciousness of the food. He ate heartily with his cheeks puffed out, praising it as he did so.

"It's delicious, so delicious!"

While Gui Zhong was still marveling at the discovery, Paimon had already guessed who the chef was for the day.

"This dish seems to have a 'crackling' effect. Could Xiangling be the chef today?"

Paimon raised his own question.

At this moment, Zhongli, who was drinking tea while eating, gave an affirmative answer.

After receiving Zhongli's affirmative answer, Paimon happily ate another large chunk of meat.

As he savored the delicious food, Gui Zhong gradually became interested in the chef and asked while eating, "Paimon, what kind of person is this Chef Xiangling?"

Paimon, who was being questioned, answered the question while eating, just like Gui Zhong.

"She's a very enthusiastic girl who cooks incredibly well! She always smells of food on her, and she shares my passion for slime cooking!"

Upon hearing the words "slime cuisine," Gui Zhong was instantly stunned.

"Is slime edible?"

"It's delicious! I'll make you a Pimon blend next time."

"Uh, I think... never mind."

After Gui Zhong politely declined, Xiang Ling, who was covered in fragrance, walked over.

"Hey, Traveler, Paimon, and two new clients. Zhongli said he's treating you to dinner today, so I specially cooked this meal. How is it? Are you satisfied with the taste?"

Huiyuan was initially puzzled as to why Xiangling didn't recognize him.

But just as she was about to say something, she realized that this was Lingling's skin condition, and it was normal that Xiangling didn't recognize Lingling.

Huiyuan pretended not to know Xiangling and began to praise her.

"It's delicious, the creative cuisine is very tasty."

After the others exchanged a few pleasantries, Master Mao's voice came over.

"Xiangling, come and serve the dishes!"

Hearing the voice, Xiangling quickly turned around and replied, "Hey—! Coming right away—! Well, I have something to do. Have a good meal, and come play again next time!"

After Xiangling hurriedly turned and left, Paimon also waved his little hand and said goodbye.

After Xiangling's figure completely disappeared from sight, the curious Gui Zhong turned his attention back to the dining table.

Before she knew it, Gui Zhong's belly had gotten a little bigger, and she put down her chopsticks to admire the street scene.

Seeing that Gui Zhong had eaten his fill, Zhong Li asked a question, a question that had been a regret for two thousand years.

"So? What do you think of Liyue now?"

Morax and Guizhong are among the very few demons who have witnessed the plasticity of humanity.

Two thousand years ago, when Gui Zhong was still alive, the two of them worked together to lead the people on both sides, and they continued to grow stronger.

After Gui Zhong's sacrifice, the Emperor kept a question buried in his heart: "Gui Zhong, did you see? Humans, who were once incredibly weak and like dust, have become strong, just like you."

Morax, the God of Gold, now the Lord of Rock. Don't be fooled by his perpetually expressionless face; he is actually quite capable of deeply connecting with others emotionally.

Whenever he thought of that mortal lock, he would come to the stone bench in front of the Immortal Abode of the True Lord Liuyun and drink alone, reminiscing about the past.

The Emperor will never forget the scene of his first meeting with Gui Zhong, the argument between Gui Zhong and Liu Yun over the use of mechanical arts, and Gui Zhong's last words to him.

"It's far beyond my expectations. But... it would definitely be better if I were here."

Upon hearing Gui Zhong's reply, Zhong Li's worn-out heart seemed to be gradually filled with tiny specks of dust, becoming smooth and round again.

In fact, no matter what Gui says in the end, as long as Zhongli answers, that's enough, even if it's a bad evaluation.

Just as the wear and tear gauge in the clock's mind was decreasing by one, Paimon suddenly remembered something.

"By the way, Zhongli, did you bring Mora?"