Genshin Impact: I am the Great General of Liyue

Lu Ye's complexion wasn't bad. Perhaps it was because he had been lonely for too long and was happy to see people. In fact, he was a little happier because of Paimon's whisper earlier.

Seeing this, Gan Yu started a conversation.

"Uncle Lu, we've come to ask you some questions and also to visit you."

Looking at the dignified and polite Gan Yu, Master Lu recognized Gan Yu's true identity at a glance.

A surprised "Oh!" rang out, and Master Lu nodded, saying, "I actually knew you came from Moon Sea Pavilion, right? The Seven Stars wouldn't bother with an old man like me. Anyway, I understand. Tell me what you want to ask."

Instead of picking up on Gan Yu's topic, Master Lu went straight to the point.

Seeing this, Gan Yu smiled ingratiatingly and said, "Ha, Mr. Lu, you're so straightforward. Here's the situation: we're looking for evidence of Dong Sheng's tax evasion at 'Rongfa Shop'... Do you still have receipts or records for the furniture Dong Sheng ordered from you at the beginning of the year?"

"You mean that 'Rongfa Shops' deal? Hahaha... that was a big deal, how could I forget?"

When the words "big deal" came out of Lu Ye's mouth, Gan Yu was convinced that "Rongfa Shop" was evading taxes.

It's really a wonder that Bo Lai from "Wanyou Shop" remembered this; it's truly...

However, compared to these matters that were irrelevant to herself, Huiyuan was more concerned about a word that Gan Yu mentioned: "[At the beginning of the year]".

(So...January 1st has already passed?)

Because she doesn't have the habit of looking at the calendar, Huiyuan didn't know that the Lantern Festival would be in just over ten days.

(The original plan was to resurrect those immortals who died regretfully to celebrate the New Year together, but now it seems... we'll have to wait until the next Lantern Festival. This year, they're resurrected... next year... let me think, which immortals were there?)

Huiyuan began to think, completely shutting out external interference.

Having received the answer from Master Lu, Gan Yu continued, "Then... could we borrow the receipt? Otherwise, we won't be able to verify the facts with Dong Sheng."

"Yes, of course. But... well, right now... I'm afraid I'm not capable. I only use this 'Fanmutang' here for carpentry work and displaying finished products. As for old bills and ledgers, I store them in the western warehouse."

As he spoke, Master Lu looked toward the warehouse.

"But... uh... recently some annoying guys have taken over my warehouse, and I can't get rid of them... Since you also have something to ask for, why don't you go to the warehouse and get the receipts yourselves, and teach them a lesson while you're at it."

"I see, we understand the situation."

Seeing that Gan Yu agreed, Grandpa Lu nodded happily.

"Then you guys handle it yourselves. I'll go back and get back to work."

After saying that, Grandpa Lu slowly walked away with his aged steps.

Watching the other person return to the house, Paimon crossed his arms and became confident.

"Reclaim the warehouse, find the receipts... it's time for the militants to step in!"

Paimon couldn't get a word in edgewise during Gan Yu and Lu Ye's conversation. She preferred a simpler, more direct approach to problems than these social niceties.

Just as Paimon uttered those words and was about to head towards the warehouse, Gan Yu reached out and stopped her.

"Wait a minute, I think I see... a guy with bad intentions over there."

Following Gan Yu's gaze, Paimon spotted a chubby Fool.

"Oh! Judging by their clothes... they're from the Fools!"

Ying also noticed the other party and became wary.

"I can't believe it's here..."

Seeing the other party's mysterious movements, Gan Yu guessed, "They must be plotting something detrimental to Liyue Harbor..."

Paimon chimed in, "Maybe the villains who took over Master Lu's warehouse are them!"

Although they are called fools, they may not necessarily be doing bad things, right? Is it really a good idea to strike first?

With this in mind, Ying hesitated and said, "But...shouldn't we observe first?"

"Since the last incident where the Demon God attacked the port, the Fatui's reputation has plummeted in Liyue. Minor clashes with them within our borders will not cause any serious diplomatic problems, so please rest assured. Besides... I've already sensed their malice, this is..."

Gan Yu paused briefly, hesitated for a moment, and then said firmly, "...my intuition as the 'Seven Star Secretary'."

After listening to what Gan Yu said... no, Paimon hadn't listened at all... After waiting for Gan Yu to finish speaking, Paimon simply came to a conclusion.

"Since that's the case, what are we waiting for? Let's go beat him up!"

At this moment, Huiyuan snapped out of her thoughts and heard Paimon's words, which left her somewhat puzzled.

(what happens?)

With this question in mind, Huiyuan looked down at a group of fools in the flower field below.

(Hmm... the Fools? I see, the enemy! Attack!)

With that in mind, Ying, Gan Yu, and Hui Yuan attacked simultaneously.

Taking the initiative, this Fool, a heavy-duty Ice Gunner, was caught off guard.

After a full three minutes of beating, the bewildered fools collapsed to the ground.

The mask was removed, revealing the bruised and swollen face of the Fool soldier, filled with grievance.

Coughing out the blood from his mouth, the enormous, thick-bodied fool with a deep, honest voice glared defiantly at the crowd.

"Ahem...you guys..."

Gan Yu pulled out the arrow that had just struck the opponent's armor and was now radiating ice elemental energy into the skin, and began to interrogate him.

"You've suffered enough, it's time to explain your plans properly, isn't it?"

"Plan...what plan?"

Seeing that the woman with ram's horns had no intention of killing them, the fat fools stood up and asked in bewilderment.

Gan Yu frowned, and in the calmest tone, threatened, "That was just a lesson, not forced confession. Please remember that. However, if you continue to cover up your plot, which is detrimental to Liyue... then I will not hesitate to use some less-than-polite methods..."

Hearing Gan Yu say these words, Bing Pang was even more confused.

Seeing that the other party had no intention of confessing, Ying summoned the Bladeless Sword and roared, "Confess now!"

"Really... I didn't plan to do anything..."

The old woman, a fool, was completely unyielding, so Ying pointed her sword at his throat.

Seeing this, Gan Yu continued to press for answers.

"If you didn't intend to do anything... then why would you, as a subordinate of the Fools, suddenly appear on the outskirts of Qingce Village?"

"If you ask me that... yes, I am indeed preparing to..."