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[Genshin Impact·Zhongli]: "Let's not talk about this for now. I've noticed a lot of interesting cultivation methods in the market lately, and I want to share them with you."

[Juequ Zero·Ling]: "Mr. Zhongli, I wonder if there is a training method suitable for me and my brother? We also want to be able to protect ourselves."

[Genshin Impact·Zhongli]: "Of course there are. Just be patient. First of all, this first method of cultivation is the method of cultivating immortality. According to the introduction, cultivating immortality is to improve one's essence, energy and spirit simultaneously. Therefore, every time you surpass a bottleneck in strength, it will also increase your lifespan. If you become an immortal, your lifespan will be infinite, not only can you give back to the world, but also explore the universe beyond."

[Genshin Impact·Zhongli]: "Because this method takes into account the body, the Dharma, and the spirit, it also improves the spiritual aspect, or the soul. Perhaps this is another solution to the wear and tear of the immortal seed. I just don't know if it will have any effect on the demonic body mentioned by Dan Heng."

Chapter 22: Ruota's Trust

Dan Heng felt as if he had been enlightened after hearing this.

Recently, after knowing that Paimeng might be able to help solve the problem of the Immortal Boat Demon, all I thought about was how to satisfy Paimeng and let her try.

However, he ignored that this was his duty as a member of the Immortal Boat, not to entrust all his hopes to others.

Even Agaya, who was saved by Paimon before, noticed this, so she took the initiative to keep the secret for Paimon.

It seemed that he had gone a little crazy, and then Dan Heng calmed down.

[Bengtie Danheng]: "If this method can strengthen the mind or soul, then it must be useful."

[Bengtie Danheng]: "The reason Immortal Boaters suffer from the demonic Yin body is the imbalance between the magnificent vitality bestowed by the blessing of abundance and the relatively lagging spiritual strength. The vast amount of memories and emotions accumulated over countless years will eventually overwhelm the spiritual platform, causing the collapse of rationality, a descent into the demonic Yin, and the loss of self."

[Genshin Impact·Zhongli]: "It sounds very similar to wear and tear, both of which collapse due to being unable to bear the weight of memories for too long, like a strong body but a weak spirit. I hope this method can help."

[Genshin Impact·Ying]: "Is this cultivator similar to the immortals in Liyue?"

[Genshin Impact·Zhongli]: "Their essences are different. The Liyue Immortals are a clan of immortal beasts and Yakshas. Their origins are extraordinary, and the source and inheritance of their power are unique, beyond the reach of ordinary people."

[Genshin Impact·Zhongli]: "The immortal cultivation methods sold in the mall are complete, step-by-step systems. From refining Qi into the body, building the foundation and forming the elixir, to higher realms, there's a clear path to follow. This is the method of cultivating the Tao through acquired cultivation."

[Absolute Zone Zero Bell]: "Can they all be practiced? Mr. Zhongli, can this cultivation method be mastered to allow one to fly and burrow into the ground like in the novels? Can we even afford it?"

[Genshin Impact·Zhongli]: "This cultivation path is available to all ranks, but the speed of cultivation will vary depending on aptitude and understanding. As long as you are determined, you will surely achieve success."

[Genshin Impact·Zhongli]: "In addition, there are some very interesting cultivation methods. For example, there is a method called supernatural energy cultivation. As long as the will is strong enough, you can continue to become stronger."

[Genshin Impact·Zhongli]: "There's also a strange item called a Devil Fruit. Eating it grants the ability to transform into an animal or element, rapidly increasing combat power. However, it also has a drawback—you can't touch the seawater of that world, as it seems to contain some special substance."

[Genshin Impact·Zhongli]: "There are many other cultivation methods like this. If you are interested, you can look for them. I haven't read them all."

[Genshin Impact·Paimon]: "Wow! Zhongli! So you're usually lurking in the group, secretly helping everyone research training routes!"

[Zero Bell]: "Thank you so much, Mr. Zhongli! What you said is of great help to us!"

[Bengtie·March 7]: "So reliable, feels like Uncle Yang. By the way, does this count as Ying finding a parent for us?"

[Bengtie·Xing]: "Draw! I must draw! Ten consecutive draws! I've been waiting for this event! I'm already prepared to choose."

[Bengtie Danheng]: "Mr. Zhongli, thank you for your guidance. The method of cultivating immortals is of great significance. I am grateful for your guidance."

Danheng's reply returned to calm, but between the lines was a sincere gratitude and a hint of determination after enlightenment.

[Genshin Impact·Ying]: "As expected, Zhongli is very reliable except when he's shopping!"

[Genshin Impact·Zhongli]: "It's just a small favor, no need to thank me. The mall is mysterious and full of information. I sorted it out a little in my free time, and it's a pleasure to share my experience with you."

[Genshin Impact·Paimon]: "Yes, yes, yes! Zhongli is the best! But..."

Paimon's little head immediately turned to practical problems.

[Genshin Impact·Paimon]: "These powerful-sounding techniques require lottery draws or points to purchase, right? Our current points..."

【Bengtie·March 7】: "Ugh... forget it. I'm saving up, saving up. It should be fine once the event is over. Luckily, there's a 20% discount on the first two draws, otherwise I'd have to wait a few more days."

[Genshin Impact·Ying]: "Paimon and I are almost there, but without any events, I can only earn less than 150 points a day. I don't know when the next event will be."

【Zero·Ling】: "Don't worry, there will always be a chance."

[Genshin Impact·Zhongli]: "Don't be impatient. Avoid a hasty mentality. Otherwise, if you choose to cultivate immortality later, the road ahead will inevitably be full of difficulties."

[Genshin Impact·Zhongli]: "Being impatient for success is absolutely unacceptable. You should always keep a normal mindset."

[Genshin Impact·Ying]: "I'm not really in a hurry, I'm just complaining about how hard it is to get points."

[Genshin Impact·Ying]: "However, Zhongli, since we already have a cultivation method, what about the wear and tear?"

[Genshin Impact·Paimon]: "That's right! Doesn't that mean I've missed an opportunity to show off."

[Genshin Impact·Zhongli]: "I still need Paimon's help with the wear and tear, but it's not aimed at my wear and tear, but at Ruota's wear and tear."

[Genshin Impact·Zhongli] "Practicing still requires a clear mind, but Ruo Tuo is deeply worn down and no longer listens to me. Therefore, I still need Paimon's help."

[Genshin Impact·Ying]: "I see. Paimon and I have nothing to do these two days. If you are ready, you can call us anytime."

[Genshin Impact·Zhongli]: "In that case, thank you both for your help."

Zhongli thought, "I am a little greedy after all. I have already saved Xiao and I am not satisfied. But if I can really save Ruo Tuo and make this old friend sober again, I will be greedy and willful this time."

[Genshin Impact·Paimon]: "What? Don't be so polite. This is something we already discussed. And you've compiled so many cultivation methods, it's only right that I help you."

[Genshin Impact·Zhongli]: "In that case, I will also make reservations for Liuli Pavilion, Xinyue Pavilion, and Wanmin Hall in advance, and Paimeng will be able to choose when the time comes."

[Genshin Impact·Paimon]: "Great! If you need any help in the future, please let me know. Don't hesitate. Just prepare a good meal and Paimon, the miracle doctor, will come to you. It's worth it!"

Afterwards, everyone agreed that after getting the points for this event, they would do ten consecutive draws together, and then compete to see who is the luckiest.

(Actually, Xing challenged her friends to a fight again. She was very confident about her luck next time!!!)

Chapter 23: Fierce Training, Under the Fulong Tree

The morning sun shines through the steam emitted by the hot springs and falls on the open space on the edge of the Liuquan tribe.

Ying and Paimeng stood next to the standard training motorcycle provided by the chat group system.

The motorcycle has smooth lines and is full of technology and metallic feel, which is completely different from the common mechanical creations in Teyvat.

"Wow! Is this our racing car? It looks so cool!"

Paimon flew around the motorcycle twice and carefully touched the smooth body of the motorcycle with his little hands.

"I didn't expect it to be adjusted to the right size for me. That's pretty thoughtful."

Ying patted the car body with a nostalgic look on her face: "This really doesn't look like the style of Teyvat. It looks more like a product from another world."

"And we haven't seen anything like this anywhere we've traveled. This is more like pure mechanical control. And..."

Ying checked the motorcycle and found no place to refuel, so she tried to inject elemental power.

The locomotive infused with elemental power roared, startling Paimon.

"Sure enough, this thing seems to be adapted to the elemental power of Teyvat. It can be activated directly by simply injecting elemental power. Now we don't have to worry about finding energy."

Then she looked at Paimon with a mischievous smile, "Oh, I remember a certain little guide, but he had never driven anything, not even a wave boat."

"Hey! That's because the cockpit of the wave boat is poorly designed!" Paimon defended, hands on her hips, blushing slightly. "Besides, there are no motorcycles in Teyvat! How could I drive one? Ying, you've definitely never driven one before, right?"

Ying deliberately said, "Just because there's nothing in Teyvat doesn't mean I can't do it. How about asking a famous traveler like me to teach you? All I need is one of your sweet flower-stuffed chickens."

She straddled the scooter, feeling the seat and the footrests. "Come on, Paimon. You might not be able to drive yet, but I'm here for you. First, learn how to read the dashboard. It's a very important first step!"

Paimon perked up immediately, flying onto Ying's shoulder and bringing his little face close to the flashing indicators and meters. "We agreed I could only give you one! Quick, tell me what this flashing blue light is, and what do those jumping numbers mean?"

Ying began to explain patiently. The sunlight lengthened their shadows, outlining two serious and dedicated figures, full of an atmosphere of preparation for battle.

Meanwhile, in the observation car of the Starry Sky Train, the atmosphere was much more relaxed.

"Wow! Come and take a look at the paint job I designed!" March 7 excitedly extracted the designed motorcycle from the chat group.

"A pink base with sparkling stars and a six-phase ice pattern! And a cute Pam portrait on the front! Perfect!"

Xing leaned over to take a look, then stroked his chin and commented, "Not bad, that's your style. But you put the conductor's portrait on the front of the train. Are you trying to use the conductor to make us fly away when we're in front of you? I'm going to tell Pam."

"And yours isn't domineering enough?" She then took out the motorcycle she had designed.

"Look at me! It's bright gray with bright yellow lightning patterns! The tail nozzles are going to look like flamethrowers! I'm going to call it 'The Invincible Galaxy Transcender No. 1'."

Dan Heng, who was quietly looking up information nearby, couldn't help but choke when he heard the name and looked at Xing helplessly.

"Hey! Xing! What kind of name is that?" March Seven immediately complained, "And it's gray and ugly! My Pam costume is the cutest!"

"Can being cute be used to make a living? Can it help you win a competition?" Xing put her hands on her hips, looking very proud.

"Speed! Power! This is the key to victory! Wait, first place gets 300 points, and it's mine!"

"Hmph! Stop bragging!" March Seven puffed up his cheeks in dissatisfaction.

Dan Heng put down the information in his hand and said calmly: "According to the rules of the event, the system will uniformly provide standard performance motorcycles. The paint job will not affect the actual performance."

"The key to victory lies in the driver's control of the motorcycle's performance, his adaptation to the track environment, and his ability to respond on the spot."

Xing immediately objected: "How can the paint job be useless! Look at my domineering paint job. My aura alone will be enough to intimidate my opponents. Wouldn't it be easy to take first place?"

At the same time, she muttered to herself, "I spent several hours carefully designing several plans before choosing this coolest one, and Dan Heng actually said it was useless? This is absolutely not acceptable!"

On the other side, in Wildfire Town on the outer ring of New Elidu.

Ling and Zhe were facing several screens, which rapidly scrolled complex data streams and void energy distribution diagrams. They had barely touched their lunch beside them.

"Brother, the void energy readings are fluctuating abnormally again. They are very similar to the ether peak recorded during the last 'Fire Domain Ride'." Ling pointed to a rapidly rising curve on the screen.

Zhe's fingers tapped rapidly on the keyboard, bringing up the comparison model. "Hmm, the agreement is quite high. It seems that near the race route provided by Caesar, the cavity activity does show a periodic increase. Let's refine this data model. Remember to remind Caesar and the others later so they can be more careful."

He rubbed his sore eyes and looked at another screen next to him, which showed the simulated driving data of the two of them in the training match.

"For training matches, we can only run a few laps during lunch breaks and in the evenings. Luckily, we have a driver's license, so we were able to master the basic operations fairly quickly."

Ling sighed: "Brother, you also said that basic operations are fine, but this is a speed race, basic operations alone are not enough."

"And Caesar and the others' racing skills." Ling fell into deep thought.

"I can't learn it, I really can't. That kind of charging method that completely ignores the terrain and relies entirely on reflexes and courage is too dangerous. A single mistake in the open space could be disastrous."

She recalled the wild drifting and the cornering that was almost close to the ground during Caesar's demonstration, and she felt a lingering fear. It was definitely not something that she and her brother, as ordinary people, could do in a short period of time.

Besides, the two of them still have work to complete, so they have even less time for training.

"Indeed." Zhe nodded. "Caesar and the others' riding style should only be used as a reference. Don't use it."

"Remember, Ling, safety comes first, competition comes second. Our goal is to finish the race, get points, and then draw a prize! Don't get carried away at the critical moment, we still have more important things to complete." His eyes flashed with a desire for power.

The brother and sister smiled at each other and went back to work in tacit understanding. The sound of keyboard tapping and data analysis prompts formed a unique melody of their preparation.

Liyue, at the foot of Hulao Mountain, under the Fulong Tree.

The atmosphere here was exceptionally solemn, heavy as solidified rock. Eight massive rock ridges rose from the ground, like silent guardians, standing in mysterious positions around the Rādhāraṇa.

A rich golden light flowed across the surface of the rock ridges, connecting to form an indestructible seal. A vast and heavy elemental force of rock permeated the air.

“Morax—!!!” A deafening roar emanated from the center of the seal, pounding the surrounding rock walls with endless anger and resentment. “How can I repay a thousand years of hatred?!”

Bound by heavy chains, the Ruta Dragon King struggled violently within the seal. Every impact caused the rock ridge to flash with golden light and the earth to tremble slightly.

There was only chaotic madness left in his huge dragon eyes. Wear and tear had already devoured his sanity, leaving only deep hatred for his former best friend.

Zhongli stood quietly outside the seal, his hands behind his back, his deep golden eyes staring at his old friend who was struggling in pain.

There were indescribable complex emotions surging in the depths of his eyes - guilt, regret, and the heavy responsibility of guarding the contract for thousands of years.

He slowly raised his hand, and purer rock elemental power flowed from his fingertips, like a golden stream, silently merging into the rock ridges.

The light of the seal grew stronger again, suppressing Ruota's violent power, and he could only let out an even more angry and unwilling roar in vain.

After confirming that the seal was absolutely stable in the short term, Zhongli withdrew his hand.

He closed his eyes, took a deep breath, and suppressed the waves in his heart.

When he opened his eyes again, there was only resolute calmness in them.

He clicked on the chat group interface, and his finger paused on the screen for a moment, as if he was considering his words.

Finally, a simple yet powerful message was sent:

[Genshin Impact·Zhongli]: "@[Genshin Impact·Ying] @[Genshin Impact·Paimon] You two, the place where Ruotu was sealed is ready. Please move to the foot of the Fulong Tree on Hulao Mountain and help Ruotu remove the wear and tear. Please."

Chapter 24: Troubles Arose Under the Fulong Tree