Genshin Impact: I wrote the plot into a novel to spoil the future

Chapter 137 The Festival of the Moon (End)

After finishing the story, Grandma Ping continued.

"Eating and drinking can be a big or small matter. On a small scale, one can taste a handful of millet or draw sweet spring water from a rock; on a grand scale, one can drink from a pot of starlight and moonlight and travel a thousand years on earthly paths."

"My old friend, during your slumber, Liyue has become so prosperous and beautiful. Are you happy?"

Guoba couldn't answer that question because he had lost all intellect.

But in the end, she was happy. She had also been 'slumbering' for so long, and now that she had awakened and seen the prosperous Liyue, she was genuinely happy.

So in the first few days after she woke up, she spent every day wandering around Liyue Harbor with Heuria, aimlessly lingering there.

Just as Ge Chen said at the beginning, Liyue Harbor is her best bonsai.

Immortals and mortals worked together to cultivate this potted plant, giving it its unique charm.

Gui Zhong was overjoyed, but Yae no Miko sighed. If Shin, Kitsunemiya, and the others returned, they probably wouldn't be happy to see Inazuma like this...

At the end of the story, Xiangling led the traveler and Granny Ping back to Wanmintang, where Guoba met an old friend.

Guoba spotted someone and happily ran over.

He stopped in front of Zhongli, his eyes wide, "Lu~?!"

[Zhongli: "It's you! Long time no see, old friend."]

[Guoba laughed, "Lululu~?"]

People didn't expect Zhongli to appear, but thinking about it, it makes sense. After the Emperor 'retired,' he spent his days strolling around Liyue Harbor, so it's not surprising that they would run into him.

But as expected of the Emperor, he is reliable; he recognized the Kitchen God at a glance.

In comparison, he didn't even recognize the woman.

Zhongli explains his presence here: "The timing is perfect; I should go out for a stroll and wait for a delicious meal."

Xiangling entered Wanmintang, and only the traveler and Granny Ping came over. Now, Granny Ping is probably the youngest person on the scene.

[Grandma Ping: "It's good that you've come all this way. It's a pleasure to have the chance to meet you. Even though Guoba doesn't recognize you, he's always so happy to see you."]

Those who read the book, however, caught a blind spot: the emperor said he was waiting for a table of delicious food. Did he know that someone was going to treat him to a meal before he came?

"Obviously not," Zhong asked the traveler.

[“What do you think of the phrase ‘traveler’ and ‘moon chaser’?”]

It turned out that he had come specifically to ask the traveler, the 'witness,' about his feelings after the incident was over.

"I raise my head to gaze at the bright moon, and a myriad of emotions well up within me. In this moment, it is as if the stars in the sky are shining upon me; I wish to follow the moonlight."

"Grateful for the kindness of deceased friends, inheriting the affection of old acquaintances, pursuing the sentiments of the ages, and encircling the city through the ages."

"All of the above is called 'monthly progression.'"

This ancient land, millions of years old, still shines so brightly; Liyue has always been this way.

After Tian Tiezui finished recounting the Emperor's words, everyone present couldn't help but applaud.

As expected of their emperor, he told the story so well, providing a wonderful summary of the tale.

Because of Lin Qiu's story, this year's Lunar New Year Festival is even grander than usual, and it has already begun to subtly influence travelers in various places.

People who have left home are eager to return to their hometowns and reunite with their families, and this is not limited to people from Liyue.

Another book fragment appeared in the soldier's hand, and Pantalone remained silent.

"Grateful for the kindness of old friends, and carrying on the sentiments of old acquaintances... Sigh, the old man really knows how to talk." Wendy sighed, "I'll have a couple more drinks today."

Ke Qing and Gan Yu both exclaimed in agreement, "Truly worthy of being the Emperor, his words are so different. I'll write this down."

"The Demon God of the Stove?" Yun Jin had some thoughts.

In Lin Qiu's home, Heulia stared blankly at the moon outside the window. The Moon Festival was approaching, but she had nowhere to reunite with her family...

Sensing the movement, Heuria looked down and saw Hu Tao clinging to the window with both hands, peeking out with her little head and grinning at her.

To be honest, if an ordinary Liyue resident saw the Hall Master of the Hall of Rebirth clinging to the window like that, they would be scared to death even if they weren't already dead.

"Look over there, Xiao Qiuqiu."

Heuria turned her head to look at the people chatting in the courtyard outside the window, and Lin Qiu was also looking at her.

Seeing that she was looking over, Lin Qiu raised his finger and pointed to the sky. Heuria and the others all looked up at the sky in the same direction.

A bolt of lightning and flames collided in the sky, creating a not-so-beautiful, but very large, firework.

"How about it? My new research," Lin Qiu said, as if speaking to someone beside him, but also as if talking to Heuria.

Making the overload explode into fireworks still requires some skill; he put in quite a bit of effort.

"Hmph, once I invent an automatic fireworks machine before the next Moon Festival, it will definitely be more impressive than yours," Xianyun laughed.

The theme of the Lunar New Year Festival is different each year, and fireworks are sometimes set off. Maybe Xianyun's fireworks-setting genius will come in handy next time.

Heureia smiled. Hmm... she's quite pretty.

Manyo, who was at the port, also saw the fireworks and thought to himself, "I really want to see Inazuma's fireworks again."

Meanwhile, on Inazuma's side, Yomiya was wiping away tears; she loved stories like this the most.

The fireworks she made, to put it dramatically, were also a way of 'expressing gratitude to deceased friends, carrying on the sentiments of old acquaintances, and pursuing the spirit of the ages.'

We create different fireworks for different people, hoping that when they see them, they will recall all those memories.

Whether it's gratitude, friendship, or love, whether it's a day, a year, or a lifetime.

Fireworks are like the ephemeral beauty of a night-blooming cereus, fleeting in an instant, but the human emotions they depict can evoke memories.

Yae no Miko looked at the moon. This Moon Chasing Festival in Liyue was somewhat similar to their Night Parade of One Hundred Demons from back then.

They all gathered together, chasing the moonlight.

"Akimoto... little guy, will you come to Inazuma?" Yae no Miko asked with a smile.

Thankfully, Yingbao refuses to read Lin Qiu's books now, otherwise she might get poked in the face again.

After all, almost all the people who used to watch the moon and admire cherry blossoms with her are no longer around...

The story of the Festival of the Moon ends here, but everyone discovers that this time the "Teyvat Tales" contains more than one story.

After reading the story of the Lunar Festival, the next story is about Keqing.

'Teyvat Tales: Keqing'

Ke Qing's mind was on high alert. Gan Yu's story had revealed some dark secrets. Surely my story wouldn't be like that?

The beginning of this story sent chills down everyone's spine.

The Geo Archon brought prosperity to Liyue Harbor, and his renowned rule has been celebrated in historical novels.

However, as one of those closest to God, Keqing seems to lack reverence.

Keqing: "Hmph, to put it bluntly, does Morax really know everything?"

Ke Qing closed her eyes, while Gan Yu's eyes widened.

Zhong Li smiled, while Wendy laughed heartily.

This is exactly the kind of talent we at Mondstadt need!

Most people couldn't accept Keqing's idea before, but now it has been proven that she was right.

If one day the Emperor ceases to fulfill this duty, what will become of Liyue?

In the eyes of the people of Liyue in the past, this was an unfounded worry; human lifespan is so short that it is not enough to affect the history of Liyue.

The Emperor has protected Liyue for millions of years, so why should they worry about him leaving? How could they possibly witness the Emperor's departure in their lifetime?

But as it turns out, even the emperor wants to rest, and humanity must move towards its own future.

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Character Voice Lines - Keqing: Her Story (Book) - Unknown

"I just hope he doesn't write my story in the book... otherwise I will definitely go to find him."

Chapter 138 Jade Balance Star - Ke Qing

"Hmph, to put it bluntly, does Mo... Mo... Molux really know everything?" Tian Tiezui said, feeling embarrassed.

Ke Qing was the one who said this, but she had to say it in front of the Emperor in order to tell stories.

Zhongli didn't react much; she just calmly looked at him and listened attentively as he told the story.

Tian Tiezui said, "What kind of experiences did Ke Qing have that made her say this? Let me explain it to you."

"It is said that Ke Qing of the Jade Balance Star was born into a prestigious family, and she is more aware of the Emperor's influence than anyone else."

Even so, she often wondered: if one day Liyue loses the Emperor, what will become of Liyue?

"Liyue is like a magnificent sandcastle on the beach, but the rise and fall of the tides are not something humans can control."

"How can this be? People should do their own things!"

"If humans are merely lazy and rely on the emperor to live a life free from want, then why should they be loved by the gods?"

Few people agreed with Keqing's previous statements because the Emperor was always there.

But now that the Emperor has 'retired,' humanity has to forge its own future, which makes Ke Qing's words thought-provoking.

Now that the Emperor is right here watching them, are they really going to let the Emperor see their laziness and cowardice?

Immortals and emperors have accompanied humanity on its journey for far too long; now it's time for humanity to walk its own path.

"Keqing also took action to achieve what she wanted."

"Ke Qing believes that only with sufficient experience can one make quick judgments and execute decisions."

"Therefore, Keqing personally handled all matters and actions."

"She pulled carts in the deep abyss, tamped earth at the docks, and worked as a waitress in a small restaurant. She did everything related to people's livelihood."

This surprised everyone; the high and mighty Seven Stars had actually done so much work.

Only a few people who had been to the work site with Keqing knew how hard she worked, and that's why they had been supporting Keqing long before the Emperor 'retired'.

"And the moment Keqing obtained the 'Eye of God,' all her efforts seemed to be attributed to the 'Eye of God' in the eyes of others."

"She doesn't want this kind of 'approval'! She tried to destroy the 'Eye of God,' but ultimately failed."

"As time went by, Keqing accepted the 'Eye of God,' because as a pragmatist, she discovered its wondrous uses."

"What is useful is good."

"Later, Keqing even said during the Summoning Ceremony, 'The Emperor has protected Liyue for a thousand years, but will it be the same for the next thousand years, ten thousand years, a hundred thousand years?'"

"But now that the Emperor has really left, and has assigned the things he used to oversee to the Seven Stars and Eight Gates, Keqing, who has long wanted to show her skills, is now entangled in a quagmire of piled-up affairs."

"Even the things that have been accomplished are things that the former emperors could have easily done."

Keqing realized that even if her "disrespect" was approved by the gods... it didn't mean she currently had the ability to "take their place."

"However, Keqing was not discouraged. Instead, she buried herself in her studies and absorbed all the knowledge she needed."

During this time, Keqing calmed her mind and gradually abandoned the long-standing sense of "opposition" she felt towards the Rock King.

"Now, when she feels lost, she thinks, 'If it were the Emperor, what would he do in this situation?'"

"When Ke Qing recalled the Emperor's smile when she said those words during the Immortal Invitation Ceremony, she had a sudden realization: it was a kind of expectation and recognition."

At this point, Tian Tiezui paused, because the last part was about Keqing secretly buying the clay figurine of the Emperor.

Sweating profusely, it was already ruthless enough to say disrespectful things in front of the Emperor, but to also reveal the Seven Stars' little secret?

Tian Tie's mouth went numb; it was really too difficult to make a living in Liyue.

Tian Tiezui was still hesitating about how to say the last paragraph, but the readers had already read it.

Keqing, who dedicates most of her energy to Liyue Harbor, surprisingly finds herself in a way that others wouldn't expect—spending her free time.