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

He can actually see the memories of minerals; he's practically a born guardian spirit, the kind of person who's perfect for watching 'cameras'.

In reality, even Zhong Li was somewhat surprised by this action, but then he realized what it meant and smiled.

Even Zhongli was surprised, not to mention the other readers, who were all speechless with astonishment.

I thought your stone appraisal skills were already amazing, but I never expected you had even more ruthless tricks up your sleeve!

Kunjun himself was utterly astonished. "I have this ability? How come I didn't know? Nobody notified me?"

Could this be an ability gained after a brain injury? Now I'm bound to damage my brain.

Exploring memories from ore is somewhat reminiscent of how the Wind God in the story gathers information from the wind.

In the story, he also felt that this ability was very special, so he didn't want to mention it to others. Telling the traveler was also a manifestation of trust.

But now, because of Lin Qiu's book, the whole world knows about this.

Kun Jun also explained that not all ores possess 'memory'.

Amber and crystal have clear and long-lasting memories, but common minerals like iron ore and pyrite have little to no memory.

The group told Lao Dai what Kunjun had "seen" and then planned to continue their investigation. At this point, Paimon realized that Kunjun was not with them.

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Character Voice Lines - Song Chenlang City True Lord: About the Second Act of the Ancient Tales

"The departure of an old friend is enough to change a person... but the Emperor seems to have never been changed. I am far inferior to the Emperor."

Chapter 197 Suppressing the Evil Dragon Here

Paimon: "Little Kun is probably still investigating. Go call him!"

"Xiao Kun, what are you still looking for here? We've investigated almost all the clues; it's time to go!"

Hearing Paimon calling him "Little Kun" repeatedly, Kunjun's feelings in reality were somewhat complicated.

The main problem is that Paimon looks too much like a child, and it feels a bit strange to be called "Little Kun" by a child.

On the contrary, Zhongli was quite happy, not sure if it was because it was rare to see his old friend, or because his old friend was called Xiao Kun by Paimeng.

The reason Kunjun in the book did not leave was because he was still looking for a mineral called "Zhenlong Stone".

If he had only suspected it before, now that he heard the name "Dragon Suppressing Stone," Zhongli was basically certain of the other party's identity.

[Kun Jun: "To be honest, I've been feeling very anxious, like there's something I haven't done that I've forgotten. I can't remember it, and it's so frustrating..."]

Kunjun told everyone that when he heard the name Zhenlong Stone, he felt that the name was familiar, and that holding it in his hand might remind him of something, which is why he was looking for it.

Paimon: "Ah, I know that feeling! Knowing you've forgotten something, but not being able to remember what it is."

Paimon said he also has this feeling of forgetting things and not being able to remember them, which surprised the readers.

Paimon, who usually seems like an optimist, actually had such an experience? What was it that she forgot?

She clearly has symptoms of amnesia and experiences anxiety about forgetting things, yet she still travels with travelers and acts as a little source of joy. I really, really, made me cry.

Upon seeing this, Paimon seemed to remember something. Since he didn't know what he had forgotten, why not ask Shenqi Lin Qiu?

“Lin Qiu, do you know what I’ve forgotten?” Paimon asked.

These past few days everyone has been busy preparing for Fashion Week. Yingmei has already received special training from Funingna on how to pose, and now Paimon follows Lin Qiu around every day.

Lin Qiu, who was reading a book, naturally knew what Paimon was talking about, because Paimon was perched on his shoulder reading, and the two were reading at the same pace.

Lin Qiu responded, "Even if I knew, I wouldn't tell you."

Lin Qiu thought for a moment and then said tactfully, "You should find your memories in your future. If I tell you directly, I will lose this joy and destiny."

Paimon nodded, seemingly understanding, but having chatted with Lin Qiu, this 'riddler,' for a while, she had become quite familiar with him.

It translates to, 'I'm not telling you now.'

"You stingy guy!" Paimon turned his head away in dissatisfaction, but then turned it back because he wanted to continue reading.

The travelers in the story headed north in the direction Kunjun had indicated, searching for clues about the miners.

When they arrived in the Lingju Pass area, Paimon discovered a new clue: footprints.

Following the footprints, they arrived at a village and decided to ask the local residents for directions.

One of the residents actually saw the four miners; they were indeed following a little girl.

Strangely, the little girl didn't look like a child; her expression was very serious, without a trace of a smile.

The four adults walked unsteadily and swayed, looking as if they were asleep.

Readers began brainstorming, concluding that the four miners seemed to be in a state of unconsciousness, as if they had been hypnotized and brainwashed.

But what would a little girl do if she hypnotized four adults?

To uncover the truth, readers continue reading, as the traveler and his companions continue their search following the directions given by the residents.

On the way, Kunjun rescued a scholar, and then discovered a mineral that could read memories.

Following the scene seen inside the ore, the group chased all the way to the South Heavenly Gate.

They actually found a missing miner here. He was lying on the ground, but he was still muttering to himself, "I can still... I can still dig..."

This further convinced the readers that the other person had indeed been hypnotized.

But what kind of operation is it to hypnotize miners and dig for things to death?

If it were Lao Dai's readers who did this, they would find it normal, but why would it be a little girl?

After settling the miner in, Kunjun suddenly remembered something and said:

"Oh, right! Seeing these fragments reminded me that I also have something to give you."

He took out several crystals from his pocket and handed them to the traveler and Paimon.

With his expertise, each of these crystals was exceptionally valuable.

"These are crystals I found at the market. Don't underestimate them just because they're crystals; their quality is extremely rare! One for each of you, as a souvenir."

He took out another piece and handed it to Zhongli.

"This one is for Mr. Zhongli."

Zhong Li didn't take it immediately, but paused for a moment, then hesitated.

Kunjun hurriedly asked, "W-what's wrong? Don't you like it?"

Zhongli shook her head. "No, how could that be? I just didn't expect to receive a gift at a time like this."

Yes, he never expected to receive a gift from an old friend at such a time.

After thinking for a moment, Zhongli finally found the traveler and asked him with a serious expression:

[Traveler, what impressions do you have of the "Dragon-Suppressing Stone"?]

It's rare for Zhongli to have a serious expression, at least not after he 'transforms' into Zhongli.

The reason he mentioned the "Dragon-Suppressing Stone" to the traveler at that moment was to give the traveler a hint.

The "Dragon-Suppressing Stone" originated from a great battle thousands of years ago.

However, they are scarce, not well-known, and have long been exhausted.

Why would a modern Liyue resident search for minerals that no longer exist?

This implies more than just to travelers; it also subtly hints at the implications for readers.

People who were previously unfamiliar with the "Dragon-Suppressing Stone" now had some understanding and began to speculate about Kunjun's identity and purpose.

Some people think he's a bad guy, and that the "Dragon-Suppressing Stone" is just an excuse; he actually has other motives.

Some people believe he is an immortal who has fallen into a deep sleep and has only just awakened, which is why he is looking for minerals that no longer exist.

Kunjun himself was also puzzled, 'Who am I? Am I even human?'

To find out the answer, one only needs to keep reading, and readers continue reading with curiosity.

In the story, Kunjun looked at the memories of the nearby stones again, but unfortunately, there wasn't much useful information in these stones.

Because a stone's memory is like a person's; only extremely strong emotions or thoughts will be recorded.

They continued until they found a large tree with a stone tablet under it, which Kunjun touched.

The stone tablet reads: 'The universe cherishes life, and the Immortal Lord is benevolent. He has suppressed the evil dragon here; idlers should not trespass.'

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Character Voice Actors - Traveler: About the Second Act of the Ancient Chronicles

Traveler: "My friend... amnesia... could it be that Little Paimon will forget me in the future, just like the Dragon King Ruotu forgot Zhongli?"

Paimon: "How could that be?! You're my friend! You're family! I will never, ever forget you!"

Paimon: "I think about you every day... I wonder what you'll feed me, hehehe."

Paimon: "So, Ying, what are we having for dinner tonight?"

Chapter 198 Ruotuo Dragon King

Readers immediately understood: a 'dragon' was sealed beneath this tree!

“Isn’t this the ‘Dragon-Suppressing Stone’?” Seno said.

Tinali was unable to refute it, because regardless of whether the stone tablet was made of "Dragon-Suppressing Stone" or not, it could indeed be called "Dragon-Suppressing Stone".

[Traveler: "Did you find anything?"]

Kunjun: "For now... um, not yet."

After touching the stone, Kunjun seemed a little off, as if he was lost in thought.

[Zhongli: "Everyone, come this way."]

Zhongli found a clue: a newly dug path behind the tree.

Inside the tunnel, three miners were still digging desperately. One of them collapsed on the ground from exhaustion, another was digging with his hands, and only one was still digging relatively normally.

Behind them was a 'door' sealed by a light talisman.

[Zhongli: "They'll dig a tunnel leading to the ancient seal, and if no one discovers it, they'll keep digging."]

Kunjun stood behind Zhongli, his gaze fixed on Zhongli, his brows slightly furrowed. Then, as if he had discovered something, he looked behind everyone.

Paimon: "Could it be... that there's something inside the seal..."

To Paimon's question, readers can only say, 'Paimon, you didn't even glance at that stone tablet!'

Just then, the three miners stopped digging, glared angrily at the travelers and their companions, and slowly approached with their pickaxes in hand.

The ordinary miners could not harm the travelers, but the problem was that the travelers could not harm these ordinary people either.

Without saying a word, Paimon took a step back and dodged behind Zhongli.

When Paimon came up behind Zhongli, Zhongli timely opened the barrier, stopping the three miners' attack.

The three miners attacked Zhongli's barrier frantically, but to no avail.

Zhongli strolled forward leisurely, while the barrier pushed the miners back slowly, as Zhongli was afraid of hurting them.

Lin Qiu provided a close-up illustration, with Zhong Li raising one hand forward, the perspective from the side and rear, highlighting Zhong Li's back view and her long legs moving with elegant steps.

The previous illustration of General Raiden also featured long legs and a leisurely gait, but it mainly conveyed a sense of intimidation.

But now Zhongli is also taking this slow step, but there is no sense of oppression, only a strong sense of security.

It might also be a matter of perspective; the Thunder General is in a frontal view, so it feels like an enemy walking towards us.

Zhongli is positioned from the side and rear, suggesting he's protecting his teammates.

If Lei Jun's perspective had been from behind at the time, he would have felt incredibly safe.

The people of Liyue are saying they can't stand it and want more of these kinds of scenes!

The Emperor's back view—those legs, that waist, the position of the Divine Eye! I deeply admire the Immortal Master!