Genshin Impact: Wherever you go, all wear and tear will be eliminated

Chapter 163: Old man, old man?

The stars hang high in the sky and the lights of Liyue Harbor shine brightly.

Morax, dressed in formal attire, went to Jueyunjian to inform the immortals of the news of his old friend's return.

A black-clad figure came up onto the deck of the Qun Yu Pavilion, which was known as the Heavenly Palace of Immortals. He was none other than Mo Ran, who had come here immediately after saying goodbye to a few people.

The maid at the gate bowed slightly when she saw the visitor, and said respectfully, "Greetings, Master Mo Ran. Miss Ningguang is in the main room handling official documents, and Captain Beidou is also here."

Mo Ran nodded and waved his hand to signal them not to report, then walked alone into the exquisite building in Liyue Harbor that all scholars, celebrities, and dignitaries wanted to set foot in.

On the desk, Ningguang kept frowning, her eyes were dazed and she looked a little absent-minded.

His opponent is Beidou, who is sitting opposite him and wearing a red dress with open hips. Although she is a woman, she is very heroic and the people in the port call Beidou the Big Sister.

The captain, who was famous in Liyue and was known as the Uncrowned Dragon King, crossed his arms and said with a smile, "It's rare to see you so worried and anxious. What's wrong? Are you scared by the news I brought back?"

Ningguang shook her head and sighed without saying anything.

Beidou had been dealing with him for many years. To be honest, this was the first time she saw Tianquan looking tired when talking to someone. This was a big taboo during negotiations.

"Hey, hey, why don't you say something? What are you going to do? We're waiting for your decision!" A trace of anxiety appeared in Beidou's eyes.

"Ningguang, are you tired?" Mo Ran walked in slowly with his hands behind his back.

Ningguang paused when she heard this. She looked at the familiar black clothes and her heart trembled. Listening to the same words she had said many years ago, she also said softly, "Old man, Ningguang is not tired."

"Not tired? Then cheer up. You are the Tianquan Star now. Any decision you make will bring about earth-shaking changes in Liyue. It will never be the same as before." Mo Ran raised his hand and gently patted the shoulder of the person who was considered the daughter of the family.

Then he just stood quietly behind her, looking exactly the same as when he helped the girl, allowed her to return to business and start her career, and protected her.

Beidou raised his head, looked at the man in black, and said in a loud voice: "Hey, Mr. Mo is here. Are you feeling well these days?"

Mo Ran smiled faintly and said, "It's not bad. I don't need help from others for everything. I am old and I still have some weight in Liyue Harbor!"

Beidou grinned and said, "From your tone, are you here to support Ningguang?"

Mo Ran laughed and said, "Ningguang doesn't need my support. She has much more assets under her name than I do, and she is also in the position of Tianquan. I ask, why would she need an unknown old guy like me who can't even move his hands and feet in the eyes of Captain Beidou?"

Beidou grabbed the wine flask at his waist, took a big sip, wiped it with his wrist casually, and said, "Mr. Mo is insulting me!"

"Okay, Captain Beidou, let's stop talking nonsense. There will be many opportunities in the future. The most important thing right now is the news you brought back." Ningguang looked back at the man in black. The strategist of the past was back, and the Tianquanxing who could cover the sky with one hand was back.

"Now that Liyue has been governed by humans, the followers of the former demon god have returned to seek revenge. Unless it is absolutely necessary, the immortals will not take action. Well, first summon the other six Seven Stars to discuss, and then..."

Mo Ran looked at this girl quietly, and his memory went back to the time when he took her to trade with someone for the first time. At that time, she was also like this, and while talking freely, she arranged everything without leaving anything out.

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After a sleepless night, Mo Ran sat behind a screen, sipping a sip of precious tea, feeling very comfortable.

The Seven Star Conference just ended a while ago. After almost an entire night of discussion, they finally finalized a plan. People are in Liyue Harbor. The real defense battle will start in two days when the wind rises.

"Grandpa, how do you feel about this?" Ningguang walked in gracefully and sat down on a wooden chair of unknown value with her graceful figure. She leaned back slightly and looked very relaxed.

Mo Ran smiled and said, "Since you said this is an era of human rule, I won't interfere."

Ningguang smiled brightly, picked up the teapot with her delicate hands, and made a cup of tea for herself and the old man. However, she did not stop yet, as she took an empty teacup and made another cup.

"Miss Keqing, if you have anything to say, please come in and talk."

"Sorry to bother you two." A girl in purple clothes and purple hair walked out from behind the screen. There was a flash of surprise in her eyes. She had not expected that the old man of the Tianquanxing family would actually be an immortal.

Ningguang shook her head slightly and said, "It's not that I'm disturbing you. If it wasn't for the old man's reminder, I might not have noticed this ear in the wall!"

Keqing sat down and apologized, "There are reasons for this. I hope you can understand."

Mo Ran smiled without saying anything, just watched quietly.

Ningguang understood what he meant without even looking, and said, "It's okay, but I have to hear the reason before I make any plans. You also know that as an immortal, I will never have peace in Liyue Harbor!"

“So, we won’t pursue Miss Keqing’s eavesdropping. We hope Miss Keqing will keep the secret for us!” Ningguang crossed her fingers and supported her chin, while the man in black next to her remained silent.

This has been the tacit understanding between the two for many years, one plays the white face and the other plays the red face. Of course, they can also switch back and forth at will, mainly depending on their mood.

Keqing nodded and agreed immediately, then said: "In two days, the remnants of the Whirlpool, Osel's followers, Ba Che will descend on Liyue Harbor. By then, there will be a great battle!"

"But, that day was also the Moon-Chasing Festival, and various related activities in Liyue Harbor were already prepared, including a chef competition held to commemorate the Kitchen God."

"I would like to ask, Mr. Mo Ran, would you like to sign up?"

Ningguang heard this and pretended to be calm as she took a big sip of tea. A hint of surprise flashed across her peach blossom eyes, but it only lasted for a moment.

Mo Ran remained calm. After all, he had lived for thousands of years. If he couldn't even control his facial expression, it would be so funny that people would die of laughter.

Mo Ran pondered for a moment, then said seriously: "With my status, if I participated, wouldn't it be unfair? With the title of the God of Cooking that everyone is talking about, is there any need for this competition? We need to give the younger generations some hope."

"I don't want the day when Liyue's cooking skills wither and die, leaving only my lineage!"

Keqing frowned and thought, "That's true. Then, Mr. Mo Ran, would you consider inviting me as a special guest at the competition? Before the final battle, cook a dish to warm up the crowd. This will surely bring in more money and set new records!"

Mo Ran was speechless for a moment, and Ningguang's eyes twitched. The two did not expect that Yuhengxing came here so solemnly just to get people to participate in the competition.

Mo Ran laughed and said, "Then the dishes should be prepared by the judges and then tasted by them, right?"

Keqing pretended to be calm and said, "According to the rules, it is true, but this is also for the sake of festive celebrations, so please don't refuse, Mr. Mo Ran!"

Mo Ran shook the teacup in his hand and said slowly: "Okay, I agree."

"Thank you for your understanding!" Keqing smiled happily, thinking that she could eat delicious golden shrimp balls again.

"Now that things have been dealt with, I still have a lot of things to arrange, so I won't stay to bother you two. We'll see you at the Moon Festival."

Keqing's goal had been achieved, so there was naturally no need for her to stay. As for trying to get close to others, she felt that it would be better to use that time to concentrate on her work.

Ningguang watched her colleagues walk away. She couldn't hide her smile and burst into laughter. "I never thought that Yuhengxing, who usually looks serious, would have such a side!"

Mo Ran put his hands behind his head and said leisurely, "Everyone has two sides. What they are like to the outside world may not be the same as what they are like to the inside world."

"Haha, just like you who have been successful in business and now hold the position of Heavenly Power, you were so anxious that you cried because you lost a little Mora!"

Ningguang blushed slightly, and she quickly said softly, "Grandpa, let's not talk about the past..."

In the Qun Yu Pavilion, two figures who looked similar in age were actually very different. One was elegant in black, and the other was majestic in a brocade yellow cheongsam.

The call of "old man" is not just calling out to one person, but also the deep family affection hidden deep in the heart.