Genshin Impact: I am best at sacrifice, don't cry

Today is Liyue’s annual Lantern Festival.

Nearly half a year has passed since Nan Dou became the head of the Wangsheng Hall.

I don’t know if it’s because the living are nostalgic for the festival, but Nan Dou has a rare day of leisure today.

During the past six months, Nan Dou has taken over all affairs of Wangsheng Hall.

Of course, the main reason is that the funeral home of the Hall of Rebirth is very capable, and he only needs to make decisions on major matters.

The deepest impression left by everyone who has met Nan Dou is not his age, but the fact that no matter where he is or when, there is always a smart, cute and energetic girl by his side.

"Grandpa, today is the Lantern Festival. I have arranged for people to be on duty like in previous years, and I have given the rest of the people a holiday."

"Yes, Grandpa, let's go to the street tonight to have some fun!"

Grandpa looked at the mature Nan Dou and the still lively and cute Hu Tao in front of him, and the feeling of happiness was like a warm breeze in winter and a spoonful of sweet honey that touched his heart.

"Okay, Grandpa will accompany you to have a good tour of Liyue Harbor this year."

From the day he brought Nan Dou back home, he never thought of placing the heavy burden of inheriting Wangsheng Hall on him.

But Nan Dou was like a gift from God to him. Not only did he get the recognition of the Emperor and possess the qualifications to practice the immortal method of rebirth, but he was also better than his talented granddaughter in other aspects.

Of course, since the day he announced that Nam Doo was his grandson, he has treated Nam Doo as his own grandson.

The happiest thing for a grandfather is to be held by his grandchildren and called grandpa.

"Grandpa, let's go now. It's getting dark soon. We need to find a good spot to watch the fireworks!"

Walnut skillfully hugged one of her grandfather's arms and spoke anxiously.

"Hu Tao, don't worry, I have already found a seat in advance."

"Let's walk slowly. Don't strain Grandpa's body."

Nandou reached out and tapped Kurumi's head gently, saying with a smile.

"Hey, Grandpa is in good health!"

Although Kurumi said this, he still slowed down the strength of his hands.

Nan Dou shook his head and went to the other side to support his grandfather's arm.

"Hahaha, you guys are still the same as when you were little!"

A bright smile broke out on grandpa's face, and there was no longer the sadness in his eyes that lingered after his son and daughter-in-law left.

"This time, we, as a family, will go to the Lantern Festival together."

Grandpa's voice was soft, but it created a gust of wind that stirred the hearts of the five people in the room.

……

The Lantern Festival is the most important traditional festival in Liyue.

On this day, the entire Liyue Harbor was filled with a festive atmosphere. The streets were decorated with lights and bright red couplets and lanterns adorned every corner. The people of Liyue Harbor dressed in their best costumes and walked bustlingly on the streets, full of joy and anticipation.

During the Lantern Festival, various celebrations are held in the streets and alleys of Liyue Harbor, including animal dances, lanterns, silhouettes, etc.

More importantly, it is the day for countless families to reunite. In the evening, the whole family will sit together to have a reunion dinner. The table is filled with sumptuous dishes and people wish each other well.

In the world of the past, every time the Spring Festival, which was similar to the Lantern Festival, came, Nan Dou would sit alone at the dinner table. His favorite food tasted like chewing wax. The lights of thousands of homes outside the window gathered into a galaxy, but not a single one belonged to him.

But it is different now. He has a lovely and sensible sister, Hu Tao, a grandfather who loves and takes care of him, and two parents who are still worried about them even after they pass away and stay with them in another way.

People fear death because death is the greatest loss.

I have lost everything I was attached to, those things I had fought for my whole life to obtain, those things I still miss so much in my heart.

But if you know that even after death, you can still be reunited with your former loved ones, then the fear of death becomes insignificant.

"..."

"It's New Year's Day, why am I still thinking about life and death? It's unlucky."

The bustling sounds of the street flooded into Nan Dou's mind, making him subconsciously shake his head and stop thinking about it.

"Grandpa, we have candied haws for sale!"

In front of her grandfather, Hu Tao pointed at the stall not far away and spoke coquettishly.

"Haha, if you want to eat it, grandpa will buy it for you."

Grandpa looked at Hutao lovingly, just as he did every moment before.

"Hey, I have money now, I can buy some for grandpa!"

Hu Tao has a salary from Nan Dou, so his small treasury has been very sufficient in the past few years.

"What about mine?" Nan Dou interrupted with a smile.

"Of course I have my brother's too. You are my boss now, so of course I have to bribe you nicely!"

As Hu Tao spoke, he made a funny expression, which made Nan Dou and his grandfather laugh.

The three generations of grandparents and grandchildren walked on Feiyunpo Commercial Street, the most prosperous commercial street in Liyue Harbor, all wearing red clothes limited to the festival.

Along the way, familiar neighbors came up to say hello and exchange blessings.

It took the three of them nearly an hour to walk the entire Feiyunpo slope, and it was completely dark.

"Brother, where is the best place to watch the fireworks you mentioned? Take us there quickly, the fireworks show is about to start!"

Walnut, who had been looking forward to the fireworks show, couldn't wait any longer.

"Come with me."

Nan Dou smiled mysteriously, and took Hu Tao and Grandpa to the Qun Yu Pavilion from the ferryman.

"Mr. Hu, I have been waiting for you for a long time."

Ningguang, who used to wear solemn and noble clothes, changed into a dark blue dress on this special day.

"Master Tianquanxing is too polite."

After a round of greetings, the three generations of grandparents and grandchildren found a seat in the venue that had been arranged long ago and sat down.

In fact, every year during the Lantern Festival, Ningguang would hold a grand banquet in the Jade Pavilion and invite the celebrities from Liyue's noble families.

However, due to the constant changes in the Wangsheng Hall in recent years, it was the first time for Nan Dou and Hu Tao to attend Ningguang's banquet during the Lantern Festival.

At the banquet, there were many familiar faces to Nan Dou.

"Brother, this is my first time watching fireworks from such a high place!"

Unable to bear the loneliness, Hu Tao pulled Nan Dou to the edge of the Jade Pavilion and looked at the scene of Liyue Harbor below with excitement.

"If you want, we can come here every year in the future."

"Of course, the prerequisite is that Sister Ningguang hosts a banquet."

Nan Dou touched Hu Tao's head. For some reason, he always felt inexplicably uneasy.

The words that had long been buried deep in my memory began to surface in my mind recently:

[You have been given the opportunity to travel through the long river of fate. Changing the fate of others or getting them back on track can give you strength.]

"I don't care about power anymore. I just want to live a good life."

“It feels so good to have a home…”