Original God Zhongli BG Xiao Qinglong traveled through time

Chapter 306 Sending the Immortals Away (End - Part )

Accompanying Mr. Zhongli, he stood quietly by the railing for a long time. The ceremony over there was still going on, and people were busy shuttling back and forth. After worshipping the emperor, the children, led by Hu Tao, naturally couldn't sit still, so they ran away with their friends and went to play everywhere. With Lin Huan's hearing, he could clearly hear the Qianyan Army's instructor Feng Yan reading the official notice of the Seven Stars loudly at the archway.

"...Even though the soaring dragons and flying unicorns live as long as the mountains, they will eventually turn into dust. The Emperor is an immortal, with a life as bright as the sun and the moon, but the weather has its ups and downs, and he happened to encounter a thunderstorm. Rumors abounded on the streets, saying that the Emperor was assassinated, but this is not the truth. The Emperor suffered a heavenly calamity, and his soul returned to heaven. Therefore, I hereby announce this to Liyue, and pray that the people of Liyue will mourn and avoid heartbreak..."

Likewise, she also heard Ningguang's speech coming from the crowd...

"...As I just said, the Emperor's soul has returned to heaven, which means the severance of the 'contract' and the end of an era.

The people of Liyue were once happy, and in their happiness they forgot the cruelty of time.

After waking up from a dream, people learn to say goodbye.

After the 'contract' is re-established, will you bless the next era?"

In the end, Lin Huan was unable to suppress the surging emotions in his heart. He sighed slightly, lowered his head, leaned on the shoulder of the gentleman next to him, and then slowly closed his eyes.

"This... is indeed witnessing the end of an era..."

"But at the same time, this is also the beginning of another new era." Mr. Zhongli raised his hand and gently stroked the top of Lin Huan's head. In a corner where no one noticed, he took the girl leaning beside him into his arms, sighed softly, and patiently comforted her: "Good girl, I know you are reluctant in your heart... just don't be sad. I comforted Yaoyao over there, and now I come to comfort you here. I feel very uncomfortable. But things in this world have a beginning and an end, and they are endless. The changes in Liyue, as Ningguang said, are the end of the old chapter, but also the beginning of a new chapter. I know you value love, but don't let sadness restrict your steps forward. Look around, the road ahead is still long, I know you will not hesitate to move forward, right? So, don't be sad anymore..."

“I’m sorry, sir…” After a long while, Lin Huan smiled softly, “I’m sorry to bother you to comfort me again. It’s really Ah Huan’s fault… But you’re right, sir. This is the end of an era, but also the beginning of another. We all firmly believe that the people of Liyue can protect Liyue with their pride and strength…”

"That's right..." Mr. Zhongli did not let go of his hand, but hugged the person next to him tighter again, and whispered, "Little Ahuan... Although the emperor has left, I have always been here. This is also the reason why Ahuan brought Xiao Yaoyao to me, right? So... Ahuan, there is no need to be reluctant or sad, I have always been here, right?"

“But... in my heart, Mr. Zhongli will always be just Mr. Zhongli... because five hundred years ago, Uncle Hu, Dad... introduced you to me under the osmanthus tree in the backyard of the Wangsheng Hall... at that time, the only person I knew was Mr. Zhongli!” Lin Huan raised his head very seriously, looked at him, and whispered with an extremely firm tone.

"Silly girl..." Upon hearing this, Mr. Zhongli couldn't help but reached out and gently rubbed Lin Huan's head, then smiled softly.

Suddenly, a sound of light footsteps came from far away. After a while, the footsteps stopped, and then Ying's smiling voice came from behind.

"Mr. Zhongli, Ah Huan! You are indeed here."

Lin Huan was slightly stunned, then took a step back and stood side by side with Mr. Zhongli, smiling slightly, "Xiaoying, Paimeng. Hello."

"Zhongli, look! The people of Liyue all think that they will never see Prince Yan again. Look at the atmosphere of remembrance, it's very solemn! But how come you, you feel so "relaxed"? "Paimon said angrily, with his hands on his hips.

Zhongli smiled faintly, his eyes calm and deep, "Wouldn't it be easier after removing the burden of three thousand seven hundred years?"

Paimon was slightly stunned, tilted his head and thought about it, "That... is true."

Zhongli smiled and continued, "By the way, when are you free? I'll invite you to have dinner at Xinyuexuan, and Ah Huan will come too."

Paimeng's eyes widened when he heard this, and he snorted, "Hmph, stop bragging, Zhongli. I can believe "three bowls and you're not going to make it", but Xinyuexuan charges for tea! Can you really afford it?"

Zhongli looked embarrassed, "Uh..."

Lin Huan, who was beside him, leaned against the railing, raised his eyebrows and smiled softly, leaned slightly towards his friend, and whispered, "It's rare to see you in such an embarrassed state~"

As they spoke, the two girls standing together smiled at each other.

After a moment, Zhongli said helplessly: "So, Mora is indeed not enough."

"Zhongli has always been in this situation before, however..."

Paimon frowned, his face full of confusion, "But I still don't quite understand why Morax is short of Mora?"

Zhongli looked calm and said slowly: "As the Rock King and Morax, I can easily create Mora. But since I have chosen the identity of a mortal like "Zhongli", I should follow the rules of the mortal world."

Zhongli put his hands behind his back, his expression calm, and said slowly: "Although the "Heart of God" is still in my hands during this journey with you, I know that I will soon step down from the position of the Seven Gods. How can I not make some plans and rehearsals for my future "new life" in advance?" His eyes were deep and distant, as if he was recalling the time they spent together.

Paimon folded her hands over her chest, tilted her head, and said with an expression of sudden enlightenment, "Hmm... no wonder! I finally understand. Zhongli, you never look at the price when you spend money. It turns out it's because you are not used to looking at the price." Her small face was full of seriousness.

Paimon then frowned, blinked her big eyes, raised the corners of her mouth slightly, and said in a playful and teasing tone: "But you haven't gotten used to the fact that you can't turn into Mora at any time, so you have become a social loser who eats for free and asks others to pay for it." As she spoke, she stomped her feet in the air and gestured exaggeratedly with her hands. She looked cute and cunning.

Ying and Lin Huan on the side looked at each other, curved their eyebrows and smiled happily.

Zhongli raised his eyebrows slightly, showing a helpless smile, and explained, "No... I just spent some of the "Fools'" money. There's no need to speak so badly of me. Ah Huan, don't laugh, save some face for the gentleman."

After a pause, Zhongli looked into the distance, his smile faded a little, and he said slowly, "In this trading city, people exchange not only money and goods, but also knowledge, memory, and vision."

"And even if the god Morax comes down to earth as the 'Lord of Rock' to enjoy the people, it is still very different from being a real mortal like 'Zhongli'."

A subtle complex emotion flashed in his eyes. But soon, Mr. Zhongli adjusted his mood, the corners of his lips slightly raised, and his tone was soft and warm, "Haha, I have a lot of feelings during this journey together, and I still need to thank you. As "Zhongli", I will also cherish the precious memories of traveling with you in Liyue. "

Zhongli raised his head slightly, a relieved smile on his face, and said: "It was a very good journey. However... any travel companion will have to part ways one day."

Paimon lowered his head, looking somewhat lonely, and said softly: "Well... maybe it's time to set off and continue the journey to find the Seven Gods."