As the crowds gradually dispersed, dusk painted Liyue - the sky was dyed orange and red, and the afterglow of the setting sun fell on the city's buildings and streets, adding a warm atmosphere to the whole scene.

At this moment, Keqing seemed to be looking for something in the crowd, scanning the surroundings with a focused gaze. Suddenly, her eyes lit up and she found her target.

"Traveler!" Keqing shouted excitedly, and then trotted to Ying's side. Her purple ponytails swayed in the air like jumping notes.

"Hmm? What's wrong, Keqing?" Ying asked somewhat confusedly, her voice clear and gentle.

“If you hadn’t helped us in the previous battle, we would have…” Keqing said gratefully, with sincerity shining in her eyes.

“In any case, in order to express our gratitude, we have decided to fulfill one of your wishes within the practical scope.” Keqing said with a smile. Her smile was as beautiful as a blooming flower. Ningguang and Ganyu, who were standing behind her, also smiled and nodded.

"Wow, is this true?" Upon hearing this, Paimeng's saliva began to flow unconsciously.

As soon as these words came out, everyone's eyes instantly focused on Ying. People began to discuss in low voices:

"So she is the one who helped Qixing defeat the demon? She looks so young!"

"Yeah, if only I had this kind of strength..."

For a moment, there was a lot of discussion all around.

Listening to the discussions of the crowd, Ying's eyes unconsciously turned to the stone pillar not far away. At this moment, Qianyu was standing there quietly, admiring the sunset.

"How about it, have you thought it through?" Keqing asked in a low voice, and everyone was looking forward to Ying's answer.

"If possible, please help me post a few missing person notices..."

On the other side, Zhongli and Guizhong walked side by side to Qianyu.

Gui Zhong had a happy smile on her face. She had two skewers of grilled fish in her hands. She said to Qian Yu happily, "Hey, we're back!"

Zhongli looked at Qianyu's pensive expression and asked softly, "What's wrong, old friend? What are you thinking about?" His voice was low and gentle, as if it could calm people down.

Qianyu came back to his senses, frowned and replied: "Nothing, just..."

His thoughts returned to the moment of the final battle with Ba Che. The mysterious voice kept lingering in his mind, making him feel extremely familiar, but he could not determine its source and meaning.

Seeing Qianyu's tangled expression, Zhongli gently patted his shoulder and comforted him:

“Instead of dwelling on certain things, it is better to let go. Perhaps the truth of everything is just around the corner waiting to be discovered.” His words revealed a profound wisdom.

After listening to Zhongli's words, Qianyu nodded thoughtfully.

Qianyu could feel that there seemed to be a subtle connection between the abyss, the earth veins, the heart of God and the clear wind, but at the moment, he could not understand exactly what this connection was.

Maybe as Zhongli said, he needed to give his brain some time to rest and relax.

Perhaps his awakening itself was a miracle. Qianyu pondered this question secretly.

At this moment, that soft and crisp voice once again lingered in Qianyu's ears.

"Dissipation is not death, but... and not... but awakening..." This mysterious voice seemed to come from a distant time and space, making Qianyu feel both familiar and unfamiliar.

As the voice disappeared, Qianyu suddenly felt the power in his body become restless, as if countless wild beasts wanted to break free and rush out of his body.

At the same time, he felt that these forces seemed to resonate with something, an indescribable connection that made his heart beat faster and his breathing become rapid.

"No need... before everything is annihilated by the abyss..."

At this moment, a piercing pain suddenly surged into Qianyu's body, drowning his consciousness like a tide.

Many scenes that he had never seen before appeared in his mind like a movie. Every scene was so real that he could hardly distinguish between reality and illusion.

"These are...such strange feelings." Due to the severe pain, Qianyu couldn't help but put one hand on his forehead, trying to resist this powerful impact.

Noticing Qianyu's abnormality, Zhongli and Guizhong were immediately surprised. They could clearly feel that for some reason, Qianyu's aura had suddenly increased several times.

"You are here!" At this moment, Paimon's voice suddenly came, interrupting the conversation between the three people.

"Everyone in Liyue Harbor is heartbroken because of the Emperor's departure. Is it really okay for you to do this, Zhongli?" Paimon asked with a puzzled look on his face.

However, at this moment, Zhongli's mind was not on Paimon's problem at all, and his eyes revealed a hint of worry and uneasiness.

"Strange, I clearly saw Qianyu here just now, isn't he with you?" Ying asked at this time.

Hearing this, Zhongli and Guizhong turned around suddenly, only to find that Qianyu had disappeared from behind them at some point.

"It's okay, my old friend is just going back to the Hall of Rebirth to rest." Zhongli said in a deep voice, with a hint of barely perceptible nervousness in his tone. In order to agree with Zhongli, Guizhong also nodded repeatedly to show his agreement.

"Wait, don't avoid my topic, Zhongli!" Paimon suddenly raised his voice, put his hands on his hips, and looked at Zhongli seriously.

“Although the Emperor has a close relationship with Liyue, if he attempts to take a step forward, he will inevitably accept separation…” Zhongli explained. At this moment, he noticed that a streak of snow-white light was dissipating where Qianyu disappeared.

"I'll treat you all to a meal in a few days. Let's say the location is Wanmin Hall." Zhongli suddenly suggested.

Hearing this, Paimeng showed a trace of vigilance on her face: "Wait, Mr. Zhongli, do you really have the money to pay?" She has not forgotten the embarrassing scene when preparing for the ceremony. If the young master hadn't been there...

"Haha, what are you talking about? Now that the words have been said, there is no reason to refuse." Zhongli smiled, and didn't seem to care about Paimeng's questioning.

While everyone was talking, they saw Xiao, Fanan, Yingda and Mi Nu sitting on the stone platform on Yujing Terrace, quietly looking into the distance.

There is a sense of tranquility and contemplation in their eyes, as if they are feeling the changes in the world.

"It's hard to imagine..." Fanan said softly, holding a glass lily tightly in her hand. Her voice was filled with emotion and amazement, as if she was extremely shocked by the scene before her.

"Yes, this is a scene I haven't seen in a thousand years." Yingda echoed, her eyes also attracted by the prosperity in the distance. She squinted her eyes slightly, trying to see every detail clearly, and an indescribable feeling of emotion surged in her heart.

At this moment, countless houses and crowds filled the four people's vision.

The hustle and bustle of the city and the laughter of the people reached their ears, making them feel the vitality and hope of life. Smiles gradually appeared on their faces, as if they were infected by the prosperity.

Mi Nu looked at everything in front of him, his heart filled with joy.

He thought of the past years, the hard battles and sacrifices. Now, seeing the prosperity of Liyue and the happiness of its people, he felt that everything was worth it.

Xiao remained silent, his eyes deep and determined.

"Great Sage, why are you so worried in such a grand occasion?" At this time, Grandma Ping slowly walked over, looked at the four Yakshas with a kind look, and her voice was gentle and calm.

"Nothing, just..." Xiao said, not knowing how to start. His eyes dimmed and he fell silent. There seemed to be a thousand words in his heart, but it was difficult to express them in words.

"You miss him, right?" Grandma Ping asked in a calm tone, her eyes full of understanding.

Xiao nodded slightly, his thoughts were pulled back to the past, the days when he had fought together with him.

"The living are gone, the dead rest in peace, times are changing, years are passing."

As she spoke, Grandma Ping approached the flower bed and gently picked a glass lily. Her movements were graceful and gentle, as if she was paying tribute to life.

"You see, just like these flowers, life can wither and revive."

"Then why should we dwell in the sorrow of the past?" Grandma Ping turned around and handed the glazed lily to Xiao.

Xiao took the glazed lily and stared at it silently. The softness and fragrance of the petals made him feel the beauty and fragility of life.

"Maybe you are right, Gechenlang City..." Xiao said somewhat lostly, his voice revealing a hint of helplessness and sadness.

"But I'm just curious, if he could see this grand occasion with his own eyes, would he feel a little relieved..."

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