allonlinenovel Chapter 75: Take One Step and Look One Step Further
Chapter 75: Take One Step and Look One Step Further
Gu Chen continued to narrate:
"I am a traveler, who intends to travel around the world, see many sights, and change some dissatisfactions and inappropriateness.
After settling some issues in Mondstadt, I came to Liyue.
Although I had just arrived, I was able to help out a little in Liyue and resolve some minor problems.
Before I could actually enter Liyue Harbor, I was stopped by the Thousand Rocks Army, who told me that I had been named the Gou Chen Star by the Rock Emperor, among other things.
I was caught off guard, I couldn't expect it, and I was also confused!
Before, no one had discussed this with me!
"To be disrespectful, what on earth is your Emperor, Old Deng, thinking? Can gods also become confused and senile?"
This self-confession alleviated much of Keqing's dissatisfaction and resentment.
So that’s what happened.
He was a traveler, and he himself didn't know what was going on.
If that's the case, then it's understandable.
Keqing felt quite complicated when she heard Gu Chen bluntly calling the Emperor "Lao Deng".
This guy doesn't seem to have much respect for the gods.
Maybe he is similar to me, the kind of person who is independent and self-reliant.
Wait, we can’t draw any conclusions yet, we have to wait and see.
In addition... Lao Deng...
This title is somewhat disrespectful to the Emperor, no matter how you look at it, right?
This is Keqing’s mentality.
She expressed concern for the future and wanted to lead the people of Liyue out of the Emperor's protection to a certain extent.
At the same time, deep in her heart, she has extreme respect for the Emperor.
She had some conflicting feelings, which made her feel a little conflicted after hearing Gu Chen address her as "Lao Deng".
But no matter what, having a contradictory mentality is always better than having a dissatisfied or even hostile mentality.
Feeling Keqing's attitude soften, Gu Chen added fuel to the fire:
"Strictly speaking, I am also a victim, and I want to ask the Emperor for clarification.
So, Miss Keqing, please don't put me on the fire, okay? I can't stand it! "
Gu Chen's actions really made Keqing laugh.
Moreover, because Gu Chen was right next to Keqing's ear, the hot air generated when he spoke blew into Keqing's neck, making the usually bold Keqing a little shy.
Finally, Keqing decided not to make a fuss anymore.
She stood up straight with the help of Gu Chen, looking at him with clear eyes and friendly expression:
"Since Lord Gou Chenxing insists on waiving the formalities, then Keqing will shamelessly accept it."
Gu Chen really smiled bitterly:
"I've already told you not to call me sir, just call me Gu Chen.
No matter what, no matter what my future status will be, I hope to be friends with Keqing, rather than a cold superior or subordinate."
These words were very sincere, and Keqing was also infected:
"Okay, since it's your wish."
At this point, Keqing became serious:
"Mr. Gu Chen, on behalf of the Liyue Seven Stars, the General Affairs Department, the Yuehai Pavilion, the Seven Stars and Eight Gates, and other departments, I would like to welcome you."
Following Keqing's words, several Qianyan soldiers and secretaries around her bowed and saluted.
Keqing’s Li Guchen is not pleasant, but their Li Guchen is still acceptable.
So after they bowed, Gu Chen smiled and gave them a light support, and was very friendly to them.
After all the necessary pleasantries were exchanged, the decisive Keqing got straight to the point:
“It seems that Mr. Gu Chen has many doubts in his mind.
In fact, we, the Seven Stars of Liyue, are also somewhat... puzzled by your arrival.
No matter what, the Emperor's orders are absolute.
Since he has already issued the decree, you are higher than us and second only to the Emperor, the Gou Chen Star.
We acknowledge your existence and your dignity.
I hope that in the future, we can work together to build Liyue into a better place, so that Liyue will enjoy peace and prosperity."
It really is... a very official statement.
But I have to admit that these words are indeed appropriate at this time.
Seeing this, Paimon and Noelle, who had been staying behind Gu Chen, couldn't help but breathe a sigh of relief.
Paimon even whispered to Noelle:
"Huh... Noelle, does this mean there was no conflict? Gu Chen should be fine, right?"
Noelle was also unsure:
"Hmm... I don't know, but things do look good."
The two people's whispered conversation also caught Keqing's attention.
So Keqing asked:
"Mr. Gu Chen, these two are..."
Gu Chen introduced with a smile:
“This little fellow over here is my eternal companion, Paimon.
This maid knight here is my friend, Noelle, an apprentice knight of the Mondstadt Knights of Favonius.
This time she came with me to Liyue Harbor because she had something to do."
After hearing this explanation, Keqing nodded seriously and kept Paimon and Noelle in mind.
The little guy Paimon was so harmless that Keqing automatically ignored him.
Because Noelle is a foreign friend, Keqing pays more attention to her:
“So you’re a friend of the Knights of Favonius, welcome to Liyue.
If Miss Noelle needs any help, please ask and we will do our best to help."
Facing Keqing, Noelle was a little flattered:
"That's very kind of you.
My mission in Liyue Harbor this time is just to help the Knights procure some supplies. There's no need to trouble you, I can do it myself."
Keqing smiled and nodded:
"Okay, please help yourself."
Finally, Keqing looked at Gu Chen:
"Mr. Gu Chen, if it's convenient, please come with me to the General Affairs Department.
We need to discuss in detail your entry procedures, identity verification, and the ownership of your responsibilities."
Gu Chen felt a headache when he heard it, but he couldn't refuse:
"Okay, I'll go with you."
Paimon must be staying with Gu Chen, so Gu Chen looked at Noelle:
"Noelle, do you want to go with me?"
Noelle was very perceptive. She smiled and shook her head.
"No, I won't bother you anymore.
Senior, please go ahead and do your work. I can use this opportunity to go buy supplies."
Gu Chen nodded:
"Okay, let's set a time and place to meet.
Well, the location is still here at the bridge head, and the time is... this evening, how about it?"
Noelle tapped her lips with her index finger, thinking:
"Is this so...
I actually thought that after purchasing the supplies, I could go back to Mondstadt directly..."
Gu Chen shook his head and interrupted:
"How about that?
He came and left in a hurry. How can I stay in the Knights Templar after this matter gets back?
I'd like to at least let you spend a day in Liyue Harbor and stay overnight, and then consider leaving tomorrow. How about that?"
Noelle hesitated.
Paimon beside him smiled and joined in the conversation:
"Right, right, why are you in such a hurry, Noelle?
Gu Chen is now the Gou Chen star of Liyue. Can't I treat you to a meal?"
Gu Chen looked at Paimeng with a wry smile and said nothing.
This little guy is not only obsessed with money, but when did he become obsessed with power?
I think you have the same idea as that guy Zhongli, you both want to force things!