Chapter 91: Legend and the Present
"So, why did you call us here? Is there something you can't say in Yuehai Pavilion?"
"It's impossible at Yuehai Pavilion , and even more impossible at those places where Uncle Tian usually slacks off. There are so many people around, and they can hear everything."
Gu Sanqiu rolled his eyes: "If you say that in those places, believe it or not, a bunch of people will go to Hulao Mountain to make pilgrimages and seek immortals the next day, and there will be a second major earthquake in a matter of minutes."
"Hey, what are you talking about? I'm just slacking off. I'm just getting close to the people and contributing to the livelihood projects in Liyue Harbor from the most fundamental and basic perspective!"
Uncle Tian frowned immediately: "Are you worried about... those idiots from the Sanxuan Society?"
"That's right."
Gu Sanqiu waved his hand and set up the formation: "With such a big commotion, there is no way to cover it up even if I want to. Besides, at that time, helping Ruo Tuo Dragon King solve the trouble was the top priority, and I couldn't care less."
"The Sanxuan Society is deeply rooted in Liyue. It's completely lucky that they can't guess that the earthquake is related to the Dragon King Ruota."
Gu Sanqiu said seriously: "So, what tricks and talents do you guys have hidden? During this period of time, you should move towards the direction of Hulao Mountain. As long as your arrangements are not discovered by the traitor, there is still hope of catching any clues of the Sanxuan Society."
"Even if you catch those diehard fans who refuse to speak out, just leave them to me."
Gu Sanqiu smiled sinisterly: "A thousand years of prosperity have made Liyue what it is today, but it seems that no one has truly seen the darkness that has accumulated over the past thousand years."
Where there is light, there is darkness. For thousands of years, the human race has been punishing prisoners, interrogating people, and treating traitors. Even if it is for interests that far exceed their own needs, the human race is absolutely unique in the long river of time in terms of the ruthlessness it uses against its own kind.
And in Liyue, there is a family that has been passed down from generation to generation and has silently recorded all of this.
I don’t need these on ordinary days, it’s just because I have a sense of integrity in my heart that helps me stand firm in my position.
"Hmm, that's about it."
Uncle Tian used his seniority to force Gu Sanqiu's head down, trying to stop his increasingly dangerous thoughts.
"You invited us to dinner today not just to talk about this, right? Is there anything else?"
"Well, there are still some."
Gu Sanqiu considered his words and said, "If I'm not mistaken, you officials should have a safe route map to Guyun Pavilion."
"It's the kind of sea route map that allows you to safely reach Guyun Pavilion at a specific time, via a specific route, and at a certain speed."
"Well, we do have it, but we can't just show it to you even if it's your house."
Ningguang thought for a moment and said, "But your crazy sister who runs around the sea with her fleet all day should have it."
"Uh, forget it. Sister Beidou is going to sail for some time. She said she wanted to make some money before the policies on Inazuma's side become more severe."
"Oh, by the way, there's also the Nangang Beizhuang plan that Xingqiu and I were working on. I'll tell you about it today as well."
Gu Sanqiu returned to his room and took out a pile of papers, which were densely covered with various data and related plans, which left Keqing and Tianshu stunned.
"You kid, I thought you were just sitting around doing nothing at home all day, but I didn't expect you to have such a talent!"
Keqing glanced at Gu Sanqiu thoughtfully, then turned to look at Ningguang.
"Sister Ningguang, this guy is so capable, why don't you put him to work in Yuehai Pavilion? I think Sister Ganyu needs such a person to help her share the work pressure."
"Don't think about it, girl. The job of an incense burner is also very important."
Ningguang smiled and said, "Besides, this brat probably doesn't want to be bound by those rules and regulations in Yuehai Pavilion."
"My elder sister still understands me."
Gu Sanqiu gave a thumbs up, then glanced at Keqing.
I treat you as a friend, but you actually want to drag me into being a corporate slave with you?
I reject!
Keqing clenched her sword tightly without saying a word.
"Well, let's change the subject. See if this plan can be realized. If it is accomplished, we won't have to worry about finances in the future."
The three of them picked up the plan and passed it around. "Well, it's a good plan, but have you considered the problem of returning to the original place? Even if this project can really be completed, the cost of travel alone is a big problem."
Gu Sanqiu was stunned: "You, Qixing, don't have a development plan for Guiliyuan?"
"How did the problem arise in that place? As a person offering incense, shouldn't you know it best?"
Uncle Tian shook his head: "Not to mention that most of the area has become a hotbed for monsters. It is extremely difficult to develop a Guiliyuan."
"The most important point is that even now, there are still evil dragon blood stones around Qingce Village."
"Whether it is the development of tourism or other industries, safety is definitely one of the primary considerations. If there is no way to solve the problem of the evil blood stone, the development of Qingce Village will definitely not be put on the agenda."
“Tsk.”
Gu Sanqiu curled his lips: "So, my plan was in vain?"
"Not really."
Ningguang flipped through the plan. "Some of the things here are refreshing. In other words, they are methods that can be used in daily business operations. This trip is not a loss."
"Hey, hey, I got some good ingredients and cooked for you guys, and this is your attitude?"
Gu Sanqiu rolled his eyes at his elder sister and said, "Then let me change the question. Regarding the demon remnants on the land of Liyue, do you have a perfect solution?"
Keqing held her forehead with her hand. "Please, even I know that your Gu family used to be the leader of the Xuanmen Sect. You cultivators, or even the immortals and yakshas, can't solve this problem, and you want us to solve it?"
“That’s not the point.”
Gu Sanqiu knocked on the table: "The key point is whether you have the confidence or determination to deal with them."
"No, and there is no need."
Uncle Tian shook his head: "The problem of the demon god's remnants is a headache for all countries. It cannot be solved in a short time, not to mention that there are more important things at this stage, that is, the lives of the people under rule."
"To sum it up, it can be cleaned up, but it's not necessary. Is that what you mean?"
"That's right."
Uncle Tian nodded, then secretly glanced at Keqing who was standing beside him without saying a word.
"Liyue Harbor and Qingce Manor, these two places where our people can live in peace are hard-won, and we don't want to easily disrupt the current peace."
"Times are changing, and we don't know what will happen after this, not to mention that there is a Northern Bank in Liyue Harbor now."
Uncle Tian coughed and said, "I am old, and many things may be different from your young people's ideas. The quality of being enterprising has disappeared from me for many years."
"I am the oldest among you all. There are some things that an old man like me, who is still alive, should say. Maybe it would be more appropriate for me to be the villain."
“ Liyue is at the juncture of change, and when the change truly arrives, all we need to do is to continue to accumulate our strength and protect our homeland in the tide of the next era!”
