books44 Chapter 105: Xiangling is still in a dream
Chapter 105: Xiangling is still in a dream
Seeing Zhongli's stunned expression, Gu Chen also reacted and quickly picked up his wine glass:
"I made a mistake. I'll have a drink as punishment, I'll have a drink as punishment."
After saying that, he drank it all in one gulp.
Zhongli didn't care and smiled helplessly.
After finishing the cup, Gu Chen looked at Zhongli teasingly:
"No, I mean, are you planning to keep me hanging like this?
Is it making him feel stuck? Can't he find his true goal?
Zhongli took a bite of food and smiled calmly:
“There’s nothing wrong with that, is there?
Knowing that the other party has ulterior motives, why can't I take advantage of it?
Moreover, although the young master's stance is different from Liyue's, he can be regarded as a passionate and loyal person, whom I admire.
Let him be my mobile wallet for a while longer. During this time, I can send more of my bills to Northland Bank.
Gu Chen, you don’t know that because I have sent fewer bills to the hall recently, the hall master praised me for my progress.”
The hall master praised you for your progress?
Gu Chen couldn't help but imagine Hu Tao standing next to Zhong Li, patting him on the shoulder and praising him, saying that the guest official had made great progress recently...
Why does it feel like this is something that Walnut can do?
Shaking his head, Gu Chen stopped dwelling on this idea. He finally said to Zhongli:
"So, let's just pretend that Fatui spy in the corner doesn't exist?"
Zhongli nodded:
"Just ignore him."
So the two of them continued to clink their glasses and drank up the remaining wine in the glasses.
After they both finished eating and drinking, Paimon also ate contentedly beside them.
One of Paimon's little flaws is that once he is immersed in food, he is completely unaware of the conversations happening around him.
This is good, Gu Chen and Zhongli can talk about whatever they want.
Of course, there is nothing to be ashamed of when talking about Paimon.
The meal was finished like this. After that, the three of them stood up and Zhongli went to the counter to pay the bill.
Perhaps the kitchen was not busy, so Xiangling also took on the task of settling the bills.
Seeing Zhongli coming over, Xiangling subconsciously asked:
"Mr. Zhongli, should the bill be sent to the North Country Bank or to Changsheng Hall?"
The corners of Gu Chen and Paimeng's mouths twitched slightly as they followed behind.
Look, Xiangling knows everything.
Looking at Xiangling with a little helplessness, Zhongli took out his wallet from his pocket:
"Neither. This time, I'll pay."
Xiangling’s eyes widened at that moment!
Looking at the wallet in Zhongli's hand, especially seeing Mora inside the wallet after it was opened, Xiangling couldn't believe it!
Xiangling is not the only one who finds it unbelievable.
Gu Chen next to him also had his worldview shattered.
Oh my god! Morax actually brought Mora with him! Is the continent of Teyvat finally going to be destroyed?
Even Paimon, who was watching this scene from the side, felt an inexplicable sense of incongruity.
Under Xiangling's disbelieving eyes, she took a sufficient amount of Mora from Zhongli.
When she took the Mora, Xiangling even compared the Mora carefully against the sunlight.
It's real Mora, not fake money.
Little did she know that this action of hers made Zhongli frown and made Gu Chen next to him have a hard time holding back his laughter.
After finally confirming that the money was sufficient, Xiangling was still in a state of despair:
“You…the money you gave is just right.
Then... well... welcome back next time, Mr. Zhongli."
Nodding, Zhongli left Wanmin Hall, and Gu Chen and Paimeng followed him.
After leaving Wanmin Hall, Gu Chen and Zhongli parted ways.
Zhongli was going back to the Wangsheng Hall, and Gu Chen planned to continue strolling with Paimeng.
So Gu Chen and Paimeng basically spent the rest of the day strolling around.
Unlike the previous times when he wandered around and no one paid attention to him, this time when Gu Chen was strolling around, he often met Liyue people who greeted him.
On one side, people called out "Lord Gou Chen Xing", and on the other side, people called out "Lord Gou Chen Xing". The people's eyes were enthusiastic and their attitudes were respectful but not abrupt.
It's not surprising to receive such treatment.
After all, today was the first time that Gu Chen showed up as Doctor of Execution, and many people remembered his appearance.
In response to the people's greetings, Gu Chen smiled and nodded, appearing both easy-going and dignified.
His response was correct. The people of Liyue just greeted him respectfully and rarely came over to build relationships. They kept a just right distance and did not disturb Gu Chen's stroll.
Paimeng followed Gu Chen throughout the whole process, listening to the repeated calls of "Lord Gou Chenxing" and feeling the respect of the people of Liyue. She also felt a sense of honor and satisfaction.
In short, Paimon was almost getting carried away.
Before I knew it, a whole day had passed.
In the evening, Gu Chen and Paimeng returned to the mansion and rested after dinner.
At night, the two of them lay on a big bed, said good night to each other and went to sleep, but this is not mentioned.
After falling asleep, Gu Chen's consciousness followed the water veins and came to Fontaine again, and once again entered Funina's dreamland.
How many times has he and Funina met in private?
I don’t know, I’ve lost count.
But this time, after seeing Gu Chen in the dream, Funina's expression was very happy, and the first thing she said was:
"Gu Chen, are you executing the doctor today!?"
Hearing this, Gu Chen was slightly speechless:
"Fufu, have you heard about this too?"
"Of course!"
Finina raised her chin slightly and said with a noble demeanor:
"I am the water god of Fontaine! What news can escape my ears?
Uh... although, it was a role play."
Scratching her head, Funina's spirit plummeted, and she felt a little embarrassed:
"Anyway, this matter has become such a big deal. Even if I were in this position, I would have heard about it a long time ago!"
At this point, Funina put her hands on her hips.
"Gu Chen, the announcement released by Liyue detailing the crimes committed by the doctor, are they all true?"
Gu Chen's face was serious:
"it is true.
Those crimes were discovered by the Liyue Intelligence Network. There is evidence for every one of them, and the doctor cannot deny it.
Moreover, this is only what has been discovered. There are countless more that have not been discovered. The doctor's true sins are only greater."
After getting confirmation from Gu Chen, Funina looked angry.
She was breathing heavily, clenching her fists, her body trembling with anger:
"Damn it! Those are actually true!
This doctor...his crimes are truly heinous and unforgivable!
How can there be such evil people in this world? Why don’t such people receive justice?!
Gu Chen shrugged:
"The Doctor is the enforcer of Solstice. Fontaine's justice cannot befall him."
Funina looked anxious:
"So there's no justice in Solstice? Will Solstice turn a blind eye to the Doctor's many sins?!"
Patting Funina's head, Gu Chen could only say:
"Dongzhi, they are playing a big game.
For this game, for their plan, they are willing to pay any price.
We have different standpoints, and we cannot understand them for the time being. They are determined to go forward without hesitation."