Genshin Impact: Pool Character, Nirvana of the Demon God

Chapter 805 Flower God Birthday Festival (6)

The next morning, the light was dim and the sky was covered with a thin mist.

"(yawn)--"

Paimeng rubbed his sleepy eyes, stretched out his body, and said lazily, "Isn't it... a little late to get up?"

Ying, who was also stretching her body, looked up at the sky, and the soft sunlight shone on her face.

She smiled slightly and said, "It should still be in time. The festival probably hasn't started yet. You can actually sleep a little longer."

Paimon immediately shook his head like a rattle, his face full of determination: "No, no! We can't break our promise!"

"Didn't we agree last night to meet up with Dina Zedai early? Let's get going!"

The two walked out of the room and the fresh air hit them.

Beside the flower bed, Yiya was squatting on the ground, staring intently at a blooming Patisalam, with crystal dewdrops on the petals.

Iya always woke up with the rising sun—birds don't cling to their beds, and neither does he. Therefore, on most days, he would greet the new day earlier than Ying and Paimon.

Seeing her two sisters stand up, Yiya stood up gently, brushed off the dew on the corners of her clothes, then walked quickly to their side, quietly and gently joined the moving team.

The three of them walked forward, passing through the path dappled with morning light, and finally arrived at the agreed location, where they successfully met up with Dina Zedai.

"Traveler, Paimon, and little Iya! I'm waiting for you!" Dinazedai smiled brightly, with a long-lost light in her eyes, as if today's sunshine was particularly kind to her.

The approaching festival made her look full of life, and she didn't look like a patient who had been suffering from the devil scale disease.

【She is so nice, waiting for us. 】

[Dina Zedai, you're so nice! Woohoo~]

"Good morning, Dina Zedai!" Paimon scratched his head, a hint of embarrassment in his tone, "We seem to... a little overslept, hehe."

Dina Zedai waved her hand gently, her tone gentle: "It's not too late, it's just that I came too early."

She took a deep breath, as if to absorb the crisp morning breeze into her lungs, then slowly exhaled, sighing:

"This day has finally arrived... Every minute, every second is as precious as gold."

"After all, although Caesar contributed the most, Dinazede also poured a lot of effort into this festival!" Paimon winked and smiled playfully, "So you must cheer up today and enjoy your celebration!"

"Yeah, you're right." Dina Zedai nodded vigorously, then smiled shyly. "But to be honest, I was so excited last night that I barely slept... I just hope I can hold up better today and not hold everyone back."

Although under Ming Yuan's treatment, the demonic scale disease is no longer a terminal illness that will kill anyone, it is still quietly eroding her physical strength and energy, affecting her body.

"That shows you're really looking forward to it." Ying looked at her gently, eyes full of understanding and encouragement. "Then please guide us well and enjoy this Flower Goddess Birthday Festival."

"Leave it to me!" Dina Zedai smiled, her eyes gleaming with enthusiasm. "Without further delay, let's head out—let's check out the market stalls over there first!"

As soon as she finished speaking, she turned lightly and led the three of them slowly towards the bustling Grand Bazaar. The morning breeze blew, bringing with it the faint sounds of music and laughter from afar, foreshadowing that a grand celebration was slowly beginning.

--Reality

The atmosphere in Xiao Guizi's live broadcast room is quietly heating up.

The conversation slowly came to an end, and the game interface switched, officially entering the "semi-free operation" stage.

What is "semi-free operation"? As the name suggests, although players can independently control the character's actions, they must strictly follow the route guided by the mission and their range of activities is limited.

Once you deviate from the preset area, the forced reset mechanism will be triggered and everything will have to start all over again.

To be honest, unless it is absolutely necessary, Xiao Guizi is not interested in this "dancing in shackles" operation mode.

Since every step is firmly defined by the questline, why bother giving players the freedom to move freely? Wouldn't it be easier to just design it so that it can be automatically advanced and reach the destination with one click?

This is Xiao Guizi’s true thoughts at the moment.

"Alas~ I just hope this guidance won't be too long..." She sighed softly, with a hint of helplessness and fatigue in her tone.

Before she finished speaking, she had already controlled the protagonist, following the guide of this mission - Dina Zedai, and moving slowly forward.

The camera moves forward slowly as the protagonist walks, and the field of view gradually expands. In the picture, the Grand Bazaar of Xumi City comes into view:

Shops are lined up one after another, colorful flags are flying, and the stalls are filled with a dazzling array of goods, exuding a strong exotic atmosphere; the NPC-modeled crowds are bustling through the streets and alleys, the hustle and bustle of the city is overwhelming, and the whole scene is fresh and vivid.

Xiao Guizi was originally just casually scanning the screen, her eyes casually passing over the crowd, but at a certain moment her eyes suddenly froze - a familiar blue-haired figure suddenly came into her sight!

Her pupils shrank slightly, her heart skipped a beat, and then her eyes locked onto the slender and elegant girl model like a hawk, her expression instantly becoming filled with astonishment.

"Eh? Guys! Is there something wrong with my eyes? Or is it..."

She pointed suddenly at the figure in the center of the screen, her voice rising in disbelief, "...Ganyu? She really appeared in Xumi?"

[Yes, you read that right, that's Ganyu! ]

[Even Yeyang is here? Shouldn't she be working overtime on her planning proposal at this hour?]

[Look over there! Yuan Xi is here too, an old acquaintance!]

[Oh my god, I didn't expect to see an old friend here... I was really dazed for a moment.]

[Is this an official Easter egg, or a foreshadowing already planned in the plot? This is such a surprise!]

——Teyvat

Grand Bazaar.

Dina Zedai walked lightly in front, leading the group along the winding path towards the bustling Grand Bazaar, while introducing with a smile:

"Every year during the Flower Goddess' Birthday Festival, many vendors spontaneously set up stalls, even declining Lord Caesar's subsidies. This kindness shouldn't be wasted. Let's go to their stalls and show our support."

"Refuse subsidies?" Paimon blinked, with a hint of surprise in her tone, "It seems that these merchants have more than just Mora in their minds." When she mentioned merchants, she couldn't help but think of the shrewd control group in Port Omos not long ago - Dolly.

Dolly is literally the face of the street.

If they didn't have the checkbook Ningguang gave them, they might have been bankrupted by her marketing tactics.

Dina Zedai chuckled softly upon hearing this, her eyes curved into crescents. "They all say that celebrating the Little Auspicious Grass King's birthday is a rare honor, and that the festive atmosphere is far more important than money."

"But," she winked playfully, "Lord Caesar won't let those who came all the way here to celebrate the little Lucky Grass King's birthday suffer any loss."

"So we half-jokingly, half-coerced them into accepting the subsidies, saying we couldn't let everyone down for coming all the way here."

The group walked slowly down the mountain. Dina Zedai's steps were as graceful as the wind blowing through willow branches. The others also slowed down their pace tacitly, keeping the same pace as hers and taking care of her physical condition.

Not far ahead, a food stall filled with fragrance was surrounded by a few people. The steaming desserts and roasted fruits exuded an enticing aroma, attracting the attention of every passerby.

At this moment where noise and tranquility intertwined, two familiar voices flowed into the ears of Ying and others like clear springs.

"Sister Ganyu, the snacks here are all vegan. Would you like to try some? I heard that this rose pastry is Xumi City's signature dish!"

"Thank you for your kindness, Xiao Yuanxi," the gentle voice responded with a hint of smile, "but I'm not hungry yet."

Paimon was shocked, his eyes lit up instantly, and he turned to look at Ying and Yiya as if he had found a treasure: "Did you hear that? Did I hear it right? It was Ganyu and Yuanxi's voices!"

Ying smiled slightly, her eyes fixed on the front: "I heard the same thing as you."

The sharp-eyed Yiya raised his hand and pointed to a corner of the crowd, his voice full of excitement: "There...there!"

Looking in the direction she pointed, two familiar figures stood quietly in front of the stall among the bustling crowd and colorful flags.

A young girl, draped in a dark silk cheongsam, outlined her graceful and elegant figure. Her blue hair, cascading down her waist like a waterfall, fluttered gently in the wind. A pair of dark red unicorn horns on her head shone faintly in the sunlight. Her aura was as cool and pure as frost and snow just melting, yet radiated a reassuring gentleness.

It was Ganyu, the secretary of the Liyue Seven Stars.

The other was a young man wearing scarlet light armor and a fiery red robe. His black hair was tied up high in a jade crown. There was a heroic look between his brows, and his every move showed the style of Qianyan Army. His young face was full of determination and vitality - who else could it be but Yuan Xi?

Dina Zedai noticed the sudden light in the three people's eyes and smiled knowingly: "Is it your friend?"

Paimon nodded vigorously and said excitedly, "Yes! They are good friends we met all the way from Liyue! I never expected to meet them at the Flower God Birthday Festival in Xumi!"

"Fate always arrives quietly," Dina Zedai said softly, "Every festive occasion, travelers from far and wide come here just to experience the sacredness and joy of this moment."

She leaned sideways slightly, with a smile in her eyes:

"Would you like to go over and say hello?"

Ying nodded with a smile, and Yiya also agreed solemnly.

……

"Ganyu! Yuanxi!"

The two men turned around when they heard the sound, and saw Ying, Paimon and Iya walking towards them with a noble lady with noble manners and elegant temperament, their smiles as bright as the spring sunshine.

Ganyu's eyes warmed, and a gentle smile spread across her lips: "Ying, Paimon, and Iya...it's you! I didn't expect to meet you here."

Yuan Xi straightened up immediately and called out sweetly, "Sister Traveler, little Paimeng, what a coincidence!"

Then he turned to Iya, folded his hands in front of his chest, and gave a standard and solemn Qianyan military salute. His voice was crisp but full of respect:

"Greetings, young Marshal! Xiao Yuanxi of the Qianyan Army, it's an honor to meet you today!"