Douluo; Zhongli Adventures in Mortal World with Paimon

Chapter 551: 551: A monument Passes Through Generations, the monument Moves but the "Person" Remains

"Xiangling, Xiangling!"

"This time, I've hit the jackpot!"

Before even entering the door, Hu Tao's voice echoed throughout Zhongli's residence.

After saying this, Hu Tao didn't care if Zhongli could keep up with her pace behind her. She rushed towards the hall, eager to share the good news with everyone.

After burying Xue Ye, the reputation of the Wangsheng Funeral spread, and with Zhongli's endorsement, more people started booking monument spots.

Within a short time after burying Xue Ye, Hu Tao received five monument reservations, which delighted her immensely.

Xiangling was her good friend, and sharing such happy news with a friend was naturally the best.

Zhongli followed behind Hu Tao, his steps steady, neither hurried nor slow.

At this moment, Zhongli could only shake his head helplessly. This child was truly too lively, and he found it a bit hard to keep up.

The solemnity of burying Xue Ye had just passed, and her smile reappeared on her face, growing more and more "wild."

How could she not be "wild"?

That was five monument spots!

After all, those who could attend Xue Ye's funeral were all notable figures within the empire, either nobles, powerful individuals, or ministers.

The price of these five monument spots was not something ordinary monument spots could compare to.

Although Emperor Xue Ye's funeral was complicated and took a lot of time, it was completed before nightfall.

The entire process went smoothly without any mishaps.

As soon as he entered the gate, Zhongli seemed to sense something, frowned, and couldn't help but look towards the hall.

Such an aura, has that person arrived?

After a moment of thought, Zhongli walked towards the hall at a steady pace.

Hu Tao walked ahead and stepped into the hall first.

Her gaze fell on the "stranger" in the hall.

"Are we having guests?"

Hu Tao asked in confusion. Even though she was a bit thick-skinned, she could sense that the atmosphere in the hall was somewhat off.

In the hall, Beelzebul and Azhdaha were unusually silent. It was unclear what had been said before, making the atmosphere so strange.

Xiangling and Guoba sat to the side, with Xiangling helplessly shrugging her hands, indicating she didn't know.

She truly didn't know what had happened here. When she arrived in the hall, everyone was silent.

Seeing this, Hu Tao became even more puzzled. Was the visitor not a guest?

This was Zhongli's residence. What kind of existence would dare to cause trouble here?

Apart from Zhongli, there was also Azhdaha, the Electro Archon Beelzebul, the Yaksha Xiao...

With so many top-tier fighters, even the gods of this world wouldn't dare act rashly, right?

Just as Hu Tao was puzzled, Furina, sitting next to Neuvillette, stood up.

With a smile on her face, she looked at Hu Tao and pointed at Neuvillette, saying, "Master Hu, let me introduce you. This is the Chief Justice of Fontaine, Neuvillette."

When mentioning Neuvillette, a hint of joy flashed in Furina's eyes. She had thought she was alone in this world, but unexpectedly, Chief Justice Neuvillette had also come to this world.

If she hadn't followed Zhongli and the others to Heaven Dou City, he might have found her sooner!

Thinking of this, Furina felt particularly happy.

The feeling of being remembered and cared for by "people" was wonderful.

Hearing this, Hu Tao touched her chin, thought for a moment, and her eyes lit up.

She remembered when Furina first arrived, she had told some "stories" about Fontaine, in which Chief Justice Neuvillette played a significant role.

In those stories, the figure of this Chief Justice often appeared.

This Chief Justice was fair and just in judging every case, extremely gentle, and full of compassion.

Hu Tao extended her hand towards Neuvillette and said, "Hello, Neuvillette, I've often heard Furina mention you."

"Let me introduce myself. I am Hu Tao, the 77th Director of the Wangsheng Funeral Parlor. It's a pleasure to meet you!"

"Hello, Miss Hu Tao."

Neuvillette nodded and similarly extended his hand, briefly touching Hu Tao's before withdrawing.

This Miss Hu Tao seemed somewhat similar to Miss Furina...

Neuvillette thought to himself. The similarity he referred to was in their personalities, both appeared lively and cheerful.

He had heard from the Traveler that the Geo Archon, Morax, served as a consultant at the Wangsheng Funeral Parlor in human form.

He wondered how the Geo Archon usually interacted with this Director.

In just a short moment, Neuvillette thought of many things but didn't speak, his face showing no expression.

This was extremely similar to Zhongli...

Hu Tao sized up Neuvillette. This Chief Justice looked young, resembling a noble prince, yet he carried an air of authority and presence.

His demeanor was also very composed, quite similar to the "old man."

As if thinking of something, Hu Tao smiled and said, "Our Wangsheng Funeral Parlor has expanded its business to this other world. Today, not only did we complete a big order, but we also received five monument reservations."

At this point, Hu Tao paused, her gaze shifting to Neuvillette, and continued, "I'm in a good mood, so ordering a monument now comes with a 50% discount."

"Neuvillette, are you interested in reserving a monument?"

Hearing this, Neuvillette was somewhat puzzled and murmured, "monument?"

The customs of Fontaine and Liyue had some differences.

Neuvillette didn't understand what a monument was.

Neuvillette was unclear, but Furina, who had been in contact with Hu Tao for a few days, knew exactly what it was!

Furina held her forehead, her eyes twitching slightly, and said to Hu Tao, "Uh, Hu Tao, I don't think Neuvillette needs the monument you're talking about..."

The Hydro Sovereign, what would he need a monument for?

A monument passes through generations, the monument moves but the "person" remains...

Even if a monument was reserved, would Zhongli outlive Neuvillette to fulfill this contract?

One was the Geo Archon, and the other was the Dragon King, the pinnacle of water elemental beings.

Without being eroded, their lifespans were just numbers. How could one outlive the other?

Furina explained to Neuvillette what Hu Tao meant by a monument. At this moment, Neuvillette fell silent and looked at Hu Tao...

At their first meeting, she recommended such a thing. This girl really had no filter... or perhaps a pure heart.

It was said that the Geo Archon was steady and composed, unshaken even if Mount Tai collapsed.

He wondered how he managed to get along with this girl.

"Miss Hu Tao, thank you for your kind offer, but I don't need a monument. Please leave it for those who need it."

Neuvillette's eyes twitched slightly, but he spoke calmly, his emotions extremely stable.

As the Chief Justice, Neuvillette wouldn't be easily swayed by words, and even if he were, he wouldn't show it easily.

Of course, one could also tell his mood from the weather...

Before Hu Tao could continue her sales pitch, Zhongli entered the hall at this moment, and his eyes met Neuvillette's.

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Chapter 552: 552: Morax and Neuvillette

In the main hall of Zhongli's residence.

A girl with wide sleeves sat in the side seat, her beautiful eyes glancing at Neuvillette and Zhongli, a trace of worry flashing in her gaze.

She had witnessed every move Neuvillette made since arriving at Zhongli's residence. This second-generation Hydro Dragon Sovereign was not easy to get along with.

Thus, she was somewhat concerned.

She feared that Zhongli and Neuvillette might come to blows over a disagreement...

The Dragon King Azhdaha slammed the table, his crimson eyes fixed on Neuvillette, though it was unclear what he was thinking.

As soon as this Hydro Dragon Sovereign arrived at Zhongli's residence, he had spoken to him about the conflicts between the Dragon Sovereigns and the Seven Archons, and even asked if he needed help to reclaim the Geo Dragon's authority from Morax.

Regarding this, Azhdaha had nearly come to blows with Neuvillette. If Beelzebul had not appeared in time, he might have already been subdued.

Azhdaha was not in his complete form, and his strength was less than a tenth of what it once was. Naturally, he was no match for the fully realized Dragon Sovereign Neuvillette, so being subdued was to be expected.

Xiangling and Guoba looked utterly confused. They had no idea what was going on, so they could only exchange bewildered glances.

"Greetings, the Chief Justice of Fontaine, Mr. Neuvillette."

Zhongli nodded at Neuvillette, his tone calm and friendly.

As for this Hydro Dragon Sovereign, Zhongli had a fair understanding of him, after all, he possessed memories that others did not, memories from Earth.

Beneath his stern expression lay an extremely sentimental heart.

Hydro dragon, hydro dragon, don't cry.

"Hmm~"

Neuvillette hummed in thought, then stood up and looked directly at Zhongli.

He knew a little about the deeds of this Geo Archon, and it gave him a certain feeling.

"Greetings, The Guardian Deity of Liyue, Mr. Morax."

Neuvillette nodded in response, his attitude toward Zhongli clearly much better than his attitude toward the Cryo Archon.

He referred to the Cryo Archon as the "Cryo Usurper."

He referred to the Geo Archon as the "Geo Archon."

Moreover, the Geo Dragon King, Azhdaha, had an extraordinary relationship with the Geo Archon.

When Neuvillette first saw the current Geo Dragon King, he was confused and lost in thought over how his fellow Dragon Sovereign had become so weak.

After hearing Azhdaha's story, Neuvillette became even more perplexed.

Could the Elemental Dragon Sovereigns and their corresponding Archons fight side by side so harmoniously?

How marvelous~

If Focalors were still here, would she also be willing to fight alongside him for Fontaine?

Thinking of this, Neuvillette remained unsettled for a long time.

Not all Dragon Sovereigns wished to reclaim their authority. For instance, Azhdaha had once refused when Zhongli offered to return his authority.

Having the authority with Morax would better protect Liyue.

Zhongli glanced at Neuvillette, then at the silent Azhdaha and Beelzebul, before finally looking back at Neuvillette and saying, "Welcome to my residence. Please, have a seat. I apologize for any inadequacies in our hospitality."

"I've heard that Mr. Neuvillette enjoys tasting various waters. Coincidentally, I have some tea here. Please, do try it."

Hearing this, Neuvillette sat back down and said, "An invitation from the Geo Archon is not to be refused. I shall partake."

Seeing Zhongli and Neuvillette getting along so harmoniously left the "insiders" dumbfounded.

After all, when Neuvillette first arrived at Zhongli's residence, his interaction with Beelzebul had not been this harmonious.

Though they hadn't come to blows, they certainly hadn't engaged in such a "pleasant" conversation.

At that moment, two figures, one tall and one short, walked into the hall, both wearing faint smiles, though it was unclear what they had experienced.

"Ah, Neuvillette!"

Upon seeing Neuvillette, Paimon exclaimed in surprise and quickly flew to his side, her face beaming with joy.

This Hydro Dragon Sovereign had once given her and the Traveler a gift, which they still kept to this day.

Though it was just a spoon, it represented Neuvillette's sincerity, his friendship.

"Greetings, Paimon, Ms. Lumine."

His usually expressionless face showed a rare hint of a smile.

Clearly, seeing Lumine and Paimon also made Neuvillette happy.

"Neuvillette, long time no see."

Lumine had just met her brother Aether, who had brought her some local specialties from various regions of the Douluo Continent, proving that he had indeed been "traveling."

Returning to Zhongli's residence and running into Neuvillette after so long also made her quite happy.

Everyone: "..."

Truly, the Traveler was indeed a "charmer." Even someone as difficult to get along with as Neuvillette was chatting and laughing with her.

Neuvillette even listened intently as the Traveler recounted her adventures on the Douluo Continent.

This left everyone dumbfounded.

They never expected the two to get along so harmoniously.

Of course, Paimon also shared some stories of their time on the Douluo Continent, with Neuvillette occasionally nodding in agreement.

As time passed, Neuvillette gradually integrated into the group, his expression unchanged, though his thoughts had shifted slightly.

The conflict between the Elemental Dragon Sovereigns and the Seven Archons might not be as great as he had imagined.

After giving Zhongli's plan some thought, Neuvillette nodded in agreement.

His thoughts aligned with Zhongli's.

"It is indeed necessary to create a planet suitable for the beings of Teyvat."

"Helping the Douluo Continent alter its foundational rules and improve the relationship between the beast races and humans is also necessary."

This foreign continent ultimately did not belong to them, the outsiders. If they were to seize it, how would they be any different from the Descenders of old?

The Descenders had occupied the realm that belonged to the dragons and even stripped the Elemental Dragon Sovereigns of their authority. Such beings...

As the Hydro Dragon Sovereign and the Chief Justice of Fontaine, Neuvillette was proud and disdainful of stooping to the level of his enemies.

"Hehe~"

Furina chuckled awkwardly, somewhat embarrassed, and said, "As the former Hydro Archon, I haven't been able to help much."

Pausing for a moment, she continued, "Fortunately, Neuvillette is here. Otherwise, I wouldn't have been able to assist with the Hydro element..."

"Furina, even if you and Neuvillette hadn't come, Zhongli had a backup plan!"

Paimon's words left Furina and Neuvillette momentarily stunned and confused.

Without the Hydro Archon and the Hydro Dragon Sovereign, how would Zhongli supplement the Hydro element's power?

This piqued Neuvillette and Furina's curiosity.

"Osial, the Overlord of the Vortex, is also a Hydro God, and his strength is no small matter."

"With Osial filling in for the Hydro element, though it wouldn't be perfect, it would still fulfill Zhongli's plan."

Neuvillette and Furina exchanged glances, deep in thought. Upon reflection, it seemed there was no flaw in this.

Though the Archons did not possess thrones, their strength was formidable, and their control over elemental power was equally impressive. They could indeed be used to fill the elemental gaps.