Genshin Impact: What, the one we need to save is Focalors?

In Liyue's Jade Chamber, Beidou was in a room that was both luxurious and elegant. The center of the room featured a large and exquisite table on which a chessboard was set, black and white pieces like soldiers on a battlefield, quietly awaiting their next command.

Sitting opposite Beidou was a young woman with an air of grace and nobility. Her long silver hair was as smooth as silk, shining with a moonlit luster. She wore a tight yellow qipao that perfectly outlined her slender and mature figure. This woman was Ningguang, the renowned Tianquan of Liyue. She was not only the most powerful figure in Liyue but also the wealthiest person there. Her presence was like brilliant starlight, illuminating all of Liyue.

"It seems you are about to lose this game," Beidou said softly, placing a black piece on the board, a triumphant smile spreading across her face.

Ningguang didn't care about winning or losing. If it brought even a little happiness to Beidou across from her, she was willing to keep losing. "Beidou, are you setting sail for Fudé Port this afternoon?" she asked gently, holding a white piece.

Beidou nodded affirmatively. "The cargo has been loaded. It's time to head to Fudé Port."

After gently placing the white piece on the board, Ningguang continued, "What are your thoughts on the incident of Fontaine severing diplomatic ties with Snezhnaya?"

Beidou's brow furrowed slightly as she replied, "I think Fontaine's decision was very decisive. But here in Liyue, the situation isn't ideal. It seems only Keqing supports you and agrees to list the Fatui as an extremist terrorist organization." A hint of unconcealed dissatisfaction was present in her tone.

Speaking of this, Ningguang couldn't help but feel a touch of melancholy. The main reason the other Qixing held opposing views was their firm belief that such major decisions should be made by Rex Lapis. Regarding this reasoning, although Ningguang was reluctant, she found it difficult to refute.

Subsequently, she changed the subject. "The matter you asked me to investigate has yielded some clues. It appears that Yide's construction of Fudé Port is closely linked to a prophecy of doom circulating in Fontaine."

Beidou pondered for a moment, then inquired, "Are you referring to the prophecy where everyone will dissolve in water?"

Ningguang nodded. "Yes. If my guess is correct, when the prophecy comes to pass, Fudé Port will be a safe haven for the people of Fontaine."

Upon hearing this, Beidou was deeply moved. "Yide's wisdom and courage are truly admirable."

Ningguang heartily agreed. "Beyond his wisdom and courage, his benevolence and justice are even more commendable."

Beidou picked up a black piece and placed it. "However, for a merchant like you, the fact that he can make you money is probably the most important reason for your admiration, isn't it?"

Ningguang smiled. "Speaking from a business perspective, that is indeed true. A single trade with Fudé Port can yield a stable income of approximately ten million Mora. How could one not be impressed?" She didn't place another piece, for this game was already lost. Or rather, in a game against Beidou, she was willing to be the loser, as long as she could be with her.

...

The afternoon sun cast its rays upon the sea surface of Liyue Harbor, the light shimmering like countless dancing diamonds. Seagulls soared freely in the blue sky, their joyful calls echoing.

Beidou walked with steady steps along the dock. She noticed a girl standing quietly at the spot where The Crux was moored, a stark contrast to the surrounding hustle and bustle. She wore a pure white Snezhnayan robe and a delicate, hollowed-out white silk eye mask, her eyes gently closed. She seemed like the purest spirit between heaven and earth, giving off an otherworldly aura.

"Excuse me, could you take me to Fudé Port?" The girl's voice was clear and pleasant, pure like a stream in a mountain valley.

From the girl's attire and demeanor, Beidou keenly sensed she was no ordinary person. She was likely a high-ranking individual from Snezhnaya, perhaps even one of the mysterious and powerful Fatui Harbingers.

Beidou pondered briefly, then stated solemnly, "Of course, but you must purchase a ticket. That is our rule."

The girl thought for a moment, and then a black Northland Bank card appeared in her hand. "Can this be used for payment?"

A flicker of astonishment crossed Beidou's eyes. "Are you sure you want to use this to pay for a boat ticket?"

A hint of confusion appeared on the girl's face. "Is this not acceptable?"

"Of course it's acceptable!" Beidou quickly replied.

The girl then handed the bank card to Beidou. Afterward, the two boarded The Crux together.

Under the warm sunlight, The Crux set sail, heading towards Fudé Port. The girl stood quietly on the deck at the bow, gazing into the distance, completely immersed in her own world.

Not long into the voyage, The Crux sailed into a dangerous sea area dense with thunderstorms. Beidou gripped her greatsword, ready to face the imminent challenge of lightning. However, surprisingly, the formerly violent and merciless lightning actually recoiled, as if there was something on the ship that filled them with dread.

Just like that, The Crux safely passed through the thunderstorm area. That mysterious girl maintained her serene posture, seemingly unaffected by everything around her.

More than an hour later, The Crux successfully docked at the pier in Fudé Port. However, the girl's figure had already vanished from the ship's bow, as if she had never appeared at all.

...

In the factory director's office of the West Factory office building, Lin Yide sat at his desk, feeling quite pleased. Earlier, after killing a Dottore segment, the system had unexpectedly and generously rewarded him with 6400 experience points. He couldn't help but get lost in a pleasant fantasy: if he were to eliminate all of Dottore's segments, perhaps the total experience points would be enough to directly unlock his C6. At that point, once his Demon God form was activated, things like the All-Devouring Narwhal, or Skirk... he'd just deal with them all.

When Lin Yide clearly saw the face of the arriving person, he was slightly surprised. He had expected the negotiator from the Fatui to be Arlecchino, but the person standing before him was Columbina (The Damselette), the third-ranking Fatui Harbinger.

She stood there, quietly gazing at him. For a long time, she didn't speak.

Lin Yide felt a little uncomfortable under her prolonged gaze, so he took the initiative to break the silence. "Columbina, what can I do for you?"

Columbina tilted her small head slightly, seemingly contemplating something, then calmly replied, "I've come to negotiate with you."

"Oh?" Lin Yide's eyebrows raised slightly. He leaned forward, his hands clasped on the desktop. "Then, to show sincerity, what kind of concessions is the Fatui willing to make?"

"Mora, land, and all our rights and interests in Inazuma," Columbina stated all the concessions the Fatui were prepared to make in one breath.

Lin Yide was somewhat taken aback that the usually dominant Fatui would make such significant concessions. "Tell me specifically, how much Mora, and land in which locations?"

Hearing this, Columbina instinctively reached into her pocket, preparing to take out the bank card Pantalone had given her. However, after fumbling in her pocket for a while, her hand suddenly stopped. Her expression changed slightly as she suddenly remembered something important. She then realized that the bank card, which was originally meant to demonstrate the Fatui's sincerity, had already been used by her to pay for the boat ticket.

"Uh," Columbina awkwardly raised her head and looked at Lin Yide. "The money... it's gone." Her voice grew softer and softer, finally almost becoming a murmur.