Kapitel 104: Chapter 103: The Emperor's Little Blackmailer
Please support me on Patreon, where you can read a bunch of extra chapters, not just for this novel, but for all the novels I'm translating. I upload at least 2 times daily for each novel.
Patreon.com/ThatGreatStuff
******
"Heh heh, as long as it solves the problem, any method is good enough!" Hu Tao chuckled knowingly. She was well aware of Chongyun's stance; despite his disapproval of Wangsheng Funeral Parlor's philosophy, he couldn't argue against her logic when faced with these situations.
"Qiqi, quickly greet everyone!" Hu Tao smiled at Qiqi and prompted.
Qiqi glanced at her coconut milk, then reluctantly looked up from her phone and waved, saying, "Hello, I'm Qiqi, and I am an undead!"
"Aww, Qiqi is so cute! Director, here's my gift to buy coconut milk for Qiqi!"
"Me too, I want to treat Qiqi!"
Hu Tao grinned mischievously and handed the phone to Qiqi, saying, "Look, Qiqi, everyone wants to get you coconut milk!"
Qiqi's eyes lit up, and she nodded gratefully, "Thank you, everyone. Qiqi understands. Even though Qiqi can't remember, I can write it down!"
With that, Qiqi took out her small notebook and began jotting down names.
"I regret it now - why did I choose such a long name?!"
"So adorable! Can't handle it anymore, must visit Liyue!"
"Cute little Qiqi! Anyone interested in forming a group to 'borrow' Qiqi?"
"Ahem, I'll contribute a bottle of coconut milk!"
***
"Come on, Qiqi, let's help you exercise!" Hu Tao picked up Qiqi and brought her to the front.
"Erm, exercising... Making my body more flexible!" Qiqi said, raising her hands to begin her workout routine.
"One-two, Qiqi, two-two, Qiqi..." As she exercised, Qiqi chanted aloud, inspiring viewers watching the live stream to join in their own workouts.
"Qiqi, stop. I've discovered a more fun and effective exercise method!" Hu Tao chuckled mischievously, halting Qiqi's movements.
Qiqi looked puzzled at Hu Tao, unsure of what was happening.
"Here, follow me!" Hu Tao handed two pieces of cloth to Qiqi.
Confused, Qiqi stared at Hu Tao without moving.
"Just like this, shake left, then shake right, xhehe!" Hu Tao demonstrated, turning to watch Qiqi expectantly.
"I understand, Qiqi!" With that, Qiqi mimicked Hu Tao's actions and began shaking the cloths.
"This is the innovative exercise technique created by yours truly, Director Hu Tao - The Hutao Shake, xhehe!" Hu Tao announced, leading Qiqi in the rhythmic movement. However, for some reason, Qiqi seemed always half a beat behind...
---
Meanwhile,
"My name is Chongyun, and I am an exorcist. My family has resided in Liyue for generations, dedicated to warding off evil spirits. If anyone needs assistance, feel free to reach out!" Chongyun solemnly bowed towards the screen, addressing the audience with earnestness.
"Exorcising spirits? You're clearly a fraud!"
"At such a young age, couldn't you have chosen any other profession instead of deception?"
"Cute little boy, come to Auntie here; I've got money..."
Feeling somewhat awkward, Chongyun waved his hands and explained, "Um... I don't charge for my services!"
"If you don't charge, then go check out Cuijue Slope at night! There's always ghostly activity there!" someone suggested.
Chongyun promptly nodded, "Alright, I'll stream it live for everyone tonight!"
At that moment, Xingqiu approached with a smile and patted Chongyun on the shoulder, asking, "What are you doing here? Why didn't you come find me?"
"Xingqiu, how did you end up here? Weren't you going to Mondstadt..." Chongyun queried, puzzled.
Before he could finish, Xingqiu interrupted, grinning, "Ah, right! Since you're an exorcist, why are you streaming? Actually, seeing your stream brought me here."
"Well... many people watch the streams, which helps me learn about areas plagued by evil spirits!" Chongyun explained, looking at Xingqiu.
"Great! I happen to be free, so take me along to confront some evil spirits!" Xingqiu eagerly responded.
"Uh... alright, sure!" Chongyun nodded, and together they headed towards Cuijue Slope.
***
"Hmph, Zhongli!" Paimon and Lumine suddenly appeared, grinning widely at him.
"Ah... What is it? Is there something you need?" Zhongli looked at them, puzzled.
"Emperor, you wouldn't want others to know you're still alive, right?" Lumine's face flushed as she spoke softly to Zhongli.
This was all part of Paimon's dubious plan to earn money for ship tickets to Inazuma. With no other choice, they had to resort to this method to find their brother...
"What do you mean by that?" Zhongli stared at them, taken aback.
"Hmph! Pay back the money you owe me!" Paimon placed her hands on her hips, sounding quite indignant.
"Hm... According to universal reason, since I borrowed from you, indeed, repayment is necessary!" Zhongli nodded in agreement, looking at both Lumine and Paimon.
"Well then, give us our money!" Paimon angrily held out her hand, gazing at Zhongli.
"Ah... I don't have any cash with me!" Zhongli closed his eyes and shook his head.
"Aaaaaah, so frustrating! You worthless bum, pay up already!" Paimon jumped around in fury.
Finally, Paimon couldn't bear it anymore and decided to expose Zhongli online, showing everyone the true nature of Rex Lapis.
"Is there something troubling you? Perhaps I can help!" Zhongli looked at them both, speaking mildly.
"We don't have money for food, waaah..." Paimon whined loudly, gazing at Zhongli.
"I'll treat you both to a meal!" Zhongli smiled gently, addressing them.
"A free meal? Yay, yay!" Paimon immediately cheered up.
"Paimon!" Lumine glared at her, incredulous that she would yield so easily over just a meal.
"Yes, if you don't repay us, we'll expose you!" Paimon finally took out her phone and opened MiHoYo Live.
As the leader of the Zhongli fan club, with her massive following, exposing Zhongli seemed like a piece of cake!
"With universal reason on my side, no one will believe such claims!" Zhongli smiled, unfazed by her threat.
Paimon started streaming, pointing the camera directly at Zhongli, and began narrating, "Everyone, quick look! This is Rex Lapis, freeloading his way across...''
"Captain, didn't Rex Lapis die?"
"Yeah, yeah, I saw it on Liyue News—it was gruesome. Rumor has it, even his dragon head got eaten by Ji-ge."
"Hey, little troll, can you stop stirring up trouble?!"
"Hehe, I'm just a pure deer at heart..."
"Well, unfortunately for you, I'm a Good Hunter!"
Most of Paimon's fans were from Mondstadt, so exposing Zhongli here seemed rather pointless.
However, soon enough, a Liyuean entered the chat.
Han Xue had just finished studying Emperor Zhongli's deeds and planned to start a live stream, sharing stories about the Emperor while taking jabs at those who slandered him!
But upon seeing the headline exposing Emperor Zhongli, he excitedly clicked on it right away—oh... how swift...
What greeted him, however, was Zhongli's unsightly mug. Instantaneously, Han Xue opened his keyboard, ready to tear apart this top-tier Emperor-hater without mercy!
Wöchentlicher Energiestatus
-- Power-
Rangliste 
-- Power-
Stein