章節 116: Chapter 116
At the same time.
Although Takumi turned off the live broadcast early, the scene of the emperor's assassination was still watched by thousands of viewers.
For a time, there was a heated discussion on the official website forum of the Pokémon Era.
Who is the murderer?
Club Manager Takumi and Liyue Qixing are all suspects... and!
Club Manager Takumi has a very good relationship with Liyue Qixing. The two parties are working together to prepare for the Liyue Trainer Competition during this honeymoon period...
Therefore, the possibility of a conspiracy to assassinate cannot be ruled out!
In the Northland Bank, Childe opened the forum and looked at the discussion above with a confused expression.
Why did things develop like this?
During his discussion with Zhongli, Traveler Lumine, who was supposed to act as a versatile tool, was expected to head to Jueyun Karst. Then, according to the Fatui' plan in the Liyue area, the forged sigil without restrictions would allow Lumine to gain the trust of the Adepti.
From there, things would develop beyond the contract signed with Zhongli. The Fatui would break the seal of Lord Guyun's Vortex Demon, Osial, and release the remnants of the demon god...
Maybe Zhongli also knew about their little moves.
But it doesn't matter; this is just an attempt to disrupt Liyue. Whether it succeeds or fails won't affect the overall plans of the Tsaritsa.
"The plot just unfolded... and then derailed?"
Childe murmured with a dark face, watching the argument on the forum get more heated.
Some loyal followers of the Geo Archon accused Takumi, the "foreign god," of being untrustworthy. They suggested he likely murdered the emperor!
He has the capability!
But there were also Liyue citizens who embraced the Pokémon Era and firmly stood by Takumi's side:
Club Manager Takumi has no need to murder the emperor!
He has no interest in the Seven Ruling Powers of the world!
In fact, he wants to break this order!
Mondstadt citizens were also confused.
Anyone who saw the murder of a ruling god through the Pokémon phone's live broadcast must have been panicked and shocked.
However, the more they argued, the more Mondstadt citizens put aside their stance and chose to side with Takumi. What did the safety and freedom of the Liyue emperor have to do with the people of Mondstadt?
But Takumi was different. Although both he and the Archons were foreign gods, Takumi was the founder of the Pokémon Era.
Too many people had benefited from this!
Especially the ordinary people who had become trainers and tried to control Pokémon with extraordinary power—they had changed their own destinies.
They were naturally fanatical supporters of Takumi.
Their interests were simply bound together!
"Damn it, why would Club Manager Takumi need to murder Morax?"
"I support Club Manager Takumi!"
"There's a saying: Takumi cannot be cleared of suspicion. Although the emperor is old, he would not allow his domain to be transformed and subverted like this..."
"That's right! A representative of the old order and a representative of the new era—the contradiction is simply irreconcilable!"
Seeing these comments, Childe began to feel inexplicably uneasy.
What should he do?
One by one, they were targeting Club Manager Takumi, making him the prime suspect—even as just a suspect!
Childe knew that the Geo Archon was merely retiring, and had become Zhongli.
But Club Manager Takumi didn't know.
The position of Geo Archon was vacant.
Would Club Manager Takumi postpone the Liyue Trainer Competition because he wanted to avoid suspicion, or out of anger? He might even postpone it indefinitely!
No way!!
"I want to make a name for myself with Alolan Vulpix on a big stage with tens of millions of people watching!"
Childe was anxious. He went directly to the research institute in the suburbs to find Zhongli.
At this time, Zhongli was wearing the familiar white coat of researchers over an exquisite and gorgeous robe. On the research table, there was an Champion Spiritomb from which part of its soul had been extracted.
Zhongli had imprisoned eighty-nine of the 108 souls of this Champion Spiritomb and was watching with interest as the incomplete ghost Pokémon grew increasingly manic.
Hearing Childe's entrance, Zhongli didn't even raise his head. He spoke calmly:
"Oh?"
"Is it not going according to plan?"
"It doesn't matter... he'll handle it."
Look at that—what a lie!
It had to be Takumi.
Childe couldn't help but say, "Aren't you worried that the Adepti from Jueyun Karst will descend in anger and clash with Takumi, the manager of the store?"
The corners of Zhongli's mouth curled up slightly, as if he had just withdrawn his gaze from somewhere:
"Are you afraid the Trainer Competition won't be held?"
"Be calm, don't be impatient."
"He's already doing something... just wait and see what happens."
I'm losing it...
I'm losing my patience!
Childe began to regret signing that contract.
The plan of the Fatui, the Tsaritsa's grand scheme?
Right now, Childe only wanted to win that damn competition.
The championship.
Hey!
If he could win the Champion Badge of the Child of Time, he'd be able to brag for a lifetime!
Not to mention the tempting pseudo-legendary Pokémon egg!
A noble, exclusive reward for the champion! There were also Master Balls and unlimited access to the Secret Realm of Time and Space—the pass to the Hisui region!
Thinking of this, Childe looked at Zhongli with some resentment:
"If you wanted to retire, couldn't you have just handed over the Gnosis to us without resistance?"
"Now look at this situation—"
"This whole contract nonsense is unnecessary! A lifetime of trouble!"
"Aren't you worried that after retirement, Liyue would fall into chaos and the Qixing wouldn't be able to control it?"
Zhongli was silent for a long time, then he sighed and said, "Truly, you reminded me that I was doing something unnecessary!"
"However, he'll take care of it properly—just wait and see."
Childe's face twitched. He didn't want to stay any longer, nor did he want to look at this retired old man any longer.
Alright, Zhongli, go ahead and be an Pokemon researcher.
I, Childe, want to become a Champion Trainer!
I refuse to be a lazy bystander!
...
After descending from the Jade Chamber, Takumi went directly to Yujing Terrace.
In a corner of Yujing Terrace, Granny Ping and her table seemed isolated from the turmoil of the emperor's assassination that had occurred that day, unaffected by the worldly chaos.
She was usually seen standing hunched over and observing the world quietly.
But this time, Granny Ping was sitting, studying the Poké Ball and Pokémon space backpack on the table.
Takumi stood in front of the table for a while before saying:
"Morax is dead."
Hearing this, Granny Ping pushed up her reading glasses, raised her head, squinted her eyes, and looked at Takumi for a moment.
Then she lowered her head again, continuing to study the advanced technology of the Pokémon world:
"I know it wasn't you."
"The more I study these human creations, the more amazed I am at the so-called technology of another world."
"The time required for such accumulation and application far exceeds the history of Liyue's rise and fall."
"Also, I've been studying Yanfei's Pokémon for a few days, and it's like examining an ancient relic—at least 20,000 years old."
"You, who will bring the light of the Pokémon Era to Teyvat, have no interest in something as mundane as the Seventh Ruling Position."
In the shadow behind Granny Ping, a Gengar floated out and made a face at Takumi.
Seeing the mischievous Gengar, a doting smile appeared on Granny Ping's face:
"The universe and space inside this child's belly are truly magical."
"Besides—"
Granny Ping handed Takumi an item from the Immortal Family:
"The Dust Song Pot you commissioned me to make last time—this is it."
"The interior space can be transformed by you."
"Take it."
"As an old woman, this is my infinite respect for the founder of the era... Thank you!"
Takumi had initially wanted to discuss something, first to reassure the True Lord of Gechenlang City.
But who knew that Granny Ping was this calm.
She was indeed the only Adeptus hiding in the city.
And she even provided a gift.
"Then, I'll take my leave."
Takumi turned around and headed to the next location.
The second Adeptus he wanted to reassure was...
At Wangshu Inn, on the wooden platform, Xiao had just heard that the emperor had been assassinated:
"I can't imagine Liyue without its emperor."
Chansey, like a small angel, stood by his side, tightly close to Xiao.
Apparently, it felt the drastic change in emotions after hearing the news.
With its little hands, Chansey gently stroked Xiao's head skillfully:
"Chaa~"
Soon, Xiao calmed down:
"I trust you."
"But Moon Carver, Mountain Shaper, and Cloud Retainer may not trust you."
Takumi smiled:
"This is simple."
"Temporarily suppress them."
"And soon, everyone will know the truth."
Keeping these two under control, Takumi felt everything would be fine.
Granny Ping and General Alatus were extremely powerful and among the strongest Adepti.
Of course, even if all the Adepti came to question him, Takumi wasn't concerned at all.
But the problem lay in the potential chaos. If conflict broke out, Liyue Harbor would be thrown into disarray, and the Trainer Competition he and Qixing had organized would undoubtedly be delayed.
"I'm working so hard this time."
"Afterward, I'll have to borrow Zhongli's Immortal Ancestor's Magic Slough, or else I'll be taking a huge loss!"
Ahem.
In the final analysis, Takumi still had his eyes set on that mythical resource.
With Traveler Lumine taking on the role of a versatile helper, running around and working for Liyue...
Zhongli would probably be too sentimental to refuse Takumi, right?
At the very least, after listening to Takumi's request, Zhongli wouldn't get angry and hit him when he asked for his "body."
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