Chapter 284

This time, Ningguang came to see Takumi, not to discuss computers.

Computers were just a minor matter.

What she had to say was far more important.

"The Rite of Parting is about to begin."

"Everything we needed to prepare is ready."

"What about your side?"

"Don't you need to place weapons along the shoreline?"

Hearing Ningguang's words, Takumi shook his head.

He waved his hand, and a nearby chart immediately appeared.

"No need."

"Even if Osial emerges, it will likely head straight for Liyue Harbor."

"While we may experience some minor effects here, it won't be a big problem."

"Besides, don't underestimate the power of Guiliyuan now."

"Albedo, Klee, and the others are all here."

"I won't let anything go wrong."

"You can rest assured."

Takumi was confident.

Regardless of whether Osial would come this way, Guiliyuan's current combat power was formidable.

And weapons?

He had more than enough.

There was nothing to worry about.

Ningguang's focus should remain on Liyue Harbor's affairs.

Hearing Takumi's response, Ningguang was silent for a moment before nodding.

"Since you're confident, then there's no problem."

"Next, I hope you can help provide more firearms."

"My army has expanded, and many soldiers are still unarmed."

"Aside from that, there's also the issue with the Fatui."

"What should we do about them next?"

Speaking of this, Ningguang sighed.

The situation was complicated.

Zhongli seemed to be enjoying himself, even spending time with Childe.

But if Liyue's situation changed, what would become of the Fatui?

Hearing this, Takumi blinked.

"Didn't I already say it before?"

"We just blame everything on them."

"Isn't the Emperor planning to feign death?"

"Then let's put on a show."

"Pin everything directly on the Fatui."

"It's a perfect opportunity to expel them completely from Liyue."

"What a great chance."

Ningguang and the others were momentarily speechless.

"Is that really okay?"

Ganyu raised an eyebrow.

Wasn't it unethical to shift all blame onto the Fatui?

Meanwhile, Keqing seemed deep in thought.

This approach… actually seemed quite reasonable.

Keqing rather liked the idea.

Expelling the Fatui would be beneficial.

"Childe still doesn't know that Zhongli is the Geo Archon."

"And his mission in Liyue was to obtain the Gnosis."

Saying this, Takumi retrieved two Gnoses with a flick of his wrist.

Everyone was already aware that Takumi had duplicated the Archon's Gnosis.

So, they weren't surprised when he took them out.

"He came for the Gnosis."

"So, it makes sense that he would try to assassinate the Emperor for it."

"His motive is clear, his reason justified."

"There's no issue in shifting the blame onto the Fatui."

"By the time the Emperor 'revives' and reveals the truth, the Fatui's reputation in Liyue will already be destroyed."

"It's already bad enough as it is."

"But after this, if the Fatui try to do anything in Liyue, they'll only face hostility."

"That's actually a good thing for Liyue."

"After all, those guys thrive on causing trouble."

"Using this opportunity to drive them out of Liyue completely would be beneficial."

"Even in Mondstadt, the Fatui diplomats fled."

"If we still have Fatui here, wouldn't that make us worse off than Mondstadt?"

Hearing Takumi's words, Ningguang and the others were momentarily silent.

He had a point.

Ningguang thought for a while, then nodded in agreement.

"Alright. If that's the case, we'll go with this plan."

"By the way, Takumi!"

"Can you copy the Jade Chamber?"

A strange glint appeared in her eyes.

Takumi raised an eyebrow.

"Why?"

"Do you want me to duplicate the Jade Chamber?"

Ningguang nodded.

"That's right."

"If our usual methods can't handle Osial…"

"Then we'll have to drop the Jade Chamber on it."

"But if we destroy it, I'll be heartbroken."

"So, can you copy it for me?"

Talking about smashing the Jade Chamber, Ningguang's expression turned grim.

If it weren't absolutely necessary, she wouldn't want to destroy it.

After all, she had poured countless resources into its construction.

But if it was for Liyue's safety…

She wouldn't hesitate too much.

If worse came to worst, she could rebuild it.

She had the funds.

Materials, however, were harder to come by.

Hearing Ningguang's request, Takumi thought for a moment before agreeing.

"Sure."

"Copying it isn't a big issue."

"The most valuable things in the Jade Chamber are the antiques you've collected."

"And the floating stones."

"Or do you mean the Mingxia Floating Stone?"

Takumi couldn't help but complain.

Floating stones were already incredibly expensive.

A single piece cost tens of millions.

The Mingxia Floating Stone used in the Jade Chamber was auctioned for several hundred billion.

The Jade Chamber could only fly because of this material.

"Why don't you use floating stones for aircraft construction?"

Well, Relic Ruin parts were cheaper.

So, they weren't necessary.

Additionally, floating stones needed specific activation methods to function.

Otherwise, they were just ordinary rocks.

Not as efficient as Relic Ruin parts.

Only a wealthy woman like Ningguang could afford such extravagant materials.

Hearing Takumi's remarks, Ningguang nodded.

"Exactly!"

"The core of the Jade Chamber is the floating stone."

"Without it, the Jade Chamber is just another palace."

"If you can copy it…"

"That would be extremely helpful."

"Make a few copies for me."

"If one isn't enough, I'll drop two on Osial."

"If needed, three!"

"Wouldn't it be spectacular?"

Ningguang's eyes gleamed with excitement.

She could already imagine the impact.

This would be fun!

If she had copies, she wouldn't feel as bad destroying them.

Keqing and Ganyu, listening to Ningguang's enthusiastic speech, were dumbfounded.

Goodness!

Was she serious?

Takumi looked at her with an exasperated expression.

"Come on."

"There's no need for that."

"To handle the Vortex God, we won't even need the Adepti."

"If I take action myself, it'll be resolved in no time."

"But this time, let Liyue's navy and army prove their strength."

"And you as well."

"I'll step in at the end if necessary."

Takumi was fully confident in his abilities.