Genshin Impact: Kurumi is shocked, the God of Light is right beside her.

Chapter 81 The Night of the Sea Lantern: Xiao Li Reveals Her True Form

"Although Liyue Harbor has been under human rule for many years, we cannot let the mortals forget the benevolence and power of the immortals of the past. The kite in my hand will surely stand out among the kites flying tonight and amaze everyone."

"That's certainly true. Lishui and I have great respect for your craftsmanship, but you must remember not to be too ostentatious, lest you cause panic among the people. On such a grand festival, celebration is the most important thing."

"Xiaoyue, thank you for the reminder, I know what I'm doing."

Just as the group was chatting, Zhongli and Xiao arrived as promised.

"How are you all?"

Zhongli politely took the initiative to greet them first.

"It's His Majesty the Emperor! His Majesty, what are your plans for tonight?"

"The True Lord of Carving the Moon and Building the Sun asked curiously."

"There's nothing urgent, everyone can do as they please."

"His Majesty and I are planning to have some tea and a chat. Would any of you like to come along?"

Xiao, who is usually quiet and reserved, took the initiative to make the suggestion.

"Great idea! We haven't gotten together for a chat in a long time, have we? We can also take this opportunity to enjoy the lively city."

Lord Lishui Dieshan nodded in agreement.

"Your Majesty, I am going to fly a kite. Please keep an eye out for me."

Xianyun reminded everyone expectantly.

"Okay, let's get started."

Zhongli spoke slowly.

Liyue Harbor, Harbor Road.

A secluded street.

"Xiao Li, Xiao Li?"

Ying stood in the dark corner, calling out to the creature within the sword.

"Master, I'm here. What are your orders?"

"You've been inside the sword for so long, it's time to come out and take a walk, isn't it?"

"Thank you for the invitation, Master. I'll be right out."

Upon hearing Ying's suggestion, Xiao Li in the sword immediately became excited.

Speaking of which, it's been quite a while since Xiaoli last saw the world since the last major chaos in Teyvat.

Without further hesitation, Xiao Li transformed into a figure right in front of Ying.

The next second, a graceful young woman appeared in front of her.

The girl's fair skin and rosy cheeks left Ying, who was completely unprepared, utterly astonished.

"Wait... why are you looking like this?"

Looking at the beautiful woman in front of her, Ying became extremely restrained in her every move.

"Master, this is how I've always looked!"

Xiao Li tilted her head in confusion.

"Alright, stay close to me, the Lantern Festival is about to begin."

As she spoke, Ying took Xiao Li's hand and walked towards the protective railing at the edge of the harbor.

"Ying! What are you doing off there?"

Confused, Paimon licked his freshly made sugar painting with satisfaction while looking hesitantly at Ying walking towards him.

"Hehe, Paimon, I have Mora people now! And you got a piece of the sugar painting too~"

After saying that, Paimon stretched out his other hand, revealing the dragon-shaped sugar painting in his hand.

"Haha, Paimon is so thoughtful, he finally knows how to share."

Ying patted Paimon on the shoulder, touched.

"I just left to call Xiao Li. There are too many people around outside, so it's best to stay discreet."

After saying that, Ying pulled Xiao Li behind her to her side.

"Oh no! Ying, you went to kidnap girls? We can't do illegal things!"

Upon seeing Xiao Li's appearance, Paimon was so panicked that he almost threw away the sugar painting that was only half left in his hand.

"Paimon, what are you talking about? Xiao Li is a spirit within my sword. She sealed herself within the sword during the chaos of Teyvat thousands of years ago. Didn't I tell you that last time?"

As Ying spoke, she tapped Paimon's little head.

"Little Paimon, all he can think about is food."

"Hmph, I kindly bought you a sugar painting, and you're blaming me! I won't share next time!"

After saying that, Paimon turned his head away in a huff.

"Alright, alright, I was just kidding. Paimon is the smartest guide in the world."

Seeing that Paimon was really about to get angry, Ying quickly tried to appease him.

"Hehe, that's more like it! Here, take the sugar painting. Wait, where's my sugar painting?!"

Just as Paimon smiled, she was surprised to find that the dragon-shaped sugar painting in her other hand had disappeared!

The next second, Paimon heard the sound of slurping candy behind him.

"Really delicious!"

Paimon turned his head at the sound and immediately saw Xiao Li sucking on candy.

Seeing Xiao Li's happy face, Paimon felt too embarrassed to blame her.

"Uh... okay, I'll go buy another one."

"Paimon, no need. Treating me to meat is much more practical than sugar, haha."

Ying covered her mouth and chuckled as she spoke.

"Well, Paimon's little stash of money, I didn't expect you to be eyeing it all the time!"

Shocked, Paimon instinctively clutched his small wallet.

"Just kidding. Let's go, let's head to the place we agreed on at Xiaogong. It should be very lively there when the conference starts later."

A port.

"Haha, Miss Linghua, I'm quite lucky. Not only did I get the cooperation, but they also offered to cover the shipping costs for the fireworks. Considering the time, they should have arrived at the port by now, right?"

After saying that, Xiaogong smiled and looked towards the slightly dark ocean.

As expected, a cargo ship of moderate size slowly came into their view.

"Haha, here they come!"