When the flames in the alchemical furnace erupted, Morax immediately created a common Geo element shield, blocking the spreading Pyro element and the scorching steam carried by it.
However, outside the shield's range, the surrounding grass was instantly incinerated, turning into a charred wasteland.
"Using two elements simultaneously is a heavy burden for you, and although the Spirit Invocation you use is somewhat special, invoking two deities at once is an even greater burden than using multiple elements, easily causing harm to yourself and leading to uncontrolled elemental reactions."
After blocking the sudden eruption of power from the alchemical furnace with his Geo element shield, Morax then reminded Ryan.
A "Spirit Invocation" similar to Ryan's "Spirit Invocation" immortal art was recorded in ancient Liyue texts. It is said that those with deep blessings might be fortunate enough to learn it from an adeptus, allowing them to borrow a bit of an adeptus's power when cast.
Therefore, it was reasonable for this well-read Guest Elder of the Wangsheng Funeral Parlor to recognize Ryan's spell.
At least, that's what Morax thought.
"Thank you, Mr. Morax. I didn't expect to be unable to hold on after such a short time. As soon as I relaxed, these elemental powers immediately went out of control..."
Ryan awkwardly scratched his head. Fortunately, he wasn't refining elixirs, but merely a few samples of noctilucous jade as thin as cicada wings. Otherwise, he would have been heartbroken.
"..."
Upon learning that Ryan couldn't freely use two elements, Lumine's chest unconsciously puffed out, causing Paimon next to her to show a puzzled expression.
"In any case, thanks to Ryan for identifying the noctilucous jade. Now let's go back to Shitous Gem Shop and buy the number three noctilucous jade."
Although Paimon was puzzled as to why Lumine suddenly became so smug, he didn't dwell on it and instead suggested this.
Everyone nodded in agreement, then followed the path they came from down the mountain.
This path was not the same one Ryan had taken on his previous two trips to Mt. Tianheng. Going down from here would lead directly to Chihuo Rock, and a little further on, they would see Shitous Gem Shop's stall.
And so, Lumine, using the Mora provided by Young Master, successfully bought the number three noctilucous jade.
Next, Ryan and the others followed Morax to the square where the Rite of Descension had been held previously.
"Just place the noctilucous jade here. I have already asked Director Hu to call the jeweler, and they will then craft them into the ritual implements needed."
Arriving at the offering table that had been overturned by the Exuvia, Morax turned back to explain to Ryan and the others.
Lumine, who was responsible for carrying the items, nodded and placed the noctilucous jade on top.
"But speaking of which, this is where the Rite of Descension was held. I didn't expect the Rite of Parting to be held here too..."
Paimon looked around, relieved when he didn't see any Millelith nearby, and said.
"Yes, this venue has been rented by the Wangsheng Funeral Parlor for the ceremony."
Morax nodded, explaining.
Although the Liyue Qixing initially hadn't thought of the Rite of Parting, after the Wangsheng Funeral Parlor proposed it, the Liyue Qixing also remembered this tradition, thus tacitly approving the rental of this square in front of Yiyan Hall.
"The Wangsheng Funeral Parlor is really rich..."
Ryan couldn't help but exclaim. Lumine and Paimon beside him didn't expect Ryan to suddenly make such a remark, but after thinking about it, both nodded in agreement.
"By the way, why did the Liyue Qixing hide the Exuvia that the Geo Archon left behind earlier?"
Ryan looked around, finding that the Exuvia was completely out of sight, and so he asked with some curiosity.
It wasn't strange for him to ask this question as an adeptus's disciple.
One must know that the adepti in Jueyun Karst were currently discussing how to hold the Liyue Qixing accountable.
"Yeah, the culprit hasn't been caught yet, and it seems like we haven't seen the Millelith looking for the wanted person since we returned from Jueyun Karst."
Paimon also became curious after hearing Ryan's question.
He even started wondering if the wanted notice had been withdrawn.
"Perhaps the Liyue Qixing has some idea... or maybe they have already obtained other substantial evidence related to the culprit."
Facing Ryan and Paimon's confusion, Morax speculated.
"As for the Exuvia, it will be temporarily housed in the Golden House before the ceremony begins."
Then Morax spoke of the Exuvia's resting place.
"The Golden House?"
Hearing this place for the first time, Lumine and Paimon were a little confused, while Ryan perked up his fox ears and listened intently.
"Liyue's only mint, and also the only mint in all of Teyvat. The Mora circulated in the seven nations all originates from here."
Morax didn't care why the two hadn't even heard of the Golden House, but simply explained.
"I see... But why does Morax know so much?"
Paimon nodded lightly, then asked a question that Ryan and Lumine were also curious about.
This Guest Elder seemed to know everything.
"The Liyue Qixing has tacitly approved the holding of the Rite of Parting, so the Rite of Parting can be considered a semi-official event. If it were held to the end without being able to invite the Exuvia, wouldn't it become a farce?"
Morax explained why he knew where the Exuvia was.
'Exuvia... Golden House...'
'Hehehe... The materials the Geo Archon left for me, here I come...'
After listening to Morax's explanation, Ryan couldn't help but chuckle foolishly to himself.
'But I've already agreed, so it wouldn't be good to leave abruptly. Besides, it's the Geo Archon's funeral, so I should help out first...'
Having learned the whereabouts of the Exuvia, Ryan was excited for a while. After calming down, he made this decision.
Anyway, once the preparations were almost done, it would be time to rest, and then he could secretly go to the Golden House.
Next, they needed to collect the balm for the ceremony, and this important task was entrusted to Lumine and Paimon.
Ryan, on the other hand, went with Morax to the Statue of The Seven outside Liyue Harbor, waiting to worship with the balm.
"Mr. Morax, why isn't Hu Tao personally preparing the Rite of Parting?"
Arriving near the Statue of The Seven, Ryan looked at Morax beside him and asked with some curiosity.
Logically, for such an important event as the Rite of Parting, Director Hu, as the head of the parlor, should also care a great deal, right?
"Although Director Hu's business acumen is outstanding at a young age, the Rite of Parting only occurs once every thousand years. She has studied the details of this matter less, so to avoid mistakes, she asked me to prepare it on her behalf."
Morax explained to Ryan, and this was also Hu Tao's intention.
And when the Rite of Parting was officially held, she would still be present to help, just not responsible for the preparations.
"So that's how it is. But Mr. Morax also looks very young, yet he seems to know everything, as if he understands both ancient and modern times."
Ryan nodded. Although he had only been with him for half a day, he couldn't help but make this assessment.
Aside from not knowing how to spend money normally, he seemed to know and understand everything.
Even the immortal arts Ryan used, he could explain a thing or two.
"You flatter me. I merely read a few more ancient texts."
"It is Young Friend Ryan, as a disciple of an adeptus, who is willing to personally handle the Geo Archon's Rite of Parting with us mortals. You must be someone who respects your master and values the Dao."
Morax and Ryan exchanged compliments.
"Oh dear, no, no. My master always says I'm a troublesome child..."
Ryan scratched his head in embarrassment.
"Phew... But speaking of which, after leaving Liyue Harbor, I suddenly felt much more relaxed. I don't know why, I didn't feel this way on Mt. Tianheng earlier."
At this moment, Ryan suddenly said after exhaling.
"Perhaps it's because the rumors in the marketplace caused widespread panic. Once you leave Liyue Harbor and those distracting noises are gone, you naturally relax."
Morax speculated...