Regarding the video of Rex Lapis's fall, the group members each had their own opinions.
On one hand, the death was highly suspicious.
Those inside the situation might feel shrouded in fog.
But outsiders could analyze it rationally.
After analysis, no one could assassinate Morax silently, and those with the strength to do so had no motive.
[Ningguang]: While there's still time, I hope the video exposes why Rex Lapis fell, so we can prepare in advance!
[Mountain Shaper]: That's all we can do.
In the video.
The patrolling Millelith were quickly approaching Gu Chen and the others.
"What do we do? We're the ones who got too close to the scene..." Paimon said nervously.
"Did we assassinate Rex Lapis?" Gu Chen asked with a smile.
"No!" Paimon shook her head immediately, then added, "Lumine still has a ton of questions for Rex Lapis. Why would we assassinate him?"
"Exactly. We have no motive, no actions—just got too close to the scene because we wanted to catch a glimpse of Rex Lapis's divine visage. We're upright and honest, so why fear anything?" Gu Chen patted her little head reassuringly. "It's fine. If we run now, wouldn't that deepen the suspicion?"
"Oh, right!"
Paimon came to a sudden realization.
She floated to the side, hands behind her back, giggling foolishly. "It's so great having Gu Chen around~"
Lumine had been a bit uneasy too, but after hearing Gu Chen, she felt completely at ease.
It's not like I killed Morax, so why run?
She even wanted to get a close look at Morax's body—after all, she'd never seen a half-dragon, half-qilin creature before.
[Paimon]: See it clearly! It definitely wasn't Lumine or me!
[Gu Chen]: So that means it was me? (Shrugs)
[Paimon]: Pfft, no no no, that's not what I meant! What I mean is, right now in this world, Lumine and I are heading to Liyue for the Rite of Descension. If Rex Lapis really falls, remember not to suspect us!
[Ningguang]: We'll arrange for someone to receive you both then. And we have no intention of suspecting you—just those without suspicion will be free to leave.
[Lumine]: Got it! I, the Traveler, act with honor and integrity!
[Venti]: Who was it that stole the Skyward Harp in real life? (Confused)
[Lumine]: ...
[Kaeya]: Slap in the face comes out of nowhere.
[Keqing]: Rational analysis: Without Mr. Gu Chen there, judging by Miss Lumine and Paimon's expressions, they looked ready to run. What mentality led to that thought? (Keqing questions)
[Heizou]: No guilty conscience, no fear of ghosts knocking. Miss Lumine, come clean for leniency!
[Lumine]: I don't know either! (Collei no response)
As Lumine walked toward Liyue Harbor, she pondered.
In Mondstadt, she'd met someone named Dainsleif who gave her a lot of information.
In her previous life with Gu Chen, she hadn't met Dainsleif—so did her past self sense something?
"Lumine, Tianquan Star said they'd host us well. She's the richest in Liyue—there must be tons of delicious food!" Paimon said happily.
Interrupted like this, Lumine snapped out of it and nodded with a smile.
No point overthinking what she couldn't figure out. For now, the video's exposure had brought plenty of benefits—she'd already made Liyue friends before even arriving, making her travels way easier!
"Lumine, wait—something's wrong!"
Paimon exclaimed.
Lumine looked around, her gaze landing on the light screen.
In the video.
The three stood calmly in the crowd, observing Morax's body.
"It looks weird—not quite dragon, not quite scaled, more like an eel," Paimon said, rubbing her chin.
[Rahu Dragon King]: Morax gets a new nickname: Eel God! (Klee yay!)
[Osel]: That's what Morax looks like? A few yellowish hairs on a dark body—like a pile of shit.
[Zhongli]: ...
[Keqing]: Osel, watch your language!
[Rahu Dragon King]: Savage! (Venti confetti)
[Ganyu]: Lord Osel's damage is way too worn down... (Ganyu annoyed)
[Babe]: @[Osel] Be cautious. It's not confirmed if Morax is dead or alive yet!
[Osel]: @[Babe] He's probably dead. I've insulted him like this and he hasn't come to fight me—Morax isn't that tolerant! So, on Rite of Descension day, come help break my seal, then we'll save Rahu Dragon King and conquer together!
[Rahu Dragon King]: Hahaha, excellent! Once I break free, I'll seize Liyue, then march north to Mondstadt, west to Sumeru, south to Inazuma, east to the outer sea—splitting the world in two, half for each of us! (Paimon leave it to me)
[Nahida]: Uh... (Stunned)
[Furina]: Why skip Fontaine? Looking down on us? (Qiqi flat)
[Neuvillette]: ...
Neuvillette had noticed: ever since Furina joined the chat, she barely went to the Opéra Épiécles anymore, just watered the group nonstop, loving every minute.
Her latest message was so outrageous it nearly made Neuvillette black out.
Lady Furina!! Do you really want Fontaine attacked?!
[Keqing]: Enough fooling around—trouble's here!
In the video.
After observing Morax's body, Gu Chen and the others were about to be questioned by the Millelith.
As the Millelith approached, several Hydro blasts flew from afar, knocking them down.
Then, a tall figure in a deep blue coat, white mask, and staff appeared—an Abyss Mage—who beckoned to Gu Chen's group: "Ahaha, partners, mission complete—retreat!"
[Your Highness]: ?
Why's an Abyss Mage in Liyue Harbor?
Aether was baffled. Did he plan this?
In the video.
The Abyss Mage's voice was loud, heard by everyone nearby.
"Who are you?"
Paimon was stunned.
Gu Chen's mouth twitched.
We were standing here all innocent, waiting for inspection, and you knock out the Millelith and act like we're buddies.
Do we know you?!
"Grab them!"
The Millelith reacted swiftly.
"The Abyss Mage is a disguise—he's framing us! Problem is... we're strong enough to possibly assassinate the Geo Archon. Even if unlikely, we're now linked to the Abyss Order. Suspicion will only grow—even if cleared later, it'll waste months... Retreat first!" Gu Chen shook his head helplessly.
[Kaeya]: Thought I was shady enough, but this is next level. Whose subordinate is this?
The three had no choice but to retreat with the Abyss Mage, reaching the outskirts.
The Abyss Mage then removed the disguise, revealing a tall, lean youth with orange short hair and youthful features—Tartaglia!
"You three, welcome to the game." Tartaglia spread his arms with a grin.
[Paimon]: Hey, @[Tartaglia], are you insane? Pretending to be Abyss to frame us—what do you gain?!
[Tartaglia]: Don't ask me! I'm clueless too! (Collei no response)
[Lumine]: @[Ningguang] @[Keqing] @[Ganyu] My Lords! Innocent!! (Sobbing)