Transcendent Chat Group
Cloud Retainer:
Mora originates from Rex Lapis himself. How could the Geo Archon possibly be short on Mora?
Paimon:
Yeah, yeah! If he's short on money, can't he just make some himself?
Ningguang:
No. Mora concerns not just a nation, but the entire economic system of Teyvat. Privately minting it would cause serious problems.
Keqing:
Exactly. That's why the Geo Archon would never do such a thing.
Moon Carver:
Then… with the Geo Archon's abilities, earning Mora after retirement shouldn't be difficult, right?
Mountain Shaper:
Right! If even Rex Lapis can't make money, then no one in Teyvat stands a chance!
Hu Tao:
The consultant is capable—very capable.
But… his spending is just as impressive… (resentful.jpg)
Hu Tao:
I've lost count of how many bills have been sent to Wangsheng Funeral Parlor. (resentful.jpg)
Hu Tao:
If you don't believe me, ask Xiangling!
Xiangling:
Ahem… yes. Quite a lot of bills were sent to Wangsheng.
Cloud Retainer:
This…
Moon Carver:
Uh…
Mountain Shaper:
…
Xiao:
If the Geo Archon does this, there must be a reason!
Zhongli:
Cough.
The chat group fell silent.
…There's really a reason for this?
At that moment, the light screen changed again.
Everyone immediately stopped chatting and looked up.
They wanted to see exactly how Morax could have no Mora.
The Villa
Luo Chen smiled and spoke.
"Since he's retired, Morax's first concern is obviously how to live."
"After all, for a street-wandering retiree, bird-walking, flower appreciation, and antique collecting all cost money."
"Technically speaking, since Mora production originates in Liyue—and from this god himself—he shouldn't lack Mora."
"But public matters are public. Private matters are private."
"Privately minting Mora would destabilize the economy and damage trust."
"And besides, even mortals have rules."
"So with Morax's character and understanding, he would never do that."
"On top of that, his 'retirement' involved faking his own death."
"The Liyue Qixing couldn't openly intervene."
"So in the end, he could only rely on himself to earn money."
"And earning Mora…"
"With Morax's vast knowledge and reputation in Liyue, that part is actually easy."
"But—as everyone already knows—his expenses are enormous."
"Very enormous."
"Barbatos just drinks alcohol."
"But this one?"
"There's only one word for it—refined."
"Listening to opera? Only the most famous performers."
"Bird-walking? Only the most expensive thrushes."
"Food? Only the most authentic dishes."
"Compared to Barbatos next door, he's on a completely different level."
Wangsheng Funeral Parlor
"Hiss—"
"That lifestyle is way too refined!"
"The old man really knows how to live."
Venti looked genuinely surprised.
He had thought his own drinking lifestyle was already indulgent.
But compared to Zhongli?
It suddenly felt… cheap.
"Such is life."
Zhongli smiled faintly.
For him, this was simply an attitude toward living.
"Makes sense."
Venti nodded thoughtfully.
Maybe he should try it sometime?
Then a quiet, ominous voice drifted over.
"Such is life, huh?"
"Every bit of that life is paid for with invoices."
"If you don't work properly from now on, Consultant, I'll teach you what enjoying life really means."
Facing Hu Tao's resentful glare, Zhongli coughed lightly.
"Of course. Absolutely."
The Villa — Continued
Luo Chen went on.
"If that were all, it wouldn't be a problem."
"But Morax has a peculiar trait."
"He understands the value of money, its meaning, and the hardships of mortals."
"But he cannot comprehend the idea of himself being broke."
"In simple terms—Morax cannot imagine a version of himself without Mora."
"The most direct result?"
"He never checks prices."
"If he likes something, whatever the seller asks—he pays."
"Sometimes he even raises the price to secure it."
"But—he also occasionally forgets to bring money."
"Watch the next clip, and you'll understand."
Video Playback
Shopping Scene 1
"Hmm? You want me to decide?"
"In that case, the answer is simple."
"Boss—I'll take everything."
Shopping Scene 2
"Boss, I'll take everything."
"…So, did any of you bring money?"
Shopping Scene 3
"You've never heard of heroes?"
"Then you've at least heard of Mora."
"I'll pay in full."
Bubu Pharmacy
"Three million?"
"At first glance, that seems acceptable."
"But from the standpoint of universal rationality, it's quite troublesome."
"Two million nine hundred ninety thousand?"
"At first glance, that seems acceptable."
"But from the standpoint of universal rationality, it is ten thousand less."
Yujing Terrace
"When you're free, I'll treat you to dinner at Xinyue Kiosk."
Zhongli said to Lumine and Paimon.
"Hmph! Stop bragging!"
"Three Bowls might work, but Xinyue Kiosk charges even for seating!"
"Can you really afford it?"
Paimon crossed her arms.
"It seems you still haven't adjusted to a version of yourself that can't conjure Mora at will."
"That's why you've turned into a social freeloader who eats everywhere and makes others pay."
Transcendent Chat Group
Lumine:
Good grief! He buys only the expensive stuff, never bargains, even raises prices—and forgets to bring money?! (shocked.jpg)
Paimon:
That's worse than the bard! How has this guy not starved to death?! (disbelief.jpg)
Diluc:
I cannot understand the Geo Archon's thinking—but people like this are every merchant's dream.
Ningguang:
Indeed. Bargaining is standard. Halving the price is common. Someone who doesn't bargain—or even raises prices—is almost unheard of.
Dori:
If all my customers were like this God of Wealth, I'd be rich! (excited.jpg)
Alice:
Worthy of the God of Wealth—he exists just to give people Mora!
Yae Miko:
Inviting the Traveler to dinner like this… is this the legendary "I invite, you pay"? (🐶)
Lumine:
Me paying? Impossible. Absolutely impossible.
Xiangling:
It's fine—there's still Hu Tao! Just send the bill to Wangsheng! (🐶)
Yanfei:
Poor Hu Tao… good thing Wangsheng has deep pockets.
Hu Tao:
…
The adepti finally understood why Zhongli treated Hu Tao so kindly.
Cute aside—
Someone had to handle the bills.
A boss who tolerates an employee like this without firing him?
An excellent boss.
No wonder the Geo Archon stayed at Wangsheng.
The adepti silently resolved to take better care of Hu Tao in the future.
For Rex Lapis' sake.
The Villa — Finale
Luo Chen laughed.
"A refined lifestyle and never bargaining—even raising prices."
"For a retired street wanderer, that kind of spending adds pressure."
"So small expenses are fronted by friends."
"Big expenses?"
"They find ways to get reimbursed."
"And most of those reimbursements go to—Wangsheng Funeral Parlor."
"After all, Morax works there."
"Good thing Wangsheng has accumulated wealth over thousands of years."
"Otherwise, it wouldn't survive this level of spending."
"Ah… poor little Hu Tao."
"This isn't a funeral parlor."
"It's Morax's retirement home."
Hu Tao covered her face.
Great.
Now all of Teyvat knew she was a sucker.
…A slightly special one.
Then Luo Chen suddenly changed tone.
"But that was before."
"Now, her burden is much lighter."
"Because Morax has a new wallet."
"Tartaglia."
"Watch the next video to understand."
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