However, although the old uncle was the one writing, the materials were specially provided by Lord Rex Lapis.
This inevitably led to Cid gaining an understanding of Liyue's development.
The origins during the Archon War and what problems they caused…
"Between ideals and reality, one naturally chooses the ideal within reality. The rich should lead the poor to prosperity. Now that you have already allowed people to become rich, it is time to fulfill the obligation of leading the poor to prosperity…"
Morax expressed approval of Cid's words.
And while telling stories to Cid, he would inevitably mention some issues regarding present-day Liyue…
This led to Cid, despite being in Inazuma, inevitably gaining an understanding of Liyue's political problems…
He did not dare to say he understood clearly, but he had a general sense of it.
The Shura Anyakonsen-shou nodded.
He had learned quite a lot about the situation. It was possible to establish diplomatic relations with Liyue now.
Speaking of which, Ningguang seemed to have suffered some small losses in business recently because her foundation was not stable yet…
Well, he could invite her to come do business in Inazuma. The competition in the existing market was too fierce. It would be better to come to a new market and try her luck. Besides, this old uncle could still protect her while she did business.
Lord Rex Lapis looked at Cid, who now had some understanding of Liyue, and similarly nodded in satisfaction…
Cid should be returning to Liyue soon. And when he came to Liyue…
What kind of things would happen? He was quite curious.
When he left, he was only a somewhat famous adventurer. But when he returned, he would be a top figure of an entire nation…
Even though the Inazuma officials had indeed deliberately sealed information about Cid's identity as the Shura Anyakonsen-shou, as Inazuma gradually opened up, these matters would no longer be secrets to the upper echelons of the nation.
When Cid returned…
There would probably be quite a stir even in Liyue under his governance, right?
"By the way, today I had a casual chat with Cloud Retainer. She informed me that she has been missing you recently."
At this moment, the old uncle had a strange feeling. It felt as though he was a wanderer far from home, and today when he called, his family was urging him to come home.
Toward this warm feeling welling up in his heart, Cid gently smiled. His mood was unexpectedly good.
"It should still take some time. Things on Watatsumi Island still need some time. After that, there will also be a Three Rivers Flower Festival to handle."
After Watatsumi Island opened for trade, the regional conflicts in Inazuma could be said to have a foundation for reconciliation.
The subsequent Three Rivers Flower Festival would be the beginning of harmonious coexistence between humans and youkai.
"If things progress smoothly, once the Three Rivers Flower Festival ends, I will return to Liyue."
[Return to Liyue] — the key word was this [return].
Lord Rex Lapis naturally noticed it.
This [return] was different from [go].
"Very well. When you come back then, notify me in advance so I can cook personally."
Cid became a little excited. Lord Rex Lapis cooking personally?
"Then I am really… looking forward to it immensely."
That slowly simmered pickled fresh bamboo shoots dish — although what he had eaten back then was still a castrated quick version, the delicious taste still made him sigh that he truly lived up to being the most authentic Zhongli.
At this moment, the Akasha Terminal placed beside the old uncle's desk rang.
"Shura Anyakonsen-shou, regarding some regulations for external trade with Watatsumi Island, I cannot make up my mind. I also could not understand the solution provided by Lesser Lord Kusanali…"
Faced with the Raiden Shogun who had come seeking help like a student, along with Nahida standing to the side looking slightly apologetic, Cid felt rather helpless for a moment.
Although he was on vacation, when important matters came up, he still had to busy himself a little…