When Ningguang heard Jiang Chen bring up the issue, she was momentarily stunned.
"Traffic laws..."
Just hearing these three words, she roughly understood what he meant. Indeed, if vehicles became widespread in the future, it would be necessary to establish relevant laws. Liyue already had regulations for horse-drawn carriages. For mechanical vehicles, a set of management rules would definitely be needed. Otherwise, wouldn't it be chaos?
Thinking this, Ningguang spoke up:
"I'll have Yanfei come to you."
"Once you decide how it should be done, have Yanfei assist you."
As Liyue Harbor's top lawyer, the laws she drafted would be flawless. At the same time, Yanfei was also her advisor. If Jiang Chen wanted to discuss traffic laws, having Guizhong and Jiang Chen talk it over was the right move. After all, no one understood traffic laws better than Jiang Chen.
However, upon hearing this, Jiang Chen immediately refused without hesitation.
"No!"
"I don't have the time."
Wow, asking him to cooperate with Yanfei? No way.
Hearing Jiang Chen's refusal, Ningguang felt a bit helpless.
"If you don't give some suggestions, we won't know how to proceed."
"After all, this is an unfamiliar field."
If they knew how to handle it, it wouldn't be a problem. But the issue was that she didn't know. So, this matter still required Jiang Chen's cooperation.
"Have Lumine assist instead."
"There's no need for me to help."
"If you offer her some Mora, she'll probably be very willing."
"You can have Lumine and Yanfei work together on this."
"I can provide input later."
Jiang Chen didn't have the time to deal with these trivial matters. Might as well give Lumine something to do. Maybe even let her earn some pocket money? Being involved in drafting Liyue's traffic laws—how cool was that? In the future, all of Liyue would follow the traffic rules set by Lumine. Even the entire Teyvat might follow them. Jiang Chen didn't believe Lumine wouldn't be tempted. She would definitely be interested.
Hearing Jiang Chen mention Lumine, Ningguang also recalled the blonde girl who always followed Jiang Chen around. Right, she was also from another world. She should have some understanding of basic laws like this.
"That works!"
"I'll have her assist then."
Ningguang didn't dwell on it further. She would let Lumine help. With just a few words, the two settled the matter.
"Then you can go ahead with your work."
"Oh, right."
"Have everyone at Guyun Stone Forest return."
"Also, strengthen maritime patrols."
"Merchant ships heading out to sea should take detours if possible."
As he was leaving, Jiang Chen suddenly remembered something and quickly reminded Ningguang. He wanted her to prepare in advance. It probably wouldn't be long before Osial was released.
Hearing this, Ningguang's expression changed immediately. As a high-ranking official in Liyue, when Jiang Chen mentioned Guyun Stone Forest, she immediately thought of the ancient god sealed there.
"Is Osial going to cause trouble?"
Ningguang was shocked. If Osial really became a problem, it would be an absolute disaster for Liyue.
"Well!"
"This is also part of the Geo Archon's plan."
"Just be prepared."
"Also... prepare to expel the Fatui."
...
How could Ningguang not understand such an obvious hint? The Fatui were planning something. Thinking this, Ningguang's gaze turned dangerous.
"How bold!"
If they weren't prepared in advance, what kind of losses would Liyue suffer if Osial were released? If Jiang Chen hadn't mentioned it, and Osial were released, it would be a failure on the part of the Liyue Qixing. The Geo Archon had just stepped down, and then this happened? What would the people of Liyue think? Are this generation of the Liyue Qixing even competent? The Fatui caused such a huge incident, and you didn't notice?
Ningguang could already imagine the public's reaction if something went wrong.
"Regardless, this is also a good thing."
"The Geo Archon's intention was to give us a test."
"At the very least, we need to pass this challenge, right?"
"At the same time, we can showcase our military strength."
"Send anything that needs repairs to the mechanical workshop."
"Things like the Guizhong Ballista—the more, the better."
"After all, Liyue is wealthy now."
"If the Vortex God emerges, we'll just hit it with a barrage of firepower."
"It'll also be a chance to show the people what we're capable of."
Jiang Chen wasn't too worried. So what if the Vortex God emerged? Whoever backed down would be the loser.
Hearing Jiang Chen's words, Ningguang felt a bit helpless.
"That's the only way."
A test... understood. In that case, they would showcase their military strength! With this in mind, Ningguang made her decision. Send all those weapons over for refurbishment. And this was the top priority. Vehicle production could even be paused.
"I hope there's still time."
"I'll have Yelan keep an eye on that guy."
Ningguang's expression was serious. Now that she knew, she naturally wouldn't sit idly by. Next, she would have Yelan secretly monitor Childe. Without keeping such an unstable factor under control, Ningguang felt no sense of security.
"Yelan..."
Just as Jiang Chen was about to leave, he heard Ningguang mention Yelan and suddenly remembered. The Taiwei Compass that Xiao had given him earlier hadn't been handed over yet. Thinking this, Jiang Chen took the Taiwei Compass out of his storage space.
"I forgot about this earlier."
"Here, take this."
"This was brought out from the depths of the Chasm by the Yakshas."
"It's a treasure of Yelan's family."
Seeing what Jiang Chen had taken out, Ningguang was stunned.
"Huh?"
A treasure of Yelan's family? Ningguang suddenly remembered that Yelan had always wanted to go to the Chasm to search for something. Could it be... this?
"Right."
"Give it to her."
"I'll take my leave now."
"Don't worry about the rest."
"Even if Osial emerges, it's fine."
"Because when the time comes... I will set the sea ablaze!"
Leave now, and no one will get hurt. Otherwise, I will set the sea ablaze! Super serious...! Thinking of this, Jiang Chen was reminded of his beloved Liuying. They were so close to pulling Liuying, but then he got isekai'd. So frustrating!! Why couldn't he have pulled Liuying before being transported? Life is tough!!
Hearing Jiang Chen's words, Ningguang also felt fired up.
"Alright!"
"Then I'll prepare to expel the Fatui."
"If they want to leave, it won't be that easy."
"Without paying a price..."
This time, she wasn't just planning to expel the Fatui. The Fatui had caused plenty of trouble in Liyue before. Now... it was time for them to pay the price. Not just the Fatui, but also Snezhnaya. With some careful maneuvering, there was a lot of money to be made here.