Seeing Lumine and Paimon board the Jade Chamber, Jiang Chen immediately spoke up:
"Stay put and don't run around!"
"If anyone invades, don't hesitate. Take them out."
If nothing unexpected happened, the Fatui would likely invade the Jade Chamber next. So, Lumine's arrival was just in time. If those guys showed up, they could deal with them directly.
Hearing this, Lumine was stunned.
Someone would invade here?
Lumine was beyond shocked. This wasn't just any ordinary place. Was this an all-out war? Moreover, if Jiang Chen said this, did it mean that the current situation was caused by someone? Who could be so bold? Holy crap, was this war?
At the same time, Lumine thought of something. Her eyes sparkled as she looked at Jiang Chen.
"Jiang Chen, is someone trying to wage war on Liyue?"
"Can we tolerate being invaded?"
"Let's take this opportunity to strike back."
"Expanding our territory is within reach."
Lumine felt that Jiang Chen could make some moves. Teyvat having seven nations was a betrayal of the First Emperor's legacy. As transmigrators, we should follow the First Emperor's will.
Hearing Lumine's words, Jiang Chen was speechless.
"Enough."
"Now's not the time for that."
"Next time, for sure."
Unify Teyvat? Hmm, indeed, but not now. There would be plenty of opportunities. Right now, the priority was development.
Lumine looked at Jiang Chen. This guy was tempted. If he wasn't saying it now, then he would say it later, right? Thinking this, Lumine's enthusiasm was ignited.
As the two chatted, the Jade Chamber had already reached the sea near Liyue. At this moment, many adepti had also arrived. They all knew what was happening. The Geo Archon had already informed them. Their purpose today was to provide support. Although this was a test, they couldn't let Liyue fall into chaos, right? That's why they were here.
Everyone watched as the Vortex God, Osial, emerged from Guyun Stone Forest. They were all on high alert.
"Morax!!!"
Osial, emerging from the sea, roared towards Liyue Harbor. Having been freed, it felt an overwhelming sense of relief. Sealed in the dark depths of the sea by Morax, its hatred knew no bounds.
Hearing someone call his name, Zhongli watched from a distance. "Now it's up to you."
Seeing Osial released, Zhongli nodded in satisfaction. This was worth the effort of loosening the seal. Otherwise, with the Sigils of Permission Childe had created, how could they have so easily broken the seal he had set? The things he sealed weren't so easily undone.
After releasing Osial, Childe immediately directed the Fatui to attack Liyue Harbor. He had no other choice now. The Millelith were doing their best to hold them off. In addition, Childe had prepared a teleportation array. Soon, they would teleport onto the Jade Chamber. If possible, he really didn't want to do this. But now, he had no choice. However, he didn't go personally. There were probably many people on the Jade Chamber now. As the saying goes, two fists are no match for four hands. He wouldn't take such a risk. Besides, he had more important things to do next. He needed to wait for Morax to appear. When he showed up, that would be the time to seize the Gnosis. So, for now, Childe needed to conserve his energy.
"Let's see how you deal with Osial."
"Morax, let's see if you can still sit tight!"
Childe looked solemnly at the massive figure on Guyun Stone Forest. He really wanted to fight it. What a pity!!
Just as Childe was thinking this, what happened next shocked him. Suddenly, a barrage of energy arrows erupted from the Jade Chamber, raining down on Osial. Osial was completely overwhelmed by the firepower. All the Guizhong Ballistae were operating at full capacity. One after another, energy arrows struck Osial.
"After my modifications, they consume less energy."
"Moreover, they can now be powered by Visions."
"Even without Visions, as long as there's enough elemental energy, the energy arrows can keep firing."
"Cloud Retainer's energy source was also a great help."
Guizhong was happily explaining the Guizhong Ballistae to Jiang Chen and the others. Earlier, Ningguang had approached her, hoping to refurbish the Guizhong Ballistae. So, she had made significant modifications. Now, the Guizhong Ballistae were stronger and had even greater firepower!
"Not bad."
"Your Noble Phantasm can also deploy these Guizhong Ballistae, right?"
Aside from the Dust of Azoth, Guizhong's Noble Phantasm also included a powerful anti-army ability: deploying her mechanical creations to attack. She was an army unto herself~!
"That's right."
"Should I make a move?"
Guizhong nodded. Looking at Osial in the distance, she was eager to act. If she hadn't become a heroic spirit, she wouldn't dare say such things. But now? Osial, I hope you're tough.
Hearing this, Jiang Chen shook his head.
"No need!"
"Leave it to me."
Right now, Jiang Chen had the Jade Chamber attack merely to showcase their military strength. As the Jade Chamber launched its assault, the Guizhong Ballistae deployed across Liyue also activated. At this moment, anyone in Liyue who looked up at the sky could see the streaks of meteors crossing the heavens. These meteors were launched from various locations, all aimed at Osial. Under such overwhelming firepower, Osial didn't dare to emerge. Some bold citizens of Liyue, seeing the spectacle outside their windows, were utterly stunned. Was this really the power Liyue possessed? It was terrifying! Wow, since when did Liyue have such devastating firepower?
Childe was equally stunned. Watching the barrage of attacks raining down on Osial, he felt a chill run down his spine. If the enemy were him... Well, better not think about it! He probably wouldn't even have a chance to surrender! At this moment, he suddenly regretted his actions. The power Liyue had displayed was beyond his expectations. And this was without the top-tier fighters even making a move. With just these attacks, they had completely suppressed Osial. How could this not shock and awe?
At this moment, Childe suddenly felt sorry for the Fatui members who had stormed the Jade Chamber. If these weapons were turned on people... Hmm... Holy crap, better not think about it. That would be like mowing grass. How many would be enough to send? This was like flattening anti-aircraft guns for ground use.
"Alright, get ready for battle."
"Don't let those guys underestimate us."
"Do they think Liyue has no one?"
Jiang Chen looked at Osial, who had been forced to retreat, and then sensed something. He immediately spoke to Keqing and the others. Then, Jiang Chen also took out his weapon. Hearing Jiang Chen's words, everyone's eyes immediately locked onto the teleportation arrays.