As the commercial hub of Teyvat, Liyue was infested with spies from other nations.
News of Jiang Chen's resurrection ability had spread like wildfire.
The return of Havria and Guizhong was now common knowledge.
Such critical intel would undoubtedly be relayed to every nation.
With multiple gods in Liyue and the Osial incident, the nation was under global scrutiny.
And just as Jiang Chen predicted—
The world had taken notice.
Inazuma – Grand Narukami Shrine
A certain pink-haired fox stared at the letter in her hands, her expression darkening.
Eyes widening in shock, she reread the lines:
"A man in Liyue can resurrect gods?"*
"The newly appointed Tianquan possesses such power?"*
Yae Miko's mind raced.
Then, images of two figures flashed in her mind—
And her heart pounded with hope.
"Saiguu… Makoto…"*
If they could be brought back—
Her lips curled into a smirk.
"I should contact Sister Ganyu."
"First, write her a letter."*
She needed details—and Ganyu was her best source.
Before the Sakoku Decree, they'd corresponded often.
But since the Vision Hunt, ties had strained.
Still…
Best not to inform Ei yet.
When Makoto returned, she could personally witness what her sister had done to Inazuma.
Now that would be entertaining.*
Grinning, Miko grabbed pen and paper.
"Dearest Sister Ganyu,"
"Long time no see. I miss you dearly."
"Centuries have passed since we last met…"
She began with pleasantries, easing into the main topic.
As a fox, social grace was her specialty.
Once finished, she summoned a shrine maiden.
"Send this through our channels."*
Despite the isolation policy, Miko had ways to smuggle letters out.
Otherwise, how would she get foreign news?
With the letter dispatched, she leaned back, anticipation bubbling.
Hopefully, Ganyu brings good news.*
Though it'd take weeks for the letter to reach Liyue…
Liyue – Meeting Room
Meanwhile, Jiang Chen was busy.
Jean had arrived from Mondstadt.
"Long time no see, Mr. Jiang Chen."
Jean and Lisa wore complicated expressions.
"Once, a legend stood before me, but I failed to recognize him."
Now, he's Liyue's Tianquan.*
The thought pained her.
"Indeed, it's been a while."
"Jean, Lisa."
Jiang Chen greeted them warmly—
But his gaze dropped to the tiny figure at Jean's side.
Klee stared up at him with sparkling eyes, radiating pure adorableness.
Truly a child raised on cuteness overload.*
"Are you the big mushroom big brother?"
Klee's innocent question stunned Jiang Chen.
Big… mushroom?*
Since when did he have this nickname?*
"Klee!"
Jean sighed, rubbing her temples.
This girl…
Upon learning Jean was visiting Liyue, Klee had begged to come—
To meet the "big mushroom man".*
Who was that?
Jiang Chen, of course.
Klee had seen the giant craters he'd left in Whispering Woods and Falcon Coast.
Somehow, she'd witnessed both.*
What ridiculous luck.
Klee flinched at Jean's tone but kept staring at Jiang Chen, eyes brimming with curiosity.
Noticing this, Jiang Chen smiled.
"How about I take Klee?"
"You can discuss official matters without us."
He offered, knowing the negotiations didn't require his presence.
Ningguang would handle the final decisions.
So, why not entertain Klee?
Jean hesitated, but Ningguang chimed in:
"Let Jiang Chen take her."*
"This little one seems eager to spend time with him."
Klee nodded vigorously.
Yes! She wanted to play with Jiang Chen!
"…Very well."
Jean relented.
"YAY!"
"Thank you, Master Jean!"
Klee bounced with joy, then grabbed Jiang Chen's hand without hesitation.
Despite being their first meeting, she felt an instinctive pull toward him—
Like he was family.*
"Come on!"
"I'll treat you to something yummy!"*
Jiang Chen led her away, Klee skipping beside him.
"Klee seems unusually fond of him."
Lisa murmured, watching them leave.
This was bizarre.*
Klee was friendly, but not easily fooled.
Yet she'd immediately latched onto Jiang Chen.
"Indeed."
Jean frowned, equally puzzled.
Why was Klee so attached?*
But with no answers, she shrugged and turned back to the meeting.