"Hah, maybe," Yun Fan didn't deny it. If it were the overgrown babies of Mondstadt, they might actually do something like that.
"If you have something on your mind, why not share it with me? As a friend of the Anemo Archon, I can help you sort things out," Yun Fan refilled his glass and smiled at the slightly tipsy Eula across from him.
"Hah, I'm a Lawrence, a descendant of sinners. And you're a friend of the Anemo Archon. Our statuses were never equal to begin with," Eula said with a hint of self-mockery.
"Sinners? Hah, how ironic. A bunch of idle, foolish people mocking the hero who protects Mondstadt day and night. Mondstadt is truly in a sick state."
"Is that what you think? Haha," Eula sighed, then took another big swig of wine.
"Barbatos really left a mess behind."
Yun Fan thought of Acting Grand Master Jean, the woman who single-handedly supported all of Mondstadt. She was diligent, responsible, and worked tirelessly day and night. She was truly… a pitiful person.
"Mondstadt needs change!" Eula said solemnly, her fair hand clenched tightly, the veins bulging. The wooden cup in her hand creaked under the sudden pressure.
"I know, but Barbatos doesn't want change. Even Acting Grand Master Jean hasn't realized the problems in Mondstadt. So, your ideas are hard to implement," Yun Fan said with a sigh.
Trivial matters like finding cats or delivering items could be directly handed to the highest leader of Mondstadt. In Yun Fan's eyes, this was simply unbelievable. These were things people could handle themselves, yet they pushed them onto others. The people of Mondstadt… it's hard to put into words.
Yun Fan had originally planned to help reform Mondstadt, to change this sick societal structure and push these complacent, stagnant people forward.
But now, looking back, his earlier thoughts might have had a bit of a "teenage hero" vibe to them, wanting to be the so-called reformer, the hero.
Look at Mondstadt's leadership. The Anemo Archon, Barbatos, had already given up and let things run their course. The Acting Grand Master of the Knights of Favonius, even after being reminded, hadn't realized the problems, instead blaming herself for not working hard enough.
If they themselves aren't concerned, why should an outsider like me worry so much? It's like "the emperor isn't worried, but the eunuch is anxious."
As for Mondstadt, it's truly pitiful for this Spindrift Knight. Hmm, what if… Yun Fan thought of a good idea.
"Eula, how about coming to Liyue with me? Liyue needs talents like you. I can represent Liyue and guarantee you a position and honor commensurate with your worth," Yun Fan leaned on the table, speaking seriously. The thought of poaching from Venti's territory was thrilling, and he felt no guilt whatsoever.
"You can represent Liyue?" Eula was shocked. She hadn't expected the man before her to hold such a high position and authority in Liyue. He said he was a friend of the Anemo Archon. Could he be Rex Lapis, the Geo Archon of Liyue?
"I'm not Morax," Yun Fan shook his head, seeing through Eula's thoughts.
"You can call me the Divine Sovereign," Yun Fan said nonchalantly.
"The Divine Sovereign?!" Eula understood now. No wonder this man could make such a promise. He was the elusive Divine Sovereign.
"So, Eula, would you like to consider my invitation?"
"This…" Eula hesitated. To be honest, she was very tempted by Yun Fan's offer. This was a promise from a god, its value immeasurable. If she went to Liyue, her future would undoubtedly be bright.
But she was a native of Mondstadt, deeply attached to her homeland. The thought of leaving was hard for her to accept.
"I have an idea. You can come to Liyue with me to develop your career. Once you've established yourself and achieved something, I can have them appoint you as Liyue's ambassador to Mondstadt. That way, you can return to Mondstadt. How does that sound?" Yun Fan offered a compromise after some thought.
"I…" Eula was still hesitant. Although Yun Fan had offered such generous terms, she still…
Seeing Eula's hesitation, Yun Fan shook his head and didn't push her. Leaving one's homeland to embark on a new journey into the unknown wasn't something everyone had the courage to do.
"No rush. I'll be leaving Mondstadt in ten days. If you make up your mind before then, you can come find me at the Good Hunter anytime. For now, let's not think about it. Cheers!"
Yun Fan raised his glass to Eula, who chuckled and raised her wooden cup as well.
"Cheers!" x2
"Hey, bard, you're finally here! We've been waiting for you!" At the entrance of the Cathedral of Favonius, Paimon scolded Venti angrily. She was very dissatisfied with his tardiness. They had gotten up early in the morning, but Venti hadn't shown up until the sun was high in the sky.
"Haha, sorry, I overslept a bit," Venti said with a grin, not looking the least bit apologetic.
"You… whatever. Is the Holy Lyre fixed now?" Lumine didn't want to bother criticizing him. This guy's face was probably thick enough to build a city wall. Better to get straight to the point.
"Don't worry, it's fixed. Let's go in. By the way, did you get Acting Grand Master Jean's authorization letter?"
"Do you think I'm like you?" Lumine put her hands on her hips and glared at him. She wasn't as unreliable as Venti.
Jean's authorization letter was crucial. The plan to save Stormterror was relatively confidential. Aside from Barbara, who had been involved from the start, few in the Church of Favonius knew about it. Since Jean was tied up with urgent matters and couldn't come herself, she had to provide a written authorization.
"Hehe, better safe than sorry. Let's go in. I'll treat you to a meal later," Venti scratched the back of his head, his other hand fidgeting.
"Wow, really? Traveler, let's hurry up and return the Holy Lyre!" Before Lumine could respond, Paimon's eyes sparkled. When it came to food, she was always the most enthusiastic.
"Alright, alright," Lumine reluctantly followed the two into the Cathedral of Favonius. This little glutton didn't seem to realize that Venti wasn't the type to treat people to meals.